Best Frenemies Johnny Castanha & Christopher Long

Johnny and Christopher take a trip down memory lane as they encounter technical difficulties reminiscent of their early days as podcast rookies – a reminiscent mishap involving the misplacement of the opening segment. Originally a segment of sheer brilliance, now relegated to what one might call "sloppy seconds," the hosts invite you to join in and share a laugh at the twist of fate.Tune in as the duo delves into Johnny's intriguing preoccupation with UFOs, Bigfoot, and a medley of other "less-than-serious" subjects. The episode takes an enlightening turn as they unveil their personal Top 5 emergency preparedness kit must-haves.Moving along, the hosts shift gears to discuss the captivating documentary, "The King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters," exploring the realm of competitive arcade gaming and the quest for arcade supremacy. 

In the much-awaited 78th episode of Best Frenemies, the gang makes a thunderous return following an unexpected two-month hiatus. But what caused the lengthy break? Get ready for an extraordinary adventure as Johnny, the quirky and inquisitive co-host, plunges into a labyrinth of conspiracy theories centered around UFOs and gray aliens. Brace yourself for a rollercoaster ride of laughter, skepticism, and unforeseen twists as Christopher feigns attention while Johnny navigates the uncharted waters, putting their strained relationship to the test.Amidst the laughter and banter, the duo presents their Top 5 tales of karma, poetic justice, and comeuppance. Along the way, they delve into the latest scoop on Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, among many other fascinating topics. As always, they have some exciting recommendations to share.Tune in to this mind-bending episode as the Best Frenemies podcast returns more vital than ever, with secrets, laughter, and surprises in store!

Johnny expects credit for everything. Remember that time you enjoyed a Shirley Temple? According to Johnny, it was his favorite drink a decade ago, so he believes he deserves credit for your newfound appreciation. And let's not forget that if you mention your love for Star Wars, Johnny will eagerly take credit for that, too, citing his proclamation of it being his favorite movie thirty years ago. On the other hand, if you had a terrible dining experience at a restaurant, it's Christopher's fault.In this episode, the boys give their Top 5 things they should do rather than be Laker and Jazz fans. Then, they delve into Jordan Harper's novel, "She Rides Shotgun." And they recommend some stuff. Johnny recommends three things, but that's just three things he will get credit for if you like them. 

Johnny and Christopher are back after a two-month hiatus! (Hiatus sounds better than they didn’t record for two months.) They give their Top 5 reasons why it’s better to train at AOJ/garage, and the takeaway is they’re “conscious uncoupling” their Jiu-Jitsu journeys. They discuss the John Wick franchise. And they recommend some stuff. (Christopher recommends two things, so he nailed this part of the podcast.) 

This is the non-bummer episode to cleanse the palate after the last one. All fun and games! We ignore all the drama in the world and focus on a friendship between two men based on rolling around with each other in pajamas or something like that. In this episode, Johnny and Christopher give their Top 5 things they’d rather be doing than recording a podcast. They discuss HBO Max’s The Menu. And they recommend some stuff. 

Christopher and Johnny are genuinely grateful for their friendship, and they hope everyone has a ride or die like they do for the dark times when the wheels come off. They do Top 5 things they’re grateful for in 2022, discuss The Christmas Story, and recommend some stuff.