Unscripted | The Shirtless Man’s Guide to Reality

Welcome back, fellow Saviors! This is the shirtless man episode -- and that we can only explain in this crisp-sounding audio. We can tell you it's an episode where we question time, media, politics, rainwater, driverless cars, and nunchucks. It's a guide to reality really, so you'll want to listen. 1. The Pulse of Creativity: Eric introduces us to "The Creativity Act" by Rick Rubin. And Jared enjoys every second of it! We get into the heart of content creation, the evolving relationship between audiences and media, and the undeniable influence of social media on basically everything. 2. Politics & Critical Thinking: From the current state of politics (not good!) to the importance of critical thinking, our hosts don't hold back. In an age of information overload, where do we draw the line? 3. Time as a Construct: We take a philosophical detour, questioning the very nature of time. Is it a construct? A reality? Or something in between? 4. Arizona Chronicles: A tale of Arizona's overrated water woes, unpredictable rain patterns, and a quirky driverless car story that might just make you rethink that next road trip. Jared has a lot to say about water. It's one of those things that enrages him. 5. A Walk Down Memory Lane: Eric gets personal, recounting a chilling episode from his 8th-grade year. It's a tale of resilience, growth, and the shadows of the past. Starter jackets and nunchucks. And Jared is ready to go back in time and save his co-host from the inevitable beatdown! 6. College Mandates: The return of COVID mandates in colleges sparks some eye rolls. Are they necessary? Overkill? 7. All About Sports: From the new NFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube TV to the brawls in NFL stadiums, it's a life-saving dive into the world of sports. And let's not forget a spotlight on the future of soccer in America and the enigmatic Baker Mayfield. 8. And More: CNN Max, Tucker Carlson, media headlines, Elon Musk, what is good art... Do as they say and Smash that subscribe button! -- Let's work together: content production leverage your future sports media brand & production co start your own podcast or join a network Social media: Eric Kasimov & KazSource: Twitter | LinkedIn Jared Nichols: LinkedIn Saviors of the Metaverse shorts | TikTok | YouTube Two current projects: We published a book! Check it out on Amazon: Altered State of Affairs It’s all about mental health in sports: Athlete Mindset podcast Credits: This episode: "The Shirtless Man's Guide to Reality" was produced by the team at KazCM Follow this podcast on Apple Podcasts Follow this podcast on Spotify All the Saviors episodes preceding this episode of The Shirtless Man's Guide to Reality: We Have an Overconsumption of Media Problem! Space-Time Shenanigans The Unparalleled Intimacy of Podcasts College ROI + Gotham City, Cleveland, The Butt Naked Emperor ChatGPT Impact, Human Identity & Juice Jacking | Saviors Delve Deep The Sports Metaverse, Virtual Coca-Cola, And More ChatGPT Please No Bathroom Breaks Allowed! Simultaneously Sipping Coffee With Our New Friend ChatGPT Simulation Theory And Living For “Friday” 69% Of Men Don’t Wash Their Hands After Using The Bathroom! Get Some Perspective and Stop Running Red Lights!!! Violence & Diapers & Grace, Oh My! The Touchy Subject Of Antisemitism Economic Navel-Gazing + Kia Challenge on TikTok is a Real Problem The Zucks Episode + dd Peckers, Recency Bias Working From Home Is Not For Everyone! The Future of Transportation + Expectations, Skateboarding, Roblox Meta + Squatter Rights, Recession, Maine, Larry David The Great Regret + Fake Outrage, Swearing, Economy, Deshaun Education Problems & Talking Habits “The Production Quality of This Podcast Is So Good” We Don’t Have It All Figured Out Triggers + Youth Sports, ROI, Streaming, Content Narratives + Spotify, Trust, Media, Chipotle Podcasting, Iterating, Joe Rogan, Cleveland Browns, CLT