
SuperMegaCast - EP 351: Illegal Haircut


[00:00 - 00:08] Super Mega Cast sponsored by Raycon and Angie


[00:08 - 00:17]Discussion of dupes and how they can save money on similar products


[00:18 - 00:26]Specific dupe for Raycon Wireless Earbuds


[00:52 - 00:58]Introduction to Angie, a service that connects homeowners with professionals for home projects


[01:58 - 02:09]Discussion of fashion and mismatched socks


[03:00 - 03:06]Ryan's observation of Matt's fashion evolution


[03:00 - 03:06]Ryan's own fashion choices and experimentation with appearance


[05:11 - 05:16]Matt's fashion journey and how he started caring about what he wears


[00:00 - 07:11]Clothing is a way to express oneself and can change with age and personal growth.


[07:11 - 07:22]The speaker talks about their mindset when it comes to stepping out of their comfort zone with clothes.


[07:50 - 07:57]The speaker references the show "Queer Eye" and how they imagine the clothes chosen for them would look.


[08:03 - 08:19]They mention that they often stick to comfortable clothing and struggle with trying new styles.


[08:27 - 08:34]They discuss their own body insecurities and how it affects their confidence in choosing clothes.


[08:57 - 09:05]They mention their friend Derek and his own issues with narcissism and self-confidence.


[11:55 - 12:00]The speaker talks about how their own body has changed over time due to working out and a back injury.


[13:07 - 13:13]They mention comparing themselves to how they looked in a previous video shoot and feeling self-conscious about their weight.


[13:07 - 13:13]The speaker brings up their two uncles who passed away in a drone strike.


[07:11 - 14:13]The speaker concludes by mentioning how they might be perceived differently in a different country due to cultural norms and standards.


[14:22 - 14:29] People in Japan judge others harshly based on appearances, especially weight


[14:35 - 14:41]This could be due to a combination of cultural norms and diet


[14:41 - 14:54]There is a saying in Japan about not wanting to stick out and be different


[15:04 - 15:14]Japan is not as extreme as North Korea in terms of body shaming


[16:02 - 16:09]The speakers discuss how they would be perceived in North Korea


[16:48 - 16:56]They talk about the potential consequences and attention they would receive if they were detained in North Korea


[16:57 - 17:06]They mention a previous incident of an American being detained and mistreated in North Korea


[17:16 - 17:21]The hosts joke about going to North Korea for publicity


[19:00 - 19:05]The conversation transitions to a sponsored ad for Mint Mobile


[19:58 - 20:05]The ad is about saving money on wireless plans


[20:55 - 21:05]Another sponsored ad for Raycon wireless earbuds follows


[21:06 - 21:12]The hosts discuss the features and benefits of the earbuds


[21:29 - 21:36]The podcast returns from the ad break and the hosts restart their conversation


[21:29 - 21:36]The conversation turns to a previous incident in which the hosts had to restart recording due to technical difficulties


[21:36 - 21:41]The hosts joke about imagining the audience naked to calm their nerves


[21:42 - 21:47]They briefly discuss the format of the show and the cameras in the studio


[14:14 - 21:47]A comprehensive summary of the conversation is given at the end.


[21:47 - 21:54] Look at camera and welcome back message


[21:54 - 21:59]Reminder to take deep breaths and not rush


[23:27 - 23:32]Excitement for upcoming segment on North Korea facts


[23:50 - 23:59]North Korea has its own timeline and calendar


[25:09 - 25:16]Limited internet access in North Korea


[25:54 - 25:59]North Korea has the world's largest stadium


[27:12 - 27:19]North Korea has their own basketball rules, including bonus points for slam dunks and three-pointers


[27:19 - 27:25]North Korea is often portrayed inaccurately in Western media


[27:26 - 27:33]North Korean leader Kim Jong-il is an avid basketball player


[29:13 - 29:19]North Korea has wood burning cars


[21:47 - 29:26]Overall, North Korea has unique and unusual customs and practices compared to other countries.


[29:27 - 29:35]In the audio, the speakers discuss a list of state-approved haircuts in North Korea.


[30:30 - 30:36]They also mention other societal norms and restrictions in North Korea, such as the ban on blue jeans and the use of human traffic lights.


[31:22 - 31:28]The speakers then talk about North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and his westernized upbringing.


[32:03 - 32:11]They joke about getting a Mao Zedong haircut and discuss Mao Zedong's own unique hairstyle.


[32:44 - 32:59]The conversation turns to other dictators and their individual style choices, including Hitler's mustache and Mao Zedong's hat.


[34:14 - 34:21]They mention George Costanza's lack of hats and continue discussing Mao Zedong's haircut.


[35:30 - 35:36]The speakers then bring up a story about Mao Zedong's mistaken order to kill birds, which led to a famine.


[36:01 - 36:07]They briefly mention the movie "Idiocracy" and its commentary on American society.


[36:41 - 36:46]The audio ends with a comment about people comparing the Trump presidency to the movie "Idiocracy".


[29:27 - 36:46]The speakers discuss various aspects of North Korea, dictator fashion choices, and the movie "Idiocracy".


[36:47 - 37:06] Every election cycle, there is more noise due to the internet and politicians saying and doing stupid things.


[37:06 - 37:13]Politicians now have the capability to say and do whatever they want, whenever they want.


[37:13 - 37:20]The days of only seeing the president on TV for occasional addresses are gone.


[37:21 - 37:32]The current president can have a YouTube channel and tweet whatever he wants.


[37:40 - 37:47]Some suggest having a "YouTuber president" for more relatability.


[38:13 - 38:20]Many presidents have made cameos on TV shows and sketches.


[38:34 - 38:40]The replacement Ellen has improved since the first episode and is doing well.


[39:41 - 39:49]Ellen DeGeneres was replaced by an AI version of herself, which received some backlash.


[39:50 - 39:57]The AI version of Ellen was promoting the new Black Panther movie, causing some confusion with her accent.


[40:41 - 40:48]There is controversy surrounding the use of government funds for Ellen's replacement.


[41:52 - 42:02]The military budget is extremely high, with most of it going towards contractor upcharges.


[42:30 - 42:43]The podcast is sponsored by the Navy and MeUndies.


[43:26 - 43:33]MeUndies has a new sustainably sourced swimwear collection.


[44:15 - 44:22]Get 25% off your first order at MeUndies.com/supermega.


[44:22 - 44:30]BetterHelp is also a sponsor of the podcast.


[36:47 - 44:30]In summary, every election cycle is filled with noise, politicians have more freedom to say and do whatever they want, and there is controversy surrounding the use of government funds for entertainment.


[44:30 - 44:42] The speaker discusses the importance of taking time for oneself and the benefits of therapy.


[44:42 - 45:01]They share a personal story about housing sick crickets and dealing with strong emotions.


[45:02 - 45:10]They found out about therapy and gave it a try.


[45:16 - 45:22]The speaker reflects on their experience and encourages others to try BetterHelp, an online therapy platform.


[45:41 - 45:52]They mention eBay's authenticity guarantee and its benefits for purchasing luxury items.


[48:14 - 48:25]The conversation shifts to a discussion about Patreon and their 18+ content.


[48:58 - 49:04]The speaker's coworker, Jim, interrupts to bring them hot dogs without ketchup.


[51:23 - 51:29]They prank Jim by sending him to buy lottery tickets with his own money.


[52:12 - 52:19]The podcast will continue with an after hours segment and an uncle sleepover segment.


[52:12 - 52:19]The speaker encourages listeners to check out the after hours and uncle sleepover content on their Patreon.


[44:30 - 52:27]Overall, the speaker discusses the importance of self-care and therapy, shares a personal story, and mentions various topics such as BetterHelp, eBay, and Patreon. They also prank their coworker and promote their Patreon content.


[52:28 - 52:34]Treasure chest locked away, need five big greens to open


[52:34 - 52:42]Bonus content available, including backlog and old episodes


[52:42 - 52:48]Complaints about podcast, considering new content ideas


[54:00 - 54:08]Cooking streams and blackjack videos suggested


[54:38 - 54:49]Idea for "Blackjack with Jack Black" video


[55:59 - 56:05]Discussion about potential issues with using blackface


[56:42 - 56:48]Conversation shifts to Tenacious D and Apple Watch


[57:17 - 57:25]Mention of Atlantic hurricane season and potential risks for California


[57:45 - 57:50]Discussion about rare instances of hurricanes crossing over continents


[58:58 - 59:12]Reaction to massive waves on alien ocean planet in movie


[59:12 - 59:18]Concept of "alien planet" discussed


[59:37 - 59:47]Possibility of discovering fossilized microbes on Mars in our lifetime


[59:47 - 59:54]Microbes explained as small, early life forms


[59:54 - 1.00:04]Mention of microcephaly and personal experience with it


[52:28 - 1.00:04]The speaker discusses various topics including bonus content, potential new content for the podcast, and a conversation about hurricanes and alien planets. They also mention the possibility of discovering fossilized microbes on Mars in our lifetime and briefly touch on personal experiences.


[1.00:16 - 1.00:22] Mars had oceans, rivers, and an atmosphere like Earth


[1.00:23 - 1.00:32]There may have been life on Mars and we may find it in the form of fossilized microbes


[1.00:33 - 1.00:51]There could also be life under the ice layers of certain moons in our solar system


[1.02:23 - 1.02:28]Enceladus, a moon with more water than Earth, is shooting water into space and has complex molecules that could support life


[1.05:00 - 1.05:15]The vastness of the universe presents endless possibilities for life and discovery


[1.05:44 - 1.06:03]Life may not be as rare as we think, as there could be millions of intelligent civilizations in just the Milky Way alone


[1.06:03 - 1.06:23]There are billions of galaxies and each planet is special in its own way


[1.07:48 - 1.07:54]There are almost 5,000 planets discovered outside of our solar system, with a couple dozen potentially identical to Earth


[1.00:04 - 1.08:06]Our solar system and the universe hold many potential opportunities for finding life, including on Mars and under the ice layers of certain moons. With billions of galaxies and countless planets, the possibilities for discovery are endless.


[1.08:28 - 1.08:39]Discussion about identifying planets with potential for life using the James Webb Space Telescope


[1.08:48 - 1.09:00]Explanation of biosignatures and how they can indicate the presence of life on other planets


[1.09:41 - 1.09:50]Challenges of communicating with potential extraterrestrial life and limitations of current technology


[1.11:12 - 1.11:20]Speculation about the diversity of life on other planets and the potential for advanced forms of life


[1.11:47 - 1.11:55]Discussion about sending probes to other planets and the challenges of space travel


[1.11:55 - 1.12:00]Excitement about the possibility of discovering other forms of life and the limitations of current technology in exploring other planets


[1.12:29 - 1.12:35]Mention of the collision of the Andromeda galaxy with the Milky Way in the distant future


[1.13:35 - 1.13:57]Explanation of sending probes to Titan, a moon of Saturn, to potentially discover life there


[1.14:09 - 1.14:23]Speculation about the possibility of using wormholes for faster space travel


[1.15:08 - 1.15:24]Mention of the current breakthrough in AI technology


[1.15:08 - 1.15:24]Reference to the mystery of dark matter and its potential role in the universe


[1.15:57 - 1.16:38]Brief mention of a past debate about proof of God in DNA


[1.15:57 - 1.16:38]DNA being compared to computer programming


[1.08:06 - 1.16:38]Discussion of current technology and limitations in identifying potential life on other planets, excitement and speculation about the diversity of life in the universe, challenges of communicating with extraterrestrial life and limitations of space travel, and mention of past debates about the existence of God in DNA.


[1.16:38 - 1.17:01] The speaker discusses the idea of programming in relation to evolution and mentions the possibility of living in a simulation.


[1.17:08 - 1.17:14]They mention reading a book by Dinesh D'Souza and realizing later that it was full of big words and may have been misleading.


[1.17:08 - 1.17:14]The speaker recognizes D'Souza as a convicted criminal and criticizes his use of religion for monetary gain.


[1.18:50 - 1.19:30]They also mention the link between religion and politics, with many religious individuals aligning with the Republican party.


[1.20:09 - 1.20:41]The conversation turns to the idea of companies using the LGBTQ+ community for profit, but also facing potential backlash and safety concerns.


[1.21:21 - 1.21:51]The speaker mentions the possibility of watching a movie about the Clintons for their Patreon show.


[1.22:42 - 1.22:51]They mention the risk of copyright infringement and the importance of the Patreon support for the podcast.


[1.23:12 - 1.23:23]The speaker expresses gratitude for the support of the podcast and acknowledges that they may sometimes come across as bitter.


[1.23:12 - 1.23:23]They end with a message of appreciation for all the support received.


[1.23:41 - 1.23:55]The speaker and their friend are two best friends having a conversation and having fun.


[1.16:38 - 1.24:15]The audio discusses the possibility of programming in relation to evolution and living in a simulation, mentions a book by Dinesh D'Souza and criticism of his use of religion for monetary gain, and explores the link between religion and politics. It also touches on the business use of the LGBTQ+ community, potential plans for a Patreon show, and expresses gratitude for the support of the podcast.