The Dollop with Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds 138 - The Past Times with Andy Beckerman
Aug 16, 2025
Andy Beckerman, a comedian known for co-hosting Couples Therapy and Beginnings, joins the conversation with a blend of humor and insight. They share personal stories, including a bizarre poison cigar incident and amusing high school memories. The trio discusses whimsical topics like the quirks of prop comedy, the absurdities of musical performances, and even critiques societal norms around youth and wealth. Their banter about mythical fish and comically reimagined food ideas showcases their comedic chemistry and unique take on life’s eccentricities.
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Tiny Splinter, Big Anxiety
- Andy Beckerman describes obsessively digging a tiny pinprick on his finger thinking it was a splinter.
- He uses this to illustrate his anxious, overfocused emotional state during current events.
The Secret Trunk That Hid Whiskey
- The Alex Tribune reports a mysterious trunk brought to a hotel and locked away under secrecy.
- The trunk later vanished and the story reveals it contained whiskey linked to a bootlegging arrest.
Local News Is Social Glue
- Small-town papers mixed mundane local notices with moralizing commentary, reflecting tight social norms.
- Short items like 'carried the mail today' show community focus and sparse news supply.
