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Southern Gentlemen

Chris Thomas & Winston Cruze

Southern Gentlemen is a podcast hosted by Chris Thomas and Winston Cruze. We"re just two good ol" boys from the American South, making our way the only way we know how. In each episode of Southern Gentlemen, we chat about things we find interesting. From being better husbands and dads, to hunting, gear, cocktails, and more, we always come at it from a Southern perspective, and we always have a lot of fun. We"re grateful y"all are here!

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54:24

Gold Medals & F-Bombs

Southern Gentlemen ·

2026/02/26

Buy a Southern Gentlemen hat and support the show! In this episode of Southern Gentlemen, Chris and Winston kick things off with a brand-new NASCAR conspiracy theory that may or may not involve shadowy decisions, suspicious finishes, and a healthy dose of overthinking. Are we asking questions? Yes. Are we qualified to answer them? Absolutely not. Then Chris drops a bombshell: he's started using a new supplement... and let's just say it includes sheep testicles. (You read that correctly.) The fellas

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43:28

Mardi Gras: From Beads to Ashes

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2026/02/19

Buy a Southern Gentlemen hat and support the show! Watch this episode on YouTube! When most of us hear "Mardi Gras," we think beads, Bourbon Street, and stories that probably shouldn't be repeated in polite company. But is that really what Mardi Gras is? In this episode, Chris and Winston admit they don't know much about it — and decide to find out. We dig into the history of Mardi Gras, the meaning of Fat Tuesday, and how it connects to Lent, Ash Wednesday, and the 40-day season leading up to

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58:21

Wrestling with the First Amendment

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2026/02/12

Buy a Southern Gentlemen hat and support the show! Watch this episode on YouTube! In this episode, Chris opens by making a few clarifications and corrections from a previous episode, tightening up a few points and setting the record straight. From there, we get into the meat of the episode, a wide-ranging conversation on the First Amendment and why it still matters in real life, not just in theory. We talk about free speech, limits, cultural pressure, and the responsibility that comes with having a

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01:11:07

Smoke Rises In The Storm: Will Newman of Edley's BBQ

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2026/02/05

Buy a Southern Gentlemen hat and support the show! In this episode of the Southern Gentlemen Podcast, Chris and Winston sit down with Will Newman, founder of Edley's BBQ, for a conversation that hits right at the crossroads of business, faith, family, and Southern Hospitality. We start with Edley's response to Winter Storm Fern - when Will and his team fired up the pits to serve free pork sandwiches to linemen, first responders, and folks displaced by the storm. It's a powerful look at what it means

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01:08:53

Be Prepared: Calm in the Storm

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2026/01/29

Buy a Southern Gentlemen hat and support the show! Watch this episode on YouTube! On this episode of Southern Gentlemen, Chris and Winston swap stories from the other side of the Great Winter Storm Fern of 2026 that shut down much of Middle Tennessee and had everybody rethinking just how prepared they really were. They break down what they learned the hard way - from water storage and food prep to keeping the lights on and the house warm when power went out. The guys talk generators (what they'll

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51:23

King, Warrior, Sage, and Lover: The Four Masculine...

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2026/01/22

Buy a Southern Gentlemen hat and support the show! On this episode of the Southern Gentlemen Podcast, Chris and Winston kick things off with a quick recap of the College Football National Championship Game before shifting gears into a deeper, more introspective conversation. The guys dive into the Four Archetypes of Masculinity — The King, The Warrior, The Sage, and The Lover — and explore how these archetypes show up in our lives for better… and sometimes for worse. To make it personal, Chris and

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01:07:33

Best Family Games 2026

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2026/01/15

Buy a Southern Gentlemen hat and support the show! In this episode of Southern Gentlemen, Chris and Winston slow things down and talk about something close to home—good, old-fashioned fun with the people you love most. The guys share their favorite games to play with the whole family—the kind that get everyone around the table, spark a little friendly competition, and create the kind of memories that stick. From games that work with a wide range of ages to ones that are perfect for winding down in

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01:01:46

Faith, Flu, and Fresh Perspective

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2026/01/08

Buy a Southern Gentlemen hat and support the show! In this episode of Southern Gentlemen, Chris and Winston catch up after the New Year break and ease back into the groove of things—flu bugs, family time, and all. Winston shares about capturing incredible drone footage of whales, while Chris talks through the fast he's currently on and how he's approaching the new year with a renewed focus on drawing closer to God. The guys also touch on current events (including what's going on with Maduro), swap a

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47:04

2026 Brings Contentment & Gratitude

Southern Gentlemen ·

2026/01/01

Buy a Southern Gentlemen hat and support the show! In this episode of the Southern Gentlemen Podcast, Chris and Winston kick things off with a laid-back recap of Christmas—sharing a few highlights, reflections, and moments that made the season meaningful. From there, the conversation turns more reflective as they talk about contentment heading into a new year. They discuss the importance of choosing gratitude in a world that constantly invites comparison—especially when social media shows us

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57:34

Top 3 Moments of 2025

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2025/12/18

Buy a Southern Gentlemen hat and support the show! Watch this episode on YouTube! In this laid-back catch-up episode of the Southern Gentlemen Podcast, Chris and Winston settle in and swap a few stories from real life before looking back on a big year for the show. Winston kicks things off with a recap of a recent quail hunt, then bravely walks us through his first dentist visit in almost three years — which goes about as well as you'd expect. Chris counters with a heart-pounding story involving his

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01:06:47

2025 Christmas Gift Guide!

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2025/12/11

Buy a Southern Gentlemen hat and support the show! Christmas is coming, and the Southern Gentlemen are here to help you find the perfect gift for the men you love. In this festive episode, Chris and Winston run through a whole lineup of thoughtful, well-made gifts - everything from classic timepieces that'll last a lifetime to products that make everyday life a little easier. And of course, they sprinkle in a few fun, unexpected ideas along the way. Whether you're shopping for your husband, your

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54:36

Made in Mississippi with Nick Weaver of Blue Delta Jeans

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2025/12/04

Buy a Southern Gentlemen hat and support the show! In this episode, Chris and Winston sit down with Nick Weaver, co-founder of the legendary custom denim brand Blue Delta Jeans. Nick shares the story of how he and his partner, Josh West, started the company from scratch, why they chose the "build it slow and build it right" approach, and how they've grown Blue Delta into one of the most respected names in American-made denim over the past decade. They dig into the ups and downs of entrepreneurship,

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46:32

Thanksgiving SIDE DISHES!

Southern Gentlemen ·

2025/11/27

Watch the video verstion on YouTube! Buy a Southern Gentlemen hat and support the show! In this Thanksgiving-themed episode of the Southern Gentlemen Podcast, Chris and Winston roll up their sleeves and dive into one of the most important conversations of the holiday season: the side dishes. The fellas each reveal their Top 5 Favorite Thanksgiving Sides, from the classics that never fail to the under-the-radar dishes that deserve more love at the family table. Along the way, they share stories from

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57:51

What Women Carry

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2025/11/20

Buy a Southern Gentlemen hat and support the show! Watch this episode on YouTube. In this episode of the Southern Gentlemen Podcast, Chris walks into the studio carrying something a little unexpected… his wife Kimberly's purse. Naturally, this leads to a brand-new game where Winston has to blindly guess the wild assortment of things that might be hiding inside. From mystery lotions to receipts of unknown origin, the fellas stumble into plenty of laughs as they dig through the depths of "the bag."

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01:02:38

Unexpected Company #2 with Special Guest Allen Blaxton

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2025/11/13

In this moving installment of The Southern Gentlemen Podcast, Chris and Winston sit down with their next "Unexpected Company" guest, Allen Blaxton — a 25-year veteran of the U.S. Navy who spent two of those years as Maintenance Officer for the legendary Blue Angels. Allen was introduced to the show by our previous "Unexpected Company" guest, Michael Farren, and his story takes listeners on a powerful journey through service, music, loss, and faith. After retiring from the Navy, Allen traded fighter

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01:09:42

Turkey Tips, Mud Masks, and Michelin

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2025/11/06

Watch the video version on YouTube! The brand new Southern Gentlemen Hat is officially available! CLICK HERE if you'd like to pick one up and support the show. In this week's episode of The Southern Gentlemen Podcast, Chris and Winston kick things off by answering a listener's voicemail asking the all-important question: what's the best way to prepare a Thanksgiving turkey? The fellas share their favorite tips (and a few cautionary tales). Then things take a turn when Chris shares his experience

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59:09

I Accidentally Booked a Brothel!

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2025/10/30

The brand new Southern Gentlemen Hat is officially available! CLICK HERE if you'd like to pick one up and support the show. In this week's episode of Southern Gentlemen, Chris and Winston cover a little bit of everything. They kick things off by answering a listener's question about vow renewals, share why they decided to delete their TikTok account, and then Chris tells the wild story of accidentally booking a night for he and his wife to stay at what used to be a brothel. Winston gives an update

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01:13:12

Roller Coasters & Wisephones

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2025/10/24

The brand new Southern Gentlemen Hat is officially available! CLICK HERE if you'd like to pick one up and support the show. In this week’s episode of the Southern Gentlemen Podcast, Chris and Winston are all over the map — in the best way. Chris shares stories from his family’s fall break trip to Dollywood, including some insider pro tips for anyone planning a visit. Winston gives an update on his bold move away from the iPhone to a minimalist Wisephone, and how that’s been going so far. They also

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54:52

Let's Talk Testosterone (with Dr. Christopher Motley)

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2025/10/16

The brand new Southern Gentlemen Hat is officially available! CLICK HERE if you'd like to pick one up and support the show. In this episode, Chris and Winston sit down with Dr. Christopher Motley to have an honest, insightful conversation about something every man needs to understand—testosterone. They dig into what testosterone really is, how it affects a man’s energy, mood, focus, strength, and overall health, and why maintaining healthy levels is so important as we age. Dr. Motley breaks down

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58:27

Innovation, Leadership, and Fatherhood with Justin...

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2025/10/09

The brand new Southern Gentlemen Hat is officially available! CLICK HERE if you'd like to pick one up and support the show. In this episode, Chris and Winston sit down with Justin Marks—founder and CEO of Trackhouse Entertainment Group—to talk about how he went from driver to building one of the most innovative teams in NASCAR. Justin opens up about what it takes to lead a company of more than 180 employees, the habits and disciplines that help him stay grounded as a husband and father while

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