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EPISODE · Feb 19, 2026 · 23 MIN

Breaking Bad Bunny's Controversial Halftime Show Down [at the Event We Can't Legally Mention]

from Beer Thursday · host Jay Ray, Shayne Seymour

What did you think of Bad Bunny's halftime performance in that game that wasn't played in a bowl and wasn't all that super? There was no slowdown to the showdown between the Bad Bunny lovers and haters.Your super hosts didn't fall for the hype until there was hype to be fallen for. Today, we bowl through the controversy and reveal what's really important: Our thoughts on the extravaganza!Then we shoehorn Breaking Bad into the title of this round!Round 303!Love what you're hearing on Beer Thursday? Show your support on our Beer Thursday Patreon page! Your contributions help us keep the beer flowing and the stories coming.At the $10 level, the next 18 Great Human Beings will get access to the Beer Thursday Facebook group.~~~~~~~We'd love to hear what you think and see Jay's brilliant beertography at @BeerThursdayShow on Instagram! Your feedback is not just appreciated, it's integral to our growth. Join the conversation, share your thoughts, and be a part of our growing community! Your voice matters to us, and we value your contributions to our discussions.~~~~~~~Never miss an episode, and help us take you to the top by subscribing and leaving a 5-star review on your favorite podcasting app.Here's what our house elf, Artie (not Archie), says about this round: This week on Beer Thursday, Shayne and Jay hop straight into the most “controversial” Super Bowl halftime show since… well, since the last time people got mad about something they didn’t understand. That’s right — we’re talking Bad Bunny, the Puerto Rican superstar who brought dancing bushes, Mickey Mouse gloves, and a whole lot of Spanish to America’s favorite football‑and‑pharmaceutical‑commercial event.Was the outrage real?Was it fake?Was it just people yelling at clouds again?Was it all worth it in the end? Your fearless purveyors of truth, justice, and the American way break down the performance, the politics, the poking‑the‑bear moments, and why Kid Rock is the last person who should headline anything involving the word “family.”Along the way, they cover:Why Bad Bunny's climbing a telephone pole actually meant somethingWhy Prince still holds the halftime crown foreverAnd why Shayne keeps calling him Big Bunny (senior moment? Guinness moment? both?)Plus: a toast to all bunnies — Bugs, Big, Bad, and Easter.Grab a cold one and hop in.00:00 – The Bunny Begins Shayne and Jay dive into the Bad Bunny halftime controversy and why people were mad before the show even started.01:00 – Fake Outrage & Real Opinions The guys unpack the political noise, the “he’s not American” nonsense, and the art of being mad online.03:00 – The NFL Wants the World: Why the league wants global fans — and why Bad Bunny was the obvious choice.05:00 – Bunny Lore & Fun Facts Shayne shares Bad Bunny trivia: SoundCloud beginnings, church choir days, and F1 shoutouts.10:00 – The Halftime Show Review From Mickey Mouse gloves to dancing bushes, the guys break down the performance.13:00 – Symbolism & Power Lines: Why Bad Bunny's climbing a telephone pole was more than a stunt.15:00 – Surprise Guests & Real Weddings Lady Gaga, Ricky Martin, and a couple who actually got married on the field.17:00 – America, the Americas, and the Argument A surprisingly thoughtful moment about identity, geography, and why everyone argues too much.19:00 – Kid Rock and The Other Show Jay’s story about the worst opening act ever and why the “alternative halftime show” was… something.21:00 – Lyrics, Lines & Limits The guys talk about the “offensive” lyrics and why the outrage feels selective.22:00 – Final Thoughts & Final Sips: A toast to bunnies everywhere and a reminder to join the Beer Thursday Patreon.~~~~~~~Disclosure: I don't really have a house elf. Aritie is AI. Get it? Aritie-ficial Intelligence!

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