Podcast Summary: Title: This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von
Episode: #594 - Glenny Balls
Release Date: July 3, 2025
Host: Theo Von
Guest: Glenny Balls

1. Tour Announcements

Theo Von opens the episode by sharing updates about his "Return of the Rat Tour," mentioning upcoming dates in cities like Philadelphia, Rochester, New York, Detroit, and Los Angeles. He expresses gratitude for the fans' support and directs listeners to visit his website for tickets.

2. Guest Introduction

Theo introduces his guest, Glenny Balls, an entertainer and podcaster known for being part of the "Sunday Conversation" team with Caleb Presley. They reminisce about spending the weekend together in Las Vegas.

3. Fashion and Cultural Appropriation

Glenny discusses shopping for new shirts with his mother, highlighting a Native American garb he wears, which his mom insisted on purchasing. This leads to a conversation about cultural appropriation.

• Glenny Balls [01:26]: "This is my mom. She forced me to get it today."
• Theo Von [03:29]: "Our whole country is cultural appropriation."

4. Food Talk: Cheese and Charcuterie

The duo delves into their love for cheese, particularly Brie, comparing it to butter. They discuss the rise of charcuterie boards and Glenny's attempts at creating his own.

• Glenny Balls [04:00]: "Bree is basically like butter. It's legitimate butter."
• Theo Von [04:23]: "There are so many times where I'm sitting around at these restaurants..."

5. Diet and Weight Loss Experiences

Glenny shares his weight loss journey, mentioning a peak weight of 355 lbs and his current weight of 257 lbs. They discuss the challenges of maintaining weight, especially on Sunday nights.

• Glenny Balls [10:16]: "Since my top peak weight, I'm at, like, 355..."
• Theo Von [12:40]: "Monday weigh-ins."

6. Concert and Event Experiences

Both recount their experiences attending UFC events and Power Slap shows, highlighting the intense atmosphere and interactions with fighters like Terence Crawford.

• Glenny Balls [27:05]: "Power slap was awesome. It's like a party environment..."
• Theo Von [28:48]: "You make it through that weekend..."

7. Technology Concerns: Wi-Fi Motion and AI

Theo introduces ads for Moonpay, Tru Niagen, Shady Rays, and Shopify. Later, they discuss emerging technologies like Wi-Fi motion sensors and AI, expressing concerns about privacy and surveillance.

• Theo Von [109:35]: "Xfinity's new feature, Wi-Fi Motion..."
• Glenny Balls [114:00]: "AI is getting to the point where I'm the new villain in Mission Impossible..."

8. Supernatural and Personal Anecdotes

Glenny shares stories about haunted places, supernatural encounters, and unsettling experiences in hotels. They touch upon fears related to supernatural entities and haunted attics.

• Glenny Balls [52:26]: "I think my house is haunted."
• Theo Von [56:57]: "It's crazy. It's definitely interesting."

9. Sports Discussions: UFC, WNBA, and Baseball

The conversation shifts to sports, covering topics like UFC fights, WNBA team expansions, and baseball fandoms, particularly Theo's love for the Chicago Cubs and Glenny's for the Rangers.

• Glenny Balls [133:08]: "I used to go to Liberty games..."
• Theo Von [135:23]: "Cleveland is great. I love that."

10. Personal Reflections and Friendship

Throughout the episode, Theo and Glenny reflect on their friendship, mutual support, and memorable moments spent together. They emphasize the importance of camaraderie and shared experiences.

• Glenny Balls [140:15]: "You've eaten a lot of ice creams over the years. Is that true?"
• Theo Von [141:01]: "It's like a little puzzle."

Notable Quotes:

• Theo Von [04:06]: "Brie just feels so great."
• Glenny Balls [12:14]: "I've been trying to make sure there's sitability."
• Theo Von [35:02]: "Who's gonna say I saw somebody attack?"
• Glenny Balls [95:05]: "Beetlejuice is number one."
• Theo Von [127:12]: "He's a beast."
• Glenny Balls [136:05]: "I'm a bad Greek. I don't love olives."

Conclusion

Theo and Glenny conclude the episode by expressing their appreciation for each other's company and sharing well wishes for the Fourth of July. They reflect on the enjoyable weekend and the deepening of their friendship.

• Glenny Balls [140:53]: "Thank you for everything this weekend and happy Fourth of July to all."
• Theo Von [141:01]: "Happy Fourth of July, huh?"

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