Episode Overview

Episode Title: Conspiracies, Anyone?
Podcast: You, Me & Mike
Hosts: Jenn Todryk, Mike Todryk
Air Date: September 9, 2025
Theme:
In this surprise episode, Jenn, Mike, and friend Chris dive into a light-hearted discussion about conspiracy theories—ranging from the outright absurd to the pop-culture iconic. The conversation strikes an irreverent tone, poking fun at popular internet myths, discussing why these ideas fascinate people, and weaving in playful banter and memorable moments.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. The Setup: Surprise Conspiracy Theories

• [00:01 - 00:14]
  • Chris admits he’s completely in the dark about the topic; Mike and Jenn reveal it’s all about conspiracies.
  • The trio jokes about what every "good podcast" needs, landing on “conspiracies” as the answer.
  • Quick divergence into the roots of the term “sci-fi,” sparking playful confusion.

2. Pop Culture & Aliens

• [00:16 - 00:27]
  • Mike jokingly asks if anyone has “read Alien Smut," prompting eye rolls and laughter.
  • The group does not dwell here, but the moment showcases the podcast’s unserious, playful energy.

3. Avril Lavigne Conspiracy & Nostalgia

• [00:31 - 00:39]
  • Jenn brings up Avril Lavigne, shifting the tone to musical memories.
  • Mike (singing): "He was a skater boy, she said to you later boy, he wasn't good enough for her." (00:34-00:39)
  • The moment is nostalgic and playful, lightening the conversation before diving back into conspiracy themes.

4. "Are Birds Real?" and Government Surveillance

• [00:41 - 00:58]
  • Jenn pitches the viral “Are birds real?” internet conspiracy, claiming birds are government drones.
  • Jenn: "It's so obvious that they are government drones. You know why? Where people don't believe this. Where do birds like to perch?" (00:42-00:49)
  • Mike answers "Trees," but Jenn quickly pivots:
    Jenn: "Power lines. Why do you think they're on power." (00:50-00:52)
  • Jenn suggests, tongue-in-cheek, that birds perch on power lines to recharge.
  • Mike jokes that birds also "like to be at Sonic" (the fast food chain), sending everyone into laughter.
  • Jenn, still joking: "To recharge. They're real." (00:54-00:57)
  • Mike: "Believe that, Jen." (00:57)
  • Jenn: "People know this is real." (00:58)
  • The segment parodies online conspiracies, highlighting their blend of absurdity and infectious fun.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Mike (00:34-00:39):
  “He was a skater boy she said to you later boy he wasn't good enough for her.”
  —in full pop-punk nostalgia mode, quoting Avril Lavigne’s hit.

• Jenn (00:42-00:49):
  “It's so obvious that they are government drones. You know why? Where people don't believe this. Where do birds like to perch?”

• Jenn (00:54):
  "To recharge. They're real."
  —mocking the 'birds aren't real' conspiracy with straight-faced delivery.

• Mike (00:55):
  "They like to be at Sonic."
  —injecting humor by taking the logic to absurd places.

Important Segments & Timestamps

• [00:01] — Topic is a surprise to Chris, setting a spontaneous tone.
• [00:14] — Wannabe etymology lesson on “sci-fi” leads to group silliness.
• [00:31] — Shift to Avril Lavigne conspiracy and nostalgia.
• [00:41] — “Are birds real?” segment begins; spirals into hilarious debate.
• [00:54-00:58] — Peak playfulness with "charge their batteries" bird joke.

Episode Tone & Takeaways

• The episode is defined by rapid-fire jokes, absurdist humor, and a refusal to take anything, even conspiracy theories, too seriously.
• Jenn and Mike's chemistry (joined by Chris) makes for an entertaining listen that lampoons online culture.
• The “birds aren’t real” discussion encapsulates their ability to poke fun while bonding over shared internet lore.

For listeners and fans of playful banter, this is a sharp, quick detour into the world of ridiculous conspiracies—a true “Todryk Takeover” of pop culture myth-making.