PODCAST · comedy
Dark Mode with John Coyle
by Modern Commerce
The "dirty little secrets" nobody else will tell you about growing a social media following, creating content, and building a business.
Episodes
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Morons ft. Dave Smith, Chris Cuomo, & CB Bucknor | Dark Mode 91
Casey and John react to a viral moment where Dave Smith confronts Chris Cuomo live on stage. The conversation gets intense fast as topics around media, credibility, and public trust start to unfold. As they watch, Casey and John break down the arguments, react to the tension, and add their own...
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Reacting to Matt McCusker on His Time as a High School Counselor | Dark Mode 90
Casey and John react to Matt McCusker talking about his time as a high school counselor intern providing therapy to students while finishing his Master’s in Social Work. As the stories unfold, the discussion turns into a trip down memory lane, with John and Casey recalling their own high school...
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Reacting to Freezers vs Rippers Slapball Game | Dark Mode 89
Casey and John react to the chaotic Freezers vs Rippers slapball game, where the rule is simple: no man-to-man coverage. What follows is confusion, questionable defense, and some surprisingly clutch plays. We break down the funniest moments and try to understand what strategy is even happening....
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Reacting to "DO NOT BURY TURTLES" Shorts Video | Dark Mode 88
Somewhere out there, someone buried a turtle… and now we have this video. Casey and John react to one of the most unexpected PSA-style shorts we’ve seen in a while. Simple message. Big confusion. Endless questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Reacting to Russell's Paradox | Dark Mode 87
Math shouldn’t be this chaotic — yet here we are. Casey and John react to Professor Jeffrey Kaplan explaining Russell’s Paradox, the logic glitch that changed how humans think about numbers forever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Reacting to Tony Star Winning His Kill Tony Golden Ticket | Dark Mode 86
He crushed stand-up, then shocked everyone with a musical finale. Casey and John react to Tony Star’s unforgettable performance that had the crowd losing it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Reacting to Youtuber decoy and to Governor Tim Walz dropping out | Dark Mode 85
Politics meets YouTube chaos — we’re reacting to Youtuber decoy and to Governor Tim Walz dropping out. Fraud? Drama? It’s all here. Minnesota politics has never been this entertaining. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Reacting to Joe Rogan and Shane Gillis “Going Off” On Trump | Dark Mode 84
We watched Joe Rogan and Shane Gillis absolutely unfiltered on Trump, and our reactions say it all. From punchlines to pointed takes, this one keeps getting crazier. Stick around for our honest breakdown and drop your thoughts in the comments! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
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Reacting to Should People Still Trust the Media in 2025? | Dark Mode 83
In this episode, we dive into one of the biggest questions of our time — can people still trust the media in 2025? From bias to algorithms to viral misinformation, we react to the most thought-provoking takes and share our unfiltered thoughts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
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Reacting to Viral YouTube Shorts | Blind Fill, Wrong Sister and Rubik's Cube In 0.103 Seconds | Dark Mode 82
John and Casey are back reacting to a fresh batch of viral YouTube Shorts. Games, fails, wild twists, and moments that made us pause, laugh, or yell at the screen. This episode is full of surprises from start to finish. 00:00 - Blind Fill Game 20:06 Month To Number Mismatch 25:26 Viral Beer…
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Reacting to the Wildest TikToks of the Week | DoorDash, Thai Ads, and Giant Hotdogs | Dark Mode 81
We went down the TikTok rabbit hole and found way too much chaos. From a DoorDash driver’s shocking story to the most unhinged Thai snack ad you’ll ever see — nothing was off-limits this episode. We also react to a subway handshake theory, 30-year-old roommates mic’d up, and one guy who eats only...
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Reacting to a AI Robot Doing Improv — It Actually Broke Us 🤖😂 | Dark Mode 80
We watched a robot try to do improv — and it was way better (and stranger) than we expected. The AI actually delivered some sharp punchlines, wild timing, and a few moments that genuinely broke us 🤖😂 Stick around till the end for our full reaction, and tell us in the comments — do you think AI...
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Caleb Hammer x Theo Von Podcast Crossover | Dark Mode 79
We’re reacting to the hilarious and unexpected crossover between Caleb Hammer and Theo Von! Watch as two totally different worlds collide in this podcast moment — finance meets comedy, logic meets chaos. Grab your popcorn and join the conversation in the comments! Learn more about your ad…
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She Made $1M in a Year Posting on TikTok?!? | Dark Mode 78
They tried filming short-form videos for every product in one sitting — from Dr Pepper Blackberry to Nerdy Nuts. Things quickly went off the rails, and somehow we ended up talking about an affiliate who made $1 million on TikTok. Root Labs, Ball Wash, Goli, Dad Gang — it’s chaos, caffeine, and...
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Watch Us Make $10K in 74 Minutes | Dark Mode 77
We challenged ourselves to turn a pile of random products into $10,000 worth of content—in just 74 minutes. No reshoots, no perfectionism—just fast ideas and faster filming. From cold meds to dog treats, we concepted, shot, and edited on the fly. Things got spicy (literally). 00:00 Intro 00:40...
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We Made Viral Videos for 10 Products in 89 Minutes | Dark Mode 76
We gave ourselves just 89 minutes to make viral videos for 10 products—what could go wrong? From protein coffee to men's grooming to someone literally eating deodorant, chaos was guaranteed. Watch us race the clock to concept, film, and deliver under pressure. 00:00 Price Sniper 05:42 Joyburst...
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Cartoon Shadiness, Childhood Snacks, and a $435 Giveaway?! | Dark Mode 75
From fast-food mascots to shady cartoon characters, we’re blindly ranking everything your inner child (and chaotic adult) cares about. We also decide which NBA players would make the best roommates and revisit the childhood snacks that still live rent-free in our hearts. Stick around ‘til the end...
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Which Gen Z Name Deserves the Top Spot? Win $477 | Dark Mode 74
We ranked Gen Z boy names without knowing them. Toss in euphemisms, bad habits, and a $477 giveaway, and yeah… it got weird fast. Watch, judge us, win cash. 00: 00 Intro 01: 44 Game #1 Blind Rank Euphimisms for Sex 12: 10 Topic #1 How Long Would You Go Without Showering If You Make $100,000 For...
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Which Reality Show Deserves #1? Blind Ranking Challenge | Dark Mode 73
We’re serving chaos, opinions, and unexpected rankings in this episode! From blindly ranking reality TV shows, sandwiches, and iconic Black actors to guessing the top 5 male ethnicities women find most attractive—things get spicy fast. Want to win $371? Watch closely! All the mechanics are...
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Ranking Classic Sick Day Excuses—Which One Actually Works? | Dark Mode 72
In this episode, we’re putting our instincts to the test with a lineup of chaotic games—blind ranking sick day excuses, movie quotes, and basketball fan bases, plus a few surprise rounds you won’t see coming. It’s fast, funny, and full of hot takes. Watch till the end for your chance to win $420...
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I’m Giving Away $140 To Someone Who Watches This Video | Dark Mode 71
This episode is pure chaos—in the best way. We packed it with unpredictable games, wild moments, and a $140 giveaway just for viewers. Want in? Watch the full episode, drop a comment, and you might walk away with the prize. 00: 00 Intro 00: 16 Game #1 Highest Paid Athlete 11: 56 Game #2 Hole in…
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Ranking Every Adam Sandler Movie | Dark Mode 70
"Today, we're putting Adam Sandler's entire filmography under the microscope. From comedy gold to total chaos, we’re ranking his most iconic (and questionable) movies. Did your favorite make the top of our list—or crash and burn at the bottom? Let the debates begin. 00: 00 Intro 01: 02 The…
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Uncomfortable Confessions | Dark Mode 69
We asked our viewers to share their most awkward, cringeworthy, and painfully honest confessions—and wow, they delivered. From oversharing to situations that still haunt them at 3 a.m., these stories are too good to miss. One even had us questioning everything. Did yours make it in? Let’s find…
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Awkward Life Lessons | Dark Mode 68
Some lessons come from books. Others come from tripping over your own feet in front of your crush. Today, we’re sharing the most painfully awkward life lessons our viewers had to learn the hard way. One story left us both wincing and howling with laughter. Think yours made it in?? Let’s find out....
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Things You Wish I could Unsee or Unexperience w/ Adam Broud and Cheyenne Jackson | Dark Mode 67
Some things can't be unseen—and honestly, we wish they came with a warning label. Today, we're sharing the most unhinged, awkward, and downright cursed moments our viewers wish they could erase from memory. One story nearly broke us. Did yours make the cut? Let’s find out. Win on a future…
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I Used To Think This Was Normal w/ Adam Broud | Dark Mode 66
We’re sharing the funniest and most surprising things people used to think were totally normal—until they found out they weren’t. These stories came straight from our viewers, and one lucky submission wins a cash prize. Was it yours? Stick around to find out. Win on a future episode: 1. Share…
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I Love My Partner, But... w/ Adam Mamawala | Dark Mode 65
We’re diving into your juiciest “I love my partner, but…” confessions—submitted by our viewers. Stick around to see if your story takes the top spot and wins the cash prize. One of them really caught us off guard—was it yours? Win on a future episode:1. Share your story here:...
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Things I've Done To Ruin The Deed w/ Liz Miele | Dark Mode 64
We’re diving into the things our listeners have done to ruin the deed! 😂 Watch until the end to see if your story won the cash prize. Are you today’s winner? Win on a future episode: 1. Share your story here: https://form.typeform.com/to/pTUo7LKm 2. Comment below: What is one thing you did that...
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Most Embarrassing Date Story | Dark Mode 63
We’re spilling the tea on the most embarrassing date stories - submitted by you! Watch till the end to find out if your story snagged the cash prize. Did you win? Let’s see. Win on a future episode: 1. Share your story here: https://form.typeform.com/to/pTUo7LKm 2. Comment below: What is your…
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Craziest Thing You've Done for Love or Sex w/ Marcus Monroe | Dark Mode 62
Today, we're sharing our craziest things you've done for love or sex stories. As usual, stories are submitted by the audience, and the best story of the day wins a cash prize. Pay attention to see if you won. Win on a future episode: 1. Share your story here: https://form.typeform.com/to/tzF51rLr...
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Under the Influence w/ Ella Orlando | Dark Mode 61
Today, we're sharing our craziest under-the-influence stories. As usual, stories are submitted by the audience, and the best story of the day wins a cash prize. Pay attention to see if you won. Win on a future episode: 1. Share your story here: https://form.typeform.com/to/hYM9FA1D 2. Comment...
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Bad Parenting w/Sarah Tollemache | Dark Mode #60
Today, we're sharing our bad parenting stories. As usual, stories are submitted by the audience, and the best story of the day wins a cash prize. Pay attention to see if you won. Win on a future episode: 1. Share your story here: https://form.typeform.com/to/zS3pv2g6 2. Comment below: What is…
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Most Embarrassing Food Stories | Dark Mode #59
Today we're sharing our most embarrassing food stories. As usual stories are submitted by the audience and the best story of the day wins a cash prize. Pay attention to see if you won. Win on a future episode: 1. share your story here: https://form.typeform.com/to/TjwNAQjK 2. Comment below: what…
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Skills You Should Have By Now
Today's story prompt is "skills you should have by now" or "things you should be better at, but aren't." Win on a future show1. share your story here: https://form.typeform.com/to/PDG5dYAa2. Comment below: what is a skill you should have by now? 00:00 - Intro: Frosty Prizes & Co-Hosts Introduced...
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You Know You're Getting Old When... | Dark Mode Ep. 57
How do you know when you're old. We've got the best aging stories from our audience. Only one can be the winner. Win on a future episode: 1. share your story here: https://form.typeform.com/to/bypYJQhf 2. Comment below: what is the nastiest thing you eat on a regular basis? Chapters 00:00 Intro &...
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The Most Annoying Health Advice You've Ever Gotten | Dark Mode Ep. 56
This week's prompts: What is the most annoying health advice you've ever gotten? What is something that made you say, "that's what I get for trying" Share your story to win on a future episode in three ways: 1. share your story here: https://form.typeform.com/to/PDG5dYAa 2. Comment below: If I...
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Business Ideas Inspired by Theo Von Clips
Casey and John are coming up with ad ideas and business ideas based on Theo Von clips. This was a tough one, but I think we got some good ideas out of it. Chapters 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:25 Theo Clip 1 - Hot Tub Frisbee 00:01:26 Ad & Business Ideas Based on Hot Tub Frisbee 00:11:22 Theo Clip 2 -...
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Pete Holmes is Making Me $1,000,000 (Business Ideas from Pete Holmes Clips)
I'm Giving away tickets to see Pete Holmes! Three different people will win two tickets. Watch the video for details on how to win. In the spirit of the Pete Holmes giveaway, Pete Holmes is going to make us money today. We're pitching business and money making ideas based on Pete Holmes clips....
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Content Ideas: Zyn Nicotine, How Ikea Was Invented, Sleep Masks, and Paramotors
Today we're pitching content ideas based on listener questions. We're talking Zyn, Ikea, Sleep Masks, and Paramotors. Chapters 00:00 Zyn Teaser 00:36 Today's Guests 02:15 Zyn is on a Mission to Take Over The World 12:10 Zyn for women 14:46 Mega Sleep Masks 28:40 Paramotors 39:09 Find us! Today's...
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Content Ideas: Amalfi Jets, Custom Jewelries, BrickHouse Nutrition, Kinetic Coffee Tables
Can TikTok really help sell private jets? Spoiler: It’s not only possible, but it might also be one of the smartest moves in luxury marketing today. Join Nathan Daggett (Director of Advertising at Live Bearded), Adam Jay (Stand-Up Comedian, Content Creator, and Sports Bettor), and Zac Allen...
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Brand Collabs: KFC x Crocs, Colgate Lasagna, Cheetos Lip Balm
This week, I brought on my wife for a game that’ll have you questioning everything you thought you knew about brand collaborations– We’re guessing if these insane partnerships are real or just creations of my AI sidekick! Fried chicken-scented Crocs, lasagna from your favorite toothpaste brand…
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The "Honey Influencer Scam" Is Not Actually a Scam
MegaLag recently exposed Honey for scamming influencers out of their affiliate commissions while also scamming consumers. The only problem is that one of these "scams" isn't actually a scam. I breakdown what parts of the Honey Influencer Scam are accurate and which parts are false. Chapters:...
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How To Make Money While Going Viral in 2025: Skincare, Health & Fitness, Bagels, Alpha Male Clothes
week on Dark Mode, John Coyle talks about a little known opportunity to go viral and make money at the same time. This is perfect for: - Brand founders, marketers, and creative workers (selling physical or digital products) - Comedians (who want to get paid while making hilarious viral content) -...
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Ad Pitches: Shane Gillis Bud Light Ad, Icemule, and Longhairs
This week on Dark Mode, John Coyle and his best friend Casey Fehrnstrom sit down again for a fun brainstorming session. They share ideas for Bud Light ads, chat about kids sledding, and even come up with wearable coolers and penguin-themed marketing. This is packed with laughs and plenty of...
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Ad Pitches: Jaguar Luxury Cars, Field of Greens, and Onion-Infowars
This week on Dark Mode, John Coyle hangs out with his best friend Casey Fehrnstrom for a fun, off-the-wall brainstorming session. They chat about everything from a bizarre Jaguar ad to Field of Greens powders and even The Onion buying Infowars. It’s as wild as it sounds. This episode blends…
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Ad Pitches: Wendy’s, 34 Heritage, Essential Oils, and Roller Kingdom with Ryan Goodcase and Jordan Thewlis
This week, John Coyle is joined by comedians Ryan Goodcase and Jordan Thewlis. They talk about Wendy’s bold and creative marketing, 34 Heritage jeans, and the surprising “benefits” of essential oils. The trio also takes a nostalgic trip, reacting to the iconic Roller Kingdom ad. If you’re ready…
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Ad Pitches: Poster Girl Dress, Baboon to the Moon, and Benchmade Station Knives with Ryan Goodcase and Jordan Thewlis
This week on Dark Mode, host John Coyle teams up with comedians Ryan Goodcase and Jordan Thewlis to take on some of the most random (and oddly genius) ad pitches yet. From TikTok trends to wild product names, nothing is off the table. Laugh at some bad but kind of brilliant ideas. Tune in and…
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Ad Pitches: Women’s Clothing, Wooden Stick Horses, and Throat and Tongue Singers with Zoe Kahn and Chris Mejia
John Coyle is joined by comedian Chris Mejia and the multi-talented Zoe Kahn to talk about some absurd hobbies, the most unpredictable ad pitches, and how to get people hyped for some... questionable events. From fast fashion ads to a throat-singing concert that’ll leave you tongue-tied, this...
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Ad Pitches: Costco, Tactical Bags, and E-Bikes With No Pedals with Kyle Rehl, Aaron Monte, and Mike Nelson
What loyalty rewards would P-Diddy get for buying all of Costco’s dildos and baby oil? Host John Coyle brings together Mike Nelson, co-founder of Four15 Digital Media Agency, and comedians Aaron Monte and Kyle Rehl for an unpredictable and hilarious conversation. The crew comes up with creative…
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Ad Pitches: Liquid Death, Weed Stash, and Apple Watch Bands with Lisa Wallen, Danny Jolles, and Ben Gleib
In this episode of Dark Mode, John Coyle is joined by comedians Ben Gleib, Danny Jolles, and Lisa Wallen for a fun-filled conversation that mixes comedy and business. The comedians brainstorm ad ideas for products like Liquid Death, weed stash box, and Apple watch bands. Join the crew for a…
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The "dirty little secrets" nobody else will tell you about growing a social media following, creating content, and building a business.
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