Banana Arcade podcast

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Took a long break from streaming and had to test all the settings. There were a few video freezes on the livestream which will lead to some slight dead air and frustration, but overall the test turned into a full podcast, with life updates and plans for the future.

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The Art of Living 1:01:40

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✦ Birthday trip to Bailey, Colorado 00:19 ✦ Realizing gratitude and disappointment in public figures 03:41 ✦ Documentaries influence purchasing decisions 08:20 ✦ Impact of social media on daily life 10:22 ✦ Rejecting societal norms through extreme body modifications 14:41 ✦ Protesting and frustration have minimal impact on systemic change 16:44 ✦ Beware of losers hyping up other losers for acceptance. 20:52 ✦ Reflection on living a negative life 22:52 ✦ Dealing with a dog bite infection 26:53 ✦ Slow progress on a collection of sari shirts and upcoming mystery bag drop. 28:47 ✦ Frustration and pressure lead to reward 32:54 ✦ Choosing a healthier lifestyle by eliminating weed and caffeine 34:57 ✦ Shifted to a healthy diet with minimal meat consumption 38:26 ✦ Discussing Ern's absence and busy schedule 40:05 ✦ Realization of the need to quit smoking 43:28 ✦ Feeling intense responsibility to avoid more tragedy 45:20 ✦ New Balance 1080 X v13 fresh foam X is a game changer 49:02 ✦ Praise for New Balance shoes and referral to another reviewer 51:05 ✦ Developed hives after taking pills 54:40 ✦ Developed hives from new puppy…

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More Human than Human 1:01:34

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✦ Retired from weed game due to high blood pressure 00:01 ✦ Decided to cut back on weed and caffeine due to negative health effects 03:11 ✦ Making significant lifestyle changes for better health and longevity 07:27 ✦ The speaker experienced vivid nightmares while quitting weed and caffeine. 09:25 ✦ Addressing health issues and lifestyle changes for a better future. 13:48 ✦ Discussing memories and changes over the years 15:43 ✦ Narrator's motivation shift towards focusing on personal health. 19:40 ✦ Dark Side of Influencing 21:31 ✦ Online interactions lack depth and genuine care. 25:29 ✦ Skepticism about the future of wearable AI technology 27:17 ✦ Rapper's display to younger audience 30:47 ✦ Disrupting commerce through blocking traffic is ineffective and counterproductive. 32:41 ✦ Thawing out criminals for fights in 'More Human Than Human' 36:36 ✦ The movie suggests that people will eventually fight for their life and freedom, with a potential for political turmoil and internet restrictions 38:30 ✦ DoorDash pricing issues and concerns 42:22 ✦ Struggle with finding comfortable shoes 44:23 ✦ Discussion on recent movies and personal interests. 48:19 ✦ Questioning existence and purpose 50:11 ✦ Brain's decision led to quitting weed 53:42 ✦ We're already living in a virtual reality. 55:40 ✦ Recommendation to try Chicken Ramen at Ramen Cima and Aisu…

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Welcome To Paradise 59:45

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✦ Reflecting on the negative impact of excessive online presence Click to expand 00:07 ✦ Insight into the addictive nature of social media 04:27 ✦ Online tattoo videos are not credible 08:31 ✦ Criticism of entertainment industry and societal influences 10:37 ✦ Men paying for alpha male classes is unnecessary 14:28 ✦ Discussion on potential threats and lack of preparedness 16:33 ✦ Critique on automation and lack of meaningful progress 20:17 ✦ Concerns about people's lack of care and consideration for safety 22:11 ✦ Embracing life and pursuing passion 26:11 ✦ Returning from the trip has inspired me to focus on eating healthier and slowing down. 28:10 ✦ Discussion about watching movies and pop culture. 31:47 ✦ Cyber truck reservations and concerns 33:37 ✦ Impressions on video games 37:36 ✦ Mike Tyson's comeback and Jake Paul's career 39:52 ✦ Comparison of living in Colorado and North Carolina 43:26 ✦ Comparison of living in the South vs. Colorado 45:16 ✦ Speculation on the future with technology and housing crises 49:03 ✦ Speculating on future AI impact 50:43 ✦ Discussion on pet's surgery and the generosity of mother-in-law 54:30 ✦ Miraculous life-saving events Click to collapse 56:31 Patient's life was saved due to a last-minute transfer to a board-certified hospital. Doctor's COVID diagnosis led to the fortuitous solution.…

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eye for an eye 59:23

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✦ Unknowingly drifting on the internet 00:16 ✦ The Super Bowl is a corporate distraction. 03:49 ✦ Realization of the illusion of choice in the presidential race 08:06 ✦ Social media and technology addiction is leading to disconnection and loneliness. 10:17 ✦ Difficulty in navigating the internet and staying unaffected by it. 14:50 ✦ Growing up with internet addiction in the family 17:03 ✦ Digital and social media's addictive nature 20:34 ✦ Rejecting bullies and negativity 22:31 ✦ Creating and executing ideas is crucial 26:08 ✦ Disinterest in Kanye's current work 28:04 ✦ Discussion about dating and money 31:40 ✦ Prefers genuine humor over scripted jokes 33:56 ✦ Creative work requires focus 38:09 ✦ Discussion about the current state of politics and life decisions. 39:54 ✦ Edibles can be unpredictable and not suitable for daily use 43:52 ✦ Apple Vision Pro users are facing harassment and torment from others. 45:58 ✦ Dealing with internet connectivity issues 50:36 ✦ Concerns about lack of quality entertainment and societal impact 52:42 ✦ Discussion about choosing a cool shirt over a whack one. Click to expand 57:00…

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Snapple Fision Slow 1:10:59

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Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the Apple Vision Pro and Technical Difficulties Comedy Hour! Tonight, we'll explore the future of the world, where technology is so advanced, it's practically a punchline. Picture this: You're living in a world where you can experience virtual reality like never before, thanks to the Apple Vision Pro. But wait, there's a twist! Just as you're about to enter the Matrix, the system crashes. Welcome to the perils of the future, folks! But don't worry, it gets better. You're now stuck in a loop of technical difficulties, as if you're in a never-ending episode of "The Twilight Zone." But hey, at least you'll have a great story to tell your grandkids when they ask, "What was the future like, grandpa?" So, sit back, relax, and enjoy the show, as we laugh our way through the future of the world, one technical difficulty at a time. And remember, if you can't laugh at the future, you might as well stay in the past.…

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Everything Zen 1:11:16

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✦Painting mishap & impromptu trip to Atlanta for a carousel tiger 09:02 ✦ A friend's experience with buying a gun and facing challenges 18:04 ✦ Focusing on creating a unique, cool experience at the tattoo shop 27:06 ✦ People lack accountability and are distracted with their own lives 36:08 ✦ Validation is in finishing projects and not worrying about others' opinions. 45:10 ✦ The importance of keeping distance from negativity and appreciating art without external validation. 54:12 ✦ Life is like rain on a window pane, unpredictable and indifferent. 1:03:14 ✦ Discussing the impracticality of life 1:12:09…

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Neither Here Nor There 1:28:07

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✦ The internet's impact creates obsession with mundane things 01:00 ✦ Consumerism leads to meaningless actions 03:38 ✦ People making unhealthy drink choices on Tik Tok 08:06 ✦ Speaker has been productive, but has disturbing fantasies and opinions on political debates 10:14 ✦ Questioning the integrity of people's actions 14:22 ✦ Appreciation for audience and expressing freedom through painting 16:25 ✦ Realizing the need to prioritize exercise 20:25 ✦ Zen Buddhism teaches to be unaffected and not caring 22:20 ✦ Exploring Eastern philosophies and teachings 26:16 ✦ Browser history randomness 28:09 ✦ Discussing the 108 painting goal and its impact. 32:19 ✦ Cat Williams feels the need to clear things up about his past 34:20 ✦ Comfort and human factors affect people's actions 37:48 ✦ New car headlights are brighter and can be annoying for other drivers. 39:31 ✦ Reflecting on past mistakes 43:14 ✦ Fear of plane crash and aftermath 45:33 ✦ I don't think having kids is for me. 49:42 ✦ The speaker reflects on the conflicting emotions of witnessing a new life coming into the world. 51:42 ✦ Discussion on principles and open debate 55:40 ✦ Got a great deal on an expensive item 58:22 ✦ Balancing creativity with the demands of creating a show for YouTube 1:02:25 ✦ Snowboard season has been slow due to poor snow conditions. 1:04:11 ✦ Maintaining responsibility amid criticism 1:08:19 ✦ Not interested in making music commercially 1:10:11 ✦ The past is defined but the future is unknown Click to expand 1:14:10 ✦ FNF subscription is cancelled 1:16:57 ✦ Liquid Death shirt and future releases 1:21:08 ✦ Desire to be helpful and offer advice 1:23:31 Comment Key Points…

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The Public Domain 1:22:55

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✦ New year, new plans 00:12 ✦ Studying Buddhism has made me happier 03:39 ✦ Artwork and tattooing as a gift and a lifelong goal 08:22 ✦ Exploring stories through art and sharing for others' interest. 10:32 ✦ Concerns about traveling to Japan and global uncertainty 14:37 ✦ Considering a future trip to Japan for a back tattoo 16:49 ✦ Discussion about the supportive wife and the dream shop 20:42 ✦ The impact of team meetings on motivation and lifestyle 22:56 ✦ Received surprise pair of 350s for signing 26:43 ✦ Embrace impermanence and enjoy the ride of life 28:35 ✦ Building an audience leads to being used by others. 32:44 ✦ The subscription culture on YouTube restricts creators. 34:39 ✦ The real rarity comes from what you create, not from corporations. 38:24 ✦ Influencers and the meaning of art 40:32 ✦ Keep a list of ideas to free up your brain for more ideas. 44:49 ✦ Comparison between analog and digital smoking methods. 47:31 ✦ Prefer dabs over joints for efficiency 51:39 ✦ The speaker reflects on their past fashion choices and the pressures of fitting in. 53:29 ✦ Discussion about the impact of opioids and addiction 57:39 ✦ Encountered a disheveled man stealing candy 59:24 ✦ City showing efforts to address homeless situation 1:02:51 ✦ Reflecting on the impact of constant information overload 1:04:43 ✦ Struggles of balancing vlogging and creativity 1:08:33 ✦ Struggle with making a purchase due to unavailable office equipment 1:10:20 ✦ The public domain allows expired copyrights to be used commercially. 1:14:05 ✦ The speaker discusses creating a comic book and exploring new ideas. 1:16:06 ✦ Creating art without the intention to sell Click to expand 1:20:06…

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Iron Suits 1:25:44

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✦ Christmas should be celebrated every day 00:10 ✦ Christmas is lowkey and doesn't hold special meaning for me. 03:50 ✦ Final friends and family drop for free before shutting down the pre-orders. 08:47 ✦ Feeling frustrated with toxic environment and value of work 10:55 ✦ The speaker is feeling frustrated and disheartened about something, possibly related to online activities. 15:23 ✦ Discussion about various topics and disinterest in them 18:07 ✦ Struggle with reliance on internet for information 22:00 ✦ AI art is not impressive. 24:05 ✦ Collecting art with urgency and authenticity. 27:57 ✦ Educational video about tattoos 29:48 ✦ Acquiring a samurai suit for the tattoo shop 34:09 ✦ Excited about his new samurai suit 36:14 ✦ Acknowledging compulsive behavior with weed consumption 40:25 ✦ Cocaine high felt terrible, but the act of snorting it was appealing. 42:53 ✦ Christmas loses its magic due to grown-up responsibilities 46:46 ✦ Feeling tired and overwhelmed with anxiety about skiing and potential accidents 48:29 ✦ Speaker's experience with Kirby sales and related stories 52:40 ✦ Negotiations and cost reduction in selling products 54:47 ✦ Expressing frustration with current trends and distractions in society. 58:46 ✦ Alex adores her horse and Omar and Fiona are both eccentric pets. 1:00:59 ✦ Tesla robot allegedly attacked engineer with its claws 1:05:37 ✦ Speaker jokes about robots replacing humans, causing harm, and societal acceptance 1:07:43 ✦ Annerly knows about crime and works as a police dispatch. 1:12:32 ✦ Japanese tattoos have a solid history and represent powerful stories. 1:14:58 ✦ Prefer watching videos on topics I'm interested in 1:19:04 ✦ Frustration and dissatisfaction with current entertainment offerings. Click to expand 1:21:02…

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Escape Hatch 59:18

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✦ Discussing recent activities and upcoming plans. 00:07 ✦ Houdini's toughness led to his death 04:53 ✦ Buying art supplies and experiencing shipping woes from Japan 09:30 ✦ Discovering excitement in painting and creating. 11:43 ✦ Reflecting on past experiences and artistic passion. 15:52 ✦ Drake and Kanye drama recap 17:58 ✦ People's obsession with negativity and criticism 22:12 ✦ Social media confusion and the return to real-life interactions 24:13 ✦ Deciding to stay in Colorado and not move to another state 28:34 ✦ Passion for Japanese iconography and art leads to creative pursuits 30:21 ✦ Society loves watching itself fail 34:29 ✦ Rediscovering interests beyond the internet 37:10 ✦ Prefers Image Comics over Marvel and DC. 40:58 ✦ Financial situation evolved from broke to constant grind 42:47 ✦ Creating and making content despite challenges 46:55 ✦ Discovering dyslexia and the journey of learning 49:18 ✦ Carnival food for adults focuses on photogenic and ridiculous food. Click to expand 53:46 ✦ Streets are dangerous 56:05…

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A Lucky Strike 1:17:40

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✦ Discussion about trap music and personal reflections 00:31 ✦ Returning to hometown for a trip down memory lane 04:06 ✦ Sanitary offers a variety of food at low prices. 08:38 ✦ Store issues with cash and security 10:57 ✦ Exploring creative ideas and planning for future videos 15:08 ✦ The experience of eating unfamiliar fast food for days 17:27 ✦ Dealing with unexpected flight delays and chaotic children at the airport. 21:29 ✦ Observations on a kid's behavior 23:29 ✦ Reconnecting with old friends and enjoying their company. 27:30 ✦ Honoring a legendary tattoo artist from Gastonia, North Carolina. 29:32 ✦ Driving different cars with different software 33:28 ✦ Mixed feelings about pursuing comedy 35:25 ✦ Discussion about random topics and Tesla robot 39:49 ✦ The future implications of robot violence 42:02 ✦ Speaker criticizes young rappers and praises Kanye West's marketing skills 46:39 ✦ Disapproval of internet trends 48:36 ✦ Reflecting on the distractions and inspiration from art and books 52:30 ✦ Reassessing business strategy and considering a shift to focus on unique and valuable offerings. 54:35 ✦ People with extreme beliefs are perplexing 58:41 ✦ Speaker discusses 'banana cult' and criticizes a tweet about Kool-Aid 1:00:56 ✦ Mischievous antics at the canteen 1:04:53 ✦ Discovering a secret ingredient for a pie made by his aunt's friend. 1:06:54 ✦ Discovered my dad didn't go to Vietnam but to Germany during Army draft. 1:11:19 ✦ Banana Arcade may expand globally and evolve into unexpected ventures. Click to expand 1:13:25…

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Virtual Insanity 1:47:06

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✦ Teddy faced a tough week with personal loss. 00:36 ✦ Saying goodbye to a beloved dog. 03:51 ✦ Feeling conflicted about traveling but excited for new content. 08:59 ✦ Planning to revisit hometown after almost 20 years 11:07 ✦ Mixed feelings about the online content and the purchase of a car 15:09 ✦ Speculating about life on Mars 17:28 ✦ A trip to Japan for book shopping and meeting Toshi 21:21 ✦ Searching for elusive book in Japan 23:09 ✦ Facing devastating loss and a difficult choice 27:00 ✦ The internet makes finding rare items easy. 29:02 ✦ Frustration with delayed shipment of a book from Japan 32:39 ✦ Reflecting on past drama and finding closure. 34:29 ✦ Praises for 'Godzilla' movie and its impact 38:45 ✦ Entertainment reviews and movie watchlist 40:54 ✦ Discussion about the movie 'Thanksgiving' and an AI robot's reading capabilities. 45:22 ✦ Invest in meaningful connections in your 20s and 30s 47:42 ✦ Critique of unauthentic motivational content on TikTok 51:27 ✦ Consider implications before moving to China. 53:32 ✦ Struggling to cope with current living situation. 57:56 ✦ Challenges of aging and adapting fitness routine 1:00:08 ✦ Desire for an exciting name 1:03:55 ✦ Dealing with first world problems and contemplating potential podcast ideas 1:05:51 ✦ Casual conversation about various topics 1:10:19 ✦ Criticism of NBA YoungBoy and modern rap culture 1:12:32 ✦ Tattoo industry slowdown due to economic challenges. 1:16:40 ✦ Japanese tattoos are powerful and traditional 1:18:22 ✦ Challenges for small creators 1:22:30 ✦ Discussion on locations in Reedsville, North Carolina 1:24:44 ✦ The origin and meaning of the 'Sorry' piece 1:29:31 ✦ Struggling with creativity and satisfaction 1:31:50 ✦ Discussion on using shades during podcast recording 1:36:02 ✦ Discovering cultural differences in Japan 1:38:16 ✦ Cas is updating the computer for his own use. 1:42:34 ✦ Discussing overpowered moves in video games. Click to expand 1:44:33…

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Amtrak 1:55:16

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✦ Discussing frustration with Black Friday and trending topics 00:04 ✦ Discussion on Black Friday experiences and sunglasses 03:32 ✦ People standing in line for the Cybertruck 08:11 ✦ Be cautious with trendy products and online reviews. 10:15 ✦ Cruise food is terrible 14:33 ✦ The speaker was intimidated by older skateboarders who were connected to professional skateboarders. 16:43 ✦ Traveling on Amtrak for long trips can be brutal. 20:34 ✦ Feeling compelled to visit hometown in North Carolina 22:27 ✦ Speaker expresses reluctance to travel due to personal circumstances and dislike for driving. 26:29 ✦ Discussion on the Cyber truck and media companies 28:18 ✦ Critique of societal influences 32:20 ✦ People are comfortable giving opinions from their cozy existence. 34:10 ✦ The speaker discusses family relationships and revelations about siblings. 38:08 ✦ Unexpected encounter with a doppelganger on Facebook 40:22 ✦ Reflecting on past experiences and feelings of uncertainty. 44:08 ✦ The speaker reminisces about a memorable dish but has never found it again 46:11 ✦ The video provides an in-depth perspective on historical events. 50:24 ✦ Lack of outlet leads to violence 52:30 ✦ Criticism of musical accomplishments in the hip-hop realm 56:32 ✦ 69ine and Trump exposed the music and system for being ridiculous. 58:31 ✦ Snoop Dogg as the spokesperson for the end of days 1:02:52 ✦ Discussing A24 movies and Christopher Nolan collaboration. 1:05:00 ✦ Not celebrating Christmas in full capacity as non-Christian 1:10:06 ✦ Story about amusing Christmas experiences 1:12:19 ✦ Realizing the importance of wearing a helmet while biking. 1:16:25 ✦ Discussing the devaluation of human life and the need for protection 1:18:20 ✦ Jacob's eventful holiday travel 1:22:26 ✦ Feeling overwhelmed by the randomness of the internet and public spaces. 1:24:43 ✦ Difficulty obtaining good quality Blu-Ray 1:28:45 ✦ The book's price surged due to a PBS documentary. 1:31:20 ✦ Used to sell vacuum cleaners for college credit 1:35:26 ✦ Unexpected proposal due to vacuum sales. 1:37:20 ✦ Discussion about the challenges of traveling and living in Japan 1:41:35 ✦ Ern's amusing experience wearing a mask and smuggling weed 1:43:52 ✦ Realizing my passion for painting and other activities 1:48:01 ✦ Stay diligent on the internet and be cautious. Click to expand 1:50:13…

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For The Birds 1:52:27

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