Bertcast Something’s Burning: Spoilers, Torture + The New Godzilla | Greg Fitzsimmons + Mike Gibbons | S6 E21
Jan 14, 2026
Join stand-up comedian Greg Fitzsimmons, known for his keen industry insights, and Mike Gibbons, a comedic storyteller, as they delve into the new Godzilla movie. They cook crispy pork belly while discussing what constitutes torture, pondering humorous scenarios and the intensity of waterboarding experiments. The duo also critiques modern comedy, touching on meme culture versus traditional storytelling. With anecdotes about Norm MacDonald and the evolution of podcasting, their banter is witty and enlightening.
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Realistic Health Advice Beats Extremes
- Health podcasts often preach impractical, extreme regimens that normal people can't follow.
- Bert wants experts to teach real-world recovery tactics, not theoretical longevity rituals.
Zach Galifianakis's Dyslexia Story
- Mike Gibbons tells how Zach Galifianakis struggled with reading and dyslexia during early auditions.
- Despite early setbacks, Zach landed VH1 shows and later major success with The Hangover.
Movies Becoming An Elitist Experience
- Bert predicts movies and theaters will shrink into an elitist niche as streaming consolidates studios.
- He argues Netflix-style platforms prefer at-home releases and will reduce theatrical incentives.
