This week, Mario and Bryan get the conversation kicked off about Minnesota, where political activism and high-profile ICE moments have turned the state into a national flashpoint. Is it all becoming too much at once, or is there a better way these situations should be handled moving forward?

Then, the long-awaited Epstein Files finally start going public — and the details are juicy. Photos, celebrity name drops, and plenty of uncomfortable revelations spark a discussion on what actually matters, what doesn’t, and how to separate facts from speculation.

Plus, the guys break down what the right amount of body fat really is, react to how the U.S. government and IndyCar seemingly pulled a Washington, D.C. race out of thin air for America’s 250th birthday, and wrap things up with some pure nostalgia — why running a PlayStation 2 emulator on your PC is elite, especially when it means firing up WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2007.

Mario and Bryan kick off 2026 the only way they know how: with a full-on banger of a podcast episode. The guys look back on a wild 2025 in their personal lives, from health journeys, love, and surgeries to unexpected ancestry revelations that sent them digging into who they really are and where they come from. It’s reflective, honest, and occasionally unhinged—in the best way possible. Can also blame the live show chat (we love our fans).

From there, it’s a full recap of the chaos that was 2025. The Aliens debate the best and worst moments across sports, pop culture, and politics, trying to decide once and for all if last year truly lived up to its “wacky” reputation. And because it wouldn’t be this podcast without some big-picture takes, they peer into the future to ask the real questions: are we headed toward total societal meltdown, how swole will Bryan and Mario get in the gym, is Argentina going back-to-back at the World Cup, or is there a long-awaited Detroit Red Wings return to the NHL Playoffs? Buckle up—2026 starts here.

The 2026 World Cup group stage draw happened in Washington D.C., and somehow FIFA managed to turn a simple ping-pong ball ceremony into an overcaffeinated stage show. This week, Mario and Bryan break down the whole thing, from the dramatic lighting, the interesting musical performance of YMCA, and the part no one asked for: Donald Trump dancing awkwardly on stage and receiving a medal for absolutely no stated reason.

The boys go through each group with their trademark mix of insight, roasting, and “this will age badly” predictions, along with calling out the favorites, the frauds, and the dark horses that everyone will pretend they believed in from the start.

Then Mario drops some big news: he’s officially entering a major sim race on the digital Indianapolis Motor Speedway! Hopping on a grid featuring potential real-world drivers, media personalities, and that one team that named themselves after a cursed “67” meme, Mario is prepping to wheel an alien-liveried rocket ship around IMS. The existential question: Is his “sponsor” actually okay with their logo being slapped onto a car that’s going to be seen by a live online audience?

From the absurdity in D.C. to the chaos ahead on the pitch, as well as Bryan surviving the stress of watching his co-host try not to lawn-dart himself into the SAFER barrier, this episode delivers all the energy, sarcasm, and excitement Mario & Bryan are known for.

After a month-long break, Bryan and Mario make their triumphant return to the mics… for about five minutes. Just as the guys start catching up, Nintendo decides to remind the world who’s boss—swiftly cutting their internet the moment they react to the brand-new Super Mario Galaxy movie trailer. Coincidence? The boys think not.

Once the tech gods allow the stream to resurrect, the duo settles in for a packed episode. Mario talks about finally getting that long-overdue shoulder surgery, Bryan updates everyone on his continued domination of his weight-loss journey, and their retro video-game hunting stories go international as Canada joins the adventure log.

But that’s not all—Bryan loses his mind over a modded Need for Speed: Carbon trailer, the guys shout out the newest nations punching their ticket to the upcoming World Cup, and they even debate whether Megadeth may have dropped a rare miss with their newest track.

A chaotic return. A global hunt. A questionable Megadeth moment.

Welcome back to the madness.

Bryan and Mario dust off their explorer hats and whip out their inner Indiana Jones as they embark on a wild hunt through the hidden temples of gaming—tracking down elusive racing video game collector’s editions. From Japan-only treasures, to mysterious behind-the-scenes discs, and dusty relics packed with stickers and diecast cars, the boys stumble upon loot that would make even Dr. Jones jealous.

But the real golden idol? The announcement that the Forza Horizon series is finally heading to Japan! The teaser trailer has the duo geeking out over drifting through neon-soaked streets—and it sparks hope that deep vehicle customization could finally be on the horizon.

As if that wasn’t enough treasure for one adventure, Bryan reveals his latest haul: a limited-edition hat (1 of only 1000) repping Eastern Michigan’s own Noah Knigga. With whip-crack energy, he sends out an open invitation to both the player and the school to join the show.

Get ready for laughs, hype, and maybe a few booby traps—it’s a collector’s quest you don’t want to miss.

This week Bryan and Mario are back with a lighter vibe than last time’s deep Charlie Kirk dive, but that doesn’t mean the takes aren’t sharp. The boys break down how free speech seems to be getting dragged through the mud in America, and wonder why late-night talk show hosts are falling off the map one by one—is it just bad ratings, or is there something bigger at play?

Bryan also proudly reveals his latest splurge: merch from an Eastern Michigan football player with a last name wild enough to make you do a double take. Add in some real talk about love, being more domestic with your partner, and the unveiling of a brand-new Legal Aliens Podcast merch item that’s definitely going to stir up reactions, and you’ve got an episode that’s equal parts fun, spicy, and unpredictable.

This week, Bryan and Mario switch things up with a more serious tone, focusing on just two big topics that deserved their full attention.

The first hour is all about health and diet improvement, as the boys share their current gym routines, how they’ve been changing what they eat, and what they’ve learned from the live chat about different medications that could help with metabolism and weight loss. From uncovering the hidden sugar in fruit parfaits to breaking down what Retatrutide is, the conversation is packed with insight and takeaways anyone can use.

Then, in the second hour, the discussion shifts to the biggest story in America: the assassination of political activist Charlie Kirk. Bryan and Mario examine how his death has intensified political division, why some people are disturbingly celebrating a life lost, and how free speech is being twisted into something dangerous in the ongoing culture wars. It’s a raw, thoughtful conversation about the state of America today, and one that the guys felt was important to have.