I Need Surgery, New Shop Goose and The Baja 500 - Sent and Bent #79
About this episode
A throat scope turns into a surgery plan when a doctor finds “something growing on your vocal box vocal cords,” and the speaker compares the experience to being fully under for wisdom teeth. The conversation then swerves into shop-goose chaos—GoPro filming jokes, “pooping like a goose,” and a debate about keeping Canadian geese captive being illegal. From there, they pivot to real-world desert racing talk: Baja 500 heat stroke, trophy trucks stopping to help, and why the Baja 250 could be an easier entry point to watch and film.
self-driving
"They had a car get into an accident and it wasn't even the self driving cars fault. They just got hit by a real person driver, but the self driving car was doing the correct thing."
A self-driving car is one that can steer and brake on its own using cameras and sensors. It’s not always perfect, and sometimes it still needs a person to step in.
“Self-driving” refers to a vehicle that uses sensors and software to control steering, braking, and acceleration without a human driver actively doing those tasks. In practice, most systems are limited to certain conditions and may require a human to take over in edge cases.
evade being hit
"Like what are they supposed to do? Train them to like evade being hit? I mean, I guess that's got to be built into the code to yeah, but only only to be extended."
It’s about what a self-driving car should do if something dangerous happens suddenly. Even if the car is driving correctly, it still has to try to avoid a crash if another driver or person causes the problem.
This is describing the “edge-case” problem in autonomous driving: how the system should react when other road users behave unpredictably. Even if the car follows the rules, it may still need strategies for collision avoidance when a human causes the danger.
Waymo
"Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. But there's a Waymo that they got. I think it's a whole state or maybe city. They got temporarily banned because there was a huge flood and the Waymo just went into the flood water at full highway speed."
Waymo is a company that builds self-driving car technology. The story here is about how their cars reacted in situations like floods and crosswalks.
Waymo is a company known for developing autonomous-driving technology for cars. In this segment, the hosts discuss Waymo vehicles’ behavior in accidents and extreme weather, highlighting how the system can act correctly even when a human causes the incident.
hydroplane
"there was a huge flood and the Waymo just went into the flood water at full highway speed. Hydroplane to cross like this big stretch of highway and didn't even let off."
Hydroplaning is when tires can’t grip the road because there’s too much water. The car can start sliding, and it becomes harder to steer or stop.
Hydroplaning happens when tires lose contact with the road because water builds up faster than the tire can push it away. The vehicle can then “skate” on a thin layer of water, reducing steering and braking control.
crosswalk
"we watched one just like slam on its brakes at a crosswalk and this guy went at the Waymo."
A crosswalk is where pedestrians cross the road. Self-driving cars have to detect people there and slow down safely.
A crosswalk is a marked pedestrian crossing area, and it’s a common challenge for automated driving systems because it requires reliably detecting people and predicting their movement. The segment’s example focuses on how the vehicle responded by braking at a crosswalk.
100 mile challenge
"because people always bring it up when we're streaming that they control the car for the 100 mile challenge."
A “100 mile challenge” is basically a long test: can the car keep doing the task for 100 miles? It’s meant to show whether it works reliably over time, not just for a few minutes.
A “100 mile challenge” is a test where a vehicle (or driver-assist system) is expected to complete a set distance—here, 100 miles—under defined rules. It’s used as a practical benchmark for how consistently the system can operate over time, not just in a single short demo.
parameters
"So we'd let the AI do the driving, but we'd give chat control over certain sets of parameters like stump of weight."
Here, “parameters” means adjustable rules for how the car behaves. Think of them like dials that control things such as how fast it goes or how close it gets to obstacles.
In this context, “parameters” are adjustable settings that constrain how the AI drives—like speed limits, following distance, or how aggressively it maneuvers. Exposing parameters to a human operator is a way to keep the system safer while still leveraging automation.
zero to 100 percent
"It could be like a zero to 100 percent. Oh yeah."
“Zero to 100 percent” describes a normalized control range, where a setting is expressed as a percentage rather than in physical units. For driving systems, percentage-style controls often map to limits like throttle/brake aggressiveness or confidence thresholds.
distance we're going to leave between trees
"The amount of distance we're going to leave between trees. You"
This is like telling the car how much space to keep from obstacles. A bigger “buffer” means it tries to stay farther away to avoid hitting things.
“Distance we’re going to leave between trees” is effectively a safety buffer or minimum clearance setting. In autonomous driving, defining clearance helps prevent collisions by forcing the planner to treat nearby obstacles as hard constraints.
3 Three Wheeler
"...rely talk because I was doing the wheelies on the three wheeler and chatting with Gavin and like well yeah and ri..."
A three-wheeler is a vehicle with three wheels instead of two or four. Because it has a different balance than a normal bike or car, it can feel very different to ride. The podcast mentions it in connection with doing wheelies, which is a stunt that needs a vehicle with enough power and control.
A three-wheeler is a vehicle with two wheels in front and one in back (or vice versa), often used for fun, light-duty transport, or specialty riding. In the podcast context, it sounds like they were doing wheelies, which points to a more performance-leaning or motorcycle-like three-wheeled setup. It’s discussed because it’s unusual and creates a different riding experience than a standard two- or four-wheeled vehicle.
Ford Maverick
"... the trucks for that. I mean you were also in the Maverick sometime, but any time you're in the MTV's I was ..."
The Ford Maverick is a small pickup truck. It’s meant for everyday driving but still has a bed you can use to carry things. People talk about it because it’s easier to handle than bigger trucks.
The Ford Maverick is a compact pickup truck designed to be practical and relatively affordable compared with larger trucks. It often comes up in conversations about everyday usability—easy driving, a truck bed for light hauling, and a size that’s simpler to live with. It may be mentioned in the podcast because it’s a common “do-it-all” truck people can actually use regularly.
altered state
"Your physical voice might sound a lot better, but you'll probably still [2914.8s] sound like you're in an altered state."
They mean a situation where someone isn’t acting or sounding normal—like when they’re under the influence of substances. It’s just describing how the person’s voice changes.
“Altered state” here is being used in a non-technical, conversational way to describe how someone’s voice and behavior can change under the influence of substances. It’s not an automotive term, but it’s relevant to the episode’s theme of how their “challenge” videos are framed.
Suzuki Samurai
"... cars are getting more and more beat up. Like the samurai trip, for example, and like we're getting closer ..."
The Suzuki Samurai is a small SUV that’s built for off-road driving. It’s known for being tough and for handling rough terrain. The podcast brings it up as an example of an older vehicle that’s been through a lot.
The Suzuki Samurai is a compact, rugged off-road SUV known for its simple design and trail capability. It often comes up when people talk about older, beat-up vehicles that still get used because they’re tough and easy to work on. In the podcast, it’s referenced in the context of cars getting more worn and the “Samurai trip” being part of that story.
King of the Hammers
"like probably not to this extent, which is, you know, ever since the first time [2967.7s] we went to King of the Hammers, I keep expecting my voice to just completely [2974.5s] go away at events"
King of the Hammers is a tough off-road race in the U.S. where cars and trucks have to handle rough rocks and desert terrain. People use it as a way to prove how capable a vehicle is.
King of the Hammers is a major off-road race event in the U.S. known for extreme desert and rock-crawling conditions. It’s especially associated with highly modified off-road trucks and buggies, and it’s become a cultural benchmark for how tough a build and driver can be.
crown Vic
"I should just text him and be like, so if I showed up on Saturday morning, would you have a car for me to drive? Just just buy a crown Vic and drive it there, man."
“Crown Vic” is short for the Ford Crown Victoria. It’s a big, older American sedan that a lot of police departments used, so people think of it as tough and easy to drive for events.
The “Crown Vic” is the Ford Crown Victoria, a full-size American sedan that became popular with police fleets. It’s known for being durable and easy to drive, which is why someone might suggest buying one to use at a dirt-track event.
cages
"No, they're all they all have cages and stuff. It's not like show up with your own crown Vic."
“Cages” here means a roll cage, which is a metal safety frame inside the car. It helps protect you if the car flips or crashes, and some racing rules require it.
In racing talk, “cages” usually means a roll cage—an internal metal frame that protects occupants during crashes. Many organized motorsports events require roll cages for safety, especially when cars are driven hard on dirt or in contact-prone formats.
racing on dirt
"Just like clear to 500 and stuff just on dirt. So they'd have a car for you there."
“Racing on dirt” refers to motorsport events where the surface is loose dirt rather than asphalt. Dirt changes traction and vehicle behavior—drivers often need different setups and driving techniques because tires can slide more easily and grip can vary corner to corner.
break in a new belt
"One, I learned that you actually properly really, really, really need to break in a new belt on a side by side. I'm used to snowmobiles."
A side-by-side uses a belt to send power to the wheels. When the belt is brand new, it can be damaged if you hammer it right away, so you need a short break-in period first.
On a side-by-side (UTV), the drive system uses a belt that transfers engine power to the drivetrain. A new belt often needs a short “break-in” period so it seats properly and doesn’t overheat or fail immediately under load.
Can am belt
"Was it like a wish.com one or was it a genuine can am belt? Oh wow."
That “belt” is the part that transfers power from the engine to the wheels. If it gets overheated or abused, it can wear out or break—so the type and condition really matter.
“Can-Am belt” refers to the drive belt used in many Can-Am off-road vehicles (especially belt-driven CVT setups). These belts transmit engine power to the drivetrain, so overheating, incorrect setup, or hard launches can make them fail quickly.
break it in
"So I was like, Oh, well, I guess you need to warm them up a little bit, break it in a little bit. All right, cool."
“Break it in” means you don’t immediately beat on a brand-new part. You use it gently at first so it settles and works the way it should.
“Break it in” is the idea that a new belt (or other wear item) may need a short period of gentler use so it seats properly and stabilizes under load. With belt drives, early hard pulls can increase heat and belt slip, which can shorten belt life.
side by side
"It is like, it's super aggressive. Like I hit it on the side by side, not full throttle cause I was still trying to, the thing is the second time I was trying to be easy on it."
A “side by side” is an off-road vehicle with two seats side-by-side, usually with a roll cage. People use them for trails and dirt, and how you accelerate can matter for things like belts.
“Side by side” is the common off-road term for a UTV (utility task vehicle), which is typically a two-seat, roll-cage-equipped machine built for trails and dirt. It’s often belt-driven and uses similar power delivery habits—like avoiding full-throttle launches—when components are fresh or questionable.
break them in
"It wasn't just like stomp the throttle down. Yeah. So apparently you actually have to break them in."
“Break them in” means you’re supposed to use a brand-new part gently at first. The goal is to let it wear in properly instead of stressing it immediately.
“Break them in” refers to the manufacturer-recommended bedding-in period for a new component so it wears in evenly and reaches its intended performance. In this context, the hosts are talking about belts and how aggressive use right away can shorten their lifespan.
low range
"I was like cruising around for quite a while and I blew it up in low range. Just like barely crawl cruising up the like little hill on the other side of the creek."
“Low range” is a gear setting that makes the vehicle move slowly but with more pulling power. It’s used for steep hills and rough terrain, where you need control.
“Low range” is a low-gear setting (often in a transfer case) that multiplies torque for slow-speed control, like crawling over obstacles. Using low range can be very hard on drivetrain components if you’re slipping or loading them heavily.
Fso 125
"...drag knee and stuff on like the smaller ones like 125s or whatever that to me looks so much fun."
The FSO 125 is a small motorcycle with a 125cc engine. Bikes in this size class are usually lighter and easier to ride than bigger motorcycles. The podcast mentions it because it can be fun to ride aggressively, including doing things like drag-knee style riding.
The FSO 125 is a small-displacement motorcycle (125cc class) associated with the Polish manufacturer FSO. It’s the kind of bike that’s often discussed for being lightweight, approachable, and fun for riding and stunt-style riding like drag knee. In the podcast, it’s mentioned because the smaller 125 category can be especially entertaining to ride hard.
heat stroke
"What I did have heat stroke on a motorcycle at the Baja 500 this year. [4107.1s] Really? [4107.6s] Yeah."
Heat stroke is when your body gets dangerously overheated and stops being able to cool down. In hot races, it can hit fast and needs urgent medical help.
Heat stroke is a medical emergency where the body overheats and can’t cool itself effectively. In motorsports like desert racing, it can happen quickly due to high ambient temperatures, physical exertion, and limited airflow—especially on motorcycles.
Baja 500
"What I did have heat stroke on a motorcycle at the Baja 500 this year. [4107.1s] Really? [4107.6s] Yeah."
The Baja 500 is a big off-road race in the desert in Mexico. Because it’s so hot and rough, people can get heat-related illnesses, so safety and getting help fast matter a lot.
The Baja 500 is a famous off-road desert race in Baja California, Mexico. It’s known for extreme heat, long distances, and high-speed navigation over rough terrain, which makes driver safety and heat management a big deal.
trophy trucks
"the cool thing that happened about it is like an entire lineup of trophy trucks, which is like the highest end of desert racing, the most money, the most everything. [4129.0s] They all stopped and help this guy out to try and get him to like the whole line of them, like 10 or 15 trophy trucks just stopped."
Trophy trucks are the top class of purpose-built off-road desert race trucks. They’re designed for high speeds over rough terrain and represent the highest-end, most competitive level of desert racing—often with the biggest budgets and strongest teams.
desert racing
"the cool thing that happened about it is like an entire lineup of trophy trucks, which is like the highest end of desert racing, the most money, the most everything. [4129.0s] They all stopped and help this guy out to try and get him to like the whole line"
Desert racing is a form of motorsport where vehicles compete across long, harsh off-road routes with extreme temperatures and dust. It emphasizes durability, navigation, and heat management as much as outright speed.
Baja 250
"Also the honestly, the Baja 250 might just be a really good place to start for us to go watch and like be around or whatever because it's especially or like even actually, we should just try to race the Baja 250 this year. That would be really cool because it's only 250 miles."
The Baja 250 is an off-road race in Baja California, Mexico. It’s about 250 miles long, so it’s a good “first Baja” event compared with longer races.
The Baja 250 is a shorter off-road race in Mexico’s Baja California region, typically run over about 250 miles. It’s often used as a stepping stone because it’s long enough to be “real Baja,” but shorter than the bigger Baja events.
whoops
"You can go watch him hit the whoops and then you've got you can watch every single car goes through all the way to the last class 11 Baja bug that looks like people want to have a spine replacement afterward. No really like trophy trucks are going across the whoops dead even and the Baja bugs are just going blank, blank."
“Whoops” are bumpy sections made of lots of small, repeated bumps. They’re hard on the suspension and tires, and they make the car bounce a lot.
“Whoops” are a series of low, closely spaced bumps in off-road tracks that force the suspension to rapidly compress and rebound. They’re a defining Baja feature because they test shock/spring setup, tire control, and driver technique.
Baja bugs
"you can watch every single car goes through all the way to the last class 11 Baja bug that looks like people want to have a spine replacement afterward. No really like trophy trucks are going across the whoops dead even and the Baja bugs are just going blank, blank."
“Baja bugs” are Volkswagen Beetles that have been modified for off-road desert racing. They’re smaller and less specialized than the big trucks, but they’re still built to survive Baja.
“Baja bugs” refers to Volkswagen Beetles prepared for desert racing in Baja events, usually in specific classes. They’re known for being surprisingly tough and entertaining to watch, even though they’re far less specialized than trophy trucks.
class 11
"you can watch every single car goes through all the way to the last class 11 Baja bug that looks like people want to have a spine replacement afterward. No really like trophy trucks are going across the whoops dead even and the Baja bugs are just going blank, blank. That sounds so much fun. Not even the Baja Bugs. The class 11's you should you would you would be in the class 11."
“Class 11” is a category in the race that groups cars with similar rules. Here, it’s the category for the Beetle-based Baja cars they’re talking about.
“Class 11” is a race class designation used in Baja-style competitions to group vehicles with similar rules and performance expectations. In this context, it’s associated with the Beetle-based “Baja bug” entries.
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