Craig Shoemaker + Alison and Bryan (Carolla Classics)
Jan 27, 2024
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Guests Craig Shoemaker, Alison Rosen, and Bryan Bishop discuss topics such as creating sitcom pilots, frustrations with networks, the concept of homeless racing, the shift towards being eco-friendly, unique sleep patterns, the psychology of audiobook pricing, the difference between trust and a 'fuck it' mentality, the significance of wearing hats, and parenting concerns.
The speaker discusses his frustration with the length of an audiobook and his unsuccessful TV show pitch.
The speaker shares his interest in car racing and highlights the limitations of being tall in sports cars.
The speaker emphasizes the need for regulation on Wall Street and supports implementing a Robin Hood tax to address income inequality.
The speaker expresses confusion about the specifics of the Robin Hood tax and questions its necessity.
The author criticizes the inconsistency in priorities when it comes to banning oversized cups of soda versus other social issues.
Deep dives
Summary of main ideas/key points/insights
In this podcast episode, the host discusses various topics and shares personal experiences.
First main idea/key point/insight
One of the main topics discussed in the podcast is the speaker's frustration with the length of an audiobook and how it fell short of the desired eight-hour length.
Second main idea/key point/insight
The speaker also talks about his experience with pitching a new TV show concept called 'Mr. Bertrand' and how it didn't get picked up by any networks.
Third main idea/key point/insight
The podcast episode includes a discussion about the speaker's interest and involvement in car racing, as well as his thoughts on the limitations of being tall in sports cars.
Financial crisis and Wall Street regulation
The speaker emphasizes the need for regulation on Wall Street and highlights the impact of the financial crisis.
Support for the Robin Hood tax
The speaker supports implementing a Robin Hood tax as a way to raise revenue from Wall Street and address income inequality.
Uncertainty about the Robin Hood tax
The speaker expresses confusion about the specifics of the Robin Hood tax and questions its necessity.
Controversy over Mayor Bloomberg's attempt to ban oversized cups of soda
The recent attempt by Mayor Bloomberg to ban the sale of oversized cups of soda has caused outrage among those who vote against other measures such as medical marijuana and marriage equality. The author criticizes the inconsistency in their priorities and likens the public's obsession with soda to enshrining Coca-Cola in the Constitution. The blog pokes fun at the comparison of sugary drinks to the founding fathers and emphasizes the need for Americans to grant the same rights to their fellow humans as they do to a big gulp of sweet tea.
Debate surrounding breastfeeding into toddlerhood
The author highlights the debate and controversy surrounding the practice of breastfeeding a child into toddlerhood. They note that while it sparks concern in the United States, it is not a topic of debate in other cultures. The author identifies two extremes, fear of child neglect and fear of smothering and impropriety. They argue that most people strive for a moderate approach to parenting, addressing issues such as body shame, sexuality, trauma, and resistance to connection, ultimately seeking a balanced and healthy approach to raising children.
