The Jesea Lee Show #29 - Grant Random (SiriusXM)
Dec 22, 2023
Grant Random, a host on SiriusXM's Lithium channel and creator of Grant Random Reports The News, shares his journey in radio and sports fandom. He dives into the sports rivalries of being a Bears or Browns fan and humorously debates if 'Die Hard' is a Christmas movie. The discussion touches on navigating podcasting challenges, the evolution of social media, and getting creative in the music industry. With a focus on humor over politics, Grant emphasizes the joy of engaging content and the fun of producing fresh, quick podcast episodes.
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Why The Internet Loves Conflict
- People crave conflict online and treat social media like reality TV.
- Grant Random says the internet conditions users to seek confrontations they wouldn't pursue in real life.
Leaving Octane Was A Choice, Not Drama
- Grant Random left Octane because he was burned out and wanted to branch out on his own.
- He stresses the departure was his choice and happened without animosity.
How The Octane Breakdown Was Born
- The Octane Breakdown evolved from Grant's playful faction updates into a broader, comedic news segment.
- Management named the segment and Grant refined its voice while making it his own.