Podcast Summary: Smosh Mouth #54 - "bbno$ Teaches Shayne Music"

Release Date: July 15, 2024

Hosts and Guest:

• Shayne Topp (Shane Madej)
• Amanda Leighton
• Guest: bbno$ (Baby no Money)

1. Welcome and Introduction

The episode kicks off with Shayne and Amanda warmly welcoming bbno$, expressing excitement about his return to the show after his recent bout with COVID-19.

Shayne Madej (00:19): "Thank you so much for coming back."

bbno$ (00:21): "Yeah, thank you."

2. bbno$'s Connection with Smosh

The conversation delves into bbno$'s relationship with the Smosh team, particularly his interactions with Anthony and Ian. bbno$ reminisces about their deep conversations and acknowledges Anthony's positive qualities.

bbno$ (00:47): "I remember the first time I met him, we almost, like, we just dove straight into deep conversation about finding oneself, and I was like, holy shit. This guy's like, a beautiful man."

3. Early Days and Online Culture

Shayne and bbno$ discuss the pivotal moments that shaped online culture, highlighting how bbno$ mentioned Smosh online, which led to their collaboration. bbno$ shares his initial reactions to collaborating with the Smosh team.

Shayne Madej (02:07): "I think Anthony and Ian told me the story. But they reached out to you, right?"

bbno$ (02:07): "So I think I was just mentioning them, and they saw that clip, and then they reached out to me..."

4. World of Warcraft and Homeschooling

A significant portion of the discussion revolves around bbno$'s and Shayne's experiences with homeschooling and their immersion in the game World of Warcraft (WoW). They explore how WoW served as an escape and a creative outlet during their upbringing.

bbno$ (04:22): "Basically my life. My life goal is make enough money, have kids, play. WoW. Ideally, there's going to be a game that's better in it..."

Shayne Madej (05:00): "And that."

5. Creativity, Addiction, and Balance

The trio delves into the challenges of balancing creativity with potential addictions, particularly focusing on video games. bbno$ shares his personal struggles with gaming and how it affects his music production.

bbno$ (11:06): "I have to stick up as baby no money. If you're not lying."

Amanda Leighton (12:35): "I have to like the way you feel about video games sometimes. I am such a workaholic..."

6. The Process of Making Music

bbno$ provides an in-depth look into his music-making process, emphasizing the importance of a healthy lifestyle for creativity. He discusses his collaborative efforts with producer Y2K and outlines his approach to writing and producing music.

bbno$ (17:12): "I'm writing an album right now. And it's like, every time we get in the room, I'm doing it with Y2K..."

Shayne Madej (20:10): "It's similar because you're like, constantly thinking about it..."

7. Evolution of the Music Industry and TikTok's Impact

The conversation shifts to the evolution of the music industry, particularly the role of TikTok in promoting songs. bbno$ reflects on how his song "La La La" became a virally successful track thanks to its integration with TikTok and the Fortnite community.

bbno$ (52:53): "La La La was a shift in culture at the same time because TikTok was becoming such a normalized thing..."

Shayne Madej (50:26): "So you permanently changed the music industry a little bit."

8. Collaborations and Personal Branding

Discussion highlights bbno$'s collaborations, especially with Young Gravy, and how these partnerships have influenced his music. They also touch upon bbno$'s stage persona and his experiences performing in drag, adding a layer of personal storytelling.

Shayne Madej (56:37): "Is Baby Gravy the name of, like, you and Young Gravy combined?"

bbno$ (58:24): "It's kind of disgusting. I just listen to it, boy."

9. Reflecting on Success and Future Projects

As the episode nears its conclusion, the hosts and bbno$ reflect on his musical successes, the lessons learned from viral hits, and his strategies for future releases. bbno$ shares plans for upcoming singles and potential movie projects based on his music.

Shayne Madej (66:51): "Well, damn."

bbno$ (67:00): "Yeah. It's... totally."

10. Closing Remarks

The episode wraps up with heartfelt acknowledgments from bbno$ towards the Smosh team, expressing gratitude for their support and the opportunity to share his music with their audience.

bbno$ (69:16): "I'm blessed. Thank you guys for having me."

Shayne Madej (69:23): "Listen to it, boy."

Notable Quotes with Timestamps

• bbno$ (04:22): "Basically my life. My life goal is make enough money, have kids, play WoW."

• Shayne Madej (05:00): "And that."

• bbno$ (11:06): "I have to stick up as baby no money. If you're not lying."

• bbno$ (17:12): "I'm writing an album right now. And it's like, every time we get in the room, I'm doing it with Y2K..."

• bbno$ (52:53): "La La La was a shift in culture at the same time because TikTok was becoming such a normalized thing..."

• Shayne Madej (56:37): "Is Baby Gravy the name of, like, you and Young Gravy combined?"

• bbno$ (67:00): "Yeah. It's... totally."

Conclusion:

In this engaging episode of Smosh Mouth, bbno$ opens up about his journey in the music industry, the influence of online culture, and the intricate balance between creativity and personal well-being. Through candid conversations and insightful reflections, listeners gain a deeper understanding of bbno$'s artistic process and his impactful collaborations. The episode not only highlights bbno$'s contributions to modern music but also showcases the supportive dynamic between him and the Smosh team.