Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy sit down with CHiPs legends Eric Estrada and Larry Wilcox for a wild and sometimes tense conversation. The duo reflects on their time as TV’s most famous motorcycle cops, revealing behind-the-scenes stories, personal feuds, and unexpected Hollywood drama.

Estrada opens up about his near-fatal on-set accident and the infamous Rolls-Royce demand that led to a contract shakeup. Wilcox shares his perspective on the industry, his military service in Vietnam, and why he never owned a piece of CHiPs like Estrada did. The tension between the two former co-stars is palpable as they dodge (and sometimes embrace) tough questions about their rocky relationship.

From speeding tickets to psychic hotlines, blacklisting scandals to 70s Hollywood excess, this episode is packed with untold stories, awkward moments, and some unexpected laughs. Was there ever real camaraderie between Ponch and Jon, or was it just TV magic? Listen in and decide for yourself.

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