Connor Wood on Hospitalization, Stand-Up Comedy, and the 'What Are You Nuts?!' Podcast
Josh PeckMay 20, 202453 min27,636 views
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- 🎤 Connor Wood discusses his recent stand-up tour and the crowd work involved.
- 🍻 He recounts being hospitalized in college after drinking punch at a formal event, leading to a $5,000 ambulance bill and a subsequent arrest warrant for evading arrest.
- 🤠 Growing up in Austin, Texas, he shares anecdotes about his upbringing and moving to LA.
Fitness and Supplement Regimens
- 🏃 Connor enjoys running and has recently started lifting weights, though he's not seeing the aesthetic results he desires.
- 🥤 He details his supplement routine, including AG1, protein, creatine, and colostrum (cow's breast milk), mixed with fruits.
- ❄️ The discussion touches on cold plunging and the trend of influencers seeking unique wellness practices.
The Rise and Dangers of Scooters
- 🛴 The conversation delves into the prevalence and dangers of electric scooters like Bird, with multiple anecdotes of accidents and injuries.
- 🚲 In contrast, Citi Bikes are presented as a safer alternative, though still risky in city traffic.
- ⚖️ Connor shares his past experience working at Bird, highlighting the company's legal battles and focus on legal and government relations.
Podcast Naming and Content
- 🎙️ Connor discusses the naming of his podcast, "Brooke and Connor Make a Podcast," and how it evolved from a placeholder to a permanent title.
- 💡 He notes that their Patreon episodes are often more popular than their main episodes due to a more relaxed, unscripted format.
- 💬 The hosts discuss the appeal of unscripted, conversational content, contrasting it with more produced shows.
The Tom Brady Roast and Celebrity Culture
- 🎭 The Tom Brady Roast is discussed, with particular attention to Kim Kardashian's reception and the alleged editing of audience boos by Netflix.
- 🎤 Nikki Glaser is highlighted as a standout performer, setting a high bar for the other comedians.
- 🤷 The hosts question the necessity of after-parties and the appeal of celebrity events, preferring a more low-key approach.
'What Are You Nuts?!' - Weekly Gripes
- 🚽 Ben shares a "woody nut" moment about teachers denying bathroom breaks to young students.
- 🙅 Connor's gripe is about people hanging outside stores with clipboards, soliciting donations or signatures.
- ✈️ The hosts discuss airport annoyances, including people standing too close to baggage claim conveyor belts and the inefficiency of checked baggage.
- ☕ An airport hack is shared: getting coffee from a restaurant instead of a dedicated coffee shop to avoid lines.
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