The hosts of Show Me the Franchise podcast with guest Vince Figueroa
This week, we’re vibing like Charlie Bucket as we make a visit to The Chocolate Factory!
(Only this one has no Oompa Loompas…)
We welcome back comedian Vince Figueroa to talk all about the unique sandwich/ice cream shop chain in southeast Wisconsin.
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The hosts of “Show Me the Franchise” podcast, Fred Dakin and Tom Stadler, standing with guest Mike Kauth.
On this week’s episode, we look back at the journeys of Ernest P. Worrell as he goes to camp, jail, gets scared stupid — and so much more!
We welcome in Mike Kauth to talk all things Ernest, and help pay tribute to the late, great Jim Varney.
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A slice of pan pizza being removed from a cast iron skillet.
Promotional pizza box for Papa John’s pan pizza.
It’s a pizza party on this week’s newest Patreon episode!
The boys talk about pan pizza, and taste the limited time menu item from Papa John’s.
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Yeah, so this is a special one.
It’s been such a ride getting here and I’m excited to share this one - quite the moment when a hobby becomes a notable life event!
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The hosts of Show Me the Franchise podcast, Tom Stadler and Fred Dakin, signaling the number “100” with their hands
IT’S OUR 100TH EPISODE!
This week, we look back at the long journey that led us to this amazing milestone. Plus, a look at what’s to come, and a couple very special announcements 👀
You won’t want to miss this one, so tune in now! linktr.ee/showmethefra...
Michael B. Jordan playing twins in the movie “Sinners”
Leonardo DiCaprio and Benicio Del Toro in the movie “One Battle After Another”
Rumi, Mira, and Zoey from the band Huntrix in the movie “KPop Demon Hunters”
Vahid Mobasseri, Mariam Afshari, Hadis Pakbaten, Majid Panahi, Mohammad Ali Elyasmehr in the movie “It Was Just An Accident”
In our fifth annual best movies of the year episode, Fred and Tom take a look back at the best movies of the past year!
They pick their favorite films from the Oscar nom pool for 2025, and also highlight those who should have been in the running.
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Fred and Tom sitting together inside a restaurant in New Orleans.
On this week’s Patreon, Fred and Tom plan their dream Mardi Gras party and reminisce on their previous travels as they discuss their New Orleans style cuisine favorites!
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Still shot from “Andor” of Diego Luna as Andor and Genevieve O'Reilly as Mon Mothma
Still shot from “Pluribus” of Rhea Seehorn as Carol Sturka holding a phone
Still shot from “IT: Welcome to Derry” of Bill Skarsgård as Pennywise the Clown
Stephen Graham at the Golden Globes accepting an award for the show “Adolescence”
It’s that time of year again! And for the first time on the main feed, we’re discussing the best TV shows that we watched in 2025.
Find out which shows and performances made our lists!
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Promo image showing a recording of the new Patreon episode of “Show Me the Franchise”
It’s the first Patreon episode of 2026!
Fred and Tom draft their favorite Oscar years of all time, and it’s a tight competition to see who will snag all their top choices!
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Actor and director, Rob Reiner
On today’s episode, we paid tribute to the late, great filmmaker, Rob Reiner. From “Stand By Me” to “The Princess Bride” discuss all of his most memorable films and the wonderful legacy they leave behind.
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Hosts of Show Me the Franchise podcast with guests Joe Francisco and Jasmine Gonzalez
In our first episode of the new year, we welcome back Jasmine Gonzalez and Joe Francisco in our 5th annual food tournament!
This year, we decided who has the best fast food cheeseburger from McDonald’s, Hardee’s, Culver’s, Wendy’s, Burger King.
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Hosts of Show Me the Franchise podcast with guest Rachel Glassford
Ho ho ho! We can’t wait for this ep to sink its “Claus” into you…Sorry, we meant sink its “CLAUSE” into you, because this week we welcomed in comedian Rachel Glassford to help us discuss all things about “The Santa Clause” franchise (the one with Tim Allen).
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Hosts of “Show Me the Franchise” podcast wearing holiday themed attire.
Happy Holidays! On the latest Patreon, we celebrate the season by picking our favorite holiday songs.
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This one was meta as a hell, but @freddakin.bsky.social and I had a blast sitting down with @rachelbernhard.bsky.social to talk all things Doughboys.
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Hosts of Show Me the Franchise podcast standing with guest, Rachel Seis
Rachel Seis standing with Doughboys podcast hosts, Nick Wiger and Mike Mitchell
Fred Dakin standing with Doughboys podcast host, Nick Wiger
Wow, it’s Doughboys week on the latest episode of the podcast!
We’re joined by local journalist, Rachel Seis, to discuss…well, another podcast about franchises! (Specifically, chain restaurants)
You’ll really want to sink your teeth into this one, so listen now: linktr.ee/showmethefra...
Fred and Tom wearing sweaters and holding a bag of stuffing mix.
Happy Thanksgiving all you gobbleheads!
And speaking of ‘gobbles’, Fred and Tom have something special for you to feast your ears on today: The first annual Golden Gobble Awards!
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Hosts of “Show Me the Franchise” podcast with guest, Erin Frank.
Julia Roberts and Ayo Edebiri discussing their favorite city from Real Housewives.
Ayo Edebiri proclaiming love for Real Housewives of Salt Lake City.
This week things get *real* on the podcast as we discuss the many franchises of the Real Housewives reality TV series.
We’re joined by super fan Erin Frank to help highlight every dramatic throw down as we stop by Beverly Hills, Salt Lake City, and many more.
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Hosts of “Show Me the Franchise” podcast with guests Shannon and Jay Joslyn
Guests Shannon and Jay Joslyn dressed up as Buffy Summers and a stake.
Guests Shannon Joslyn dressed up as Buffy Summers holding Jay Joslyn dressed up as a stake.
Scene from “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” where Buffy and Spike having an exchange about why he’s outside her house.
Slay queen! This week, we really raise the ‘stakes’ as we into the popular TV series, Buffy the Vampire Slayer.
We’re joined by Shannon and Jay Joslyn to help us really sink our fangs into what made the show great while also looking ahead to future reboot.
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Hosts of Show Me the Franchise podcast with guest, Jon Waldbauer, who is holding a bottle of Chucky-themed Fanta soda
A hand holding a bottle of Chucky-themed Fanta soda
Wanna play? Well, you’ll definitely want to make sure you hit “play” on this week’s episode where we welcome back comedian Jon Waldbauer to discuss the doll with a killer instinct: Chucky!
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Movie poster for “Creepshow”
Ready for the spooky season? Creep on over to check out our latest Patreon episode on the Creepshow franchise.
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Hosts of Show Me the Franchise podcast holding Miller High Life cans with guest, Tyler Maas.
This week, we crack a couple cold ones with Tyler Maas of the @milwaukeerecord.bsky.social while we discuss what is perhaps Milwaukee’s greatest legacy: Domestic beers.
So, enjoy a cool refreshment of your choicce and listen now:
Hosts of Show Me the Franchise podcast holding Miller High Life cans with guest, Tyler Maas.
This week, we crack a couple cold ones with Tyler Maas of the @milwaukeerecord.bsky.social while we discuss what is perhaps Milwaukee’s greatest legacy: Domestic beers.
So, enjoy a cool refreshment of your choicce and listen now:
Hosts of “Show me the Franchise” podcast with special guest Kyle Pacynski
Fred Dakin standing with a cup next to a life size statue of Barney Gumble holding a mug of beer
Original animation of The Simpsons family
This week, we put the “spring” in Springfield as we discuss that notorious animated family: The Simpsons!
Kyle Pacynski stops in the studio to help us dive deep into all the best moments, media tie-in’s, and more from the record-breaking TV series.
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Homemade “Ecto cooler” in a Juicy Juice bottle next to two cans of Eagle Park Brewing’s “Spekto Cooler” and “Rocket Cooler”
Variations of actual Hi-C Ecto Cooler in both juice boxes and cans.
Fall is in the air! And what better way to celebrate than enjoying a new Patreon episode about another crisp, cool classic: Ecto Cooler!
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The hosts of Show Me the Franchise podcast, Fred Dakin and Tom Stadler
The hosts of Show Me the Franchise podcast, Fred Dakin and Tom Stadler, each holding a pizza
Actors of Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello, Raphael, and April O’Neil from 1990’s “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles” movie standing against a dark background
Michelangelo, Raphael, Leonardo, and Donatello from the 1980’s “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles” animated series all sitting and eating pizza
We had a radical time this week talking about those heroes in a half shell, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles! 🐢
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The hosts of “Show Me the Franchise” podcast with guest Mike Schwantz reenacting the poster for Back to the Future
A dehydrated pizza in a pan sitting in front of Back to the Future related merchandise
A baked pizza in a pan sitting in front of Back to the Future related merchandise
GREAT SCOTT! Our newest episode is out today on the “Back to the Future” movie franchise!
We welcome back Mike Schwantz to help us talk through this “heavy” topic, including all the best moments and fan theories.
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Still photo of Joaquin Phoenix and Pedro Pascal in the movie “Eddington”
This is an encapsulation of the mood in the studio throughout the recording of our newest Patreon episode on Ari Aster’s modern western, “Eddington”.
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Hosts of “Show Me the Franchise” podcast standing with a poster for Happy Gilmore 2 starring Adam Sandler
It’s Adam Sandler week!
On our newest episode, we rank our top 5 favorite films of the Sandman himself while briefly discussing his career history, highlights, and what could have been.
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Patreon-sponsored Mario Kart episode card for Show Me the Franchise podcast
Let’s-a-go!
In addition, they got a little something special cooking in the pizza oven as some bonus content.
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Tom Cruise in “Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning”
Henry Cavill in “Mission: Impossible - Fallout”
Tom Cruise and Vanessa Kirby in “Mission: Impossible - Fallout”
The hosts of Show Me the Franchise podcast with guest Mike Durante
It’s time to finish the mission…
We’re back this week with part 2 of our “Mission: Impossible” episode featuring @mikethehuman_ to discuss the latter half of the franchise.
Time is off the essence, so listen now! linktr.ee/showmethefra...