The Gracious Two - LIVE Show 051 - Scotty Blackmon

Concerns About Political Climate and Corruption:

The Gracious Two, Chad Gracey & John Rotolo discussed their concerns about the current political climate, specifically the proposed policies of the Democratic candidate. They also discussed the corruption of the Biden family and the potential negative impact of the Inflation Reduction Act, which Kamala Harris supported and could lead to increased government power over individuals. The conversation also touched on the hypocrisy of Harris's stance on tip taxes, as she previously supported a bill that would have made it harder for people to keep their tips.

Live Podcast With Technical Difficulties:

The Gracious Two's guest, Scotty Blackmon, was having technical difficulties joining the podcast. They discussed various topics including a recent concussion John had, a potential movie role for John and a serious topic about tips for servers and bartenders. They also talked about the Chinese funding of the Democratic National Committee and the connection between the DNC and the Chinese Communist Party. The guest, Scotty, eventually joined the show after some technical difficulties.

AI Concerns, Podcast Plans, and Paddle Boating:

John expressed his gratitude towards the West Milford police and the EMT squad and raised concerns about the potential dangers of artificial intelligence, with Scotty and Chad sharing their views on the subject. Scotty also shared his plans to start a podcast focused on musicians and Chad agreed to be a guest. The group also discussed Scotty's recent experiences, including crossing the deepest lake in North Georgia using a paddle boat and his recovery from a cardiac arrest. The conversation also touched on the benefits of paddle boating as a good cardiovascular exercise and a way to enjoy the mountain views.

Cardiac Arrest and CPR Experiences:

Chad, John and Scotty shared their experiences with cardiac arrest and near-death situations. Scotty described his unique near-death experience as being suspended in complete darkness and having no memory of earth, while Chad shared his experience of performing CPR on a friend during a hike. The guys discussed the potential risks of mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, with Chad expressing his discomfort and exhaustion after the procedure. John suggested the use of tubes for CPR instead of mouth-to-mouth, which Chad wished he had known before. The group also discussed the changing protocols around CPR.

Hollywood's Woke Agenda and Cancel Culture Debate:

The Gracious Two discussed Hollywood's current state, noting many are tired of the woke agenda and hoping for more traditional content. They agreed cancel culture shouldn't silence speech. Chad and John expressed optimism for a more balanced, successful Hollywood. Scotty also agreed with their perspectives on cancel culture.

Discontent With Kamala Harris' Campaign:

They expressed their discontent with Kamala Harris' presidential campaign, with John and Chad calling her a con artist and criticizing the Democratic Party for rigged primaries. The group also discussed the border controversy, with John stating that the border is not a right-wing talking point, but a factual issue. They speculated about the potential of Harris debating President Trump, with Chad suggesting that Harris might bow out of a debate due to potential negative performances, especially when faced with unscripted questions. The group noted that Harris has not conducted a real interview since becoming the nominee.

"Night of Nights" Discussion and Performance:

Scotty, Chad and John discussed the song "Night of Nights" and its unique features like tempo changes, time signatures and guitar effects. Chad recalled recording two versions with different tempos and expressed uncertainty about performing it live. John praised Chad's drumming and suggested performing the song later. They also discussed cutting the show short due to time constraints. Scotty promoted his Instagram page "Lake Lizard." In the end, John and Chad thanked Scotty for being a guest and expressed their intention to have him on again.

Bobbay's World - Bobby's Crypto Predictions and Social Media Plans:

Robert Hayes from Bobby's world predicted that Casper would become a top 3 cryptocurrency, even surpassing Ethereum, and advised against investing in XRP. He also shared his plans to invest in Casper and predicted its value to hit $5 billion within a year. The group also discussed potential takeover strategies and the implications of such actions, particularly in relation to intellectual property. Lastly, the group talked about their social media presence, with plans to go live the following week and encouraged audience interaction.