Are You Garbage? Comedy Podcast Insane Clown Posse!
Dec 4, 2025
Join Violent J and Shaggy 2 Dope, co-founders of the iconic Insane Clown Posse, as they delve into their fascinating journey from Detroit's struggles to defining the Juggalo subculture. They recount the dramatic 2011 FBI gang designation and their poignant Juggalo March. Discover hilarious tales of their early jobs, musical inspirations, and wild tour adventures. The duo candidly shares their experiences with parenting, money mismanagement, and the impact of addiction, all while ensuring a hefty dose of humor throughout.
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Gang Label Had Real Consequences
- The FBI labeled Juggalos a gang in 2011, which turned a joke into real legal and social consequences.
- Violent J and Shaggy 2 Dope describe how that designation led to arrests, job loss, and local police funding abuses.
March On Washington Changed The Conversation
- ICP marched on Washington in 2017 after failed lawsuits and got national attention.
- The march pressured authorities and helped reverse some institutional treatment of Juggalos.
Poverty Fueled Early Hustles
- Both grew up in extreme poverty with broken homes and family addiction issues.
- They repeatedly describe hustling from childhood and learning to scheme in low-wage jobs.