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THIS PAST WEEKEND • EPISODE #651 Ella Langley COUNTRY MUSIC & LIFE ▶ 01:49:49 • 👤 THEO VON • 👑 ELLA LANGLEY • 🏭 Country Music • Life • Songwriting ▶ WATCH ON YOUTUBE THIS PAST WEEKEND • EPISODE #651 Ella Langley COUNTRY MUSIC & LIFE ▶ 01:49:49  • 👤 THEO VON  • 👑 ELLA LANGLEY  • 🏭 Country Music • Life • Songwriting ▶ WATCH ON YOUTUBE Podcast name: Theo Von Episode title: Ella Langley | This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von #651 YouTube URL: Watch Segment TRUE video duration: 01:49:49 Last transcript timestamp used: [01:49:41] Transcript status: [✅ Full] 1. QUICK REFERENCE BOX YouTube: ▶ Watch on YouTube — TPW #651 Ella Langley Top 5 Book Recommendations: Historical Fiction Book 1 — [31:53] 🔗 Historical Fiction Book 2 — [31:53] 🔗 Historical Fiction Book 3 — [31:53] 🔗 Historical Fiction Book 4 — [31:53] 🔗 Historical Fiction Book 5 — [31:53] 🔗 Top 5 Product/Tool Recommendations: Tesla Electric Vehicles — [02:18] 🔗 Dandelion Tea Detox — [01:21:37] 🔗 Gibson Acoustic Guitars — [16:54] 🔗 Chuck Taylor Shoes — [01:27:14] 🔗 Tzatziki Greek Sauce — [58:49] 🔗 Guests & Primary Contact: Ella Langley — Official Website / Music Streaming Platforms [00:59] 3 Best Quotes: “My imagination got to live longer than most.” — Ella Langley [05:25] ⭐ “It’s like pretend until the rest of you shows up and joins you.” — Theo Von [18:13] ⭐ “I don’t give a rat’s ass what you would usually do. I do not want to do it like that.” — Ella Langley [01:12:20] ⭐ Sponsors & Affiliates: Moon Pay Agents — Autonomous AI handling crypto transactions (buy, sell, trade, swap) across Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana using tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini. Offer: Available at moonpay.com/agents [23:19] BetterHelp — Professional licensed online therapy matched according to your goals to handle financial stress, anxiety, and sleep disruption. Offer: 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/theo [24:28] Morgan & Morgan — America’s largest injury law firm recovering over $30 billion for clients with free consultation and no fee unless they win. Offer: Visit forthepeople.com/theo or dial #LAW (#529) [52:28] You’ll love this episode if you’re interested in: Country Music, Independent Artistry, Alabama Upbringing, Touring Realities, Creative Autonomy, Southern Culture. Most Searched For: Ella Langley Dandelion Album Theo Von Bus Boys Movie Lainey Wilson Camo Cape Bryant-Denny Stadium Concert History Waffle House Valentine’s Day Dinner Total Count Summary: 5 books · 7 products · 22 people · 9 concepts 2. EPISODE OVERVIEW Episode Title & Number: Ella Langley | This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von #651 Hosts & Guests: Theo Von — Stand-up comedian, host of This Past Weekend, and co-star of the upcoming feature film Bus Boys. Ella Langley — Breakout country music artist and songwriter from Hope Hull, Alabama whose highly anticipated new album Dandelion debuts on Friday, April 10th. Approximate Duration: 01:49:49 Episode Summary: Theo Von sits down with country music sensation Ella Langley to talk about her meteoric rise in the country music scene, her childhood being homeschooled in southern Alabama, and navigating high-stakes industry politics. Ella dives deep into the inspiration behind her album Dandelion, sharing firsthand accounts of sticking to her artistic instincts against record label demands, while Theo reflects on the shared madness of growing up in small-town environments. Ella also discusses her upbringing in a hippie Baptist family in Hope Hull, Alabama, the stars she looked up to on her path to Nashville, and her thoughts on fan-created alternate lyrics to her hit “Choosin’ Texas.” Key Themes: Growing up in a hippie Baptist family in Hope Hull, Alabama, and small rural communities. The grueling evolution of touring from packing into standard vans to running direct stadium support. Defending creative choices against traditional music industry expectations. The mental burden, anxiety, and internal criticism that accompanies rapid public fame. Collaborative songwriting and drawing sonic references from classic eras. ▶ Watch on YouTube: Ella Langley | This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von #651 3. TIMESTAMP DIRECTORY [00:00:00] — Bus Boys Movie Promo — Theo announces the ticket pre-sales for his upcoming movie Bus Boys with David Spade. [00:00:42] — Guest Introduction — Theo introduces country powerhouse Ella Langley and highlights her new album Dandelion. [00:01:25] — The Langley Family Grit — Discussion regarding meeting Ella’s grandpa, brother, and mother backstage, noting their classic Southern grit. [00:02:53] — Lainey Wilson at Jelly Roll’s Show — Reflecting on performing with Lainey Wilson and her relentless, superhuman work ethic. [00:04:22] — Southern Baptist Upbringing — Ella describes being homeschooled up until the 6th grade and attending a small church that started in a hay bale barn. [00:05:46] — Distracting Others in Class — A look back at getting into trouble during early school years for excessive talking and being placed in the corner desk. [00:07:33] — Eye Muscle Surgeries — Ella recounts undergoing intense corrective surgeries to fix her eye muscles, comparing them to coordinating a horse and carriage. [00:09:04] — Small Town High Schools & Dances — Graduating in a class of 32 kids, attending rural Sadie Hawkins dances, and bonfires. [00:11:15] — First Gigs at Lake Martin — Playing weddings at 15 and hitting early country venues near North America’s premier man-made lakes. [00:13:29] — Potlucks, Deviled Eggs & Church Politics — Church rules limiting deviled egg helpings to prevent potluck altercations. [00:15:15] — The Terror of Judgment Houses — Ella shares her childhood memories of being profoundly frightened into getting saved twice by a realistic Christian haunted house car-crash scenario. [00:17:00] — Fearlessness and Risk-Taking — Exploring the inner drive required to commit to music completely despite overwhelming future uncertainties. [00:18:48] — Adult Nap Volatility — A funny dive into waking up from adult naps feeling completely ruined or perfectly refreshed. [00:19:30] — Honky Tonk Fight Stories — Playing sports bars, funerals, and weddings where patrons sell illegal substances or crash directly into microphone stands. [00:21:04] — The Buried Whale Mystery — Ella recalls a strange family reunion myth in Brantley, Alabama regarding

THIS PAST WEEKEND • EPISODE #650 Jake Paul BOXING & BUSINESS ▶ 02:05:59 • 👤 THEO VON • 👑 JAKE PAUL • 🏭 Boxing • Business • Celebrity ▶ WATCH ON YOUTUBE THIS PAST WEEKEND • EPISODE #650 Jake Paul BOXING & BUSINESS ▶ 02:05:59  • 👤 THEO VON  • 👑 JAKE PAUL  • 🏭 Boxing • Business • Celebrity ▶ WATCH ON YOUTUBE Podcast name: Theo Von Episode title: Jake Paul | This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von #650 YouTube URL: Watch Segment TRUE video duration: 02:05:59 Last transcript timestamp used: [02:05:46] Transcript status: [✅ Full] 1. QUICK REFERENCE BOX Top 5 Book Recommendations: Meditations by Marcus Aurelius [39:01] 🔗 Amazon Search Fuck the Pauls (or alternative title variations discussed) by Pam Stepnick [01:07:32] 🔗 Amazon Search Moby Dick by Herman Melville [01:17:52] 🔗 Amazon Search The Bible [01:17:52] 🔗 Amazon Search The Bridges of Madison County by Robert James Waller [01:17:58] 🔗 Amazon Search Top 5 Product/Tool Recommendations: Celsius Energy Drink [03:21] 🔗 Amazon Search American Giant Vintage Pullover Hoodie [45:15] 🔗 Amazon Search IQ Bar Protein Bars [46:24] 🔗 Amazon Search Listerine Mouthwash (Green Apple Flavor) [22:52] 🔗 Amazon Search AR-15 Rifle [01:03:00] 🔗 Amazon Search Guests Contact: Jake Paul — Wikipedia Page: Jake Paul Wikipedia 3 Best Quotes: ⭐ “The richer you get, the less normal experiences become for you, so you have to do something different to feel something.” — Jake Paul [20:12] ⭐ “I live by truth, and I think that when you do that, God continues to bless you.” — Jake Paul [36:04] ⭐ “Social media removed the barriers for information and knowledge… authenticity is why certain celebrities are falling off.” — Jake Paul [01:31:33] Sponsors & Affiliates: Prize Picks: America’s number one sports pick app. Pick projections on players/teams. Promo code Theo for $50 in lineups after a $5 play [16:07]. Moon Pay: Cryptocurrency platform featuring “Moon Pay Agents” AI assistant tools for handling assets [17:19]. American Giant: US-made clothing brand from cotton to manufacturing. Promo code Theo for 20% off [45:15]. IQ Bar: Low-sugar, clean-label brain and body fuel protein bars. Text Theo to 64,000 for 20% off plus free shipping [46:24]. Valor Recovery: Sexual recovery coaching program helping men overcome porn abuse and compulsivity [47:38]. Interests Keywords: Professional Boxing, Psychedelic Healing, Content Creation Systems, MMA Promotion Economics, Family Dynamics in Fame. Most Searched For: Drewski Skit Reaction Ibogain Legislative Session Tennessee HB 2075 UFC Fighter Revenue Split Analysis DMT Stroke Neurogenesis Trials Total Count Summary: Total count summary: 5 books · 7 products · 33 people · 12 concepts 2. EPISODE OVERVIEW Episode Details: Jake Paul | This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von #650 [00:56] Hosts & Credentials: – Theo Von — Stand-up comedian, actor, and host of the This Past Weekend podcast [00:00]. Guests & Credentials: – Jake Paul — Professional boxer, content creator, entrepreneur, and co-founder of Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) [00:31]. Duration: 02:05:59 (Full transcript used). Episode Summary: Jake Paul joins Theo Von for a wide-ranging, candid conversation exploring the psychology of fame, personal struggles with mental health, and his deep investment in psychedelic plant medicine for trauma recovery and neuroplasticity. The pair dive into a transparent discussion about public scrutiny, the economics and inner mechanics of boxing promotion versus the UFC, and how family milestones have reshaped their current worldviews. Key Themes: The architectural flaws of public validation and the toxicity of the Los Angeles ecosystem. Therapeutic utility of Ayahuasca, 5-MeO-DMT, and ancestral medicines in biological repair. Structural business economics of Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) relative to conventional models like the UFC. The evolution of parent-child relationship structures following extreme financial success. Media curation of societal narratives and the modern manifestation of hyper-real entertainment. 3. TIMESTAMP DIRECTORY [00:00:00] — Bus Boys Release — Theo details the initial independent distribution push for his theatrical feature film with David Spade. [00:01:15] — The Procreation Problem — A philosophical inquiry into standardizing human biological reproduction parameters using IQ metrics. [00:02:22] — Idiocracy as Realism — Analysis of Mike Judge’s cultural framework shifting from satire to contemporary documentary reality. [00:04:45] — The Joe Dirt Mirror — Jake tracks the core cinematic and narrative archetypes that structure Theo Von’s visual brand. [00:05:34] — Independent Film Financing — Theo breaks down the infrastructure risks of bypassing major corporate entertainment studios. [00:06:57] — Netflix Live Viewership Metrics — Jake outlines structural constraints encountered when competing with mainstream cinematic releases during pay-per-view windows. [00:09:55] — Modern Satirical Tropes — ⭐ Deep evaluation of digital content subversions and public political alignments regarding modern dark humor. [00:13:39] — Historical Accountability Arbitrage — Comparative review of political figures and television hosts utilizing racial caricatures historically without long-term reputational loss. [00:16:07] — Commercial Breaks — Sponsorship updates covering Prize Picks and algorithmic asset managers at Moon Pay. [00:19:04] — The 11th Finger Phenomenon — An anecdotal investigation into behaviors common among elite athletes and political executives. [00:20:12] — Isolation of Hyper-Wealth — Jake explains the escalation of sensory requirements necessary to generate emotional resonance once baseline financial security is absolute. [00:24:21] — The Disney Star Crash Archetype — Jake maps his historical descent into severe depression, suicidal ideation, and operational bankruptcy in Los Angeles. [00:27:28] — Urinal Diplomacy with Jeff Bezos — ⭐ An anecdotal parsing of modern industrial titans to humanize structural elite status symbols. [00:31:45] — Litigation Against Invalid Commentary — Jake outlines his formal legal strategy to target promotional commentary asserting fixed bouts or performance-enhancing drug use. [00:33:51] — Bandwagon Psychology Invalidation — Theo offers direct accountability for historically contributing to online narrative optimization circles at Jake’s expense. [00:38:54] — Stoic Structural Duty — Evaluation of Marcus Aurelius’s functional directives regarding civil service to broader societal ecosystems. [00:40:25] — Olympic Performance Vectors — Jake analyzes his emotional response to his fiancée breaking historical performance metrics under extreme international pressure. [00:43:35] — Aerodynamic Parental Layouts — Theo details non-conventional childhood memory loops regarding biological hygiene enforcement techniques. [00:45:15] — Sponsorship Intermission — Commercial considerations for American Giant, IQ

THIS PAST WEEKEND • EPISODE #648 Vince Vaughn HOLLYWOOD & HUMOR ▶ 01:41:12 • 👤 THEO VON • 👑 VINCE VAUGHN • 🏭 Comedy • Film • Hollywood ▶ WATCH ON YOUTUBE THIS PAST WEEKEND • EPISODE #648 Vince Vaughn HOLLYWOOD & HUMOR ▶ 01:41:12  • 👤 THEO VON  • 👑 VINCE VAUGHN  • 🏭 Comedy • Film • Hollywood ▶ WATCH ON YOUTUBE Podcast name: This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von Episode title: Vince Vaughn | This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von #648 YouTube URL: Watch Segment TRUE video duration: 01:41:12 Last transcript timestamp used: [01:41:03] Transcript status: [✅ Full] 1. QUICK REFERENCE BOX Top 5 Book Recommendations: Amazon Search by Kurt Vonnegut [47:03] — 🔗 Kurt Vonnegut Books Amazon Search by Aesop [01:29:52] — 🔗 Aesops Fables The Bible [01:29:26] — 🔗 The Bible Amazon Search on Greek Mythology [01:29:26] — 🔗 Greek Mythology Amazon Search on Oil and Seed Oil [01:29:54] — 🔗 Seed Oil History Top 5 Product/Tool Recommendations: Evel Knievel Stunt Cycle [06:40] — 🔗 Evel Knievel Stunt Cycle Crown Royal Purple Bag [03:14] — 🔗 Crown Royal Purple Bag Oakley Sunglasses [05:59] — 🔗 Oakley Sunglasses Alizé Liquer [01:14:41] — 🔗 Alize Liquer Camel Cigarettes (Vintage Pack) [09:34] — 🔗 Camel Cigarettes Memorabilia Guests: Vince Vaughn — Official Movie Page 3 Best Quotes: ⭐ “You can’t live in the stock market, right?” — [SPEAKER UNCERTAIN] [01:53] ⭐ “Show me a normal family, I’ll show you a liar.” — Theo Von [34:06] ⭐ “The skunk is the king of the jungle… that thing is the devil’s cologne baby.” — Theo Von [52:38] Sponsors & Affiliates: Prize Picks [28:11] — America’s number one sports pick app. Use promo code Theo for $50 in lineups on your first $5 play. 🔗 Prize Picks Search MoonPay Agents [29:22] — AI crypto manager tech to buy, sell, and swap coins safely. Visit moonpay.com/agents. Good Ranchers [56:45] — 100% American sourced meat box delivery. Use code Theo for $100 off across your first three orders. 🔗 Good Ranchers AG1 [57:56] — Daily foundational health drink for gut and immune support. Visit drinkAG1.com/we for a free flavor sampler and Vitamin D3/K2 kit. 🔗 AG1 Supplement shaker You’ll love this episode if you’re interested in: Vince Vaughn, 90s Hollywood Nostalgia, Sports History, Midwest Upbringing, Authentic Podcast Culture, Stand-up vs Improv Most Searched For: Evel Knievel Stunt Cycle Commercial Longest Boxing Match Bowen vs Burke Red Grange Galloping Ghost Illinois Diego Pavia Vanderbilt Highlights Camel Cigarette Package Artwork Myth Total Count Summary: Total count summary: 5 books · 7 products · 33 people · 9 concepts ▶ Watch on YouTube: Vince Vaughn | This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von #648Published: March 24, 2026 • Duration: 1:41:12 • 2.1M views • Theo Von (4.6M subscribers) 2. EPISODE OVERVIEW Episode Title: Vince Vaughn | This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von #648 Hosts & Guests: Host: Theo Von — Standard host and touring stand-up comedian. Guest: Vince Vaughn — Iconic Hollywood actor known for Swingers, Wedding Crashers, and Dodgeball, promoting his new Hulu film Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice. Duration: 01:41:12 [✅ Full Transcript Used] Episode Summary: Vince Vaughn joins Theo Von to break down his new sci-fi action comedy on Hulu. The two dive deep into shared nostalgic stories of growing up in the Midwest and South, the shift of cultural comedy dynamics from traditional Hollywood studio rooms to unfiltered podcasts, and historical deep dives into old-school sports legends. Key Themes: The economics of home buying versus long-term security. Childhood imagination, midwestern basements, and strict parental values. The historical expansion and commercialization of the NFL and Boxing. Why modern audiences favor authentic podcasts over hyper-sanitized late-night television. Navigating nostalgia, personal mistakes, and aging gracefully. 3. TIMESTAMP DIRECTORY [00:00:00] — Introduction — Theo introduces Vince Vaughn and promotes his upcoming Netflix taping in Austin, Texas. [00:01:09] — Real Estate & Money Logic — Vince and Theo discuss the anxieties of asset accumulation and renting. [00:03:01] — Childhood Hiding Spots — Burying money in the yard and stealing neighbors’ non-sterling silverware. [00:04:05] — The Terror of Basements — Watching The Evil Dead alone in the dark and sprinting into structural poles. [00:05:28] — The Toy Salesman’s Perks — Vince’s dad selling TMNT, outdoor pools, and prototype toys. [00:07:18] — ⭐ The Evel Knievel Cycle — Pulling up a retro commercial of a toy that never actually worked as depicted. [00:08:21] — Smurfs and Deep Conspiracies — Deconstructing Gargamel’s motives and Smurfette’s problematic gender ratio. [00:09:34] — The Camel Cigarette Artwork — Evaluating the long-standing rumor of a naked hidden figure on retro packaging. [00:10:33] — Pre-Internet Gas Station Myths — Pop Rocks, Rod Stewart, and Richard Gere hamster urban legends. [00:13:38] — The New Orleans Glue — Reminiscing about LSU games, meeting Drew Brees, and mutual friend Hugh Hayden. [00:17:00] — Parenting Dynamics on Spring Break — Realizing your casual friends have drastically different disciplinary actions. [00:19:51] — The Grace of Canadian Farm Posture — Theo breaks down his obsession with Canadian spatial alignment and horizontal physics. [00:21:25] — Missing States & Incomplete School Maps — Theo claims his school janitor accidentally omitted Maine and three other states from the playground map. [00:24:25] — The Amish Incident — Vince mistakes Amish children for literal 17th-century Pilgrims, resulting in his dad pulling the car over. [00:26:14] — The Rise of Hybrid Schooling — Vince tracks his children’s educational path away from institutional guilt-based curricula. [00:28:11] — Sponsor Intermission — Features Prize Picks and MoonPay Agents. [00:30:34] — The Strategy of Career vs Family — Re-evaluating life targets at 45 and working on your personal “magnet.” [00:34:28] — The Jar of Tears — Theo details a childhood plot to present a collection of preserved tears to local police. [00:36:35] — Retro Sex-Offender Notification Rules — The awkward era of mandated door-to-door check-ins directly with unsupervised children. [00:37:47] — Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice — Vince explains the advanced double-frame filming mechanics of playing two variants of himself.