Thursday Afternoon Monday Morning Podcast 9-5-24
Digest
Bill Burr kicks off his Monday Morning Podcast with a recap of his Labor Day party, where he indulged in unhealthy food despite his diet goals. He then transitions to football season, highlighting his observations on college football, particularly the USC vs. Alabama game. Bill's fascination with French cuisine is sparked by a Netflix series about French chefs, leading him to discuss the artistry of pastry making and his admiration for a chef who transitioned his restaurant to vegetarian. He also shares his recent comedy set at the Comedy Store and his observations on Formula One racing. The podcast then delves into listener questions, starting with a question about Bill's upcoming Long Island gig. He shares a story about considering quitting comedy early in his career. Bill then tackles the Dakota Access Pipeline protests, expressing skepticism about their effectiveness and discussing the environmental impact of oil pipelines. He also responds to a listener question about stopping paying bills to major corporations, arguing that such a plan is impractical and unlikely to succeed. Bill touches on the issue of population control, suggesting that it may be necessary to address the increasing strain on resources and the environment. The episode continues with a listener's question about comedian Effie's handling of a heckler at her show, leading Bill to share his own experiences with hecklers and his philosophy on dealing with them. A listener seeks Bill's advice on a relationship issue involving emotional cheating, and Bill advises the listener to move on and not try to win his wife back. Another listener shares a dating dilemma, having met a woman who claims to be a virgin and has never had a boyfriend. Bill advises the listener to keep dating her but to be cautious and not get too attached too quickly. Finally, Bill, Paul, and Jake the Snake kick off the NFL season with their predictions for week one, discussing various games and sharing their insights on the upcoming season. Bill concludes the episode by sharing a story about his son collapsing at a Knicks game due to dehydration, highlighting the power of emotional moments even for a tough guy like him.
Outlines
Bill Burr's Monday Morning Podcast: Labor Day, Football, and French Cuisine
Bill Burr discusses his Labor Day party, his diet struggles, and his observations on college football, particularly the USC vs. Alabama game. He shares his fascination with French cuisine, inspired by a Netflix series about French chefs, and discusses the artistry of pastry making and his admiration for a chef who transitioned his restaurant to vegetarian.
Comedy, Formula One, and Listener Questions
Bill Burr shares his recent comedy set at the Comedy Store and his observations on Formula One racing. He then begins answering listener questions, starting with a question about his upcoming Long Island gig and sharing a story about considering quitting comedy early in his career.
Dakota Access Pipeline, Population Control, and Heckling
Bill Burr discusses the Dakota Access Pipeline protests, expressing skepticism about their effectiveness and discussing the environmental impact of oil pipelines. He also responds to a listener question about stopping paying bills to major corporations, arguing that such a plan is impractical and unlikely to succeed. Bill touches on the issue of population control, suggesting that it may be necessary to address the increasing strain on resources and the environment. He then shares his experiences with hecklers and his philosophy on dealing with them.
Relationship Advice and Dating Dilemmas
A listener seeks Bill's advice on a relationship issue involving emotional cheating, and Bill advises the listener to move on and not try to win his wife back. Another listener shares a dating dilemma, having met a woman who claims to be a virgin and has never had a boyfriend. Bill advises the listener to keep dating her but to be cautious and not get too attached too quickly.
NFL Season Predictions and Emotional Moments
Bill, Paul, and Jake the Snake kick off the NFL season with their predictions for week one, discussing various games and sharing their insights on the upcoming season. Bill concludes the episode by sharing a story about his son collapsing at a Knicks game due to dehydration, highlighting the power of emotional moments even for a tough guy like him.
Keywords
Dakota Access Pipeline
A controversial oil pipeline project in the United States that has sparked protests from Native American tribes and environmental activists.
Marlon Humphrey
A standout American football cornerback who plays for the Baltimore Ravens.
Three Michelin Stars
The highest rating a restaurant can receive in the Michelin Guide, signifying exceptional excellence.
Prolific Comedian
A comedian who consistently produces high-quality material and performs frequently.
Formula One Racing
A high-speed motorsport competition featuring single-seater cars.
Blue Apron
A meal delivery service that provides pre-portioned ingredients and recipes for home-cooked meals.
Ticket Scalping
The practice of buying tickets for events and then reselling them at inflated prices.
Heckling
The act of interrupting a performer, often with disruptive or offensive comments, during a performance.
Population Control
Measures taken to regulate the growth of a population.
Emotional Cheating
A form of infidelity that involves emotional intimacy with someone other than one's partner.
Unicorn
A slang term used to describe a person, typically a woman, who is a virgin.
NFL
The National Football League, the highest professional American football league in the United States and Canada.
Dehydration
A condition that occurs when the body loses more fluids than it takes in.
Q&A
What are Bill Burr's thoughts on the Dakota Access Pipeline protests?
Bill Burr expresses skepticism about the effectiveness of protests against large corporations, believing that they are unlikely to stop projects like the Dakota Access Pipeline. He is concerned about the environmental impact of oil pipelines and the potential for future conflicts.
How does Bill Burr feel about the French chef who transitioned his restaurant to vegetarian?
Bill Burr admires the chef's boldness and compares him to a prolific comedian who constantly pushes boundaries. He is impressed by the chef's ability to maintain his Michelin stars while experimenting with vegetarian cuisine.
What are Bill Burr's thoughts on the idea of people stopping paying bills to major corporations?
Bill Burr believes that such a plan is impractical and unlikely to succeed. He argues that the wealthy elite would be able to weather such a financial crisis, while ordinary people would suffer the most. He also suggests that human beings are inherently prone to abusing power, making such a solution unlikely to work.
What are Bill Burr's views on population control?
Bill Burr believes that population control is an inevitable issue that will need to be addressed in the future. He is concerned about the increasing strain on resources and the environment, and he suggests that drastic measures may be necessary to prevent further damage.
What is Bill Burr's opinion on heckling in comedy?
Bill believes heckling is a part of the art form and can make comedy more exciting. However, he draws a line at hecklers who are disruptive, intoxicated, or malicious.
What advice does Bill give to the listener whose wife admitted to emotional cheating?
Bill advises the listener to move on and not try to win his wife back. He believes the listener deserves better and should focus on his own happiness.
What is Bill's take on the listener's encounter with a \"unicorn\" woman?
Bill advises the listener to keep dating the woman and see where it goes, but to be cautious and not get too attached too quickly. He suggests it's possible she's being honest, but also encourages the listener to be aware of potential red flags.
What are Bill's predictions for the NFL season?
Bill is excited for the season and shares his picks for week one, including the Ravens to win against the Chiefs, the Patriots to cover against the Bengals, and the Bills to blow out the Cardinals.
What is Bill's game of the week?
Bill chooses the Jets vs. 49ers game as his game of the week, citing the storyline of Aaron Rodgers returning to San Francisco and the 49ers' desire to bounce back from their Super Bowl loss.
What is Bill's death row meal?
Bill's death row meal would be a veal cutlet parmesan with penne, grated cheese, a bottle of Jordan Cabernet, and a rainbow cookie cake. He would also enjoy a cup of coffee.
Show Notes
Bill rambles about nerds ruining the world, how to live near a prison, and California.
(00:00 ) - Thursday Afternoon Podcast
(34:18 ) - Thursday Afternoon Throwback 9-5-16 - Bill rambles about bringing food to a party, parties, and hecklers.
(01:44:00 ) - Anything Better NFL Preview & Picks - Week 1
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