Timcast IRL · January 25, 2023 · 2h 0m
Timcast IRL #700 DOOMSDAY Clock Moves 90 Seconds To Midnight Over Russia WW3 Threat w/Nuance Bro
Episode Recap
Timcast IRL episode 700 aired on January 25, 2023, featuring a discussion centered on the Doomsday Clock being moved to 90 seconds to midnight. Tim Pool opened the show by criticizing the symbolic gesture, calling it 'complete meaningless nonsense' while acknowledging it brings attention to discussions about nuclear annihilation. The conversation shifted to Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the U.S. decision to send tanks to the region, with Russian propagandists claiming this escalation signals World War III. Nuance Bro joined as a guest, sharing gifts including Russian tiger AK ammo, Yugo AK ammo, and handicrafts from Iran. Hannah Claire Brimlow also appeared as a writer for Timcast.com, reclaiming Luke's seat. Phil Labonte, vocalist from All That Remains, participated remotely, explaining his presence as filling in for co-hosts. Tim discussed his collaboration with Stephen Crowder from the previous night's show, mentioning exclusive member content available at TimCast.com. The episode also covered Ian's absence as he sought experimental stem cell therapy for Bocas the cat. Co-host Serge returned after being delayed at the airport due to a Frontier flight delay. The conversation concluded with references to a Rick and Morty controversy. BetMGM Casino was featured as the primary sponsor, with an ad read highlighting their live dealer table games, over 3,000 game options, and same-day withdrawal features for Ontario users.
TL;DR
- →Tim Pool criticized the Doomsday Clock's move to 90 seconds to midnight, calling it 'complete meaningless nonsense' and questioning the motivations behind the symbolic gesture
- →Discussion focused on U.S. tanks being sent to Ukraine and Russian propagandists declaring it signals World War III
- →Guest Nuance Bro appeared to discuss the situation, bringing gifts including Russian tiger AK ammo and Yugo AK ammo as conversation pieces
- →Phil Labonte from All That Remains called in to participate, filling in for absent co-hosts Luke and Ian
- →Tim referenced last night's collaboration with Stephen Crowder and promoted exclusive members-only content at TimCast.com
- →The episode featured a BetMGM Casino ad read highlighting their live dealer games and over 3,000 game options
Key Moments
- 0:00Opening and Doomsday Clock DiscussionTim opens the show by criticizing the Doomsday Clock being moved to 90 seconds to midnight, calling it meaningless while pivoting to coverage of Russia-Ukraine tensions
- 15:00Tank Deliveries and WW3 RhetoricMain discussion on U.S. sending tanks to Ukraine and Russian claims this constitutes World War III
- 35:00Nuance Bro Guest AppearanceGuest Nuance Bro joins the show, shares gifts including AK ammo and Iranian handicrafts, discusses his Twitter and YouTube presence
- 50:00Phil Labonte and Team UpdatesPhil Labonte from All That Remains calls in, Hannah Claire Brimlow appears as writer, Tim discusses Ian's absence with Bocas the cat
- 75:00Closing and SponsorsTim promotes TimCast membership, references Stephen Crowder collaboration, features BetMGM Casino ad read
Notable Quotes
“I think they must be really excited when war was declared and Russia moved into Ukraine because they were like, hey, we're once again relevant in discussing nuclear annihilation.”
— Tim Pool · opening criticism of Doomsday Clock motivations
“It's as nourishing as a photo of oxygen to a drowning man. And I guess simply put, this is complete meaningless nonsense.”
— Tim Pool · referencing Watchmen and dismissing Doomsday Clock significance
“I've been doing a lot of Twitter stuff, spaces. You were in one of the spaces not too long ago, yeah, that was cool.”
— Nuance Bro · introducing himself and his content focus
“I am Phil Labonte, the guy that yells in All That Remains, and I am here to give my input on whatever we're talking about tonight.”
— Phil Labonte · introduction as guest co-host
“The U.S. is going to be sending tanks into Ukraine. Russia's pissed. Russian propagandists are saying it's already World War III.”
— Tim Pool · main story about escalation