Rachel Thomashow is a comedian in the Chicago area! She has a truly colorful personality and this was a blast to film! Happy to share it with you. It's always a good time here on Ruse Radio. 😉
In this episode, we discuss our appreciation for the arts, our favorite random sounds (neck-cracking, pillow scratching), the role of food in mental health, how difficult it is to run a gym, YouTube's golden era, Ruse's concept for a National Bingo, and so much more! 🔥
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TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Introduction
0:39 - Rachel's journey into comedy
1:11 - The influence of Rachel's brother on her comedy
2:03 - Rachel's first open mic experiences
2:55 - Navigating humor, puns, and creativity
5:16 - Rachel's exploration of rap as an art form
7:02 - Discussion on appreciating arts and creativity
9:04 - Pop culture, Wicked, and the impact of musicals
10:30 - Soft things, sensory quirks, and funny observations
11:13 - 'Professional Mindblower' Merch
16:03 - Social media quirks and dealing with "feet requests"
19:44 - Beauty standards and gym accountability
22:04 - Challenges of consistency in fitness and nutrition
27:01 - Rachel's considerations for relocating
31:31 - The role of food in health and mental well-being
35:06 - Perspectives on Lion's Mane and peer-reviewed studies
37:04 - Nostalgic YouTube and childhood memories
44:38 - Boxing and martial arts as an art form and fitness choice
50:09 - Challenges of running gyms and fitness consistency
54:48 - Practical tips for living and hustling in Chicago
59:02 - Rachel's dad's unpredictable sense of humor
1:00:54 - Lessons from producing a comedy show
1:04:05 - The interplay of diet, exercise, and sleep
1:06:00 - Rachel's perspective on Judaism
1:07:00 - Parallels between religion, mythology, and personal beliefs
1:07:53 - Exploring stories, religion, and moral principles
1:09:07 - Perspectives on God, energy, and metaphysics
1:11:03 - Religion, science, and societal views on belief
1:11:47 - Are people naturally good, selfish, positive, or negative?
1:13:23 - Intrusive thoughts and human nature
1:14:40 - Reflections on selflessness and sacrifice in religion
1:16:27 - Genetic diversity and peculiar animal reproduction
1:18:00 - Philosophical musings on God’s existence and randomness
1:19:14 - Wrestling with religion, morality, and belief systems
1:21:59 - Cults, egos, and personality in relationships
1:23:06 - Balance between selflessness and self-care
1:25:18 - Aspirations, boxing challenges, and clout culture
1:28:03 - Routine, accountability, and personal growth
1:32:02 - Boxing classes, fears, and self-discovery
1:37:36 - Reading as a practice of mindfulness and learning
1:40:46 - College, education, and life perspectives
1:45:52 - National bingo as a federal lottery concept
1:50:04 - Casinos, taxes, and federal debt solutions
1:57:02 - Reflections on America’s economy and societal dynamics
2:00:18 - Digital memories, social media, and future challenges
2:02:19 - Closing thoughts and final message
