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This week on the F3 Podcast hosts Erin Frazier and Chef Jonathan Frazier of the Comox Valley ride the emotional waves of a chaotic Week 14 — recording live as the Houston Texans and Kansas City Chiefs trade touchdowns, turnovers and tension in real time. What began as a check-in on Mahomes’ slow day turns into a mid-episode frenzy as Houston surges back to tie the game.

Erin recaps another fantasy week that came down to the wire, from near-victories to gut-punch losses, while Jonathan breaks down whether the Texans’ young roster is scrappy playoff material or still a step behind in the AFC race.

Then it’s time to eat — Texas style. Jonathan digs into Houston’s multicultural food scene, spotlighting everything from Vietnamese-Cajun crawfish to Gulf Coast po’boys, with a deep dive into the undisputed champion of Houston tailgates: pepper-crusted, slow-smoked brisket. Erin adds her own pick for a lighter halftime option — shrimp po’boys with a squeeze of lemon.

This Episode Features:

(02:15) – Live Game Chaos: Erin and Jonathan capture the Texans–Chiefs momentum swings as they record.

(06:00) – Fantasy Football Recap: Two-point losses, surprise WR standouts, and Mahomes leaving points on the table.

(11:40) – NFL Storylines: Injury shakeups, bubble-team pressure, and what Houston needs to stay in the playoff hunt.

(18:05) – Team of the Week: Houston Texans — defensive strengths, CJ Stroud’s impact, and why Houston’s identity is still evolving.

(27:25) – Taste of Houston: Vietnamese-Cajun crawfish, BBQ potatoes, brisket, po’boys and the city’s fusion-food roots.

(33:50) – Lone Star Bite: Erin’s pick for the perfect game-day plate — a classic Gulf Coast shrimp po’boy.

“If Houston sneaks into the playoffs, it’ll be because of that defense — they’re the heartbeat of the whole team.” – Erin Frazier

“Brisket is a weekend commitment. If you want show-stopping barbecue, you’ve got to babysit that smoker.” – Chef Jonathan Frazier

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