Junkies Throwback Thirty- Junks In Dewey

The Sports Junkies1h 3mApril 30, 2026

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The Sports Junkies host a nostalgic 'Throwback 30' episode reflecting on their chaotic, alcohol-fueled trips to Dewey Beach, particularly the annual Starbird event. The hosts reminisce about legendary drunken antics: JP's infamous impromptu stage performance of 'Stroke Nine' while hammered, the tradition of stealing beers from Monty's cooler, and the infamous 'pimp and hoes' contest. They recount the absurdity of arriving early to the Starbird—JP arriving at 3 p.m. to start drinking, while others arrive later—leading to a full day of debauchery, including a near-incident where JP was nearly thrown out for throwing bottles. The episode also highlights the contrast between the fun of the event and the reality of parenting, with several hosts expressing guilt over leaving their families behind or being too drunk to function. The hosts share stories of near-disasters: a child nearly destroying a meticulously built sandcastle, a man with OCD puking in a hotel bed and trying to swap it with a clean one, and a man who took an $85 cab ride from Dewey to Ocean City just to make a Dave Matthews concert. Despite the chaos, the tone remains lighthearted and affectionate, celebrating the camaraderie and shared history of the Junkies' Dewey trips.

Key Takeaways
1

Arrive early at the Starbird to maximize drinking time—JP’s strategy of getting there at 3 p.m. is a ritual.

2

Stealing beers from Monty’s cooler is a sacred, ongoing tradition—JP reportedly stole 36 beers in one trip.

3

The Starbird is a lawless zone where you can get away with almost anything, including public drunkenness and minor chaos.

4

Bring your family to Dewey only if you’re prepared to be a responsible adult—most hosts admit they failed at this.

5

The Starbird’s open bar and free T-shirts are legendary, but the real prize is the shared, unforgettable chaos.

Chapters
0:00
10 min

Throwback 30: Dewey Memories & Legendary Drunken Moments

I grabbed the mic away from the lead singer. It was very forward of me. He likes going on stage though.

Highlight
10:00
10 min

The Cooler Tradition & Beer Heists

I walked through the kitchen, first of all, which is awkward because there's always like a waitress. There's like a chef looking at me.

Highlight
20:00
10 min

Arrival Chaos & the 3 p.m. Drinking Start

I'm going to be pounding drinks for four hours before the event even starts. No, you leave. We'll get on the Jolly Trolley around 3.15.

Highlight
30:00
10 min

The Sandcastle Debacle & Hotel Room Disaster

He sneaks in there, takes the clean one, and puts the hurting one in there. And then we go back to our bed, and we're like, dude, there's so much evidence because it leaked through the main comforter.

Highlight
40:00
10 min

The Starbird’s Open Bar & Free T-shirt Culture

The hosts reflect on the Starbird’s legendary open bar and free T-shirts, with JP admitting he took four T-shirts and Brett admitting he hoarded them. The bar’s generosity is both a blessing and a trap.

High-Impact Quotes
I grabbed the mic away from the lead singer. It was very forward of me. He likes going on stage though.
JP1:25
Viral: 85.0
I grabbed the mic away from the lead singer. It was very forward of me. He likes going on stage though.
JP1:25
Viral: 85.0
I took an $85 cab ride. Yeah, well, luckily I was with a chick. Some other girl who had the same idea.
Lurch62:01
Viral: 82.0
Speakers

Hosts

JPCakesLurchEric BickleMonty
Topics Discussed
Dewey Beach Trips95%Starbird Event90%Alcohol and Drunkenness88%Beer Theft Tradition85%Hotel Room Chaos78%Family and Parenting75%Sandcastle Building70%Camping and Travel65%
People & Brands

JP

person

120xPositive

Starbird

other

110xPositive

Dewey Beach

place

100xPositive

Cakes

person

95xPositive

Lurch

person

85xPositive

Eric Bickle

person

70xPositive

Monty

person

60xPositive

Brett

person

45xPositive

Rehoboth

place

30xNeutral

Ocean City

place

25xNeutral

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