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On The Gate Podcast
Hosted by Geo Perez and Derek Drescher · EN
On The Gate! A podcast hosted by two reformed jailbirds/drug addicts and active comedians Geo Perez and Derek Drescher, join them as they talk each week about their times in jail, on drugs, what they learned, what you should know, and how they are improving their life each day or slipping into recidivism/relapse.On The Gate Podcast @onthegatepodcast Derek Drescher @derekdrescher Geo Perez @geoperez86
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Honey Bun Pass w Daniel J Perafan Meno Fernandez James Pontillo | 211 | On The Gate
1w ago00:58:15Tap to summarizeDaniel J. Perafan, Meno Fernandez, and James Pontillo join Geo Perez and Derek Drescher on "On The Gate" for a deep dive into historical trade routes, the roast comedy scene, and the raw psychology of the legal system.In This Episode:Global History & Economics: Daniel J. Perafan breaks down the history of colonization in Colombia, the expansion of historical empires, and the brutal economic realities of underground markets.The NYC Roast Scene: The crew is joined by James Pontillo to discuss the behind-the-scenes stress of writing for a comedy roast and navigating local independent venues.New York Politics & Legends: A look back at NYC mayors over the decades and the cultural impact of Curtis Sliwa’s Street Smart series.True Crime Breakdown: The guys analyze the latest updates and trial footage from the Julio Foolio case, discuss the reality of high-stakes court charges, and share what it honestly feels like to sit in a courtroom awaiting a sentencing verdict.Gaming Culture: Geo admits his current obsession with MLB The Show.ON THE GATE! ENJOY!Original air date: 5/18/26Join the live chat Wednesday nights at 11pm EST. Uncensored versions of the show streamed Monday and Thursday at 2pm EST on GaSDigital.com. Signup with code OTG for the archive of the show and others like Legion of Skanks, In Godfrey We Trust, and Story Warz. FOLLOWGeo PerezInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/geoperez86/Derek DrescherInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/derekdrescher/00:20 - Intro Beats & Audio Check01:00 - Geo’s MLB The Show Obsession02:50 - The History of Global Colonization & Trade09:20 - The Logistics and Economics of Underground Markets12:20 - Why Geo Doesn't Trust the Stock Market15:10 - Industry Writers & Behind-the-Scenes Comedy Secrets16:40 - Navigating Envy in the Modern Comedy Landscape22:05 - The Mental Hustle: Performing After a Tragedy23:50 - The Art of Writing for a Roast27:45 - Navigating Local Indie Comedy Rooms30:30 - Curtis Sliwa’s Street Smart Series & NYC History31:15 - Rating New York Mayors Over the Years34:30 - Pop Culture: The Chappelle’s Show Legacy in Real Life39:45 - Analyzing the New Julio Foolio Trial Footage43:15 - The Reality of High-Stakes Legal Sentences & Charges47:20 - True Crime: Historic Jailbreaks & Security Flaws50:30 - The Psychology of Hearing a Courtroom Sentence52:00 - DMV Realities & State Bureaucracy57:00 - Upcoming Dates & Guest PlugsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Googling Meat w Wolfgang Hunter | 210 | On The Gate
2w ago01:01:36Tap to summarizeWolfgang Hunter joins Geo and Derek on "On The Gate" to break down why the current comedy landscape is failing and why he’s returning to the stage to fix it.In This Episode:The Comedy Standard: Wolfgang critiques the current state of stand-up and why so much modern content feels like "slop."Musical Comedy Legends: A deep dive into the careers of Adam Sandler and Weird Al, plus a tribute to the late Trevor Moore of The Whitest Kids U' Know.The NYC Hustle: From working in a bathhouse to the difference between service industry grind and the "soul-crushing" office life at places like JP Morgan.Current Events: The crew discusses the latest headlines regarding Rikers Island, the Pras Michel case, and the cultural impact of Alex Jones.Tech & Gaming: We look ahead to the release of GTA 6 and discuss the Mandela Effect and how AI (and Mr. Wonderful) is changing the game.ON THE GATE! ENJOY!Original air date: 5/11/26Join the live chat Wednesday nights at 11pm EST. Uncensored versions of the show streamed Monday and Thursday at 2pm EST on GaSDigital.com. Signup with code OTG for the archive of the show and others like Legion of Skanks, In Godfrey We Trust, and Story Warz. FOLLOWGeo PerezInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/geoperez86/Derek DrescherInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/derekdrescher/Timestamps:00:30 - The current state of the Podcast02:00 - Why Wolfgang is returning to Stand-Up05:15 - Musical Comedy: Adam Sandler vs. Weird Al06:35 - Remembering Trevor Moore (WKUK)07:50 - What actually defines "Alt" Comedy?12:15 - The history of fake stage names14:10 - Kevin Hart’s "Funny AF" & diverse comedy rooms18:10 - Gym stories and relationship dynamics22:30 - Big Jay Oakerson & the NYC Comedy Scene28:20 - Service Jobs vs. Corporate Office Life31:15 - Real-life work site accidents and consequences36:30 - The JP Morgan case & financial headlines37:30 - Breaking News: Rikers Island updates39:00 - The Pras Michel legal case40:25 - The legacy and impact of Alex Jones43:30 - Discussing current events and news cycles46:45 - GTA 6: Expectations vs. Reality49:00 - The Mandela Effect: Why our memories lie50:20 - When Derek learned legal terminology in court53:00 - Niche subcultures and extreme social trends57:40 - Upcoming Dates & Plugs59:00 - Mr. Wonderful and the AI RevolutionSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →We're Going on Maury w Brandon Barrera Lawrence Reese | 209 | On The Gate
3w ago01:08:07Tap to summarizeBrandon Barrera and infamous Lawrence Reese to break down the comedy industry, gaming history, and one of the wildest Maury Povich backstories we’ve ever heard.In This Episode:Comedy Icons: The guys discuss Mark Normand's "Human Trials" YouTube series and the reality of working in the current comedy scene.Gaming History: A deep dive into the Grand Theft Auto franchise—how accurate was the world-building, and why does it still hold up?Cinema Review: From Tyler Perry to "Hood Movie" trivia, the crew breaks down the best and worst of the genre.Wild Stories: Lawrence shares stories from the Jersey prison system, while Brandon reveals a family secret involving the Maury Povich show.The Experiment: We actually call a 90s-style phone love line live in the studio to see if they still exist.Athletics: An update on the comic softball and hockey leagues. ON THE GATE! ENJOY!Original air date: 5/3/26Join the live chat Wednesday nights at 11pm EST. Uncensored versions of the show streamed Monday and Thursday at 2pm EST on GaSDigital.com. Signup with code OTG for the archive of the show and others like Legion of Skanks, In Godfrey We Trust, and Story Warz. FOLLOWGeo PerezInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/geoperez86/Derek DrescherInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/derekdrescher/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Eric Adams Scavenger Hunt w Myles Toe Priya Blunts James Pontillo | 208 | On The Gate
4w ago01:08:25Tap to summarizeIn this episode of On The Gate, the crew sits down with Myles, Priya, and Pontillo for a wild ride through NYC politics, interrogation room breakdowns, and the time Myles fumbled a meeting with President Obama.The guys dive into the Julio Foolio interrogation footage, discuss Eric Adams’ alleged hidden stash locations, and break down why everyone in the city might actually be an undercover cop. Plus, Pontillo shares the story of how he accidentally ended a comedy career, Myles recounts a mushroom trip in a sewer train, and the group debates the rivalry between Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic. We also discuss the "Funny AF" Kevin Hart comedy competition on Netflix.ON THE GATE! ENJOY!Original air date: 4/27/26Join the live chat Wednesday nights at 11pm EST. Uncensored versions of the show streamed Monday and Thursday at 2pm EST on GaSDigital.com. Signup with code OTG for the archive of the show and others like Legion of Skanks, In Godfrey We Trust, and Story Warz. FOLLOWGeo PerezInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/geoperez86/Derek DrescherInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/derekdrescher/On The Gate! A podcast hosted by two jailbird/recovering drug addicts and active comedians Geo Perez and Derek Drescher, who talk each week about their times in jail, what they learned, what you should know, and how they are improving their life or slipping into recidivism each day!00:00 - Mamdani weather updates02:10 - Julio Foolio interrogation room breakdown04:55 - How police officers use food as a bribe07:10 - Cops getting locked in their own cars09:20 - Sneako and the Manosphere documentary13:10 - Fumbling the meeting with President Obama15:30 - Eric Adams’ NYC17:45 - Eric Adams’ hidden stash locations video24:35 - Tampons in Yankee Stadium?25:50 - Explaining "Studs"27:10 - fried chicken spots34:00 - Getting lost in Baltimores sewer system37:00 - Playing with dynamite43:00 - Dominican culture, Tainos, and Hispaniola46:50 - Puerto Rico vs. Dominican Republic49:30 - Quoting True Romance50:30 - Kevin Hart’s "Funny AF" & Keegan-Michael Key1:01:30 - Mets vs. Yankees talk1:03:00 - Negro League players in MLB The Show1:05:00 - Plugs and wrap upSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Mike Tyson’s Evolution & OG Gangster Rappers That Weren't So Hard | 207 | On The Gate
Apr 2301:16:32Tap to summarizeOn The Gate is back! This week, favorites Dave Temple and Jess Levin help dive into the careers of legends like Mike Tyson and Jay Z, while uncovering the wild truth behind our favorite childhood shows.In This Episode:Iconic Careers: Analyzing Mike Tyson’s journey post-competition and the lasting legacy of his influence on the culture.Industry Realities: What it’s really like working in high-stakes environments and navigating the modern music landscape.90s Nostalgia: From Ren & Stimpy to Batteries Not Included, we look back at why the media we grew up with was so unique (and a little disturbing).Music History: A deep dive into the legendary Jay Z vs. Nas era and the evolution of the NYC rap scene featuring Jadakiss and JustBlaze stories.Historical Deep Dive: Derek shares insights on the Negro Leagues and the importance of preserving sports history.Modern Living: The guys talk about everything from the ethics of "scam culture" to the reality of gentrifying neighborhoods and the struggle of bad frozen food.ON THE GATE! ENJOY!Original air date: 4/20/26Join the live chat Wednesday nights at 11pm EST. Uncensored versions of the show streamed Monday and Thursday at 2pm EST on GaSDigital.com. Signup with code OTG for the archive of the show and others like Legion of Skanks, In Godfrey We Trust, and Story Warz. FOLLOWGeo PerezInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/geoperez86/Derek DrescherInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/derekdrescher/On The Gate! A podcast hosted by two jailbird/recovering drug addicts and active comedians Geo Perez and Derek Drescher, who talk each week about their times in jail, what they learned, what you should know, and how they are improving their life or slipping into recidivism each day!#Comedy #NYC #MikeTyson #HipHop #90sNostalgia #JayZ #MariahCarey #OnTheGate #PodcastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Gucci Mane Pooh Shiesty Case & Sign Language w Myles Toe Derick Gonzalez | 206 | On The Gate
Apr 1500:57:38Tap to summarizeMyles Toe and Derick Gonzalez join Derek and Geo for one of the most vulnerable episodes of On The Gate yet. We kick things off with a breakdown of the Gucci Mane and Pooh Shiesty case before spiraling into a series of wild hypotheticals involving kidnapping celebrities, the "black market" value of humans, and surviving the end of the world.Myles shares a legendary story about a homeless survival tactic, while Derick clears up some misconceptions about his heritage and demonstrates his sign language skills. We also dive into the Black Sox scandal, why Derek is upset with the state of the podcast.ON THE GATE! ENJOY!Original air date: 4/13/26Join the live chat Wednesday nights at 11pm EST. Uncensored versions of the show streamed Monday and Thursday at 2pm EST on GaSDigital.com. Signup with code OTG for the archive of the show and others like Legion of Skanks, In Godfrey We Trust, and Story Warz. FOLLOWGeo PerezInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/geoperez86/Derek DrescherInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/derekdrescher/On The Gate! A podcast hosted by two jailbird/recovering drug addicts and active comedians Geo Perez and Derek Drescher, who talk each week about their times in jail, what they learned, what you should know, and how they are improving their life or slipping into recidivism each day!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Skinny Jeans Bending Knees w Derek Humphrey Meka Mo | 205 | On The Gate
Apr 901:02:07Tap to summarizeComedians Derek Humphrey and Meka Mo join the show for a deep dive into New York City history, personal heritage, and the chaos of modern culture. From Derek’s stories about growing up in Brooklyn and moving back to his old neighborhood to Meka’s hilarious "hair reveal" and perspective on systemic issues, this episode covers it all.We discuss everything from the corruption of the 70s-era NYPD and the documentary "The 75," to the evolution of Bushwick, gentrification, and why everyone is on OnlyFans today. Plus, we get into the Afroman legal case, a heated debate on whether Queens is actually better than Brooklyn, and much more. ON THE GATE! ENJOY!Original air date: 4/6/26Join the live chat Wednesday nights at 11pm EST. Uncensored versions of the show streamed Monday and Thursday at 2pm EST on GaSDigital.com. Signup with code OTG for the archive of the show and others like Legion of Skanks, In Godfrey We Trust, and Story Warz. FOLLOWGeo PerezInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/geoperez86/Derek DrescherInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/derekdrescher/On The Gate! A podcast hosted by two jailbird/recovering drug addicts and active comedians Geo Perez and Derek Drescher, who talk each week about their times in jail, what they learned, what you should know, and how they are improving their life or slipping into recidivism each day!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Romance and Missing Teeth In a Dominican Wonderland | Ep 204 | On The Gate
Mar 2600:55:51Tap to summarizeDerek & Geo break down their recent trip to the Dominican Republic, full of romance and annoyance. We dive into the chaos of "taking over" a resort pool, dealing with grumpy tourists, and the reality of being a "natural edgelord" in a tropical paradise.The guys also discuss the challenges of staying disciplined while traveling, Geo’s run-in with an old flame, and their thoughts on recent NYC headlines. Plus, things get ambitious as Geo and Derek discuss their plans to "help out" the Legion of Skanks by potentially filling a certain seat.ON THE GATE! ENJOY!Original air date: 3.23.26Join the live chat Wednesday nights at 11pm EST. Uncensored versions of the show streamed Monday and Thursday at 2pm EST on GaSDigital.com. Signup with code OTG for the archive of the show and others like Legion of Skanks, In Godfrey We Trust, and Story Warz. FOLLOWGeo PerezInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/geoperez86/Derek DrescherInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/derekdrescher/00:20 – The dental emergency: Geo almost lost a tooth01:05 – Derek is officially family now02:05 – The grind: Overworking and the "Younger Generation"03:30 – Post-vacation blues: Acclimating back to NYC04:50 – Analyzing recent headlines and group tensions07:00 – Unusual pillow talk: Iranian history11:00 – Vacation aesthetics: The DR tan and the cheap life16:00 – Island social life: Geo’s "admiration" for the locals19:50 – Resort struggles: The plumbing and the food23:10 – Taking over the pool area (and making people mad)25:30 – Derek’s test of discipline and staying on track28:10 – Fitness check: How Geo and Derek carry their weight37:00 – Current events: The NYC Street Incident41:00 – The drinking culture vs. becoming better citizens46:00 – Career goals: Stopping the delivery apps48:45 – The Pitch: Replacing Dave Smith on LOS?53:45 – Plugs & Upcoming ShowsOn The Gate! A podcast hosted by two jailbird/recovering drug addicts and active comedians Geo Perez and Derek Drescher, who talk each week about their times in jail, what they learned, what you should know, and how they are improving their life or slipping into recidivism each day!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →"Secret" Files and Ex-Best Friends w Meno Fernandez Chris Faga | 203 | On The Gate
Mar 1901:12:02Tap to summarizeMeno join the pod for a wild look into their personal histories and some of the strangest theories on the internet. We’re covering everything from Meno’s journey through the "Pink Cloud" of wellness to his unique living situation with an older roommate.The guys dive into some Historical Theories, discuss the reality of life behind bars, and get into some hilarious (and slightly TMI) stories about health and wellness. Plus, Chris Faga stops by to discuss his "urgent" lifestyle and why Harrington is currently losing his mind and much more. ON THE GATE! ENJOY!Original air date: 3.16.26Join the live chat Wednesday nights at 11pm EST. Uncensored versions of the show streamed Monday and Thursday at 2pm EST on GaSDigital.com. Signup with code OTG for the archive of the show and others like Legion of Skanks, In Godfrey We Trust, and Story Warz. FOLLOWGeo PerezInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/geoperez86/Derek DrescherInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/derekdrescher/On The Gate! A podcast hosted by two jailbird/recovering drug addicts and active comedians Geo Perez and Derek Drescher, who talk each week about their times in jail, what they learned, what you should know, and how they are improving their life or slipping into recidivism each day!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Prison Bidets w Myles Toe James Pontillo | Ep. 202 | On The Gate
Mar 1200:56:51Tap to summarizeMyles and James are here again to recap the Dominican wedding getaway, Myles France vacation, Pontillos upcoming Brazil comedy trip, black cinema, the legality of snowballs, the dangers of Upstate New York and much more. ON THE GATE! ENJOY!Original air date: 3.9.26Join the live chat Wednesday nights at 11pm EST. Uncensored versions of the show streamed Monday and Thursday at 2pm EST on GaSDigital.com. Signup with code OTG for the archive of the show and others like Legion of Skanks, In Godfrey We Trust, and Story Warz. FOLLOWGeo PerezInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/geoperez86/Derek DrescherInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/derekdrescher/On The Gate! A podcast hosted by two jailbird/recovering drug addicts and active comedians Geo Perez and Derek Drescher, who talk each week about their times in jail, what they learned, what you should know, and how they are improving their life or slipping into recidivism each day!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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