Armstrong & Getty On Demand – Episode: "No, I'm Not Gonna..."
Release Date: July 31, 2025
Host: iHeartPodcasts
Introduction
In the "No, I'm Not Gonna..." episode of the Armstrong & Getty On Demand podcast, hosts engage in lively and candid discussions covering a range of contemporary topics. Skipping over the initial advertisements and intros, the conversation delves into internet trends, social behaviors, and sports etiquette, providing listeners with both humor and insightful commentary.
Mukbangs and Internet Trends
The episode opens with Host 2 introducing the concept of mukbangs, a popular internet trend where individuals consume large quantities of food while engaging with viewers online.
Host 2 ([03:55]):
"So have you heard of the trend, the mukbangs, where people eat just obnoxious amounts of food on the Internet? Internet and people watch?"
Host 4 ([04:16]):
"They order everything on the menu. And they're usually people that you would find on like my 600 pound life."
The hosts discuss the phenomenon of mukbangs performed by physically fit individuals who seemingly engage in extreme eating behaviors without actual consumption. Host 2 expresses skepticism and fascination, leading to a humorous debate about the authenticity and motivations behind these videos.
Host 2 ([05:22]):
"This Is at least four to five different kinds of. What the fuck?"
Host 4 ([05:38]):
"She knew exactly what she was doing."
Golf Etiquette and Gender Dynamics
Shifting gears, the conversation transitions to a personal anecdote shared by Host 2 about a golfing experience. He recounts an encounter with a couple on the golf course, focusing particularly on the woman's prolonged bending during her swing setup.
Host 2 ([06:30]):
"She bends over at the waist and I don't know if the tee was malformed or, or what or she was a beginning golfer. She wasn't. She had a great swing."
The discussion evolves into a broader commentary on gender dynamics within sports, specifically golf. The hosts critique the traditional placement of women's tees in golf courses, questioning the rationale behind their proximity to the green despite advancements in athleticism and equipment.
Host 5 ([10:31]):
"It's kind of funny that the whole women's tease being way closer to the green than the men's tease thing continues. In this world of there's no differ men and women, and there's no advantage to a man playing girl sports."
Host 2 ([12:49]):
"I don't think it works for the game, sounds like. But I'd be miserable. You'd have par fours where, you know, theoretically, you can reach the green if you play well in two shots. Putts. There would be par fours that no woman on earth could reach in two shots. So that would be absurd."
Social Commentary and Pop Culture References
The hosts weave in social commentary, touching upon the inclusion of transgender athletes in women's sports and the resistance encountered in traditional settings like golf courses. They reference popular culture to underscore their points, mentioning the sitcom "Always Sunny in Philadelphia" as an example of exaggerated gender dynamics.
Host 4 ([12:49]):
"Have you guys ever seen the show Always Sunny in Philadelphia?"
Host 2 ([13:14]):
"It's very clever. It's one of my favorite shows. I just watched an episode that was all about men dominating women and everything that they do."
Conclusion
Throughout the episode, Armstrong & Getty navigate complex social issues with humor and thoughtfulness. Their discussions on mukbangs reveal the sometimes absurd lengths individuals go to gain online attention, while the exploration of golf etiquette exposes ingrained traditions that may no longer align with modern values. By intertwining personal anecdotes with broader societal observations, the hosts offer listeners an engaging and reflective conversation.
Notable Quotes:
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Host 2 ([05:22]):
"This is insane. It's not going to get better either." -
Host 5 ([10:31]):
"Everybody's accepted the golf tees being that way forever." -
Host 2 ([12:49]):
"The whole women's tease being way closer to the green than the men's tease thing continues."
This episode of Armstrong & Getty On Demand provides a blend of humor, personal stories, and critical analysis of current trends and societal norms, making it both entertaining and enlightening for listeners.
