Episode #1450
Brian Redban
Books mentioned
Ready Player One
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Brian Redban, comedian and founder of the Deathsquad podcast network, joins Joe Rogan. The conversation covers the early COVID-19 pandemic, public health and political responses, and how the crisis affects daily life. They also discuss apocalyptic themes, virtual reality, technology, and the future of comedy and entertainment during lockdown.
What they talked about
- COVID-19 pandemic and lockdown experiences
- Comparing COVID-19 to past flu pandemics
- Government overreach and civil liberties concerns
- Virtual reality gaming and VR chat
- Mike Tyson's boxing career and legacy
- Smartphone comparisons: iPhone vs Android
- Privacy issues with Zoom and data commodification
- Conspiracy theories about the pandemic
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