This week on The Mount Rushmore Show, we’re firing up the grill and diving into the Mount Rushmore of Cookout Foods — just in time for the 4th of July and the return of The Bear Season 4. We break down how the cookout became the American summer tradition it is today, from its post-WWII suburban roots to modern-day backyard feasts.

Then, we reveal our picks for the top four iconic cookout foods. Some traditional, some unique, and some regional only.

We talk tradition, flavor, regional flair, and why some dishes earn a permanent seat at the picnic table.

Whether you’re a grill master or just here for the sides, you’ll want to tune in. Just don’t show up with store-bought potato salad… we’re judging.

Let us know who had the best mount rushmore and the 4 heads you are carving on your plate.

With the release of the highly anticipated F1 movie and a candid new interview that shows Brad Pitt at ease with life and legacy, we’re taking a moment to celebrate one of Hollywood’s most versatile and enduring stars. From charming leads to offbeat character roles to serious dramatic turns, Brad Pitt has done it all—and done it his way.

In this episode, we kick things off with why Brad Pitt, why now, touching on his personal passion for racing, his recent media appearances, and how America’s growing obsession with Formula 1 makes this the perfect cultural moment. Then, we dive into what makes Pitt’s movie stardom unique—he’s part Tom Cruise, part Daniel Day-Lewis, and fully himself.

We break down each role, the legacy of the film, and where Pitt was in his career at the time. Finally, we close with admiration for a man who seems to be aging like a fine Napa Valley red—still compelling, still ambitious, and still one of the greatest movie stars of our time.

Tune in and let us know which Pitt performance makes your Mount Rushmore.

📅 Episode Description:

With the Indiana Pacers defying the odds and forcing a Game 7 against the powerhouse Oklahoma City Thunder, this week’s episode dives into the greatest NBA Finals upsets of all time. From the gritty 2004 Pistons to Dirk’s revenge tour in 2011, we break down how these underdog teams shocked the world—and what it would take for the Pacers to join their ranks.

We start with the significance of Indiana’s improbable run, why fans are drawn to upsets in a superteam era, and then carve out our Mount Rushmore of NBA Finals upsets

Plus: What the Pacers must do to finish the job and why underdogs will always have a place in our basketball hearts.

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