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We dive into Chris's epic weekend house party that evolved into a 24-hour rager, complete with barbecue, fire pits, and an Umphrey's McGee concert adventure.

• Chris hosted an all-day party that transformed from a pre-concert gathering to a sunrise after-party
• The crew traveled to the Riverside Theater via city bus, where Chris befriended and smuggled a stranger named Isaac into the concert
• Tony experienced his first Umphrey's McGee show and shares his honest impressions as a first-timer
• The group reminisces about the dangers of flipping through CD binders while driving compared to today's voice-activated music
• Party highlights included outdoor fire pits, projector setups, and guests partying until sunrise despite the time change

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Jay shares his concerns about his 12-year-old son being bullied at school, prompting a candid discussion about generational approaches to handling bullies and what parents can do when their children are targeted.

• The hosts share personal experiences with bullying from their childhoods
• Discussion of different strategies to counter bullies, including the "Eight Mile" approach of owning insults
• Debate about whether each generation gets progressively "softer" than the last
• Tony shares a story about being hit by a friend's father and his grandfather's reaction
• The group explores how physical discipline has evolved across generations
• Jay details his son's situation and the steps he's taken to address the bullying so far
• The hosts weigh whether teaching a child to fight back is effective or potentially harmful
• Consideration of whether "killing with kindness" works or just makes a target appear weaker
• Acknowledgment that today's bullying extends beyond school through social media and technology
• The consensus that at some point, standing up to bullies may be necessary, even if uncomfortable

"Beat the shit out of your bully." - A controversial but heartfelt closing thought from Tony as the hosts wrap up their discussion of this challenging parenting situation.

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This episode delves into the challenges of parenting in a consumer-driven society, contrasting our childhood experiences with modern-day realities. We share personal stories highlighting the nostalgia of starter jackets and the implications of raising overly pampered children in an often disposable world.

• Growing up with significant differences in childhood wealth
• The importance of teaching kids the value of hard work
• Reflections on iconic 90s fashion and nostalgia
• The absurd evolution of children’s footwear trends
• Balancing technology use with childhood experiences
• Navigating the complexities of modern parenting

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