The Best Debate in the Universe

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Recently Gillette released an ad that stirred controversy because of its social message. Some people loved it, while others felt like it was outside the scope of the company’s mission. So the debate this week is: ARE COMPANIES SELLING US RAZORS OR GILLECTURES? Debate starts at: 7:45. Should companies sell us razors or Gillectures? TJ Peters joins us this week for a hearty debate that goes beyond the dipshit talking points you’ve already heard. Plus for some reason everyone in the studio roasts me this week, and we have the triumphant return of Mikey Bolts. And a special visit from President Trump. Great new episode! Watch the video version here at Madcast Media Network YouTube channel And here’s the Gillette ad we talked about this episode in case you haven’t seen it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_HL0wiK4Zc Ron Babcock gets called out for his Babcock Tip last week, because it sounds a lot like a resolution without the word “resolution.” And another caller finds great value in Ron’s financial series. Plus a new tip: bitters + soda. I actually tried it! I’ll give my verdict next week. And here’s my newest book, F*ck Whales: Petty essays from a brilliant mind: http://amzn.to/2CdkfSI We finally round out this episode with a story about a brain-eating great tit, a hot dog and space billboards. We may be lectured from space in the future. The voicemail number is: 1-562-58-I-RULE (1-562-584-7853).

Debate starts at: 4:09. We continue the annual tradition of predictions for the new year. Kirk Wilcox and Dreadmere join us with their predictions: the fall of Facebook and the rise of a new social media network, respectively. Ron predicts that bugs will be a part of mainstream cuisine and I predict that everyone will finally be tired of Star Wars. Plus a recap of last year’s predictions to see who was right. Watch the video version here at Madcast Media Network YouTube channel https://youtu.be/7-RIwRBdMbM?list=PLf-OiH3ea1_CE0fjmDw3njnqjo2LTl8bu Ron Babcock gives us a Babcock tip that’s way better than whatever your stupid New Year’s resolution is: a word. That word should guide your goal for the year. Unless that word is “resolutions.” Here’s that horse-healing ointment that I mentioned on the show. This is what my dad uses to heal cuts, wounds, etc. Smells like ass, but it works: https://www.amazon.com/Manna-Pro-Corona-Ointment-jar/dp/B000HHO7VE/ref=as_sl_pc_as_ss_li_til?tag=bsitu-20&linkCode=w00&linkId=a1e3223d2aa4dcb89b5a95c841e3f3c4&creativeASIN=B000HHO7VE And here’s my newest book, F*ck Whales: Petty essays from a brilliant mind: http://amzn.to/2CdkfSI We finally round out this episode with a story about a guy who got trapped in a Burger King bathroom and expects free burgers for life, plus if you think you’re allergic to foods, you might just be an idiot. The voicemail number is: 1-562-58-I-RULE (1-562-584-7853).

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Debate starts at: 8:30. Is the Internet becoming more full of dipshits? We’re joined by Chad Kultgen this week in another excellent debate. We also learn that I’m a mega-mind, though long-time listeners of this show already know that. I’ll have updates on the new podcast launch in the new year, but until then, put some of this wit and wisdom from this week’s episode into your ear holes. I make the case that the barrier of entry has been lowered so much that it has made it possible for total morons to spout off on the Internet. What do you think? Do you disagree or are you correct? Vote! Watch the video version here at Madcast Media Network YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChMUFeIZ1l9uRJ4bIXuAKDg?sub_confirmation=1 Ron Babcock brought gave us part four of his financial tip series, which is pretty excellent, but I had to veto it due to an unsolicited library plug. Plus we get an update on Ron’s spatchcocked turkey. I saw pictures of it and it looked pretty incredible. I still stand by my snarkiness. And here’s my newest book, F*ck Whales: Petty essays from a brilliant mind: http://amzn.to/2CdkfSI We finally round out this episode with stories a teacher who told her kids that Santa doesn’t exist. Good. I also recount the story of the first time I was ever censored in second grade (related to exposing the lie of Santa). Plus China is catching marathon cheaters with their big brother camera system, and some lady is turning right-wingers into pinkos with her vagina. The voicemail number is: 1-562-58-I-RULE (1-562-584-7853).

Debate starts at: 6:05. We’re joined by Mike D and Dreadmere this week to debate: what’s the shittiest city? Dreadmere brings out a wild card with a city from my home state of Utah: Beaver. I looked up pictures from Beaver, Utah on Instagram and you can go through the entire catalog of tagged photos in tens of seconds. Mike D brings in a favorite city to shit on: San Francisco, while Ron hits it from the east coast with New York. I also bring in a wild card with Houston, Texas, which is sadness concentrated in city form. Watch the video version here at Madcast Media Network YouTube channel https://youtu.be/aofwTDp-SbY?list=PLf-OiH3ea1_CE0fjmDw3njnqjo2LTl8bu Special thanks to our sponsor, Eliquid.com! Madcast Media Network listeners get 20% off their first order with promo code “MADCAST:” https://www.eliquid.com/madcast Ron Squatcock brought in a Thanksgiving tip at the top of the show with a thing I thought he made up: spatchcocking. I guess it’s where you spread a turkey open like a scroll and eat it like Leatherface. Ron was on fire this episode, plus we get part 3 of his very useful financial tips. Really worth a listen to the end of the episode. And here’s my newest book, F*ck Whales: Petty essays from a brilliant mind: http://amzn.to/2CdkfSI We finally round out this episode with stories about Facebook deleting over a billion fake users and a GoFundMe scam where people pretended like a homeless person gave them $20 to help with gas, so they raised money for him. Only problem is, everyone was in on the scam. Great new episode! The voicemail number is: 1-562-58-I-RULE (1-562-584-7853).

Debate starts at: 6:05. How can we fix our political system? Kirk Wilcox joins us to debate this week. How do we fix everyone’s shitty political system? We all have theories this week, and mine are the best like usual. I love myself. I wish I could clone myself, run for president, then vote for me and replace all the citizens with more clones of me. Watch the video version here at Madcast Media Network YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChMUFeIZ1l9uRJ4bIXuAKDg?sub_confirmation=1 Special thanks to our sponsor, Eliquid.com! Madcast Media Network listeners get 20% off their first order with promo code “MADCAST:” https://www.eliquid.com/madcast Ron Squatcock got his name permanently changed last week because the votes on this podcast are always binding. Plus we get part two of Ron’s financial tips, which are shaping up to be really solid. And I have mixed reviews of his wool balls tip from a few weeks ago. Are my balls oily enough? Only time will smell. And here’s my newest book, F*ck Whales: Petty essays from a brilliant mind: http://amzn.to/2CdkfSI We finally round out this episode with some stories about some idiot who saves another idiot (a whale), a lady who robs a convenience store wearing a dog mask, and the sequel to Area 51: Area 52. Great new episode. The voicemail number is: 1-562-58-I-RULE (1-562-584-7853).

Debate starts at: 15:24. Is social media making us depressed? Singer & song-writer Camila Paiva and Dreadmere joins us to debate this week. When was the last time you felt better about yourself after using social media? Other than when you check my Facebook page which is full of cheer and joy, does monitoring posts for validation like a hawk make your life better or worse? That’s the debate this week, and it quickly devolves into an is/ought argument, which is satisfying to listen to just like every time I open my mouth. Watch the video version here at Madcast Media Network YouTube channel https://youtu.be/eoXpRhfPjic?list=PLf-OiH3ea1_CE0fjmDw3njnqjo2LTl8bu Special thanks to our sponsor, Butcher Box! Madcast Media Network listeners get free bacon plus $20 off their first box with promo code “MADCAST:” Check out that incredible sirloin I cooked in the lower-right corner: https://www.butcherbox.com/madcast Ron Babcock redeems himself after the tip from last week, which deprived me of a dollar. This week it’s all about personal finance, and I ended up giving Ron a new tip myself: a new name. Namely, Ron Squatcock. What do you think? And here’s my newest book, F*ck Whales: Petty essays from a brilliant mind: http://amzn.to/2CdkfSI We round out the episode with some voicemail calling me out for some bullshit like usual, and news about a nudist surfer who punched a shark. I’ll be honest with my listeners–I popped a semi reading this story. Great new episode. The voicemail number is: 1-562-58-I-RULE (1-562-584-7853).

Debate starts at: 5:34. Is it possible to be authentic on the Internet? Blaire White joins us to debate this week on the debate. Underlying all drama, clickbait and outrage on the Internet (and cable news) for that matter, is the profit motive. There’s no incentive to write reasonable headlines, promote moderate points of views and create content that is fair to the subject. Instead, people tend to go for the most base content because it gets clicks and it’s easy to make. That’s a brilliant thesis. You’re welcome. Plus: big announcement about a new show! Watch the video version here at Madcast Media Network YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChMUFeIZ1l9uRJ4bIXuAKDg?sub_confirmation=1 Special thanks to our sponsor, Eliquid.com! Madcast Media Network listeners get 20% off their first order with promo code “MADCAST:” https://www.eliquid.com/madcast Ron Babcock brings in a new tip this week: libraries. But specifically, using them in a way that makes video rental stores, audible and book stores obsolete. Hey, worked for book stores Ron! I call bullshit for the first time on a Babcock Tip. Make your voice heard: vote! And here’s my newest book, F*ck Whales: Petty essays from a brilliant mind: http://amzn.to/2CdkfSI We finally round out this episode with some stories about a girl who made a list of 22 rules for her boyfriend, an exit-interview for your exes, and a dipshit kid in Utah who shredded $1,060 cash that his parents were saving. Plus more voicemail. Speaking of, the number is below: The voicemail number is: 1-562-58-I-RULE (1-562-584-7853).

Debate starts at: 8:20. Who’s the best standup comedian? Robert Benfer and Nik Oldershaw join us for the debate this week as we discuss who the best standup comic is of all time. Honorable mentions are Ricky Gervais, Dave Chappelle and Diceman. Just kidding. Maybe I should nominate myself for that joke? Watch the video version here at Madcast Media Network YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChMUFeIZ1l9uRJ4bIXuAKDg?sub_confirmation=1 Ron Babcock’s tip this week is this: bleed. I guess it costs you nothing, except your vitality. Let us know in the comments if you bled this week. And here’s my latest book, F*ck Whales: Petty essays from a brilliant mind: http://amzn.to/2CdkfSI We round out the episode with a story about a guy who saw a ghost, a shitty “viral” casket meme and movie predictions that were written by someone who’s never seen movies or been to Earth. Great new episode. The voicemail number is: 1-562-58-I-RULE (1-562-584-7853).