The Hard Talk
40 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 33 ratingsNew name, same old podcast! Stand-up comedian Johnny Taylor takes you on a weekly pop culture exploration of all things cult classic. Whether it’s metal, horror, or pro wrestling, Taylor has his finger firmly on the pulse, and be assured, he liked it first.
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Episodes
Amy Miller
September 29, 2022 11:00 - 38 minutes - 71 MBThe Hard Talk welcomes stand-up comedian, Amy Miller (@amymiller on Twitter @amymillercomedy on Instagram) to the show. Host Johnny Taylor (@hipsterocracy) and Amy reflect on coming up in the Bay Area comedy scene, paying rent on an apartment you're never at, and being too edgy for NBC. Rate, review and subscribe!
RJ City
September 16, 2022 11:00 - 45 minutes - 83.2 MBJohnny (@hipsterocracy) talks with professional wrestler, actor, and host of Hey! (EW), RJ CIty (RJCity1 on Twitter and @RJCity on Instagram) about comedy, AEW, and what it feels like to be ghosted on Twitter. Please rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast wherever you do that sort of thing.
Keith Lowell Jensen
September 09, 2022 11:00 - 43 minutes - 80.4 MBHost Johnny Taylor (@hipsterocracy) welcomes comedian and author, Keith Lowell Jensen (@keithlowell) back to the show to discuss his new stand-up special taping (his 9th!), avoiding the cops, and delivering comedy like pizza. Please rate, review, and subscribe to the podcast wherever you get your podcast needs. Seriously though. Do it. It helps.
Diana Prince (Darcy the Mail Girl)
September 02, 2022 11:00 - 40 minutes - 73.9 MBThis week Johnny (@hipsterocracy) gets spooky with Diana Prince (AKA Darcy the Mail Girl from Shudder's Last Drive-In with Joe Bob Briggs). They chat about how Diana played a role in bringing Joe Bob out of retirement, haters, and horror (duh). Follow Diana on Twitter @kinky_horror or Instagram @dianaprincexo. Please rate, review, and subscribe and never miss when an episode drops.
Nick Youssef
August 26, 2022 21:20 - 1 hour - 114 MBWE'RE BACK!!! The Hard Talk returns with the lost Nick Youssef episode (@nickyoussef). Nick and host, Johnny Taylor (@hipsterocracy) discuss comedy being back in full swing, Nick's first road gigs (with Pauly Shore), and his obsession with the band TOOL. Rate, review, and subscribe.
Chris Gethard
December 11, 2021 12:00 - 59 minutes - 110 MBOn a brand new episode of The Hard Talk, host Johnny Taylor is joined by stand-up comedian, podcaster, and TV host, Chris Gethard to chat about his new hour, wrasslin', and The Smiths. Stream, rate, and review wherever you do that sorta thing.
Melissa Villaseñor
December 04, 2021 12:00 - 46 minutes - 86.3 MBJohnny (@hipsterocracy) is joined by Saturday Night Live's Melissa Villasenor (@melissavcomedy) to chat stand-up comedy, SNL, and what it's like to get a big break. Johnny also rants about Squadcast and yet another kidney stone surgery. Stream wherever you stream stuff.
Raul Gonzo
October 08, 2021 11:00 - 43 minutes - 81.1 MBOn a new episode of The Hard Talk, Johnny (@hipsterocracy) chats with music video director, artist, and stand-up comedian, Raul Gonzo (@raulgonzo) about channeling his love for music into directing videos, surrealist cinema, and of course, comedy. Stream, rate, and subscribe wherever you do that sort of thing.
Michael James Schneider
September 24, 2021 12:17 - 44 minutes - 83.9 MBOn an all new The Hard Talk, Johnny (@hipsterocracy) is joined by artist (Balloon art, Boxed Wine Boyfriend) Michael James Schneider (@blcksmth) to talk going viral, balloons, and pissing off the right people. Subscribe, stream, rate and review wherever you get your podcast fix.
Kyle Kinane
September 17, 2021 11:00 - 47 minutes - 87.7 MBJohnny Taylor (@hipsterocracy) is back with The Hard Talk! Comedian and actor, Kyle Kinane (@kylekinane) joins the show to talk getting cancelled on Zoom, pickle back shots, and the time Johnny and Kyle nearly got kicked out of Gilman for sneaking beers into the green room.
Kenley Collins
May 26, 2021 11:00 - 35 minutes - 66.2 MBProject Runway Season 5's Kenley Collins (@kenleycollins) joins Johnny (@hipsterocracy) to talk Tim Gunn being a jerk, Florida being wild, and real estate. Stream wherever you stream podcasts and stuff.
Episode 26: Sophia Flores
May 19, 2021 11:00 - 38 minutes - 71.4 MBHost Johnny Taylor (@hipsterocracy) is joined by punk rocker, vegan, and weed boss, Sophia Flores. As the manager of Abatin Wellness (@abatinsacramento) in Sacramento, we talk about cannabis transitioning from medical to adult use, being essential during the pandemic, and risking your life to see shitty bands. Stream wherever you stream podcasts.
Episode 25: Robert Berry
May 05, 2021 10:00 - 56 minutes - 103 MBOn a brand new Hipsterocracy, Johnny (@hipsterocracy) is joined by his long time friend and hilarious comedian and author, Robert Berry (@retrocrush). They muse about being late to rock concerts, overbooked comedy shows, and joke books. Stream wherever you stream stuff.
Episode 24: Drennon Davis
April 21, 2021 16:17 - 49 minutes - 91.1 MBOn an all new Hipsterocracy, Johnny (@hipsterocracy) is joined by mad musical and comedy genius, Drennon Davis (@drennondavis). They talk crowd interaction, The SF Comedy Competition, and puppet shows. Stream wherever you stream podcasts, or also here: www.thehardtimes.net/podcasts.
Episode 23: Val Nigro and Clara Pluton
April 14, 2021 11:00 - 55 minutes - 103 MBOn an all new Hipsterocracy, Johnny (@hipsterocracy) is joined by hosts of the Hot Takes With Hot Dykes Podcast, Val Nigro (@vallyo on Twitter / @teenbeat_84 on IG) and Clara Pluton (@clarapluton) to talk missing bad shows, man ponytails, and Guitar Hero. Stream wherever you stream podcasts.
Episode 22: Brendan Benson (The Raconteurs)
April 07, 2021 11:00 - 43 minutes - 80.4 MBOn a brand new episode of Hipsterocracy, Johnny (@hipsterocracy) is joined by Brendan Benson (@brendanbensonsongs) of The Raconteurs (@theraconteurs) to discuss why comedians wish they were rock stars and rock stars wish they were comedians, touring, and why weed is awesome. Stream wherever you stream stuff or here: www.thehardtimes.net/podcasts
Episode 21: Alexandra Tweten
March 24, 2021 08:00 - 37 minutes - 70.8 MBOn an all new Hipsterocracy, Author of "Bye Felipe", Alexandra Tweten (@byefelipe) joins Johnny (@hipsterocracy) to talk dating in a pandemic, clinical depression vs. regular depression, and wi-fi cat feeders. Stream, subscribe, rate, and review wherever you do your podcast listening.
Episode 20: Blag Dahlia (The Dwarves)
March 10, 2021 09:00 - 43 minutes - 81 MBJohnny is joined by frontman of The Dwarves, Blag Dahlia. Conversation ranges from PC culture, what it's like to be a rock legend, and the debut of a new song from Blag's upcoming solo album. Stream, subscribe, rate, and review anywhere you stream podcasts
Episode 19: Spies Like Us Podcast (Tod Hostetler and David Mohajer)
March 03, 2021 09:00 - 41 minutes - 77.2 MBJohnny (@hipsterocracy) is joined by the hosts of the Spies Like Us (@spies_likeus) podcast to chat about all things espionage cinema. We also talk film in general, making a podcast, and why listening to the competition is overrated. Stream wherever you stream things or just go here: www.thehardtimes.net/podcasts
Episode 18: Max Collins (Eve 6)
February 24, 2021 09:00 - 39 minutes - 73.4 MBHost Johnny Taylor (@hipsterocracy) is joined by Eve 6 frontman and newly-crowned King of Twitter, Max Collins (@Eve6 and @MaxCollinsMusic). They talk about Twitter fame, being an overnight success, and if you know when you've written a hit.
Episode 17 - David Rodriguez
February 10, 2021 09:00 - 39 minutes - 73.4 MBThis week on Hipsterocracy, Johnny is joined by stand-up comedian David Rodriguez and new comedy club owner (The Comedy Fort in Ft. Collins, CO) to talk opening a comedy club, being busy when the world is on pause, and how it takes a village to make your dreams come true. Check it out at the Hard Times Podcast Network!
Episode 16 - Love Horrors
February 03, 2021 09:00 - 49 minutes - 91.4 MBThe Love Horrors comedy troupe (Alicia Davis, Morgan Anderson, and Emily Pedersen) joins Johnny to discuss transitioning from stand-up to sketch, being creative in a pandemic, and what they miss most about performing live. Johnny also gives an update on his upcoming comedy album on Stand Up!
Best of Stand-up Comedy Episode
January 27, 2021 09:00 - 44 minutes - 82.3 MBThis week on Hipsterocracy, Johnny takes some of the best clips from the show's stand-up comedy guests to talk about those trying times from just starting out in the business. Guests include Keith Lowell Jensen, Dave Sirus, Ngaio Bealum, Christina Parrish, JT Habersaat, and Hal Sparks. Listen at the Hard Times Podcast Network
The Hard Times Podcast w/ Pierce Jordan and GG Guerra (Soul Glo)
January 21, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 95.7 MBToday on the Hard Times Podcast, Soul Glo members Pierce Jordan and GG Guerra stop by to talk upgrading punk houses, flat earths and finding love in hopeless places. Check it out at The Hard Times Podcast Network!
Episode 15 - Capital Punishment
January 20, 2021 14:02 - 53 minutes - 100 MBCapitol Punishment is a weekly pun competition show that has been described as "equal parts pro wrestling, stand up comedy, and 8 mile". Show creators Daniel Humbarger and Damian Harmony as well as host/referee Mark Burg join Johnny to chat about the origins of the show, the pun renaissance, and Johnny being mean to new comedians.
Episode 14: Ben Roy
January 13, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 114 MB"Those Who Can't" star, stand-up comedian, and front man for the band Spells, Ben Roy joins Johnny to talk anxiety, comedy, and everyone in LA being kinda famous.
Episode 13 - Lucien Greaves
January 06, 2021 09:30 - 48 minutes - 89.4 MBCo-founder of The Satanic Temple, Lucien Greaves joins Johnny to discuss satanism during a pandemic, Satanic sect confusion, and how lockdown boredom inspired watching cult classics with other satanists. Check out the full episode at www.thehardtimes.net/podcasts
Episode 12 - Mickey Avalon
December 30, 2020 16:32 - 38 minutes - 72 MBJohnny had a chance to catch up with the always provocative Mickey Avalon to talk crazy road shows, why protests are good, and how he rediscovered his love for painting during the pandemic.
Episode 11 - JT Habersaat
December 23, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 121 MBJohnny's joined by stand-up comedian, toymaker, and creator of Altercation Festival, JT Habersaat. They chop it up about vaccines, touring, and learning new tricks during the lockdown.
Episode 10 - Christina Parrish
December 09, 2020 09:00 - 42 minutes - 78.9 MBJohnny's joined by the writer and star of the new controversial comedy "Call Me Brother", Christina Parrish. They chat about the movie, the Austin comedy scene, and of course, Joe Rogan.
Episode 9 - Daniel Humbarger
December 02, 2020 04:21Comedian and video game guru Daniel Humbarger joins Johnny to discuss what it's like as a community manager for a popular video game, the next generation systems, and of course, breaking up.
Episode 9 - Daniel Humbarger
December 02, 2020 04:21Comedian and video game guru Daniel Humbarger joins Johnny to discuss what it's like as a community manager for a popular video game, the next generation systems, and of course, breaking up.
Episode 8 - Ash Blodgett, Pat Edwards, and Rose
November 25, 2020 09:00 - 49 minutes - 92 MBJohnny talks to Ash Blodgett, Pat Edwards, and Rose about their new pandemic-centric short film "Joining Call" as well as their cult classic movie podcast "Let's Rewatch". They also dig into Pat getting the 'rona, and Johnny whines about getting dumped.
Episode 7 - Galen Howard
November 11, 2020 08:57 - 41 minutes - 75.7 MBCharacter actor (I'll Be Around, Brooklyn 99, hella music videos) and great dude, Galen Howard joins Johnny for a chat about acting, orbiting each other before meeting, and transitioning from bad student weirdo into living your dreams.
Episode 6 - Logan Lynn
November 04, 2020 09:00 - 43 minutes - 101 MBMusician, Filmmaker, and Activist Logan Lynn joins Johnny for a conversation about the Portland music scene, creating content in a global pandemic, and Gucci.
Episode 5 - Hal Sparks
October 28, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 158 MBComedian, Actor, Political Pundit, and metalhead, Hal Sparks joins Johnny for a chat about drunk Trump, comedy stories, and of course METAL. Hal also shows off those sweet metal pipes in an impromptu acapella session. It's hella tight.
Episode 4 - Aaron Carnes
October 21, 2020 13:28 - 47 minutes - 109 MBHost and avid hater of ska music, Johnny Taylor has author of “In Defense of Ska” and writer for Playboy, Aaron Carnes on the show. They chat about writing during a pandemic, bands that aren’t divas, and ska of course.
Episode 3 - Ngaio Bealum
October 14, 2020 10:00 - 46 minutes - 44 MBStand-up comedian and cannabis activist Ngaio Bealum (Netflix show “Smoking on High”) joins the show to riff on losing time during the pandemic, zoom comedy shows, and starting out in the stacked Bay Area comedy scene in the late 80s.
Episode 2 - David SIrus
October 07, 2020 10:00 - 43 minutes - 80.7 MBHost Johnny Taylor chats with comedian, and "King of Staten Island" co-writer, Dave Sirus. They talk about releasing a huge project in the early portion of a global lockdown, Trump, and why writing for Saturday Night Live isn't all it's cracked up to be.
Episode 1 - Keith Lowell Jensen
September 28, 2020 22:25 - 50 minutes - 117 MBOn episode one of Hipsterocracy, Johnny Taylor welcomes stand-up comedian and author, Keith Lowell Jensen to the show. They talk starting out, record deals, and punching Nazis. You know, the basics.