In this episode of 2 Bears, 1 Cave, Tom Segura and Bert Kreischer explore their experiences with various health and wellness treatments, including IV therapies, NAD injections, and glutathione shots. The hosts discuss the physical effects, costs, and their personal perspectives on these alternative medical approaches, drawing comparisons between therapeutic and recreational substances.
The conversation then shifts to their observations from visiting a gay bar in Austin, where they reflect on the welcoming atmosphere and social dynamics they encountered. The hosts also examine various cultural customs and social norms, sharing their thoughts on traditions, relationships, and sexuality while addressing common misconceptions about different communities.
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In a candid discussion about alternative health treatments, Bert and Tom explore their experiences with IV treatments, NAD, and glutathione shots. Bert shares that he receives weekly IV treatments, crediting them for his improved blood work despite his lifestyle choices. The hosts describe the intense sensations during NAD treatments, with both acknowledging initial discomfort but positive after-effects. They also discuss the high costs associated with these treatments, with Bert considering starting his own IV company.
The conversation shifts to Tom's experience with nitrous oxide at a doctor's office, which he found enjoyable despite its fleeting effects. The hosts thoughtfully consider the parallels between these treatments and recreational drug use, acknowledging both the appeal and potential dangers.
Bert and Tom recount their visit to the Iron Bear, a gay bar in Austin, during a takeover event. They describe an inclusive, welcoming atmosphere with a diverse crowd. Both hosts share their experiences receiving compliments from men, with Bert noting that he appreciated the directness of the attention compared to interactions with women. The hosts discuss their observations of the LGBTQ+ community's open approach to sexuality and relationships, noting the various roles and preferences within the community.
The conversation moves to cultural traditions, with Bert expressing admiration for Mexican-American customs, particularly wives preparing elaborate lunches for their husbands. The hosts then engage in a frank discussion about sexuality and bodily fluids, challenging societal taboos through humor. They address misconceptions about the gay community while examining their own preconceptions about sexuality and intimate behaviors.
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During a lively discussion about self-care and supplemental treatments, Bert and Tom delve into the world of IV treatments, NAD, and glutathione shots, sharing their personal experiences and pondering both the benefits and risks associated with these practices.
The hosts, Bert and Tom, share a belief in the benefits of IV treatments, with Coco administering an IV on the show. They highlight that the IV contains glutathione, suggesting it has health benefits. During the session, Bert enjoys watching the insertion and compliments Coco's skill, noting her choice of injection site is new to him. They recall a story regarding Christian McCaffrey, who experienced arm swelling due to a missed vein during an IV treatment.
Bert shares his plan to ask Coco about the benefits of IV treatments, as he gets them weekly and claims they’ve resulted in the best blood work he’s ever had despite his party lifestyle.
Bert details the intense sensation during an NAD IV treatment, likening it to having a heart attack, though he feels great afterward. Tom mirrors the sentiment, noting the initial discomfort with his regular IV sessions taking around an hour. The hosts reveal doses they and others take, the administration varieties for NAD, and their effectiveness.
Furthermore, they identify the high cost of IV treatments, with Bert even considering starting his own IV company to gain cheaper access. He's researched the costs and is thinking about purchasing a building for this venture.
Tom recounts his enjoyable encounter with nitrous oxide given by a doctor. ...
Health/Wellness Practices and Treatments
Tom Segura and Bert Kreischer share their lively experiences and observations from a night out at a gay bar, offering insights into the welcoming atmosphere and the unique sexual culture of the LGBTQ+ community.
Tom Segura sets the scene by expressing how fun it was to spend a night at the Iron Bear in Austin. The bar had a takeover event, and the atmosphere was welcoming and inclusive. They relay that the crowd was diverse, consisting of regulars, fans, couples, and both women and men, all in great spirits. They conducted street interviews outside the bar, which turned out to be more entertaining than they anticipated. Segura extends a heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed to the night's fun at the Iron Bear. Segura and Kreischer felt warmly welcomed, and they observed and participated in the bar's vibrant social scene.
Kreischer discusses his experience of getting physical touch and direct compliments from men at the bar, noting that he felt good about the attention, which he found to be more forthright than from women. Segura agrees, highlighting that it's flattering when men offer direct compliments because they are straightforward and genuinely appreciative, contrasting with the subtleties often experienced with women. Kreischer touches on the dynamic of gay compliments, sharing that they made him feel good even when they were backhanded.
The hosts delve into the sexual freedom within the LGBTQ+ community. They mention conversations they had with men at the bar about casual sexual encounters, including group activities. They discuss the diverse preferences witnessed, including interest in different body types and the roles of bears, cubs, and otters in the gay community. Kreischer and Segura communicate a sense of open-mindedness and liberation that they perceive as more prevalent in gay circles, reinforcing t ...
Experiences and Dynamics Within the Lgbtq+ Community
Bert Kreischer and Tom Segura engage in a lively discussion about traditional gender roles, explicit sexual content, and the often unspoken facets of human sexuality.
Bert Kreischer expresses his admiration for the tradition he observes in Mexican culture, specifically the way wives prepare elaborate lunches for their husbands. These lunches are made with care and include items like homemade salsa and melon with lime. Kreischer admires this detailed attention to meal preparation and finds the accompanying ritual of the wives giving their husbands a sign of the cross before they leave the house not only cool but a beautiful tradition that he respects.
In explicit and humorous discussions, Kreischer and Segura delve into the grey areas of sexual taboos and body fluids. They joke about the idea of creating a drink named "UTI" mixed with ingredients symbolizing urinary tract infections and discuss how different bodily fluids like semen could be hypothetically consumed for a large sum of money. For example, Kreischer says he would be willing to gargle semen for a million dollars, and the topic transitions to other fluids like breast milk, which some might try even without financial incentive.
The conversation takes a turn toward challenging societal biases when the hosts address the common practice of kissing after oral sex. One speaker would only accept a "tight-lipped peck" in such a scenario, humorously equating it to kissing a grandmother. Segura and Kreischer push these boundaries further, considering the conditions under which one would accept a kiss with remnants of bodily fluids. They refle ...
Observations and Opinions on Gender, Sexuality, and Norms
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