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A lot of this wasn’t even meant to make it into the episode, but we said why not… DB wanted to show Ricky some hilarious videos he hadn’t seen before, so we figured we’d just throw it all in here because… why not?!
After they finish surfin’ around the internet, the finally decide what is the GOAT Nickelodeon Show?
Videos: (entertainment purposes only, we don’t own any of these videos/sources)
“Tyrese Django Audition Tape”
Fat Joe - “High School…”
https://youtube.com/shorts/v0iAR1jEf0s?si=WO158XbE2McBIysU
Fat Joe - “5 Years old…”
https://youtube.com/shorts/xll3XEMeR1w?si=Vx3V7pens-QPK4k4
Nickelodeon bracket
https://www.deviantart.com/tuneslooney/art/Nicktoon-Brackets-Tournament-Round-1-CLOSED-885918021
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20 Jul 2026
ATG - Boot Gang, Welcome to 'ATG Fest'
The #InnernetsFavriteCuzins have had a rough few weeks… so this delay hits a little different than usual. The boys fill you in on why not only one, but BOTH of them have injured legs at this moment… (no its not just because they’re old… but that’s also not wrong)
Also, they create their all-star lineup for the first ever 4-day “ATG Fest”! See who they picked to headline each day of this dream festival!
Yerrrrrr
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27 Jun 2026
ATG - Still kickin’ it with DvBBs
Figured since we were still hanging out with the newest member of the ATG Fam DvBBs, we thought why not let him hang our for the next episode, right?
The guys rap about the worst Christmas presents they received as kids…
A new game called “Trim, Bench, Cut”, (previously Start, Bench, Cut), now sponsored by Fresh Cut Co. Lawn Care! Per usual, it’s got some 90s kid, black folk flare to it! So its always a good time!
They talk about some of the craziest things they’ve seen on the internet recently… which is always a toss up for something crazy…
AND WE GOT THE RETURN OF THE WAGYU HOTDOG?!?! (Did y’all know its actually a real thing? Was DB onto something?)
Enjoy!
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27 Jun 2026
ATG: Interview w/ DvBBS
Decided to bring y’all a little something different! Will be having more conversations like this moving forward so be on the lookout!
The Boys kick it with multi-talented DvBBS to hear what got him interested in music, talk his musical process from writing tot he studio, his past connections to DB & what’s on the horizon for him next!
S/O to DvBBS for kickin’ it with #theinternetsfavritecuzins & we hope y’all enjoy this conversation!
Thanks for watching/supporting per usual. Don’t forget to like, share, subscribe, & repost!
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27 May 2026
ATG: Best Jerseys, Music, Food... oh & DB wylin' again...
Thank you for tuning in!
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3 May 2026
Which MJ you taking: Jackson or Jordan?
Thanks for hangin’ out with “The Internet’s Favorite Cousins” on ATG!
Shoutout to:
Taylor Made Bakery - Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/taylor_made_bakery?igsh=bWo5YzNoYzl5ZDQ2)
Fresh Cut Co. Lawn Care - Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/share/18zFjZrnGs/?mibextid=wwXIfr), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/freshcutcolawncare?igsh=MWpxanNzOXRvOHNsZg==)
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17 Apr 2026
ATG - Move Shakin, Road Trippin & Dance Debating
We went audio only this time, Cuzzins! Sorry y’all don’t get to see our beautiful faces this week.
We talkin bout our travel “Do’s & Don’ts”… See what really gets us annoyed and why you might not be invited on this ATG Road Trip that’s potentially in the works!
We also jump into a little game of “Start, Bench, Cut” with some of everybody’s favorite Back Dance stables…and as always we talked about some food too… But you already know how we do here… No spoilers!
Enjoy the episode and we’ll catch y’all next soon!
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24 Mar 2026
DB wants a... Wagyu Glizzy?!
First things first: Go stream our boy DB’s single: "Fire" by DB - Apple Music (https://music.apple.com/us/album/fire/1871422038?i=1871422039)
Now onto business… The boyys have their first guest on the show! Big shoutout to Brotha PhD (_bigphd_) pullin’ up to the show!
The guys jump into all kinds of topics… more cookout talk… they draft which celebs they want on cooking at their parties?
They talk “exotic”… we’ll just leave it at that…
Jump on in… and have some fun with your, your friends, & especially… “The Internet’s Favorite Cousins”.
We looking for guests and sponsors!!! Hit us up!!
Come work and grow with the Catch Cortez Family!!
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5 Mar 2026
ATG: "The Lost Tapes" #1
Some episodes are fire... some are absolute trash.
This one was on its way to being a masterpiece until we realized it was destined for the “Delete” folder… Or so we thought!
Welcome to the first installment of “The Lost Tapes.” Every now and then, we’re dropping the “blooper” shows that didn’t quite make the cut. In this case, Ricky’s audio decided to identify as a robot yelling down a long hallway while fighting a case of strep throat. 🙄
It’s still a vibe, though. For the OGs and the old heads: we threw in some pop-up notes throughout the video… shoutout to the classic Pop Up Video days on MTV/VH1. What a time... ✌🏾
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26 Feb 2026
ATG Ep. 9: It's a 90s Baby Thing...
What’s good, Family!!
ATG is back with an episode for the '90s babies! Taking a trip back to some better times...
Ricky & DB, aka “The Internet's Favorite Cousins”, dive into a few different topics like:
* Which ‘90s celebrities would have been social media stars today,
* Which ‘90s movies would have broken the internet
* and the best ‘90s starter jackets and attire.
Plus, find out why they think black people favoritesYou Got Served and Coach Carter are ‘terrible’ movies, and why classics like Love Jones & Hitch are basically ‘glorified stalker stories!
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2 Feb 2026
ATG Ep. 8 - Cookout Etiquette
It’s been a long time, but the boys are back… this time jumping right back into ranting about what NOT to do at the cookout… Ahhh hell… what y’all fools do now?
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6 Oct 2025
ATG Ep. 7 - Favorite Cran Juice Flavors, Artificial Flavors
This episode of ATG is all about THE JUICE! (No not that juice.. although DB is a recovering "Juice Gawd" trying to get his Iife right...
The guys rank their favorite Cranberry juice flavors, before diving into the best/worst artificial flavors!
Yes we love food... mind your business and enjoy the episode!
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The guys rattle off their picks for worst TV Dads...and even throw a few kids in there for good measure!
They also draft their top "Child Prodigies"! So let us know if/who we missed! As always like, follow, subscribe, go check us out on Youtube... blah blah!!
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14 Aug 2025
ATG Ep. 5 - We getting old, Top Rapper Movie Roles & Rants
The fellas complain about how much their Iives have changed since they met in college (10+ years ago) & complain about their 1st world adult problems.
They also get into a list of the best Rapper turned Actor roles (not ranking the actors themselves, just the roles/movies).
PSA:
So, if you haven't noticed by now... these were recorded a while ago and are just now hitting the streets! If this sounds like new information to you, allow us to provide you with a disclaimer:
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13 Aug 2025
ATG Episode 2 1 2 Fire Songs from the Beat ALONE
The guys take a little time to rattle off songs they feel were instant classics based on the beat alone. (Or the instrumental for those watching/listening who need "correct verbiage". We appreciate y'all too but grow up!)
Keep liking, sharing & subscribing PLEASE!! We NEED to get DB out of this brown shirt!
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The guys talk food, dipping sauces (condiments for the proper folks), Wings vs. Flats, & Cult Classic Movies/TV shows.
As always go tell your momma to share this podcast to all her lil friends at work & make sure they like, share, & SUBSCRIBE! If we can get 1K soon, maybe the guys do something nice for y'all!
Lastly hit us up and let us know what we should be talking about! Have an "L of the Week"? Let us know who you're giving it to!
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14 Jul 2025
ATG Ep. 2: Top Saturday Morning Cartoons & Crossover Episodes
Being the big kids they are, the guys rank their personal top 5 (top 5 top 5) Cartoons AND get into their favorite crossover episodes!
Let us know in the comments which of these bring back some memories and what are some of your favorites! Did we miss any?
Let us know who took the Biggest L recently in your life! (Obviously this was recorded back during the Eastern Conference Finals since there was PLENTY of NY Knicks hate to go around!)
As always don't forget to Like, Share, & Subscribe!!!!
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10 Jul 2025
ATG Episode 1 (again)... What's got the Black Community in a Chokehold?
Okay.. I know we said we started a podcast before... but we'll call that "soft launch". Welcome to the real deal, no games, straight thing no play thing, 1st Episode of ATG!
Yerrrrrrr!
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