Frotcast 555 – Justice for the Axe Pilot, with Francesca Fiorentini
Aug 23, 2023
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Francesca Fiorentini joins the hosts in Fresno for a lively in-person Frotcast. They discuss a pilot who chopped down a parking garage gate, Britney Spears divorcing her CGI husband, and read a hilarious profile about Mr. Spears' feuding Svengalis. They also touch on phrases used in different regions and their experiences with dermatologists. Plus, they talk about keeping genitals dry, a controversial conservatorship, and Netflix's farewell to its DVD business subscribers.
The podcast discusses the incident of a pilot who destroyed a parking garage gate out of frustration with automation, highlighting the human desire to fight against faulty technology.
The podcast delves into the topic of Britney Spears filing for divorce from her husband, exploring the surprising nature of the split and its potential impact on her ongoing legal battles.
The podcast mentions the discontinuation of Netflix's DVD business after 25 years, offering subscribers the opportunity to receive bonus discs as a farewell gesture.
Deep dives
Britney Spears announces divorce from husband Sam Asghari
Britney Spears has filed for divorce from her husband, Sam Asghari. The couple was married for 14 months and had been together for nearly seven years. Asghari's representative has stated that he is not challenging the prenup and that the divorce is amicable. The couple's split comes as a surprise, especially given their recent wedding and the public support Asghari had shown for Spears during her conservatorship battle. It remains to be seen how the divorce will affect Spears and her ongoing legal matters.
Sam Asghari's career and connections
Sam Asghari, a 29-year-old personal trainer turned actor, has been on track to be the next Superman, according to his publicist and creative director. They have been working together for almost a decade, creating an alternate reality where Asghari's stardom is independent of his connection to Britney Spears. However, their relationship has inevitably played a role in Asghari's newfound fame. The article highlights the relationships Asghari has with his publicist, Maxie, and his creative director, Mr. Cohen, and the dynamics between them. While their exact responsibilities are unclear, their influence on Asghari's career is evident.
Prenup agreement and financial implications
Asghari and Spears signed a prenuptial agreement, which included a provision that Asghari would receive a significant sum of money every two years they were married, amounting to a total of $10 million after 15 years together. However, with their divorce happening after only 14 months of marriage, Asghari will not receive the complete amount. The financial implications of the divorce and the details of the prenup have not been disclosed.
Possible reasons for the divorce
The reasons for the divorce have not been revealed, but the abrupt split after a relatively short marriage has left fans and the public speculating. It is unclear whether this decision was mutual or initiated by one party. The couple's different life stages and potential compatibility issues could have played a role, as Asghari is much younger than Spears. The divorce comes in the wake of Spears' successful bid to end her conservatorship, which may have introduced new challenges and changes to their relationship.
Netflix ending DVD business
Netflix is discontinuing its DVD business after 25 years, and as a farewell gesture, subscribers can opt in to receive up to 10 bonus discs from their existing queue.
Meg Ryan making a movie comeback
Meg Ryan is set to return to the big screen in a new rom-com titled 'What Happens Later?'. Ryan will be directing herself in the film, which also stars David Duchovny.