Overview

In an informal discussion, participants reminisced about memorable experiences from 2005, including social gatherings and the cultural impact of shows like The Apprentice, particularly focusing on Donald Trump’s early public persona. They shared anecdotes from a New Year’s Eve party that blended family friends and comedians, highlighting the unique dynamics of such interactions, particularly with karaoke involved. Topics evolved to parenting, where they discussed appropriate restaurant behavior for children and established a ‘two-cry rule’ for public settings while suggesting ways to compensate disturbed diners. Conversations continued on living arrangements with parents, weighing the benefits of proximity to family against independence, before transitioning to creative ambitions for the New Year, including goals for a YouTube channel and the challenges of content creation. Action items were identified, including producing more clips for the YouTube channel, posting recorded shows, and considering original documentary projects to enhance viewership.

Notes

Reminiscing About 2005 (00:00 – 09:11)

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  Discussed memories from 2005, including parties in Williamsburg and Astoria
  
  
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  Mentioned watching the first season of The Apprentice with Donald Trump
  
  
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  Reflected on Trump’s public persona and business image at the time
  
  
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  Discussed making casting tapes for The Apprentice
  
  

New Year’s Eve Party (09:11 – 18:53)

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  One participant hosted a New Year’s Eve party at their parents’ house
  
  
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  The party was a mix of family friends and comedians
  
  
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  Discussed the dynamics of mixing civilians and comedians at social gatherings
  
  
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  Mentioned karaoke and singing attempts at the party
  
  
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  Discussed the issue of having more beer after the party than before
  
  

Parenting and Restaurant Etiquette (18:53 – 28:13)

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  Discussed a New Year’s Eve dinner at Roberta’s Pizza with kids from daycare
  
  
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  Debated appropriate behavior for children in restaurant settings
  
  
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  Established a ‘two-cry rule’ for children in public spaces
  
  
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  Suggested tipping extra or buying drinks for disturbed tables as compensation
  
  

Living Arrangements and Family (28:13 – 38:48)

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  Discussed potential living arrangements with parents
  
  
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  One participant’s parents offered their upstairs apartment
  
  
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  Debated pros and cons of living closer to family
  
  
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  Mentioned the idea of having a ‘crash pad’ at parents’ place for extended visits
  
  

Creative Goals and YouTube Channel (38:48 – 48:12)

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  Discussed New Year’s resolutions, focusing on creative projects
  
  
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  Expressed desire to grow YouTube channel and reach 500 subscribers
  
  
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  Mentioned upcoming Tom Dustin documentary with theatrical release
  
  
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  Discussed the challenges of creating content and growing an audience
  
  
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  Reflected on the sacrifices required for success in creative fields
  
  

Action items

Pat Miscellaneous

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  Create more clips for the YouTube channel to grow the audience (45:43)
  
  
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  Post three duo shows that have already been recorded (46:02)
  
  
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  Consider making original documentaries for the YouTube channel (46:43)