This week, Fred and Tom shake it off and start with a blank space while they vibe out to the songs and stylings of 14-time Grammy winner, Taylor Swift.

They welcome in comedian Betsy Katschke ("SwiftProv") to help lay out the history of every album, era, relationship, and more surrounding the best-selling artist.

So strap on your friendship bracelets and throw on your sweaters, cause we're about to enter the Tortured Poets Department...

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Opening theme written and performed by Nick Spitza.

Ending theme written and performed by Mike Schwantz.

This week, Fred and Tom 'dip' again into extended franchise territory by talking all about the foods you dip other foods into, or more commonly referred to as "dips".

Returning to the show is comedian Pedro Hernandez ("The Sherlock Files") to discuss the history and highlights of dips, dipping sauces, and other fun foods!

Go ahead and dunk yourself into this week's episode!

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Opening theme written and performed by Nick Spitza.

Ending theme written and performed by Mike Schwantz.

James Bond is back!

...on Show Me the Franchise, that is. Fred and Tom finish the mission they started in last episode to talk about the entirety of Sean Connery's run as James Bond.

In the final part of this two-part episode, Tony Tenaglia ("Stein Improv") returns to discuss the history and highlights from the final three Connery Bond films: "Thunderball", "You Only Live Twice", and "Diamonds Are Forever".

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Opening theme written and performed by Nick Spitza.

Ending theme written and performed by Mike Schwantz.

The name is Franchise. Show me the Franchise.

Fred and Tom hop into their Aston Martin and gear up to talk about Sean Connery's run as James Bond.

In their first ever two-part episode, they welcome in comedian Tony Tenaglia ("Stein Improv") to discuss the history and highlights from the first three of Connery's Bond films: "Dr. No", "From Russia with Love", and "Goldfinger".

Your mission: Mix yourself up a vodka martini – shaken, not stirred – and settle in for an unforgettable episode!

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Opening theme written and performed by Nick Spitza.

Ending theme written and performed by Mike Schwantz.

And the award goes to....

Fred and Tom once again get dressed up to celebrate the award season by talking about the best movies of 2024.

Together they discuss which movies and performances they loved overall from the year, as well as which of the Oscar nominees they think should win, and predict who they think will win it all.

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Opening theme written and performed by Nick Spitza.

Ending theme written and performed by Mike Schwantz.

This week, Fred and Tom return to the Batcave to discuss Rocksteady Studios' critically acclaimed Batman: Arkham video game series,

Together they discuss the history, highlights, and what could have been from the three main titles: Arkham Asylum, Arkham City, and Arkham Origins. So throw on your cowl and tune in today: Same Bat-time, same Bat-channel!

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Opening theme written and performed by Nick Spitza.

Ending theme written and performed by Mike Schwantz.

This week, Fred and Tom share some interesting nuggets about the topic of discussion for the week: Chicken nuggets.

In their fourth annual blind-taste tournament, they search for the best chicken nuggets from five different fast food chains: Chick-fil-A, McDonald's, Burger King, KFC, and Wendy's.

To help them debate "what is a chicken nugget" and decide the ultimate victor, they welcome back comedians Jasmine Gonzalez and Joe Francisco to rank all of their favorite nuggets from each these popular restaurant franchises.

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Opening theme written and performed by Nick Spitza.

Ending theme written and performed by Mike Schwantz.

This week, Fred and Tom crack a cold one (of soda, that is) to discuss the sweet-yet-carbonated topic of Coca-Cola products.

Together they discuss all the different types of Coke, other beverage brands that Coke owns, the Cola Wars, and so much more. So tune in, open up a can of your favorite soft drink, and learn why Coca-Cola is "the real thing"!

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Opening theme written and performed by Nick Spitza.

Ending theme written and performed by Mike Schwantz.