Secure the Gag

Have You Heard of Christmas?! We have, and it sounds absolutely stunning. Secure The Gag is honored to have as a guest this week the holiday pop diva, actress AND star, Matt Rogers (Have You Heard of Christmas?, I Love That For You, Fire Island, Las Culturistas)!! Matt and Nathan talk about the culture including Matt's highly anticipated Have You Heard of Christmas Showtime special, tour, and forthcoming album (shh!). Matt gives an official deep dive into his comedy and Christmas special inspirations for his own special, discusses the background of multiple songs, and gives the inside holiday scoop. They also discuss Matt's work tackling the gay assistant trope on I Love That For You, giving us drama in Fire Island, and of course what's to come. Tune in and buy tickets to Matt's tour kicking off in Atlanta 12/1! Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.  Nathan Pearson is a comedian, actor, writer, and host of Secure The Gag based in Brooklyn, NY by way of Atlanta, GA. Recently, he was featured on HBOMax's Humans By Orientation platform and on the UCB Character's Welcome where his “Guy F**ks His Bully's Dad” sketch became a viral sensation. Online, Nathan has amassed a following on TikTok and has been featured in Vulture, Instinct, Queerty, Logo's NewNowNext, and more.  Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

Secure The Gag orders!!! Hey besties, this week's episode is like no other. We have the TikTok food haul prince, Dakota Wright (@printfairy)!!!    Y'all we get into Cookout, Buc-cees, TGIFridays, and more! Dakota dishes on the viral rise of his TikTok videos showing up and showing out at our favorite restaurants. He also shares about his proposal from now husband Jackson (the icon) on Watch What Happens Live, his brand new pink Toyota, and favorite TikTok creators. What is on this TikTok Trailbalzer's FYP, you'll have to listen to find out! Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.  Nathan Pearson is a comedian, actor, writer, and host of Secure The Gag based in Brooklyn, NY by way of Atlanta, GA. Recently, he was featured on HBOMax's Humans By Orientation platform and on the UCB Character's Welcome where his “Guy F**ks His Bully's Dad” sketch became a viral sensation. Online, Nathan has amassed a following on TikTok and has been featured in Vulture, Instinct, Queerty, Logo's NewNowNext, and more.  Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

From indie improv darling to comedy festival creator, this week's Secure The Gag guest is none other than the beloved Otter Lee (Tooning Out The News, Fairview, Edinburgh Fringe)!!! Otter and Nathan get into Otter's summer standup show at Fringe and their UK stand up tour that left audiences shocked, gagged, and gooped. Otter also shares about his work on Comedy Central's Tooning Out The News and working as a voice over artist in a self constructed studio. They also get into Otter's highly speculated love life and the journey of his 1,000 boyfriends (our quote not his for the record, starting the Asian Comedy Festival, and his upcoming indie film. Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.  Nathan Pearson is a comedian, actor, writer, and host of Secure The Gag based in Brooklyn, NY by way of Atlanta, GA. Recently, he was featured on HBOMax's Humans By Orientation platform and on the UCB Character's Welcome where his “Guy F**ks His Bully's Dad” sketch became a viral sensation. Online, Nathan has amassed a following on TikTok and has been featured in Vulture, Instinct, Queerty, Logo's NewNowNext, and more.  Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

Let's get cute AND spooky!! To celebrate the premiere of Dragula: Titans next week, we have on the pod this week, the scary and sickening Abhora (Dragula, Dragula: Titans, Vogue, The Drag Queen of the Year Pageant Competition Awards Contest Competition)!!!   Abhora and Nathan discuss Abhora's hilarious Dragula: Titan's promo look and the inspiration behind it as well as some of Abhora's iconic drag looks and performances. They also talk about Abhora's work with Alaska along with winning the Drag Queen of the Year Pageant Competition Awards Contest Competition and appearing in VOGUE! Let's go to the dark depths of drag and chit and chat!! ((TW: Self Harm & Suicide)) Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.  Nathan Pearson is a comedian, actor, writer, and host of Secure The Gag based in Brooklyn, NY by way of Atlanta, GA. Recently, he was featured on HBOMax's Humans By Orientation platform and on the UCB Character's Welcome where his “Guy F**ks His Bully's Dad” sketch became a viral sensation. Online, Nathan has amassed a following on TikTok and has been featured in Vulture, Instinct, Queerty, Logo's NewNowNext, and more.  Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

FAT SLUTS, LET'S GO!!! A dream come true  to welcome to the pod the incredible, edible, and perfect MEATBALL (Sloppy Seconds, Fat Slut, Dragula, Pretty Smart)!!!!   First things first, BUY TICKETS to FAT SLUT this Friday. ATL Pride, come through!    In this episode, Meatball and Nathan go absolutely IN on Trisha Paytas's new bundle of joy, Malibu Barbie Paytas-Hacmon, the origins of her Fat Slut party/event/show, and the story behind Big Dipper and Meatball's friendship and podcast, Sloppy Seconds. They also discuss Twitter gays, Greg Sulkinn's track suits, and Meatball's award winning talent performance at the drag queen of the year pageant! Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.  Nathan Pearson is a comedian, actor, writer, and host of Secure The Gag based in Brooklyn, NY by way of Atlanta, GA. Recently, he was featured on HBOMax's Humans By Orientation platform and on the UCB Character's Welcome where his “Guy F**ks His Bully's Dad” sketch became a viral sensation. Online, Nathan has amassed a following on TikTok and has been featured in Vulture, Instinct, Queerty, Logo's NewNowNext, and more.  Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

Fall is sapphic and so is this episode! We are joined by the CEO of lesbian Twitter this week -  writer, director, and author, Jill Gutowitz (Girls Can Kiss Now, The Ladies, Gayme Show)!!! Jill and Nathan discuss at length Jill's incredibly funny, touching, and RESEARCHED novel, Girls Can Kiss Now. The memoir meets essay collection touches on the arrival of lesbian media, Jill's experience working in Hollywood, and the queerest parts of the aughts and beyond. Jill also shares about her experience as a professional Taylor Swift fan, writing on Gayme Show, and shares the full scoop about her Outfest premiered short, The Ladies. Turn off Forlklore and press play on this episode. Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.  Nathan Pearson is a comedian, actor, writer, and host of Secure The Gag based in Brooklyn, NY by way of Atlanta, GA. Recently, he was featured on HBOMax's Humans By Orientation platform and on the UCB Character's Welcome where his “Guy F**ks His Bully's Dad” sketch became a viral sensation. Online, Nathan has amassed a following on TikTok and has been featured in Vulture, Instinct, Queerty, Logo's NewNowNext, and more.  Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

Get into the virgo groove and close out summer with THE pop culture catch up episode with comedian, writer, viral Twitter user, Gabe Bergado (Netflix, Teen Vogue, Elle, Vulture, W Magazine)!!!    Gabe and Nathan chat about Gabe's comedic stylings, writings, and his European jaunt abroad to work his screenplay. They also discuss Survivor at length as Gabe hosts weekly Survivor viewing parties in Brooklyn, how Gabe crafts his (100s of) viral tweets, and finding humor in the editorial world. Gabe also shares his thoughts and feelings about ANTM, Kevin Jonas, and white colonizer fathers to name a few topics! Get into this week's lovely ep! Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.  Nathan Pearson is a comedian, actor, writer, and host of Secure The Gag based in Brooklyn, NY by way of Atlanta, GA. Recently, he was featured on HBOMax's Humans By Orientation platform and on the UCB Character's Welcome where his “Guy F**ks His Bully's Dad” sketch became a viral sensation. Online, Nathan has amassed a following on TikTok and has been featured in Vulture, Instinct, Queerty, Logo's NewNowNext, and more.  Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix    Follow @SecureTheGag 

A sweet little episode this week with comedian, baker, artist, and cake boy, Jonny Manganello (Netflix's Is It Cake?, Try Guys, TikTok)!!!  Jonny and Nathan discuss Jonny's latest, greatest, and most favorite cake creations (WALL-E) and the viral TikTok videos that accompany them. They get into Jonny's time on Netflix's Is It Cake?, the realistic cake baking and designing competition show, and the behind the scenes tea. Jonny also shares about his process for both baking and content creation, the link between humor and cakes, and of course making videos with his iconic mom and her gay fans. Get a nice slice of red velvet and tune in! Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.  Nathan Pearson is a comedian, actor, writer, and host of Secure The Gag based in Brooklyn, NY by way of Atlanta, GA. Recently, he was featured on HBOMax's Humans By Orientation platform and on the UCB Character's Welcome where his “Guy F**ks His Bully's Dad” sketch became a viral sensation. Online, Nathan has amassed a following on TikTok and has been featured in Vulture, Instinct, Queerty, Logo's NewNowNext, and more.  Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

A beautiful and brilliant conversation with the oh, so talented Nori Reed (Raven's Home, Hot White Heist, HBO Max, Netflix is a Joke Festival)!!!    Nori and Nathan discuss pool parties, Bratz dolls, and the asian diaspora! They also get into Nori's infamous stand up comedy and she breaks down one of her jokes that is a favorite of Trixie and Katya. Nori also shares about writing for Disney Channel's first live action trans character, writing for Hot White Heist, and teases her upcoming projects. Crank up your airfryer and tune in!!! Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.  Nathan Pearson is a comedian, actor, writer, and host of Secure The Gag based in Brooklyn, NY by way of Atlanta, GA. Recently, he was featured on HBOMax's Humans By Orientation platform and on the UCB Character's Welcome where his “Guy F**ks His Bully's Dad” sketch became a viral sensation. Online, Nathan has amassed a following on TikTok and has been featured in Vulture, Instinct, Queerty, Logo's NewNowNext, and more.  Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

If you're interested in Edinburgh Fringe, this episode is for you! Fresh off the plane, we are graced by the presence of comedian, writer, Secure The Gag field correspondent, Reid Pope (Edinburgh Fringe, Vulture, Austin Comedy Film Festival)!!!    Our first return guest and what a joy that it's dear friend, Reid Pope. Nathan and Reid discuss Reid's 100th newsletter, Lesbian Jesus Is Pregnant With Vibes, TikTok, and being gay on Fridays. Reid also shares all about their experience in Scotland this month as a director of a show at fringe. We learn about flyering, bad show names, and eating halloumi wraps. Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.  Nathan Pearson is a comedian, actor, writer, and host of Secure The Gag based in Brooklyn, NY by way of Atlanta, GA. Recently, he was featured on HBOMax's Humans By Orientation platform and on the UCB Character's Welcome where his “Guy F**ks His Bully's Dad” sketch became a viral sensation. Online, Nathan has amassed a following on TikTok and has been featured in Vulture, Instinct, Queerty, Logo's NewNowNext, and more.  Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

A history making episode of Secure The Gag! For the first time in drag race herstory,  I mean, in Secure The gag lore, there has never been an episode recorded IRL. And with great honor comes great responsibility and that's why this episode's guest is none other than comedian and actor, Betsy Helmer (UCB, Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, FBI: Most Wanted)!!! And the fun continues as this podcast celebrates online comedy and Betsy has no social media. She won't even be able to promote the episode so truly one for the books. Nathan and Betsy talk about her relationship to social media apps and online comedy, Betsy's come up at UCB and love of improv, and taking improv to dramatic work. Betsy also teaches yoga and shares the link between comedy and yoga (not farting apparently). Tune in as two friends catch up and celebrate love, life, and accidentally eating candles. Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.  Nathan Pearson is a comedian, actor, writer, and host of Secure The Gag based in Brooklyn, NY by way of Atlanta, GA. Recently, he was featured on HBOMax's Humans By Orientation platform and on the UCB Character's Welcome where his “Guy F**ks His Bully's Dad” sketch became a viral sensation. Online, Nathan has amassed a following on TikTok and has been featured in Vulture, Instinct, Queerty, Logo's NewNowNext, and more.  Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

This episode's guest is as close as we will get to someone who serves not only in the public office but the main one like the white house! Please welcome to your ears the brilliant comic behind the viral Kamala Harris impression, Allison Reese (Just For Laughs, The Revolution Will Be Improvised, TikTok)!!!  Nathan and Allison chit-chat about Allison's recent Just For Laughs journey, creating sketches for the ViacomCBS Showcase, and writing on The Revolution Will Be Improvised, Second City's residency show at The Kennedy Center. Allison also shares the discovery within that led her to becoming the world's #1 Kamala Harris impersonator along with her process for creating other comedic characters and bits. Catch Allison in an upcoming show including her N'kay Hour, her variety late night show that she hosts at Vice President Harris. Get into it!!! Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.  Nathan Pearson is a comedian, actor, writer, and host of Secure The Gag based in Brooklyn, NY by way of Atlanta, GA. Recently, he was featured on HBOMax's Humans By Orientation platform and on the UCB Character's Welcome where his “Guy F**ks His Bully's Dad” sketch became a viral sensation. Online, Nathan has amassed a following on TikTok and has been featured in Vulture, Instinct, Queerty, Logo's NewNowNext, and more.  Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

It's a sister power hour episode of love and h-word activity! Joining us this week is the comedian, writer, singer, omnicord player, Ái Vy Luu (Reductress, Awf Mag, Ars Nova Trans Moses)!!! Nathan and Ái Vy break down side chick summer, polyamory, finding couples on Feeld, and of course comedy - they get there! Ái Vy also dishes about her recent stand up bits and jokes including “cute, pretty, hot” crowd work and getting the guy's girlfriend you're hooking up with to obsess over you. Ái Vy also shares about their Ars Nova residency, satirical writing, and work with Queer Window and Tea Before Bed. Most importantly, they chat about IKEA content creation! Get into it! Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.  Nathan Pearson is a comedian, actor, writer, and host of Secure The Gag based in Brooklyn, NY by way of Atlanta, GA. Recently, he was featured on HBOMax's Humans By Orientation platform and on the UCB Character's Welcome where his “Guy F**ks His Bully's Dad” sketch became a viral sensation. Online, Nathan has amassed a following on TikTok and has been featured in Vulture, Instinct, Queerty, Logo's NewNowNext, and more.  Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

Our daddy, who art a zaddy, call me by your name!! We are going to church this week on Secure The Gag because we have none other than actor, writer, comedian, singer, lovely person, Alanna Darby (Seasoned, Dracula, TikTok)!!!    Nathan and Alanna chat about Alanna's viral TikTok videos including her iconic zaddy prayer, the evolution of her identity, and viral sounds. Alanna also shares the story behind her iconic gender introduction videos (look it up!) and the community she's built online. They also get into Alanna's musical performances, work in theatre, and her MFA thesis performance that brings her j-o-y. Catch Alanna performing and working all around town! (SHAKESPEARE, heard of her?)  Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.  Nathan Pearson is a comedian, actor, writer, and host of Secure The Gag based in Brooklyn, NY by way of Atlanta, GA. Recently, he was featured on HBOMax's Humans By Orientation platform and on the UCB Character's Welcome where his “Guy F**ks His Bully's Dad” sketch became a viral sensation. Online, Nathan has amassed a following on TikTok and has been featured in Vulture, Instinct, Queerty, Logo's NewNowNext, and more.  Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

It's a g@y af episode of Secure The Gag this week with comedian, actor, podcaster, Eric Williams (That's A Gay Ass Podcast)!!!    Eric and Nathan get into Eric's post grad gig as the lead in Elf The Musical and all that comes with touring. They also dive into Eric's shared twin barmitzvah (which is called a B'nai Mitzvah!!), the gay ass backstory for That's A Gay Ass Pod, Eric's viral TikTok's (see: unitoe), and moving to and working in Los Angeles (famous city). Tune in, girlie.  Also, Nathan was a guest of Eric's pod, check out the episode HERE.   Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.  Nathan Pearson is a comedian, actor, writer, and host of Secure The Gag based in Brooklyn, NY by way of Atlanta, GA. Recently, he was featured on HBOMax's Humans By Orientation platform and on the UCB Character's Welcome where his “Guy F**ks His Bully's Dad” sketch became a viral sensation. Online, Nathan has amassed a following on TikTok and has been featured in Vulture, Instinct, Queerty, Logo's NewNowNext, and more.  Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix    Follow @SecureTheGag 

The 69th episode of Secure The Gag is with none other than the ShartyParty69, Casey Thomas Brown (Father of the Bride, The Kominsky Method, Search Party, Tell Me a Story)!!!    Casey and Nathan jump into the conversation with Casey's portrayal of Kyler in Father of the Bride alongside his comedic collaborator/wife, Chloe Fineman. They also discuss Casey's work on The Kominsky Method alongside Michael Douglas and Alan Arkin. Casey also shares his process for his comedic character and impression videos on Instagram and the inspiration he pulls for characters through clothing. If you're a crossover fan of Pepper Ann and Amanda Peet, this episode is for you.  Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.  Nathan Pearson is a comedian, actor, writer, and host of Secure The Gag based in Brooklyn, NY by way of Atlanta, GA. Recently, he was featured on HBOMax's Humans By Orientation platform and on the UCB Character's Welcome where his “Guy F**ks His Bully's Dad” sketch became a viral sensation. Online, Nathan has amassed a following on TikTok and has been featured in Vulture, Instinct, Queerty, Logo's NewNowNext, and more.  Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

Happy Pride!! Rounding out the month we have on the pod this week - spooky lovely comedy tattoo baby - Air Durnell (Reductress, Yes And Laughter Lab, UCB)!!!  Air and Nathan get directly into MUNA, Pride, and of course Air's career as a tattoo artist and apprentice. They chat about the crossover of tattooing and comedy and when permanent body art should make us laugh (i.e. Teletubees but make it LOTR). The two also chat about Air's work on Reductress, their successful project at the Yes And Laughter Lab, and going viral on TikTok for their Jennifer Coolidge impression. Don't worry! They also discuss knives, sex, and horny haunted houses. Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.  Nathan Pearson is a comedian, actor, writer, and host of Secure The Gag based in Brooklyn, NY by way of Atlanta, GA. Recently, he was featured on HBOMax's Humans By Orientation platform and on the UCB Character's Welcome where his “Guy F**ks His Bully's Dad” sketch became a viral sensation. Online, Nathan has amassed a following on TikTok and has been featured in Vulture, Instinct, Queerty, Logo's NewNowNext, and more.  Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

Calling all princes and cowboys! We have dual citizenship queer royalty on the pod today in the form of stand up comedian and hot person, Cara Connors (Dating #NoFilter, OUTtv, Just For Laughs, Straight for Pay tour)    Nathan and Cara discuss Cara's journey to international tourdom, coming out of straight marriage, and Cara's King Princess impression. The two also get into Cara's CBC television series, 90 Day Fiancé, and Cara's plans of recording an album. Cara also shares their inspirations and vision for their future in comedy. Tune in, luv. Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.  Nathan Pearson is a comedian, actor, writer, and host of Secure The Gag based in Brooklyn, NY by way of Atlanta, GA. Recently, he was featured on HBOMax's Humans By Orientation platform and on the UCB Character's Welcome where his “Guy F**ks His Bully's Dad” sketch became a viral sensation. Online, Nathan has amassed a following on TikTok and has been featured in Vulture, Instinct, Queerty, Logo's NewNowNext, and more.  Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

WE DISCUSS A LOT THIS WEEK! This episode is one of my favorite conversations with one of my favorite people. Welcome to the pod comedian, writer, producer, babe, Zach Schiffman (Full Frontal with Samantha Bee, Tooning Out, 54 Below)!!!   Let's get down to business. Zach and Nathan cover everything: the Harvard Westlake to Broadway pipeline, Olivia Rodrigo, Fashion, Broadway, and comedians cutting open their hands at shows. They also get into Zach's stand up, comedian work on Twitter (and the stan armies that fight him!), and being named by Vulture as a Taylor Swift Scholar. Zach also shares about his lives shows on the horizon and the inspirations behind them - it's deep!!  Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.  Nathan Pearson is a comedian, actor, writer, and host of Secure The Gag based in Brooklyn, NY by way of Atlanta, GA. Recently, he was featured on HBOMax's Humans By Orientation platform and on the UCB Character's Welcome where his “Guy F**ks His Bully's Dad” sketch became a viral sensation. Online, Nathan has amassed a following on TikTok and has been featured in Vulture, Instinct, Queerty, Logo's NewNowNext, and more.  Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

It's a beautiful day in the gayborhood! It's time to start DOING THE WORK sheeple and listen to today's episode with the delightful green thumb, Jessica Henderson (Shrill, All Hail Beth, Slumber Party, Growing Down)!!!    Jess and Nathan discuss Australian accents, Glamour scientists, and astrological inspiration. They also get into Jess' stand up comedy, solo show, of course - doing the work. Jess also shares about their work on season three of Hulu's Shrill and the story of how Aidy Bryant absolutely had the biggest comedy crush on them and wrote them a role. Jess also talks about plants, their web series, Growing Down, and ultimate goal of giving back to the community. Perfect episode.  Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.  Nathan Pearson is a comedian, actor, writer, and host of Secure The Gag based in Brooklyn, NY by way of Atlanta, GA. Recently, he was featured on HBOMax's Humans By Orientation platform and on the UCB Character's Welcome where his “Guy F**ks His Bully's Dad” sketch became a viral sensation. Online, Nathan has amassed a following on TikTok and has been featured in Vulture, Instinct, Queerty, Logo's NewNowNext, and more.  Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

Let's go bad boys! Secure The Gag is back-back-back with the sweet Chicago comedy babe, Garrett Williams (Big Night, Please Stop Crying)!!!   Garrett and Nathan dive into a chat that covers Texas, Pokemon, and MFAs. They then get into Garrett's journey from Chicago to New York, comedy gigging, and the House of Gacci. Garrett then breaks down the start of his viral video madness and shares the process behind his popular comedy videos like “The Guy Who Records Sleep Sounds.” Get into it, yuh!! Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.  Nathan Pearson is a comedian, actor, writer, and host of Secure The Gag based in Brooklyn, NY by way of Atlanta, GA. Recently, he was featured on HBOMax's Humans By Orientation platform and on the UCB Character's Welcome where his “Guy F**ks His Bully's Dad” sketch became a viral sensation. Online, Nathan has amassed a following on TikTok and has been featured in Vulture, Instinct, Queerty, Logo's NewNowNext, and more.  Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

Hello, Bootlickers! Secure The Gag is h-word for this week's guest - comedian, writer, and actor, Gabe González (The Last O.G., Comedy Central, MTV: Decoded, Inside Amy Schumer)!!!  Gabe and Nathan chat about Gabe's rise in the industry that started with porn (editing it!), writing on multiple comedic projects, and his consulting work at GLAAD. They also get into Gabe's L.A. Comedy Festival selected sketch, Bootlickers, his Laughter Lab pilot, Los Blancos, and his past hosting the trivia game show, Hosting, on Scruff. Gabe is a brilliant treasure!!  Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.  Nathan Pearson is a comedian, actor, writer, and host of Secure The Gag based in Brooklyn, NY by way of Atlanta, GA. Recently, he was featured on HBOMax's Humans By Orientation platform and on the UCB Character's Welcome where his “Guy F**ks His Bully's Dad” sketch became a viral sensation. Online, Nathan has amassed a following on TikTok and has been featured in Vulture, Instinct, Queerty, Logo's NewNowNext, and more.  Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

Let's get sh*tty! Secure The Gag welcomes to the pod this week the crafty and lovely comedian and writer, Sam Reece (The Other Two, Comedy Central, HBO, Shitty Craft Club)!!!  Nathan and Sam talk about the creation of Shitty Craft Club and the growing community of over 100K followers on TikTok that love all of Sam's crafts and comedic videos. They also dive into Sam's comedy duo with Becky Chicoine, Girls with Brown Hair, her Comedy Central show, Shop Talk, and performances across town. Sam also shares about her experience working on The Other Two across Wanda Sykes!!! Get into it, yuh! Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.  Nathan Pearson is a comedian, actor, writer, and host of Secure The Gag based in Brooklyn, NY by way of Atlanta, GA. Recently, he was featured on HBOMax's Humans By Orientation platform and on the UCB Character's Welcome where his “Guy F**ks His Bully's Dad” sketch became a viral sensation. Online, Nathan has amassed a following on TikTok and has been featured in Vulture, Instinct, Queerty, Logo's NewNowNext, and more.  Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

Secure The Gag welcomes to the pod this week a leading voice of our queer generation - the witty writer, cultural critic, and podcast host, Rose Dommu (Like A Virgin Podcast)!!! Nathan and Rose dive into Rose's time as the queen of the press junket where she told Timothee Chalamet he was the prince of twinks and where Dame Judi Dench told Rose her Old Deuteronomy in Cats was trans. (Look it up!) They also get into Rose's relationship with the C*ck Destroyers and being featured in their p*rn. Rose also dishes on muting tweet notifications, TikTok, and her incredible podcast Live A Virgin. Tune in! Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.  Nathan Pearson is a comedian, actor, writer, and host of Secure The Gag based in Brooklyn, NY by way of Atlanta, GA. Recently, he was featured on HBOMax's Humans By Orientation platform and on the UCB Character's Welcome where his “Guy F**ks His Bully's Dad” sketch became a viral sensation. Online, Nathan has amassed a following on TikTok and has been featured in Vulture, Instinct, Queerty, Logo's NewNowNext, and more.  Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

Another family affair! Secure The Gag welcomes to the pod this week, stand up comedian, circuit legend, and friend, Justin Covington (Bros, Easy, Vulture)!!!!   Nathan and Justin break down Justin's virgo-licious comedy process that involves spreadsheets and a rating system, growth in stand up, and of course d*ck pics. They also get into Justin's experience working on Netflix's Easy in Chicago, landing a role in Billy Eichner's upcoming gay rom-com Bros at the start of the pandemic, and time shares in Fire Island. Justin also shares insider info about the comedy/party world cross-over and hosting queer parties in Bushwick. Get into this week's babe, Justin!  Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.  Nathan Pearson is a comedian, actor, writer, and host of Secure The Gag based in Brooklyn, NY by way of Atlanta, GA. Recently, he was featured on HBOMax's Humans By Orientation platform and on the UCB Character's Welcome where his “Guy F**ks His Bully's Dad” sketch became a viral sensation. Online, Nathan has amassed a following on TikTok and has been featured in Vulture, Instinct, Queerty, Logo's NewNowNext, and more.  Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

Secure The Gag welcomes to the pod this week the YouTube personality and social media gossip content creator who always has the piping hot tea, Sloan!   OH BOY THIS ONE IS HOT! Nathan and Sloan break down Sloan's come up on YouTube to hundreds of thousands of subscribers, talk about how they met online, and get into the tea of the year. Never before has “cease and desist” ever come up on this pod and this episode Sloan shares all. Sloan talks about their viral videos, role in the Free Britney movement, and of course shares some insider information about their process. We could listen to Sloan talks for hours on hours! Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.  Nathan Pearson is a comedian, actor, writer, and host of Secure The Gag based in Brooklyn, NY by way of Atlanta, GA. Recently, he was featured on HBOMax's Humans By Orientation platform and on the UCB Character's Welcome where his “Guy F**ks His Bully's Dad” sketch became a viral sensation. Online, Nathan has amassed a following on TikTok and has been featured in Vulture, Instinct, Queerty, Logo's NewNowNext, and more.  Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

Secure The Gag welcomes to the pod this week comedian, writer, viral tweeter, Brian Bahe (Comedy Central, Vulture)!!!   Nathan and Brian discuss Brian's barmitzvah, tornador warnings in Tulsa, and the one and only Che Diaz. They also get into Brian's Comedy Central Stand Up Set, crafting jokes, and Brian's stand up hour. Brian also shares the stories behind his viral tweets like getting fired on the second day and watching Emily in Paris and feeling the representation. Let's listen and pray that Brian makes it to Paris one day soon!  Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.  Nathan Pearson is a comedian, actor, writer, and host of Secure The Gag based in Brooklyn, NY by way of Atlanta, GA. Recently, he was featured on HBOMax's Humans By Orientation platform and on the UCB Character's Welcome where his “Guy F**ks His Bully's Dad” sketch became a viral sensation. Online, Nathan has amassed a following on TikTok and has been featured in Vulture, Instinct, Queerty, Logo's NewNowNext, and more.  Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

SAGGIE SPLITER HIVE RISE! This week on Secure The Gag we have the incredibly hilarious babe, Maggie Winters (Time Out, Nylon, Vulture, Buzzfeed, The Annoyance)!!!!   Nathan and Maggie get into love, live, and the pursuit of sex at Disneyworld. Maggie shares about finding humor in her past jobs, portraying moms, and finding the funny in the everyday. I.e. Maggie goes viral over and OVER for her quick TikToks sharing her life experiences. Maggie also discussing her infamous teacher at Europhia video, work in standup, and her shows to come! Listen to the episode featuring this Chicago queen!  Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.  Nathan Pearson is a comedian, actor, writer, and host of Secure The Gag based in Brooklyn, NY by way of Atlanta, GA. Recently, he was featured on HBOMax's Humans By Orientation platform and on the UCB Character's Welcome where his “Guy F**ks His Bully's Dad” sketch became a viral sensation. Online, Nathan has amassed a following on TikTok and has been featured in Vulture, Instinct, Queerty, Logo's NewNowNext, and more.  Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix    Follow @SecureTheGag 

If Secure The Gag came out on Tuesdays, today would be FAT. It's Mardi Gras on the pod because the insanely talented and lovely guest this week is Joseph Lymous (Awkwafina Is Nora From Queens, Just For Laughs, The Jim Hensen Company)!!!    Nathan and Joseph get into Joseph's wild year of 2021 that included landing JFL, being a Yes, And Laughter Lab finalist, and working at The Jim Hensen Company (have you heard of muppets?)! They also get into Joseph's infamous baby with a knife, wire, then buttpl*g, poodle, and inner gay demon. Joseph also shares about his upcoming projects of puppetry and animals and his favorite online follows. Tune in! Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.  Nathan Pearson is a comedian, actor, writer, and host of Secure The Gag based in Brooklyn, NY by way of Atlanta, GA. Recently, he was featured on HBOMax's Humans By Orientation platform and on the UCB Character's Welcome where his “Guy F**ks His Bully's Dad” sketch became a viral sensation. Online, Nathan has amassed a following on TikTok and has been featured in Vulture, Instinct, Queerty, Logo's NewNowNext, and more.  Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

Secure The Gag welcomes this week Time Magazine's Best Laugh, the hilarious and lovely comedian, writer, podcaster, and drag king, Kate Sisk (We're Having Gay Sex, The Onion, NBC Late Night Writers Workshop)!!! Nathan and Kate dish up the chatter about Kate's process for stand up comedy, learning what makes a successful satirical headline, and tales from the Late Night Writers Workshop. They also discuss Kate's past as a professional soccer player in Puerto Rico, their time as co-host of the ever popular We're Having Gay Sex podcast, and drag king performances as LUKE ASS. Get into it, yuh! Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.  Nathan Pearson is a comedian, actor, writer, and host of Secure The Gag based in Brooklyn, NY by way of Atlanta, GA. Recently, he was featured on HBOMax's Humans By Orientation platform and on the UCB Character's Welcome where his “Guy F**ks His Bully's Dad” sketch became a viral sensation. Online, Nathan has amassed a following on TikTok and has been featured in Vulture, Instinct, Queerty, Logo's NewNowNext, and more.  Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

Secure The Gag has captured a white whale this week. We have on the pod performance artist, comedian, memestress, and musician on the rise, I'm Going To Marry Your Dad (aka Xalvador)!!!   Nathan has wanted Xalvador on the pod for weeks and weeks and has finally trapped them. Thank god because the two of them talk about memes, meme communities, creating memes, and gaining tens of thousands of followers with iconic meme pages. The two also discuss Xalvador's performance art, upcoming shows (Pony Play at The Brick!), and new music that's on the horizon! (CORPORATE CREATIVE is a BOP!) They also talk about beautiful insta-gays that edit themselves on vacations!! A must listen.  Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.  Nathan Pearson is a comedian, actor, writer, and host of Secure The Gag based in Brooklyn, NY by way of Atlanta, GA. Recently, he was featured on HBOMax's Humans By Orientation platform and on the UCB Character's Welcome where his “Guy F**ks His Bully's Dad” sketch became a viral sensation. Online, Nathan has amassed a following on TikTok and has been featured in Vulture, Instinct, Queerty, Logo's NewNowNext, and more.  Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

Secure The Gag this week welcomes comedian, writer, actor, New York comedy's favorite thembo, Edson Montenegro (Brooklyn Comedy Collective, Queer Window, Tea Before Bed)!!!    Nathan and Edson kiki about Edson's come up in comedy from Northwestern to New York, residency as a repertoire player at the Brooklyn Comedy Collective (my words), and first time doing stand up to viral success. Edson also shares about their prolific TikTok videos dishing about everything from their sex and dating life and why they're so well followed and well loved. They also get into sex positivity and comedy, stories about catfishes, and doing comedy for the goddamn love of it. Tune in or GTFO!!! Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.  Nathan Pearson is a comedian, actor, writer, and host of Secure The Gag based in Brooklyn, NY by way of Atlanta, GA. Recently, he was featured on HBOMax's Humans By Orientation platform and on the UCB Character's Welcome where his “Guy F**ks His Bully's Dad” sketch became a viral sensation. Online, Nathan has amassed a following on TikTok and has been featured in Vulture, Instinct, Queerty, Logo's NewNowNext, and more.  Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

Secure The Gag is thankful to the heavens above to have on the pod this week, actor, writer, and comedian, Georgia good judy, Joanie Drago (Upright Citizens Brigade, Built In)!!!   Nathan and Joanie get into it! First they discuss Joanie's relationship with BOTH Property Brothers, discuss relationships in the biblical sense, and relive some UCB memories. Joanie then shares about her beloved Caitlyn Jenner Impression and fascination with the Olylmpican turned reality star turned candidate for office. Joanie also breaks down some of her notable character work and how her work in clowning aids her comedy. They also get into the meme-ing of life as Joanie has become a meme-stress. Give it good old listen and give it a good old five stars!! Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.  Nathan Pearson is a comedian, actor, writer, and host of Secure The Gag based in Brooklyn, NY by way of Atlanta, GA. Recently, he was featured on HBOMax's Humans By Orientation platform and on the UCB Character's Welcome where his “Guy F**ks His Bully's Dad” sketch became a viral sensation. Online, Nathan has amassed a following on TikTok and has been featured in Vulture, Instinct, Queerty, Logo's NewNowNext, and more.  Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

Secure The Gag is thrilled to have on the pod this week, actor, writer, comedian, and author, a Georgia baby, Jeffery Self (Search Party, Spoiler Alert, You're Killing Me, Jeffery & Cole Casserole)!!! Nathan and Jeffery chat it up about Jeffery's iconic moments from the final season of Search Party, his come up in the New York comedy scene, and his new projects on the horizon. The two also talk about Jeffery's days of traveling to New York from Georgia on Amtrak to work with a Broadway director and ultimately find his creative soul mate in Cole Escola. The two also trade stories about the iconic Oakwood in Burbank.  Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.  Nathan Pearson is a comedian, actor, writer, and host of Secure The Gag based in Brooklyn, NY by way of Atlanta, GA. Recently, he was featured on HBOMax's Humans By Orientation platform and on the UCB Character's Welcome where his “Guy F**ks His Bully's Dad” sketch became a viral sensation. Online, Nathan has amassed a following on TikTok and has been featured in Vulture, Instinct, Queerty, Logo's NewNowNext, and more.    Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

Secure The Gag is blessed to welcome to the pod this week, actor, writer, comedian, and diva, Danielle Perez (Special, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Russian Doll, Just For Laughs)!!   Danielle and Nathan discuss Danielle's JFL journey during a pandemic, her standup and writing process, and creating a short film in a weekend. They also get into Danielle's experience working on Special and her cameo on Curb Your Enthusiasm. Follow Danielle and look out for all of the thrilling projects on her horizon (more cameos on favorite shows and a Pitch Perfect spinoff!!).    Danielle's Work That's Discussed:  Danielle's Just For Laughs New Faces of Comedy Set  Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.  Nathan Pearson is a comedian, actor, writer, and host of Secure The Gag based in Brooklyn, NY by way of Atlanta, GA. Recently, he was featured on HBOMax's Humans By Orientation platform and on the UCB Character's Welcome where his “Guy F**ks His Bully's Dad” sketch became a viral sensation. Online, Nathan has amassed a following on TikTok and has been featured in Vulture, Instinct, Queerty, Logo's NewNowNext, and more.    Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

It's been a while…I know I shouldn't've kept you waiting…but I'm here now! Welcome to Secure The Gag season two! Can you believe it? I heard that most podcasts only last like ten episodes (don't quote me)... so to be on season two is wild! Especially with a premiere episode with the iconic WUSSY cover girl, Meg Stalter (Hacks, Yearly Departed, Tooning Out The News, Star-Crossed The Film, Crank Yankers)!!!!   !(*Buy WUSSY Vol. 10 HERE*)! Meg and Nathan get deep about Meg's come up in Chicago, creating the genre of IG Live comedy, and taking over as everyone's favorite online and now IRL comedian. They also discuss Meg's breakout role on the incredible Hacks and get the behind the scenes tea on Meg's most viral videos (i.e. HI GAY!). Listen and get to know Meg and her incredible comedic process!  Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.  Nathan Pearson is a comedian, actor, writer, and host of Secure The Gag based in Brooklyn, NY by way of Atlanta, GA. Recently, he was featured on HBOMax's Humans By Orientation platform and on the UCB Character's Welcome where his “Guy F**ks His Bully's Dad” sketch became a viral sensation. Online, Nathan has amassed a following on TikTok and has been featured in Vulture, Instinct, Queerty, Logo's NewNowNext, and more.    Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

Secure The Gag is having a family field day this week with comedian, writer, and actor Sarah Smallwood Parsons (Just For Laughs, Characters Welcome, Forgotten Animals)!!!!   Sarah and Nathan dive into Sarah's hundreds upon hundreds of characters that she's created and the ones that took off online. They get into “The Song That No One Likes,” Sarah's “Woman with a Tit Out,” and “What Dry Cleaning Is.” They also chat it up about Sarah's pilot, Forgotten Animals, that she wrote, produced, and starred in alongside Jessie Jolles and if coming out affects the comedy you craft and consume. It's a beautiful time to listen to this episode!    Sarah's Work That's Discussed That Song In Every Musical That No One Likes  Woman With A Tit Out The First Female President of the United States What Dry Cleaning Is Forgotten Animals Pilot Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.    Nathan is a queer comedian and writer from Atlanta who now lives in Brooklyn. He's known for his gay infused characters online and amassed followers from his viral “Guy Fucks His Bully's Dad” piece as a part of UCB's Characters Welcome. As someone who went off online with very specific gay humor, Nathan wants to sit down with other queers to discuss their funny moments that took off. Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

This week, Secure The Gag is honored to have on the pod, actor, writer, comedian, and violinist, Ryan Ken (Los Angeles Times, GQ, The Hollywood ReporterI)!!!!   Ryan and Nathan talk about Ryan's transition from professional violinist to actor, their rise in popularity online with comedic videos on TikTok, and creating content for yourself. They also chat about Ryan's impression of Mitch McConnell, their viral Malcolm & Marie video (shared by Tina Knowles), and incredible cis straight male comedian impression. Tune in!    Ryan's Work That's Discussed Doing my part to keep cis straight male comedy alive 73 Questions with Mitch McConnell Malcolm & Marie & Their Neighbors   Why I believe Jesus was petty Going to the doctor as a fat person The townspeople talking to Beast after the curse is broken Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.    Nathan is a queer comedian and writer from Atlanta who now lives in Brooklyn. He's known for his gay infused characters online and amassed followers from his viral “Guy Fucks His Bully's Dad” piece as a part of UCB's Characters Welcome. As someone who went off online with very specific gay humor, Nathan wants to sit down with other queers to discuss their funny moments that took off. Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

Secure The Gag welcomes to the pod this week comedian, writer, actor, certified Keira Knightley historian, Sibel Damar (F*ck Nice Guys, FBI, UCB)!!!    Sibel and Nathan discuss and breakdown the Pirates of The Carribean movie franchise and it's impact on the bisexual community. They also chat about Sibel's characters and their development, creating impressions, her work on television, and finding comedic inspiration in family members. The two also get into Kiera Knightley and challenge other impressionists to an epic battle!   Sibel's Work That's Discussed F*ck Nice Guys Keira Knightley's First 21st Century Snow Keira Knightley in 21st Century  Elizabeth Swan Visits Will Getting Arrested Trend - Elizabeh Swan Atonement Bloopers  Lesbian Swirl for the Straight Girl  Baba Loves Garlic Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.    Nathan is a queer comedian and writer from Atlanta who now lives in Brooklyn. He's known for his gay infused characters online and amassed followers from his viral “Guy Fucks His Bully's Dad” piece as a part of UCB's Characters Welcome. As someone who went off online with very specific gay humor, Nathan wants to sit down with other queers to discuss their funny moments that took off. Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

Secure The Gag welcomes to the pod this week comedian, writer, artist, and baker - the lovely Christian Tucci (The Onion, McSweeney's, UCB, Netlix's Baking Impossible)!!!   Christian and Nathan discuss Christian's sketches, illustrations, and tweets that have taken over the internet. They break down how Christian comes up with ideas for his doodles that have been gifted to Jane Lynch, gone viral, and garnered attention from gay White Lotus stars. Christian also discusses life in LA, baking impossible cakes, and finding rhetorical devices in Taylor Swift lyrics. Draw me like one of your twinks, Christian!!!    Christian's Work That's Discussed Christian's Instagram Piano/Biano Jane Lunch White Lotus Rehtorical Devices In Taylor Swift Lyrics Ally Rally Sketch Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.    Nathan is a queer comedian and writer from Atlanta who now lives in Brooklyn. He's known for his gay infused characters online and amassed followers from his viral “Guy Fucks His Bully's Dad” piece as a part of UCB's Characters Welcome. As someone who went off online with very specific gay humor, Nathan wants to sit down with other queers to discuss their funny moments that took off. Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

Secure The Gag is delighted to have on the pod this week comedian, writer, producer, and actor - if Pauly D had a BFA - the incredibly funny Dave Mizzoni (Gayme Show, Just For Laughs, The Other Two, Making It)!!    Dave and Nathan dish about Christina Aguilera, NYFW, and the VMAs. Dave also shares about the production and creation of Gayme Show, his set at Just For Laughs this year, and his shows around NYC including Juicy at The Q. Dave also reminices about his solo show and thoughts and tactics for tantizlizing audiences from the get with promotion for shows. WE LOVE DAVE.    Dave's Work That's Discussed Gayme Show Gayme Show Instagram Just For Laughs New Faces of Comedy Set Juicy at The Q Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.    Nathan is a queer comedian and writer from Atlanta who now lives in Brooklyn. He's known for his gay infused characters online and amassed followers from his viral “Guy Fucks His Bully's Dad” piece as a part of UCB's Characters Welcome. As someone who went off online with very specific gay humor, Nathan wants to sit down with other queers to discuss their funny moments that took off. Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

It's a beautiful week because Secure The Gag welcomes to the pod comedian, writer, TikTok icon, Vincent Ward!    Vincent and Nathan cry in this episode for 45 minutes straight, but both are beautiful criers. They also countdown and breakdown Vincent's top viral stunty TikTok videos all with over one million views, baby! Vicent also shares about the evolution of his creative process, inspirations, and of course plans for taking over Hollywood. Listen to our favorite boy with a dangly crystal earring as he takes over the world!    Vincent's Work That's Discussed Being a gleek is burden  Incense  Lorde Kamala after using Mike Pence's old bathroom  One Direction My impression of the CDC right now Very emotional video  Making a doctors appointment as an adult Vaccines as Housewives Intros Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.    Nathan is a queer comedian and writer from Atlanta who now lives in Brooklyn. He's known for his gay infused characters online and amassed followers from his viral “Guy Fucks His Bully's Dad” piece as a part of UCB's Characters Welcome. As someone who went off online with very specific gay humor, Nathan wants to sit down with other queers to discuss their funny moments that took off. Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

Secure The Gag is overjoyed to have on the pod this week comedian, writer, and actor Taietsarón:sere aka Tai Leclaire (Rutherford Falls, UCB)!!    Tai and Nathan chat it up about Tai's journey to writing and acting on Rutherford Falls (stream on Peacock!), crafting comedy as queer BIPOC individuals, and the Chromatica remix album (buy Chromatica on iTunes). They also get into Tai's journey writing and performing stand-up and characters, leaving his full-time job to pursue comedy, and sharing advice about pursuing comedy via Donald Glover's interaction with Tina Fey. Also, Tai is getting married in October. Celebrate that!    Tai's Work That's Discussed Thanks But No Thanksgiving  A Native American Shaman Rutherford Falls Tai's Instagram Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.    Nathan is a queer comedian and writer from Atlanta who now lives in Brooklyn. He's known for his gay infused characters online and amassed followers from his viral “Guy Fucks His Bully's Dad” piece as a part of UCB's Characters Welcome. As someone who went off online with very specific gay humor, Nathan wants to sit down with other queers to discuss their funny moments that took off. Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

Welcome to Secure The Gag this week the beautiful, bold, and bodacious viral TikTok funny girl, Naomi Hearts!    Is your fupanza burning? It will be as soon as you hit play on this episode! Naomi and Nathan discuss their star-crossed TikTok twinship, Naomi's comedic video how to's, and her perfect husband who she carrals into being her viral sidekick. We also chat about Naomi's inspirations and being a source of self acceptance and positivity as well as the moment she found out TikTok duetted with her. Listen, girlies!   Naomi's Work That's Discussed Sneezing Kid on iCarly He's Sick! - Viral Video A Random Guy Flirting With Me The Kardashians Every Episode Lizzo Duet Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.    Nathan is a queer comedian and writer from Atlanta who now lives in Brooklyn. He's known for his gay infused characters online and amassed followers from his viral “Guy Fucks His Bully's Dad” piece as a part of UCB's Characters Welcome. As someone who went off online with very specific gay humor, Nathan wants to sit down with other queers to discuss their funny moments that took off. Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

Secure The Gag is blessed by our Le$bean Gods this week to welcome to the pod the hilarous, hot, and iconic TikTok star, Hina Sabatine aka k8sabz!    Hina and Nathan break down creating viral TikTok content, polyglot culture, and of course Hina's hilarious rise to fame as le$bean TikTok royalty. They also get into Hina's creative process, content inspirations, and their plan for a future in queer sketch comedy. We are honored to welcome everyone's favorite, DONKEY KONG!!!    Hina's Work That's Discussed Le$beans on a first date POV: Le$beans on a second date POV: You're a therapist and your lesbian client got dumped POV your first time dating a lesbian  Zodiac Hotline  Lesbian parent on the first day of school Lesbian parent picking kid up from school Lesbian parent chaperoning a field trip Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.    Nathan is a queer comedian and writer from Atlanta who now lives in Brooklyn. He's known for his gay infused characters online and amassed followers from his viral “Guy Fucks His Bully's Dad” piece as a part of UCB's Characters Welcome. As someone who went off online with very specific gay humor, Nathan wants to sit down with other queers to discuss their funny moments that took off. Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

Mark today as a national holiday because Secure The Gag's guest this episode is the hilarious and beautiful, Dylan Adler (New York Comedy Festival, UCB, New York Times, Good Morning New York)    Dylan and Nathan chat about being hot and hapa for almost an hour! They also discuss Dylan's incredibly musical comedy stylings, iconic Twitter presence, and his podcast, Cue Music! The gays also discuss the backstory on Dylan's viral videos and songs! Shout out to Dylan's twin and mom who we will book for the pod ASAP Rocky!    Dylan's Work That's Discussed Coronavirus Song My Mom is Impersonating Me Folding The Laundry My Hawaiin host mother giving me a tour around the island My Vocal Coach is Also My Therapist The Emporers Gay Advisor in Mulan Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.    Nathan is a queer comedian and writer from Atlanta who now lives in Brooklyn. He's known for his gay infused characters online and amassed followers from his viral “Guy Fucks His Bully's Dad” piece as a part of UCB's Characters Welcome. As someone who went off online with very specific gay humor, Nathan wants to sit down with other queers to discuss their funny moments that took off. Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

Secure The Gag is honored to have on the pod the comedian at the forefront of the unwell lunacy genre of comedy, Robby Hoffman (The Chris Gethard Show, Workin' Moms, Baroness Von Sketch Show, Odd Squad, Just For Laughs, Comedy Central)!!!!!   Robby and Nathan get into it! They discuss socks, foodies, The Olypics, skateboarding, and the epidemic that is zero personality disorder. The two also chat about Robby's JFL special, “I'm Nervous,” writing for children's television, and working with Queer Eye's Antoni Porowski. A lot of hot takes are shared. The episode of hot takes! Tune in!    Robby's Work That's Discussed Robby Hoffman: I'm Nervous Deadline: Robby Hoffman “Rivkah” Keith Raniere Halloween CostumeChris Gethard Show: Robby and Antoni  Robby Hoffman Consulting Group Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.    Nathan is a queer comedian and writer from Atlanta who now lives in Brooklyn. He's known for his gay infused characters online and amassed followers from his viral “Guy Fucks His Bully's Dad” piece as a part of UCB's Characters Welcome. As someone who went off online with very specific gay humor, Nathan wants to sit down with other queers to discuss their funny moments that took off. Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Ryan Andrews @rtayrews Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

Secure The Gag is thrilled to have on the pod this week a member of the Secure The Gag family - writer, comedian, and satirist, the brilliant Reid Pope (Awf Mag, Vulture, PAPER Magazine, New York Film Fesitval)!!   Reid and Nathan chat about Reid's Thirst Trap project, club comedy career, and work at Awf Mag as a staff writer pushing out hot, hot articles. Reid also shares their joke writing and playwriting process as well as what goes into writing a weekly newsletter. They also discuss the shows Reid is producing in New York with fellow comedian Zach Schiffman. Ultimately, this episode is a gossip session where the two discuss who they hate!   Reid's Work That's Discussed Reid's Twitter REID Newsletter Adam Driver Thirst Trap Awf Mag Reid's Website Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.    Nathan is a queer comedian and writer from Atlanta who now lives in Brooklyn. He's known for his gay infused characters online and amassed followers from his viral “Guy Fucks His Bully's Dad” piece as a part of UCB's Characters Welcome. As someone who went off online with very specific gay humor, Nathan wants to sit down with other queers to discuss their funny moments that took off. Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Reid Pope @rpopegram Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

Secure The Gag is honored to have on the pod this week the incredibly creative, funny, Italian singer - the inspiration for the show Love, Victor - Victor Carlesi!!    Victor and Nathan discuss it all - Gabbie Hanna, Trisha Paytas, Ariana Grande. They also get into Victor's viral TikTok videos including his musical impressions of Nick Jonas, Adam Levine, and Zayn that took the Tok by storm. Victor also shares about his work as a beloved baker and his “Oreo” charcuterie styings. They also touch on Victor's relationship with Ariana Grande and the Instagram LIVES he stars in with Megan Stalter. Get into it.    Victor's Work That's Discussed Italian Kid From HSM POV You're Adam Levine's Mic Nick Jonas Zayn - Drag You Down Yoshi  Welcome To Sea World IBS Couch Charcrutrereie Board   Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.    Nathan is a queer comedian and writer from Atlanta who now lives in Brooklyn. He's known for his gay infused characters online and amassed followers from his viral “Guy Fucks His Bully's Dad” piece as a part of UCB's Characters Welcome. As someone who went off online with very specific gay humor, Nathan wants to sit down with other queers to discuss their funny moments that took off. Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Reid Pope @rpopegram Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

When a fully vaccinated top on Grindr meets a cult leader and RuPaul's Drag Race's worst queen, you have this week's Secure The Gag guest, Michael Hartney (Squirrel Comedy Theater, School of Rock The Musical, Just For Laughs, The Politician, The Break With Michelle Wolf, 30 Rock)!!!   Michael and Nathan discuss launching and developing The Squirrel Comedy Theater, crafting and ideating characters, and Michael's love of sketch comedy and superman. They also chat about the backstories of some of Michael's most lauded characters and get into being a part of the original broadway cast of School of Rock The Musical. Yes, they discuss Andrew Lloyd Webber who Michael continues to have a close relationship with (nightly FaceTimes, etc.). Tune in, baby!    Michael's Work That's Discussed No Drama A Newly Vaccinated Top Back on Grindr   RuPaul's Drag Race's Worst Queen Ever A Cult Leader Insists This Isn't A Cult Squirrel Comedy Theater Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.    Nathan is a queer comedian and writer from Atlanta who now lives in Brooklyn. He's known for his gay infused characters online and amassed followers from his viral “Guy Fucks His Bully's Dad” piece as a part of UCB's Characters Welcome. As someone who went off online with very specific gay humor, Nathan wants to sit down with other queers to discuss their funny moments that took off. Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Reid Pope @rpopegram Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag

Secure The Gag welcomes the pod the brilliant and beautiful, Vinny Thomas (NPR, Wait Wait Don't Tell Me, Second City)!!!    Vinny and Nathan discuss Vinny's work on NPR's Wait Wait Don't Tell Me, the Chicago comedy scene, and Vinny's connection to all of the beautiful animals on god's green earth. They also get into Vinny's iconic comedic viral videos including his “Pigeon At Pride” video that broke and healed the queer community. Vinny also shares about the creation of his Fly videos, Galactic Federaction videos, and appearance on the WGN Morning News. Get into it!    Vinny's Work That's Discussed The Galactic Federation interviews Earth for membership The Galactic Federation Pt. 2.  “So Long Broke People of Earth”  Pigeon At Pride  POV: the fly in your apartment The Fly on Pence's head Karen speaks with an officer Audition for Cleopatra  Secure The Gag is a queer comedy podcast hosted by comedian and writer, Nathan Pearson. Tune in every Monday as Nathan interviews funny queers about their infamous online videos, bits, and success.    Nathan is a queer comedian and writer from Atlanta who now lives in Brooklyn. He's known for his gay infused characters online and amassed followers from his viral “Guy Fucks His Bully's Dad” piece as a part of UCB's Characters Welcome. As someone who went off online with very specific gay humor, Nathan wants to sit down with other queers to discuss their funny moments that took off. Secure The Gag is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network hosted by WUSSY Mag @wussymag Hosted by Nathan Pearson @nathankpearson Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto Edited by Reid Pope @rpopegram Podcast Art created by Beardy Glasses @beardy.glasses Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix  Follow @SecureTheGag