
StraightioLab
StraightioLab is an intellectual podcast where smart comedians George Civeris and Sam Taggart unpack the rich, multi-colored tapestry of straight culture. In each episode, George and Sam are joined by a guest to hold a MIRROR to society and finally get to the BOTTOM of mysterious and perverse topics such as college fraternities, gender reveal parties, the military, themed restaurants, and the concept of "the holidays." Scared? Good.
Latest episodes

May 12, 2020 • 1h 2min
"Game Shows" w/ Ike Ufomadu
This episode goes out to all the haters who said StraightioLab was "too structured" and "made too much sense." In it, George and Sam welcome comedian Ike Ufomadu who is also the first str*ight m*le guest and they talk about everything from Regis Philbin to The Weakest Link to the mysterious disappearances happening around Ike's ominous foundation. Reality is blurred, friendships are tested, and it even ends on a cliffhanger, which is a StraightioLab first. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 5, 2020 • 1h 13min
"Straight Bars" w/ Aaron Jackson
This week on the cultural criticism and bottoming podcast StraightioLab, comedian and published author Aaron Jackson joins Sam and George to get to the bottom of what is going on in straight bars (bars that are not gay) once and for all. Plus: Are millennial interior design aesthetics fascist? What is the deal with the witch who cursed Sam and George? Listen, rate, and subscribe to find out, and don't forget to order Aaron's novel, The Astonishing Life of August March, wherever books are sold!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 28, 2020 • 1h 10min
"Bisexuality" w/ Andrés Govea
This week on the problematic and morally bankrupt podcast StraightioLab, Barb comedian Andrés Govea breaks down the personalities of the three bisexual men they dated during the month of February. Plus: Does Lady Gaga's Joanne actually slap? Is Sam Munchausen-by-Proxy-ing George? Can you moonlight as a freelance police officer if you work in PR? Smash that play button to find out! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 21, 2020 • 1h 12min
"The Gym" w/ Charlie Bardey
This week on world-famous podcast and trusted news source "StraightioLab," George and Sam welcome comedian and previous podcast topic Charlie Bardey to discuss the gym. While it remains the most on-topic episode to date, there was still time to explore other concepts like what is George and Sam's relationship (co-workers), how did they come to have a podcast (failed reality show), and what is bisexuality. Please keep in mind, everything said on this podcast is true and not to mention smart. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 14, 2020 • 1h 13min
"Football" w/ Pat Regan
Sam and George welcome comedian and fellow gay podcaster Pat Regan to chat about a straight classic: football. We posit a variety of questions, such as: Is R.L Stine's Goosebumps problematic? Is Pat dating Christy Carlson Romano? Does having siblings make you more or less gay? Is baseball a part of football? Tune in to find out... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 7, 2020 • 1h 6min
"Christianity" w/ Celeste Yim
Sam and George welcome alleged Canadian Celeste Yim to the pod to talk about Bible camp, Zacharo Quinto sightings, the cognitive neuroscience of human memory, and our new intern Charlie Bardey. The Going Off Alarm makes a comeback and Celeste invents four new segments including "There's Nothing Wrong With Telling The Truth, Boys." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 1, 2020 • 1h 8min
"Denver" w/ Max Wittert
Sam and George welcome comedian and notable psychopath Max Wittert onto the pod to discuss the city on a plateau: Denver. Per usual, this beloved podcast remains thoughtful, smart, and above sea level. Please rate and subscribe and let us know if we welcomed our guest or not. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 20, 2020 • 1h 13min
"Stand Up Comedy" w/ Marcia Belsky
Sam and George welcome comedian Marcia Belsky to unpack one of the most central pillars of straight culture: Standup Comedy. Is being hot and doing standup a crime?? Who gatekeeps the gatekeepers?? What is the "going awf alarm" and more importantly...what does it sound like??? Find out this and more...on the intellectual and smart podcast...StraightioLab. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.