Episode 255 ~ Hans Gruber, The Great Nippulini and The Lizard People

What do AI podcast editors, Sean Penn's cat-sitting habits, and a mother's breakdown-turned-battle-cry have in common? They all show up in this week's episode of Two Wise Fools. Dave and Aaron kick things off debating whether robots are actually making comedy worse by cutting all the pauses (they are), then detour through Oscar night with inside intel on which Best Actor nominees would cat-sit for a script assistant — and which ones would try to date their daughter. The Elephant in the Room tackles the popular evangelical sport of calling everyone in Hollywood evil, and why that's more complicated and more revealing than it sounds. Is This Anything asks whether your dog has a human soul trapped inside it and whether that soul has made peace with what happened at the vet. And the back half of the show turns surprisingly beautiful, exploring fame, humility, and what it really means to say "I'm going to be famous one day" at your absolute lowest. Two Wise Fools: Episode 254. Find it wherever you get your podcasts.

Ep 253 ~ Condorman, UHF and Dewgong the Pokemon

Episode 252 ~ Best Robots, Proctology Billboards and Comic Conventions

In this episode, the hosts celebrate their 252nd podcast episode, reflecting on the joy and purpose behind their weekly conversations. They discuss the impact of social media, particularly in relation to the Toronto Blue Jays, and the importance of local community engagement. The conversation shifts to the concept of being an 'auction hero' and the role of philanthropy in their lives. Finally, they delve into the nature of rest, emphasizing its importance for restoration rather than mere productivity. In this conversation, the speakers explore the themes of community, individuality, and the importance of rest, emphasizing that rest is a collective effort rather than an individual pursuit. They delve into political ideologies and the complexities of personal beliefs, discussing the implications of choosing between different political parties. The conversation also touches on the role of fictional robots in popular culture, the ethical considerations surrounding AI and consciousness, and the significance of poetry in understanding reality. Finally, they reflect on the influence of teachers and the complexities of their roles in shaping students' lives.

00:00 Celebrating 252 Episodes

05:40 Toronto Blue Jays and Community Engagement

10:58 The Role of Humor and Celebrity in Community

16:17 Reflections on Influence and Authenticity

22:03 Norm MacDonald: Humor Beyond the Grave

28:39 Comic-Con Credibility and Auction Heroism

39:23 Understanding Rest and Community

49:35 Political Party Dilemmas

57:34 The Hiccups vs. Sneezing Debate

01:09:12 The Ethics of AI and Consciousness

01:14:51 The Role of Poetry in Understanding Reality

01:22:56 Reflections on Teachers and Their Impact

Episode 251 ~ Muppets, Mental Health, and Hockey Heresy

Dave watched church during a hockey game, the internet lost its mind, and Aaron took a bus ride that accidentally became a sermon. Also: which Muppets deserve immortality, whether church is good or bad for your brain, and why slow government might actually be saving democracy. Statler and Waldorf would have something to say about all of it.

Episode 250 ~ Olympic Hookups, Alice from the Brady Bunch and Garfield

Episode 249 ~ Dribble Drama, Vance Dance and ... Foreign Aid

Episode 248 ~ Hot Dogs, Christian Celebrity and Church Snow Days