Sheer Conversation

 Andrea Joseph is a stand-up comedian, kind person, absolutely not a pushover, smart, humble, cool… basically, she’s Beyoncé. The girls are bringing the Sheer Conversation back today with screaming lobsters, lightskin privilege, the prostate, and creating opportunities for comics. Andrea is enlightening Carlos Carlos? on the female experience, coming into the world with trust issues, and planning...

Buddha is a stand-up comedian, artist, uncle, Pisces, and he has very pretty blue eyes. While his sweet doggie, Snowball, takes a snooze in the living room, Buddha takes us through the highs of ordering $2000 worth of porn on Comcast to the lows of the housing crisis, harm reduction, and basic human needs. He reminds us of a time when they made forever songs, that real men cry, and that hope is a...

Carlos Carlos? is a stand-up comedian, cabinet installer, really likes some animals, and he’s the guy you go to when you need new music. We are doing our best to capture the essence of Carlos Carlos? today, starting from the beginning: where the women felt safe and Ms. Smith predicted the future. With a brief intermission for Bubs’s hairball — Carlos Carlos? takes us through the moment when what y...

We’re fishing in the dark, and we’re facing the wrong way—what could go wrong? We’re tackling the big issues today: Survivor vs. Love Island, and the health benefits of cigarettes and boogers. We’ve got a song that feels like a cool breeze, but you’re not chilly, and getting violently high. Episode 31 taught us that some Sheer Conversations are just about getting Carlos Carlos? riled up and laughi...

Milo Loza is a stand-up comedian, college graduate, and he knows what the people want… brain rot. You may have seen him walking around, pretending to be normal—drinking soda with pizza, but water with everything. Like all of us, he worries about how he’s perceived. Milo Loza is a mysterious guy, but here’s what we know: he can tell a good jokey joke, and he’s definitely not annoying—he’s funny, se...

Dirty Dave Ward is a stand-up comedian, dad, creator of On-1 Clothing, descendant of knights, very comfortable in stores—and if you see him on a bicycle, something’s wrong. Dirty Dave would have liked to take his kid fishing for the first time, but instead he’s here with us for one hell of a Sheer Conversation . Educating us on the art of shoplifting, flailing, and a cargo van of legos. Sober for...

Jared is a helicopter pilot, certified flight instructor (CFI), husband, father—and he’s always been chill. We’re flying high today with some heavy helicopter content, mouth breathers, and Jared’s side of stabbing the baby. So buckle up, get both hands on the cyclic, and watch for birds. Jared’s not a helicopter guy—he just likes flying.

It’s Sheer Conversation’s first birthday and Bubs, Nat GPT, and the hosts are celebrating. We’ve got vaccines, hot dogs, and Carlos Carlos? eating shit with ants on it. One year—27 episodes—has taught us that we still just want to live with our parents, and we’re pretty sure we’re doing a good thing, even if we haven’t fully cracked it yet. We’re here for all of it—trying to be more like the J Man...

 Anthony Martin is back, bitches — the first to be second. He’s no longer sleeping with a pillow, and he may or may not be looking to fight someone. We’re coming in hot today. God and The Epstein Files hot… Anthony brings vulnerability to this Sheer Conversation , covering that moment of losing your grip and catching it again, the times we’re tested, and how even when someone is gone, the love sta...

Brandon Wayne Little is a stand-up comedian, DJ — DJ Vance — veteran, digital artist, movie buff, and he has really good ideas. Brandon joins the hosts for an educational conversation about communism, human taxidermy, and assembling bombs. He enlightens us with his wisdom on keeping his anger expensive and reminds us that when the legend becomes fact… print the legend.

Ricky is a coach, athlete, Catholic, WWE enthusiast, and extremely well-versed in all things Kobe. Ricky and Carlos Carlos share stories about Cheetahs Cabaret, trips to the hospital, and patrolling the park. We cover potential, Plaid Pantry, getting lost in a song—and really hearing it, not just listening. Ricky has a way of talking about faith and religion that is relatable and welcoming: from t...

Cody Webster is a stand-up comedian who lifts heavy shit, ran a viral meme account, snowboards, and plays 27 instruments. We are ringing in the new year with step-dads, Hidradenitis Suppurativa, peeing, drawing lines through the dot, and carrying on Ron’s legacy through comedy. Cody reminds us to tell jokes, laugh at our differences, and be kind. 

Jayde is first and foremost, Jayde. She is a wife, a mom, her dream car is a 2019 Toyota RAV4, and Jayde will make you want to experience more of the world. It’s the end of 2025, and we saved the Sheer Conversation with the best accent for last. Jayde brings the holiday spirit with tales from the land down under, apartheid, crossing the road, getting detained at LAX, stabbing, and everything and n...

Isaiah Steele is a stand-up comedian and entertainer. He listens to 429 different genres of music, he ‘ain’t even touched’ how funny he’s yet to be, he just gets it, and he keeps it copacetic. Today, we’re joining Isaiah as he pushes his boulder up the hill like Sisyphus. Along the way, he takes us on the journey of getting heroin, where no one is on time. We encounter the horrible, shitty sponges...

It’s the holiday season—new living room, same couch—and a Sheer Conversation Thanksgiving episode. It gets a little dark, and honestly? They might ruin the whole thing. The hosts debrief where they’ve been, brainstorm what’s next, and try to accept where they’re at now. It’s not the smoothest journey, and maybe not exactly what they wanted it to be. But in the end, light is found, sibling apologie...

Javi is a stand-up comedian, a dad, was in a Sublime cover band, loves Nicolas Cage, and makes girls cum. Every time. Multiple times. Javi spills the tea on the beef with Drake, psoriasis, pantsing, what makes comedy special, homeless dogs, the little spark experiencing all the inputs, and not fucking with your kid’s happiness. 

Anthony Martin is a stand-up comedian, creator of Roasted Coffee Comedy, property manager, has a strong jab, and he’s a flowers guy. On this spooky Halloween episode of Sheer Conversation - Anthony shares gory stories of pulling tree out of his eye, fascist hearts, boxing, the cost of slaves, dealing with the darkness within, and defeating the self. 

Jesse Hooper is a stand-up comedian, grown-ass boy, loves anime, may be able to see demonic or angelic spirits, enjoys milk, and he is a sparkle human. Jesse Hooper makes us laugh, cry, tells us stories of love, loss, brothels, scabies, dolphins popping out of the ocean for a half second, and struggling with self-love — even when you’re the most lovable person there is. And Jesse Hooper is. 

Ronnie Mackaroni is a stand-up comedian, a Libra sun and moon. She gives the best hugs in the world, and she’s going to be a really amazing mom. Ronnie reminds us that sometimes murder is okay, but rape never is and that you’re never trapped in a way of life — it’s okay to change course. She is missed by her Portland community, and we are grateful for the opportunity to spend time with her before...

Vaughn Robinson is a stand-up comedian, a veteran—although he doesn’t claim that title—an excellent impressionist, an artist, and he has ridiculously straight teeth. We’re working through some stuff on Sheer Conversation today: relationships, technical difficulties, immigration, reframing negative thoughts, and lines and shapes.

Ethan Trimble is a stand-up comedian, drummer, New Yorker, allergic to honeydew melon, and a genuinely kind guy. Ethan joins the hosts and Bubs in the living room to discuss intrusive thoughts, the work of being present, non-sleep deep rest, DMT, and ants on an Xbox. 

Scott Pot is a stand-up comedian, dad, screenwriter, frisbee golfer, and potter, if you will. The hosts peel back the layers of Scott Pot to learn about his experience doing comedy for the first time on Kill Tony, cannabis, getting roasted, circumcision, and being a good dad.

Cousin Rae is a clinical exercise physiologist, mom, athlete, and live music lover. She and the hosts dive into death, family dynamics, irregular heart rhythms, anxiety, and loving people for who they are—not who you want them to be. The hosts are excited to sit down with their first family member and apologize for entirely failing to introduce her during the interview. Please welcome Cousin Rae.

Zach Jones, aka Mista Gucci, is an ultramarathon runner, registered nurse, dog dad, loyal human, and someone making the most of his time on this planet. He graciously joins the hosts—two complete strangers to him—to share his ideas and experiences on all things running, goals, nipple tape, and pulling your pants up and going. This man is running a 100-mile race this weekend, and we’re sending all...

Imani 🍕 is a stand-up comedian, Aquarius, “honest b-i-t-c-h,” kind human, and someone who does not tolerate inadequately seasoned food — rightfully so. Imani brings their fierce energy, vulnerability, and a healthy dose of confrontation to the living room for a conversation that shows that even if we don’t see eye to eye, we can ask questions, listen, laugh, and seek to understand one another wit...