Episodes

  • #34 Did He Go On The WORST DATE EVER?!

    #34 Did He Go On The WORST DATE EVER?!
    Nov 11 2025
    On today’s episode of the podcast, we dive into Viet and Tiff's trip to Japan, Ian's craziest date story, and a very special announcement from Wootak. From a disaster omakase to outrageous hot takes, it’s the ATI you know and love back with a vengeance. 🤫 Above The Influence is a completely self funded podcast. Subscribing to our bonus content is the BEST way to support our show: https://abovetheinfluenceshow.com/ JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/7UwGtYhmE6 💊 For Holistic Formulas to Support Your LUNGS, LIVER, AND HANGOVERS: https://www.superbonsai.com/ Timecodes (Episode #34): 0:00 - Intro 2:00 - The Crew Gets Omakase 6:00 - Viet And Tiff Japan Recap 20:45 - The Drinking Gum Announcement 22:40 - Call In Segment Announcement 25:10 - Love Life Updates 33:20 - Ian's Nightmare Date 48:30 - Come One Come All Dating 58:55 - Being Too Secure And Jealousy 1:12:30 - Is Wootak Too Avoidant 1:21:00 - Should Rappers In Prison Get Mics 1:24:15 - Are You Crazy If You Use IG Notes 1:30:10 - Bonus Content Preview Follow Ian Woo TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@certifiedlunacy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ian.woo/ Follow Tiff Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tiffanobi TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tiffanobi?lang=en Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tiffanobi Follow Wootak TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@barchemistry Personal TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@superbonsaihealth Instagram: https://instagram.com/barchemistry Personal IG: https://www.instagram.com/wootak YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCDfX41sMJRIeG8kqAGTz6mg Follow Viet Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/akaviettrap/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@viettrap Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/akaviettrap #podcastersofinstagram #abovetheinfluence #undertheinfluence Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 37 mins
  • #33 4 Men Discuss Their Attachment Styles, Break Ups, and Performative Content

    #33 4 Men Discuss Their Attachment Styles, Break Ups, and Performative Content
    Nov 4 2025
    On today’s episode of the podcast, Eddie opens up about heartbreak, healing, and finding faith through pain. From codependency and attachment styles to moving on with love, it’s raw, honest, and deeply relatable.🤫 Above The Influence is a completely self funded podcast. Subscribing to our bonus content is the BEST way to support our show: https://abovetheinfluenceshow.com/JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/7UwGtYhmE6 💊 For Holistic Formulas to Support Your LUNGS, LIVER, AND HANGOVERS: https://www.superbonsai.com/Timecodes (Episode #33):0:00 - UTI Episodes Taken Down Update5:30 - Eddie’s Breakup Story7:15 - Watch the Breakup Video15:00 - Loving Yourself & God’s Plan16:30 - Being Codependent as a Man19:40 - Breakup Speeches?!21:00 - Music, Emotions & Dating Preferences24:00 - Crying or Getting a Coach?26:00 - Love Junkies & Coping With Breakups33:00 - Dating in Your 30s36:30 - Objectifying Women40:00 - Being a Performative Man57:30 - Hyper Codependency1:01:00 - Being There for Friends1:04:00 - Painful Breakups & Goodbyes1:10:00 - Wootak’s Thai Girlfriend Story1:14:00 - Why Breakups Aren’t So Simple1:20:00 - Emotional Permanence1:22:30 - Attachment Styles & Getting Older1:34:40 - Moving On & Finding Support1:46:00 - Outro:Follow Ian WooTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@certifiedlunacyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ian.woo/Follow EddieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/eddievillaltaa/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ededdoreddieFollow WootakTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@barchemistryPersonal TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@superbonsaihealthInstagram: https://instagram.com/barchemistryPersonal IG: https://www.instagram.com/wootakYouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCDfX41sMJRIeG8kqAGTz6mgFollow VietInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/akaviettrap/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@viettrapTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/akaviettrap#podcastersofinstagram #abovetheinfluence #undertheinfluence Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 56 mins
  • #32 Why Halloween Is The Best Time To Find a Date

    #32 Why Halloween Is The Best Time To Find a Date
    Oct 29 2025
    On today’s episode of the podcast, we dive into wild Halloween stories, costume debates, and cuffing season chaos. From fall date ideas to the best (and worst) outfit rankings, it’s hilarious, unfiltered, and full of tricks and treats.🤫 Above The Influence is a completely self funded podcast. Subscribing to our bonus content is the BEST way to support our show: https://abovetheinfluenceshow.com/JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/7UwGtYhmE6 💊 For Holistic Formulas to Support Your LUNGS, LIVER, AND HANGOVERS: https://www.superbonsai.com/Timecodes (Episode #32):0:00 - Intro3:00 - Ian Slaps the Wine Bag6:30 - Halloween Stories in Japan & LA11:00 - The Girlfriend Effect on Costumes12:30 - Best Couple Costumes15:00 - Ian’s Crazy Halloween Story19:00 - Taking Care of Drunk Friends25:00 - Hottest Halloween Costumes (Men & Women)38:30 - Cuffing Season & Fall Date Ideas48:30 - Roles in a Horror Movie52:30 - UTI Episodes Drama Explained54:15 - Wootak’s Kanye “Opp List”58:00 - Best Temperatures for Outfits59:30 - Fall/Winter Style for Men1:14:00 - Viet Flirts With Tiff at a Bar1:17:30 - Relationship Personalities1:27:30 - Ian’s Dating Criteria List1:31:30 - Blind Ranking Costumes1:56:00 - Blind Ranking Halloween CandyFollow Ian WooTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@certifiedlunacyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ian.woo/Follow TiffInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tiffanobiTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tiffanobi?lang=enTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tiffanobiFollow WootakTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@barchemistryPersonal TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@superbonsaihealthInstagram: https://instagram.com/barchemistryPersonal IG: https://www.instagram.com/wootakYouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCDfX41sMJRIeG8kqAGTz6mgFollow VietInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/akaviettrap/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@viettrapTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/akaviettrap#podcastersofinstagram #abovetheinfluence #undertheinfluence Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    2 hrs and 1 min
  • #31 Viet Knew D4VD and Celeste?! We’re Living a Murder Mystery

    #31 Viet Knew D4VD and Celeste?! We’re Living a Murder Mystery
    Oct 21 2025
    On today’s episode of the podcast, we unpack the D4VD controversy, murder mysteries and internet conspiracies. From wild theories to true crime talk, it’s dark, raw, and unfiltered.🤫 Above The Influence is a completely self funded podcast. Subscribing to our bonus content is the BEST way to support our show: https://abovetheinfluenceshow.com/JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/7UwGtYhmE6 💊 For Holistic Formulas to Support Your LUNGS, LIVER, AND HANGOVERS: https://www.superbonsai.com/Timecodes (Episode #31):0:00 - Intro2:30 - Viet at a Party With D4VD?!8:20 - Viet & D4VD Photo Moment11:30 - Breaking Down the D4VD Situation15:00 - Craziest TikTok Conspiracy Theories16:20 - The Internet’s Theories About Us Getting Cancelled26:00 - If D4VD Is Innocent, Can His Career Recover?27:00 - Famous Murder Mysteries in History30:00 - JonBenét Ramsey Case43:00 - Black Dahlia Murder47:00 - Jack the Ripper Mystery1:00:00 - Iowa Axe House Haunting1:14:00 - Zodiac Killer Theories1:19:00 - What Makes a Serial Killer Famous1:23:00 - Why Women Love Serial Killers1:26:30 - Attraction to Danger Explained1:32:00 - Junko Murder Story1:37:00 - OutroFollow IanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@certifiedlunacyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ian.woo/Follow TiffInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tiffanobiTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tiffanobi?lang=enTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tiffanobiFollow WootakTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@barchemistryPersonal TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@superbonsaihealthInstagram: https://instagram.com/barchemistryPersonal IG: https://www.instagram.com/wootakYouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCDfX41sMJRIeG8kqAGTz6mgFollow VietInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/akaviettrap/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@viettrapTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/akaviettrap#podcastersofinstagram #abovetheinfluence #undertheinfluence Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 40 mins
  • #30 He Might Switch to ‘Bussy’??? Eric Reprid Interview

    #30 He Might Switch to ‘Bussy’??? Eric Reprid Interview
    Oct 14 2025
    On today’s episode of the podcast, Eric joins to talk rap origins, culture shifts, and how “Like a G6” came to life. From wild college stories to Viet’s rap dreams, it’s music, chaos, and pure entertainment.🤫 Above The Influence is a completely self funded podcast. Subscribing to our bonus content is the BEST way to support our show: https://abovetheinfluenceshow.com/JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/7UwGtYhmE6 💊 For Holistic Formulas to Support Your LUNGS, LIVER, AND HANGOVERS: https://www.superbonsai.com/Timecodes (Episode #30):0:00 - Intro2:15 - Eric Reprid Explains His Lyrics4:30 - Charlie Sheen Body Count8:00 - How Life Changes Music17:50 - How Everyone Met19:20 - Entourage Looks Like BTS From Oakland21:00 - Why Eric Reprid Started Rapping26:00 - Helping Ian Get Baddies27:45 - Fear of Being Cancelled30:00 - Eric Reprid in High School & College33:50 - Fighting in the Club + Childhood Memories41:30 - Building an Entourage With Friends44:00 - Ian’s Young Wasian Twink Story54:30 - Grandma in Eric Reprid's Music Videos56:30 - Setting Asians Back?59:00 - Changing the Asian Narrative in Culture1:01:00 - How “Like a G6” Happened1:03:00 - Eric Reprid’s Parents React to His Rap Career1:07:00 - Viet’s Rap Song1:16:00 - Drinks That Doesn’t Make You Fight1:24:00 - Should Viet Become a Rapper?1:29:50 - Drake VS Everybody Tier List1:32:40 - OutroFollow Eric RepridInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericreprid/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ericrepridSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1f2Bnuuv7FxEx2x8iiEBzR?si=bn-qaXitQdSOICfdGqcjTQFollow Ian WooTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@certifiedlunacyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ian.woo/Follow WootakTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@barchemistryPersonal TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@superbonsaihealthInstagram: https://instagram.com/barchemistryPersonal IG: https://www.instagram.com/wootakYouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCDfX41sMJRIeG8kqAGTz6mgFollow VietInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/akaviettrap/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@viettrapTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/akaviettrap#podcast #abovetheinfluence #undertheinfluence Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 20 mins
  • #29 We Helped Our Boy Talk To His First BADDIE (Live E-Date)

    #29 We Helped Our Boy Talk To His First BADDIE (Live E-Date)
    Oct 9 2025
    On today’s episode of the podcast, Ian joins to talk dating and confidence. From Hinge fumbles to helping him bag a baddie. 🤫 Above The Influence is a completely self funded podcast. Subscribing to our bonus content is the BEST way to support our show: https://abovetheinfluenceshow.com/JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/7UwGtYhmE6 💊 For Holistic Formulas to Support Your LUNGS, LIVER, AND HANGOVERS: https://www.superbonsai.com/Timecodes (Episode #29):0:00 - Intro2:00 - Who Is Ian?7:35 - Not Neurodivergent, Just Loved 😂9:00 - Ian’s Quirks12:30 - Ian’s Love Life14:40 - Bi Women are Scared to Date Women24:00 - How Superbonsai Changed Ian26:30 - Ian Is Bagging His First Baddie?!29:00 - Young Wasian Twink Era30:30 - How to DM a Dime36:30 - Ian’s Hinge Fumbles45:20 - Favorite Overheard Ian Rizz50:30 - Viet & Ian Roleplay a Date57:00 - How to Escalate a Date1:00:30 - Ian Kisses With Eyes Open 👀1:12:00 - Do People Think Ian’s Gay?1:16:20 - Bonus Content: E-DateFollow Ian WooTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@certifiedlunacyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ian.woo/Follow TiffInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tiffanobiTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tiffanobi?lang=enTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tiffanobiFollow WootakTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@barchemistryPersonal TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@superbonsaihealthInstagram: https://instagram.com/barchemistryPersonal IG: https://www.instagram.com/wootakYouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCDfX41sMJRIeG8kqAGTz6mgFollow VietInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/akaviettrap/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@viettrapTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/akaviettrap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 34 mins
  • #28 She CHEATED, But He's Staying Because...

    #28 She CHEATED, But He's Staying Because...
    Sep 30 2025
    On today’s episode of the podcast, we dive into wild party stories, anime debates, and chaotic would-you-rathers. From Demon Slayer rankings to relationship drama, it’s nonstop laughs and unfiltered takes. 🤫 Above The Influence is a completely self funded podcast. Subscribing to our bonus content is the BEST way to support our show: https://abovetheinfluenceshow.com/ JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/7UwGtYhmE6 💊 For Holistic Formulas to Support Your LUNGS, LIVER, AND HANGOVERS: https://www.superbonsai.com/ Timecodes (Episode #28): 0:00 - Tiff Grips Viet’s Toes 🤣 1:30 - Wootak’s Mom’s Dry Cleaning Business 2:30 - Tiff Went to Korea for Salmon Sperm 7:00 - House of Feelings Party Recap 9:10 - Nobody Wants You to Quit If You’re a Fun Drunk 11:40 - Viet Roasts Tristan’s Discord PFP 13:40 - Viet Hates Nana 26:40 - Demon Slayer Movie 29:30 - Ranking Hashiras by Aura 42:40 - Rankings End 45:00 - Throuple Costume Ideas 54:50 - Should You Date Your Friend’s Ex? 56:30 - Craziest Would You Rather 1:02:40 - 1913 Relationship Advice 1:13:20 - GF Cheats But Your Birthday Is Next Week (What Do You Do?) 1:18:40 - WILDEST Would You Rathers 1:22:40 - UTI Episodes 4th Wall Plug 1:26:30 - Couples Therapy for Wootak & Viet (4th Wall Intro) Follow Tiff Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tiffanobi TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tiffanobi?lang=en Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tiffanobi Follow Wootak TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@barchemistry Personal TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@superbonsaihealth Instagram: https://instagram.com/barchemistry Personal IG: https://www.instagram.com/wootak YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCDfX41sMJRIeG8kqAGTz6mg Follow Viet Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/akaviettrap/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@viettrap Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/akaviettrap #podcastersofinstagram #abovetheinfluence #undertheinfluence Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 28 mins
  • #27 Is Charlie Kirk's Death Causing a Christian Resurgence?

    #27 Is Charlie Kirk's Death Causing a Christian Resurgence?
    Sep 24 2025
    On today’s episode of the podcast, we dive into the Charlie Kirk assassination, Viet knowing D4VD, and how faith ties into our biggest struggles. 🤫 Above The Influence is a completely self funded podcast. Subscribing to our bonus content is the BEST way to support our show: https://abovetheinfluenceshow.com/ JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/7UwGtYhmE6 💊 For Holistic Formulas to Support Your LUNGS, LIVER, AND HANGOVERS: https://www.superbonsai.com/ Timecodes (Episode #27): 0:00 - Intro 3:10 - Life Updates 7:50 - Charlie Kirk and D4VD 11:50 - Strange Update On Charlie Kirk 22:00 - The Dark Reality of Being An Influencer 24:30 - The Arrested the Wrong Guy 31:00 - Big Life Changes & Collective Shift 33:30 - Viet’s Time on House of Feelings & Faith 39:30 - Struggling With Sin & God’s Purpose 46:00 - How the Internet Sees Us 47:30 - Viet on Self-Sabotage & Finding His Path 59:00 - Shows With Surprisingly Christian Themes 1:16:00 - AI Lists Most Beautiful Human Experiences 1:37:10 - Outro Follow Wootak TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@barchemistry Personal TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@superbonsaihealth Instagram: https://instagram.com/barchemistry Personal IG: https://www.instagram.com/wootak YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCDfX41sMJRIeG8kqAGTz6mg Follow Viet Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/akaviettrap/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@viettrap Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/akaviettrap Follow Jordan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/medinger/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jordanmedinger #podcastersofinstagram #abovetheinfluence #undertheinfluence Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 42 mins