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Dane's Brains - Brain Stew 028

Dane's Brains - Brain Stew 028

Chew on this—your daily dose of the wild, the weird, and the profitable.

April 08, 2025

Yo, degens! Welcome to Brain Stew—your daily slop of tinfoil conspiracies, crypto chaos, and sweaty street vibes. Today, we’re diving skull-first into Pope John XII’s orgy-fueled papacy, $MIND of Pepe’s AI glow-up, and Bitcoin’s $207M bleed-out. The Florida Gators hoop it up, NBC might’ve spilled Xbox handheld tea, and vacation sex? Dr. Southern says it’s the vibe. Audi’s choking on tariffs, Paddy Pimblett’s UFC pay cut stings, and the Jordan 11 ‘Gamma Blue’ drops soon. Plus, a therapist’s death leaves Alex Belth adrift. Chew it, spew it, love it—your freaky fix is here. Catch you tomorrow, you glorious weirdos!

🕵️ The Tinfoil Tidbit

Conspiracies & Fringe Topics

Today’s Rabbit Hole:

Pope John XII, elected at 18 in 955, led a depraved life marked by sexual scandals, violence, and betrayal. He neglected papal duties, engaged in orgies, and betrayed allies like Otto I, who deposed him in 963. John died in 964, possibly during an affair, leaving a legacy of corruption. (A Day In History)

🤑 Crypto Cauldron

Crypto, Memes, & Trading

Coin of the Day:

MIND of Pepe ($MIND) enhances its AI with a sharper language model, improving intelligence, personality, and market insights for seamless, consistent user interactions. (@MINDofPepe)

Meme Exchange Hub:

You are a bodybuilder, Harry. (davidsoler9)

Trade Talk:

Bitcoin led crypto outflows with $207 million last week, per CoinShares, amid U.S. tariff tensions. Ethereum saw $37.7 million in outflows, while Toncoin gained $1.1 million. Total outflows hit $240 million, reflecting investor caution as global crypto market cap dropped 9.6%. (Bitcoinist)

♟️ Risk & Respawn

Gambling & Gaming

Betting Buzz:

The Florida Gators won their third basketball championship, beating Houston 65-63, with Walter Clayton Jr.’s sportsmanship shining, prompting debates on their "blue blood" status. (X)

Gamepad Gospel:

NBC Today may have leaked a next-gen Xbox handheld during a tour of Phil Spencer’s office. The device, distinct from the rumored Project Kennan, featured a unique button layout. While speculation grows, Microsoft’s handheld plans remain unconfirmed, with prototypes still in early development. (Yanko Design)

👙 Bebe Girls Corner

Bebe Girls

Today’s Girl:

Can u get my back? Mos def. (@breckiebaby)

Steamy Stew:

Vacation sex feels better due to fewer distractions, a relaxed environment, and novelty, says Dr. Stephen Southern. Escaping daily stressors fosters intimacy and joy, enhancing connection. However, it’s not a fix for troubled relationships, as travel stress or high expectations can worsen issues. (Fodors)

Pretty Purchases:

Tabs Chocolate Squares for Couples (Amazon)

🏎️ Asphalt & Attitude

Cars, MMA, & Streetwear

Rev Up:

Audi halts U.S. vehicle exports due to a 25% Trump tariff, with dealers holding 60 days of inventory; Jaguar Land Rover also stops shipments, facing similar challenges. (CarScoops)

Cage Chronicles:

Paddy Pimblett reveals he took a pay cut to join the UFC, earning $10,000/$10,000 initially, compared to a better Cage Warriors deal that funded major life expenses. (BJPenn)

Drip Digest:

The Air Jordan 11 “Gamma Blue” returns in December 2025, featuring its original 2013 black and blue design, priced at $230 via Nike SNKRS and select retailers. (Hypebeast)

🥩 Stew Scraps

Quick Hits & Leftovers

When Alex Belth's therapist of 21 years died, he lost a repository of personal history, feeling unmoored. Despite the void, Belth realized their conversations had taught him self-reliance, a lasting comfort even as the intimate knowledge his therapist held vanished forever. (Esquire)

That’s your Brain Stew for today—swallow it whole or spit it out. See you tomorrow, freaks.

Dane