Last Podcast On The Left
Last Podcast On The Left
"The news has always been a nightmare for my entire life. It's been a fucking disaster nightmare terrifying place. The key to not get radicalized on the internet is have a thick layer of fish provided, not care juice that surrounds your whole brain." — Ed Larson
"The people who work at okay groomer is gonna get murdered by somebody that like like a comment pizza guy." — Natalie (as relayed by a speaker)
"The worst of all was that my family had an open casket and there wasn't enough makeup in the world to make them look normal His death certificate lists the cause of death as auto erotic fixation." — A listener's letter, read by a host.
The episode navigates through a series of disturbing news items and listener-submitted stories. A significant portion is dedicated to a 10-year-old who allegedly confessed to murdering a stranger when he was seven, exploring the legal ramifications and the child's apparent detachment. Further into the discussion, a listener's deeply unsettling letter details a father's death due to auto-erotic fixation, highlighting the morbid and shocking nature of some of the content. The hosts also touch upon the potential financial woes of Red Lobster, attributing some of its struggles to the popularity of its "endless shrimp" promotion. Throughout these discussions, the hosts employ dark humor and their characteristic conversational style to process the often grim subject matter, while also touching on personal experiences and pop culture references, such as the band "Fish" and the show "Yellowstone."
The conversation shifts to societal issues and media consumption, questioning the influence of internet misinformation and the effectiveness of various news sources. The hosts also delve into the complex and disturbing topic of internet crimes against children, discussing the rise in reported cases and the methods used by law enforcement. The segment also touches upon the topic of animal attacks, referencing a ram that attacked and killed a New Zealand couple and the subsequent police intervention. The episode is further enriched by the presence of guest comedian Dan St. Germain, who shares insights from his own experiences and contributes to the darkly comedic tone.
Towards the end, the discussion revisits the themes of bizarre death circumstances and personal anecdotes, including the use of women's underwear for comfort and the implications of certain niche hobbies. The episode concludes with various plugs for guests' and the podcast's own content, including Dan's comedy special and upcoming live shows, reinforcing the podcast's commitment to exploring the unsettling and often taboo aspects of life with a unique blend of humor and inquiry.