Episode
Bonus: A Conversation About Tiger King and Rural America
1:34:16
Published: Mon Apr 13 2020
Description
Robert is joined by Billy Wayne Davis for a bonus episode inspired by the Netflix series, Tiger King. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chapters
The overwhelming impression after watching Tiger King is that for most Americans outside of the rural South, it was seen as a bizarre fairy tale rather than a reality, but for those living in those areas, it's a different story.
00:00 - 04:07 (04:07)
Summary
The overwhelming impression after watching Tiger King is that for most Americans outside of the rural South, it was seen as a bizarre fairy tale rather than a reality, but for those living in those areas, it's a different story.
EpisodeBonus: A Conversation About Tiger King and Rural America
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The idea that there are more big cats in private ownership in Texas than there are in the wild has been circulating.
04:07 - 09:37 (05:29)
Summary
The idea that there are more big cats in private ownership in Texas than there are in the wild has been circulating. However, the source of this claim may not be entirely reliable as it often originates from the humane society or similar organizations.
EpisodeBonus: A Conversation About Tiger King and Rural America
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The Humane Society tracked down a tiger cub that was supposed to be ethically sold to a reputable buyer, which ended up on a tiger farm in South Carolina.
09:38 - 15:00 (05:22)
Summary
The Humane Society tracked down a tiger cub that was supposed to be ethically sold to a reputable buyer, which ended up on a tiger farm in South Carolina. Private ownership of exotic animals is a big issue in the United States.
EpisodeBonus: A Conversation About Tiger King and Rural America
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The podcast explores stories of people who rehab big cats that have been abused or confiscated from drug dealers while also discussing how some people acquire large cats as pets.
15:00 - 20:09 (05:09)
Summary
The podcast explores stories of people who rehab big cats that have been abused or confiscated from drug dealers while also discussing how some people acquire large cats as pets.
EpisodeBonus: A Conversation About Tiger King and Rural America
PodcastBehind the Bastards
A conversation about the dangers of being in rural California involving hunting mountain lions and agriculture, as well as law enforcement's lack of involvement in the matter.
20:10 - 26:38 (06:28)
Summary
A conversation about the dangers of being in rural California involving hunting mountain lions and agriculture, as well as law enforcement's lack of involvement in the matter.
EpisodeBonus: A Conversation About Tiger King and Rural America
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The speaker describes his dream home, which has beautiful stonework, and a big living room full of couches and more than 500 knives and swords, although they are mostly low-quality and cheaply made.
26:38 - 33:21 (06:43)
Summary
The speaker describes his dream home, which has beautiful stonework, and a big living room full of couches and more than 500 knives and swords, although they are mostly low-quality and cheaply made.
EpisodeBonus: A Conversation About Tiger King and Rural America
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The speaker recounts a dinner experience with a man who constantly emphasized the lack of respect people show these days, making the atmosphere uncomfortable and the speaker not wanting to return.
33:21 - 37:45 (04:23)
Summary
The speaker recounts a dinner experience with a man who constantly emphasized the lack of respect people show these days, making the atmosphere uncomfortable and the speaker not wanting to return.
EpisodeBonus: A Conversation About Tiger King and Rural America
PodcastBehind the Bastards
A story of an adult who realizes that having an angry pet animal in his home is not the best decision he's made.
37:46 - 40:39 (02:52)
Summary
A story of an adult who realizes that having an angry pet animal in his home is not the best decision he's made.
EpisodeBonus: A Conversation About Tiger King and Rural America
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The speaker rants about the appropriateness of owning a Husky in Hollywood and mentions his cousin-in-law's experience with a noisy beagle.
40:39 - 47:09 (06:30)
Summary
The speaker rants about the appropriateness of owning a Husky in Hollywood and mentions his cousin-in-law's experience with a noisy beagle. He believes that dogs are meant to keep people alive and recalls his former partner's farm in the countryside.
EpisodeBonus: A Conversation About Tiger King and Rural America
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The podcast discusses rural weirdos traveling to other parts of the world and how their behaviors and mannerisms may cause confusion and amusement for others.
47:09 - 51:09 (03:59)
Summary
The podcast discusses rural weirdos traveling to other parts of the world and how their behaviors and mannerisms may cause confusion and amusement for others.
EpisodeBonus: A Conversation About Tiger King and Rural America
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The charm of rural America lies in meeting eccentric individuals who may not fit societal norms, as exemplified by the characters in Tiger King who are intriguing despite their potentially dangerous behaviors.
51:09 - 56:15 (05:05)
Summary
The charm of rural America lies in meeting eccentric individuals who may not fit societal norms, as exemplified by the characters in Tiger King who are intriguing despite their potentially dangerous behaviors.
EpisodeBonus: A Conversation About Tiger King and Rural America
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The speaker recounts a journey through the country of Guatemala, including traveling on a chicken bus and encountering armed men in camouflage who searched their vehicle.
56:15 - 1:02:56 (06:40)
Summary
The speaker recounts a journey through the country of Guatemala, including traveling on a chicken bus and encountering armed men in camouflage who searched their vehicle.
EpisodeBonus: A Conversation About Tiger King and Rural America
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The host recounts how they had to deal with a sketchy salesman in Guatemala who was trying to sell them meat and had a dubious past, while also navigating their fondness for the local culture and people.
1:02:56 - 1:06:54 (03:58)
Summary
The host recounts how they had to deal with a sketchy salesman in Guatemala who was trying to sell them meat and had a dubious past, while also navigating their fondness for the local culture and people.
EpisodeBonus: A Conversation About Tiger King and Rural America
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The speaker discusses the potential dangers of living on the road, including being beholden to people you may not want to be associated with.
1:06:56 - 1:10:54 (03:58)
Summary
The speaker discusses the potential dangers of living on the road, including being beholden to people you may not want to be associated with.
EpisodeBonus: A Conversation About Tiger King and Rural America
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The speaker expresses their opinions on the show "Tiger King" and its controversial characters, claiming that Carole Baskin's desire for fame will ultimately lead to her downfall.
1:10:54 - 1:13:06 (02:11)
Summary
The speaker expresses their opinions on the show "Tiger King" and its controversial characters, claiming that Carole Baskin's desire for fame will ultimately lead to her downfall.
EpisodeBonus: A Conversation About Tiger King and Rural America
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The power dynamics of capitalism can enable individuals to hold power over others, leading to negative behavior.
1:13:06 - 1:17:20 (04:14)
Summary
The power dynamics of capitalism can enable individuals to hold power over others, leading to negative behavior. This can be seen in industries such as comedy where individuals with a certain level of power abuse it for personal gain.
EpisodeBonus: A Conversation About Tiger King and Rural America
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The speaker talks about being attracted to and making friends with profoundly driven people, even if it means putting herself in dangerous situations.
1:17:20 - 1:19:08 (01:48)
Summary
The speaker talks about being attracted to and making friends with profoundly driven people, even if it means putting herself in dangerous situations.
EpisodeBonus: A Conversation About Tiger King and Rural America
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The podcast discusses the use of methamphetamine in Silicon Valley and the similarities between the effects of methamphetamine and certain work hacks.
1:19:08 - 1:23:37 (04:29)
Summary
The podcast discusses the use of methamphetamine in Silicon Valley and the similarities between the effects of methamphetamine and certain work hacks. The presenters highlight the fact that methamphetamine isn't the cause of the behavior.
EpisodeBonus: A Conversation About Tiger King and Rural America
PodcastBehind the Bastards
This podcast episode features discussions on jokes, comedy writing process, discrimination, and being a comedian.
1:23:37 - 1:26:13 (02:35)
Summary
This podcast episode features discussions on jokes, comedy writing process, discrimination, and being a comedian.
EpisodeBonus: A Conversation About Tiger King and Rural America
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The assistant bus driver found a lost bag belonging to a woman and returned it to her the next day.
1:26:13 - 1:29:53 (03:39)
Summary
The assistant bus driver found a lost bag belonging to a woman and returned it to her the next day. The bag had the woman's contact information written on it, which allowed the finders to reach out to her on Facebook that night.
EpisodeBonus: A Conversation About Tiger King and Rural America
PodcastBehind the Bastards
"Silenced: The Radio Murders" podcast explores the deep world of drugs and darkness behind the assassination of three radio journalists in Miami, while "Beauty Translated" podcast goes beyond skin deep conversations and challenges perceptions of trans people.
1:29:53 - 1:31:08 (01:15)
Summary
"Silenced: The Radio Murders" podcast explores the deep world of drugs and darkness behind the assassination of three radio journalists in Miami, while "Beauty Translated" podcast goes beyond skin deep conversations and challenges perceptions of trans people.