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In this episode, Nicole and Sasheer discuss their recent experiences with strange airport rides. Nicole's Uber driver seemed intoxicated, swerving and speeding, but claimed to be sober when questioned. Sasheer's electric car ride involved the driver pulling over multiple times to allow the car to 'fix itself' before continuing.
They also explore fast-casual restaurant slogans, poking fun at chains like Applebee's, Denny's, and Buffalo Wild Wings. Nicole expresses her love for simple pleasures like soft-serve ice cream in upstate New York. They delve into controversial public art installations, like the infamous 'Turtle Boy' statue in Worcester, Massachusetts, depicting a man appearing to have intercourse with a turtle.
In the listener questions segment, they advise one writer on whether to disclose a friend's husband's apparent dating app activity, cautioning against making assumptions. For the second query, they analyze the complicated dynamics between a woman, her boyfriend, and his persistently flirtatious ex 'friend with benefits,' suggesting she have an honest discussion about boundaries.
Key Episodes Takeaways
- Fast casual dining chains often have cheesy, meaningless slogans
- Public art can sometimes miss the mark in unfortunate ways
- Being transparent about potential romantic partners' pasts and boundaries is crucial
- Friendships with exes can create complicated relationship dynamics
- Nostalgia for certain fast foods and soft serve is real
- Sasheer and Nicole revel in quirky observations and juvenile humor
- Open communication is key when feeling uncomfortable in a relationship
- Bizarre Uber/rideshare experiences seem to be surprisingly common
Top Episodes Quotes
“It wouldn't be my first choice.“ by Sasheer
― Sasheer's understated quote is a funny, wise reaction to Nicole admitting she ate ribs from Applebee's.“I want it like kissing.“ by Nicole
― Nicole's earnest longing for more movie romance strikes a relatable, humorous chord.“Ally's bad. She's a bad news fucking bear.“ by Nicole
― This pithy quote perfectly encapsulates Nicole and Sasheer's view of the problematic 'Ally' situation addressed in the listener question.“But also, if the person who wrote in, like, so easily stumbled upon their account multiple times, there has to be someone who's closer to their circle, who has done the same thing.“ by Sasheer
― Sasheer makes an insightful point about perspectives on the infidelity dilemma raised in the first listener question.
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Best Friends with Nicole Byer and Sasheer Zamata
Earwolf & Nicole Byer, Sasheer Zamata
8/7/24
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