Podcast host and journalist Josh Szeps sits down with Bridget for a conversation about the appeal of the rabbit holes that normal, intelligent people seem to find themselves falling down, the conspiracy theories that bring them there, the loss of faith in the media and our institutions, and why uncertainty can be a good thing. They also cover parenthood and being an "older" parent, whether being an overbearing or overcaring parent is worse, the Intellectual Dark Web, Josh's career trajectory, Russell Brand, the blindspots of mainstream media, myths about the Covid vaccine versus the actual truth about its side effects, the US's Covid policies vs Australia's Covid policies during the pandemic, the ability to admit that you're wrong, and the truth that if you have to choose between conspiracy and incompetence, the answer is usually incompetence. Check out Josh's podcast and Substack, Uncomfortable Conversations - the safe space for dangerous ideas .
Three 6 Mafia legend, DJ Paul is here to kick it with T-Pain and the Nappy Boy Radio Podcast! Hear how DJ Paul has changed his diet and what food was harder for him to kick than a certain drug. He talks about his need to put sticky notes everywhere in order to stay organized, and why hurricane names need to be more aggressive. The Memphis native also shares his admiration for the great Dr. Dre, and tells a crazy story of how he made Salma Hayek mad at the Oscars! Stay fly and get ready for DJ Paul & T-Pain!
Michael Malice ("YOUR WELCOME") welcomes onto the show the "Eternally Sarcastic Memesmith," Carpe Donktum, to talk about his Twitter resurrection, what it's like to be doxxed, and how the band Smash Mouth has a surprisingly open sense of humor.
Scott Porter & Zach Gilford chat with fellow actor & Top Gun star - Glen Powell! The guys talk Glen about growing up in Austin, Texas (where FNL was shot), the multiple roles he auditioned for on Friday Night Lights, working with Denzel Washington on "The Great Debaters", his tuxedo table read, Scott's audition for Captain America, working with Rick Linkletter, Top Gun flight school, nearly dying on Top Gun, FNL set visits, his passion project Devotion, his Blue Angels doc with JJ Abrams, and what the next Friday Night Lights might look like!
Stand-up comic Ian Lara stops in to talk about the ups and downs of his career in stand-up comedy, how he veered from a political science & engineering background and pre-law trajectory into stand-up, and how his parents who immigrated from the Dominican Republic reacted to the change. They talk about his favorite parts of being on the road, competition among comedians, the delicate dance of not discussing your current relationships in your comedy, defending your right to be hyperbolic, and how comedians these days are being held to a higher standard than the President of the United States. They also cover how surprised Ian was to learn that men's rights activists were a thing because he didn't know that men were fighting for rights, comedians who don't like their fans, how any opinion can be validated on the internet, what to do when you hit a plateau, how nobody cares about you as much as you think they do, why he hopes that the average person is not who they play online, and the absurdity of someone telling you to take your own life because they don't like your comedy. Check out Ian's new comedy special Romantic Comedy.
Fred Mwangaguhunga, founder of urban celebrity news site, Media Takeout, sits down for a conversation about entrepreneurship, the three businesses he's started, what he learned from each of them, and why you should always see your mistakes as an opportunity to learn. He and Bridget talk about parenthood and what it's like as the father of triplets, why families need more support than they're getting, how money you lost should be viewed as paying for the lesson that you learned, why you have to be a certain level of delusional to start a company, why it's good that your mistakes keep you up at night, finding the balance in a team, respecting your audience, and being able to admit when you're wrong. They also cover wanting to do something that actually provides value to people, finding holes in the market, why he didn't want to stay in the laundry business even though he believes it could have been worth $10 billion, how he wound up starting Media Takeout, and why being the boss means you're the lowest man on the totem pole.
MR. THANKSGIVING himself, DJ Drama, is here for our LONGEST episode to date! The Grammy-winning DJ and producer talks with T-Pain about his influence on the rap game through Gangsta Grillz and Generation Now. In his Top 5, DJ Drama discusses some hot-button dramas and beefs including Tory Lanez & Megan Thee Stallion, Gucci Mane & Jeezy, and Jay-Z and T-Pain himself! Grab a plate and get ready to feast for over 3 hours of the Nappy Boy Radio Podcast with the legendary DJ Drama.
Scott Porter, Zach Gilford & Mae Whitman discuss Friday Night Lights, Season 1, Episode 12, "What To Do While You're Waiting". It's NOT Only Football, this episode is about kids acting like adults, boundaries, & parent-child relationships. Panthers are on bye, Saracen gets his father a job at Buddy's dealership, Waverlash (Waverly & Smash) try to find common ground, building an entire Carnival, we meet Tyra's mom & abusive boyfriend, the Street family files a lawsuit against the school & Coach Taylor, a tough conversation between Jason & his mom, and Street's father squares off with Coach. Plus, memories from the FNL 10 year anniversary party, shooting during golden hour, self-given nicknames, Smash & Saracen bloopers, Scott learning to drive stick for the show, Street's wardrobe, and more! In "Overtime", Aztec Burgers, filming in real high schools, and Zach & Mae recreate a scene between Saracen & his dad. PLUS, the group answers YOUR questions from YouTube & the Apple Podcasts Rate & Review section, in "Press Box". Get 20% off at MVMT.com and use code FNL 10% off during your first 3 months - Visit ritual.com/FNL to start Ritual or add Essential for Women 18+ to your subscription today! Get up to 55% off your subscription when you go to BABBEL.com/FNL. Brought to you by Progressive Insurance!
Michael Malice ("YOUR WELCOME") invites comedian, podcast host, and guest favorite, Dave Smith, onto the show to discuss the reality of a "National Divorce," why Trump winning in 2016 was such a blow to perceived "Progressivism," and how the term "invasion" means something very different when thought domestically.
Scott Porter, Zach Gilford & Mae Whitman discuss Friday Night Lights, Season 1, Episode 11, "Nevermind". This episode is NOT only football, it's about relationship work, Nirvana, & "mouthfeel". An unlikely friendship between Landry & Riggins, Street has a temper tantrum trying to find his Nirvana CD, Herc gets established as Street's big brother figure, Street sees Lyla at the music store - sparks fly, Saracen's dad takes the wind out of his sails, Coach sits Saracen for the backup QB, Saracen & dad have it out in the parking lot, Riggins comes to Landry's band performance, and more! In "Overtime", Tammy confronts Riggins at his locker about a good test grade, & Coach gets a call from UT. PLUS, the group answers YOUR questions from YouTube & the Apple Podcasts Rate & Review section in "Press Box". FIRST LEAF - Sign up today and you'll get your first 6 bottles for $39.95 plus free shipping. Go to TryFirstleaf.com/FNL LIQUID IV - Get 20% off ANYTHING you order using promo code FRIDAY at LiquidIV.com ZIPRECRUITER - Go to this exclusive web address to try ZipRecruiter FOR FREE at ZipRecruiter.com/FNL AIRMEDCARE NETWORK - Get up to an $80 Mastercard or Amazon eGift Card when you join and use offer code FNL. Visit AirMedCareNetwork.com/FNL today! Brought to you by Progressive Insurance!