The Brilliant Idiots

This week on The Brilliant Idiots, Charlamagne tha God and Andrew Schulz discuss the recent all-female space flight and dive into the wild world of UFO conspiracy theories, space tourism, and whether celebs launching into orbit are flexing a little too hard. Then they talk money—who’s paying taxes (and who’s not), the rich getting richer, and why capitalism needs some serious guardrails to keep things fair. They also break down why cities keep throwing public money at fancy new sports arenas, the impact of gentrification, and what real community investment should look like. Also takes on free speech, gang culture, immigration, 90s nostalgia, and why growing up is underrated. Oh, and yes… fat jokes. Brace yourself. ************************************ Sponsor Brilliant Idiots: https://public.liveread.io/media-kit/brilliant-idiots [https://public.liveread.io/media-kit/brilliant-idiots] Black Effect Podcast Festival: http://blackeffect.com/podcastfestival/ [https://blackeffect.com/podcastfestival/] Uncommon Favor - Dawn Staley Pre Order - https://a.co/d/4pLD1C3 [https://a.co/d/4pLD1C3] No Holes Barred -Mandi B & Weezy WTF https://a.co/d/cGFDUoB [https://a.co/d/cGFDUoB] The Wind on Her Tongue - Anita Kopacz https://a.co/d/fWDancH [https://a.co/d/fWDancH] I Lived to Tell the Story: A Memoir of Love, Legacy, and Resilience - Tamika D. Mallory https://a.co/d/7DoCtWX [https://a.co/d/7DoCtWX] Get Honest or Die Lying Why Small Talk Sucks By Charlamagne Tha God https://a.co/d/gpFlOol [https://a.co/d/gpFlOol] Check out Andrew Schulz www.theandrewschulz.com [https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/ae462a40-7f17-11ef-9987-67016684ddb3/podcasts/291050fc-8012-11ef-957a-d7adfaeff93d/episodes/7882d588-a781-11ef-9a94-e3833f965363/www.theandrewschulz.com] Check out all the podcast on Charlamagne's "Black Effect Network" https://blackeffect.com [https://blackeffect.com/] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

This week on the Brilliant Idiots podcast, Charlamagne Tha God and Andrew Schulz link up with hilarious comedian Ryan Davis. They chop it up about everything from cultural stereotypes and economic power plays to the real value of comedy in today’s world. Expect hot takes on tariffs, manufacturing, and how consumer choices actually shape global trade. But it’s not all politics and deep dives — the crew also gets into the role of comedians in social commentary, the Gail King controversy, and the fine line between trolling and truth in today’s cancel culture climate. They break down the business side of comedy and music too — think: streaming deals, knowing your worth, and how reparation talk shows up in the culture. Ryan shares gems about what it takes to make it in comedy, handling race jokes, and why low expectations can actually be a comedian's secret weapon. Also on deck: real talk on love, public affection, the pressures of fame, and how social movements shape public perception. Check out Ryan Davis https://www.instagram.com/ryandaviscomedy/ [https://www.instagram.com/ryandaviscomedy/] ************************************ Sponsor Brilliant Idiots: https://public.liveread.io/media-kit/brilliant-idiots [https://public.liveread.io/media-kit/brilliant-idiots] Black Effect Podcast Festival: http://blackeffect.com/podcastfestival/ [https://blackeffect.com/podcastfestival/] Uncommon Favor - Dawn Staley Pre Order - https://a.co/d/4pLD1C3 [https://a.co/d/4pLD1C3] No Holes Barred -Mandi B & Weezy WTF https://a.co/d/cGFDUoB [https://a.co/d/cGFDUoB] The Wind on Her Tongue - Anita Kopacz https://a.co/d/fWDancH [https://a.co/d/fWDancH] I Lived to Tell the Story: A Memoir of Love, Legacy, and Resilience - Tamika D. Mallory https://a.co/d/7DoCtWX [https://a.co/d/7DoCtWX] Get Honest or Die Lying Why Small Talk Sucks By Charlamagne Tha God https://a.co/d/gpFlOol [https://a.co/d/gpFlOol] Check out Andrew Schulz www.theandrewschulz.com [https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/ae462a40-7f17-11ef-9987-67016684ddb3/podcasts/291050fc-8012-11ef-957a-d7adfaeff93d/episodes/7882d588-a781-11ef-9a94-e3833f965363/www.theandrewschulz.com] Check out all the podcast on Charlamagne's "Black Effect Network" https://blackeffect.com [https://blackeffect.com/] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

This week on the Brilliant Idiots Podcast, Charlamagne tha God and Andrew Schulz are back. They kick things off talking about why respectful convos still matter—even when folks wildly disagree. From Mayor Adams catching heat, to deep dives into the idea of a “permanent government,” the migrant crisis, crime, and public safety—it’s all on the table. Chris share some personal stories, like a jaywalking moment gone sideways, unexpected run-ins, moped fails, and thoughts on maternity leave at work. They even chop it up about Will Smith’s evolution and what growth looks like under the public spotlight. Then they get into some spicy political territory—talking gun gestures in sports, Cory Booker’s marathon filibuster, and how the Dems might need their own Tea Party-style comeback. They break down how sports, politics, and pop culture all collide, and why public perception is messier than ever. Plus, they show love to Insecure and Issa Rae’s boss moves, debate whether Playboi Carti is the new rockstar energy we needed, and unpack the Kendrick vs. Drake drama—complete with rumors, video theories, and some parenting wisdom thrown in for good measure. ************************************ Sponsor Brilliant Idiots: https://public.liveread.io/media-kit/brilliant-idiots [https://public.liveread.io/media-kit/brilliant-idiots] Black Effect Podcast Festival: http://blackeffect.com/podcastfestival/ [https://blackeffect.com/podcastfestival/] Uncommon Favor - Dawn Staley Pre Order - https://a.co/d/4pLD1C3 [https://a.co/d/4pLD1C3] No Holes Barred -Mandi B & Weezy WTF https://a.co/d/cGFDUoB [https://a.co/d/cGFDUoB] The Wind on Her Tongue - Anita Kopacz https://a.co/d/fWDancH [https://a.co/d/fWDancH] I Lived to Tell the Story: A Memoir of Love, Legacy, and Resilience - Tamika D. Mallory https://a.co/d/7DoCtWX [https://a.co/d/7DoCtWX] Get Honest or Die Lying Why Small Talk Sucks By Charlamagne Tha God https://a.co/d/gpFlOol [https://a.co/d/gpFlOol] Check out Andrew Schulz www.theandrewschulz.com [www.theandrewschulz.com] Check out all the podcast on Charlamagne's "Black Effect Network" https://blackeffect.com [https://blackeffect.com] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

In this episode of the Brilliant Idiots podcast, Charlamagne Tha God and Andrew Shulz discuss the state of superhero movies, expressing a desire for more grounded storytelling. They also explore the theme of nepotism in the entertainment industry, questioning the meritocracy of success. They touch on political connections and the influence of celebrity culture in shaping public perception, controversies in high school sports, the rise of women's basketball, and the impact of social media trends on public perception. ************************************ Sponsor Brilliant Idiots: https://public.liveread.io/media-kit/brilliant-idiots [https://public.liveread.io/media-kit/brilliant-idiots] Black Effect Podcast Festival: http://blackeffect.com/podcastfestival/ [https://blackeffect.com/podcastfestival/] Uncommon Favor - Dawn Staley Pre Order - https://a.co/d/4pLD1C3 No Holes Barred -Mandi B & Weezy WTF https://a.co/d/cGFDUoB The Wind on Her Tongue - Anita Kopacz https://a.co/d/fWDancH I Lived to Tell the Story: A Memoir of Love, Legacy, and Resilience - Tamika D. Mallory https://a.co/d/7DoCtWX Get Honest or Die Lying Why Small Talk Sucks By Charlamagne Tha God https://a.co/d/gpFlOol Check out Andrew Schulz www.theandrewschulz.com Check out all the podcast on Charlamagne's "Black Effect Network" https://blackeffect.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

This week, Charlamagne Tha God and Andrew Schulz dive into everything from the ongoing success of Schulz's Netflix special The Life to candid conversations about fatherhood, pregnancy, and the unexpected emotional challenges of IVF. The duo also tackles hot-button topics like abortion, personal responsibility, and the beauty of parenthood. Plus, they discuss wild swingers’ club stories, the dangers of clout-chasing, and why bigger isn't always better—no matter what they say.  ************************************ Sponsor Brilliant Idiots: https://public.liveread.io/media-kit/brilliant-idiots [https://public.liveread.io/media-kit/brilliant-idiots] Black Effect Podcast Festival: http://blackeffect.com/podcastfestival/ [https://blackeffect.com/podcastfestival/] Uncommon Favor - Dawn Staley Pre Order - https://a.co/d/4pLD1C3 [%20https://a.co/d/4pLD1C3] No Holes Barred -Mandi B & Weezy WTF https://a.co/d/cGFDUoB [https://a.co/d/cGFDUoB] The Wind on Her Tongue - Anita Kopacz https://a.co/d/fWDancH [https://a.co/d/fWDancH] I Lived to Tell the Story: A Memoir of Love, Legacy, and Resilience - Tamika D. Mallory https://a.co/d/7DoCtWX [https://a.co/d/7DoCtWX] Get Honest or Die Lying Why Small Talk Sucks By Charlamagne Tha God https://a.co/d/gpFlOol [https://a.co/d/gpFlOol] Check out Andrew Schulz www.theandrewschulz.com [www.theandrewschulz.com] Check out all the podcast on Charlamagne's "Black Effect Network" https://blackeffect.com [https://blackeffect.com] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]