Andrew Santino | This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von #517

Bert Kreischer and Andrew Santino Podcast

• Bert Kreischer announces upcoming tour dates.
• Comedian Andrew Santino joins Bert Kreischer as a guest on the podcast.
• Bert shares an amusing anecdote about his friend coming out as gay during dinner.
• Andrew mentions his uncle's unusual reaction to being around gay people, which involved hiccups and congestion.
• Bert speculates that there might be more gay people at higher altitudes and suggests looking it up.
• Andrew discusses the current state of the comedy scene in Los Angeles after the pandemic.
• Bert and Andrew reminisce about their early days in comedy and the challenges they faced.
• Andrew reveals that he considered moving to Austin for more stage time and enjoyed his experience there.
• Bert expresses his dislike for barbecue, describing it as "food for uncivilized Hicks, lesbians, and car salesmen."
• Andrew agrees with Bert's assessment of barbecue, emphasizing the negative effects it has on his teeth and overall well-being.
• Bert mentions getting a new bike with ten speeds and jokes about the "queer gear" on it.
• They recall a childhood friend who was skilled at fixing bike chains and brake lines but tragically died young.
• Bert and Andrew fondly remember their successful podcast collaboration and acknowledge that the pandemic helped boost the show's popularity.

Bobby Lee's Relapse and Recovery

• Bobby relapsed after his father's death and hid it from everyone, including the narrator.
• Kila confronted the narrator about Bobby using her to hide his relapse.
• Bobby admitted to the narrator that he was using and apologized.
• The narrator and Bobby started a show together after he got clean.
• The pandemic hit three months after they started the show, which gave them time to shoot and be together in the studio.

Joe Rogan and Touring with Bad Friends

• Joe Rogan's work ethic is impressive, and he doesn't let pressure get to him.
• Touring with Bad Friends was tough, especially with Bobby on the bus.
• Bobby has only one muscle in his body that moves around like a koi fish.
• The narrator had a mental breakdown with Bobby at Dollywood because he slept in and then threw a fit about being rushed.

YouTuber's Tour Experience and Upcoming Projects

• The YouTuber talks about their recent tour experience and the challenges of being on a tour bus with their brother.
• They mention an incident where they left the tour group to take an Uber by themselves and how it caused a moment of panic for the others.
• The YouTuber discusses their upcoming tour in Australia and plans to take a break from touring for at least a year after that.
• They talk about their upcoming comedy special for Hulu and mention other comedians who will be featured on the platform.
• The YouTuber shares their excitement about touring in the fall and plans to visit Nashville.
• They talk about their love for golf and their recent trip to Scotland where they played at St Andrews Old Course.
• The YouTuber emphasizes the importance of diversity in cuisine and criticizes the lack of flavor and spices in Scottish food.
• They discuss the challenges of scheduling time with friends and the importance of making an effort to stay connected.
• The YouTuber acknowledges their competitive nature and their desire to keep grinding and growing their career.
• The narrator discusses the importance of taking breaks to avoid burnout and stress-related health issues.

Historical Toilet Customs and Liquid IV

• Sitting on the toilet for extended periods can cause hemorrhoids.
• In ancient times, people used communal toilets, such as group latrines, and lacked privacy.
• The Romans treated going to the toilet as a social event and used sponges on sticks for wiping.
• In medieval England, people threw the contents of their potties out of windows or doors onto the streets.
• Affluent individuals had garderobes, which were protruding rooms with openings over moats, for waste disposal.
• Some historical figures, like Queen Elizabeth I, used curtains or covered their commodes with velvet and lace to conceal them.
• Queen Elizabeth I did bathe, contrary to popular belief.
• The narrator recommends Liquid IV for hydration during physical activities, travel, and overall well-being.

Theo Von's Experience at the Sphere Concert

• Theo Von recommends the Ibotta app for earning cash back.
• Theo Von attended a Grateful Dead concert in Las Vegas with Adam Ray and their partners.
• The Sphere at the concert venue is an impressive visual and audio experience, despite its high cost and potential financial losses.
• Theo Von discusses the construction of the crane used to build the Sphere and the concept of cranes building cranes.
• He highlights the fascination with aliens among white people and suggests that it stems from excessive comfort and a lack of familiarity with other things.
• Theo Von believes in the existence of something beyond humans and acknowledges the anomaly of human behavior compared to other species.
• He draws a parallel between humans and fish, suggesting that humans may be annoying to fish in the same way that humans find aliens strange.
• Theo Von mentions a study that found a woman's breast milk to have an alcohol content of 20 proof.
• The Sphere venue has a massive 875,000 square feet of space, and its construction caused delays for other concerts, including U2.
• Theo Von enjoyed the Grateful Dead concert despite not being a huge fan of the band.
• He appreciates the incorporation of art and history into the visuals, which may be challenging for solo artists to achieve.
• The concert featured haptic seats that provided physical reactions and movements during the performance.
• The video discusses a unique visual experience that resembles the inner workings of a machine or a video game.
• The presentation uses LED tricks and movements that can make some viewers dizzy or disoriented.
• People with certain health conditions like heart problems or epilepsy are advised against experiencing the presentation.
• The video also touches on the minimalistic yet grand setup of a stage during a show.
• There is mention of becoming a dedicated fan of a specific venue, referred to as a "sphar head."

Viral Video of Donald Trump Shooting Incident

• The YouTuber discusses a viral video of a man claiming to have witnessed the shooting of Donald Trump.
• The YouTuber expresses skepticism about the authenticity of the video and points out inconsistencies in the witness's account.
• The YouTuber also discusses the possibility that the video is a hoax or a prank.
• The YouTuber mentions that the man in the video showed him a long video of the shooting on his phone but would not let him skip forward.
• The YouTuber mentions that the man in the video claimed to have seen the shooter crawling on the roof of a building but that the police did not seem to notice him.
• The YouTuber points out that the man in the video was using a mop as a microphone and that the whole situation seemed untrustworthy.
• The YouTuber discusses the possibility that the man in the video was an actor and that the whole thing was staged.
• The YouTuber mentions that the man in the video was featured in a Black Rock commercial, which raises further questions about the authenticity of the video.
• The Secret Service's response to the shooting incident involving Trump was criticized for not immediately bringing him to the ground and for their handling of the situation.
• The YouTuber speculates about the possibility of a conspiracy or staged event, questioning why there was no panic among the crowd and why a nearby building was not secured.
• The YouTuber mentions an individual in the background of the shooting incident who has become an internet sensation due to his peculiar appearance and behavior.
• The YouTuber discusses the possibility of a marksman intentionally grazing Trump rather than causing serious harm.
• The YouTuber raises concerns about the involvement of the FBI or Department of Justice in the incident and questions how a large group of people, including local police, could be convinced to participate in a conspiracy.
• The YouTuber highlights the fact that the shooter used a ladder to access the building and questions why no one noticed or stopped him.

YouTuber's Business and Personal Updates

• The YouTuber promotes an alternative to vaping and smoking called "Fume," describing it as a non-addictive and non-toxic flavored air device.
• The YouTuber talks about how he had to scale up his business and found help through Shopify, an e-commerce platform that helps businesses of all sizes sell their products.
• He mentions his love for golfing as a way to escape and relax, comparing it to hanging out with friends without a specific purpose.
• The YouTuber discusses an impersonation of Jelly Roll, a musician, and his record-breaking bull ride at Saddle Ranch.
• He shares his upcoming vacation plans to Hawaii, where he intends to engage in adventurous activities such as guided hikes, renting a Jeep to explore the island, and taking a spear fishing class.
• The YouTuber expresses his desire to learn how to spearfish and his appreciation for fresh sashimi.
• He talks about his brother's experience hunting squirrels and the limited amount of meat they provide, leading to his preference for larger animals with more substantial meat.
• The YouTuber mentions his plans to take the summer off, relax, and engage in charity events, particularly those involving children's charities and supporting sick children.
• He highlights the importance of helping the next generation and creating positive opportunities for young people.
• The YouTuber shares his excitement about being invited to throw out the first pitch at Wrigley Field and sing the seventh-inning stretch for the Chicago Cubs in September, fulfilling a lifelong dream.

Reflections on Life, Friendship, and Career

• The speaker reminisces about watching the Chicago Cubs baseball team with his friends when he was younger.

- He recalls meeting Mark Grace, a former Cubs player, and the infamous announcer Harry Caray.