Hipsterocracy

The Hard Talk welcomes stand-up comedian, Amy Miller (@amymiller on Twitter @amymillercomedy on Instagram) to the show. Host Johnny Taylor (@hipsterocracy) and Amy reflect on coming up in the Bay Area comedy scene, paying rent on an apartment you're never at, and being too edgy for NBC. Rate, review and subscribe!  

Johnny (@hipsterocracy) talks with professional wrestler, actor, and host of Hey! (EW), RJ CIty (RJCity1 on Twitter and @RJCity on Instagram) about comedy, AEW, and what it feels like to be ghosted on Twitter. Please rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast wherever you do that sort of thing.      

Host Johnny Taylor (@hipsterocracy) welcomes comedian and author, Keith Lowell Jensen (@keithlowell) back to the show to discuss his new stand-up special taping (his 9th!), avoiding the cops, and delivering comedy like pizza. Please rate, review, and subscribe to the podcast wherever you get your podcast needs. Seriously though. Do it. It helps.

This week Johnny (@hipsterocracy) gets spooky with Diana Prince (AKA Darcy the Mail Girl from Shudder's Last Drive-In with Joe Bob Briggs). They chat about how Diana played a role in bringing Joe Bob out of retirement, haters, and horror (duh). Follow Diana on Twitter @kinky_horror or Instagram @dianaprincexo.    Please rate, review, and subscribe and never miss when an episode drops.

WE'RE BACK!!! The Hard Talk returns with the lost Nick Youssef episode (@nickyoussef). Nick and host, Johnny Taylor (@hipsterocracy) discuss comedy being back in full swing, Nick's first road gigs (with Pauly Shore), and his obsession with the band TOOL. Rate, review, and subscribe.  

On a brand new episode of The Hard Talk, host Johnny Taylor is joined by stand-up comedian, podcaster, and TV host, Chris Gethard to chat about his new hour, wrasslin', and The Smiths. Stream, rate, and review wherever you do that sorta thing.

Johnny (@hipsterocracy) is joined by Saturday Night Live's Melissa Villasenor (@melissavcomedy) to chat stand-up comedy, SNL, and what it's like to get a big break. Johnny also rants about Squadcast and yet another kidney stone surgery. Stream wherever you stream stuff.

On a new episode of The Hard Talk, Johnny (@hipsterocracy) chats with music video director, artist, and stand-up comedian, Raul Gonzo (@raulgonzo) about channeling his love for music into directing videos, surrealist cinema, and of course, comedy. Stream, rate, and subscribe wherever you do that sort of thing.

On an all new The Hard Talk, Johnny (@hipsterocracy) is joined by artist (Balloon art, Boxed Wine Boyfriend) Michael James Schneider (@blcksmth) to talk going viral, balloons, and pissing off the right people. Subscribe, stream, rate and review wherever you get your podcast fix.  

Johnny Taylor (@hipsterocracy) is back with The Hard Talk! Comedian and actor, Kyle Kinane (@kylekinane) joins the show to talk getting cancelled on Zoom, pickle back shots, and the time Johnny and Kyle nearly got kicked out of Gilman for sneaking beers into the green room.

Project Runway Season 5's Kenley Collins (@kenleycollins) joins Johnny (@hipsterocracy) to talk Tim Gunn being a jerk, Florida being wild, and real estate. Stream wherever you stream podcasts and stuff.

Host Johnny Taylor (@hipsterocracy) is joined by punk rocker, vegan, and weed boss, Sophia Flores. As the manager of Abatin Wellness (@abatinsacramento) in Sacramento, we talk about cannabis transitioning from medical to adult use, being essential during the pandemic, and risking your life to see shitty bands. Stream wherever you stream podcasts.

On a brand new Hipsterocracy, Johnny (@hipsterocracy) is joined by his long time friend and hilarious comedian and author, Robert Berry (@retrocrush). They muse about being late to rock concerts, overbooked comedy shows, and joke books. Stream wherever you stream stuff.

On an all new Hipsterocracy, Johnny (@hipsterocracy) is joined by mad musical and comedy genius, Drennon Davis (@drennondavis). They talk crowd interaction, The SF Comedy Competition, and puppet shows. Stream wherever you stream podcasts, or also here: www.thehardtimes.net/podcasts.

On an all new Hipsterocracy, Johnny (@hipsterocracy) is joined by hosts of the Hot Takes With Hot Dykes Podcast, Val Nigro (@vallyo on Twitter / @teenbeat_84 on IG) and Clara Pluton (@clarapluton) to talk missing bad shows, man ponytails, and Guitar Hero. Stream wherever you stream podcasts.

On a brand new episode of Hipsterocracy, Johnny (@hipsterocracy) is joined by Brendan Benson (@brendanbensonsongs) of The Raconteurs (@theraconteurs) to discuss why comedians wish they were rock stars and rock stars wish they were comedians, touring, and why weed is awesome. Stream wherever you stream stuff or here: www.thehardtimes.net/podcasts      

On an all new Hipsterocracy, Author of "Bye Felipe", Alexandra Tweten (@byefelipe) joins Johnny (@hipsterocracy) to talk dating in a pandemic, clinical depression vs. regular depression, and wi-fi cat feeders. Stream, subscribe, rate, and review wherever you do your podcast listening.

Johnny is joined by frontman of The Dwarves, Blag Dahlia. Conversation ranges from PC culture, what it's like to be a rock legend, and the debut of a new song from Blag's upcoming solo album. Stream, subscribe, rate, and review anywhere you stream podcasts

Johnny (@hipsterocracy) is joined by the hosts of the Spies Like Us (@spies_likeus) podcast to chat about all things espionage cinema. We also talk film in general, making a podcast, and why listening to the competition is overrated. Stream wherever you stream things or just go here: www.thehardtimes.net/podcasts  

Host Johnny Taylor (@hipsterocracy) is joined by Eve 6 frontman and newly-crowned King of Twitter, Max Collins (@Eve6 and @MaxCollinsMusic). They talk about Twitter fame, being an overnight success, and if you know when you've written a hit.

This week on Hipsterocracy, Johnny is joined by stand-up comedian David Rodriguez and new comedy club owner (The Comedy Fort in Ft. Collins, CO) to talk opening a comedy club, being busy when the world is on pause, and how it takes a village to make your dreams come true. Check it out at the Hard Times Podcast Network!

The Love Horrors comedy troupe (Alicia Davis, Morgan Anderson, and Emily Pedersen) joins Johnny  to discuss transitioning from stand-up to sketch, being creative in a pandemic, and what they miss most about performing live. Johnny also gives an update on his upcoming comedy album on Stand Up!

This week on Hipsterocracy, Johnny takes some of the best clips from the show's stand-up comedy guests to talk about those trying times from just starting out in the business. Guests include Keith Lowell Jensen, Dave Sirus, Ngaio Bealum, Christina Parrish, JT Habersaat, and Hal Sparks. Listen at the Hard Times Podcast Network

Capitol Punishment is a weekly pun competition show that has been described as "equal parts pro wrestling, stand up comedy, and 8 mile". Show creators Daniel Humbarger and Damian Harmony as well as host/referee Mark Burg join Johnny to chat about the origins of the show, the pun renaissance, and Johnny being mean to new comedians.   

"Those Who Can't" star, stand-up comedian, and front man for the band Spells, Ben Roy joins Johnny to talk anxiety, comedy, and everyone in LA being kinda famous.

Co-founder of The Satanic Temple, Lucien Greaves joins Johnny to discuss satanism during a pandemic, Satanic sect confusion, and how lockdown boredom inspired watching cult classics with other satanists.  Check out the full episode at www.thehardtimes.net/podcasts 

Johnny had a chance to catch up with the always provocative Mickey Avalon to talk crazy road shows, why protests are good, and how he rediscovered his love for painting during the pandemic.

Johnny's joined by stand-up comedian, toymaker, and creator of Altercation Festival, JT Habersaat. They chop it up about vaccines, touring, and learning new tricks during the lockdown.

Johnny's joined by the writer and star of the new controversial comedy "Call Me Brother", Christina Parrish. They chat about the movie, the Austin comedy scene, and of course, Joe Rogan.

Comedian and video game guru Daniel Humbarger joins Johnny to discuss what it's like as a community manager for a popular video game, the next generation systems, and of course, breaking up.

Johnny talks to Ash Blodgett, Pat Edwards, and Rose about their new pandemic-centric short film "Joining Call" as well as their cult classic movie podcast "Let's Rewatch". They also dig into Pat getting the 'rona, and Johnny whines about getting dumped.

Character actor (I'll Be Around, Brooklyn 99, hella music videos) and great dude, Galen Howard joins Johnny for a chat about acting, orbiting each other before meeting, and transitioning from bad student weirdo into living your dreams.

Musician, Filmmaker, and Activist Logan Lynn joins Johnny for a conversation about the Portland music scene, creating content in a global pandemic, and Gucci.

Comedian, Actor, Political Pundit, and metalhead, Hal Sparks joins Johnny for a chat about drunk Trump, comedy stories, and of course METAL. Hal also shows off those sweet metal pipes in an impromptu acapella session. It's hella tight.

  Host and avid hater of ska music, Johnny Taylor has author of “In Defense of Ska” and writer for Playboy, Aaron Carnes on the show. They chat about writing during a pandemic, bands that aren’t divas, and ska of course.

Stand-up comedian and cannabis activist Ngaio Bealum (Netflix show “Smoking on High”) joins the show to riff on losing time during the pandemic, zoom comedy shows, and starting out in the stacked Bay Area comedy scene in the late 80s.

Host Johnny Taylor chats with comedian, and "King of Staten Island" co-writer, Dave Sirus. They talk about releasing a huge project in the early portion of a global lockdown, Trump, and why writing for Saturday Night Live isn't all it's cracked up to be.

On episode one of Hipsterocracy, Johnny Taylor welcomes stand-up comedian and author, Keith Lowell Jensen to the show. They talk starting out, record deals, and punching Nazis. You know, the basics.