Christopher came out of retirement one last time to break down the monumental trade that sent Jalen Hood-Schifino to the Utah Jazz. This episode would have been timely… except Johnny took seven days to edit it, and in that time, the Jazz flipped Jalen to another team. So yeah, there’s really no point in uploading this. Don’t even know why I’m doing it. But hey, while you're here—Christopher and Johnny also discuss the Top 5 executive orders they'd sign if elected president, break down the movie ...
Feb 12, 2025•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 87
Don’t call it a comeback! Christopher has officially left the podcast, and that’s his final word! But, straight from the Best Frenemies Vault, we’re bringing you a special throwback episode from 1986. Johnny and Christopher reminisce as they share their Top 5 favorite TV shows of the year. They also dive into three iconic films from ’86: Top Gun , Aliens , and Stand By Me . Plus, they throw in some recommendations, including the hot new single “BURN” by Roof On Fire, featuring Donnie Darko (Best...
Sep 10, 2024•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 86
Johnny and Christopher as they embark on a hilarious and nostalgic journey through seven years of Best Frenemies! In this episode, our dynamic duo gives their Top 5 memories from the show. Movies? Check. TV? You bet. Books? Well, Christopher’s got that covered since Johnny's idea of reading is the menu at Del Taco.
Jun 09, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 85
Johnny and Christopher return after a long hiatus, revealing their Top 5 activities instead of recording a new episode. They delve into their thoughts on Dune 2, share recommendations, and give shout-outs to their peeps who recently earned their black belts.
Mar 30, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 84
Johnny and Christopher are back! It took Johnny five days to edit this podcast. Why? Who knows? He’s a busy guy with a multitude of important commitments. In this episode, the duo unveils their Top 5 favorite vacations. Prepare to be entertained as they delve into Christopher’s recent trip to Japan, strategically aimed at making Johnny green with envy. Meanwhile, Johnny appears to have lost all sense of reason, a phenomenon expertly showcased in the Conspiracy Corner segment. Christopher also sp...
Feb 03, 2024•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 83
Johnny and Christopher return triumphantly in this episode, discovering an uncanny revelation—they're the same age! The duo delves into the Top 5 things they wish they had done before hitting the big 5-0. Expect laughs, reflections, and perhaps a touch of regret as they navigate the uncharted waters of midlife contemplation. Of course, no episode is complete without their signature segment, "Conspiracy Corner," where they unravel the mysteries that keep them up at night. From the bizarre to the ...
Dec 20, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 82
Join Johnny and Christopher as they embark on a journey through the intersections of cars and consciousness. The duo delves into their Top 5 cars featured in movies, ranging from iconic classics to cutting-edge futuristic speedsters. A special guest identified only as "Michael," a psychedelic facilitator, sheds light on the transformative benefits of psychedelic medicine for mental health. Brace yourself for an enlightening discussion as the trio explores the potential of these mind-altering sub...
Nov 27, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 81
Join Johnny and Christopher as they return to celebrate the spookiest season with a Halloween-themed episode! In this spine-tingling installment, the dynamic duo reveals their Top 5 favorite Halloween costumes and introduces a brand-new segment: "Conspiracy Corner." Dive into thrilling discussions about the Netflix movie "Reptile," the series "Encounters," and the mysterious "Monsters of California." But that's not all - the boys have a special treat for their listeners! They encourage you to vi...
Oct 20, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 80
Johnny and Christopher take a trip down memory lane as they encounter technical difficulties reminiscent of their early days as podcast rookies – a reminiscent mishap involving the misplacement of the opening segment. Originally a segment of sheer brilliance, now relegated to what one might call "sloppy seconds," the hosts invite you to join in and share a laugh at the twist of fate. Tune in as the duo delves into Johnny's intriguing preoccupation with UFOs, Bigfoot, and a medley of other "less-...
Aug 30, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 79
In the much-awaited 78th episode of Best Frenemies, the gang makes a thunderous return following an unexpected two-month hiatus. But what caused the lengthy break? Get ready for an extraordinary adventure as Johnny, the quirky and inquisitive co-host, plunges into a labyrinth of conspiracy theories centered around UFOs and gray aliens. Brace yourself for a rollercoaster ride of laughter, skepticism, and unforeseen twists as Christopher feigns attention while Johnny navigates the uncharted waters...
Jul 20, 2023•56 min•Ep. 78
Johnny expects credit for everything. Remember that time you enjoyed a Shirley Temple? According to Johnny, it was his favorite drink a decade ago, so he believes he deserves credit for your newfound appreciation. And let's not forget that if you mention your love for Star Wars, Johnny will eagerly take credit for that, too, citing his proclamation of it being his favorite movie thirty years ago. On the other hand, if you had a terrible dining experience at a restaurant, it's Christopher's fault...
May 26, 2023•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 77
Johnny and Christopher are back after a two-month hiatus! (Hiatus sounds better than they didn’t record for two months.) They give their Top 5 reasons why it’s better to train at AOJ/garage, and the takeaway is they’re “conscious uncoupling” their Jiu-Jitsu journeys. They discuss the John Wick franchise. And they recommend some stuff. (Christopher recommends two things, so he nailed this part of the podcast.)
Apr 03, 2023•51 min•Ep. 76
This is the non-bummer episode to cleanse the palate after the last one. All fun and games! We ignore all the drama in the world and focus on a friendship between two men based on rolling around with each other in pajamas or something like that. In this episode, Johnny and Christopher give their Top 5 things they’d rather be doing than recording a podcast. They discuss HBO Max’s The Menu. And they recommend some stuff.
Jan 30, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 75
Christopher and Johnny are genuinely grateful for their friendship, and they hope everyone has a ride or die like they do for the dark times when the wheels come off. They do Top 5 things they’re grateful for in 2022, discuss The Christmas Story, and recommend some stuff.
Dec 16, 2022•56 min•Ep. 74
We give thanks for the Best Frenemies Thanksgiving extravaganza! Johnny and Christopher get this episode in just under the wire. The boys give you a heaping portion of Top 5 overrated things, a serving of them discussing the new Taylor Sheridan show Tulsa King, and a dollop of recommendations.
Nov 24, 2022•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 73
Johnny and Christopher need couples counseling. They bicker more in this episode than in any other. And while casting blame is not productive, it’s Johnny’s fault. When they’re not arguing, they give their top 5 fight scenes, discuss the film Bullet Train, and recommend some stuff.
Oct 14, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 72
Johnny and Christopher are coming in hot during a heatwave! The episode is titled: Johnny’s Fault. You might be asking yourself, “What is Johnny’s fault?” Everything! Everything is Johnny’s fault. Queen Elizabeth just died, and Johnny’s involvement can’t be ruled out. There is an unbearable heatwave cooking Southern California, and Johnny vapes constantly, so is that too blame? Who can say? And Best Frenemies becoming a bi-monthly podcast has Johnny’s name written all over it. I rest my case! To...
Sep 09, 2022•51 min•Ep. 71
Johnny and Christopher are getting out an episode before too many listeners start giving them crap. They share their Top 5 complaints from fans of the podcast. They discuss the Hulu series The Bear. And they recommend some stuff.
Jul 28, 2022•53 min•Ep. 70
Johnny and Christopher are back just to shut up their fans. You’d think their podcast was the cure to cancer or something. “You’ve only recorded five episodes this year. What the hell?” You’ll get new episodes when you get new episodes! Johnny and Christopher live full lives (well, Christopher does. We don’t know what the hell Johnny does all day). In this episode, the boys give their Top 5 resentments. They discuss the new seasons of The Boys and Stranger Things. And they recommend some stuff. ...
Jul 01, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 69
Johnny and Christopher are totally prepared for this episode. They are a well-oiled, podcasting machine. They have a new voicemail from a listener. They give Top 5 movies that better not get remade. They discuss the book and HBO Max series Tokyo Vice. And they recommend some stuff.
May 14, 2022•53 min•Ep. 68
Johnny and Christopher are dropping this episode to shut up their “fans” who take pleasure in harassing them to put out more episodes. Shut up already! Johnny and Christopher have lives. They do stuff. You’ll get the damn episode when you get the damn episode. They give their Top 5 bald people (Christopher thinks it is funny that he doesn’t make Johnny’s list). They discuss the Paramount+ series The Offer. And they recommend some stuff.
May 05, 2022•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 67
Johnny makes it clear that this episode is late because of Christopher. While Christopher will not confirm nor deny this charge, it was his fault because he has a job and stuff. The boys give their Top 5 conspiracy theories, they discuss HBO Max’s Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty, and they recommend some stuff.
Apr 12, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 66
Hear ye, hear ye, hear ye! Let it be known that Johnny is why this episode is so late! Christopher was ready to rock ‘n’ roll, but Johnny always had a reason for shining recording (those Tinder dates aren’t going to date themselves). In this late episode, the boys give the Top 5 celebrities they’ve met. They discuss the television and comic book series Deadly Class. And they recommend some stuff.
Mar 05, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 65
Johnny and Christopher finally do their first episode of the new year. It’s been a month since they released a new episode, or, put another way, Johnny has gone on 27 Tinder dates during that time. The boys give their Top 5 cheesy things they own. They discuss the new season of Cobra Kai and the new series Peacemaker. As always, they recommend some stuff. Christopher thinks Johnny is suffering from atrophy from his long sabbatical from working. If interested in joining the intervention for Johnn...
Jan 25, 2022•31 min•Ep. 64
Johnny and Christopher squeak in an end-of-year episode. You’re welcome! They give their Top 5 favorite fight scenes. They discuss all their homies who were promoted to black belts. And they recommend some stuff. 2022 is right around the corner, and it’s going to be a challenging time for Johnny because he will have to get a job. Our thoughts and prayers go out to him in this trying time. If you’d like to contact Johnny with words of encouragement, shoot him an email at bestfrenemies69@gmail.com...
Dec 18, 2021•53 min•Ep. 63
This is our special Thanksgiving episode, but we don’t mention anything about the holiday because Johnny and Christopher are way too self-centered to be troubled with Thanksgiving. Christopher is thankful that he’ll be out of town and won’t have to deal with Johnny over the holiday. Johnny is thankful for home STD tests. The boys do Top 5 animals they wish they were. They discuss the television show Yellowstone. And they recommend some stuff. As always, Johnny is whining that I put our email add...
Nov 22, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 62
Johnny and Christopher find time in their busy schedules to record a new episode. All the Tinder profiles aren’t going to swipe right without Johnny’s help, and Christopher and the Utah Jazz took the summer off to think about their relationship, but they’re back together and trying to make it work. The boys give their Top 5 teams/players/fans they hate. They discuss the new Dune. And they recommend some stuff. Johnny is being a little bitch and demanding our email go in this blurb: bestfrenemies...
Nov 03, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 61
After getting harassed by their most loyal fans, Johnny and Christopher grudgingly recorded a new episode. This is episode 60! Holy crap! Sixty episodes of gibberish. They do Top 5 Chris and Johhnys who are better than the Best Frenemies. Johnny thinks it’s funny that Chris’ favorite movie is about music—Almost Famous; they discuss the 20-year-old film for no particular reason. And they recommend some stuff. Download for free on iTunes, Spotify, and GooglePlay.
Sep 30, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 60
Well, well, well, look who got promoted to black belts. Johnny might be the first person promoted to black belt who felt he deserved it. This episode clocks in over an hour because Johnny and Christopher talk about themselves. They do top 5 excuses, and then they recommend some stuff. Please hit them up with questions and suggestions at bestfrenemies69@gmail.com .
Aug 20, 2021•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 59
Johnny and Christopher sit down with their Jiu-Jitsu professor Tainan Dalpra, who is a world-class Jiu-Jitsu competitor and all-around good guy—two things Johnny and Christopher are not. They give their Top 5 emotional scenes from movies, making the Best Frenemies come across as emotionally fragile. And they recommend some stuff.
Jul 13, 2021•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 58
