Best Bryan T Davis Podcasts (2025)

While Erin is out of town Bryan is joined by friend of the show Naomi Ekperigin this week! We discuss what we did for Thanksgiving, and how Bryan spent last week with his family doing a tour of NYC including the Radio City Christmas Spectacular and an investigative report on how the American Girl Doll Store is one big scam. Bryan covers a recent ru…

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Dateline Recap: The Prince, The Whiz Kid & The Millionaire 52:06

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Happy Thanksgiving! We're off this week but we wanted to share one of our recent favorite Dateline Recaps from behind the paywall! Palm Springs, big hair, adult film stars, celebrities, and an iconic local journalist who we'd marry in a heartbeat. The gayest Dateline we've ever covered. Dateline Season 34, Episode 3. A group of conspirators, includ…

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Are custom baits worth the bucks? Part 2 (ft. Lee Sisson, Terry Battisti, and Marty Burns) 3:43:12

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Bass After Dark — inch for inch and pound for pound, the best show in fishing — is back for another lively, and LIVE, episode. Don't miss Brian the Carpenter, special guest co-host Epic Eric, and our three mystery panelists (spoiler alert: it's Lee Sisson, Terry Battisti, and Marty Burns) as we continue to tackle the question: Are custom baits wort…

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Gay Marriage Support in Decline, Menopause Treatment Changes, Cigarettes and Books from the 1930s 1:06:21

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This week Erin shares her new hobby of reading rare books from the 1930s, and Bryan gets back to smoking on the set of a short film in New York. Bryan covers annual polls from YouGov/The Economist and Gallup showing support for gay marriage and trans rights is at its lowest level in the last 10 years. Erin discusses how the NHS in the UK is now inc…

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What’s so special about JDM? (ft. Matt Paino, Munenori Kajiwara, and Oliver Ngy) 2:34:40

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Bass After Dark — inch for inch and pound for pound, the best show in fishing — is back for another lively, and LIVE, episode. Don't miss Ken Duke, Brian the Carpenter, and our three mystery panelists (spoiler alert: it's Matt Paino, Munenori Kajiwara, and Oliver Ngy) as we travel across the world to tackle the question: What’s so special about JDM…

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New York Times Blaming Women in the Workplace, Kim Davis’ Supreme Court Defeat, Austin, Erewhon Smoothies and Digi-Annie 1:13:55

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Erin is dehydrated after her visit to Austin, Bryan befriends his Erewhon-going seatmates on a flight to New York, plus some balm/SPF talk and a celebration of the results from last week’s elections. Erin discusses the NYT Opinion interview with three feminist conservative bootlickers titled “Did Liberal Feminism Ruin the Workplace”. Bryan brings u…

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How do you improve your mental game? (ft. Dr. Michael T. Lardon, Jared Lintner, and Drew Gill) 3:01:59

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Bass After Dark — inch for inch and pound for pound, the best show in fishing — is back for another lively, and LIVE, episode. Don't miss Ken Duke, Brian the Carpenter, and our three mystery panelists (spoiler alert: it's Dr. Michael T. Lardon, Jared Lintner, and Drew Gill) as we tackle the question: How do you improve your mental game? VOTE for Ba…

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Javier Milei, Gender Pay Gap Widening, Slow Horses and Great Aunt Tiny 54:37

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This week Erin goes horseback riding which causes Bryan's childhood equine trauma to resurface. Bryan discusses Argentinian President Javier Milei's Trump-style crusade against "LGBTQ+ ideology" and his ban on gender affirming care. Erin covers the gender pay gap which has widened for a second year in a row due to women being forced back into the o…

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Where should I take my talents in 2026? (ft. Kurt Dove, John Johnson, and Ben Milliken) 3:09:54

1M ago3:09:54

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Bass After Dark — inch for inch and pound for pound, the best show in fishing — is back for another lively, and LIVE, episode. Don't miss Ken Duke, Brian the Carpenter, and our three mystery panelists (spoiler alert: it's Kurt Dove, John Johnson, and Ben Milliken) as we tackle the question: Where should I take my talents in 2026? 🚨🧢 Official Bass A…

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Female World Leaders, Newsom Bill Vetos, and a Happy Hallowqueen! 1:00:51

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It's All Hallows' Eve and Erin and Bryan are dressed as everyone's favorite 90s home decorator and TV psychic for the occasion. Plus, everyone's favorite game - spin that wig! Erin shines a spotlight on two world leaders on opposite ends of the political spectrum: Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi who is shepherding a new wave of conservatism in Japan,…

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Is kayak bass fishing for you? (ft. Kristine Fischer, Jeff Little, and Adam Riser) 3:02:59

2M ago3:02:59

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Bass After Dark — inch for inch and pound for pound, the best show in fishing — is back for another lively, and LIVE, episode. Don't miss Ken Duke, Brian the Carpenter, and our three mystery panelists (spoiler alert: it's Kristine Fischer, Jeff Little, and Adam Riser) as we tackle the question: Is kayak bass fishing for you? 🚨🧢 Official Bass After …

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Church of Norway Apologizes, The Tech Right's Phyllis Schlafly, The Rachel and I'll See You At The Botanical Garden, Bitch. 1:09:37

2M ago1:09:37

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This week Erin and Bryan are both enjoying the fall weather in Santa Fe and New York, sharing some recent restaurant experiences, what it's like being interrupted by Boomers, and reminisce about The Rachel haircut. Bryan discusses The Church of Norway apologizing to the LGBTQ+ community for decades of discrimination, and for causing shame, harm and…

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What's good in the bass world in 2025? (ft. John Cox, Bailey Eigbrett, and John Murray) 2:31:51

2M ago2:31:51

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Bass After Dark — inch for inch and pound for pound, the best show in fishing — is back for another lively, and LIVE, episode. Don't miss Ken Duke, special guest co-host Paul Benson, and our three mystery panelists (spoiler alert: it's John Cox, Bailey Eigbrett, and John Murray) as we tackle the question: What's good in the bass world in 2025? 🚨🧢 O…

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Vikings Gay Cheerleaders, Supreme Court Reviewing Conversion Therapy Ban, Paul McCartney's Got Back and The Land 1:03:31

2M ago1:03:31

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This week Erin tells us all about her husband Alé's Paul McCartney VIP concert experience, and Bryan had some trouble offloading a ticket for the LA Philharmonic. Erin discusses the backlash to the two new gay male cheerleaders for the Minnesota Vikings squad and how their casting threatens toxic masculinity in the world of football. Bryan covers t…

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How do you catch bass from the back deck? (ft. Bryan New, Cornell Badra, and Justin Kimmel) 3:20:31

2M ago3:20:31

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Bass After Dark — inch for inch and pound for pound, the best show in fishing — is back for another lively, and LIVE, episode. Don't miss Brian the Carpenter, special guest co-host Epic Eric, and our three mystery panelists (spoiler alert: it's Bryan New, Cornell Badra, and Justin Kimmel) as we tackle the question: How do you catch 'em from the bac…

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Homeland Security Scrubbing Transgender Reporting, War on Tylenol, Back to School and The Hoka Polka 44:31

2M ago44:31

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Lace up your Hokas as we remember our childhood back to school anxiety, and we wonder if the 9-1-1 character Josh Russo was named after one of our favorite cinematic redheads. Bryan tells us about how the Department of Homeland Security's Office of Intelligence and Analysis is scrubbing the T from LGB+ in their communications , which will lead to l…

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Are custom baits worth the bucks? (ft. TackleKraft, Frank Scalish, and John Prior) 3:56:03

2M ago3:56:03

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Bass After Dark — inch for inch and pound for pound, the best show in fishing — is back for another lively, and LIVE, episode. Don't miss Brian the Carpenter, special guest co-host Epic Eric, and our three mystery panelists (spoiler alert: it's TackleKraft, Frank Scalish, and John Prior) as we tackle the question: Are custom baits worth the bucks? …

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Attitudes! x IMHO: The Crossover Event! 54:37

2M ago54:37

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This week we welcome IMHO: The Show's Darby Lynn Cartwright and Alexis P. Bevels to Attitudes! We reminisce with Darby and Alexis (listeners of the pod!) about Attitudes shows in the days of yore, give advice on how to continue a working relationship with your best friend (despite a fight or two), and get a surprise wig reveal from a ghost of 'Tude…

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How do you figure out tidal river bass? (ft. Mike Iaconelli, Kevin Short, and Bryan Schmitt) 2:37:48

2M ago2:37:48

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Bass After Dark — inch for inch and pound for pound, the best show in fishing — is back for another lively, and LIVE, episode. Don't miss Brian the Carpenter, special guest co-host Epic Eric, and our three mystery panelists (spoiler alert: it's Mike Iaconelli, Kevin Short, and Bryan Schmitt) as we tackle the question: How do you figure out tidal ri…

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Conservatives Labeling Trans People as Threats, South Carolina Proposes Abortion Ban, Gym Smoothie and Jury Duty 58:58

2M ago58:58

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Erin is fulfilling her civic duty after being called in for jury duty in Santa Fe. Bryan is stopped from going into his gym class and pulls an oopsie with a straight bro. Bryan discusses ramped up attacks against the trans community after recent events, and how conservatives are threatening to label them as violent extremist threats. Erin covers So…

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How do you catch bass in fall? (ft. Brian Latimer, Alex Davis, and Charlie Hartley) 3:23:24

3M ago3:23:24

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Bass After Dark — inch for inch and pound for pound, the best show in fishing — is back for another lively, and LIVE, episode. Don't miss Ken Duke, Brian the Carpenter, and our three mystery panelists (spoiler alert: it's Brian Latimer, Alex Davis, and Charlie Hartley) as we tackle the timely question: How do you catch bass in fall? Plus a special …

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Mia Moglie, Texas A&M Discarding LGBTQ+ Books, and the Dry Cleaning Strega Nonas 58:19

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This week Erin is recovering from a mystery illness, and Bryan is in need of a new dry cleaner after his recent pick-up experience. Erin discusses the "Mia Moglie" Facebook group of 32,000 members posting intimate photos of women without their permission, and how Italian police had to intervene to shut it down. Bryan shares a story of a Texas A&M U…

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What's it like to be a rookie bass pro? (ft. Kyle Patrick, Marshall Hughes, and Derek Lehtonen) 2:38:20

3M ago2:38:20

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Bass After Dark — inch for inch and pound for pound, the best show in fishing — is back for another lively, and LIVE, episode. Don't miss Ken Duke, Brian the Carpenter, and our three mystery panelists (spoiler alert: it's Kyle Patrick, Marshall Hughes, and Derek Lehtonen) as we tackle the question: What's it like to be a rookie bass pro? More Bass …

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Asphalt Art Safety, Kappa Kappa Gamma, Gendered Beta Blocker Testing, and Show and Tell 56:33

3M ago56:33

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It's show and tell week for the class! Erin shows off her new BLOCH shoes, and Bryan brings in a scent from the 80s that he's been craving (and fought a store employee about). Bryan discusses a 2022 Bloomberg article with data proving that crosswalk and street art installations actually improve safety and reduce accidents for drivers and pedestrian…

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What's in your panic box? (ft. Stetson Blaylock, Epic Eric, and Mike McClelland) 2:40:04

3M ago2:40:04

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Bass After Dark — inch for inch and pound for pound, the best show in fishing — is back for another lively, and LIVE, episode. Don't miss Ken Duke, Brian the Carpenter, and our three mystery panelists (spoiler alert: it's Stetson Blaylock, Epic Eric, and Mike McClelland) as we tackle the question: What's in your panic box? More Bass After Dark: You…

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Texas Suing Abortion Pill Distributors, Dems Leaving Trans People Behind, Korn and Pobody's Nerfect 56:02

3M ago56:02

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Bryan has returned to LA to his torn apart kitchen and gets advice from EMTs about a bad batch of drugs in town. Erin's back from her quick trip to NYC where she saw some theater and families wearing merch from punk rock bands you forgot about. Erin talks about GOP shenanigans in Texas where lawmakers are attempting to pass a bill that would allow …

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What was the 2025 Black Bass Symposium? (ft. Eigbrett, Sakmar, Lang, and the Bardins) 2:54:20

3M ago2:54:20

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Bass After Dark — inch for inch and pound for pound, the best show in fishing — is back for another lively, and LIVE, episode. Don't miss Ken Duke, Brian the Carpenter, and our FIVE mystery panelists (spoiler alert: it's Bailey Eigbrett, Josh Sakmar, Tom Lang, and Steven and Casey Bardin) as we tackle the question: What was the 2025 Black Bass Symp…

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Rainbow Crosswalks, Good Trouble in Texas, Carole Cook and The Incredible Mr. Limpet 51:01

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Bryan talks about finishing his run at Edinburgh, and a discussion about actress Carole Cook takes us into a 10 minute deep dive on the 1960s Don Knotts film The Incredible Mr. Limpet. Bryan discusses the new Department of Transportation mandate which led to Florida's Governor Ron DeSantis ordering every city to remove rainbow crosswalks for "polit…

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No Mifepristone at Costco, West Texas A&M Drag Ban, Amy Madigan and La Llorona 51:46

4M ago51:46

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Bryan is in his last week of shows at Edinburgh, Erin is (not) retired, and Aunt Gladys talk turns into learning about La Llorona and the Cucuy. Erin talks about the downturn of goodwill towards Costco after their decision to not sell Mifepristone due to conservative pushback. Bryan gives us some positive news with the Fifth Circuit Court in New Or…

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What are the big bait mods you need to know? (ft. Oliver Ngy, Tater Hog, and Steve Kennedy) 3:30:15

4M ago3:30:15

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Bass After Dark — inch for inch and pound for pound, the best show in fishing — is back for another lively, and LIVE, episode. Don't miss Brian the Carpenter, Terry Battisti, and our three mystery panelists (spoiler alert: it's Oliver Ngy, Tater Hog, and Steve Kennedy) as we tackle the question: What are the big bait mods you need to know? Mentione…

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Kim Davis, U.S. Burning Contraceptives, Bagpipes and Oasis 52:22

4M ago52:22

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This week Bryan has been spending all his free time in Edinburgh at the copy shops printing stickers for his posters, and Erin keeps prodding at him to go and see the Oasis reunion tour. Bryan tells us about human jean skirt aka Kim Davis' return and how Republicans are playing the long game to overturn marriage equality, and how covenant marriages…

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Who are bass fishing's heroes and zeros? (ft. Velvick, Berger, Battisti, and Johnson) 3:32:54

4M ago3:32:54

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Bass After Dark — inch for inch and pound for pound, the best show in fishing — is back for another lively, and LIVE, episode. Don't miss Ken Duke, Brian the Carpenter, and our FOUR mystery panelists (spoiler alert: it's Byron Velvick, Tyler Berger, Terry Battisti, and John Johnson) as we ask the question: Who are bass fishing's heroes and zeros? M…

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UK's Online Safety Act, Ryan Walters, Rhode Island Workplace Accommodations, Edinburgh and Tap Shoes 59:30

4M ago59:30

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Happy Birthday to Bryan! Fresh off his first week at the Edinburgh Fringe, Bryan tells us about the hustle it takes to perform at the world's largest performing arts festival. Erin saw the musical Some Like It Hot and has now been inspired to sign up for tap classes. Bryan explains the UK's Online Safety Act which now requires people to upload pers…

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How do you fish vegetation? (ft. Bobby Barrack, Jeff Holland, and John Cox) 2:58:50

4M ago2:58:50

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Bass After Dark — inch for inch and pound for pound, the best show in fishing — is back for another lively, and LIVE, episode. Don't miss Ken Duke, Brian the Carpenter, and our three mystery panelists (spoiler alert: it's Bobby Barrack, Jeff Holland, and John Cox) as we ask the question: How do you fish vegetation? Mentioned in the episode: http://…

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Dateline: The Widow of Woodland Hills 40:52

4M ago40:52

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Bryan is prepping for his Edinburgh debut, so this week we're re-releasing one of our favorite Dateline Recaps from behind the paywall! A hairdresser to the stars. Home security DVD system. Gas station clothes modeling and sexy encounters. This is LA baby. Dateline Season 33, Episode 23. A teen returns home from school to find her father, a celebri…

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How do you keep bass alive? (ft. Steven Bardin, Barb Elliott, Josh Sakmar, and Gene Gilliland) 2:52:22

5M ago2:52:22

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Bass After Dark — inch for inch and pound for pound, the best show in fishing — is back for another lively, and LIVE, episode. Don't miss Ken Duke, Brian the Carpenter, and our mystery panelists (spoiler alert: it's Steven Bardin, Barb Elliott, Josh Sakmar, and Gene Gilliland) as we ask the question: How do you keep bass alive? More Bass After Dark…

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Big Beautiful Bill Implications, 988, P-Touch and Burger King 56:30

5M ago56:30

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Erin is staying dewy in Santa Fe and trying to find batteries for her P-Touch to stay organized. Bryan overhears some bros rating New York's hottest burger joints before leaving the states for his Edinburgh shows. Erin tells us about how Trump's "Big, Beautiful Bill" moral parameters will jeopardize Planned Parenthood in states where abortion is no…

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After Dark Special: Wanna hear a story? 1:25:05

5M ago1:25:05

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Bass After Dark — inch for inch and pound for pound, the best show in fishing — is back for another lively, and LIVE, episode. Don't miss Ken Duke and Brian the Carpenter as we dive into some interesting stories you certainly won't hear anywhere else in this special episode of BAD! More Bass After Dark: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BassAfterDa…

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Bisexual Erasure, Women Driving The Economy, Cigarettes and the Subie Wave 52:44

5M ago52:44

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Erin now officially owns her car and teaches us about the "Subie Wave". We reminisce about being smokers and how we love seeing the smoking trope in films with characters holding a cigarette while being sexy, hatching plans and committing crimes. Bryan discusses The National Park Service continuing the ongoing erasure of the queer community by remo…

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Danmei, Wisconsin and Arizona Abortion Ban Repeals, Boston, Viagra and Adderall 1:01:39

5M ago1:01:39

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Bryan is with a private client exploring Boston and shares some pros and cons for visitors. Erin self-diagnoses herself with ADHD after taking Adderall for a late night shoot in Vancouver. Bryan tells us about the Asian genre of gay erotic fiction called Danmei which is being criminalized under Chinese pornography laws. Erin gives us some good news…

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Does 'Made in America' mean anything? (ft. George Acord, Paul Benson, and Chris Martin) 2:21:23

5M ago2:21:23

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Bass After Dark — inch for inch and pound for pound, the best show in fishing — is back for another lively, and LIVE, episode. Don't miss Ken Duke, Brian the Carpenter, and our three mystery panelists (spoiler alert: it's George Acord, Paul Benson, and Chris Martin) as we ask the question: Does 'Made in America' mean anything? More Bass After Dark:…

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People Over Papers, Budapest Pride, Bezos Wedding and Glory Holes 49:12

5M ago49:12

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Erin is sweatin' it out with no AC during her last week in Vancouver, and Bryan tells us which celebrity turds were at the Bezos wedding over the weekend. Erin discusses the website People Over Papers that was designed by two women to fight fascism and inform people about ICE activity. Bryan updates us on the "municipal festival" in Budapest that s…

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How do you fish a BIG worm? (ft. Keith Combs, Paul Elias, and Tim Horton) 2:36:24

5M ago2:36:24

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Bass After Dark — inch for inch and pound for pound, the best show in fishing — is back for another lively, and LIVE, episode. Don't miss Ken Duke, Brian the Carpenter, and our three mystery panelists (spoiler alert: it's Keith Combs, Paul Elias, and Tim Horton) as we ask the BIG question: How do you fish a BIG worm? GoFundMe for Keith Thomas house…

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Supreme Court on Gender-Affirming Care and Pregnancy Resource Centers, First Class Pringles and Normal Eye Freckle 57:42

6M ago57:42

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Erin is back in Santa Fe for a limited time, dropping off all her Vancouver luggages, and Bryan is still without a kitchen and has a new eye diagnosis. Bryan covers the recent Supreme Court case United States v. Skrmetti which upheld a Tennessee ban on gender-afffirming care. Erin examines the appeal being brought to the high court regarding New Je…

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After Dark Special: What's on your mind? (pt. 2 - ft. You!) 3:28:36

6M ago3:28:36

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Bass After Dark — inch for inch and pound for pound, the best show in fishing — is back for another lively, and LIVE, episode. Don't miss Ken Duke, Brian the Carpenter, Oliver Ngy, Byron Velvick, and YOU as BAD fans join us to answer the question: What's on your mind? Byron Velvick biker vest on eBay: https://www.ebay.com/itm/306356887736 GoFundMe …

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Anti-Trans Billionaires, Southern Baptist Convention, Bowen Island and No Kings Day 52:35

6M ago52:35

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This week Erin captains a boat from Vancouver to Bowen Island, and Bryan has some kitchen mold remediation but still attends the WeHo No King's Day protest. Erin reviews an article from Atmos where climate policy experts Vivian Taylor and Philip Newell share their discoveries of fossil fuel billionaires funneling money into the anti-trans movement …

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How do you fish a deep-diving crankbait? (ft. David Fritts, Mark Davis, and Brandon Perkins) 2:55:15

6M ago2:55:15

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Bass After Dark — inch for inch and pound for pound, the best show in fishing — is back for another lively, and LIVE, episode. Don't miss Ken Duke, Brian the Carpenter, and our three mystery panelists (spoiler alert: it's David Fritts, Mark Davis, and Brandon Perkins) as we do a deep dive on the question: How do you fish a deep-diving crankbait? Go…

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Hungary Pride Bans, Indy 500 Plane Banner, John Proctor is the Villain and LA ICE Raids 48:48

6M ago48:48

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This week Bryan has some pre-Tony Awards praise for John Proctor is the Villain (congrats to Cole Escola!), and we discuss the horrific ICE Raids and protests currently happening in LA. Bryan takes us to Hungary to tell us about their government banning LGBTQ+ events, including Budapest Pride, and how the EU is lacking the backbone to do anything a…