Podcast Summary
City feelings, Touring: Comedian Andrew Santino shares his ambivalent feelings towards Los Angeles despite considering it home due to its issues with sprawl, pollution, and homelessness, while expressing excitement about visiting other cities on tour.
Andrew Santino, a comedian currently on tour, expressed his excitement about visiting various cities across the country. He mentioned several locations, including Indianapolis, Milwaukee, and San Francisco. During the conversation, they discussed the city of Los Angeles, with Santino sharing his ambivalent feelings towards it despite considering it his home due to its issues with sprawl, pollution, and homelessness. Additionally, they touched upon Macaulay Culkin's name change and Michael Jackson's controversies. Santino shared his love for creating music videos, despite the perceived decline in their popularity, and mentioned an incident involving a fan who had a seizure during one of his shows. Overall, the conversation covered a range of topics, including touring, favorite cities, and entertainment industry anecdotes.
Childhood Challenges: Grew up with a bipolar father, mother was a stabilizing force, striving to become a better person, learned to navigate adversity and find positivity
The speaker grew up in a challenging environment with a charismatic but bipolar father who ultimately ended his life in a tragic way. Despite the hardships, the speaker's mother was a stabilizing force in his life, and he is now striving to become a better person. Another interesting point is that the speaker once attended a rap concert at Target Center, but he was too young to get on the floor and instead watched from the seats. He also shared a story about accidentally cutting his wrist in Atlanta and receiving special treatment from doctors who were fans of his music. Through these experiences, the speaker has learned to navigate adversity and find positivity in unexpected places.
Survival and quick thinking: In survival situations, quick thinking and refusing to give up can be crucial for survival. Even in non-life-threatening situations, it's important to take injuries seriously and seek medical help promptly.
Fame and quick thinking can be crucial in survival situations. The speaker shares a story about an incident where he sliced open his wrist on a broken shower head while on tour. Despite the severity of the injury, he refused to let go, fearing he would bleed out and die. The incident occurred in front of his bandmates, and while they were initially shocked, they helped him call for medical assistance. The speaker also reflects on a past incident where a friend's ear was severely cut during a drunken fall, and how he downplayed the severity of the injury at the time. The speaker concludes by reflecting on how he has become more sensitive to blood and medical procedures as he has gotten older.
Mental health and determination: Despite physical challenges, maintaining a positive attitude and seeking help for mental health is crucial for personal growth and living life to the fullest.
The speaker, despite facing numerous physical challenges and injuries throughout his life, including knee surgeries and a back injury, has maintained a positive attitude and continues to strive for personal goals, such as dunking a basketball again. He emphasizes the importance of mental health and encourages seeking help when needed, using BetterHelp as an example. The speaker also shares his past experiences with wrestling and reckless behavior, which led to injuries and surgeries. He acknowledges the challenges of aging and dealing with health issues but remains determined to continue living life to the fullest. The conversation also touches on the importance of addressing mental health and the convenience of online therapy through BetterHelp.
Respect and camaraderie: The importance of respect and camaraderie in building meaningful connections with others, whether through battling or entertaining crowds, can lead to positive experiences and personal growth.
The speaker values respect and camaraderie, whether it comes from friends, peers, or even rivals. This is evident in his experiences with OGs on the block, who he respects and enjoys battling with, and with his wife, who defended him when he was being disrespected. The speaker also emphasizes the importance of performing well and having fun, whether it's through battling or entertaining crowds. Despite the challenges and unexpected events that come with these experiences, the speaker maintains a positive attitude and finds pride in the moments that test his strength and resilience. Overall, the speaker's stories highlight the importance of respect, camaraderie, and perseverance in building meaningful connections with others.
Art's unpredictable impact: Art can evolve in unexpected ways, provoke reactions, inspire imitators, and even create drama, emphasizing the importance of staying true to one's art.
Creativity and art can take unexpected turns and have unintended consequences. The speaker discusses various examples, including a rap beef and a song written about someone long ago, that illustrate how art can evolve and impact people in unexpected ways. These examples demonstrate the power of art to provoke reactions, inspire imitators, and even create drama. The speaker also emphasizes the importance of staying true to one's art and creating for oneself, rather than trying to please others. Overall, the discussion highlights the unpredictable and transformative nature of creativity and art.
Artist's philanthropy and balancing acts: An artist selling prints and originals, donating some proceeds to charity, and acknowledging the challenges of balancing art, philanthropy, and personal growth.
The artist is embarking on a tour, crossing paths with another artist named Yellow Wolf, and reflecting on the complexities of success, philanthropy, and appropriation. They have a history together but are not touring together, and the artist is selling prints and originals of his paintings while donating some of the proceeds to charity. The artist also shares his experiences of giving small amounts of money to those who provide good service and the different reactions people have when they start making money. He acknowledges the potential for greed or the desire to help others and give back to the community. The conversation touches on the challenges of balancing art, philanthropy, and personal growth.
Factors outside of self: External factors like location, possessions, or career progression do not guarantee happiness. Focus on personal growth and self-reflection to find true happiness.
Material possessions and external factors, such as location or career progression, do not guarantee happiness. The speaker shared his personal experience of feeling depressed after moving to a new house despite his excitement before the move. He also mentioned observing a friend's growth and the impact of increased responsibility and stress on his happiness. The speaker emphasized that one must work on themselves to find happiness, no matter where they are or what they have. Another important takeaway is the presence of annoyances, like bugs, that can negatively impact one's mood and quality of life. The speaker recommended using Pesti, a DIY pest control solution, to help alleviate this issue and save money compared to traditional pest control services. Overall, the discussion highlighted the importance of self-reflection and addressing the root causes of unhappiness, as well as the impact of external factors and annoyances on overall well-being.
Sleeping aids and touring: Touring musicians often face challenges in getting a good night's sleep due to unfamiliar surroundings and the addictive nature of sleeping aids like Ambien. Prioritizing rest and creativity is crucial for successful performances.
The speaker shares his experience with using different types of sleeping aids and the importance of having a good night's sleep while on tour. He mentions his preference for Ambien, but also acknowledges its addictive nature. The speaker also discusses the challenges of finding clean facilities on the road, including showers and laundry, and the unexpected encounters with venue staff. Despite these small inconveniences, the speaker remains focused on delivering music to his fans and strives to secure collaborations with other artists. Overall, the conversation highlights the unique experiences and challenges that come with touring and the importance of prioritizing rest and creativity.
Authenticity and Independence: Valuing authenticity and independence in art and personal life, trusting the people around you, and not caring about pleasing others or conforming to industry norms are important messages.
Both Vince Staples and the speaker value authenticity and independence in their art and personal lives. They don't care about pleasing others or conforming to industry norms, and they trust the people around them to handle the business aspects. The speaker admires Vince's unapologetic attitude and sees similarities between themselves. They also appreciate each other's unique interests and passions, whether it's music, superheroes, or wrestling. The importance of authenticity and independence in art and life, as well as trusting and valuing the people around you, is a powerful and relatable message.
Desire and validation: People's desire for validation and the thrill of the chase drives them to pursue relationships, but genuine connections are formed through shared experiences and traumas.
People, both men and women, have a deep-rooted desire to pursue and win over the object of their affection. This desire stems from the psychological need for validation and the thrill of the chase. The speaker also touched upon the topic of self-confidence, noting that individuals often undervalue themselves, leading to comparisons and diminishing the worth of others. The pursuit of happiness, according to the speaker, is not in the attainment of material possessions, but rather in the process of chasing them. Ultimately, genuine connections are formed when individuals bond over shared experiences and traumas, leading to authentic and meaningful relationships.
Cherishing relationships: The importance of cherishing relationships, especially those that have been missing or absent, is emphasized in this conversation as it highlights their impact on our lives and the significance of live performances in creating connections between artists and fans.
Cherishing relationships, especially those that have been missing or absent, is an important value. This conversation between the speakers reveals their appreciation for each other and the impact of their experiences on their lives. The speaker's longing for a father figure and the importance of male relationships stem from his past experiences. The theme of cherishing was repeated multiple times, emphasizing its significance. The speakers also highlighted the importance of live performances and the connection they create between artists and fans. The conversation ended on a positive note, with the speakers expressing their love and appreciation for each other and their audience. Overall, the conversation underscores the importance of cherishing relationships and experiences, and the power they have in shaping our lives.