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Not So Comfy

by Johan Yamoza, Derek Weigl, Matt Marletta, Josh Smith

The podcast that discusses controversial topics across many different genres by four young adults in hopes to change the expectation of young people's ability to influence important opinions in media. Podcasts are released every Tuesday along with video snippets and highlights on YouTube.

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Episodes

  1. #17 The Condition of Being A Man

    The Crew talks about a topic that is going to make EVERYONE uncomfortable: the condition of being a man. We talk about social norms, relationships, masculinity, the fragility of men and much more! We hope you enjoyed this episode as much as we did making it! We want to hear from you, the viewer!...

  2. #16 The World is Amazing and Nobody's Happy

    This week, the Crew brings on special guest Freedom Vera, who is a philosopher and artist. This weeks topic is an interesting one: the world is amazing and nobody's happy. In it, we speak on technology, the meaning of happiness, the dangers of participation trophies, and other things that will…

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  3. #15 Is It Funny or Is It F**cked? Part 2

    This week, the Crew tell some stories and you get to decide whether or not they are funny or f**ked. Derek followed by Josh tell stories that may or may not be real life; we'll let you be the judge of that. We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we did making it! We want to hear from you, the...

  4. #14 Is It Funny or Is It F**cked?

    We apologize for the hiatus; we've all been finishing up thing for the end of the semester at college. BUT WE'RE BACK BABY! This week, the Crew tell some stories and you get to decide whether or not they are funny or f**ked. Matt followed by Johan tell real life stories that happened to them. We...

  5. #13 The Asian American Experience in the United States

    The Crew brings on a guest, Vivian, who is an Asian American woman who currently lives in the United States. Through school, the health care system, and everyday experiences, Vivian and the rest of the group try to wrap their head around Asian American hate. A special thank you to our friend for...

  6. #12 What is Normal?

    The Crew take on the weird discussion on what is defined as normal on this weeks episode. We view normal from multiple views: generations, propaganda, social media, hard work, dreams, gender, sexual orientation and many other facets. Josh intros and actually pronounces his name correctly. Johan...

  7. #11 Conspiracy Theories

    This week, the Crew bring on Mike, an SEA (Sound-Enginering-Arts) major at William Paterson Univesity, to talk about how society views the topic of Conspiracy Theories. We also talk about many of those that have arisen in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic as well as some historical ones that...

  8. #10 What's Going On in The World Today

    On this weeks episode of The Not So Comfy podcast, you get a glimpse of pre-show antics (0:00), Matt & Josh get metaphysical (0:36), which leads to use talking about a Tesla plant logging hundreds of COVID-19 infections (0:59). Derek brings up the stimulus checks (3:45) and the crew argue for and...

  9. #9 The Death Penalty

    In this weeks episode of the Not So Comfy podcast, the Crew discuss the moral dilemma and real world practicality of the Death Penalty. Johan is becoming a scat artist. Matt loves hypotheticals. Derek gets a phone call. Josh thinks trading lives like pokemon is immoral. We hope you enjoy this...

  10. #8 Mental Health

    This weeks episode of the Not So Comfy Podcast introduces one of our good friends, Grant. He talks about his hardships in life and shares his story as a person clinically-diagnosed with depression, what he thinks about it, and how he lives with it. The rest of the gang chimes in to give some...

  11. #7 The Morality of Legalizing Drugs

    This week, the Crew talks about the pros & cons of Legalization of Marijuana They also debate the social morality of drugs as a whole. Derek debates Matt. Matt leads the charge for Devil's Advocate. Johan keeps scatting. Josh brings up interesting points that the Crew overlook. Feel free to…

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  12. #6 Personalities of the Cast

    The guys take a break from the hard hitting topics to just.....have a chat. In this episode you get a little more insight to each of the guys everyday life. We want to hear from you, the viewer! Feel free to email us at [email protected] for any questions, comments, topic suggestions…

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  13. #5 Gun Control

    This week, the Crew touches on the main points of Gun Control. Johan has a wonderful intro, Derek talks about Guns relating to school, Josh has some questions about Gun ownership, Matt answers his questions and everyone has a different view on all the points made. Shoutout to Jon, Connor, and...

  14. #4 Through the Eyes of an Addict

    This weeks episode of the Not So Comfy Podcast introduces one of our good friends, Evan. He talks about his hardships in life and shares his story as a recovering addict, what he has done about it, and how he feels about it. The rest of the gang chimes in to give some insight onto how they feel.…

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  15. #3 Cancel Culture

    On this weeks episode of The Not So Comfy Podcast, the boys take a deep drive into Cancel Culture; what it means, a little bit of the history, and what their opinions are on the subject. Tune in for some laughs as well as some serious moments. Enjoy!

  16. #2 COVID-19

    This week, the boys bring in a new face, Aiden, Matt's brother, to discuss how life has been going for him amid being a high-schooler during a pandemic. The novel Coronavirus has meddled with pretty much everyone's lives and we talk a little bit about our experiences as well as how we went…

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  17. #1 Introducing the Cast, their Take on Anxiety, Technology, and Their Relationship.

    The Not So Comfy Podcast Ep. 1 introduces the team members and their background. Join the group of young college students as they discuss experiences with anxiety and technology, and how those things have intertwined in the lives of so many young adults. Along with serious talks and discussions…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

The podcast that discusses controversial topics across many different genres by four young adults in hopes to change the expectation of young people's ability to influence important opinions in media. Podcasts are released every Tuesday along with video snippets and highlights on YouTube.

HOSTED BY

Johan Yamoza, Derek Weigl, Matt Marletta, Josh Smith

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The podcast that discusses controversial topics across many different genres by four young adults in hopes to change the expectation of young people's ability to influence important opinions in media. Podcasts are released every Tuesday along with video snippets and highlights on YouTube.

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Not So Comfy has 17 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.

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Not So Comfy is created and hosted by Johan Yamoza, Derek Weigl, Matt Marletta, Josh Smith.
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