If You Could Have Any If YOU Could Have Dinner With Anyone (Historical) Living or Dead Who Would Who Would You Pick?

Plumbing the Death Star1h 12mMay 17, 2026

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The hosts of *Plumbing the Death Star* dive into the absurdly chaotic premise of having dinner with any historical figure—living or dead—only to spiral into a grotesque, hilarious, and surprisingly philosophical free-for-all. What begins as a lighthearted pop culture question quickly devolves into a grotesque meditation on clowns, bodily functions, and the myth-making of history. They reject the idea of dining with evil figures like Hitler or Osama bin Laden, then pivot to George Washington, only to mock his legacy with a grotesque, cheese-drenched burger feast and a sarcastic tour of modern America. The conversation takes a sharp turn into the bizarre when they recount the real-life death of Wim Hof, who died from a high-pressure fountain enema, turning a tragic accident into a punchline. From there, they dissect the cultural rot of clowns—once beloved, now associated with John Wayne Gacy and TikTok horror—before descending into a surreal fantasy of dining with Diogenes the Cynic, living in a barrel, defacing currency, and eating cigarettes. The episode culminates in a bizarre dinner with Sully Sullenberger, the 'hero' of the Hudson River landing, whom they relentlessly mock for his 'overrated' fame, his name, and his alleged intestinal issues. The entire episode becomes a chaotic celebration of irreverence, where history, mythology, and bodily humor collide in a way that’s equal parts offensive, insightful, and unforgettable.

Key Takeaways
1

Dining with historical figures is less about respect and more about humiliating them with modern excess—like feeding George Washington a six-cheese mac and cheese burger with donkey sauce.

2

Wim Hof died from a high-pressure fountain enema—proof that even the most disciplined men can be undone by a public fountain.

3

Clowns are now culturally toxic due to John Wayne Gacy and TikTok horror, making them the lowest-status performer after magicians and mimes.

4

Diogenes the Cynic lived in a barrel, defaced currency, and rejected all social norms—making him the ultimate anti-hero for a modern nihilist.

5

Sully Sullenberger’s Hudson River landing was overhyped; his fame is more about his name and PR than actual skill.

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Chapters
0:00
5 min

The Dinner Question: A Pop Culture Trap

The hosts introduce the classic 'dinner with a historical figure' question, immediately setting the tone with absurdity and self-awareness. They acknowledge the episode’s potential for chaos and set up the rules: no evil people, no poisoning, and a full three-course meal.

5:00
5 min

The Wim Hof Incident: A Fountain of Death

He managed to swim ashore where his son found him and took him to the hospital. That's fucking awesome. It's my naked estranged father bleeding from his arsenal.

Highlight
10:00
10 min

The Clown Crisis: From Bozo to Gacy

I think the problem is... Oh, bring back the jester outfit. Okay! Bells will fix the clown.

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20:00
15 min

George Washington: The Burger of Liberty

This is what you did. You signed that Declaration of Independence or whatever? That was the first Domino. The last Domino is this cheeseburger that has a cinnamon donut in it, okay?

Highlight
35:00
20 min

Diogenes the Cynic: Living in a Barrel

He adopted a simple frugal life similar to a dog which earned him the nickname Kinnikos which is dog-like. Giving rise to cynicism.

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High-Impact Quotes
He managed to swim ashore where his son found him and took him to the hospital. That's fucking awesome. It's my naked estranged father bleeding from his arsenal.
Jackson8:56
Viral: 88.0
This is what you did. You signed that Declaration of Independence or whatever? That was the first Domino. The last Domino is this cheeseburger that has a cinnamon donut in it, okay?
Joel13:41
Viral: 85.0
I think the problem is... Oh, bring back the jester outfit. Okay! Bells will fix the clown.
Joel35:01
Viral: 82.0
Speakers

Hosts

JoelJackson
Topics Discussed
dinner with historical figures95%clown culture90%wim hof88%diogenes the cynic87%sully sullenberger86%george washington85%bodily humor82%cynicism78%
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george washington

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wim hof

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diogenes

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sully sullenberger

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john wayne gacy

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12xNegative

bozo the clown

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6xNegative

james corden

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5xNegative

friends with benefits

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4xNeutral

will glock

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4xNeutral

electric youth

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3xNeutral

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