Fink Beats The Stomach

The Owensboro International Bar-B-Q Festival World Mutton Sandwich Eating Championship is in the books and we have the results! Also, breaking down one of the oddest press bits we've ever seen with Joey Chestnut "sneaking" into an eating establishment.   Later we discuss our suggestions on giving spotlights to more eaters & something on the indie scene that seems to be doing the trick!

April 21st, 2018 was a day so prestigious that it needed two Nathan's qualifiers! The first took "wild" and "adventures" to a whole new level. Mostly by combining them into a venue name - Wild Adventures Theme Park in Valdosta, Georgia.   Matt "Hungry" Hazzard (Unranked) & Dee Martin (Unranked) took their competitive eating careers to new heights, as they both secured their spots for July 4th. Mr. Hazzard joins the Finks solo for this latest spotlight. Mrs. Martin never returned our messages and is probably using her better judgement keeping away from us.   Regardless, Matt proves he is an upstanding gentlemen & competitor all while discussing his competitive eating origins, his experience in Valdosta, and what he hopes to accomplish on the 4th. Perhaps most notably, an interesting wager is made between Hazzard & Fink - tune in to find out the details!!

Three condiments & two contests - That is on the docket for this episode of FBTS. Joey Chestnut has launched his condiment line and we are trying it out live in studio! I am sure this type of visual/tasty activity will translate very well to audio podcasting. Then we discuss The John's Incredible Pizza World Pizza Eating Championship, as well as the National Sweet Corn Eating Championship. Can Esper's arms get any bigger? Is Matt Stonie in trouble going into the 4th? Can Carmen look more like serial killer? All this and more!

It was April 14th, 2018 and the smell of strawberries & Hot Dogs were in the air. The Lone Star State would welcome two young stars to the ranks of competitors for Coney Island. Poteet, Texas hosted a one of the most competitive qualifiers we have seen thus far on the 2018 circuit. Juan Neave (Ranked #23) & "Princess" Kassie Zapata (Ranked #43) proved victorious for the second year in a row as a qualifying (platonic) pair. The dynamic Texan duo joins the Finks to talk about the qualifier and beyond. Kassie discusses her post contest meal, how she was proposed to, and if she has a rivalry with the famed Mary Bowers. Juan proves he is here to stay and gives insight into his view on competitive eating, which is shockingly deep.   Too much information? Perhaps. Entertaining? Always.

On March 31st, 2018, Miami hosted the first 2018 qualifier on the Road to Coney 2018. Hot Dogs, Sunshine, and America's Past Time. Marlins Park housed an event of epic proportions. The crowd roared as the People's Champ Eric "Badlands" Booked (Ranked #18) secured his 20th berth for the mustard yellow belt. However, a newcomer perhaps stole the show as Tracie "Shark" Dickerson (Unranked) won in her debut with an overtime eat off!! There is a ton to discuss as these two join the Fink Brothers to talk about the past, present, and future of their careers in Competitive Eating. Tracie explains her fandom of the Nathan's contest, paints a wonderful picture of her perfect July 4th evening, and the connection she had with the crowd in Miami. The Bad Man drops knowledge like only he can with what keeps his fire burning, why Coney is so special, and more!! Make sure you listen to the end for an EXCLUSIVE surprise just for the listeners of Fink Beats The Stomach!!    

Is 2018 the year of the small town contest? James made the prediction and it seems to be coming true. As a way to keep the momentum, the Fink Brothers suggest their own ideas for future small town eating contests.   Next, hide your kids... this one isn't for the weak stomach. The Truth, Gideon Oji drops by to discuss his new YouTube channel and his debut video. If you are brave, listen in as the Truth discusses what it is like to eat 50+ eggs including the shells!

The Music City was playing a tune of patriotism & victory when the final count was made on October 10th, 2017. Tootsie's Orchid Lounge in Nashville, Tennessee hosted the final qualifier in 2017 for the 2018 Road To Coney. James was pleased. FINALLY, after a multi-year absence, Ronnie "DizzleFlex" Hartman (Ranked #32) dominated the competition by devouring 28.75 HDB. But one can't forget the newcomer - Brynn Szeles (unranked) emerged onto the scene & topped the women with 8.75 HDB.  Join us as we chat with these two to talk about their long Road to Coney. Uncover the surprising & heartwarming past that lead Brynn to the table in Nashville. Hear about what kept Ronnie's fire burning, even after disappointing qualifiers in the past. Also, the goals & dreams for the 4th and much much more! This is one for the books!!

Come celebrate #NationalCerealDay with us as we discuss our bowl of choice! Also, we are breaking down what we know of the results of the Croqueta Eating Championship. Unfortunately, what we know consists of a tweet & non-relevant Facebook live streams. We'll figure something out!

The Pacific Northwest was an area that yearned for a Nathan's qualifier. They finally got their wish on September 4th, 2017. It was housed within the Bite of Oregon food festival - a four day event celebrating all things Oregonian cuisine while raising money for the Special Olympics. A noble cause that is a perfect match for the noble performances from, Erik "The Red" Denmark (Ranked #15) & the "Unstoppable B.A.B." Sarah Reinecke (Ranked #36) as they take their place at the table on July 4th. During this Spotlight, Erik talks about his 28 HDB performance & how it stacks up against his long history of qualifiers. Sarah goes over her personal best of 17 HDB in Oregon and how she views herself against her other female competitors. All this plus the old school vs. new school of eating, what the purpose of competitive eating REALLY is, and much more!

The 2018 MLE season has begun & the Fink Brothers are breaking it down! Listen in to hear their thoughts on the contest, results, and implications for the rest of the year. If that wasn't enough, the Chili Champion himself, Carmen "The Mutiny"" Cincotti drops in to give his first hand insight into the contest & NJ transit. However before we get into any of that, Joey Chestnut has announced a signature condiment line! What the heck is Coney Sauce?

On August 12th, 2017, the Road to Coney 2018 officially began. The Iowa State Fair hosted the first qualifier for the 2018 Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Championship. A contest that is set to occur 326 days from the Iowa contest. When it was all said and done, Sophia DeVita (Ranked #24) & Juan "More Bite" Rodriguez (Ranked #12) secured their spot at the biggest table in sports by eating 19 & 28.5 Hot Dogs & Buns respectively. During this Spotlight, listen in to hear insights from both competitors as they prepare for Coney Island. How did wedding season play into Juan's choice of qualifier? Does Sophia eat hot dogs casually anymore? What do these competitors want the people to take from their performance on the 4th? All this, controversial statements, hot takes, and more!

Philly had one hell of a week! The Fink Brothers discuss the fallout from Wing Bowl 26 - including the Wingette Contest, Press Coverage, and the always controversial results. Also, the boys turn to the people as they answer questions from the #FinkFanForum.

An episode to kick off the New Year.   Recorded post-Finkies, but pre-Wing Bowl, the boys give their Competitive Eating predictions/hopes for 2018, thoughts on Wing Bowl, and some YouTube shout outs.   New year, same Finks!!

Come join us and listen in on the live recording of the Third Finkie Awards!   5 Awards, musical performances, and bits on bits on bits.   The audio may not be great, but let that be a lesson that next time you better get a sitter and join us live!

It is that time of year! The Third Finkie Awards will take place on Saturday, January, 13th 2018! Listen in as Mike & James go through the categories & nominees for the event.   But don't get ahead of yourself! Before we get there we need to finish out the Competitive Eating Calendar. As is tradition, the boys break down the St. Elmo's Shrimp Cocktail Eating Championship.

The holiday season has officially begun & the Fink Brothers are chatting about their favorite Thanksgiving memories! On top of that, listen in as they discuss a hilarious marketing ploy & Badlands becoming the real life Aquaman!   Gather round with the family & listen in to this Thanksgiving edition of FBTS!

There are tangents aplenty in the latest edition of FBTS - Marathons, Rankings, Women, Indian Tacos - You name it & the Finks rant about it. The year may be winding down, but the Fink Brothers ineptitude never wavers!

A spooky & scary edition of FBTS! The ghosts & goblins are out, as the boys discuss Memphis Moonpies, the results from pouting, & a Halloween Costume Quiz!

A Live report from two.. count them... TWO contests! That's right the Fink Brothers, in some form, were live in attendance at the recent dumpling & pork roll eating championships! On top of that the Finks discuss results from Cheeseburgs & Tamales, as well as reliving the confidence crisis of their youths.