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The podcast begins with a discussion about Miles Davis and a story about a cop's disrespectful behavior towards him. The conversation then shifts to jazz music, with the speaker expressing their love for the genre and their experience watching a 50-hour jazz documentary. They also share their appreciation for the Ken Burns Jazz documentary and discuss the evolution of jazz music, from the swing era to more experimental styles. The speaker expresses their preference for the swing era and believes that jazz became less accessible with the shift to experimental styles. The conversation then turns to personal experiences, with the speaker sharing stories about their loneliness, their relationship with their father, and their coping mechanisms for dealing with grief. They also discuss their relationship with their biological father, whom they don't know well. The podcast features a guest, Dylan Francis, who joins the conversation and brings out a darker side of the speaker. They reminisce about a music video they worked on together and express their appreciation for each other. The conversation then shifts to a playful rating game, where they assign scores to various DJs based on their perceived attractiveness and talent. They also discuss the dynamics of DJing, particularly back-to-back sets. The speaker shares their experience meeting Diplo and discusses the possibility of doing a back-to-back set with him in Vegas. They also mention their excitement about potentially meeting Adam Levine backstage at a Maroon 5 concert. The conversation then turns to a hypothetical scenario about a night in Vegas, imagining how they would spend their time and who they would interact with. The speaker and Dylan Francis engage in humorous conversations about wingman duties, diarrhea, and vape bars. They discuss their plans for after the show, including potentially going to Diplo's after-party and hitting the roulette table. They also share their favorite taco spot in Vegas, Taco's El Gordo. The speaker recounts a memorable experience of eating at a steak house with David Spade, Anthony Kedis, and Sasha Baron Cohen, where they felt awkward being watched by a crowd of people. They also share a story about a session with a famous producer that made them feel uncomfortable. The conversation then shifts to time travel and the possibility of giving advice to one's younger self. They discuss the challenges of recognizing oneself in the past and the potential consequences of altering the timeline. Dylan shares his personal journey into music, starting with his experiences in photography and his eventual discovery of dance music. He talks about his early work as a photo assistant and his dislike for certain types of photography. He also reveals that he had a spiritual awakening in Hawaii and plans to make some changes in his life, including taking a break from dating and focusing on his career. Dylan shares his travel recommendations for Singapore, including the Marina Bay Sands, the night markets, and the Four Floors of Hores. He also discusses his least favorite place to perform, which he reveals to be Germany. He explains his dislike for the backhanded compliments he received from promoters and introduces his alter ego, DJ Hansel, a character who criticizes his music and promotes a minimalist approach to electronic music. Dylan shares a story about a club in Berlin called the Burkheim, known for its unconventional practices. He discusses the importance of personal boundaries and his own experiences with uncomfortable situations. He also expresses his frustration with a past encounter at the Comedy Store, where he felt slighted by a friend who didn't stay to watch his set. He discusses the complexities of friendship dynamics and the importance of mutual respect. The conversation ends with a humorous anecdote about a Facetime call where Dylan's friend hung up on him to talk to another friend. They discuss the importance of setting boundaries in friendships and the potential for misunderstandings in communication.

Outlines

00:00:00

Jazz, Music, and Personal Reflections

The conversation starts with a story about Miles Davis being stopped by a cop in New York. The speaker expresses frustration about the cop's behavior and how Miles Davis, a renowned musician, should have been treated with more respect. The speaker then talks about watching a 50-hour jazz documentary in Hawaii, mentioning their love for jazz and their experience with the documentary. They share some facts about jazz history, including the death dates of Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington, and express their appreciation for the Ken Burns Jazz documentary. They also discuss the evolution of jazz music, from the swing era to the more experimental styles that emerged later. They express their preference for the swing era and their belief that jazz became less accessible with the shift to experimental styles.

00:05:10

Personal Stories and Loneliness

The speaker shares a humorous and slightly NSFW story about their experience with masturbation and how their "dick was protesting" like the athletes in the 1960s. They then talk about their loneliness and how they miss their father. They connect their feelings to watching the Ken Burns documentary on the Vietnam War and how it made them think about their own history and family. They share a personal story about how they were reminded of their father's death while scrolling through photos on their phone. They discuss their coping mechanisms for dealing with grief and their relationship with their father. The conversation turns to the speaker's relationship with their biological father, whom they don't know well. They discuss the challenges of understanding someone when you don't know their feelings and beliefs.

00:13:14

Introducing Dylan Francis and Playful Banter

The speaker introduces Dylan Francis, a guest on the podcast, and playfully tells him to "shut the fuck up." They discuss the dynamics of the podcast and how Dylan Francis's presence brings out a darker side of the speaker. The speaker and Dylan Francis reminisce about a music video they worked on together six years ago. They discuss how much they've changed since then and how Dylan Francis looks the same. The speaker expresses their appreciation for Dylan Francis and how they've always liked him. They discuss their desire to work on projects together and their shared history.

00:20:01

DJing Dynamics and Meeting Famous People

The speaker and Dylan Francis engage in a playful rating game, assigning scores to various DJs based on their perceived attractiveness and talent. The conversation focuses on the dynamics of DJing, particularly the back-to-back sets and how DJs signal when they're about to finish their set. The speaker shares their experience meeting Diplo and how they found him to be a nice guy. They discuss the possibility of doing a back-to-back set with him in Vegas. The speaker mentions that they're going to see Maroon 5 and are excited about potentially meeting Adam Levine backstage. The speaker and Dylan Francis engage in a hypothetical scenario about a night in Vegas, imagining how they would spend their time and who they would interact with.

00:28:01

Humorous Conversations and Vegas Plans

The speaker and Dylan Francis discuss the concept of wingman duties and how they would approach a situation where they're trying to help someone meet someone else. They engage in a humorous conversation about diarrhea and how a modium could be used to alleviate the problem. The speaker and Dylan Francis continue their playful banter, with Dylan Francis being called "sexy" and the speaker offering him vape bars. They discuss their plans for after the show, including potentially going to Diplo's after-party and hitting the roulette table. They also discuss their favorite taco spot in Vegas, Taco's El Gordo.

00:32:59

Memorable Encounters and Awkward Moments

The speaker shares a story about meeting David Spade, Anthony Kedis, and Sasha Baron Cohen at a comedy show. They discuss how nervous they were and how they felt like they didn't have anything going on at the time. The speaker recounts a memorable experience of eating at a steak house with David Spade, Anthony Kedis, and Sasha Baron Cohen. They describe the awkwardness of being watched by a crowd of people while they ate. The speaker shares a story about a session with a famous producer that made them feel uncomfortable. They discuss how they felt pressured to agree with the producer's ideas, even though they didn't like them.

00:40:22

Time Travel, Dylan's Journey, and Travel Recommendations

The conversation starts with a discussion about trying to act cool in social situations, particularly in college parties. They reminisce about high school parties and the carefree days of youth. The conversation shifts to a hypothetical scenario of time travel and the possibility of giving advice to one's younger self. They discuss the challenges of recognizing oneself in the past and the potential consequences of altering the timeline. Dylan shares his personal journey into music, starting with his experiences in photography and his eventual discovery of dance music. He talks about his early work as a photo assistant and his dislike for certain types of photography. Dylan receives a Star Wars gift from a friend, but expresses his preference for Star Trek. He explains that he doesn't appreciate gifts that don't reflect his interests and emphasizes his love for sci-fi, particularly Star Trek. The conversation turns to travel, specifically to Singapore. Dylan provides recommendations for hotels, restaurants, and activities, including the Marina Bay Sands, the night markets, and the Four Floors of Hores.

00:57:32

Cultural Sensitivity, Travel Experiences, and DJ Hansel

The conversation takes a humorous turn as Dylan and his friends engage in lighthearted banter about racist jokes and cultural stereotypes. They discuss the challenges of navigating cultural sensitivity in a comedic context. Dylan shares his experiences in various countries, including the Philippines, Japan, and Thailand. He reveals his misconceptions about the geography of Southeast Asia and engages in a humorous discussion about his travel blunders. The conversation shifts to Dylan's least favorite place to perform, which he reveals to be Germany. He explains his dislike for the backhanded compliments he received from promoters and introduces his alter ego, DJ Hansel, a character who criticizes his music and promotes a minimalist approach to electronic music.

01:08:11

Personal Boundaries, Spiritual Awakening, and Comedy

Dylan shares a story about a club in Berlin called the Burkheim, known for its unconventional practices. He discusses the importance of personal boundaries and his own experiences with uncomfortable situations. Dylan reveals that he had a spiritual awakening in Hawaii and plans to make some changes in his life, including taking a break from dating and focusing on his career. He announces his upcoming special and his plans to go on tour with Andrew. Dylan expresses his frustration with a past encounter at the Comedy Store, where he felt slighted by a friend who didn't stay to watch his set. He discusses the complexities of friendship dynamics and the importance of mutual respect. The conversation ends with a humorous anecdote about a Facetime call where Dylan's friend hung up on him to talk to another friend. They discuss the importance of setting boundaries in friendships and the potential for misunderstandings in communication.

01:16:25

Dylan Francis's Music and Comedy Career

The conversation starts with Dylan Francis discussing his music and comedy career. He mentions his recent album "Astral Works" and his music video "Rainy with Raiami." He also talks about his Wednesday night comedy shows in Vegas and his desire to collaborate with other comedians. Dylan Francis expresses his appreciation for being invited back on the podcast. He reveals that he doesn't always know who he'll be sharing the stage with, but he's always excited to participate. He also mentions that he's open to plugging his work on the podcast and would love to attend a Wednesday night show in Vegas.

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Q&A

• What is the speaker's main point of view on the evolution of jazz music?

  The speaker believes that jazz music was more accessible and enjoyable during the swing era, and that it became less accessible and more experimental in later years.

• How does the speaker connect their feelings of loneliness to the Ken Burns documentary on the Vietnam War?

  The speaker feels a sense of connection to the Vietnam War documentary because it makes them think about their own history and family, particularly their relationship with their father.

• What is the speaker's experience with their biological father?

  The speaker doesn't know their biological father well and feels like they don't really know anything about him, including his feelings and beliefs.

• What is the speaker's playful dynamic with Dylan Francis on the podcast?

  The speaker and Dylan Francis have a playful and sometimes confrontational dynamic, with the speaker often teasing Dylan Francis and telling him to "shut the fuck up."

• What is the speaker's most memorable experience with a famous group of people?

  The speaker recounts a memorable experience of eating at a steak house with David Spade, Anthony Kedis, and Sasha Baron Cohen, where they felt awkward being watched by a crowd of people.

• What is the speaker's main takeaway from their session with a famous producer?

  The speaker felt pressured to agree with the producer's ideas, even though they didn't like them, and ultimately felt like the session was a negative experience.

• What are some of the challenges of giving advice to one's younger self through time travel?

  Recognizing oneself in the past, potentially altering the timeline and creating unintended consequences, and the possibility of disappearing or being stuck in the past.

• What is Dylan's personal journey into music?

  Dylan started with photography, worked as a photo assistant, and eventually discovered dance music through a friend. He found his passion for music and transitioned into a DJ career.

• What are some of Dylan's travel recommendations for Singapore?

  Stay at the Marina Bay Sands, explore the night markets, and visit the Four Floors of Hores, a multi-level establishment known for its nightlife and its unique atmosphere.

Show Notes