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EPISODE · Apr 12, 2026 · 1H 22M

Ep 111 - Banana Wars

from History for Foos · host FELIPE ESPARZA

Felipe Esparza and Butch Escobar blend wild childhood stories with a deep dive into the shady history of the banana industry. From getting bullied (and becoming the bully) to hustling fruit on the streets, they connect personal struggles to the rise of banana empires, corruption, and power plays that shaped entire countries—all with hilarious, unfiltered commentary.Follow Felipe - https://www.instagram.com/felipeesparzacomedian/?hl=enFollow Butch - https://www.instagram.com/butchescobar/?hl=enHear about Felipe's tour dates, new merch drops & more by signing up @ http://felipesworld.comFelipe Esparza is a comedian and actor, known for his stand-up specials, “They’re Not Gonna Laugh at You”, “Translate This”, and his latest dual-release on Netflix, “Bad Decisions/Malas Decisiones” (2 different performances in two languages), his recurring appearances on Netflix’s “Gentefied”, NBC’s “Superstore” and Adultswim’s “The Eric Andre Show”, as well as winning “Last Comic Standing” (2010), and his popular podcast called “What’s Up Fool?”. Felipe continues to sell out live stand-up shows in comedy clubs and theaters around the country.

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