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In this passionate, no-holds-barred episode, Tony and Dan find themselves on opposite sides of the Happy Gilmore 2 debate, creating one of their most spirited discussions yet. Tony defends the Netflix sequel as a masterful love letter to the original, awarding it an impressive 8.5/10, while Dan dismisses it as a lazy rehash that fails to stand on its own merits.
The hosts dissect the film's controversial use of flashbacks to the 1996 original, with Tony celebrating the painstaking attention to detail and Dan questioning why a movie needs to remind viewers of jokes from three decades ago. Their conversation evolves into a fascinating exploration of nostalgia, fan service, and what makes a successful sequel work.
Where they do find common ground is in praising the professional golfers who appear throughout the film. John Daly's deadpan delivery (especially his "contutor" line that became Dan's lone laugh-out-loud moment), Scotty Scheffler's surprising comedic timing, and cameos from celebrities like Eminem and Bad Bunny emerge as bright spots even Dan can't deny.
The discussion takes particularly interesting turns when examining the cemetery scene between Happy and Shooter McGavin, the controversial "shifty" sequence that raises questions about the film's politics, and whether Adam Sandler has betrayed the working-class roots that made the original character so relatable.
By the end, Tony and Dan's disagreement transforms into a thought-provoking meditation on what we want from our entertainment: comfortable nostalgia that reminds us of what we loved, or fresh experiences that challenge us to feel something new. Whether you loved or hated Happy Gilmore 2, this episode offers a passionate analysis from both perspectives that will make you reconsider your own stance.

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