Comedian Greg Fitzsimmons + Political Scientist Dr. Warren Farrell

Update: 2024-08-13

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The podcast episode begins with Greg Fitzsimmons sharing a humorous story about a sewage leak in his backyard, leading to a discussion about clay sewage pipes and their tendency to decompose. The conversation then shifts to Greg's upcoming stand-up comedy dates. Adam and Greg discuss their observations about the Olympics, particularly the excessive celebrations in women's gymnastics and the prevalence of "crazy scream" celebrations in various sports. They also touch upon the racial aspect of certain sports, where countries seem to be competing against themselves. Adam shares a clip from Jesse Waters' show about a COVID hotline set up in Minnesota, where people could report their neighbors for violating COVID safety rules. He expresses his disdain for the hotline and the snitching culture it promotes. The conversation then turns to porn categories, with Adam discussing the categorization of porn actresses and how it can be tough for them to be placed in a category that accurately reflects their appeal. He specifically mentions the "fat milk" category and how it can be perceived as a negative label. Adam and Greg debate which type of porn is more upsetting: scar porn or weird Marge Simpson anime porn. They ultimately agree that scar porn is more disturbing. Adam pitches a cartoon idea about a drunken Irish guy who smokes and ends each episode by punching his wife. He also mentions a potential "rapist Viking" character named Haggar who stole his wife. Sherry Landry, a host, actress, and model, joins the show to discuss the news. Adam asks her about her background and her thoughts on Austin, Texas. Sherry discusses the casting for the upcoming Britney Spears biopic, mentioning actresses who have been rumored to be in the running. She also notes that Blake Lively wore one of Britney Spears' famous dresses at a recent movie premiere. Adam and Sherry discuss the trend of wealthy individuals building luxury bunkers as a precaution against potential doomsday scenarios. Adam humorously suggests that the most likely event to occur in a bunker is a 14-year-old daughter losing her virginity. Adam and Sherry discuss the Twilight Zone and how some of the show's premises, while seemingly genius at the time, might not hold up to scrutiny upon rewatching. They specifically mention an episode where a man survives a nuclear strike but is unable to read because his glasses break. The conversation shifts to the TV show "The Love Boat," highlighting its problematic premise of a ship's doctor constantly hitting on young female passengers. They discuss how Carnival Cruise Lines had to approve scripts due to their involvement and how the show's premise would be unacceptable today. The conversation turns to inflation and the rising cost of everyday items, using the example of a Denny's breakfast platter. They discuss how people struggle to grasp the concept of inflation and how it affects their lives. Dr. Warren Farrell joins the conversation to discuss his new book, "Roll Mate to Soul Mate." He talks about the importance of communication in relationships and how criticism can be a major obstacle. Dr. Farrell explains the origins of his book, which stemmed from his workshops on couples communication. He discusses the challenges of offering advice on handling criticism and how people often become defensive when confronted with it. Dr. Farrell delves into the concept of "depleters of love," with criticism being one of them. He explains how criticism can be self-induced and how men often feel pressured to offer solutions or advice, which can be perceived as criticism. Dr. Farrell explores the connection between playing team sports and the ability to handle criticism. He argues that team sports teach individuals to take criticism constructively, but this skill can be challenged in romantic relationships where vulnerability is heightened. Dr. Farrell emphasizes the importance of distinguishing between helpful tips and criticism. He shares anecdotes about his own experiences with receiving advice and how different people react to it. Dr. Farrell offers strategies for handling criticism in relationships, including focusing on positive actions and understanding the partner's perspective. He highlights the tendency for men to avoid confrontation and the potential consequences of silence. Dr. Farrell introduces the "caring and sharing hour," a technique he developed to help couples navigate criticism. This technique involves meditation and a focus on appreciation before addressing criticism.

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