Thin The Herd

A quick update for some things coming to the show in the near future. 

This episode I'm joined by podcast & production duo Ani Moush and Irish O'neil, co-owners of 'Too Much Content'. We talk about where we see the future of podcasting going, the surge of NYC's new spike of homeless in the wake of Covid lockdowns, 'call-out' culture in the world of standup, and a whole bunch of other topics (too much to fit into this description). But it's all funny and interesting stuff, so give it a listen. Check out Too Much Content at: www.toomuchcontent.live

Back from a bit of a hiatus this week, with a long form discussion with two of my favorite funny people.  More regular episodes returning soon. 

In this episode, I'm joined by two of my favorite funny people; Anthony Amorello and Jack Burke. We dive into a LOT this episode... everything from the new covid-passports, to the best way to plan a bachelor party, to 'if Tony Stark is a libertarian?' There's a lot of Gems in this one. Also, Jack thinks we need to cancel the internet. Give it a listen, and be sure to follow both of these hilarious dudes on their pages.  Anthony Jack

Vaccine passports seem to be a reality that's right around the corner, unfortunately. I've got some thoughts. Spoiler, this isn't going to end well for us. Also, Gina Carano gets more hatred from the 'woke' left. And Amazon has an interesting new strategy to take on its critics.

Donald Trump's announced he's launching his own social media app in the near future. I give my take (spoiler; it's going to be great for corporate media and awful for the rest of us). Also I give my thoughts on the current situation surrounding Biden's border crisis, the rapidly escalating tensions between the US and China, and a story out of Colorado about the conservative baker who can't stop getting sued by progressives. This time it's over his refusal to bake a celebratory Trans-cake. 

Another solo episode this week. I kick things off with a quick recap & update of where I plan to take the show moving forward. I give my latest thoughts on my preparation into 'Dad-hood', my recent experience with psycho dog owners, a review of the new Netflix document sty The Last Blockbuster, and I bring back an old (and favorite) segment 'breaking down this week's craziest headlines. 

Flying solo this episode; giving a few thoughts on Cuomo's cancel culture comments, the overblown Dr. Seuss outrage, and how to 'unplug from the grid'.

My progressive pal Ricky Dunlop (aka R!CKYRANTS) returns to the podcast this week. We dive into everything surrounding M4A, the capitol 'insurrection' (the coup that wasn't), Elon Musk's plan to create his own city in Texas. 

This episode I'm joined by two of my favorite fellow comedian podcasters, and co-hosts of the Ready, Set Blow Podcast; Randy Valerio and Chase Abel. We dive into everything culture-war this episode, ranging from the new 'genderless' potato head toy to 'is it time to update the role of Black History month for usefulness in 2021. Give it a listen. 

This episode I'm joined by fellow comic and host of The Actual News with Alex Giampapa, Alex Giampapa. Alex and I discuss Gina Carano's recent firing from Disney+, dived into some history of the Catholic Church, and its similarities to today's political elites, and, analyze the recent article from TIME Magazine: The Secret History of the Shadow Campaign That Saved the 2020 Election. 

After a few month hiatus, Let Me Be Clear is back with regular episodes. New eps dropping regularly weekly. Stay tuned for more soon. 

Quick update to wrap up 2020. We'll be back with new, full episodes in 2021.

We're finally at the home stretch of this never-ending election cycle, with the election only days away, I give my analysis of what's coming, and how we should prepare. 

This episode I'm joined by comedian and host of the 'Midlife Isis' podcast, Anjan Biswas. Anjan and I talk about the growing political divide in our country, and break down how it's actually much more between the politically obsessed and the politically apathetic, rather than between the 'left' and the 'right', despite what the media would have you think. Also, we dive into the recent spike in big tech censorship, the future of standup comedy, and what's next for internet activism. 

This episode is another release from what I've started to dub The Stereo Sessions; one of the great chat's I've had on the new social networking platform stereo. I had a conversation with Tucker Hobbie, Co-Lead of the Virginia Chapter of Articles of Unity. We talk about what's next for the unity movement, specifically looking at 2024, how to internet has warped many peoples' perception of what is and isn't free speech, and many other great insights surrounding this upcoming election.

This episode I sit down with Armenian comedians Anthony Amorello and Mark Steven's to talk about the current genocide being committed by Azerbaijan against the Armenian people. We break down a bit of how this conflict started, why many world powers are continuing to ignore it, and what we can do to help raise awareness about this important issue. If you'd like to learn more, and donate to help those in need, head over to https://anca.org/

Apple announces the release of the iPhone 12, and they're charging more money for even less of a product. Are we still going to end up buying it? Sadly, yes, most likely. Also a prison in OK gets in hot water for using the song 'Baby Shark' to torture prisoners, and, liberal twitter has a collective meltdown, after rapper Ice Cube calls out the Democratic leadership for continually ignoring the plight of Black America.

Lot's to dive into this episode; t's been a whirlwind of week with President Trump officially contracting and beating (maybe?) Covid-19. And of course in true Trump fashion, he delivers a bizarre message to the American public about his condition, plenty to direct here. Also, Regal cinemas is officially closing for good, and the US economy continues to circle the drain while we ride out the homestretch of this election madness. 

In this bonus episode I do another, more in-depth, recap of night one of the presidential debates.

Well, the first night of the 2020 presidential debates have concluded, and wow was that a total dumpster fire. Here's a quick recap episode with my initial thoughts. 

A lot to breakdown this week, and of course tensions are high with the passing of the great 'RBG'. I take a look at what that means for the rest of the election cycle, what could be the answer to calming down all the never-ending anger in the country today, and, I take another look at the viability of Unity 2020's ballot access plan. 

This week I take a look at the controversy surrounding the French film 'Cuties' on Netlfix, and the insane online debates the film has sparked. I recap the documentary 'The Social Dilema' and look at its relevance in today's ever growing social media sphere. And I talk about what it would be like if Trump and Biden agreed to a long form debate on the Joe Rogan Experience podcast.  

This week I take a look at the quickly growing political movement, Unity 2020, and how it may be the only option left to save our country. Check out more over at ArticlesOfUnity.org

In this week's bonus episode, I share a great conversation I had with comedian and television writer, Jamee Hawn. Jamee and I are both official 'creators' on the new broadcasting platform Stereo. Jamee shares her story about how she traveled the world at a stilt performer, working at major music festivals like EDC. We get into how leaving her job at Tesla and living in Hong Kong ultimately led to her journey into comedy. And, Jamee shares some insights and advice for listeners who are interested in (re)discovering their own creative passions. 

This week marks the retirement of 'Thin The Herd' and the official rebranding and launch of 'Let Me Be Clear'. This week I discuss the angry mobs in DC that attacked Senator Rand Paul in DC after he spoke at the RNC, and the dangerous trend of anger-mobs across the country. I take a look at Walmart's new service, 'Walmart+' that's aiming to compete with Amazon Prime. Also I share some announcements about the new broadcasting and social media platform 'Stereo' I am putting content on.

This week I give my perspective on the current riots in Wisconsin, I discuss the double standard privileges given to the performers for the years VMA's, and I make some announcements about the future of the show.

Uber and Lyft are officially leaving California, at least temporarily. California's AB5 bill has gone into affect, affectively killing the gig economy and all the benefits that come with it. This episode I take a look at all the issues surrounding this, as well as some more talk about libertarians, third party votes, and mask virtue-signaling. 

This episode I sit down (via Skype) with my pal Ricky Dunlop (host of the progessive YouTube show 'Ricky Rants'). Ricky and I chat about the ever growing wealth gap, and the insane power of the elite Billionaire class. Also we examine the necessity of third party candidates, and, I earn about the recent political coup in Bolivia that was like (almost definitely) backed by Elon Musk. 

This episode I reflect on how the past 4 months without standup has been, and sureprisngly how little I've missed it. I talk about my new 'FaceBook' purge and give some advice on how to better clean up your social media clutter. And, I take a look at some headlines, including how Jeff Bezos this week alone, made $13 Billion in one day.

This week I take a look at one of the latest Jeffery-Epstein-related conspiracy theories involving a hit on a federal judge overseeing a case with Epstein's main bank, Deutsche bank. Also I cover a few interesting headlines of the week, and dive into why we need more 3rd party options now more than ever. 

And... we're back! After a brief hiatus, 'Thin The Herd' is finally back on schedule. This week we take a look at the future of online-only schooling in a post-COVID world, what might be the biggest looming threat to the security of the US, ands Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey rolls funds a UBI pilot program. Make sure to follow 'Alex Gettlin' & 'Skewed Orbit' on Facebook and YouTube to watch TTH Live. 

This week I break down the recent, disturbing allegations against comedian Chris D'elia, I ponder on what might be next for the world of standup comedy; look at a new National Parks bill, and, analyze the newest tragic incident involving someone being shot by the police.

A recap of what's been happening this past week in the US; riots, protests, the LAPD and the new 'government-free' zone in Seattle.

I take a look back at the past week's protests, riots and what might be coming up on the horizon.

Episode 40 of Thin The Herd: this week I talk about the tragedy against George Floyd, Trump's war against Twitter, & the rising danger of deep fake videos.

Taking a look this week at a whole bunch of crazy news coming out including the CDC's new recommendations on how to best protect against COVID, Joe Rogan's new $200 million deal with Spotify, and a study claiming CBD just being be able to treat the affects of COVID19.

Another solo episode this week, and the start of my new bi-weekly version of Thin The Herd; going to be live-streaming every Thursday & Sunday evening. Episodes will be posted immediately after on here and all other platforms.  This week I take a look at what's going on with California Covid, I do a quick review of the new 'Capone' movie and I break down what I think we need to do to better our collective social situation.

Alex Giampapa, standup comic and host of 'The Actual News with Alex Giampapa' joins the podcast this week. We dive into everything Covid, Trump, Biden, Bernie and the future of standup comedy in a post-coved world.

In this episode, Alex interviews his cousin Deborah, who has been living in Singapore for the past few years. Deborah shares some insights on how SING has been handling coronavirus ettiquete, shelter in place standards, and what life has been like in a post-COIVD world.   *New episodes of Thin The Herd drop every Thursday on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube & Facebook.

A quick solo episode this week with another quarantine-life update

Retired police officer turned comedian and professional podcaster, Steve Gould, joins us this week. Steve shares some of his favorite anecdotes from hosting his popular podcast, "Things Police See: First Hand Accounts"  On TPS, Steve interviews a variety of law enforcement officers about their most intense, shocking, humorous and terrifying moments on the job. Meet the variety of personalities that make up the police and get to know them on a personal level.

Another quarantine update / solo episode this week. Jumping into how 'quarantine lifestyle has been so far', thought on Zoom social gatherings, and I take a look at the shows coming out on Quibi.

Erick Hellwig, AKA @DeathLivesTV, joins the podcast this week. Erick recaps his crazy experience being on 'America's Got Talent' and gives his thoughts on the do's and don's of comedy festivals. 

Host Alex Gettlin brings a solo episode reaping his road-trip across the country, from LA to Atlanta mid 'Coronavirus-Pocalypse'. 

The king of canabis content, and host of @TrueBudsTV, Jack Woltering joins the podcast this week. 

LA native and standup comedian Lizzy Weisman joins the podcast this week. Lizzy gives us her take on how much the city of LA has changed in her 35 years as an Angeleno.Lots of tangents and random topics in this heavy conversational pod, but its a lot of fun, so give it a listen!

Standup comedian and host of the popular podcast 'Cult Podcast' Armando Torres joins us this week. In this episode we breakdown 'Everything on Cults'; how they form, how there grow, where do they come from, are we all predetermined to join some kind of cult in our life? Lots of good stuff in this episode. 

Fresh off the release of his brand new special on DryBar Comedy, the hilarious and wild Cam Bertrand joins the podcast this week. Cam tells us what it was like to prepare a special that had to be 'Mormon-Church' level clean, we dive into Cam's recent run through a bunch of college and great club gigs, and Cam tells us about a crazy night of partying that almost derailed the special before it started. 

Comedian and New England native Handren Seavey joins the podcast this week and tells us the crazy true story of how one his childhood acquaintances literally 'got away with murder' in a small town in rural Maine. Also on this episode we dive into Handren's adventures traveling around the US as a touring comedian, including his experience visiting 'Slab City' one of the eeriest and most bizarre places in the US. And, we learn about the one small section of the United States where murder may technically be legal.

The king of comedy-show photography, Andrew Max Levy joins the podcast this week. If you're not familiar with Andrew's work, check out his Instagram @JustOffTheSix to see some of his amazing photos. Andrew gives some great insight in this episode about his journey into photography, how he became THE go-to photographer for the LA comedy scene, and bestows some great advice for anyone else looking to get into the live show photo game.