Hello Dahhhhling with Erin Darling

Three weeks have passed since we last spoke to Dr. Chelsea Shover. Since then, so much has changed in the research and information surrounding the novel Coronavirus. Dr. Shover joins the podcast again today to answer your questions submitted via Instagram. Questions discussed include: How long will this last? Did Covid 19 escape from a lab in Wuhan, China? Can drinking tea help? How will heat (or scarfs?) affect the virus? Is Covid in the air? Will staying home in a sterile environment affect our immune systems? Is it necessary to wear an N95 mask? Outside of age, gender, and immune health what are other triggers? Can you get reinfected? How screwed is Florida? We also discuss fake cures and clear up some rumors about what people are saying about Covid 19.

  Original episode here with links for Covid 19 resources here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hot-pizza-ass-with-erin-darling-torralva/id1483236066?i=1000468510039
 

“I’m disabled. I don’t have feet. I have a manual wheelchair. I’m fat. I’m Afro-Latina. You don’t get to see women like me in roles that are sexy, fun and powerful. The showcase is about casting directors and making that first impression. It was important for me to come across that way" - A quote from comedian Danielle Perez in the article in the LA Times this week that chronicled her journey from CBS Diversity Showcase, the opportunities it led to, and how she's dealing now that everything is on hold due to a worldwide pandemic. Danielle is inspiring, vivacious, and hilarious, and I'm so happy she joined us this week on Hot Pizza Ass to talk to us about how she's dealing as an extrovert in a time that requires introversion, how she did a social distancing photoshoot for the LA Times, how she's spending her time right now cooking and indulging in a bomb skin care routine (yes, we get details!). We also swap Korean spa stories, being comfortable in your body, embarrassing networking stories, industry lessons learned, and how social media has changed and becoming super entertaining during the times of the pandemic, and of course, pizza!   Follow Danielle Perez: @divadelux   LA Times article: https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/tv/story/2020-04-13/coronavirus-cbs-diversity-showcase-performers  

Comedian Tom Thakkar (Comedy Central) joins Erin on Hot Pizza Ass Podcast to get nerdy about stand up, Quarantine tweets, NY vs LA, social media, the digital future of stand up, and of course, pizza.

Comedy Central's Stand Up with Tom Thakkar https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stand-up-w-tom-thakkar/id1458363871

Stand by Your Band Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stand-by-your-band/id1223828700

https://www.tomthakkar.com/

 

Director Mike Mendez (Don't Kill It, Tales of Halloween, Big Ass Spider) joins Erin on Hot Pizza Ass Podcast to discuss creativity during Coronavirus - how he's creating one-man short films while in isolation, and how those films are entertaining and inspiring others, garnering press as well as getting retweeted by Guillermo del Toro.

Mike's article in EW: https://ew.com/movies/coronavirus-mike-mendez-guillermo-del-toro/

Follow Mike on IG and don't miss his stories: @madmanmendez

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This week I'm joined by writer, comedian, and dating expert Gabi Conti to answer your questions about relationships and dating right now during this time of social distancing and quarantine.   Topics include: what to do if you manifest anxiety differently than your partner, how to stay connected or "date" right now if you're lonely (not in person), how to gauge interest from people you're talking to right now, how to stay connected with friends or family if you're feeling isolated, and tips on how to deal if you're going through a quarantine break up, and the bright side of living with your family or friends right now.   Resources: 30 dates in 3 days: https://www.cosmopolitan.com/sex-love/a29562370/video-chat-dating-app-review/   Using pre-date on the phone to screen your dates: https://www.cosmopolitan.com/sex-love/a28579364/online-dating-hack-call-your-matches-on-the-phone/   Pre-order Gabi's book today: https://www.amazon.com/Twenty-Guys-Date-Your-Twenties/dp/1452179743   Follow her @itsgabiconti   We're also joined by Spencer Saylor of Wizard of Za to talk about what he's doing to provide pizza to Youngstown Ohio right now during the time of quarantine. Check out his IG at @wizardofza to order pizza!   Congratulations to Jack Tyler, winner of my pizza party giveaway! Thank you for your entry!   YOUR SUPPORT MAKES A DIFFERENCE. Please join us on patreon: www.patreon.com/erindarling/

Carlos Santos grew up in Puerto Rico with no family members in entertainment - he had to blaze his own trail and figure out how to navigate a career as a performer which led him to hosting gigs on MTV Tres, a career in comedy, and now he's on "Gentefied" on Netflix. He was also my co-star in "Border Patrol" which has had a very successful festival run - I had a blast working with Carlos, he's a very talented performer, a great friend, and I'm so proud of him and happy to have him on the podcast. Our conversation covers a lot of ground, and we talk a lot about growth, including: How life changes and energetic shifts brought him a new mindset and fresh start, how shedding things that don't serve can you lead to positive change, how he made the scary decision to leave a successful career as a host and make the transition to acting and comedy, and why it's so important to appreciate the good things when they happen. We also get an IG Live call from Russell Simmons for 2 seconds who wanted to tell us about "Healing The Hood Through Comedy" with DefComedy Jam, but connectivity interfered. It's still a cool moment though!   ANNOUNCING HOT PIZZA ASS PIZZA PARTY GIVEAWAY! I'm giving somebody a free pizza party! All you have to do is subscribe to Hot Pizza Ass podcast, write a review on iTunes, send me a screenshot on your IG story (tag me!) and you're entered! I'll announce the winner and Venmo you 50.00 on 4/1. Enter! Click here for the details!   Follow Carlos at @ofcourseitscarlos on IG. Check out "Gentefied" on Netflix. Support the podcast at patreon.com/erindarling

Comedian Erik Rivera (HBO, Entre Nos) joins Erin in this episode of Hot Pizza Ass to talk about the current state of the industry with all of entertainment on hold. He also talks about how he started stand up in another time of panic, 9/11, and how comedy helped people get through difficult times then, and now. Also, how including material about his father's battle with Parkinson's on his Entre Nos special ended up being a rewarding, healing experience for him and for other people as well. They also talk about gig economy, and share stories about side hustles, bad jobs, and times they got fired.   Watch Erik Rivera's HBO Latino special "Super White," support his monthly show "Brown-ish" at the Laugh Factory. Follow him at @erikriveracomedy, and check out website for tour dates and shows: https://www.erikrivera.com/    Support Hot Pizza Ass at https://www.patreon.com/erindarling      

Recorded minutes after Los Angeles County announced the "Safer at Home" mandate, Erin and Zach Harper (@talkhoops) discuss what these new measures mean for everyone, and also address loneliness in the time of social lockdown. Loneliness is a real problem that's very prevalent among all age groups - how will we fare now that our options for socializing and interaction are very limited, for our own protection? How can we stay safe and stay emotionally and mentally healthy during this time?   Topics include: an article from the Washington Post about scientific ways to combat loneliness. Is our increased news media diet contributing to stress? Why our spiritual life is super important now. How helping others does more good than you might think. What the environment is like in a doctor's office right now?    RESOURCES: Washington Post article: https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2020/03/17/combating-loneliness-an-age-self-quarantine/   SUPPORT SMALL BUSINESSES: Ghostpizzakitchen.com. 20% CODE: GHOSTGIVESBACK. Lupa Cotta pizza kits available @lupacotta on IG.    SUPPORT HOT PIZZA ASS: patreon.com/erindarling

In the last few days a lot has changed - Los Angeles gyms, venues and restaurants have closed their doors as of midnight last night and multiple counties in Northern California have announced "Shelter in Place" for their residents. But today Zach Harper (@talkhoops) and I wanted to take a look at people who are doing good and giving back in this time of fear and worry. Shout out to some of the heroes right now - Rudy Gobert, Karl-Anthony Towns, Kevin Love, Giannis Antekokounmpo, Zion Williamson, Gayle Benson, Maria Bamford, Jack Ma, MLB.   Also don't forget to support local small businesses!   To support Ghost Pizza on Melrose, one of our favorite small businesses, use the code: GHOSTGIVESBACK for 20% off all online and phone takeout orders (delivery excluded, though they will be offering free delivery right now). https://www.ghostpizzakitchen.com/

Epidemiologist Dr. Chelsea Shover joins Erin today for Quarantine TV on Hot Pizza Ass to answer listener questions about the Coronavirus, self-quarantine, and social distancing. Please share this episode with others who might have questions, or misinformation!

Topics include: What is a virus, and how does one care for themselves if they have CV? What about taking Lyft, Uber, or public transportation right now? Can I/should I visit a grandparent right now? How should we prep for a self quarantine? What if a friend gets sick? Can I help them - deliver supplies, or transport them to the hospital? Can I go to a non crowded bar or restaurant right now? What if I want to order from Postmates? If I go get tested right now, will it be free? What if my nearest medical establishment is a private hospital? Can I smoke weed right now, or switch to edibles? What are the biggest misconceptions right now?   Follow Dr. Shover on Twitter at @chelseaLshover.   RESOURCES:   World map of cases: https://coronavirus.jhu.edu/map.html Note - Make sure it's the jhu.edu version (some malware is disguised to look like credible source of mapping covid-19, but the one from Johns Hopkins is legit).   US cases: https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2020/us/coronavirus-us-cases.html    Check CDC locations for testing around US include private labs and public health labs - call your regular healthcare provider if you have one or public health department if you don't.   For general info and specific info about your location: check your city/county/state public health department.   Good general info: https://coronavirus.jhu.edu/ https://stanfordhealthcare.org/stanford-health-care-now/2020/novel-coronavirus.html https://www.health.harvard.edu/diseases-and-conditions/coronavirus-resource-center#COVID   And for up-to-the-minute info, these are some recommended Twitter accounts:  @chelsealshover @mlipsitch @KindrachukJason @michaelmina_lab @JeremyKonyndyk @gregggonsalves @HelenBranswell @CarlosdelRio7 @ASlavitt  @arimoin.     Follow the hashtags #IDTwitter #EpiTwitter #MedTwitter to find experts from universities, hospitals, and public health departments