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SMB: A South Park Review

South Park Podcast

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Mathew Shaffer, Ian Calano, Joe Vernola & Dane Becker review every episode of South Park from beginning to present. This one isn't for the kids folks. So come on down to South Park and let's meet some friends.
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Let Me Speak To A Manager

Ian Mathews and Frank Cava

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We all want to grow our career or business, but yet we feel stuck, stagnant, and unable to push through the glass ceiling. Welcome to Let Me Speak To A Manager with Frank Cava and Ian Mathews, a podcast that is dedicated to teaching what it takes to build wealth and have fun doing it! Frank and Ian share entertaining business triumphs and failures that are both relatable and actionable. At times eloquent and succinct, and at other points blunt and obnoxious, this is their unique riff on the ...
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Lou Perez is a comedian, producer, and author of That Joke Isn't Funny Anymore. You may have seen him on FOX's Gutfeld! and Open to Debate (with Michael Ian Black). Lou was the head writer and producer of the Webby Award-winning comedy channel We the Internet TV and produces Comedy Is Murder, a sketch comedy series with Free the People. Lou is a FAIR-in-the Arts fellow, on the advisory board of Heresy Press, and hosts the live debate series The Wrong Take and The Lou Perez Podcast. During my ...
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For you louvers on the go, here's a quick hit of The Lou Perez Podcast. I talk with Próspera's vice president of growth, Lonis. What is Próspera — and how many ways do I manage to pronounce it in 30 minutes? Listen to find out. We talk about the startup zone on Honduras's island of Roatán, its many challenges, and overall what it's like to run a li…
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Summary Ian and Frank explore the nuances of communication, particularly in the context of marriage, sales, and management. They discuss the importance of assertiveness, the impact of status threats, and the effectiveness of self-deprecation and humor in easing tough conversations. The duo emphasizes the need for psychological safety and the use of…
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"Connect with Us: Follow us for updates, bonus content, and discussions about all things South Park. On Facebook: @SouthParkPod On YouTube : @SouthParkPod On TikTok : @SouthParkPod On X: @SouthParkPods On Blue Sky: @smbsouthparkreview.bsky.social On Instagram: @SouthParkPodcast Subscribe and Support: Subscribe to SMB South Park Review Crew on your …
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My friend Rob Montz of Good Kid Productions stopped by to talk to me about his latest documentary, Paradise Abandoned: Inside the Pacific Palisades Fire, in which Rob tells the tale of losing his childhood home in the fires and unearths some deeper scandalous truths about the blaze. The doc is screening on November 23, 2025 at Santa Monica's Morgan…
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In this conversation, Ian and Frank explore a variety of themes ranging from travel experiences and culinary adventures to the legacy of Warren Buffett. They discuss the importance of public speaking, the value of handwritten communication, and the lessons learned from Omaha. The conversation also delves into the significance of relationships in bu…
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On this episode of The Lou Perez Podcast I talk to the old man at the end of the bar, The Common Sense Cowboy: Patrick Dorinson. We talk cowboy-hat etiquette, the global reach of cowboy culture, the rugged history of California (with a nod to Joan Didion's The White Album), and his new book, The Common Sense Cowboy's Guide to Life: Stories from the…
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"Connect with Us: Follow us for updates, bonus content, and discussions about all things South Park. On Facebook: @SouthParkPod On YouTube : @SouthParkPod On TikTok : @SouthParkPod On X: @SouthParkPods On Blue Sky: @smbsouthparkreview.bsky.social On Instagram: @SouthParkPodcast Subscribe and Support: Subscribe to SMB South Park Review Crew on your …
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Episode Summary In this episode, Frank and Ian dig into the age-old entrepreneurial dilemma: when do you share your ideas, and when do you keep them close to the vest? Frank wrestles with whether to present a cutting-edge affordable dwelling unit (ADU) investment strategy to his mastermind peers — a move that could either elevate his brand or arm h…
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This episode of The Lou Perez Podcast is a collaboration with The Matt Balaker Podcast. We talk about blocking cowards on Facebook, Charlie Kirk, living in bubbles, and my roadtrip with Scott Thompson (The Kids in the Hall, The Larry Sanders Show, Buddy Cole)—a highlight of my life that I still haven't fully processed. Check out my book, That Joke …
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"Connect with Us: Follow us for updates, bonus content, and discussions about all things South Park. On Facebook: @SouthParkPod On YouTube : @SouthParkPod On TikTok : @SouthParkPod On X: @SouthParkPods On Blue Sky: @smbsouthparkreview.bsky.social On Instagram: @SouthParkPodcast Subscribe and Support: Subscribe to SMB South Park Review Crew on your …
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Summary In this conversation, Ian & Frank jump into the intersection of gambling, organized crime, and sports integrity, particularly focusing on the recent NBA scandal involving players and the mafia. The guys discuss the cultural significance of gambling in America, the portrayal of the mafia in films like The Godfather, and the implications of l…
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I talked with author Raymond E. Foster about his new book, Chasing The Surge: Ten Thousand Rides into The American Night, his time as a police officer in the LAPD, the Free Masons, and his 10K rides as an Uber driver. What's it like to be on the job at the same time as your cop father? What is The Temple Within? And who would be stupid enough to tr…
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"Connect with Us: Follow us for updates, bonus content, and discussions about all things South Park. On Facebook: @SouthParkPod On YouTube : @SouthParkPod On TikTok : @SouthParkPod On X: @SouthParkPods On Blue Sky: @smbsouthparkreview.bsky.social On Instagram: @SouthParkPodcast Subscribe and Support: Subscribe to SMB South Park Review Crew on your …
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💡 Episode Summary In this episode, what starts as a lighthearted chat about AI filters turns into a powerful conversation about originality, risk-taking, and what it means to build a life that actually fits you. The guys reflect on their own early career decisions — Frank choosing homebuilding over commercial construction despite ridicule, Ian walk…
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What I like about Substack is that its algorithm doesn't feed me things that will only make me angry — unlike some other social-media platforms, where you should totally be following me. If I'm not angering you here — I most definitely will over there. So I have the Sub coders to thank for feeding me Jason Noto. On this episode of The Lou Perez Pod…
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"Connect with Us: Follow us for updates, bonus content, and discussions about all things South Park. On Facebook: @SouthParkPod On YouTube : @SouthParkPod On TikTok : @SouthParkPod On X: @SouthParkPods On Blue Sky: @smbsouthparkreview.bsky.social On Instagram: @SouthParkPodcast Subscribe and Support: Subscribe to SMB South Park Review Crew on your …
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I'm joined by comic-book artist and colorist Brett R. Smith, who's worked with DC Comics, Marvel, and Rippaverse. We talk about the problem with comic books today, Val Kilmer's greatest performances, and why Romancing the Stone works and The War of the Roses doesn't. Check out my book, That Joke Isn't Funny Anymore: On the Death and Rebirth of Come…
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"Connect with Us: Follow us for updates, bonus content, and discussions about all things South Park. On Facebook: @SouthParkPod On YouTube : @SouthParkPod On TikTok : @SouthParkPod On X: @SouthParkPods On Blue Sky: @smbsouthparkreview.bsky.social On Instagram: @SouthParkPodcast Subscribe and Support: Subscribe to SMB South Park Review Crew on your …
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I talk with my friend, author, filmmaker, and pop culture historian, Mathew (with one "t") Klickstein about Troma and Lloyd Kaufman's connection to Shakespeare; accessible asexuals; the one lack of representation you never hear about; and The Kids of Widney High. Check out my book, That Joke Isn't Funny Anymore: On the Death and Rebirth of Comedy h…
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"Connect with Us: Follow us for updates, bonus content, and discussions about all things South Park. On Facebook: @SouthParkPod On YouTube : @SouthParkPod On TikTok : @SouthParkPod On X: @SouthParkPods On Blue Sky: @smbsouthparkreview.bsky.social On Instagram: @SouthParkPodcast Subscribe and Support: Subscribe to SMB South Park Review Crew on your …
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I had a great time talking with Lisa De Pasquale about life after losing 170 pounds and her new book, The Gen X Handbook for Middle Age. Ozempic means lots of thin women with fat-girl personalities. What a fun time to be a single guy! Check out my book, That Joke Isn't Funny Anymore: On the Death and Rebirth of Comedy https://amzn.to/3VhFa1r Watch …
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"Connect with Us: Follow us for updates, bonus content, and discussions about all things South Park. On Facebook: @SouthParkPod On YouTube : @SouthParkPod On TikTok : @SouthParkPod On X: @SouthParkPods On Blue Sky: @smbsouthparkreview.bsky.social On Instagram: @SouthParkPodcast Subscribe and Support: Subscribe to SMB South Park Review Crew on your …
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Episode summary Ian and Frank respond to the assassination of Charlie Kirk as a springboard to a broader conversation about polarization, the collapse of nuance, and why critical thinking matters — especially in business and leadership. They trace cultural roots (standardized testing, social media echo chambers), examine groupthink in organizations…
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Kendric Tonn is a painter. He paints. Not houses. Oil painting. On this episode of The Lou Perez Podcast I talk with Kendric about classical painting, Florence (the city, not my mother), El Museo del Prado, art collecting, and how he sees the world as a painter vs how I see the world as a comedian. Kendric gives a helpful tip on how to appreciate a…
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"Connect with Us: Follow us for updates, bonus content, and discussions about all things South Park. On Facebook: @SouthParkPod On YouTube : @SouthParkPod On TikTok : @SouthParkPod On X: @SouthParkPods On Blue Sky: @smbsouthparkreview.bsky.social On Instagram: @SouthParkPodcast Subscribe and Support: Subscribe to SMB South Park Review Crew on your …
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Episode Summary In this episode, Ian and Frank kick things off with some lighthearted banter about their fantasy football league before diving deep into what makes organizations thrive—or fail—both in sports and business. Using the Miami Dolphins and other NFL franchises as case studies, they explore how ownership, culture, leadership, and decision…
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Today I'm joined by The Radicalist David Josef Volodzko, news editor and senior writer at The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression. If you have the means, FIRE is a great place to donate to. (Don't let the fact that I used to work for them sully your view of the premiere free-speech organization in the world.) David and I talk about his …
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"Connect with Us: Follow us for updates, bonus content, and discussions about all things South Park. On Facebook: @SouthParkPod On YouTube : @SouthParkPod On TikTok : @SouthParkPod On X: @SouthParkPods On Blue Sky: @smbsouthparkreview.bsky.social On Instagram: @SouthParkPodcast Subscribe and Support: Subscribe to SMB South Park Review Crew on your …
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In this conversation, Ian and Frank delve into their real estate investment strategies, particularly focusing on the development of accessory dwelling units (ADUs) as a solution to housing shortages. The discussion also covers the challenges of navigating permits, structuring investments for optimal returns, and the significance of customer service…
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This week's episode is a collaboration with comedian Michael Regilio, host of Regilio v Everything. We talk about being dumb, young, and punk—which for Michael meant being a young Republican in high school. I take a trip down memory lane of that time I was cancelled in Dallas. And Michael shares with me all the insane things I had no idea were happ…
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"Connect with Us: Follow us for updates, bonus content, and discussions about all things South Park. On Facebook: @SouthParkPod On YouTube : @SouthParkPod On TikTok : @SouthParkPod On X: @SouthParkPods On Blue Sky: @smbsouthparkreview.bsky.social On Instagram: @SouthParkPodcast Subscribe and Support: Subscribe to SMB South Park Review Crew on your …
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The Free Press's Lucy Biggers went from climate-crisis influencer to climate-alarm denier. I have no clue how big this episode's carbon footprint is, but it's worth all the coal we burned to make it happen. Lucy and I talk about her beginnings at NowThis, why climate change doesn't scare us anymore, hipsters bringing back dung stoves, and how all t…
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In this episode, Frank Cava and Ian Mathews dive into the concept of "signal vs. noise" as it relates to productivity, time management, and goal setting. The discussion explores how to filter out distractions (noise) to focus on what truly matters (signal) in both personal and professional contexts. The hosts use real-world examples, analogies, and…
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"Connect with Us: Follow us for updates, bonus content, and discussions about all things South Park. On Facebook: @SouthParkPod On YouTube : @SouthParkPod On TikTok : @SouthParkPod On X: @SouthParkPods On Blue Sky: @smbsouthparkreview.bsky.social On Instagram: @SouthParkPodcast Subscribe and Support: Subscribe to SMB South Park Review Crew on your …
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