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COL810: WGO: December 2025

In this episode of Cubs Out Loud, it’s our What’s Going On for the month of December. As the last month and last show of the year, listen in as the guys catch you up on their wintery wonderment. With highs and lows and mids in between, the cubs end the year in a bit of a snowy spiral. Also, didn’t we just do this?

What’s Going On?

  • Jeff: Work, work
  • Damon: Holiday Show & Quick Trip to Vegas
  • Gary: Highs and Lows

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COL809: COL Jingle Mingle 5

In this episode of Cubs Out Loud, it’s a holiday fun time with our 5th annual Jingle Mingle! With the spirit of Christmas just around the bend, the guys come together for fun, games and festive frolic with friends. Join the cubs, Lloyd, Chuck, Oan, Joshua, David and PupZeo as they mingle and jingle all the way!

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Jingle Mingle 5

The COL hosts are gathering online again for a year end social. For it’s the eve of the big holiday, so why not have some silly fun for a fifth go ’round!  This time we’re playing some reindeer games.

COL807: LTAF: Thanksgiving Meal Challenge – Part 2

In this episode of Cubs Out Loud, it’s time for another Let’s Talk About Food. With Thanksgiving right around the corner, the guys take some time to discuss one of the most food-forward holidays of the year. In Part 2, the cubs come back for seconds and build their Thanksgiving plates. With several tantalizing options, listen in as they pile on their favorites and build their ultimate Turkey Day dinners!

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LTAF: Thanksgiving Meal Challenge – Part 2

We’re just days away from the belly bursting holiday and we’re going back for seconds into the social media landscape and looking to see what choices the hosts make when they develop their ideal Thanksgiving Dinner plate. And what about the leftovers?

We’ve got four groupings of items to make up the ideal plates. There are a variety of proteins, carb based sides, veggie based sides, and desserts. All plates also get rolls and gravy automatically. 

PROTEINS

  • Turkey
  • Ham
  • Roast Beef
  • Salmon
  • Vegan Roast [aka Tofurkey]

SIDES #1 

  • Green Bean Casserole
  • Cooked Greens
  • Cranberry Relish/Sauce
  • Roast Carrots
  • Candied Yams

SIDES #2

  • Macaroni and Cheese
  • Mashed Potatoes
  • Scalloped Potatoes
  • Dressing [aka Stuffing]
  • Wild Rice Pilaf

DESSERTS

  • Apple Pie
  • Bacon Bourbon Brownies
  • Cherry Pie
  • Pecan Pie
  • Pumpkin Pie

Base Plate

  • Damon: Turkey, Cooked Greens, Macaroni and Cheese, Pecan Pie, Deviled Eggs
  • Gary: Turkey, Green Bean Casserole, Mashed Potatoes, Dressing, Pecan Pie
  • Jeff: Turkey, Cranberry Relish/Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, Pumpkin Pie, Stuffing

Ultimate Plate

  • Damon: Roast Beef, Turkey, Cooked Greens, Candied Yams, Macaroni and Cheese, Dressing, Deviled Eggs, Pumpkin Pie,  Bacon Bourbon Brownies, Pecan Pie, Apple Pie, Banana Pudding, Sweet Potato Pie 
  • Gary: Turkey, Ham, Beef, Salmon, Deviled Egg, Green Bean Casserole, Roast Carrots, Candied Yams, Mac and Cheese, Mashed Potatoes, Scalloped Potatoes, Dressing, Pecan Pie, Bacon Bourbon Brownies [ala mode if possible]
  • Jeff: Charcuterie Board, Deviled Eggs, Turkey, Ham,  Stuffing, Cranberry Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, Cooked Carrots and Beans, Scalloped Potatoes, Salad, Apple Crisp, Pumpkin Pie

COL806: LTAF: Thanksgiving Meal Challenge – Part 1

In this episode of Cubs Out Loud, it’s time for another Let’s Talk About Food. With Thanksgiving right around the corner, the guys take some time to discuss one of the most food-forward holidays of the year. In Part 1, the cubs take an economic approach to the holiday. With recent American government issues, listen in as the cubs discuss some turkey-themed frozen dinners that may help satisfy your Thanksgiving palate.

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LTAF: Thanksgiving Meal Challenge – Part 1

We’re just days away from the belly bursting holiday and the economy has become a challenge for folks across the United States. The recent SNAP benefits debacle from the government shutdown didn’t help any. So let’s see if we agree on some frozen meal selections that can give you some of the flavors of T-bird day but done on a reduced budget.

We’ve got four groupings of frozen meals that all include turkey and at least one side. Now the meal portions vary as do the prices. We’ve got classics and some interesting mixed up versions to consider. What do we think about the potential of these if the wallet isn’t able to handle the Americana big family spread of the Normal Rockwell era?

LOWER GROUPING

  • $1.00 – Banquet Turkey Pot Pie
  • $1.87 – Banquet Meal of Turkey, Mashed Potatoes, Dressing, with Peas
  • $2.27 – Hormel Turkey with Dressing [20g protein]
  • $2.39 – Weight Watchers Smart Ones Turkey with Mashed Potatoes [19g protein]
  • $2.76 – Marie Callender’s Turkey, Cheese, Tomato, Bacon, with Dressing Bowl [22g protein] ~~ Hot Brown Sandwich Wiki

MIDDLE #1 GROUPING

  • $2.77 – Healthy Choice Top Chef Inspired Honey Pepper Glazed Turkey with Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Green Beans, Wild Rice, and Onions [14g protein, 9g whole grains]
  • $3.27 – Marie Callender’s Turkey Pot Pie [25g protein]
  • $3.29 – Marie Callender’s Turkey and Dressing Thanksgiving Pie [14g protein]
  • $3.48 – Marie Callender’s Turkey, Mashed Potatoes, Dressing, with Green Beans and Carrot Slivers
  • $3.48 – Marie Callender’s Honey Roasted Turkey, Mashed Potatoes, with Broccoli and Carrot Pieces [19g protein]

MIDDLE #2 GROUPING

  • $3.49 – Healthy Choice Roasted Turkey, Dressing, Green Beans, with Cinnamon Apples [17g protein]
  • $3.49 – Lean Cuisine Glazed Turkey, Dressing, with Sweet Potato Mash [14g protein]
  • $3.49 – Lean Cuisine Roasted Turkey, Herb Dressing, with Cinnamon Apples [14g protein]
  • $3.59 – Stouffer’s Roast Turkey, Dressing, with Mashed Potatoes [18g protein]
  • $3.74 – Hungry Man Roasted Carved Turkey, Mashed Potatoes, Dressing, Mixed Veggies, and Cranberry Relish [16g protein]

HIGHER GROUPING

  • $3.79 – Lean Cuisine Balance Bowls Roasted Turkey with Roasted Potatoes and Green Beans (Cranberries?) [17g protein]
  • $4.29 – Banquet Mega Meats Carved Turkey, Mashed Potatoes, and Dressing [26g protein]
  • $4.99 – Lean Cuisine Protein Kick Roasted Turkey with Herb Dressing and Cinnamon Apples [13g protein]
  • $5.29 – Stouffer’s Fit Kitchen Rotisserie Turkey, Red Skin and Sweet Potatoes, with Green Beans [25g protein]
  • $6.99 – Marie Callender’s Turkey, Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes, with Dressing (Meal to Share, 2.5 portions)

COL801: WGO: September 2025

In this episode of Cubs Out Loud, it’s our What’s Going On for the month of September. As the first month of fall begins, listen in as the guys share some emotional highs and lows that occurred. From fun firsts to devastating blows, the cubs catch you up on their recent experiences.

What’s Going On?

  • Jeff: …
  • Damon: Orlando Trip/Back to Rehearsals
  • Gary: Therapy and Drugs

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COL776: LTAF: Cake vs Pie

In this episode of Cubs Out Loud, it’s time for another Let’s Talk About Food. This time around, the guys put to rest the eternal debate: Which is the best, cake or pie? As the cubs sweet talk you with their personal favorites, listen in as they give their fruit-filled feelings about these delectable delights.

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Let’s Talk About Food: Cake vs Pie

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Fave Holiday Pick

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COL764: WGO: November 2024

In this episode of Cubs Out Loud, it’s our What’s Going On for the month of November. As the weather grows cold and familiar, listen in as the guys share their shenanigans for the month of turkey and thanks. Do the cubs have a lot to be thankful for?

What’s Going On?

  • Jeff: Back Where I Belong
  • Damon: KY Leather / Thanksgiving BS
  • Gary: COVID Part Deux & Snowpocalypse

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COL753: Jeff’s BDay Happy Hour: Dirty Dozen Edition

In this episode of Cubs Out Loud, it’s my Birthday (well it was).  And there’s no better way to celebrate than by hanging out to discuss things that come by the dozen-ish. With guests Lloyd, Bobby, and Payson online, the guys correlate this 12th birthday show with things that we may find in a dozen.

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That’s right, it’s Jeff’s birthday and this year we’re marking TWELVE years of happy hour shenanigans recognizing the bearcubs’s bday. 

  • Donuts, Types
    • Sugar Coated
    • Glazed – Classic / Chocolate / Maple
    • Brioche
    • Cream Filled – Bavarian / Bomboloni / Boston
    • Old Fashioned / Sour Cream
    • Holes
    • Jelly Filled – Raspberry / Strawberry / Paczki / Sufganiyot 
    • Crullers
    • Fritters
    • Long Johns – without or without glaze
    • Twists
    • Deep Fried – Beignets / Ricotta / Zeppole
  • Eggs, Styles
    • Fried – Sunny Side Up, Over – Easy / Hard / Broken
    • Scrambled – Hard/Soft
    • Boiled – Hard/Soft
    • Benedict
    • Frittata
    • Poached
    • Omelette
    • Quiche
    • Egg Bites
    • Shirred or Baked
    • Coddled
    • Cloud
  • Soda Fountain Drinks
      • Berry – Blackberry / Cranberry / Raspberry / Strawberry
      • Cherry 
      • Citrus – Clementine / Grapefruit / Lemon-lime / Orange
      • Cola / Cherry Cola
      • Cream
      • Ginger ale / Ginger beer
      • Grape
      • Peach
      • Root beer / Sarsaparilla / Spruce beer / Birch beer
      • Sweet Tarts / Energy
      • Tamarind
      • Oddities – Jones Soda Co.

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