The Captain and Madden Show

Do you have to think of a costume idea this year? Do you have an unlimited budget or no budget at all? How do you feel about wearing a mask all night? Are naughty costumes still a thing? All these answers and more, this week on a very spooky Captain and Madden Show. Links Below. Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/show/0Kp37p6g0VqbDY6ppbnQse... Apple- https://podcasts.apple.com/.../the-captain.../id...

You love to watch them cook. You love their passion for food. You love their stories of family connection and international travel. This week The Captain and Madden show is your sous chef as we help whip up the Dream Team of TV Chefs. Let's taste test it first to make sure we have all the right ingredients. Links to the show below: Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/show/0Kp37p6g0VqbDY6ppbnQse?...

The stadium rocking pre game songs are tradition now matter the sport or season. The songs used are meant to fuel energy and raise the fans adrenaline before and during the game. When they work it's magic but what happens when we get tired of hearing the same songs every time for every sport. This week we discuss some of the best-known Pump-Up songs and give them approval or reject them for new op...

On this week's show, we are using the wheel of randomness to build teams b characteristics. The wheel will give us teams at random and a characteristic and we will build teams based on those selections. So if you like dudes, talking baseball dudes, listen up. 2 teams, one dream. Links below. Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/show/0Kp37p6g0VqbDY6ppbnQse?si=ed8be0ab7bb343fd Apple- https://podcas...

Are you ready to laugh? This week we are delving into standup comedy in our time. We go back to our favorite standups through the years and talk about the popularity of the craft of standup. From the small comedy clubs to late night, on to theaters and arena, all the way up to modern streaming specials and podcasts. There is a 2 drink minimum so that's our time. Spotify-https://open.spotify.co...

Harmony. Chemistry. Story Telling. These are key components for a great duet. The songs that feature two vocalists share the journey together. They might take opposite sides and argue through the journey but it's their story to tell. This week we discuss some of music's timeless duets. From Country to R&B, rock, and all points in between. Synch up your voices and let's get into thi...

The Rocky movie franchise is legendary. It tells the inspiring story of a middle class local fighter on his climb to the World Heavyweight Championship. On the way he builds a solid family unit, encounters fierce opponents, and a parade of colorful characters cross hos path. This week we stop to explore the best of those side characters in the Rocky Universe. Some are key support players and other...

Today we reflect on the events that took place on September 11th 2001. We share our experiences that day, the emotions of country went through, and the subsequent fallout in the day and weeks after. We also look at how that fateful day changed our world to protect the safety of Americans and how the media/entertainment climate also shifted. This is a rough day for some so please take the day to to...

Get your backpacks on, finish your summer reading lists, and don't miss your bus; we're going back to school this week. This week we share the memories of back to school time. The excitement of meeting new classmates and teachers, the dread of high school hazing, and the little milestones along the way. Be smart and listen to Professor Captain and teacher's aide, Madden as we guide you...

This week we run our preview through the AFC in advance of the 2026 season. Lots of storylines, big names, and also The Browns. Who can go the distance? Who will make the headlines? Who will be a joke? So much more to talk about. Listen at the links below: We return from summer vacation and discuss the NFC for the 2026 football season. Lots of high hopes and Super Bowl Contenders and also the NFC...

Listen as we return from summer vacation and discuss the NFC for the 2026 football season. Lots of high hopes and Super Bowl Contenders and also the NFC South. Oh and we give you some fantasy names to watch. All coming at ya in this jam-packed episode. Listen at the links below: Spotify- ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/0Kp37p6g0VqbDY6ppbnQse...⁠ Apple- ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/.../the-captain......

The ax falls often on great TV Shows. Sometimes for poor ratings, or budgetary reasons or even conflicts in production. This week we reflect on some fallen favorite who we feel were gone before their time.

Nothing lasts forever and sometimes that leads to new musical ventures. As bands break up or change we see offshoot bands pop up all the time. This week we will dive into some memorable side projects, supergroups, and brand new ventures that rose up from other famous acts. Listen at the links below: Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/show/0Kp37p6g0VqbDY6ppbnQse... Apple- https://podcasts.apple.com/...

The tables have turned and this week Mike Madden has to take the questions of the Captain's choosing. Same rules apply, "Would You Rather, Ask Me Anything" style. Let's see what insights this brings. Listen at the links below: Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/show/0Kp37p6g0VqbDY6ppbnQse... Apple- https://podcasts.apple.com/.../the-captain.../id1800774965 YouTube-⁠The Captain and...

How about we fire some random questions at the Captain for an episode? This week the Captain is on the hot seat and fielding some wild "Would You Rather?" style questions and a healthy round of Ask me Anythings. A fine way to spend a summer day if you ask me. Listen at the links below: Spotify-https://open.spotify.com/show/0Kp37p6g0VqbDY6ppbnQse?si=14b8fc5720e4477a Apple- https://podcast...

We are back from our early summer break. We have some family gathering business to discuss with the best things and some of the worst things about family gatherings. Everyone has experienced the fun and sometimes the dread of a family gathering. Who are we going to see? Who's not coming this year? What's Aunt Patty making this year? Why does Cousin Greg has a mohawk? All the excitement of...

Special episode of the show today as we turn it over to you, the listeners and answers questions from the audience. We got some good feedback and some critical analysis so let's take a journey behind the scenes and find out what makes this podcast happen.

We close out our series of Unpopular Opinions by diving into Television this week. Most TV is easy to watch and fun but what we find fun and easy to watch might just not be your cup of tea. Let's see what we can disagree on in the topic of TV through the years. Listen and subscribe at the links below: Spotify-https://open.spotify.com/show/0Kp37p6g0VqbDY6ppbnQse?si=57ba6f7e6cdd4fc3 Apple-https:...

The 2026 World Cup is here. Soccer's biggest stage is already kicked off but we take you through the groups so you know who's who and what's interesting about the countries involved. This is a long one so feel free to skip ahead or listen is different sessions. We promise that you will learn new things about the sport, the culture, the players, and the excitement around "The Beautiful Game" . Oh a...

In this week's sequel to last week's Unpopular Opinions episode, we take aim at movies. What you think about the movies you love may be skewed by our discussions. From botched sequels to miscast actors, to washed up directors, we cover them all. Remember, you can always disagree and save those popular opinions. **You can email the show** captainandmaddenshow@gmail.com Listen at the Links b...

Oh Ok. Boo us all you want but we are just sharing our unpopular opinions about sports. Debates will spark; feathers will be ruffled and minds will be bent as we share what we think about our favorite sports. This all comes down to perception so relax, listen and comment if you want to join the discussion. Listen at the Links below: Spotify-https://open.spotify.com/show/0Kp37p6g0VqbDY6ppbnQse?si=6...

This week is all about those stories we read or watch on the news that kept us glued for updates for unique reasons. Some are for the salacious details that keep rolling out and others are for the innovative ways they are being covered. Whatever it is we can't wait for more updates so listen in as we share our latest news. Links below: Spotify-https://open.spotify.com/show/0Kp37p6g0VqbDY6ppbnQ...

The podcast is back after a week off and we are celebrating the heyday of cable television. The recent passing of Ted Turner has us reflecting on the rise of cable and all the parties who helped make it revolutionary for it's time. We're talking channels, shows, players, and partners who made TV an open landscape. Links below: Spotify-https://open.spotify.com/show/0Kp37p6g0VqbDY6ppbnQse?si...

Welcome to May. We are playing psychiatrist for one of TV's icon characters, Tony Soprano. Yes, we know that the big fella already spent time in the shrink but this is a bigger job so let us step in. Our guest this week is Patrick Madden, who know his way around a character analysis and he help us break Tony down to basics. Light up a cigar, make a salty meat sandwich and enjoy the show. Links...

The job of a musician in a popular rock band is a dream job for most. However, it's shaky at best. One minute you're touring the world playing gigs and performing songs you helped turn into fan favorites, the next minute, you are watching another person play your parts and get the applause. On this week's episode we discuss the replacement band members that have earned praise and made...