Andrew Schulz's Flagrant with Akaash Singh
Andrew Schulz's Flagrant with Akaash Singh
"We love seeing other people, people endure pain, but not enough pain where they're dead. Right. Exactly. Right. But we wanted to look really bad. Yeah. So someone could flop around a lot before they hit the water. Amazing. Right. Yeah." — Shelty
"But that's the thing. When you're not a fan of somebody, all you hear is just the headlines. Also she has to serve headlines was transphobic comment, or when he said nigger or things like that. That's the only thing you know of that person." — Akash
"So what is it? You're at the bar. It's like they taught guys how to flirt through anime. This is the funniest shit ever. They basically, they were like, all right, if you see a girl, you think it's hot. You got to walk up to her, you got to like look at her close in her eyes. And then you got to like have her near a wall. And you got to smack the wall hard." — F.A.
The discussion begins with observations on Kamala Harris's public appearance, focusing on her footwear and perceived messaging through her attire. The hosts analyze the significance attributed to her choice of Timberland boots and contrast her confident demeanor while descending stairs with past public perceptions of other political figures. The conversation then pivots to the media's portrayal of podcasting influencer Joe Rogan, with the hosts dissecting the criticism he faces regarding his views on various social issues. They argue that critics often rely on headlines rather than deep engagement with his content, leading to potential misinterpretations and unfair labeling.
The dialogue shifts to a broader exploration of cultural phenomena, starting with a segment on entertainment and the appeal of shows that feature participants enduring physical challenges, like obstacle courses. This leads into a discussion about Japanese game shows and cultural norms around intimacy and flirting. The hosts touch upon declining birth rates in Japan and the cultural practices designed to encourage social interaction, such as specific flirting techniques taught through anime. They also briefly mention the evolution of gender identity and public figures navigating personal transitions and societal perceptions.
Towards the end of the transcript, the hosts discuss the concept of gender reveals and the impact of social media on public personas. The segment touches on the Kardashian family's public life and the transition of Bruce Jenner to Caitlyn Jenner, reflecting on the changes in public attention and personal narrative. The conversation concludes by referencing the nature of reality television and the entertainment derived from observing individuals in challenging or unusual situations, wrapping up with a discussion on identity protection services.