Andrew Schulz's Flagrant with Akaash Singh
Andrew Schulz's Flagrant with Akaash Singh
"The idea that Conor was a fan boy and you were like, nah, nah, I'm good. That's a wild flex, that's a wild flex." — Andrew Schulz
"The thing that really makes it impressive is that you don't have the same physical attributes as the other guys, but you're still the best at this sport. That's what makes it an athlete." — Andrew Schulz
"The thing is, if you're going to be a smart business person, you're going to lean into the things that work. Ooh, we're going to do the Angelina Jolie, Billy Bob thing where we're like super sexual and like into it." — Andrew Schulz
The podcast episode begins with a lively debate about the impressiveness of Roman achievements, specifically questioning the common awe surrounding aqueducts and animal transportation for gladiatorial events. The hosts humorously dissect the logistics and ethics of such feats, drawing parallels to modern-day challenges. This segues into a discussion about combat sports, covering the perceived advantages of trans athletes in MMA, the role of trash talk in promoting fights, and the business strategy behind boxing matches featuring MMA fighters. The conversation then shifts to the music industry, exploring the transition of rappers into rock music and the evolving definition of authenticity and success. A significant portion of the episode is dedicated to the burgeoning world of NFTs and cryptocurrencies, with the hosts analyzing the role of consumer confidence, marketing, and institutional investment in their perceived value, drawing comparisons to fashion and traditional economies. The episode touches upon the business strategies of tech giants like Apple and the legal implications of their app store policies. Finally, the discussion moves to sports, debating the definition of athleticism using examples like Tom Brady and Michael Jordan, and analyzing the dominance and current state of professional tennis, before concluding with commentary on the NFL season opener and the role of Jake Paul in revitalizing boxing.