Digest

The podcast begins with an advertisement for Angie, a service that connects homeowners with skilled professionals for home projects. It then discusses a massive data breach that potentially compromised the social security numbers of every American, followed by an advertisement for Aura, an online security service. The hosts then share their experiences in London, including their enjoyment of vegan restaurants. The conversation shifts to Drake's reported interest in purchasing a third of Jay-Z's "Reasonable Doubt" album and a new partnership between Meta and Universal Music Group. The hosts explore the potential implications of this partnership on the music industry, including the shift from streaming to account-based payments and the potential for AI-generated music. They also discuss how this partnership could affect the podcasting world. The podcast pays tribute to James Earl Jones, Frankie Beverly, and Tito Jackson, sharing their favorite memories of these icons. The conversation then delves into the controversy surrounding Tyler, the Creator's acceptance speech at the VMAs, exploring the underlying stereotypes about African and African American relationships. The podcast features two voicemails from listeners seeking relationship advice. The first voicemail concerns a long-distance relationship that abruptly ended, leaving the caller questioning if she was being played. The second voicemail details a three-year-long, platonic relationship with a woman who has never reciprocated his romantic feelings. The podcast concludes with a tour announcement for the hosts' upcoming shows in Toronto, Atlanta, and New York City. The conversation then shifts to a humorous discussion about the definition of "second base" in the context of romantic relationships.

Outlines

00:00:00

Home Services, Data Breach, and Online Security

The podcast begins with an advertisement for Angie, a home services platform. It then discusses a massive data breach and advertises Aura, an online security service.

00:03:18

London Adventures and Vegan Food

The hosts share their experiences in London, including their enjoyment of vegan restaurants.

00:04:40

Drake's Investment and Meta-Universal Partnership

The hosts discuss Drake's potential investment in Jay-Z's album and a new partnership between Meta and Universal Music Group.

00:55:33

The Impact of Meta-Universal Partnership on Music and Podcasts

The hosts explore the potential implications of the Meta-Universal partnership on the music industry and podcasting world.

01:00:43

Remembering Legends and Tyler, the Creator Controversy

The podcast pays tribute to James Earl Jones, Frankie Beverly, and Tito Jackson. It then delves into the controversy surrounding Tyler, the Creator's acceptance speech at the VMAs.

01:10:28

Relationship Advice Voicemails

The podcast features two voicemails from listeners seeking relationship advice, one about a long-distance relationship and the other about unrequited feelings.

01:24:44

Tour Announcement and Second Base Discussion

The podcast concludes with a tour announcement and a humorous discussion about the definition of "second base."

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Q&A

• How does Angie make it easier to connect with skilled professionals for home projects?

  Angie offers a streamlined process for finding and hiring qualified contractors. Homeowners can submit their project details online or through the Angie app, and Angie handles the rest, from connecting them with multiple pros to helping them compare quotes.

• What are some of the key features of Aura's online security protection?

  Aura monitors the dark web for users' personal information, provides real-time alerts of suspicious activity, offers identity theft insurance up to $5 million, and has a 24/7 fraud resolution team to help users recover from identity theft.

• What are the potential implications of the Meta-Universal partnership for the music industry?

  This partnership could shift the focus from streaming to account-based payments, where artists are paid based on the number of accounts that use their music. It could also lead to the integration of music into Meta's platforms in new ways, potentially changing how music is consumed and shared.

• How could the Meta-Universal partnership affect the podcasting world?

  The shift towards account-based payments and the increasing importance of social media platforms could impact how podcasts are monetized and how listeners engage with them. It could also lead to new opportunities for podcasters to reach wider audiences through Meta's platforms.

• How could the Meta Universal partnership impact artists?

  The speakers believe that the partnership could lead to a situation where artists are further exploited, similar to the relationship between major labels and DSPs. They argue that the majors, with their control over catalogs, will use their leverage to set unfavorable terms for artists.

• What are some of the concerns about the relationship between major labels and DSPs?

  Artists have expressed concerns about the low royalty rates paid by DSPs, which they believe are set unfairly by major labels. They argue that the majors are not adequately representing their interests and are instead prioritizing their own profits.

• What is the significance of the \"out of sight, out of mind\" argument in the first voicemail?

  The caller's ex-boyfriend claimed that he ended the relationship because he didn't believe a long-distance relationship could work. However, the caller points out that they were in close proximity and frequently saw each other, suggesting that the \"out of sight, out of mind\" explanation is a convenient excuse.

• What is the significance of the fact that the caller in the second voicemail never kissed the woman he was dating?

  The speakers believe that the lack of physical intimacy after 12 dates suggests a lack of chemistry and attraction. They argue that the woman is likely not interested in him romantically and that he should move on.

• What is the significance of the hosts' upcoming tour dates in the context of the second voicemail?

  The hosts humorously suggest that the caller should bring the woman to their Atlanta show in November. They believe that this could be an opportunity for them to finally kiss and potentially develop a romantic relationship.

Show Notes