COVID-19 Diagnosis and Symptoms

• 🦠 Brendan Schaub confirms he has coronavirus after experiencing achy symptoms since Tuesday.
• 💡 He notes that while he is feeling mostly fine and even worked out, he acknowledges that most people, especially older individuals or those with underlying conditions, are not fine and may require hospitalization.
• ⚠️ Both Brendan and Bryan acknowledge their irresponsible behavior during recent Texas shows, including lack of social distancing and sharing equipment, which likely contributed to the spread.
• 😷 Brendan emphasizes his commitment to quarantining and not wanting to spread the virus further.

Personal Experiences and Health Discussions

• 👃 A prominent symptom for Brendan has been the loss of taste and smell, making food unappealing.
• 🏃‍♂️ Despite feeling mild symptoms, Brendan has been active, working out and even building a new bike, attributing his energy to good health.
• 💉 The conversation touches on IV treatments and NAD drips, with Brendan expressing skepticism about their necessity for mild cases.
• 🩺 Both hosts discuss their doctors' advice, highlighting the variability of COVID-19 symptoms and the importance of individual health status.

"The Tax Collector" Movie and Shia LaBeouf

• 🎬 The trailer for "The Tax Collector," featuring Brendan in a cameo, is discussed.
• 🎭 Brendan describes his experience on set, highlighting Shia LaBeouf's intense commitment to his roles, including getting a real tattoo and removing a tooth for authenticity.
• 🌟 LaBeouf's dedication is praised, with mentions of his work in films like "Fury," "Honey Boy," and "The Peanut Butter Falcon."
• 🎤 Brendan contrasts the demanding process of serious acting with his preference for stand-up comedy and podcasting.

Societal and Political Commentary

• 🏈 The NFL's consideration of COVID waivers for fans to attend games is discussed, emphasizing individual risk assessment.
• 💰 A debate ensues about capitalism vs. socialism, with arguments against high taxes and the role of government in wealth redistribution.
• 👮‍♂️ The idea of unarmed social workers responding to non-violent crimes is explored as a potential de-escalation strategy, contrasting with traditional policing.
• 📰 News stories about a backward swastika on a Little Caesars pizza (initially a Buddhist symbol), a Master's degree in Ninja Studies in Japan, and a police officer slapping a woman at an airport are briefly covered.

Personal Reflections and Future Plans

• ✈️ Brendan recounts feeling unwell during a flight, which he initially attributed to travel but later realized might have been early COVID symptoms.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Concerns about visiting family due to potential COVID-19 transmission are expressed.
• 🎙️ The hosts discuss the challenges of remote podcasting via Zoom and express a desire to return to the studio once cleared.
• 📅 Upcoming tour dates and new merchandise for "The Fighter and The Kid" are mentioned.