

Angry Retail Guy Scott Seiss + Former Skid Row Addict Jared Klickstein
Sep 2, 2024
Scott Seiss, a comedian known for his viral TikTok 'Angry Retail Guy', discusses his humorous insights from retail, inspired by his time at IKEA and his new book. Jared Klickstein, a former Skid Row addict and author, shares his struggles with addiction and homelessness. Together, they explore the absurdities of customer service, societal perceptions of beauty, and the complexities surrounding homelessness and welfare. Their candid conversations mix humor with poignant reflections on personal experiences, making for an engaging and insightful discussion.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Humor in Retail: Viral Videos and Customer Interactions
01:40 • 2min
The Cultural Ubiquity of Music and Retail Frustrations
04:00 • 12min
The Slippery Slope of Education and Health Policies
16:10 • 2min
Nostalgic Laughs: Baywatch and Beyond
18:11 • 13min
Navigating Societal Attitudes and New Book Announcement
31:12 • 2min
Retail Realities: Humor in the Chaos
32:50 • 14min
Security and Legal Support Advertisements
46:30 • 2min
Customer Service Dilemmas
48:34 • 4min
The Complexities of Labor Compensation
52:15 • 2min
Sleep Deprivation and Its Quirks
53:56 • 4min
Navigating Beauty Standards and Mental Health
57:43 • 14min
Sentencing Complexities and Shadows of Fame
01:11:34 • 5min
Exploring Awkward Work Situations and Insights on Homelessness
01:17:01 • 3min
Navigating Homelessness and Personal Histories
01:20:15 • 11min
Navigating Homelessness and Crime
01:31:41 • 14min
The Complexities of Welfare and Crime
01:46:05 • 14min
Reflections on College and Addiction
02:00:20 • 2min