Let's try this again. In a shocking turn of events, the boys are BACK this week with our SEASON 11 premiere. The boys are joined by long-time homie, 18 East's Antonio Ciongoli. Antonio hits the stu to talk about cutting his teeth amongst the greats at Ralph Lauren, his untouchable design pedigree, and then venturing out and doing things his own way at 18 East. Then, in what may very well be our last Captain's Log/Letters to Home ever, the core 4 all give their own constructive criticism after FU's disastrous 3 year run. See you next week?

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Born to Run with 18 East's Antonio Ciongoli

In a shocking turn of events, the boys are BACK this week with our SEASON 11 premiere. The boys are joined by long-time homie, 18 East's Antonio Ciongoli. Antonio hits the stu to talk about cutting his teeth amongst the greats at Ralph Lauren, his untouchable design pedigree, and then venturing out and doing things his own way at 18 East. Then, in what may very well be our last Captain's Log/Letters to Home ever, the core 4 all give their own constructive criticism after FU's disastrous 3 year run. See you next week?

In part 2 of our season 10 finale, the boys and PFT continue their award winning conversation, covering everything from why he copped a month's worth of vintage band tees, where he sees Pardon My Take in 10 years and getting to the bottom of his spiciest take of all time.

All Fits Matter Pt. II with Pardon My Take’s PFT Commenter

Lady and gents, we got him! This week, Jimmy and Larry are joined by PMT's very own PFT Commenter. In part 1 of our spicy interview with PFT, the boys discuss the moment PFT found out he's poor, why he doesn't fuck with Heelys, and how he uses his fame for good.

All Fits Matter Pt. I with Pardon My Take’s PFT Commenter

The boys are back this week delivering Pt. II of our all-time blassic interview with GQ's Mark Anthony Green. Smash that mf play button to hear about the worst fit MAG has worn to a Target, who his Mt. Rushmore of directors is, and how he feels about the new golden era GQ. 

Fit Pic Stolen Valor Pt. II with GQ’s Mark Anthony Green

Jimmy and Larry are back this week part one of an outrageous studio sesh featuring GQ's Mark Anthony Green. MAG hit the stu to talk about why Tokyo is the best city in the world, why house slippers are the ultimate luxury, and what makes a substantial collaboration. 

Fit Pic Stolen Valor Pt. I with GQ’s Mark Anthony Green

Jimmy and Larry are hitting the high seas this week with none other than Rowing Blazers' founder Jack Carlson. Jack joins the boys to talk through prep's revival, the pizza and soda-based diet of a champion rower, the subtle art of turd hazing and what it's like collaborating with all of your favorite brands. Then, in Captain's Log/Letters to Home, we've got ourselves the FU financial scandal of the century

Dirty Bulking with Rowing Blazers’ Jack Carlson

This week, the boys are bringing you the only jawnz ep that matters, featuring none other than Blamo!'s Jeremy Kirkland. Jeremy hits the stu to talk about what it takes to dress like a cool dad, how to finesse your way to Italy, why FU is his favorite podcast, and the differences between class and swag. Then, in Captain's Log/Letters to Home, James breaks down how he milked Barstool benefits at a Buffalo Bills game.

Luxury Podding with Jeremy Kirkland

This week, James and Lawrence are joined by their mother and Shoppe Object founder, Minya Quirk. Minya hits the stu for a three hour marathon down memory lane, revealing how guys shouldn't decorate their apartments, who the best and worst brand clients are, and what it was like plucking the boys from complete obscurity and putting them on the path that would one day culminate with The Only Podcast That Matters™️.

FU Origins with Minya Quirk

Double podded up on a Tuesday?! We're back with part two of our James Beard Award winning slap featuring Bon Appetit's Alex Delany. Alex and the boys are picking up right where they left off with the three main subjects of the pod and more, covering the importance of putting together a high-low first date, what Alex is eating on death row and how else a gourmet jawnz enthusiast likes to spend his money. Then, in Captain's Log/Letters to Home, a quick discuss of the future perhaps?

Bone Apple Tea Pt. II with Bon Appétit’s Alex Delany

The whole gang's eatin this week, courtesy of the boys' five-star gourmet slapperoni featuring Bon Appetit's Drinks Editor, Alex Delany. Alex hits the stu to talk about what the best pizza in New York REALLY is, how he's navigated the world of both jawnz and food, and even does a taste test of one of his favorite cocktails with the Core 4 live on air. Then, in Captain's Log/Letters to Home, the boys discuss what's another first in FU history –– an episode so good, it's being served in two courses.

Bone Apple Tea Pt. I with Bon Appétit’s Alex Delany

Well, we got another one for the FU history books, gang. Brendan B. Brown of Wheatus, writer and performer of this very podcast's national anthem “Teenage Dirtbag”, hits the stu to talk about playing for thousands of fans all over the world, being covered by your favorite artists, and what it takes to write a global smash hit record born out of Satanic violence. Then, in Captain's Log/Letters to Home, the boys address an unfortunate encounter that almost derailed this joyous and momentous occasion.

Teenage Dirtbags with Wheatus

The Season 10 hits just keep on slapping this week with FU's first ever rapper guest, Gashi aka the trap Phil Collins. Gashi graces the studio to talk about earning literal street cred from Kanye, his ground level involvement in pushing A$AP Rocky's Babushka Boi agenda, working his way from being homeless to making hits, and even shares some of his finest sextape work with the Fail Gang.

Our Year with Gashi

It's the Season 10 premiere and Jimmy and Larry are kicking things off with one of our longest episodes ever featuring massive Fail Gang member and the founder of Bare Knuckles, Jacob Keller. Jacob hits the stu to talk about being the og hypebeast YouTuber, getting his ass absolutely torched on “Fashion Bros!”, digging in the crates for the most fire vintage, tossing fits and where he finds his inspiration as a designer. Get fucking busy cause the people's champ is finally here, baby!

Bare Chuckles with Jacob Keller

It's the season finale and the boys are going out with a fucking banger featuring none other than the queen of LA, SOSUPERSAM. Sam hits the stu to talk about her time as a back-up dancer to the stars, being an independent artist in 2019, and why she throws food during her legendary DJ sets. Then, in Captain's Log/Letters to Home, Jame and Larry do a live taste test of a very special FU-inspired beer.

Get Shreddy with SOSUPERSAM

Two grown dirtbags just trynna navigate and survive the millennial male zeitgeist. If you have any money you'd like to give us or any constructive criticism you'd like us to 360 degree tomahawk slam dunk into the trash can please email us: failingupwardspod@gmail.com.

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