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Teach Me Good

Art Cai, Fernando Ruiz, Toren deRosa
Comedian Art Cai (@fartcai) has been an uncultured swine for too long. So he and another comedian friend Fernando Ruiz (@oakcliffdaddy) and Toren deRosa (@torenderosa) set out to learn anything and everything they can-- by talking to the people. From hobbies to personal experiences and everything in between (e.g. ghost hunting, foreskin restoration, becoming a monk), they stuff their hungry gobs with all of it on TEACH ME GOOD (@teachmegoodpodcast).
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Episodes

Clitoris (w/ Kyle Marian)

Comedian and scientist Kyle Marians sits the boys down to explain the clitoris to them. They discuss the scientific and cultural history surrounding the famous body part and debunk the myths and legends. Art and Fernando also finally learn where to find it.

Nov 21, 20211 hr 15 min

Taking a little break!

The boys will be back mid-November (maybe even earlier)! While you're suffering (i.e. waiting)... tell your friend about us, throw us a review, follow us on social media, check us out the Patreon (www.patreon.com/teachmegood) and

Oct 11, 20213 min

Kingdom Hearts (w/ Josh Nasser)

Comedian and friend of the podcast Josh Nasser talks about his obsession with the video game Kingdom Hearts. He's played every single game and will continue to keep playing. He's even practicing for some Kingdom Hearts speed runs. Art and Fernando take in how crazy the plot and gameplay actually is.

Oct 03, 20211 hr 10 min

Improv on a Cruise (w/ Tony Sykowski)

Comedian and friend of the pod Tony Sykowski spent a summer performing improv with the Second City on a Norwegian Cruise. He talks about what it was like to perform to cruise patrons with the same jokes night after night. And how humor changes when its in front of tourists wearing Hawaiian shirts. Art and Fernando plan how to get on a cruise as stand-up comedians.

Sep 28, 20211 hr 22 min

Spine Surgeries and Pain Management (w/ Richard Krysztoforski)

Podcaster and comedian Richard Krysztoforski talks about his multiple spine surgeries and how he manages his pain. From ketamine visits to physical therapy, Richard has gone through it all. He's even had testicular cancer so he's not stranger to pain and how to deal with major lifestyle changes. Art and Fernando get hyped on medically induced k-hole.

Sep 19, 20211 hr 6 min

The Twilight Series (w/ Simon Johnston)

Comedian and podcaster Simon Johnston chats with the boys about the infamous teenage vampire love saga-- Twilight. They discuss the repression, Mormonism, and creepy details of the series while being fully aware that Simon himself still watched all of them.

Sep 12, 20211 hr 20 min

Working on Murder Docuseries (w/ Joshua Lampley)

Comedian and friend Joshua Lampley chats about the work he did on a few murder docuseries. From asking for actual evidence to scrubbing through crime scene pictures to interviewing family members to auditioning actors, he chats about how strange the experience was to turn murder into entertainment. Art and Fernando listen close just in case they ever end up in a murder docuseries!

Sep 06, 20211 hr 19 min

Accents and Intelligibility (w/ Jessica Coyle)

Comedian, podcaster, and speech instructor Jessica Coyle teaches the guys the problematic nature of how society treats accents and her work with ESL students and their accents. The dudes learn that no accent is "better" than another and that America isn't a "neutral" accent!

Aug 30, 20211 hr 19 min

Alabama Sorority Life (pt 2 w/ Anna)

University of Alabama alum and sorority gal Anna teaches the squad about sorority rush and sorority life at THE Greek life school. The dudes learn about the intense rush process and whether or not they themselves could get a bid-- all because of the TikTok trend. Part 2 of a 2 part episode.

Aug 24, 20211 hr 16 min

Alabama Sorority Life (pt 1 w/ Anna)

University of Alabama alum and sorority gal Anna teaches the squad about sorority rush and sorority life at THE Greek life school. The dudes learn about the intense rush process and whether or not they themselves could get a bid-- all because of the TikTok trend. Part 1 of a 2 part episode.

Aug 22, 202154 min

Cult High School (w/ Lindsay Lucido)

Comedian and TikToker Lindsay Lucido talks about her experience in the "Troubled Teen Industry" and how it fed into the Monarch School-- a high school based on the 1960's cult Synanon. We discuss the emotional, mental, and physical abuse everyone endured how it has affected her today. Art and Fernando discuss how they would be terrible at the school.

Aug 15, 20211 hr 29 min

Being an Olympian (w/ Dan Kellner)

Former Olympian fencer (Athens '04) and current Olympian fencing coach (fresh from Tokyo '20) Dan Kellner talks about the struggles and rewards of being an Olympian. From physical conditioning to mental health to the whole olympic experience, Dan discusses his perspective as an Olympian and as a coach. Art and Fernando discuss how they can qualify right now.

Aug 08, 20211 hr 16 min

Skateboarding (w/ Ally Mason)

Comedian and skateboarder Ally Mason chats with the dudes about her interest in skateboarding. What it means to her and how people can start. Art talks about how he broke his foot while skateboarding recently and Fernando gets pumped about Tony Hawk.

Aug 02, 20211 hr 15 min

Breakdancing (w/ Fluke Human)

B-Boy, comedian, rapper, skateboarder, and friend Fluke Human teaches Fernando and Art how to spin on their heads and what it means to "breakdance". They quickly learn that breakdancing is the politically incorrect term and how difficult b-boying/girling is!

Jul 26, 20211 hr 4 min

The Color Blue (w/ Justin Lobasso)

Comedian and friend of the pod, Justin Lobasso explains to the dudes his fascination and obsession with the color blue. They discuss the personal, cultural and anthropoligcal impact of the color blue and strange of a podcast topic it is. Art and Fernando try extremely hard not to mention the "I'm Blue" song.

Jul 18, 20211 hr 22 min

Private Investigation Work (w/ Whitney Uland)

Actress, and Life Coach Whitney Uland explains her past work as a Private Investigator. From the affairs to kidnapping, Whitney explains the day-to-day of working at a investigation firm. All of this leads Art and Fernando to investigate into their own lives.

Jul 12, 20211 hr 8 min

Natural Organic Funerals (w/ Anna Swenson)

Anna Swenson of RECOMPOSE (@recomposelife) talks to the boys about natural organic reduction which is a death care process that turns a dead body into organic mulch. This organic matter can then be used for soil and land plotting. It's environmentally sustainable, cheaper, and clean. Art and Fernando sign up immediately.

Jul 05, 20211 hr 10 min

Writing Rap Lyrics (w/ MasterRhymez)

Hip Hop artist and friend MasterRhymez (@rhymezondeck) chats with the dudes on the craft that is writing FIRE BARS. They chat about MasterRhymez's first ever rap lyric to his process now. And Art and Fernando discuss starting a podcast based hip hop group.

Jun 27, 20211 hr 4 min

Fast & Furious Franchise (w/ Max Hegley)

Comedian and Fast and Furious fanatic Max Hegley joins the podcast to chat about the meaning of family and cars. From his stint of live streaming him watching all Fast movies in one sitting to his thoughts on the franchise as a whole, Max teaches the guys what it means to shut up and drive. Also Fernando loves this franchise.

Jun 21, 20211 hr 13 min

Jeopardy Prep (w/ Tristan Williams)

Comedian and avid Jeopardy preparer Tristan Williams sits down and explains how he practices to audition for Jeopardy. He's gotten to the final round of the Jeopardy audition multiple times and explains his process of prep...and what kind of life experiences he's gained along the way. From using website scrapers to reading Jeopardy books, he teaches the guys what it means to prep for Jeopardy.

Jun 14, 20211 hr 11 min

Attending Julliard (w/ Isabel Hagen)

Comedian and Violist Isabel Hagen (@isabelhagen_) got a Bachelor's and Master's from the prestiguous Julliard School. Art and Fernando wonder what it would be like to attend school there and how they would never have been talented enough. Isabel also chats about the school's culture and how it has shaped how she feels about the viola today.

Jun 07, 20211 hr 12 min

Lucha Libre & Indie Wrestling LIVE (w/ Jay Lyon)

Luchador and Indie Wrestler Jay Lyon (@blazin_lyon) chats to Fernando and Art on their FIRST live recording with an audience. Fernando gets lifted and almost smashed while Art investigates how Lyon wrestles with lucha libre influences in the modern, local wrestling circuit

May 30, 20211 hr 1 min

TikTok (w/ Laura Merli)

Comedian and TikTok-er Laura Merli (@passiveabrasive) teaches the boys what TikTok is and how they can bring the podcast to a viral status. They discuss TikTok's demographic, the algorithm, and how it could affect the psyche on a societal level. After listening to this episode, even YOU can go viral on TikTok.

May 24, 20211 hr 16 min

Ehlers Danlos Syndrome (w/ Ruth Banks)

Comedian Ruth Banks (@funny_fora_girl) sits down with the boys to discuss Ehlers Danlos Syndrome. As May is EDS awareness month, Ruth discusses what it's like to live with Ehlers Danlos Syndrome from symptoms to treatment to support. Art and Fernando learn how to support Ruth and not sound like idiots

May 17, 20211 hr 11 min

Nudist Resorts (w/ Erich Schuttauf)

Director of the American Association for Nude Recreation, Erich Schuttauf explains to the boys on what it's like to attend a Nudist/Naturist resort, club, or retreat. He describes his personal journey baring it all and how people and families can enjoy a nude getaway.

May 09, 20211 hr 15 min

The Ride: A Tour Bus Experience (w/ Mal Kassoy)

Comedian and Friend of the Podcast, Mal Kassoy sits down to talk about her experience as a host of The Ride in NYC. The Ride is a "Tour Bus Experience" where tourists sit on a side facing tour bus with a large window. They drive around and stop at designated areas to watch hired performers like ballerinas or break dancers. It's a strange fun jobs and we hear all the weird things tourists like to do!

May 03, 20211 hr 39 min

Phenibut Addiction (w/ Julio)

In an earlier recorded episode, the gang chats with friend Julio about being addicted to a nootropic drug known as Phenibut. We chat about its effects and its intense withdrawal symptoms. And how difficult it was/is to find treatment for a lesser known about drug!

Apr 25, 202155 min

Dating an Inmate (w/ Catherine BallIsLife)

Friend of the podcast Catherine "Ball Is Life" joins the group today to discuss what it's like to date an inmate. They're not only dating through unconventional means, but they're also in different countries! We discuss how expensive it is just to communicate and how her situation is the driving force for her career and how Art and Fernando love love.

Apr 19, 20211 hr 16 min

Shirley Jackson (w/ Tim Kov)

Comedian, writer, and friend Tim Kov takes the guys on a literature driven horror ride as they discuss the legacy of Shirley Jackson. You may know Shirley as the writer of the Haunting on Hill House which has since been adapted into a Netflix min-series. But do you know anything about Shirley's quirky life? Listen to find out, homies.

Apr 11, 20211 hr 20 min

Fortnite (w/ Jake Letizia)

Comedian, podcaster, and GAMER Jake Letizia (& yeah, he's been in the NY Times) hops on the podcast to teach the dudes about victory royales, skins, building, pwning teens, and spending money on a game that is already free. Fernando ends up finding a roommate in Jake and Art is left in the dust...very much like their behavior in Fortnite as well since they all play.

Apr 04, 20211 hr 18 min
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