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Lightning Round: The Body Shop’s Comeback, Bubbles & Blockbusters | Fast Five Shorts

Oct 18, 2025
Hosts dive into The Body Shop's nostalgic comeback, reminiscing about favorite products like bubble baths. They also discuss whether the new 'Running Man' sequel can surpass Arnold's classic, with Stephen King's nod boosting excitement. J.P. Morgan's opulent new $3 billion tower is a hot topic, especially its enticing amenities for office returnees. To top it off, there's a delicious celebration of National Dessert Day, featuring sweet treats and birthday cheers. Quick hits, lively debates, and plenty of laughs fill the conversation!
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ANECDOTE

Bubble Bath Nostalgia

  • Chris Walton nostalgically prefers The Body Shop's bubble bath or bath bombs as a mall-era throwback product.
  • He describes daily bathing habit and enjoying baths after workouts, favoring visually fun pink bubbles and suds.
INSIGHT

Sequels Rarely Capture Lightning

  • Anne Mezzenga doubts sequels usually match originals and therefore favors Arnold's Running Man.
  • She notes lightning-in-a-bottle moments are rarely recaptured, tempering expectations for the Glenn Powell remake.
ANECDOTE

Executive Bathroom Perk

  • Chris Walton says a personal executive bathroom would entice him back to the office.
  • He frames it as a desirable perk that, combined with an appealing job, would make office return worthwhile.
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