The Flynn Bros. Podcast

The Flynn Bros. run through several categories of wedding songs to determine which ones are bops and which ones are duds. Later, they debate which band or artist makes the greatest wedding songs. Finally, Jimmy names his top five “Old, Sad, Drunk Guy” songs.   Subscribe, comment, and leave a rating. Send questions, comments, or Big Idea suggestions to FlynnBrosPod@gmail.com .   Hosted by: John Fly...

The Flynn Bros. talk about the difficulties of commercial air travel and the science behind how planes fly. Later, Jimmy delivers a brief history of airplanes, then asks John some aviation trivia questions.    Subscribe, comment, and leave a rating. Send questions, comments, or Big Idea suggestions to FlynnBrosPod@gmail.com .   Hosted by: John Flynn & Jimmy Flynn Produced by: Will Slade Cover...

The Flynn Bros. discuss the suddenly omnipresent self-driving cars that have taken over Los Angeles and other cities, then share their impressions of driving alongside them. Later, they comb through an article John wrote 10 years ago and trace the evolution of the self-driving car. Finally, John quizzes Jimmy on the most obscure rules from the DMV handbook.   Subscribe, comment, and leave a rating...

The Flynn Bros. talk about their lifetime experience with Monopoly, from childhood summers to a recent bachelor party. Later, Jimmy shares a brief history of Monopoly, before they discuss the various and infamous “house rules.” Finally, the brothers pitch ideas to modernize the horribly outdated Monopoly game pieces.   Subscribe, comment, and leave a rating. Send questions, comments, or Big Idea s...

The Flynn Bros. pit two of Hollywood’s most iconic stars and lovable lotharios against each other in a variety of categories to determine who reigns supreme.   Subscribe, comment, and leave a rating. Send questions, comments, or Big Idea suggestions to FlynnBrosPod@gmail.com .   Hosted by: John Flynn & Jimmy Flynn Produced by: Will Slade Cover Art by: Leah Garza Opening Song: “Weird Time” by T...

Everyone’s favorite game is back! The Flynn Bros. trade off discussing things they don’t get. Hilarity ensues.   Subscribe, comment, and leave a rating. Send questions, comments, or Big Idea suggestions to FlynnBrosPod@gmail.com .   Hosted by: John Flynn & Jimmy Flynn Produced by: Will Slade Cover Art by: Leah Garza Opening Song: “Weird Time” by The Solons Closing Song: “Compromise” by The Sol...

The Flynn Bros. discuss the most famous adaptations of books into movies and debate which films improve upon their literary counterpart. Later, they delve into what advantages movies have over books, and what types of books are ripe for the cinematic treatment. Finally, they decide once and for all if The Lord of the Rings is better as a book or a movie.   Subscribe, comment, and leave a rating. S...

The Flynn Bros. dive into how they first learned they needed glasses and why they don’t really wear contacts. Later, John gives a brief history of glasses while they mull what different types of frames communicate about a person. Finally, they do a draft of the coolest real and fictional people to wear glasses.   Subscribe, comment, and leave a rating. Send questions, comments, or Big Idea suggest...

The Flynn Bros. dig up some dirt about cheese, from when it was discovered to how it's made. Later, they learn whether American cheese is actually cheese, then discuss the grossest cheese in the entire world. Finally, the brothers choose which five cheeses they would eat for the rest of their lives.   Subscribe, comment, and leave a rating. Send questions, comments, or Big Idea suggestions to Flyn...

The Flynn Bros. discuss American author Kurt Vonnegut and his underrated satirical novel, God Bless You, Mr. Rosewater. Later, they delve into Vonnegut’s powerful insights into automation, income inequality and human dignity that ring as true today as they did in 1965. Finally, they consider why this worthy novel has been lost to history, despite possessing some of their favorite passages in all o...

The Flynn Bros. dive deep on the one-of-a-kind life lived by the Austrian Superman, touching on his rough childhood and examining his breakthrough into worldwide fame. Later, they evaluate his film career, including his iconic turn as the Terminator as well as his ignominious rendition of Mr. Freeze in “Batman and Robin.” Finally, the brothers look back on his eight years as governor of California...

The Flynn Bros. play a new game where they ask themselves questions to figure out what they’re young enough to still do and what they're too old to even try.   Subscribe, comment, and leave a rating. Send questions, comments, or Big Idea suggestions to FlynnBrosPod@gmail.com .   Hosted by: John Flynn & Jimmy Flynn Produced by: Will Slade Cover Art by: Leah Garza Opening Song: “Weird Time” by T...

The Flynn Bros. share the medically recommended level of physical exercise and evaluate if they themselves get enough. Later, they discuss the ill effects of society’s increasingly sedentary lifestyle, and provide enough scary stats to get you sitting up straighter. Finally, they evaluate RFK’s schemes to get America moving again before diving into the questionably true details of our president’s...

The Flynn Bros. discuss Tiger Woods’ recent DUI arrest, then run through his storied history of automobile incidents. Later, they try to figure out how Tiger Woods is still legally allowed to drive and why he hasn’t hired a personal chauffeur. Finally, Jimmy tests John’s knowledge with some bizarre car trivia.   Subscribe, comment, and leave a rating. Send questions, comments, or Big Idea suggesti...

The Flynn Bros. question why child actors struggle to sustain success as they age, then trace the history of Hollywood’s pint-sized performers. Later, they run through different categories of child stars, from the ones who flamed out, to the ones who are still Hollywood icons. Finally, they share some tips to help child stars smoothly transition to adulthood.   Subscribe, comment, and leave a rati...

The FBI is back! Flynn Brothers Investigations turns its scrupulous eye onto one of the most beloved children’s characters—Winnie-the-Pooh.   Subscribe, comment, and leave a rating. Send questions, comments, or Big Idea suggestions to FlynnBrosPod@gmail.com .   Hosted by: John Flynn & Jimmy Flynn Produced by: Will Slade Cover Art by: Leah Garza Opening Song: “Weird Time” by The Solons Closing...

The Flynn Bros. play their patented game, taking turns talking about things they don’t get. Later, they play a fun St. Patrick’s Day-themed game called “Kiss or Pinch.”    Subscribe, comment, and leave a rating. Send questions, comments, or Big Idea suggestions to FlynnBrosPod@gmail.com .   Hosted by: John Flynn & Jimmy Flynn Produced by: Will Slade Cover Art by: Leah Garza Opening Song: “Weir...

The Flynn Bros. compare literature’s two most famous private detectives, evaluating their sidekicks, personal quirks and crime-solving prowess. Later, they dive into the history of their authors, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and Agatha Christie, then discuss the influences that inspired their iconic sleuths. Finally, the brothers pit the two legendary characters against each other to determine who earns...

The Flynn Bros. discuss their love of coffee and do a brief history of the world’s largest coffee brand. Later, they evaluate Starbucks’s biggest innovations, from Frappucinos to their Rewards program, and consider how they’ve changed America’s relationship with coffee. Finally, the brothers tackle Starbucks’s cutesy rebrand and wonder about the role of the “Third Place” in American culture.   Sub...

The Flynn Bros. randomly pick topics from a bag and debate them. From which Hollywood action star should be deemed “Mr. January” to why Girl Scout Cookies have gotten worse, it’s a pop culture goodie bag!   Subscribe, comment, and leave a rating. Send questions, comments, or Big Idea suggestions to FlynnBrosPod@gmail.com .   Hosted by: John Flynn & Jimmy Flynn Produced by: Will Slade Cover Art...

The Flynn Bros. trace the history of the world’s most romantic and commercialized holiday. Later, they discuss how Valentine’s Day lost its way and how it can be improved. Finally, they debate classic Valentine’s Day gifts in a game they call “Heart or Hate?”   Subscribe, comment, and leave a rating. Send questions, comments, or Big Idea suggestions to FlynnBrosPod@gmail.com .   Hosted by: John Fl...

The Flynn Bros. dive into the performances by Sean Connery, Pierce Brosnan and Daniel Craig as 007 and discuss which of them did Bond best. Later, they investigate how the film franchise has reflected its time: from the swinging 60s, to the campy, action-packed 90s, to the gritty realism of the 2010s. Finally, they put on their producer caps and offer unsolicited advice for the upcoming Bond reboo...

The Flynn Bros. evaluate Ian Fleming’s best-selling book series to learn more about everybody’s favorite spy. Later, they talk about James Bond’s little-known background, his canonical physical characteristics and his taste in cars, booze and women. Finally, this is just part one of a two-part podcast! Tune in next week to hear the brothers’ takes on the Bond movies that have been, and the reboot...

The Flynn Bros. give a brief history of the origins and evolution of eating contests. Later, they talk about what it takes to be a competitive eater and why the sport has generated so much controversy. Finally, Jim regales listeners with tales of his most impressive eating accomplishments.   Subscribe, comment, and leave a rating. Send questions, comments, or Big Idea suggestions to FlynnBrosPod@g...

The Flynn Bros. discuss the legendary career of one of basketball’s most mythologized figures, Shaquille O’Neal. Later, they touch on all the off-the-court and post-career moves that have made Shaq a global icon. Finally, Jim tests John’s knowledge of The Diesel with a Shaq Quiz.   Subscribe, comment, and leave a rating. Send questions, comments, or Big Idea suggestions to FlynnBrosPod@gmail.com ....