John and Gordy reminisce about a night out, including the screening of Pete Schwaba's movie at Atwood Music Hall, while grappling with post-event exhaustion. The episode dives into the latest cheese trends for 2026, highlighting consumer desires for authenticity, protein, texture, health, and sustainability in dairy products. Meanwhile, they discuss bizarre political conspiracies involving Trump and Bolsonaro, questioning the logic of drug lords being granted asylum. The hosts tackle the absurdity of dead people reportedly claiming social security and explore border surveillance concerns, all with a touch of humor and skepticism. Sleep deprivation from their hectic schedule adds a comedic twist.

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