
SuperMegaCast - EP 74: 2017 Wrap Up


[00:09 - 00:16] Welcome to the 74th and final episode of Super Megacast in 2017


[00:16 - 00:27]Matt and Ryan discuss the final podcast of the year 2017


[01:44 - 02:03]They talk about potentially releasing shorter episodes in the future


[02:13 - 02:25]The podcast originally started as a shorter, more edited format, but evolved into a longer, more conversational style


[04:53 - 05:02]They reflect on the growth of the podcast and predict being in the early 100s for episodes by the end of 2018


[05:42 - 05:48]They speculate about the future of the podcast and its listenership


[06:20 - 06:31]They remember a funny encounter with a fan at Disney World


[07:02 - 07:08]They briefly discuss the Avatar ride at Disney World


[00:09 - 07:08]The overall theme of the podcast is reflection on the past and excitement for the future.


[07:09 - 07:14]Ryan and the speaker have been busy planning a Disney trip and have not discussed it much.


[07:15 - 07:20]They went to Waffle House with Aaron, Jory, and Vernon.


[07:21 - 07:26]Vernon ordered steak at Waffle House, which surprised and annoyed the speaker.


[08:26 - 08:35]The speaker explains his understanding of cravings and how they relate to the body's needs.


[10:25 - 10:35]They discuss different types of sprinkles and their preferences for ice cream toppings.


[11:20 - 11:27]The speaker mentions NPR and their high-quality interviews.


[12:12 - 12:26]They answer a question from a fan about how they know if an idea is worth committing to.


[13:21 - 13:31]They both agree that an idea is worth committing if it makes them laugh without having to think about it.


[13:21 - 13:31]The speaker gives an example of a video idea that made them both laugh immediately.


[13:21 - 13:31]Their confirmation process involves genuine laughter and enthusiasm for the idea.


[13:32 - 13:37]Ryan and the speaker have a three-way confirmation process to determine if an idea is worth committing to.


[07:09 - 13:51]A concise and comprehensive summary of the audio is that Ryan and the speaker have been busy planning a Disney trip and discuss their trip and other topics, including their confirmation process for video ideas and their preferences for ice cream toppings.


[13:51 - 14:01]The speaker discusses the importance of making content that is funny to oneself, rather than trying to cater to an audience.


[14:10 - 14:20]They reflect on their beginnings in sketch comedy and how their small channels have grown.


[14:32 - 14:42]They continue to prioritize fun in their content-making process.


[16:14 - 16:24]They mention collaborating with others and how it can enhance and improve ideas.


[18:15 - 18:21]The importance of fun and collaboration in content creation is emphasized.


[18:21 - 18:28]They address a question about the size of their genitals and divert to a discussion about a man who injected silicone into his penis.


[19:16 - 19:30]The speaker jokingly talks about removing their penis and the other speaker talks about being proud of their balls.


[20:46 - 20:53]The speakers joke about potentially smoking a carton of cigarettes together to help the other quit.


[13:51 - 20:53]The speakers discuss their content-making process, the importance of fun and collaboration, and joke about their genitals and smoking.


[20:59 - 21:05]Discussion about the effects of smoking and the fate of being smoked by God


[21:17 - 21:23]Update on Ming and her current state of stability


[22:16 - 22:23]Speculation on the future of the Ming report and the people in her life


[23:15 - 23:35]Discussion on who would play Matt and Ryan in a Supermega live action movie


[26:47 - 26:52]Favorite album/artist of the year for both Matt and Ryan


[26:47 - 26:52]Final thoughts on the year in music


[20:53 - 27:34]Overall, the podcast hosts discuss various topics including smoking, updates on acquaintances, and favorite music picks for the year.


[27:42 - 27:52] Listened to a lot of Yay-G shit and Kill Bill's Ramona album


[28:02 - 28:09]Discovered Glass Animals and their album Zaba


[29:09 - 29:15]Became a fan of Japanese retro music, specifically City Pop


[29:57 - 30:03]Favorite moment on Supermega was recording the RuneScape series


[31:34 - 31:40]Other favorite recordings include Katamari and recording with guests


[32:37 - 32:43]Biggest accomplishment was releasing music videos and doing live action content


[33:10 - 33:20]Plans to do more live action and sketch comedy in 2018


[27:35 - 34:34]2017 was filled with discovering new music, recording favorite series, and releasing successful live action content, setting the stage for more in 2018.


[34:35 - 34:41] 2017 has been a crazy year


[34:53 - 35:00]Q&A to be continued after discussion


[38:39 - 38:52]Ryan and Matt both recommend therapy


[38:52 - 38:59]Saha Barnes asks if therapy is recommended


[38:59 - 39:08]Jackson A. Tucker asks about USC degree


[39:09 - 39:37]Be honest with therapist/doctor about symptoms and thoughts


[39:53 - 40:01]Don't feel self-conscious, they've heard worse


[40:13 - 40:22]If therapist isn't helpful, seek out another one


[40:34 - 40:42]Fireburno 2 asks about new Flash flood episode


[40:34 - 40:42]Stopped making Flash flood videos due to virus risk


[40:34 - 40:42]Dr. Clay, 999 asks what they would do if YouTube "pulled the plug"


[40:42 - 40:53]Will bring back similar videos with better precautions


[40:42 - 40:53]Will move to different platform or start own website


[41:10 - 41:15]Focus on Patreon and seeking more sponsors


[41:35 - 41:49]Harrison Tucker asks for penal gland cleaning routines


[42:01 - 42:14]Matt suggests using soap as a preventative measure


[42:14 - 42:28]Magic logwood asks about other songs besides "deleted"


[42:28 - 42:34]Ryan made an entire album with cover art


[34:35 - 42:39]Q&A, USC degree, Flash flood videos, therapy, YouTube, penal gland cleaning, other songs.


[42:40 - 42:45]Page content: "That's fucking epic."


[42:51 - 42:57]Songs made under artist name:


[42:58 - 43:04]Artist name: Awesome, dude


[43:13 - 43:19]"Welcome to Walmart" (parody of "Welcome to the Jungle")


[43:27 - 43:45]"Hardcore Four Year Old"


[43:52 - 43:58]Parody of "Periodic Table of Elements"


[44:14 - 44:19]Song about the news


[44:40 - 44:46]"Mario and Luigi's Adventures" theme song


[46:12 - 46:19]Almost died in a bus accident on a youth group trip


[47:51 - 48:00]Type 1 diabetes joke


[49:07 - 49:13]2017 has been a crazy year


[49:45 - 49:54]2017 feels like a ringing stage after a bomb goes off


[49:45 - 49:54]2017 feels like a ringing stage after a bomb goes off


[50:09 - 50:16]2017 was five times crazier than 2016


[50:16 - 50:24]2017 was an entertaining news cycle


[50:16 - 50:24]2018 is expected to be just as entertaining in the news


[42:40 - 50:24]The page content contains a conversation about the speaker's past as an artist and their songs, followed by a discussion about a near-death experience in a bus accident. The conversation also touches on a joke about type 1 diabetes and a reflection on how crazy and entertaining 2017 has been, with a prediction for the upcoming year.


[50:25 - 50:34]2017 has been the most entertaining year so far


[50:43 - 50:49]Unexpected twist ending in 2017


[51:02 - 51:08]Every year feels like a new season


[51:08 - 51:13]Speculation about crazier events in 2018


[51:29 - 51:38]The FCC Chairman makes goofy meme videos and mocks people trying to save the internet


[53:31 - 53:37]Attention-seeking behavior from public figures like Martin Shkreli and Donald Trump


[54:31 - 54:36]Marketing strategy of outrage and communal hate


[54:46 - 54:53]Jake Paul does charity work


[54:54 - 55:02]GPi has a punchable face and is a big goofy dumbass


[56:08 - 56:17]Fun to watch the antics of public figures


[56:08 - 56:17]Donald Trump has been in office for over a year


[56:49 - 56:55]Speculation about what would be considered too far for him to say or do


[57:01 - 57:07]Possibility of impeachment for certain actions


[57:12 - 57:19]Bill Clinton's affair in the Oval Office


[50:25 - 57:24]2017 has been an entertaining year with unexpected twists and speculation about even crazier events in 2018. Public figures like the FCC Chairman, Martin Shkreli, and Donald Trump seek attention through outrageous behavior and marketing strategies. Jake Paul does charity work while others like GPi have a punchable face and are fun to watch. Donald Trump has been in office for over a year and there is speculation about what actions would be considered too far for him. The possibility of impeachment and the infamous Bill Clinton affair are also mentioned.


[57:31 - 57:37] Dress comparison to Waffle House menu


[57:43 - 57:48]Reflection on past year, including trips to Japan and fun videos with friend


[58:00 - 58:06]Gratefulness for friend and co-worker


[58:12 - 58:18]Discussion of weight loss and gain


[1.00:13 - 1.00:18]Compliments and admiration for friend's body


[1.00:54 - 1.01:03]Excitement for future health goals


[1.01:52 - 1.02:01]Reflection on journey of Super Mega and appreciation for supporters


[1.02:31 - 1.02:43]Thankfulness for support from listeners and fans


[1.02:51 - 1.03:09]Thanks to listeners for support and enjoyment of content


[1.04:07 - 1.04:13]Gratitude for childhood dream fulfilled through work on YouTube


[57:24 - 1.04:45]Discussion of dress comparison, reflection on past year and gratitude for friend and co-worker, talk about weight loss and gain, compliments and admiration for friend's body, excitement for future health goals, thanks to listeners and fans for support, reflection on journey of Super Mega and appreciation for supporters, and gratitude for childhood dream fulfilled through work on YouTube.


[1.04:45 - 1.04:52] Speaker talks about his admiration for a YouTuber who will always be "YouTube royalty" to him


[1.04:52 - 1.05:03]He acknowledges that Smosh may not be perceived the same way by everyone, but to him, they will always be important


[1.05:04 - 1.05:18]Smosh was one of the first YouTubers to do semi-professional sketch comedy and have a schedule for videos


[1.05:40 - 1.05:46]The speaker was inspired by Smosh to start making videos


[1.06:32 - 1.06:47]He thanks the listeners for being a part of the community and hopes to not disappoint them


[1.07:05 - 1.07:11]The speaker and his co-host have personal lives outside of YouTube that they have to deal with


[1.09:08 - 1.09:30]They are taking a short hiatus from the podcast to detox and refresh for the new year


[1.10:28 - 1.10:38]They will return with new episodes on January 11th


[1.10:53 - 1.11:02]The speaker mentions that there will likely be a lot to talk about in the next episode


[1.11:21 - 1.11:26]The speaker wishes the listeners a happy new year and thanks them for their support


[1.04:45 - 1.11:59]The speaker expresses his admiration for Smosh and their impact on his personal life and YouTube career. He thanks the listeners for being a part of the community and announces a short hiatus for the podcast before returning with new episodes in the new year.