E299 - Jackass: Best And Last - What Would YOU Do?

Amber and Scott turn their attention to the chaotic, death-defying legacy of Jackass: Best And Last , reflecting on how the cast has evolved from their reckless twenties into their fifties. They discuss the surreal nature of Johnny Knoxville’s career, marveling at how a group of people managed to turn self-inflicted bodily harm into a global entertainment phenomenon without a single fatality. The hosts also touch on the bizarre meta-reality of the film’s production, specifically the absurdity of witnessing a legend like Brad Pitt get "abducted" in broad daylight at a local hot dog stand.   Some What Would You Dos from the episode: Would you ever agree to turn a gun on yourself, even with safety protocols and protective gear in place? If Johnny Knoxville approached you at the start of his career with a plan to film dangerous, hospital-worthy stunts for internet fame, would you sign on? If you were trapped in a dark room and led to believe a deadly snake was loose inside with you, how would you react to ensure your survival? When running through a dark corridor only to realize you are slamming head-first into a gauntlet of hanging pots and pans, do you retreat or press forward into the unknown? If you were a bystander in Los Angeles and witnessed an apparent kidnapping of a celebrity like Brad Pitt, would you intervene or call the police?   Ultimately, the hosts agree that the most ridiculous and stomach-churning moment of the entire franchise remains the bungee-corded porta-potty, which was unfortunately pre-loaded with "props" of the most disgusting variety. Amber and Scott conclude that while the Jackass crew’s commitment to their craft is undeniably legendary, it is a line of work they are more than happy to observe from a very safe distance.