Taylor Swift's Eras Tour and Its Impact
- Chris and Robert discuss the end of Taylor Swift's Eras Tour
- Amos Heller, a member of Taylor Swift's band for 15 years, reflects on his time touring with her, highlighting the emotional Instagram post he made.
- Chris and Robert discuss the physical and emotional toll of touring, comparing it to their own travel experiences.
- Taylor Swift's Financial Success and Crew Bonuses
- Chris and Robert talk about the high ticket prices for Taylor Swift's concerts and the significant profits she makes.
- Taylor Swift gave $197 million in bonuses to her crew, including performers and crew members, on top of their salaries.
- Chris and Robert discuss the number of people involved in the tour and how the bonuses are distributed.
- They speculate on whether the bonuses are split evenly among all crew members or if certain roles receive more.
- Chris shares details of Taylor Swift's tour rider, which includes items like chocolate milk, grape juice, tortilla chips, and Diet Pepsi.
- Robert and Chris discuss other pop stars' tour riders, including Christina Aguilera's request for a police escort with no traffic delays.
- They compare Taylor Swift's relatively simple tour rider to other artists' more elaborate requests.
- Chris and Robert reflect on their own experiences with travel and the luxury of private planes.
- Chris and Robert reminisce about Johnny Carson's Tonight Show and the Amazing Kreskin, a mentalist who appeared on the show.
- They discuss the impact of Johnny Carson's show on the careers of many comedians and performers.
- Chris shares his limited exposure to Johnny Carson's show due to his conservative upbringing.
- Robert recalls the Amazing Kreskin's ability to amaze audiences with his mentalist skills.
- Robert recommends the new Ted Danson series "A Man and His Car" about a retired widower who becomes an undercover detective.
- Chris mentions his wife's enjoyment of "The Crown" on Netflix, despite their difficulty in keeping track of episodes.
- They briefly discuss other TV shows and recommendations, including "A Man and His Car" and "The Crown."
- Chris and Robert reflect on their own viewing habits and preferences.
- Chris brings up the controversial jokes made by late-night hosts about the United Healthcare CEO who was shot and killed.
- They discuss the line between acceptable comedy and inappropriate humor, particularly in the context of a tragic event.
- Chris expresses his discomfort with making jokes about such a serious situation.
- Robert agrees that the jokes crossed a line and were inappropriate.
- Chris and Robert wrap up the show by discussing Taylor Swift's future tours and potential themes.
- They speculate on whether Taylor Swift will continue to tour and what her next tour might be like.
- Chris suggests a football-themed album or a tour focused on dissing other pop stars.
- They end the show on a humorous note, expressing their support for Taylor Swift and their appreciation for the show's audience.
Taylor Swift's Tour Rider and Personal Preferences
Johnny Carson and the Amazing Kreskin
Snoop Dogg's Evolution and New Ventures
Chris and Robert discuss Snoop Dogg's transformation from a gangster rapper to a successful entrepreneur and TV personality.
They talk about Snoop Dogg's new recipes, including billionaire bacon and Christmas cookies, and his role as a judge on The Voice.
Chris expresses mixed feelings about Snoop Dogg's new ventures, appreciating his entrepreneurial spirit but missing his old hip-hop persona.
Robert praises Snoop Dogg for his ability to reinvent himself and his success in various fields.
New TV Shows and Recommendations
Comedy and Late-Night TV
Final Thoughts and Farewell
