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StraightioLab
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StraightioLab is an intellectual podcast where smart comedians George Civeris and Sam Taggart unpack the rich, multi-colored tapestry of straight culture. In each episode, George and Sam are joined by a guest to hold a MIRROR to society and finally get to the BOTTOM of mysterious and perverse topics such as college fraternities, gender reveal parties, the military, themed restaurants, and the concept of "the holidays." Scared? Good.
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"Birthdays at Barcades" w/ Hayden Johnson
3d ago00:59:30Summary readyThis week we're joined by the piss queen herself: Hayden Johsnon! We unpack the seedy underbelly of barcades and whether or not being LGBTQ disqualifies you from certain birthday parties. Plus, we try to plan Sam's perfect birthday and balance the comedy world with the magical world of gay guys. And if that's not enough we also get to the bottom of The Miniature Wife, Madonna's Bilt series, and the man-on-the-street takeover of New York City. See Hayden on her Piss Queen tour this summer! SEE SAM ON TOUR: linktree.com/samtaggart SEE GEORGE ON TOUR: linktree.com/georgeciveris WATCH GEORGE'S SPECIAL ON AMAZON, APPLE, AND MORE: https://www.comedydynamics.com/catalog/george-civeris-a-sense-of-urgency/ CALL US at 385-GAY-GUYS to leave questions and comments for our next surprise call-in show and you just might hear your call on your favorite podcast. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON at patreon.com/straightiolab for bonus episodes twice a month and don't forget to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Summary"Salsa Dancing Classes" w/ Bryan Safi
1w ago00:59:33Summary readyThis week we're joined by our new bicoastal friend Bryan Safi whose Off-Broadway solo show ARE YOU MAD AT ME? is opening this week! We explore such topics as: What would it be like if you could just show someone your camera roll? Why do sunsets make dads go absolutely crazy? And are salsa classes just a sick and twisted way for men to TOUCH someone else's WIFE?! If only it were that simple... SEE SAM ON TOUR: linktree.com/samtaggart SEE GEORGE ON TOUR: linktree.com/georgeciveris WATCH GEORGE'S SPECIAL ON AMAZON, APPLE, AND MORE: https://www.comedydynamics.com/catalog/george-civeris-a-sense-of-urgency/ CALL US at 385-GAY-GUYS to leave questions and comments for our next surprise call-in show and you just might hear your call on your favorite podcast. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON at patreon.com/straightiolab for bonus episodes twice a month and don't forget to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Summary"Tennis" w/ Christina Catherine Martinez
2w ago01:20:47Summary readyToday we pull our old intellectual hats out of the closet to talk with art critic turned comedian turned clown Christina Catherine Martinez. We discuss the emotional state of Los Angeles, the systems of school and whether or not they're necessary, and why everyone, no matter their income level, should go to Sizzler. Plus, we discuss the straightness of tennis and what they're trying to say with those little skirts. SEE SAM ON TOUR: linktree.com/samtaggart WATCH GEORGE'S SPECIAL ON AMAZON, APPLE, AND MORE: https://www.comedydynamics.com/catalog/george-civeris-a-sense-of-urgency/ CALL US at 385-GAY-GUYS to leave questions and comments for our next surprise call-in show and you just might hear your call on your favorite podcast. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON at patreon.com/straightiolab for bonus episodes twice a month and don't forget to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SummaryPatreon Preview: Disclosure Day, Olivia Rodrigo, Widow's Bay
3w ago00:04:23Summary readyToday on Patreon: Sam's Provincetown dispatch, Gary Shteyngart and Joyce Carol Oates' thoughts on social media, and an overdue culture catchup about Disclosure Day, the new Olivia Rodrigo album, and Apple TV's Widow's Bay! Plus: Is Steven Spielberg bi? For two extra episodes/month, join us at patreon.com/straightiolab See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Summary"Foo Fighters" w/ Yasi Salek
3w ago01:27:40Summary readyToday we welcome podcasting royalty Yasi Salek to the lab to thank her for her recent contributions to the field of Madonna Studies, and to dish about a variety of provocative and controversial questions, such as: Is Dave Grohl washed? Can women own record players? And are peptides good if they're administered by a gay guy? Listen to Yasi's podcast Bandsplain, and specifically her recent Madonna series wherever you get your podcasts! SEE SAM ON TOUR: linktree.com/samtaggart WATCH GEORGE'S SPECIAL ON AMAZON, APPLE, AND MORE: https://www.comedydynamics.com/catalog/george-civeris-a-sense-of-urgency/ CALL US at 385-GAY-GUYS to leave questions and comments for our next surprise call-in show and you just might hear your call on your favorite podcast. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON at patreon.com/straightiolab for bonus episodes twice a month and don't forget to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Summary“Flopping” w/ Nori Reed (GaytioLab)
Jun 1601:24:48Summary readyIt's Pride month which means it's once again time for us to do an episode of GaytioLab, the podcast where we unpack an element of gay culture. And joining us this year is the one and only Nori Reed to talk about the concept of flopping. Plus, are some people more saga-prone than others? Will the horror bubble ever burst? And can we read each other's minds? Find out in this incredible Pride episode!! SEE SAM ON TOUR: linktree.com/samtaggart WATCH GEORGE'S SPECIAL ON AMAZON, APPLE, AND MORE: https://www.comedydynamics.com/catalog/george-civeris-a-sense-of-urgency/ CALL US at 385-GAY-GUYS to leave questions and comments for our next surprise call-in show and you just might hear your call on your favorite podcast. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON at patreon.com/straightiolab for bonus episodes twice a month and don't forget to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SummaryStraightioLab Rewind: "Umbrellas" w/ Celeste Yim (GaytioLab) (June 11, 2024)
Jun 1201:25:15Summary readyOnce a month, we're re-releasing a classic StraightioLab episode from the vault. Learn the lore that built the legendary podcast the government cannot shut down.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Introducing: Humor Me with Robert Smigel and Friends
Jun 1100:01:58Summary readyHello, StraightioLab Listeners! We want to share a new show you might enjoy, it’s “Humor Me with Robert Smigel & Friends ”!!! About the Show: A weekly podcast where host, Robert Smigel, and a rotating panel, his friends, assist callers seeking help in making something in their real life funnier. Anything. A best man speech, a eulogy, a breakup letter, a cover letter, an apology, a Tinder profile - Robert, with a panel of professional comedy writers and comedians, will punch it up and get results. Want help with your writing assignment? Submit it to: speakpipe.com/humorme Listen here and subscribe to Humor Me with Robert Smigel & Friends on the iHeartRadio App or wherever you get your podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Summary"Monogamy" w/ Rostam
Jun 901:19:38Summary readyToday we interrogate the one and only Rostam about his long and varied career as an acclaimed musician, producer, Haim collaborator, and bicoastal gay guy. Topics include: Nostalgia for 2008 Coachella culture, whether "hipster" is a slur, whether boundary-setting has gone too far, how we can all fight the Mike Pence within, and Rostam's amazing new album American Stories, which is out now! SEE SAM ON TOUR: linktree.com/samtaggart WATCH GEORGE'S SPECIAL ON AMAZON, APPLE, AND MORE: https://www.comedydynamics.com/catalog/george-civeris-a-sense-of-urgency/ CALL US at 385-GAY-GUYS to leave questions and comments for our next surprise call-in show and you just might hear your call on your favorite podcast. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON at patreon.com/straightiolab for bonus episodes twice a month and don't forget to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SummaryThings of Summer
Jun 201:13:29Summary readyIt's time to predict everything that will be trending this summer! We predict the food of the summer, the treat of the summer, the word of the summer, the fake debate of the summer and so much more! Plus, we finally uncover the difference between Emily Blunt, Olivia Wilde, and Olivia Munn. SEE SAM ON TOUR: linktree.com/samtaggart WATCH GEORGE'S SPECIAL ON AMAZON, APPLE, AND MORE: https://www.comedydynamics.com/catalog/george-civeris-a-sense-of-urgency/ CALL US at 385-GAY-GUYS to leave questions and comments for our next surprise call-in show and you just might hear your call on your favorite podcast. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON at patreon.com/straightiolab for bonus episodes twice a month and don't forget to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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