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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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44:01

Too Much Tech

Southern Gentlemen ·

2026/10/01

Buy a Southern Gentlemen hat and support the show! The Southern Gentlemen are closing in on a milestone - Episode 100! Chris and Winston kick things off by asking listeners for ideas on how they should celebrate the big one. Special guest? Favorite moments? Something completely ridiculous? They're open to suggestions. Then it's time to recap a wild weekend of college football, including Texas' 20–17 win over Tennessee at Neyland Stadium with President Trump in attendance - and Texas star Colin

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50:27

Tips for Used Car Shopping

Southern Gentlemen ·

2026/09/24

Buy a Southern Gentlemen hat and support the show! This week, the guys kick things off with a fun listener email from a self-proclaimed "dad girl" in Detroit before catching up on a big weekend in sports. They recap Ole Miss vs. LSU and Lane Kiffin's much-anticipated return to Oxford, then head to Bristol for all the drama from the Night Race - including the dust-up between Carson Hocevar and Ryan Blaney. Then Chris takes Winston along for his latest adventure: buying a used car. After deciding he

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47:12

Raising Strong Daughters

Southern Gentlemen ·

2026/09/18

Buy a Southern Gentlemen hat and support the show! Watch this episode on YouTube! This week, Chris and Winston kick things off with a couple of listener emails and a hilarious new review - including one listener's suggestion for a potential "steak" alternative that Winston might actually be able to eat with his Alpha-gal allergy. Then the conversation turns a little more serious as Winston shares about an issue his daughter is navigating in middle school. The guys talk through how to help our kids

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01:07:33

Trapped in Dallas!

Southern Gentlemen ·

2026/09/11

Buy a Southern Gentlemen hat and support the show! Watch this episode on YouTube! Chris is back from another adventure in the mountains - this time in beautiful McCall, Idaho. He shares some highlights from his time out West, what made the trip memorable, and why there's just something good for the soul about getting away to the mountains. But getting home? That's a different story. What should've been a fairly routine trip back to Tennessee turned into a travel nightmare involving delay after delay

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01:10:54

Finding God in the Wilderness

Southern Gentlemen ·

2026/09/03

Buy a Southern Gentlemen hat and support the show! Watch this episode on YouTube! Chris is back from the mountains of Northern California, and he's got some stories to tell. This week, he recaps his trip to JH Ranch for Men's Week - several days with no cell phone, plenty of time in the wilderness, and a group of men who share a desire to know God more deeply. Chris tells Winston about the experience of cutting down a tree the old-fashioned way (no chainsaw allowed), a grueling hike into the

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27:44

Dolly

Southern Gentlemen ·

2026/08/27

Buy a Southern Gentlemen hat and support the show! This week, Chris and Winston take some time to remember and celebrate the life of Dolly Parton - a true Tennessee treasure whose impact reached far beyond country music. The guys share some great Dolly stories, reflect on her unmistakable wit and generosity, and talk about the remarkable way she remained deeply connected to her East Tennessee roots throughout her life. They also reflect on Dolly's faith, her love for God, and the way she so often

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01:05:25

Our Dream Guests REVEALED

Southern Gentlemen ·

2026/08/13

Buy a Southern Gentlemen hat and support the show! This week, the guys kick things off by reading some recent listener reviews of the show before catching up on life. Winston shares what's involved in getting ready to breed his dog, June, while Chris talks about the strange reality of parenting kids in three completely different seasons of life—and how quickly the job changes as they grow up. Then it's time for a little wishful thinking. Chris and Winston each bring their Top 7 Dream Guests for the

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55:00

We Plead The Fifth!

Southern Gentlemen ·

2026/08/06

Buy a Southern Gentlemen hat and support the show! Watch this episode on YouTube! This week the guys kick things off by answering a handful of listener emails before Winston makes a bold declaration that summer is officially over. Then it's time to look ahead as Chris and Winston dive into the upcoming college football season, sharing their thoughts on several SEC teams and what might be in store this fall. They also briefly discuss Anthony Fauci's recent testimony before Congress before wrapping

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01:08:37

The Great Raccoon War

Southern Gentlemen ·

2026/07/30

Buy a Southern Gentlemen hat and support the show! This week, the guys dive into a batch of listener comments they recently discovered on Spotify and YouTube, proving once again that y'all are some of the funniest people on the internet. They respond to your feedback, answer a few questions, and read some comments that had them laughing out loud. They also swap stories about a few recent gear purchases that have them excited, and Chris confesses to his newest ice cream obsession that's becoming a

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47:24

Breaking Bad News

Southern Gentlemen ·

2026/07/23

Buy a Southern Gentlemen hat and support the show! Watch this episode on YouTube! The World Cup may be over, but Chris is still in mourning. This week the guys kick things off by processing Chris' unexpected soccer withdrawals before taking a hilarious detour into his newest internet obsession: Jon Breaks Bad News. Winston gets introduced to the viral videos in real time, and the guys have a lot of fun unpacking what makes them so ridiculously entertaining. Then they read a listener email with some

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56:45

A Soccer 180 + Garmin Instinct 3 Review

Southern Gentlemen ·

2026/07/17

Buy a Southern Gentlemen hat and support the show! Watch this episode on YouTube! The guys are finally back after another week away soaking up the best parts of summer! This episode is one big catch-up session as they swap stories from their America's 250th Fourth of July celebrations, Winston recaps his first-ever attempt at smoking a brisket, and Chris makes a shocking confession after spending years making fun of soccer: he's officially all in on the World Cup. They also break down Conor

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45:06

World Cup Fever!

Southern Gentlemen ·

2026/07/02

Buy a Southern Gentlemen hat and support the show! Watch this episode on YouTube! Before the World Cup fever completely takes over America, Chris has a confession to make: he just watched his first full soccer match... and he has questions. Lots of questions. In this episode, the guys dive into the World Cup phenomenon that's sweeping the country before Chris unveils his completely unscientific, highly opinionated, and (hopefully) lighthearted list of the Top 7 Dumbest Things About Soccer. From

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50:25

What You Should Know About Family Camp

Southern Gentlemen ·

2026/06/25

Buy a Southern Gentlemen hat and support the show! After a few weeks away, the boys are finally back behind the microphones and catching up on life. Chris and Winston kick things off by answering a listener question about the memorable experience of asking their future fathers-in-law for their blessing to marry their daughters. Then it's gift exchange time, as the guys surprise each other with a few thoughtful - and possibly questionable - presents. Chris also brings a fresh batch of dad jokes to

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53:11

Great Father's Day Gifts!

Southern Gentlemen ·

2026/06/04

Buy a Southern Gentlemen hat and support the show! This week, the mailbag is open. Chris and Winston kick things off by answering an important listener email before diving into the main event: the annual Southern Gentlemen Father's Day Gift Guide. Whether you're shopping for your dad, your husband, your brother, your grandfather, or just looking to drop a few hints for yourself, the guys each bring three gift ideas to the table that they believe any dad would be excited to unwrap. From affordable

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54:31

Kyle Busch & The Savannah Bananas

Southern Gentlemen ·

2026/05/28

Buy a Southern Gentlemen hat and support the show! Watch this episode on YouTube! On this episode of Southern Gentlemen, the guys kick things off by answering a handful of listener questions before recapping their Memorial Day weekends and the simple things that made the holiday meaningful. Then things take a more reflective turn as they discuss the untimely death of NASCAR legend Kyle Busch, the impact he had on racing, and the reminder that life is a whole lot shorter and more fragile than we like

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46:08

The Perfect Southern Summer Playlist

Southern Gentlemen ·

2026/05/21

Buy a Southern Gentlemen hat and support the show! Chris and Winston kick things off by diving into a few listener emails from the Southern Gentlemen audience, covering everything from thoughtful questions to a few laughs along the way. Then Chris shares a pet peeve that got stirred up during a recent barber shop visit — a conversation about self-awareness, social cues, and why some people seem completely unaware of how they affect the people around them. From there, the guys shift into full

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40:21

'BEEF' Brings Spiritual Awakening

Southern Gentlemen ·

2026/05/15

Buy a Southern Gentlemen hat and support the show! Watch this episode on YouTube! Chris officially announces the death of the Southern Gentlemen Hotline after realizing apparently none of y'all like leaving voicemails. The guys also answer a listener question about truck tires before diving into a much deeper conversation about the Netflix series Beef and the unexpected emotional and spiritual weight it had on Chris. The conversation opens up into a broader discussion about media consumption, the

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42:06

ChatGPT Asks Us Questions!

Southern Gentlemen ·

2026/05/07

Buy a Southern Gentlemen hat and support the show! Chris and Winston turn to AI for a little help this week… and somehow end up having one of their deepest conversations yet. What starts as a fun experiment with Chat GPT generating random questions quickly turns into an honest discussion about faith, pride, insecurity, legacy, and the weight of other people's opinions. The guys talk about the different ways they experience and recognize God in everyday life, wrestle with the tension between

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49:16

This Airbnb Clash is Shocking!

Southern Gentlemen ·

2026/05/01

Buy a Southern Gentlemen hat and support the show! Watch this episode on YouTube! Winston kicks things off by sharing about an unexpected 40th birthday gift one of his buddies gave him, proving once again that good friendships usually come with a little wildness. Then the guys give a quick recap of Carson Hocevar grabbing the win at Talladega Superspeedway race and the all-time celebration that followed. From there, Chris opens up about a recent clash with an Airbnb guest at one of his tiny homes,

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50:24

Trump Decision Could Change Everything!

Southern Gentlemen ·

2026/04/23

Buy a Southern Gentlemen hat and support the show! On this episode of Southern Gentlemen, Chris and Winston kick things off with a question every grown man ought to wrestle with: if you had to choose one style of food for the rest of your life, what's it gonna be? American classics, Italian comfort food, Mexican staples, Asian flavors, or something else entirely. Strong opinions were shared, appetites were stirred, and somebody may have revealed more about themselves than intended. Then Winston

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