Is Uber freedom or a trap? Join Dr. G for a wide-ranging, brutally honest ride-along with Paul, a veteran Uber driver with over nine years of experience behind the wheel. From payout myths and safety risks to late-night horror stories and financial tips, this episode delivers everything you really need to know about the gig economy—from the front seat.

What you'll discover:

• The truth about Uber pay, expenses, and what drivers actually take home
• The dangers of ride-share work—from DUIs to passengers vomiting in the car
• How Prop 22 changed the game (and not necessarily for the better)
• Tips to stay safe, both as a passenger and as a driver
• Why kindness, not 5 stars, is the real metric that matters

Who will love this episode:

• Ride-share drivers navigating burnout, pay cuts, and risk
• Passengers who want the inside scoop on Uber etiquette
• Parents concerned about teens using Uber
• Listeners curious about the real gig economy hustle

Timestamps:

00:00 – Welcome + Meet Paul, 9-year Uber veteran

04:00 – Ride-share pay: the $20/hour myth

11:45 – Deductibles, liability, and the fine print Uber won’t tell you

19:10 – The mental toll of SoCal traffic

25:00 – Throw-up fees, food smells & backseat disasters

30:30 – Electric vs. gas cars: hidden pros and cons

38:00 – Tips, taxes, and how to tip the right way

45:00 – Uber ratings: weaponized stars and unfair deactivations

51:00 – Dangerous rides, personal safety, and app protections

58:30 – Faith, kindness, and staying grounded on the road

1:06:00 – Advice for teens, riders, and drivers in today’s gig economy

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Ep. 13

#TruthOnTilt #UberDriverLife #RideshareReality

What drives a comic to turn chaos, prison stories, and street life into laughter? How far can dark humor go before it crosses the line? Join host Dr. Gershon Alaluf (Dr. G) and special guest David, a rising stand-up comedian from San Bernardino, for a raw and unfiltered episode of Truth on Tilt. David shares his journey from growing up in dangerous projects, surviving violence, and welding by day—to finding freedom and identity on stage at night. Filled with outrageous stories, dark comedy, and an inside look at the comedy grind, this episode dives into the power of humor born from pain.

What you'll discover:

• How comedy became David’s escape from the streets and chaos
• The balance between offensive jokes, cancel culture, and free speech
• Stories from San Bernardino, prison life, and early stand-up nights
• Why dark humor connects with people on a deeper level
• Lessons from bombing, hustling mics, and chasing laughs

Who will love this episode:

• Fans of raw, unfiltered comedy
• Listeners fascinated by street survival and transformation
• Comedy lovers who enjoy edgy, thought-provoking humor
• Anyone seeking truth, resilience, and laughter in unlikely places

Timestamps:

00:00 – Intro & David’s first time on stage

06:00 – Growing up in San Bernardino projects

12:00 – From welding by day to comedy by night

19:00 – Prison stories, Mexican mafia & dark humor

26:00 – Cancel culture, offense & finding your audience

33:00 – Social media struggles & the grind of open mics

41:00 – Comedy community, jealousy & competition

48:00 – Bombing, fear of failure & staying authentic

55:00 – Breaking into different comedy scenes nationwide

59:00 – Closing laughs, practical jokes & David’s upcoming shows

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Resources Mentioned:

• WM Records (710 Standup Comedy) – National City, San Diego
• Joke & Stroke Comedy Showcase

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Contact: [email protected]

Ep. 14

#DarkHumor #StandUpComedy #TruthOnTilt

What happens when you're the one everyone leans on—but you're starting to break? In this powerful and deeply honest episode, attorney, wife, mother, mental health caregiver, and soon-to-be podcast host Carrie Fogliani Richards, Esq. joins Dr. G to talk about perfectionism, burnout, and the delicate line between caring and losing yourself. From infertility and legal leadership to raising kids during mental health crises, this is the conversation too many women need—and finally get to hear.

What you'll discover:

• How to navigate life when you're a mom, lawyer, caregiver, and human
• The power of vulnerability, asking for help, and letting go of guilt
• Why emotional burnout hits caregivers and professionals differently
• How to care for someone with mental illness—without losing your own mind
• The difference between surviving and living with intention

Who will love this episode:

• Professional women balancing ambition and caregiving
• Mothers feeling like they’re failing at everything
• Anyone supporting a loved one through mental health challenges
• Listeners seeking real strategies for emotional regulation, resilience, and self-worth

Timestamps:

00:00 – Welcome + Meet Carrie Fogliani Richards, Esq.

03:00 – Law, infertility, motherhood, and the unexpected toll

08:15 – Balancing identity as a caregiver, wife, and firm partner

13:45 – What real burnout looks like (and how Carrie avoids it now)

18:30 – Why guilt is the silent killer for working moms

23:00 – Caregiving vs. codependency: knowing the line

28:15 – The hardest part of supporting someone through mental illness

34:45 – Raising kids through trauma and teaching empathy

41:00 – Can you love deeply and take care of yourself?

46:30 – Carrie's upcoming book + why we all need more hope

49:00 – Introducing The Mother-In-Law Podcast

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• Like this episode if it resonates with you!
• Comment with your story or the challenge you're facing.
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Contact: [email protected]

ep. 12

#CarrieFoglianiRichards #TruthOnTilt #WorkingMomsUnfiltered

What’s it like to work on two of the most iconic shows in television history? Emmy-nominated producer Paul Rabwin joins Dr. G for a rare, behind-the-scenes masterclass on storytelling, legacy, and surviving Hollywood’s evolution. From stunts gone wrong on CHiPs to creating cult-classic episodes of The X-Files, Paul shares the secrets of longevity in the entertainment industry, the power of post-production, and why creativity must always outpace cancel culture.

What you'll discover:

• How Paul Rabwin helped shape CHiPs and The X-Files from behind the camera
• Wildest stunts, mistakes, and moments Hollywood never planned
• Why The X-Files was never really about aliens—and what made it timeless
• Post-production secrets, Easter eggs, and how he created the alien switchblade sound
• DEI at Disney, cancel culture, and the line between progress and censorship

Who will love this episode:

• Hardcore fans of CHiPs, The X-Files, or 70s–90s TV
• Film and TV buffs curious about how the sausage gets made
• Creatives navigating studio politics and evolving audience expectations
• Listeners reflecting on legacy, work-life balance, and what really lasts

Timestamps: 00:00 – Welcome + Paul Rabwin enters the studio

03:00 – CHiPs behind the scenes: casting, stunts, and filming hacks

10:30 – The infamous explosion and the truth about Ponch's crash

17:00 – Lessons from post-production and the power of sound

24:45 – The CHiPs episode that changed how TV portrayed the deaf

33:00 – From CHiPs to The X-Files: the lucky call that changed his life

40:00 – How The X-Files became a phenomenon (and how it almost didn’t)

50:15 – What The X-Files fans never saw and the episode Fox tried to bury

1:00:00 – DEI, Disney, and navigating creative censorship

1:10:00 – Legacy, balance, and how Paul’s sound became X-Files canon

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Ep. 11

#PaulRabwin #TruthOnTilt #XFilesLegacy #CHiPsTVShow

TRUTH ON TILT - JOHN WITTING

Are we pushing our kids too hard… or not enough? In this candid convo between Dr. G and wrestling-champ John Whitting, we unpack: 00:03 The #1 danger of “drinking the Kool-Aid” in youth sports 🥤 02:43 Vicarious parenting vs. authentic support 🎭 05:33 Why separating your identity from your athlete matters ✂️ 10:10 The secret to “earn your minutes” mindset 🏀 15:57 Recognizing burnout before it breaks your child 🔥 23:29 Coaching pitfalls: Nice vs. Kind feedback 🤝 31:45 Building a deep bench, not just star players ⭐️ 38:33 How to talk to a coach who’s padding their résumé 📈 Whether you’re a sports-obsessed parent or a youth coach, learn to spot the warning signs, foster real resilience, and keep the game fun and life-ready. 👍 If this resonates, hit Like & Share! 💬 Drop a comment: What’s YOUR biggest challenge in youth sports? Hashtags: #YouthSports #SportsParenting #CoachingTips #AthleteBurnout #Resilience #MindfulParenting #TruthOnTilt #EarnYourMinutes #TeamDevelopment #ParentingHacks

TRUTH ON TILT - DR. SETERAH (Hormone Replacement Therapy)

🔥 Is Aging Optional? The Truth About Hormone Optimization 🔥 💉 Testosterone. Estrogen. Aging. You’ve heard it all before—“it’s just part of getting older.” But what if it isn’t? What if you could actually take control of how you age? 🎙️ On this powerful episode of Truth on Tilt, Dr. G is joined by the brilliant and groundbreaking Dr. Setarah, a leader in integrative medicine and functional wellness. Together, they unpack the science and controversy behind hormone replacement therapy (HRT), revealing what really works, what’s hype, and what happens when you try to turn back time on the aging process. 🕰️ 🚨 Spoiler Alert: Aging isn’t one-size-fits-all—and neither is your health plan. 🌿 Dr. Setarah’s whole-body, personalized approach tackles the question most doctors avoid: What’s actually best for YOU? From testosterone boosts to estrogen balancing, from mood to metabolism—this is not your average anti-aging talk. 📈 Whether you're struggling with low energy, mental fog, weight gain, or libido loss—this episode is a must-listen for anyone over 30 who wants to thrive, not just survive. 👉 Learn about: ✅ The real benefits of testosterone and estrogen therapy ⚠️ The potential side effects (yes, we're being honest) 💪 How hormone optimization can impact performance, clarity, and vitality 🧠 Why the mind-body connection is everything 📊 What makes personalized medicine the future of healthcare ✨ Because no two bodies are the same—but everyone deserves to feel amazing. Testosterone replacement therapy benefits, estrogen therapy side effects, hormone replacement for men, HRT for women, anti-aging treatment podcast, integrative medicine approach, functional medicine aging, how to reverse aging naturally, hormone therapy after 40, Dr. G podcast, Dr. Setarah interview, health optimization podcast #HormoneHealth #TestosteroneTherapy #EstrogenBalance #ReverseAging #IntegrativeMedicine #DrGPodcast #FunctionalMedicine #AntiAgingSecrets #HRTTruth #LongevityLifestyle #WellnessJourney #HealthOptimization #podcast #hrt #testosterone #estrogen #antiaging #sexdrive #sex #male #femal #health #interview #cortisol #weightloss #weightlosstips #trumd

TRUTH ON TILT - BALDACCI (THE FACE OF LA) Baldacci the Beast (The Face of LA) is in studio to discuss basically what ever he wants to. Listen in for an entertaining podcast #experience #life #baldacci #podcast #faceofla #pacificlensstudios #southla #hiphop #latino #latinorap #prison #redemption #girldad #family #mom #thebeast #f13 #lyrics #recording #tatoos #fatherhood #shot #trauma #Ilovela #prosperity

An introduction to Willy who now hosts A.M.E.N podcast at Pacific Lens Studio. Listen to his journey to finding his way. #spirituality #podcast #prayer #bible #growth #calbaptist #cbuni #bible #biblestudy #faith #god #spiritualgrowth #spirituality #spiritualawakening #spiritualjourney #community #communityspirit #belief #prayer #reflection #reflectandgrow

End The Violence out of Columbus, Ohio has an unorthodox way to intervene in urban communities to prevent violence before it happens. #podcast #endtheviolence #crucialconversations #change

Freeway Rick comes in to discuss where he has been and what he has been doing with everything in between #freewayrickross #podcast #crackcocaine #change