Fat Tommy Vs Skinny Tom | 2 Bears, 1 Cave
2 Bears, 1 Cave with Tom Segura & Bert Kreischer
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In this episode, the hosts reflect on their physical transformations, body image perceptions, and how their attitudes toward weight have shifted over the years. They dive into an eccentric array of historical trivia and true crime documentaries, discussing figures like patient zero of the AIDS epidemic and the pricing economics of the Concorde jet. The conversation also explores aging, midlife crises, and the mechanics of storytelling, contrasting how stories morph when retold by different people. Through it all, the discussion highlights the absurdities of human behavior and the value of self-awareness brought on by sobriety and aging.
- The Concorde airline managed to turn a profit by raising ticket prices after discovering through a survey that wealthy business clients assumed the flight cost far more than it actually did. 19:07
- A Whoop fitness tracker can help monitor health improvements, as a drop in resting heart rate and improved sleep consistency often accompany a healthier lifestyle and sobriety. 57:27
Chapters
- 0:00Intro and Uniform Banter
Tom and Bert kick off the episode with light‑hearted chatter about comedian uniforms and their shared style.
- 0:52Fat Tom vs. Skinny Tom Transformation
The hosts dive into Tom’s personal journey from a custom “fat guy” shirt to a leaner look, highlighting the shift in self‑image.
- 9:38AIDS Patient Zero Documentary Story
Tom recounts watching a documentary on patient zero, weaving in personal family history and the stigma surrounding AIDS.
- 29:00Mental Health Sponsorship and BetterHelp
The episode features a sponsorship break for BetterHelp, with Tom discussing his own therapy journey and the importance of seeking help.
- 30:00Body Positivity and Lindy West Influence
Tom shares how Lindy West’s article shaped his acceptance of his body and the broader conversation around fat shaming.
- 47:05Midlife Crisis Reflections
Tom reflects on his midlife crisis, the evolution of his career, and what happiness means to him now.
- 49:58Closing Thoughts and Takeaways
Tom wraps up the episode with final musings on life choices, happiness, and the value of staying present.
- 50:41Therapy Talk About Bad Ideas
Tom and Bert discuss a therapy session where they joke about absurd ideas, including a Holocaust reference and a flight attendant scenario.
- 51:17Dream House Conversation
The hosts share how they started exchanging dream house ideas, leading to a deeper conversation about living locations and personal preferences.
- 53:20Happiness vs. Contentment Debate
Tom and Bert debate the difference between happiness and contentment, with Tom embracing indulgence and Bert noting the energy from creative work.
- 54:00Midlife Crisis YouTube Video
Tom mentions a YouTube video about a midlife crisis that sparked a discussion about happiness and life choices.
- 57:09Resting Heart Rate Revelation
Tom reveals his resting heart rate journey, from a high 79 to a low 50s, and discusses health checks and the impact of sobriety and exercise.
Highlights
- 2:30
Never Embarrassed By Body Fatinsight
The guest explains that during the period when he was at his heaviest, he never had body insecurities and viewed his heavy physique simply as what he looked like.
- 6:29
Weight Loss And Facial Changesinsight
The hosts discuss how losing weight alters facial features, noting that people previously accused the guest of getting lip injections when it was just face fat disappearing.
- 10:47
The guest breaks down the history of patient zero in the AIDS epidemic, explaining how a misunderstanding of a label referring to a case out of California created a historical misconception.
- 18:18
Pricing Strategy Of The Concordestrategy
The host recounts how the Concorde became profitable simply by surveying passengers on what they thought tickets cost and then raising the fares to match those inflated expectations.
- 19:54
An Unhinged Meal In Tallahasseestory
The host remembers a staggering meal in Tallahassee where the guest ordered ten appetizers and four entrees to consume alongside numerous double drinks.
- 25:05
Henry Rollins And David Lee Rothstory
The host retells a humorous story about Henry Rollins meeting a chaotic David Lee Roth who was wearing a massive jacket filled with beer.
- 27:20
Misunderstanding The Boston Tea Partystory
The host shares a funny anecdote about a family member who hilariously misunderstood the logistical effort behind the Boston Tea Party, thinking people had to individually brew all the tea first.
- 57:38
Resting Heart Rate In The Fortiesdata
The host marvels at the guest's exceptionally low resting heart rate, which led to a full battery of cardiac tests that confirmed a strong and healthy heart.
Quotes
“I never had a lot of insecurities. I just was like, this is what I look like.”
Unnamed speaker · 2:36 “There is so much joy in being fat.”
Unnamed speaker · 4:19 “The key is, are you happier today than you were yesterday?”
Unnamed speaker · 48:33 “I was like, do I have it? And he was like, buddy, you're really far from it.”
Unnamed speaker · 9:26 “I don't want to not enjoy Thanksgiving with you people.”
Unnamed speaker · 3:58 “I embrace indulgence, happiness, exuberance, joy. Like, those are the things I look for.”
Unnamed speaker · 53:27 “I was probably more content. But like, but you're right. When you start, the best part is when you start a project.”
Unnamed speaker · 54:25 “My resting heart rate in January. Look at this. Over six month period, look at this. Do you see the white?”
Unnamed speaker · 58:36 “First sweater, last sweat. You ready? Everyone says last sweat, 60%.”
Unnamed speaker · 1:02:33
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About this episode
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