

Episode 1222: Nate Bargatze
5 snips Dec 24, 2024
Nate Bargatze, a celebrated stand-up comedian known for his Netflix specials and recent CBS variety show, joins the hosts for a festive chat. He shares the excitement and challenges of producing a Christmas special, including his experiences at SNL. The conversation takes a humorous turn with outrageous stories like a bizarre shootout over wings and the struggles of ordering through food apps. Lively debates on holiday movies and the joys of the season add to the fun, making for a light-hearted and entertaining discussion.
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Wingstop Shootout And A Strange Plea
- Jesse Carey recounts an Indianapolis shootout at a Wingstop that led to a plea deal banning the customer from Wingstop locations.
- He frames the judge's ban as creative justice and highlights the absurdity of light punishment for serious firearm charges.
Subway App Order Gone Wrong
- Jesse shares a personal Subway app failure where his pre-paid order didn't register and staff refused to resolve it on the spot.
- He describes leaving the store without his discounted sandwich after being told to call corporate.
Music Volume Has Exploded
- Derek notes a single day's new music output now exceeds all of 1989 due to democratized distribution.
- He points out that AI and mass uploads create millions of tracks with almost no listener engagement.