This is a small taste of the show overall, the bits and bobs that I found interesting and funny, insightful and relevant. To hear everything that happened, check out the podcast version of the show. If you want a quick read along with random self inserts and my personal thoughts, you've come to the right place.
Call in Point:
(This is the broadstroke canvas on which I base my call, obviously these notes are going to be longer and more detailed.)
Ah winter, that time of year when no one wants to do anything because it's cold outside and well you know, being busy ramps up ridiculously. That said, the secret reality of not doing anything is because people are lazy but no one wants to admit that. Well, breaking that tradition this morning was Angi who publicly announced that she is indeed lazy. Like, she is going home and doing nothing (join the club) and her lack of productivity is piling up. The laundry is near ceiling high and the cobwebs are starting to pile up around the rooms. Sure, this is all stuff she can have the maid do but what fun would it be to announce the cleaning lady is coming through on the radio. The actual reason for the cold induced lethargy though is not something fun like depression but instead, her creature comfort is eating into her free time. Now, any long term listener of the show knows of Angi's love of lying on the couch and drinking brown liquor while watching streaming TV. This culprit has struck another rung in her ladder as she has a new favorite that she can't stop consuming.Peaky Blinders, a British drama series focusing on gangster/mobster types in the 20's and 30's is Angi's new beloved. Out with Jay the Straight and in with actor Cillian Murphy (who you will know as The Scarecrow and pretty much every Christopher Nolan movie.) Throw inVenomdaddy Tom Hardy andThe Queen's GambitAnna Taylor-Joy and you have a recipe for great show. Also, don't be dissuade by the idea of the 20's/30's because the show is soundtracked with current music ranging from Radiohead to PJ Harvey. Watch the wacky exploits as the Irish/Italians/Etc all fight each other for turf and whatever else occurs in these type of shows. In other words, this is a show that Abe should/will probably love but he did have a small pause when he found out it was a British show (as the only cultured thing he's indulged in isThe Challengeapparently.) She started the show a couple of weeks ago and she is almost done with it. Now mind you, this is an hour long show and she watches a lot of garbage reality TV so for her to burn through it like this obviously means it's good. The thing is, she's really into it and just can't get enough. Like she says she's going to take a bath but she grabs her iPad instead and lays in the water watching the show and after she dries off, she goes to bed and continues to watch the show instead of sleeping. Angi was curious as to whether or not Abe had ever dug deep into a show with rapid speed like this and for him, it wasBreaking Bad. Though Abe was completely oblivious to this shows existence before today, Angi got on the wagon but is clearly far behind but give it another day or two and she'll be where everyone else is. I was contemplating suggesting shows for her to watch but I'm deep into horror and heavy drama which totally clashes with her beloved Housewives throwing drinks and detachable legs at each other. That said, I'm assuming that Abe might be tempted to check out the show but there are stillFull Housereruns he'll need to rewatch first.
All the Rest:
Oh boy, it's cold outside and you know what that means, time for Christmas music. That's right, Halloween only ended three days ago and it's time for us to skip right past boring Thanksgiving and get back to the constant need for consumerism. Buy, buy, buy, consume, consume, consume, more junk, get on it! Okay, with that out of the way, let's swing back around slightly and look at that overlooked upcoming holiday and its repercussion. First off, 34% of people end up spending holidays with someone that they don't like. Angi sought to hear from the roadies about who they are not looking forward to seeing at the dinner table within the next two months but it ended up feeling like this was more of an airing of grievances for her. For example, there's that one cousin who eats sticks of butter, starts fights and of course, cries after the chaos has been set into motion. Then there's Angi's sister who owes her a ton of money. Something akin to "hey bitch, pass me the potatoes and the cash you owe me" is more than likely to be said at the Thanksgiving table this year we're sure. With a loss of one phone roadie and their problematic relative, the attention was turned to Kevin. Kevin hates to see his sister in law, who he banged a few years back and now it's always awkward to be around one another. For Adam, it's his father in law, who only shows for "hallmark" holidays where he can use it as an excuse to make himself feel good. We were then once more treated to a rendition of the Angi Taylor family traditions. Everyone will get together very early and spend the entire day getting drunk (which honestly sounds like every day that ends in the word "day" in the life of Angi.) By the time dinner is prepared, everyone is three sheets to the wind and after the consumption, the degenerate nature arrives and everyone is looking to gamble. The relatives start cheating during the games, some pass out completely wasted and wake up angry and if you're lucky, there's a fist fight or three. The whole thing sounds like an absolute mess and basically carries the tag warning of "leave after dinner or get punched in the face" basically. That said, I normally leave my input on these type of things but I can't name who I don't want to see because they probably listen to the show or might see these notes and I have no time for drama right now.
Speaking of rampant consumerism and the need to fill holes with spending, Angi has a friend that is a shopaholic. Now, it is fun to joke about something like this but she was totally serious. This girl is absolutely bananas about shopping and it apparently enrages her husband so she has to hide all her purchases in the trunk of her car. This way, any time she wants to break out something new to wear, she'll go out and grab it and then bring it in/wear it. If there's a complaint or question, she says that she's had it forever. Knowing that this occurs and a general belief in her head existing as is, Angi just assumes that everyone is hiding something in their trunk. Like people don't keep gloves in the glove compartment (I think they call that the gun drawer) and obviously tire irons are not stashed away in the trunk (hello, dead bodies.) So, turning to Abe, does he happen to keep anything fun in his trunk. Of course not, he's a good boy who has no drugs stashed but you will probably find like a wayward piece of lunch meat if you're lucky. He does know though someone who tends to keep $30,000 to $40,000 and thousands in poker chips at all times. You see he's a true degenerate in that he's created a fake compartment in his central console to hide all this from his wife. Angi was utterly shocked hearing this (as was I, also I suggested we go find the car,) especially since this city is known for its rampant car jackings as of late. Funny enough though, Angi tends to keep poker chips from all over the country in her purse (which explains why it's so heavy when she forces Jay the Straight to carry it.) With that put out there, this judge free zone was seeking to hear what the roadies had stashed away. We began with Gina who carries her "don't do drugs" pack in the car. You see, she's a smoker of cigs and so she keeps them and Febreeze in the packet. This way, she can say she is going to the car to take a call or go get fresh air. Instead, she's locked in the car and puffing away while Febreezing herself to seem like she's not up to no good. Angi suggested that she just gas light her husband while Abe just said she should put her foot down and do what she wants. Oddly enough, this was a strange moment where the advice offered should have probably been swapped between the two of them. Head Roadie Troy called to mention that he has a Harley obsession and he has to hide a ton of his beloved merch in the car so his wife doesn't find it. Trey is hiding his coffee addiction because his wife feels he spends to much on it. Angi's friend Blair called to discuss that she hides her candy addiction because her husband hates her consuming white sugar. Ironically, she just stockpiled a ton of discount Halloween candy. As for my input, I knew a guy from high school who used to keep porn mags in his trunk and I mean there was literally boxes of it.
Finally, in the continuing tradition of airing grievances this week, Angi sough to hear from the roadies things that annoy you and therefore should be made illegal. For example, having it be three days after Halloween and a station flips formats straight away to Christmas music. We here at The Angi Taylor Show will not stand for this war on Thanksgiving! Another great example, sending sick kids to school. Sure, covid changed that somewhat but still it happened for years prior. Abe's addition to the pile was roughly similar here because he recalled his days working at Walmart when he wasn't allowed to take off even when he was sick. Speaking of Walmart and the like, carts left in the parking lot should totally be illegal. Clothing with fake pockets was another presented idea though that was was mainly for women. Apparently though, there was a split here as Angi loves them and Angi's daughter hates them. Meetings that could be addressed in an email. This is another covid thing where people need to pretend they are working and they tend to turn them into meetings to make it look like they're being productive. When you're driving, people who cut you off and then slow down after they do it. As usual, when getting to the final example, things went completely off the rails. Asking people questions while using a urinal or toilet was something that Abe hates and he decided to throw up Wrigley as an example. Even though there is that sick and disgusting troff, Abe likes to use the stalls there. As Abe explained, the Cub fans are known for having sword fights at that long stream urinal. The idea of dongs slapping really sent Angi and she was dying to see tape of it. Seriously, she will pay great money for video of Bill Murray and Eddie Vedder knocking meat sabers against one another.
Request Wars 2.0:
Champion: Abe (Streak: 2)
Angi's (repping Kent) Song Choice: "Bring tha Noize"
Abe's (repping Dominique) Song Choice: "Trust"
Observation:
Both players are apparently jobbers. This was supposed to be a Pet Shop Boys fight but instead we get this. I'm already checked out over this factoid, as I love the Pet Shop Boys. Kent is a loyal fan and Dominique is a fire girl or monster girl or something. I'm going Angi because I hate Dave Mustaine so.
Winner: Abe
10 o'Clock Toast:
Atlanta Braves. They are the World Series champs and they silenced those cheating Astros.
Show Quotes and Tidbits:
"You know you're a degenerate if you have more than 3 types of casino chips in your purse." - Abe
"I would ride a walrus if it made enough money." - Angi