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Cracker Barrel with Brian Bates | Ep. 99 The Consumers

Aug 11, 2026 · 2h 0m

Summary

Comedian Brian Bates joins Greg Warren, Sean O'Brien, and Tim Convey to promote his new special, "Worried," available on the Nate Land YouTube channel. The group discusses Bates' career resurgence, a humorous typo in a promotional post, and Sean's recent sugar-free diet failure. They also explore the history of Cracker Barrel, noting its origins in Bates' hometown of Lebanon, Tennessee, and share anecdotes about local landmarks and celebrity alumni.

Topics discussed

Nesquik ad and intro banter Comedy club attendance and scheduling mishaps Episode 99 nostalgia and social media typo Promoting Brian Bates' special 'Worried' Comedy special views and favorite jokes Stress eating and physical therapy Podcast guest appearances and open mic nights Childcare struggles and home renovation upsells Quo business phone system ad Cracker Barrel history and founder Dan Evins Comedy show logistics and hotel comparisons Evins' oil background and first location success Cracker Barrel locations and states without them The logo, peg game, and old candy bars Gift shop items and employee loyalty perks Corporate history, lawsuits, and menu debates Peg game skills and seasonal decor timing Acapella groups and Oak Ridge Boys trivia Listener comments and podcast clips Guest dynamics and upcoming taping dates Tour dates and closing remarks
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