Fink Beats The Stomach

Carmen Cincotti joins the show to give his reaction to the news of Joey Chestnut's retreat from the Trenton Thunder World Famous Case's Pork Roll Eating Championship. Also hear his thoughts on the rest of the competition, his history with Pork Roll, & the potential of changing the holiday season as we know it.

This week the Finks discuss results from Bacon & Brats, including a heart warming tale of marital proportions! Then it is Mr. v. Mrs. as Mike & Kate go head to head in the cheese battle of the century. Finally, the Fink Brothers welcome their first literary guest - Mary Bowers returns to the show to talk about her new book!   You can find Mary's book, Batter Up!: A Sprinkle Of Recipes From A Competitive Eater on Amazon at the link below!! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074VWKPR4      

West coast represent! Lesley Ryder joins the pod to give her first hand take of the Day-Lee Foods World Gyoza Eating Championship. Next up, Mike is fresh from Buffalo to discuss the sights & sounds of The U.S. National Buffalo Wing Eating Championship. Finally, James gives hot takes galore when discussion turns to a 2018 qualifier occurring in 2017.

The Fink Brothers are back after wedding, honeymoon, and being on the road! Not only was it a busy month, but MLE had four contests this past weekend. Mike emceed 2 of them, so listen in to hear some first hand insight, including his biggest blunder yet. Also, hear James' hard feedback to the higher powers on the most recent ranking updates!

Right before Mike goes to get hitched, the Fink Brothers snuck in a recording recapping the biggest day in Competitive Eating! Join them as they discuss their personal experiences on the 4th at the Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating championship, the biggest surprises/disappointments, & a quick run down of some of the post Coney festivities & contests.

Atleast for Fink Beats the Stomach, this is the culmination of the 2017 Road to Coney.   Listen in as the Fink Brothers breakdown the big day with Kate, Maeve, and Coney newcomer - Carbone. There are hot takes & controversy abound! See you on the 4th!!

When a champion is crowned they become an icon of that event. They are the personification of the highest honor that can be achieved. Therefore, they have everything to lose, and almost nothing to gain - almost. That is because a true champion never backs down to challengers. Old rivals or new foes, they are ready at all times to prove once again why they are the best in the world at what they do. All adversaries better know - You come at the King (or Queen), you best not miss.   Joey "Jaws" Chestnut & Miki Sudo join the final installment of the Road To Coney 2017 Spotlight Series.

All competitors have to earn their spot at the coveted table at Coney Island. All warriors must vanquish their local foes to gain a chance to achieve infamy. Although this is fact, not all gladiators have done so with the ferocity as these two gentlemen have - The Top Contenders.   Carmen "The Mutiny" Cincotti & Matt "Megatoad" Stonie have paved their Road To Coney in very different fashions. However, both have caught the eye of not only the Champion, but the world.    This is their story.

The show stealer is the one who makes the biggest connection with the crowd. The one who makes the audience feel the raw emotion that they themselves feel. It can be through a fierce spirit. A spirit that drives them to best all of the competition. It can also be through a larger than life personality, trash talking, and over the top antics. Whatever it is, these showmen cause audience members to keep coming back for more - if only to see what they will do next.   Gideon "The Truth" Oji & Juan "More Bite" Rodriguez join Mike for the latest stop on the Road To Coney 2017.

Yasir Salem & Geoff Esper join Mike to tell the story of their Road to Coney.    First up, Yasir Salem chats about his life goals for 2017, his training regime for Coney, and what his future in competitive eating looks like.   After an extremely impressive performance at his qualifier, Geoff Esper returns to the pod. Listen in as he talks about what it likes to be in the 50+ club, the Boston qualifier, and his goals for the 4th. 

A monumental double spotlight episode, as first time Coney competitor Dr. Rene Rovtar & 20 year veteran Badlands Booker grace FBTS with their presence.   First up is Rene a superintendent with a glowing personality, who is crossing off a bucket list item by attending Nathan's this year. Listen in to her chat about the reaction from the school community, what it was like at her qualifiers, and if she sees a future in competitive eating.   Next up is the legend himself, Badlands Booker. BLB recounts tales of yesteryear, as he prepares for his 20th anniversary at Coney Island. Also don't miss out on his thoughts on the current field & two MONSTER announcements! 

Our first double spotlight episode, as we are joined by newcomer Debbie Bethea & longtime friend of the pod - Steve Hendry.   First up, listen to Debbie chat with Mike about her roots in competitive eating, her plans for the all important introduction walk up, and the origin behind her nickname!   After that stay tuned for the always fun, Steve Hendry. Shockingly this will only be his 2nd time at the big show, so listen in to get into the mind of the enigma that is Steve Hendry. Steve Hendry discusses his qualifier in Syracuse, what pulls Angie out of retirement, and what he looks forward to most on the 4th!

The Dark Horse was finally revealed, when Darron Breeden devoured 38 HDB in Norfolk! He joins both Fink Brothers to chat about his path into competitive eating, what triggered the improvement from 2016, and what his game plan is on the 4th.

The Fink Bros are back from NOLA & ready to discuss the PACKED news items in the world of competitive eating. The boys breakdown the historic Quadurday, recieved a special report of the Ice Cream Sandwich eating contest, and of course give firsthand accounts of Mike's bachelor party during the Oyster Eating Championship!   Special Thanks to the amazing Lesley Ryder for the Ice Cream scoop! (Get it?!)

A historic #RoadToConey Spotlight, as Mike is joined by the Royal Couple of Competitive Eating - Carlene & Rich LeFevre. Listen in on how these two started their eating journey, wacky contests they have participated in over the years, and even marriage advice!!

The latest newcomer, Derek Jacobs, joins FBTS for this #RoadToConey Spotlight. Listen in to hear insight into how Derek integrated competitive eating into his day job, what his family thinks of his latest hobby, and what the future holds for him in the sport.

Box Bitches Unite!! The always lovely Meredith Boxberger returns to FBTS!! If that wasn't enough - even James made it out for the interview!   Join both Fink Brothers as they discuss the diva's 6th trip to Coney, why her qualifier was extra special, and sports stuff.

After years on the circuit, Josh Miller has finally qualified for Nathan's! Colorado's #1 eater joins FTBS FBTS to discuss his debut at Coney Island, his improvement over the past year, and what has him worried most!

The women's revolution gains another member, as Sarah Reinecke joins the ranks of the Nathan's women's hot dog eating contest. On this Road to Coney spotlight, Sarah discusses her first MLE contest, the conditions at the Ft. Worth qualifier, future plans, and more!

The fan turned competitor, King Carb, makes his FBTS return! He chats about what brought him out of retirement, what it was like beating out a veteran in Tampa, and his own predictions for the 4th. He also make an a special tease of an impending MLE debut - the Dark Horse!!