This week features Perfume Genius, a talented musician from Los Angeles known for their distinct sound and vibrant online persona. They chat about everything from Tracy Morgan's mishaps to the quirks of celebrity culture. The conversation takes a humorous turn with stories of a rattlesnake encounter and nostalgic skate brand memories. Perfume Genius also reflects on their journey to sobriety and creativity, alongside insights into their new album, 'Glory,' and the significance of unique album covers.
The hosts discuss the humorous fallout from Tracy Morgan's on-court embarrassment, reflecting on celebrity culture's unique relationship with public scrutiny.
A conversation on societal double standards surrounding age-gap relationships in Hollywood highlights how older women with younger men face more criticism.
The dialogue encompasses shifting dietary preferences and their social implications, illustrating how trends like fast food influence youth culture and identity.
Deep dives
Travel Plans and Sunshine
The hosts discuss their recent plans for a trip to Hawaii, highlighting the importance of finding suitable accommodations. They express their appreciation for Booking.com, emphasizing its user-friendly services for booking travel and hotels. Specific requirements for their travel preferences were mentioned, including seeking hotels with fewer children around the pool and reasonable valet costs. This discussion illustrates the hosts' desire for a relaxing getaway away from the winter chill in New York.
Tracy Morgan's Incident at the Game
A notable incident at a New York Knicks game involving comedy actor Tracy Morgan is discussed, where he unexpectedly vomited on the court, leading to a halt in the game. The hosts speculate on the potential health issues Tracy could be facing, given his medical history, and share their thoughts on the combination of substances that may have contributed to the incident. The discussion highlights how public embarrassment differs for celebrities like Morgan compared to average individuals, and they mused about the humor that can arise from such chaotic moments in a celebrity's life. Overall, the tone remains light-hearted, reflecting on the absurdity of the situation while sending well wishes for his recovery.
Gwyneth Paltrow and Age Dynamics
The hosts delve into a conversation about Gwyneth Paltrow's new film alongside Timothée Chalamet, discussing the unique dynamic of an age gap relationship in Hollywood. They reflect on how society perceives older women paired with younger men, while conversely, older men with younger women receive less scrutiny. This prompts an exploration of double standards in the entertainment industry and how these relationships are framed in the public eye. The engaging banter continues with humorous speculation on potential equivalencies in male-female dynamics, appealing to the audience's sense of pop culture awareness.
Food Fads and Social Media Impact
The hosts touch upon the evolving nature of dietary preferences and how it impacts social interactions, especially in relation to fast food chains like Chick-fil-A and Raising Cane’s. They open a broader dialogue on societal standards of food choices and the growing preference for healthier alternatives, even within the fast-food category. They also note humorous anecdotes about trends in dietary fads influences youth culture and social media platforms. The light-hearted conversation serves as a commentary on shifting food trends and how they affect people's identities and social connections.
Video Game Culture and Creativity
Video game culture emerges as a recurring theme in the discussion, notably focusing on the popular game Elden Ring and its immersive qualities. One host reveals their deep passion for gaming, illustrating how it serves not just as entertainment but also as a creative outlet. They share their thoughts on how gaming influences emotions and artistic expression, making a fascinating connection between their gaming experiences and their professional creative processes. The conversation captures the duality of gaming as both a pastime and a means for artistic exploration, showcasing its impact on modern culture.
Perfume Genius is a wonderful musician from Los Angeles whose new record, Glory, is out soon. We chat about Tracy Morgan's oopsie daisies, Gwenyth and Timmy's age-gap sex scenes, dealing with a rattlesnake in critter country, his Diet Coke intake and vape flavor, respectively, tweeting the words "shishito pepper," some ugly people, he started making music at 26 right after he got sober, he hit the tanning salon for new his record cover, his boyfriend loves Six Flags, Bush: live from Woodstock 99, and we dive deep into his online personas on the video game Elden Ring.