Overly Dramatic with Brent and Patrick

By Patrick Russell

A couple of former drama teachers, Patrick and Brent, have funny takes on mostly Canadian topics.

Patrick taught high school drama for many years. He's an improv performer and a standup comedian.

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The podcast currently has 15 episodes available.

Overly Dramatic with Brent and Patrick episodes:

September 23, 2020 Episode 15
It’s our final episode of season 1. Jam packed with lots of content. The Raptor fans get karma, photo radars, a special joke segment where Brent and Patrick try new jokes and discuss why they bomb, tipping, a hockey lawsuit, JK Rowling and a song from Brent. So much fun this episode. Don’t miss it!
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1h 22min
September 12, 2020 Episode 14
Special episode this week with guest Matt Lund. He’s a Green party politician, a father, a husband, a former professional wrestler, a friend of The Bachelor, participant on Dragon’s Den, and all-round good guy. Also, Novak Djokovic disqualified from US open and university house parties in Waterloo. Lots of fun so little time. Hope you enjoy!
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1h 3min
September 05, 2020 Episode 13
This was a busy week. Jim Gaffigan’s gone mad on Twitter, Chadwick Boseman passes away, Adele celebrates Notting Hill carnival, book review of The a Glass Menagerie, John A MacDonald’s statue gets pulled down, what’s the value of social media, and a Canadian classic played by Brent. You don’t want to miss it!
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48min
August 29, 2020 Episode 12
The world’s gone crazy again. Brent and Patrick tackle the hot topics in a Canadian way. Jacob Blake was shot in the back 7 times, Erin O’Toole is the new Conservative leader, up to 60% of restaurants may go under with COVID rules, a woman who was about to be embalmed was found breathing, a special political segment with former Green Party politician Erik Schomann, and a parody song by Brent. So much action, so little time!
Full extended interview with Seneca professor and Green Party member Erik Schomann can be heard on the audio podcast for episode 12. Available on iTunes, Spotify and Google podcasts.
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1h 33min
August 27, 2020 Episode 1
We finally figured out the audio for episode 1. A lot of you have seen the YouTube episode but here is the very first episode of the series. In this episode we discuss Trudeau’s 21 second pause to a question on President 45, TERFs, Amy Cooper, and the Canadian identity. Also, an improvised song from Brent. Lots of fun! We knew we had something special after the success of this first one. Thanks for listening and don’t forget to share with friends if you enjoy.
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41min
August 21, 2020 Episode 11
Another wild week of events to catch up on. There was a big party in Wuhan to celebrate mover 2 months without any COVID cases, schools are reopening in 2 weeks but the federal government is closing for a month, the BC government is looking at ways to enforce COVID rules, a beer company in Alberta is creating sustainable beer, the US is banning China’s telecom company Huawei from selling its products, and a special parody song from Brent. So much action so little time. Hope you enjoy!
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1h 1min
August 15, 2020 Episode 10
This week in the mostly Canadian news we have the Leafs loss, the Chainsaw dudes at Cherry beach, Andrew Sheer resigning, and Julie Payette being pushed to resign. Plus a book review on Amanda Knox and a special song by Brent. Lost of fun in an educational and hilarious manner. #funnypodcast #canadian
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1h 1min
August 07, 2020 Episode 9
So you missed what’s in the news this week. No problem! We have you covered. Brent and Patrick talk about Neil Young suing Trump for use of his songs at rallies, the COVID outbreak spreads to Haida Gwaii, and the report of systemic racism at the human rights museum in Winnipeg. We also have a special entertainment segment with guest correspondent Jamie, jokes about British tv series, CeeLo Green's memoir review, and Brent’s improvised song. It’s hilarious and educational at the same time. Don’t miss this episode.
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1h 9min
July 31, 2020 Episode 8
In the news this week the Cineplex theatres are reopening. Brent and Patrick talk about the pros and cons of social distancing at the movies, if it's even possible. COVID-19 fighters are doing aggressive things in the province of BC where psychologists are labeling it as evolutionary behaviour. City of Toronto is suing the province for passing Bill 184 which allows for the easier eviction of tenants. Patrick talks about his family experience and kicking a man when he's down. Brent gives acting tips when talking about Arthur Miller's: Death of a salesman. Special segment on equity by guest correspondent Sheeza. Very funny, educational and entertaining.
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1h 1min
July 24, 2020 Episode 7
Brent and Patrick discuss getting in shape, Lance Armstrong, Hamilton (the musical), Chrystia Freeland possibly replacing Justin Trudeau, Japanese high performance coaching scandal, CDC safe sex recommendations, and much more. It's hilarious and educational.
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51min

FAQs about Overly Dramatic with Brent and Patrick:

How many episodes does Overly Dramatic with Brent and Patrick have?

The podcast currently has 15 episodes available.