On this week's edition of Copeland's Corner, Brian is joined by comedians Kevin Avery, Tony Camin, and first-time guest Gini Sikes for a lively and insightful panel. The group dives into the controversy surrounding Jimmy Kimmel’s return to late night TV, the role of free speech and government censorship, and the shifting boundaries of comedy in today’s culture. The panelists share personal stories about getting in trouble for jokes, discuss the evolution of what’s considered acceptable in stand-up, and reflect on how news, commentary, and misinformation shape public opinion. The episode also touches on current events including vaccine skepticism, the Tylenol-autism debate, and a breaking news story about a shooting at a Dallas ICE facility.

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#GiniSikes - GiniSikesComedy.com and @GiniSikes on Instagram

#KevinAvery - @KevinAveryComedy on Instagram

#TonyCamin - TonyCamin.com and on Instagram @Tony.Camin

#JimmyKimmel #Tylenol #DallasICEFacility #JimmyKimmelSuspension #TylenolCausesAutism #ICE

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#CopelandUnfiltered #ComedyCommentary #PodcastersOfYouTube #ComicsOnAir #TalkPodcast

#PoliticalHumor #PoliticalPodcast #HotTalkTopicsPodcast

Hosted by the Bay Area's own Brian Copeland, a longtime Actor, Comedian, Author, Playwright, Television and Radio Personality. Brian and The Copeland's Corner Network of content creators provide a weekly mashup of news, interviews and comedy.

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Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland.

This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.

Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer.

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This week's edition of Copeland's Corner, Brian is joined by comedians Wendy Liebman and Brian Malow for a lively roundtable. The panel discusses the controversy over lowering flags for public figures, the intersection of politics and sports, and the complexities of symbolic gestures in America. The conversation shifts to Donald Trump’s lawsuit against the New York Times, the chilling effect of legal threats on journalism, and the personal risks faced by those who speak out. The group also delves into the challenges of political comedy, crowd work, and the evolving landscape of stand-up. Other topics include AM radio’s future, car troubles, and the quirks of dog breeds.

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#BrianMalow - ScienceComedian.com

#WendyLiebman - Who's Up with Wendy & Nancy Podcast - WendyLiebman.com

#JournalismMatters #DogLovers #CrowdWork #BeKind #AMRadio #StandupComedy #FlagDebate #AMRadio #TrumpLawsuit #NYTimes #PhilliesKaren #CharlieKirk

#BrianCopeland #CopelandsCorner #HeadlinersOnTheHeadlines

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#PoliticalHumor #PoliticalPodcast #HotTalkTopicsPodcast

Hosted by the Bay Area's own Brian Copeland, a longtime Actor, Comedian, Author, Playwright, Television and Radio Personality. Brian and The Copeland's Corner Network of content creators provide a weekly mashup of news, interviews and comedy.

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Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland.

This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.

Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer.

For any show inquiries, please email CopelandsCornerPodcast@gmail.com

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In this bonus episode of Headliners on the Headlines, host Brian Copeland and comedians Yayne Abeba and Tom Sawyer break down the shocking aftermath of the Charlie Kirk assassination. With their signature mix of political insight and razor-sharp comedy, the panel unpacks the ripple effects, the media frenzy, and what this means for the political landscape ahead.

From breaking news coverage to cultural commentary, Headliners on the Headlines delivers smart, progressive humor on the stories that dominate America’s headlines. If you like shows in the style of late-night political satire, you’ll love this unfiltered take on one of the biggest stories of the year.

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Hosted by the Bay Area's own Brian Copeland, a longtime Actor, Comedian, Author, Playwright, Television and Radio Personality. Brian and The Copeland's Corner Network of content creators provide a weekly mashup of news, interviews and comedy.

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Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland.

This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.

Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer.

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This week on Copeland’s Corner, Brian Copeland is joined by comedians Cathy Ladman, Ritch Shydner, and Blaine Capatch for a lively and thoughtful roundtable. The episode opens with a somber reflection on the breaking news of Charlie Kirk’s shooting, sparking a nuanced discussion about political polarization, violence, and the state of free speech in America.

The panel then dives into a variety of current events and cultural topics, including:

• The viral “Phillies Karen” baseball incident and the dangers of internet mob justice
• The release of Jeffrey Epstein’s 2000 birthday book and its implications for Donald Trump
• The cancellation of Stephen Colbert’s show and the intersection of politics and media
• Florida’s controversial stance on childhood vaccine mandates
• The rise of AI, job loss, and the changing economic landscape
• The “locked-in effect” of divorced couples living together to keep low mortgage rates

The gang also share personal stories, career reflections, and plenty of laughs, from mistaken identity tales to memories of the stand-up comedy boom.

Don’t forget to follow Copeland’s Corner on Instagram for updates, and please leave a five-star review if you enjoyed the show!

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#BlaineCapatch - Nerd Poker Podcast

#RitchShydner - RitchShydner.com

#CathyLadman - Website and @CathyLadman1 on Instagram

#CharlieKirk #CharlieKirkShooting #GunViolence #EpsteinBirthdayBook #DonaldTrump

#StephenCobert #TheRiseOfAI #ArtificialIntelligence #PhilliesKaren #NerdPokerPodcast

#TheGreatAmericanCrapShow

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Hosted by the Bay Area's own Brian Copeland, a longtime Actor, Comedian, Author, Playwright, Television and Radio Personality. Brian and The Copeland's Corner Network of content creators provide a weekly mashup of news, interviews and comedy.

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Email: BrianCopelandShow@Gmail.com

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Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland.

This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.

Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer.

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This week, Brian is joined by regulars Tom Sawyer, Yayne Abeba, and Brent Weinbach for a candid, wide-ranging discussion. The panel dives into the latest developments in the Jeffrey Epstein/Ghislaine Maxwell case, including the political fallout, the press conference by victims, and the implications for Donald Trump and other public figures. They debate whether Trump’s base will stick with him, the cult of personality in politics, and the shifting tides within the Republican party.

The conversation expands to personal stories about encountering shady situations, the psychology of denial and complicity, and the broader issue of accountability for those in power. The group also touches on vaccine mandates in Florida, the anti-vax movement, and the impact of political decisions on public health and tourism.

Other topics include the legacy of public figures embroiled in scandal, the nature of evil, and the importance of recognizing and confronting wrongdoing.

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#BrentWeinbach - BrentWeinbach.com & "Popular Culture" Comedy Special on YouTube

#YayneAbeba - @YayneAbebaComedy on TikTok

#TomSawyer - TomSawyerVoices.com

#JeffreyEpstein #DonaldTrump #RepublicanParty #VaccineMandates #Florida #PublicScandals #PopularCulture

#BrianCopeland #CopelandsCorner #HeadlinersOnTheHeadlines

#CopelandUnfiltered #ComedyCommentary #PodcastersOfYouTube #ComicsOnAir #TalkPodcast

#PoliticalHumor #PoliticalPodcast #HotTalkTopicsPodcast

Hosted by the Bay Area's own Brian Copeland, a longtime Actor, Comedian, Author, Playwright, Television and Radio Personality. Brian and The Copeland's Corner Network of content creators provide a weekly mashup of news, interviews and comedy.

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Email: BrianCopelandShow@Gmail.com

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Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland.

This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.

Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer.

For any show inquiries, please email CopelandsCornerPodcast@gmail.com

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In #Episode228 of Copeland's Corner, Brian welcomes comedians Maureen Langan, Jackie Kashian, and Jann Karam for a lively, thought-provoking roundtable of #HeadlinersOnTheHeadlines. The panel dives into the challenges of performing comedy in today’s political climate, censorship, and the impact of book bans and erasing history. They share personal stories about standing up to bullies, both on stage and in life, and discuss the importance of speaking out on women’s rights, abortion access, and the ongoing fight for equality.

The conversation is candid and often humorous, touching on everything from banned books in Florida to the realities of performing for different audiences, and the personal toll of political and social upheaval.

Follow the guests on social media for more updates, and don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review!

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#JackieKashian - JackieKashian.com

#JannKaram - JannKaram.com and @JannKaramComedian on Instagram

#MaureenLangan - MaureenLangan.com & @MaureenLangan on Instagram.

#BookBans #RepresentationMatters #Bullying #PersonalBullyStories #BullyStories

#WomensRights #Abortion #PowerOfSolidarity #Resilience #TheResistance

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#PoliticalHumor #PoliticalPodcast #HotTalkTopicsPodcast

Hosted by the Bay Area's own Brian Copeland, a longtime Actor, Comedian, Author, Playwright, Television and Radio Personality. Brian and The Copeland's Corner Network of content creators provide a weekly mashup of news, interviews and comedy.

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Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland.

This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.

Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer.

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This week Brian welcomes guests Greg Proops, Lizz Winstead, and Tom Sawyer. The mix blends humor, political analysis, and cultural critique, highlighting the intersection of comedy and activism in contemporary America.

Some Topics On Tap:

• Gavin Newsom’s response as a leader of the resistance.
• Reflections on the role of comedy in politics, referencing shows like The Daily Show, Colbert Report, and the careers of Jay Leno, David Letterman, and Johnny Carson.
• The future of fair congressional districts, and the potential for national reform.
• Wealth, billionaires, and the influence of tech moguls, including a critique of eugenics-like thinking in Silicon Valley and the dangers of unchecked wealth and power.
• The decline of shopping malls as a symbol of changing American culture.

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#LizzWinstead : @LizzWinstead on Instagram

#GregProops - @ProopDog on Instagram

#TomSawyer - TomSawyerVoices.com

#GavinNewsom #TheResistance #LateNightTV #Billionaires #ShoppingMalls #NationalReform #CongressionalDistricts

#BrianCopeland #CopelandsCorner #HeadlinersOnTheHeadlines

#CopelandUnfiltered #ComedyCommentary #PodcastersOfYouTube #ComicsOnAir #TalkPodcast

#PoliticalHumor #PoliticalPodcast #HotTalkTopicsPodcast

Hosted by the Bay Area's own Brian Copeland, a longtime Actor, Comedian, Author, Playwright, Television and Radio Personality. Brian and The Copeland's Corner Network of content creators provide a weekly mashup of news, interviews and comedy.

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For more from Brian...

Visit his website: www.BrianCopeland.com

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Email: BrianCopelandShow@Gmail.com

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Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland.

This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.

Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer.

For any show inquiries, please email CopelandsCornerPodcast@gmail.com

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Brian welcomes comedians Johnny Steele, Don Reed, and first-time guest ANT for this week's lively, wide-ranging panel discussion. The conversation is candid, humorous, and at times heated, with the whole gang offering diverse perspectives on politics, society, and the changing media landscape.

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#ComicName - Website or Social Media Link

#ANT : @TheOfficialAnt on Instagram

#JohnnySteele : JohnnySteele.com

#DonReed : @DonReedWow on Instagram

#NationalGuard #AgeDiscrimination #LateNightTV #TippingCulture #Immigration #Profiling #CrimeStatistics

#BrianCopeland #CopelandsCorner #HeadlinersOnTheHeadlines

#CopelandUnfiltered #ComedyCommentary #PodcastersOfYouTube #ComicsOnAir #TalkPodcast

#PoliticalHumor #PoliticalPodcast #HotTalkTopicsPodcast

Hosted by the Bay Area's own Brian Copeland, a longtime Actor, Comedian, Author, Playwright, Television and Radio Personality. Brian and The Copeland's Corner Network of content creators provide a weekly mashup of news, interviews and comedy.

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For more from Brian...

Visit his website: www.BrianCopeland.com

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Email: BrianCopelandShow@Gmail.com

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Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland.

This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.

Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer.

For any show inquiries, please email CopelandsCornerPodcast@gmail.com

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