#484 - The Limpest Bizkit
The Basement Yard
Deep Dive
What is the concept behind Joey's proposed restaurant idea?
Joey's restaurant idea revolves around a bread-centric theme, where every dish includes bread in some capacity, and all food is served in bread bowls instead of plates. He envisions a bakery-style establishment where bread is the star of every meal.
Why does Joey believe restaurants are a difficult business venture?
Joey believes restaurants are challenging because most businesses, especially restaurants, don't turn a profit in their first year and often struggle to become sustainable within the first five years. He references this knowledge from watching shows like Shark Tank and The Office.
What is the origin story of the word 'biznatch' as discussed in the podcast?
The speaker claims to have coined the word 'biznatch' while playing video games in his room in the early 2000s. He later heard it being used by others, including his sister's friend, and believed it had spread from his isolated use.
What is the significance of Hawaiian shirts in the speaker's life?
The speaker believes he single-handedly brought back the popularity of Hawaiian shirts and floral patterns. He started wearing them, faced ridicule, but eventually saw others adopting the style, which he takes credit for reviving.
What is the meaning behind Limp Bizkit's song 'Nookie'?
The song 'Nookie' by Limp Bizkit is about Fred Durst's old girlfriend who betrayed him while he was starting his career in Los Angeles. She used the money he sent home for bills to fund her and another man's drug habits in hotel rooms. The song reflects Durst's decision to stay with her for the sex, referred to as 'the nookie.'
What is the speaker's connection to Limp Bizkit's song 'Rollin'?
The speaker has a strong connection to Limp Bizkit's song 'Rollin' because it was The Undertaker's theme song in WWE for several years. He associates the song with the excitement of watching The Undertaker's entrances and wrestling matches.
What is the speaker's opinion on the difficulty of performing surgery?
The speaker acknowledges that surgery is difficult, especially complex procedures like brain surgery. However, he humorously suggests that certain surgeries, like a colonoscopy, might be easier than they seem, as they involve straightforward tasks like guiding a camera.
What is the significance of the shell and ocean sound myth discussed in the podcast?
The speaker reflects on the childhood myth that holding a shell to your ear allows you to hear the ocean. He initially believed it was the sound of his own blood rushing but later learned it was a collection of ambient sounds. He nostalgically wishes he could still believe in the magic of such childhood myths.
What is the speaker's opinion on the Trump and Luigi arrest photos?
The speaker finds both the Trump arrest photo, where he was bleeding, and the Luigi arrest photo, where he was surrounded by police, to be iconic. He humorously compares the Luigi photo to the cover of a debut hip-hop album, while the Trump photo is striking due to the visual of him bleeding.
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