Last Podcast On The Left
Last Podcast On The Left
"The desert's bad for ice. Yes. And you got to be really, really careful out there." — Ed Larson
"If immigrants weren't here, this entire city would crumble to the fucking ground. They do everything. They do everything. But stock broke. They work hard. They work hard and people are just trying to give it a fucking shot." — Henry Zebrowski
"People don't probably even know. If you don't know who Sly Stone is, you probably do. He made some of the biggest like even a very sampled Saul everyday people, you know, all that good stuff." — Henry Zebrowski
The episode begins with discussion of various listener-submitted stories, starting with an account of a woman who photographed a distorted visual anomaly she believes to be related to UFO sightings, reminiscent of the "Gloomermann" phenomenon. This segues into a humorous yet cautionary tale about a man's experience with a penile implant and the subsequent complications. The hosts then pivot to discuss the passing of music legend Sly Stone, highlighting his significant contributions to funk and soul music, the challenges he faced in the music industry, and his lasting impact. They also touch upon recent news regarding banned baby names in various countries, the passing of a notable alligator named Flat Creek Floyd, and a lighter segment on the intricacies of dating and human anatomy. The episode touches on listener experiences with unexplained phenomena and shares personal medical anecdotes.
Throughout the discussion, the hosts weave in personal reflections, cultural observations, and often employ dark humor to engage with the diverse range of topics presented. The conversation touches on societal issues through anecdotes, such as the role of immigrants in Los Angeles and commentary on law enforcement, often delivered with a provocative edge. The episode concludes with a tribute to Sly Stone and a discussion of the importance of his music.