Francis Ellis | Beating Cancel Culture & Finding Comedic Tone At Barstool + NFL Playoff Review

[@Buickman95]

Francis is such a refreshing figure in the barstool world.

[@BussinWithTheBoys]

He's elite

[@CG-xy4or]

​@@BussinWithTheBoys he really is.

[@Yasstre]

@@Buickman95 what about Nate?

[@john4541]

@@Yasstrethis is 100% Nate’s burner account.

[@jonk4524]

An intelligent person lol

[@MoreDarryl]

I love Francis. Only person that can get me interested in reading a blog in 2025

[@hclarkobrien]

Agreed, he is the only one I am excited to read.

[@Yasstre]

What about Nate?

[@9tailskyle]

10000%

[@RockyMountainResale]

Yup

[@sukhbirdhillon9800]

KB

[@gregcberry1]

I’m a huge Francis Ellis fan. I love that “here’s a story about when I got fired” turned into him talking for 45 minutes with no mention yet of getting fired. And it’s 100% entertaining as hell

[@kevindenny3607]

That was a great interview with Francis. His ability to unload everything with little filter is great.

[@BussinWithTheBoys]

He's a wordsmith

[@LJJ1997]

God, I loved this Pod. Francis is the man. Such a well rounded dude who has gone through a lot. Love how open and introspective he can get without taking it all so seriously.

[@defness]

Francis is the best!

[@Poise716]

Francis is the funniest and best human at barstool hands down. Barstool LEGEND!!

[@DOCzullaful]

L take

[@aydendunne6051]

@@DOCzullafulwho is the funniest in your opinion?

[@og_slicc4617]

@@aydendunne60513 way tie with Sas and Rone lol

[@DOCzullaful]

@@aydendunne6051 Rone, DAve, PFT, although I did watch this episode and he is funny

[@TheTylamo]

Love Francis but KB and Nick exist

[@thisaccount6539]

Such an underrated character, Francis is that guy

[@austinwilson162]

Guys, seeing a 4 hour pod from the boys FIRES ME UP!! Let’s go!!!

[@mutsa8]

Right there with you brother

[@BussinWithTheBoys]

LETS GOOOO

[@Stef-Ano]

I’m from Maine. Fran Ellis, as he was referred to, is a lax legend

[@shaynewitmer2528]

Hell of a vocabulary on this cat. A dude that makes dudes smarter

[@BussinWithTheBoys]

100%

[@mattm1289]

Have become a fan of Francis since seeing him on Surviving Barstool. He’s so quick witted and smart. Love it. Great interview

[@og_slicc4617]

If you haven’t watched Soabd he’s great on that and butts heads with Sas constantly it’s hilarious

[@michaellauricella5179]

One of the most compelling podcast episodes. Francis is an unbelievable story teller and obviously incredibly smart.

[@kb.from.boston]

FRANCIS, your authenticity is GLEAMING! Keep growing and inspiring us.

[@mcolem05]

Francis damn near had me tearing up. Love you boys!

[@jake1269]

Best interview I’ve seen in a long time and I watch a ton of podcasts daily goooood stuff boys 🔥

[@dancinrick6749]

Being a fan for Francis’ whole ride has been awesome. Guy has gained so much wisdom and humility through it all and wish him nothing but continued success. Great episode!

[@DelbertGrady64]

Francis would crush it on KillTony. Hopefully he can make it on the panel. Would be huge for him

[@SantaIsSoFly]

Francis if you’re in here lurking, hey. Good pod

[@rustincole_w1339]

Taylor dressed like he can't wait to have a grilled cheese for lunch

[@yukoncornelius73]

Grilled cheese is wildly underrated

[@fatshaq426]

Making them at night?

[@Millerthree]

Thank you Francis. I didn't see you NYE post but it is something that I needed

[@jakedunlap7464]

Francis is such an amazing storyteller. Dude just has an absolute way with words.

[@flypaper6857]

Wow what a great podcast. Francis can tell a story so well. Super enjoyable. He needs a podcast

[@nes8nes]

Great episode! Francis is great on this

[@jonsoto7522]

watched every minute of this 4 hour episode Francis is one of the more fascinating characters from barstool hearing his story on how he got hired and fired was great. Banger pod

[@gelocalderon]

Listened in to have some laughs. Ended up walking away with some profound possibly life correcting thoughts. This episode ruled.

[@dominicanemec2943]

I was sitting at home on NYE because I didn’t feel like celebrating one of the shittiest years of my life, scrolling through Instagram seeing everyone’s “amazing year” recaps. Not to be mushy about it, but when Francis’s story popped up it was super comforting to know it wasn’t just me.

[@tenchtilghman4067]

Francis puts it all out there and I respect that and he’s a talented dude. Keep it going

[@sabate570]

Probably one of the best podcasts I’ve listened to in the last year

[@mattevans1252]

Loved Francis at Barstool and kept reading his blogs when he was at brobible. As a dumb college kid I found his Venmo and requested $1.00- He sent it. Made me a fan for life. If you need that dollar back let me know Francis I’m good for it now

[@mutsa8]

Appreciate the Francis Ellis introduction this episode boys. This man is hilarious. Watching Will & Taylor be so impressed by big words will never not be funny to me The boys

[@Spencer3G]

Love Francis. He takes Fore Play to another level when he’s with them. Would love to see him do more with that clan.

[@MichelleMacInnis-g3h]

Great pod! Didn't think I'd last the full 4+ hours, but I did with ease. Francis is a beaut!

[@claudiabenites83]

sooo happy to see Francis!!

[@olvr-5233]

Incredible podcast gentlemen, Francis is so talented so glad he’s been back.

[@DmdwlGames]

The retention on this video even though it’s 4hrs has to be THROUGH THE ROOF fantastic ep all around but Francis really did do a phenomenal job

[@hudsonbell4532]

I love how much the boys enjoyed this interview you can see it on their faces the entire time

[@gagewhitaker9076]

Francis is so great, I love how real he can be and hope he has such a good year!

[@tcauntie87]

Did not know who Francis was until this season of Survivor Barstool so getting to listen to his story on this episode was great. It had a a good amount of seriousness mixed with laughter. Thank you for putting out a great episode and shine a little light into Barstool.

[@mattvignola6429]

Best interview they’ve ever done. Francis crushed

[@xCradleKingx]

Been following Francis since Barstool Idol, through the Oops pod days and will continue to follow. Such a refreshing and hilarious perspective. 4.5/5 pod boys.

[@maxxjackson9164]

Forgot about Oops until he brought it up but I also listened to every episode 😂

[@rickhopper2732]

Here for francis. Your the best dude. You make every pod a little interesting. Miss Ooops

[@JordanAtienza]

i love a 4 hour francis episode

[@kobyjohnson3150]

Could’ve watched another 4 hours. What a banger!

[@alexferguson4218]

What a glorious interview. Francis is the man

[@ericwackowski7747]

I was super happy Dave brought Francis back. Ever since Barstool Idol he was hilarious. That Idol was by far the best, hell that brought us Francis and The Wonton Don I believe.

[@mustbemattyb]

Anyone who hasn't seen Francis do standup is missing out, hes a great comic and I highly recommend going to his show if he comes to your city. Great pod

[@codymc9085]

I’ve been here since fat Taylor and this was my favorite episode yet. Bring Francis back any chance you can!

[@garrettcaldwell312]

What a good head on Francis to take the adversity on the chin. Really highlights his intelligence and work ethic.

[@aaronrak1326]

This episode was a fucking BANGER

[@BussinWithTheBoys]

Lets gooo!! Thanks for listening!!

[@andredonkey]

Good heavens francis was amazing on this

[@johndoe-fq7ez]

I knew all this Francis lore because I've been following Barstool since '15 but still listened to this intently , good ep.

[@louisritter6798]

Francis is a real one, I’m one of the people that reached out to him to tell him I appreciated him being so open about his personal life because I am going through a lot of similar things to him. He wrote back a kind and thoughtful response, really good dude

[@sumnerdarlington3321]

Add this one to the Episode of the Year list for sure

[@BussinWithTheBoys]

was a BANGER

[@ronhutchinson1370]

More Francis.

[@rossbaker8815]

4 hours?!?!? Let’s gooo

[@mattmonteil3069]

This episode was such a unique one. Definitely a banger. I was glued to this one.

[@Nick-cn2fb]

I found Francis through the parking video. Classic

[@Carlosthe1]

Happy new year boys, I hope everything goes nicey for anyone reading this

[@BussinWithTheBoys]

Happy new years to you brother!

[@oscariniguez101]

I’m not a barstool guy so idk who Francis is. But this is one of the best pods I’ve ever listened to. Such a great conversation. Here’s to a great 2025 boys

[@andyj6239]

Love this francis is great! Bussin boys handling business as usual 😎

[@BretMish]

FRANCIS IS THE DEFINITION OF ELITE!

[@PatTheBat16]

Francis is the man! Great sense of humor and banter

[@lukedavis7020]

Always have an appreciation for you and Will's ability to get people vulnerable to where we can all understand who they are off the pod. Keep it up, love the content!

[@salvadorgurrola25]

Hell of a way to start the morning 🎉

[@dbollenbach901]

This was awesome. Francis really is the man.

[@christianhansen3009]

Damn Francis thrives in this. So good.

[@dustineby8370]

This episode was awesome, had me laughing the whole way through it.

[@3GGunnah]

Francis and the boys. What a day. Been big Francis fan since day 1 glad to see his redemption and rise!

[@patdunne9592]

Gotta love Francis

[@hendarula5310]

Now I’m gonna go re-watch every episode he’s on MSSP

[@Hc56778]

Francis yelling about Harvard to gillie is one of my favorite barstool survivor moment 😂

[@JSorb]

I needed to hear this pod today. Thanks boys

[@BigFactzzz]

Francis is goated, im dying at these stories

[@donnieherrin106]

4 hour show is life changing ❤

[@kim-jong-poon]

Get WARMODE on bussin' with the boys.

[@douglasmcdonald28]

All around great interview. Francis is the best and the boys let him cook. Top notch.

[@daltongorham6768]

Best episode yet. Anything with Francis is the best

[@elijedic]

Francis getting torched at the Duncan awards is how I found Barstool lol it was awesome. Glad he made it back to barstool.

[@cole_RW]

Seriously one of the best episode in a while

[@CookedKyle]

Francis is great, awesome pod

[@RogueStatusQVX]

Francis is the best, can't wait for Tires ❤

[@SticksAandstonesBozo]

Might be the best episode ever.

[@colemolyneaux3663]

3:58:03 “by the way, I’m never gonna get one of these wrong. So we don’t have to do this.” This was hard

[@ErikELewis]

W. Epic episode. So glad I got to see Francis in Madison!

[@Legitstuff23]

one of the best episodes to date.

[@velvetsmoke5981]

Love the pod (and the shoresy jersey Taylor!)

[@wwfan07]

Francis is a legit af. His vocabulary and openness to speak about his journey was really eye-opening. Had a pretty shit show of 2024 and this really helped me out. Great show boys!

[@JamCat69]

Hilarious podcast, well done boys. Francis, you’re hilarious!

[@NevinBook]

Francis great showing

[@SemperAmerican]

Great episode! Francis always kills it

[@avants1]

Love Francis. More episodes of him please

[@kapers5772]

The boys being impressed by Francis' vocab was a really funny dynamic

[@yourbravobestie]

Team Francis always! Such a great interview.

[@jameswalker681]

Great ep. Francis' vocabulary lesson killed me.

[@BussinWithTheBoys]

We stand no chance lol

[@DA-lk5np]

Great interview with Francis

[@ewatchorn9906]

Never knew about Francis until surviving barstool. This guy is the best fucking storyteller!! This episode is goated.

[@RealTalkAlexV]

“That stems from a poor relationship with her father” 😂😂😂 never change Francis

[@alexvilli8465]

You know how talented and fondly looked upon someone is, especially at barstool, when you can go through the comments and not find one negative one

[@JD-zj4me]

Stupendous podcast one dashing fella