Best Queer Kid Stuff Podcasts (2024)

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S4 Ep25: Alone Being in a Christian Homeschooling Cult with Natalie Naudus 56:21

2h ago56:21

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This week we are joined by Natalie Naudus! “A fave among audiobook listeners” (Buzzfeed), Natalie Naudus is one of the most beloved audiobook narrators working today. She has won an Audie award and nine Earphones awards, and maintains a robust social media following. She lives with her family on a mountain in Virginia. Gay the Pray Away is her debu…

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Episode 19 - Fast Food 55:09

1d ago55:09

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You won't want to miss this one, folks. Ruthie and Chad break down the joys of fast food. We're talking reviews, scores, memories, fries! All the fries. Check it out, let us know your fast food reviews!By Ruthie and Chad

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S4 Ep24: Alone Writing Queer YA Romances with James L. Sutter 1:09:10

1d ago1:09:10

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This week we are joined by James L. Sutter! James L. Sutter is a cocreator of the bestselling Pathfinder and Starfinder roleplaying games. He's the author of the queer young adult romance novels Darkhearts and The Ghost of Us, as well as the fantasy novels Death's Heretic and The Redemption Engine. His short stories have appeared in Nightmare, The …

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S4 Ep23: Alone Writing Jersey-Shore-Set Rom-Coms with Betty Corrello 57:37

10d ago57:37

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This week we are joined by Betty Corrello! Betty Corrello is a writer, comedian, and proud Philadelphian. She is the author of Summertime Punchline (2024) and 32 Days in May (Spring 2025). Despite her hardened exterior, Betty is biologically 95% marshmallow. Her greatest passion is writing stories where opposites attract, but love is chosen. When s…

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S4 Ep22: Alone Being a Best Selling Author with Annabel Monaghan 52:41

15d ago52:41

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This week we are joined by Annabel Monaghan! Annabel Monaghan is the national bestselling author of Same Time Next Summer and Nora Goes Off Script, published by G.P. Putnam’s Sons. Her latest novel, Summer Romance, topped the lists of Publishers Weekly, USA Today, Washington Post, & Amazon Editors. Make sure to check her out! In this episode, we di…

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Episode 18: Who isn't coming to our funeral? 53:35

19d ago53:35

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Biker short sets are so dumb and need to leave. Pickleball has run its course and it's time for it to pack it up and pack it out. Have YOU ever cleaned KFC gravy off your ceiling? Neither have we and we don't plan to. But to get to the meat of our show - - Shannon Dougherty really hit it out of the park when she created a list of people not invited…

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Listen Now: Hysterical 6:28

25d ago6:28

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Hysterical investigates a mysterious illness that spreads among a group of high school girls in upstate New York. What is causing their sudden, often violent symptoms? Is there something in the water or inside the school? Or is it “all in their head?” The series examines the outbreak in LeRoy, NY, believed by some to be the most severe case of mass…

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S4 Ep21: Alone Being a Body Acceptance Personal Stylist with Gab Saper 59:59

1M ago59:59

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This week we are joined by Gab Saper. Gab Saper is a personal stylist whose focus is to empower you to embrace your body through style and have a f*cking blast doing it. Working with Gab is not about keeping up with trends or what you “should be” wearing – it's about guiding you to the next evolution of your style. When your work together is done, …

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Episode 17: perms, firefighters, Pride in the 'Couve and chain restaurants 40:02

29d ago40:02

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Have you ever been like, "Okay, so I know this isn't true, but having a short perm definitely feels republican to me"? Well hot damn, this is the episode for you. Special guest: Brittany Wanderlust.

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S4 Ep20: Alone Writing Genre Fiction with Meg Shaffer 1:00:08

30d ago1:00:08

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This Week we are joined by Meg Shaffer! Meg Shaffer is the USA Today bestselling author of The Wishing Game, which was a Goodreads Choice Awards finalist, a Book-of-the-Month finalist for Book of the Year, a #1 Barnes & Noble bestseller, and a Reader’s Digest Best Book of the Year. She holds an MFA in TV and Screenwriting from Stephens College. Her…

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S4 Ep19: Alone Creating Audiobrary with Julia Whelan 1:05:20

1M ago1:05:20

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This week we are joined by Julia Whelan! Dubbed "The Adele of Audiobooks" by The New Yorker, Julia Whelan is an author, screenwriter, lifelong actor, and acclaimed audiobook narrator of over 600 titles. Her performance of her own debut novel, the international bestseller My Oxford Year, garnered a Society of Voice Arts award. Her 2022 novel, Thank …

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Episode 16: Bo-Po (but really?), reply alls and the dumbest stuff you hear in meetings 46:22

1M ago46:22

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Have you ever worked a job? Do you find yourself saying the most ridiculous things to other people while wearing work attire? Do you want to love your body but can't because clothing sizes are stupid? What about when you get 37 replies to one email that was sent to 134 people? How do you feel about Suzanne Somers and Summer Sanders?…

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S4 Ep18: Alone Not Being into Boy Stuff with Will Purpura 1:03:23

1M ago1:03:23

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This week we are joined by Will Purpura! Will Purpura is a comedian based in New York, NY. Will has a high-energy positive act that's fun for everyone. Will has been featured in the Westside Comedy Festival (LA) the North Carolina Comedy Festival (Greensboro), West End Comedy Festival (Atlanta) and Altercation Comedy Festival (Austin TX). In 2023, …

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Episode 15: All the queer stuff 1:00:16

2M ago1:00:16

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In this groundbreaking episode of El Corner Booth we tackle what no one has ever attempted to tackle in the entire world of media: Queerness. That's right. Queer celebrities, queer experiences, Pride Month. We also have some things to say to Jamie, have opinions on late night food availability, and stupid people who save lounge chairs when it's tot…

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S4 Ep17: Alone Performing at the Apollo with Claire Alexander 1:06:19

2M ago1:06:19

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This Week we are joined by Claire Alexander! Claire is a standup comedian who can be seen performing regularly at comedy clubs QED and The Tiny Cupboard Brooklyn, Queens, and Manhattan, at her weekly comedy show “Drule” at Fette Sau in Williamsburg, as well as at other clubs and independent shows all over New York City city. Claire is also a headli…

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Episode 14: Too much milk in the Mac n cheese, WWF, Stunnerrrr, and unfinished crafts 48:30

2M ago48:30

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Got your earbuds in? You might need them because we recorded at Ruthie's house this week. 2 dogs, a couple cats, children who don't understand "be quiet we are changing the world with El Corner Booth" and floors that creak if you look at them wrong...that makes for less than ideal sound. YOU GUYS WE ARE WORKING ON IT. In this episode we go over the…

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S4 Ep16: Alone Being Naked and Afraid with Sara Kunz 59:30

2M ago59:30

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This Week we are joined by Sara Kunz! Sara is 2x Discovery Channel Primitive Survivalist, Therapist in training, and Speaker extraordinaire. Sara is also the creator and performer of 3 solo shows blending standup comedy and circus stunts, performing in over 20 countries, 6 languages, and she even won some awards along the way! Now Sara helps indivi…

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Episode 13: softball, foster kittens, tooth gems and rad queer kids 42:05

2M ago42:05

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In this episode Ruthie talks with 2 of her kids about queerness. It's a good one. Happy Pride!

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S4 Ep15: Alone Working in Public Radio with Annie Russell 1:09:20

2M ago1:09:20

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This week we are joined by Annie Russell! Annie Russell is a comedian and editor, currently working as a senior producer at Storycorps, where her work can be heard on NPR’s Morning Edition. She is an experienced public radio editor, reporter and producer. She’s worked on a variety of short and long term projects, comedy podcasts, news stories and a…

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Episode 12: Malls, cinnamon rolls and checkbooks 54:02

3M ago54:02

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Last time you went to a mall? Listen, the dream of the 90s is alive in malls, people. Did your mom ever drop you off in front of the entrance to Barnes and Noble and say, "Meet me back here at 4:00. If you're not here, I'm leaving!" ? Did you ever sneak a peek at Fredricks of Hollywood and then feel instant shame? How much, in your entire life, hav…

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S4 Ep14: Alone Getting to Know Hosts Emily Walsh and Carly Montag 56:37

2M ago56:37

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his week is all about getting to know hosts Carly Montag and Emily Walsh. Do you think you know us? Guess again! In this episode, we play some rounds of “We’re Not Really Strangers” and discuss whether we’re morning or night people, our feelings about plants, our celebrity crushes, compliments we’ve gotten, advice we could give, and so much more. Y…

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Storytime! The Origins of Queer Kid Stuff 24:32

3M ago24:32

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Queer Kid Stuff is COMING BACK! Support & share the Kickstarter Campaign --> https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/queerkidstuff/bring-back-queer-kid-stuff Happy pride month! I'm coming back into your ears to tell you the full story behind how Queer Kid Stuff started and why we want to reboot the series! Visit the brand new Queer Kid Stuff website: …

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Episode 11: Bridge tolls, Danny DeVito, Bitcoin, and the person who helped launch Chad's funeral tour. 1:15:29

3M ago1:15:29

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First things first, we have our first paying sponsor. WE ARE DOING THIS PROFESSIONALLY. So go eat at Bleu Door Bakery in Vancouver. Second things second, do you even know what fungible means? Neither do we and we don't give a f*$. Bridge tolls? Don't care. BIRDS? They can go straight to hell. Chad's not a republican but when it comes to birds he …

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S4 Ep13: Alone Being a Church Organist with Dan Frank 1:03:30

3M ago1:03:30

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This week we are joined by Dan Frank! Dan Frank is a standup comedian who has been featured at the Tiny Cupboard Penthouse Festival, GEM Fest, PN & Friends, and toured for the musical/comedy act Queer MF across the Southwest/West Coasts. His comedy mostly deals with his family, his experiences from pretending to be straight, and how everyone thinks…

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S4 Ep12: Alone Reading at the Breakfast Table with Ruth Ware 59:54

3M ago59:54

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This week we are joined by Ruth Ware! Ruth Ware is an international number one bestseller. Her thrillers In a Dark, Dark Wood, The Woman in Cabin 10, The Lying Game, The Death of Mrs Westaway, The Turn of the Key, One by One, The It Girl and Zero Days have appeared on bestseller lists around the world, including the Sunday Times and New York Times,…

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S4 Ep11: Alone Being a Voice Actor with Imogen Church 1:05:11

3M ago1:05:11

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This week we are joined by Imogen Church! Imogen is the voice of some of your favorite audiobooks! She trained as an actress at The Drama Centre London, has worked extensively in theatre, film, commercials, comedy sketch work, and works regularly as a voice artist! Imogen is also the author of Audible Original “Death and the Burlesque Maiden” and “…

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Episode 10: Palm Springs, Voicemails and Busking. 40:26

3M ago40:26

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After a rocky last week, El Corner Booth is back. Chad's finally back from Palm Springs and has things to say. Which, honestly, we love. It's a beaut out there, folks, and we're ready for rooftop bars, frose from Airfield and the view from our miserable workspaces to be sunny.By Chad and Ruthie

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S4 Ep10: Alone Writing Thrillers with a Twist with Gillian McAllister 53:46

4M ago53:46

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This week we are joined by Gillian McAllister! Gillian McAllister is a British Sunday Times and New York Times bestselling author, known for seven novels, several of which have been top ten bestsellers. Her works have been translated into 40 languages. She has been selected for the Reese Witherspoon book club, the Richard and Judy book club, the Ra…

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The Movie One w/ Special Guest Ali (long) 1:45:08

4M ago1:45:08

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One of our favorite humans came to join Chad in some movie deep dives from each decade. We go pretty long but have a great time!By Chad Larsen

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S4 Ep9: Alone Being a Body Positive and Anti-Diet Comedian with Lauren Hope Krass 58:03

4M ago58:03

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This week we are joined by Lauren Hope Krass! Comedian Lauren Hope Krass got her start in the beautiful city of Charleston, South Carolina. There, she performed improv and stand-up regularly at Theatre 99 and all over the city. What's especially unique about Lauren is her ability to put a body positive spin on jokes while remaining cuttingly hilari…

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Episode 8: But why and how and what for?! 53:36

4M ago53:36

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But seriously, how the fuck does AI work? What really is the "stock market?" Gluten??? Never heard of it. Fake news. In this episode we just say what everyone is thinking and ask the big questions. So, like, does dry cleaning not use any water at all? Is flour made from wheat? Do financial advisors wear suits every day to work?! WHAT THE HELL IS GO…

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S4 Ep8: Alone Writing The Vera Kelly Series with Rosalie Knecht 1:01:37

4M ago1:01:37

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This week we are joined by Rosalie Knecht! Rosalie Knecht is the author of Relief Map, Who is Vera Kelly? and Vera Kelly is not a Mystery, an Edgar Award winner and a finalist for the Lambda Literary Award, as well as Vera Kelly Lost and Found, published June 2022. She is the translator of Cesar Aira's The Seamstress and the Wind. Make sure to chec…

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Episode 7: Lil for president - dissecting Coyote Ugly 1:06:35

4M ago1:06:35

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Welp, Chad got his wish and Ruthie watched Coyote Ugly to refresh her memory. BOY DID SHE REFRESH HER MEMORY. We don't just skim over the boring parts because there are no boring parts. And listen: we've got John Goodman, Piper Perabo (who is she anyway?), TYRA BANKS, some hot Australian dude and Melanie Lynsky. THE Melanie Lynskey. Y'ever heard of…

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S4 Ep7: Alone Mashing Up Historical Fiction and Magical Realism with Sarah Penner 1:01:16

4M ago1:01:16

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This week we are joined by Sarah Penner! Sarah Penner is the author of two novels, The London Séance Society and The Lost Apothecary. Penner’s debut novel, The Lost Apothecary, has sold over one million copies, was on the USA Today and Publishers Weekly bestseller lists for 3 months, and was a book of the year top 5 finalist. The London Séance Soci…

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Episode 6: Highschool in the 2000's, good grades, bad grades, and how we could slam 2 JBCs a day and suffer no consequences 53:16

4M ago53:16

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Ruthie got her way. In this episode Chad and Ruthie talk about their high school experiences. Ruthie in Idaho, Chad in Portland. Cars, school lunch, grades, and after school activities. The sound is way better in this one, you're welcome. Thanks to I Love That For You (www.ilovethatforu.com) for giving you all a discount code! Check out their stuff…

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S4 Ep6: Alone Winning Writing Contests with Rachel Beanland 40:07

5M ago40:07

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This week we are joined by Rachel Beanland! Rachel Beanland is the author of two novels, The House Is On Fire (Simon & Schuster, 2023) and Florence Adler Swims Forever (Simon & Schuster, 2020). Beanland’s debut novel, Florence Adler Swims Forever was featured as one of the best books of 2020 by USA Today, named a New York Times Editors’ Choice, and…

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S4 Ep5: Alone in the Semi-Royal Shakespeare Company with Yvette Segan 1:06:34

5M ago1:06:34

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This week we are joined by Yvette Segan! Yvette Segan is a comedian, actor, writer, and producer. She performs standup all over New York with club credits including Stand Up NY, The Tiny Cupboard, New York Comedy Club (produced shows), St Marks Comedy Club, The Grisly Pear, in addition to indie shows across the boroughs. Yvette is the co-producer a…

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Episode 5: Special Guest, Chinese Cuisine and Baddies All Day Long 46:06

5M ago46:06

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We've made it. We are at the point in our journey where people are asking to be involved. Nevermind it's Ruthie's child. Nevermind she needed something to do on Spring Break. What matters is she's here. We chat while eating orange chicken and chow mein. We discuss icks, TV (no shit, Einstein), el radio (always incorporating that foreign lang) and t…

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Work History: A glimmer into why we are the way we are 50:48

5M ago50:48

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In this eppy we discuss our past jobs - when they were (some of us excavated at the age of 9), what we wore (swimsuits), who our bosses were (sometimes our dads), our pay (very little) and our job duties. Just laying a foundation for who we are and how far we've come...or not.

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S4 Ep4: Alone Secretly Watching Will and Grace with Ben Fisher 1:07:03

5M ago1:07:03

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This week we are joined by Ben Fisher! Ben is a comedian, actor, and producer. His credits include SF Sketchfest, D.C. Comedy Fest, The National Arts Club, Peacock Show LA, New York Comedy Club, and his Jimmy Fallon impression has been seen at ‘Schtick or Treat,’ City Winery, and The Rainbow Room at 30 Rock. He hosts a monthly show ‘Comedy at Gotha…

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S4 Ep3: Alone Being an Ecstatic Dance DJ with Katya Stepanov 1:03:37

5M ago1:03:37

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This week we are joined by Katya Stepanov! Katya Stepanov is a Belarusian-Jewish-American artist, speaker, impact entrepreneur, DJ and holistic business coach devoted to creating and facilitating immersive experiences. Katya is a co-founder of Inheritance Project, a human impact company offering leadership and conflict resolution programs to build …

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Episode 3: Disneyland, Vegas, children on leashes and foie gras cotton candy 52:27

5M ago52:27

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In this episode, Ruthie takes up 75% of the time with stories and ponderings of Disneyland. Why is Disney so weird and the people there so awful? What even are Hokas and Genie + is an absolutely rip-off but a necessary one. Chad went to Vegas, sold some rebar, wore a lanyard, and ate foie gras cotton candy. We tried our hand at intros and outros an…

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Episode 2: when things are only slightly better, but better is better 29:28

5M ago29:28

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We are the type of people who know when things aren't perfect. Episode two is better than episode one but isn't as good as episode three is gonna be. We talk about Best, Worst, Weirdest and then skedaddle on over to home decor and geese in bonnets (how do you even spell that)? Stick with us.

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S4 Ep2: Alone Being a Very Funny Cancer Patient with Joey Friedman 1:06:33

5M ago1:06:33

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This week we are joined by Joey Friedman! Joey is a standup comedian, writer, and performer. She began performing at her parent’s dinner table in Monsey, NY. As a cancer survivor, she has nothing to fear and delivers jokes with an unshakable frankness. She produces shows in the DC area and can be found regularly hosting and featuring at the DC Impr…

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Episode One is Always the Worst 26:23

6M ago26:23

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It may have taken 90 minutes to figure out the microphone situation and another 20 to figure out how to actually record, but episode one is out. Is it great? No. It is groundbreaking? Nowhere near. Will it make you chuckle? Yes? GIVE US TIME. We are gonna knock your socks off with things that absolutely never matter in the world. Because truly, do …

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S4 Ep1: Alone Liking Sad Music with Max Fine 1:04:15

6M ago1:04:15

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This week we are joined by Max Fine! Max Fine is a comedian who is highly praised for his colorful storytelling and for tapping into his own personal experiences for laughs. He performs in clubs all over the country and bars in New York City. Max has had the privilege of being invited to some of the most prestigious comedy festivals in the country …

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S3 Ep52: Alone Being Generation X with Carolyn Castiglia 1:00:03

6M ago1:00:03

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This week we are joined by Carolyn Castiglia! Carolyn is a multi-disciplinary artist who employs stand-up, storytelling, music, and more to wow audiences with her powerfully funny and endearing performances. Carolyn has appeared on numerous television and streaming networks including Comedy Central, MTV, VH1, Lifetime, HLN, fyi, WE tv, Food Network…

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S3 Ep51: Alone Being a Nationally Ranked Latin Ballroom Dancer with Lana Siebel 50:47

6M ago50:47

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This week we are joined by Lana Siebel! Lana is stand up comedian who headlines shows across the United States and performs regularly at comedy clubs in New York City. She will be filming her Dry Bar comedy special in March 2024. She has also acted in many independent films and was very recently featured on the site Comics that Kill along with Kevi…

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S3 Ep50: Alone Getting Dumped By a Clown with Colleen Genevieve 59:29

6M ago59:29

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This week we are joined by Colleen Genevieve! Colleen is a stand up comedian who brings her over the top personality to every stage she graces. Colleen is based out of Queens, New York and has a monthly show at The Stand called Rent Money. She’s been featured on Sirius xm. In this episode, we discuss being from Rhode Island, being a theater girl, b…

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S3 Ep49: Alone Growing Up Rich with Lucas Zelnick 59:45

7M ago59:45

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This week we are joined by Lucas Zelnick! Lucas Zelnick is a stand-up comedian born, raised, and based in New York City who challenges his cushy upbringing through punch-heavy material. Lucas has appeared in SF Sketchfest and the New York Comedy Festival. He’s been featured in the New York Times, appeared as a guest on Amazon Prime Video’s Sports T…

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