Barggianos

Barggianos

Barggianos is your virtual escape to that familiar, comfortable basement bar, where the best stories are told and laughter fills the air. Host Chuck and Matt deliver unfiltered, hilarious conversations about life, including the occasional surprise visits from a range of guest including local Barggiano patrons. It's the podcast that feels like pulling up a chair and joining your friends for a laid-back evening of good company and great conversation. It's like grabbing a drink with old friends, no matter where you are where the beer is cold and the laughs are always on tap. Welcome to Barggianos!

  1. Joey Chestnut, Fireworks & 4th of July Chaos - Barggianos Episode 76

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    Joey Chestnut, Fireworks & 4th of July Chaos - Barggianos Episode 76

    In this 2nd Annual Barggianos 4th of July Special, Chuck and Matt are joined by Ryan for a hilarious basement bar episode full of hot dogs, fireworks, bad decisions, and classic Barggianos chaos. The guys debate whether Joey Chestnut is the Tom Brady of competitive eating, break down the Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest, talk about the legendary mustard belt, and somehow turn hot dog strategy into one of the most ridiculous conversations yet. Then things get even better with a Fourth of July firework name game, old-school Harbor Point stories, bottle rocket wars, neighborhood firework memories, and a few scary close calls that prove fireworks and young guys are a dangerous mix. This episode also takes a surprisingly real turn as the guys talk about getting older, parenting, fatherhood, kids growing up, holding grudges, and men’s mental health. Grab a drink, pull up a seat at the bar, and enjoy the Barggianos 4th of July Special. Let us know in the comments:Is Joey Chestnut the GOAT?Do you watch the Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest every year?What is your craziest fireworks story? CHAPTERS00:00 Cold Open: Joey Chestnut & Hot Dog Chaos01:00 Welcome to the 2nd Annual 4th of July Special03:00 Ryan Joins the Show05:10 The Air Conditioner Almost Ruined the Episode08:30 Favorite Holidays & Reality TV Talk12:00 Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest13:50 Joey Chestnut Controversy18:40 Miki Sudo & the Women’s Hot Dog Contest22:00 Is Joey Chestnut the Tom Brady of Hot Dogs?27:00 The “Air Dicking” Moment30:00 Barggianos YouTube & Merch Talk32:00 Golf, Bowling & Chuck Switching Hands36:00 The Real or Fake Firework Name Game47:00 Matt Takes on Ryan50:00 Harbor Point Stories53:00 From Almost Fighting to Becoming Friends57:00 Letting Go of Grudges60:00 Barggianos’ Most Viral Firework Story62:00 Bottle Rocket Wars & Dumb Firework Decisions66:30 Firework Safety, Mortars & Neighborhood Shows70:00 Should Fireworks Have a Time Limit?73:00 Dogs, Fireworks & 4th of July Stress76:00 Why 4th of July Feels Nostalgic79:00 Parenting, Kids Growing Up & Living in the Moment84:00 Young Dads, Fatherhood & Regrets87:00 Men’s Mental Health Talk89:00 Final Laughs, Ryan’s First Episode & Closing FOLLOW BARGGIANOSYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BarggianosWebsite: https://barggianos.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BarggianosInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/barggianosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@barggianosX: https://x.com/barggianos LISTEN TO BARGGIANOSApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/barggianos/id1799622257Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0650hIJLA80dHxXRGAfm6K SHOP BARGGIANOS MERCHhttps://shop.barggianos.com New full episodes every Tuesday. New Shorts daily. #Barggianos #Podcast #ComedyPodcast #FourthOfJuly #July4th #JoeyChestnut #HotDogEatingContest #NathansHotDogEatingContest #CompetitiveEating #Fireworks #FireworkFails #DadLife #MensMentalHealth #FunnyPodcast #YouTubePodcast #BasementBar #ChuckAndMatt #PodcastEpisode #BarggianosPodcast

    1 h 19 min
  2. He Cut Carbs… Then Ended Up in Urgent Care - Barggianos Episode 75

    23 juin

    He Cut Carbs… Then Ended Up in Urgent Care - Barggianos Episode 75

    In Episode 75 of Barggianos, Matt somehow managed to accidentally put himself into ketosis after cutting carbs… and of course, we had to talk about it. What started as trying to eat a little better turned into Matt wondering why he felt different, what was happening to his body, and whether cutting carbs was actually working a little too well. Chuck and Matt break down the whole thing in classic Barggianos style — funny, honest, and probably not approved by any doctor. We also get into the struggles of trying to eat healthy, cutting carbs, getting older, and realizing your body does not handle food the same way it used to. Watch Episode 75 of Barggianos now! 00:00 Opening & Matt’s Powerade Night01:08 The Mio Drink Disaster02:00 Matt’s First Episode Without Alcohol03:05 The Health Wake-Up Call04:31 Cutting Carbs Too Hard05:56 Matt Accidentally Went Into Ketosis06:56 New Sound Effects & Recovery Update08:40 Losing 15 Pounds & Walking Every Day10:23 Neighborhood Walk Discoveries11:12 Why “Hard and Fast” Backfired11:45 Has Anyone Else Gone Into Ketosis?12:35 Barggianos YouTube & Merch Plug13:25 Fad Diets & Carnivore Diet Stories15:02 Cutting Back Coffee, Sugar & Soda17:34 Small Changes vs Extreme Diets18:17 Broccoli, Asparagus & Weird Body Facts19:20 Matt’s Health Update & 4th of July Tease20:30 Fan Mail: The Friend Who Only Talks About Herself21:59 How To Handle A One-Way Friendship24:00 Why Guys Handle Honesty Differently25:00 People Who Never Ask About Your Day27:11 Learning To Listen Instead Of One-Up Stories28:07 4th of July Plans & Big Guest News29:34 Is Power Hour Still Happening?30:38 Listener Comments: Hack vs Cuckold31:11 New Merch Idea: The Hack Shirt32:00 June Is Crazy & Summer Travel Plans33:04 Soundboard Upgrades & Future Mics33:47 Pineapple Kool-Aid Marketplace Finds34:15 Buying Homemade Food On Facebook?34:43 Potlucks, Buffets & Germaphobe Problems36:00 Closing Thoughts Don’t forget to like, comment, subscribe, and let us know:Have you ever accidentally gone on a diet without meaning to? New full episodes every Tuesday, with new Shorts dropping daily. FOLLOW BARGGIANOSYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BarggianosFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BarggianosInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/barggianosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@barggianosX: https://x.com/barggianos SHOP BARGGIANOS MERCHhttps://shop.barggianos.com #Barggianos #Podcast #Ketosis #CuttingCarbs #LowCarbDiet #FunnyPodcast #ComedyPodcast #MensPodcast #WeightLossJourney #HealthTalk #GettingOlder #Episode75 #YouTubePodcast

    38 min
  3. Episode 74 - Summer, Summer, Summertime...

    16 juin

    Episode 74 - Summer, Summer, Summertime...

    Remember when summer actually felt like summer? This week on Barggianos, Chuck and Matt take a hilarious trip down memory lane talking about how summer used to mean freedom, sleepovers, music, mowing lawns for cash, Zima, Boone’s Farm, summer jobs, and having zero responsibilities. But now? Summer means AC bills, mowing grass, kids leaving every light on in the house, chores, trash duty, and trying to figure out if your teenager is even home. We also get into old-school summer jobs, the worst jobs we ever had, kids getting their first job, the TikTok Kool-Aid pineapple trend, Zima with Jolly Ranchers, and whether summer was actually better when we were kids… or if we just miss being young. Grab a drink, hit that like button, and let us know in the comments: Was summer better when you were a kid, or is it still just as good now? CHAPTERS 00:00 Summer memories and the reality of adult summer life02:10 Sharing beers and the IPA obsession03:12 Summer expectations from childhood versus now04:38 Kids' summer freedom and monitoring their whereabouts05:38 Parenting peace of mind with routines and chores06:33 Responsibility and the importance of chores for kids08:01 Chore management hacks for older children09:53 Creative discipline: the dollar jar for dishes11:18 The significance of small responsibilities and responsibility building12:49 Summer as a tougher season for parenting and household management13:47 Setting chores around the weekend for better discipline14:42 The importance of responsibility and teaching life skills16:05 Comparing summer jobs past and present17:06 Childhood entrepreneurial summer jobs: lawn mowing18:28 Nostalgic summer jobs: working at bowling alleys19:55 Funny stories involving classic cars and summer adventures21:24 Worst jobs as a teen, including car detailing at Mako22:23 Nursing home work experience and funny stories from teen jobs24:47 Working at a bowling alley and lessons learned25:46 Music's role in summer memories27:04 When children should start working and summer job expectations28:29 Barggianos merchandise and episode growth30:15 TikTok trend: Kool-Aid Pineapple in a Jar32:42 Infused fruits and alcohol traditions33:38 Eating versus drinking infused fruits36:07 Nostalgic mixed drinks like Zima with Jolly Ranchers38:59 Summertime fun then and now39:50 Tribute to a fallen friend and closing thoughts FOLLOW BARGGIANOSYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BarggianosFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BarggianosInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/barggianosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@barggianosX: https://x.com/barggianos SHOP BARGGIANOS MERCHhttps://shop.barggianos.com #Barggianos #Podcast #ComedyPodcast #SummerNostalgia #SummerMemories #DadLife #ParentingHumor #90sKids #GrowingUp #SummerVacation #FunnyPodcast #MiddleAgeHumor #Zima #BoonesFarm #KoolAidPineapple #PodcastClips #YouTubePodcast

    41 min
  4. Episode 73 - What Happened To Us?!

    9 juin

    Episode 73 - What Happened To Us?!

    In this episode of the Barggianos Podcast, Chuck and Matt are talking about the moment you realize you are officially making “dad purchases.” Riding lawnmowers, perfect grass lines, minivans, garage fridges, old shoes you refuse to throw away, TV boxes, grill gear, and the strange pride that comes with having the best lawn on the block. The guys also get into midlife crisis purchases, why dads suddenly care so much about grass, the beauty of a good garage hangout, and whether buying a Mustang, Corvette, or starting a podcast counts as a midlife crisis. Pull up a seat at the bar, crack open a drink, and enjoy another laid-back Barggianos episode about getting older, becoming your dad, and somehow being excited about lawn equipment. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Drinks02:22 Dad Purchases and Realizations04:59 Lawn Care and Grass Pride07:45 Garage Hangouts and Social Spaces10:43 Grilling and Cooking as Dad Activities15:28 Minivan vs. SUV: A Dad's Perspective18:12 Sentimental Attachments and Disposing of Items19:10 The Struggle of Letting Go: Shoes and Sentimentality24:14 Decluttering: The Challenge of Old Clothes and Items31:24 Midlife Crisis: Expressions of Individuality and Change FOLLOW BARGGIANOS:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BarggianosWebsite: https://barggianos.comMerch: https://shop.barggianos.comApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/barggianos/id1799616982Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barggianos/ #Barggianos #Podcast #ComedyPodcast #DadLife #DadPurchases #MidlifeCrisis #LawnCare #GarageLife #MinivanLife #GettingOld #FunnyPodcast #ChuckAndMatt #DadHumor #PodcastEpisode #BasementBar

    43 min
  5. Episode 72 - Kids Today Wouldn’t Last One Day in the 90s

    2 juin

    Episode 72 - Kids Today Wouldn’t Last One Day in the 90s

    This Episode of Barggianos is all about one big question: Could kids today survive growing up in the 90s? Chuck and Matt take a hilarious trip back to the days of riding bikes until the street lights came on, drinking from garden hoses, calling friends on landlines, knocking on doors to see if someone could play, and surviving without Wi-Fi, Life360, Snapchat, or instant access to everything. They also get into how parenting has changed, why kids panic when the internet goes out, the wild world of floppy disks, old-school school memories, social media bullying, when kids should get phones, and why youth sports have gotten way too expensive and serious. If you grew up in the 80s, 90s, or early 2000s, this episode will hit you right in the nostalgia. If you’re a kid today… good luck surviving without a hotspot. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Vibes01:25 Parenting in Modern Times04:14 Childhood Adventures: Then and Now07:59 The Impact of Technology on Kids12:41 Socialization: Past vs Present16:52 Generational Differences in Parenting19:17 Floppy Disks and Technological Evolution20:46 Nostalgic Tech and Gaming Memories23:29 Parenting in the Digital Age28:07 Social Media and Youth Relationships30:27 Navigating Technology and Kids' Phones34:21 Youth Sports: Changes and Challenges #Barggianos #Podcast #Episode72 #90sKids #90sNostalgia #KidsToday #GrowingUpInThe90s #90sChildhood #MillennialPodcast #GenX #ParentingToday #Life360 #OldSchoolParenting #YouthSports #Blockbuster #MTV #FloppyDisk #OregonTrail #RetroPodcast #comedypodcast  Like, Comment & Subscribe if you enjoy comedy, wild conversations, pop culture, AI discussions, movies, music, sports, and complete chaos. 🔗 CONNECT WITH US: Visit us at Barggianos.com Check out our Merch store:shop.barggianos.com Contact us @ Barggianos@gmail.com Book Us On Cameo:https://www.cameo.com/barggianos Please like, Share and Subscribe. We are out on all major podcast sites including Apple Podcast and Spotify so pull up a seat at the bar and join us! Listen & Watch: Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/barggianos/id1799622257 Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/0650hIJLA80dHxXRGAfm6K YouTube:www.youtube.com/@Barggianos?sub_confirmation=1 Amazon Podcast:https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/6c4961c6-efc6-4fc7-aa30-fa680fd827f1/barggianos Copyright code for licensed music:CODE: 6YDZH6LIG5EZB2YW

    42 min
  6. Episode 71 - Horse Racing's Dirty Secret

    26 mai

    Episode 71 - Horse Racing's Dirty Secret

    This week on Barggianos, Chuck and Matt invite special guest Joel from Louisville, KY to help explain horse racing and to reveal some of horse racing's dirtiest secrets. We talk Kentucky Derby drama, Bob Baffert’s return, Medina Spirit, Triple Crown controversy, jockeys starving themselves for race weight, and why Louisville locals might be tired of big business messing with Derby week. There’s gambling, bourbon, bad bets, good stories, and Chuck somehow winning money on a horse he absolutely knew nothing about. If you like horse racing, sports scandals, comedy podcasts, or just want to hear three guys pretend they’re experts — this one’s for you. Don’t forget to like, comment, subscribe, and maybe bet responsibly… or at least better than Chuck. Chapters:00:00 - Horse Racing’s Dirty Secret01:01 - Welcome to Barggianos01:33 - Meet Joel from Louisville03:50 - Mint Juleps Are Terrible05:49 - Owning Two Hairs of a Racehorse10:25 - Kentucky Derby Changes20:50 - Derby Week Drama25:53 - Bob Baffert Returns28:18 - The Medina Spirit Scandal35:38 - The Triple Crown Problem36:08 - Why the Derby Winner Skipped the Preakness43:17 - The Brutal Life of Jockeys45:01 - What’s Next in Horse Racing46:24 - Best Racetracks to Visit51:20 - Final Thoughts Hashtags:#Barggianos #HorseRacing #HorseRacingsDirtySecret #KentuckyDerby #TripleCrown #BobBaffert #MedinaSpirit #ChurchillDowns #LouisvilleKY #HorseBetting #SportsPodcast #ComedyPodcast #Podcast #DerbyDrama 🔗 CONNECT WITH US: Visit us at Barggianos.com Contact us @ Barggianos@gmail.com Book Us On Cameo:https://www.cameo.com/barggianos Please like, Share and Subscribe. We are out on all major podcast sites including Apple Podcast and Spotify so pull up a seat at the bar and join us! Listen & Watch: Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/barggianos/id1799622257 Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/0650hIJLA80dHxXRGAfm6K YouTube:www.youtube.com/@Barggianos?sub_confirmation=1 Amazon Podcast:https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/6c4961c6-efc6-4fc7-aa30-fa680fd827f1/barggianos Copyright code for licensed music:CODE: 6YDZH6LIG5EZB2YW

    53 min
  7. Episode 70 - I Thought This Only Happened To OLD PEOPLE...

    19 mai

    Episode 70 - I Thought This Only Happened To OLD PEOPLE...

    Getting older hits different… especially when your body starts making weird decisions. On this episode of Barggianos, Chuck and Matt talk about stomach problems, acid reflux, doctor visits, running after 40, body aches, stretching routines, and the very real moment you realize you are not as young as you used to be. From “I can poop but not fart” to esophagus stretching jokes, this one goes exactly where you’d expect a Barggianos episode to go. The guys also talk about Mother’s Day, how the holiday has changed over time, whether Father’s Day gets the same treatment, teaching kids how to drive, Goodwill trips, winery days, gift-giving struggles, and even a little PBA bowling history with Darren Tang. Grab a drink, ring the bell, and hang out with Chuck and Matt for another funny, honest, and slightly uncomfortable episode of Barggianos. Chapters 00:00 – Cold open: stomach problems and getting old00:45 – Welcome to Barggianos with Chuck and Matt01:30 – Ring the bell: time for a drink02:15 – Matt’s belly issue and GI doctor story05:30 – Pooping, farting, Prilosec, and acid reflux09:00 – Esophagus stretching jokes go off the rails12:00 – Running, getting older, and body aches16:30 – Treadmill vs. outdoor running20:00 – Stretching routines and waking up stiff24:00 – When did you realize you were getting old?27:30 – Mother’s Day history and Ann Jarvis31:00 – Did Mother’s Day turn into Wife’s Day?36:00 – How holidays have changed over time41:00 – Mother’s Day plans, malls, food trucks, and Five Below47:00 – Squishies, fidget toys, and World Cup collectibles52:00 – Matt’s Mother’s Day and winery talk55:00 – Teaching your teenager how to drive1:01:00 – Father’s Day expectations1:07:00 – Gift-giving struggles and Secret Santa1:12:00 – PBA bowling history: Darren Tang wins two-handed1:15:00 – Final thoughts and Barggianos outro #Barggianos #Podcast #ComedyPodcast #GettingOld #MiddleAgeProblems #FunnyPodcast #DadLife #MotherDay #FatherDay #RunningAfter40 #HealthTalk #AcidReflux #PodcastEpisode #ChuckAndMatt #BarPodcast #YouTubePodcast #PBA #Bowling #DarrenTang #lifeafter40  Like, Comment & Subscribe  #BarggianosPodcast #AI #Hollywood #ArtificialIntelligence #Episode69 #Podcast #ValKilmer #Movies #Technology #AIInfluencers #Tesla #ComedyPodcast #FutureTech #Oscars #Entertainment #PopCulture #YouTubePodcast #WentzvilleDays #AIHollywood #funnypodcast  🔗 CONNECT WITH US: Visit us at Barggianos.com Contact us @ Barggianos@gmail.com Book Us On Cameo:https://www.cameo.com/barggianos Please like, Share and Subscribe. We are out on all major podcast sites including Apple Podcast and Spotify so pull up a seat at the bar and join us! Listen & Watch: Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/barggianos/id1799622257 Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/0650hIJLA80dHxXRGAfm6K YouTube:www.youtube.com/@Barggianos?sub_confirmation=1 Amazon Podcast:https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/6c4961c6-efc6-4fc7-aa30-fa680fd827f1/barggianos Copyright code for licensed music:CODE: 6YDZH6LIG5EZB2YW

    38 min
  8. Episode 69 - Is Hollywood Changing Positions on AI?

    12 mai

    Episode 69 - Is Hollywood Changing Positions on AI?

    This week on the Barggianos Podcast, Chuck and Matt dive headfirst into one of the wildest conversations happening right now:  Is AI about to completely change Hollywood forever? From AI-generated actors and digital resurrections of celebrities like Val Kilmer to AI influencers, robot relationships, Tesla personalities, and even whether people should put “AI death clauses” in their wills… this episode goes OFF THE RAILS in the best possible way.  We also discuss: * The controversial new AI-powered Val Kilmer movie trailer* Whether AI actors should be allowed to win Oscars* If movies, actors, and directors could become obsolete* AI concerts featuring deceased musicians* The future of AI relationships & robot companions* How fast AI is evolving compared to the internet* Why Hollywood is panicking right now* Wentzville Days updates & upcoming guests* And of course… plenty of Episode 69 jokes 😅 Grab a drink every time the bell rings 🍻 and join us for one of the funniest and most thought-provoking episodes yet. Chapters 00:00 – AI Is Taking Over Hollywood01:05 – Welcome to Episode 69 03:10 – Would You Want AI To Replace You After Death?06:40 – The AI Val Kilmer Movie Controversy11:45 – Should AI Actors Win Oscars?15:20 – Can AI Replace Directors & Hollywood?20:05 – The Rise of AI Influencers24:10 – Electric Cars vs AI Evolution27:30 – AI Could Cure Cancer?!31:15 – AI Death Clauses & Digital Souls35:40 – Falling In Love With AI Robots41:00 – Tesla AI Personalities Get Weird 45:15 – Taylor Swift Protecting Her Voice With AI Trademarks49:20 – AI Music & Virtual Concerts53:30 – Tupac Holograms & Ozzy AI Concerts57:10 – “Will Smith Eating Spaghetti” AI Evolution1:00:40 – Wentzville Days & Local Band Shoutouts1:05:15 – Kentucky Derby Recap1:08:20 – Barggianos Out   Like, Comment & Subscribe if you enjoy comedy, wild conversations, pop culture, AI discussions, movies, music, sports, and complete chaos. #BarggianosPodcast #AI #Hollywood #ArtificialIntelligence #Episode69 #Podcast #ValKilmer #Movies #Technology #AIInfluencers #Tesla #ComedyPodcast #FutureTech #Oscars #Entertainment #PopCulture #YouTubePodcast #WentzvilleDays #AIHollywood #funnypodcast  🔗 CONNECT WITH US: Visit us at Barggianos.com Contact us @ Barggianos@gmail.com Book Us On Cameo:https://www.cameo.com/barggianos Please like, Share and Subscribe. We are out on all major podcast sites including Apple Podcast and Spotify so pull up a seat at the bar and join us! Listen & Watch: Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/barggianos/id1799622257 Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/0650hIJLA80dHxXRGAfm6K YouTube:www.youtube.com/@Barggianos?sub_confirmation=1 Amazon Podcast:https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/6c4961c6-efc6-4fc7-aa30-fa680fd827f1/barggianos Copyright code for licensed music:CODE: 6YDZH6LIG5EZB2YW

    35 min

À propos

Barggianos is your virtual escape to that familiar, comfortable basement bar, where the best stories are told and laughter fills the air. Host Chuck and Matt deliver unfiltered, hilarious conversations about life, including the occasional surprise visits from a range of guest including local Barggiano patrons. It's the podcast that feels like pulling up a chair and joining your friends for a laid-back evening of good company and great conversation. It's like grabbing a drink with old friends, no matter where you are where the beer is cold and the laughs are always on tap. Welcome to Barggianos!