Throwing Fits – SUBSTACK PREVIEW Redacted Shoutouts
Date: September 12, 2025
Hosts: James Harris and Lawrence Lossem
Episode Overview
In this Substack preview episode, James and Lawrence kick off with their signature blend of irreverence and insider fashion banter. The duo navigates "male zeitgeist" topics including Fashion Week, the resurgence of vintage Gap denim, the peculiarities of paper-thin vintage tees, and the quirks of niche plastic-surgery algorithms, peppered with playful self-deprecation and competitiveness. Seasoned with shouts and gripes about brands and friends, this episode encapsulates the authentic Throwing Fits energy.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Fit Check & Fashion Breakdown
Begins: 01:17
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Lawrence’s Fit:
- Second Layer boots, Manresa socks
- Our Legacy digi-print “third cut” denim—discussion on the pronunciation and meaning of “trompe l’oeil” (“deceives the eye” – 01:51)
- Colbo polo (52% cotton, 48% silk), Small Talk hat, Thistles shades
- Hill City underwear (“RIP like Charlie Kirk”), Violet licorice Zyn pouch
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James’s Fit:
- King Unknown, Our Legacy “cab slipper” (sport mode)
- Random Amazon socks
- Vintage Gap relaxed fit jeans (“Gap is having a moment”—06:04)
- Vintage Farside t-shirt (“paper thin” key—06:36)
- Our Legacy sunglasses
Notable banter over the definition and usage of "paper thin" when describing vintage tees, and why heavy-weight T-shirts are preferable if you have, as they put it, "puffy nipples."
2. Fashion Week (and Fashion Life)
Timestamp: 03:04
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James’ perspective: “My whole week is fashion. My whole life is Fashion Week.”
(03:04) -
Both discuss stepping out for events, supporting industry friends like Noah Johnson at the High SOB Relaunch.
3. K-pop and the Cat’s Eye Girl Group
Begins: 04:06
- Conversation about the rise of the K-pop group "Cat’s Eye" (mixed-race, American-based girl group crafted “man-made” with intentional diverse casting).
- Lawrence: “They nailed it. I love them. I'm not a big K pop guy, but K pop Demon Hunters is Fire.” (05:23)
- Credits the influence of Scooter Braun and "Chairman Bang" (Bang Si-hyuk, the Hybe chairman).
- Acknowledgment of Umberto Leon as the group’s creative director.
4. Vintage Gap Resurgence
Timestamp: 05:53
- James and Lawrence banter over the labels and cuts of 90s Gap—relaxed fit vs. wide.
- “Gap is having a moment, bro. Shout out Calvin.” (06:04)
- They encourage listeners to “buy low” on eBay before the prices rise.
5. Paper Thin Tees as a Vintage Search Term
Begins: 06:36
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"Paper thin" now a keyword on secondhand marketplaces, thanks to TikTok trends and NYC scenes like Dimes Square.
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James: “Kids came up to [Sam Copple] and they're like, bro, where'd you get the paper thin tee? …That's now, like, the search term people use…” (08:27)
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Lawrence on his preference: “I like a heavier tee, personally. Paper thin for me, does not jive.” (08:43)
6. Plastic Surgery Algorithms and Real Guys’ Problems
Begins: 08:55
- Joking about “boob jobs” and surgery for puffy nipples.
“You know, it's funny. I was getting served… the surgery that puffifies the nipples.” (08:57) - A mix of banter and genuine curiosity about “gynaecomastia” and surgical recovery times.
- Lawrence: “I think a lot of Jews, maybe Ashkenazi Jews have them, and not…” (09:34)
7. Brand Shoutouts, Beef, and Craving Recognition
Begins: 07:09 & 07:46
- Lawrence laments that Antonio from 18 East hasn’t named anything after him.
- “Why don't we have anything named after us?” (07:09)
- “I would love something named after me. I'm just gonna say it right now, publicly.” (07:26)
- James retorts: “Let’s just make this all about you.”
- Friendly ribbing about who gets brand perks and who has legitimate shoutout rights.
8. Product Placement Roundup
Sprinkled throughout
- Zyn pouches, Hydroflask, Topo Chico, Dr. Pepper (“DP”).
- Lawrence: “Stay hydrated, folks.” (02:38)
- James shares he’s back on Dr. Pepper due to convenience: “I was running a little late. I didn't want to go all the way to the coffee shop...so I just went to the bodega right here.” (10:28)
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
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On Fashion & Lifestyle:
“It's fashion life, bro. My whole week is fashion. My whole life is Fashion Week.”
— James Harris (03:04) -
On the Paper Thin Tee Trend:
“That's now, like the search term people use on ebay… for the paper thin, like it's so worn down that it's almost, like, heathered.”
— James Harris (08:27) -
On Heavy vs. Thin Tees:
“I like a heavier tee, personally. Paper thin for me does not jive.”
— Lawrence Lossem (08:43) -
On Brand Recognition:
“I would love something named after me. I'm just gonna say it right now, publicly.”
— Lawrence Lossem (07:26) -
Friendly Roasting:
“Why don't we…Let's just make this all about you. Let's just do that. You shout out, take 18 east, and make it about me.”
— James Harris (07:36)
Timestamps for Key Segments
- Fit Check: 01:17–03:00
- Fashion Week Banter: 03:04–03:22
- K-pop Girl Group Chat: 04:06–05:43
- Vintage Gap Discussion: 05:53–06:24
- Paper Thin Tees: 06:36–08:55
- Plastic Surgery Jokes: 08:55–10:08
- Shoutouts & Gripes: 07:09–07:57
- Lawrence and James's Brand Opinions: Throughout, especially 06:04, 07:09, 07:26
Overall Tone
Playful, fashion-nerdy, self-aware, and unapologetically male. The duo riff with the kind of insidery humor and honesty that fans expect, balancing hot takes with nostalgia, and never missing a chance to roast themselves or each other.