The Downside with Gianmarco Soresi
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Stand up comedian and lifelong cynic Gianmarco Soresi interviews people more famous than him about all the downsides to their life. If you like looking on the bright side of life, f*ck off. This is a podcast where complaining is encouraged, negativity celebrated and silver linings debunked. Misery loves company and when Gianmarco is with company he loves talking about their miseries. You can follow @gianmarcosoresi on all social platforms.
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Apr 19, 2025 • 19min
#276 The Last Time We Ever Talk About Bill Maher (Patreon Exclusive)
In this Patreon exclusive excerpt from episode #276, Gianmarco and Russell discuss why Bill Maher’s White House visit did absolutely nothing.Join the Patreon for only $5 a month to listen to the full episode: https://www.patreon.com/downsideFollow The Downside with Gianmarco Soresi on Instagram & TikTokFollow Gianmarco Soresi on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok,Facebook, & YouTubeSubscribe to Gianmarco Soresi's email & texting listsGet tickets to see Gianmarco Soresi in a city near youFollow Russell Daniels on Twitter & InstagramE-mail the show at TheDownsideWGS@gmail.comProduced by Paige Asachika & Gianmarco SoresiTechnical production by Ty Colgate & Lucas StoneVideo edited by Dave ColumboSpecial Thanks Tovah SilbermannOriginal music by Douglas GoodhartSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Apr 15, 2025 • 1h 36min
#275 We Don’t Pull Out with Felipe Esparza
Comedian Felipe Esparza (and guest co-host Kristin Chirico) joins to share the downsides of selling your mom’s contraceptives at school, what it takes to pass the U.S. citizenship test, finding out that your identity was stolen, and why government entities should not have social media accounts. Gianmarco and Russell discuss how much everyone loved our last episode. Thank you to our friends at Spotify for letting us record in their beautiful studio!Join the Patreon free for 7 days for ad-free episodes, exclusive content, and MORE.Follow Felipe on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, X, & FacebookSee Felipe in a city near you: https://felipesworld.com/Follow Kristin on Instagram, TikTok, X, & YouTubeSee Kristin in a city near you: https://kristinchirico.com/Keep an eye out for Kristin's new podcast, Losing Followers!Follow The Downside with Gianmarco Soresi on InstagramFollow Gianmarco Soresi on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok,Facebook, & YouTubeSubscribe to Gianmarco Soresi's email & texting listsGet tickets to see Gianmarco Soresi in a city near youFollow Russell Daniels on Twitter & InstagramE-mail the show at TheDownsideWGS@gmail.comProduced by Paige Asachika & Gianmarco SoresiVideo edited by Dave ColumboSpecial Thanks Tovah SilbermannOriginal music by Douglas GoodhartSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Apr 8, 2025 • 1h 25min
#274 I Stand Corrected with Robby Hoffman
Comedian Robby Hoffman returns to share the downsides of proposing via crossword, their inability to talk to hot men, and why marriage is a personal choice and nobody should feel pressured to submit to societal norms that were established by the Catholic Church.Join the Patreon free for 7 days for ad-free episodes, exclusive content, and MORE.Follow Robby on InstagramSee Robby in a city near you: https://linktr.ee/robbyhoffmanFollow The Downside with Gianmarco Soresi on InstagramFollow Gianmarco Soresi on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok,Facebook, & YouTubeSubscribe to Gianmarco Soresi's email & texting listsGet tickets to see Gianmarco Soresi in a city near youFollow Russell Daniels on Twitter & InstagramE-mail the show at TheDownsideWGS@gmail.comProduced by Paige Asachika & Gianmarco SoresiVideo edited by Dave ColumboSpecial Thanks Tovah SilbermannOriginal music by Douglas GoodhartSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Apr 5, 2025 • 16min
#273 Bill Maher is a Fraud (Patreon Excerpt)
Gianmarco and Russell discuss how proud they are of Bill Maher for getting invited to the White House. Join the Patreon for only $5 a month to listen to the full episode: https://www.patreon.com/downsideFollow The Downside with Gianmarco Soresi on Instagram & TikTokFollow Gianmarco Soresi on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok,Facebook, & YouTubeSubscribe to Gianmarco Soresi's email & texting listsGet tickets to see Gianmarco Soresi in a city near youFollow Russell Daniels on Twitter & InstagramE-mail the show at TheDownsideWGS@gmail.comProduced by Paige Asachika & Gianmarco SoresiTechnical production by Ty ColgateVideo edited by Dave ColumboSpecial Thanks Tovah SilbermannOriginal music by Douglas GoodhartSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Apr 1, 2025 • 1h 53min
#272 Loathing Hollywood with Sam Reich
Sam Reich, CEO of Dropout and a talented comedian, dives into his unconventional journey after dropping out of high school. He discusses the absurdities of Hollywood's film release timelines and the frustrations of navigating the entertainment industry. The conversation flows through the challenges of parental expectations and the comedic mishaps of his childhood. With insights on the evolving talent landscape fueled by social media, Sam explores how these changes impact creativity and the comedy scene, leaving listeners with much to ponder about the future of entertainment.
Mar 25, 2025 • 2h 13min
#271 Cave Diving Abortions with Stanzi Potenza
Comedian Stanzi Potenza joins to share the downsides of spending too much on Girl Scout cookies, being diagnosed with epilepsy in your 20s, having a close call with death right before your dad moves to another state, Dragon Ball Z being banned at home, and why cave diving has gotta stop.TW: suicide, self-harm, death. If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts or a crisis, please reach out immediately to the Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255 or text HOME to the Crisis Text Line at 741741. These services are free and confidential.Join the Patreon free for 7 days for ad-free episodes, exclusive content, and MORE.Follow Stanzi on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, & FacebookFollow Kristin on Instagram, TikTok, X, & YouTubeSee Kristin in a city near you: https://kristinchirico.com/Follow The Downside with Gianmarco Soresi on InstagramFollow Gianmarco Soresi on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok,Facebook, & YouTubeSubscribe to Gianmarco Soresi's email & texting listsGet tickets to see Gianmarco Soresi in a city near youFollow Russell Daniels on Twitter & InstagramE-mail the show at TheDownsideWGS@gmail.comProduced by Paige Asachika & Gianmarco SoresiVideo edited by Dave ColumboSpecial Thanks Tovah SilbermannOriginal music by Douglas GoodhartSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Mar 22, 2025 • 3min
Coaching My Friend’s First Crowd Work Clip (Patreon Excerpt)
In this Patreon exclusive episode excerpt, the boys are live from Toronto and Gianmarco coaches Russell through his first attempt at crowd work.Join the Patreon for only $5 a month to watch the rest of the episode where Gianmarco and Russell share the downsides of going to an underwhelming shoe museum, Downside favorite Liam Nelson discusses what it’s like to be 7ft tall, and we investigate why Canada’s politeness has gotta stop. https://www.patreon.com/downsideFollow The Downside with Gianmarco Soresi on InstagramFollow Gianmarco Soresi on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok,Facebook, & YouTubeSubscribe to Gianmarco Soresi's email & texting listsGet tickets to see Gianmarco Soresi in a city near youFollow Russell Daniels on Twitter & InstagramE-mail the show at TheDownsideWGS@gmail.comProduced by Paige Asachika & Gianmarco SoresiVideo edited by Dave ColumboSpecial Thanks Tovah SilbermannOriginal music by Douglas GoodhartSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Mar 18, 2025 • 1h 47min
#270 Surrounded by America with Dallas Goldtooth
Actor and comedian Dallas Goldtooth shares the downsides of bringing a fleshlight through TSA, working with republicans to shut down the Dakota Pipeline, protecting his daughter’s right to not stand for the Pledge of Allegiance, and we’re tested on how many Native American tribes we can name by memory.Join the Patreon free for 7 days for ad-free episodes, exclusive content, and MORE.Follow Dallas on Instagram, TikTok, Threads, & BlueskyFollow The Downside with Gianmarco Soresi on InstagramFollow Gianmarco Soresi on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok,Facebook, & YouTubeSubscribe to Gianmarco Soresi's email & texting listsGet tickets to see Gianmarco Soresi in a city near youFollow Russell Daniels on Twitter & InstagramE-mail the show at TheDownsideWGS@gmail.comProduced by Paige Asachika & Gianmarco SoresiVideo edited by Dave ColumboSpecial Thanks Tovah SilbermannOriginal music by Douglas GoodhartSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Mar 15, 2025 • 12min
#269 My Sister Skipped Her Finals to Dance for Lady Gaga on SNL (Patreon Excerpt)
In this Patreon exclusive episode excerpt, Gianmarco's little sister Katie Koegel, who just got back dancing for Karol G’s global tour, joins for a Patreon-exclusive episode to share the downsides of almost dancing with Lady Gaga on SNL.Join the Patreon for only $5 a month to hear the rest of the episode including getting asked for dating advice by her mom, and taking hip hop classes with her lanky uncoordinated comedian brother.Follow Katie on InstagramFollow The Downside with Gianmarco Soresi on InstagramFollow Gianmarco Soresi on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok,Facebook, & YouTubeSubscribe to Gianmarco Soresi's email & texting listsGet tickets to see Gianmarco Soresi in a city near youFollow Russell Daniels on Twitter & InstagramE-mail the show at TheDownsideWGS@gmail.comProduced by Paige Asachika & Gianmarco SoresiVideo edited by Dave ColumboSpecial Thanks Tovah SilbermannOriginal music by Douglas GoodhartSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Mar 11, 2025 • 1h 51min
#268 Colonoscopy By Fire with Laura Peek
Comedian Laura Peek (and guest co-host Kristin Chirico) shares the downsides of almost getting a colonoscopy in the middle of the LA fires, the nostalgia (and homosexuality) of smoking cigarettes, and why sh*t talking Emilia Perez is important for the culture. Thank you to our friends at Spotify for letting us record at their beautiful studio! Join the Patreon free for 7 days for ad-free episodes, exclusive content, and MORE.Follow Laura on Instagram, TikTok, X, & FacebookSee Laura in a city near you: https://laurapeek.komi.io/Watch Laura's Tonight show set: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g-sFUAuNEUQFollow Kristin on Instagram, TikTok, X, & YouTubeSee Kristin in a city near you: https://kristinchirico.com/See The Downside live on tour in 2025! We're coming to LA, San Diego, Portland, Seattle, and San Francisco. For more info and tickets, visit https://linktr.ee/downsidepodFollow The Downside with Gianmarco Soresi on InstagramFollow Gianmarco Soresi on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok,Facebook, & YouTubeSubscribe to Gianmarco Soresi's email & texting listsGet tickets to see Gianmarco Soresi in a city near youFollow Russell Daniels on Twitter & InstagramE-mail the show at TheDownsideWGS@gmail.comProduced by Paige Asachika & Gianmarco SoresiVideo edited by Dave ColumboSpecial Thanks Tovah SilbermannOriginal music by Douglas GoodhartSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
