Laughing Liberally Arizona

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Laughing Liberally Arizona episodes

  • LLAZ visits with Laughing Liberally Milwaukee Host Matt Filipowicz on Comedy, Community & Wisconsin's Battleground Politics
    Comedian Matt Filipowicz, founder of Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, joins us to talk about how he ended up in Milwaukee and got involved with the Living Liberally network. We take a detour into Brewers fandom, Bob Uecker and Milwaukee pride, then dig into what the Laughing Liberally show and podcast look like in practice, how the Arizona chapter grew, and what political range belongs on a comedy stage. Matt also breaks down why Wisconsin is such a pivotal battleground for democracy, what recent protests and turnout say about the state's political energy, and what kind of Democratic politics should emerge heading into 2026 and 2028. Plus: whether he does non-political comedy, and where to follow his work.
    30 min
  • Trump vs. Carney: The Tariff Debate Nobody Asked For (feat. Jordan Cheyne)

    We open with a parody debate where Trump and Carney trade tariff jokes, insults and absurd Canada–U.S. jabs. A moderator tries to steer them through foreign policy, scandals, defense and Canadian sovereignty, and fails. It falls apart further over Quebec, Canadian stereotypes and colonial comparisons before a fake ad break.

    Then comedian Jordan Cheyne joins us. He talks about going from Canadian pro cyclist to U.S.-based comic after an injury changed his path. He also covers coaching, cycling culture, what the sport costs you and what makes it beautiful, his comedy influences, finding a community, and training for stand-up like an athlete.

    46 min
  • Laughing Liberally Arizona: Comedy Store legend Joey Gaynor w/Frank Sinatra

    We open with satire and fake sponsors, then an AI-powered séance with Frank Sinatra. He talks about singing for the Kennedy campaign, the Rat Pack, modern music and politics, and he leaves listeners with a final message. Then comedian Joey Gaynor joins us. He went from aspiring rock singer to stand-up, sneaking into the Comedy Store to watch legends up close, and he became a regular there. He tells stories about Sam Kinison's rise and the chaos offstage, explains how his name ended up on the Comedy Store wall, and talks about why he moved to Tucson and what he's building in its comedy scene. We wrap with plugs and a documentary recommendation.

    1 hr 5 min
  • Laughing Liberally Arizona: Comedy Store legend Joey Gaynor w/Frank Sinatra

    We open with satire and fake sponsors, then an AI-powered séance with Frank Sinatra. He talks about singing for the Kennedy campaign, the Rat Pack, modern music and politics, and he leaves listeners with a final message. Then comedian Joey Gaynor joins us. He went from aspiring rock singer to stand-up, sneaking into the Comedy Store to watch legends up close, and he became a regular there. He tells stories about Sam Kinison's rise and the chaos offstage, explains how his name ended up on the Comedy Store wall, and talks about why he moved to Tucson and what he's building in its comedy scene. We wrap with plugs and a documentary recommendation.

    1 hr 5 min
  • Laughing Liberally Arizona: Monica Bauer: From the Stage to the Ballot and Back
    Playwright, storyteller, former Political Science professor and congressional candidate Monica Bauer joins us ahead of her new one-woman show at Tucson's Invisible Theatre. We talk about what the play is about and what audiences can expect. Monica also explains how she went from stand-up and storytelling to running for Congress in Nebraska, and what that race taught her. Then we get into why she thinks America's checks and balances are breaking down, what is really going on in Nebraska politics, why she chose Tucson, and who gives her hope for the future of Democratic politics. To finish, Monica shares how to read polls and spot the real signals in an election, plus her predictions for Arizona's governor's race.
    24 min
  • Laughing Liberally Arizona: Interview with Comedian Mike Harris
    An interview with Phoenix-based comedian Mike Harris. Mike shares how he got into stand-up and compares the Phoenix and Tucson comedy scenes, talks about performing with older comics and working with Kristen Levanway for senior audiences, and performs a full stand-up set. Afterward, we chat about music, venues, and upcoming Phoenix-area shows, then dig into the mentors and influences that have shaped his comedy.
    23 min
  • Episode 9:Phil & Dave review Trevor Noah's new special and Roert Mac live in Tucson; plus an October quiz
    Phil Gordon is joined by Dave Margolis for a wide-ranging conversation that moves from comedy to politics and back again. They dig into Robert Mac's recent set and the surrounding club lineup, then break down Trevor Noah's latest special — his audience connection, political material, and standout bits. From there the conversation turns to current political hearings, misinformation, and what's worth paying attention to, with a few show recommendations along the way. Expect comedy plugs, trivia, a long detour through baseball history, October themes including a Reggie Jackson stretch and some songbook trivia, and a close-out on the heating-up Arizona state races.
    35 min
  • Giuliani Hides in the Closet, October Birthdays, and the Democrats' Next Move
    Dave opens with an absurd bit — Rudy Giuliani reflects on 9/11 and ends up hiding in his forfeited townhouse closet before panicking at aircraft noise and bolting. Phil arrives to react, then the show rolls into a sprawling October birthdays segment (Julie Andrews, Travis Kelce, John Lennon, Charlie Kirk, Eminem, Peter Max, Snoop Dogg, Kim Kardashian, and more) that keeps veering into pop culture and sharper political commentary — Kamala Harris and the challenge of defining a Democratic agenda, impressions of Mamdani, and why Netanyahu is hanging on. The hour closes with baseball, black-cat nostalgia, and a return to 9/11 remembrance and criticism of Trump's self-centered claims.
    44 min
  • Trump Rallies, Playoff Baseball, and Arizona's Voucher Mess
    This week we open with a political roast — Trump myths, macho posturing, and the rally spectacle — before turning to a more serious look at aging political leaders and how the media covers it all. Then it's on to America's pastime: MLB pennant races, playoff formats, contenders, MVP debates, player safety, and our World Series picks. We close on Arizona: the ESA voucher controversy and the case against privatized education spending, plus a look ahead at key state races and campaign ads shaping the election.
    38 min
  • The Pope's White Sox Hat, Baseball Dynasties, a Dolly Parton Salute & Sean Connery is Alive and Well
    In this episode we start with the Pope's now-famous White Sox hat and where that puts him in the eternal Cubs–Sox rivalry, then wander through baseball's great family dynasties — the Alous, the Berras, and the rest. A faux-Bible bit spins out into an absurd Sean Connery comeback, which sets up a riff on Connery's legacy, celebrity Cameo cash grabs, and a quick tease on AI. We close with a heartfelt tribute to Dolly Parton and sign off.
    1 hr 2 min

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Tucson comics Phil Gordon and Dave Margolis lampoon current politics and relevant showbiz news. We bring a mix of live stand-up comedy, satirical talk, and interviews with fake guests including…