The Downside with Gianmarco Soresi

Demi Adejuyigbe, a talented comedian and internet creator, joins the discussion to reflect on his journey from London to Texas, touching on the challenges of losing his British accent. He humorously shares experiences of being meme-ified as a teen and attempting a backflip on stage. The conversation dives deep into the implications of being labeled 'wholesome' and the cultural nuances that come with it. Demi also candidly explores the interaction between content creation and living in the moment, offering insights on navigating internet fame.

Prepare for manic laughter as the hosts dive into the absurdities of the Riyadh Comedy Festival. They debate the implications of comedian participation, including Wayne Brady's involvement and Bill Burr's controversial praise. Expect sharp critiques on the idea that fast-food chains signify a country’s morality. Plus, a light-hearted look at the art of fake laughing on stage wraps up this entertaining discussion!

Siobhan Thompson, a comedian and writer known for her work on Dimension 20, dives into fascinating topics like the pitfalls of social media censorship and parallels between cults, religion, and politics. She shares her British upbringing and contrasts etiquette differences, while also lamenting the state of little free libraries. The conversation takes a turn towards the absurd with discussions on online abuse, the failures of Quibi, and frustrations with clothing sizes, all sprinkled with humor and insight.

Two comedians hilariously bemoan their exclusion from the Riyadh Comedy Festival, debating what it would take to perform in Saudi Arabia. They tackle the ethical dilemmas of performing for a government with a controversial human rights record. The pair express disappointment in high-profile comics who accepted invitations, questioning whether humor can incite change under oppressive regimes. They also explore the notion of comedians as unwitting propagandists and ponder what bold statements a performer could make on such a stage.

Julio Torres, a comedian and writer known for his HBO series Fantasmas and his show Color Theories, joins to explore the quirks of alt comedy and childhood acting. He shares his amusing experiences with learning to walk straight and why he quit commercial acting. Julio laments the unchanging size of phone apps, suggesting a need for variety to spark creativity. The conversation takes a light turn as they discuss the oddities of sunsets and audience reactions during performances. Tune in for a mix of humor and insight!

Gianmarco and Russell tackle the fallout from Jimmy Kimmel's removal from the air, framing it as a signal of deeper First Amendment violations. They delve into the nuances of cancel culture, dissecting how it's reshaped by political agendas. The duo further explores the tactics used to police speech among younger audiences and how media figures leverage controversies for fame. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation that goes beyond comedy and taps into today's pressing cultural issues.

Drag superstar BenDeLaCreme joins to share the downsides of performing so well you leave Drag Race All Stars, the divided nature of current pop culture, dropping out of art school to pursue drag, and why being someone else’s favorite has gotta stop.Follow BenDeLaCreme on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTubeSee The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show on tour in a city near you! https://www.jinkxanddela.com/tour/#tour-dates---Go to https://drinkag1.com/DOWNSIDE to get a FREE Frother with your first purchase of AGZ--This is a Headgum podcast. Follow Headgum on Twitter, Instagram, and Tiktok.The Downside with Gianmarco Soresi has a Patreon! Subscribe here for two bonus episodes every month and access to exclusive content!Follow Gianmarco Soresi on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, and TwitterFollow Russell Daniels on InstagramFollow the show on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTokProduced by Paige Asachika & Gianmarco SoresiTechnical production by Ty Colgate & Lucas StoneVideo edited by Dave ColumboSpecial Thanks Tovah SilbermannOriginal music by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Douglas Goodhart⁠Executive Producer - Emma FoleyVP of Development & Production at Headgum - Kaiti MoosSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this Patreon excerpt, Gianmarco and Russell discuss what it’s like to perform on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon! Watch the full episode exclusively on Patreon, and join for only $5 a month! https://www.patreon.com/downsideWatch Gianmarco's Tonight Show set here: https://youtu.be/tD-5Ji-3I8w---This is a Headgum podcast. Follow Headgum on Twitter, Instagram, and Tiktok.The Downside with Gianmarco Soresi has a Patreon! Subscribe here for two bonus episodes every month and access to exclusive content!Follow Gianmarco Soresi on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, and TwitterFollow Russell Daniels on InstagramFollow the show on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTokProduced by Paige Asachika & Gianmarco SoresiTechnical production by Ty Colgate & Lucas StoneVideo edited by Dave ColumboSpecial Thanks Tovah SilbermannOriginal music by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Douglas Goodhart⁠Executive Producer - Emma FoleyVP of Development & Production at Headgum - Kaiti MoosSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Comedian Nataly Aukar joins to share the downsides of getting a breast reduction, being forced to finish your food, fleeing Lebanon while under attack by Israel, the similarities between car bombs and snow days, and why automatic toilets have gotta stop flushing.Follow Nataly Aukar on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTubeSee Nataly Aukar in a city near you: https://punchup.live/natalyaukar/tickets---Go to https://www.Zocdoc.com/DOWNSIDE to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today. #sponsored--This is a Headgum podcast. Follow Headgum on Twitter, Instagram, and Tiktok.The Downside with Gianmarco Soresi has a Patreon! Subscribe here for two bonus episodes every month and access to exclusive content!Follow Gianmarco Soresi on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, and TwitterFollow Russell Daniels on InstagramFollow the show on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTokProduced by Paige Asachika & Gianmarco SoresiTechnical production by Ty Colgate & Lucas StoneVideo edited by Dave ColumboSpecial Thanks Tovah SilbermannOriginal music by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Douglas Goodhart⁠Executive Producer - Emma FoleyVP of Development & Production at Headgum - Kaiti MoosSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this Patreon excerpt, Gianmarco and Russell discuss Coldplay going viral again for bringing Israeli fans onstage at their Wembley Stadium show. Watch the full episode exclusively on Patreon, and join for only $5 a month! https://www.patreon.com/downside---This is a Headgum podcast. Follow Headgum on Twitter, Instagram, and Tiktok.The Downside with Gianmarco Soresi has a Patreon! Subscribe here for two bonus episodes every month and access to exclusive content!Follow Gianmarco Soresi on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, and TwitterFollow Russell Daniels on InstagramFollow the show on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTokProduced by Paige Asachika & Gianmarco SoresiTechnical production by Ty Colgate & Lucas StoneVideo edited by Dave ColumboSpecial Thanks Tovah SilbermannOriginal music by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Douglas Goodhart⁠Executive Producer - Emma FoleyVP of Development & Production at Headgum - Kaiti MoosSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.