Jonathan and James ditch the usual lists and build a three-band alignment chart: which Beatles tracks feel most Beatles, Blur, or Talking Heads—and vice versa. Expect spicy picks (from “A Day in the Life” to “Once in a Lifetime”), friendly slander, and a tour of deep cuts like “Strange News from Another Star.” Video version on Patreon for the visuals.
In this episode, Jonathan and Cody discuss the recent loss of the Kansas City Chiefs against the Chargers, reflecting on the implications of the defeat and analyzing key moments from the game. They explore the psychological aspects of fandom, coping mechanisms, and the impact of injuries on team performance. Looking ahead, they emphasize the importance of the upcoming game against the Eagles and the need for the Chiefs to bounce back. The conversation highlights the complexities of sports fandom, including the influence of refereeing decisions and the challenges of maintaining a winning streak.
In this episode, Cody and I get into all the hype (and anxiety) heading into the season—what the Chiefs did in the offseason, how we think this year plays out, and which player moves actually matter. We talk through the Micah Parsons trade and how it could shift things, what the Chiefs' offense might look like early, and who’s most likely to break out. Plus, we call out the inevitable overreactions from fans and analysts once the Chiefs face some real competition.
00:00
Football Season Kickoff
02:59
Micah Parsons Trade Analysis
06:13
Chiefs Season Predictions
08:54
Chiefs vs. Eagles: A Super Bowl Rematch
12:10
Analyzing the Chiefs' Schedule
17:18
Divisional Rivalries and Predictions
30:06
Analyzing Upcoming Matchups
32:38
Evaluating Team Performance and Predictions
35:24
Quarterback Depth and Backup Performance
35:43
Offensive Strategy: Death Star Mode vs. Prove It Tour
38:52
Kelsey’s Performance and Expectations
43:47
Emerging Receivers and Offensive Dynamics
54:07
September Overreactions and Predictions
Chapters
00:31 The Return of King of the Hill
03:10 Hank and Peggy's Adjustment to Life in America
06:33 Bobby's New Life and Continuity Issues
12:08 Bobby's Character Development
14:48 Bill's Wellness Check and Episode Two Overview
19:26 Father-Son Dynamics in Relationships
22:05 Genetics vs. Nurture: The Influence of Parents
24:07 The Role of Competition in Family
26:36 Cultural Appropriation and Identity
29:30 Bobby's Restaurant and Tradition vs. Innovation
33:04 Truth and Reality in Modern Society
36:17 Nostalgia and Character Development
Cody and I do a overall breakdown of why KOTH is so important culturally and then talk about why this revival worked where so many other failed.
00:00:00 Welcome & catching‑up
00:01:52 Show premise – when bands peak & crash
00:02:46 Weezer 101 & ’90s nerd pride
00:04:26 Jonathan’s Weezer‑tattoo origin story
00:07:00 “They made uncool feel cool”
00:10:55 Setting up the peak‑songs face‑off
00:11:00 Peak #1 – “My Name Is Jonas”
00:14:00 Peak #2 – “Only in Dreams”
00:18:10 Peak #3 – “Across the Sea”
00:19:35 Matt’s turn – peak picks intro
00:20:14 Peak #4 – “Buddy Holly”
00:22:53 Peak #5 – “The Good Life”
00:24:57 Peak #6 – “Say It Ain’t So”
00:29:44 Wrapping the peak era
00:30:00 Spreadsheet songwriting era
00:31:26 Hype returns – The Green Album
00:33:36 Formula problem – “Photograph” solo rant
00:36:27 Fall‑off #1 – “Dope Nose”
00:40:56 Fall‑off #2 – “Beverly Hills”
00:44:21 Fall‑off #3 – “Africa” (cover)
00:48:28 Do all bands eventually decline?
00:50:12 Artists who kept it together
00:51:09 Outro – keep your complaints to yourself
Time Chapter
00:00 Puberty in Reverse: my squeaky intro & low-T infomercial riff
02:15 Tin-Foil Router Madness: Cody explains why it kills Wi-Fi (and maybe COVID?)
04:40 Don’t Dome the Chiefs: I threaten to riot if Arrowhead gets a roof
07:30 The Whitest Netflix Doc: Burrow, Cousins, Goff, and the “Mid QB Cycle”
09:05 King of the Hill Trailer Breakdown—Boomhauer’s sun damage, Bill’s shut-in era, Peggy’s “vay-gen” moment, Dale from the ceiling, and Hank saying “nepo baby”
28:30 Cody’s Scam-Proof Support Plan (aka “Protect Your Folks, Save Your Laptop”)
34:10 Does Joseph Know? Redcorn theories, Dale denial, and Chane’s glow-down
36:45 Wrap-up & my promise to spoil the premiere while Cody’s at Sturgis
00:00 – Jonathan’s Lazy Introduction
Jonathan explains why this episode is technically still daily content—because editing is a pain and Cody Akins is a godsend.
01:35 – The Boston Accent Strikes Again
Ayla tries (and fails) a Boston accent, which Jonathan says sounds more like JLo from Queens.
04:41 – Southern Charm vs. New England Brash
Ayla shares stories about her Southern coworker and how Boston people “just keep talking.” Jonathan tries to paddle back from calling her pushy.
08:26 – “Are You Jonathan Weir?” (Uh-oh.)
Jonathan recalls getting recognized in a Walmart... by someone he blocked from the text line six years ago. Spoiler: It wasn’t a friendly reunion.
09:13 – The Popeyes Meltdown
Jonathan and Ayla analyze a viral video of a man screaming at a Popeyes employee for complimenting his wife. Is it gallant, unhinged, or both?
20:21 – “I Put an Extra Breast in There for You”
The hypothetical woman-flirting-with-your-husband scenario spirals out of control—with chicken-based innuendo and all.
25:36 – Dog Contraception Is Just Food
An unhinged but deeply logical conclusion: dogs would abandon mating for fried chicken. The future of pet birth control?
31:49 – Santa Fe Paid Someone Off
Ayla and Jonathan are baffled by Santa Fe being ranked the top city in the U.S. and dive into conspiracy mode about the travel industry.
33:49 – The Great Bath Controversy
Jonathan explains why he didn’t shower before work: Finn was taking a bath, and he didn’t want to ask Katie to stop it... so he powdered his head instead.
39:05 – Talcum Trauma and Butt Powder
Ayla mishears “baby powder” and things take a very weird turn involving boofing, colon cancer, and Supreme Court confirmation hearings.
41:19 – The Worst Ways to Die
Ayla says falling off a cliff is the worst way to go. Jonathan one-ups her with “scaphism,” which is somehow worse than it sounds.
44:44 – Why We Don’t Torture Anymore (Mostly)
They wrap up with a weirdly thoughtful reflection on how public executions were once family entertainment. You know, light stuff.
46:26 – Main Character Syndrome and Scratch-Offs
Ayla compares Squid Game to real life. Jonathan admits he wouldn’t even play—because he knows he’d die in round one.
Jonathan explores a variety of topics ranging from random facts about the NBA and John Lennon to humorous anecdotes about animal encounters and personal updates. The show culminates in a one-sided debate on whether cereal qualifies as soup.
00:00
Introduction to the Jonologue
03:07
Random Facts and Trivia
05:57
People Having a Worse Day Than You
18:19
Solitaire: Would You Rather?
00:00
Introduction and Personal Updates
03:08
Marriage and Relationships
06:01
Nostalgia and Its Impact
08:57
Social Media and Complaining Culture
12:11
Business Reviews and Customer Expectations
14:59
Sports Talk: NFL Predictions
24:32
Chiefs' Super Bowl Prospects
30:17
Mental Fortitude in Football
37:37
Social Media Dynamics
46:17
Comedy and Social Media Influence
We talk about the looming threat of Ai. We talk about how no one actually wears nude underwear (especially Chris Pratt). We talk about Terminator and lazy computers
In this episode, Jonathan Wier is joined by James and Cody for a hilarious and increasingly unhinged exploration of King of the Hill fan theories. It starts off sane but quickly descends into beautiful madness—what they call the King of the Hill conspiracy iceberg.
The crew tackles questions like:
Why did Luanne give up auto repair? (Possible diagnosis: drain damage.)
Did Peggy suffer brain damage after a skydiving mishap?
Did Cotton Hill fake his death and flee to Japan?
Why does Bobby own a Bart Simpson doll if The Simpsons is just a TV show in that universe?
And is Dale exterminating bugs as a lifelong vendetta against his dad?
Along the way, they spiral into tangents about Rocky villains, microwave-sized shoes, the myth of Peggy’s size 16.5 feet, and a serious debate over who’s hotter on Modern Family.
If you love King of the Hill, weird fan theories, and grown men bonding over animated sitcoms, this episode is pure comfort food with a propane aftertaste.