In this episode of The Might Delete Later Podcast, Derrick is joined by special guest co-host Mari, filling in while Shana vacations off-grid. The duo dives into recent celebrity deaths (RIP Malcolm-Jamal Warner, Ozzy Osbourne, and Hulk Hogan—sort of), debates separating art from the artist, and laments the streaming era’s impact on artists’ wallets. Things get juicy as they dissect modern dating, emotional vs. physical cheating, and the wild world of unsolicited DMs. Expect laughs, hot takes, and a healthy dose of “Did they really just say that?” banter.

Shana on Vacation & Introducing Mari (00:00:14)
Derrick explains Shana's absence, introduces guest co-host Mari, and sets up the episode.
Celebrity Deaths & Legacies (00:01:22)
Discussion of recent celebrity deaths: Malcolm-Jamal Warner, Ozzy Osbourne, and Hulk Hogan, including their legacies and controversies.
Separating Art from the Artist (00:05:14)
Debate about whether you can separate problematic artists (e.g., R. Kelly, Diddy) from their work.
Radio, Streaming, and Music Consumption (00:07:22)
Conversation about the decline of terrestrial radio, rise of streaming platforms, and personal listening habits.
Physical Media vs. Streaming (00:08:11)
Discussion on the decline of Blu-rays/DVDs, convenience of streaming, and challenges finding certain movies.
Impact of Streaming on Artists (00:11:21)
How streaming affects artists’ income, the writers/actors strike, and the economics of digital media.
Shorter Songs & Streaming Economics (00:14:14)
How streaming has led to shorter songs and changed how artists get paid.
Main Topic Introduction: Cheating (00:14:51)
Host introduces the main topic: who are better cheaters, men or women, and shifts to why men and women cheat.
Social Proof & Relationship Dynamics (00:16:14)
Clip from Olivia Alexa about women desiring men with social proof; discussion on attraction and competitiveness.
Insecurity and Relationship Sabotage (00:21:16)
Exploring how insecurity in relationships leads to self-sabotage and unhealthy dynamics.
Social Media & Modern Dating (00:26:07)
Impact of social media and digital connectivity on relationships, competition, and dating culture.
Unsolicited DMs & Online Behavior (00:27:37)
Stories about unsolicited explicit messages, online boundaries, and changing social norms.
On-Demand Culture & Patience (00:32:19)
How on-demand media consumption affects patience, attention spans, and expectations in life and relationships.
Ideology of Men Who Cheat (00:33:10)
Clip and discussion about why men cheat, compartmentalization, and emotional unavailability.
Ideology of Women Who Cheat (00:37:52)
Clip and discussion about why women cheat, emotional infidelity, and relationship dissatisfaction.
Emotional Cheating & Relationship Intimacy (00:43:10)
Exploring emotional cheating, intimacy needs, and differences in how men and women experience infidelity.
Cultural Norms & Cheating Acceptance (00:48:07)
Discussion of cultural acceptance of infidelity, generational differences, and family dynamics.
Wrap-Up & Where to Find Mari (00:48:52)
Closing remarks, where to find Mari on social media, and preview of next week’s episode.

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