In this episode, Elian Carlos returns from 4 months of study abroad in South Korea to share his experiences. He reflects on his feelings before leaving, the journey there, and his first impressions upon arrival. Elian dives into South Korea’s beauty standards, the emphasis on clear skin and natural beauty, the education system, and how he adjusted to the culture. He highlights visits to iconic spots like a shopping district, an amusement park, Chinatown, and even a tour along the North Korean border, sharing insights on the Korean War and its impact on the divided governments. Elian also recounts an unsettling near-abduction, his biggest culture shocks, and the differences between socializing in the U.S. and abroad. The conversation shifts to his trip to Japan, where he wraps up with travel tips and must-visit recommendations for both countries.

In this episode, we welcome back two returning guests, Kevin and Jackie, for a packed and thought provoking discussion. We kick things off with Kevin’s grind to unlock Dark Matter camo in the newly released Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. Shifting gears, we dive into the shocking news of the United Health Care CEO being shot, dissecting the incident and its implications while exploring how the U.S. healthcare system prioritizes profit over people. Jackie sheds light on the 2025 updates to Medicare, offering valuable insights. The conversation takes a global turn as we unpack South Korea’s martial law and dive into the wild world of fast-food conspiracies. Kevin and Jackie also share some exciting personal news they’re expecting a baby! From there, we get their take on the elections, followed by a debate as Oscar confronts Justen about the movie We Live In Time. We also share our favorite actors and actresses, discuss the legacy of the Harry Potterseries, and wrap up with Kendrick Lamar’s recent diss toward Andrew Schultz. This sparks a conversation on whether jokes should be for everyone or if certain topics should remain off-limits.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all our listeners! Thank you for supporting us through our first year of podcasting! In this special holiday episode, the regular crew Oscar, Justen, and Alonso are joined by special guest Kevin. We kick things off with a festive white elephant gift exchange and a Secret Santa reveal. Next, we dive into some entertainment highlights, including our reactions to the newly released Superman trailer. Oscar shares his thoughts on watching Interstellar for the first time as we review and rate this timeless film, which recently returned to theaters. We also reflect on our music habits by sharing our Apple Replay stats, looking back at the songs and artists that defined our year. In our “Ask a Thinker” segment, we tackle a meaningful question: What was the biggest/hardest lesson we learned this year? And what was our greatest achievement of 2024? Finally, we wrap up by reflecting on our first year of podcasting the highs, the challenges, and the lessons learned while setting new goals for the year ahead. Thank you for being part of our journey, and here’s to even more great conversations in 2025!

In this episode, the regular trio kicks things off by celebrating Justen’s birthday and reflecting on how quickly time has flown by. We dive into some music talk, discussing the anticipation around Mac Miller’s upcoming album Balloonerism and sharing our thoughts on Kendrick Lamar’s newly released GNX album. This sparks a debate: is the West Coast truly more dominant in culture compared to the East Coast? Next, we react to recent UFC highlights, including the spectacle of President-elect Donald Trump and his crew attending the Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic fight. Things take a fun turn as we assign each other celebrity matchups based on our personalities and likenesses to see who could win over our celebrity crushes. We also open up about personal experiences with ADHD and OCD before wrapping up the episode with a conversation about our gym and body goals.

In this episode, the regular trio—Oscar, Justen, and Alonso—dive into and break down the much-anticipated Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson fight, along with the undercard matchups leading up to the main event. Plus, we share our dream opponents for Jake Paul and debate which country produces the best boxers in the world. Shifting gears to the UFC, we discuss our excitement for the Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic showdown. On a lighter note, we get creative with a hilarious thought experiment: if you could create an incurable yet harmless disease, what would it be? Oscar reviews The Penguin (spoiler-free), and Justen poses an intriguing question—do we think we have what it takes to act? The result? A wild movie pitch featuring Justen as the hero and Oscar as the villain.

In this special episode, we have the regular trio Oscar, Justen, and Alonso delve into a wide range of topics. We kick things off with a discussion about the election and the new president-elect, Donald Trump. Next, we dive into gaming with a look at the newly released Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. We also recap our fun experience attending Andrew Schulz’s The Life Tour comedy show and rank our favorite comedians we’d love to see live someday. For movies, Oscar reviews and rates the newly released Venom 3: The Last Dance (spoiler-free), while Justen gives his take on We Live In Time (also spoiler-free). Finally, we wrap things up with our predictions for the highly anticipated Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson fight.

In this episode, the regular trio—Oscar, Alonso, and Justen—are joined by a special guest, Chris. Alonso and Justen take a trip down memory lane, sharing how they first met during their McDonald’s days. We swap stories about our first experiences smoking weed and reminisce about the wild adventures of our younger stoner days. Chris opens up about life in Idaho, sharing entertaining stories about his hometown, including a spontaneous visit from Justen and Alonso. He also dives into his experiences with psychedelics, adding another layer to the conversation. We tackle some fun riddles, unravel a few conspiracy theories, and witness a fiery debate between Justen and Chris.

In this late-night episode, Oscar, Justen, Alonso, and our close friend and recurring guest, Alex Serrato, dive into the excitement of spooky season, sharing our Halloween plans and favorite festivities. We also discuss trending topics like the recent Diddy controversy, the phenomenon of a “second moon” that will be visible near Earth for two months, and the upcoming Venom 3 movie. Based on the trailer and circulating rumors, we make predictions on potential storylines. Additionally, we touch on the latest MCU drama surrounding the Marvel movies slated for 2025, exploring the new characters being introduced and those we’d love to see. To wrap it all up, we delve into a discussion on the One Piece anime.