In this sprawling, intimate episode, Chris and Steve dive headfirst into the themes of shame, anger, and America’s long decline into shareholder capitalism. What begins as a tribute to Ozzy Osbourne—sparked by a heartfelt moment across from Boise’s Simplot gravesite—quickly unfolds into a winding exploration of trauma, sobriety, and the spiritual weight of growing older. Chris shares the origin story of his experimental OnlyFans project as an act of reclaiming personal shame through art and anonymity, while Steve responds with thoughtful reflections on artistic integrity, identity, and the long history of nude modeling as self-expression.

From there, the episode turns toward structure as Steve presents a five-act history of American capitalism—from the era of robber barons to the current dysfunction of corporate feudalism. The father-son duo end up in rare political agreement, critiquing modern wealth concentration, performative populism, and the hollow promises of late-night comedy. The tone is reflective, rebellious, and—true to Supper Talk’s core—rooted in love, humor, and generational reckoning.

recorded on 7.23.2025

Season two kicks off with a new format, a new theme song, and a deeper conversation about where we’re heading — personally, politically, and spiritually. Chris shares the story behind launching his nonprofit art gallery inside a barbershop, while Steve reflects on academic wins powered by AI and the erosion of America’s manufacturing base. From punk rock AI workflows to a heartfelt debate about belief, father and son unpack what it means to seek meaning in a world that feels both connected and chaotic. Expect barbed honesty, heartfelt turns, and a clear-eyed sense of growth — from Boise to Boulder.

Originally Recorded - 07.16.2025

It's Father's Day and we see what we've missed in the world as we've taken a mental health break.

Nothing happened while we were gone, did it?

Recorded on 06.15.2025

This week, Chris and Steve swap the news cycle for stories that actually shaped them. From Steve’s firsthand account of the 1983 Grenada rescue mission to Chris’s slow-burn love affair with whiskey, this episode is a winding walk through memory, meaning, and the messy idea of progress.

They touch on:

• Why some nonprofits collapse under their own purity

• Why Mars might be Musk’s ego playground (and why Chris still wants to go)

• The cultural roots of cinnamon toast, Pop-Tarts, and the Black church

• And what the Pope, Elon, and ectogenesis have in common (spoiler: hubris)

It’s personal, philosophical, and a bit absurd—as always.

This marks the end of Season 1. Supper Talk will return mid-July after a short seasonal break. If you’ve loved the show, send it to a friend who needs help having hard conversations—without losing their humanity.

Originally recorded on 05.28.2025

This week, Chris and Steve wander into the tangled terrain of modern American ethics—from national parks turned thirst traps, to AI-designed t-shirts, to the uncomfortable truth about voting when every option feels like a compromise.

What starts as a discussion about civic duty veers into fashion, fire pits, due process, sugar addiction, and the geopolitical absurdity of gifting Air Force One to a former president. Oh, and Chris voted for Cobra Commander. For real.

No clean answers, just honest questions—and a little healthy mischief.

This week on Supper Talk, Chris and Steve dive into everything from language-learning party tricks and AI automation to the deep divides in political rhetoric around veterans and modern war. Chris reflects on the tools he’s building to empower small creators, while Steve offers a sharp critique on how institutions weaponize nostalgia and division.

The episode rounds out with conversation on homelessness, the Pope’s American roots, and quantum consciousness — making this one a heady but heartfelt listen over leftovers.

Record 05.10.2025

In this milestone episode, Chris and Steve reflect on the first 100 days of Supper Talk and how the show’s tone, rhythm, and purpose have evolved. From awkward intros to fluid dialogue, they discuss what it took to build their conversational chemistry and why the podcast now feels more natural than ever.

The conversation ranges from AI integration in daily life to the implications of tariffs, autocracy, and American manufacturing. They also touch on education, generational shifts, and why democracy might be struggling to keep pace. As always, they round things out with laughter, storytelling, and a table topic—because no matter how complex the world gets, dinner is still a place for honest talk.

Chris and Steve talk about the death of a pope.

recorded 04.23.2025