Comedian John Dollar joins the show to share his humor and takes on conspiracy theories. It is a wild ride from crop circles to the complex reality of information.

We break down the messy nature of trust in the modern era. John opens up about why he is skeptical of mainstream narratives. Did you know that intelligence agencies have historically influenced public opinion through disinformation campaigns?? It is a humorous and candid look at why it feels harder than ever to know what is actually real.

We also get into the lighter side of things, including John's unique perspective on clean comedy and life as a touring comic. Whether you are curious about specific conspiracy theories or just want to hear a great conversation about the current state of media, this episode covers it all.

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Follow John Dollar on Instagram: @johndollarcomedy
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Recommendations:
1. Succession on HBO
2. Float the Harpeth River in Tennessee

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Brian Bates is here to help Nicole and new co-host Zeta Graves kick off season 2! Brian is a stand up comic, podcast host of The Public Figures Pod and dad to a 4 year old!

Nicole and Zeta were excited to welcome Brian to talk about his new standup comedy special, Worried (out on YouTube now), and Brian's resting worried face affliction. They also dive into the perils of online dating, who qualifies as a short king, and how to become a full-time comedian at 43.

Contact Brian Bates:
Instagram: @brainbatescomic

Recommendations:
1. Mid Day Squares
2. Bluey the Cartoon

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My Crunchy Zen Era is back for Season 2! Join Nicole Swisher and her new co-host, Zeta Graves, as they kick off a fresh chapter.

After a brief hiatus (burnout? maybe...), the podcast returns with a renewed focus on the unhinged mess of life. This teaser episode will kick-off our next season (in life?) with a rundown of where we've been and where we're going.

Whether you are a longtime listener or new to the community, this episode sets the stage for our upcoming content. We are embracing the chaos and finding humor in the journey, and we want you to be part of this new era.

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