How Long Gone 896. - Chris & Jason
Jan 23, 2026
Chris and Jason dive into the surprising world of hotel fees and the rebranding of fish like slimehead to orange roughy. Jason shares his Hawaiian dining experience while they grumble about iOS updates and champagne prices on the Big Island. They also discuss Harry Styles' lengthy MSG gigs, Steak & Shake's Bitcoin employee bonuses, and Jonah Hill's potential comeback. Plus, some lighthearted banter on sushi etiquette and Kanye's unique concert choices. It's a fun mix of pop culture, travel tales, and foodie adventures!
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Hidden Hotel Fees Are Bad For Consumers
- Chris and Jason observe hotel booking fees get hidden in final checkout totals and praise Maybach Zo's push to make pricing transparent.
- They suspect hotels will adjust but credit upfront pricing as consumer-friendly and marketing-effective.
Upgraded Room And Hawaiian Fish Meal
- Jason describes being bumped from a mountain-view to an ocean-view room and enjoying local mai tais and steamed fish at a seafood bar and grill.
- He contrasts East Coast swordfish as chewy with Hawaiian swordfish being delicate and nourishing.
Rebranding Can Rescue Unpopular Products
- They discuss how unappetizing original fish names get rebranded to sell better, like 'slimehead' becoming 'orange roughy.'
- Marketing renames can reshape perceptions and boost demand for otherwise unattractive products.