Copeland's Corner with Brian Copeland

Yayne Abeba fills in for Brian as host of 'Headliners on the Headlines,' featuring this week's comedians Tony Dijamco and Dave Burleigh. The episode covers a wide range of current events and topics, beginning with humorous discussions about Pete's drunken texts revealing war plans, segueing into a critique of the media and political ineptitude. They discuss the GOP's internal conflicts, media comp...

This week's 'Headliners on the Headlines' with fill-in Host Yayne Abeba is joined by Greg Propfs, Robert Mac, and Tom Sawyer. The panel dives into various political topics, including JD Vance's controversial remarks on Fox and Friends and his perceived inadequacies as a politician. They discuss the influence of international policies, particularly tariffs, under Trump's administration. The convers...

In this Episode of Copeland's Corner, Brian is joined by Tom Sawyer, Jackie Kashian, Dana Gould & Nicole Boxer for Headliners on the Headlines. They delve into recent political events, primarily focusing on the significant Democratic win in the Wisconsin Supreme Court elections. The gang analyze whether this victory signifies a trend or an anomaly, noting the historical tight margins in Wisconsin...

In this episode of Copeland's Corner, host Brian Copeland is joined by a comics Jann Karam, Nato Green, and Yayne Ababa. The conversation begins with a discussion on SignalGate, involving government officials' misuse of the Signal app for discussing sensitive military operations. Nato explains how Signal works and shares personal experiences with the app in protests. The gang further debates the r...

In this edition of 'Copeland's Corner,' Brian Copeland welcomes back Carlos Alazraqui, Johnny Steele, and Chris Riggins— as they discuss this week's Hot Talk Topics.  They jump right into the Trump administration's defiance of court orders, and societal unrest. Delving into the specific case of a US citizen detained due to political beliefs, they explore the erosion of constitutional norms and jud...

In this episode of 'Copeland's Corner,' Brian Copeland welcomes comedians Maureen Langan, Matt Weinhold, and Dave Pokorny to discuss the latest hot talk topics. They talk about living costs in New York and San Francisco, parking issues, and the struggles comedians face financially. They debate a viral Facebook post by a disgruntled Republican voter, touching on political hypocrisy and systemic iss...

This week's edition of Copeland's Corner, with distinguished panel of comics Scott Silverman,  Yayne Abeba, and Ngaio Bealum join to discuss contemporary political and social issues. The discussion kicks off with reflections on the President's recent State of the Union address, criticisms of former President Trump's exaggerated claims, and humor about misinformation. They touch upon the controvers...

In this episode of Copeland's Corner, host Brian Copeland returns after a brief hiatus due to sinus surgery and discusses current national issues with his guests Brian Malow and Blaine Capatch. The conversation covers various topics such as allergies, comedy memories, and a significant discussion on political and social issues, including statements by Illinois Governor JB Pritzker regarding the ri...

In this episode of Copeland's Corner, Tom Sawyer fills in for Brian Copeland, who is recovering from surgery. Tom is joined by guests Jake Johannsen, Belinda Waymouth, and Carole Davis as they discuss topical political issues, notably the impact of Donald Trump’s policies and actions, the socio-political role and behavior of billionaires, and the overall state of American democracy. The conversati...

This week's edition of Copeland's Corner, Tom Sawyer fills in for Brian and hosts a lively discussion that touches on a variety of topics. Headliners on the Headliners includes guests Tony Camin, Karen Anderson, and Steve Carey. They begin with a discussion on the current political climate, including RFK Jr.'s potential confirmation, Ebola outbreak in Uganda, and various conspiracy theories concer...

This week, Brian celebrates the 200th episode of Copeland's Corner, reflecting on the podcast's journey since its inception just before the pandemic shutdown. He discusses the adaptation to Zoom for the podcast and mentions the participation of over a hundred comedians. In this special episode featuring Eddie Brill, Mike Larsen, and Tom Sawyer, they cover various topics, including President Trump'...

This week's edition of Copeland's Corner...Brian Copeland welcomes guests David Spark, Conor Kellicutt, and Dan St. Paul as they discuss a range of topics including Trump's executive orders, the challenges of contemporary media consumption, and personal anecdotes on political and social issues. They chat about the implications of Trump's actions on various societal facets like education, immigrati...

In this week's edition Copeland's Corner, Brian welcomes Greg Proops, Ngaio Bealum & Yayne Abeba, as they delve into a range of topics including the influence of social media on careers, the pervasive nature of misinformation online, celebrity crushes, and their views on ongoing social and political issues, along with plans for their comedy shows. They touch also on the resilience of marginalized...

This week's edition of Copeland's Corner, Brian and his guests, Tom Sawyer, Carlos Alazraqui, and Johnny Steele, engage in a lively discussion covering a broad spectrum of topics. They reflect on the challenges and changes since the COVID-19 pandemic began, the impact of media and tech giants like Zuckerberg, Elon Musk, and Jeff Bezos aligning with Trump, and the implications for misinformation an...

On this week's edition of Copeland's Corner, Brian welcomes 'old' friends to podcast, comedians and fellow podcasters Blaine Capatch, Matt Weinhold, and Karen Anderson. Topics include how progressives should prepare for the Trump administration, the dangers of anti-vaxxers, and humorous celebrity encounters. The discussion shifts to personal stories, vaccination viewpoints, and living through the...

In this episode of Copeland's Corner, Brian has intense debates on various topics with guests Ngaio Bealum, Brent Weinbach & Steve Mazan. They cover subjects such as the responsibilities of pharmaceutical companies, controversial historical acts, and the complexities of modern capitalism. The show also delves into the issues of the American healthcare system, the influence of big corporations, and...

In this holiday-themed episode of 'Copeland's Corner,' guest host Tom Sawyer fills in for Brian Copeland, who is out prepping for Thanksgiving. Tom is joined by comedians Laura House, Robert Mac, and Scott Silverman for a lively discussion as they share their unique Thanksgiving plans and personal traditions and feelings about the holiday. The gang also engage in a humorous and insightful conversa...

This week's edition of Copeland's Corner, Tom Sawyer fills in for a COVID recovering Brian Copeland with guests Maureen Langang, Jan Karam, and Kurt Weitzman. They engage in a lively discussion covering topics such as the challenges and experiences of comedians, particularly female and LGBTQ+ comedians, in a male-dominated industry, and the political landscape exacerbated by figures like Donald Tr...

In this episode of 'Copeland's Corner,' Tom Sawyer fills in for Brian Copeland and hosts a political discussion with guests Nicole Boxer, Jim Vallely, and Cathy Ladman. They cover various topics, including the controversial appointment of Matt Gaetz as Attorney General by Donald Trump, the challenges and ramifications of Trump's leadership, the Democratic Party's need for a new strategy, and the i...

Tune is as Brian and his guests Tom Sawyer & Yayne Abeba vent and reflect on the recent election results, expressing frustration and concern over the outcome. They critique the current state of American politics, citing the election of Trump, the Republican control of the Senate, and the potential loss of the House of Representatives. They fear the establishment of a fascist government and discuss...

On this week's edition of Copeland's Corner, Brian hosts a lively panel discussion just five days before the presidential election. The panel includes the 'Doc of Comedy Rock' Dr. Gonzo, comedian Rob Becker, and returning guest Yanni Abbaba. They delve into the tension surrounding the upcoming election, including why 20% of African American men under 25 are reportedly supporting Trump. The group a...

This week's edition of Copeland's Corner, with featured Headliners  . Tune in to this Episode of Copeland's Corner, as host Brian Copeland, along with comedians Jann Karam, Brian Malow, and David Spark, engage in a comprehensive discussion about contemporary political and social issues. Topics range from Trump’s misleading statements and political loyalties driven by misinformation, to the deep-se...

Brian Copeland hosts an all new edition of Copeland's Corner, featuring guests Cathy Sorbo, Yayne Abeba, and Tom Sawyer. The discussion spans several topics including Trump's cognitive abilities, media bias in political coverage, and the socio-political landscape influenced by evangelical churches in the Deep South. The conversation also touches on voter behavior, particularly among women, and the...

In this edition of 'Copeland's Corner,' Brian hosts Headliners on the Headliners with friends Greg Proops, Greg Behrendt, and Tom Sawyer. The discussion traverses a variety of topics such as political support for Trump despite controversies, misinformation affecting public opinion, and the implications of cult-like political followings on democracy. They also delve into the evolution of comedy, re...

This week's edition of Copeland's Corner, with featured Guests Ngaio Bealum, Tony Camin & Dan St. Paul. In this episode, Brian and the crew have a lively discussion spanning political and social themes. They analyze the vice presidential debate, touching on real-time fact-checking, moderator responsibilities, and the balance of style versus substance in politics. The conversation expands to Elon M...