Podcast Summary: Nadie Sabe Nada – Ecos de váter (22/12/2018)

Overview of the Episode

In this episode of Nadie Sabe Nada, Andreu Buenafuente and Berto Romero blend their trademark improvisational humor and wit with candid, free-flowing conversation. The duo jumps from domestic anecdotes and playful philosophical questions to discussing ghosts, family traditions, and absurd games. The episode unfolds like an entertaining, spontaneous jam session—true to the spirit of "en el fondo, nadie sabe nada."

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Domestic Life and Nocturnal Adventures

• [00:30-06:29]
  • Berto describes a comical bedtime scenario at home, struggling to find a spot in his crowded bed—occupied by his wife, their elderly Irish setter, and a one-eyed cat.
  • Andreu relates with his own stories about sleep and family arrangements, rejecting the notion of sleeping on the sofa as a form of defeat.

Memorable quote:

• "El bulto de mi mujer sí que lo reconozco después de tantos años. Tienes una lectura del espacio muy concreta."
  (Berto Romero, 02:22)

• The lively banter sets the tone, with humor stemming from real experiences and playful exaggeration.
• Both hosts riff on how animal and human family members stake claims in the nuptial bed.

2. Ghost Stories and Paranormal Neighbors

• [07:28-12:52]
  • Andreu introduces a neighborhood supernatural “testimonio”—a neighbor suspects Lola Membrives’ ghost causes elevator malfunctions in the theatre building.
  • Recording from “Juanfer,” the neighbor, adds quirky realism to the tale.

Memorable quote:

• "Un problema mecánico lo tienen como mitigado porque lo han asociado a lo paranormal y entonces allí nadie arregla nada, o sea, muy bien."
  (Berto Romero, 11:05)

• The hosts laugh about blaming everyday household problems, like leaky faucets or bad fridge odors, on ghosts to avoid repairs.
• They riff on the etiquette and dignity of ghosts—"Puedo ser fantasma, pero tengo mi dignidad, ¿no?" (Andreu, 08:41)

3. Interactive Audience: Viral Songs and Youtubers

• [13:16-15:45]
  • A listener from the audience clarifies for Andreu the origin of the song “Hay que ser minero,” which Andreu’s kids sing; it’s a viral Minecraft parody by El Rubius, not a family invention.
• Andreu jokes about being “threatened” by El Rubius' cultural power over the youth. Both hosts wax nostalgic about their own family and television backgrounds.

Memorable quote:

• "El Rubius es como los Beatles."
  (Andreu Buenafuente, 14:40)

4. Filosofía Barata (Cheap Philosophy) and Absurd Questions

• [16:11-21:41]
  • The hosts address a listener’s philosophical paradox: "¿Es cierto que miento si afirmo que lo que digo es falso?"
  • They spiral humorously into the confusion, poking fun at the value (and futility) of “filosofía barata.”
• More audience questions follow, such as the length of toilet paper rolls and the measurement of Black Friday versus holidays—answered in typical nonsensical fashion.

Memorable quote:

• "No he entendido nada de lo que hemos hecho. Yo tampoco, pero eso le pasa."
  (Both, around 20:00)

5. Random Anecdotes and Social Observations

• [22:01-28:04]
  • Listeners inquire about what’s sexy in an “afilador” (knife sharpener). The hosts riff about the subjective sexiness of various trades.
  • Discussion of luxury cars and the impracticality of enormous “biplaza” vehicles, peppered with jokes about the quirks of wealthy motorists.
• They note the resemblance of high-end car names to pasta (Bugatti, Maserati, etc.).

Memorable quote:

• "Los nombres de coches caros son como nombres de pasta italiana: Bugatti, Maserati, Lamborghini, Fettuccini..."
  (Berto Romero, 27:35)

6. Exploring the Theatre Bathroom: The Epidemic of Echoes

• [28:05–38:05]
  • Berto invites Andreu to a little-explored bathroom in the theater, in search of its famed echoes.
  • Both hosts test the “eco de váter,” marveling at the resonant acoustics and suggesting listeners send in their own bathroom echo recordings.
• Music trivia: Berto tells how Manolo García wrote “Insurrección” while in the lavatory.

Memorable quote:

• "Acabáis de aplaudir a dos tíos saliendo de un lavabo."
  (Berto, 38:05)

7. Listeners’ Games and Interactive Antics

• [41:03–48:13]
  • An audience member brings a “ruleta rusa” for fingers—players place a finger in a gadget that may give a mild electric shock. Several brave souls, including Irene, play.
  • Berto humorously narrates the experience, claiming the true justice is that the game’s bringer got shocked himself.

Memorable quote:

• "¿Has pensado que esto podía interesar en un programa de radio también? Se siente. Se siente. La descarga está presente."
  (Berto, 47:54)

8. On Presidential Nightmares and Final Reflections

• [48:51–50:53]
  • The duo ponders the nightmares of Spanish presidents—agreeing Mariano Rajoy probably slept soundly.
  • They muse on the fleeting nature of each episode, their affection for each other, and surreal plans to prank each other in the afterlife.

Memorable quote:

• "Te quiero mucho, tío." – "Yo te quiero más. Con eco. Te quiero con eco."
  (Andreu & Berto, 50:16–50:19)

9. Call to Action: Echoes of the World

• [38:05, 50:33]
  • Listeners are encouraged to record and send in their own bathroom echoes and odd audio artifacts for future episodes.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

| Timestamp | Quote | Attribution | |---|---|---| | 02:22 | "El bulto de mi mujer sí que lo reconozco después de tantos años. Tienes una lectura del espacio muy concreta." | Berto Romero | | 08:41 | "Puedo ser fantasma, pero tengo mi dignidad, ¿no?" | Andreu Buenafuente | | 11:05 | "Un problema mecánico lo tienen como mitigado porque lo han asociado a lo paranormal y entonces allí nadie arregla nada, o sea, muy bien." | Berto Romero | | 14:40 | "El Rubius es como los Beatles." | Andreu Buenafuente | | 20:00 | "No he entendido nada de lo que hemos hecho. Yo tampoco, pero eso le pasa." | Andreu y Berto | | 27:35 | "Los nombres de coches caros son como nombres de pasta italiana: Bugatti, Maserati, Lamborghini, Fettuccini..." | Berto Romero | | 38:05 | "Acabáis de aplaudir a dos tíos saliendo de un lavabo." | Berto Romero | | 47:54 | "¿Has pensado que esto podía interesar en un programa de radio también? Se siente. Se siente. La descarga está presente." | Berto Romero | | 50:16 | "Te quiero mucho, tío." | Andreu Buenafuente | | 50:19 | "Yo te quiero más. Con eco. Te quiero con eco." | Berto Romero |

Important Timestamps for Segments

• 00:30 – Start of domestic anecdotes about sleeping arrangements
• 07:28 – Introduction to ghost story and neighborhood mysteries
• 13:16 – Audience clarifies the "Hay que ser minero" meme
• 16:11 – Filosofía barata: paradoxical question
• 22:01 – Crowd-sourced questions, including sexy trades
• 28:05 – The great bathroom-echo expedition
• 41:03 – "Ruleta rusa" electric finger game
• 48:51 – Presidential nightmares & closing reflections
• 50:33 – Call for listener-submitted bathroom echoes

Tone & Style

• The tone throughout is informal, quick-witted, and self-deprecating, with both hosts riffing freely on whatever comes up, always looping back to humor—even as they occasionally touch on deeper existential and philosophical themes.
• Audience engagement is high, both live and with home listeners encouraged to send audio.
• Frequent callbacks to previous shows and ongoing in-jokes (e.g., Samanté, bathroom echoes) create a feeling of continuity and in-group fun.

Summary for New Listeners

If you missed the episode, you’re in for a whirlwind of intimate storytelling, surreal humor, spontaneous games, and the kind of chemistry and warmth Andreu and Berto are famous for. No topic is too mundane or too absurd: from the existential crises of cats in bed, to the resonance of bathroom acoustics, to philosophical wordplay and playful audience participation—even electric shocks! The show’s secret? Making every random detail entertaining and every listener feel like part of the ongoing inside joke.

Recommended action:
Record your best bathroom echo and share it with the team. As Berto said: "Trabajamos este tipo de colaboraciones. Sonidos callejeros, cosas imprecisas, documentos no certificados, descargas eléctricas. Este es nuestro ámbito de trabajo. Y el escenario es la vida." (50:35)