The Dollop with Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds 147 - The Past Times with Alex Pearlman
Oct 17, 2025
Comedian Alex Pearlman, known for his viral political videos and co-hosting the Too Many Tabs podcast, joins to dive into quirky historical newspaper tales. The trio explores the bizarre account of American airmen freed from China, and a strange Toledo story about jury selection through pedestrian grabs. They also discuss an intriguing proposal to paint LA streets pastel for aesthetic and climate benefits. With humor at every turn, Alex shares insights on his rise in social media and his stand-up journey.
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TikTok Sparked Unexpected Fame
- Alex Pearlman describes a viral TikTok about rich Congress members after Roe v. Wade was overturned.
- The clip brought him attention from unexpected audiences like James Woods and Joe Rogan fans.
Podcast About Internet Rabbit Holes
- Alex explains he and his wife host the podcast Too Many Tabs about internet rabbit holes.
- He uses it to deep-dive quirky cultural histories like Elon Musk's grandfather or beauty brand controversies.
Platform Policy Shapes Reach
- Alex links platform moderation changes to audience growth, noting Instagram loosened political suppression.
- Platform policy shifts materially change creator reach and content strategy.