What do a one-armed man applauding, a fishing boat catching a U.S. submarine, and AI replacing your job all have in common?

This episode.

Ryan kicks things off with some of the wildest headlines of the week—insurance fraud, bizarre political takes, and a troll who really misunderstood applause.

Then it’s on to the serious stuff: the AI revolution.

• Will artificial intelligence kill your job—or make life better?

• Can humans adapt fast enough?

• Is AI helpful, or are we just training the thing that’s going to replace us?

It’s equal parts hilarious and unsettling—just how we like it.

Chapters:

00:00 - Butthurt Comments & Intro Banter
00:24 - One-Armed Applause & Headline Mayhem
01:10 - Social Media Sensitivity Rant
04:24 - Biden & Russia: Update & Commentary
07:57 - Fishermen Catch… a U.S. Submarine?!
10:26 - Boston Trolley Insurance Scam & More
13:53 - AI Revolution: Where It’s All Headed
33:49 - AI Pros, Cons & Human Purpose
41:10 - Final Thoughts & Future Freakouts

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Is Biden pushing us closer to World War III—or just playing politics?

In this episode, Ryan dives into the U.S.’s controversial decision to let Ukraine strike Russia with American missiles. Are we risking global war to make a point? And what does Putin do next?

Also in the mix:

• Butthurt Comment of the Week: Abortion edition

• Guest canceled from a rec league for appearing on this show

• Arson, assault, and a neighbor dispute that turns unhinged

• Italy bottles “vacation feelings” (yes, really)

• Four Californians caught committing bear-related insurance fraud—with video

It’s war, wine, and weaponized trolls. Just another Stay in the Gray.

Chapters:

00:00 - Daytime Energy & Show Kickoff
00:40 - Headline That Slipped Through Editing
04:03 - Abortion Reel Fallout & Audience Blowback
10:42 - Guest Gets Canceled Over Appearance
14:56 - Wild Stories: Arson, Bottled Air, Bear Fraud
22:13 - Biden’s Ukraine Strike Authorization
31:38 - Wrap-Up & “Be the Attitude Carrier” Quote

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What do Civil War ghosts, angry NFL brothers, and a 107-year-old internet icon with a horn growing out of her head have in common?

They’re all in this episode.

Ryan covers:

• Jason Kelce’s viral phone-smashing moment after slurs about Travis & Taylor

• A haunted Alabama coffee shop that may or may not have ghost bootprints

• Chen, a 107-year-old woman from China going viral with… something growing out of her skull

• Plus: food poisoning in Wisconsin, a YouTuber soccer stunt gone sideways, and political analysis from Rogan’s recent Trump and JD Vance interviews

It’s weird. It’s real. And it all somehow connects.

Chapters:

01:03 - Frustration with U.S. Election Systems
01:54 - Wild Headlines You Can’t Make Up
03:43 - Haunted Coffee Shop & Civil War Bootprints
05:55 - Wisconsin Food Poisoning Incident
07:39 - 107-Year-Old Viral Star with a Horn
09:14 - YouTuber’s Soccer Field Stunt
12:06 - Jason Kelce Smashes a Heckler’s Phone
19:45 - Rogan, Trump, JD Vance & Political Fire
32:19 - Final Thoughts & End Quote

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Trump wins—and the meltdown begins.

In this solo episode, Ryan breaks down the aftermath of the election with zero filters. From the left’s outrage to the reasons behind Trump’s support, this is a full-bodied rant on America’s political temperature.

Also covered:

• “My Body, My Choice” hypocrisy and backlash

• Foreign policy pressure: Trump vs. Zelensky, Hamas, and ceasefire drama

• The MAGA hat: free expression or hate symbol?

• The real cost of woke overreach, media gaslighting, and why division keeps deepening

• A personal story, a public apology, and a quote worth sitting with

Chapters:

00:00 - Election Fallout & Missing Co-Host
00:42 - Trump Victory Reactions & Liberal Rage
02:20 - Body Autonomy Debates & Double Standards
04:55 - Social Media’s Role in the Chaos
08:50 - Trump, Zelensky & Foreign Policy Moves
12:10 - Misconceptions, Misquotes & Clarifications
25:23 - Why America Feels So Divided
34:52 - Final Thoughts, Apology & Closing Quote

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This is it — the final episode featuring Trey as co-host after a long run from Episode 1 to now. In this special Election Day release, Ryan and Trey tackle personality vs. policy, political backlash, and one of the weirdest lineups of news stories yet.

Covered in this episode:

• Ryan’s chaotic early voting experience

• Trey’s take on the Netherlands’ law funding intimacy for disabled citizens

• A federal gun shop raid that reveals something bizarre

• Viewer rage over a Trump vs. Kamala clip

• And yes… haunted houses, strict hugging rules in New Zealand, and an orca incident at SeaWorld

Main Debate:
Are we voting for likability or leadership?
Nick Bosa's MAGA hat, Kamala's pass from critics, and the fine line between free speech and public shaming.

Trey reveals who he voted for — and Ryan closes out with a message about false narratives, division, and the stories we tell ourselves on Election Day.

Chapters:

00:00 Intro & Election Day Vibes
00:28 Early Voting Experiences
03:36 Netherlands’ Intimacy Funding Policy
07:00 Federal Gun Shop Raid
07:24 Butthurt Comments: Abortion & Misquotes
10:47 Haunted House Horror Challenge
13:48 Airport Goodbye Hug Limits
15:54 SeaWorld’s Killer Whale Surprise
18:08 MAGA Hat Drama: Nick Bosa’s Backlash
28:13 Personality vs. Policy Debate
38:48 Public Tension, Expression & Fear
41:44 Trump’s Strategy vs. Kamala’s Absences
48:30 Rogan, Media Influence & Final Choices
51:44 Could We See a Civil War?
01:04:35 Trey’s Final Vote & Post-Election Thoughts
01:08:50 Final Farewell to Trey & End Quote

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Born into a cult. Married in Hawaii. Abandoned in Japan. Pregnant, healing, and now telling all.

In this powerful episode, Ryan and Trey sit down with Liv Parsons, who shares the untold truth behind her childhood inside the Geelong Revival Centre and the emotional fallout that followed. From her family’s escape to the recent death of cult leader Noel Hollins, Liv exposes stories that have remained hidden—until now.

You’ll hear:

• The impact of infidelity, addiction, and a near-death moment

• Liv’s unexpected pregnancy and decision to start over in Australia

• Honest takes on abortion, autonomy, and what it means to truly rebuild

• Plus: a dirty “Would You Rather,” drug-laced pizza stories, and Australia’s wild wildlife predictions

This episode is unfiltered, emotional, and impossible to forget.

Chapters:

00:00 - Clap Sync Chaos
00:47 - Liv Returns: Round Two
02:01 - Pregnancy Reveal
03:18 - Pizza, Cocaine & Rock Bottom
06:29 - Life Recap: Cult to Collapse
14:22 - Erotic Food: Would You Rather
20:11 - Abortion Debate & Bodily Autonomy
37:14 - Liv’s Pregnancy Journey Begins
44:58 - Planning the Move to Australia
45:32 - Cultural Clashes & Family Dynamics
46:22 - Inside the Cult: Geelong Revival Centre
49:54 - Abuse, Control & Hidden Trauma
52:35 - The Cult Leader’s Death & New Exposures
01:05:52 - Legal Battles & Seeking Justice
01:16:07 - New Life Chapter: Dogs, Baby & Freedom
01:28:33 - Final Thoughts & Oxygen vs. Negativity

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Cultural appropriation? Blackface? Sexy nun costumes? In this episode, Ryan and Trey break down the most controversial Halloween costumes of the year—and ask the question no one else will: Is everyone just looking to be offended?

We cover:

• Outrage over COVID-themed and “social justice warrior” costumes

• The never-ending cultural appropriation debate

• “Parent-approved” vs. “cancel-me-now” Halloween outfits

But we’re not done.

This week’s hot news round-up includes:
👉 A woman suing Samsung for exactly what you think
👉 A 78-year-old man with a medical condition that’ll make you flinch
👉 Ballot box fires and election fraud concerns heating up
👉 One woman’s 35-year raccoon regret
👉 A Qantas flight gone off the rails
👉 And a heated abortion law debate that (of course) turns political

Come for the chaos, stay for the sarcasm—and if you dressed up as something “problematic” this year, this one’s for you.

📌 Chapters:
00:00 – Opening Banter and Debate Recap
00:33 – Political Debate and Voting Discussion
02:30 – Samsung Lawsuit and Humorous Headlines
05:47 – Social Media Frustrations and Trolls
12:09 – Raccoon Invasion and Airline Mishap
18:06 – Three Penises and Abortion Debate
33:55 – Halloween Costumes and Popular Trends
38:10 – Popular Culture References
40:10 – Controversial Halloween Costumes
55:41 – Cultural Appropriation Debate
1:08:02 – Final Thoughts and Conclusion

Forget Biden vs. Trump—this is the real debate.
In this episode, Ryan and Trey take the stage for an Alternative Presidential Debate covering everything the mainstream media won't touch without a script and a panic button.

From climate change and gun control to abortion, immigration, and foreign aid, they lay it all out—with zero talking points, zero filters, and plenty of disagreement.

But first… the headlines are unhinged:

• A 19-year-old TikToker engaged to a 76-year-old billionaire—and they’re having a baby

• A brain-dead organ donor wakes up in surgery 🤯

• Bologna smuggling at the southern border (you read that right)

• A plane door falls off mid-flight, sparking an existential crisis on the ground

• One woman accidentally enters a tree-hugging championship and now she’s training for Finland

• And an Arizona man is jailed for… being a foot creep

🔥 Plus:
Ryan responds to critics of his Kamala Harris take with a few clown emojis of his own.

🚨 Main Debate Topics Include:

• Climate change: transition or pipe dream?

• Gun control vs. mental health failures

• Universal healthcare or privatized reform?

• Late-term abortion and state vs. federal control

• Border chaos and immigration reality

• Should we keep funding NATO freeloaders?

It all ends with a simple question: Is Donald Trump really the establishment? Ryan says no. Trey’s not so sure.

📌 Chapters:
00:00 – Introduction and Excitement
00:33 – Announcing the Debate
00:58 – Debate Rules and Expectations
02:42 – Trey's Headline: TikToker's Unusual Engagement
06:14 – Matt's Headline: Lightning Strikes Twice
06:46 – Butthurt Comments and Kamala Harris Interview
13:26 – Organ Donor Horror Story
19:00 – Quick News: Bologna Smuggling and Plane Door Mishap
23:47 – Odd News: Car Theft and Foot Fetish
26:54 – Tree Hugging Competition
29:18 – Discussing Family Dynamics and Tree Hugging
31:14 – Introducing the Special Presidential Debate
32:24 – Technical Difficulties and Caller Issues
36:36 – Debating Climate Change Policies
44:45 – Public Safety and Gun Control Debate
54:22 – Healthcare and Education Policies
58:35 – Prescription Drug Price Regulation
01:05:21 – Abortion and Personal Experiences
01:08:55 – Medical Decisions and Late-Term Abortion
01:10:29 – Women's Autonomy and Abortion Debate
01:11:53 – Gray Areas in Abortion Laws
01:15:19 – Political Stances on Abortion
01:17:41 – State vs. Federal Control on Abortion
01:27:37 – Immigration and Border Control
01:35:42 – Foreign Affairs and National Priorities
01:45:53 – Final Thoughts and Election Priorities

Former campus cop Drew is back—and this time, nothing’s off limits.
From college bar brawls to wild traffic stops and high-drama arrests, Ryan, Trey, and Drew dig into the raw, funny, and sometimes absurd reality of policing young adults.

🔔 Big News: Drew just launched an Emergency Response Training (ERT) company specializing in CPR, threat response, and hands-on emergency skills.

Then it’s on to the stories:
🚨 A stoned girl accuses Drew of stealing her kids and persecuting Native Americans for 300 years
🚨 The bar fight that made Drew hate the smell of weed forever
🚨 Flirting college girls trying to dodge arrests—did it work?

🔥 Hot Topics Covered:

• Defund the Police movement: Overdue reform or overblown outrage?

• Drew’s firsthand take on Derek Chauvin and the George Floyd case

• Do cops really get addicted to power? Drew’s first traffic stop says a lot.

• Would Trey make a decent cop? Ryan’s not convinced.

Plus, Ryan closes out the episode with a quote that lands like a punchline—and Trey finds three different ways to interpret it.

📌 Chapters:
00:00 – Introduction and Company Background
01:05 – Exciting Announcement: New Medical Training Company
01:40 – Understanding Emergency Response Training
06:28 – Personal Stories from a Former Police Officer
20:37 – Defund the Police Movement Discussion
26:47 – George Floyd Incident Analysis
29:36 – Debating the George Floyd Case
30:11 – Legal Definitions and Charges
30:38 – Premeditation and Law Enforcement
31:06 – Eyewitness Accounts and Public Reaction
31:59 – Police Accountability and Public Perception
33:43 – Personal Experiences in Law Enforcement
38:48 – The Reality of Police Work
43:15 – Final Thoughts and Reflections

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From school shootings to self-amputation on mushrooms, this episode goes from bizarre to brutally real—and back again.

Ryan and Trey sit down with Drew Rothenberger, a school security officer and founder of Shield Security, for an unfiltered conversation about protecting students in a country where headlines keep getting darker.

🚨 Topics include:

• Why school shootings have increased since Columbine

• The mental health crisis no one wants to solve

• Should teachers carry guns?

• How to spot behavioral red flags before tragedy strikes

But it’s not all serious...

🔥 HEADLINES:

• A man cuts off his own body part while high on mushrooms

• A suspected double homicide that’s still unfolding

• Viewer backlash over Trump leads to a fiery debate between Ryan and Trey

• “Would You Rather: Dirty Edition” leaves Drew both exposed and promoted

🎤 Guest Spotlight:
Drew shares how Shield Security PLLC protects schools and events, plus how his podcast The Lion’s Share is helping reshape how people think about stress, recovery, and readiness in high-stakes jobs.

🎧 Listen to Drew’s show:
The Lion’s Share on Spotify
The Lion’s Share on YouTube
Shield Security PLLC

📢 Stay tuned for Drew’s major announcement in Part 2!

📌 Chapters:
00:00 – Introduction and Icebreaker
00:41 – Guest Introduction: Meet Drew
01:31 – Stay in the Gray: Headlines
04:05 – Butthurt Comments Segment
11:07 – Would You Rather: Dirty Version
21:21 – Serious Talk: School Security
27:11 – The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health
28:30 – The Role of Counselors in Schools
29:54 – Security Measures in Schools
37:18 – Debate on Arming Teachers
41:58 – Introduction to Shield Security
44:36 – Challenges in the Security Business
49:21 – The Lion's Share Podcast
51:31 – Conclusion and Final Thoughts