Unsubscribe Podcast Ep 237: "Was This War RACIST?!"

Release Date: November 2, 2025
Hosts: Eli Doubletap, Brandon Herrera, Donut Operator (Cody), The Fat Electrician (Nick)

Episode Overview

This host-only episode of Unsubscribe drops in early November—Veterans Month for the Unsubscribe crew. The gang launches a series of new veteran-supporting merch, reflects on wild history stories and upcoming live shows, shares hilarious recent adventures, and gets into some unsparing takes on everything from charity grift to gun nerdery, fighting roosters, bizarre bits of US history, and the madness of modern politics. With signature Unsubscribe banter, the conversation ranges from deep appreciation for military veterans to self-deprecating gang stories, wild gun trivia, and side-splitting ideas for future chaos.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

Veterans Month & Merch Initiatives

Timestamps: 00:55–03:07, 05:01–05:44, 15:40–16:40, 52:58–53:45

• November is "Veterans Month" for Unsubscribe: 100% of proceeds from TBI Fridays and related merch go to veteran non-profits.
  • “100% of the profits will go towards nonprofits at the end of the month… donating everything we make off of these to some amazing veteran nonprofit organizations.” —Eli (01:17)
• New "golden ticket" contest: Live show flyout for a lucky fan.
• Previous charities supported include Boot Campaign, Valera Group, and Independence Fund. The team emphasizes careful vetting so donations actually help veterans, not mostly fund charity overhead.
• Humorous riffs about questionable charities: “We actually let you fight horses. Never for solve PTSD.” —Nick (17:05)

Banter, Group Chemistry, and Recent Adventures

Timestamps: 03:20–04:25, 26:06–27:56, 28:48–34:37, 31:39–34:37

• YouTube crashes—Pepper Box (their sponsor) is still up: “All of YouTube is down. You know what’s not down? Pepper Box.” —Nick (04:41)
• Nick and Brandon reminisce on first tattoos and mutual torment.
• Key West retreat: Mostly poolside relaxation, struggles with broken toilets, and musing about how anyone can afford island rent ("five roommates for a 700 sq ft space is the norm").
  • “Man, if an electrician came in here and just went to these... put me on retainer for X amount a month, you’d get five calls a month and be set.” —Nick (31:01)
• Discussion on escaping crowds and the weird economics of remote, tiny towns in the West.

Hilarious History Tomfoolery

Timestamps: 40:14–44:30, 44:33–45:01

• Nick previews his upcoming “Watermelon War” live-show history bit:
  • In 1856, a riot over a watermelon slice among drunk Americans transiting Panama sparks a major U.S. military presence and sets precedent for the Panama Canal Zone.
  • “Americans got drunk, they got in a fight over a slice of watermelon, and America cut a continent in half.” —Nick (44:25)
• Brandon: “It’s some shit we would do” (44:30)

Podcast Guests: Veterans & Fighters (Past & Prospective)

Timestamps: 46:00–58:18

• Recaps recent visit from Maj. Jim Capers—88 years old, multiple combat wounds, legendary stories, and still “sharp as hell.”
  • “He just kept talking, and we all shut the fuck up and we’re just like this.” —Eli (53:15)
• Teases more big interviews coming: Vietnam sniper Ed Eaton, a Medal of Honor recipient who prefers anonymity, and requests for UFC legends (Don Frye, Chuck Liddell, Dan Henderson, etc.).
• Laughs over the unique personalities: Don Frye’s “Fry-isms” and his advice for teen boys (“Don’s just like, yes, don’t be huge.” —Cody (77:06))

Gaming, Gun Content, and Gear

Timestamps: 22:06–25:38, 94:08–101:53

• World of Warships cross-promotion—audience, vets, and content creation intersect.
  • “Not trying to brag. I’m the only one that's on PC and consoles, so go fuck yourself.” —Nick (24:18)
• Lengthy segment on historic and rare firearms: PSG1, the Ultimax, MGO A15, MP18, water-cooled LMGs, and legends like Bazooka Charlie (WWII pilot who modded a Piper Cub with bazookas).
  • “Bazooka Charlie…dive bombing German tanks and shooting six bazookas at them and pulling up.” —Nick (103:30)
• The technical intricacies (and outright danger) of advanced ignition open-bolt machine guns explained by Brandon—full-on “autistic gun talk” moments.

MMA, Crime, and the Law

Timestamps: 71:02–81:15

• Breakdown of current UFC memes, fighter antics, and the weird world of ultra-fast black belt billionaires.
• Wild but true stories: Sheriffs running for office after shooting a judge who assaulted their daughter; defense of vigilante action in cases of child abuse.

Friend Group Pranks & Meta Humor

Timestamps: 62:20–65:07

• Extended plotting on how to gaslight Zach, a frequently absent friend, by pretending he joined them on a Nashville trip—photoshopping him into every group photo.
  • “A nonprofit where we gaslight veterans into thinking they had fun.” —Nick (64:21)

Social, Political, and Military Takes

Timestamps: 84:00–90:44

• The guys (esp. Eli, Nick, and Brandon) rail against anti-standards people: “There’s a certain group of people who just hate standards.”
• Tangents on political opponents (local and federal), hypocrisy in public personas, and recent cultural controversies (“He tried to be edgy. But how do you do, my fellow edgelords?” —Brandon (91:00))

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “It’s perfect. Hey, what’s up, Mr. Jake?” —Eli bantering as another host walks in amidst merch announcements (06:23)
• "We're like the ugly chick getting asked to prom after the hot chick got hit by a car." —Brandon on YouTube's outage boosting Pepper Box (06:44)
• "We actually let you fight horses. Never for solve PTSD." —Nick, ripping on charity grift (17:05)
• “Americans got drunk, they got in a fight over a slice of watermelon, and America cut a continent in half.” —Nick, on the “Watermelon War” (44:25)
• “Did my entire team show up on the short carrier today?” —Brandon, voicing his World of Warships lines (25:16)
• “State-mandated fat camp is something I’m here for.” —Brandon, on National Guard fitness controversies (84:24)
• "I'm going to sit here so I can see the door. Like, all right. Fuck, old man. Still got it." —Nick, on Maj. Capers even at 88 (46:05)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• 00:55 – 03:07: Veterans Month intro, charity initiative, contest explained
• 05:01 – 06:12: All hosts introduce themselves, more details on merch
• 15:40 – 16:40: Charities from last year, importance of vetting
• 22:06 – 25:38: World of Warships collab and in-game shenanigans
• 31:39 – 34:37: Key West trip, absurd real estate, life hacks for island living
• 44:33 – 45:01: "Watermelon War” preview (history bit)
• 46:00 – 50:16: Recap of Maj. Capers episode, guest quality
• 52:58 – 53:45: The “don’t grift with non-profits” mini-rant
• 62:20 – 65:07: “Gaslighting Zach” prank idea
• 84:00 – 85:18: Rants about military standards and image
• 103:28 – 110:06: Bazooka Charlie story, WWII “homebrew” weaponry

Noteworthy Threads & Recurring Gags

• Merch plug-ins (with the hosts frequently derailing each other’s sales pitches with inside jokes and mockery)
• Gaslighting and Psyops: the ongoing gang plan to drive a friend nuts with invented memories
• Obsession with Roosters: Key West’s feral chickens (“they’re protected, you can’t even fuck with them!”)
• OG Fighters and “Fry-isms”: “Don Frye fortune cookies” → favorite phrases (“Never quit. Get a prenup. Make it a double.”)
• Gun Nerdery: deep dives into exceedingly obscure technical detail, often derailed by “Nick laughs”
• Daily Struggles: failing toilets, overwhelming travel, and the burdens of influencer “dad life”

Tone and Flavor

• Irreverent, Darkly Funny, Unfiltered: The group’s jokes and asides push boundaries, particularly as they riff off military and law enforcement experience.
• Affectionate and Sincere: Despite relentless roasting, the group’s real sense of camaraderie and respect (especially for veterans and guests) comes through.
• Meta and Self-Parodying: The hosts frequently break the fourth wall, refer to themselves as “degenerate morons,” and delight in recursive inside jokes.

Summary Takeaway

Despite its unfiltered, free-wheeling nature, this Veterans Month episode is a heartfelt celebration of the military community, the importance of real charity, and the value of sharing wild, underappreciated history. Whether they're supporting veteran causes, hatching elaborate pranks, marveling at WWII ingenuity, or swapping fight stories, the Unsubscribe gang delivers equal parts absurdity and insight—with enough context and wit for newcomers to jump right in.