912. - Chris & Jason

Summary of 912. - Chris & Jason

by Chris Black & Jason Stewart / Talkhouse

1h 0m•March 2, 2026
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Overview of 912. - Chris & Jason

This episode of How Long Gone (hosts Chris Black & Jason Stewart) is a freewheeling, early-morning LA conversation covering pop-culture moments, award‑show controversy, nightlife culture, food & restaurants, and personal anecdotes. The hosts riff on recent viral clips (Harry Styles’ dancing), celebrity plastic surgery, hip‑hop social-media feuds (T.I. vs. 50 Cent), SNL bits, DJ sets and a Tom of Finland party, plus a long chat about going out in Los Angeles (doors, lines, and branded events). The episode also includes multiple sponsor reads (Quince, Squarespace, Cheers, Superpower, BetterHelp).

Key topics discussed

  • Harry Styles’ recent performance and dancing — perceived David Byrne inspiration versus mainstream TikTok choreography attempts.
  • Award-show moments: Brit Awards/BET Awards clips, BAFTAs Tourette’s joke controversy, and host/comedy takes on those events.
  • Celebrity plastic surgery and aging: extended discussion of Kelly Osbourne and Jim Carrey’s recent looks; debate about aging gracefully vs. drastic procedures.
  • Tribute culture and legacy acts: Ozzy Osbourne / Black Sabbath tributes and how legacy acts persist in mainstream media.
  • SNL: reactions to sketches involving cancelled celebrities and standout performances (mentions of impressions including Bill Cosby, Mel Gibson, Louis C.K., and Kenan).
  • Hip‑hop feuds & social media warfare: T.I. vs. 50 Cent — tactics, memes, diss tracks and the blurring of real drama vs. staged narratives.
  • Artist gossip / young artists: speculation about Glaive’s romantic life and lifestyle.
  • Nightlife & event culture: DJ Harvey and Tom of Finland party recap, door policy dynamics (doormen vs. security), the decline of unbranded weekly parties, and the rise of branded/private events.
  • Food & local outings: trip to a David Chang–related Century City restaurant (referred to as “Super Peach”/compared to Majordomo), Arcana bookstore meetup, Eataly/White Mustache yogurt, and general mall nostalgia.
  • Fashion/brand notes: Supreme collabs (Paris Is Burning hoodie), Drake x McDonald’s capsule thoughts and merch economics, and Loewe show invite (hosts’ upcoming Paris trip).

Notable insights & quotes

  • On Harry Styles’ dancing: “It felt like David Byrne to me…he might be taking that angle, but that subtlety is lost on basically everyone.”
  • On cosmetic changes: “There is something to be said about aging gracefully…he overhauled something that didn’t need to be overhauled.”
  • On award-show comedy: comedians’ jokes land differently depending on context — “what plays at the BAFTAs might not play the BET Awards.”
  • On nightlife: “You can’t take the chance” of clubs filled with people you don’t want to be around; the hosts argue modern nightlife often requires branding or exclusivity to get the crowd they want.
  • On merch/collabs: merch (and the merch play) is often where artists make real money; major brands don’t always need artists, but artists use brands for reach and profit.

Main takeaways

  • Viral performances can be read in multiple ways: intent (artistic homage) vs. commercial strategy (TikTok traction), and intent often gets lost with mass audiences.
  • Public discourse around celebrity bodies and plastic surgery remains fraught — hosts balance critique with empathy but emphasize cultural expectations around aging.
  • Award/tribute shows and legacy acts are still cultural moments that renew interest in older artists, but they also expose generational divides in taste and relevance.
  • Hip‑hop feuds now mix traditional diss tracks with social-media tactics, and the line between staged conflict and real animus is increasingly blurry.
  • Nightlife culture has shifted: curated/brand-driven events and private affairs have largely replaced the old weekly club scenes where vibe alone brought the right crowd.
  • Food and local outings still offer nostalgic, grounding moments (malls, bookstores, Eataly, specialty yogurt), and the hosts enjoy those as part of LA life.

Practical notes / logistics mentioned

  • Hosts will be in Paris (roughly May 4–7; more precisely they expect to be there May 5–7) for the Loewe show.
  • They referenced upcoming content shoots and a new segment in development.
  • Sponsors read (products/services recommended and promo codes):
    • Quince (wardrobe basics) — quince.com/howlong
    • Squarespace — squarespace.com/howlong (code: howlong for 10% off)
    • Cheers (alcohol recovery supplement) — cheershealth.com (promo: howlong)
    • Superpower (comprehensive blood testing/health platform) — superpower.com (code: HOWLONG)
    • BetterHelp (online therapy) — betterhelp.com/howlong

Who this episode is for

  • Listeners who enjoy long-form pop-culture commentary with a conversational, irreverent tone.
  • People interested in contemporary nightlife dynamics, celebrity culture, and LA social scenes.
  • Fans of the hosts’ taste-based takes on food, fashion, and music.

Quick episode highlights (short bullets)

  • Heated back-and-forth about Harry Styles’ choreography and whether it was David Byrne–inspired.
  • Strong opinions on Kelly Osborne and Jim Carrey’s cosmetic transformations.
  • Recap of Tom of Finland party and DJ Harvey set (hosts DJed/played; long line at the door).
  • Food recap: positive review of David Chang–adjacent Century City restaurant; nostalgia for mall dining and Eataly specialties (White Mustache yogurt).
  • Conversation on T.I./50 Cent feud, social media warfare, and how modern beef resembles soap‑opera/WWE narratives.
  • Fashion/brand chat: Supreme’s Paris Is Burning hoodie, Drake’s McDonald’s capsule, and merch economics.

If you want a 30–60 second TL;DR: it’s a scattershot, opinion-heavy episode touching on viral performances, celebrity plastic surgery, award-show and hip-hop drama, nightlife culture, and LA food/fashion anecdotes — delivered in the hosts’ casual, comedic style with multiple sponsor segments.