

#1899 - Yannis Pappas
Nov 16, 2022
Yannis Pappas, a stand-up comedian and host of "Long Days with Yannis Pappas," dives into a variety of amusing topics. They humorously dissect Austin's barbecue scene and contrast culinary identities across countries. Yannis reveals the bizarre threats of consuming black bear meat and shares wild anecdotes about suburban bear encounters. The discussion also touches on modern comedy production, the absurdity of cryptocurrency, and the complexities of law versus morality. It’s a lively exploration filled with laughs and thought-provoking insights!
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Barbecue Origins
- Joe Rogan learns about the German origins of American barbecue from Adam Curry.
- Smoked sausages and meats like brisket and corned beef have German roots.
Italian-American Food
- Joe Rogan recounts learning from Anthony Bourdain that American-Italian food is what Italian immigrants ate.
- Dishes like lasagna and chicken parmesan are not commonly found in Italy.
Cultural Food Differences
- Joe Rogan discusses how some cultures utilize ingredients Westerners might discard.
- He cites menudo, a Mexican dish made with tripe, as an example.