Digest

This podcast episode covers a wide range of topics, from Bert's personal health struggles and encounters with celebrities like John Mayer to his fitness goals and controversial opinions on issues like transgender athletes. The episode begins with Bert sharing his recent health issues, including gastrointestinal problems and an auto-immune condition. He then recounts a humorous encounter with John Mayer at a concert, where they bonded over watches. Bert and Tom then delve into the debate surrounding Pete Rose's potential Hall of Fame induction, arguing that his gambling scandal shouldn't disqualify him. They discuss Rose's accomplishments and the impact of his actions on baseball's popularity. The conversation shifts to a hypothetical Hall of Fame for drug lords, where Bert and Tom discuss the achievements and personalities of notorious figures like Pablo Escobar, El Chapo, and Kun Sa. They explore the complexities of their legacies and the impact of their actions on the drug trade. Bert and Tom then discuss their personal fitness goals, with Bert aiming to improve his body fat percentage and Tom hoping to break 30 minutes in a 5K. They talk about the 1,000 pound club, a fitness challenge involving bench press, squat, and deadlift, and discuss their own lifting capabilities. The episode also touches on the controversy surrounding transgender athletes, with Bert sharing his newfound passion for the Olympics and discussing the misinformation and misrepresentation surrounding a transgender boxer. Bert and Tom then discuss the fluidity of gender and how appearances can be deceiving. They share personal anecdotes about misinterpreting people's genders and the importance of respecting individual identities. The episode concludes with Bert sharing a series of embarrassing stories about his past behavior, including incidents where he acted irrationally and confronted people who he felt had wronged him. He reflects on these experiences and acknowledges the importance of being aware of his flaws and working on them.

Outlines

00:00:00

Bert's Health, John Mayer Encounter, and Pete Rose's Hall of Fame

Bert shares his recent health struggles and recovery, mentioning his gastrointestinal issues and auto-immune condition. He recounts a funny encounter with John Mayer at a concert, where they bonded over watches and Bert's admiration for the musician. Bert and Tom discuss Pete Rose's potential Hall of Fame induction, arguing that his gambling scandal shouldn't disqualify him. They highlight Rose's accomplishments, including being the all-time hit king, and discuss the impact of his actions on baseball's popularity.

00:01:58

Drug Lord Hall of Fame and Kun Sa's Rise and Fall

Bert and Tom imagine a Hall of Fame for drug lords, discussing the achievements and personalities of notorious figures like Pablo Escobar, El Chapo, and Kun Sa. They explore the complexities of their legacies and the impact of their actions on the drug trade. Bert and Tom delve into the life of Kun Sa, the \"Opium King,\" a powerful drug lord who built a vast empire in Southeast Asia. They discuss his rise to power, his involvement in the opium trade, and his eventual surrender and retirement.

00:32:02

Pete Rose's Denial, Goals, and Fitness Challenges

Bert and Tom continue their discussion of Pete Rose, focusing on his denial of involvement in the drug trade and his relentless pursuit of Hall of Fame induction. They reflect on the importance of having goals in life and how they can shape our actions and memories. Bert and Tom discuss their personal fitness goals, with Bert aiming to improve his body fat percentage and Tom hoping to break 30 minutes in a 5K. They talk about the 1,000 pound club, a fitness challenge involving bench press, squat, and deadlift, and discuss their own lifting capabilities.

00:37:27

Stretching, Kettlebells, and the 1,000 Pound Club

Bert expresses his dislike for stretching, preferring warm-up routines like AMRAPs and EMOMs. He also enjoys using kettlebells. They revisit the 1,000 pound club, discussing the specific lifts and the challenge of achieving the goal.

00:38:24

Olympic Obsession, Transgender Athletes, and Gender Fluidity

Bert shares his newfound passion for the Olympics, particularly fencing and archery. He discusses the controversy surrounding a transgender boxer, highlighting the misinformation and misrepresentation surrounding the issue. Bert and Tom discuss the fluidity of gender and how appearances can be deceiving. They share personal anecdotes about misinterpreting people's genders and the importance of respecting individual identities.

00:45:08

The 1,000 Pound Club and Fatalburg's Achievement

Bert and his friends discuss the 1,000 pound club, a challenge involving a combined weight of 1,000 pounds across squat, bench press, and deadlift. Bert reveals he can't squat 400 pounds and questions his ability to even squat 300 pounds. They discuss Fatalburg's achievement of the 1,000 pound club and the difficulty of the challenge. Bert and his friends analyze Fatalburg's 1,000 pound club achievement. They speculate on his individual lifts, with Bert believing Fatalburg's squat was around 375 pounds and his deadlift was around 385 pounds. They discuss the importance of technique in deadlifts and the impressive strength of those who can pull heavy weights.

00:55:34

Bert's Fitness Journey and Costco Plans

Bert discusses his current fitness routine, revealing he's shifted away from weightlifting and towards cardio. He explains his motivation for this change, stating he gets bored with weightlifting and wants to focus on getting leaner. Bert mentions Joe Rogan's upcoming special and his plans for the day, which include a bottle signing at Costco and a visit to a bar. He jokes about his desire to change his life but acknowledges his Saturday plans might not reflect that goal.

00:57:10

Bert's "Karen" Moments and Defense

Bert clarifies that the pool he's shown in the video is his parents' pool, not his own. He jokes about slowly poisoning his parents' soup so he can inherit the pool. Bert and his friends discuss Leanne's list of times when Bert has reacted irrationally to perceived unfair treatment. They share anecdotes about Bert's \"Karen\" moments, including an incident at a girls' fashion show where he confronted a woman who told him to stop drinking. Bert defends his actions, arguing that he's not always the villain in these situations. He recounts an incident where he was asked to show his pass at an arena, despite being the artist performing that night. He expresses frustration with being treated disrespectfully by security personnel, particularly white men.

01:05:38

Gaslighting, Costco Plans, and Bert's "Karen" Philosophy

Bert's friends accuse him of being gaslighted by Leanne, who often downplays his experiences. Bert jokes about his desire to confront someone at Costco, referencing a previous incident where he was denied access to film at the store. Bert explains his philosophy on confronting people who treat him unfairly. He believes it's his duty as a white male to call out injustice and challenge those in positions of power. He acknowledges that his approach isn't always pretty but believes it's necessary to stand up for himself and others.

01:06:48

Embarrassing Stories and Reflections

Bert recounts an incident at Red Rocks where a security guard denied him access backstage, despite him having performed there the night before. He emphasizes that he understands the guard was just doing her job but still felt the need to confront her. He then shares a story about almost killing a guy in a restaurant and checking out of the hotel to avoid him. Bert shares a story about following actor Devon Sowa to the bathroom after his friends bullied him at a bar. He describes the encounter as a moment of irrational anger and admits he was embarrassed by his behavior. Bert recounts a particularly embarrassing incident where he got into a heated argument with friends about the straight to DVD business model. He describes his behavior as wildly out of control and admits to being cornered by his friends, who knew he couldn't defend himself while drunk. Bert shares another embarrassing story about a jet ski incident with his wife, Christina. He got into an argument with her about which jet ski they were using, despite having recently purchased a new one. He admits to losing his mind and leaving Christina behind, only to have his jet ski sink shortly after. Bert recounts a camping trip where he baited fishing hooks for the kids while his husband, Leanne, slept in the cabin. Leanne confronted him for emasculating him by baiting the hooks, leading to a fight about gender roles and the importance of being present for their children.

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Q&A

• What health issues has Bert been dealing with recently?

  Bert has been struggling with gastrointestinal issues and an auto-immune condition, but he has been recovering well.

• Why does Bert believe Pete Rose should be in the Hall of Fame?

  Bert argues that Rose's gambling scandal shouldn't disqualify him from the Hall of Fame, highlighting his accomplishments as the all-time hit king and the impact of his actions on baseball's popularity.

• Who are some of the most notorious drug lords in history, according to Bert and Tom?

  Bert and Tom discuss Pablo Escobar, El Chapo, and Kun Sa, exploring their achievements, personalities, and the complexities of their legacies.

• What is the 1,000 pound club, and what are Bert and Tom's goals in relation to it?

  The 1,000 pound club is a fitness challenge involving bench press, squat, and deadlift. Bert aims to improve his body fat percentage, while Tom hopes to break 30 minutes in a 5K.

• What is the controversy surrounding transgender athletes, and how does Bert feel about it?

  Bert discusses the misinformation and misrepresentation surrounding a transgender boxer, highlighting the importance of respecting individual identities and avoiding harmful stereotypes.

• What is gender fluidity, and how does it relate to Bert and Tom's discussion?

  Gender fluidity is the concept that gender is not fixed or binary, but rather a spectrum of identities and expressions. Bert and Tom share personal anecdotes about misinterpreting people's genders and the importance of respecting individual identities.

• What are some of Bert's \"Karen\" moments and how does he justify his behavior?

  Bert has a history of reacting irrationally to perceived unfair treatment, often confronting those he feels have wronged him. He justifies his behavior by arguing that he's not always the villain and that it's important to stand up for himself and others.

• What is gaslighting and how does it relate to Bert's experiences?

  Gaslighting is a form of psychological manipulation where someone makes you question your own sanity. Bert's friends believe he's being gaslighted by Leanne, who often downplays his experiences and makes him feel like he's overreacting.

• What is the significance of Bert's story about following Devon Sowa to the bathroom?

  This story highlights Bert's tendency to act irrationally when he feels wronged. He admits to being embarrassed by his behavior and acknowledges that it's important to be aware of these tendencies and work on them.

Show Notes