You're Making It Worse

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Although ​performing ​stand-up comedy ​was what initially united ​Eliot, Brent, and H. Alan over 10 years ago​, it’s their ​openness ​(​and ​sense of humor) about feeling ​totally ​lost ​and disconnected from the gay community that’s truly bonded them. ​On YMIW, ​Eliot, Brent and H. Alan get down and dirty, exploring the ​good, bad, and ugly ​tropes of contemporary gay life, often the stuff that no one -- especially ​​​straight people -- discuss for fear of being labeled homophobic. (Don’t worry. ​They’ll do that for you.) Each episode features ​a special guest ​-​- comedians, humorists, musicians, influencers, film/TV writers, journalists, politicians, etc. - as well as allies, enemies, and acquaintances from all backgrounds and professions, not just those in the public eye. And as white​, urban-dwelling ​gay ​dudes in their ​thirties, Eliot, Brent and H. Alan​ check their own privilege at the door, eager to ​instead explore what life looks ​for those not afforded the same concessions.

  • 51 minutes 30 seconds
    Rheeqrheeq Chainey

    Hilarious writer Rheeqrheeq Chainey joins us to talk about, well, mostly the older white women we're all obsessed with. But first, we dive into the PA school board's controversial cancellation of an anti-bullying speech by 30 Rock actor Maulik Pancholy. And finally, we discuss the "Gay Art of Fast Walking." Easter egg: Brent was sick while recording and by the end he sounds like death and is high from NyQuil! 

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    2 May 2024, 8:00 am
  • 58 minutes 12 seconds
    Kevin DeBacker

    Kevin DeBacker, amazing comedian BUT ALSO gay foster dad, joins us to have such an enlightening and heartwarming conversation about gay foster parenting. But first, did JoJo Siwa REALLY invent gay pop or is that just delusion talking? And finally, Eliot wants to know, does owning a Tesla make you...a douche bag?!

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    25 April 2024, 8:00 am
  • 53 minutes 48 seconds
    Colton Dowling

    Colton Dowling, one of the funniest Texans, joins us to talk about the intersectionality between stand-up comedy and his X-rated Onlyfans page. But first, the guys chat about Biden 2024's LGBT outreach (and Brent gets v heated about people who don't vote!). And finally, Eliot wants to know what our seasonal color palette is...[rolls eyes].

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    18 April 2024, 8:00 am
  • 56 minutes 6 seconds
    Liam Gareau

    The downright hilarious Liam Gareau chats with us about being gay in Canada and his pop culture canon...mostly Linda Rondstadt. But first, we discuss a report that Grindr, in an attempt to monetize the platform, might introduce AI chatbots!? Brent ain't having it! And finally, Eliot is dying to know, what do we music novices think of Beyonce's new country album, Cowboy Carter?

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    11 April 2024, 8:00 am
  • 54 minutes 47 seconds
    Halle Kiefer

    Adorable and hilarious Halle Kiefer joins us to talk about why her Catholic faith is more terrifying than the most gruesome horror movies. But first, One Million Moms goes to war against...Paris Hilton and the color pink. And finally, Grindr turns 15! We celebrate by musing whether it's been a good or bad influence on us all. 

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    4 April 2024, 8:00 am
  • 51 minutes 55 seconds
    Adam Bucci

    The multi-talented Adam Bucci joins us to discuss his beloved horror and pop culture shop, Small Town Weirdo, devolving into us geeking out on Ryan Phillippe and all things horror (Eliot excluded, too scary!). But first, why is BYU forcing incoming freshman to read an anti-gay speech that involves musket fire!? And finally, hear firsthand how Brent dupes Eliot with a sleazy texting app literally multiple times a week! 

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    28 March 2024, 8:00 am
  • 54 minutes 56 seconds
    Barrett Blackman

    The delightfully dry Barrett Blackman joins the guys to discuss all things Golden Girls (yes, even Golden Palace) as well as his appearance on Judge Mathis (jealous!). But first, would you believe that trans high school thespian Max Hightower went head-to-head with their Texas principal...and won?! And finally, should there be a protocol for swapping nude pics?! Eliot needs to know!

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    21 March 2024, 8:00 am
  • 46 minutes 55 seconds
    Dubbs Weinblatt

    Dubbs Weinblatt joins us to talk about coming out stories and maybe even how great Columbus, OH is! But first, is it weird that RuPaul's new bookstore is selling Kirk Cameron novels? And finally, hear about all the drama that happened the day after an amorous fella sent Eliot a bunch of filthy videos on Grindr.

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    14 March 2024, 8:00 am
  • 51 minutes 37 seconds
    Parker Callahan

    Parker Callahan, hilarious performer and writer, engages us with a freewheeling chat about microdosing, Cards Against Humanity, and his brilliantly gay-themed body of theater work. But first, we explore the horrific death of Oklahoma non-binary teen Nex Benedict, who mysteriously dropped dead one day after being assaulted by bullies in their suburban Tulsa high school. And finally, what should we make of Fentanyl test strips being available in gay bars!? Should we be scared? Relieved? Who even still does coke!? Not Alan...😬

    Here's the GoFundMe for Nex Benedict: https://www.gofundme.com/f/dagny-benedict

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    7 March 2024, 9:00 am
  • 58 minutes 27 seconds
    Kate Stayman-London

    The effervescently hilarious Kate Stayman-London joins us to discuss her romance novels, Taylor Swift's sexuality, and working for Hillary. But first, the guys discuss why Greece legalizing same-sex marriage is a huge deal for an Orthodox country. And finally, Eliot discusses the kind of business he dreams of opening and Brent shares his own...rather dark idea.

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    29 February 2024, 9:00 am
  • 56 minutes 26 seconds
    Reid Pope

    The brilliant comedian Reid Pope comes on to discuss their viral "thirst trap recreations," and how unamused many of those self-serious influencers were. But first, will you invest in the NEW Fire Island that's gonna be in Greece, I guess? And finally, learn how gays paved the way for all those straight DINKs out there. No, that's not a sex term, you'll just have to listen to find out what it means! 

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    22 February 2024, 9:00 am
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