Stokes County Boys

The SC Boys are taking a short breather from our week to week episodes (the prequels episodes took a lot out of us!).  In the meantime, here's a bonus clip of Stu (from episode 33) educating Philip on his erroneous dismissal of the upcoming Moon Knight movie (see episode 25). Also, we hear about Philip's mom's review of our Mike Bridenstine episode. Check out Stu's woodwork at Stu's Wood SEAS...

Episode 37 in which Patrick and Philip are joined by Uncle Franklin to offer the definitive analysis of Revenge of the Sith!  It's one for the ages...don't miss it! Follow Franklin! on Twitter: @bugtvfranklin , @nightpromoting on Instagram: @nightopenings Listen to Franklin's podcast, Uncle 2 Uncle ! Rate, Review, and Subscribe. Do not miss that next episode, now! Where to find us online! Twi...

Episode 36 in which Patrick and Philip continue the Star Wars Prequel Miniseries by discussing two season finale arcs from the Clone Wars animated series (Season 5 episodes 17-20, Season 7 episodes 9-12). All leading up to next week's deep dive of Revenge of the Sith! In our first segment, we read some listener mail that harkens back to Episode 31 on our top 5 domestic travel locations.  Rate...

Episode 35 in which Patrick and Philip continue their re-watch of the Star Wars prequels with the most uneven and confounding of the three...Attack of the Clones! What did SCB discover in this viewing? Tune in to find out! Rate, Review, and Subscribe. Do not miss that next episode, now! Where to find us online! Twitter: @SCBoysPod Instagram: @stokescountyboys Email: stokescountyboys@gmail.com Spot...

Episode 34 in which Patrick and Philip begin their own saga of discussing George Lucas's prequel trilogy of Star Wars. It will be a month-long mini-series covering the prequels along with the finale of the Clone Wars animated series.  Join us as we revisit these amazing and at times confounding Star Wars films; the only movies that represent the unfiltered vision of George Lucas (for better o...

Episode 32 in which Patron Saint of the show Andrew joins Patrick and Philip to discuss Jim Henson's final film Labyrinth (1986). We get into it all: the Bowie, the Muppets, and the Freudian fever dream of a bad babysitter! In our first segment, Andrew brings some insight on the New Deal-created Civilian Conservation Corps and that programs impact on North Carolina's best State Park, Hanging Rock...

Episode  31 in which Patrick and Philip recall their top 5 trips across the contiguous United States. Being stuck in quarantine during a pandemic makes on nostalgic but also itch to travel again. Part of our SCB Travel Series (see Episode 11). In our first segment. Philip shares a recent Letter to the Editor from The Stokes News titled " Promises Made, Promises Kept " that discusses the econo...

Episode 30 in which Patrick and Philip chat with good friend Zach about the 2015 cultural phenomenon/ hip-hop musical masterpiece Hamilton.  In our first segment, we get to the origins of the county-wide inside joke, "It's snowing in Pinnacle". Thanks to WGHP Fox 8 anchor Chad Tucker for helping us solve this mystery! Rate, Review, and Subscribe. Do not miss that next episode, now! Where to f...

Episode 27 in which the SC Boys (Patrick and Philip) are back in the garage tackling the most important issues with their good friend Zach! (Recorded in October 2020) Topics include (but not limited to): Best shows at Philadelphia's Electric Factory in the 00s Bob Dylan Getting tix to see Paul McCartney Ronnie James Dio Zach's earliest Pro Wrestling Memories Bret Hart 2015-2016 NXT All Elite Wrest...

Patrick isn't big on Christmas but the holiday came early for him when McDonald's released the McRib nationwide for the first time since 2012.  Why does he love this sandwich? Patrick tells Philip and Casey the story. This is also an audition to take over for the Doughboys in two years. Rate, Review, and Subscribe. Do not miss that next episode, now! Where to find us online! Twitter: @SCBoysPod In...

Episode 26 in which your Boys dissect the 2018 Oscar-winning film "Spider-man: Into the Spider-verse." Will Patrick unlock the mysteries of the multi-verse? Will this film meet Philip's standards and appeal to his impeccable taste in film? Listen to find out! In the first segment, Patrick and Philip discuss a real life good vs. evil story based on the documentary "Jonathan Scott's Power Trip" whic...

Episode 25 in which Patrick and Philip discuss the glut of Disney Film and TV announcements on their Investor Day with our Stokes County Disney correspondent, Casey! Don't worry folks, there will be content in the future! Rate, Review, and Subscribe. Do not miss that next episode, now! Where to find us online! Twitter: @SCBoysPod Instagram: @stokescountyboys Email: stokescountyboys@gmail.com Spoti...

Episode 24 in which Philip and Madison County Boy/friend of the show AJ chat with musician Stephen Munoz about the (now) Netflix action series Cobra Kai! In our first segment, Stephen talks about his hometown of Calumet City, Illinois and what it's like to grow up in the southern suburbs of Chicago. We also chat about the challenges of a touring, performing musician during the COVID-19 pandemic an...

In a very special BONUS, Patrick and Philip answer a listener's question on the underwhelming final in-ring appearance of the Undertaker. A 30 year career that goes out with a bit of a head scratcher! Subscribe to the show so you don't miss Wednesday's banger of an ep! Where to find us online! Twitter: @SCBoysPod Instagram: @stokescountyboys Email: stokescountyboys@gmail.com Spotify Playlist: http...

It's episode 23 in which Patrick and Philip are joined by Zach for a socially distant hang in Patrick's garage. It's the first face-to-face recording! Topics covered in this episode: Local Restaurants in Stokes and Surry County (that may or may not still exist) Eastern European cuisine in Pennsylvania Chicken Pie Day The continual disappointment of Hardee's McRib with a Orange Hi-C Field Day John...

Episode 21 in which Patrick and Philip speak with Patti Dunlap, President of the Stokes County Historical Society .  Listen up for some hidden gems of Stokes County history! Rate, Review, and Subscribe. Do not miss that next episode, now! Where to find us online! Twitter: @SCBoysPod Instagram: @stokescountyboys Email: stokescountyboys@gmail.com Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playl...

Episode 19 in which your Stokes County Boys (Patrick and Philip) talk their top 5 TV series of ALL TIME! Where does Sopranos fall on the list? Do they argue over whether Walter White is the greatest TV anti-hero? Listen to find out! In our first segment, Philip discovers plans in the 1920s for a Confederate monument to be built next to the Danbury Court House in the newspaper archives. Is this the...

It's a Spooky Halloween bonus episode in which the Stokes County Boys (Patrick and Philip) speak with fellow Stokes County Boy Justin about the 1929 tragedy of the Lawson Family Murders that took place in Germanton, Stokes County, North Carolina. Justin has a unique insight given that he directed a play based on the historical event. In the conversation, Philip just may have solved the mystery of...

Episode 18 in which Patrick and Philip invite their friend Casey to talk about the best songs from Disney films. What songs will be exalted at the peak of Pride Rock? Which songs will be ignored like Walt Disney's problematic political beliefs? Tune in to find out! In our first segment we discuss the proposed scenic byway extension that will run from Hanging Rock State Park to Pilot Mountain. Rate...

Episode 17 in which Patrick and Philip sit down with Struggle Session's Leslie Lee III to discuss The Smashing Pumpkins sophomore classic Siamese Dream !  In our first segment we talk a bit about Leslie's hometown of Baton Rouge, LA. Check out Struggle Session for top notch political and pop culture commentary! Follow Leslie Lee III on Twitter: @leslieleeiii Rate, Review, and Subscribe. Do no...

Episode 15 in which The Stokes County Boys discuss The Beatles 3rd album "A Hard Day's Night". A deep dive that only a music major and a literary scholar from northwest North Carolina can do! Rate, Review, and Subscribe. Do not miss that next episode, now! Where to find us online! Twitter: @SCBoysPod Instagram: @stokescountyboys Email: stokescountyboys@gmail.com Spotify Playlist: https://open.spot...

Episode 14 in which your Stokes County Boys (Patrick and Philip) rank their top 5 rock bands. Who will make the list? Do you agree or disagree? Listen to find out. Write to us and let us know! In our first segment, we cover some listener feedback (thank you!). Let your voice be heard: let us know who/what we've left off the lists we've been making! Rate, Review, and Subscribe. Do not miss that nex...

Episode 13 in which we discuss all things baseball with stand-up comedian and life-long Cubs fan Mike Bridenstine (Hunk with Mike Bridenstine)! We talk Mike's hometown (Muscatine, Iowa), the glory days of Little League, the Chicago Cubs, Atlanta Braves, and we can't help but to sneak some pro wrestling chit chat in there.  We wrap the discussion by talking about Mike Bridenstine's amazing Wor...

Episode 12 in which The Stokes County Boys, Patrick and Philip, speak with Democratic candidate for NC Senate (District 30) Wally White! We discuss his campaign and what he can offer to Stokes County citizens, as well as the surrounding counties that comprise District 30. For more information on Wally White visit https://www.electwallywhite.com/   Rate, Review, and Subscribe. Do not miss that...

Episode 11 in which Good Friend Brian and Philip share our experiences travelling to Spain and why it should be Patrick's next international travel destination. It won't be easy given Patrick's admitted "toddler diet", intermediate Spanish skills, and his preference as a homebody. Will Patrick book a flight to Barcelona for 2022? Check it out! In our first segment we discuss Brian's hometown (and...