Ryan Long & Danny Mullen on 80’s Music, Paintball, and Gavels
Nov 16, 2023
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Comedians Ryan Long and Danny Mullen join the show to discuss ska bands with designated dancers, creepy lyrics in 80s music, and viral videos of Bernie Sanders, a disrupted flight performance, and a man terrorizing a McDonald's drive-thru. They also touch on Yoko Ono, Lou Reed, and the use of attractive women as props. The topics vary from music to viral videos to societal issues.
Songs in the 80s often had synthetic sound and cheesy lyrics, leading to a decline in quality.
Some artists rebelled against conventional music trends in the 80s, resulting in subpar songs.
Staying creatively relevant was challenging for many musicians in the 80s, impacting the quality of their music.
Starting next year, California schools will teach media literacy to combat misinformation.
Disruptive behavior at fast food drive-thrus is becoming a concerning trend.
Greta Thunberg faced disruptions during a climate protest, highlighting challenges activists face.
Deep dives
Steve Miller's 'Abracadabra'
The song 'Abracadabra' by Steve Miller Band mixes cheesy lyrics and synthetic sound, making it a prime example of a subpar 80s hit.
Lou Reed's 'I Love You, Suzanne'
Lou Reed's 'I Love You, Suzanne' is a lyrically simple and repetitive song that pales in comparison to his earlier work. The lyrics lack depth and creativity.
Boy George's Favorite Artists
Boy George's claim that Yoko Ono and Lou Reed are his favorite artists may be driven by a desire to rebel and conform to the unconventional, rather than a genuine appreciation for their music.
Demise of 80s Music
Many artists in the 80s, including Steve Miller, Rod Stewart, and Rush, fell into the trap of conforming to the trends of the time, resulting in a decline in the quality of their music.
The Difficulty of Staying Relevant
Staying creatively relevant is challenging for artists, especially when trends and times change. Many musicians struggled to adapt in the 80s, leading to a decline in the quality of their music.
The Rebellion Factor
Some artists may lean into a rebellious attitude and choose to do the opposite of what is expected or popular, even if it means creating subpar songs. This rebellion factor can result in a decline in the quality of their music.
The Loss of Self-Awareness
Some artists may lose self-awareness as they prioritize conforming to the current trends over creating quality music. This lack of self-awareness can lead to a decline in their artistic output.
Media literacy to be taught in California schools next year
Starting next year, California schools will be teaching students media literacy in an attempt to combat the spread of misinformation and help them identify fake news. The bill, authored by Assemblyman Mark Berman, aims to address the rising distrust in news media, especially among young people. The bill will integrate media literacy lessons into existing classes and lessons throughout the school year. However, the legislation has drawn criticism for not including funding to train teachers or establish an advisory committee. Critics argue that the bill's simplicity may hinder its effectiveness.
Disgruntled man goes ballistic at a McDonald's drive-thru
A video has gone viral showing a disgruntled man causing chaos at a McDonald's drive-thru in Maryland. The man can be seen throwing drinks and demanding 'real' food from the employees. He was eventually apprehended, and charges have been filed against him. The incident highlights the growing trend of disruptive behavior at fast food drive-thrus, captured in numerous viral videos in recent months.
Greta Thunberg interrupted during climate protest
During a climate protest in Amsterdam, climate activist Greta Thunberg was interrupted by a man singing loudly. Security swiftly intervened, and the man was escorted away. The interruption occurred as Thunberg was speaking about the need to tackle the climate crisis. The incident raises concerns about the challenges activists face in conveying their message amidst the noise and disruptions often seen during protests.
California schools to teach students media literacy
In an effort to combat the spread of misinformation and help students identify fake news, California schools will start teaching media literacy starting next year. The bill, authored by Assemblyman Mark Berman, aims to address the rising distrust in news media, especially among young people. The curriculum will be integrated into existing classes and lessons throughout the school year. However, critics argue that the legislation lacks funding for teacher training and advisory committee input, questioning its potential effectiveness.
Comedians Ryan Long and Danny Mullen join the show and laugh about ska bands that had a designated dancer on stage. The guys then take a deep dive into unnecessarily creepy lyrics and the synth production of 80’s music. Adam plays a clip of Boy George and gives a tip on how to get kicked out of a party. Chris then shares some viral videos of Bernie Sanders breaking up a potential fight on the Senate floor, a singer asked to stop performing on a Delta flight, a man terrorizing a McDonald’s drive thru, and Greta Thunberg being interrupted at a rally in Amsterdam.
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