Andrew Schulz's Flagrant with Akaash Singh
Andrew Schulz's Flagrant with Akaash Singh
"If Alok Baldwin can think that he's the most famous successful actor in the world then Neil Young can think anybody gives a flying fuck about his music." — Speaker 1
"The way it's being positioned is because of this, he's Dana's boss. Because Dana is technically managing the company for William Morrison Devar." — Speaker 2
"Jake has gone from heel to hero and legit 30 days. He knocked out, wasn't him Woodley a month ago. And he everybody hated him whatever. And then all of a sudden he pivoted to, you know what? I just want these fighters to get paid better." — Speaker 1
The discussion opens with a reference to Neil Young's decision to remove his music from Spotify due to concerns about misinformation, drawing a parallel to the platform's hosting of Joe Rogan. The speakers then engage in a lighthearted segment, listing various notable individuals named Neil, highlighting a humorous anecdote about Louis Armstrong being considered for a space mission instead of Neil Armstrong. This transitions into a broader conversation about the perceived value of artists like Neil Young versus podcasters, with speakers questioning the contemporary relevance and popularity of Neil Young's music.
The conversation shifts significantly to the business dealings of Jake Paul and Endeavor. Speakers analyze the implications of Jake Paul's alleged investment in Endeavor (WME), questioning the financial scale and potential influence of his stake, particularly in relation to Dana White. They discuss how such partnerships can be leveraged for publicity and notoriety, comparing it to owning sports franchises. The feasibility of Jake Paul having significant influence or control over a publicly traded agency is debated, with speculation that his business partner may be the primary investor driving the narrative.
Finally, the speakers delve into the potential boxing match between Jake Paul and Francis Ngannou, assessing the strategic advantages and risks for both fighters. They also touch upon Logan Paul's persona as a hero versus Jake Paul's as a villain in the boxing and social media arena. The latter part of the discussion re-examines the Endeavor situation, suggesting that Jake Paul's business partner may be using the narrative as leverage against Dana White, and emphasizing the importance of figures like Dana White as ambassadors for companies like Endeavor. The speakers also note Jake Paul's recent pivot in public perception due to his advocacy for fighter pay.