Official Description:

It's St. Patrick's Day season, which means Captain Bronco and John Reidy are armed with Guinness, Mickey's 40s, and Irish whiskey of questionable pedigree — and absolutely zero chill about the Broncos' 2025 free agency. The boys celebrate landing at #14 on a major Broncos podcast ranking (eat it, Cecil), unpack the disappointment of Adam Troutman as a splash signing, debate Max Crosby's injury situation, weigh in on Davis Webb taking over play-calling duties, and rip Vance Joseph to absolute shreds — all while developing a surprisingly coherent philosophy about "smooth boys" and why mock draft culture is a societal problem.

Key Topics:

🍺 St. Patrick's Day drink selections — Mickey's Irish flag, O'Neill's whiskey surprise, and the eternal greatness of Guinness

🎙️ The Broncos Booze-Up is ranked #14 Broncos podcast — beating Andrew Mason AND Cecil Lammey

💸 2025 Broncos free agency reaction — the war chest, the silence, and the legend of Adam Troutman

🏃 J.K. Dobbins re-sign — Thunder to R.J. Harvey's Lightning (if his hamstrings cooperate)

💪 Max Crosby — Ravens failed physical, Broncos interest, and whether he's worth the discount

🤿 AJ Brown, Stefan Diggs, Tyreek Hill — who's worth it, who's a diva, and who gets Scott threatening self-harm on air

📞 Davis Webb takes over play-calling — and what exactly does Sean Payton do now?

🪖 Vance Joseph Appreciation Corner (not really — he's a bum)

🎓 The "smooth boys" mock draft discourse: a philosophical takedown of college football fandom

3. DETAILED TIMESTAMPS

[00:00:00] — Intro chaos: tech fails, Mac Mini flex, Instacam 360 hand gestures

[00:02:00] — St. Patrick's Day drink selections: O'Neill's Irish whiskey, Guinness, Voodoo Ranger IPA & Mickey's 40

[00:06:30] — The Irish flag in Scott's hands (orange can + green bottle + white man = genius)

[00:09:00] — John's Smithwick's pronunciation disaster in Ireland

[00:12:00] — American tourist disaster story: voting questions in Northern Ireland

[00:15:30] — Rosie O'Donnell's Irish adventure (briefly)

[00:17:00] — Guinness deep dive: deceptively light, hangover city

[00:19:00] — The vessel matters: McDonald's Diet Coke theory + Coors brewery tour

[00:22:00] — BIG REVEAL: Broncos Booze-Up ranked #14 Broncos podcast — beating Andrew Mason & Cecil Lammey

[00:27:00] — Debate: Is a radio show clipped into a podcast actually a podcast?

[00:31:00] — Fan emotional investment evolution: the Peyton Manning Ravens playoff game confession

[00:36:30] — 2025 Broncos free agency reaction: the war chest, the silence, Adam Troutman

[00:41:00] — J.K. Dobbins re-sign: Thunder & Lightning RB philosophy (injury asterisks included)

[00:45:00] — AJ Brown, Stefan Diggs & the Tyreek Hill death threat

[00:48:30] — Max Crosby: Ravens physical failure, potential Broncos discount target

[00:52:00] — Drake Greenlaw released — is this connected to the Crosby pursuit?

[00:54:00] — Davis Webb takes over play-calling from Sean Payton

[00:56:30] — Vance Joseph: comprehensive roasting (he's a bum, and that's final)

[00:58:30] — The "smooth boys" manifesto: mock drafts, college football, and men ogling teenagers

[01:00:00] — Outro: see you after the draft, Cecil watch your back

The season is over, and the post-mortem is officially underway. John and CaptainBronco sit down to dissect a brutal 10-7 loss to the Patriots, Sean Payton’s questionable decision-making, and the subsequent coaching exodus in Denver. From the "Big Peener Energy" of the front office to the unsettling reality of Vance Joseph’s job security, no stone (or coach) is left unturned. Grab a drink, because we’re processing this one the only way we know how: with blunt honesty and a side of Epstein-file-fueled banter.

Key Topics Discussed:

The Patriots Heartbreak: Why not kicking the field goal was the ultimate "Bozo" move.

The Storm in Denver: How the weather changed the game and why the coaching staff wasn't ready.

The Coaching Carousel: Firing Joe Lombardi and the surprising promotion of Davis Webb.

The Vance Joseph Dilemma: Why "Vancey-Pants" is still here and why the league didn't want him.

Bo Nix vs. Sean Payton: The rising tension between the rookie QB and the head coach regarding injury disclosures.

Off-Season Dreams: Targeting Michael Pittman Jr. and the $40 million cap space.

The Epstein Files & Diddy Parties: A wild detour into the darkest corners of celebrity news and billionaire antics.

Timestamps

[00:00:00] - Introduction and the Missing Captain’s Hat.

[00:02:15] - The Bet: 3 Ounces of "Golden Nectar" after the Super Bowl.

[00:07:30] - Post-Mortem: Why Sean Payton cost the Broncos the Patriots game.

[00:13:45] - Weather vs. Strategy: The second-half snowstorm disaster.

[00:19:00] - The Joe Lombardi Firing: Was he just a "Yes Man" for Payton?

[00:25:30] - The Vance Joseph "Problem": Why no one else would hire him.

[00:32:00] - Bo Nix Injury Controversy: The rift between QB and Coach.

[00:40:45] - Off-Season Outlook: $40M in cap space and the need for a WR1.

[00:45:00] - The "Budgy Smuggler" Discussion & Australian NFL ads.

[00:52:00] - The Epstein Files & Celebrity Gossip Detour.

[01:05:00] - Hall of Fame Snubs: Robert Kraft and Bill Belichick.

[01:15:00] - Closing Thoughts: The future of the Big Peener Energy.

In this electric episode of The Booze Up, John and the Captain break down the Broncos' shocking and euphoric victory over the Buffalo Bills to secure a spot in the AFC Championship game. They relive the rollercoaster of emotions—from the despair of Bo Nix's injury to the "Stiddy Gritty" triumph led by Jarrett Stidham. Plus, they dive into the controversial Brandon Cook catch, debate the "scumbag" fairy tale of New York, and get hyped for the showdown against New England.

Key Topics:

The Buffalo Miracle: Reacting to the Broncos' huge upset win over the Bills.

Stidham's Moment: Analyzing Jarrett Stidham’s steady performance and the "Stiddy Gritty" phenomenon.

The Controversy: A deep dive into the "was it a catch?" debate surrounding Brandon Cook.

Jersey Talk: John's Travis Henry jersey and the curse of obscure player names.

AFC Championship Preview: Early thoughts on facing the Patriots and being 5-point underdogs.

Vibe Check: How the fanbase went from "season over" to Super Bowl dreaming in 24 hours.

Detailed Timestamps

[00:00:00] - Intro & The "Stiddy Gritty": John debuts his new glasses and the guys celebrate the unexpected playoff run.

[00:02:15] - The Wet Blanket Moment: John recounts his despair when Bo Nix got hurt and his shock at the win.

[00:07:00] - The Sean Payton Factor: Discussing coaching, that weird screen pass, and the team's grit.

[00:10:45] - The Catch Controversy: Was it a catch? Analyzing the Brandon Cook interception-touchdown madness.

[00:16:30] - Jersey Lore: John explains why he owns a Travis Henry jersey and the guys discuss "Reidy" athletes.

[00:23:45] - The Jarrett Stidham Appreciation Society: Giving credit to the backup QB who stepped up.

[00:29:00] - Patriots Preview: Looking ahead to the AFC Championship game and the 5-point spread.

[00:36:15] - Final Thoughts: "Big Peener Energy" and wrapping up before the next big game.