Cleared Hot: Negligent Discharge Friday - 5/30/25

Hosts: Andy Stumpf and Michael

Release Date: May 30, 2025

1. Michael's European Adventures [03:51 - 07:48]

The episode kicks off with Andy and Michael delving into Michael's recent European vacation, aptly titled "Michael's European Adventures." Michael shares insights into his family's heritage trip, emphasizing the significance of exploring their roots.

• Family Heritage Exploration: Michael discusses visiting Norwich in the UK, where their ancestral village resides. He remarks, “We had, like, a whole church to ourselves. It's a small church, but it's pretty cool” ([05:35]).

• Dublin Base: The family was based in Dublin, allowing them to explore nearby regions within a two-hour train ride. Michael shares, “We were in Dublin. We were like based in Dublin. But everywhere we wanted to go was like at most a two-hour train ride” ([05:49]).

• Cultural Experiences: The conversation touches on enjoying Guinness in Ireland, with Michael affirming, “Yeah, it is better in Ireland” ([06:03]).

• Family Bonding: Traveling with a large family, including grandparents and cousins, provided a rich bonding experience despite the challenges of managing seven people. Michael reflects, “Traveling with seven people, that is a lot” ([11:19]).

2. Personal Dynamics and Relationships [07:48 - 28:07]

After the travel segment, Andy and Michael navigate through personal topics, particularly focusing on their dynamic and the perception of their relationship by listeners.

• Audience Perception: Andy addresses an email from a listener urging him to "stop pushing your fantasy of a woman on Michael." He states, “I realized there's such a difference between somebody hearing what you're saying and listening to what you're saying” ([07:54]).

• Friendship Banter: The hosts engage in lighthearted banter about loneliness and relationships, with Michael admitting, “It's really. I mean, once you get past the being by yourself, it's not lonely” ([08:54]).

• Operation Mishap – Base Jumping Plans: They introduce a new series titled "Operation Mishap," discussing their adventures in base jumping. Andy reassures Michael about the safety measures in place, saying, “It’s gonna happen, and you are gonna steer it into the water and you're gonna be good” ([10:47]).

• Future Travel Plans: The duo contemplates future vacations, mentioning potential trips to Puerto Rico and Croatia. Michael expresses interest in Croatia, noting, “I've heard it's similar to Italy” ([42:55]).

3. Wildlife Interactions and Safety [28:07 - 43:59]

Transitioning from personal stories, Andy and Michael address the often-dangerous interactions between tourists and wildlife, emphasizing the importance of respecting nature.

• Yellowstone Encounters: Andy recounts an incident in Yellowstone National Park where tourists attempted to interact closely with a bighorn sheep. He observes, “Why do people do that?” ([30:29]).

• Wildlife Respect: The hosts stress the importance of not making eye contact or attempting to engage with wild animals. Andy advises, “Don’t make eye contact either” ([31:38]).

• Grizzly Bear Incident: They discuss a video featuring a man irresponsibly feeding a grizzly bear bread, highlighting the potential dangers. Michael succinctly sums it up, “That's kind of crazy” ([31:03]).

4. Predator Interview and Crime Discussion [28:07 - 43:59]

A significant portion of the episode is dedicated to dissecting a chilling interview with a predator who discusses his motives and methods.

• Analyzing the Predator's Motives: The predator explains his calculated approach to selecting victims, stating, “I worked with people who had younger brothers. I socialized with those people so I could get in touch with their younger brothers and begin grooming process” ([38:23]).

• Hosts' Reaction: Andy and Michael express their disbelief and horror at the disturbingly methodical nature of the predator's actions. Andy comments, “I think violence should be avoided at all costs” ([40:10]).

• Moral Reflections: The conversation shifts to the ethics of violence and personal safety, with Michael pondering the nature of survival instincts in such dangerous encounters.

5. Hypothetical Alien Invasion Call Signs Q&A [31:53 - 37:50]

In a lighter yet imaginative segment, Andy poses a hypothetical scenario to Michael about assigning call signs during an alien invasion.

• Assigning Call Signs: The hosts humorously brainstorm call signs for various personalities, reflecting their camaraderie and playful rapport. For instance, Andy assigns Evan Hafer the call sign “Micro SF” ([32:30]) and suggests “Domestic Terrorist” or “DV1” for Mike Glover ([32:53]).

• Self-Designation: Michael contemplates his own call sign, eventually settling on “Pussy Viper” and “Cabbage Patch” as humorous options ([37:03]).

• Creative Exchange: The segment showcases their ability to engage creatively, blending humor with tactical thinking.

6. Closing Remarks and Future Topics [37:50 - 43:59]

The episode concludes with reflections on personal relationships and upcoming topics.

• Family Anecdotes: Andy shares a humorous story about his father, illustrating generational differences and connections. He recounts, “She looked at him and said, grampy, you know what it is?” ([43:22]).

• Upcoming Content Tease: Andy hints at future explorations and discussions, leaving listeners anticipating the next episode’s content.

Notable Quotes

• Andy on Family Heritage Trip: “We had, like, a whole church to ourselves. It's a small church, but it's pretty cool” ([05:35]).

• Michael on Guinness in Ireland: “Yeah, it is better in Ireland” ([06:03]).

• Andy on Audience Perception: “I realized there's such a difference between somebody hearing what you're saying and listening to what you're saying” ([07:54]).

• Michael on Loneliness: “It's really. I mean, once you get past the being by yourself, it's not lonely” ([08:54]).

• Andy on Base Jumping Safety: “It’s gonna happen, and you are gonna steer it into the water and you're gonna be good” ([10:47]).

• Andy on Wildlife Respect: “Don’t make eye contact either” ([31:38]).

• Predator's Statement: “I worked with people who had younger brothers. I socialized with those people so I could get in touch with their younger brothers and begin grooming process” ([38:23]).

• Andy on Violence: “I think violence should be avoided at all costs” ([40:10]).

• Andy on Call Signs: “Domestic Terrorist” or “DV1” ([32:53]).

This episode of Cleared Hot weaves together personal stories, ethical discussions, and light-hearted segments, showcasing Andy and Michael's dynamic rapport. From exploring family heritage in Europe to confronting the harsh realities of wildlife interactions and violent crimes, the hosts provide listeners with a blend of insightful commentary and engaging banter. The inclusion of humorous hypotheticals, like assigning call signs during an alien invasion, further adds to the episode's appeal, making it both thought-provoking and entertaining for those tuning in for the first time.