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The Fighter and The Kid Episode 495: Abbot Kinney, Whiskey, and Tour Dates

The Fighter and The KidSeptember 23, 20191h 25min233,188 views
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Abbot Kinney and Venice Beach

  • 💡 The conversation touches on the unique atmosphere of Abbot Kinney Boulevard and its contrast with mainstream commercialization.
  • ☕ Discussions include reminiscing about specific coffee shops like Intelligentsia and the quality of their seasonal teas.
  • ⚠️ A stark contrast is drawn between the charming aspects of Venice and the growing issues of homelessness and drug addiction in the area.

Travel and Tour Plans

  • ✈️ Brendan Schaub details his extensive upcoming international comedy tour, including dates in the UK, Ireland, Sweden, and Amsterdam.
  • 🤝 Bryan Callen expresses interest in joining Schaub for the European leg of the tour, highlighting shared enthusiasm for the destinations.
  • 🎤 Both hosts discuss their current comedy grind, writing new material, and performing at various clubs.

Whiskey and Health

  • 🥃 A significant portion of the discussion revolves around rare and aged whiskeys, with detailed descriptions of specific bottles and tasting notes.
  • 🧠 The hosts touch upon health and wellness, mentioning products like Onnit's Alpha Brain and Whoop for fitness tracking and optimization.
  • 🚭 The topic of nicotine use and smoking habits is explored, with personal anecdotes and reflections on its long-term effects.

Social Commentary and Current Events

  • 📰 The episode touches on various news items, including a mother reporting her son for a planned school shooting and the legality of sending unsolicited nude photos.
  • 🌐 The hosts react to a viral video of a six-year-old girl arrested for battery and discuss the role of law enforcement with minors.
  • 📱 Instagram's new policy restricting under-18s from seeing body enhancement product ads is discussed as a positive step.

Comedy and Personal Anecdotes

  • 😂 The hosts delve into the world of stand-up comedy, discussing fellow comedians like Dennis Leary, Bill Hicks, and Bobby Lee.
  • 🎭 Personal stories are shared, including an anecdote about a girlfriend's encounter in Amsterdam with a man of legendary proportions and a discussion about ketamine use.
  • 🐶 The conversation shifts to animals, with mentions of lemurs, orangutans, bison, and quokkas, and the hosts express a desire for unique pets.

Podcast and Friendship

  • 🤝 The enduring nature of their podcast, The Fighter and The Kid, is celebrated, emphasizing the importance of friendship and support.
  • 👟 Discussions include personal items like Golden Goose shoes and the ongoing battle with plantar fasciitis.
  • 🎤 The episode concludes with a look at upcoming tour dates and a mention of new Advocating Fight Club hoodies.
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Abbot KinneyVenice BeachHomelessnessDrug AddictionComedy TourWhiskeyOnnitWhoopNicotineSchool ShootingUnsolicited NudesStand-up ComedyKetamineQuokkaPlantar Fasciitis
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