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Summary

Podcast Summary: Bad Friends – Episode Released on March 28, 2025

Hosts: Bobby Lee & Andrew Santino
Production: 7EQUIS
Release Date: March 28, 2025
Platforms: Instagram, Patreon, TikTok, Website

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1. Opening Segment: The Buzz Balls Commercial Spoof

The episode kicks off with a humorous twist on traditional commercial segments. The hosts parody a fictional advertisement featuring Lonzo Ball, highlighting a product called "Buzz Balls."

• Lonzo Ball's Pitch:
  "Big blue balls. Really? Get blue balls this season with Buzz Balls."
  (00:01)

• Bobby Lee’s Reaction:
  "Ball."
  (00:17)

• Andrew Santino’s Addition:
  "Buzz Balls."
  (00:26)

This spoof sets the comedic tone for the episode, blending absurd product features with the hosts' playful banter.

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2. Guest Interactions and Past Instances

The conversation shifts to discussing previous guests, with a particular focus on an encounter with Hillary Duff.

• Andrew Santino Mentions Past Guests:
  "And it's way too. I don't know who your last psychotic guest was, but."
  (00:43)

• Bobby Lee Responds:
  "Yeah, yeah."
  (00:52)

• Lisa Gilroy Interjects on Respecting Previous Guests:
  "Don't take shots at previous guests."
  (00:26)

• Referencing Hillary Duff:
  "Yeah. Yeah, it was Hillary the Duffster."
  (00:57)
  "The Duffster did like me."
  (00:55)

This segment highlights the hosts' camaraderie and willingness to poke fun at past interactions in a lighthearted manner.

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3. The Magical Farts Chair Discussion

A recurring joke about a peculiar chair filled with farts becomes a focal point of the discussion.

• Andrew Santino Questions the Chair’s Functionality:
  "I can't believe you make your guests sit in this chair full of farts."
  (01:22)

• Bobby Lee’s Explanation:
  "Jack Plant Black sat on that. Yeah. Jack Black farts, which are magical farts."
  (01:28 - 01:32)

• Lisa Gilroy Adds Details:
  "We filled it up one time."
  (01:34)

• Andrew Reflects Personally:
  "It's okay. I had a chair like this in my room when I was a little girl."
  (01:38)

This humorous exchange underscores the hosts' unique and quirky sense of humor, contributing to the show's distinctive identity.

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4. Creative Character Development Game

The hosts engage in an improvised character creation game, showcasing their quick wit and creative synergy.

• Andrew Santino Sets the Challenge:
  "A baker in the 1950s."
  (01:50)

• Bobby Lee Invents a Character:
  "Whoa. The big supply."
  (01:53)

• Lisa Gilroy Encourages Further Creativity:
  "Pretty good."
  (01:57)

• Andrew and Bobby Continue the Game:
  "One of the cars from Cars, but it's broken. And it's a bus. But it's a. It's a. It's a little tiny bus that only a shrimp can see."
  (02:10)
  "Broom. Awesome. Hey, trips, let's go."
  (02:20)

This segment highlights the hosts' improvisational skills and their ability to build upon each other's ideas seamlessly.

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5. Improv Troupes and Industry Insights

The conversation delves into their involvement with improv troupes, specifically "Ascat" and "Dinosaur," adding depth to their professional backgrounds.

• Bobby Lee Inquires About Lisa’s Improv Involvement:
  "What improv troupe are you in?"
  (03:33)

• Andrew Santino Responds on Current Projects:
  "Oh, I guess just right now I do Ascat and Dinosaur."
  (03:37)

• Lisa Confirms the Troupes:
  "Ascat and Dinosaur both. Ucb."
  (03:43)

• Andrew Shares Opinions on Troupe Names:
  "Are those not the two most embarrassing names of things you've ever heard?"
  (03:45)

• Bobby Lee Praises Their Talent:
  "Jason Manzoukas. Yeah."
  (03:56)
  "So talented, you know."
  (04:01)

The discussion provides listeners with insights into the hosts’ comedic roots and their connections within the comedy community.

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6. Nostalgic Sitcom Memories

The hosts reminisce about past acting experiences, specifically referencing the sitcom "Animal Practice."

• Bobby Lee Reflects on Acting:
  "I was on a sitcom called Animal Practice."
  (04:11)

• Andrew Santino Acknowledges the Show:
  "It's so good. Have you seen it?"
  (04:15)

• Bobby Lee Shares a Humorous Take:
  "Shut the fuck up. Why do I. Do I bring up mixology?"
  (04:19)

• Lisa Gilroy Expresses Fondness for the Show:
  "I wish you would. It was my favorite show that I ever did."
  (04:19)

This nostalgic segment adds a personal touch, allowing listeners to connect with the hosts' previous experiences in the entertainment industry.

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7. Promotional Segment: Universal Pictures Advertisement

The episode transitions into a promotional segment for Universal Pictures, endorsing their latest film release.

• Ad Narration Featuring Lonzo Ball:
  "This episode is brought to you by Universal Pictures. Today's the day. From Universal Pictures and Blumhouse come a storm of terror. From the director of the shallows. The woman in the yard. Don't let her in. Where does she come from? What does she want? When will she leave? The Woman in the Yard in theaters now."
  (04:30)

This seamless integration of promotion maintains the episode’s flow while supporting partnerships.

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Notable Quotes

• Bobby Lee on Creativity:
  "You make up a character on the spot. Is that how talented you are?"
  (01:44)

• Andrew Santino on Host Dynamics:
  "If you do that character, you do the character that's like the sidekick of the podcaster."
  (03:04)

• Lisa Gilroy on Character Performance:
  "Welcome back to our show. Idiot. Guess."
  (03:17)

• Bobby Lee’s Humorous Incident Reference:
  "There was a sitcom on NBC called and my. The star was the monkey."
  (04:15)

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Conclusion

This episode of Bad Friends encapsulates the quintessential blend of humor, improvisation, and genuine camaraderie between Bobby Lee and Andrew Santino. From parody commercials and creative games to heartfelt reminiscences and industry insights, the hosts deliver an engaging and entertaining experience for both regular listeners and newcomers alike. Their playful interactions with Lisa Gilroy further enrich the dialogue, making it a memorable installment in the Bad Friends series.

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Instagram | Patreon | TikTok | Website

Hosts’ Social Media:

• Andrew Santino: Instagram | Twitter | YouTube
• Bobby Lee: Instagram | Twitter | Subscribe to TigerBelly

Production by 7EQUIS:
Website | Instagram

Transcript

[Lonzo Ball]

Hey, Lonzo Ball, it's your agent. What's up? I've got a commercial opportunity for you from Buzzball's ready to go. Cocktails. Nice. My last name is Ball. The product is a cocktail in a Ball. I get it. That's what I thought, too. But no. They want you for your hands. They think your big hands will show off the size of their new blue biggies.

[Bobby Lee]

Ball.

[Lonzo Ball]

Big blue balls. Really? Get blue balls this season with Buzz Balls.

[Lisa Gilroy]

Please. You're responsible.

[Andrew Santino]

Buzz Balls.

[Bobby Lee]

Available in spirit, wine and malt. 15 alcohol by volume Basketballs, LLC, Carrollton. Te Mal.

[Lisa Gilroy]

Sh.

[Bobby Lee]

I forgot that part. Sh.

[Andrew Santino]

Did it start? Yes. This sucks already. And it's way too. I don't know who your last psychotic guest was, but.

[Bobby Lee]

Yeah, yeah.

[Lisa Gilroy]

Don't take shots at previous guests.

[Andrew Santino]

Oh, sorry. Was it Hillary Duff?

[Lisa Gilroy]

It was.

[Bobby Lee]

Yeah. Yeah, it was Hillary the Duffster.

[Andrew Santino]

The Duffster did like me.

[Bobby Lee]

Yeah. It happened. What. What is your name?

[Andrew Santino]

Lisa Gilroy.

[Bobby Lee]

Clap around. Clap the hands of the. Lisa. You're so talented. I. I'm enamored by you.

[Andrew Santino]

You're what?

[Bobby Lee]

Enamored. Is that. Is that the right word?

[Andrew Santino]

That's so nice, Bobby. I'm enamored by you.

[Lisa Gilroy]

Okay, Good word.

[Bobby Lee]

Did I get that word wrong?

[Andrew Santino]

No, you got it right. It was beautiful.

[Bobby Lee]

Okay.

[Andrew Santino]

I can't believe you make your guests sit in this chair full of farts.

[Bobby Lee]

Jack Plant Black sat on that.

[Andrew Santino]

Did you fill it up with farts?

[Lisa Gilroy]

We did, yeah.

[Bobby Lee]

Yeah.

[Lisa Gilroy]

Jack Black.

[Bobby Lee]

Yeah. Jack Black farts, which are magical farts.

[Andrew Santino]

Does it get refilled all the time? Because it's pretty firm.

[Lisa Gilroy]

Yeah, never been refilled. We filled it up one time.

[Andrew Santino]

Really?

[Lisa Gilroy]

Yeah.

[Bobby Lee]

Is it not comfortable?

[Andrew Santino]

It's okay. I had a chair like this in my room when I was a little girl. When I was a little girl.

[Lisa Gilroy]

And now you're a big girl?

[Andrew Santino]

Nah, I'm actually pretty big.

[Bobby Lee]

Oh, I like that character. You make up a character on the spot. Is that how talented you are?

[Andrew Santino]

Sure. Give me a suggestion.

[Bobby Lee]

A baker in the 1950s.

[Andrew Santino]

Whoa. The big supply.

[Bobby Lee]

Wow. Did you see that, dude?

[Lisa Gilroy]

Pretty good.

[Bobby Lee]

Yeah. We should call Pixar or something.

[Lisa Gilroy]

Yeah.

[Andrew Santino]

Call Pixar.

[Bobby Lee]

Yeah.

[Lisa Gilroy]

Do you have.

[Bobby Lee]

What?

[Lisa Gilroy]

Give me a character you call Pixar. Pixar?

[Bobby Lee]

Yeah. I can call Pixar.

[Lisa Gilroy]

Really?

[Andrew Santino]

I'll give you a character.

[Bobby Lee]

Yeah.

[Andrew Santino]

One of the cars from Cars, but it's broken. And it's a bus. But it's a. It's a. It's a little tiny bus that only a shrimp can see.

[Bobby Lee]

Okay.

[Andrew Santino]

Santino this one's for Bobby, right? Hey, Santino, look at me. You can have a turn next.

[Bobby Lee]

All right.

[Andrew Santino]

Broom. Awesome. Hey, trips, let's go. That's really good.

[Bobby Lee]

Pretty good.

[Andrew Santino]

Yeah.

[Bobby Lee]

Give Andrew one. He's so good at this.

[Andrew Santino]

Okay. Yours is okay. Okay, okay. Okay. A guy who's like middle aged, who's a podcaster, who lives in la.

[Lisa Gilroy]

Okay. Hey, what's up?

[Bobby Lee]

Yeah, back to the show. Yeah. It's so good.

[Andrew Santino]

Awesome.

[Lisa Gilroy]

I know. His tongue is out.

[Andrew Santino]

Yeah, yeah.

[Bobby Lee]

I'm a psychic. Can I be add on to it or not?

[Lisa Gilroy]

Yeah.

[Bobby Lee]

I'm so sorry.

[Lisa Gilroy]

No, no, no, go ahead.

[Andrew Santino]

Oh, that's funny. Okay.

[Bobby Lee]

You do.

[Andrew Santino]

If you do that character, you do the character that's like the sidekick of the podcaster.

[Bobby Lee]

Okay, go ahead.

[Andrew Santino]

And let's say. Wait, wait. I'll give you more like character stuff to color it out. So like, let's say you're kind of mean and you're kind of stupid. Okay, go.

[Bobby Lee]

Yeah.

[Lisa Gilroy]

Welcome back to our show. Idiot. Guess.

[Andrew Santino]

Yeah. And we had a guest. Yeah. Perfect.

[Bobby Lee]

Perfect.

[Lisa Gilroy]

Right? Good.

[Andrew Santino]

That's so.

[Bobby Lee]

He's confused. He didn't even know that there was a guy.

[Andrew Santino]

Yeah, I got that. I thought you did it.

[Bobby Lee]

Oh, go, please.

[Lisa Gilroy]

Lisa, what company are you in again?

[Andrew Santino]

Yeah, what are you talking about?

[Bobby Lee]

What improv troupe are you in?

[Andrew Santino]

Oh, I guess just right now I do Ascat and Dinosaur.

[Lisa Gilroy]

Ascat and Dinosaur both. Ucb.

[Andrew Santino]

Are those not the two most embarrassing names of things you've ever heard? Yeah, just heard them for the first time as I was saying.

[Bobby Lee]

Who's in dinosaur?

[Andrew Santino]

Paul Shear, Rob Hubel. Rob.

[Bobby Lee]

Enough said. Enough said. Would you like them?

[Andrew Santino]

What am I like them?

[Bobby Lee]

Do you like them?

[Andrew Santino]

Yeah, I love them.

[Bobby Lee]

Jason Manzoukas.

[Andrew Santino]

Jason Manzoukas. Yeah.

[Lisa Gilroy]

So talented, you know.

[Bobby Lee]

Can I tell you, Is this ucb?

[Lisa Gilroy]

Am I wrong? It is ucb.

[Andrew Santino]

It's. No. Our show is monthly at the Largo.

[Lisa Gilroy]

Largo.

[Bobby Lee]

Can I tell you a compliment about Jason Manzukich?

[Andrew Santino]

Sure.

[Bobby Lee]

I was on a sitcom called Animal Practice.

[Lisa Gilroy]

It's so good. Have you seen it?

[Bobby Lee]

Shut the fuck up. Why do I. Do I bring up mixology?

[Lisa Gilroy]

I wish you would. It was my favorite show that I ever did.

[Bobby Lee]

Yeah. So there he is. There was a sitcom on NBC called and my. The star was the monkey.

[Lisa Gilroy]

He's on the right.

[Andrew Santino]

Is that the same?

[Lonzo Ball]

This episode is brought to you by Universal Pictures. Today's the day. From Universal Pictures and Blumhouse come a storm of terror. From the director of the shallows. The woman in the yard. Don't let her in. Where does she come from? What does she want? When will she leave? The Woman in the Yard in theaters now.