Episode #1144

Doug Stanhope

· 2 books mentioned

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Doug Stanhope, a stand-up comedian and podcast host, joins for a wide-ranging discussion covering small-town life, touring, politics, crime, policing, travel, and cults. They also delve into libertarianism, cancel culture, comedy burnout, drug policy, and Stanhope's plans for an aimless ten-day train trip after retiring.

What they talked about

  • Sugar-free creamer and artificial sweeteners
  • Pilots' low pay and flight hours
  • Nostalgia for early stand-up road life
  • Trolling Ted Nugent's message board
  • Living in a small town vs. big city
  • Border patrol and humanitarian aid
  • Roseanne's Ambien tweet and conspiracy theories
  • Drug legalization and cartel violence

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