Shaad D'Souza, a music writer from Australia living in London, chats about emerging talent, deepfakes, cold plunge filters, Call Her Daddy, staying up late, M.I.A.'s 5g blocking collection, and enjoying a hard Sprite live on air.
Cultural bond between Australians and New Yorkers through liberal cursing, especially using the word 'cunt'.
Coolness now associated with individuals in their late 30s and mid-40s, contrary to past youth-centric perceptions.
Introduction of mobile phones in high school creating psychological challenges with explicit content sharing and societal shifts.
Deep dives
How Australians and New Yorkers Bond Over Cursing
Australians and New Yorkers share an affinity for liberal cursing, fostering a unique kinship. The evolution of the word 'cunt' reflects a shift in acceptability and casual use in conversation. This shared fondness for colorful language bridges cultural divides and creates a sense of camaraderie between these two groups.
The Significance of Age in Coolness
The perception of coolness has shifted towards individuals in their late 30s and mid-40s, marking a departure from the previous trend of associating coolness with younger ages. Prominent figures like Caroline Polachek and Kelela exemplify this newfound coolness associated with the aging demographic, challenging traditional notions of youthful allure.
Impact of Phones and Social Media on Adolescents
The introduction of mobile phones in high school led to significant psychological implications among adolescents. Instances of inappropriate behavior, like sending explicit content via Snapchat, created unprecedented challenges for schools and law enforcement due to the novelty of such incidents. The rise of social media symbolizes a transformative shift in adolescent interactions and societal norms.
Mixed Reactions Towards Partners' Gender Switch in Relationships
The podcast episode delves into the topic of how people perceive their partner transitioning from one gender identity to another within a relationship. The discussion highlights contrasting reactions between a woman leaving her husband for another woman and a man leaving his wife for another man. The conversation delves into societal expectations, acceptance levels, and the perceived impact on one's identity and self-esteem.
Innovative 5G Protection Bag from MIA Collection
The podcast introduces an intriguing product from MIA's collection, a metallic bag embedded with a Faraday cage lining to block signals for anti-5G purposes. The hosts humorously discuss the bag's functionality, its ability to prevent phone signals, and its copper fiber lining for waterproofing. The conversation transitions to the bag's appeal for those concerned about being tracked, emphasizing its unique features alongside shared experiences and jesting around potential use cases.
Shaad D'Souza is a friend and music writer from Australia living in London. We chat about emerging local talent, Dixie Chicks, going shopping every day, if pissing your pants is brat, easily falling for deepfakes, Donald's esoteric musical taste, what is the deal with cold plunge filters, if New Yorkers hate Australians, Facebook relationship statuses, Call Her Daddy for the tinned fish crowd, The Real Housewives of Spotify, how late we can stay up without drugs, he bought something from M.I.A.'s 5g blocking collection, and we enjoy a hard Sprite live on air.
