DJ Python, a musician and DJ celebrated for his distinctive sound, makes a lively return. He shares hilarious anecdotes about his coffee habits, a flight freakout, and dining experiences like trying Popeye's in Dubai. The conversation veers into personal stories, like losing his virginity on a cruise and the quirks of hosting the Oscars. DJ Python also discusses the oddity of acting gay for work, his aspirations to tour Europe on a motorbike, and the ease of soundchecks with USB sticks, making for an engaging listen filled with laughter and insights.
DJ Python discusses the surreal experience of balancing fame with personal identity, reflecting on his unique challenges in the music industry.
The hosts express excitement over upcoming travel, emphasizing the need for breaks from routine while balancing creative obligations and responsibilities.
The conversation critically engages with contemporary celebrity culture, particularly around figures like Kanye West, highlighting society's obsession with fluctuating reputations.
Deep dives
Planning a Trip to Hawaii
The hosts discuss their recent decision to travel to Hawaii, emphasizing the desire to escape the winter blues. They highlight the ease of using Booking.com to arrange their travel needs, from finding a hotel that fits their preferences to booking flights with Delta. The conversation reflects on their desire for a chill atmosphere during the trip, such as a pool with fewer children and reasonable valet costs. This planning showcases their enthusiasm for taking a break and enjoying some much-needed sunshine.
Upcoming Travel Plans
One host excitedly shares his forthcoming trip to Eau Claire, Wisconsin, and the contrasting winter wonderland he expects to encounter. He mentions a friend's post depicting a snowy scene, reinforcing the stark difference in climates between his current location in New York and Eau Claire. The conversation lightly touches on the nuances of artist touring and the commitment it requires, including the necessity of being prepared for cold weather. They express a mix of anticipation and trepidation about the travel obligations that come with their creative careers.
Stand-Up Comedy Insights
The hosts delve into the upcoming stand-up comedy show featuring Aziz Ansari, discussing the evolution of Ansari's comedic style while he was abroad. They speculate on whether his experiences will influence his material, especially regarding personal growth and relationships. There is particular curiosity about how Ansari will navigate current societal topics compared to his earlier work. The conversation reveals a blend of excitement and intrigue about the comedy scene and the anticipation of Ansari's new material.
Cultural Commentary on Public Figures
The hosts offer thoughts on public figures like Kanye West and their recent controversies, discussing the oddities of contemporary celebrity culture. They reflect on Kanye's public appearances and the perceptions surrounding them, such as the bizarre choices of attire. This commentary serves as a critique of how society engages with entertainers and their fluctuating reputations. It highlights a collective concern for the direction some celebrities take in their public lives and how this affects their legacy.
Observations on Pickleball
The hosts share humorous observations about the rising popularity of pickleball, particularly among middle school children. They jest about how the sport is transforming playground dynamics, noting the change from traditional games to a focus on pickleball courts. The discussion includes thoughts on the appeal of the game's simplicity and familial connections, albeit with some skepticism about the sport's merits. The exchange provides a light-hearted commentary on generational shifts in play and leisure activities.
Navigating Life's Responsibilities
A candid moment emerges as the hosts talk about the pressures of travel and the realities of day-to-day responsibilities. One host expresses a light-hearted stress about a missed flight and the ensuing dilemma of managing schedules and commitments. Despite the humor, there’s an underlying recognition of the challenges that come with balancing creative pursuits and personal life. This relatable situation underscores the shared experience of navigating adult responsibilities while pursuing one’s passions.
DJ Python returns to the pod after quickly becoming a listener favorite. His new record, i was put on this earth, is out now on XL Recordings. We chat about Kanye on livestream, Mark McGuire's coffee habits, speakerphone at Sweetgreen, a tour of his boudoir, a flight freakout in real time, Popeye's in Dubai, he lost his virginity on a cruise, hosting the Oscars, union woes, soundcheck is easy with a USB stick, how to stay up until 7 am without caffeine, how he looks sitting in first class, he'd love to tour Europe on a motorbike, one day he's going to live in a permanent home, having to act gay for a year and a half to keep his job, and we break down who the id, ego, and superego of this episode were.