Andrew Schulz's Flagrant with Akaash Singh
Andrew Schulz's Flagrant with Akaash Singh
"I feel like what happens is when you get power and you get influence, you start to ask for more and more shit. Right? And I fear that the focus will go away from the thing that they want. And then the goals will start to get unrealistic and then nothing will be achieved." — Akaash Singh
"The science exists. We separate those. Right. We're not gonna stop using antibiotics because Alexander Fleming did some foul shit back then. Right. Can we do that with art? Or should we?" — Andrew Schulz
"And the first anonymous was, like, the shit. They were, like, really hacking shit. They never did shit. We're going to get to Trump's salary. But that's what I'm saying. This new anonymous. Because they went away for mad years. Yeah. And now they just come back under a new name, but same imagery. And they haven't released a single thing that isn't just like..." — Mark Normand
The podcast episode features a dynamic conversation between hosts Andrew Schulz and Akaash Singh, with guest Mark Normand. The discussion spans a broad spectrum of topics, beginning with personal anecdotes about family dynamics and relationship challenges, including a humorous take on navigating disapproval from a partner's family. This segues into reflections on media and online discourse, with a particular focus on the evolving nature of social media movements and the perceived inauthenticity surrounding certain activism.
A significant portion of the episode is dedicated to dissecting the "defund the police" movement, exploring its origins, interpretations, and potential implications. The hosts and guest engage in a robust debate about reallocating funds, the challenges of implementing such changes, and the effectiveness of protests. They also touch upon broader societal issues, including racial dynamics, the complexities of social justice movements, and the impact of media narratives on public perception.
The conversation later shifts to the ethical considerations of separating art from artists, discussing historical figures whose personal lives were controversial but whose contributions had significant impact. This leads to a philosophical debate about the value of science versus art and the motivations behind artistic creation. The episode concludes with reflections on the current economic climate, the stock market's behavior, and the potential for inflation, all delivered through their signature candid and often provocative style.