The Kids ARE NOT OK |Episode # 214
Summary
Hosts Foots, Rex, and Jen Glizzy discuss their favorite National Lampoon Vacation movies and the decline of Chevy Chase's career. They transition to horror, analyzing Pet Sematary and the impact of 80s horror tropes like gratuitous nudity on their daughters. The conversation also covers their podcast's strong Spotify performance, the appeal of jazz music, and a humorous anecdote about a daughter's conflicting birthday wish list.
Topics discussed
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Intro and greeting the guests
Discussion on the new show intro
Chevy Chase and Christmas Vacation analysis
Watching Pet Cemetery with their daughter
Stephen King adaptations and horror tropes
Nostalgia for 80s horror and drugs
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Childhood movie viewing rules and Criminal Minds
Banter about Barney Bell and Spotify stats
Spotify consumption hours and revenue
Discussion on jazz music appreciation
Twins' birthday and gift wish lists
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Sound effects and jazz transgression
Transition to the 6-year-old shooting incident
Debate on punishing the 6-year-old shooter
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Rehabilitation vs. incarceration for the child
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Resource allocation and statistical evidence
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Listener comments and show name banter
Outro and platform recommendations
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