Emergency Intercom Podcast Summary: "Drew Has A Crush"
Release Date: June 17, 2022
Hosts: Enya Umanzor (Kai) and Drew Phillips
Episode Title: Drew Has A Crush
1. Kai's Musical Endeavors with Lorde
The episode kicks off with Kai revealing an exciting personal achievement—drumming for the internationally acclaimed artist Lorde during her tour in Ireland.
- Kai: "I literally was drumming for Lorde in Ireland." (00:53)
Drew playfully teases Kai about not leveraging this experience to boost Lorde's sales, highlighting the potential chaos and awkwardness it could have introduced during performances.
- Drew: "You should have probably told everybody that. You would have boosted her sales, like, so much." (01:07)
Kai explains his reluctance to shift the show's focus to himself, emphasizing that it's all about Lorde. He also shares a humorous incident where a TikTok video of him drumming gained attention.
- Kai: "If people knew I was drumming for her, it would have been like an actual dangerous situation." (01:27)
2. Balancing Podcasting and Touring
Drew commends Kai for managing both the podcast and being on tour with Lorde, acknowledging the hectic travel schedule involved.
- Drew: "Honestly, congrats. Like, kudos for that, dude." (02:16)
Kai elaborates on the demanding itinerary, which includes flying between countries and recording multiple podcast episodes in quick succession.
- Kai: "It's like the craziest schedule ever here." (02:43)
3. Lollipops Review: Yum Earth Organic Pops
Transitioning to lighter topics, Drew and Kai discuss their favorite lollipops, specifically praising Yum Earth Organic Pops for their smooth texture compared to other brands that tend to scrape the tongue.
- Drew: "We found the best lollipops ever." (02:55)
- Kai: "It's almost like you're making out with a cat." (04:10)
4. Reactions to Near Misses While Driving
The hosts delve into their differing reactions when someone almost gets hit by a car. Kai shares a personal anecdote where his friend overreacted, causing Kai to become angry instead of empathetic.
- Kai: "If I almost hit you with my car and you throw your hands up, it makes me actually want to press on the gas more until I squash." (04:49)
Drew contrasts this by expressing discomfort with showing vulnerability, suggesting it's more embarrassing than demonstrating care.
- Drew: "It's way more embarrassing to, like, show that you cared." (05:01)
5. Caring for Their Cat, Azul
A significant portion of the episode focuses on Drew and Kai's experiences with their cat, Azul, who recently had an allergic reaction to fleas. They discuss the challenges of managing Azul's care, including the use of a plastic cone to prevent her from licking her wounds.
- Drew: "She was fully fine because I literally got her ointment yesterday." (06:35)
- Kai: "No one wants to lather the cream on Azul because I won." (38:59)
The conversation highlights the difficulties of pet ownership, especially when dealing with medical issues, and the humorous mishaps that can occur, such as Azul accidentally spreading litter around the room.
6. Sock Preferences and Fashion Statements
The hosts share their quirky opinions on socks, debating the merits of high socks versus low socks. Kai expresses frustration with the sizing changes of Uniclose socks, while Drew humorously labels Kai as a "menace to society" for wearing no-show socks.
- Drew: "If you wear no show socks, you're a fucking menace to society." (08:38)
- Kai: "I'm literally killing everybody in the city." (37:18)
7. Reliving Embarrassing Podcast Moments
Reflecting on past episodes, Josiah brings up a particularly embarrassing moment where his shoe disintegrated on camera, leading to awkward reactions from listeners.
- Josiah: "One because my shoe was, like, turning into dust." (08:53)
This segues into humorous exchanges about on-air mishaps and the hosts' ability to laugh at themselves.
8. Personal Struggles: Eczema and Skin Issues
Drew opens up about his longstanding battle with eczema, detailing how it affected his self-esteem during childhood and continues to be a minor concern today.
- Drew: "I used to wear jackets every single day in the summer heat because I didn't want anybody to see the eczema on my arms." (14:11)
Kai empathizes, discussing his own experiences with dry skin and questioning whether it's purely a dermatological issue or exacerbated by bacteria.
9. High School Memories and Education Woes
A nostalgic segment where Kai and Drew reminisce about their high school days, sharing stories of skipping classes, watching movies during lectures, and their overall lack of academic commitment.
- Kai: "I did a bunch of drugs, like a lot." (21:36)
- Drew: "I couldn't tell you what I did when I went to school." (22:18)
They humorously recount specific incidents, such as Drew watching inappropriate content on school devices and Kai's wild prom experiences involving substance distribution.
10. Video Games and Changing Interests
The conversation shifts to their evolving relationship with video games. While Drew expresses his ongoing investment in Fortnite, Kai mentions losing interest in both Fortnite and Call of Duty, attributing it to possible depression.
- Drew: "I've given so much money to Fortnite. It's embarrassing." (18:30)
- Kai: "I'm done playing video games right now. I think I'm literally just depressed." (34:44)
11. Technology Tidbits: New iOS Features
Kai introduces exciting updates in the new iOS, such as the ability to mark messages as unread and delete sent messages from both sender and receiver's devices. They discuss the potential uses and implications of these features.
- Kai: "In the new iOS, you're gonna be able to delete messages that you send." (41:49)
12. Memes and Pop Culture References
Injecting humor, the hosts review and comment on various memes circulating online, blending their unique comedic styles to dissect and lampoon internet trends.
- Kai: "More than a million kids come up missing per year... it's a meme review." (54:32)
They laugh over absurd scenarios and the nonsensical humor that memes often present, showcasing their lighthearted dynamic.
13. Prom Experiences and Alcohol Stories
Kai shares a wild prom story involving excessive drinking, distributing Klonopin, and nearly getting kicked out multiple times. Drew complements this with his own prom-related antics, including using a hairbrush flask.
- Kai: "I almost killed a bunch of kids. Not cool at all." (33:06)
- Drew: "I got a hairbrush flask." (33:16)
These tales emphasize their carefree and rebellious youth, contributing to the episode's comedic tone.
14. Final Thoughts and Teasers
As the episode wraps up, the hosts tease upcoming content, including possible guest appearances and future podcast directions. Drew hints at having a crush, aligning with the episode's title, but keeps the details under wraps for future disclosure.
- Drew: "I got secret info. I'll tell y'all later that it's between us." (48:19)
Kai supports this tease, building anticipation for listeners eager to learn more in subsequent episodes.
Notable Quotes
- Kai: "It's like, a sandpaper effect. It's almost like you're making out with a cat." (04:10)
- Drew: "It's more embarrassing to, like, show that you cared." (05:01)
- Kai: "I almost literally took your life with my vehicle." (05:08)
- Drew: "I'm done buying new things. I can't. I hate being a consumer." (42:36)
- Kai: "I have two different sized feet. I'll post pictures of them." (35:40)
Conclusion
"Drew Has A Crush" offers listeners a blend of heartfelt confessions, humorous anecdotes, and candid discussions about personal struggles and everyday mishaps. Kai and Drew's chemistry shines through as they navigate topics ranging from music tours and pet care to high school escapades and evolving personal interests. The episode wraps up with teasing remarks about Drew's crush, leaving fans eager for the next installment to uncover more personal stories and comedic moments.
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