Dystopia Tonight With John Poveromo
by John Poveromo
Dystopia Tonight was born out of the Covid-19 Pandemic to give people a light-hearted break from the absurdity of the world around them by showcasing artists, comedians, musicians, and actors from all across the entertainment field and getting them to open up about what exactly they’ve been doing during this bizarre time. John asks about the state of their lives, careers, and well-being, while we all navigate through the current dystopia we’ve come to find ourselves living in.
Episodes
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Day 316 - Keeping In Touch with Richard Kind
Richard Kind is one of Hollywood’s most beloved and recognizable character actors, with a career spanning more than four decades across film, television, Broadway, and voice acting. Audiences know him from iconic roles in Scrubs, Spin City, Mad About You, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Only Murders in the...
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Day 315 - Rob Bartlett's Murder On The Orient Express
ROB IS BACK BABY! YEAH!
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Day 314 - Brian Varela
I had the pleasure of getting to know Brian as he ran to represent NJ's 7th Congressional District, and also headline a comedy benefit for his campaign. Brian Varela is a first-generation American, entrepreneur, and community leader dedicated to fighting for NJ Families and protecting democracy....
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Day 313 - Bree Fram - from Space Force to Congress
This week on Dystopia Tonight, John Poveromo sits down with Bree Fram, an astronautical engineer, retired Space Force colonel, and current congressional candidate in Virginia. Bree opens up about her groundbreaking military career, becoming one of the highest-ranking openly transgender officers…
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Day 312 - Rachel Stubington - The Furious Passion Of It All
Actress Rachel Stubington, who plays Summer on the Apple TV+ series Shrinking, joins comedian John Poveromo on Dystopia Tonight for a candid and funny conversation about acting, Hollywood, and the strange road to landing a role on one of TV’s most talked-about shows. Rachel discusses how she…
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Day 311 - Zak Starkey
Zak Starkey joins Dystopia Tonight for a wide-ranging conversation about music, legacy, and life behind the drum kit. As one of the most respected drummers of his generation, Zak has carved out his own unmistakable voice while playing with bands like The Who and Oasis, building a career that…
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Day 310 - Erica Rhodes and Seth Herzog Live from the Lucille Ball Comedy Fest
Wrapped up the Lucille Ball Comedy Festival with my friends Erica Rhodes (Comedy Central, A Prairie Home Companion) and Seth Herzog (The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Comedy Central) — two distinct voices, one great conversation.
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Day 309 - Amy Scott - Gotta Pay The Byrds
Filmmaker Amy Scott joins Dystopia Tonight for a thoughtful conversation about music, identity, and the emotional weight of being seen. Amy Scott is an acclaimed documentary director known for intimate, artist-focused films that explore creativity, vulnerability, and legacy. She directed Hal, the...
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Day 307 - Lenny Apa
Author of “Introducing The Scarlett Scrapper” joins me to discuss the inspiration for writing his first novel, one of his writing heroes giving him some hard advice, being a nerd, 40’s radio shows, his next novel. Enjoy!
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Day 304 - Monroe Martin - Live at the Lucille Ball Comedy Fest
A thoughtful, hilarious breakdown of life onstage and off with @monroemartiniii from our hang at the Lucille Ball Comedy Festival.
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Day 303 - Jeff Erikson - 10,000 Maniacs to the National Comedy Center
It’s not every day you talk to someone who’s lived a full music career as the lead guitarist for @10000maniacs and now helps guide the future of comedy as the manager and talent programmer for @ntlcomedycenter. Loved this convo with Jeff Erikson after we met at the Lucille Ball Comedy Festival.
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Day 302 - Mia Jackson Live from the Lucille Ball Comedy Fest!
Some conversations just feel easy and electric. That was my chat with @miacomedy at the Lucille Ball Comedy Festival.
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Day 301 - Gary Hahn - VP and Chief Marketing Officer of the Lucille Ball Comedy Fest
Had a great conversation with Gary Hahn, VP & Chief Marketing Officer of the National Comedy Center, while I was at the Lucille Ball Comedy Festival. Always amazing talking with the people who help keep the history and future of comedy alive.
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Day 300 - Ron James Returns!
Ron James is back on the podcast to plug his new special “The View From Here” which premiered Nov 28th at 7:30pm and can be live streamed here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/ron-james-stand-up-special-livestream-the-view-from-here-tickets-1757744072839?aff=oddtdtcreator
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Day 289 - Eagle Witt Live at the Lucille Ball Comedy Fest
Caught up with the always sharp and laid-back @eaglewittofficial at the Lucille Ball Comedy Festival. One of the most effortlessly funny people to talk to.
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Day 288 - Paul Myers - John Candy A Life In Comedy
Author/Biographer and podcaster Paul Myers joins me to talk about his new book John Candy: A Life In Comedy!
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Day 287 - Caitlin Gill Live from the Lucille Ball Comedy Festival
It was an absolute blast meeting @caitlinistall at the Lucille Ball Comedy Festival. We immediately nerded out about individual styles of comedy, our audiences, and the weird alchemy of what makes comedy work. Full interview drops tomorrow on YouTube, Spotify and dystopiatonight.com...
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Day 286 - Adam Mamawala Live from the Lucille Ball Comedy Festival
Caught up with my buddy @adammamawala at the Lucille Ball Comedy Festival to talk comedy, the festival, and relationships and his unique trajectory in the industry!
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Day 285 - Jay Jurden Live From The Lucille Ball Comedy Festival
Jay Jurden is a stand-up comedian, writer, and actor known for his sharp wit, clever storytelling, and energetic stage presence. Originally from Mississippi, Jay’s comedy blends pop culture, identity, and personal experience with a hilarious, relatable edge. He’s been featured on The Tonight Show...
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Day 284 - Ernie Hudson Returns!
Ernie Hudson returns to talk about longevity, staying healthy both mentally and physically, marriage advice, new projects and of course Ghost Busters. Enjoy!
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Day 283 Ian Edwards - Skipping The Line
🎙️ New episode of Dystopia Tonight is up with the hilarious Ian Edwards! We get into comedy, culture, truth, and why the world always feels a little upside down — but still worth laughing at. Hit the link in bio to watch or listen wherever you get your podcasts. #DystopiaTonight #IanEdwards...
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Day 282 - Mike Farrell Returns!
Mike and I kick back, catch up, and discuss every part of this swirling eddy of despair that we have all found ourselves caught in while we watch our democracy collapse. But you, know...with humor! Enjoy!
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Day 281 - Christian Cordes Returns - Two Halves Of A Whole Idiot
Christian Cordes is an award winning, and extremely versatile filmmaker, director, writer, and podcaster known for his creative storytelling and compelling projects. Nothing can truly describe this episode. It’s all over the place. It’s Jersey centric. Pop culture heavy, creatively inspired and...
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Day 280 - Adrian Hough
🎙️ Had the absolute pleasure of talking with the insanely talented Adrian Hough — the original voice of Nightcrawler in X-Men: The Animated Series, now back in X-Men ’97! ⠀ You’ve also seen/heard him in Assassin’s Creed (as Haytham Kenway), Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, X-Men: The Last Stand,...
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Day 279 - Jimmy Tingle Returns!
Jimmy Tingle returns as we discuss the crumbling of society, his upcoming tour and new show, the Boston comedy scene, and more. Enjoy!
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Day 278 - Robin Wilson - The Forest Gump of The Geek Underworld
Robin Wilson has been a defining voice in alternative rock for over three decades as the lead singer of Gin Blossoms. With hits like Hey Jealousy, Found Out About You, and Follow You Down, his music became the soundtrack to a generation that continues to resonate today. But beyond his success…
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Day 277 - Dave Diamond and Mr. Zero - All Hail The Kings!
The Kings are a legendary Canadian rock band best known for their infectious blend of power pop and new wave sounds that dominated the airwaves in the early 1980s. Hailing from Oakville, Ontario, the band skyrocketed to fame with their hit single “This Beat Goes On/Switchin’ to Glide,” an…
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Day 276 - Marv Ross - A Series Of Cords and A Wild Dream
Marv Ross is an American musician, best known as the lead guitarist and primary songwriter for the 1980s rock band Quarterflash. With a distinctive style blending rock, jazz, and blues influences, Ross helped craft the band's signature sound. His work on hits like "Harden My Heart" and "Take Me…
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Day 275 - The Unimportant Importance of Paul Reiser
Paul Reiser is a legendary comedian, actor, writer, and producer whose career spans decades of iconic work. Best known for his roles in Mad About You, Stranger Things, and The Kominsky Method, Paul joined me on Dystopia Tonight to talk about his latest projects: his heartfelt and hilarious new...
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Day 274 - The Human Interests of Madeleine Smithberg
Madeleine Smithberg is an Emmy and Peabody Award-winning television producer, writer, and comedy trailblazer. As the co-creator of The Daily Show, she helped redefine the boundaries of political satire and late-night television. Before her groundbreaking work on The Daily Show, Madeleine made her...
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Day 273 - The Pendulum Swingeth with Mary Kish
As Director of Community Marketing at Twitch, Mary Kish is one of the most dynamic and insightful voices in the streaming and gaming world, so having her on Dystopia Tonight was a no-brainer. We covered everything from feeling our feelings (yes, we’re human, shocking), eating on cam without…
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Day 272 - Craig Northey - Half The Journey is The Ride
Craig Northey is a prolific musician, songwriter, and composer with a career that spans decades of memorable music and dynamic collaborations. As a founding member of the iconic Canadian rock band Odds, Craig made his mark with hits like "It Falls Apart" and "Someone Who’s Cool." He’s currently...
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Day 271 - Tim Matheson - Damn Glad To Meet Him
Tim Matheson is a veteran actor, director, and producer whose career spans over seven decades in Hollywood. With a journey that began in childhood, Tim has grown from a young actor in beloved classics to an industry stalwart known for his immense talent and versatility. Best known for his role as...
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Day 270 - Cal Dodd - The Best There Is
Cal Dodd is a celebrated voice actor best known for his iconic portrayal of Wolverine in the 1990s animated series X-Men: The Animated Series, a role that solidified him as the definitive voice of the beloved Marvel character. His deep, gravelly voice brought a rugged, powerful edge to Wolverine,...
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Day 269 - Marley Uribe - The Truth in Art and Culture
Marley Uribe is a talented Mexican-American actress and filmmaker based in Los Angeles, deeply connected to her heritage and passionate about telling authentic stories. Proud of her roots, Marley was inspired to create her own film in response to claims that Frida Kahlo was merely a "white girl"...
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Day 268 - Christian Cordes - Ghostbuster Down
Christian Cordes is an award winning, and extremely versatile filmmaker, director, writer, and podcaster known for his creative storytelling and compelling projects. We discuss his latest venture, Ghostbuster Down, our shared love for the Muppets and Scrubs, his friendship with Kevin Smith…
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Day 267 - Felix Cavaliere - Always A Rascal
Felix Cavaliere is an American singer, songwriter, and keyboardist best known as a founding member and lead vocalist of The Rascals (originally known as The Young Rascals). Born on November 29, 1942, in Pelham, New York, Cavaliere became a key figure in the 1960s blue-eyed soul movement. With The...
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Day 266 - Ryan Stout - Imagining Offense
Ryan Stout is a seasoned stand-up comedian who has performed all over the world. He’s made over 200 television appearances on programs including CONAN, Chelsea Lately, HBO’s Funny as Hell, Comedy Central’s Live at Gotham, and his own half-hour special: Comedy Central Presents… Ryan Stout. He’s...
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Day 265 - Jamie Marie Hannigan - "Eye 2 Eye"
Jamie has shared stages with Alicia Keys, Michelle Branch, JaRule, The Backstreet Boys, Mandy Moore, Blondie, Cindy Lauper, and many others. She has performed at world famous NY Couture Fashion Week as well as Michael Jackson’s Official This Is It DVD Release Live where she worked with Michael’s...
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Day 264 - Bronson Pinchot - Purveyor Of Alternate Reality
Bronson Pinchot joins me on this episode of Dystopia Tonight! As a versatile actor celebrated for his unforgettable roles in both television and film Bronson has captivated audiences with his comedic talent and charismatic presence. He is best known for his iconic portrayal of Balki Bartokomous…
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Day 263 - Jerry Harrison - An Undramatic Ending
Jerry Harrison is a legendary musician, songwriter, and producer best known as the keyboardist and guitarist for the influential band Talking Heads. A key figure in the new wave movement, Jerry's innovative sound and creative vision helped shape the band's distinctive style. In addition to his…
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Day 262 - DeDee Pfeiffer - The Introvert's Extrovert
DeDee Pfeiffer is an accomplished actress and advocate with a dynamic career spanning over three decades. Known for her vibrant personality and versatility, she has captivated audiences in both film and television. DeDee gained widespread recognition for her roles in popular series like "Cybill"...
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Day 261 - Lawrence Gowan - Long Winded Answers From The Bubble
Lawrence Gowan is a Canadian musician, vocalist, and songwriter, best known as the lead singer and keyboardist for the rock band Styx. Born on November 22, 1956, in Glasgow, Scotland, Gowan moved to Canada with his family at a young age. He began his musical career in the late 1970s, gaining...
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Day 260 - Jay Leno - A Single Focused Person
Jay Leno, a true icon of American comedy, joins me on this episode of Dystopia Tonight! We swap Richard Lewis stories, chat about his start as a comic at Emerson College, his love for cars and motorcycles on "Jay Leno's Garage." comedy legends Robert Klein, George Carlin, Richard Pryor and Sam...
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Day 259 - Shawn Mullins - When The Work Really Starts
On this brand new episode of Dystopia Tonight we have the first-ever podcast appearance of Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Shawn Mullins! Shawn and I talk about everything from his early days as a young musician, his musical family, early inspirations, creativity, the Americana/Folk music…
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Day 258 - Mama B - A Mothers Day Special
Mama B (Jacq Becker) creates music the whole family can enjoy by melding contemporary production with timeless song craft. Her debut, Imaginology pairs lyrics directly inspired by the crazy things kids say with elegant retro-pop.
About this show
Dystopia Tonight was born out of the Covid-19 Pandemic to give people a light-hearted break from the absurdity of the world around them by showcasing artists, comedians, musicians, and actors from all across the entertainment field and getting them to open up about what exactly they’ve been doing during this bizarre time. John asks about the state of their lives, careers, and well-being, while we all navigate through the current dystopia we’ve come to find ourselves living in.
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