The Yak – “Cheah’s Jaguar Hair is an ABSOLUTE HIT”

Date: February 2, 2026

Main Hosts: Kyle “KBNoSwag” Bauer, Nick, Brandon Walker, Rone, Lil Sas, Kate, Steven Cheah, Big Cat

Setting: Barstool Yak Live from San Francisco during Super Bowl Week

Episode Overview

This episode of The Yak is broadcast live from San Francisco during Super Bowl week. The crew is in high spirits, discussing the hilariously successful debut of Steven Cheah’s “Jaguar Hair” (a leopard-spot hairdo), sharing travel mishaps, riffing about earthquakes, tornadoes, and local adventures, and, as always, delivering signature offbeat banter. The episode’s main focal point is the dramatic and much-hyped reveal of Cheah’s new hair, executed for a Barstool bet. There’s also a dive into the story of Jackie Papers, a San Francisco local with tales of failed orgies, and abundant group travel silliness.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Steven Cheah’s Jaguar Hair Reveal

[02:00–07:50]

• The show builds up the “Jaguar Hair” reveal, with Cheah wearing a jersey and teasing the group about how some people “will be upset.”
• After a lengthy explanation about the process (four hours, bleach, buzz, Kate’s cousin’s ex’s salon), Cheah reveals the hair to applause and shock.
• Cheah: “I looked in the mirror this morning and I don’t know who’s looking back at me. This is a different person. But it’s exciting.” [05:28]
• The group unanimously decides it looks much better than expected.
• Cheah predicts his new look will last “probably most of Black History Month.” [07:19]
• Kate credits her cousin’s ex, Tina Montesano, for the hair artistry.
• Memorable Quote:
  • Kyle: “That is outrageous.” [05:22]
  • Brandon: “Holy shit.” [05:11]
  • Cheah: “I think this just might be my new look.” [05:19]

2. Chaos of Group Travel — Flights and Arrival in SF

[08:00–10:00, 47:00–51:00]

• The boys swap travel horror stories: Brandon discusses his lengthy bathroom time on the plane, Kate describes an orange juice disaster and leaking seat, and the group laments the size and seat labeling (“50J”).
• Kate: “I was in the very back… by the bathroom. … The guy next to me wanted orange juice and they dumped it directly—soaking into my ass, my underwear, everything.” [49:00]
• The group laughs about the misery and quirks of seating, boarding, snacks, and airplane social etiquette.

3. San Francisco Adventures: Waymo Car Rides & Observations

[14:05–16:19]

• Danny and others gush about the massive prevalence of Waymo (self-driving) cars:
  • Danny: “I’ve never been alone in transit before—pure solitude in motion. … It’s perfect.” [15:31]

4. Earthquake and Natural Disaster Debate

[16:10–23:40]

• The group gets deep into earthquake talk after a minor quake hits the Bay Area.
• KB admits he wants to feel a big one: “I want like an 8.2.” [17:44], which others reject, finding that number terrifying.
• Brandon and TJ flex about their knowledge of the Richter scale; everyone debates what is “safe to want.”
• They compare tornadoes and earthquakes, discussing experiences growing up in different parts of the country.

5. The San Francisco Freak Parade—Jackie Papers and a Failed Orgy

[28:54–34:00]

• Stephen bonds with Kate’s cousin’s friend, “Jackie Papers.” Within 15 minutes, Jackie is telling them about a failed gang bang organized via a sex-positive app.
  • Stephen: “About 10 to 15 minutes into meeting him… he was telling me about a recent failed gang bang.” [29:44]
  • The group interrogates: “How do you fail?”—Jackie apparently had performance anxiety, and his “scheduled time” didn’t pan out.
  • Memorable Quotes:
    • Stephen: “He had a scheduled time. It was in his Google Calendar—10:10 to 10:30 is your time.” [33:21]
    • Kyle: “Him showing up and not being able to get hard… you took one more step than I ever would have taken.” [43:27]
  • Jackie remains a legend—his “exploratory” lifestyle is marveled at.
• Jackie’s social quirks and the tight-knit, progressive, open circles of San Francisco are celebrated.

6. Pepsi Challenge & Product Placement Hijinks

[38:16–39:59]

• The team does a live Pepsi Zero Sugar challenge; Cheah successfully picks Pepsi in a blind test.
• “You deserve taste. You deserve Pepsi Zero Sugar. Let your taste decide and try and go try it today… Steven, you nailed it.” [39:48]

7. Miscellaneous Group Banter and Local Color

Scattered Throughout

• Ongoing debates about local food (In-N-Out: love the burgers, hate the fries [59:02]), San Francisco’s beauty (its hills, parks, dog poop, hummingbirds, and oddball transit), and wild stories from wine country.
• The group ridicules recent viral videos—a boxer’s toupee getting knocked off in the ring [61:24], an Australian chair-smashing bar fight [45:08], and Malisak’s San Francisco “cars in italics” vlog [74:39].
• Cheah is complimented for his new “hot” look: “You actually look hot.” [101:41]
• The group discusses the organization for the week’s “Full House” intro remake, punishments, and other ongoing Barstool bits.

Notable Quotes & Running Jokes

• Cheah Hair Reveal:

  • Kyle: “That is incredible... I’m actually kind of jealous.” [07:02]
  • Kate, on Tina Montesano: “Fabulous. She did a great job.” [08:10]

• SF Earthquakes and Disaster:

  • Kyle: “I want to feel one. I want to ride one.” [19:26]
  • Brandon: “You want like a 4.3… while you’re paying attention.” [18:52]
  • Kate (re: disaster for content): “I don’t wish this on San Francisco, but for our numbies… it'd be great if a good one hit.” [17:24]

• Group Travel Misery:

  • Kate: “It was the biggest plane I’ve ever been on. My seat was 50J… I was in the very back, right by the bathroom.” [48:38]
  • Brandon (on travel): “I pre-ordered the wrong meal.” [50:52]

• Jackie Papers' Orgy Story:

  • Stephen: “He’s the most interesting man alive.” [29:01]
  • Kyle: “Imagine the doctor looking at your penis… ‘Coach, can’t go anymore.’” [31:45]
  • Kate: “He truly is one of the most interesting people.” [30:43]

• Miscellaneous:

  • On cheese: Danny: “I’m disgusted by people who are into cheese. I like to eat it.” [99:26]
  • On birthdays: Kyle: “50 is when life’s supposed to get good again.” [79:39]
  • On redwoods: “I gotta go touch a redwood.” [83:08]

Timestamps for Important Segments

• Steven Cheah’s Jag Reveal: 02:00–07:50, 101:38 (compliments on the look)
• Kate’s Airplane Disaster Story: 48:10–50:28
• Waymo Solitude & SF Observations: 14:05–15:23
• Earthquake/Tornado Debate: 16:10–23:40
• Jackie Papers’ Failed Gang Bang: 28:54–34:43
• Pepsi Challenge: 38:16–39:59
• Full House Filming / Barstool Bits: 36:07, 89:09
• Australian Chair Video: 45:08–46:10
• Boxer’s Toupee Incident: 61:12–62:29
• Closing Banter and Cheese Philosophy: 99:11–100:09

Recurring Themes & Tone

The Yak’s tone is a blend of frat-house mischief, inside jokes, and earnest camaraderie, underpinned by the shared experience of Super Bowl week, a continuous stream of group in-jokes (punishments, failed bits, and recurring travel disasters), and an irreverent, proudly unfiltered take on daily life. Personal vulnerability—whether Cheah’s goofy hair, Kate’s humiliations, or candid chat about sexual exploration (Jackie Papers)—is met with hearty laughter and genuine group encouragement.

Conclusion

This episode captures The Yak at its best: a rolling party of chaotic friends turning travel travails, bizarre local encounters, and silly personal dares into an unending stream of lively, unfiltered content. The highlights—Cheah’s jaguar hair, Kate’s travel disasters, and the wild “Jackie Papers” saga—provide punchy, memorable moments, but the real charm is the natural chemistry and relentless fun that holds it all together.

For Full Context and Maximum Enjoyment:

• Jump to [02:00] for the Cheah hair reveal
• Hit [28:54] for the “Jackie Papers” gang bang story
• Visit [14:05] for the SF/Waymo observations
• [38:16] for the Pepsi Challenge bit
• [48:10] for the worst airplane seat tales

Quote of the Episode:
Kyle (on Cheah’s new look):

“That is incredible... I’m actually kind of jealous.” [07:02]

Kate (on Jackie Papers):

“Truly is one of the most interesting people.” [30:43]

Barstool fans, rest assured: you’ll get weird, you’ll get wild—you’ll get The Yak.