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This episode of the Adam Carolla Show features comedian Scott Seas and journalist Jared Klickstein, who shares insights into the homeless experience. The episode begins with a discussion of Scott Seas' viral videos, which feature humorous scenarios based on everyday customer service interactions. The hosts explore the reasons behind the videos' popularity and the strange nature of viral content. The conversation then shifts to a Baywatch documentary, where Adam Corolla points out the oddity of the character Mitch's son being named Hobie, a name associated with catamarans and surf shops. He questions whether this was an intentional Easter egg or a coincidence. The episode reveals that Jeremy Jackson, a former Baywatch star, confessed in the documentary to sniffing the bathing suits of his female co-stars, including Pam Anderson, Carmen Electra, and Nicole Eggert. The hosts discuss the absurdity of this confession and the reactions of those involved. Scott Seas discusses his upcoming book "The Customer is Always Wrong," which draws inspiration from his viral videos and explores the frustrations of working in retail. He shares anecdotes about his own experiences in customer service and the absurdity of some customer interactions. The episode also reveals that the Baywatch cast was paid significantly less than the cast of Friends, despite the show's global success. Adam Corolla discusses the unfairness of the residuals system in television, where actors receive ongoing payments for their work while those who built the sets or worked behind the scenes receive nothing. The conversation then turns to a discussion about the Baywatch documentary and Jeremy Jackson's confession of sniffing women's bikini bottoms. The speakers debate the timeline of Jackson's sniffing, with one speaker arguing that he started sniffing at age 10 and another arguing that he started at age 13. They also discuss the documentary's portrayal of Jackson's behavior and the potential impact of his actions on his co-stars. The conversation shifts to a discussion about homelessness and drug addiction. The guest, Jared Klicksign, shares his personal experience with homelessness and drug addiction, arguing that the root cause of homelessness is not simply a lack of affordable housing but also drug addiction and mental illness. He criticizes politicians who attribute homelessness solely to housing costs, arguing that they are ignoring the real issues. The conversation delves into the topic of meth addiction and its prevalence on Skid Row. The guest explains that the price of meth has dropped significantly in recent years, making it more accessible and fueling the addiction crisis. He also discusses the role of gangs in the drug trade, arguing that they are increasingly involved in all aspects of underground commerce, including the distribution of meth and other drugs. The conversation returns to the topic of homelessness and its root causes. The speakers discuss a study by University of Washington researcher Greg Holburn that suggests that the primary cause of homelessness is not addiction or mental illness but rather a lack of affordable housing. They criticize the progressive agenda for its failure to address the housing crisis and its tendency to blame capitalism for social problems.

Outlines

00:00:00

Introduction and Guest Introduction

The episode introduces comedian Scott Seas and journalist Jared Klickstein, who shares insights into the homeless experience.

00:01:42

Viral Videos, Mundane Humor, and the Baywatch Documentary

Adam Corolla discusses Scott Seas' viral videos, which feature humorous scenarios based on everyday customer service interactions. They explore the reasons behind the videos' popularity and the strange nature of viral content. The conversation then shifts to a Baywatch documentary, where Adam Corolla points out the oddity of the character Mitch's son being named Hobie, a name associated with catamarans and surf shops. He questions whether this was an intentional Easter egg or a coincidence.

00:21:25

Jeremy Jackson's Confession and Scott Seas' Book

The episode reveals that Jeremy Jackson, a former Baywatch star, confessed in the documentary to sniffing the bathing suits of his female co-stars, including Pam Anderson, Carmen Electra, and Nicole Eggert. The hosts discuss the absurdity of this confession and the reactions of those involved. Scott Seas discusses his upcoming book "The Customer is Always Wrong," which draws inspiration from his viral videos and explores the frustrations of working in retail. He shares anecdotes about his own experiences in customer service and the absurdity of some customer interactions.

00:48:48

Customer Service Horror Stories, Baywatch Cast's Low Pay, and "My So-Called Life"

Scott Seas shares his experiences working in customer service, highlighting the challenges and frustrations of dealing with difficult customers. He discusses the phenomenon of customers blaming retail workers for the store's policies and the absurdity of the "self-checkout" experience. The episode also reveals that the Baywatch cast was paid significantly less than the cast of Friends, despite the show's global success. Adam Corolla discusses the unfairness of the residuals system in television, where actors receive ongoing payments for their work while those who built the sets or worked behind the scenes receive nothing. The episode discusses the creator of the television show "My So-Called Life" and her admission that she drew inspiration from the radio show "Love Line," hosted by Adam Corolla and Dr. Drew Pinsky. The hosts discuss the irony of the show's creator acknowledging the influence of "Love Line" while not mentioning Adam Corolla specifically.

01:00:06

Lizzo's Gap Year, Fat Shaming, and Sexual Harassment Suit

The episode discusses Lizzo's announcement of a gap year to focus on her mental well-being. The hosts discuss the potential for fat shaming in the context of Lizzo's weight loss and the broader societal debate surrounding body image and acceptance. The episode touches on the sexual harassment lawsuit against Lizzo and the alleged incidents involving dildos and bananas. The hosts discuss the absurdity of "Road Rules" and the lack of rules on the road, drawing a comparison to the Dave Matthews Band's infamous bus incident.

01:05:47

The Fat Doctor, Thin White Chicken, and Nevada Politician Sentenced to Life in Prison

The conversation starts with a discussion about a female doctor's tweet that sparked controversy. The doctor's message, which advocated for body positivity and normalization of being overweight, was met with criticism, particularly from those who believe that being overweight is unhealthy. The speakers discuss the doctor's message and the broader issue of healthism, the idea that being healthy is a moral imperative. The conversation shifts to a news story about a former Nevada politician who was sentenced to life in prison for killing a journalist. The politician was found guilty of stabbing the journalist after the journalist exposed corruption in his office. The speakers discuss the case and the justice system, including the concept of time served and parole eligibility.

01:15:15

Jeremy Jackson's Sniffing and the Baywatch Documentary

The conversation turns to a discussion about the Baywatch documentary and Jeremy Jackson's confession of sniffing women's bikini bottoms. The speakers debate the timeline of Jackson's sniffing, with one speaker arguing that he started sniffing at age 10 and another arguing that he started at age 13. They also discuss the documentary's portrayal of Jackson's behavior and the potential impact of his actions on his co-stars.

01:20:54

Homelessness, Drugs, and the American Dream

The conversation shifts to a discussion about homelessness and drug addiction. The guest, Jared Klicksign, shares his personal experience with homelessness and drug addiction, arguing that the root cause of homelessness is not simply a lack of affordable housing but also drug addiction and mental illness. He criticizes politicians who attribute homelessness solely to housing costs, arguing that they are ignoring the real issues.

01:43:13

The Rise of Cheap Meth and the Gangs of Skid Row

The conversation delves into the topic of meth addiction and its prevalence on Skid Row. The guest explains that the price of meth has dropped significantly in recent years, making it more accessible and fueling the addiction crisis. He also discusses the role of gangs in the drug trade, arguing that they are increasingly involved in all aspects of underground commerce, including the distribution of meth and other drugs.

01:56:11

The Housing Market Failure and the Progressive Agenda

The conversation returns to the topic of homelessness and its root causes. The speakers discuss a study by University of Washington researcher Greg Holburn that suggests that the primary cause of homelessness is not addiction or mental illness but rather a lack of affordable housing. They criticize the progressive agenda for its failure to address the housing crisis and its tendency to blame capitalism for social problems.

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Q&A

• What are some of the reasons why Scott Seas' viral videos are so popular?

  The videos are popular because they are relatable, funny, and capture the absurdity of everyday customer service interactions. They resonate with people who have experienced similar frustrations in their own lives.

• Why does Adam Corolla find the name "Hobie" for Mitch's son in the Baywatch documentary so strange?

  Adam Corolla finds it strange because "Hobie" is a name associated with catamarans and surf shops, and he questions whether this was an intentional Easter egg or a coincidence. He believes it's unlikely that someone would name their son after a type of boat.

• What is Jeremy Jackson's confession in the Baywatch documentary, and how do the hosts react to it?

  Jeremy Jackson confesses to sniffing the bathing suits of his female co-stars, including Pam Anderson, Carmen Electra, and Nicole Eggert. The hosts find this confession absurd and discuss the reactions of those involved, including Nicole Eggert's response.

• What is the main theme of Scott Seas' book "The Customer is Always Wrong"?

  The book explores the frustrations of working in retail and draws inspiration from Scott Seas' viral videos. It features anecdotes about his own experiences in customer service and the absurdity of some customer interactions.

• What is the "self-checkout" phenomenon, and why does Scott Seas find it frustrating?

  The "self-checkout" phenomenon refers to customers blaming retail workers for the store's policies and procedures, even when they are using self-checkout. Scott Seas finds this frustrating because it places the responsibility on the worker for something they have no control over.

• What is Adam Corolla's argument against the residuals system in television?

  Adam Corolla argues that the residuals system is unfair because actors receive ongoing payments for their work while those who built the sets or worked behind the scenes receive nothing. He believes that everyone who contributed to a project should be compensated fairly.

• How does the creator of "My So-Called Life" acknowledge the influence of "Love Line" in an interview?

  The creator of "My So-Called Life" acknowledges the influence of "Love Line" by mentioning the show and Dr. Drew Pinsky, but she doesn't mention Adam Corolla specifically. This is ironic, as Adam Corolla was a co-host of "Love Line."

• What is the guest's personal experience with homelessness and drug addiction?

  The guest, Jared Klicksign, was homeless and addicted to drugs for several years. He lived on Skid Row in Los Angeles and experienced firsthand the challenges of homelessness and the prevalence of drug addiction among the homeless population.

• What is the guest's view on the role of gangs in the homelessness crisis?

  The guest believes that gangs are increasingly involved in all aspects of underground commerce, including the distribution of drugs and other goods. He argues that gangs are profiting from the homelessness crisis by providing drugs and other services to homeless people.

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