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The podcast begins with a casual conversation between men, focusing on their experiences and perspectives. They express their happiness about having this discussion and acknowledge the importance of open communication between men. The podcast then introduces the "Question of the Week," which asks the men to imagine a scenario where there are no women for a day. They discuss how they would spend the day and the potential impact on their routines. The conversation shifts to a discussion about Rem's recent stream, where he made a comment about the men's athleticism. The conversation revolves around Rem's perception of their strengths and weaknesses, particularly in relation to the Ninja Warrior episode. The podcast delves into a playful challenge proposed by James, suggesting an NFL combine-style competition between the men. They discuss their strengths and weaknesses in various athletic categories, leading to a humorous debate about their athletic abilities. The conversation continues with a heated discussion about who among the men is the true athlete. They debate their athleticism based on their experiences in various sports, highlighting their functional strength and ability to apply their training. The podcast explores the concept of boldness and the fear of backlash. Rem expresses his reluctance to be bold due to the potential consequences of being wrong, while James embraces the challenge and is willing to face the backlash. The podcast presents a hypothetical scenario where the men must choose one universe to live in from three options: Game of Thrones, Vikings, or Lord of the Rings. They discuss the pros and cons of each universe, considering factors like survival, power dynamics, and overall quality of life. The podcast delves into a discussion about a leaked MI6 training exercise. The men are tasked with imagining how they would obtain passport numbers from people in Portsmouth within a limited time frame. They brainstorm various scams and strategies to achieve this goal. The podcast touches upon the topic of mandatory military service in certain countries. The men discuss their opinions on the practice, considering its potential benefits and drawbacks, particularly in terms of skill development and personal growth. The podcast concludes with a "Am I the Asshole?" scenario, where a listener seeks advice on whether they were wrong for not giving up their seat on the subway to a pregnant woman. The men discuss the situation, considering the listener's fatigue and the woman's request.

Outlines

00:00:00

Introduction and Discussion about Men, Question of the Week: No Women for a Day

The podcast begins with a casual conversation between men, focusing on their experiences and perspectives. They express their happiness about having this discussion and acknowledge the importance of open communication between men. The podcast then introduces the "Question of the Week," which asks the men to imagine a scenario where there are no women for a day. They discuss how they would spend the day and the potential impact on their routines.

00:01:15

Rem's Stream, Ninja Warrior, NFL Combine Challenge

The podcast shifts to a discussion about Rem's recent stream, where he made a comment about the men's athleticism. The conversation revolves around Rem's perception of their strengths and weaknesses, particularly in relation to the Ninja Warrior episode. The podcast delves into a playful challenge proposed by James, suggesting an NFL combine-style competition between the men. They discuss their strengths and weaknesses in various athletic categories, leading to a humorous debate about their athletic abilities.

00:02:11

Who's the Athlete?, Boldness and Backlash

The conversation continues with a heated discussion about who among the men is the true athlete. They debate their athleticism based on their experiences in various sports, highlighting their functional strength and ability to apply their training. The podcast explores the concept of boldness and the fear of backlash. Rem expresses his reluctance to be bold due to the potential consequences of being wrong, while James embraces the challenge and is willing to face the backlash.

00:02:49

Universe Choice: Game of Thrones, Vikings, or Lord of the Rings, MI6 Training and Passport Numbers

The podcast presents a hypothetical scenario where the men must choose one universe to live in from three options: Game of Thrones, Vikings, or Lord of the Rings. They discuss the pros and cons of each universe, considering factors like survival, power dynamics, and overall quality of life. The podcast delves into a discussion about a leaked MI6 training exercise. The men are tasked with imagining how they would obtain passport numbers from people in Portsmouth within a limited time frame. They brainstorm various scams and strategies to achieve this goal.

00:03:52

Military Training and National Service, Am I the Asshole?

The podcast touches upon the topic of mandatory military service in certain countries. The men discuss their opinions on the practice, considering its potential benefits and drawbacks, particularly in terms of skill development and personal growth. The podcast concludes with a "Am I the Asshole?" scenario, where a listener seeks advice on whether they were wrong for not giving up their seat on the subway to a pregnant woman. The men discuss the situation, considering the listener's fatigue and the woman's request.

00:43:53

Exhaustion and Inconsiderate Passengers, Who Am I? Riddle Game

The conversation starts with the speakers discussing their exhaustion after working long hours. They then move on to a situation on a train where a pregnant woman was standing while a younger man was seated. The speakers discuss the etiquette of offering a seat to a pregnant woman and the potential for misunderstandings. The speakers decide to play a "Who Am I?" riddle game. The rules are that each speaker will give one clue at a time, and the other speaker will have one guess per riddle. The first riddle is about a character whose power is their pain.

00:48:31

Wolverine Revealed

The answer to the first riddle is revealed to be Wolverine. The speakers discuss how the clues were leading towards the answer and how the other speaker's guess was close. They then move on to the next riddle.

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Q&A

• What would you do if there were no women for a day?

  The men discuss how they would spend the day without women, with some suggesting they would engage in typical "guy" activities like watching anime, working out, or simply relaxing.

• Who do you think would crack first if there were no women for a year?

  The men speculate about who would be the first to succumb to the lack of women, with Jay being the most likely candidate due to his ability to justify any behavior.

• What is your strategy for obtaining passport numbers in Portsmouth?

  The men brainstorm various scams and strategies to obtain passport numbers, with James suggesting a National Lottery scheme as a plausible approach.

• Do you think mandatory military training for all 16-year-olds would be beneficial?

  The men discuss the pros and cons of mandatory military training, acknowledging its potential for skill development but also expressing concerns about forcing individuals into service against their will.

• Were you wrong for not giving up your seat to a pregnant woman on the subway?

  The men debate the listener's actions, considering their fatigue and the woman's request, ultimately leaving the decision to the listener's judgment.

• What is the etiquette of offering a seat to a pregnant woman on public transportation?

  It is generally considered polite to offer a seat to a pregnant woman on public transportation, especially if there are no other available seats. However, it is important to be respectful of the woman's wishes and to avoid making assumptions about her needs.

• What are some common misconceptions about pregnant women?

  Some common misconceptions about pregnant women include that they are always tired, that they are always emotional, and that they are always craving certain foods. It is important to remember that every pregnancy is different, and women experience these things to varying degrees.

• What are some tips for playing a "Who Am I?" riddle game?

  Some tips for playing a "Who Am I?" riddle game include choosing a character that is well-known, providing clues that are specific and challenging, and being patient with the other player. It is also important to have fun and to enjoy the process of guessing.

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