From the snowy romance of Hokkaido to the high-stakes tension of pro sports, Manny and Shawn are breaking down the shows everyone is talking about. We dive deep into the groundbreaking vibes of The Boyfriend and Survival of the Thickest on Netflix, the intense, slow-burning drama of HBO’s Heated Rivalries, and the spooky take of IT: Welcome to Derry. Plus, we tackle the "regular folks vs. celebrity" debate of The Traitors (US & UK), our Valentine’s debrief, and why we’re still obsessed with the Benito Bowl.

00:00 Introduction and Weekly Recap

05:20 TV Shows We're Watching - "Survival of the Thickest"

11:29 Exploring 'The Traitors' and Its Variants

17:19 Diving into 'Heated Rivalries'

23:10 Horror Enthusiasts: 'Welcome to Derry'

26:03 Exploring Racial Tensions in Historical Context

31:15 Diving into Japanese Reality Dating Shows

40:59 The Joy of Boat Ramp Fails

44:56 Reflections on Bad Bunny's Halftime Show

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The world thought they were ready for a halftime show—they weren’t ready for a revolution. This week, we’re breaking down Bad Bunny’s historic Super Bowl performance. This wasn't just a 13-minute set; it was a masterclass in cultural defiance. From bringing the raw energy of Puerto Rico to the world’s biggest stage to shattering the "underdog" narrative, Benito proved that you don't have to dilute your identity to achieve global superstardom.

• The Power of Roots: How Benito used his humble beginnings as fuel for his greatest performance yet.
• Breaking the Sound Barrier: The significance of an all-Spanish set on the most-watched broadcast in history.
• Authenticity Over Everything: Why "staying true to yourself" is the most profitable business move you can make in 2026.
• The Representation Ripple Effect: What this moment means for the next generation of Latino creators and dream-chasers.

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Is the world officially upside down? This week, Manny and Shawn are checking the temperature on a culture that’s changing as fast as the weather.

On the Menu:

❄️ Tropical Blizzard: Florida’s historic snowstorm and the reality of surviving a "frozen" Sunshine State.

🧢 The Minaj Shift: From "Gag City" to the MAGA movement. We’re dissecting Nicki’s new political era and what it means for her LGBTQ+ legacy.

🏈 Super Bowl Vibes: Bad Bunny’s global takeover and the NFL’s master plan to conquer the world market.

🚨 The ICE Crisis: A serious look at the alarming surge in ICE activities and the safety of American citizens.

📉 Box Office Bust: Amazon MGM spent $75M on the "Melania" documentary, but it only pulled in $7M opening weekend. Is it a high-budget flop or just a "streaming math" success? We’re calling it like we see it.

👑 The Queen of Comedy: Celebrating the legendary Catherine O’Hara—from Home Alone to Schitt's Creek.

From historic cold snaps to political firestorms, we’re breaking it all down with our signature blend of humor and honesty.

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