The Joe Rogan Experience

#1838 - Brian Simpson

Jun 30, 2022
Brian Simpson, a stand-up comedian and podcast host, dives into the intriguing world of tech culture and communication. He shares personal stories about switching between Apple and Android, showcasing the quirks of both ecosystems. The conversation shifts to the evolution of mobile services and the cynical state of modern politics, touching on challenges faced by LGBTQ advocates under authoritarian regimes. Additionally, Simpson reflects on freedom of expression in the age of social media, revealing its complexities and societal implications.
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ANECDOTE

Apple's Walled Garden

  • Apple uses tactics like the green/blue text bubble to create exclusivity.
  • This tactic pressures people to switch to iPhones to avoid blurry videos and other limitations.
INSIGHT

Evolving Cell Phone Charges

  • Cell phone providers used to charge for minutes and texts, claiming network strain.
  • Now, these are free, and they profit from data, showing the earlier claims may have been disingenuous.
ANECDOTE

The Prepared Survivor

  • Brian Simpson's friend's father represents a preparedness archetype.
  • Skilled with ham radios and rifle-making, he embodies the type of person likely to survive a societal collapse.
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