PODCAST · comedy
D-Talks
by Darren Rita
Fun energetic conversations with different interesting people every week.
Episodes
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D-Talks W/ Dre Lov (Episode 380)
This week, comedian Dre Lov came through the studio to talk about his iconic "Mr. Onna G" character, unhinged moments of WWE, and how difficult it would be to have a 12 incher. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ Joe Diamond (Episode 379)
On this week's episode of the podcast legendary mystic Joe Diamond came back to the studio to talk horror movies saving cinema in 2026, advice for new people getting into the mystic arts, palm reading, and doing magic for the Avengers.
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D-Talks W/ Matt from The Laughing Tap (Episode 378)
This week on the podcast, Matt Kemple from The Laughing Tap came to the studio to talk about Milwaukee Comedy Fest, advice for comics looking to get booked, working at a Go Kart place, and trying two new seasonal Oreo flavors. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ I Love Hot B****** (Episode 377)
This week, we had the pleasure of having Cece from ILHB on the show to talk about throwing princess raves, mermaid parties, event planning, and how to have a successful girls night out. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ Ethan Schenzel (Episode 376)
On this week's episode of the podcast, comedian Ethan Schenzel came through to talk firefighting, fishing, and pooping your pants during a Hyrox race. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ Dana Ehrmann (Episode 375)
On this week’s episode of the podcast, comedian Dana Ehrmann came through to talk about her love-hate relationship with “Love Is Blind,” the rise of West Allis, Milwaukee Brewers sausage lore, and much more. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ TJ Dysart (Episode 374)
On this week’s episode of the podcast, reporter and journalist TJ Dysart came through the studio to talk about how news has changed in 2026, some of his craziest moments in the field, industry terms, and the behind the scenes of what goes into the news. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ Gus Ugland (Episode 373)
This week comedian Gus Ugland stopped in the studio to talk about becoming a finance bro, mastering marker flipping, and his love for frisbee trick shots. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ John Berens (Episode 372)
On this week's episode of the podcast comedian John Berens came through the studio to talk video games, growing up with 11 other siblings, turning 30, and more. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ AJ Grill (Episode 371)
On this week’s episode of the podcast, comedian AJ Grill came through the studio to talk about pooping in public, environmentalism, and the roller coaster that is stand-up comedy. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ Kaitlin from The Laughing Tap (Episode 370)
On this week’s episode of the podcast, Kaitlin McCarthy hosted us at The Laughing Tap to talk about owning a comedy club, share tips for up-and-coming comics trying to get booked, discuss bad bosses, and break down the Milwaukee Comedy Challenge they started this year. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ Joshua Buckhaulter (Episode 369)
This week, comedian Joshua Buckhaulter came to the studio to give dating advice, defend Drake, deteremine who the coolest white person is, and much more. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ Laura Struve (Episode 368)
On this week's episode of the podcast, comedian Laura Struve came through the studio to talk owning parrots, doing comedy as a mom, and dating someone with a criminal record. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ Eli White (Episode 367)
On this week's episode of the podcast, Rapper Eli White came through to the studio to talk about what makes for a good studio session, bartending pet peeves, and being the "baby" of the family. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ Darrell Cochran (Episode 366)
This week, comedian Darrell Cochran comes back to the studio to talk AI slop flyers, working in a graveyard, and moving to Chicago. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ Evan Pack (Episode 365)
On this week's episode of the podcast, comedian Evan Pack came through the studio to talk about sleeping at work, movie theater etiquette, and local cops having nothing to do. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ Lou (Episode 364)
This week, comedian and improvisor Lou came through the studio to talk improv vs stand up, beating up younger siblings, and our favorite infomercials. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ Bubbz (Episode 363)
On this week's episode of the podcast, host, dancer, and all-around entertainer Bubbz came through to talk about joining professional wrestling as a sidequest, Milwaukee dance, club life, and a new religous energy drink. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ Chris Schmidt (Episode 362)
On this week's episode of the podcast, comedian Chris Schmidt came through to the studio to talk about getting rage-baited online, the funniest professional wrestlers, and getting sober after a DUI. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ Erin Morris (Episode 361)
This week on the pod, we welcome one of the new hosts of the Bremen Cafe Open Mic, Erin Morris, to talk comedy, growing up weird, getting sober, and getting caught "fapping" at school. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ Maison Monroe (Episode 360)
This week on the pod, comedian, model, and burlesque performer Maison Monroe came through to the studio to teach us about burlesque, what it's like to go to a performing arts high school, and dealing with public kink people at work on a regular basis. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ Drew Flagge (Episode 359)
This week, comedian Drew Flagge came through the studio to talk pickup basketball etiquette, what went wrong with the sequel trilogy, and the absurdly sad saga that The Quartering is having. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ Owen Barr (Episode 358)
On this week’s episode of the podcast, comedian Owen Barr came through the studio to expose his old job, reminisce about his ToonTown girlfriend, and remind us all why we should be grateful we’re not teachers. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ Owen Joyner (Episode 357)
This week on the podcast, comedian Owen Joyner is back to talk performing with Hopsin at 15, giving tips to white boys who want to hoop, and taking another shot at freestyling live on the show. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ DJ ResoNate (Episode 356)
This week on the podcast, DJ ResoNate stopped by to talk about starting out as the aux guy at his warehouse job, the Usher vs. Chris Brown debate, and his advice for new DJs trying to break into the game. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ DJKB (Episode 355)
On this week’s episode of the podcast, DJKB talks about becoming a DJ, linking up with DJay Mando, how he handles bad requests, the songs he’d play to stop war, and whether we should be excited for Avengers: Doomsday or not. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ Big Ty (Episode 354)
Big Ty comes home to talk about selling cars, beating his meat, and working out his cheeks. Enjoy.
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D-Talks About LeBron Hating Milwaukee (Episode 353)
On this week's episode of the podcast, Darren rages about CISCO ruining every restuarant in America, LeBron not vibing with MKE, and how software companies are a NET negative to society. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ Edith Rita (Episode 352)
This week on the podcast, my mom, Edith Rita, is back to talk about being a young mom, stepping into the role of PTO president, and going to college while raising kids. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ Wolf Ludwig (Episode 351)
This week on the podcast, comedian Wolf Ludwig stopped by to talk worst jobs, chasing comedy while paying the bills, buffet etiquette, and more. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ Syed (Episode 350)
This week on the podcast, comedian Syed returns to talk celebrity culture, his fascination with Michael Jackson ahead of the new movie, whether anyone really cares about ballet and opera, and LaRussell’s idea of a "heaven-sent" person. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ TJ Trashman (Episode 349)
On this week’s episode of the podcast, comedian and garbage man TJ Trashman hit the studio to tell us whether recycling is fake or not, how a garbage truck actually works, and about his past life as a battle rapper. All that and more in this one. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ DJ GIRLNEXTDOOR (Episode 348)
This week on the podcast, DJ GIRLNEXTDOOR stopped by the studio to talk Milwaukee nightlife, creepy guys, and why fewer people are going out these days. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ _wisconsquinn (Episode 347)
This week on the podcast, Quinn from @_wisconsquinn stopped by the studio to talk data centers coming to Wisconsin, the lack of leadership from state politicians, and the USA Men’s Hockey Team’s call with the president. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ RV (Episode 346)
This week on the podcast, comedian RV stopped by to talk getting fired from a sushi spot, attending a fake college, and the unexpected perks of being a substitute teacher. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ NeuroKind Collective (Episode 345)
This week, Kelsey and Megan from NeuroKind Collective join us in the studio to unpack neurodivergence misconceptions, social media language around autism, the realities of caregiving, and much more. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ DJay Mando (Episode 344)
This week, Milwaukee legend DJay Mando pulls up to the studio to talk the essence of DJing, how to piss off a DJ, spinning in Dubai, and much more. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ Diego Avila (Episode 343)
On this week’s episode of the podcast, comedian and photographer Diego Avila returns to the studio to talk about the state of comedy after the most recent shootings involving federal immigration agents in Minneapolis, resources available for community members who want or need help, and the...
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D-Talks W/ Vi Conraad (Episode 342)
On this week’s episode, comedian Vi Conraad joins us in the studio to talk about dating “eggs,” why coders can be so isolated, and what we all miss about 2016. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ Wrld Grl (Episode 341)
On this week’s episode of the podcast, the elusive Wrld Grl stopped by the studio to talk about her travels to Mexico, rate some suspicious new Oreo flavors, and begin her gloving journey. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ Furry Jaxon Fox (Episode 340)
On this week’s episode of the podcast, our favorite furry friend Jaxon Fox stopped by the studio to update us on his new fursuits, talk about our brief Fox News appearance, discuss AI’s place in the furry community, and much more. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ Molly Jastrab (Episode 339)
On this week’s episode of the pod, creative, friend, and now official editor of the show Molly Jastrab stopped by the studio to talk hockey gooners, The Sims falling victim to capitalism, and Darren’s overly freaked-out questions. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ Maria Acosta (Episode 338)
On this week’s episode of the podcast, comedian Maria Acosta returns to tell Darren to stop being insecure, roast her former roommates, and share how fans have started recognizing her on dating apps. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ MariahDaWeatherBookie (Episode 337)
On this week’s episode, Milwaukee TikToker MariahDaWeatherBookie stopped by the studio to talk all things winter in MKE, why mermaids might actually be real, and a million pop culture references that Darren absolutely did not understand. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ Olivia Ruuska (Episode 336)
On this week’s episode of the podcast, Olivia Ruuska stops by the studio to talk holiday traditions, dating covert Republicans, and the fall of Black Friday. Enjoy!
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D-Talks W/ Tyler B (Episode 335)
On this week’s episode of the podcast, comedian Tyler B stops by to tell us about his beef with his cat Patrick, the beauty of Stevie Wonder, and how to get your body right for third shift. Enjoy!
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D-Talks W/ Antonio Alcazar (Episode 334)
This week, Antonio Alcazar—co-owner of Warpstorm Games & Lounge—joins us in the studio to teach us how to play Magic: The Gathering, talk about running the world’s largest in-person D&D game, and unpack Warhammer 40,000’s… interesting community. Enjoy!
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D-Talks W/ Jeff Kleczka (Episode 333)
On this week's episode of the podcast, funeral director Jeff Kleczka came through to the studio to talk everything from growing up in a funeral home, to listening to Metallica while embalming bodies, and even the the best day of the week to have a funeral. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ Avery Rapier (Episode 332)
On this week's episode of the podcast, comedian Avery Rapier came on the podcast to talk Jiu-Jitsu, biking from Milwaukee to Austin, and being a personal trainer for some big celebs. Enjoy.
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D-Talks W/ Michael Rita (Episode 331)
This week, my dad, Michael Rita, joins the podcast to talk my birthday, his life in the foster care system, running his own business, and much more. Enjoy!
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Fun energetic conversations with different interesting people every week.
HOSTED BY
Darren Rita
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How many episodes does D-Talks have?
D-Talks currently has 325 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
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Fun energetic conversations with different interesting people every week.
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D-Talks publishes regularly with 325 episodes available. Check the episode list for the typical release schedule.
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Who hosts D-Talks?
D-Talks is created and hosted by Darren Rita.
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