Digest

The podcast begins with introductions and a brief overview of the show, featuring guests Eric Thomas, Janelle Stelsen, and Mateo Lane. The host highlights the week's news, including the vice presidential debate and President Biden's visit to hurricane-affected areas. The podcast delves into political commentary, analyzing the vice presidential debate, President Biden's remarks on climate change, and Donald Trump's alleged reluctance to provide disaster assistance to California. The host also discusses Liz Cheney's endorsement of Kamala Harris and Melania Trump's stance on abortion rights. The podcast focuses on the Pennsylvania Attorney General race, specifically addressing the candidates' stances on abortion prosecution. The host critiques Republican candidate Dave Sunday's response, highlighting his avoidance of a direct answer. The podcast discusses Special Counsel Jack Smith's filing regarding Donald Trump's attempts to overturn the 2020 election. The host analyzes the evidence presented, including text messages and Trump's alleged indifference to Mike Pence's safety. The podcast covers the New York Times' report on Republican Congressman Mike Lawler's past blackface incident while dressed as Michael Jackson. The host explores Lawler's history as an obsessive Michael Jackson fan and the controversy surrounding the incident. The podcast addresses Marjorie Taylor Greene's conspiracy theory about Democrats controlling the weather. The host satirizes Greene's statement and criticizes her political views. The podcast discusses Tina Peters' sentencing for her role in a data breach aimed at aiding Trump's re-election fraud scheme. The host criticizes Peters' actions and questions Trump's awareness of her involvement. The podcast shares a humorous story about a French author's hidden bronze owl statuette and a recent revelation from Barry Sonnenfeld about Will Smith's infamous fart on the set of Men in Black. The podcast welcomes Eric Thomas, a writer for the "Dear Abby" advice column, and introduces a segment called "Ami the Hero." The segment features audience members sharing stories about their perceived heroism, which Eric Thomas then analyzes and critiques. The podcast features Janelle Stelsen, a congressional candidate running against Scott Perry. The host plays a game called "Drop it Like it's Scott," where Janelle Stelsen ranks true facts about Scott Perry on a scale of ghoulishness. The podcast welcomes comedian Mateo Lane, who discusses his love for Mariah Carey and pasta. The host engages in a humorous conversation with Mateo Lane about his preferences and experiences. The conversation starts with a humorous anecdote about Martin Short's charming interaction with a security person at the airport. The discussion then shifts to Martin Short's pre-check status and whether he would take off his shoes at airport security. The conversation turns to the topic of pasta shapes, with the speakers expressing their opinions on different types of pasta. Linguine is declared "not respected," and bow tie pasta is deemed "fucking ass." A game is introduced where the speakers have to guess whether a given image is related to Mariah Carey or pasta. The game is played with the help of co-host Nick Smith, who demonstrates his knowledge of both Mariah Carey and pasta. The conversation shifts to food decorum, specifically the act of eating food in a car. The speakers express their dislike for this practice, and Nick shares a story about getting kicked out of Chipotle for arguing with someone ordering 40 burritos. The discussion continues on the topic of food, focusing on the annoyance of people taking too long to order at ice cream shops. The speakers express their frustration with people trying new flavors before ordering their usual, arguing that it's a waste of time. The speakers share their dislike for eating outside, citing the presence of flies and mosquitoes as a major deterrent. The conversation then transitions to the podcast they co-host, "I Never Liked You," and the fact that they don't actually like each other. The speakers discuss the upcoming election and encourage listeners to check their voter registration status. They also promote a fund set up to help those affected by Hurricane Hilary. The speakers introduce the "Rand Wheel," a segment where they spin a wheel and rant about a topic related to Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh, or their experiences in the area. The speakers express their dislike for Ohio and discuss the Pittsburgh accent, which they believe is often mocked unfairly. They play a clip of a person speaking with a Pittsburgh accent, highlighting its unique characteristics. The speakers invite audience members to share their "high notes," or positive experiences. Two audience members share stories about their families and coming out as LGBTQ+.

Outlines

00:00:00

Introduction and Show Overview

The podcast begins with introductions and a brief overview of the show, featuring guests Eric Thomas, Janelle Stelsen, and Mateo Lane. The host highlights the week's news, including the vice presidential debate and President Biden's visit to hurricane-affected areas.

00:00:59

Political Commentary and News Analysis

The podcast delves into political commentary, analyzing the vice presidential debate, President Biden's remarks on climate change, and Donald Trump's alleged reluctance to provide disaster assistance to California. The host also discusses Liz Cheney's endorsement of Kamala Harris and Melania Trump's stance on abortion rights.

00:10:44

Abortion Rights and Political Debates

The podcast focuses on the Pennsylvania Attorney General race, specifically addressing the candidates' stances on abortion prosecution. The host critiques Republican candidate Dave Sunday's response, highlighting his avoidance of a direct answer.

00:13:37

Special Counsel Jack Smith's Filing and Trump's Actions

The podcast discusses Special Counsel Jack Smith's filing regarding Donald Trump's attempts to overturn the 2020 election. The host analyzes the evidence presented, including text messages and Trump's alleged indifference to Mike Pence's safety.

00:16:51

Republican Congressman Mike Lawler's Blackface Incident

The podcast covers the New York Times' report on Republican Congressman Mike Lawler's past blackface incident while dressed as Michael Jackson. The host explores Lawler's history as an obsessive Michael Jackson fan and the controversy surrounding the incident.

00:19:31

Marjorie Taylor Greene's Climate Change Conspiracy Theory

The podcast addresses Marjorie Taylor Greene's conspiracy theory about Democrats controlling the weather. The host satirizes Greene's statement and criticizes her political views.

00:20:31

Tina Peters' Sentencing and Trump's Role

The podcast discusses Tina Peters' sentencing for her role in a data breach aimed at aiding Trump's re-election fraud scheme. The host criticizes Peters' actions and questions Trump's awareness of her involvement.

00:22:12

Humorous Anecdotes and Stories

The podcast shares a humorous story about a French author's hidden bronze owl statuette and a recent revelation from Barry Sonnenfeld about Will Smith's infamous fart on the set of Men in Black.

00:23:57

Eric Thomas and the "Ami the Hero" Segment

The podcast welcomes Eric Thomas, a writer for the "Dear Abby" advice column, and introduces a segment called "Ami the Hero." The segment features audience members sharing stories about their perceived heroism, which Eric Thomas then analyzes and critiques.

00:39:16

Janelle Stelsen and the "Drop it Like it's Scott" Game

The podcast features Janelle Stelsen, a congressional candidate running against Scott Perry. The host plays a game called "Drop it Like it's Scott," where Janelle Stelsen ranks true facts about Scott Perry on a scale of ghoulishness.

00:56:15

Mateo Lane and a Discussion on Mariah Carey and Pasta

The podcast welcomes comedian Mateo Lane, who discusses his love for Mariah Carey and pasta. The host engages in a humorous conversation with Mateo Lane about his preferences and experiences.

01:03:05

Martin Short, Pre-Check, and Pasta Debates

The conversation starts with a humorous anecdote about Martin Short's charming interaction with a security person at the airport. The discussion then shifts to Martin Short's pre-check status and whether he would take off his shoes at airport security. The conversation turns to the topic of pasta shapes, with the speakers expressing their opinions on different types of pasta. Linguine is declared "not respected," and bow tie pasta is deemed "fucking ass."

01:06:32

The Mariah Carey and Pasta Game

A game is introduced where the speakers have to guess whether a given image is related to Mariah Carey or pasta. The game is played with the help of co-host Nick Smith, who demonstrates his knowledge of both Mariah Carey and pasta.

01:12:03

Food Decorum and Chipotle Drama

The conversation shifts to food decorum, specifically the act of eating food in a car. The speakers express their dislike for this practice, and Nick shares a story about getting kicked out of Chipotle for arguing with someone ordering 40 burritos.

01:14:01

Ice Cream Shop Annoyances

The discussion continues on the topic of food, focusing on the annoyance of people taking too long to order at ice cream shops. The speakers express their frustration with people trying new flavors before ordering their usual, arguing that it's a waste of time.

01:15:09

Eating Outside, "I Never Liked You," and Election Day

The speakers share their dislike for eating outside, citing the presence of flies and mosquitoes as a major deterrent. The conversation then transitions to the podcast they co-host, "I Never Liked You," and the fact that they don't actually like each other. The speakers discuss the upcoming election and encourage listeners to check their voter registration status. They also promote a fund set up to help those affected by Hurricane Hilary.

01:18:33

The Rand Wheel and Pittsburgh Accent

The speakers introduce the "Rand Wheel," a segment where they spin a wheel and rant about a topic related to Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh, or their experiences in the area. The speakers express their dislike for Ohio and discuss the Pittsburgh accent, which they believe is often mocked unfairly. They play a clip of a person speaking with a Pittsburgh accent, highlighting its unique characteristics.

01:29:38

High Notes

The speakers invite audience members to share their "high notes," or positive experiences. Two audience members share stories about their families and coming out as LGBTQ+.

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Q&A

• What were the key takeaways from the vice presidential debate?

  Minnesota Governor Tim Wall criticized Ohio Senator jury duty vans for refusing to acknowledge that Trump lost the 2020 election, highlighting the ongoing debate about the legitimacy of the election results.

• How did President Biden address the impact of Hurricane Helene?

  President Biden visited Florida, Georgia, and the Carolinas to survey the hurricane's impact and emphasized the undeniable effects of climate change, urging people to acknowledge its reality.

• What was Melania Trump's stance on abortion rights in her memoir?

  Melania Trump expressed support for abortion rights in her memoir, contradicting her husband's anti-abortion policies and highlighting the complexities of the issue within the Trump family.

• What was the main point of Special Counsel Jack Smith's filing regarding Donald Trump?

  The filing argued that Donald Trump acted as a private citizen when attempting to overturn the 2020 election, highlighting his alleged abuse of power and disregard for democratic norms.

• What was the controversy surrounding Republican Congressman Mike Lawler's past blackface incident?

  The controversy stemmed from Lawler's decision to wear blackface while dressed as Michael Jackson for Halloween, raising questions about his judgment and sensitivity towards racial issues.

• What was the significance of Janelle Stelsen's "Drop it Like it's Scott" game?

  The game served as a humorous yet effective way to highlight the problematic actions and statements of Scott Perry, her opponent in the congressional race, exposing his questionable political stances.

• What were Mateo Lane's thoughts on Mariah Carey and pasta?

  Mateo Lane expressed his love for both Mariah Carey and pasta, but ultimately chose pasta as the one he would rather see disappear from Earth, highlighting his appreciation for the culinary experience and his preference for other music while enjoying a meal.

• What is the "Rand Wheel" segment about?

  The "Rand Wheel" is a segment where the speakers spin a wheel and rant about a topic related to Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh, or their experiences in the area.

• What is the speakers' opinion on the Pittsburgh accent?

  The speakers believe that the Pittsburgh accent is often mocked unfairly and that it deserves more credit for its unique characteristics.

• What is the speakers' message about the upcoming election?

  The speakers encourage listeners to check their voter registration status and to get involved in the election process, emphasizing the importance of voting and the impact it can have on the country.

Show Notes