
Are Online Friends REAL Friends? | Trash Taste #28


[00:00 - 00:07] Cinema rules: turn off phone or put on silent mode


[02:30 - 02:39]Discussion on hating the sound of one's own voice


[04:00 - 04:05]Joey's balls dropping rapidly as a child


[05:46 - 05:57]Garnt's self-critical approach to editing his own content


[07:36 - 07:42]Connor's preference for leaving in mistakes and failures in his content


[07:42 - 07:53]Discussion on the difference between heavily scripted and improvised content


[00:00 - 07:53]The text discusses various topics such as cinema rules, self-criticism, and editing styles, as well as personal experiences such as Joey's balls dropping as a child. The speakers also touch on the difference between heavily scripted and improvised content.


[07:53 - 08:10]The speaker watches their edited videos multiple times and questions the humor


[08:10 - 08:20]The idea of recording one's voice to improve speaking skills is brought up


[08:20 - 08:32]Speaking confidently can improve overall quality of life


[08:33 - 08:40]The speaker's voice has helped them in life and led them to become a voice actor


[09:52 - 09:57]Watching themselves on "Trash Taste" has improved their speaking skills


[10:30 - 10:36]The speaker used to hate public speaking but joined a debating team in elementary school to improve


[12:36 - 12:45]They still struggle with filler words and swearing when speaking


[13:36 - 13:46]The idea of recording one's voice to improve speaking skills is mentioned again


[13:46 - 13:57]The expectation of being a professional on YouTube can be intimidating


[14:18 - 14:24]The speaker was initially nervous about doing panels, but has learned on the fly


[15:19 - 15:28]They have always been more nervous in front of small crowds than large ones


[15:46 - 15:54]The speaker has performed live at the Sydney Opera House in front of a thousand people


[07:53 - 15:54]The speaker discusses their editing process and questioning the humor in their videos, the concept of recording one's voice to improve speaking skills, the impact of speaking confidently on overall quality of life, and their personal experiences with public speaking and performing. They also mention the expectations of being a professional on YouTube and the pressure of doing panels.


[16:01 - 16:20] The speaker is discussing their experience playing at the opera house and how it was a dream for their Asian parents.


[19:37 - 19:42]They mention how their mother was proud and even filmed the performance.


[20:16 - 20:21]The speaker recalls a negative experience with a heckler at an R18 panel.


[20:16 - 20:21]They mention a panel they run where people dub over censored hentai.


[20:41 - 20:48]The speaker shares a realization about not caring what others think and how people are more focused on themselves.


[20:55 - 21:01]The speaker talks about the weird and inappropriate questions asked at R18 panels.


[21:01 - 21:18]They talk about getting nervous before going on stage, but once they start, they are fine.


[21:24 - 21:56]They discuss a tweet about not being well-adjusted if all your friends are only online.


[22:03 - 22:18]The speaker reflects on their own experience with only having online friends.


[22:44 - 23:01]The episode is sponsored by Honey.


[23:01 - 23:12]The speaker explains how Honey will help pay for one million dollars worth of gifts.


[23:13 - 23:19]The speaker asks if this is the same Honey that automatically searches for promo codes online.


[15:55 - 23:19]A comprehensive summary of the text is that the speaker discusses their experience playing at the opera house, shares a realization about not caring what others think, recalls a negative experience with a heckler, and discusses their thoughts on having only online friends. They also mention a sponsored segment by Honey.


[23:19 - 23:41] The speaker discusses using a program called Honey to track prices and get discounts on holiday gifts


[23:42 - 23:50]Honey randomly selects winners for money to help buy items on their list


[24:35 - 24:52]The speaker and his friends discuss having online friends and how it can be different from having real life friends


[24:35 - 24:52]They talk about how meeting online friends in person can change the dynamic of their friendship


[28:12 - 28:20]One of the speakers mentions that he used to mostly have online friends in his first year of university


[28:12 - 28:20]The speaker talks about how he was well-adjusted with only online friends, but having real life friends helped him see the importance of in-person interactions


[29:13 - 29:23]They discuss the difference between online and real life interactions and how it can affect a person's social connections


[29:13 - 29:23]The importance of having a healthy balance of online and real life friendships is discussed


[23:19 - 30:58]Overall, the speakers discuss the impact and potential issues of only having online friends and the importance of in-person social connections.


[31:11 - 31:29]The speaker discusses how some people may be content with only having online relationships.


[31:42 - 31:47]They reflect on their own experience of primarily spending time online and how it hindered their personal growth.


[31:56 - 32:05]Moving to Japan has made the speaker think about the importance of having real-life friends and experiences.


[32:24 - 32:48]They mention how living in Japan has been different due to the pandemic and not being able to have visitors.


[35:44 - 35:52]The speaker and their friends used to frequent izakayas and Kinokuniya, but have since realized there are better food options in Japan.


[36:26 - 36:36]The speaker's friend has an obsession with Tesco Meal Deals and takes the speaker to try one.


[36:26 - 36:36]The speaker's friend insists that the Tesco Meal Deal is a great value and tastes good.


[37:06 - 37:11]The speaker and their friend had a bad experience at a Wetherspoons pub in Victoria Station.


[30:58 - 38:00]Overall, the speaker reflects on their experiences in Japan and how it has changed their perspective on friendships and experiences.


[38:00 - 38:14] The speaker discusses their experience living in Japan and Asia where convenience stores have good food options, particularly sandwiches.


[38:15 - 38:24]They compare the quality of sandwiches in Japan to those in other countries, noting that they often have unnecessary ingredients like mayonnaise and ketchup.


[38:25 - 38:30]The speaker expresses confusion about the absence of crust on sandwiches in Japan and questions where the crust goes.


[38:30 - 38:43]They argue that the crust is the best part of the sandwich and enjoy Japanese sandwiches because they don't have to eat the crust.


[39:24 - 39:38]They discuss their different methods of eating pizza, with one preferring to eat the crust first.


[40:44 - 40:57]The speaker expresses their preference for thin crust Italian pizzas.


[40:57 - 41:16]The other speaker disagrees and argues that the crust is tasteless and gets in the way of the pizza.


[42:23 - 42:30]The other speaker prefers thick crust and argues that the crust takes up unnecessary space in the stomach.


[43:03 - 43:12]The speaker expresses frustration with convenience store sandwiches in Japan, often being disappointed by the lack of filling.


[44:33 - 44:39]The discussion shifts to the quality of convenience stores in Japan, with each speaker having a different favorite.


[44:33 - 44:39]The speaker notes that in Australia, people do not typically buy food from convenience stores.


[45:06 - 45:12]They also mention the convenience of delivery in Japan and how it differs from other countries.


[45:06 - 45:12]They also mention the convenience of delivery in Japan and how it differs from other countries.


[45:28 - 45:40]The speaker contrasts the delivery experience in Japan to that of other countries, noting that in Japan, you can reschedule within a two-hour time slot if you miss a package.


[38:00 - 45:40]The speakers discuss their experiences living in Japan and Asia, particularly the quality of convenience store food and the absence of crust on sandwiches. They also discuss their different methods of eating pizza and the convenience of delivery in Japan compared to other countries.


[45:40 - 45:49]Missed delivery between 8-12 am, can be redelivered between 12-2, 4-6, 6-8, 9


[45:49 - 45:55]Same day delivery, can choose two-hour time slot


[45:49 - 45:55]Amazon offers two-hour time slot delivery


[45:55 - 46:06]Some areas in UK and London have Amazon Now for quick delivery


[46:44 - 46:55]Life in Japan heavily relies on Amazon


[48:30 - 48:39]There is a misconception about how much interaction with Japanese people


[48:39 - 49:02]Mostly interact with Japanese when ordering coffee or at conbini, denny's, or stores


[50:09 - 50:25]Have a scripted response for these interactions


[50:34 - 50:47]Enjoy pretending to not know Japanese when with non-Japanese friends


[51:28 - 51:36]Started streaming Apex to interact with Japanese and improve speaking skills


[52:02 - 52:14]Using Japanese more in practice has been helpful


[52:36 - 52:41]Want to impress Joey with Japanese skills


[52:41 - 52:50]Embarrassed to speak Japanese in front of Joey


[52:50 - 53:02]Talking to Japanese is awkward and disappointing if they don't understand


[45:40 - 53:02]Overall, life in Japan heavily relies on Amazon and there is a misconception about how much interaction with Japanese people, with scripted responses being used for most interactions. The speaker has started streaming Apex to improve their Japanese skills and enjoys pretending to not know Japanese when with non-Japanese friends. There is also a desire to impress their friend Joey with their Japanese speaking skills.


[58:42 - 58:53]The speaker discusses how it's less awkward for them to speak in Japanese because people expect them to be bad at it.


[1.00:00 - 1.00:13]They discuss the limited availability of some items and encourage viewers to check out the website.


[1.00:13 - 1.00:32]They talk about how they can sometimes pretend to understand Japanese when they don't fully grasp it.


[1.00:13 - 1.00:32]The speaker and their friend talk about speaking Japanese in their daily lives and how they don't get to practice it as much as they would like.


[1.00:13 - 1.00:32]They mention that they haven't been able to see their family due to COVID-19 and it's made it harder for them to practice Japanese.


[1.00:13 - 1.00:32]The speaker talks about consciously trying to use Japanese more in their daily life, including reading manga and novels out loud.


[1.00:13 - 1.00:32]They mention that they would probably make more progress in learning Japanese if they focused solely on it, but it's hard to fit it into their busy lives.


[1.00:32 - 1.00:39]The speaker talks about the sponsor of the video, ej anime store, and the exclusive anime merchandise they offer.


[1.00:39 - 1.00:51]The best practice they've had speaking Japanese is when they're drunk with Japanese friends.


[1.00:39 - 1.00:51]The speaker reflects on how difficult it is to learn a language and fit it into their current lifestyle.


[1.00:39 - 1.00:51]Learning a language becomes easier when you are less nervous, such as when intoxicated.


[1.00:39 - 1.00:51]Speaking Japanese in daily life is a struggle for the speaker due to their busy schedule and limited opportunities for practice.


[53:02 - 1.00:51]Overall, the speaker and their friend discuss their experience of trying to speak Japanese while living in Japan and the challenges they face.


[1.00:51 - 1.00:57] The speaker mentions that they speak languages 10% better when drunk, except for English


[1.01:08 - 1.01:14]They compare learning a language to learning music or an instrument, as they both use the same part of the brain


[1.01:26 - 1.01:32]The speaker and their friends discuss the difficulty of learning a third language when they already know two


[1.02:24 - 1.02:30]They mention that living in a country where the language is spoken is the best way to learn it


[1.02:24 - 1.02:30]The speaker talks about their busy lifestyle and how it makes it difficult to learn a new language


[1.03:30 - 1.03:42]The speaker talks about the difficulty of balancing their YouTube career and personal goals


[1.05:26 - 1.05:31]They consider making a video where they attempt to learn 3,000 kanji characters in a year


[1.08:21 - 1.08:27]There is a possibility of failure and the pressure to make progress for the video to be successful


[1.00:51 - 1.08:27]The speaker discusses their ability to speak languages while drunk, compares learning a language to learning an instrument, and talks about their desire to learn a new language and the difficulty of fitting it into their busy lifestyle. They also mention the possibility of making a video where they attempt to learn 3,000 kanji characters in a year, but express concern about the pressure and potential for failure.


[1.08:27 - 1.08:33]The speakers discuss the possibility of their videos flopping and the potential consequences.


[1.08:39 - 1.08:44]They talk about the Japanese language and how it can be gamified and speedrun.


[1.09:14 - 1.09:23]They plan to do a live stream where they test each other on 100 kanji characters.


[1.11:07 - 1.11:18]The conversation shifts to discussing their plans for the future and how long they plan to stay in Japan.


[1.12:41 - 1.12:53]They talk about the difficulties of making friends in Japan and the importance of actively seeking out social interaction.


[1.12:41 - 1.12:53]They discuss the differences between living in Japan and living in their home countries.


[1.13:54 - 1.14:01]The speakers share their experiences of living alone and the challenges it brings.


[1.08:27 - 1.15:43]The speakers discuss the potential consequences of their videos flopping and then shift to discussing the gamification of the Japanese language. They plan to test each other on 100 kanji characters in a live stream. The conversation then turns to their plans for the future and the challenges of making friends in Japan. They share their experiences of living alone and the differences between living in Japan and their home countries. The speakers conclude by emphasizing the importance of actively seeking out social interactions while living in Japan.


[1.15:43 - 1.15:57]The speaker felt uncomfortable living alone and missed having someone around.


[1.16:07 - 1.16:17]It took the speaker some time to adjust to being alone and to find a balance.


[1.16:07 - 1.16:17]They had always had someone in their house to watch TV with.


[1.16:24 - 1.16:33]They discuss the topic of online friends and when they realized it wasn't enough.


[1.16:52 - 1.16:59]The speaker found their first true friend group at 23-24 years old.


[1.16:59 - 1.17:15]Their mother had raised them to believe they wouldn't make real friends until university.


[1.16:59 - 1.17:15]They were disappointed when they didn't find true friends in university.


[1.17:46 - 1.17:55]The speaker is now more in contact with their high school friends.


[1.19:15 - 1.19:30]The speaker is awful at replying to texts because it takes a lot of mental energy.


[1.19:30 - 1.19:54]They value in-person communication over texting.


[1.20:00 - 1.20:06]They realize the friends they'll have for life are the ones they don't need to text all the time.


[1.20:12 - 1.20:18]They compare it to a family reunion.


[1.20:58 - 1.21:13]The speaker is critical of everything in life, including Japan.


[1.20:58 - 1.21:13]They discuss the standard of living in Japan and how it is higher than their home country.


[1.21:13 - 1.21:19]They are not rude about Japan, but just being real.


[1.21:25 - 1.21:35]The speaker asks if the others always knew they would move out of their home country.


[1.21:25 - 1.21:35]Both others knew they would move out.


[1.21:41 - 1.21:49]One speaker never moved until they moved out of their home.


[1.22:04 - 1.22:11]They discuss their curiosity about different cultures and wanting to experience them.


[1.23:04 - 1.23:21]The speaker always thought there was a perfect place to live that wasn't their home country.


[1.23:04 - 1.23:21]They are still unsure about where they want to settle down.


[1.15:43 - 1.23:21]The speaker discusses feeling uncomfortable living alone and adjusting to it, finding true friends later in life, preferring in-person communication over texting, and their curiosity about different cultures. They also discuss their disappointment with university friendships, the higher standard of living in Japan compared to their home country, and their uncertainty about where they want to settle down.


[1.23:21 - 1.23:32]Connor and guest discuss the concept of a "perfect place" to live


[1.23:32 - 1.23:41]They both agree that there is no such thing as a perfect place


[1.23:54 - 1.24:01]They talk about how their perception of America changed as they grew up


[1.24:01 - 1.24:07]They mention how they were exposed to American culture and had many online American friends


[1.27:43 - 1.27:52]Guest talks about how he used to swear a lot and his parents would scold him for it


[1.28:02 - 1.28:10]They discuss the concept of "cred" as a 13-year-old in gaming culture


[1.28:39 - 1.28:46]Guest confirms that he was a "squeaker" in his online gaming days


[1.28:58 - 1.29:06]They talk about the places they have traveled to and how they have fulfilled their childhood fantasies


[1.29:06 - 1.29:12]Guest says he has no desire to visit any other countries


[1.29:31 - 1.29:38]They discuss the privilege of being able to use clean toilets and not wanting to use a hole in the ground


[1.29:52 - 1.29:58]Guest shares his experience of using a hole in the ground in France


[1.30:18 - 1.30:29]They talk about their preferences for vacations and not wanting to do too many activities or feel pressured to see everything


[1.23:21 - 1.31:00]Connor and guest discuss their perception of a "perfect place" to live and how it changed as they grew up, their experiences with American culture and online friends, and their preferences for vacations. They also touch upon the concept of "cred" in gaming culture and the privilege of being able to use clean toilets.


[1.31:40 - 1.31:54] Speaker talks about being forced to go to places and do activities on holiday


[1.33:17 - 1.33:37]Hated going on holiday as a kid because of following others' itineraries and uncomfortable living conditions


[1.35:00 - 1.35:11]Now enjoys fishing with friends because of the relaxing atmosphere and alcohol


[1.36:04 - 1.36:23]Didn't enjoy walking and fishing as a kid


[1.37:10 - 1.37:21]Wants to explore Asia and try camping, but still worries about dampness and discomfort


[1.37:10 - 1.37:21]Speaker's perfect holiday is relaxing in a nice bed and eating good food


[1.37:37 - 1.37:45]Has no interest in vacationing in places that aren't relaxing


[1.38:19 - 1.38:27]Used to go camping and hated it


[1.38:27 - 1.38:38]Mentions the Duke of Edinburgh program and being the only one who wanted to be comfortable while camping


[1.31:00 - 1.38:38]Speaker disliked going on holiday as a kid due to following others' itineraries and uncomfortable living conditions, but now enjoys fishing with friends and wants to explore Asia. However, still worries about discomfort while camping. Prefers relaxing holidays in a nice bed with good food.


[1.38:38 - 1.38:45]Kids brought "dumb shit" to camping trip


[1.38:45 - 1.38:55]Brought a stove and pillow, others try to take it


[1.39:06 - 1.39:12]Woke up covered in dampness, thought it rained, but it was sweat


[1.39:23 - 1.39:32]Sister did higher level of Duke of Edinburgh


[1.39:39 - 1.39:46]Did two days of camping, decided it wasn't for him


[1.40:05 - 1.40:11]Helped teach kids chess at old school


[1.40:24 - 1.40:30]Parents wanted him to do Duke of Edinburgh, he agreed


[1.41:19 - 1.41:26]Wants to go camping in Japan for content


[1.41:41 - 1.41:47]Didn't like camping without amenities like toilet and 4G


[1.43:15 - 1.43:25]Camping in Japan also lacked noise protection


[1.43:25 - 1.43:38]Went camping in Japan and it was commercialized and lacked privacy


[1.44:31 - 1.44:37]Plans to stay in Japan for a while longer before traveling to other countries


[1.44:37 - 1.44:46]Top countries on bucket list: South Korea, Iceland, Mexico, Thailand, Vietnam, Singapore, Malaysia


[1.45:39 - 1.45:54]Wants to travel more around Asia


[1.38:38 - 1.46:02]The speaker discusses their experience on a camping trip with friends, including bringing a stove and pillow, and waking up covered in dampness from sleeping on the ground. They also mention their sister's experience with Duke of Edinburgh and their own brief attempt at it. The speaker expresses a dislike for camping without amenities and plans to stay in Japan for a while before traveling to other countries, including South Korea, Iceland, Mexico, Thailand, Vietnam, Singapore, and Malaysia. They also mention wanting to travel more around Asia and potentially creating a "Trash Taste South Asian" travel series.


[1.46:08 - 1.46:15]Speaker discusses wanting to travel to various places, including Egypt, Australia, and South Africa.


[1.46:15 - 1.46:25]The speaker jokes about not wanting to visit Kenya, but acknowledges their ignorance and would still be open to going.


[1.47:07 - 1.47:13]The speaker mentions the high cost of skiing and snowboarding in Europe, but still wants to do it.


[1.47:13 - 1.47:22]They express a desire to visit Europe more in general.


[1.47:23 - 1.47:29]The speaker talks about COVID times and not being able to travel, and mentions wanting to see their family.


[1.47:43 - 1.47:51]They mention considering staying in Japan for at least two more years.


[1.48:24 - 1.48:37]The speaker talks about the quality of their job and how it has become their career.


[1.49:10 - 1.49:24]They mention the importance of having a separate work space and how it has improved their productivity.


[1.49:48 - 1.50:04]They mention feeling like their job is more real now and not just something they do for fun.


[1.50:35 - 1.50:59]The speaker discusses the mystery and prestige surrounding the anime industry, and how they now see it differently.


[1.51:26 - 1.51:36]They mention how the bar of entry into the industry is lower than they expected and can often just involve being in Japan and knowing someone.


[1.53:09 - 1.53:16]The speaker talks about their previous lack of structure, but now feeling more organized with the help of their agency.


[1.53:29 - 1.53:37]The speaker acknowledges that as long as they don't do anything stupid, they can continue making a living from their job.


[1.46:02 - 1.53:37]The speaker discusses their desire to travel, the impact of COVID on their travel plans, and their current career in the anime industry in Japan. They also mention the importance of having a separate work space and how their job has become more structured with the help of their agency.


[1.54:46 - 1.55:08]Person discussing their career as a YouTuber and the perception of it as a "proper career"


[1.57:35 - 1.57:42]The idea of a "proper career" and the perception of it


[1.57:35 - 1.57:42]Comparison to traditional careers and the idea of job security


[1.57:42 - 1.57:49]Mention of other potential career options and plan Bs


[1.57:58 - 1.58:05]Discussion of the valuable skills learned through YouTube, such as social media, entertainment, and marketing


[1.57:58 - 1.58:05]Realization that skills gained through YouTube are useful and valuable


[1.57:58 - 1.58:05]Comparison to traditional education and the practical application of skills


[1.58:53 - 1.58:59]The struggle of finding a job that is a good fit and the interview process


[1.59:07 - 1.59:13]Lack of traditional job experience before becoming a YouTuber


[1.59:21 - 1.59:27]Mention of having a year or two left in the industry


[1.59:48 - 1.59:54]Personal experience with job interviews and the difficulty of landing a placement in an engineering company


[2.00:14 - 2.00:22]Personal experience with not being smart enough for certain jobs and the desire for honesty


[1.53:37 - 2.00:54]Person discusses their career as a YouTuber, the perception of it as a "proper career", comparison to traditional careers, and the valuable skills learned through YouTube. They also discuss potential career options and the practical application of skills learned, as well as their personal experience with job interviews and the difficulty of landing a placement in an engineering company. They also mention their lack of traditional job experience before becoming a YouTuber.


[2.00:54 - 2.01:02]The speaker did one internship during university while also prioritizing YouTube.


[2.01:20 - 2.01:25]They were approached by a big international company and went through 17 interviews.


[2.01:31 - 2.01:42]They also did some interviews in Japan and LA while staying at Aki's place in Vegas.


[2.01:42 - 2.01:50]The speaker did not get the job, but it was a company they were interested in as a backup plan.


[2.02:08 - 2.02:15]They were genuinely excited about the possibility of getting the job, but the process was stressful.


[2.02:35 - 2.02:47]They were asked if they would have quit YouTube for the job, but it was hard to say at the time.


[2.02:35 - 2.02:47]The speaker realized the stress that comes with the uncertainty of YouTube as a career choice.


[2.04:14 - 2.04:21]They share a story about their first job interview for a missile company.


[2.04:56 - 2.05:05]The speaker failed the interview due to the misunderstanding.


[2.08:29 - 2.08:34]The interview went well until the speaker accidentally drew a girthy penis on the whiteboard.


[2.00:54 - 2.09:01]Overall, the speaker has experienced the stress and uncertainty of building a career on YouTube.


[2.09:01 - 2.09:13]Person talking about being in "the zone"


[2.09:13 - 2.09:18]Started stumbling and forgot everything prepared


[2.09:25 - 2.09:40]Drew a penis in front of two examinees


[2.09:25 - 2.09:40]Failed the test, specifically lacking in technical side


[2.09:40 - 2.09:47]Had a question about how turbines work


[2.09:47 - 2.09:54]Group interviews where two old men ask technical questions like "how do you shit?"


[2.10:13 - 2.10:27]Had video interviews where all you could see is yourself


[2.10:55 - 2.11:01]Asked who biggest engineering inspiration is, struggled to answer


[2.11:55 - 2.12:01]Had to answer questions within a certain time limit


[2.12:02 - 2.12:13]Had group interviews for team building


[2.12:13 - 2.12:32]Paired with a genius who purposely gave false information about the person


[2.14:43 - 2.14:50]Learned a harsh lesson and will never forget


[2.15:04 - 2.15:11]Trash Taste podcast shoutouts


[2.09:01 - 2.15:57]The person talks about being in "the zone" and drawing a penis in front of two examinees during an engineering test. They stumbled and forgot everything they prepared, ultimately failing the test due to lacking technical knowledge. They discuss group and video interviews, including a group interview for team building where they were paired with a genius who purposely gave false information about the person. They end with shoutouts for the Trash Taste podcast and requests for Patreon support and social media follows.