In this episode Chris & Es embrace their inner 90's angsty teen selves and complain about a bunch of stuff that's been on their minds. People who call you dumb things, crappy cover bands, poorly planned parties, rude servers, and more. But don't worry, we still ended it on a high note with shout-outs to the good stuff in life!

Once again we asked AI to summarize this episode, and here's what she had to say:

In this episode, Chris welcomes his first guest and longtime friend Jason to the podcast, and we dive into a nostalgic and entertaining conversation about our friendship, emotions, and music. We discuss the concept of "puppy j," a term that originated from Jason's childhood photos where he often looked melancholic, and share our thoughts on the perfect playlist for specific moments and situations. We also reminisce about our favorite Orange County beaches, explore the art of the breakfast burrito, and delve into the importance of validation and holding space for others. Join us for this heartfelt and humorous journey as we explore our shared past, the power of music, and the connections we make through shared experiences.

She makes us sound very serious and professional, but I promise you...we're not.

Also, Click here for the Mixtape Showdown playlist on Spotify!

If this episode feels extra soft and fresh, that’s probably because we recorded it in the midst of laundry night. We go for a cultural joyride in this episode as we critique mexican restaurants, Chris wonders about nicknames, and we explore how Es caused the deli clerk to get a case of carpel tunnel for no reason. Oh yeah: Es has guidelines for happy hour, so listen up!

On today's episode we talk to former Freshman Class President and current small-talk enthusiast Margie Guiterrez. She's passionate about the "Bay Area" (wherever that is), and skanking, and since she's our first guest on the podcast then she must be worth getting to know! It's important to note that Margie gave us high marks for her experience on the podcast, but we're not sure if that translates to those who are just listening to the podcast. We discuss our high-school vibes, Bay Area slang, and also try out a new segment called "Mixtape Showdown" where we draft the perfect songs for a specific moment. If you'd like to listen to each of our individual Mixtape draft, click below. We'd also love to hear from you which is your favorite. You can vote if you're in Spotify, or you can leave a comment on instagram. 

We ask AI to describe each episode, and here's what she says about Episode 1:

In this podcast episode, Chris and Es introduce themselves and discuss the origins of the podcast's name, "Cone of Silence." They also talk about their experiences with tattoos, including getting wedding tattoos. The conversation is lighthearted and humorous, with the hosts joking about their flaws as drivers and their love for the podcast "Smartless." They also discuss the importance of listening to enough of a podcast to form an opinion on it and tease each other about their voices. The episode ends with the hosts brainstorming a better sign-off for future episodes.