Formidable Opponents
Formidable Opponents
Funny and intense arguments about what is "the best" in the world of movies, music, sports and everything pop culture from three guys who have known each other our whole lives. A formatted head to head (to head) to settle the score, once and for all on everything ranging from best one-hit wonder to best sports scandal. Formidable Opponents covers a wide array of interesting topics and breaks them down in a round table discussion as each of us defends and debates our individual takes on the topics we all love to hilariously argue about. formidableopponents@gmail.comTwitter: @FOpponents Instagram...
Best Blink-182 Song
Send us a message and get a shoutout!This week, we’re diving into the world of Blink-182—pop-punk legends, purveyors of juvenile humor, and the soundtrack to your youth....and perhaps a terrible breakup or 6 (hopefully you got those CDs back).Which song is their absolute best? Is it a tearjerker or a high-energy anthem? Expect passionate viewpoints, unnecessary air drumming, and at least one of us questioning our life choices after trying to hit Tom DeLonge’s high notes.Tune in as we discuss, de
Mar 17, • 1:03:25
Best Zombie Movie
Send us a message and get a shoutout!Grab your survival gear, double-tap your expectations, and join us at The Winchester because this week Formidable Opponents crawl out of our graves (and maybe dance on them...fully clothed) and talk Zombies. Board up your doors, aim for the head and check out this episode as we discuss why cardio is the real enemy. This week Formidable Opponents use our brains...braaaains....BRAAAAINS!!! as we debate and discuss "Best Zombie Movie."Support the showReach out
Mar 5, • 1:09:11
Best 90s Debut Single
Send us a message and get a shoutout!Fire up the dial-up, because today we're once again tackling 90s music! These are the songs that blasted onto the scene and made artists instant icons, whether they changed music forever or just gave us a catchy tune to sing along to in our cars, alone, with the windows rolled up...and perhaps looking off into the distance, acting like you're in the damn video.One thing’s for sure: this episode will be more fun than asking for someone's a/s/l in an AOL chat
Feb 19, • 1:11:32
Sexiest 2000s Song
Send us a message and get a shoutout!Warning: This episode is not safe for work, family road trips, or anywhere your mom might overhear it and say, “Oh, I love that song!”—because today, we’re discussing the sexiest songs of the 2000s, and things are about to get dangerously smooth....er, um, awkward.We’ll break down the beats, the lyrics, and the questionable life choices these songs inspired—all while trying (and failing) to keep things PG and it’s guaranteed to make you laugh… and maybe blush
Feb 4, • 58:48
Best Scene in "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation"
Send us a message and get a shoutout!For our annual Christmas episode, we decided to discuss the iconic scenes from the holiday classic, "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation." We'll cover everything from exploding turkeys, squirrel chases, 25,000 light bulbs, painful flirting and more! We'll laugh, reminisce and get into our own holiday debates as we unwrap the magic and madness of this Christmas classic. This week Formidable Opponents debate and discuss, Best Scene in "National Lampoon's C
Dec 20, 2024 • 1:18:04
Best 70s Guitar Solo
Send us a message and get a shoutout!This week Formidable Opponents are diving into an era were guitar heroes and rock gods were king. Crank up your volume knobs (all throat clearing and coughs were edited out, so you're ok!) and dust off your vinyl collection. We're breaking down the best guitar solo of the 70s. By the way, you can play this episode three times during the Freebird guitar solo. Join us and get comfortable, as this week Formidable Opponents erupt and debate "Best Guitar Solo
Dec 5, 2024 • 1:10:50
Best Movie Heartbreak
Send us a message and get a shoutout!Grab your tissues (sad not happy) and get ready to ugly cry with us as we dive into the most brutal, unforgivable, soul-crushing movie heartbreaks of all time. From sad, quiet goodbyes to dramatic meltdowns, we talk everything from faded love to tragic ends. Join us for the heartbreak and the hilarity as we morosely drive away in our pink station wagon, credits rolling over our welled-up eyes as James Ingram takes us home. This week Formidable Opponents de
Nov 20, 2024 • 1:02:12
Best Movie Vampire
Send us a message and get a shoutout!Get ready for an episode dripping with dark humor and high stakes as we sink our teeth into the ultimate vampire showdown! From suave charmers to brutal hunters, (we'll skip the glitter) join us in a hilarious debate to crown the king (or queen) of the undead. So, whether you prefer brooding aristocrats, 80s rock n' roll menaces, or night club ass kickers, this episode is for you! Click play and join us (on an episode that will certainly not suck) as Formi
Oct 29, 2024 • 1:07:55
Best Nu Metal Song
Send us a message and get a shoutout!Get ready to dust off those Adidas tracksuits but please leave the chain wallet at home, for on this episode of Formidable Opponents, we dive deep into the world of aggressive riffs, questionable fashion choice, and enough emotional lyrics to fuel a thousand MySpace pages. Join us where the only thing heavier than the drop-tuned guitars is the nostalgia. Who will reign supreme in the world of frosted tips and baggy pants? Click play and find out as Formida
Oct 4, 2024 • 1:16:40
Best Disco Song
Send us a message and get a shoutout!Disco wasn’t just a genre of music; it was a cultural revolution. It filled dance floors with infectious beats, bright colors, and a promise of escape. From the moment the first disco ball spun to the last echo of four-on-the-floor beats, the era was an unrelenting celebration of life, freedom, and pure joy. Disco may have been dismissed by some at the time, but its legacy continues to thrive, keeping us all dancing...if you can call it that. So, which song
Sep 13, 2024 • 1:04:14
Best Movie Snacks
Send us a message and get a shoutout!In this episode, we dive into the world of movie snacks! From classic popcorn to the pros and cons of movie nachos, we're talking the best treats to munch on while enjoying your favorite flicks. Plus, takes on the full menu dining experience and all the other treats you enjoy...as you stay completely immobile for two straight hours... hoping the surround sound noise of an action scene will drown out the audible woes you're putting your body through...ahem, Th
Aug 29, 2024 • 1:03:25
Best Garage Rock Revival Song
Send us a message and get a shoutout!On this episode of Formidable Opponents, we dive into the raw, gritty sounds that fueled the garage rock revival movement. We explore the memorable tracks that brought back the rebellious spirit of 60s and 70s era garage bands, blending lo-fi distortion with modern energy. From iconic anthems to hidden gems, we break break down the songs that defined a generation. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to the genre, join us as we celebrate the best of gar
Aug 14, 2024 • 1:14:01
Best Baseball Movie
Send us a message and get a shoutout!On this episode of Formidable Opponents, we celebrate two great American past times, baseball and film. For over a century, baseball movies have been historically celebrated in cinema. From comedies to drama to action, baseball movies have provided so many emotions and memories. Many of these films are cherished childhood treasures that will forever stand the test of time. This week Formidable Opponents swings for the fences (PED free, we should mention),
Aug 2, 2024 • 1:00:15
Best Female Lead Singer of the 90s
Send us a message and get a shoutout!In this episode of Formidable Opponents, we go back to the 90s, a time where powerful and unforgettable voices dominated the airwaves. A decade that will forever be remembered for its groundbreaking music and the incredible female talent that led the charge. No matter if you listened to pop, rock, hip hop, R&B, grunge, or ska (why would you do that to yourself?), female artists broke the mold, challenged the norms, and have inspired people of all walks o
Jul 17, 2024 • 1:15:34
Best Scene in a Mel Brooks Movie
Send us a message and get a shoutout!On this episode of Formidable Opponents, we discuss a true icon of film and comedy. Mel Brooks has been a huge influence on many. His genius writing, mastery of parody and most importantly his heart and passion for entertaining generations makes him the undisputed king of comedy in our eyes. Of course, it's good to be The King and it's even better to honor and recognize one that has entertained and educated generations spanning seven decades. Th
Jul 5, 2024 • 1:14:13
Best Song Collaboration
Send us a message and get a shoutout!There's nothing better than two talented artists getting together and becoming a musical force, even if for a brief moment in time. Music collaborations have been around forever and even though they've given us so much, the contributions these talents have given us is never enough. This goes beyond genre, it's about connection and that remarkable, although ephemeral partnership that two powerhouses bestow on us. In the spirit of our collecti
Jun 12, 2024 • 1:10:30
Worst 90s Lead Singer
Send us a message and get a shoutout!This week, we’re diving into the chaotic, often cringe-worthy saga of the worst lead singer of the 90s. Even though we can all agree that without the diversity and energy these acts gave us, we have to shine a light on some questionable performances. Yes, we may be 3 guys who have never sang on stage without clumsily flipping through a karaoke notebook whilst awaiting to butcher some classics but that would never stop us from talking about a decade of music
Jun 5, 2024 • 1:06:46
Best High School Movie
Send us a message and get a shoutout!This week on Formidable Opponents, we celebrate you the graduate, today you're the future of this country, tomorrow you'll be holding down a job, family and if you're lucky enough you too will have a podcast where you'll reminisce about your youth. Forget that vicious cycle, for a moment. This week we are discussing one of our favorite genres, High School Movies. From epic coming-of-age tales to laugh-out loud comedies, we talk about th
May 29, 2024 • 1:10:10
Best Character from The Office
Send us a message and get a shoutout!Join us on this episode as we deep dive into one of our favorite TV show, "The Office." This powerhouse ensemble brought us so many laughs and memories, we talk about classic episodes, unforgettable quotes, the hilarious cast dynamics, and perhaps even a few unexpected revelations about the characters we know and love that made "The Office" a cultural phenomenon. Grab your world's best boss mug, snack on some mung beans, and escape
May 21, 2024 • 1:23:02
Best Beatles Solo Song
Send us a message and get a shoutout!The Beatles were icons both as a band and as solo artists. On this episode, we examine and talk about the famed 2nd acts of the world's biggest band. The hits, the journeys and the continued legacy that continues to give us a lifetime of music and memories. What a strange and interesting chapter in the career of the Fab Four this was. Join us, as this week Formidable Opponents debates and discusses "Best Beatles Solo Song."Support the showR
May 2, 2024 • 1:13:35
Best Movie Dance Scene
Send us a message and get a shoutout!Movie dance scenes can be integral to the plot, move the story forward and reveal so much about the film's characters. On this episode, we take a humorous approach to some of these memorable moments. Take it from three guys who have absolutely zero rhythm and coordination on the dance floor, you'll want to hear our takes and observations, in the same way you want to hear guys who've never played a down of pro football become NFL draft experts
Apr 24, 2024 • 1:02:52
Best 80s Frontman
Send us a message and get a shoutout!On this episode of Formidable Opponents, we once again take a trip back to the 80s, only this time we discuss the era's best Frontmen. We cover everything from the shake ups and breakups, highs and lows and the importance and power the men behind the microphones had. We talk about controversies, successes, failures and the effects of fame and fortune in this retrospective look at some of pop culture's biggest musical icons. This week, Formidable
Apr 17, 2024 • 1:13:42
Best Creed Song
Send us a message and get a shoutout!On this episode, we delve deep into the musical labyrinth of Creed! Join Formidable Opponents, as we soar with eagles, grow out our soul patches and wear our studded belts as we embark on a quest to answer questions like, "Was Creed given a fair shake?" "Why did Scott Stapp tuck in his Tony Romo jersey during a lip-synched performance at a Dallas Cowboys Thanksgiving game?" "Why in the hell were there Merman in the My Sacrifice vi
Apr 5, 2024 • 1:06:16
Best Breakfast Cereal
Send us a message and get a shoutout!This week on Formidable Opponents, we're diving deep into the topic of "Best Breakfast Cereal." We talk everything from classic brands to new favorite and even some of those brands on the bottom shelf that get neglected, not here though as we cover everything! We'll share fun facts and personal anecdotes about our favorite cereal brands and the best part is that the roof of your mouth will still stay in tact. So grab a bowl and join us
Mar 28, 2024 • 1:06:28
Worst Dancing in a Music Video
Send us a message and get a shoutout!On this episode of Formidable Opponents, three guys who are absolute experts on bad dancing (anecdotal evidence), will dissect the absolute worst dancing ever to grace your televisions. On this episode, we breakdown every awkward arm flail and unnecessary gyration. Join us in remembering the calamity that unfolded in front of our very eyes at such an impressionable age, as this week Formidable Opponents debates and discusses "Worst Dancing in a Music
Mar 7, 2024 • 1:07:55
Best I Miss You Song
Send us a message and get a shoutout!On this episode, we dive straight into the heart wrenching emotions and soul-stirring hits from our favorite "I Miss You" songs. We'll dissect the lyrics, unravel the emotional undertones and discuss the musicians who have crafted those three words (not "I love you," THOSE are the words that should've been said before the songs we discuss on this episode were written). Whether you're seeking solace in the lyrics, reminisci
Feb 29, 2024 • 1:07:54
Best Apology Song
Send us a message and get a shoutout!Given the musicianship this episode discusses, apology songs are heartfelt, poignant, an expressive grasp for reconciliation, a remorseful regret, and a strong desire to right wrongs. Given the individuals on this podcast discussing apology songs, there will be jokes, observations, and fun facts but also remorseful regret and a strong desire next episode to right wrongs. Check out our latest episode, as Formidable Opponents debates and discusses "Best
Feb 21, 2024 • 1:01:37
Best 90s Love Song
Send us a message and get a shoutout!The 90s didn't invent the love song (neither did Elvis, knock it off) but what the era did create was a new sound and a new way to express emotions. The artists of the decade created some of the all-time biggest ballads and for many of them, it catapulted them to a whole other level of success and exposure. So, make that phone line dedication, enjoy that slow dance and go ahead and convulse in a fit of passion, totally acceptable (please, warn those
Feb 7, 2024 • 1:09:17
Most Overrated 80s Band
Send us a message and get a shoutout!On this episode of Formidable Opponents we take you back to a simpler time, a time where a show choir mega stars got together for a good cause, a time when going out to eat at your local Pizza Hut was considered fine dining, a time where music told the the decade's story and those storytellers may have utilized an excessive amount of Aqua Net (pink). Yes, we're revisiting the 80s this week and although we have a deep appreciation for synthesizers,
Jan 31, 2024 • 1:08:04
Best TV Series Finale
Send us a message and get a shoutout!We are back for 2024 and if you're a "Curb Your Enthusiasm" fan, you know our window to say "Happy New Year" is long gone (January 7th, for the uninitiated). Speaking of great shows, and the endings of great shows, we're kicking off our first episode of the year by discussing and debating "Best TV Series Finale." So many great memories as we get to talk about the classic series that we think stuck the landing. Unfort
Jan 24, 2024 • 1:06:16
Worst Christmas Movie
Send us a message and get a shoutout!Although Christmas is a time of joy and celebration, that won't stop us about talking some of the terrible things about the holiday, namely, the bad movies. Christmas movies have been a yearly staple for decades now. Naturally, with the oversaturation of said movies, you're bound to come across a few stinkers. Sure, we tend to forgive more during the holidays but in this episode of Formidable Opponents, we examine these movies and ask the most im
Dec 20, 2023 • 1:30:27
Best 80s Pop Song
Send us a message and get a shoutout!On this week's episode of Formidable Opponents, we're covering an era that elevated pop to a whole new level. An era of excess. MTV, arcades, roller skating rinks, bowling alleys, movie theaters and more featured the omni-present soundtrack of all our favorite pop hits of the era. It's hard to believe how much time has passed since the end of a decade that continues to bring us so much pop culture nostalgia. The 80s will always live on, bri
Dec 6, 2023 • 1:09:01
Best Nicolas Cage Movie
Send us a message and get a shoutout!On this episode, we celebrate one of our favorite legendary actors. Nicolas Cage has entertained the masses for the better part of five decades. We've watched him grow from moody punk teenager to a myriad of leading roles, sometimes subdued, other times intense but always entertaining. The Cage-aissance is taking place and with the acclaimed, recently released "Dream Scenario" generating some positive buzz around our hero, it is only fittin
Nov 29, 2023 • 1:12:07
Best Pink Floyd Song
Send us a message and get a shoutout!We're back and we get to honor one of the greatest bands of all-time! A band whose music is so immersive and thought-provoking, a band whose music never fails to captivate. That's right, on this episode we're talking "Best Pink Floyd Song." Spanning generations, this iconic band has left a lasting impact on the music world and has provided the soundtrack to some of the best memories of our lives. This week we talking about the mus
Nov 17, 2023 • 1:09:03
RIP Matthew Perry
Send us a message and get a shoutout!This week, we're trying a little something different. To combat excessive episode delays, we'll be including some bite-sized bonus episodes. These episodes will tackle everything from current events or quick hot takes we'd like to discuss. The formats will vary and we're excited about continuing to churn out more content and discuss our takes on all things nostalgia and pop culture.This week Randall flies solo as he remembers Matthew Pe
Oct 30, 2023 • 22:37
Worst Horror Movie Villain
Send us a message and get a shoutout!It's Halloween season and that means two things, 1)Enjoying some great horror movies 2) Enjoying some bad horror movies. What fun is the season if you can't laugh? Campy Halloween villains have been a staple for decades, hitting their stride in the 80s and early 90s but for us, they will live on...or, die on forever. We love the catch phrases, ridiculousness and the asinine as much as we love the blood, guts and gore. Join us for a trip down mem
Oct 19, 2023 • 1:01:41
100th Episode
Send us a message and get a shoutout!We did it, we made it to 100 episodes (93 more than we anticipated)! On this episode we celebrate the great memories, fun times we've had the opportunities to share, and all the great guests, friends and listeners we've celebrated throughout this crazy time together. Check out this episode as we discuss how we started this podcast, our successes, failures, our funniest moments and our favorite episodes. Thank each of you for riding this crazy wav
Oct 4, 2023 • 1:09:00
Best Game Show
Send us a message and get a shoutout!We have reached episode 99, closet to a dollar without going over! This episode honors every gameshow, host, contestant, the laughs, the insight, the cash and prizes, plus much more. If you were ever absent from school, missed work, or had a lazy summer morning in front of the tv (before streaming), consider this episode your parting gift to a bygone era where suits by Botany 500 and a beautiful dinette set were all the rage! Don't be THAT person who b
Sep 20, 2023 • 1:07:23
Best Song by a Fictional Band
Send us a message and get a shoutout!There's nothing like combining two things we love talking about! We're talking about the "fake artists" we wished that truly existed . The songs that capture our favorite movie moments, characters and stories. While we cannot promise absolutely no singing, we can promise some great nostalgia, debatable takes and lots of laughs. On this episode of Formidable Opponents we talk about both movies and music as we debate and discuss, &q
Sep 13, 2023 • 1:07:11
Most Obsessive Song
Send us a message and get a shoutout!This week Formidable Opponents puts on our best pair of sunglasses, picks up our cordless phones and we're all watching you. Since we are, there's no better opportunity to join us and listen to a fun and interesting take on songs about obsession. These hits sometimes hit the mark and quickly grew to be instant obsessive classics, others have just failed and have been mired in cringe and unintentional comedy. Check out Formidable Opponents this w
Sep 4, 2023 • 1:05:47
Best Football Movie
Send us a message and get a shoutout!Football makes for a great backdrop when it comes to movies. The personalities, stories, relationships, collisions, the emotion, the excitement, what's not to like?! From inspiring stories, to epic battles on the field, the movies we discuss in this episode capture the essence of the game. Whether it's the underdog triumphing, the team coming together, or bad Texas accents, or finding out decades later you weren't adopted and only used to mo
Aug 24, 2023 • 1:09:53
Best 90s Music Video
Send us a message and get a shoutout!We're back talking 90s music videos with our friends Stephie and Lindi from "Turn of the Millennials" podcast. For this episode, we're running back the 90s video music talk. During one of our previous collaborations, we talked about "Worst 90s music videos" and we had another great time talking about one of our collective favorite past times as kids. Our selections couldn't be more different and we promise no monkeys were
Aug 9, 2023 • 1:30:15
Best Summer Blockbuster Movie
Send us a message and get a shoutout!This week on Formidable Opponents we examine one of our favorite past times. Sitting in a dark, air conditioned room and escaping the Summer heat while enjoying a great movie. Not only a great movie, a great summer movie. A movie where you can shut your brain down for a couple of hours and enjoy an action packed thrill ride. The films we discuss are what summers were made for. Classics that will live on forever! We'll never get tired of these flicks
Jul 26, 2023 • 1:14:23
Best 90s Frontman
Send us a message and get a shoutout!The 90s music scene. What an iconic era. An era for new expressive sounds, lyrics and personalities. An era that created an outlook for bigger, better, louder, angrier. With that sound came a new voice, new problems, new feelings and we explored beneath the surface levels of whom we listened to. Although plagued with loses of some of the biggest paragons who defined the time, the emotion and the rawness of many of the musical acts of that era have stood
Jul 19, 2023 • 1:12:34
Best Song About a Woman
Send us a message and get a shoutout!We're back! We haven't let the sweltering Texas Summer heat hold us back another week as we talked about the people who make the world go round. That's right, this week Los Estupidos Romanticos, otherwise known as Formidable Opponents debate and discuss "Best Song About a Woman." Check out our takes and humor regarding some of the most epic songs inspired by the most important people in our lives. A lot of history, controversy an
Jul 12, 2023 • 1:07:55
Best Fast Food Item
Send us a message and get a shoutout!This week on a Supersized episode of Formidable Opponents, we take on Fast Food. With so many options and experiences, there is no doubt that many of our memories growing up are tied to these restaurants and food items. They indeed share a special place in our hearts...at least that's what our physicians tell us during our EKG tests. We cover everything from long forgotten food items, orders we regretted, and times shared with our family and friends.
Jun 16, 2023 • 1:13:07
Worst 90s One-Hit Wonder
Send us a message and get a shoutout!For episode 90, we're taking it back to the 90s! We've previously covered "Best 90s One-Hit Wonders" on a revisit, now we are taking on the worst. The 90s were an eclectic time full of opportunity and joy in the music industry. Those opportunities and that joy though short lived remains a part of our core memories and on every preset on every radio for anyone who is over 35 sending minivan owners singing along (windows up and quietly to
Jun 7, 2023 • 1:05:35
Worst Movie Sequel
Send us a message and get a shoutout!For every Dark Knight, there is a Batman & Robin, for every Empire Strikes back, there is a Phantom Menace, for every Godfather II, there is a Godfather III. This week Formidable Opponents is talking about that perfect imbalance of bad sequels. Those movies whose predecessors brought you back thirsty for more and left you completely disappointed. Look, they can't all be House Party 2 but there's no doubt that when a hit movie rakes it in, stu
May 31, 2023 • 1:11:44
Sexiest 90s Song
Send us a message and get a shoutout!This week Formidable Opponents gives the people what they want (to tolerate). That's right, splash on some of that Curve cologne and put on your best structure polo because we're talking sexy 90s music. Music from an era, for a mood and yes, we each have our personal and hilarious interpretations of what that means. After all, nothing is sexier than three middle-aged guys reminiscing about a simpler time where monk chants over a seductive beat an
May 24, 2023 • 1:02:22
Best Movie Plot Twist
Send us a message and get a shoutout!Great movie plot twists are like a rollercoaster ride. They take you on a journey of emotions and keep you guessing until the very end. The cleverest of twists will make you want to watch the movie again and again just to see how it all came together. This week on Formidable Opponents we break down these twists, we also show our appreciation of Amanda Peet and perform three of the worst Mark Wahlberg impressions you’ve ever heard but that won’t stop us fro
May 16, 2023 • 1:08:40
Remembering Chris Farley
Send us a message and get a shoutout!To be funny and meaningful is a trait of a truly unforgettable comedian. Chris Farley was a comedic powerhouse that captured the laughs and the admiration of an entire generation. 25 plus years after his death, we still remember the times where he not only made us laugh but also inspired us with his humor and his genius. Though we lost him way too soon and through tragic circumstances that we will discuss, we will talk about his legacy as a physical and en
May 3, 2023 • 1:20:26
Best 80s Metal Song
Send us a message and get a shoutout!80s Metal has a special place in our hearts, it gave us speed, thrash, pulse pounding music that defined a generation and continues to inspire generations after. Sure, it gave us *ahem* hair metal and we are obligated to mention that's a point of discussion, too. However, we are mainly touting the legacy of an underdog genre that was loud, in your face and continues to be both relevant and popular today. 80s metal has been featured on many of today&ap
Apr 19, 2023 • 1:10:23
Best Song in a Movie
Send us a message and get a shoutout!This week Formidable Opponents is talking songs in movies and there's nothing like a great soundtrack playing over some of the all-time most memorable scenes. It's a natural combination that adds to the experience and gives us all that immersive feeling. So, whether you're into those heel characters who violently torture their victims, deal drugs while badly singing along to 80s classics, or worst of all, laugh for no reason after a sexual en
Apr 5, 2023 • 1:11:46
Best Supporting Character on The Simpsons
Send us a message and get a shoutout!Hi, Everybody! This week, Formidable Opponents takes you to the happiest place on Earth: Tijuana!...err. Springfield. This week we are joined by our good friend Jiovanna Perez @jiowritesstories (who's the only person who calls us "sir" without adding, "you're making a scene"), as we discuss all things Simpsons . On this episode, we are focusing on the secondary characters that brought Springfield to life but don't boo us
Mar 28, 2023 • 1:26:13
Best Drinking Song
Send us a message and get a shoutout!Our 2023 NCAA brackets are enough to make us drown our sorrows in alcohol but this week we celebrate! We celebrate our return, our listeners and we celebrate the music that bonds us. You can pretty much call anything a drinking song, and if you do, there is help. However, there are a chosen few tunes that are your prime go to's. Maybe they remind you of good times, maybe you're a glutton for punishment who wants to reopen an old wound, maybe you
Mar 21, 2023 • 1:05:41
Worst TV Series Finale
Send us a message and get a shoutout!As many of us know the only thing worse than an ending to something we love is a bad ending to something we love. When a television series ends badly, we are left with questions, confusion and disappointment. They aren't always reliable and consistent. When those "jump the shark" or "slow burn" moments start happening, we usually prepare for the end and sometimes the final episode is a dimly lit match compared to the bright candle
Mar 2, 2023 • 1:15:35
Best Emo Song
Send us a message and get a shoutout!This week Formidable Opponents is elated, excited and pumped up to talk Emo music (odd, isn't it?) Yes, we are standing outside your window holding up our radios as we tackle a music genre that takes us back. Much how we associate party anthems with the great times we had in our youth, emo music played in an important role in how we dealt with growing pains, heartbreak and having to run laps in P.E. We are joined by our good friend (and a guy who can
Feb 22, 2023 • 1:19:31
Best Super Bowl Memories
Send us a message and get a shoutout!This week Formidable Opponents is celebrating all things Super Bowl. The memories, the games, the players, and the exorbitant amount of fanfare that surrounds "America's biggest holiday." The Super Bowl has always been a time capsule of get togethers, fun, and food and we're covering all that and more! It's an episode you wouldn't want to miss, even if you're Scott Norwood. We talk about all the great moments that happen
Feb 9, 2023 • 59:20
Best 90s Rap/Hip Hop Song
Send us a message and get a shoutout!This week Formidable Opponents continues our 90s themed episodes as we debate and discuss what we felt was the golden age of rap and hip hop. An eclectic, energetic time where the genre not only seeped into the mainstream, it dominated it. The songs, the artists and the stories painted a picture of a life many did not know, its storytellers becoming worldwide icons. In the spirit of these songs that played during some of the most important moments of our l
Feb 2, 2023 • 1:03:17
Best 90s Country Song
Send us a message and get a shoutout!Call us The Joke Ridge Boys for this episode, as Formidable Opponents explore previously uncharted territories and we've gone country. We explored the pop country explosion of the 90s replete with the artists, sounds and bulk striped shirts that made the era a memorable one. If your show heifer won grand champion at the local livestock show, heck, even if it didn't, we invite you to tune in to this episode and take a look back at the decade that b
Jan 26, 2023 • 1:06:33
Most Overrated 90s Band
Send us a message and get a shoutout!After a long break, we wish we could go back. No, not to the holidays but back to a simpler time. Yes, we are talking 90s music this episode. What better way to jump into 2023 than to debate these golden classics (ouch) and have a few laughs while doing it? So, whether you understood every lyric to Yellow Ledbetter (liar), or you like your music with a side of melancholy, or even smidge of hee-hawing, we promise you'll enjoy this episode of "For
Jan 19, 2023 • 1:11:14
Nostalgia Round Table V (Holiday Edition)
Send us a message and get a shoutout!The end of the year and our last episode of the year brings some truce to our lives. Join Formidable Opponents on this episode as we discuss the true meaning of the Christmas Spirit, good gifts, bad gifts, orange highlighter running shorts, drink mixers, trips to Spain on pain killers and a "Best of" Tracy Morgan SNL DVD. It's all here, plus our year in review and some of our best memories of our 2022 episodes. So, give us a listen as we ce
Dec 22, 2022 • 1:07:34
Worst Christmas Movie Character
Send us a message and get a shoutout!On this episode of Formidable Opponents we cover those often overlooked heinous characters we love to hate during Christmas (No, not your relatives), we're talking the most despicable, evil and selfish individuals that attempt to rob us of holiday joy (No, not politicians). Tune in as we put a little love in your heart by hating on the heartless. So, leave that high powered rich attorney and join us on the goat farm as you discover your self-worth and
Dec 16, 2022 • 1:09:08
Best Christmas Song
Send us a message and get a shoutout!It's the Holiday Season and we are back for another series of fun Christmas themed episodes. This week on Formidable Opponents, we're debating "Best Christmas Song." With over 500 versions of "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" to eagerly sift through (each more somber than the next) and the fact that we're all mostly in good spirits, what could we possibly disagree on? So, tune in to find out which Christmas songs
Dec 9, 2022 • 1:06:56
Best Musical Artist That Went Solo
Send us a message and get a shoutout! Acclaim though important when shared can be invaluable for some when the recognition rests solely on one individual's talent alone. A star leaving a band to set out to make a name for him or herself is an all-too common tale. Often times, the impetus of a band's demise occurs when hubris takes precedence (Or, believe in one's self and abilities, if you're into that kind of stuff). This week on Formidable Opponents, we spend 78 minutes
Nov 29, 2022 • 1:17:47
Nostalgia Round Table IV (Thanksgiving Edition)
Send us a message and get a shoutout!Thanksgiving is a time to share, reflect and gather. If you grew up like us, it was also a time for unintentional family comedy and inexplicable Country Crock tubs full of stuffing. This week on Formidable Opponents, we give thanks to the memories, the food, time spent family and for our main entrée we rank and debate best Thanksgiving sides. Support the Show.Reach out to us and follow us:formidableopponents@gmail.com (Contact us)https://formidableoppone
Nov 22, 2022 • 1:15:00
Best Kevin Smith Scene
Send us a message and get a shoutout!The movies of Kevin Smith have had a huge impact on us spanning the past four decades. Smith's intelligent philosophy, random musings, pop culture dialogue and quick humor has been a huge inspiration for us and we now get to show our appreciation for someone who introduced us to Snowba...er, um, talents like Jason Lee and Jason Mewes (among countless others). Kevin Smith grew up on the comedies and comedians we grew up with and loved, he understood hi
Nov 8, 2022 • 1:12:46
Best Stone Temple Pilots Song
Send us a message and get a shoutout!Stone Temple Pilots is a band we've always been fascinated by. Their consistency, catalog and talent help to carry the rock scene when grunge was fading out and rock was left trying to find an identity. STP had their ups and downs as a band but they hold a special place in our hearts for the memories, albums and the great live shows we got to witness. Join us this week as we peel back the layers on a group that was more than a grunge band, a criminall
Nov 1, 2022 • 1:16:23
Best Halloween Song
Send us a message and get a shoutout!We all know that there are certain songs we can only tolerate for a season (If you listen to Mariah's "All I Want for Christmas" outside it's requisite November-December confines, well, first of, why? Secondly, maybe don't). Halloween is also a big music themed holiday. We may not directly connect many of these tunes to Halloween but they've grown to perfectly match the spirit of the holiday. Most deliberately, some inadver
Oct 18, 2022 • 56:48
Best Horror Movie Scene
Send us a message and get a shoutout!This week on Formidable Opponents, we are joined by Jenna and Danielle from the Did Not Need to Know Podcast, as they shift gears a bit to talk about something a little less gory and unbelievable. It's that time of year and you know we have to talk horror movies, more specifically those scenes that were the most memorable. So whether your weapon of choice is an ax, chainsaw, a flamethrower or a creepy ass doll, you're in the right place for what w
Oct 11, 2022 • 1:36:44
Nostalgia Round Table III (Halloween Edition)
Send us a message and get a shoutout!This week on Formidable Opponents we take a look back at some of our most cherished and fun Halloween memories (as well as a haunting figure in a cornfield that nearly beheaded Bob and Joseph). Join us as this week we talk, candy, traditions, and our favorite memories of Halloween, as Formidable Opponents sets the mood for the best (or 2nd best, or 3rd best) time of the year (depending on whom you ask).Reach out to us and follow us:formidableopponents@gmail.
Oct 4, 2022 • 48:32
Top 10 Rock Bands - Part II
Send us a message and get a shoutout!On part one of our two part series, "Top 10 Rock Bands," we had the opportunity to talk about what made us fans of the genre, all whilst touching upon our different tastes and musical preferences. On this episode, you'll get the same insight, disagreement, comedy and debate as Formidable Opponents lists our top 5 rock bands of all-time, as compared to "Watch Mojo's" Top 10 Rock Bands list. It wasn't easy to name who ultim
Sep 27, 2022 • 1:41:34
Top 10 Rock Bands - Part I
Send us a message and get a shoutout!We're back after a short hiatus and back to talking about rock music. It's a genre we've covered with our greatest rock songs of each decade episodes and it now culminates into a two part series where we each list our top ten rock bands. For this episode, we're covering bands 10-6, so join us on this episode of Formidable Opponents for a fun and nostalgic conversation about all things rock as we compare each of our lists to "Watch
Sep 20, 2022 • 1:43:26
Best 90s Dance Song
Send us a message and get a shoutout!The 90s dance craze bought us some of the most memorable music of the time. Wedged between over-sized flannel and Raiders Starter jackets, the spandex singlet wearing contingency of 90s lore emerged as a popular genre. Although there weren't many who admitted to enjoying the pulse pounding bass, the operatic and over-the-top choruses replete with the obligatory inexplicable rap interlude, many of us actually enjoyed (maybe not publicly) this unique, o
Sep 2, 2022 • 1:05:26
Best Feel Good Song
Send us a message and get a shoutout!This week on Formidable Opponents nobody is going to "break-a" our strides, for we will build this thing together, standing strong together, nothing's gonna stop us now, (not even an absent guest). This week we're in a great mood as we debate, "Best Feel Good Song." What's not to feel good about? We're thankful for you the listener, the opportunity to joke about our opinions and most importantly, we're thankful
Aug 23, 2022 • 1:00:27
Best Video Game Franchise
Send us a message and get a shoutout!This week on Formidable Opponents, we revisit the video game franchises that have given us and continue to give us some of our most memorable moments. Like a proper sequel, we've learned a lot since our last foray into this topic. We sound better, we know what we're doing (sorta) and we've introduced a new character. Our buddy Danny G. joins us to share his insight and recollections of the franchises we've stayed loyal too and some that
Aug 9, 2022 • 1:29:51
Best Song By An Actor
Send us a message and get a shoutout!On this episode of Formidable Opponents, we explore that next crucial step in an actors career. No, we're not talking about winning the Academy Award. We are talking about those actors that took a leap into faith and decided to pursue a side hustle as singers. Look, they can't all be like Jack Wagner ("All I Need" was a criminally underrated attempt) but that doesn't stop movie stars from believing that they could do just about any
Aug 2, 2022 • 1:12:59
Best Metallica Song
Send us a message and get a shoutout!Metallica is synonymous with many things. Metal, success, screwing up our burned CD compilations after upending Napster (sometimes you just want to follow up “The Unforgiven” with “Purple Rain,” while you eat your feelings). We’ll get into that but more importantly, we’re paying homage to a band that influenced our musical tastes, provided us with countless memories and paved the way for many bands to evolve, thrive and not be categorized by a genre or labe
Jul 20, 2022 • 1:17:35
Nostalgia Round Table II
Send us a message and get a shoutout!Welcome to episode 58, THAT's 58, NOT 57 as wrongly mentioned in the intro (Give us a break, we're all still in vacation mode). Once a year around this time we call truce and in that rare moment, we enjoy each other's company. On this episode, we take a look back at the things that brought us together and extemporaneously share our thoughts and memories on random pop culture topics. No notes (ok, some), no preparation (telling) and no debate
Jul 13, 2022 • 1:04:03
Best Summer Song
Send us a message and get a shoutout!Summer, a time to relax, reflect and of course, there’s no better way to do that than sitting pool side, partaking in your refreshing beverage of choice and listening to your favorite Summer songs. Here at Formidable Opponents, not only would we like to keep all of our collective 29 and a half fingers in tact post 4th of July, we also like to keep the Summer vibes going through the season. Join us as this week we couldn’t argue three songs that are more dif
Jul 5, 2022 • 59:08
Best 2000s Rock Song
Send us a message and get a shoutout!On this episode of Formidable Opponents, we discuss and debate a bygone era of rock that is often overlooked. They say it takes time to appreciate what you once had and maybe enough time hasn't passed to appreciate the zeitgeist of the millennium's first wave of rock that maybe the public has yet to reflectively embrace but divorced dad's in Ultimate Fighting T-shirts and backwards caps everywhere have never forgotten. This week we discuss th
Jun 14, 2022 • 1:24:29
Best 80s Movie Cop
Send us a message and get a shoutout!We've managed, or at least have tried to describe "the era of excess" as best we could throughout our 80s focused episodes. You would think by now, nothing could or would surprise us but the more topics we focus on during the epoch of New Coke and Styrofoam container "Keep the cool side cool, keep the hot side hot" fast food meals keeps us learning new things about the "Me-First" Decade. During the 80s, if you could combi
Jun 7, 2022 • 1:11:34
Best 90s Breakup Song
Send us a message and get a shoutout!There's nothing like a great breakup song to get you through the most difficult of times. They bring us comfort, relief, or, if you're gluttons for punishment like us, they offer you a companion that not only allows you to absorb that heartbreak at a whole other level, but they can also speak for us. Music is wonderful like that, you can't tell your story without a soundtrack and even the most emotionally impactful moments of your life are fo
May 30, 2022 • 1:28:32
Best Movie Opening Scene
Send us a message and get a shoutout!Opening movie scenes have taught us so much. Be careful where you swim, burying a dead body can seem not so sinister, if accompanied by smooth narration and a classic crooner soundtrack and if you don't tip your servers before a bank heist, it may come back to haunt you. A great opening movie scene can tell us everything we need to know about what we are about to embark on as moviegoers. This week on Formidable Opponents, we look at the "tells,&q
May 18, 2022 • 1:15:31
Best 90s Breakup Song
There's nothing like a great breakup song to get you through the most difficult of times. They bring us comfort, relief, or, if you're gluttons for punishment like us, they offer you a companion that not only allows you to absorb that heartbreak at a whole other level, but they can also speak for us. Music is wonderful like that, you can't tell your story without a soundtrack and even the most emotionally impactful moments of your life are forever tied to songs that remind you of loves long (a
May 16, 2022 • 1:29:20
Best TV Mom
Send us a message and get a shoutout!Garden Gnomes...bad idea for a Mother's Day gift, new episode of Formidable Opponents, a great idea for a Mother's Day gift! We waited a whole year to honor the greatest TV Moms in history. To the funny, charming, intelligent, beautiful women who have graced our tv screens and to the ones who have graced our lives, we say, thank you. Moms, thank you for all the times you told us sports were just about having fun, for assuring us we weren't g
May 4, 2022 • 1:23:18
Best 80s Movie Montage
Send us a message and get a shoutout!This week on Formidable Opponents we revisit a simpler time, a time where if you were angry you could just dance or drive or gleefully money launder your troubles away. A time where your problems could be solved in under four minutes, as long as they are accompanied by a synthesizer and intentionally dramatic lyrics. Yes, this week we are putting one foot in front of the other, finding an abandoned warehouse, school library or beach volleyball court, for to
Apr 26, 2022 • 1:08:51
Best Beatles Song
Send us a message and get a shoutout!What better way to celebrate a 50th episode than to celebrate arguable the best band that ever lived? This week Formidable Opponents regale in the splendor that is the music of The Beatles. We give our takes on some of the best all-time classics the band gave us with the style, charm and humor we've provided you on at least 13 or 14 of our previous 49 episodes. Join us this week as we debate "Best Beatles Song."Reach out to us and follow us
Apr 19, 2022 • 1:18:58
Worst Beatles Song
Send us a message and get a shoutout!This week Formidable Opponents kicks off the first in a two part series discussing the most influential band that ever lived. We found that it was better to tear them down before we built them up (just to keep them humble, ya know). As iconic as the Beatles were, it didn't give them immunity from releasing some truly awful songs, every once and a while. With so many classic hits in their catalog, this was not seen as an easy task, but once we listene
Apr 5, 2022 • 1:13:41
Best Nickelback Song
Send us a message and get a shoutout!It's not like us to say "Soory," but in this case, we'll make that exception. We had to do it! After many jokes about the band, we decided to do an episode focused purely on one of the most critically hated rock bands in history. We here at Formidable Opponents took on the difficult task to defend the Nickelback songs that got a bad rap. We are revisiting those singles and giving them their fair shake. Do we like Nickelback any more
Mar 29, 2022 • 1:03:16
Best Movie Posters
Send us a message and get a shoutout!Hey, yo. This week on Formidable Opponents, noted rock radio DJ, memorabilia collector, co-host of Youtube's, "The Rock N Chaz" Show and 3 times Kumite Tournament champion (non brick breaking division), Charlie Corona joins us as we talk about movie posters, and their impact in encompassing the importance, message and feeling of a film. On this episode, we discuss some classic poster artwork, get interrupted by Randall's daughter (he
Mar 22, 2022 • 1:16:51
Best Batman
Send us a message and get a shoutout!With many giving praise to the new Batman film ("The Batman"), Formidable Opponents has decided to take a look back at the history of Batman films -- more specifically, the stars who donned the cape, cowl and rubber nippled armor. We have now witness different cinematic interpretations of this comic book legend spanning five consecutive decades. Together we have rejoiced, celebrated and at times questioned and winced at the attempts of the iter
Mar 8, 2022 • 1:16:32
Worst Cover Song
Send us a message and get a shoutout!Our favorite artists, they are just like us. They screw up. No matter how talented and how big someone may be, no one is exempt from ever making a bad decision. So, what happens when an established talent takes a classic and completely screws it up? That's what we are here to discuss this week on Formidable Opponents. You may not celebrate the fact that we brought these horrible renditions to your attention but we hope you get a laugh out of some of
Mar 1, 2022 • 1:01:23
One Year Anniversary
Send us a message and get a shoutout!We did it, we made it to one year, bypassing our collective predictions by several months. Last year, we jumped on the pandemic podcast train sending out a beacon to those who longed for the days of spandex and subsequently flannel laden music videos, three camera sitcoms where every problem gets solved in 22 minutes (plus commercials), and movies where stout men with ponytails who would break your femur clean in half. It's been a fun first year and h
Feb 22, 2022 • 1:19:37
Best 60s Rock Song
Send us a message and get a shoutout!This week Formidable Opponents takes it back to where it all began. A revolutionary era where rock first took its shape. We are talking about those sonic overtures our ears, minds and souls still benefit from today. 60s rock music was more than popular culture, it was civilization, it was the societal oxygen that inspired movements and shaped our viewpoints. It gave us the voices and noise a generation not only thrived on but craved. Join us as we discus
Feb 9, 2022 • 1:23:48
Best TV Show Opening
Send us a message and get a shoutout!This week, Formidable Opponents is taking you back to a simpler time, a time of peace and joy before the skip intro button was created and knocked humanity down a few pegs. A time where no matter your background, the one thing that bonded is was the weekly rhythmic intro of our favorite television shows. A time where you ran into the house fresh from your street football or four square game just to make it on time to watch Tony Macelli slide home during a w
Feb 1, 2022 • 1:08:34
Best Movie Death Scene
Send us a message and get a shoutout!This week Formidable Opponents discusses the most satisfying, absurd, creative and most badass movie death scenes! Forget about shedding tears on this one, we're looking at those moments of blood shed and chaos; those long forgotten, over the top movie murders that had us sitting at the edge of our seat. So, don't be "dead tired," and be sure to give this episode a listen. Our picks will definitely cause some chest bursting excitement,
Jan 25, 2022 • 1:14:42
Best Opening Song Lyric
Send us a message and get a shoutout!Now that our break is over and we're forcefully responding to each others' texts again, it's good to know that heading into year two, we still have such a fun time and a passion for this. Quick disclaimer: We recorded this at noon on Sunday 1/16. We usually record Sunday night but Joseph felt if the Dallas Cowboys lost their playoff game, he wouldn't be in the mood to record. Luckily, he prepared for the worst (we'll be sure to give
Jan 18, 2022 • 1:11:45
Best Saturday Night Live Holiday Skit
Send us a message and get a shoutout!We talked Christmas movies and music, for this, our final episode of our Christmas trilogy and final episode of the year, Formidable Opponents will be discussing those SNL Holiday skits that gave us the biggest laughs. We not only revisit some classic comedy skits, we also revisit a couple of our earliest episodes, episodes 5 and 6 where we argued which were the best female and male SNL cast members. We also give our non-expert advice on starting a podcast,
Dec 21, 2021 • 1:24:31
Worst Christmas Song
Send us a message and get a shoutout!Christmas Music sets the mood, gets us in the holiday spirit, and of course, nothing brings people together quite like complaining. Christmas music isn't all bad but you have to admit, it can get a bit annoying, especially when you have 59 renditions of "Santa Baby" (all bad) and two of "Daddy, Don't Get Drunk This Christmas" (did we really need an updated version of this, Alan Jackson?) This week, so you wouldn't have to
Dec 14, 2021 • 1:05:28
Best Christmas Movie
Send us a message and get a shoutout!It's Christmas time and who better than to dissect the Holiday movie classics than three guys who grew up spending their Christmases in an insanely warm climate. What we lacked in cold weather, we made up for in refusing to go outside and hunkering down in front of our televisions to watch all the holiday classics. Going outside and catching that brisk gust of wind after a shower could permanently contort our faces, it has to be in the high 60s out to
Dec 7, 2021 • 1:19:51
Bands/Artists That Should Have Had Bigger Careers
Send us a message and get a shoutout!This week on Formidable Opponents, we debate which bands/artist should have had bigger careers by taking into account the following criteria. 1) Does your stomach churn when you're in the car with someone, turn up the volume to a song from an artist you love only to hear the person you're in the car with say, "Who in the hell is this?" 2) Do you refuse to throw away that old, tattered "I saw this band live when they were cool"
Nov 30, 2021 • 1:20:59
Saddest Movie Death
Send us a message and get a shoutout!Sad movie deaths give us the painful opportunity to remember the characters we loved. They are meaningful, thought provoking and often times confusing. They expose us to an experience that hurts us to go through, and even worse -- rewatch to relive. Through these loses, we process grief to sometimes never fully understand why we grew so attached to these individuals. Sometimes our heroes go out on their shield, sometimes they leave us after performing a r
Nov 23, 2021 • 1:14:45
Favorite Movie Soundtracks
Send us a message and get a shoutout!This week on a very special episode of Formidable Opponents, Joseph is found unconscious in an abandoned refrigerator during a deadly game of hide and seek, Bob is under the influence of a sinister cult and Randall is busted trying sell a bootlegged recording of a Doobie Brothers concert (by the Doobies themselves!).Actually, this is a very different, "very special episode" (bike shop owners, you're off the hook...for now). This week we are g
Nov 16, 2021 • 1:32:36
Best Guilty Pleasure Song
Send us a message and get a shoutout!This week we are joined by a special guest and friend to the show, coffee roaster extraordinaire and fellow pop culture enthusiast Jomichael Vasquez (@theamericanbeaner on Instagram) as we debate what is the Best Guilty Pleasure Song. We all have our favorites; our secret shames that we enjoy in the friendly confines of our car, alone, at a reasonable volume, or on our headphones away from anyone that would dare judge us enjoying a (questionable) masterpiec
Nov 9, 2021 • 1:24:27
Best Nostalgic Halloween Movie
Send us a message and get a shoutout!This week on Formidable Opponents, we're talking Best Nostalgic Halloween Movie. We're going back to the simpler times; you know, plastic rubber band masks replete with trash bag texture costumes, orange, harmonica-shaped Wowee Whistles and of course, having to check your Dubble Bubble for drugs and needles (only to find out that truthfully the worst part was losing the flavor after 25 seconds). We're talking about our favorite movies we l
Oct 26, 2021 • 1:09:13
Best Horror Movie
Send us a message and get a shoutout!On this week's episode of Formidable Opponents, we're talking horror movies. The classics that we were first introduced to as impressionable youngsters that perhaps can explain many of our fears, anxieties and compulsions, all influenced by the movies we're talking about on this episode and absolutely nothing to do with the generations and decision makers before us. Sit back, keep your feet tucked firmly under the blankets, your baseball bat
Oct 19, 2021 • 1:26:22
Best 80s Rock Song
Send us a message and get a shoutout!On this week's episode, Formidable Opponents takes on the rock era of excess. The 80s, a decade where image was as important as the music. Thanks to cable television, we were able to put names (and make-up) to faces. Despite being deemed less critical than the decade before it and less socially impactful than the decade after, 80s rock music still provided a much needed outlet for bands that were searching for their identity in Rock. Because of it&ap
Oct 5, 2021 • 1:17:00
Best Movie Athlete
Send us a message and get a shoutout!There's nothing like a great sports movie! The thrill of victory and the agony of a horrible performance. This week Formidable Opponents discusses and debates what makes for a great fictional athlete. Personality, perseverance, fortitude and humanity (of course, a little bit of the absurd helps). Join us as we recognize these spirited performances and pick apart what could have been better, like the armchair quarterbacks we are. This week, we argue
Sep 28, 2021 • 1:09:48
Biggest Movie Betrayal
Send us a message and get a shoutout!On this week's episode of Formidable Opponents, we argue who is the biggest and most despicable turncoat in the history of all cinema. Our answers and arguments are sure to surprise you, make you think and give you a good laugh. This week we invite you to get up from that bed, make sure to set your alarm code and whatever you do, please make some room for that special someone to join you, because this on Formidable Opponents, we debate what is the Bigg
Sep 17, 2021 • 52:38
Best Nirvana Song
Send us a message and get a shoutout!On this week's episode of Formidable Opponents, we continue our series recognizing those artists who influenced and shaped our lives. We'll tell you that not too many come bigger than this band. Nirvana was a voice of a generation. With their distorted guitar riffs, pulsating beats and punk aesthetic, Nirvana ushered in what was to become the popular Seattle "grunge" sound. A sound that defined the early 90s music world and influenced
Sep 9, 2021 • 1:27:03
Best Saved by the Bell Episode
Send us a message and get a shoutout!In this week's episode of "Formidable Opponents," we celebrate back to school and what better way to do that than recapping what we think are the best "Saved by The Bell" Episodes! Despite the cartoonish and outlandish nature of the program (both the one you're about to listen to and the show we're recapping), "Saved by the Bell" will always have a special place in our minds and in our hearts. Join us as this wee
Aug 30, 2021 • 1:21:27
One Hit Wonders Revisited (90s Edition)
Send us a message and get a shoutout!Today we take a step back a decade (Wait, 3 decades??? Really?!) to the 90s. A simpler time where a pastiche of hits from any and all genres blitzed the air waves and the cacophony of eclectic beats cleansed our musical palates (So long as that damn CD didn't skip). We are focusing on 90s One Hit Wonders and even though many of these songs have been relegated to bad karaoke performances and steering wheel tapping sing-alongs in our car...alone, volume
Aug 16, 2021 • 1:16:22
Best "Rocky" Opponent
Send us a message and get a shoutout!Never in the history of cinema has one man had to endure so much from so many. Rocky Balboa is perhaps the most polarizing fictional athlete to ever have his story unfold in a series of movies (Rick "Wild Thing" Vaughn notwithstanding) and with that story came a cavalcade of antagonists, all gunning for a man who was much too kind and traumatized to ever get the TRUE win he so richly deserved. We couldn't find shorts short enough to challeng
Aug 9, 2021 • 1:13:22
Best ZZ Top Song
Send us a message and get a shoutout!On this episode we pay homage to a band that has meant a lot to us and who has influenced generations of musicians. Last week it was announced Dusty Hill of ZZ Top passed away, his talents and artistry will live on and inspire musicians of all backgrounds. ZZ Top will also continue to bring together fans of rock, blues, and beyond. ZZ Top is a band with an undeniable signature sound, known for their crafty lyrics, heart pounding live performances and of co
Aug 2, 2021 • 1:01:22
