Bryan and Mario are back in front of the mic this week and doing what any well-prepared professionals would do—going through an interesting yet chaotic guest list document they've written, and realizing they may have accidentally included voice actors from half the golden era of Need for Speed. At this point, a full pivot to a racing podcast feels inevitable.

Mario later gets to jump on his soapbox (again) for the PWHL’s return to Detroit, declaring—loudly—that women’s hockey belongs in the Motor City, and honestly, he’s not wrong.

Also on this episode, are podcasts becoming overwhelmed by famous people and there are not enough average Joe's starting one? And how has this resulted in outrageous production costs and less heart and soul put into crafting something fun.

Plus, the guys rave about the Project Hail Mary movie, seriously consider breaking up with Netflix over its prices, and remind everyone that Justin Long is an American national treasure who crushes it in whatever role he gets.

The state of Michigan doesn't provide the craziest of meteorological moments, but the percentage isn't zero, and this past week saw a tornado touch down causing catastrophic damage and ruining lives of many families. Mario and Bryan discuss the impact severe weather had on the home state for the Aliens, why this tornado was so different compared to others in Michigan, and how did it happen. Also, do earthquakes ever hit here? You'd be amazed to find out that it does! The guys view a chart of past earthquakes to hit the state in the last few decades, and have a story session on some that they have experienced.

Plus, the podcast's favorite viewer from England, day one homeboy Denver, returns to the show to provide a sliver of an update on life across the pond, and why a visit from fans that came by in the original studio days....you know, the OG Detroit backyard garage days....give off the highest of highs in the joy department for the Aliens.

It's an episode of pure wholesomeness, giving the tips and tricks of succeeding in the health game, and why the state of Michigan has such oddities with weather and earthquakes.

What a month of February in the world of sports, as countries converged to Italy for the Winter Olympics to compete for medals, use up all of the condoms, and try to say they are better than the other in a high-stakes, high-energy environment. Bryan and Mario have fun thinking back to the best, worst, and most WTF moments of the games!

America owns women's figure skating, a Norwegian skier wins gold in every race he entered, while a teammate let the world know of his infidelity. A Slovakian fugitive was caught, an American skiing legend suffers a gruesome injury, Canada cheats in curling (allegedly), and a cute dog gets involved in the action. USA Hockey gave their fierce rivals Canada two massive L's in the gold medal games, with the guys and gals saying kilometers aren't better than miles. But many in the country are now saying the guys are traitors for visiting the White House? Is that warranted?

On the movie entertainment side, Project Hail Mary is shaping to be quite the hit, as early reviewers are hailing it as an amazing adaption of the Andy Weir novel. The guys get geeked for the film by thinking of the best sci-fi movies of all time and ranking them on a totally legit and valid tier list. Right answers only.

It's an episode of debates, gasps, forehead slaps, and a whole lot of hype and anticipation.

This week, Mario and Bryan get the conversation kicked off about Minnesota, where political activism and high-profile ICE moments have turned the state into a national flashpoint. Is it all becoming too much at once, or is there a better way these situations should be handled moving forward?

Then, the long-awaited Epstein Files finally start going public — and the details are juicy. Photos, celebrity name drops, and plenty of uncomfortable revelations spark a discussion on what actually matters, what doesn’t, and how to separate facts from speculation.

Plus, the guys break down what the right amount of body fat really is, react to how the U.S. government and IndyCar seemingly pulled a Washington, D.C. race out of thin air for America’s 250th birthday, and wrap things up with some pure nostalgia — why running a PlayStation 2 emulator on your PC is elite, especially when it means firing up WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2007.

Mario and Bryan kick off 2026 the only way they know how: with a full-on banger of a podcast episode. The guys look back on a wild 2025 in their personal lives, from health journeys, love, and surgeries to unexpected ancestry revelations that sent them digging into who they really are and where they come from. It’s reflective, honest, and occasionally unhinged—in the best way possible. Can also blame the live show chat (we love our fans).

From there, it’s a full recap of the chaos that was 2025. The Aliens debate the best and worst moments across sports, pop culture, and politics, trying to decide once and for all if last year truly lived up to its “wacky” reputation. And because it wouldn’t be this podcast without some big-picture takes, they peer into the future to ask the real questions: are we headed toward total societal meltdown, how swole will Bryan and Mario get in the gym, is Argentina going back-to-back at the World Cup, or is there a long-awaited Detroit Red Wings return to the NHL Playoffs? Buckle up—2026 starts here.

The 2026 World Cup group stage draw happened in Washington D.C., and somehow FIFA managed to turn a simple ping-pong ball ceremony into an overcaffeinated stage show. This week, Mario and Bryan break down the whole thing, from the dramatic lighting, the interesting musical performance of YMCA, and the part no one asked for: Donald Trump dancing awkwardly on stage and receiving a medal for absolutely no stated reason.

The boys go through each group with their trademark mix of insight, roasting, and “this will age badly” predictions, along with calling out the favorites, the frauds, and the dark horses that everyone will pretend they believed in from the start.

Then Mario drops some big news: he’s officially entering a major sim race on the digital Indianapolis Motor Speedway! Hopping on a grid featuring potential real-world drivers, media personalities, and that one team that named themselves after a cursed “67” meme, Mario is prepping to wheel an alien-liveried rocket ship around IMS. The existential question: Is his “sponsor” actually okay with their logo being slapped onto a car that’s going to be seen by a live online audience?

From the absurdity in D.C. to the chaos ahead on the pitch, as well as Bryan surviving the stress of watching his co-host try not to lawn-dart himself into the SAFER barrier, this episode delivers all the energy, sarcasm, and excitement Mario & Bryan are known for.

After a month-long break, Bryan and Mario make their triumphant return to the mics… for about five minutes. Just as the guys start catching up, Nintendo decides to remind the world who’s boss—swiftly cutting their internet the moment they react to the brand-new Super Mario Galaxy movie trailer. Coincidence? The boys think not.

Once the tech gods allow the stream to resurrect, the duo settles in for a packed episode. Mario talks about finally getting that long-overdue shoulder surgery, Bryan updates everyone on his continued domination of his weight-loss journey, and their retro video-game hunting stories go international as Canada joins the adventure log.

But that’s not all—Bryan loses his mind over a modded Need for Speed: Carbon trailer, the guys shout out the newest nations punching their ticket to the upcoming World Cup, and they even debate whether Megadeth may have dropped a rare miss with their newest track.

A chaotic return. A global hunt. A questionable Megadeth moment.

Welcome back to the madness.

Bryan and Mario dust off their explorer hats and whip out their inner Indiana Jones as they embark on a wild hunt through the hidden temples of gaming—tracking down elusive racing video game collector’s editions. From Japan-only treasures, to mysterious behind-the-scenes discs, and dusty relics packed with stickers and diecast cars, the boys stumble upon loot that would make even Dr. Jones jealous.

But the real golden idol? The announcement that the Forza Horizon series is finally heading to Japan! The teaser trailer has the duo geeking out over drifting through neon-soaked streets—and it sparks hope that deep vehicle customization could finally be on the horizon.

As if that wasn’t enough treasure for one adventure, Bryan reveals his latest haul: a limited-edition hat (1 of only 1000) repping Eastern Michigan’s own Noah Knigga. With whip-crack energy, he sends out an open invitation to both the player and the school to join the show.

Get ready for laughs, hype, and maybe a few booby traps—it’s a collector’s quest you don’t want to miss.