Talkin BS: Recent Episodes
Talkin BS
Corey Bell and Van Santos have been friends for over 15 years. After all those years of weekly phone calls, they decided to start recording their talks. Talkin BS (Bell/Santos) is the product of those phone calls. Corey and Van discuss a variety of topics from sports to food to pup-culture.
Certain themes have been born out of the process. Here are a few: 1) A Wave starts with a Ripple. Be the Ripple for positive change. 2) Chime Time: If you hear a chime in the middle of an episode, it's time to take a drink. 3) When in doubt, apply the Sliding Scale to the situation.
Corey and Van unpack one of the wilder Ted Lasso Episodes, Episode 9: Beard After Hours.
Corey is back!
Corey and Van unpack one of the biggest episodes of the season. LDN152 and BossGirl finally meet. Roy and Jamie face fatherly issues. Ted finally cracks.
Corey is back! After spending Labor Day Weekend at the hospital, he and Katie welcomed their second son Landry to the family. Van asks Corey a ton of questions about the final stages of pregnancy and Landry might have even made his podcast debut...
Van welcomes Evan Thon to Ted Talkin' to discuss Episode 7 "Headspace."
Evan and Van get geared up to attend the US Mens Soccer Team Match in Nashville as they break down this week's episode of Ted Lasso before heading to the match. Roy and Keeley confront conflict. Nate continues to struggle with his new found "fame." Ted takes on therapy.
Hope you enjoyed this week's episode as much as we did!
Corey and Van welcome Winston Arnold back to Talkin' BS for a catch up session!
In Part II, Winston and Corey reminisce about their time in the Navy. They share stories from both on and off the boat. They close out the conversation by describing how the Navy has shaped their lives to this day.
To hear more from Winston, check out The Lesser Known Podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-lesser-known-podcast/id1564646152, where he and three of his buddies discuss Georgia wildlife.
Corey and Van welcome Winston Arnold back to Talkin' BS for a catch up session!
In Part I, Winston weighs in on some old Talkin' BS topics, describes meeting Corey, and recounts his first few years in the Navy.
To hear more from Winston, check out The Lesser Known Podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-lesser-known-podcast/id1564646152, where he and three of his buddies discuss Georgia wildlife.
Van welcomes Cody Bell and Winston Arnold to discuss Episode 6 "The Signal."
Cody, Van, and Winston break down the various story arcs from this week's episode. Higgins tests his friendship with Coach Beard. Rebecca's mother surprises her. Jamie seeks some of the Roy Kent Effect. Nate becomes the Big Dog. Ted breaks...
Hope you enjoyed this week's episode as much as we did!
Corey is preparing for the birth of his second child, so Kimberly (Van's Wife!) sits in as the guest-host for episode 40.
Van and Kimberly welcome Kendahl Schnell to Talkin' BS. Kendahl is the Founder and Director of Uno's Home for Wayward Cats and Dogs, an animal shelter located in Birmingham, Alabama. Kendahl discusses her early recognition of her affinity for animals and how that crafted education and employment. Kendahl discusses the gifts and challenges of caring for 60+ animals at a quickly growing rescue.
Nonprofits such as Uno's Home survive on donations. If you wish to donate or buy a T-Shirt, please visit https://unoshome.org/.
Corey and Van welcome Corey's old Navy buddy, Winston Arnold, to discuss Episode 5 "Rainbow."
Each episode continues to raise the bar. The guys talk about Nate's battle with being more assertive; Roy's struggle with finding his true passion; and Rebecca's secret Bantr crush. If you love Rom-Com references... this episode is for you!
In Part II, Corey, Kiko, and Van talk about how the conversation of race occurs in the news and media. Next they discuss the intersection of race, police, and the carceral system. Lastly, they talk about affirmative action and race in the workplace.
The guys close the conversation with discussing: What can we do to help fix the problem?
Corey and Van are joined by Jerry "Kiko" Scruggs to talk about Race in America.
In Part I, they discuss Kiko's education and background. They talk about systemic racism and the nuances of race issues in America.
Corey and Van welcome Jon Lemond to Talkin' BS to discuss Episode 4 of Season 2 of Ted Lasso.
It's Christmas in Richmond! Phoebe has some dental hygiene woes. Rebecca and Ted team up to give away gifts. Higgie Smalls aka Higgins hosts a Christmas party for the team.
Corey and Van welcome Ben Harrington back to Talkin' BS for a discussion about working remotely. Ben has worked in the tech industry for the last 10 years and has mastered many work-from-home techniques.
The guys remember the first days of Covid-19 in March of 2020. They discuss the hilarity and awkwardness of the first few months of zoom meetings and remote calls. Then, they talk about the importance of eating habits, concentration, vibe, and physical comfort when working from home. They close out the episode with a discussion of where they think the remote workforce is headed in our society.
Corey and Van welcome Ben Harrington to Talkin' BS to discuss Episode 3 of Ted Lasso.
Sassy is back with Rebecca's goddaughter Nora. Ted employs the services of Led Tasso. Sam is faced with a moral dilemma after he lands his biggest sponsorship.
Corey and Van welcome Kimberly Santos (Van's Wife!) to Talkin' BS to discuss Self-Care.
Corey's family has recently experienced some health issues and Kimberly has been on a Self-Care journey for a few months now.
The group discusses the traditional and non-traditional techniques for taking care of yourself.
Corey and Van present the first installment of their "Ted Talkin'" Series. Ted Talkin' will be a weekly episode review of the Apple Plus TV Show: Ted Lasso.
This week, Corey and Van review the first two episodes of the season. What does the Doc's presence mean for Ted? What's going on with Nate the Great? Roy unleashes on Live TV. The retunr of Jamie Tartt.
Corey and Van welcome their friend Zack Huff to Talkin' BS to talk some recent sports stories.
The guys talk about the NBA Finals, Conor McGregor, the MLB All-Star Break, Richard Sherman, Sha'Carri Richardson, Trevor Bauer, and other recent sports stories.
Corey and Van welcome Daniel Ericsson to Talkin' BS. Daniel joins the show from Hammaro, Sweden.
The guys discuss mandated Swedish Military service; how Soccer/Futbol brought Daniel to the United States; and The Euros. Constant throughout the conversation are the noted differences between the American and Swedish cultures.
Corey, Daniel, and Van continue their discussion about the differences in American and Swedish culture. They talk about the different education and healthcare systems and how the systems impact the general population's experiences with mental health.
Corey and Van take a deep dive into the massive changes that NCAA Student Athletes face in Name, Image, and Likeness rules. Van offers a legal analysis of the current landscape.
The boys welcome current Mississippi State Long Snapper Colby Cox and former Cincinnati Quarterback Hayden Moore to offer their perspective.
Corey and Van tell their origin story. They explain how and why they started the podcast. They also explain a lot of the themes and inside jokes that have been born out of the podcast.
If you are new to the podcast, this is the episode for you!
Corey and Van welcome triathlete Ryan Best to Talkin BS. They start the discussion with a general overview of triathlons.
Ryan talks about what it takes to compete and succeed in such an intense sport.
Ryan also discusses what it is like to be a black/minority competitor in the sport.
The finale includes Ryan's story of perseverance and what drives him to continuously pursue his mental and physical limits.
OK! We hear you! There were so many comments and texts about our last episode on Fast Food. We had to do a short follow up episode. We discuss a few topics that we missed including McDonald's forever-broken ice cream machine, our favorite sauces, and the best places to grab cold desserts on the go.
Is Chinese food considered fast food? Who has the best fast food burger/fries/chicken sandwich? What is the proper two-lane drive-thru etiquette?
Corey and Van answer a ton of questions from the Talkin BS listeners in this mouthwatering episode about Fast Food.
Corey, Van, and Preston segue into the college years. They talk about Preston staying at Alabama for an extra two years to "get his masters." They discuss what he does now as a mechanical engineer. Preston describes his hobby of gardening. The guys close out the conversation with Preston's realization of all of the things that he's been doing wrong prior to getting married.
Corey and Van welcome Preston Bushey on to the podcast. Preston and Van have known each other since they were four years old. After a few icebreakers, Preston and Van reminisce on their first memories together. Corey and Preston discuss the pros and cons of a Public vs. Private School education.
Corey is in Nashville for a quick catchup with Van. The boys talk about the Friends Reunion on HBOMax, the Julio Jones trade to the Tennessee Titans, and they return to the ideas of Home Survival spurred on by Bo Burnham's new special, Inside, on Netflix.
Corey and Van go to the moon with Special Guest Josh Snyder. After Josh lost his job in 2020, he began a journey into day trading. Today, he trades primarily in cryptocurrency and he shares his thoughts on the growing and polarizing market.
Corey, Evan, and Van discuss popular conspiracy theories and mysteries such as 9/11, Hollywood, Adrenochrome, Giants, Simulation Theory, and Time Travel.
Corey and Van welcome Evan Thon onto the podcast to discuss popular conspiracy theories and mysteries. They discuss aliens, JFK, and the moon landing in this first of two parts.
In light of Elon Musk's recent SNL performance, Corey and Van discuss Musk's rise and his planned ventures including wifi satellites, colonizing mars, and pushing crypto-currency.
Corey and Van continue their discussion on superheroes. In Part II, they focus primarily on the Marvel Franchise and the two most recent installments of the superhero saga.
Corey and Van discuss the world's obsession with superheroes. Which franchises are better? Who was the best batman?
In Part II, the boys discuss stigmas that are attached to heavy metal music. They reflect on the state of the heavy metal music scene. They close out the episode with some rapid fire questions from the crowd.
Corey and Van are joined by special guest Brandon Dowd. Brandon is a realtor who used to work with Van in hospitality. In Part I, the boys catch up on Brandon's recent job change, they field some questions from the peanut gallery, and they talk about what got them into heavy music in the first place.
Corey and Van discuss how to replicate success in Movies, Music, TV shows, and Sports.
Topics Covered: The new Mortal Kombat remake. Favorite and least favorite sequels. The ending of Game of Thrones and Dexter. Disney live action remakes. Favorite remakes/covers of songs. The NBA GOAT conversation without Kobe, MJ, and Lebron. Favorite Saban-era Alabama Football Team.
Corey and Van catch up on the week's events. These include the Nashville SC home opener, the Jake Paul Ben Askren fight, the announcement of the European Super League. The boys finish out this shorter episode with a documentary review on the show Murder Among The Mormons, which can be found on Netflix.
Corey and Van get serious with Tyler and discuss parenting. Corey and Tyler both have kids and discuss screen time and child discipline ideas. Tyler closes out the conversation with a discussion of cancel culture.
Van and Corey welcome Tyler King to the podcast. He gives his take on some past topics including Friendship and Mental Health. Kimberly crashes the pod to talk about recycling. We ask Tyler questions from the crowd. Part I concludes with Corey and Tyler talking about basketball and MMA. Why can't fruit be compared?
Corey and Van recap the wedding weekend. Van answers some questions. The boys close out their discussion on the HBO Q documentary. The close out the episode with a long discussion the Netflix Seaspiracy documentary and the health of our oceans.
Corey and Van discuss the recent shootings in Atlanta and Colorado. They pose various solutions to the gun violence problem in the United States. Corey brings up a recent documentary about QAnon and Free Speech on the Internet.
Corey and Van revisit the topic of Sports. They discuss the return of sports, March madness, Alabama basketball, sports betting, and soccer.
Corey and Van discuss technology and the connectivity of our society. Fair warning... they go off on some wild tangents in this one.
Corey and Van are joined by The Codys, known throughout the podcast as Mr. S and Cody B. They discuss a myriad of topics revolving around being siblings.
Corey and Van discuss all things communication: public speaking, changing your accent, and tailoring the conversation to your audience. They also discuss curse words: how they are used, interpreted, and communicated.
Corey and Van discuss all things personal hygiene, from brushing teeth, showering, to manscaping. They also talk about keeping your car clean and what that says about the driver. Lastly, the boys discuss home organization and a recent trip to the container store.
The boys recall one last bachelor party story and then Corey discusses his time in the Navy.
He describes the process of signing up, his basic training experience, and what life was like underwater.
Corey and Van's first real episode of 2021! They share a bunch of bachelor party stories. Then they talk about wedding food, speeches, and music. They close out with a small conversation about honeymoons.
Corey and Van discuss the craziness of the year 2020. The discussion includes their most memorable moments, how Covid affected their lives, and celebrities that were lost. Corey and Van talk about New Years resolutions and whether or not they believe in them. They close out the conversation by discussing their outlook on 2021.
Corey and Van discuss decorations, traditions, gift giving, movies, and all things Christmas.
Corey asks Van all about his time in the Valet/Hospitality Industry. Van has spent a large part of the last years working at various levels of the industry and he shares an inside look.
Corey and Van discuss the stigmas that come with the mental health discussion. They also talk about issues within the systems that are designed to treat and handle mental health disorders.
Corey and Van had an election night discussion on politics. Van played the role of ill-informed voter and let Corey take the reins on a topic that he is incredibly passionate about.
Corey and Van discuss the various different types of friendships, including the layers and characteristics of each.
Corey and Van discuss the different types of risk that occur in every day life.
They discuss how risks affect decision making in their personal and professional lives.
The boys share a bunch of stories about making risky decisions.
In the very first Cold Call, Corey and Van talk about what TV Shows they are watching and what shows are on their list to watch.
Corey and Van break down their favorite sports teams and how they became fans of each.
They discuss what it means to truly be a fanatic.
They discuss the unwritten rules for band-wagon fans.
They close out the conversation by talking about superstitions and the emotional rollercoaster of being a sports fan.
Corey and Van continue the conversation, discussing times when social media impacted business decisions.
They talk about whether social media platforms should have the right to censor content of their users.
Corey gets riled up over fake news and the deeply negative impact that social media can have on society.
The boys close out Part II by discussing how social media effects politics.
In Part I, Corey and Van try to define social media and ponder whether it is good for society.
They discuss the effect that social media has on kids and reminisce about getting their first cell phone.
They close out Part I talking about bullying, filters, fake narratives, and catfishing.
Corey and Van discuss Masculinity in 2020. Van talks about playing in a band and wearing skinny jeans. The boys discuss whether it's important to strive to be masculine. Corey poses the question, "What if your child is gay?" The boys talk about the last time they cried. The boys discuss whether it is important to look physically fit as a man and, if so, why?
The boys introduce themselves and bounce around a couple of questions to discuss how the podcast came about and where it is heading.