Andrew Schulz's Flagrant with Akaash Singh
Andrew Schulz's Flagrant with Akaash Singh
"It's like, the thing that you value most, or the things you value most in society or in culture, right? Become the most magnificent structures that exist, right? And I imagine that Hinduism is the same exact thing." — Andrew Schulz
"The comedy's just like, 'Well, it's nothing like boxing. I use the box.' Nothing like it at all. When you go into the boxing ring, the person standing in front of you doesn't want you to beat the shit out of them. That's standup. The guy paid money to laugh at you. The guy in a boxing ring wants to kill you. Very different experience." — Andrew Schulz
"The only reason you respond to criticism, 'cause you believe that criticism about yourself, or it is so abs absurdly wrong. It's not even the sphere of reality. And even in those situations, you're like, I don't dignify that with a response." — AlexxMedia
The hosts begin by recounting a recent wedding, touching upon humorous observations about the couple and guests. This segues into a broader discussion about how societal values are reflected in architecture, with examples ranging from religious structures to modern financial institutions. The conversation then shifts to religion, with an exploration of different Christian denominations and the role of faith leaders.
A significant portion of the episode is dedicated to analyzing the high-profile divorce settlement request of Dr. Dre's ex-wife, scrutinizing the exorbitant monthly expenses listed and debating the fairness of such demands, especially in light of prenuptial agreements.
The discussion pivots to the creative process, particularly in comedy and culinary arts, drawing parallels between the innovation required in both fields and the pressure of audience reception. The hosts admire the dedication of chefs featured on "Chef's Table" and relate their pursuit of innovation to their own stand-up careers, emphasizing the importance of continuous creation over repeating past successes.
The episode also features extensive commentary on the NBA playoffs, focusing on Giannis Antetokounmpo's performance under pressure, the psychological aspects of athletic competition, and the "killer instinct" often required to succeed at the highest level. They compare this to other athletes like LeBron James and Kobe Bryant. The NFL season kickoff is also briefly discussed.
A notable segment is dedicated to the business of content creation, particularly within podcasting and entertainment. The hosts analyze Joe Biden's contract disputes with Spotify, discussing concepts of ownership, leverage, and fair compensation in the media industry. They commend creators who build independent platforms to gain negotiating power.
The conversation touches upon current events, including political discourse and societal issues, with an emphasis on how language and framing can impact public perception and support. They briefly discuss the Candace Owens and Cardi B exchange, analyzing Candace Owens' tactics and the broader concept of identity politics.