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Ruse Radio
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Ruse's personal podcast filled with semi-professional ponderance
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KAORI SEMAJ - Be Every Version of You
3d ago01:46:22Tap to summarizeKaori Semaj is a fashion designer based in Chicago, Illinois! 💯 He is the founder of the Haus of ChrJorInc. and Gautii Chicago 🔥 During his work as a photographer & graphic artist, Kaori took an interest in fashion design. After winning the first annual Avant Garde competition in 2016 at Chicago's Fashion week, he released his first read-to-wear collection the following year and it's been history ever since 🙌 In this episode, we discuss why listening is a superpower, unlearning your creative trauma, how spirituality helps one to reach "infinity", why fiction is often closer to reality than its' counterpart, how a great conversation can elevate consciousness, and much more! 🔥
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MARLON HUE - One Man Can Change the World
3d ago01:19:04Tap to summarizeMarlon Hue is a stand-up comedian & producer based in Chicago! 💯 His production, 'Variants', is an interactive comedy experience with a new theme for every show. The variety between us is empowering. Embrace it. 💪 CATCH the NEXT EDITION of Variants on MAY 30TH @ Revel Supper Club at 8PM 🎉 In this episode, we discuss the downside of emotional intelligence, how trauma can accelerate artistic growth, the difference between hating and constructive criticism, how gatekeeping and politicking holds back the Chicago comedy scene, the importance of knowing your value when reaching out to venues/producers, and much more! 🔥
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JOHNNY MOCNY - An Excuse to Hang Out
3d ago02:25:37Tap to summarizeJohnny Mocny is a stand up comedian, podcaster, & producer based in Chicago, Illinois! 💯 he is one of the hosts of Rocket Force Podcast, one of the greatest pods in the game 🙏 he also hosts a film-based podcast titled 'We Are Movies', where he discusses films in-depth with his fellow comedians 🎬 available on all streaming services! 🚀 His production, Rocket Force Comedy, takes place at Laugh Factory Chicago on the last Friday of every month at 11 PM! 🚀 In this episode, we discuss the pressure to monetize your hobbies, why superhero movies are kids movies for adults, Joe Rogan's influence on Austin's comedy scene, what makes Taxi Driver the proto-incel film, why fame is more niche than ever and much more! 🔥
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MATTHEW DOYLE PEREZ - Breaking Down Taboos
1w ago04:17:00Tap to summarizeMatthew Doyle Perez is a comedian & producer based in Chicago, Illinois! 💯 You can catch him hosting the 'Standup at the Store' Open Mic EVERY Saturday @ 4PM at 2002 N Halsted (The Store) 💪 In this episode, we discuss Bill Burr's infamous Philadelphia rant, Ruse's least favorite podcast guests, why fear is the best motivation for growth, our favorite Russian cinema, the difference between depression and sadness, where Kanye was right, and much more! 🔥
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CHRISTIAN ROYCE - Walk Around Famous
1w ago02:15:00Tap to summarizeChristian Royce is a comedian & producer based in Chicago, Illinois! 💯 Catch his show 'The F U Comedy Showcase' every 2nd Friday @ the Lincoln Lodge at 9:30! 🎭 In this episode, we discuss why comedians have cancellation anxiety, how having ADHD can help in the creative world, Chappell Roan's unusual treatment of her fans, what it means to be 'walk around famous', growing up to see your parents in a different light, and much more! 🔥
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DIMITRI VENICE - Protect Your Peace
2w ago03:41:56Tap to summarizeDimitri Venice is a comedian & producer based in Chicago, Illinois! 💯 Catch him hosting Cellar Dwellars Open Mic every Tuesday at 8:30 PM (downstairs at Lottie's Pub) 🔥 In this episode, we discuss the difference between emotional intelligence and IQ, the extreme importance of finding a trustworthy social circle, our favorite YouTuber apologies, how franchise fatigue is destroying Hollywood, why the world feels smaller the more you expand outwards, and much more! 🔥
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ASHLAND THOMAS - The Couch of Doom
2w ago02:32:24Tap to summarizeAshland Thomas is a filmmaker based in Chicago, IL! 💯His upcoming film, 'SYN' is currently in production & is coming soon to a screen near you! 🎬 You can find his production company, 'Good Candy Films', on all your favorite social media platforms 🍬 In this episode, we discuss the making of SYN, where the Scream franchise went wrong, the forgotten novelty of uncanny animation (Polar Express, Beowulf), why the upcoming Harry Potter HBO reboot doesn't look promising, the trick to playing a villain role effectively, how we're in a better time than ever to watch classic films, and much more! 🔥
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MEHDI AMANI - Predictive Programming
3w ago01:36:30Tap to summarizeMehdi Amani is a stand-up comedian based in Chicago, Illinois! 💯 In this episode, we discuss how it feels to get boomered, why our ideologies shift based on algorithms, the satanic Olympic ceremonies, why great teachers can read people so well, what makes Pastafarianism the most compelling religion, how not to get scammed while in Egypt, and much more! 🔥
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PAUL MILLER - The Air Fryer Philosophy
3w ago02:53:38Tap to summarizePaul Miller is a stand-up comedian & producer based in Chicago, Illinois! His new special, 'Lunch Break' is OUT NOW on YouTube! 💯 Give it a watch at work while you're eating a sandwich or something 😉 You can also catch him WEEKLY at Beer Belly Open Mic, happening every Thursday at 10PM @ 2Bears Tavern Uptown 🍺 In this episode, we discuss parasocial relationships between comedians and their fans, why everyone needs an air fryer, how Vine changed content creation forever, what makes podcasts so therapeutic, why alcohol consumption is less popular than ever amongst younger generations, and much more! 🔥
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TONY CASTRO - Moving a Crowd
3w ago02:56:03Tap to summarizeTony Castro is a stand-up comedian based in Chicago, Illinois! 💯 In this episode, we discuss what made MF DOOM so legendary, the forgotten era of ringtone music, the difference between graffiti and street art, when influencers try stand-up comedy, how drawing can destroy the language barrier during travel, and much more! 🔥
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