LA Is Burning | 2 Bears, 1 Cave
2 Bears, 1 Cave with Tom Segura & Bert Kreischer
Deep Dive
Why are the Los Angeles wildfires considered unprecedented?
The wildfires are described as the largest ever in Los Angeles, with an estimated damage cost of $51 billion, which is expected to grow exponentially. Entire neighborhoods, schools, and businesses have been completely destroyed, including areas where the hosts once lived.
What are 'go bags' and why are they important during wildfires?
Go bags are emergency kits packed with essential items like passports, cash, medication, and valuables, ready to grab in case of evacuation. Bert mentions packing go bags as a precaution due to the proximity of the wildfires to his home.
What industries or changes might emerge from the wildfire disaster?
The hosts speculate that industries related to fire-retardant building materials and concrete or stone homes will grow. They also predict stricter laws prohibiting flammable landscapes and trees in fire-prone areas, leading to a shift in construction and landscaping practices.
What is the impact of the wildfires on real estate in areas like Malibu and the Palisades?
The wildfires have destroyed many high-value properties, leading to a potential decrease in property values. However, the hosts predict that rebuilding efforts will focus on fire-resistant materials, and some people may take advantage of the situation to acquire beachfront property in Malibu.
How did Nikki Glaser handle hosting the Golden Globes?
Nikki Glaser received praise for her performance, particularly for her ability to deliver jokes with perfect timing and adapt on stage when her planned closer didn't work. She also gave credit to her writers, highlighting the collaborative effort behind her success.
What is the significance of Muslim fashion discussed in the podcast?
The hosts discuss the consistency of traditional Muslim clothing, noting its practicality in Middle Eastern climates and its cultural significance. They also humorously suggest implementing a similar uniform approach in America, reducing individual expression through clothing.
Why did Bert buy a pot leaf hat for a friend's son, and what was the result?
Bert bought a pot leaf hat as a joke for a friend's son during a vacation in Italy. The son wore it in every family photo, ruining the vacation pictures, which led to the mother jokingly blaming Bert for the ruined memories.
What is the hosts' opinion on Hollywood writers?
The hosts praise Hollywood writers for their wit and creativity, citing examples of clever humor and the collaborative nature of writer's rooms. They highlight Nikki Glaser's writers as some of the funniest people in the industry.
- Widespread destruction from the Los Angeles wildfires
- Bert Kreischer's former neighborhood is largely gone
- Predictions about the rebuilding process and new regulations
- Impact on the insurance industry