The Brilliant Idiots – "Double Bunny With A Side Of Weave" (Dec 17, 2025)

Main Theme / Episode Overview

Charlamagne Tha God and Andrew Schulz, joined by Taylor King, Alex, and Chris, bring their irreverent, unfiltered, and hilarious takes to the week’s trending topics, including celebrity beefs, sports controversies, relationship drama, and social commentary. This episode blends randomness with in-depth conversations about masculinity, pop culture, personal growth, and the chaos of misinformation in the media landscape.

Key Discussion Points

1. Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua – Fight Hype and Payouts (03:24–07:15)

• Charlamagne and Schulz discuss the spectacle and business behind the upcoming Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua boxing match.
  • Admiration for Jake’s fearlessness in facing real fighters.
  • Recognition of Anthony Joshua’s massive draw and international appeal.
  • Both speculate on the incredible purses (up to $90–95 million each).
• Charlamagne: "I told y’all before, I like my white boys who aren’t afraid to die. I like the white boys that really white boy: extreme sports, extreme activity.” (03:39)
• Schulz compares the fight anticipation to when audiences tuned in hoping to see Mayweather lose.

2. Ray J & Diddy Viral Headline – "Diddy Took My Ass" (07:23–10:44)

• The team reacts to a bizarre, hyperbolic headline about Ray J allegedly making jokes or claims regarding Diddy.
  • They debate the seriousness and timing of jokes relating to accusations against Diddy, with Charlamagne doubting the literal truth.
  • Ray J’s previous antics and statements are referenced.
• Taylor: “That’s not the first time he said that, though.” (09:41)
• Attempts to call Ray J live on air fall flat as he sends them to voicemail, adding to the comedic tension.

3. Holiday Traditions & Gendered Pain – Childbirth, Contractions, and "Twerking" (12:01–24:32)

• Taylor talks about celebrating Kwanzaa and plans to put Charlamagne and Schulz through simulated labor contractions.
  • Schulz and Charla riff on men’s vs. women’s pain thresholds, menstrual cycles, and “being built for” pain.
• The conversation devolves (hilariously) into an extended analogy between sexual prowess and "twerking," with the hosts insisting men twerk during sex.
• Charlamagne: “Every man twerks when they have some cheeks.” (24:19)
• “Put your dick on the scale!” becomes a running gag.

4. Double Bunny Scandal: Michigan Football Coach Sharon Moore’s Downfall (25:03–39:31)

• Headline: Coach Sharon Moore accused of inappropriate workplace relationship, stalking, and breaking & entering.
• Dr. Umar’s viral “double bunny” label is discussed—referring to a Black man married to and cheating with white women.
  • Moral debate: Should both Moore and the female staffer face employment consequences?
  • Power dynamics, “don’t shit where you eat” advice, and cultural accountability.
• Charlamagne: “If you’re a married man, don’t cheat. That’s where the problems come into play. If you made that commitment, don’t cheat." (27:20)
• Schulz: “If you actually penalize them equally, it wouldn’t really matter... The second someone felt uncomfortable, they could talk to HR.” (36:01)

5. Sports & Role Models – LeBron James’ Image and NBA’s Next Face (44:59–56:51)

• LeBron’s on-court behavior (referee incident) draws attention, raising questions about superstar entitlement and media treatment.
  • Both hosts argue LeBron’s clean record should be praised, pointing to his unprecedented ability to avoid scandal.
• They explore why the NBA seems reluctant to make international players (Jokic, Giannis, Wembanyama) the league’s marketing centerpiece, preferring an American “face.”
  • What makes a player transcend basketball into cultural phenomenon (Jordan, Steph, AI)—not just skill but relatable style.
• Schulz: “They try to stir up any different... If Bron had another baby mama, people would make the biggest deal of this every single day.” (50:23)

6. Media Contracts & The Art of "Weaving" Out of The Question (42:21–44:54)

• Charlamagne dodges direct questions about renewing his iHeart/Black Effect contract, giving a master class in "weaving" (dodging).
  • Banter about options, business confidentiality, and his future plans.

7. Pop Culture Beef – Timothée Chalamet, Kendrick, and the "White Boy" Fear Trope (64:43–73:49)

• Chalamet’s comments on feeling unsafe while interviewing Kendrick Lamar during a rap beef are roasted.
  • The hosts break down why Chalamet’s comments were “culturally clueless,” as he likened modern rap beefs to life-threatening situations (in a Super Bowl commercial context).
• Charlamagne: “That’s the whitest thing you could say, Timothy!” (68:58)

8. Taylor Swift’s $197 Million Employee Bonus – Generosity & Tour Success (74:01–76:54)

• Praiseful review of Taylor Swift’s practice of personally writing notes and splitting profits with tour staff.
• Charlamagne: “I like like that. I really like when I see people treating their people in that way. Because the easiest thing to do is make money... If I got it, you got it.” (76:20)

9. Trump’s Comments on Rob Reiner’s Death – Political Decency and Empathy (77:05–86:35)

• Trump’s statement blaming Rob Reiner’s murder (by his son) on “Trump Derangement Syndrome” is denounced as “disgusting.”
  • The team reflects on political discourse, empathy, and creating toxic energy.
• Charlamagne: “As president, if you can’t even say ‘rest in peace’ or ‘condolences’... This is just—this is ugly.” (79:54)

10. The Media, AI Misinformation & Cultural Fragmentation (87:37–95:52)

• How podcast/YouTube platforms fuel misinformation and never correct narratives.
  • Need for accountability and end-of-year wrap-ups exposing the most egregious media lies.
  • Anxiety over “deepfakes” (e.g., manipulated T.I. hairline video) and the difficulty of verifying online content.
• Schulz: “News will correct facts, but they don’t correct narrative. And YouTube reaction channels and the YouTubers—they don’t even correct facts.” (89:45)

11. Ask An Idiot – Growth, Imposter Syndrome, and Family Importance (97:07–115:07)

• Favorite moments to relive: Both Andrew and Charlamagne say their wedding days, Taylor controversially picks a Kendrick concert over the birth of her child (“That was a happy moment, but it hurt, though!”).
• Imposter Syndrome: Both admit to experiencing it, mainly when success outpaces self-perception.
  • Charla: “I just got over imposter syndrome... December 2019. I remember sitting down for a commencement speech and... there was a part of me like, who the fuck are they talking about?”
  • Schulz: “I didn’t want my friends and family to come see me do standup early on—let me try to get good at this before I invite them out.”
• Family & Priorities: Both hosts agree family has become more important, with Andrew emphasizing the grounding effect of his wife and child, and Charlamagne urging listeners to spend more time with aging parents and record their stories.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Charlamagne: “Every man twerks when they have some cheeks.” (24:19)
• Andrew Schulz: “If you head coach, if you penalize them equally... it wouldn’t really matter the power dynamic. Because if someone felt uncomfortable, they could go to HR.” (36:01)
• Charlamagne: “The key to success for any kid is not money. It’s two parents in the household. Three parents. Four parents... My support team helps a lot too.” (17:11)
• Schulz on LeBron James: “The worst thing that he does is lightly grab a ref. It’s almost like he’s a victim of how good a guy he’s been.” (48:06)
• Charlamagne: “If what you build only benefits you, it’s not big enough.” (110:18)
• Charlamagne on family: “You cannot get that time back. Anybody that lives close to their parents, yo, take advantage of that shit...” (114:06)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua discussion: 03:24–07:15
• Ray J/Diddy viral headline: 07:23–10:44
• Holiday/contraction/twerking banter: 12:01–24:32
• Sharon Moore double-bunny scandal: 25:03–39:31
• Weaving out of iHeart contract question: 42:21–44:54
• LeBron referee controversy: 44:59–56:51
• NBA “Face of the League” debate: 52:49–56:51
• Timothée Chalamet/Kendrick/white boy fear: 64:43–73:49
• Taylor Swift $197M bonus to staff: 74:01–76:54
• Trump’s remarks on Rob Reiner: 77:05–86:35
• Media & misinformation anxiety: 87:37–95:52
• Ask An Idiot – reliving moments, imposter syndrome: 97:07–115:07
• Family priorities and aging parents: 113:01–115:07

Tone & Language

As always, the conversation is raw, quick-witted, explicit, and deeply reflective beneath the surface-level humor. The hosts weave between significant social issues, outlandish hypotheticals, and personal confessions in a way that balances sharp commentary with entertaining idiocy.

For listeners who missed the episode:
Expect a wild but thoughtful ride through boxing, music, office scandals, NBA superstars, relationship politics, the dangers of digital misinformation, and timeless advice about cherishing family and combating imposter syndrome—a high-energy dose of both idiocy and brilliance, true to the podcast’s name.