Andrew Schulz's Flagrant with Akaash Singh
Andrew Schulz's Flagrant with Akaash Singh
"The cool thing about an Indian wedding especially is like a white person or non-Indian that's going into it, right? Is outside of my interactions with you. My only interactions with Indians are in like the highest levels of professionalism, right? A doctor don't be joking around with me that much if you're a doctor. Dentists don't be kidding around. Don't show too much personality. Fix me, bro. So you see like this muted version of Indians, right? It's always in some sort of professional setting. They're not being that silly. And then outside of that, it's a very tightly knit community, so there's not that many people from the outside that are gonna get access to it, right? So the first time a lot of non-Indian see Indians actually be Indian. Yeah, yeah, yeah, is that the wedding, right?" — Andrew Schultz
"The assimilation process is nothing. Yeah, we're way more similar. You like to party your asses off, drink, dance. And the cool thing about it is the dancing is about enjoyment, not romance. Yeah, men dance with men. All people dance with young people, kids. Everybody is like a rave. It was like, just move your body, remove your body, whatever you got. Burning Man. Like, literally thought of it. But there, at no point in time, we're like, 'Oh, I think they're trying to hook up,' or that kind of stuff like that. It wasn't sexualized. No, it was just everybody go have a good time." — Andrew Schultz
"I think America's gonna go in and they're gonna like plug out the the dictator, put in their guy. Yes, and then I wonder if Hades got something to do with this as well? Because China's been trying to make their way into the West, right? They've been trying to make their way into the Caribbean." — AlexxMedia
The episode delves into the hosts' recent attendance at an Indian wedding, which served as a vibrant cultural immersion. They shared personal anecdotes about the overwhelming joy, the communal dancing that transcended insecurity, and the exceptional quality of Indian wedding cuisine. This experience sparked a broader conversation about cultural assimilation and the unique way Indian weddings often serve as an introduction to the culture for outsiders, contrasting it with the more reserved interactions typically seen in professional settings. The hosts highlighted the emphasis on shared enjoyment and participation, noting that the dancing was purely for fun, not romance.
Beyond the wedding recap, the discussion expanded into various global and political topics. The hosts analyzed current geopolitical tensions, particularly focusing on the US's role in the Western Hemisphere and China's growing influence in the Caribbean. They debated the motivations behind US foreign policy shifts, the complexities of proxy wars, and the impact of cultural influence as a geopolitical tool. The conversation touched upon the US's approach to international relations, drawing parallels between modern geopolitical strategies and historical tactics used in cultural warfare.
The latter part of the episode included reflections on the sports world, particularly the aftermath of a significant UFC fight, and touched upon the entertainment industry's dynamics, including the power of charisma and the influence of social media. The episode concluded with a lighthearted discussion about personal aspirations, the concept of "flexing," and the pursuit of unique experiences, underscoring the blend of personal experiences and global observations that define the podcast's narrative style.