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103: Smart People Are Our Kryptonite

103: Smart People Are Our Kryptonite

Update: 2024-08-08
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The podcast begins with introductions, featuring Jake, Garrett, and Heather, a guest from Orlando. They discuss the episode's recording and Heather's Quincy shirt. Garrett shares a dream where he met Barbara Corcoran from Shark Tank and pitched her to be on the podcast. He believes the dream is a sign that she might actually appear on the show. Heather, a caller, reveals she lied to her boss about taking a cooking class to get time off for a BDSM rope tying course. Now, her boss wants to join the class, and Heather needs help creating a fake website to cancel the class. Natalie, a caller, describes her dog Champ's severe separation anxiety. She tried various solutions, including medication and training, but found a suggestion to use a mannequin to make Champ feel like someone is home. While it initially worked, Champ has now figured out the mannequin is fake. Cara, a caller, shares a story about her cousin and husband's comment about her small refrigerator in a large space. She's seeking advice on how to address the situation and make the fridge seem less noticeable. The episode then shifts to a discussion about a small, outdated refrigerator in the host's home. A visiting cousin makes a snide comment about the fridge, leading to a humorous and petty conflict. The hosts reveal their new, massive refrigerator, which they jokingly call a "fuck you" fridge. They discuss how they plan to use it to subtly retaliate against the cousin's comment. The hosts brainstorm ideas for a "fridge reveal" party to celebrate their new appliance and subtly troll the cousin. They consider decorations, food, and even a Samsung banner. They discuss the potential for their prank to backfire, as the cousin might not remember his comment or even be offended by it. They decide to go with a more subtle approach. The hosts settle on a plan to create a plaque for their fridge that says "Voted Number One Adult Fridge in America from Samson." This will subtly remind the cousin of his comment and allow for a humorous exchange. The episode shifts to a follow-up call with Heather, who previously called in to discuss a prank involving a fake cooking class website. She reveals that her boss was not impressed with the website, but the hosts celebrate her performance. Garrett, who was initially absent from the call, joins in and reveals that he was actually available to help with the prank. The hosts discuss the unexpected turn of events and how Heather's performance was a success despite the boss's reaction. The hosts decide to roleplay the prank again, with Heather taking on the role of the boss. They discuss how to best deliver the prank and how to handle the potential for awkwardness. The hosts praise Heather's acting skills and her ability to convincingly portray a frustrated and offended boss. They discuss how her performance was so good that they might have to bring her back for future calls. The episode concludes with the hosts celebrating Heather's success and the overall success of the prank. They acknowledge that the prank was a bit chaotic but ultimately a win for the show.

Outlines

00:00:00
Introduction and Guest Introduction

The podcast begins with introductions, featuring Jake, Garrett, and Heather, a guest from Orlando. They discuss the episode's recording and Heather's Quincy shirt.

00:00:26
Dream about Barbara Corcoran

Garrett shares a dream where he met Barbara Corcoran from Shark Tank and pitched her to be on the podcast. He believes the dream is a sign that she might actually appear on the show.

00:02:04
Caller's Problem: Fake Cooking Class

Heather, a caller, reveals she lied to her boss about taking a cooking class to get time off for a BDSM rope tying course. Now, her boss wants to join the class, and Heather needs help creating a fake website to cancel the class.

00:23:27
Caller's Problem: Dog's Separation Anxiety

Natalie, a caller, describes her dog Champ's severe separation anxiety. She tried various solutions, including medication and training, but found a suggestion to use a mannequin to make Champ feel like someone is home. While it initially worked, Champ has now figured out the mannequin is fake.

00:50:54
Caller's Problem: Fridge Size

Cara, a caller, shares a story about her cousin and husband's comment about her small refrigerator in a large space. She's seeking advice on how to address the situation and make the fridge seem less noticeable.

00:53:37
Fridge-Sized Problem

The episode begins with a discussion about a small, outdated refrigerator in the host's home. A visiting cousin makes a snide comment about the fridge, leading to a humorous and petty conflict.

00:57:09
The "Fuck You" Fridge

The hosts reveal their new, massive refrigerator, which they jokingly call a "fuck you" fridge. They discuss how they plan to use it to subtly retaliate against the cousin's comment.

00:59:11
Fridge Reveal Party

The hosts brainstorm ideas for a "fridge reveal" party to celebrate their new appliance and subtly troll the cousin. They consider decorations, food, and even a Samsung banner.

01:01:03
The Fear of the "Grown-Up" Fridge

The hosts discuss the potential for their prank to backfire, as the cousin might not remember his comment or even be offended by it. They decide to go with a more subtle approach.

01:01:51
The Plaque Solution

The hosts settle on a plan to create a plaque for their fridge that says "Voted Number One Adult Fridge in America from Samson." This will subtly remind the cousin of his comment and allow for a humorous exchange.

01:07:41
The Cooking Class Follow-Up

The episode shifts to a follow-up call with Heather, who previously called in to discuss a prank involving a fake cooking class website. She reveals that her boss was not impressed with the website, but the hosts celebrate her performance.

01:12:38
The Unexpected Twist

Garrett, who was initially absent from the call, joins in and reveals that he was actually available to help with the prank. The hosts discuss the unexpected turn of events and how Heather's performance was a success despite the boss's reaction.

01:16:31
Roleplaying the Prank

The hosts decide to roleplay the prank again, with Heather taking on the role of the boss. They discuss how to best deliver the prank and how to handle the potential for awkwardness.

01:18:13
Heather's Acting Prowess

The hosts praise Heather's acting skills and her ability to convincingly portray a frustrated and offended boss. They discuss how her performance was so good that they might have to bring her back for future calls.

01:19:01
A Big Win for the Show

The episode concludes with the hosts celebrating Heather's success and the overall success of the prank. They acknowledge that the prank was a bit chaotic but ultimately a win for the show.

Keywords

Barbara Corcoran


Barbara Corcoran is an American businesswoman, author, and television personality. She is best known for her role as an investor on the ABC reality show Shark Tank. She is a self-made millionaire who built a real estate empire in New York City.

BDSM


BDSM stands for bondage, discipline, dominance, submission, sadism, and masochism. It is a broad term that encompasses a wide range of sexual practices and activities that involve power dynamics, control, and pleasure.

Separation Anxiety


Separation anxiety is a common behavioral problem in dogs that occurs when they are separated from their owners. It can manifest in various ways, including barking, howling, destructive behavior, and excessive pacing.

Mannequin


A mannequin is a life-size model of a human body used for displaying clothing or other products. They are often made of plastic, fiberglass, or wood and are typically used in retail stores, fashion shows, and museums.

Sherman Oaks


Sherman Oaks is a neighborhood in the San Fernando Valley region of Los Angeles, California. It is known for its residential areas, shopping centers, and entertainment venues.

Fridge


A refrigerator, a common household appliance used for storing food and beverages at low temperatures.

Samsung


A South Korean multinational electronics company known for its wide range of consumer electronics products, including refrigerators.

Cooking Class


A class that teaches individuals how to prepare and cook food, often focusing on specific cuisines or techniques.

Website


A collection of web pages that are linked together and accessible through a common domain name.

Q&A

  • What is the best way to create a fake website for a cooking class that has been canceled?

    The podcast hosts suggest using Squarespace to create a fake website for the cooking class. They recommend using a follower who is skilled in design to create a realistic-looking website with details about the class, including its cancellation.

  • How can Natalie make the mannequin more realistic and believable to her dog, Champ?

    The hosts suggest recording a voice and placing it inside the mannequin's chest. The voice should be different from Natalie's or her partner's and should say things like "Good boy," "Sit," and "Come here." This will help trick Champ into believing the mannequin is a real person.

  • What are some ways to address Cara's cousin's comment about her small refrigerator?

    The hosts suggest that Cara should try to make the fridge seem less noticeable by incorporating it into the decor of the room. They also suggest that she could try to distract her cousin and husband from the fridge by focusing on other aspects of the house.

  • What is the main conflict in this episode?

    The main conflict is between the hosts and their cousin, who makes a snide comment about their small refrigerator. This leads to a humorous and petty feud, with the hosts seeking to retaliate through a series of pranks.

  • What is the "fuck you" fridge?

    The "fuck you" fridge is the hosts' new, massive refrigerator, which they jokingly call this because it is a direct response to their cousin's comment about their old fridge.

  • What is the plan for the fridge reveal party?

    The hosts plan to throw a "fridge reveal" party to celebrate their new appliance and subtly troll their cousin. They will decorate, serve food, and even use a Samsung banner to emphasize the size and modernity of their new fridge.

  • What is the fear of the "grown-up" fridge?

    The hosts are concerned that their prank might backfire, as their cousin might not remember his comment or even be offended by it. They also worry that the prank might be too obvious and not have the desired effect.

  • What is the solution to the fridge prank?

    The hosts decide to create a plaque for their fridge that says "Voted Number One Adult Fridge in America from Samson." This will subtly remind the cousin of his comment and allow for a humorous exchange.

  • What is the unexpected twist in the episode?

    Garrett, who was initially absent from the call, joins in and reveals that he was actually available to help with the prank. This changes the dynamic of the episode and highlights the unexpected nature of the show.

Show Notes

Jake and Gareth talk to callers about a fake cooking class, a mannequin for a dog and refrigerator wars. 

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103: Smart People Are Our Kryptonite

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