In this episode of Copeland's Corner, Tom Sawyer fills in for Brian Copeland, who is recovering from surgery. Tom is joined by guests Jake Johannsen, Belinda Waymouth, and Carole Davis as they discuss topical political issues, notably the impact of Donald Trump’s policies and actions, the socio-political role and behavior of billionaires, and the overall state of American democracy. The conversation touches upon the rise of authoritarianism globally, frustrations with the Democratic Party, and the importance of artists and journalists speaking up. The group also reflects on the state of comedy today, highlighting the differences between thought-provoking comedians like Bill Burr and more populist figures such as Joe Rogan.

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Connect with our Guests...

Jake Johannsen - JakeThis.com & @JakeThis on Instagram

Belinda Waymouth - @BelindaWaymouth on Instagram

Carole Davis - CaroleRaphaelleDavis.com & @CaroleRDavis on Instagram

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For more from Brian...

Visit his website: www.BrianCopeland.com

Follow on Social Media:

Instagram - @CopelandsCorner & @BrianCopie

Email: BrianCopelandShow@Gmail.com

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Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland.

This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.

Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer.

For any show inquiries, please email CopelandsCornerPodcast@gmail.com

This week's edition of Copeland's Corner, Tom Sawyer fills in for Brian and hosts a lively discussion that touches on a variety of topics. Headliners on the Headliners includes guests Tony Camin, Karen Anderson, and Steve Carey. They begin with a discussion on the current political climate, including RFK Jr.'s potential confirmation, Ebola outbreak in Uganda, and various conspiracy theories concerning terrorism, martial law, and the Trump administration's controversial decisions. The conversation also delves into the impact of conservative policies, voter suppression, and the loss of empathy in politics. The discussion later shifts to movies and TV shows, highlighting recent horrors and thrillers, the new series Shogun, and upcoming projects on their radar. They also offer reviews on good and bad films over the past year.

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Connect with our Guests...

Karen Anderson - Dining with Doug & Karen Podcast

Tony Camin - Website: TonyCamin.com and on Instagram @Tony.Camin

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For more from Brian...

Visit his website: www.BrianCopeland.com

Follow on Social Media:

Instagram - @CopelandsCorner & @BrianCopie

Email: BrianCopelandShow@Gmail.com

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Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland.

This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.

Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer.

For any show inquiries, please email CopelandsCornerPodcast@gmail.com

This week, Brian celebrates the 200th episode of Copeland's Corner, reflecting on the podcast's journey since its inception just before the pandemic shutdown. He discusses the adaptation to Zoom for the podcast and mentions the participation of over a hundred comedians. In this special episode featuring Eddie Brill, Mike Larsen, and Tom Sawyer, they cover various topics, including President Trump's controversial policies and their impacts, criticisms of political figures, and the state of comedy and free speech in today's political climate. The conversation also touches on personal experiences during 2020, motivations behind political behavior, the authenticity of public figures, and trends like population shifts in states with restrictive laws. In a new feature, the gang ponder the lessons learned over the course of the discussion and the evolution of their personal and professional lives.

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Connect with our Guests...

Eddie Brill - EddieBrill.com

Mike Larsen - @WriteMikeLarsen on Instagram

Tom Sawyer - TomSawyerVoices.com

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For more from Brian...

Visit his website: www.BrianCopeland.com

Follow on Social Media:

Instagram - @CopelandsCorner & @BrianCopie

Email: BrianCopelandShow@Gmail.com

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Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland.

This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.

Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer.

For any show inquiries, please email CopelandsCornerPodcast@gmail.com

This week's edition of Copeland's Corner...Brian Copeland welcomes guests David Spark, Conor Kellicutt, and Dan St. Paul as they discuss a range of topics including Trump's executive orders, the challenges of contemporary media consumption, and personal anecdotes on political and social issues. They chat about the implications of Trump's actions on various societal facets like education, immigration, and infrastructure, and reflects on how past and current events impact everyone's lives. They lighten things up with a humorous and insightful discussion on a variety of social phenomena, including celibacy, the value of live performances, and the potential relocation of Americans due to political circumstances.

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Connect with our Guests...

David Spark - CisoSeries.com

Conor Kellicutt - @ConorKellicutt on Instagram

Dan St. Paul - DanStPaulComedy.com and @DanStPaul on Instagram

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For more from Brian...

Visit his website: www.BrianCopeland.com

Follow on Social Media:

Instagram - @CopelandsCorner & @BrianCopie

Email: BrianCopelandShow@Gmail.com

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Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland.

This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.

Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer.

For any show inquiries, please email CopelandsCornerPodcast@gmail.com

In this week's edition Copeland's Corner, Brian welcomes Greg Proops, Ngaio Bealum & Yayne Abeba, as they delve into a range of topics including the influence of social media on careers, the pervasive nature of misinformation online, celebrity crushes, and their views on ongoing social and political issues, along with plans for their comedy shows. They touch also on the resilience of marginalized communities, the hypocrisy in politics, and personal anecdotes mixed with humor.

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Connect with our Guests...

Yayne Abeba - @YayneAbebaComedy on TikTok

Greg Proops - @ProopDog on Instagram

Ngaio Bealum - @Ngaio420 on Instagram

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For more from Brian...

Visit his website: www.BrianCopeland.com

Follow on Social Media:

Instagram - @CopelandsCorner & @BrianCopie

Email: BrianCopelandShow@Gmail.com

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Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland.

This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.

Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer.

For any show inquiries, please email CopelandsCornerPodcast@gmail.com

This week's edition of Copeland's Corner, Brian and his guests, Tom Sawyer, Carlos Alazraqui, and Johnny Steele, engage in a lively discussion covering a broad spectrum of topics. They reflect on the challenges and changes since the COVID-19 pandemic began, the impact of media and tech giants like Zuckerberg, Elon Musk, and Jeff Bezos aligning with Trump, and the implications for misinformation and propaganda. The conversation covers political issues such as the upcoming administration, American imperialism, and the polarization within the media. They debate the effects of recent elections, the legacy of former presidents like Jimmy Carter, and the potential consequences of Trump's reelection. The guests also discuss challenges in teaching empathy and kindness to children in a divisive political climate. They also pay tribute to the late comedian Jim Short.

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Connect with our Guests...

Carlos Alazraqui - CarlosAlazraqui.com

Johnny Steele - JohnnySteele.com

Tom Sawyer - TomSawyerVoices.com

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For more from Brian...

Visit his website: www.BrianCopeland.com

Follow on Social Media:

Instagram - @CopelandsCorner & @BrianCopie

Email: BrianCopelandShow@Gmail.com

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Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland.

This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.

Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer.

For any show inquiries, please email CopelandsCornerPodcast@gmail.com

On this week's edition of Copeland's Corner, Brian welcomes 'old' friends to podcast, comedians and fellow podcasters Blaine Capatch, Matt Weinhold, and Karen Anderson. Topics include how progressives should prepare for the Trump administration, the dangers of anti-vaxxers, and humorous celebrity encounters. The discussion shifts to personal stories, vaccination viewpoints, and living through the Trump era, mental health, the importance of voting, and recent mass shootings. They wrap things up with some light-hearted talk on childhood mischief, surviving risky behavior in youth, and a radio bit gone wrong.

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Connect with our Guests...

Matt Weinhold - MattWeinhold.com - Monster Party Podcast

Karen Anderson - Dining with Doug & Karen Podcast

Blain Capatch - Nerd Poker Podcast

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For more from Brian...

Visit his website: www.BrianCopeland.com

Follow on Social Media:

Instagram - @CopelandsCorner & @BrianCopie

Email: BrianCopelandShow@Gmail.com

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Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland.

This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.

Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer.

For any show inquiries, please email CopelandsCornerPodcast@gmail.com

In this episode of Copeland's Corner, Brian has intense debates on various topics with guests Ngaio Bealum, Brent Weinbach & Steve Mazan. They cover subjects such as the responsibilities of pharmaceutical companies, controversial historical acts, and the complexities of modern capitalism. The show also delves into the issues of the American healthcare system, the influence of big corporations, and the ongoing debates surrounding the Supreme Court and gun regulations. They also hit on the lighter side of life talking Christmas movies and personal anecdotes.

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Connect with our Guests...

Follow Ngaio Bealum on Instagram: @Ngaio420

Steve Mazan's Website: SteveMazan.com

Brent Weinbach's Website: BrentWeinbach.com

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For more from Brian...

Visit his website: www.BrianCopeland.com

Follow on Social Media:

Instagram - @CopelandsCorner & @BrianCopie

Email: BrianCopelandShow@Gmail.com

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Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland.

This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.

Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer.

For any show inquiries, please email CopelandsCornerPodcast@gmail.com