Hosted by nationally touring comedian John Poveromo, Dystopia Tonight dares to ask the question: Is this too much? Are we hurtling through a dystopian nightmare, trapped in an endless, self-perpetuating whirlpool of clickbaity headlines, viral memes, and doomscroll-fueled chaos? A carnival of absurdity where every click feels like another nail in society’s coffin? Or is this the moment before we wake up, pull the plug, and rewrite the story — hoping someone remembered to hit record? Either way, welcome to Dystopia Tonight.
Episodes
Jun 22, 2021
Jun 22, 2021
1hr 26 min
Deylin Sandoval AKA Melloe D is a music producer, remixer vocalist, (LoFi Hip Hop, Pop, Latin, Electronic) a good friend, AND The creator of the Dystopia Tonight theme! She talks to us about her gf getting covid, moving during the pandemic, her music keeping her sane, and picking back up where we left off before the world shut down. Enjoy!!
Jun 17, 2021
Jun 17, 2021
1hr 13 min
Adam and The Metal Hawks, a band hailing from Long Island, NY are coming out of this pandemic swinging! These guys shot to viral fame, gaining MILLIONS of followers and views on TikTok and Instagram by putting out videos covering classic rock songs while using bowls on their band mates’ heads in place of drums. They just had Jack Black duet them on TikTok (seen here: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMdrME27g/) And now that restrictions are being lifted they’re working in studio on an album and gearing up for live performances. It was an absolute joy speaking to these guys about how they formed their band, their lives during the pandemic, future plans, who they’d love to work with and of course, how Ryan was born. Enjoy!!
Connect with Adam and the Metal Hawks:
Merch: https://my-store-11652941.creator-spr...
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amhband
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amhband/
Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/AMHband
Jun 16, 2021
Jun 11, 2021
Jun 11, 2021
1hr 1 min
Gary Numan is a music legend, and it was an honor to speak with him for an hour. Insightful, and funny, we spoke about his life in music, being a pilot, flying around the world and getting accused of being a spy the first time, but making it all the way around the second which was a truly funny story. Gary also talks in depth about his Aspergers, the climate, and gives us all some great life advice. Enjoy!!
Gary Numan's incredible new album "Intruder" can be found here: https://www.amazon.com/Intruder-Deluxe-Gary-Numan/dp/B08QRXV5JR/ref=asc_df_B08QRXV5JR/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=475824962369&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=14500039146912588371&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9003810&hvtargid=pla-1124404796810&psc=1
Jun 4, 2021
Jun 4, 2021
1hr 51 min
Julia Scotti - Funny That Way, is not only the name of her new documentary (currently streaming EVERYWHERE) it's a true but humble testament to what a genuinely funny human being she is. In this episode there's no hiding the fact that Julia is one of my favorite comics to hang with but she's also a fierce friend and one of my favorite people to talk to. I kept her up way past her bedtime so we pretty much cover all the topics here. Her life, career, her transition from Rick to Julia, Captain Kangaroo, diner food, music, road stories, and hair care products. Hope you enjoy this one as much as I did. Enjoy!
*BONUS We also get a special visit from our close mutual friend and my road buddy Joanne Filan!
Jun 4, 2021
Jun 4, 2021
50 min
Glen Burtnik and John are leaving show business to become farmers and you heard it hear first. Before that though we do a deep dive into Glen's incredible music career, his insight on the business side of things, his current zen approach to life and the sheer joy he has watching John have a breakdown after his internet repeatedly craps out during the interview. Enjoy!!
May 30, 2021
May 30, 2021
57 min
Judy Gold and I are currently working through a bit of a post pandemic funk in this episode and I think we come through it, just, kinda, sorta, almost, OK! We talk about her new book "Yes, I can say that! When They Come For The Comedians, We Are All In Trouble" and her hilarious podcast "Kill Me Now with Judy Gold." We also cover returning to comedy, the part of the business we wish didn't make it, politics, not giving a fuck and Tough Crowd. Enjoy!!
Follow her on Instagram: @JewdyGold
May 25, 2021
May 25, 2021
1hr 1 min
Tom Papa is the most effortlessly positive comedian I've ever seen. Nothing is more evident of that than his last special "Tom Papa: You're Doing Great."
Talking to him for an hour on my show was no different. Easy going, and super funny, we talk about his early days in stand-up, hanging with Greg Giraldo and Jim Gaffigan, his love of bread making and calling out faux celeb bread makers, the Jersey Shore in the summer, the pandemic, and what advice he'd give to his younger self. Enjoy!!
May 20, 2021
May 20, 2021
2hr 48 min
Leave it to Joey Kola to break the record for the longest episode of Dystopia so far! There’s a reason for that Joey Kola is one of the nicest men in show business and he knows EVERYBODY and everybody knows him. Close to three hours doesn’t even remotely cover every thing that made him who he is as a comedian and a person but I think we come close. Give it a listen and enjoy!!
May 14, 2021
May 14, 2021
2hr 27 min
I've loved all my previous guests but as of right now this one takes the cake. Megan Cavanagh is so, so fucking funny and just an absolute pleasure to talk to I didn't want it to end. We cover everything, stories from League of Their Own, For Richer or Poorer, Robin Hood Men In Tights, Friends, Home Improvement, Mel Brooks, Tim Allen, Rosie O'Donnell, Madonna, living in Texas, her Improv career, Robin Williams, holy shit there's so much packed in just watch and Enjoy!!