Armstrong & Getty On Demand: “I Agree With Snoop”

Date: August 25, 2025
Podcast: Armstrong & Getty On Demand
Host: iHeartPodcasts

Episode Overview

In this episode, Armstrong, Getty, and a female guest dive into cultural perceptions of masculinity—focusing on male hands and strength—before shifting to a discussion fueled by a viral Snoop Dogg story about encountering “wokeness” in children’s movies. They unpack generational expectations, social signaling, and cultural clashes over family entertainment, lacing the conversation with humor and anecdotes.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Masculinity, Strength, and “Guy Hands” (03:51–08:07)

• Viral Moment: The conversation opens with a review of a recent video showing a New York politician failing to bench press 135 pounds for a photo op (03:51).
  • Insight: Co-hosts question the wisdom of putting yourself in a potentially embarrassing situation for social media.
• Riley Gaines Comparison: Riley Gaines, an accomplished swimmer, is mentioned having easily repped 165 pounds—emphasizing a contrast without “mocking strength” (04:44).
• Hands & First Impressions:
  • The female guest expands on how hands (strength, grooming) signal masculinity or cleanliness, sharing anecdotes about off-putting handshakes (05:44).
  • Quote: "I went to shake a guy's hand ... it was the limpest, most small, soft ... it grossed me out." (06:01 - Female Guest)
• Generational Perspectives: The co-host describes growing up with a father who used the condition of a man’s hands as a proxy for character and hard work (05:07).
• Cultural Observations: Both men and women on the show share how “dead fish” handshakes and overly aggressive grips both leave negative impressions.
• Fitness Tangent: Discussion briefly spills into fitness and gym routines, poking fun at exercise names (“Bulgarian split squats”) and the co-host’s efforts to avoid “bird legs” (07:44).

2. Snoop Dogg and “Wokeness” in Kids’ Movies (08:07–12:20)

• Snoop’s Viral Commentary: Snoop Dogg’s recent public statement about being uncomfortable having to explain a same-sex parenting storyline to his grandchild during “Lightyear” is played and discussed (08:19–09:19).
  • Notable Quote (audio clip):
    “Papa Snoop, how’d she have a baby with a woman, she a woman? … I didn’t come in for this. I just came and watched the goddamn movie.” -- Snoop Dogg (08:19)
• Panel Reaction: The panel laughs at Snoop’s confusion and frankness, noting his state (“so stoned”), but also agree with his point about being unprepared for unexpected discussions in what should be simple entertainment.
  • Quote: “See, that’s the problem. This is a child’s movie ... they can't get over themselves enough to just leave that type of crap out of it.” -- Female Guest (09:19)
• Cultural & Political Layers:
  • Panelists dissect how the Black community, despite generally voting progressive, tends to hold more conservative views on LGBTQ+ issues.
  • They theorize why some critics can speak freely (e.g., Snoop Dogg) without backlash, pointing to “NATO”–like coalition loyalty in left-wing politics (10:53).
• Box Office Impact:
  • Discussion touches on the commercial failure of overtly “woke” movies (like Snow White “dying at the box office”), suggesting studios care more about inclusive content than profit (11:27).
• Parental Choices:
  • The female guest shares her intention to shield her own future child from politicized content, opting for “old VHS tapes” instead of contemporary Disney (11:52).
  • Quote: “I'm going to bust out all the old VHS tapes ... They aren't even going to know what's happening in today's Disney because I'm not even playing that game.” (11:52)

Notable Quotes

• “I went to shake a guy's hand … it was the limpest, most small, soft … it grossed me out.” – Female Guest (06:01)
• “Papa Snoop, how’d she have a baby with a woman, she a woman? … I didn’t come in for this. I just came and watched the goddamn movie.” — Snoop Dogg (audio) (08:19)
• “See, that's the problem. This is a child's movie... They can't get over themselves enough to just leave that type of crap out of it.” – Female Guest (09:19)
• “Straight white male says that, oh, you’re going to get absolutely killed. But [Snoop Dogg] can say that … it’s the NATO of the political [left].” – Co-host (10:53)
• "I'm going to bust out all the old VHS tapes ... They aren't even going to know what's happening in today's Disney because I'm not even playing that game." – Female Guest (11:52)

Important Timestamps

| Timestamp | Segment Description | |------------|--------------------------------------------------| | 03:51 | Co-host introduces strength/photo-op story | | 05:44 | Female guest describes the significance of hands | | 06:01 | Cringe-worthy handshake story | | 07:44 | Gym talk: “bird legs” & split squats | | 08:07 | Snoop Dogg “Lightyear” anecdote begins | | 08:19 | Audio of Snoop explaining movie awkwardness | | 09:19 | Panel expands on “wokeness” in kids’ movies | | 10:53 | Discussion of left-wing coalition dynamics | | 11:27 | Snow White/box office consequences | | 11:52 | Parental concerns & VHS anecdote |

Memorable Moments

• The panel’s playful ribbing over fitness, strength, and “guy hands,” including the generational expectations and the nightmare handshake story (03:51–07:44).
• Snoop Dogg’s viral movie theater story, met with both laughter and serious discussion about parental discomfort, changing norms, and studio priorities (08:07–12:20).

Tone & Takeaways

The vibe is humorous, candid, and conversational with a blend of nostalgia and cultural critique. The hosts and guest openly share personal stories, societal gripes, and a somewhat skeptical view of forced cultural progressivism in mainstream media, especially when it disrupts what used to be simple, escapist entertainment.

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