The autogenerated AI synopsis of this episode makes it sound so legit, and is obviously a mischaracterization of what we have here:

Join us for a lively conversation exploring societal rules, government regulation, and the importance of basic life skills in a modern world. We delve into topics like alcohol laws, travel experiences, and the nostalgic value of traditional skills, all with humor and insight. In this lively episode, Jonathan and Allison explore a wide range of topics from survival skills and the importance of practical education to art, capitalism, and humorous banter about TV characters. They emphasize the value of learning essential skills, the impact of technology on brain development, and share personal anecdotes about travel and preparedness.

WE HAVE A MESSAGE FROM AUSSIE JERRY! He comes in with a great question about skills that technology has replaced and whether we should keep em or move on.

The Sibs learn new things about each other, including feeling about the apocalypse and what the painting Voice of Fire taught them.

The Sibs start off real lowkey but we all know that won't last! Jon institutes a new rule - Allison gets three "wait!"'s an episode; and she immediately uses up all of them.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

*Allison is once again the Ambassador for Red Door Family Shelter (reddoorshelter.ca) for Coldest Night Of The Year (cnoy.org) on February 28th; and is fundraising for this incredible organization.

*Jon is going on tour in Western Canada, and you can find tour dates and tickets at jondore.com He will also be in Cincinnati!

*Leave us a message (written or verbal) at brothersisterpod.com

We get a brief update on Licegate 2.0 and Jon's research, then Jon reveals what his surefire platform would be if he ran for Prime Minister.

WE HAVE A MESSAGE FROM SOMEONE TRYING TO SELL US SOMETHING! Allison reads another sales pitch email that she feels is unhinged. Jon immediately halts proceedings and calls for a meeting.

Meeting notes:

*discussing episode content before recording

*changing Jon's middle name to Dwindle

*using current events to get into personal stories

*Deepak Chopra is in the Epstein files

The meeting never comes to an official close, as The Sibs get sidetracked by whether or not Jon should let his kid watch violent sports. A very intellectual discussion follows about CTE and how to make sports safer, when disaster strikes- Sister shoots Brother.

(FYI - the NFL Player/Mathematician who's name Allison Couldn't remember is John Urschel)

A technical difficulty alleviates some pressure in a major squabble, but they get right back into arguing about whether or nor shot-putters think putting shots is fun.

We open with an official announcement about Sister's name, and then Brother begins updating the world on Licegate 2.0 when Patient Zero enters the room.

The Sibs put on their Scientist hats and theorize wildly about how lice operate and if they are getting worse. Squabble #1 comes when Jon doesn't feel Allison is listening. Jon then claims he is going to do extensive research and present his findings in the coming weeks; and reveals the shocking side effect he is experiencing as a result of dealing with an infestation.

Jon's struggles remind Allison of a story she heard recently about an outbreak of Super Chlamydia among billionaires, which sets off another round of Idiots Trying To Be Scientists. Jon is trying to break stigmas and chastises Allison for what he perceives as upholding them. And of course you can't talk about Chlamydia without talking about koalas.

***LEGAL DISCLAIMER*** Nothing these dummies say should be construed as medial advice or scientific certainty.

Allison shared a story about recently controlling her inner Hulk, and 2 stories where she didn't. Jon uses an inspirational quote to help strangers believe in themselves.