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2 Bears, 1 Cave with Tom Segura & Bert Kreischer

Hosted by Bert Kreischer

1h 10m
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Tom Segura and Bert Kreischer discuss social media algorithms, aging, and the controversies surrounding recent entertainment news. The hosts explore how internet content shapes emotional states, sharing divergent views on viral videos, public executions, and sports legends like Michael Jordan. They also examine the recent SiriusXM programming shift that replaced Raw Dog Radio with Sebastian Maniscalco Radio, sparking debates about comic royalties, podcasting culture, and whether comedians need a union. Throughout the episode, the two blend absurd personal anecdotes with reflections on family, career milestones, and physical insecurities.

  • Recognize that shifting comedy platforms from satellite radio to podcasts and social media clips has directly impacted traditional royalty streams for many working comics. 32:36
  • Understand that professional athletes like Michael Jordan often left massive cultural impacts through sheer dominance, inspiring countless verified stories of legendary competitiveness. 53:12
  • Reflect on how quickly children grow up, as emphasized by comparisons between archival career milestones and passing family moments. 50:24

Chapters

  1. 0:00
    Show Intro and Host Greeting

    Tom Segura and Bert Kreischer open the episode with a brief intro and a quick greeting to listeners.

  2. 0:44
    Bert Introduces Himself and Tour Plans

    Bert Kreischer announces his upcoming world tour and shares details about his current tour stop in Philadelphia.

  3. 2:34
    Black Horse Racing in Mississippi

    The hosts dive into a niche subculture of black horse racing in Mississippi, exploring its community and cultural significance.

  4. 6:45
    Fort Hood Shooter Livestream Debate

    The conversation turns to the controversial livestream of the Fort Hood shooter’s execution, debating its morality and public reaction.

  5. 16:25
    Horse Riding Story and Physicality

    Bert recounts his passion for horse riding, describing the intense connection and exhilaration he feels while sprinting on a horse.

  6. 26:23
    Sirius XM Sebastian Maniscalco Drama

    Bert explains the transition from Raw Dog Radio to Sebastian Maniscalco Radio and the resulting backlash from New York comics.

  7. 29:39
    Product Advertisements and Sponsorships

    The episode includes several product plugs, including Manscaped, Shopify, and other sponsors, interspersed with comedic commentary.

  8. 39:24
    Union Efforts and Industry Frustration

    The hosts discuss the formation of a comics union, the challenges faced, and the broader industry frustrations with Sirius XM’s programming changes.

  9. 49:07
    Finding Lost Championship Rings

    The hosts discuss a story about a man discovering his championship rings and medals hidden in a safe while moving.

  10. 50:50
    Reflecting on Childhood Memories

    The conversation shifts to reminiscing about the value of childhood moments and the loss of those memories.

  11. 53:06
    Athlete Storytelling and Legends

    They dive into favorite athlete stories, highlighting Michael Jordan, Shaq, and other sports legends.

  12. 56:15
    Sports Legends and Their Impact

    The hosts compare legendary players across sports, discussing their dominance and cultural influence.

Highlights

  • 2:48

    Internet Algorithms and Bizarre Contentinsight

    The guest explains how specific viral videos, ranging from hood horse racing in Mississippi to meth-induced dreaming, strangely boost his mood and make him feel connected.

  • 16:19

    Debating Public Executions Onlinedebate

    The hosts debate the upcoming livestreamed firing squad execution of the Fort Hood shooter, comparing primal societal reactions to historical events like the French Reign of Terror.

  • 16:22

    The Thrill of Sprinting on Horsesstory

    The guest describes the adrenaline rush of riding a horse at full gallop, comparing the symbiotic physical connection to great sex and a natural high.

  • 26:17

    SiriusXM and Sebastian Maniscalco Radiodata

    The hosts break down the recent industry backlash after SiriusXM replaced Raw Dog Radio with Sebastian Maniscalco Radio, cutting off income streams for hundreds of New York comics.

  • 47:42

    Michael Jordan Losing Championship Ringsstory

    The guest shares an unbelievable anecdote about Michael Jordan moving houses, discovering a forgotten safe, and finding misplaced championship rings and gold medals inside.

  • 53:44

    The Chamillionaire and Michael Jordan Storystory

    The host recounts a famous interaction where Michael Jordan aggressively demanded twenty-five thousand dollars from the rapper Chamillionaire to sign a jersey.

  • 1:00:05

    Dominance of Historic NFL Running Backsinsight

    The hosts compare legendary running backs like Walter Payton and Barry Sanders, highlighting how Sanders consistently made multiple professional defenders miss in inexplicable ways.

Quotes

  • “I just used your fucking headshot.”
    Bert Kreischer · 1:13
  • “It's almost like great sex.”
    Bert Kreischer · 16:57
  • “I think it's a very primal feeling for Americans or for people to want to see negative things happen to other people to make themselves feel better about who they are.”
    Bert Kreischer · 10:58
  • “I want my kids to have them.”
    Bert Kreischer · 49:18
  • “And I miss them introducing me to Taylor Swift.”
    Bert Kreischer · 50:53
  • “I love when they tell stories. You ever hear the story about Super Crip?”
    Bert Kreischer · 56:15
  • “I think you get, you started off with hair transplants.”
    Bert Kreischer · 1:05:55
  • Manscaped 29:39–31:08
  • Shopify 31:00–32:19

About this episode

SPONSORS: If your revenues are at least in the seven figures, get our free business guide, Aligning for the Agentic Era: How AI Is Changing Everyday Work, at https://netsuite.com/BEARS. Start your free online visit today at http://hims.com/bears for personalized care-from hair to ED to weight loss and more. Thanks to MANSCAPED® for sponsoring today’s episode! Get The Lawn Mower® Ultra Gen 6 for 15% OFF + Free Shipping with code BEARS at https://Manscaped.com! Sign up for your free Shopify trial at https://shopify.com/bears This week on 2 Bears, 1 Cave, Tom Segura and Bert Kreischer check in from the road, with Tom in Atlanta and Bert in Philly on his Permission to Party World Tour. The Bears debate whether they'll watch the Pentagon's livestreamed firing squad execution of the Fort Hood shooter, then dig into the SiriusXM Raw Dog Radio shakeup that had comics coming after Sebastian Maniscalco, and how one video turned into Bert starting a comedians union (Leanne is handling it). From there, Bert swears he'll die with his beard, finally tells Tom about the shot in Bad Thoughts season two he can't believe made the cut, and gets fired up over hood horse racing in Mississippi. Plus: Mike Ditka's one-take steakhouse commercial, Michael Jordan finding his lost championship rings in a forgotten safe, Chamillionaire's $25,000 autograph, Barry Sanders and The Fridge, and Tom getting pitched hair transplants. 2 Bears, 1 Cave Ep. 343 https://tomsegura.com/tour https://www.bertbertbert.com/tour https://store.ymhstudios.com Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:06:15 - Should You Watch The Fort Hood Shooter's Execution? 00:12:14 - Black Horse Racing & Sprinting On A Horse 00:19:31 - Bert Will Die With This Beard & The Bad Thoughts Shot 00:24:52 - SiriusXM, Raw Dog Radio, & The Sebastian Maniscalco Backlash 00:35:19 - Bert's Comedians Union 00:41:25 - Spam Calls & Mike Ditka's One-Take Commercial 00:46:34 - Michael Jordan's Lost Championship Rings 00:56:52 - Barry Sanders, The Fridge, & Elway's Two-Minute Drill 01:03:07 - Tommy Time & Wrap Up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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