Armstrong & Getty On Demand
Episode: Fat Mike Tyson
Date: February 9, 2026
Podcast by iHeartPodcasts
Overview
This episode of Armstrong & Getty dives into the aftermath of the Super Bowl: from Olympic figure skating highlights to a detailed dissection of the game, halftime show controversies (especially Bad Bunny’s all-Spanish performance), a biting critique of LA’s homelessness spending, discussion of Super Bowl ads—including the “Fat Mike Tyson” spot—and a wrap-up of major global news. The hosts’ signature blend of sarcasm, cultural commentary, and political skepticism is on full display as they analyze mainstream narratives and poke at the absurdities of media, government spending, and pop culture.
Key Discussion Points
1. U.S. Olympic Figure Skating Triumph and Cultural Stereotypes
- Ilia Malinin (“Quad God”) delivers a boundary-pushing performance, landing multiple quads and an unprecedented backflip on one foot to secure team gold.
- Joe Getty marvels at the athleticism and notes the event was overshadowed by the Super Bowl’s timing.
- Jack Armstrong muses on the cultural make-up of male figure skaters, associating the sport with effeminate gay men but emphasizes respect for their extreme skills.
- Quote: “Spectacular athlete...you get to wear a lot of sequins.” (Jack Armstrong, 04:15)
2. The Super Bowl: Gameplay, Halftime, and Ads
The Game
- Described as lackluster and reminiscent of old-school, low-scoring NFL games—contrasting with the high-scoring, pass-heavy modern era.
- Quote: “That was one boring game...Yay. Another field goal.” (Joe Getty, 06:13)
Super Bowl Halftime Show: Bad Bunny Controversy
- Whole halftime show performed in Spanish, with plotlines and messages most viewers had no access to due to the language barrier.
- Hosts question the lack of subtitles or effort to include the majority English-speaking audience.
- Armstrong frames this as “giving the finger” to traditional viewers in favor of global marketing and multicultural signaling.
- Quote: “You made no effort...not even the tiniest effort to appeal to me and my family.” (Joe Getty, 36:38)
- The political undertones (immigration, open borders, anti-ICE) are discussed, along with accusations of media bias conflating “right wing” with any criticism.
- Hosts acknowledge Bad Bunny’s global star power but find the communication choice divisive:
- Quote: “The message is learn Spanish, bitches.” (Jack Armstrong, 38:00)
Super Bowl Ads
- Discussion of the most popular ads: Michelob Ultra, Duncan (Dunkin’), Pepsi, Lay’s Potato Chips, and Budweiser’s patriotic Clydesdale spot.
- Noted trend of viewers disliking AI/tech ads for lack of entertainment value.
- Playful confusion—and mild exasperation—about the star-packed Dunkin’ “Deez Nuts” ad featuring Jennifer Aniston, Tom Brady, and others.
- Quote: “I did not have Jennifer Aniston doing a Deez Nuts joke on my list…” (Joe Getty, 19:19)
- Armstrong is skeptical about pulling emotional heartstrings for junk food marketing.
- Quote: “You tug on my heartstrings and sell me a bag of chips.” (Jack Armstrong, 20:58)
3. LA’s Homeless Spending: “Epic Failure”
- A deep dive into the recent California Post editorial, exposing LA’s $418 million 2025 homelessness expenditure as largely ineffective—only 10% reportedly moves people off the street “for good.”
- Armstrong outlines a cynical view: government inflates crises to funnel money to cronies, fueling a corrupt system that perpetuates, not solves, homelessness.
- Quote: “It’s all a behemoth money pit that offers no light and no end of the tunnel.” (Joe Getty, 09:05)
- Quote: “There are the cynics or activists...and the fools...government exists...as a way to take money from the treasury after identifying a problem.” (Jack Armstrong, 11:33)
4. “Fat Mike Tyson” Super Bowl Ad
- Mike Tyson appears in an ad about obesity, describing himself as formerly 345 pounds, “eating a quart of ice cream every hour.”
- Hosts are shocked, skeptical, and somewhat bemused by the notion of the ex-boxer at that weight.
- Quote: “A quart of ice cream every hour…that’s Mike Tyson during his Super Bowl commercial.” (Joe Getty, 42:15)
5. World News Wrap-Up
- Quick fire discussions:
- Japan’s young generation throws overwhelming parliamentary support to new Prime Minister on a modernizing, anti-China agenda.
- Deadly terrorist attack at a Shiite mosque in Islamabad.
- Iran/US and Ukraine/Russia negotiations show apparent optimism but little movement.
- Uber held liable in first-of-its-kind verdict for a driver’s criminal act.
- Reflection on the U.S.’s global commitments and treaty reliability.
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
Olympic Figure Skating
- Jack Armstrong (04:15): “I’m not trying to be controversial…I love everybody, but there’s a consistency of male figure skaters being effeminate gay men…but a spectacular athlete, right? I mean like…what shall I do? Go to figure skating because it’s like incredibly athletic dancing and you get to wear a lot of sequins.”
Super Bowl Halftime/Bad Bunny
- Joe Getty (36:38): “You made no effort...not even the tiniest effort to appeal to me and my family.”
- Jack Armstrong (38:00): “The message is learn Spanish, bitches.”
LA Homelessness Spending
- Joe Getty (09:05): “It’s all a behemoth money pit that offers no light and no end of the tunnel.”
- Jack Armstrong (11:33): “There are the cynics or activists...and the fools...government exists...as a way to take money from the treasury after identifying a problem.”
Super Bowl Ads
- Joe Getty (19:19): “I did not have Jennifer Aniston doing a Deez Nuts joke on my list of things I expected.”
- Jack Armstrong (20:58): “You tug on my heartstrings and sell me a bag of chips.”
Mike Tyson Ad
- Joe Getty (42:15): “A quart of ice cream every hour…that’s Mike Tyson during his Super Bowl commercial.”
Timestamps for Key Segments
- [03:01] - Olympic figure skating highlight and commentary on gender roles
- [05:27] - Super Bowl: gameplay, halftime, and running commentary
- [06:35] - LA’s homeless program critique
- [13:58] - Super Bowl ads: AI backlash, Dunkin’ commercial, potato chip ad
- [22:37] - Halftime show: Bad Bunny, language barrier, cultural politics
- [42:15] - Mike Tyson’s “fat years” and the government’s healthy eating ad
- [44:29] - Global news wrap: Japan’s election, terrorism, Iran/Ukraine negotiations
Tone & Language
The show’s language is irreverent, skeptical, sometimes sarcastic, and often employs cultural or political references to make deeper points or satirize mainstream narratives. The hosts frequently use humor and rhetorical questions to challenge assumptions and initiate critical thinking in their audience.
Summary
In this post-Super Bowl episode, Armstrong & Getty offer a sharp, humorous, and at times caustic look at everything from Olympic feats and government waste to the multicultural flashpoints of American pop culture. Their breakdown of the Bad Bunny halftime show exemplifies their approach: asking who these cultural moves are really for, and who gets left out. The show is as much about examining media and political messaging as it is about dissecting current events. If you missed the episode, this summary delivers the essence of the discussion and the flavor of the hosts’ approach.