On today's episode, Ren takes us on a journey to the worst part of the internet, where Beyonce is Italian and everyone's a pedophile. That's right, we're talking Conspiracy with a capital Q. QAnon is a strange and wacky tale, full of antisemitism, Hillary Clinton references, and growing concerns about domestic terrorism, and now they're running for Congress! Just what our very stable country needs. Citations at thisfnguypod.com
On today's episode, Ginger reads our star signs as she continues discussing the Reagans. Specifically, how an astrologer to the stars advised the President and his wife on everything from press conferences to trips on Air Force One to bombing Libya. The moon is indeed in the seventh house, where What-The-F*** aligns with Mars. Citations at thisfnguypod.com.
Ren and Ginger deliver a scathing takedown of Ronald Reagan, delving into his political career from his time as California Governor to his presidency. They dissect his divisive policies, including his opposition to Medicare, the Mulford Act targeting Black Panthers, the War on Drugs' racial impact, and his administration's catastrophic response to the AIDS crisis. The episode also touches on his foreign policy blunders, the Iran-Contra affair, and his surprising personal details, all while highlighting the lasting, negative impact of his legacy.
This episode delves into the controversial career of U.S. Representative Matt Gaetz, exploring his privileged upbringing, early legal troubles (including a suspiciously dropped DUI), and a long history of questionable driving. The hosts uncover allegations of nepotism and dark money in his campaigns, his legislative actions as a state and U.S. representative, and his divisive media and social media presence. The discussion culminates with a detailed look at his
Welcome back, dear listeners! If you're an American who has been awake for the last one hundred years or so, you might have heard about all this ruckus about Confederate monuments. Ginger takes us to our hometown of Richmond, Virginia, the capital of the Confederacy and home to Monument Ave, a street filled with Confederate statues and traffic circles that people still can't f***ing use properly. We answer all the burning questions like: Is memorializing traitors and racists a bad thing? Do we r...
Welcome back, dear listeners. You ever wonder what would happen if a 2003 Teen Vogue magazine became a person? Well, look no further! In this episode, Ren enlightens us about Meghan McCain, conservative pundit, television personality, and did you know she was Senator John McCain's daughter? From her 2008 campaign blog, to her "authorial abortions," to her current position as The View's resident chaos demon, Meghan has blazed quite a trail for someone who has an art history degree and never bring...
Welcome back, dear listeners! You know we love a weirdo and a pervert here at TFG. Hell, that's practically Ginger's brand. And, there are none weirder and pervier than Nikola Tesla. Yes, that Tesla, genius inventor, president of the Edison-Was-A-Hack club, and owner of very large thumbs. Who else would cause a lightning storm when his sugar daddy fell through, or pay his rent with a death ray, or fall in love with a woman of the avian persuasion? Still don't believe us? Well, I guess you'll hav...
Welcome back, dear listeners? Here's an age-old question: what's in a name? Specifically, a name that's become a widespread meme, symbolizing botched bobs, speaking to management, and an entitled attitude. On this episode, Ren explores the evolution of the 'Karen,' the meme's possible origins, its current iterations, and the various characteristics that make a Karen a Karen. Middle-aged? Usually. Female? Typically. White? Almost always. What's in a name? Well, my dears, let's find out. Citations...
Welcome back, bright-eyed ingenues! On this episode, we're heading straight to Tinseltown, where everyone's dreams come true, particularly one man's dream to ruin everyone else's good time. Ginger gives an Oscar-award winning performance as she tells us about Will Hays, former chairman of the Republic National Convention, eventual president of the Motion Picture Producers and Distributors of America, and forever known as the Movie Morals Czar. His reign included wagging his finger, ruining caree...
Welcome back, dear listeners! On this most auspicious day, the day that Hulu releases its brand new series 'The Great,' we figured we would give you the lowdown on one of its primary figures. No, not Catherine the Great, but her husband, Peter the Mediocre At Best. Ginger takes us on a journey through Little Carl's terrible childhood, to his switcheroo princedom, all the way to his (186) days as Emperor of Russia, and, on the way, we'll take side roads through Harry Potter references, the optics...
Welcome back, dear listeners! Spring is here, Ren and Ginger are still figuring out their sound equipment, and did you hear about this "pandemic" thing going on? On this episode, Ren reminds Ginger that things can always be worse, because, even in the midst of a pandemic, people are entitled assholes about not being able to go to their local Applebee's to drink cheap beer and yell at the waitstaff. These anti-quarantine protests are loud, proud, and full of shadowy financial origins and conserva...
Welcome back, dear listeners! Ren and Ginger continue to take on the technical challenges that plague this hellscape we are all trapped in. In the meantime, do you know what Adolf Hitler and Bugs Bunny have in common? If your answer was an opera composer who couldn't keep it in his pants and hated Jewish people, then you know your musical history! Richard Wagner may be riding in on some Valkyries, but that's probably because he's trying to escape his many debt collectors. Or the husbands of all ...
Welcome back, dear listeners! In this episode, Ren and Ginger brave this brave new world of remote tele-podcasting to talk about a new way to wellness: semen retention. That's right, you can blue-ball your way to wellness, gain irresistible magnetic attraction, and achieve god-like powers. Sure, you may find yourself in bed with misogynists, incels, and even Nazis, but sacrifices are necessary in order to achieve enlightenment. Namaste. Citations found at thisfnguypod.com.
Welcome back, dear listeners! This week, Ginger takes us on the wildest f***ing ride down to the sunny shores of Florida, where a not-quite-dead Anita Bryant first started her anti-gay crusade. If you haven't heard of Anita Bryant, that's fine, just know that she's into God, orange juice, and ruining people's lives. Oh, and she sang sometimes. Also, Ren announces her first quest in this brave, post-apocalyptic world. Come, little orange birds, listen and love us! Citations at thisfnguypod.com....
Welcome back, dear listeners. Ren and Ginger return for Part 2 of our Michael Bloomberg episode, because we love you so much. On this episode, we dive into his tenure as mayor, starting with his spending many millions on his campaigns, public housing full of lead-based paint, the unconstitutional surveillance of Muslims, and trying use cruise ships to deal with the city's homelessness problem. We are all in self-quarantine anyway, so there's plenty of podcast to listen to! Stay safe! Citations a...
Welcome back, dear listeners! In our very first two-parter here at This F***ing Guy!, Ren explains to Ginger why Michael Bloomberg, former Democratic presidential candidate, is the literal worst. We explore Mike's humble beginnings before launching a golden parachute into a corporate environment where short skirts were "necessary" for promotions, pregnant women lost job opportunities, and coworker body shots were encouraged. And, all of this before Mike became Mayor! Listeners, we are very tired...
Ren Martinez and Ginger Golub tackle the complex task of discussing Rush Limbaugh's deeply problematic legacy, from his humble beginnings and numerous firings to his rise to national syndication after the repeal of the Fairness Doctrine. The hosts meticulously detail Limbaugh's long history of making virulently racist, homophobic, and misogynistic remarks, including his "undeniable truths" and derogatory lingo. The episode also touches on his Presidential Medal of Freedom and the surprising revelation of his children's book series.
Welcome back, dear listeners. Ginger takes us back into the Dead Asshole Archives to talk about NOT another U.S. president! Instead, we will be talking about Phyllis Schlafly, a woman who did her damnedest to screw over other women. Fierce opponent of the Equal Rights Amendment and lover of ugly doilies, Phyllis' contributions to the hellhole we are currently living in cannot be underplayed or overemphasized. And, Ren will be very sexually confused when the mini-series comes out starring Cate Bl...
Hello, dear listeners. Have you ever wanted your ears to melt off? Not yet? Well, join us as we read the love letters of Warren G. Harding (president and Sam the Eagle impersonator) to his mistress. Featuring special guest, Jerry! Citations at thisfnguypod.com.
Welcome back, dear listeners. On this episode, Ren decides to educate Ginger on Kaitlin Bennett. You know, Kaitlin Bennett? Oh, you never heard of her? Well, that's because she's not important whatsoever, but she did achieve a modicum of fame as the Kent State Gun Girl. Yup, she does have a name. We're talking social media snafus, lame publicity stunts, and a wanton misunderstanding of how anything works. It's gonna be a fun one, folks. Citations at thisfnguypod.com.
Welcome back, dear listeners. On this episode, Ginger dives back into the Dead Asshole Archives to unearth--you guessed it--another US president! It's amazing how many of those guys are in there. And, while Warren G. Harding is not exactly memorable in terms of high school history class, he was still a piece of shit. And, surprisingly horny? Anyway, tune in and marvel at the most boring pervert you'll never meet. Citations at thisfnguypod.com. Correction: During the episode, Ren mistakenly says ...
Welcome back, listeners. On today's episode, Ren invites Ginger to the 22 Convention, the "mansplaining" event of the century, where men use terms like "manosphere," "patriarch," and "sexual marketplace" to teach women how to be great again. Featuring fat-shaming, bad science, and a man who gave himself the middle name "Dream," all for the low, low price of $2000! But, wait, get your tickets now and save 50%! That's right, for only $999.99, you too can join Ren and Ginger at the 22 Convention an...
Welcome back, dear listeners. We hope you all had a lovely holiday season and, in the spirit of the New Year, Ginger has decided to try something new from Dead Asshole Archives. In this episode, Ginger takes on capitalism, specifically by exploring the West Virginia Coal Wars. Coal barons? Check. Company stores? Check. Union busters? Check. Trains outfitted with machine guns? Of course. Let's start 2020 off right! Citations available at thisfnguypod.com.
Welcome back, dear listeners. It's that most wonderful time of the year, the time when dedicated soldiers from across America fight in the worst conflict in all of human history. That's right, it's "The War on Christmas." People are back on their jingle-bell bullshit, and Ren roasts more than chestnuts as she takes Ginger on a holly and holy-shit-filled journey, from prudish Puritans to faulty Facebook memes. Hark the holiday hysteria and pass the mulled wine, please. Citations at thisfnguypod.c...
Delve into the life of Roy Cohn, a powerful and unethical lawyer who shaped the careers of influential figures like Joseph McCarthy, Donald Trump, and Roger Stone. The episode explores his role in the Rosenberg trial, the Lavender Scare, and the Army-McCarthy hearings, highlighting his consistent use of aggressive and corrupt tactics, his denial of his homosexuality while persecuting others, and his ultimate disbarment and death from AIDS.
Welcome back, dear listeners. On this week's episode, Ren dives into the anti-vax biosphere to discuss Kerri Rivera, mother, grifter, and purveyor of bleach. Kerri, who is a "doctor on homeopathy," is really invested in "curing" autism in children using bleach enemas, a thing that cannot happen using something that is definitely not medicine. Yes, it's as horrible as it sounds. BIG OL CONTENT WARNING FOR CHILD ABUSE AND ABLEISM ON THIS ONE, FOLKS. Citations at thisfnguypod.com.
Welcome back, dear listeners. Today, Ginger dives into the Dead Asshole archives and dredges up another Nobel Prize winner and our very first president, Woodrow Wilson. Not only did he carry on the great American tradition of f***ing everything up in Central America, turns out that one of our illustrious presidents was a racist! Who knew! Citations at thisfnguypod.com.
Welcome back, dear listeners. Today, Ren takes on Ginger's unknowing and yet well-deserved arch nemesis, Ken Cuccinelli. We're going to talk about his terrible choices as a Virginia state legislator, his terrible choices as Virginia's attorney general, and the terrible choices he is currently making as Acting Director of USCIS. There's a lot of terrible to cover here, so it's gonna be a real doozy, folks. Citations on our website at thisfnguypod.com.
Welcome back, dear listeners. Today, Ginger takes the lead to talk about pretentious writer and Dead Asshole, Ayn Rand. We'll talk about her boring-ass books, her weird cult-like following, and her unfortunate impact on dudes who took a Philosophy 101 course and play Devil's Advocate for fun (you know that guy). Citations on our website at thisfnguypod.com.
Welcome back, dear listeners. Today, we play with a new format and explore a seasonal theme. We're talking ghosties, we're talking ghoulies, we're talking... shitty Pocahontas costumes? There are surprisingly many ways to f*** up Halloween, mostly involving blackface, cultural appropriation, and weird, sexy costumes. Sexy poop emoji, anyone? You're gonna a lot of mulled wine for this one. Citations at thisfnguypod.com.
