Emergency Intercom – Episode Summary: "Last Episode for a While… Sorry"
Release Date: January 3, 2025
Hosts: Enya Umanzor & Drew Phillips

Emergency Intercom, the comedic brainchild of Enya Umanzor and Drew Phillips, delivers a whirlwind of candid conversations, personal anecdotes, and humorous banter in their final episode before a temporary hiatus. This episode delves deep into the hosts' reflections on the past year, their resolutions for 2025, mental health struggles, and playful trend forecasting—all peppered with their signature wit and irreverence.

1. Reflections on the Past Year

The episode kicks off with the hosts sharing their emotional and tumultuous experiences from the previous year. Enya opens up about the challenges she faced, stating, "My life has been a living hell for the last week" ([04:36]). Drew echoes similar sentiments, emphasizing her gratitude despite the hardships, "I really don't want it to go unseen that I am so grateful for the life I have" ([02:15]).

2. Resolutions and Goals for 2025

A significant portion of the episode is dedicated to the hosts' resolutions—what they're "leaving in 2025." They humorously tackle habits they'd like to break and new ones they'd like to adopt:

• Enya's Resolutions:

  • Heart Palpitations: "Those are canceled. They're out." ([04:00])
  • Vaping: "Vaping is, like, literally just embarrassing." ([06:20])
  • Eye Contact: "We're leaving eye contact in 2025." ([08:43])
  • Irony Poisoning: Enya declares, "If you see me being irony poisoned and making sarcastic remarks... I want to be more sincere."

• Drew's Resolutions:

  • Vaping: "I'm stopping this year. My puff bar died yesterday." ([06:32])
  • Doom Scrolling: "I'm trying to get off my phone this year." ([27:24])
  • Holding Pee and Avoiding Doctor Visits: "I'm staying up too late... I want to get better at actually sleeping." ([28:28])

Both hosts emphasize a move towards healthier habits and greater sincerity in their interactions.

3. Personal Anecdotes and Mental Health Discussions

Enya and Drew bravely discuss their mental health struggles, providing listeners with an unfiltered look into their lives:

• Enya's Journey:

  • She reveals her coping mechanism of suppressing emotions through humor: "I'm gonna keep laughing. I'm gonna keep shoving it down until we have some time away so I can cry" ([05:18]).
  • Enya also shares her obsessive tendencies regarding crushes, detailing her invasive search for information about someone she has feelings for: "I went crazy. I found his family... I paid $30 to subscribe to truthfinder.com" ([41:24]).

• Drew's Struggles:

  • Drew opens up about her panic attacks and anxiety: "I have panic attacks at least six times a year" ([56:39]).
  • She discusses her difficulties with expressing genuine emotions and fears of misandry: "There is a rhyme and a reason... I want people to fear me" ([32:44]).

Their vulnerability fosters a sense of solidarity, reminding listeners that they're "in this together."

4. Trend Forecasting for 2025

In their characteristic humorous style, Enya and Drew present a mock trend forecast for the upcoming year, blending absurdity with sharp social commentary:

• Fashion Trends:

  • Blue Jeans and White Shirts: "Blue jeans means white shirt. Firemen have more fun on the earth." ([37:39])
  • Cheetah Print: "Cheetah print is in." ([37:31])

• Hygiene and Lifestyle:

  • Underwear Consumption: A playful debate ensues about the necessity of daily underwear changes: "We need to just banish underwear" ([37:14]).
  • Showering: "We’re leaving showering in 2024." ([16:55])

• Social Movements:

  • Sincerity and Unity: Enya predicts, "Loving thy neighbor... unity and union" will be significant themes ([38:40]).

These forecasts serve as comedic relief while subtly critiquing societal norms and behaviors.

5. Media Picks and Recommendations

The hosts share their favorite media of the week, offering listeners a glimpse into their personal tastes:

• Movies:

  • Portrait of a Lady on Fire: Enya praises its emotional depth, saying, "It made me think about all the moms out there... love that we can't even begin to comprehend for our offspring" ([55:45]).
  • Letterbox: Despite reservations, Enya admits, "I have never cried at a movie like that ever in my life."

• Music:

  • Fleetwood Mac's "Walk a Thin Line" and Bob Carpenter's "Miracle Man" are highlighted as standout tracks ([58:03]).

• Miscellaneous:

  • Drew mentions Tiny Desk performances, underscoring their appreciation for diverse musical expressions ([58:25]).

6. Final Thoughts and Farewell

As the episode winds down, Enya and Drew reflect on their friendship and the impending hiatus:

• Enya's Emotional Farewell:

  • "It hurts me sometimes thinking about everybody... I'm dying for it to change" ([50:48]).

• Drew's Optimism:

  • Despite challenges, Drew expresses hope: "I am incredibly optimistic, out of pure survival mode" ([55:27]).

The episode concludes with heartfelt well-wishes: "Peace, love, prosperity, respect, health to you and yours. Sleep tight tonight. Bye." ([60:02]).

Notable Quotes

• Enya Umanzor:

  • "We're leaving eye contact in 2025." ([08:43])
  • "I have been internalizing and been laughing at it for far too fucking long, and it is not funny." ([05:03])
  • "Change your underwear daily is in." ([36:16])

• Drew Phillips:

  • "I'm going into 2025 with nothing but delusional positivity." ([02:05])
  • "I'm not a good texter. It's never gonna happen." ([21:40])
  • "I'm going to throw tomatoes." ([14:05])

Conclusion

In this emotionally charged and humor-laden episode, Enya and Drew offer a raw and relatable glimpse into their lives, tackling personal struggles, societal observations, and light-hearted forecasts with equal fervor. Their ability to intertwine vulnerability with comedy makes Emergency Intercom a unique and engaging listen, leaving listeners eagerly anticipating their return.