The Real Oshow Podcast

The Real Oshow

Brothers Joshua and Zachary are ex-professional Athletes who bring you entertainment, laughs, and an education about what is going on in the world on a week-by-week basis.  We are humbled to have you listen to us, and we hope to bring you some joy to make your day, week, or life better. If you enjoy the show, please follow us and share with friends.  All Love,

  1. JAN 6

    Netflix Just Changed Podcasting Forever (Barstool, Kanye West, Shrek, & $11K Blockchain Albums)

    Welcome To The Real Oshow, 0:00 Intro 0:55 Cheaper to go to Disney in Tokyo than in America?  3:25 North West Next Producing Prodigy? 5:10 Larussell Album on Blockchain 9:05 Lebron Back to College Theory? 11:00 Netflix Buys Barstool Podcast Exclusive Rights 18:15 Shrek Was Made to Mock Disney? 19:40 Closing Thoughts  In this episode, brothers Joshua and Zachary Owings break down Netflix acquiring the rights to Barstool’s three biggest podcasts, Pardon My Take, The Ryan Russillo Show, and Spittin’ Chiclets, and why this deal signals a significant shift in where podcast power is heading. But that’s just the starting point. We also get into:  • The viral myth about Disney being cheaper in Tokyo than Orlando and why the internet got it wrong (again).  • Kanye West’s production legacy, and why his daughter North West making music with Lil Wayne’s son isn’t as crazy as it sounds.  • How LaRussell is flipping the music industry on its head by letting fans name their own price — including one fan who paid $11,000 for a single album using blockchain distribution.  • And the wild story of Jeffrey Katzenberg, who got fired by Disney after asking for royalties… then turned around and created Shrek as a direct parody — building Disney’s biggest animated rival in the process. We also dive into one of the wildest internet theories right now: does LeBron James still have four years of college eligibility? And if so… could LeBron and Bronny theoretically suit up at Arizona to play with Bryce as a freshman? It’s probably never happening — but the rules, loopholes, and why this conversation even exists are fascinating. This episode is about ownership, distribution, and who really controls culture next — whether that’s Netflix, independent artists, or creators rewriting the rules in real time. Enjoy The Show,  Check out our YouTube page - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoqz3s_B_VYHuQtuVIDxpiQ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@therealoshow?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Tweet @zacharyowings2 with your thoughts about the podcast or suggestions for future shows. Music by Leno Tk - Greatness (Streaming on all platforms)

    21 min
  2. 12/30/2025

    2026 Predictions and Apple Buying Disney?

    Welcome To The Real Oshow, 0:00 Intro 0:45 Our 2025 Predictions 3:00 Our 2026 Predictions 5:30 Apple Will Buy Disney 16:30 Avatar Made James Cameron a Billionaire 20:15 Closing Thoughts  On this episode of The Real Oshow, brothers Joshua and Zachary go full crystal-ball mode with their boldest 2026 predictions across culture, sports, and media. They explain why Timothée Chalamet winning a Grammy might actually make sense, and how Drake could realistically hold a number-one album and a number-one movie at the exact same time. The conversation then shifts to sports betting, where they predict sportsbooks will quietly eliminate player props as risk, regulation, and sharp money squeeze margins. From there, the episode dives into a massive media “what if”: Apple potentially buying Disney to supercharge Apple TV with the most valuable IP and film catalog on earth. With Apple pushing past a $4 trillion valuation and Disney sitting closer to $200 billion, Joshua and Zachary break down why the math actually works if Disney ever chose to sell. They also unpack Disney’s strange position as a company with unbeatable amusement parks and timeless IP, but decades of stalled growth in its media business. To close the show, they react to James Cameron officially becoming a billionaire following the release of Avatar 3. Enjoy The Show,  Check out our YouTube page - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoqz3s_B_VYHuQtuVIDxpiQ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@therealoshow?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Tweet @zacharyowings2 with your thoughts about the podcast or suggestions for future shows. Music by Leno Tk - Greatness (Streaming on all platforms)

    22 min
  3. 12/23/2025

    Prediction Markets vs Sportsbooks, and Coca-Cola Turned Santa Red

    Welcome To The Real Oshow, 0:00 Intro 1:15 President Trump Announces Patriot Games 2:55 MrBeast Buys College Football Team 4:25 Prediction Markets vs Sportsbooks 14:35 Coca-Cola Made Santa Red 17:15 Closing Thoughts  This week on The Real Oshow, brothers Joshua and Zachary break down one of the biggest quiet shifts in betting and finance: prediction markets versus traditional sportsbooks.  We explain the real difference between the two, why major platforms are increasingly leaning toward prediction markets, and what that says about how risk is actually managed behind the scenes. While we both agree that prediction markets often give worse odds than sportsbooks, the conversation gets interesting when you realize sportsbooks constantly adjust lines to hedge their exposure and lock in profit no matter what.  That single difference changes how money flows, how prices move, and who really wins long term. We strip it down simply, without the gambling jargon, so you can understand why this battle matters far beyond sports. And to close the episode, we hit you with a classic Did You Know that will change how you see the holidays forever: why Coca-Cola is the reason Santa Claus wears red. Enjoy The Show,  Check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoqz3s_B_VYHuQtuVIDxpiQ TikTok at https://www.tiktok.com/@therealoshow?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Tweet @zacharyowings2 with your thoughts on

    18 min
  4. 12/16/2025

    Disney’s $1 Billion AI Deal Changes Hollywood Forever | Why the Ellisons Now Control Entertainment

    Welcome To The Real Oshow, 0:00 Intro 1:15 Who Created The Heisman Trophy? 2:10 2026 Movie Releases 4:04 Disney's $1 Billion Deal With Sora 17:35 Why the Ellisons Now Control Entertainment 18:40 Closing Thoughts  In this episode, we break down one of the most important media deals in years — Disney’s $1 billion partnership with OpenAI’s Sora, and why it signals a complete reset of how Hollywood will create, protect, and control stories in the AI era. Disney didn’t just sign this deal to experiment with new technology. This is about cutting production costs, protecting its most valuable IP, and staying ahead of a future where fans can generate studio-quality content on their own. From Pixar and Marvel to Star Wars and ESPN, we dive into how Sora could fundamentally reshape Disney’s creative pipeline — and why Disney wants a seat at the table before AI-generated Mickey Mouse content floods the internet. But the Disney story is only part of a much bigger shift happening in entertainment. By the end of the episode, we zoom out and explain how David Ellison and Larry Ellison have quietly become two of the most powerful figures in Hollywood. Between AI infrastructure, cloud dominance, studio ownership, and media consolidation, the Ellison family now sits at the intersection of technology, content, and distribution — a position that traditionally belonged to legacy studios alone. Hollywood power is no longer just about directors and actors — it’s about who controls the tech behind the stories. Earlier in the podcast, we also hit two important side stories shaping the moment:  • A quick but fascinating breakdown of John Heisman, the man whose impact on football was so massive they named the sport’s most iconic trophy after him.  • A look ahead at 2026’s upcoming movie slate, and why it represents a true post-pandemic reset for the film industry — with studios finally ready to take big swings again after years of cautious releases. Enjoy The Show,  Check out our YouTube page - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoqz3s_B_VYHuQtuVIDxpiQ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@therealoshow?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Tweet @zacharyowings2 with your thoughts about the podcast or suggestions for future shows. Music by Leno Tk - Greatness (Streaming on all platforms)

    24 min
  5. 12/02/2025

    The Brothers That Created Stranger Things & The Greatest Underdog Story in the NFL

    Welcome To The Real Oshow, 0:00 Intro 0:45 Matt & Ross Duffer creating Stranger Things 10:00 How Arthur Blank Bought the Falcons 14:40 Closing Thoughts  On this week’s episode of The Real Oshow, brothers Joshua and Zachary break down the unlikely rise of the Duffer Brothers and how Stranger Things became Netflix’s first billion-dollar franchise. They walk listeners through the early rejections, the moment Shawn Levy stepped in, and how his stamp of credibility pushed Netflix to commit to the series in just 24 hours. Joshua and Zachary explain why Levy wasn’t just a producer but the key force that helped transform the Duffers’ idea into one of the most important IPs in streaming history. They dive into what’s coming next, from the new Stranger Things spin-off to the massive deal the Duffers already have lined up with Paramount for 2026. To close the show, Joshua shifts the conversation toward another incredible business story, this time focused on Falcons owner Arthur Blank. He breaks down how Blank was fired from his job, built Home Depot into the biggest home-improvement company in America, and then bought the Falcons in 2002. Joshua walks through how that move became one of the NFL’s great long-term plays, as Blank has now 10x’d the value of the franchise. It’s a sharp, inspiring episode filled with creators, visionaries, and the business decisions that shaped billion-dollar empires. Enjoy the show!  Check out our YouTube page - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoqz3s_B_VYHuQtuVIDxpiQ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@therealoshow?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Tweet @zacharyowings2 with your thoughts about the podcast or suggestions for future shows. Music by Leno Tk - Greatness (Streaming on all platforms)

    16 min
5
out of 5
12 Ratings

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Brothers Joshua and Zachary are ex-professional Athletes who bring you entertainment, laughs, and an education about what is going on in the world on a week-by-week basis.  We are humbled to have you listen to us, and we hope to bring you some joy to make your day, week, or life better. If you enjoy the show, please follow us and share with friends.  All Love,