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The Smartest Man in the World

Greg Proops
Willie Mays
Baseball
Kamala Harris
Los Angeles Fire
Major League Baseball
Bay Area
Sly and the Family Stone
Voting
Racism
Civil Rights
Paris
Negro Leagues
Altadena
Dave Parker
Comedy
Jean-Paul Belmondo
San Francisco
Shakespeare and Company
Elon Musk
Ruby Bridges

Comedian Greg Proops is smarter than you.

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In the latest dispatch from the Fortress of Proopitude, Greg and Jennifer chat about “Cool Hand Luke,” champagne and Connie Francis.

In this fresh missive from the Fortress of Proopitude, Greg and Jennifer banter about Barry Jenkins, The Boys in the Band and Brian Wilson.

In the latest dispatch from the Fortress of Proopitude, Greg and Jennifer discuss deportations, Dr. Kildare and Dirk Bogarde.

In the newest missive from the Fortress of Proopitude, Greg and Jennifer preach on Putin, Pearl Bailey and punk rock.

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Dave Parker
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Greg Proops
Host and comedian, known for his improvisational skills and insights on music, politics, and culture.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 3.2k ratings
  • 👍

    I enjoy the tag team of GnJ. Relationship goals. I also get turned on to music, history, current affairs, and some silliness thrown in. (Oh and baseball, I guess, is important to some people..?) I’ll listen as long as you two keep it going.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Flyoveropinions
    United States2 months ago
  • The Most Bitter Man on the Internet

    Like so many others, I lament the sad chasm that this formerly mirthful podcast has fallen into. Mr Proops has gone from freewheeling hilarity at comedy clubs to dungeon musings with his wife at home. His self-loathing hatred at being a white man was so baffling to me when it came raging to the fore that it was striking (not knowing then that it was presaging that pathetic social movement by months.) Good God, man, get back to the funny!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    par moose
    United States3 months ago
  • Racism masquerading as activism

    Greg’s a bully. A racist hypocrite drunk on his own righteous indignation. If he’s curious why so many people are checked out of politics he need only look in a mirror.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    st1281
    United States5 months ago
  • Republican Light

    The smartest man can say some really stupid things.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    scrubbypitchpine
    United States7 months ago
  • Sad

    I really loved this podcast so much and then Trump became a thing. It’s so sad how many times I’ve hit the unsubscribe button for podcasts that I really enjoyed listening to.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Troy1214
    United States9 months ago

Listeners Say

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Reviews highlight a strong affection for early episodes, citing them as time capsules of comedic brilliance, even as opinions on current content vary widely.
Listeners appreciate the blend of humor and social commentary, often noting the insightful discussions on music and politics.
Many acknowledge a decline in humor and focus on political topics, with a noticeable shift in the show's tone over recent years.

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This podcast provides an engaging blend of comedy, personal anecdotes, and thoughtful commentary on a wide array of subjects, including music history, politics, and social issues. The episodes frequently feature lively discussions about influential cultural figures from various genres, notably musicians, while also highlighting personal connections and experiences. Noteworthy is the dynamic between the hosts, which includes humor, nostalgia, and a keen awareness of contemporary matters, stretching from the intricacies of the entertainment industry to the importance of civic engagement and activism.

Listeners are treated not only to comedic remarks but also to deeper reflections on societal challenges and history, resulting in an experience... more

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