The Outside Perspective: Recent Episodes
Justin Lain
Each episode comedian Justin Lain invites a fellow comedian to school him on a topic they are obsessed with as Justin weighs in from an outside perspective.
There are a many things that Comedian Alex Cave holds near and truth to her heart. But there is one that is the closes and that's anime. She tells Justin how anime has not only been a form of entertainment for her, but also how the art form has been used as a form of therapy for her and how that has helped her shape her views.
For Comedian Mark Logan, the saying "Do you what you love" is a creed he lives by. He tells Justin how working an office job propelled him to think critically about where his life was headed and how the thought process got him to focus on his true passion in life; comedy and screen printing.
And we're back! To celebrate the move to a new studio, Justin has on the deeply funny and charismatic Comedian Nick Torchin to discuss all things Evolutionary Science. Nick tells Justin how the process of the evolution cycle begins and how human beings are still evolving. The pair then discuss both ethical and unethical ways Evolutionary Science has been used to shape society.
Did you know the term Stan Culture originates from the song "Stan" by Eminem? Justin didn't know that, but guest Neha Talreja sure did. She reveals to Justin as to what makes a Stan Culture and why it has similarities to cults.
When it comes to wrestling; Justin only knows the basics. But for special guest Comedian Brett Davis (The Special without Brett Davis, Wrestling Club wfmu) wrestling is a way of life. Brett talks to Justin about the history of wrestling and why he believes independent circuits are the future. He also talks about how wrestling has helped him with his comedy and why he believes the two art forms work well together.
What do Mary Poppins and Communism have in common? For filmmaker Geoff Simons it's the fact that the former introduced him to the latter. Geoff comes on the pod to talk to Justin about how his obsession for musicals has not only helped him grow as a director, but how the art form has shaped his political beliefs. He also shares his reasoning why he believes Simba from the Lion King is one of the worst film protagonists of all time.
A wave of ideas and beliefs take hold when Comedian Ben Herwitz (Comedy Rhetoric) comes on the pod to talk all things Surfing with Justin. Ben talks to Justin about how not only has Surfing changed his views on Nature and Technology, but also how adapting a surfer like mentality has helped him see the bigger picture when it comes to life.
Justin is in for a wild ride when he has friend and "sage" Emily Candini comes on the pod to discuss the phenomenon of Karen Videos. The pair discuss the psychological aspect the videos can have for those who view them and why white women tend to avoid talking about their role in racism. Emily then tells Justin a fantasy she has involving a Karen and how she hopes it can come true.
Pal and "Sugar Daddy" Nika Mabson comes on the pod to discuss all things Spiders. She tells Justin as to why Spider-man is technically supposed to be a woman and why Spiders would make amazing pets, which Justin believes is not the case. Can Nika convince him other wise or will Justin forever be set in his ways?
Comedian and Writer Jerry Hernandez comes on the pod to talk to Justin about the correlation between Rap Beefs and U.S Politics. Jerry get's into his reasoning as to why the My Pillow Guy has a chance in 2024 and why Ice Cube wasn't an actual Trump Supporter.
The always charming and charismatic Comedian and Writer Eric Owusu comes on the pod to discuss with Justin the idea of pitching your own show. They get into talking about the New York Comedy Scene, being an independent creator, and what happens when pitching leads you to getting to write for one of your childhood heroes.
We've got co-creator of Super Dating Simulator (@superdatingsimulator) and all around funny guy Sam Weller (@yeahsamweller) to discuss the classic, the beautiful, and the proudly nerdy Gundam fandom. Dozens of series, hundreds of giant robot models, and one man with an encyclopedic knowledge of it all.
Comedian Jacob Rosalez (@chingadiculous) drops by to give me the rundown on everything MMA. We discuss smack talking fighters, street fights, and the early days of the sport.
Erin Nicole Bounds (@boundsyyy on instagram) drops by the pod this week to discuss community gardens. We go over our earthy parents, the wastefulness of capitalism, and why good dogs are the best.
Justin has on comedian, writer, and rap battle aficionado Joseph Pleasants (@joeyisfamous on instagram)
They talk the most vicious takedowns, the surprising pay for top battlers, and some of Joey's favorite battle moments.
Justin sits down with Alex Holliday (@misterholliday on instagram) to discuss the joys and frustrations of cooking for yourself, including making drunk dishes, learning from your parents, and Justin's foray into vegan eating.
It's the debut episode and we brought on comedian, writer, and all around funny man Jonathon Hollis (@jonathonkhollis) to discuss all things knockoff jerseys. Why the NFL is wrong, capitalism ain't cutting it, and how to spot a knockoff jersey. Justin hangs on throughout the episode as an outsider learning from knockoff jersey expert Jonathon Hollis.