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The couches are crowded, the takes are loud, and the stakes feel real. We open with election-night bravado about “free” everything and pull it apart piece by piece—what gets promised on the trail, what survives the legislature, and how the bill eventually lands on your doorstep. From the whiplash marijuana rollout and gray-market branding to sudden enforcement sweeps and lopsided licenses, we map how policy-by-slogan breeds confusion, not trust.

Then we zoom into city life under pressure—religious practice in public space, eruv boundaries, and what happens when shared streets meet competing rituals. It’s messy, sometimes crass, always candid. We ask the harder questions policymakers dodge: who decides the sound of a neighborhood, how do we balance respect with common rules, and why do leaders announce programs without the operations to run them? Along the way, we follow the money: county stopgaps for food insecurity, subsidy timing, and the quiet reality that reimbursements don’t stock shelves.

The lens widens to power and competence. Are modern politicians trained to govern or to campaign? We argue for receipts over rhetoric and explain why elite networks shape policy long before a bill gets drafted. Then we rocket into tech: Elon Musk’s pay saga, shareholder votes, and the strange dance with regulators; SpaceX contracts and Starlink’s burn-and-refresh satellite model; and the looming fact that AI data centers demand nuclear-scale power and oceans of cooling. Innovation doesn’t float above the grid—it sits on it, hot and hungry.

We close where the ground is muddy and honest: farms capturing methane to power themselves because the incentives line up. That’s the blueprint cities need—clear constraints, priced trade-offs, visible outcomes. If you’re tired of vague promises and want the math, the mess, and the humor, press play. Then tell us what you think, subscribe for more, and drop a review so we can keep this couch loud and useful.

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Episode 19 — “We Should’ve Been Arrested for This Halloween”

A rusty cold open quickly spirals into a full-blown nostalgia trip — back when “Halloween mischief” meant snowball ambushes, bikes that actually went places, and mailbox baseball that occasionally hit back. From there, the crimes get dumber: stolen flamingos, sporked lawns, and karma so real it’s why some of us don’t decorate anymore. It’s comedy, confession, and community service all rolled into one.

Then things get weird. We argue whether the ocean or space would kill us slower, talk about sonar giving whales anxiety, and somehow end up debating alien physics because a space rock didn’t follow the rules. Curiosity turns into chaos as we spiral into missile tests, Starlink hacks, and why Space Force sounds like a Call of Duty DLC.

Culture sneaks in between laughs — White House makeovers, third-term rumors, and the irony of applying for citizenship in countries with actual kings. We even go full true-crime hipster with an Ed Gein binge and question how far “fascination” can go before it’s just creepy.

And just when it couldn’t get dumber, we confess the ultimate tragedy: our fried SD card that nuked half a season. It’s the perfect metaphor for this show — hilarious, messy, and somehow still alive.

If you love bad decisions, conspiracy tangents, and the kind of storytelling that starts with “we probably shouldn’t say this…,” this one’s for you.

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EPISODE 18 – “Pizza, Politics, and Puerto Rico”

Get ready to laugh, cringe, and maybe even learn something (but no promises) as Doug, Ryan, Angelo, and special guest Garrett the Pizza Guy dive headfirst into the world’s hottest topics—with zero filter and zero regard for polite society.

It all starts with a wild tale of a Puerto Rican beach escapade, but quickly spirals into debates about immigration policy, gender identity, and why Uncle Sam can’t stop swiping the national credit card. The guys chop up California’s political glow-up, wonder if tomboys are extinct, and ask the real question: is anyone in D.C. actually doing math?

One minute you’re laughing at a pizza joke, the next you’re questioning your entire worldview. But hey, that’s the magic of four friends talking shit—where the takes are hot, the laughs are hotter, and the debt ceiling is somehow still rising.

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Doug and Ryan explore how major corporations are increasingly controlling our devices through software limitations while charging extra for features already built into products we've purchased.

• Tesla builds cars with hardware for heated seats and premium audio but charges extra to "activate" them
• Verizon "deprioritizes" phone calls for customers who don't upgrade plans, creating artificial service problems
• The Fast and Furious franchise may have killed car culture rather than inspiring it
• Dangerous trends like street takeovers and subway surfing are claiming young lives
• Zombie survival tactics include securing ports and forming boat fleets rather than barricading in buildings
• The Right to Repair movement faces new challenges as cars become increasingly software-defined
• Elon Musk's ventures beyond Tesla include military applications through SpaceX, robotics, and Neuralink

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Two friends relaxing on the couches take you on a wild conversational journey that defies categorization. With Angelo absent, Doug and Ryan explore the fascinating implications of Elon Musk's political pivot and how it might affect Tesla's customer base. They thoughtfully analyze how vehicle preferences often align with political identities—conservatives gravitating toward traditional American trucks while Tesla's futuristic aesthetic appeals to a different demographic.

The conversation flows organically into nostalgic territory as they reminisce about car culture's evolution through iconic film franchises. From the original Fast and Furious to classics like Dukes of Hazzard and Smokey and the Bandit, they trace how automotive entertainment has shaped generations of enthusiasts. This leads to a critical examination of dangerous modern trends like street takeovers and subway surfing, balancing humor with genuine concern about thrill-seeking behaviors.

Perhaps the most entertaining segment emerges when they debate zombie apocalypse survival strategies. Their unexpectedly detailed plan involving securing ports and assembling a fleet of boats demonstrates creative problem-solving skills that are both absurd and strangely practical. The hosts' natural chemistry shines through their rapid transitions between topics—from the Marx Brothers' comedy legacy to the frustrating business model of Tesla selling cars with artificially disabled features that require additional payment to activate.

Throughout this rambling yet engaging episode, Doug and Ryan showcase their ability to find humor and insight in unlikely places. Their authentic, unfiltered conversation style creates an intimate listening experience that feels like joining friends for an evening of thought-provoking banter. Whether debating the ethics of subscription-based services or pondering hypothetical fight scenarios, they maintain a conversational warmth that keeps you invested in even the most outlandish discussions. Ready to join this unpredictable conversation? Hit play and see where these wandering minds take you next.

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Welcome to the raw, unfiltered world of Talking Shit, where hosts Doug, Ryan, and Angelo leave nothing off the table. This episode takes you on a wild ride through the strangest corners of American culture and controversy, all with the brutal honesty you won't hear anywhere else.

The conversation kicks off with a look at how technology has transformed our attention spans and educational environments, with schools now implementing phone-locking pouches to keep students focused. But that's just the warm-up. Before long, we're diving deep into the unexpected world of professional RC car racing, where drivers can earn six figures and command serious sponsorships in a subculture most people don't even know exists.

Things take a turn toward the explicit as we share our most memorable (and sometimes regrettable) strip club experiences. From aerial performers who could rival Cirque du Soleil to awkward encounters with dancers who probably should have been at home with their newborns, these stories provide a hilariously candid look at adult entertainment from the customer's perspective.

We don't shy away from heavier topics either, tackling immigration history, cultural assimilation, and the complex dynamics of race in America. Our discussion on the Tiger King phenomenon examines America's strange relationship with exotic animals and the larger-than-life personalities who collect them. We even wade into political waters with unfiltered commentary on figures like Andrew Tate and the inequities in justice systems worldwide.

Throughout it all, we maintain our signature style: completely uncensored, occasionally offensive, but always authentic. This is conversation without the safety net – the kind you might have with your closest friends when nobody's watching.

Ready to hear what people really think when the filters come off? Subscribe, leave a review, and join us again next week for more unfiltered takes on everything worth talking about – and plenty that probably isn't.

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Cancel culture has dramatically altered the landscape of humor, conversation, and social interaction—but at what cost? In this raw, unfiltered episode, we explore how seemingly innocuous jokes now receive scrutiny that would have been unimaginable just a decade ago. 

The conversation takes a deep dive into the fascinating internal conflict brewing within the LGBTQ+ movement. We examine how some lesbian, gay, and bisexual individuals are beginning to distance themselves from the transgender and queer components, suggesting that the T and Q have potentially compromised broader acceptance by "taking it too far." This discussion reveals the complex nature of identity politics and raises important questions about coalition movements representing groups with sometimes competing interests.

Our hosts share personal anecdotes about navigating this new social landscape, from awkward interactions in restaurants to the experience of trying to explain today's social norms to previous generations. The genuine confusion many feel when traditional humor suddenly becomes taboo highlights a significant cultural shift happening in real-time around us.

We also tackle youth sports culture, technology's influence on our worldviews, and even the supernatural—from haunted Teslas to the psychology behind why some people believe in ghosts. The conversation weaves through American food culture, with a particularly passionate debate about what constitutes authentic pizza versus the franchise variations that dominate middle America.

Whether you're feeling alienated by today's hyper-sensitive climate or trying to understand why certain language has fallen out of favor, this episode offers perspectives that challenge conventional thinking and encourage genuine dialogue. Join us for this thought-provoking conversation that proves nothing is off-limits when you're Talking Shit.

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Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) Are Digging Up More Than Just Bureaucratic Bones

Elon Musk’s latest side quest—leading the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)—is exposing government waste so absurd it makes a $10,000 Pentagon toilet seat look like a bargain. Among the greatest hits: Social Security checks being sent to people between the ages of 100 and 189 (spoiler: many of them are long dead), and a retirement system that processes paperwork based on how many envelopes can fit inside an elevator. (Yes, that’s a real thing. No, we don’t know why.)

Meanwhile, Trump’s second term is moving at breakneck speed, leaving bureaucrats scrambling like interns on coffee runs. Judges are trying to block reforms by filing petitions so fast they’ve basically created taxpayer-funded "no-show jobs" for themselves. Ironically, while entire programs are being slashed, DOGE has already saved American taxpayers billions—directly contradicting critics who insist the only way to fix the budget is to make billionaires cry.

And speaking of questionable financial decisions, let’s talk about energy. Turns out, OPEC still has the world by the gas nozzle, and America's previous strategy of selling off its oil reserves to keep gas prices low is now costing taxpayers dearly. Who could’ve guessed that selling oil cheap and then having to buy it back at a premium wasn’t the best plan? (Oh, right—literally everyone with a calculator.)

We also dive into the chaos of campaign finance, the government’s questionable environmental priorities, and the ever-worsening game of “Will Social Security Even Exist When I Retire?” Trump’s idea of eliminating taxes on Social Security income might help, but unless bigger changes happen, seniors may soon have to choose between groceries and heating. No pressure, though!

Will America enter the "golden age" Trump promised, or are we on track for another season of Government Waste: The Reality Show? Stick around as we continue exposing the greatest hits of bureaucratic blunders, corruption, and tax-funded nonsense. Subscribe now—because laughing is better than crying.

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Buckle up, degenerates! In this episode of Talking Shit, we break down the Super Bowl—the plays, the halftime show, and whether that final call was worse than your ex’s life choices. Then, we take a hard pivot into world chaos with the latest on the Ukraine-Russia war—because nothing says “fun podcast” like global conflict!

But the real insanity? Government spending. We dig into the DOGE program (no, not the meme coin, sadly) and some of the most ridiculous ways your tax dollars are getting torched—like research on what legally counts as a sandwich (spoiler: Congress has thoughts).

It’s a wild ride of sports, war, and WTF moments—so grab a drink, lower your expectations, and let’s talk some shit.

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 This week on Talking Shit with Doug, Ryan, and Angelo, we dive into a whirlwind of topics! From Trump’s executive orders to the debate over freedom of speech in England, we unpack the week's hottest political stories. We also break down the bizarre moment when Elon Musk made a gesture that had everyone talking—was it a Roman salute or a Nazi salute? Plus, we discuss the odd duo of Rosie O'Donnell and Tom McDonald creating a rap, and the latest from Trump’s travels in North Carolina and Los Angeles. We also touch on Mitch McConnell’s dramatic vote on the Secretary of Defense and Vice President Vance saving the day. Oh, and don’t miss our take on the Amish rallying for Trump over farming regulations and the controversial world of GMOs. It's a chaotic, entertaining ride—tune in! 

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