Caleb Pressley | This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von #686

Smartphone Surveillance [00:01:08]

• The guest describes an unsettling experience where his iPhone's camera seemed to follow him through a shower, highlighting Apple's Center Stage feature.
• The discussion touches on how technology is constantly observing and tracking users.

  "The screens are just... They're on, first of all, all the time."

Political Misinformation [00:03:00]

• The conversation shifts to the bizarre claims made by politicians, specifically Senator Tommy Tuberville's assertion that airline pilots and flight attendants are part of the furry community.
• The guest expresses disbelief and frustration at the baseless nature of such claims, questioning the source and relevance.

  "Lord help us. It's terrifying when you think about this."

The Rise of Influencers [00:06:50]

• The hosts discuss the phenomenon of people being influencers without others realizing it, using the example of a girl who is a "backflip taxi bitch."
• They reflect on how common it is now to be asked to film or photograph strangers for social media content.

  "I was eating in New York City the other day, and I was looking out the window on the street, and a girl was doing, like, one of those man-on-the-street interviews that you see all the time on social media."

The "Word Escrow" Concept [00:02:19]

• The guest proposes a "word escrow" system where one can deposit potentially offensive statements to be reviewed before delivery, likening it to a mediator.
• This concept is suggested as a tool for couples to navigate difficult conversations.

  "Well, whatever you're going to say, you tell somebody else first."

Glinny Balls and Personal Journeys [00:04:00]

• The conversation touches on Glinny Balls, Caleb's co-host, and his significant weight loss journey.
• They mention Andrew Huberman's intervention with Glinny, highlighting Glinny's dedication to his health and social media presence.

  "Glinny's doing... Glinny's looking great, and he's lost, oh, my God, so much weight."

The Nature of Old Age [00:15:00]

• The guest shares his observations from living in a retirement community, categorizing old people into two types: extremely happy or extremely grumpy.
• He theorizes that this dichotomy stems from a lifetime of small decisions that shape one's outlook.

  "There's two types of old people. Okay. There's super happy, the most happy people you've ever met in your life."

Chica Cheetah Tequila [00:18:30]

• The discussion shifts to a peanut butter tequila brand called "Chica Cheetah," with taglines like "It's not penis, brother. It's peanut butter."
• They discuss the challenges of marketing and the brand's surprising success, nearing its millionth bottle sold.

  "It's not penis, brother. It's peanut butter."

Sports Fandom and NIL [00:29:00]

• The hosts debate the nature of sports fandom, questioning whether it's acceptable to switch allegiances.
• They touch upon the impact of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals on college football and the potential for players to transfer for NIL opportunities.

  "Why can't I be just a fan of whatever? Like, that's the weird thing about being a fan."

The Furry Community Controversy [00:37:00]

• The conversation returns to Tommy Tuberville's unfounded claims about airline personnel being furries.
• The hosts find the senator's assertions absurd and a distraction from more pressing issues.

  "Many airline pilots, flight attendants, and air traffic controllers are part of the furry community."

Circumcision and Autism Debate [00:45:00]

• The discussion delves into a controversial claim by RFK Jr. and Donald Trump linking circumcision to autism.
• They examine studies and expert opinions, highlighting the lack of definitive evidence and the potential influence of Tylenol.

  "There's also just, there's many, many other confirmation studies."

The DJ Debut at Stagecoach [01:05:00]

• The hosts recount their unexpected DJ set at Diplo's honky-tonk during Stagecoach festival.
• Despite their lack of DJing experience, they describe the overwhelming crowd and the fun, albeit chaotic, experience.

  "And right as we walk out, I'm like, oh, fuck, we got to go back, right?"

The "Tonkin' Honkies" Performance [01:07:00]

• The guest describes the surreal experience of performing a DJ set with Caleb, including crowd surfing and unexpected moments like Sydney Sweeney appearing on stage.
• They admit to not knowing how to DJ and relying on a pre-made set, but emphasize the fun and electric atmosphere.

  "We're doing like all this Tom and Jerry shit. Like we're doing anything to kill time."

The "Man" Ranking [01:17:00]

• The hosts engage in a lighthearted debate about who they consider "the man" right now, alive and relevant.
• Mike Tyson, Tyler Shuck, and Sean Shiroff are mentioned, with a discussion on the impact of recruiting versus transfers in college sports.

  "Who do you have in your top three The Man rankings? Right now."

Lane Kiffin's Coaching Style [01:25:00]

• The conversation turns to Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin, discussing his public persona and coaching strategies.
• They question whether his focus on himself is sustainable or beneficial for his team.

  "Lane loves Lane. Lane knows he loves Lane."

The Future of Human Emotion [01:35:00]

• The hosts ponder the future of human emotion, speculating whether society might evolve beyond feelings.
• They discuss the potential for autism to become a survival mechanism in a future devoid of emotional pain.

  "Maybe we all become—maybe autism becomes something that we all need to survive in a new existence."

The "Zoo Meat" Apocalypse Scenario [01:45:00]

• The discussion takes a dark turn, imagining a future where grocery stores are empty and zoos become the last source of food.
• They humorously speculate about what exotic meats people might resort to eating, including "parrot wings" and "baby calamari."

  "When the S hits the F, bro, when the shit hits the fan or when the Nick Shirley hits the Somalians, whatever euphemism you like to use, right?"

Historical Digestion Experiments [01:55:00]

• The guest shares a historical anecdote about Alexis St. Martin, a man with a permanent opening to his stomach, and Dr. William Beaumont's experiments on digestion.
• They question the ethical implications of the experiments and the nature of the relationship between St. Martin and Beaumont.

  "He did something that sounds made up. He tied pieces of food to a string and lowered it down into his stomach."

The Stoke Shoe Company [02:05:00]

• The guest introduces his new shoe company, "Stoke," which specializes in shoes for wide feet.
• He shares statistics about the prevalence of wide feet among men and emphasizes the comfort and quality of the shoes.

  "75% of men in America have wide feet."