Toonen to Dillon Podcast

Episode 105 👨‍👩‍👦🍴🔥 This week on Toonen To Dillon, AJ is joined by his wife, Gabrielle, for a fun offseason episode as they play a round of Overrated or Underrated, share family updates, and announce an exciting new project that gives back to the Dylan Family Foundation. 📸 Overrated vs. Underrated: family photos, meal prep, road trips & more 🍴 The Dining with the Dillons Recipe Collecti...

Episode 104 🌍🏆👶🎴Will is off on safari in Africa, so AJ takes the mic solo this week for a packed offseason update covering sports, family life, and the booming card hobby. From championship celebrations to World Cup hype and baby-prep mode, there’s plenty to catch up on. From Green Bay summers to global sports, collector trends, and preparing for baby No. 2, this week’s episode covers a little...

Episode 103 🦁✈️🏈 This week on Toonen To Dillon , AJ and Will recap a memorable baby shower weekend, react to Christian Watson’s new contract, and gear up for one of the wildest adventures yet as Will prepares to head off on an African safari. 👶 Baby shower recap and preparing for baby girl.🏈 Christian Watson gets paid — what it means for the Packers🧊 NFL Top 100 debates and the “Iceman” conve...

The NFL offseason is officially off the rails. This week, AJ and Will break down the biggest trade rumors and blockbuster moves shaking up the league, including Miles Garrett heading to the Rams, AJ Brown landing in New England, and the possibility of Aaron Donald making one more run. Plus, the guys debate who actually wins these deals and what it means for the season ahead. 🏈 Miles Garrett to th...

Episode 101 ☀️🏈 Summer officially showed up. This week the guys talk Memorial Day weekend, NASCAR chaos at the Coca-Cola 600, OTA heat in Carolina, and why football jersey numbers are completely out of control now. From Door County hammock naps to safari prep panic, it’s a full-on summer vibes episode. 🏎️ Coca-Cola 600 recap + NASCAR card collecting🌡️ AJ surviving Carolina heat, rainstorms, and “...

Episode 100 🥂🎙️ Started just with random conversations… now we’re 100 episodes deep. This week, we looked back on the journey from recording our first pod with a bottle of Josh wine in 2021 to everything the podcast has become today — the guests, the stories, the laughs, and all of you who’ve tuned in along the way. We talked: 🏈 How sports, music, and culture have changed since Episode 1 🎵 Drak...

Episode 99 is live 🎙️🏓This week, we recorded our first-ever live podcast from Pickleball for a Purpose at The Picklr in Green Bay — supporting the Dylan Family Foundation and helping combat hunger while empowering families in the community. We talked:🏓 Pickleball injuries, recovery, and getting your “duper” score up💪 Training, mobility, and staying healthy with Dr. Jansen & Dr. Greenberg🎴...

Episode 98 is live 🎙️This week, AJ and Will sit down with ultrarunner Mark D to talk about endurance, discipline, and the mindset behind running 300+ miles nonstop.🏃 How running became an outlet for processing life🧠 Fighting self-doubt in the middle of exhaustion💪 The discipline of keeping promises to yourself📈 Building success without losing your purpose🍺 Beer miles, backyard ultras, and the...

Episode 97 just dropped 🎙️ AJ and Will are back breaking down NFL Draft reactions, rookie expectations, and the reality of “getting it out the mud” vs today’s NIL era 💰 🏈 Draft takeaways + sleeper picks you should know 💳 AJ on being broke in college vs NIL millions today 📈 Rookie mindset, OTA vibes, and earning your spot 🃏 Hobby Report: card investing + deep sleeper names Tune in to the lates...

Episode 96 just dropped 🎙️Ahman Green joins the show and it’s way more than just football. 🏈 All-time leading rusher for the Packers breaking down his mindset 🎮 Life after football: building esports programs & winning championships 🔥 Inside his historic 2003 season We also get into:🎴 Card collecting & anime talk😂 Wild Brett Favre locker room moments🦇 Batman vs Spider-Man debateFootba...

Episode 95 is live 🎙️ From moving chaos to Masters weekend to sleeper picks in the hobby — this one’s all over the place in the best way. 📦 Life in the NFL offseason (4 cities at once 😅) 🍗 Bojangles vs Culver’s debate gets REAL ⛳ Masters recap + Rory talk 🏃‍♂️ 306-mile race breakdown (yes… 306) 📈 Hobby Report: sleeper card picks to buy now 😂 Kyler to the Vikings?? (Will denies everything) P...

AJ & Will sit down with Saints RB Audric Estimé to talk NFL journey, staying ready, and what it really takes to produce when your number gets called. From Notre Dame records to bouncing around the league and finishing strong — this one’s all about mindset. Disclaimer: Views expressed in this podcast are those of the guests and hosts, and do not necessarily reflect the official stance of the NF...

Charlotte era loading… AJ and Will are settling into the Panthers chapter while juggling moving chaos, family life, and offseason grind — and building out their “Charlotte playbook” with food spots, card shops, and even NASCAR plans. This episode bounces from life updates to wild headlines (12 tons of stolen Kit Kats 😅), March Madness heartbreak, and a new low-key gaming addiction. It’s all over...

Big Panthers news! AJ and Will recap AJ signing with the Carolina Panthers and break down what NFL free agency really feels like behind the scenes — the waiting game, the moving pieces, and how quickly life can change in the league. From the Charlotte visit and physical process to house hunting, jersey numbers, and settling into a new city, this episode is all about the next chapter. They also tal...

Comedian Chris Harvey joins the pod! AJ and Will sit down with the Akron native to talk stand-up, bombing on stage, touring with Steve-O, and what it’s really like learning how to make strangers laugh night after night. From small clubs to big theaters, Chris shares how he got into comedy, how different cities react, and why Miami crowds might be the toughest in the game. Disclaimer: Views express...

Episode 90 is a Disney debrief! AJ and Will recap the family trip to Disney World — from favorite rides and snacks to best parks, characters, and a full-on debate about Lightning McQueen’s legacy. Was he really the GOAT, or are those Piston Cups just Disney propaganda? The guys also talk family vacation strategy, Trey’s Disney experience, and why the Dillon family might have the perfect park bluep...

Men’s league playoff domination! AJ and Will recap Will’s Green Bay basketball playoff run — heavy minutes, hustle plays, and a championship win with the squad. From hardwood battles to postgame fish fry celebrations, the guys break down the game, the vibes, and the legendary Sidekicks spicy cheese curds. They also talk about the upcoming Dillon family Disney trip, the chaos of NFL free agency aro...

Episode 88 – Olympics, Combine Stories & Offseason Grind AJ and Will kick things off debating their Olympic futures (Will curling? AJ on the Bobsled??) before diving into NFL Combine week and AJ’s firsthand experience—from Wonderlic tests to rapid-fire interview questions and running a 4.5 at 247. They talk offseason routines, Florida vs. Midwest grit, golf goals, Disney prep, and why Wisconsi...

Comedian Geoffrey Asmus joins AJ for a hilarious, honest conversation. Geoffrey shares his origin story—from bombing in Madison bars to headlining nationwide—plus the mental battle of silence after a bad joke and why those first three minutes on stage matter most. They get into Midwest roots, the best cities for comedy (and the worst), tour life essentials, hecklers, and the surprising similaritie...

AJ & Will are back — Florida edition. ☀️ The guys recap Super Bowl takeaways (defense wins championships?), debate kicker MVP talk, and break down their favorite Super Bowl foods. AJ shares why this might be the most excited he’s been to play ball heading into Year 7, how he’s reinventing his offseason routine, and what free agency looks like this time around. Big energy, big goals, and big of...

Episode 85 is all about the hobby. AJ sits down with Alex, founder of AGS Grading and Collector’s Club, to talk building passion-driven businesses, the future of card grading, massive pull stories (including a $200K Steph Curry 1/1), and what collectors should actually be chasing. From tech and transparency to Miami card culture, this one’s a must-watch for collectors. Disclaimer: Views expressed...

Sunday pod vibes! AJ and Will catch up from Florida and frigid Green Bay to talk cold-weather grit, NFL playoff picks, Fun Run 4 addictions, and how 2026 resolutions are going so far. They get into workouts, wellness, and what a no-equipment fitness plan could look like on the road — plus they recap on that potential shirtless pod episode 👀Stay warm. Stay sweaty. Stay locked in. Let us know what...

NFL running back Darrynton Evans joins the pod! From Tennessee to Chicago to Buffalo to beyond, Darrynton shares his journey through the league, how he balances football with off-the-field passions like music, gaming, and content creation, and what it's really like bouncing between teams. The guys talk playoff predictions, staying grounded, and building a brand beyond the game. Disclaimer: Vie...

Tobias Eats joins the pod! We talk food, sports, content creation, card collecting, and staying grounded while building a brand. From NFL playoff takes to rapid-fire food questions (and a Super Bowl feast you won’t believe), this episode’s got it all. Plus, Tobias shares how a free meal hustle turned into Yummy Media Group and a growing media empire. Let’s eat. Disclaimer: Views expressed in this...

Playoffs are here and 2026 is off to a hot start! The guys break in new mics, talk New Year vibes, college football’s Final Four, NFL playoff matchups, and the word of the year: dominance . Plus, rapid-fire takes on airport etiquette, cereal crimes, and public volume villains. Disclaimer: Views expressed in this podcast are those of the guests and hosts, and do not necessarily reflect the official...