473. Pimento Cheese

In Missing Curfew Episode 473, 'Pimento Cheese,' hosts Up Dog and Richie deliver a vibrant, multifaceted deep dive into the world of sports, blending personal reflections with sharp analysis. The episode opens with a celebration of the Pro Tour, a celebrity golf event that brings together athletes from hockey, baseball, and beyond, where the hosts recount their recent trip to Mississippi and the electric camaraderie among legends like Pat Burrell, Dwight Freeney, and Tom Glavin. They praise the event’s production and call for more authentic behind-the-scenes content—locker room banter, on-course chemistry, and player interactions—to deepen fan engagement. The conversation then pivots to the NHL, with heartfelt praise for Brent Burns’ historic 1,000-game streak and the resurgence of teams like the Montreal Canadiens and Vegas Golden Knights, whose energy has been revitalized under new leadership. The hosts also reflect on the emotional weight of the Masters Tournament, sharing personal memories tied to Augusta National and offering bold picks like Cameron Young, Bryson DeChambeau, and Brooks Koepka. As the episode unfolds, they critique the league’s overreliance on shootouts and advocate for a three-point system for regulation wins to better reward competitive excellence. A touching tangent on the MLB Gold Card—highlighted by the story of Pat Burrell’s card being taken in a divorce—sparks a humorous yet poignant discussion about the irreplaceable value of lifetime achievements in sports, leading to a whimsical proposal for an NHL 'platinum card' as a symbol of fandom loyalty and community contribution.