The xmas special episode drops on Dec 24th

Jon and Kevin explore themes of personal narrative, reality vs. perception, and the impact of trauma. They discuss the film Joker, analysing its reception and thematic elements relating to societal alienation and mental health. They further discuss the challenges of maintaining authenticity in the age of social media and AI alongside personal anecdotes and reflections on mortality and ageing. Finally, they examine the evolving nature of creative expression and the artist's relationship with their audience in a digital world.

Jon and Kevin outsourced an experiment in AI creation to the AI podcast show - Deep Dive to discuss and review their episode "Farage Island" to summarise more concisely their human ramblings.

Kevin and Jon examine how social media shapes our identities, transforming authenticity into curated online personas. Drawing on Debord’s Society of the Spectacle, they critique society’s shift toward consuming images over real experiences, with tourism as a prime example. They discuss the “weaponization of language” and the chilling effects of cancel culture on open dialogue, especially around issues like racism and trans rights. Kevin introduces "prolificity" as a new identity construct, where people meticulously maintain online façades to appear genuine. The episode highlights the dangers of confirmation bias and the importance of independent thinking, as Jon and Kevin share personal stories of seeking purpose beyond societal pressures, encouraging listeners to question norms and cultivate critical perspectives.

Jon and Kevin discuss Disney as Weyland Yutani, neverending Star Wars, the UK riots and their echo chambers, Lacan on lack, loss and petit object A, US election, cocaine smuggling, Woody Allen and getting cancelled.

Kevin and Jon discuss their recent returns to the UK, Trump's assassination attempt, the UK election, Stockport riots and bob a job.

Jon and Kevin discuss stress testing democracy to check out resilience, US Civil War, the Brat Pack, speaking another language and more NFTs.

Kevin and Jon discuss living abroad, wabi sabi, The Clangers, Baby Reindeer and Star Wars amongst many other things.

Jon and Kevin discuss investments in cryptocurrencies and NFTs, selling photos as NFTs and the financial implications. Lots of casual conversation from personal anecdotes to discussions on technology and finance.

Kevin and Jon discuss imminent death, AI scriptwriting and dystopian futures.