This is a brand new episode!

John, Deuce, Joe, and The Duchess dive deep into their love-hate relationships with technology, swapping tales of AI adventures, smart home debacles, and the joys and perils of paying bills the old-fashioned way.

Cannolis are devoured, generational gaps are explored, and no one is safe from a good-natured roasting.

The gang even gets philosophical about the future of AI, tech dependency, and whether a podcast cohosted by a chatbot is a sign of progress or just the latest in John's “shiny object” pursuits. Add in digressions on sex robots, drag queens, their enduring Philly/South Jersey accents, and you’ve got vintage Brand X.

• Embracing (and fighting with) smart tech: from Alexa to AI assistants, and getting “locked out” by your own devices.
• The endless debate: online bill paying convenience vs. the analog joy of stamps, checks, and control
• Why generational differences are overrated—and how they bring the crew together (or not)
• Can a chatbot be a podcast cohost, and why is John considering a whole show with “Denise” the AI?
• Sex robots, wild AI prompts, and the TV/film moments that traumatized (and bonded) this crew forever

In this emotional episode of the Brand X Podcast, John Jamingo and Deuce step away from their usual comedic banter to tackle the tragic events surrounding the Orlando nightclub shooting. With heavy hearts, they dive into the media’s response, gun control debates, and the broader issues of hate and national security. The hosts share personal perspectives on the Second Amendment, explore ideological conflicts, and discuss how leadership and policy shape America’s conversation on tragedy. They challenge both the political left and right, urging listeners to consider the deeper causes behind such violence. This episode is a passionate, unfiltered conversation about current events, the limits of legislation, and what it means to seek real solutions.

In this episode, John and Deuce discuss:

• The media’s rush to frame narratives after mass shootings and its impact on public perception
• Heated debates over gun control, the Second Amendment, and the reality of “gun-free” zones
• The root causes of hate and extremism, including ideological and historical perspectives
• The difference between strong and passive leadership responses to terrorism
• Grassroots political action, the possibility of congressional reform, and the role of local communities in driving change

On this vintage episode of the Brand X Podcast, John Jamingo and Deuce bring their signature humor to everyday oddities and international headlines. From beer pipelines in Belgium to bizarre supermarket incidents and heated debates about parking etiquette, no topic is too strange or trivial for the duo. They tackle outrageous news stories, riff on modern annoyances like self-checkout machines, and even dive into hard-hitting political developments in the Philippines. Buckle up for a wide-ranging conversation that’s equal parts irreverent, insightful, and uproarious. This is classic Brand X—honest, unfiltered, and a little bit unpredictable.

In this episode, Jamingo and Deuce discuss:

• Belgium’s wild plan to pump beer through underground city pipelines for thirsty investors.
• The notorious supermarket “mad shitter” and the pitfalls of self-checkout technology.
• One man’s lifetime ban from Starbucks for defending handicapped parking spaces and the broader debate about accessibility.
• Hacked electronic roadway signs and the most creative (and inappropriate) messages we’d love to see.
• The Philippines’ controversial new president and his shocking directive to encourage civilians to confront and even kill drug dealers.