In this episode of "2 Bears, 1 Cave," comedian Bert Kreischer and television personality Dr. Phil McGraw explore a variety of topics with their trademark humor and banter. The conversation touches on personal experiences, like Bert's struggles with remembering birthdays and ideas for extending celebrations. They engage in lighthearted discussions filled with pop culture references, from fast food chains to movies and celebrities.
The episode also delves into more risqué subjects, including sexual topics like sex toys, pornography, and intimate encounters. Bert and Phil share humorous anecdotes and ponder philosophical questions surrounding death, organ donation, and embracing spontaneity in life. Their playful back-and-forth illustrates the dynamic between these two distinctive personalities.
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Bert Kreischer admits he can only distinctly remember about 11 of his birthdays, including ones where memorable events occurred like getting his teeth knocked out. He jokingly proposes going backwards in age to "get to zero." Bert's wife Leanne humorously points out that working on one's birthday is common for many people.
Both Bert and Phil McGraw touch on the trend of treating an entire month or year as one's "birthday month/year," with Phil suggesting men might start doing this too.
Bert and Phil engage in humorous banter filled with pop culture references:
Bert recounts receiving a penis extender as a gift, comparing it to a "Halloween costume for your dick." He and Phil joke about the logistics of using such devices.
Bert shares his confusion initially mistaking a disguised fleshlight for a beer can. He name-drops Joe Rogan's involvement in the sex toy industry.
Phil shares an anecdote about witnessing a sexual act at his home involving his son's friends.
They humorously discuss the concept of "blackout sex" and makeup sex, with Phil suggesting orchestrating fights to instigate passionate intimacy.
Bert proposes not believing in death as a way to avoid worrying about it. Phil suggests balancing setting goals with leaving room for spontaneity in life.
They ponder ethical considerations around eye donations, like inheriting undesirable traits from donors. Bert wonders why blindness persists if eye donations cure it.
Jokingly, they discuss receiving an organ from unsavory donors and the idea of selecting organs for vanity reasons like choosing an eye color.
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Bert Kreischer and Phil delve into a lighthearted discussion about personal milestones, particularly the memories and significance of birthdays.
Bert Kreischer sparks the conversation by reflecting on the struggle to remember his past birthdays, only managing to recall 11 of them distinctly.
Among the limited birthdays Bert can remember, one stands out where he got his teeth knocked out by a baseball bat. Bert cites several ages he distinctly remembers such as 16, 18, 21, and then a range from 26 to 30, before jumping to his recent 49th to 51st birthdays.
Bert shares an amusing idea about "going backwards" in age. Instead of advancing from 50 to 52, he would declare himself as 48, humorously aiming to count down to zero eventually.
Reflecting on the notion of selflessness for working on his birthdays, Bert recounts moments of doing comedy in places like Omaha and Virginia Beach. However, his wife, Leanne, humorously points out that working on one's birthday is commonplace and that even schoolchildren and doctors do it.
Both Bert and Phil open up about their significant life moments, especially around the times of their milestone birthdays.
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Personal experiences and milestones
Bert Kreischer and Phil McGraw share a lively conversation filled with humorous anecdotes, wisecracks, and a plethora of pop culture references that showcase their comedic prowess.
Bert and Phil riff on a wide range of topics from fast food preferences to their take on actors and fitness brands, injecting humor into every subject.
They start off with a light-hearted discussion about fast food chains, with Bert Kreischer joking about the unique texture of Taco Bell's ground beef and his attempts to replicate it at home. This spirited banter extends to their experiences with various fast food establishments, including Phil McGraw's sarcastic reference to his clarinet skills when deliberating about non-sequitur show formats.
Phil cracks a joke about a 24 Hour Fitness center that closed at 11pm and shares his exaggerated disappointment upon discovering this fact. Bert then recounts a tale of a store employee who closed the shop early and showed indifference when Bert inquired about the closing time.
A fabricated yet amusing story by Phil touches on Tobey Maguire's alleged phobias and dislikes, which is topped off with a wordplay misunderstanding involving a pun about juices.
The conversation veers to celebrity ventures, with Bert mentioning Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson's product line and his own business venture—a vodka brand with Tom Segura.
Bert recounts his prom night with a humorous caveat about being "cancelled," while Phil hints at his Netflix special, teasing surprise cameos, and listing various comedians including Patton Oswalt, Jay Pharoah, Joe Gatto, and jests that even the "real" Dr. Phil might appear.
Super Bowl show hints and Travis Kelce LinkedIn jokes are peppered into the conversation before Bert gives a shoutout to the TV show "Peaky Blinders." They even delve into the humorous aspects of the COVID pandemic, with Bert joking about the symptom of losing the sense of smell.
Regarding the movies, Phil harmoniously transitions from comparing a good night's sleep on a couch to the enjoyable simplicity of a Zac Efron film, perhaps alluding to the actor's feel-good movie "17 Again." Bert chimes in with a funny observation about his fitness tracker recording false workout data when transferring from his recliner to bed.
Phil whimsically plays with references to "Sex and the City" and Sarah ...
Humor, comedy, and pop culture references
Bert Kreischer and Phil McGraw dive into a no-holds-barred discussion filled with humor regarding an array of sexual topics, including sex toys, pornography, and the dynamics of intimate encounters.
Bert Kreischer reveals he was given a penis extender and other sex toys by a particular company, prompting a jest that Fisher-Price could well-branch into the adult toy market. Both he and Phil quip about the intriguing fit between people and their professions, with a brothel serving as a humorous example.
Kreischer delves into his surprise at receiving a penis extender, turning it into a comedic observation about size expectations, noting that the extender is supposed to make the penis six to seven inches long, which he quips is undersized for someone seeking an extender. Phil McGraw joins in, implying that being beyond seven or eight inches might be less desirable as it compromises comfort and practicality. Bert then compares the extender to a "Halloween costume for your dick," evidently amused at the idea and the everyday logistics of such a gadget, like its need to be charged.
Bert moves on to discuss the time when he mistook a disguised fleshlight for a beer can in a sex shop, highlighting the awkwardness and guilt usually associated with the usage and subsequent cleaning of such items. He also name-drops Joe Rogan as another high-profile figure immersed in the commercial side of sex toys.
Although the discussion doesn't detail Phil's anecdote, there's a nod to the unanticipated events that can unfold in one’s per ...
Sexual topics and pornography
Bert Kreischer and Phil McGraw engage in a light-hearted yet thought-provoking dialogue, touching on topics ranging from the personal perception of death to the ethical intricacies of organ donation.
Bert Kreischer introduces an unconventional perspective by considering not believing in death, which he presents as a strategy to alleviate fears associated with mortality. He compares this belief to other far-fetched ideas that people might hold, suggesting that if one doesn't believe in death, one doesn't have to worry about it. Bert emphasizes the importance of enjoying life, stating that since death is inevitable, one should focus on having fun while alive.
Phil McGraw acknowledges Bert's perspective on death, suggesting that while it's essential to acknowledge mortality, it’s just as crucial to strike a balance between setting goals and leaving room for spontaneity in life. This implies that while one should be aware of life's impermanence, they should also allow room for unexpected joys and experiences.
During their conversation, Bert and Phil delve into the complexities of organ donation, with a particular interest in eye donation. They humorously discuss the expectations and practicalities, such as the suitability of receiving an organ from a donor with vastly different physical traits than the recipient. Bert ponders why blindness persists if eye donations are available, suggesting that eye transplant should theoretically cure blindness.
Philosophical discussions
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