Get the most necessarily important non-important useless yet crucial commentary from top headline news to pop culture to just straight weird from a comedians point of view on the daily. "In the Studio with Rubio" goes LIVE Monday-Friday at 5pm. Join Kris on Fridays for some epic IMPROVISED LIVE-MUSIC streaming simulcasting across all major social media platforms. Kris is also on Spotify and other major podcast platforms. Enjoy!
What makes dogs so extraordinary?Today I'm not reviewing a documentary—I'm talking about how it made me appreciate the incredible abilities of dogs, from search and rescue to detection work, service animals, and their astonishing sense of smell.This episode isn't just about dogs—it's about the unique partnership between humans and canines, the jobs they perform, and why they've earned the title of "man's best friend."Along the way, I share my own thoughts, observations, and the questions it made me ask.Welcome to Reality is Optional with Kris Rubio.Where movies, documentaries, history, science, and everyday life become conversations, comedy, and curiosity.Laughing Through Life... Because Reality is Optional.#RealityIsOptional #KrisRubio #Dogs #WorkingDogs #ServiceDogs #SearchAndRescue #DogLovers #Science #Documentary #Podcast #Livestream #Animals #DogTraining #Canine #Storytelling
Did Ancient Rome really party like this?Today I'm not reviewing a documentary—I'm talking about the incredible stories that made me think differently about Ancient Rome, luxury, human nature, and what life might have been like inside one of Pompeii's most extravagant palaces.From wild banquets to unbelievable lifestyles, this episode is about the thoughts, jokes, and personal observations that history inspired.What would I do if I lived there?Welcome to Reality is Optional with Kris Rubio—where documentaries, movies, history, and everyday life become conversations, comedy, and curiosity.Laughing Through Life... Because Reality is Optional.
Today I'm not reviewing a documentary—I'm talking about how it made me think differently about the world's water crisis, human nature, and what I'd do if fresh water became scarce.
Reality is Optional with Kris Rubio is a daily comedy-commentary podcast where Kris breaks down documentaries, movies, and trending topics — mixing sharp insight, humor, and personal stories. Each episode turns educational moments into punchlines and reflections, helping you laugh, learn, and question everything you thought was real. New episodes drop Monday through Friday.We've got: wild documentary breakdowns; comedy rants; philosophical tangents; raw honesty; creative storytelling; and daily laughs.
I just watched a documentary on Alexander the Great and tried to do what I always do — turn world domination into punchlines. From conquering Persia before age 30 to having the confidence of a guy who's never bombed on stage, Alexander might be the original “main character energy.”In this episode of Reality is Optional, I break down the wildest moments from the documentary and try to find the comedy in ancient warfare, ego, legacy, and what happens when you think you're unstoppable.We've got:Alexander tutored by Aristotle; conquering most of the known world before 32; elite military strategy and questionable emotional decisions; what happens when your army is tired but you're still chasing glory; and why every comic secretly thinks they're Alexander at an open mic.History meets stand-up. Empires fall. Jokes rise.#AlexanderTheGreat#HistoryComedy#DocumentaryCommentary#AncientHistory#StandUpPodcast
The White House Effect 2025 - Comedic CommentaryWhere truth meets punchlines — because Reality is Optional.
The Zombie Fungus Documentary CommentaryWhere truth meets punchlines — because Reality is Optional.
A daily comedy podcast where Kris Rubio dives into documentaries and movies to explore real-world stories, absurd moments, and unexpected truths—then turns them into laughter. Each episode highlights key moments from a film or doc, followed by Kris's personal reflections, jokes, and tangents that connect entertainment, culture, and everyday life. It's part documentary commentary, part stand-up workshop, and 100% spontaneous creativity.New episodes drop Monday through Friday, 15 minutes or less. Educational. Funny. Unexpected. Because in Kris's world, reality is optional.
In today's episode, I'm taking Back to the Future Part 1 for a spin — literally — by pulling four random clips and seeing where my brain takes me.We've got:
Big Trouble in Little China Review with Comedy Commentary & Real-Life Stories
They're Bugs... From Space?! 'The Ethernaut' Breakdown (Kinda)
Comedian Reacts to Warfare Ray Mendoza's War Film Gets Personal
The Real Project X - Documentary CommentaryReality is Optional is your offbeat escape from the daily grind — where reality takes a backseat and comedy rides shotgun. Hosted by stand-up comic and creative mind Kris Rubio, this daily podcast breaks down documentaries with sharp, irreverent, and hilarious commentary that makes deep dives fun. • Weekdays: Documentary recaps with fresh comedic takes on everything from science and politics to pop culture. • Saturdays: Beat-making and freestyle sessions that mix music with madness. • Sundays: One-hour live house music DJ set to close the week with rhythm and reflection.Whether you're here to laugh, learn, or just vibe — remember: Reality is Optional.
Trainwreck The Cult Of American Apparel - Documentary CommentaryReality is Optional with Kris Rubio is your offbeat escape from the everyday grind — where reality takes a backseat and comedy rides shotgun. Hosted by stand-up comic and creative madman Kris Rubio, this podcast breaks down documentaries with irreverent, thoughtful, and hilarious commentary that turns deep dives into wild rides.Every weekday, Kris serves up fresh takes on a documentary of his choosing — dissecting, paraphrasing, and clowning on everything from science to society, politics to pop culture. On Saturdays, the format flips into full-blown musical chaos with freestyle raps and beat-making sessions. Sundays cap off the week with an hour-long house music DJ set to vibe, reflect, and reset.Whether you're here to learn, laugh, nod in agreement, or raise an eyebrow — just remember: Reality is Optional.Watch live every day! SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS & TICKETS⤵️https://linktr.ee/KrisrubioartistSUPPORT KRIS'S WORK
The Queen Orient Explosion - Documentary Commentary
Reality is Optional with Kris Rubio is your offbeat escape from the everyday grind — where reality takes a backseat and comedy rides shotgun. Hosted by stand-up comic and creative madman Kris Rubio, this podcast breaks down documentaries with irreverent, thoughtful, and hilarious commentary that turns deep dives into wild rides.Every weekday, Kris serves up fresh takes on a documentary of his choosing — dissecting, paraphrasing, and clowning on everything from science to society, politics to pop culture. On Saturdays, the format flips into full-blown musical chaos with freestyle raps and beat-making sessions. Sundays cap off the week with an hour-long house music DJ set to vibe, reflect, and reset.Whether you're here to learn, laugh, nod in agreement, or raise an eyebrow — just remember: Reality is Optional.
In today's episode of Reality is Optional, we're covering: • A home intruder who learned the hard way that some homeowners don't wait for the cops when they have a gun. • A 90s-themed workout class packed with 40-year-olds (like me) dancing like it's 1999. • The Random Word of the Day: ‘Screenshot'—where we break it down in the most unnecessary way possible.Hit LIKE and SUBSCRIBE for more comedy, commentary, and live joke-writing!
Why is “cease-fire” only a war term? You never hear it at a dive bar when two guys are about to throw hands over a pool game. Let's change that. Also, let's talk about people who overshare in elevators—because why does a 10-second ride turn into someone's full autobiography? And today's random word of the day: recommendations. Why does everyone have them? Why are they always bad? And why is the internet obsessed with forcing them on us?Welcome to Reality is Optional, where we overanalyze words and random life moments—so you don't have to.Watch live every day! SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS & TICKETS⤵️https://linktr.ee/KrisrubioartistSUPPORT KRIS'S WORK
From the wild world of Donald Trump's tariffs to the awkward reality of kids being used to beg for money, and the hilarity of surviving long drives—this episode is packed with unfiltered comedy and real-life stories. Watch, laugh, and join the conversation!Welcome to Reality is Optional with Kris Rubio—the live-streaming, joke-writing, beat-making, genre-blending, laugh-out-loud podcast where reality takes a backseat to comedy, music, and chaos!Join comedian Kris Rubio as he goes live every single day, delivering fresh takes, wild improvisations, and non-stop entertainment. Here's the breakdown:
DESCRIPTION: Hilarious Commentary on Documentary Film "Supersapiens"
DESCRIPTION: The Search For Lifes Meaning: Commentary on a Philosophical Documentary Series (Why Are We Here Ep1) on Curiositystream
DESCRIPTION: Me just power-phrasing a documentary. Enjoy!
The newsy heady headlines with Kris Rubio.
The newsy heady headlines with Kris Rubio.
Loud music and thumping all through out the night for months. What could your neighbor be possibly doing? The answer might surprise you
A criminal trio went out and robbed and vandalized 3 businesses in one night. Owners has had enough and probably are going to pack their bags and leave. Why does this keep happening? When is vigilante justice going to start happening?
A retired Ventura police sergeant has been identified as the gunman who was fatally shot by sheriff's deputies after a mass shooting that left three victims dead and six others wounded at Cook's Corner bar in Trabuco Canyon.
There was this 19 year old girl that killed her boyfriend and his friend by driving a car straight into a brick wall at over 100mph. Well deserved or no? Here's my opinion on the matter.
Do you remember those smash-n-grabs that happened a couple of weeks ago in Los Angeles. Well... the authorities finally did their job and arrested a few. Should there be more however???
Twitch streamer Kai Cenat explains his side of viral NYC "Giveaway Riot." Was that enough? I don't think so
This woman lost her marbles and started getting violent on street vendors on the nice and non-violent streets of Los Angeles. How common is this?
So there was this dude that got killed during an FBI raid in connection with threats against Biden and other government officials. Was it deserved? Find out...
There was this brawl in Montgomery, Alabama. So... was it racially motivated or just a bunch of drunk idiots? You tell me...
Get the most necessarily important, non-important, useless yet crucial commentary from top headline news to pop culture to just straight weird from a comedians point of view. Making improvised music deliciously silly-sexy. "In the Studio with Rubio" goes live EVERY SATURDAY at 2pm PST simulcasting across most major social media platforms. Kris is also on Spotify & Apple Podcast and other major podcast platforms. Enjoy!
Get the most necessarily important, non-important, useless yet crucial commentary from top headline news to pop culture to just straight weird from a comedians point of view. Making improvised music deliciously silly-sexy. "In the Studio with Rubio" goes live EVERY SATURDAY at 2pm PST simulcasting across most major social media platforms. Kris is also on Spotify & Apple Podcast and other major podcast platforms. Enjoy!
Get the most necessarily important, non-important, useless yet crucial commentary from top headline news to pop culture to just straight weird from a comedians point of view. Making improvised music deliciously silly-sexy. "In the Studio with Rubio" goes live EVERY SATURDAY at 2pm PST simulcasting across most major social media platforms. Kris is also on Spotify & Apple Podcast and other major podcast platforms. Enjoy!
Get the most necessarily important, non-important, useless yet crucial commentary from top headline news to pop culture to just straight weird from a comedians point of view. Making improvised music deliciously silly-sexy. "In the Studio with Rubio" goes live EVERY SATURDAY at 2pm PST simulcasting across most major social media platforms. Kris is also on Spotify & Apple Podcast and other major podcast platforms. Enjoy!
Get the most necessarily important, non-important, useless yet crucial commentary from top headline news to pop culture to just straight weird from a comedians point of view. Making improvised music deliciously sexy while still being topical. "In the Studio with Rubio" GOES LIVE every Tuesday at 2pm PST simulcasting across most major social media platforms. Kris is also on Spotify & Apple Podcast and other major podcast platforms. Enjoy!
Get the most necessarily important, non-important, useless yet crucial commentary from top headline news to pop culture to just straight weird from a comedians point of view. Making improvised music deliciously sexy while still being topical. "In the Studio with Rubio" GOES LIVE every Tuesday at 2pm PST simulcasting across most major social media platforms. Kris is also on Spotify & Apple Podcast and other major podcast platforms. Enjoy!
Get the most necessarily important, non-important, useless yet crucial commentary from top headline news to pop culture to just straight weird from a comedians point of view. Making improvised music deliciously sexy while still being topical. "In the Studio with Rubio" GOES LIVE every Tuesday at 2pm PST simulcasting across most major social media platforms. Kris is also on Spotify & Apple Podcast and other major podcast platforms. Enjoy!
Major storm system hits West, Sports & Geopolitics Collide as Beijing Games Approach, Apple iOS 15.2 Can Detect Nude Images, Kim Kardashian Says No Therapy Can Fix Kanye West Marriage, Verstappen Wins Title With Final Lap Overtake!, NASA monitoring "potentially hazardous" asteroid and "Everything Everywhere All At Once" official trailer. Get the most necessarily important, non-important, useless yet crucial commentary from top headline news to pop culture to just straight weird from a comedians point of view. Making improvised music deliciously sexy while still being topical. "In the Studio with Rubio" GOES LIVE every Tuesday at 2pm PST simulcasting across most major social media platforms. Kris is also on Spotify & Apple Podcast and other major podcast platforms. Enjoy!
Custody argument results in Texas man being shot to death, Wife of kingpin El Chapo sentenced, $400 glucose tracker, Dr. Oz for U.S. Senate and Michigan High School Shooting. Get the most necessarily important, non-important, useless yet crucial commentary from top headline news to pop culture to just straight weird from a comedians point of view. Making improvised music deliciously sexy while still being topical. "In the Studio with Rubio" GOES LIVE every Tuesday at 2pm PST simulcasting across most major social media platforms. Kris is also on Spotify & Apple Podcast and other major podcast platforms. Enjoy!
I talk about a homeless incident, thieves at Best Buy, Waukesha Christmas Parade, High-speed internet could be coming to Antarctica, Louis C.K. & Dave Chappelle Nominated for Grammys ... Is Cancel Culture Canceled??? , Gov. Gavin Newsom Responds To Retail Smash-And-Grab Looting Spree & Iman Shumpert's Freestyle at Dancing with the Stars. Get the most necessarily important, non-important, useless yet crucial commentary from top headline news to pop culture to just straight weird from a comedians point of view. Making improvised music deliciously sexy while still being topical. "In the Studio with Rubio" GOES LIVE every Tuesday at 2pm PST simulcasting across most major social media platforms. Kris is also on Spotify & Apple Podcast and other major podcast platforms. Enjoy!
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