Formidable Opponents
121 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★★ - 25 ratingsFunny and intense arguments about what is "the best" in the world of movies, music, sports and everything pop culture from three guys who have known each other our whole lives. A formatted head to head (to head) to settle the score, once and for all on everything ranging from best one-hit wonder to best sports scandal. Formidable Opponents covers a wide array of interesting topics and breaks them down in a round table discussion as each of us defends and debates our individual takes on the topics we all love to hilariously argue about. [email protected]: @FOpponents Instagram formidable_opponentsFacebook: Formidable Opponents Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/foropponents
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Nostalgia Round Table (Shooting the S**t)
July 09, 2021 02:00 - 1 hour - 42.6 MBFor our 20th episode, we are doing a little freestyle, we discuss the music and movies that have us remembering certain times in our lives, as we reflect on days gone by and days to come. No research, no notes, no structure for this one, just a whole hour of shooting the s**t and doing what we do best, fooling each other to admit stuff in front of a whole bunch of strangers. Join us as we reflect and go off the cuff in today’s episode. Reach out to us and follow us: formidableopponents@...
Best 70s Rock Song
July 02, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 57.8 MBThe 70s were known for a lot of things, some we live to remember, some we live to forget. Join us this week as we ramble on a topic we've grown up to love. 70s Rock music! A rock era that some may say is the greatest and most influential era of rock music. Kids, this is real music and we used to be cool. They don't make them like they used to, so come along for the slow ride as we tap the steering wheel, reminisce about dancing days and talk about some of the best rock music of the era....
Best Sitcom Dad
June 22, 2021 22:00 - 1 hour - 51.2 MBPut on your New Balances, long socks, blue jean shorts, make sure you tuck in that polo and place those aviator sunglasses firmly in place for this episode. Dads hold a special place in our hearts and someday we'll miss moments like seeing our dear old fathers lip synching to "Taking Care of Business" on a spatula or sneezing entirely too loud, for no reason whatsoever. Today we discuss our favorite TV Dads, as well as our Dads, for an extended Father's Day celebration. This episode is ti...
Best Tarantino Scene
June 12, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 53.4 MBOn this episode we discuss our favorite Tarantino scenes, so grab your Big Kahuna Burger, Red Apple Cigarettes and don't forget to empty all suspicious items out of your pocket. Be cool, tip your waitresses and if you skip this episode in a dream, you better apologize. Sip on your favorite scotch, better order three (in a non-suspicious way) and we hope you don't mind that we go out speaking The King's. Reach out to us and follow us: [email protected] (Contact) https://formid...
Best Fight Scene
June 05, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 43.7 MBFighting! The cornerstone of any nutritious action movie. When we think of classic hand to hand, foot to foot, or knee to groin combat we are taking about the most memorable parts of the movies we've grown to love. It's those unbelievable moments that you know can't happen in real life that brings us back to re-watch, relive and dissect every film brawl. Join us as we discuss and argue which is the all-time best fight scene. Also, don't fight yourself when after this discussion, you are...
Best Cover Song
May 29, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 41.6 MBThe best cover songs transform the original into a whole new experience. Join us as we discuss and debate what is the best cover song and the artists who reinvented and often times improved those classic pieces for a whole new generation. Reach out to us and follow us: [email protected] (Contact) https://formidableopponents.buzzsprout.com/ (Website) @Fopponents (Twitter) formidable_opponents (Instagram) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/foropponents Support the show Reach out to ...
Best 90s Sitcom
May 24, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 51.9 MBJoin us for this episode "Best 90s sitcom" as we have a misunderstanding with our annoying neighbor, who is also our principal. We also hilariously get arrested for mistaken identity after leaving a dance contest we won after a very special heart to heart about our collective caffeine pill addictions which is affecting our pop music group. Cue soft piano music. Reach out to us and follow us: [email protected] (Contact) https://formidableopponents.buzzsprout.com/ (Website) @Fop...
Best Retro Video Game
May 13, 2021 02:00 - 1 hour - 48 MBBefore you say anything, Yes, the name of the Hockey game we refer to is "Blades of Steel," and not "Blades of Glory." (shoutouts to Jon Heder). Now that that's out of the way, join us as we try to "1up" one another by debating which retro video game is the best. We're taking you back to a time where it was logical to "clean" your games with a cotton swab and alcohol. A time when you had to balance your sensitive adapter just right to prevent it from tipping over and shutting down your en...
Worst 80s Music Video
May 04, 2021 03:00 - 54 minutes - 37.7 MBTune in to this week's episode as we change things up and argue what is the WORST 80s music video! Was it the dancing? Was it the drugs? Was it the career killer pink tank tops, arbitrary eye patches and crisp white dad Reeboks? Also, can someone please F******G explain to us the video concept for "Total Eclipse of the Heart?" Reach out to us and follow us: [email protected] (Contact) https://formidableopponents.buzzsprout.com/ (Website) @Fopponents (Twitter) formidable_oppo...
Most Shocking Sports Moment
April 27, 2021 03:00 - 55 minutes - 38.1 MBBitten ears, flying cups of beers, and marching band tears. On this episode, we debate what is the most shocking sports moment! Reach out to us and follow us: [email protected] (Contact) https://formidableopponents.buzzsprout.com/ (Website) @Fopponents (Twitter) formidable_opponents (Instagram) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/foropponents Support the show Reach out to us and follow us: [email protected] (Contact us) https://formidableopponents.buzzsprout.com/ (Web...
Funniest Movie Scene
April 19, 2021 21:00 - 57 minutes - 39.8 MBComedies are just aren't what they used to be and we are here to equally and repeatedly remind you of that as we enjoy reflecting on the comedy of yesteryear. Cut up a piece of pie and join us for our 10th episode as we discuss what we each think is the funniest movie scene. https://formidableopponents.buzzsprout.com/ @Fopponents (Twitter) formidable_opponents (Instagram) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/foropponents Support the show Reach out to us and follow us: formidableopponents@gmail....
Best Pro Wrestler
April 13, 2021 02:00 - 1 hour - 61.9 MBPro wrestling has always been around our lives and to celebrate Wrestlemania weekend, we decided to do a special extended edition of Formidable Opponents. Join us as we argue who the best of all time is and why in this no disqualification (Unless you mention Triple H) match-up...Now hit our music! https://formidableopponents.buzzsprout.com/ @Fopponents (Twitter) formidable_opponents (Instagram) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/foropponents Support the show Reach out to us and follow us: form...
Best 90s Rock Song
April 06, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 47.6 MBOn April 5th (1994 and 2002), we lost rock legends Kurt Cobain and Layne Staley and on this day we had the opportunity to discuss those two artists and their contemporaries as Formidable Opponents takes a look at an era that produced so many rock hits we sadly now listen to on "classic" rock stations and at your friendly neighborhood grocery aisle but joyfully discuss and remember. On this episode, we talk and debate which is The best 90s rock song. https://formidableopponents.buzzsprout....
Best Action Hero
March 29, 2021 20:00 - 59 minutes - 40.7 MBYo, Adrian, we did it! Because of our big legs and karate, we can post this episode. So, get to this download NOWAAAARGH!! and enjoy our takes as we answer three important questions. 1) Who is the Best Action Hero? 2) Anybody seen Ritchie? 3) Anyone know why he did Bobby Lupo?! https://formidableopponents.buzzsprout.com/ @Fopponents (Twitter) formidable_opponents (Instagram) [email protected] (Contact) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/foropponents Support the show Reach out ...
Best Male Saturday Night Live Cast Member
March 22, 2021 21:00 - 1 hour - 45 MBJoin us for the exciting conclusion of all things SNL. This week we are arguing who was the Best Male SNL cast member, so get off the shed, get out of your hot tub and get out of that New York nightclub and join us for another round of SNL debates! Reach out to us: [email protected] Twitter: @FOpponents https://www.buymeacoffee.com/foropponents Support the show Reach out to us and follow us: [email protected] (Contact us) https://formidableopponents.buzzsprout.co...
Best Female Saturday Night Live Cast Member
March 16, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 49.4 MBIn honor of Women's History month, join Formidable Opponents in recognizing (and arguing) who was the best female SNL cast member. (Yes, we know, we're three men judging women's performances and livelihoods but we promise you, it is indeed insightful). Reach out to us: [email protected] Twitter: @FOpponents https://www.buymeacoffee.com/foropponents Support the show Reach out to us and follow us: [email protected] (Contact us) https://formidableopponents.buzz...
Best Heartbreak Song
March 08, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 42.1 MBA lot to unpack on a subject matter the boys know all too well. Join us as we discuss, argue and shed a few tears reminiscing about loves lost and laughs gained. Be sure to follow us and subscribe for all our latest updates! https://formidableopponents.buzzsprout.com/ @FOpponents (Twitter) [email protected] (Contact) Support the show Reach out to us and follow us: [email protected] (Contact us) https://formidableopponents.buzzsprout.com/ (Website) @Fopponents (...
Best Single Game Sports Performance
March 01, 2021 21:00 - 35 minutes - 24.8 MBOn this episode of Formidable Opponents we argue which as the all-time single greatest sports performance and explore the majesty that was Wilt Chamberlain's high scoring output. Support the show Reach out to us and follow us: [email protected] (Contact us) https://formidableopponents.buzzsprout.com/ (Website) @Fopponents (Twitter) formidable_opponents (Instagram) FormidableOpponents (Facebook) @formidableopponents (Tik Tok) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/foropponents (Show us so...
Most Intense Movie Scene
February 22, 2021 20:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MBYou guys wanna play baseball? Join Randall, Bob and Joseph and they select and debate their most intense movie scene selection and why Joe Pesci hates pineapple on pizza. Get the shot! For episode suggestions and comments, email us at: formidableopponents@gmail .com Also, follow us on Twitter @FOpponents Support the show Reach out to us and follow us: [email protected] (Contact us) https://formidableopponents.buzzsprout.com/ (Website) @Fopponents (Twitter) formidable_oppon...
Trailer
February 15, 2021 22:00 - 1 minute - 939 KBThree lifelong friends argue about what is the best in a series of fun and critical topics we all debate about from everything on everything movies, tv, sports, music and everything pop culture. Support the show Reach out to us and follow us: [email protected] (Contact us) https://formidableopponents.buzzsprout.com/ (Website) @Fopponents (Twitter) formidable_opponents (Instagram) FormidableOpponents (Facebook) @formidableopponents (Tik Tok) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/foroppon...
One Hit Wonders
February 15, 2021 22:00 - 43 minutes - 30 MB"Take On" Randall, Bob and Joseph as they argue their best One Hit Wonder. Two things they can all agree on are that during a heated debate, they can't tell the difference between an Emmy and a Grammy and it is best to stay away from Mac and Cheetos. Support the show Reach out to us and follow us: [email protected] (Contact us) https://formidableopponents.buzzsprout.com/ (Website) @Fopponents (Twitter) formidable_opponents (Instagram) FormidableOpponents (Facebook) @formidable...