The End Is Here w/ Ari Shaffir | 2 Bears, 1 Cave

Summary of The End Is Here w/ Ari Shaffir | 2 Bears, 1 Cave

by YMH Studios

1h 14m•April 20, 2026
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Overview of The End Is Here w/ Ari Shaffir | Two Bears, One Cave

This episode of Two Bears, One Cave (YMH Studios) features Ari Shaffir as the guest and mixes promotion for Ari’s revived storytelling series The End with long-form, uncensored banter between hosts Bert and Tom. The conversation ranges from show-business anecdotes (including a near-collaboration with Tracy Morgan), crude/raunchy comedy stories, sobriety and health updates, drinking-culture reflections, and promotion for the hosts’ events and products (notably Porosos vodka). Tone: adult, profane, explicit; the episode contains sexual content, strong language, and drug/alcohol references.

Main segments & topics

  • The End (storytelling series)

    • Ari discusses reviving The End (originally on Comedy Central / YouTube) under YMH Studios.
    • Lineup highlights: Nate Bargatze, Ari Shaffir, Tony DiStefano, Tony Gillis, Jordan Jensen, Jay Oakerson, Ali Sadiq, Miss Pat, and many more.
    • Business model note: episodes can be bought individually or as a season; comedians participate in the backend revenue (they all get paid).
    • Pricing referenced: season ~$24.99; single episodes ~ $5–6; Nate Bargatze episode is a “clean” episode; a free prologue is available with some purchases.

  • Tracy Morgan story (major anecdote)

    • Bert recounts trying to get Tracy Morgan to corroborate a famous early-career bar story. They met Tracy (via Frosty at CAA), had a memorable in-person meeting where Tracy retold the night and initially gave Bert “permission” to tell it.
    • Plans to feature Tracy onstage fell through—Tracy later backed out of appearing—leaving Bert excited but ultimately disappointed.
    • Hosts praise Tracy’s unique comic voice and recall comedic, chaotic moments from working around him.

  • Ari & early-stage The End anecdotes

    • Stories about shooting the early YouTube/live versions, the rawness of early episodes, the risk-taking and nudity/raunchy bits in those early runs.
    • Ari’s frustration and drive to get the show back out as a final form under YMH Studios.

  • Sobriety, health, and personal updates

    • One host (Bert) describes a recent blood clot, hospitalization, and being placed on blood thinners — a forced alcohol pause through July 12.
    • Positive blood-work and health improvements from sobriety; conflicted feelings about “breaking” sobriety later (planning a celebratory trip).
    • Discussion on counting sober days, pitfalls of metrics/streaks, and how sobriety has become an influencer trend.

  • Drinking culture vs. microdosing

    • Conversation about alcohol as a social lubricant vs. contemporary microdosing/cold-plunge wellness culture.
    • Desire for low-dose cannabis products that mimic the social rhythm of alcohol (the “do you want another one?” social dynamic).
    • Plans floated for a celebratory “fall off the wagon” trip: locations considered include Key West, Jamaica, Turks & Caicos, Cayman Islands, Chicago, New Orleans, Puerto Rico.

  • Miscellaneous anecdotes & humor

    • Embarrassing/raunchy stories (threesomes, bad dates, getting arrested, spraying bodily humor).
    • Stories about morning TV bits (Norm Macdonald-style chaos), Daniel Tosh doing radio bits, and the hosts’ early promotional strategies.
    • Nostalgic stories about touring, Topgolf, sports events (national championship), murals in Greensboro, and the Two Bears community.

Notable quotes & moments

  • “You can buy individual episodes. You can buy the whole season, but every comedian participates in the back end.” — (on The End’s payout model)
  • Tracy Morgan scene recap: the meeting at CAA where Tracy chowed Chick-fil-A and riffed on the story—hosts describe it as “magical.”
  • Bert on sobriety: “When they told me I couldn't drink for six months... it felt like a death sentence,” followed by later: “My liver now is healthier than it's been in years.”
  • Porosos pitch at top: hosts repeatedly push trying/requesting Porosos vodka at bars; Bert frames it as “the best vodka you’re ever going to have.”

Sponsors, promos & offers (as discussed)

  • ShipStation — try 60 days free with code: CAVE (shipstation.com)
  • Hims (hair regrowth) — free online visit; referenced code: B E A R S (hims.com/bears)
  • IQ BAR — sampler pack promotion; text BEARS to 64000 for 20% off + free shipping (text promo code)
  • Manscaped — TCS Ball Hero Bundle supporting Testicular Cancer Society; use code BEARS for 15% off (manscaped.com / manscaped.com/tcs)
  • BetterHelp — therapy platform; get 10% off via betterhelp.com/bears

(Note: these are the promo details announced in-episode; check each sponsor’s site for exact terms and URLs.)

Events & where to watch / buy

  • The End (storytelling series): out now from YMH Studios. Available per-episode or as a full season (pricing discussed in-episode). Buy from YMH/Two Bears distribution channels (search “The End YMH Studios”).
  • Two Bears 5K (in-person event): May 9, 2026 — Pasadena Rose Bowl. Sign-ups promoted as TwoBears5K / 2bears5k (search the Two Bears 5K registration page for details). Hosts and many comedians will participate; it’s a festival-style event with music and food.
  • Porosos vodka: product promotion throughout the episode — they encourage listeners to request it at bars and stores.

Content warnings

  • Explicit sexual content, frequent profanity
  • Repeated references to drug and alcohol use
  • Adult/raunchy comedic stories (threesomes, bodily functions)
  • Unfiltered, uncensored, conversational comedy

Action items / recommendations

  • If you want the new storytelling series: search for The End (YMH Studios) — consider buying the prologue or the full season for full access and to support the comedians on the backend.
  • Interested in event/community: search TwoBears5K / 2bears5k to register for the May 9 Rose Bowl event.
  • Try Porosos vodka if curious (ask bars/stores to stock it or seek it out).
  • Use episode promo codes if you want the sponsor discounts — verify on sponsor sites before purchase.

This episode is heavy on live-comedy backstory, unfiltered banter, and industry anecdotes (particularly the near-miss Tracy Morgan collaboration), mixed with personal health updates and recurring product/event promotions. It’s aimed squarely at an adult audience who follow comedian life, raw storytelling, and the Two Bears community.