Cold Cuts, Hot Takes

Cold Cuts, Hot Takes

Welcome to Cold Cuts, Hot Takes, the podcast where we’re opinionated and HUNGRY. Join us as we bring our hottest takes and brash opinions all while enjoying some lovely charcuterie!

  1. 2D AGO

    Cold Cuts, Hot Takes — Episode 14: “Back to School”

    🍕🎬 Back to School | Cold Cuts, Hot TakesGrab your Lunchables and prepare for a nostalgia trip.In this episode of Cold Cuts, Hot Takes, the crew heads back to the school lunch table, revisiting the iconic snacks that defined childhood — while diving deep into the careers of actors who started as kids and figuring out their best roles of all time.This one is packed with nostalgia, debates, snacks, and more arguments than your elementary school lunch table ever saw.🍫 Back to the LunchroomThe crew tastes and debates some of the ultimate school-day favorites, including:🍕 Lunchables🥪 Uncrustables🌈 Cosmic Brownies…and plenty more childhood staples.What actually held up?What tastes way worse than we remembered?And what deserves legendary status?Nostalgia gets tested in real time.🎭 Child Star Deep DiveWhile reliving childhood snacks, the crew tackles a big movie discussion:Actors who started as kids — and their BEST roles.The debate covers:iconic childhood performancesglow-up careersand whether their best role came early… or much laterExpect passionate arguments and controversial picksIf you enjoy:nostalgic food debatesmovie discussionsactors and Hollywood triviachildhood throwbackschaotic podcast banterThis episode delivers.⭐ BONUS CONTENT ON PATREONWant more Cold Cuts chaos?🎉 Our Patreon is LIVE, featuring:bonus episodesextended debatesbehind-the-scenes momentsexclusive food rankingsextra movie discussions and games👉 Join here:patreon.com/ColdCutsHotTakesYour support helps us keep creating bigger segments, trying more ridiculous foods, and debating things way harder than necessary.⏱️ CHAPTERS(timestamps added after upload)00:00 – Intro03:35 – Hot take10:50 – Child Actors Discussion Begins1:16:29 – Wrap-Up📲 FOLLOW COLD CUTS HOT TAKESPatreon: patreon.com/ColdCutsHotTakesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cchtpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cchtpodcastX (Twitter): https://x.com/cchtpodcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1tl5ybo70c16zLwUcbqWGuNew clips, debates, and nostalgic chaos every week.💬 What snack instantly takes you back to school lunch?🎬 And what child actor had the best glow-up career?Like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you never miss the next debate.

    1h 18m
  2. APR 26

    Cold Cuts, Hot Takes — Episode 13: “Ups & Downs”

    Classic debates. Big guesses. One champion.In this episode of Cold Cuts, Hot Takes, the crew battles through a fast-paced Higher or Lower chain game where every guess matters — and one mistake can flip the entire scoreboard.But first… the table gets divided immediately.🔥 Hot Take of the Day🥤 Pepsi vs Coke — which is actually better?The crew dives into one of the most iconic debates of all time.Taste, branding, nostalgia, and loyalty all come into play as everyone makes their case for their soda of choice.This one gets surprisingly serious… fast.📈 Main Event: Higher or Lower Chain GameThe cast goes head-to-head-to-head in a competitive higher or lower guessing game, building a chain of correct answers across different pop culture and real-world metrics.Each round tests:knowledgeinstinctsand confidence under pressureOne wrong call breaks the chain — and opens the door for someone else to take control.🏆 The Flying Swine ChampionshipAt stake once again is the most prestigious (and ridiculous) prize in Cold Cuts history:The Flying Swine Trophy.Only one host walks away with the win… and the bragging rights.If you enjoy:game-based podcast episodestrivia and guessing gamespop culture debatescompetitive chaossoda arguments that go way too farThis episode delivers.⭐ BONUS CONTENT ON PATREONWant more Cold Cuts chaos?🎉 Our Patreon is LIVE, featuring:bonus episodesextended game roundsbehind-the-scenes contentexclusive challenges and segmentsextra Flying Swine competitions👉 Join here:patreon.com/ColdCutsHotTakesYour support helps us keep building bigger games and better episodes.⏱️ CHAPTERS(timestamps added after upload)00:00 – Intro02:16 – Hot Take: Pepsi vs Coke06:40 – Higher or Lower Game Begins56:22 – Flying Swine Champion Crowned📲 FOLLOW COLD CUTS HOT TAKESPatreon: patreon.com/ColdCutsHotTakesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cchtpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cchtpodcastX (Twitter): https://x.com/cchtpodcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1tl5ybo70c16zLwUcbqWGuClips, debates, and competition highlights posted bi-weekly.💬 Drop your answer in the comments:🥤 Pepsi or Coke?Like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you don’t miss the next episode.

    58 min
  3. APR 23

    Cold Cuts, Hot Takes — Episode 12: “Deep Dive - Animation Studios”

    A new segment begins… and the nostalgia hits HARD. In this episode of Cold Cuts, Hot Takes, the crew debuts their brand new recurring segment: Deep Dive — where the hosts take a step back from the chaos and really dig into a topic they love. For the first edition, they’re diving into one of the biggest pillars of pop culture:👉 Animation Studios But before that, things get heated immediately… 🔥 Hot Take of the Day 🎶 “Music was way better in the 80s and 90s.” The crew debates whether modern music can even compare to the iconic eras of the 80s and 90s. From timeless hits to changing industry trends, they break down: what made those decades special whether nostalgia is playing a role and if today’s music can ever stack up 🎨 Deep Dive: Animation Studios The first-ever Deep Dive segment takes the crew through the world of animation, covering: 🎬 Disney The classics, the renaissance era, and the cultural impact. 🎥 Pixar Storytelling, emotional hits, and what makes Pixar different. 🎭 DreamWorks Underrated gems, iconic franchises, and a totally different style. 🍿 And More The crew explores other studios, hidden favorites, and personal picks that shaped their love for animation. This segment is all about: favorite animated movies studio strengths and weaknesses nostalgia vs modern animation and which studio truly reigns supreme If you enjoy: animation movies Disney, Pixar, and DreamWorks discussions nostalgic debates pop culture deep dives podcast conversations with personality This episode is for you. ⭐ BONUS CONTENT ON PATREON Want more Cold Cuts content? 🎉 Our Patreon is LIVE, featuring: bonus episodes extended deep dives behind-the-scenes conversations extra debates and segments exclusive content you won’t see on YouTube 👉 Join here:patreon.com/ColdCutsHotTakes Your support helps us keep building new segments like Deep Dive and expanding the show. ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 – Intro 06:38 – Hot Take: 80s/90s Music vs Today 14:55 – Deep Dive: Animation Studios 1:13:39 – Wrap-Up 📲 FOLLOW COLD CUTS HOT TAKES Patreon: [link] Instagram: [link] TikTok: [link] X (Twitter): [link] Spotify: [link] Clips, debates, and bonus content posted weekly. 💬 Drop your take in the comments: 🎶 Was music actually better in the 80s and 90s? 🎬 Which animation studio is the GOAT? Like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you don’t miss the next episode.

    1h 18m
  4. MAR 29

    Cold Cuts, Hot Takes — Episode 11: “Movie Madness”

    Bracket season has arrived… and we did it our way. In Movie Madness, the Cold Cuts Hot Takes crew brings the chaos of March Madness to the world of movies with a full-blown pop culture bracket showdown. Actors, movies, directors, and composers all go head-to-head in a tournament built to spark arguments. But before the bracket tips off, things get heated immediately… 🔥 Hot Take of the Day🏁 “NASCAR drivers aren’t really athletes.” The episode kicks off with a take that instantly divides the table.The crew debates reaction time, endurance, skill, and what actually qualifies someone as an “athlete.”It gets heated. It gets personal. And it sets the tone for everything that follows. 🏀 MAIN EVENT: MOVIE MADNESS BRACKET Inspired by March Madness, the crew battles through a multi-category tournament featuring: 🎭 Actor vs ActorWho has the better career, impact, and overall legacy? 🎬 Movie vs MovieWhich films stand the test of time and deserve to advance? 🎥 Director vs DirectorStyle vs consistency vs influence — who takes it? 🎼 Composer vs Composer: The soundtrack showdown you didn’t know you needed. Each matchup brings: heated debates controversial decisions wild arguments and plenty of upsets Only one can advance each round — and nobody agrees on anything. If you enjoy: movie debates bracket-style competitions pop culture arguments film discussions chaotic podcast energy This episode delivers. ⭐ BONUS CONTENT ON PATREON Want more Cold Cuts chaos?🎉 Our Patreon is LIVE, featuring: bonus episodes extended bracket debates behind-the-scenes content extra matchups that didn’t make the episode exclusive games and segments 👉 Join here:patreon.com/ColdCutsHotTakes Your support helps us build bigger brackets, better segments, and even more ridiculous debates. ⏱️ CHAPTERS(timestamps added after upload) 00:00 – Intro XX:XX – Hot Take: NASCAR Drivers Debate XX:XX – Movie Madness XX:XX – Final Winner & Wrap-Up 📲 FOLLOW COLD CUTS HOT TAKES Patreon: [link] Instagram: [link] TikTok: [link] X (Twitter): [link] Spotify: [link] Clips, debates, and bracket chaos posted weekly. 💬 Drop your picks in the comments: Who wins YOUR Movie Madness bracket? Like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you don’t miss the next debate.

    1h 4m
  5. MAR 13

    Cold Cuts, Hot Takes — Episode 10: “Celebrity Chaos”

    This episode of Cold Cuts Hot Takes brings the competition back to center stage as the crew battles through a gauntlet of celebrity guessing challenges — all in pursuit of the legendary Flying Swine Championship.But before the games begin, the table gets into a surprisingly heated Hot Take of the Day…🔥 Hot Take of the Day💘 Rom-Coms are for guys too.The crew debates whether romantic comedies deserve more respect from male audiences. Are rom-coms secretly great movies that guys just pretend not to like? Or are they still firmly in “date night only” territory?Things get surprisingly chippy before the competition even begins.⭐ The Celebrity GauntletThe hosts go head-to-head in a multi-round Guess the Celebrity showdown, testing their pop culture knowledge in several chaotic challenges:🍔 Celebrity Food BrandsTaste tests and guesses — can they identify which celebrity is behind the product?🔍 Zoomed-In Image ChallengeTiny image details lead to big guesses.🎭 Voice Acting IdentificationRecognizing famous voices from animation and film.🧠 General Celebrity TriviaClassic pop culture knowledge rounds.🎤 Real Name vs Stage NameWho knows which celebrities changed their name?👷 Former JobsGuess which odd jobs celebrities had before fame.Each round brings new points, new arguments, and new opportunities for the scoreboard to flip.🏆 The Flying Swine ChampionshipAt stake once again is the most prestigious (and ridiculous) prize in Cold Cuts history:The Flying Swine Trophy.Only one host will walk away as champion — and the road there gets competitive fast.If you enjoy:pop culture triviacelebrity gameschaotic competitionrom-com debatespodcast banter and challengesThis episode delivers all of it.⭐ BONUS CONTENT ON PATREONWant more Cold Cuts chaos?Our Patreon is LIVE, featuring:• bonus episodes• extended competition rounds• behind-the-scenes content• exclusive debates and games• extra trivia challenges👉 Join here:patreon.com/ColdCutsHotTakesYour support helps us keep creating bigger segments and even wilder competitions.⏱️ CHAPTERS00:00 – Intro01:45 – Hot Take: Rom-Coms for Guys09:20 – Celebrity Guessing Challenge01:10:45 – Flying Swine Champion Crowned📲 FOLLOW COLD CUTS HOT TAKESPatreon:   / coldcutshottakes  Instagram:   / cchtpodcast  TikTok:   / cchtpodcast  X / Twitter: https://x.com/cchtpodcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1tl5ybo...New clips, debates, and competitions posted weekly.💬 Drop your take in the comments:Are rom-coms actually underrated for guys?

    1h 13m
  6. MAR 13

    Cold Cuts, Hot Takes — Episode 9: "The First Annual Draft Bonanza"

    It’s officially chaos season.Welcome to the first-ever Draft Bonanza, a new annual Cold Cuts Hot Takes tradition where everything is on the table — fictional characters, actors, and even the box office itself.This episode is packed with rapid-fire jokes, competitive energy, and some of the funniest moments we’ve had all season.🔥 Hot Take of the Day🍔 “Wendy’s is the best fast food chain.”The episode kicks off with a bold claim that Wendy’s clears the competition. Burgers, fries, Frostys — nothing is safe as the crew debates which fast food chain actually deserves the crown.🧠 Draft #1: Fictional Character Scenario DraftThe crew drafts fictional characters to compete in various absurd and competitive scenarios. Strategy gets questionable. Logic gets stretched. Chaos is guaranteed.🎬 Draft #2: Actor Genre DraftNext up, a competitive draft of actors assigned to different movie genres. Who builds the strongest roster? Who completely fumbles their picks? The debates get heated.🎟️ Main Event: 2025 Fantasy Box Office DraftThe night concludes with our brand-new annual tradition:A Fantasy Box Office Draft, where each host drafts upcoming movies for the year.We’ll track domestic box office performance throughout the year to determine a winner.This one isn’t just bragging rights — it’s a season-long competition.If you enjoy:fantasy draftspop culture gamesmovie predictionscompetitive podcastsfast food debateschaotic banterThis episode delivers all of it.⭐ Join the Cold Cuts Inner Circle (Patreon)Want extended drafts, bonus picks, behind-the-scenes moments, and exclusive competitions?🎉 Our Patreon is LIVE, featuring:bonus episodesextended draft roundsexclusive gamesuncensored banterseason-long box office updates👉 Join here:  / coldcutshottakes  Your support helps us build bigger segments and turn Draft Bonanza into a yearly monster.⏱️ CHAPTERS(Added after upload)00:00 – Intro ChaosXX:XX – Hot Take: Wendy’s Is the Best Fast FoodXX:XX – Fictional Character DraftXX:XX – Actor Genre DraftXX:XX – Fantasy Box Office DraftXX:XX – Final Picks & Wrap-Up📲 Follow Cold Cuts Hot TakesPatreon:   / coldcutshottakes  Instagram:   / cchtpodcast  TikTok:   / cchtpodcast  X (Twitter): https://x.com/cchtpodcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1tl5ybo...Clips, draft highlights, and bonus chaos posted weekly.Drop your picks in the comments:🍔 Best fast food chain?🎬 Who wins the box office draft this year?Like, subscribe, and hit the bell — Draft Bonanza is just getting started.

    1h 47m
  7. FEB 13

    Cold Cuts, Hot Takes — Episode 8: “Totally Toons”

    🎨📺 Totally Toons | Cold Cuts, Hot Takes Cartoon rivalries. Nostalgia debates. Music trivia chaos. The Flying Swine is back on the line. ⚠️ FAIR USE DISCLAIMER The music clips heard in this episode are not owned by Cold Cuts Hot Takes. They are used under Fair Use for commentary, criticism, trivia, and entertainment purposes. All rights belong to their respective copyright owners. In this episode of Cold Cuts, Hot Takes, the crew dives headfirst into one of the most heated childhood TV debates imaginable: 👉 Did Nickelodeon dominate Cartoon Network and Disney Channel growing up? Risky throws down the gauntlet claiming Nickelodeon easily clears the competition, and the table breaks down iconic shows, network eras, and which channel truly defined childhood entertainment. The nostalgia runs deep — and so do the arguments. 🔥 Hot Take of the Day📺 Nickelodeon vs Cartoon Network vs Disney Channel The cast debates: Which network had the best cartoon lineup Which shows had the biggest cultural impact Which channel aged the best And which network truly won the golden era of kids television Expect strong opinions, deep nostalgia, and some surprisingly passionate defenses of childhood favorites. 🎶 Segment of the Day: Name That Movie from the Song The competition heats up as the crew battles in a fast-paced movie trivia music game where contestants must identify films based on their soundtrack songs. With every correct answer, the scoreboard tightens — and the stakes get higher. 🏆 The Flying Swine Championship is on the line once again. Only one host leaves with the most prestigious (and ridiculous) trophy in Cold Cuts history. If you enjoy: cartoon nostalgia pop culture debates movie trivia games soundtrack guessing challenges competitive podcast segments This episode delivers. ⭐ BONUS CONTENT ON PATREON Want extended gameplay and exclusive segments? 🎉 Our Patreon is LIVE, featuring: bonus episodes extended trivia rounds behind-the-scenes content exclusive competitions additional debates that don’t make the main episode 👉 Join here: https://www.patreon.com/ColdCutsHotTakes Your support helps us build bigger segments, improve production, and create more community-driven content. ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 – Intro 03:49 – Nickelodeon vs Cartoon Network vs Disney Debate 16:24 – Name That Movie from the Song Game 01:16:00 – Wrap-Up 📲 FOLLOW COLD CUTS HOT TAKES Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ColdCutsHotTakes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cchtpodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cchtpodcast X (Twitter): https://x.com/cchtpodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cchtpodcast New podcast clips, trivia segments, and debates posted weekly. 📺 Drop your vote in the comments: Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network, or Disney Channel? Like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you never miss the next debate.

    1h 17m
  8. JAN 30

    Cold Cuts, Hot Takes — Episode 7: "Music Mayhem & Multiverse Madness"

    In this episode of Cold Cuts, Hot Takes, Jenny drops the hot take that sparks an instant argument: 👉 no band will ever reach Beatles-level fame again — ever.The crew debates modern music, changing culture, and whether massive global bands are even possible in today’s fragmented entertainment world. Do bands still matter… or has the era completely passed?🔥 Hot Take of the Day🎶 “No band will ever be as big as The Beatles.”The cast breaks down:- why bands don’t form the way they used to- whether modern artists can ever reach monoculture status- and if anyone — past or future — could even come closeFeelings are strong. Opinions are louder.🎭 Segment of the Day: Universe Drop-InNext, the crew dives into one of their most chaotic games yet.Each round:1️⃣ A random fictional character is drawn2️⃣ A completely unrelated IP universe is drawn3️⃣ The group debates how that character would survive, adapt, or absolutely ruin the universe they’re dropped intoFrom tone clashes to power scaling to personality mismatches, the arguments spiral quickly — and some of the combinations are genuinely unhinged.Would they become a hero?A villain?Or get eliminated immediately?If you enjoy:- pop culture debates- music discussions- fictional character mashups- and arguments that go way deeper than they shouldThis episode delivers.⭐ BONUS CONTENT ON PATREONWant more Cold Cuts chaos?🎉 Our Patreon is LIVE, featuring:- bonus podcast episodes- extended debates- behind-the-scenes content- exclusive games and segments👉 Join the table here:patreon.com/ColdCutsHotTakesYour support helps us keep building bigger segments and even weirder debates.⏱️ CHAPTERS(Chapters will be added after upload.)00:00 – Intro02:40 – Hot Take: No Band Bigger Than The Beatles10:45 – Fictional Character Universe Drop-In Game43:24 – Wrap-Up📲 FOLLOW COLD CUTS HOT TAKESPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/ColdCutsHotTakesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cchtpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cchtpodcastX (Twitter): https://x.com/cchtpodcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cchtpodcastClips, debates, and bonus chaos posted biweekly.🎸 Drop your take in the comments:Will any band ever top The Beatles — or is that era gone forever?Like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you don’t miss the next argument.

    44 min

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Welcome to Cold Cuts, Hot Takes, the podcast where we’re opinionated and HUNGRY. Join us as we bring our hottest takes and brash opinions all while enjoying some lovely charcuterie!