The SUR Files

Welcome to Episode Four of #TheSURFiles with Joshie Lopez Please do us a favor and like and smash the subscribe button on YouTube page @TheSURFiles. Also follow us on a growing TikTok account @SURFiles The SUR Files comes to you free of charge where any of your podcasts come from. Topics/Time Stamps 0:00-25:39 - Intro/Joshie's initial thoughts on the first two seasons of The Valley and his general Bravo background 25:40-47:04 - Reviewing The Valley Season 3 Premiere: You Can't Sip With Us 47:05-1:14:49 - Reading Chapter 14 from Scheana Shay's My Good Side Memoir If you guys want to follow me on X it's @TheHootsPodcast, Instagram @JoshLopezMusic Also, check out my audiobook "#Scandoval" by Joshie Lopez in the archives #TheValley #BravoTV #LalaKent #FYP 

#Scandoval by Joshie Lopez explores one of reality television’s most explosive cultural moments—the scandal that erupted when Tom Sandoval’s affair with Rachel Leviss shattered his long-term relationship with Ariana Madix.What began as a shocking betrayal on Vanderpump Rules quickly escalated into a full-blown cultural phenomenon, transcending the boundaries of reality TV fandom and dominating mainstream media discourse.Through a sharp and analytical lens, Lopez examines how “Scandoval” evolved from a personal scandal into a defining pop culture event—highlighting the power of audience investment, social media amplification, and the blurred lines between reality and spectacle. The book reframes the scandal not just as gossip, but as a case study in modern celebrity, fandom, and the ever-expanding reach of reality television.Hit the Like Button and SMASH the Subscribe Button as we're on the road 1000 subscribers. Follow The SUR Files on TikTok @SURFiles   Follow Joshie on Instagram @JoshLopezMusic  Time Stamps0:00-3:45 - Musical Intro 3:46-7:54 - Foreword/Author's Note 7:55-13:56 - Overview 13:57-19:48 - Chapter One: Personal Strife 19:49-25:54 - Chapter Two: Lost Of Direction vs. Mid-Life Crisis 25:55-32:19 - Chapter Three: Boys Night Turns Deceitful 32:20-38:28 - Chapter Four: Collateral Damage 38:29-46:14 - Chapter Five: The Internet Trial 46:15-52:48 - Chapter Six: Brothers In Chaos 52:49-1:00:02 - Chapter Seven: Scheana In The Middle 1:00:03-1:04:38 - Chapter Eight: Clout Chasing vs. Moral High Ground 1:04:39-1:10:55 - Chapter Nine: Life After The Storm 1:10:56-1:12:26 - The Final Author's Note 

Hey, guys! It's Joshie. I want to apologize for the lack of new content, we've been really busy with moves and juggling new jobs. But, we're coming back next week with the debut of The Valley Season 3. In this brief episode, I tell everybody what you can be expecting from us in the coming weeks, including the audio book of #Scandoval written by yours truly, reviews of The Valley and so much more You can follow us on TikTok @surfiles and YouTube @TheSURFiles 

Welcome to Episode Two of The SUR Files with Joshie Lopez and Matt McCool.Please hit the like and subscribe button as we're on the road to 1,000 Subscribers. New episodes of The SUR Files will drop each week anywhere you get podcast from, our new home is Audacy, plus Spotify, Apple Podcast, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music etc.Topics 0:00-15:23 - INTRO 15:24-38:17 - A deep dive look at the first two seasons of The Valley and what to expect in Season Three. 38:18-57:04 - Vanderpump Rules: Season 12, Episode Two, "Manifest and Chill" Review57:05-1:19:22 - Matt gets us updated on the Real Housewife Universe, RANT on Garcelle and what's to come on Bravo, plus Scheana/Tamra Judge feud. You can follow the pod @TheSURFiles on YouTube and @SURFiles on TikTok.You can follow Joshie on X @TheHootsPodcast, IG: @JoshLopezMusic You can follow Matt on X & IG @mmccool24The SUR Files, a deep dive podcast on the iconic Bravo Reality TV Franchise, Vanderpump Rules. The show will be hosted by Joshie Lopez & Matt McCool, both who have experience in the podcast/entertainment field covering Professional Wrestling. With The SUR Files we'll tackle EVERYTHING, The complete franchise, Scandoval, Jax Taylor, The Ariana/Lala Drama from Season 11, Scheana. Plus, we'll tackle The Valley and The Housewives Franchises. Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended. ALL RIGHTS BELONG TO THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNER

Welcome to Episode 500 of The Hoots Podcast with Joshie Lopez, Referee Tony S, and Rob Aurelius New episodes of our new project, The SUR Files based on Vanderpump Rules will be dropping soon on this channel, plus anywhere you get podcast from, our new home is Audacy, plus Spotify, Apple Podcast, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music etc.Please subscribe or follow the podcast on your favorite podcasting platform and share it with your friends.We're on YouTube as well @TheHootsPodcast. Currently at 1,105 subscribers, our goal is to 10,000 subscribers, so we can become a YouTube Partner, please hit the like button and smash the subscribe button, it would mean a lot to us.Topics0:00-34:51 - Intro/Opening Monologue34:52-1:28:32 - This Week In WWE (RAW/SmackDown Thoughts, World Title Scene going into the Royal Rumble, NXT Recap)1:28:33-2:00:05 - The return of WTHIWWAEW 2:00:06-3:18:53 - The Back Porch Q&A SessionWe hope you guys enjoy the podcast this week. You can follow me on X @TheHootsPodcast, Instagram @JoshLopezMusic. Want to partner with The Hoots Podcast, email Joshie at [email protected] Joshie's work at WrestlingHeadlines.com and ProWrestlingTranscriptions.com Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended. ALL RIGHTS BELONG TO THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNER

Welcome to Episode 499 of The Hoots Podcast with Joshie Lopez, as the road Episode 500 continues. New episodes of The Hoots Podcast drop every single Friday anywhere you get podcast from, our new home is Audacy, plus Spotify, Apple Podcast, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music etc.Please subscribe or follow the podcast on your favorite podcasting platform and share it with your friends.We're on YouTube as well @TheHootsPodcast. Currently at 1,105 subscribers, our goal is to 10,000 subscribers, so we can become a YouTube Partner, please hit the like button and smash the subscribe button, it would mean a lot to us.Topics0:00-15:51 - Intro/Opening Monologue15:52-44:15 - This Week In WWE (Liv Morgan on Stephanie McMahon's Podcast, RAW/SmackDown Recap, NXT New Year's EVIL Thoughts)44:16-58:09 - The Back Porch Q&A SessionWe hope you guys enjoy the podcast this week. You can follow me on X @TheHootsPodcast, Instagram @JoshLopezMusic. Want to partner with The Hoots Podcast, email Joshie at [email protected] Joshie's work at WrestlingHeadlines.com and ProWrestlingTranscriptions.com Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended. ALL RIGHTS BELONG TO THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNER

Welcome to Episode 498 of The Hoots Podcast with Joshie Lopez, as the road Episode 500 continues. Referee Tony S is the special guest this week.New episodes of The Hoots Podcast drop every single Friday anywhere you get podcast from, our new home is Audacy, plus Spotify, Apple Podcast, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music etc.Please subscribe or follow the podcast on your favorite podcasting platform and share it with your friends.We're on YouTube as well @TheHootsPodcast. Currently at 1,105 subscribers, our goal is to 10,000 subscribers, so we can become a YouTube Partner, please hit the like button and smash the subscribe button, it would mean a lot to us.Topics0:00-46:42 - Intro/Opening Monologue 46:43-1:46:23 - This Week In WWE (One Final Salute to John Cena, Recapping 2025 as a whole, Chris Jericho coming back to WWE? Plus, Preview for Raw's 1 Year Anniversary Show on Netflix)1:46:24-2:04:40 - The Back Porch Q&A SessionWe hope you guys enjoy the podcast this week. You can follow me on X @TheHootsPodcast, Instagram @JoshLopezMusic. Want to partner with The Hoots Podcast, email Joshie at [email protected] Joshie's work at WrestlingHeadlines.com and ProWrestlingTranscriptions.com Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended. ALL RIGHTS BELONG TO THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNER

Welcome to Episode 497 of The Hoots Podcast with Joshie Lopez, as the road Episode 500 continues.New episodes of The Hoots Podcast drop every single Friday anywhere you get podcast from, our new home is Audacy, plus Spotify, Apple Podcast, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music etc.Please subscribe or follow the podcast on your favorite podcasting platform and share it with your friends.We're on YouTube as well @TheHootsPodcast. Currently at 1,105 subscribers, our goal is to 10,000 subscribers, so we can become a YouTube Partner, please hit the like button and smash the subscribe button, it would mean a lot to us.Topics0:00-14:04 - Intro/Opening Monologue + My first week as a Florida Resident14:05-38:18 - This Week In WWE (John Cena's Conversation with Cody Rhodes, RAW/SmackDown Thoughts, NXT Recap)38:19-48:07 - The Back Porch Q&A SessionWe hope you guys enjoy the podcast this week. You can follow me on X @TheHootsPodcast, Instagram @JoshLopezMusic. Want to partner with The Hoots Podcast, email Joshie at [email protected] Joshie's work at WrestlingHeadlines.com and ProWrestlingTranscriptions.com Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended. ALL RIGHTS BELONG TO THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNER

Welcome to Episode 496 of The Hoots Podcast with Joshie Lopez, as the road Episode 500 continues.New episodes of The Hoots Podcast drop every single Friday anywhere you get podcast from, our new home is Audacy, plus Spotify, Apple Podcast, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music etc.Please subscribe or follow the podcast on your favorite podcasting platform and share it with your friends.We're on YouTube as well @TheHootsPodcast. Currently at 1,107 subscribers, our goal is to 10,000 subscribers, so we can become a YouTube Partner, please hit the like button and smash the subscribe button, it would mean a lot to us.Topics0:00-22:15 - Intro/Opening Monologue + My response to the IWC/Wrestling Media backlash towards John Cena's Last Match22:16-45:35 - This Week In WWE (John Cena's Conversation with Cody Rhodes, RAW/SmackDown Thoughts, NXT Recap)45:36-56:11 - The Back Porch Q&A SessionWe hope you guys enjoy the podcast this week. You can follow me on X @TheHootsPodcast, Instagram @JoshLopezMusic. Want to partner with The Hoots Podcast, email Joshie at [email protected] Joshie's work at WrestlingHeadlines.com and ProWrestlingTranscriptions.com Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended. ALL RIGHTS BELONG TO THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNER

Welcome to Episode 495 of The Hoots Podcast with Joshie Lopez, as the road Episode 500 continues.New episodes of The Hoots Podcast drop every single Friday anywhere you get podcast from, our new home is Audacy, plus Spotify, Apple Podcast, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music etc.Please subscribe or follow the podcast on your favorite podcasting platform and share it with your friends.We're on YouTube as well @TheHootsPodcast. Currently at 1,100 subscribers, our goal is to 10,000 subscribers, so we can become a YouTube Partner, please hit the like button and smash the subscribe button, it would mean a lot to us.Topics0:00-17:23 - Intro/Opening Monologue + Tribute to John Cena17:24-46:02 - This Week In WWE (John Cena's CVV Interview, RAW/SmackDown Recap, Saturday Night's Main Event Preview, I'm glad NXT pisses Bryan Alvarez Off)46:03-54:44 - The Back Porch Q&A SessionWe hope you guys enjoy the podcast this week. You can follow me on X @TheHootsPodcast, Instagram @JoshLopezMusic. Want to partner with The Hoots Podcast, email Joshie at [email protected] Joshie's work at WrestlingHeadlines.com and ProWrestlingTranscriptions.com Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended. ALL RIGHTS BELONG TO THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNER

Welcome to Episode 494 of The Hoots Podcast with Joshie Lopez, as the road Episode 500 continues.New episodes of The Hoots Podcast drop every single Friday anywhere you get podcast from, our new home is Audacy, plus Spotify, Apple Podcast, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music etc.Please subscribe or follow the podcast on your favorite podcasting platform and share it with your friends.We're on YouTube as well @TheHootsPodcast. Currently at 1,060 subscribers, our goal is to 10,000 subscribers, so we can become a YouTube Partner, please hit the like button and smash the subscribe button, it would mean a lot to us.Topics0:00-16:55 - Intro/Opening Monologue16:56-46:55 - This Week In WWE (John Cena on Bill Simmons Podcast, Survivor Series WarGames Review, RAW/SmackDown Thoughts, NXT Deadline 2025 Predictions)46:56-56:29 - The Back Porch Q&A SessionWe hope you guys enjoy the podcast this week. You can follow me on X @TheHootsPodcast, Instagram @JoshLopezMusic. Want to partner with The Hoots Podcast, email Joshie at [email protected] Joshie's work at WrestlingHeadlines.com and ProWrestlingTranscriptions.com Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended. ALL RIGHTS BELONG TO THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNER

Welcome everybody to the premiere episode of The SUR Files, a deep dive podcast on the iconic Bravo Reality TV Franchise, Vanderpump Rules. The show will be hosted by Joshie Lopez & Matt McCool, both who have experience in the podcast/entertainment field covering Professional Wrestling. With The SUR Files we'll tackle EVERYTHING, The complete franchise, Scandoval, Jax Taylor, The Ariana/Lala Drama from Season 11, Scheana. Plus, we'll tackle The Valley and The Housewives Franchises. Please hit the like and subscribe button as we're on the road to 1,000 Subscribers. And please comment down below your thoughts on the first episode of Season 12 Vanderpump Rules. New episodes of The SUR Files will drop each week anywhere you get podcast from, our new home is Audacy, plus Spotify, Apple Podcast, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music etc.Topics 0:00-37:29 - INTRO + Mission Statement For The SUR Files 37:30-1:04:45 - Joshie & Matt reviews the Season 12 Debut of Vanderpump Rules 1:04:46-1:10:01 - Our Thoughts on the Lala/Scheana Feud going into Season 3 of The Valley1:10:02-1:18:17 - Joshie gives a pitch for a book he may write about Scandoval 1:18:18-1:29:29 - Can We Talk? Q&A SessionYou can follow the pod @TheSURFiles on YouTube and @SURFiles on TikTok.You can follow Joshie on X @TheHootsPodcast, IG: @JoshLopezMusic You can follow Matt on X & IG @mmccool24Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended. ALL RIGHTS BELONG TO THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNER

Welcome to Episode 493 of The Hoots Podcast with Joshie Lopez, as the road Episode 500 continues.New episodes of The Hoots Podcast drop every single Friday anywhere you get podcast from, our new home is Audacy, plus Spotify, Apple Podcast, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music etc.Please subscribe or follow the podcast on your favorite podcasting platform and share it with your friends.We're on YouTube as well @TheHootsPodcast. Currently at 1,004 subscribers, our goal is to 10,000 subscribers, so we can become a YouTube Partner, please hit the like button and smash the subscribe button, it would mean a lot to us.Topics0:00-15:34 - Intro/Opening Monologue15:35-45:14 - This Week In WWE (AJ Lee on Stephanie McMahon's Podcast, RAW/SmackDown Thoughts WWE Survivor Series WarGames 2025 Predictions, NXT Gold Rush Recap)45:15-55:31 - The Back Porch Q&A SessionWe hope you guys enjoy the podcast this week. You can follow me on X @TheHootsPodcast, Instagram @JoshLopezMusic. Want to partner with The Hoots Podcast, email Joshie at [email protected] Joshie's work at WrestlingHeadlines.com and ProWrestlingTranscriptions.com Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended. ALL RIGHTS BELONG TO THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNER

Welcome to Episode 492 of The Hoots Podcast with Joshie Lopez, as the road Episode 500 continues.New episodes of The Hoots Podcast drop every single Friday anywhere you get podcast from, our new home is Audacy, plus Spotify, Apple Podcast, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music etc.Please subscribe or follow the podcast on your favorite podcasting platform and share it with your friends.We're on YouTube as well @TheHootsPodcast. Currently at 920 subscribers, our goal is to 1,000 subscribers, so we can become a YouTube Partner, please hit the like button and smash the subscribe button, it would mean a lot to us.Topics0:00-11:43 - Intro/Opening Monologue 11:44-44:33 - This Week In WWE (John Cena on The Raw Recap Podcast, RAW/SmackDown Thoughts, The Road To WarGames Is Heating Up)44:34-54:11 - The Back Porch Q&A SessionWe hope you guys enjoy the podcast this week. You can follow me on X @TheHootsPodcast, Instagram @JoshLopezMusic. Want to partner with The Hoots Podcast, email Joshie at [email protected] Joshie's work at WrestlingHeadlines.com and ProWrestlingTranscriptions.com Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended. ALL RIGHTS BELONG TO THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNER

Welcome to Episode 491 of The Hoots Podcast with Joshie Lopez, as the road Episode 500 continues.New episodes of The Hoots Podcast drop every single Friday anywhere you get podcast from, our new home is Audacy, plus Spotify, Apple Podcast, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music etc.Please subscribe or follow the podcast on your favorite podcasting platform and share it with your friends.We're on YouTube as well @TheHootsPodcast. Currently at 878 subscribers, our goal is to 1,000 subscribers, so we can become a YouTube Partner, please hit the like button and smash the subscribe button, it would mean a lot to us.Topics0:00-29:59 - Intro/Opening Monologue + Joshie reads Rey Mysterio's Tribute to Eddie Guerrero in The Player's Tribune30:00-47:59 - This Week In WWE (Paul Heyman on Stephanie McMahon's Podcast, RAW/SmackDown Thoughts, The Road To WarGames Begin, Don't Let Bryan Alvarez Make You Think That NXT Isn't Good) 48:00-56:11 - The Back Porch Q&A SessionWe hope you guys enjoy the podcast this week. You can follow me on X @TheHootsPodcast, Instagram @JoshLopezMusic. Want to partner with The Hoots Podcast, email Joshie at [email protected] Joshie's work at WrestlingHeadlines.com and ProWrestlingTranscriptions.com Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended. ALL RIGHTS BELONG TO THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNER

Welcome to Episode 490 of The Hoots Podcast with Joshie Lopez, as the road Episode 500 continues.New episodes of The Hoots Podcast drop every single Friday anywhere you get podcast from, our new home is Audacy, plus Spotify, Apple Podcast, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music etc.Please subscribe or follow the podcast on your favorite podcasting platform and share it with your friends.We're on YouTube as well @TheHootsPodcast. Currently at 832 subscribers, our goal is to 1,000 subscribers, so we can become a YouTube Partner, please hit the like button and smash the subscribe button, it would mean a lot to us.Topics0:00-19:03 - Intro/Opening Monologue19:04-46:24 - This Week In WWE (Saturday Night's Main Event Review, Triple H at The All-In Summit, RAW Recap, The fake outrage with Logan Paul, My thoughts on The Last Time Is Now Tournament)46:25-54:54 - The Back Porch Q&A SessionWe hope you guys enjoy the podcast this week. You can follow me on X @TheHootsPodcast, Instagram @JoshLopezMusic. Want to partner with The Hoots Podcast, email Joshie at [email protected] Joshie's work at WrestlingHeadlines.com and ProWrestlingTranscriptions.com Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended. ALL RIGHTS BELONG TO THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNER