We Made It Weird #262
Summary
Pete Holmes and Valerie Paxton discuss tour dates, AI-generated fake news, and the etymology of the word "Trump." They perform an extended, humorous riff on Donald Trump, imagining him as a healed, gay man obsessed with Sega handhelds and Beyoncé. The episode also touches on comedy as adult play, the fear of cancellation, and personal anecdotes about relationships and food.
Topics discussed
Intro, Largo tour announcement, and SimpliSafe ad
Frito Bandito, fake news, and hotel tips
The '30 Days Hath September' rhyme and variations
Trump, Putin, and the etymology of 'Trump card'
Covfefe, Bay of Pigs, and sponsor ads
Drumpf name change, witches, and Wheel of Fortune
SNL performance, Sega Game Gear, and Sonic
Beyonce lyrics, drawers vs panties, and threats
Step Brothers quote and Houdini water tank magic
Validation, affairs, and the pronunciation of sauerkraut
Handwriting, childhood journals, and Chicken Soup for the Soul
Reading a teenage journal entry about a Christian retreat
Church leadership, colonialism, and giving a sermon
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