Austen and Nick start off the show discussing how season 9 is officially in the can and give out a new nickname. They then discuss the exciting news surrounding their new bar and how Austen can not wait to have real roots attached to Charleston. Austen then gives some Trophop updates to Nick as they discuss next steps for the brand. As Craig is somewhere in the mountains on vacation and has a not-so-great connection and Austen only had a few minutes in between Trop Hop meetings, Nick is joined b...
Jan 24, 2024•32 min
With the boys still traveling, we have decided to re-air our great episode with Craig and Austen's new business partner, Keith Benjamin. This is a great episode to learn about who the guys will be working with soon and also for all those who are asking about Charleston recommendations for when you come to visit!
Jan 20, 2024•1 hr 7 min
The boys are done with 4 shows in 4 days of Pillows and Beer Live. What a stretch it was, from sold out shows in Boston, Philadelphia, and lastly New York it has been go go go. From guest appearances like Andy Cohen and Paige, to hitting the tables, and enjoying great food, the guys recap it all. They then get into what they have coming up in all of their many appearances this week.
Jan 16, 2024•34 min
Ria and Fran from the Barstool podcast, "Chicks in the Office," join Craig and Austen for this fun two-part episode. In part two, the four of them talk bravo drama, Gypsy Rose Blanchard, and more to close out this fun podcast!
Jan 12, 2024•43 min
Ria and Fran from the Barstool podcast, "Chicks in the Office," join Craig and Austen for this fun two-part episode. In part one, the four of them laugh as the dynamics of their friendships are revealed in their group chat. They then discuss all the awesome guests Fran and Ria had on in 2023, like Ashton Kutcher and Josh Duhamel. The conversation then steers to some pop culture as they discuss the breakups of 2023 and the Chicks give the boys their takes on Love Island. Stay tuned for part two d...
Jan 10, 2024•36 min
Reality Fans, Buckle Up! This episode is for you. Craig and Austen dive headfirst into the explosive season finale of The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City. Get ready for their hot takes on all the drama, the betrayals, and the bombshells that dropped like snowflakes ❄️ in Bermuda. But that's not all! Joining the party is Paige, reality TV enthusiast and reality queen in her own right . She finally spills the tea on her own love for reality TV and shares her unique perspective on the RHOSLC fina...
Jan 05, 2024•47 min
As all 3 of the guys have been traveling and stuck around the holidays, we still wanted to give our besties something to listen to this first week back so starting with a personal favorite. First, however, Austen and Nick recap last night's football games with Austen Tide losing. Then, we found that we actually have a lot of newer listeners and have even mentioned this episode on our recent tour. So for those who want to understand why we love this episode so much, take a listen to Craig and Aus...
Jan 03, 2024•2 hr 7 min
The guys are closing out the year with some fun debates. First Nick and Craig discuss some red wine and conspiracies before Austen hops on and they dive into some fun "would you rathers" from golf, past vs future, and how they would choose to live. Thank you besties for making this year wonderful and we hope everyone has a great holiday weekend. See y'all in 2024!
Dec 28, 2023•51 min
After a busy and wonderful Christmas, the guys are doing a late night catch up. Craig and Austen are talking about the gifts they both gave and received and the moments that they created. Nick shares the sad story of why he had to get a replacement Christmas tree before the guys discuss a few of the non holiday movies they have watched during the break.
Dec 27, 2023•36 min
Dinosaurs...real? Well, in this episode, the boys are talking about that amongst another wide variety of topics. In classic PnB fashion, Craig and Austen start up with a quick catch-up of where they are before discussing celebrity gossip, our besties amazon shopping history, dinosaurs, and other fun topics. We're also thrilled to announce a Phoenix date for the tour and send holiday cheer to all our listeners! Happy holidays!
Dec 21, 2023•48 min
Besties, who here waits to the last second for Christmas shopping? We sure do! In this episode, the guys are talking about buying and receiving gifts to and from the family which leads to the debate on Amazon accounts. Do you share or have your own accounts? The guys then discuss Craig's lack of Christmas spirit and answer a fun bestie question.
Dec 19, 2023•40 min
Craig is reacting and sharing some tidbits on his first movie called "Tuesdays Flu". Craig talks about what it was like filming and how even got to ad lib one of his lines. Austen then finally gives the update that people keep asking for...what the heck is going on with Trop Hop. The answer, it is back! After a 4 month struggle with some former partners, Trop Hop is once again being made and being shown off in some new and improved branding.
Dec 14, 2023•37 min•Ep. 147
Craig and Austen are recapping, while recovering, from their recent trip down to New Orleans and New York. Austen who has been on a mini bender recounts the post shows nights. Craig and them then get into the holidays as they go over some recent polls from IG that have surprised us...how do people prefer fake over real Christmas trees. The guys then share some of what they have been watching and have a couple more holiday debates.
Dec 13, 2023•37 min•Ep. 146
Craig and Austen are talking current events as they discuss some recent technology ploys and where Taylor Swift stands among the most famous people of the last 100 years. Like her or not, she has become one to be known by billions. The guys then discuss some recent TV they have seen before answering some Bestie questions. Here they answer what their 5-year plans are and then give some dating/bedroom advice.
Dec 07, 2023•42 min•Ep. 145
The boys are back with Craig's hot takes and opinions on how things must be done. But first, Craig and Austen are discussing what they have been up to and Austen asks if the color yellow is real. The guys discuss spray tans more as they get ready for a project this week and Craig laments about his current nail salon. The arguments then pick up as Craig, Austen, and Nick fight about the proper way to light a Christmas Tree. Austen really amps up the debate when he says he thinks some people do it...
Dec 05, 2023•42 min•Ep. 144
Craig is in Beverly Hills to celebrate Paige as she is honored at a dinner for Variety's top 40 women of unscripted TV. Craig and Austen discuss getting ready routines and all of the celebs and powerful women Craig will be dining with. As Craig leaves to get ready with Paige, Austen and Nick go through PnB's Spotify recap. We want to give a big shout to all of our besties who have made the podcast happen and cannot wait to keep growing it with all of you!
Nov 30, 2023•34 min
Craig is testing Austen on his Mendela Effect knowledge as the guys discuss movies that just came out and movies that apparently do not exist. This of course leads to Craig and Nick taking Austen down the rabbit hole of recent conspiracies including what got Craig questioning the reality of Panda bears. They then dive into some fun fan questions and wrap by providing a curated list of Charleston recommendations, encompassing both new and established favorites.
Nov 28, 2023•44 min•Ep. 142
Whether you're hiding from your family or shopping till you drop this Black Friday, tune in to this episode of Pillows and Beer. Craig has made it to New York City, while Austen is spending time with his family. This episode is filled with fun and drinking stories, from moonshine to cooler protocol. Join in on the laughs and share your own stories with us. Let us know your thoughts on what's appropriate when it comes to personal drinks.
Nov 24, 2023•39 min•Ep. 141
As todays episode uploads, the guys decide to do a quick catchup on this Thanksgiving. Austen shares a turkey trot update and Craig talks about family feud at the Desorbos
Nov 23, 2023•7 min
The boys are back together, reminiscing about their recent tour stop and catching up on their whereabouts. Their conversation soon takes a turn towards Thanksgiving, delving into the intricacies of meal timings and their personal top three Thanksgiving dishes. Craig, Austen, and Nick engage in a lively debate, exchanging differing opinions while finding common ground on certain aspects of this holiday. DM us your favorite Thanksgiving meals and traditions!
Nov 21, 2023•47 min•Ep. 140
The guys are discussing their recent travels, starting from BravoCon all the way to tonight in Houston. They reminisce about Austen's time in the Bahamas, where only he would find himself in the company of an ex. Then, the conversation shifts to Cincinnati, where Craig recently attended an SDS meeting, sparking an unexpected discussion on dinosaurs. Closing out their chat, the guys engage in a lively debate about their beliefs regarding a new drinking cure that claims to halve your blood alcohol...
Nov 16, 2023•46 min•Ep. 139
Alright Besties. With Craig and Austen traveling non-stop, we decided to share some fun with Shep. The two besties decided they wanted to test their knowledge against Shep by answering some trivia questions in some of the latter's favorite categories: Early American History, Golf, and Surfing. The questions, of course, lead to some funny antidotes and stories. So play along, and test your knowledge against the SC boys. We will be back to our regular shows on Thursday. Come see us in Houston! Get...
Nov 15, 2023•34 min•Ep. 138
Craig and Austen are talking a variety of pop culture as they debate who they would want bartending at their birthday party which leads to Craig saying that he hated Breaking Bad and Game of Thrones. The guys then discuss Leo's love life and other celeb news. Craig and Austen then decide to open up the DMs and answer some of your juicy bestie questions.
Nov 10, 2023•48 min•Ep. 137
Sara Gretzky joins Craig to co-host today's episode as Austen is stuck traveling during all the Bravo and PnB madness. Sara and Craig discuss her first experience as an audience member for Watch What Happens when Paulina was the bartender. She loved the experience and confirmed that it is as much fun as you would think to be in the Playhouse. They then shift their focus to relationships and talk about how happy they are to have found love with their partners. Sara shares some of the things she m...
Nov 07, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 136
In this episode, the boys decided to stay in to hang, instead of going out to celebrate Halloween. Craig and Austen give a recap on their latest trip to New York and share their time with DJ Kyle. The guys then read some comments from our besties before diving into the passing of Matthew Perry. This leads into the guys remembering some of their favorite Friends episodes and moments, which of course led to a challenge for our besties at BravoCon. Make sure to tell Shep that you love the Big Bang ...
Nov 02, 2023•38 min•Ep. 135
In this episode, the boys are staying in during the Halloween nights and just chatting with their besties as they prep for Bravocon. As Paige let everyone know how disgusted she was with Craig's procrastination, the boys finally went clothes shopping. The guys talk about how they are slowly turning into dads as they share some of the things they have done recently that are simply "what a dad would do". Craig and Austen then get on the topic of their frat days and the fights they got in with thei...
Oct 31, 2023•42 min•Ep. 134
Craig and Austen announce first 7 stops for their new tour. Get tickets at PillowsandBeer.com
Oct 31, 2023•56 sec
In this episode, the boys are both in New York City for some business and some pleasure. The guys talk more about their prep for Bravocon as Paige drops the mic on Craig's outfit choices...or lack thereof. The guys then talk about some current events before diving into the first date deal-breaker locations that are spreading on social media. How many of these locations are a no-go for you?
Oct 27, 2023•43 min•Ep. 133
In this episode, Craig and Austen are all over the place. They first start out by discussing why Austen is in Vegas and the cause he is supporting. After the break, the boys laugh and reminisce about their Winterhouse days as season 3 gets ready to premiere. Lastly, the guys close out the episode by reading some weird laws our besties sent in, we love hearing from you all! Get ready for some laughs in this one.
Oct 24, 2023•41 min•Ep. 136
In this episode, the guys are talking spooky season. In particular, they are debating their favorite date ideas for Halloween. Whether it be, haunted houses or picking apples, write in and tell us. The guys then discuss some other things in the dating world as they go back and forth on friends dating past lovers. The guys also argue about optimal sleep and home temperatures. Tickets are now on sale for our first 7 cities. Go to Pillowsandbeer.com to get yours now.
Oct 19, 2023•49 min•Ep. 131
