Episode 23 Part One - Superhero ManCave Madness!!!

Welcome to "Live from the ManCave!!!": I hope you got a good night's sleep, because our hosts sure didn't. Seriously, they were punchy before they even hit record. Good luck.

 In a change of pace, the fellas bring their knowledge of superheroes and movies/TV shows to the table, in a first ever ManCave Madness Bracket! Get ready to listen to the world's best Superheroes and Supervillains battle it out to the DEATH! Or at least just using strongly worded arguments.

During Live from the Theater, CraigMakk reviews Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (no spoilers), while Serious Jest reports on what he thought of CraigMakk's Deadpool recommendation (full spoilers). Boy, do they reallt like Superhero movies, huh? Nerds.

Also in this episode, Serious Jest explains why any superhero who is a former Marine is automatically the best; CraigMakk digs deep into why he wants his heroes with a heaping helping of emotional trauma; and they both argue over whether they are drunk or just plain tired as shit. All the while, they vow never to start recording at 4am ever again. Goddamn you, technology. So sit back, grab a beer, and welcome back to "Live from the ManCave!!"

Beer of the Show: Ommegang's Game of Thrones Seven Kingdom's Hoppy Wheat Beer, a citrusy and wheaty ale that will definitely end up with you losing your head.
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Episode 22 Part Four - Fear the ManCave!!!

Welcome back to "Live from the ManCave!!!" In this fourth and FINAL installment (thank Zod) of the episode, we try something brand new, and we hope you like it. And no, it's not that we barely drink, although that is a new one for us also.

In this episode, Jest explains his full knowledge of how to cause someone traumatic brain damage; CraigMakk delves deep into the best way to take out a zombie-Hollywood A-lister; and the boys spoil the shit out of Creed, the Walking Dead season six return, and Fear the Walking Dead's first season. All of this while the Oscars are on in the background and discussing their thoughts live. So strap in, go grab a beer, and welcome back to "Live from the ManCave!!!"

Beer of the Show: Still Walking Dead Blood Orange IPA, no bonus shots for you.

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Episode 22 Part Three - Time to make the Chimi-f@#kin'-changas!

Welcome back to "Live from the ManCave!!!" Yes, this episode is long. And it's not over yet. You're not complaining, are you? Seriously, stop complaining or they'll go away for another year. Unless that's what you want, you bastard.

 In Part Three of this Neverending Story (ATREYU!!!), CraigMakk will make sure you know how much he loves men in red spandex; Jest tries to explain his thoughts on incest; and neither of the two of them get all that drunk. Wait......whaaaaat? This must be a different show, right? Maybe you're just listening to StarTalk or some shit by mistake, because they're NEVER sober! I don't even know who they are anymore.

 All the while, they review Deadpool and 'It Follows'. So sit back, grab a beer (because they sure didn't), and welcome back to "Live from the ManCave!!!" 

Beer of the Show: The Walking Dead Blood Orange IPA, a sweet yet hoppy walk on the wild side.

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Episode 22 Part Two - F$@ked by a Bear

Welcome back to "Live from the ManCave!!!" Get ready for the pain to continue as our monstrously long episode continues with part two. And as the title so subtly implies, prepare to get fucked by a bear. Seriously, is there any easier path to an Oscar than to be mauled to shit by a goddamn bear? Leo sure doesn't think so.

 In this episode, Jest will explain why grunting and groaning is acting at its finest in his eyes; Makk will pontificate on whether child-murder qualifies you as "the bad guy"; and both Artisanal Salt and Pepper continue to wonder what the hell kind of lunacy they've gotten themselves into. Plus the guys drink a lot more beer while they discuss The Revenant, The Big Short, and relentlessly make fun of one another. So sit back, grab a beer, and welcome back to "Live from the ManCave!!!"

Beer of the Show: Still Southern Tier Krampus, an Imperial Helles Lager that will have you end the night making bad decisions just like the little bastard on the label.

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Episode Twenty-Two Part One - The Dark Side of the Cave

Welcome back to "Live from the ManCave!!!" You may have heard of this little indie movie called "Star Wars: The Force Awakens." If not, probably turn back now, because we're going to spoil the SHIT out of that movie. Also, lightsabers. We just like talking about them, because they're AWESOME.

 In this part one of an epic night of movie talk, CraigMakk and Serious Jest welcome a few new friends into the ManCave to really dig into what makes the Force click. In this episode, CraigMakk will explain how best to pull off Star Wars clothing (hint: it involves layering it on!); Jest confides to the guys that good parenting always comes from the Dark Side; and you'll meet Artisanal Salt & Artisanal Pepper for the first time, with one helluva twist there that you absolutely won't see coming!

 Throughout it all, the guys will grab a few drinks and get really deep about how Star Wars has impacted their lives and those to come. So sit back, grab a beer, and welcome to "Live from the ManCave!!!"

Beer of the Show: Southern Tier Krampus, an Imperial Helles Lager that will have you end the night making bad decisions just like the little bastard on the label.
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Episode 21 - The One with the Drunk Santas

 Welcome back to "Live from the ManCave!!!" Merry Christmas! This is their favorite time of year...a holiday where everyone drinks, so you can hide your raging alcohol problem!

 In this episode, CraigMakk reminds you that you're never too old to love a man in tights, Jest sexually fixates on Russian weightlifters (it'll get uncomfortable, just a warning), and they both offer some great gift opportunities if you happen to have thousands of dollars on hand and donating to charity ain't your thing.

 Also, their holiday celebration just might bring about the implosion of the ManCave. At least according to CraigMakk, BOY, does he sound annoyed. So sit back, grab a winter warmer, and welcome to "Live from the ManCave!!!"

 Beer of the Show: Port Brewing's "Santa's Little Helper", a Russian Imperial Stout with an emphasis on dark cocoa and roasted coffee aromatics....because Santa's going to need all the help he can get with these two.
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Episode Twenty Point Zed -"Don't Look At Me."

Welcome back to "Live from the ManCave!!!" In a brand new twist as we close out the year, the boys bring you a "bite-sized" episode focusing on the close of Walking Dead Season Six. See what I did there? I made a funny, and this is just the show description. Hope you brought your funny hats, kids!

 In this episode, CraigMakk explains why a man can be his flower in a totally heterosexual way; Serious Jest explains why he would rather have the only Asian on the show die and that it's TOTALLY not racist; and they both give you their completely open and honest opinion of Walking Dead Season Six, all while drinking quite a bit without getting drunk. Perhaps these "bite-sized" episodes are on to something?

 Jest will also tell you all about Walker Stalker Con, describe one of the coolest zombie interactive events of all time, and make CraigMakk pretty damn jealous in the interim. So strap in, grab a beer, and welcome back to "Live from the ManCave!!!"


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Episode 20B - How I Wish I Never Met Your Mother

Welcome back to "Live form the ManCave!!!" In this bonus episode, you will get to hear the most expansive gap between the guys yet. This will probably lead to the destruction of the ManCave as you know it.

 Nahhhh...we're just kidding. They may disagree, but they will always stay friends. I think. Whatever, enjoy the ride while you can! In the meantime, listen to their thoughts on "How I Met Your Mother," and learn how to disagree like a grown up before they forget themselves. And don't forget to go grab a beer, strap in, and welcome back to "Live from the ManCave!!!"

Beer of the Show : Iron Hill Brewery's Pumpkin Ale in a Can, a spiced ale that tastes heavier than the ABV would lead you to believe.


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Episode 20A - The One About Captain 'Murica

Welcome back to "Live from the ManCave!!!" In the spirit of one of the most special of America's many holidays, Thanksgiving, we decided to celebrate one of her greatest heroes of all time: Captain America. And we wanted to give you part one of a two-parter, so you can enjoy the ManCave with your family over the holiday! So never let anyone tell you that we aren't a couple of seriously patriotic Americans. Seriously, don't ever put yourself in a situation where our patriotism has come up, because you're probably already WAY screwed.

In this episode, CraigMakk explains why Walt Disney should NEVER be the man to teach your kids about racism; Jest describes the white, foamy substance that he loves to put in his mouth; and both of them team up against Hulk Smash to defend Captain America against all claims of racism, both home AND abroad. Throughout it all, they will break down why the Winter Soldier is a badass antagonist, discuss the importance of watching a movie franchise in order, and get pretty drunk. Or start the show drunk, and just get drunker. I can't even remember anymore...I was way too drunk. So go grab a beer, strap in, and welcome back to "Live from the ManCave!!!"

Beer of the Show: DuClaw 31 Pumpkin Spiced Lager, a German-style lager with a spicy finish of cinnamon and nutmeg...and certainly none of the foamy white stuff Jest was having an orgasm over.

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