Episode 76: Perceptual Afterglow

Send us Fan MailOn Tuesday, August 18, 2026, Dave and Miles discussed music, art, personal experiencs, and Perceptual Afterglow. Listen to episode 76 of our podcast, "The 2 Guys That Don't Know Everything Podcast" hosted by Miles McGrath and David "Dave" Makar.Note: In the recording, we thought it was episode 77! It's really 76! We don't know everything!Zoom Summary (via AI):"This was the 76th episode of the podcast "Two Guys That Don't Know Everything," featuring David Maycar and Miles discussing various topics including music, art, and personal experiences. The conversation began with David mentioning his recent Lions Club meeting and Miles sharing insights about how singing can help alleviate pain and provide healing benefits, leading to a discussion about the therapeutic effects of music. They then shared stories about their first concerts, with Miles recalling seeing the Bee Gees in Miami and David remembering seeing Young MC with Millie Vanilli as the opening act. The discussion expanded to cover live music experiences, with Miles describing an amazing Lettuce concert at Garcia's venue in Chicago and David sharing stories about attending shows at venues like Babeland in Buffalo. They discussed the impact of art on perception and how museums can create a "perceptual afterglow" effect where visitors continue to see the world differently after visiting. The conversation also touched on anechoic chambers, soundless rooms that can disorient people and affect brain function, with David sharing his experience at the Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art. The podcast concluded with David sharing a recent customer service experience where he was called a "bulldog" for helping resolve a utility pole issue for a resident, demonstrating the importance of being proactive and responsive in customer service situations."Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/2guyspod/Other social links and sign-offs coming soon! Remember, we don't know everything!