Podcast Summary: Smosh Mouth Season 1, Episode 40 - "Let The Aliens Vibe"
Release Date: November 20, 2019
Host/Authors: Smosh (Shayne Topp, Amanda Lehan-Canto, and rotating Smosh friends)
Description: Join Shayne Topp (short), Amanda Lehan-Canto (tall), and a rotating Smosh friend as they discuss what’s on their minds, what they’ve found on the internet, and other dumb ideas they’re cooking up.
1. Introduction to Personal Anecdotes
The episode begins with the hosts sharing personal stories from their childhood, setting a relatable and humorous tone for the discussions ahead.
Courtney Miller recounts her unique experience of being left at school, leading to an unusual friendship with the school custodian:
"My first really good friend that I had in middle school was actually the custodian... I would hang out with him and trade Pokémon cards."
[09:27]
Shayne Topp adds to the narrative by sharing how his mother almost named him Andrew, highlighting the quirky dynamics of their relationships:
"She was gonna name me Andrew, but then she heard an argument about bagels and thought, no, it sounded better."
[09:34]
2. Climate Change and Weather Extremes
The conversation transitions to a serious topic as Shayne Topp discusses the increasing extremity of weather events due to climate change.
"Every event that we have is being created. It is happening more extreme. So if it was ever hot, it's hotter. If it's ever cold, it's colder. If it's ever dry, it's drier."
[00:48]
The hosts delve into the scientific aspects, exploring how Earth's unique climate system exacerbates these extremes compared to other planets like Saturn and Jupiter. Shayne emphasizes the interconnectedness of Earth's hemispheres and the resulting weather patterns:
"Earth is special. Cause we got one super orb of climate where all hemispheres interact."
[22:54]
3. Speculations on Alien Behavior and Interests
A significant portion of the episode revolves around imaginative and humorous speculations about how aliens might perceive and interact with Earth.
Shayne Topp poses a thought-provoking question:
"Weirdest thing that aliens would take as a drug from Earth? Molly."
[01:05]
Courtney Miller humorously agrees, suggesting that aliens might be fans of Earthly music mixes:
"Aliens are just all in on Molly. Aliens are listening to Calvin Harris on Molly."
[26:15]
The hosts envision scenarios where aliens attend human events like Coachella, blending their extraterrestrial culture with human festivities:
"What if some alien showed up to Coachella and everyone was just like, whatever. They're vibing too."
[26:42]
Noah Grossman jokingly speculates about alien motivations:
"How come the aliens aren't helping? Why don't they just come over and be like, what the, dude, they stopped."
[24:10]
These playful discussions are peppered with humorous exchanges, reflecting the group's camaraderie and wit.
4. Experiences with Fear and Haunted Houses
The topic shifts to personal fears and experiences with haunted houses, showcasing the hosts' vulnerability and storytelling prowess.
Olivia Sui shares her intense haunted house experience:
"I was like, okay, maybe this was a mistake... I was just there. I'm like, what are you doing?"
[44:07]
Shayne Topp pitches his own haunted house concept, blending psychological horror with mundane reality:
"It's the scariest haunted house possible. You can only go in as a small group... you just end up watching a family fall apart in front of you."
[43:32]
Courtney Miller adds a chilling story about a haunted apartment owned by one of her friends, linking it to the house's original builder's tragic history:
"The origin of why the house was so haunted was because this guy, he was one of the wealthiest builders... his wife killed herself."
[48:20]
These narratives highlight the group's ability to intertwine personal anecdotes with broader, more fantastical elements.
5. Ghosts and Supernatural Entities Debate
The hosts engage in a lively debate about the existence and nature of ghosts, blending skepticism with open-mindedness.
Shayne Topp expresses his reservations:
"Ghosts give me too many questions for me to believe it as like a legitimate natural phenomenon."
[49:07]
Courtney Miller shares a friend's experiences with a seemingly benevolent ghost, adding a personal touch:
"There are friendly ghosts. Like, my friend lived in an apartment with a friendly ghost."
[50:45]
Olivia Sui discusses media portrayals and real-life testimonies, questioning the authenticity of certain ghost stories:
"You have a bunch of losers... it's hard to get an acting job because you could have, like, can you imagine all my waiters?"
[51:56]
The debate underscores the hosts' diverse perspectives, fostering an engaging and thought-provoking dialogue.
6. Humorous and Bizarre Stories
Interspersed with serious topics, the hosts share a series of humorous and bizarre stories that add levity and showcase their unfiltered personalities.
Shayne Topp recounts an odd experience involving a dead moth in a joint:
"He rolled a dead moth that he found into this guy's joint and then he smoked."
[41:07]
Noah Grossman shares his discomfort with spiders, culminating in a humorous exchange:
"There's a spider on my ceiling. He's been there for two days... He's just getting closer to my bed each day."
[36:50]
Olivia Sui describes a terrifying yet oddly amusing haunted house experience, blending horror with comedy:
"I was just there... like, why did I sign up for this?"
[44:07]
These stories enhance the episode's entertainment value, balancing the heavier topics discussed earlier.
7. Conclusion and Merchandise Promotion
As the episode winds down, the hosts transition seamlessly into promoting their merchandise, maintaining their signature humor.
Noah Grossman encourages listeners to engage with their merch:
"If you want to submerge yourself in our pizza place merch, we have various different kinds... we also have mugs."
[60:22]
Olivia Sui and Shayne Topp add playful commentary about their products, ensuring the promotion feels organic and in line with the episode's tone:
"You have one that's upside down. And I love it."
[60:43]
The episode concludes with their trademark banter, leaving listeners amused and connected.
Notable Quotes with Timestamps
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Shayne Topp:
"Weirdest thing that aliens would take as a drug from Earth? Molly."
[01:05] -
Shayne Topp:
"Every event that we have is being created. It is happening more extreme..."
[00:48] -
Olivia Sui:
"Dogs can sense like a heart attack."
[00:30] -
Courtney Miller:
"My first really good friend that I had in middle school was actually the custodian."
[09:27] -
Shayne Topp:
"Ghosts give me too many questions for me to believe it as like a legitimate natural phenomenon."
[49:07] -
Noah Grossman:
"There's a spider on my ceiling. He's been there for two days..."
[36:50] -
Shayne Topp:
"We were at a Mexican restaurant, and there were these drunk girls that walked by our table..."
[05:05]
Final Thoughts
"Let The Aliens Vibe" exemplifies Smosh's ability to blend humor with meaningful discussions. Through personal anecdotes, speculative dialogues, and light-hearted banter, the hosts create an engaging and entertaining podcast experience. Whether debating the realities of climate change, pondering alien interactions, or sharing bizarre stories, Smosh Mouth delivers content that is both amusing and thought-provoking.