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What’s In The Cup Cantina

Welcome to "What's In The Cup Cantina," your go-to space for all things Star Wars, life, and nerd culture! Join us as we dive deep into the galaxy far, far away as well as the ones near by. Each week we talk, and sometimes debate, news and topics while also keeping tabs on other nerdy entertainment. So, pull up a seat, grab a beverage, and make yourself at home here at the "What's In The Cup Cantina".

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  1. 53

    Episode 53 - Truth, Justice, and a Chance of Hail

    This week we brave the storm — literally. While dodging a potential tornado, we dive into the galaxy far, far away with the latest Star Wars movie projects. We also talk Superman movie comparisons, and whether or not Jo back tracks his previous thoughts on Man of Steel.

  2. 52

    Episode 52 – Let the Past Die… or Retcon It

    James Gunn just rewrote the ending of Peacemaker season one, and it got us thinking—what if Lucasfilm had the guts to do the same with Star Wars? In this episode, we dive into bold (and ridiculous) retcon ideas across the sequels, prequels, and beyond. All while on lunch break in my truck.

  3. 51

    Episode 51 - Stank Force Ones

    This week, we're joined by Darius Hughes, the one and only King of the Slow Clap. Find out what happens when you mix 20 years of ministry, Vegas, stinky shoes, and a sound guy who can't read a room!

  4. 50

    Episode 50 - Cue the Laugh Tracks

    Today, Jo and Dr J catch up since both seeing Fantastic 4. Also the boys solve the Lucasfilm by introducing Star Wars sitcoms???

  5. 49

    Episode 49 - Feeling Fantastic? w/Cole Burks

    This week we dive into Fantastic Four predictions, discuss the potential future of the MCU, as ask the big question-can Marvel still cook?

  6. 48

    Episode 48 - The Roast Awakens w/Cole Burks

    Nobody is safe in this weeks episode, especially Jo!

  7. 47

    Episode 47 - Unhealthy Speculation w/ Cole Burks

    This week, the boys talk superman and Ironheart with Pastor Cole!

  8. 46

    Episode 46 - We're Not Worthy!

    This week, the boys talk Superman, Thors Hammer, and online shenanigans.

  9. 45

    Episode 45 - Game Night

    Tonight, the boys play some Nerds Against Humanity

  10. 44

    Episode 44 - The Return!

    Today, the boys are all back!

  11. 43

    Episode 43 - For Mom, Val, and the Rebellion w/ Cole Burks

    After a brief hiatus, the boys are back in the cantina. Today, we're talking Star Wars and catching up.

  12. 42

    Episode 42 - Devil Talk w/ Cole Burks

    Today, Pastor Cole Burks sits in with the boys talking Easter prep and Daredevil Rebirth

  13. 41

    Episode 41 - Live Mas

    Welcome to season 2!

  14. 40

    Episode 40 - MCU Rebirth

    Today, Jo and Dr J talk Daredevil, Lucasfilm leadership changes, and MCU trivia.

  15. 39

    Episode 39 - The Thumb People Origins

    Today, the boys are all together through the magic of technology and they're talking Cap, Thumb People, chickens, and more.

  16. 38

    Episode 38 - Captain America Pre-Game

    Today, the boys talk the SB Halftime Show aftermath, Kang Rumors, and pre-game for the upcoming Captain America movie.

  17. 37

    Episode 37 - Rumors, Conspiracies, and Captain America

    Today, Dr J and Jo talk Anthony Mackie's comments, conspiracy theories, and nerdy rumors.

  18. 36

    Episode 36 - Horses In The Back

    Today, the boys catch up and talk a little bit of everything in the Cantina

  19. 35

    Episode 35 - TV, Movies, and Back Boobs

    Today, Dr J returns and we forecast 2025!

  20. 34

    Episode 34 - Resolution or Want?

    Today, we are talking our new years resolutions and wants

  21. 33

    Episode 33 - Merry Cantina Christmas

    Merry Christmas from the Cantina! Today, we talk Skeleton Crew and the Superman Trailer.

  22. 32

    Episode 32 - Resisting Empire w/ Pastor Cole Burks

    Happy Thanksgiving everybody! Today we are joined by Pastor Cole Burks while we talk about how we take on the ideology of "The Empire", and how we can resist it.

  23. 31

    Episode 31 - The High Ground

    Jo talks Election Day feels and wisdom from his wife. All with a little Star Wars spin.

  24. 30

    Episode 30 - Ghost Stories in a Space Cantina

    Today, the boys are telling scary stories!

  25. 29

    Episode 29 - "What If?" Star Wars Edition

    Today, the boys discuss YOUR "what if?" scenarios!

  26. 28

    Episode 28 - Space Chicks!

    Today, Jo and Brando test out new tech in the cantina while hanging out with baby chickens

  27. 27

    Episode 27 - More Money, Less Story

    Today, the boys talk about the budget news surrounding Star Wars Acolyte and why money couldn't buy them a good story.

  28. 26

    Episode 26 - Agatha Outshines Star Wars Witches

    The boys are back talking nerdy topics from the week, including Agatha, Penguin and Rings of Power.

  29. 25

    Episode 25 - Story Time and Nerdy Talk

    Today, the boys break down a couple internet videos, have story time, and have a little Nerdy Talk!

  30. 24

    Episode 24 - "What's a Hybrid?!"

    Today, Dr J and Jo talk Werewolves, Yellow Jackets, Star Wars fan drama, and the great James Earl Jones.

  31. 23

    Episode 23 - High Five People In Movie Theaters

    Today, Jo and Brando talk movie theater etiquette and other randomness.

  32. 22

    Episode 22 - Half Man, Half Goat with David Thurman

    Today, we got the whole band back together and we brought a special guest to talk about some of the announcements at D23.

  33. 21

    Episdode 21 - Podcasting Through the Flood

    Jo and Dr J talk church trauma and RDJ.

  34. 20

    Episode 20 - Daemon is Trying to Steal My Wife

    Dr. J and Jo talk House of The Dragon, Deadpool, and all the good stuff from the show-that-was-not from last week.

  35. 19

    Episode 19 - WWE Has Better Writers Than Lucasfilm

    Today, the boys talk NCAA football, Deadpool, and compare WWE writing to Lucasfilm.

  36. 18

    Episode 18 - "Guilty Sparkles" is My Stripper Name

    Today, the boys are here and they bring a cluster of chaos for this episode.

  37. 17

    Episode 17 - We Hope Brando is OK

    Today, Jo and Dr J take turns answering questions. But the main question everybody is asking is "where is Brando?".

  38. 16

    Episode 16 - 1-900-Nerdy Talk: Dragons, Sausage, and Space Witches, Oh My!

    Today, the boys are all back! With the crew all here, they decided to have an impromptu Nerdy Talk episode to get some venting out of the way.

  39. 15

    Episode 15 - 1-900-Nerdy Talk: Lucasfilm and Sony Try to Win Us Back....Again

    Today, Jo and Brando talk Venom and Acolyte first impressions.

  40. 14

    Episode 14 - Beyond the Pulpit with Cole Burks

    Today, Pastor Cole Burks joins Jo and they talk some key factors of being a pastor in today's church.

  41. 13

    Episode 13 - Real Men Cry At Baseball Games

    Today, Jo is solo and answers some of your questions.

  42. 12

    Episode 12 - Boots N Cats

    Today, the boys are back in studio with beat box skills and Reddit stories!

  43. 11

    Episode 11 - 1-900-Nerdy Talk Returns!

    Today, the boys bring back 1-900-Nerdy Talk to talk all things dirty and nerdy from the month of April.

  44. 10

    Episode 10 - The Show Before the After Show

    Today, Jo interviews Dr J and they talk all things music.

  45. 9

    Episode 9 - Check Check There It Is with Emily and Wes Black

    Today, we have a full studio as the boys welcome our good friends, Emily and Wes from the podcast, Check Check There It Is. We talk the origins of their show and we hit them some Bacca Cup questions. #newepisode #foryou #podcast #YouTube #fyp #foryoupage #whatsinthecuppod #checkcheckthereitispod #marriage #relationship #ministry #nerd

  46. 8

    Episode 8 - The Dental Plan is "Fire" with Ethan Patruno

    Host of Crime Brought To Light, Ethan Patruno, returns to talk about what's new with Gyspy Rose Blanchard. And as usual, the boys struggle to remain professional.

  47. 7

    Episode 7 - Sneeze Etiquette, Pimp Juice, and Texas Holdem

    The boys are back......kinda! This episode goes off the rails with vast array of topics.

  48. 6

    Episode 6 - Fixing Easter with Pastor Cole Burks

    Today, Jo is joined by friend of the show, Pastor Cole Burks. They talk all things Easter and even do a little March Madness bracket with Easter Candy.

  49. 5

    Episode 5 - My Wife Hates Dune

    Today, Jo and Brando talk Dune, Star Wars, and Trump Speeches

  50. 4

    Episode 4 - The Question Game with Katie Rains

    Today, we finally talk Jo's wife, Katie, into joining the podcast for the first time! We talk family, The Office, being a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, and her MCU journey.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Welcome to "What's In The Cup Cantina," your go-to space for all things Star Wars, life, and nerd culture! Join us as we dive deep into the galaxy far, far away as well as the ones near by. Each week we talk, and sometimes debate, news and topics while also keeping tabs on other nerdy entertainment. So, pull up a seat, grab a beverage, and make yourself at home here at the "What's In The Cup Cantina".

HOSTED BY

Brandon McAlpine, Jordan Rains, and Jantson Hundley

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