Let Me Be Clear: with Alex Gettlin
154 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsLibertarian minded, perpetually frustrated & politically homeless; comedian & commentator Alex Gettlin sits down weekly to give his analysis and thouhts on all the happening in the news, politics, society & culture. Follow Alex on all platforms @AlexGettlin
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Episodes
Ep 075: Summer update
July 06, 2021 03:32 - 14 minutes - 13.4 MBA quick update for some things coming to the show in the near future.
Ep 074: Too Much Content w Ani Moush & Irish O'Neil
June 03, 2021 22:13 - 1 hour - 35.4 MBThis episode I'm joined by podcast & production duo Ani Moush and Irish O'neil, co-owners of 'Too Much Content'. We talk about where we see the future of podcasting going, the surge of NYC's new spike of homeless in the wake of Covid lockdowns, 'call-out' culture in the world of standup, and a whole bunch of other topics (too much to fit into this description). But it's all funny and interesting stuff, so give it a listen. Check out Too Much Content at: www.toomuchcontent.live
Ep 073: A little bit of everything
May 21, 2021 05:42 - 1 hour - 49 MBBack from a bit of a hiatus this week, with a long form discussion with two of my favorite funny people. More regular episodes returning soon.
Ep 072: Comedians Roundtable with Anthony Amorello & Jack Burke
April 02, 2021 20:21 - 1 hour - 47.2 MBIn this episode, I'm joined by two of my favorite funny people; Anthony Amorello and Jack Burke. We dive into a LOT this episode... everything from the new covid-passports, to the best way to plan a bachelor party, to 'if Tony Stark is a libertarian?' There's a lot of Gems in this one. Also, Jack thinks we need to cancel the internet. Give it a listen, and be sure to follow both of these hilarious dudes on their pages. Anthony Jack
Ep 071 - Vaccine Passports, Amazon's Twitter Army, more Gina Carano Haters
April 01, 2021 00:06 - 39 minutes - 54.1 MBVaccine passports seem to be a reality that's right around the corner, unfortunately. I've got some thoughts. Spoiler, this isn't going to end well for us. Also, Gina Carano gets more hatred from the 'woke' left. And Amazon has an interesting new strategy to take on its critics.
Ep 070: The Trump App, Trans-Cakes & Biden's Border Criss
March 24, 2021 17:07 - 42 minutes - 58.6 MBDonald Trump's announced he's launching his own social media app in the near future. I give my take (spoiler; it's going to be great for corporate media and awful for the rest of us). Also I give my thoughts on the current situation surrounding Biden's border crisis, the rapidly escalating tensions between the US and China, and a story out of Colorado about the conservative baker who can't stop getting sued by progressives. This time it's over his refusal to bake a celebratory Trans-cake.
The Last Block Buster, Dad-Training & Dog Owner Etiquette
March 18, 2021 20:19 - 56 minutes - 26.1 MBAnother solo episode this week. I kick things off with a quick recap & update of where I plan to take the show moving forward. I give my latest thoughts on my preparation into 'Dad-hood', my recent experience with psycho dog owners, a review of the new Netflix document sty The Last Blockbuster, and I bring back an old (and favorite) segment 'breaking down this week's craziest headlines.
EP 069: The Last Block Buster, Dad-Training & Dog Owner Etiquette
March 18, 2021 20:19 - 56 minutes - 26.1 MBAnother solo episode this week. I kick things off with a quick recap & update of where I plan to take the show moving forward. I give my latest thoughts on my preparation into 'Dad-hood', my recent experience with psycho dog owners, a review of the new Netflix document sty The Last Blockbuster, and I bring back an old (and favorite) segment 'breaking down this week's craziest headlines.
We gotta cancel calling things cancel culture
March 13, 2021 00:32 - 44 minutes - 20.7 MBFlying solo this episode; giving a few thoughts on Cuomo's cancel culture comments, the overblown Dr. Seuss outrage, and how to 'unplug from the grid'.
EP 068: We gotta cancel calling things cancel culture
March 13, 2021 00:32 - 44 minutes - 20.7 MBFlying solo this episode; giving a few thoughts on Cuomo's cancel culture comments, the overblown Dr. Seuss outrage, and how to 'unplug from the grid'.
Medicare For All... or Anyone? w guest Ricky Dunlop aka R!CKYRANTS
March 05, 2021 21:09 - 1 hour - 30.4 MBMy progressive pal Ricky Dunlop (aka R!CKYRANTS) returns to the podcast this week. We dive into everything surrounding M4A, the capitol 'insurrection' (the coup that wasn't), Elon Musk's plan to create his own city in Texas.
EP 067: Medicare For All... or Anyone? w guest Ricky Dunlop aka R!CKYRANTS
March 05, 2021 21:09 - 1 hour - 30.4 MBMy progressive pal Ricky Dunlop (aka R!CKYRANTS) returns to the podcast this week. We dive into everything surrounding M4A, the capitol 'insurrection' (the coup that wasn't), Elon Musk's plan to create his own city in Texas.
Genderless Potato Head, Black History Month & The Infinite Woke Wars
February 28, 2021 18:33 - 2 hours - 57.1 MBThis episode I'm joined by two of my favorite fellow comedian podcasters, and co-hosts of the Ready, Set Blow Podcast; Randy Valerio and Chase Abel. We dive into everything culture-war this episode, ranging from the new 'genderless' potato head toy to 'is it time to update the role of Black History month for usefulness in 2021. Give it a listen.
EP 066: Genderless Potato Head, Black History Month & The Infinite Woke Wars
February 28, 2021 18:33 - 2 hours - 57.1 MBThis episode I'm joined by two of my favorite fellow comedian podcasters, and co-hosts of the Ready, Set Blow Podcast; Randy Valerio and Chase Abel. We dive into everything culture-war this episode, ranging from the new 'genderless' potato head toy to 'is it time to update the role of Black History month for usefulness in 2021. Give it a listen.
EP 065: Gina Carano, TIME Magazine & The Catholic Church
February 13, 2021 07:43 - 1 hour - 45.8 MBThis episode I'm joined by fellow comic and host of The Actual News with Alex Giampapa, Alex Giampapa. Alex and I discuss Gina Carano's recent firing from Disney+, dived into some history of the Catholic Church, and its similarities to today's political elites, and, analyze the recent article from TIME Magazine: The Secret History of the Shadow Campaign That Saved the 2020 Election.
Gina Carano, TIME Magazine & The Catholic Church
February 13, 2021 07:43 - 1 hour - 45.8 MBThis episode I'm joined by fellow comic and host of The Actual News with Alex Giampapa, Alex Giampapa. Alex and I discuss Gina Carano's recent firing from Disney+, dived into some history of the Catholic Church, and its similarities to today's political elites, and, analyze the recent article from TIME Magazine: The Secret History of the Shadow Campaign That Saved the 2020 Election.
LMBC is back from hiatus
February 05, 2021 06:09 - 24 minutes - 11.4 MBAfter a few month hiatus, Let Me Be Clear is back with regular episodes. New eps dropping regularly weekly. Stay tuned for more soon.
EP 064: LMBC is back from hiatus
February 05, 2021 06:09 - 24 minutes - 11.4 MBAfter a few month hiatus, Let Me Be Clear is back with regular episodes. New eps dropping regularly weekly. Stay tuned for more soon.
EP 063: It's a wrap on 2020 (finally!)
December 31, 2020 22:12 - 7 minutes - 13.3 MBQuick update to wrap up 2020. We'll be back with new, full episodes in 2021.
It's a wrap on 2020 (finally!)
December 31, 2020 22:12 - 7 minutes - 13.3 MBQuick update to wrap up 2020. We'll be back with new, full episodes in 2021.
EP 062: Prepare for a Landslide?
November 02, 2020 04:20 - 29 minutes - 13.8 MBWe're finally at the home stretch of this never-ending election cycle, with the election only days away, I give my analysis of what's coming, and how we should prepare.
Prepare for a Landslide?
November 02, 2020 04:20 - 29 minutes - 13.8 MBWe're finally at the home stretch of this never-ending election cycle, with the election only days away, I give my analysis of what's coming, and how we should prepare.
EP 061: It's not 'left' vs 'right'...it's the politically obsessed vs everyone else. with Anjan Biswas
October 23, 2020 03:29 - 59 minutes - 27.6 MBThis episode I'm joined by comedian and host of the 'Midlife Isis' podcast, Anjan Biswas. Anjan and I talk about the growing political divide in our country, and break down how it's actually much more between the politically obsessed and the politically apathetic, rather than between the 'left' and the 'right', despite what the media would have you think. Also, we dive into the recent spike in big tech censorship, the future of standup comedy, and what's next for internet activism.
It's not 'left' vs 'right'...it's the politically obsessed vs everyone else. with Anjan Biswas
October 23, 2020 03:29 - 59 minutes - 27.6 MBThis episode I'm joined by comedian and host of the 'Midlife Isis' podcast, Anjan Biswas. Anjan and I talk about the growing political divide in our country, and break down how it's actually much more between the politically obsessed and the politically apathetic, rather than between the 'left' and the 'right', despite what the media would have you think. Also, we dive into the recent spike in big tech censorship, the future of standup comedy, and what's next for internet activism.
EP 060: #Unity2020... What Comes Next?
October 17, 2020 04:59 - 1 hour - 31.2 MBThis episode is another release from what I've started to dub The Stereo Sessions; one of the great chat's I've had on the new social networking platform stereo. I had a conversation with Tucker Hobbie, Co-Lead of the Virginia Chapter of Articles of Unity. We talk about what's next for the unity movement, specifically looking at 2024, how to internet has warped many peoples' perception of what is and isn't free speech, and many other great insights surrounding this upcoming election.
#Unity2020... What Comes Next?
October 17, 2020 04:59 - 1 hour - 31.2 MBThis episode is another release from what I've started to dub The Stereo Sessions; one of the great chat's I've had on the new social networking platform stereo. I had a conversation with Tucker Hobbie, Co-Lead of the Virginia Chapter of Articles of Unity. We talk about what's next for the unity movement, specifically looking at 2024, how to internet has warped many peoples' perception of what is and isn't free speech, and many other great insights surrounding this upcoming election.
Raising Awareness for Armenia w Anthony Amorello & Mark Stevens
October 15, 2020 02:28 - 58 minutes - 27.2 MBThis episode I sit down with Armenian comedians Anthony Amorello and Mark Steven's to talk about the current genocide being committed by Azerbaijan against the Armenian people. We break down a bit of how this conflict started, why many world powers are continuing to ignore it, and what we can do to help raise awareness about this important issue. If you'd like to learn more, and donate to help those in need, head over to https://anca.org/
EP 059: Raising Awareness for Armenia w Anthony Amorello & Mark Stevens
October 15, 2020 02:28 - 58 minutes - 27.2 MBThis episode I sit down with Armenian comedians Anthony Amorello and Mark Steven's to talk about the current genocide being committed by Azerbaijan against the Armenian people. We break down a bit of how this conflict started, why many world powers are continuing to ignore it, and what we can do to help raise awareness about this important issue. If you'd like to learn more, and donate to help those in need, head over to https://anca.org/
Ice Cube Calls Out The Democrats, Apple's Cutting Corners (Again) &. Prisoner Torture via 'Baby Shark'
October 15, 2020 02:17 - 35 minutes - 16.7 MBApple announces the release of the iPhone 12, and they're charging more money for even less of a product. Are we still going to end up buying it? Sadly, yes, most likely. Also a prison in OK gets in hot water for using the song 'Baby Shark' to torture prisoners, and, liberal twitter has a collective meltdown, after rapper Ice Cube calls out the Democratic leadership for continually ignoring the plight of Black America.
EP 058: Ice Cube Calls Out The Democrats, Apple's Cutting Corners (Again) &. Prisoner Torture via 'Baby Shark'
October 15, 2020 02:17 - 35 minutes - 16.7 MBApple announces the release of the iPhone 12, and they're charging more money for even less of a product. Are we still going to end up buying it? Sadly, yes, most likely. Also a prison in OK gets in hot water for using the song 'Baby Shark' to torture prisoners, and, liberal twitter has a collective meltdown, after rapper Ice Cube calls out the Democratic leadership for continually ignoring the plight of Black America.
Our Commander in Covid
October 06, 2020 20:47 - 29 minutes - 13.8 MBLot's to dive into this episode; t's been a whirlwind of week with President Trump officially contracting and beating (maybe?) Covid-19. And of course in true Trump fashion, he delivers a bizarre message to the American public about his condition, plenty to direct here. Also, Regal cinemas is officially closing for good, and the US economy continues to circle the drain while we ride out the homestretch of this election madness.
EP 057: Our Commander in Covid
October 06, 2020 20:47 - 29 minutes - 13.8 MBLot's to dive into this episode; t's been a whirlwind of week with President Trump officially contracting and beating (maybe?) Covid-19. And of course in true Trump fashion, he delivers a bizarre message to the American public about his condition, plenty to direct here. Also, Regal cinemas is officially closing for good, and the US economy continues to circle the drain while we ride out the homestretch of this election madness.
It's all about the optics
September 30, 2020 22:40 - 26 minutes - 12.2 MBIn this bonus episode I do another, more in-depth, recap of night one of the presidential debates.
EP 056: It's all about the optics
September 30, 2020 22:40 - 26 minutes - 12.2 MBIn this bonus episode I do another, more in-depth, recap of night one of the presidential debates.
EP 055: 2020 Debate Recap: Night #1
September 30, 2020 03:59 - 15 minutes - 7.48 MBWell, the first night of the 2020 presidential debates have concluded, and wow was that a total dumpster fire. Here's a quick recap episode with my initial thoughts.
2020 Debate Recap: Night #1
September 30, 2020 03:59 - 15 minutes - 7.48 MBWell, the first night of the 2020 presidential debates have concluded, and wow was that a total dumpster fire. Here's a quick recap episode with my initial thoughts.
EP 054: RBG, election countdown and a little more on #Unity2020
September 22, 2020 16:13 - 45 minutes - 21 MBA lot to breakdown this week, and of course tensions are high with the passing of the great 'RBG'. I take a look at what that means for the rest of the election cycle, what could be the answer to calming down all the never-ending anger in the country today, and, I take another look at the viability of Unity 2020's ballot access plan.
RBG, election countdown and a little more on #Unity2020
September 22, 2020 16:13 - 45 minutes - 21 MBA lot to breakdown this week, and of course tensions are high with the passing of the great 'RBG'. I take a look at what that means for the rest of the election cycle, what could be the answer to calming down all the never-ending anger in the country today, and, I take another look at the viability of Unity 2020's ballot access plan.
EP 053: 'Cuties' 'The Social Dilema' & everything wrong with America Today
September 15, 2020 19:09 - 39 minutes - 18.4 MBThis week I take a look at the controversy surrounding the French film 'Cuties' on Netlfix, and the insane online debates the film has sparked. I recap the documentary 'The Social Dilema' and look at its relevance in today's ever growing social media sphere. And I talk about what it would be like if Trump and Biden agreed to a long form debate on the Joe Rogan Experience podcast.
'Cuties' 'The Social Dilema' & everything wrong with America Today
September 15, 2020 19:09 - 39 minutes - 18.4 MBThis week I take a look at the controversy surrounding the French film 'Cuties' on Netlfix, and the insane online debates the film has sparked. I recap the documentary 'The Social Dilema' and look at its relevance in today's ever growing social media sphere. And I talk about what it would be like if Trump and Biden agreed to a long form debate on the Joe Rogan Experience podcast.
EP 052: #Unity2020
September 09, 2020 04:04 - 31 minutes - 14.5 MBThis week I take a look at the quickly growing political movement, Unity 2020, and how it may be the only option left to save our country. Check out more over at ArticlesOfUnity.org
#Unity2020
September 09, 2020 04:04 - 31 minutes - 14.5 MBThis week I take a look at the quickly growing political movement, Unity 2020, and how it may be the only option left to save our country. Check out more over at ArticlesOfUnity.org
EP 051: (Re)Discovering the Creative with Jamee Hawn
September 03, 2020 05:01 - 41 minutes - 19.2 MBIn this week's bonus episode, I share a great conversation I had with comedian and television writer, Jamee Hawn. Jamee and I are both official 'creators' on the new broadcasting platform Stereo. Jamee shares her story about how she traveled the world at a stilt performer, working at major music festivals like EDC. We get into how leaving her job at Tesla and living in Hong Kong ultimately led to her journey into comedy. And, Jamee shares some insights and advice for listeners who are intere...
(Re)Discovering the Creative with Jamee Hawn
September 03, 2020 05:01 - 41 minutes - 19.2 MBIn this week's bonus episode, I share a great conversation I had with comedian and television writer, Jamee Hawn. Jamee and I are both official 'creators' on the new broadcasting platform Stereo. Jamee shares her story about how she traveled the world at a stilt performer, working at major music festivals like EDC. We get into how leaving her job at Tesla and living in Hong Kong ultimately led to her journey into comedy. And, Jamee shares some insights and advice for listeners who are intere...
'Let Me Be Clear' is here
September 02, 2020 00:07 - 36 minutes - 17 MBThis week marks the retirement of 'Thin The Herd' and the official rebranding and launch of 'Let Me Be Clear'. This week I discuss the angry mobs in DC that attacked Senator Rand Paul in DC after he spoke at the RNC, and the dangerous trend of anger-mobs across the country. I take a look at Walmart's new service, 'Walmart+' that's aiming to compete with Amazon Prime. Also I share some announcements about the new broadcasting and social media platform 'Stereo' I am putting content on.
EP 050: 'Let Me Be Clear' is here
September 02, 2020 00:07 - 36 minutes - 17 MBThis week marks the retirement of 'Thin The Herd' and the official rebranding and launch of 'Let Me Be Clear'. This week I discuss the angry mobs in DC that attacked Senator Rand Paul in DC after he spoke at the RNC, and the dangerous trend of anger-mobs across the country. I take a look at Walmart's new service, 'Walmart+' that's aiming to compete with Amazon Prime. Also I share some announcements about the new broadcasting and social media platform 'Stereo' I am putting content on.
EP 049: More Riots & The VMAs
August 26, 2020 06:04 - 33 minutes - 15.6 MBThis week I give my perspective on the current riots in Wisconsin, I discuss the double standard privileges given to the performers for the years VMA's, and I make some announcements about the future of the show.
More Riots & The VMAs
August 26, 2020 06:04 - 33 minutes - 15.6 MBThis week I give my perspective on the current riots in Wisconsin, I discuss the double standard privileges given to the performers for the years VMA's, and I make some announcements about the future of the show.
California, You're Doing It Wrong
August 20, 2020 23:59 - 48 minutes - 22.5 MBUber and Lyft are officially leaving California, at least temporarily. California's AB5 bill has gone into affect, affectively killing the gig economy and all the benefits that come with it. This episode I take a look at all the issues surrounding this, as well as some more talk about libertarians, third party votes, and mask virtue-signaling.
EP 048: California, You're Doing It Wrong
August 20, 2020 23:59 - 48 minutes - 22.5 MBUber and Lyft are officially leaving California, at least temporarily. California's AB5 bill has gone into affect, affectively killing the gig economy and all the benefits that come with it. This episode I take a look at all the issues surrounding this, as well as some more talk about libertarians, third party votes, and mask virtue-signaling.