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History for FoosEp 96 - Patty HearstFelipe Esparza and Butch Escobar dive into the art of the scam, sharing wild personal stories of getting hustled, almost robbed, and barely escaping street cons. From fake job offers and three-card monte to classic Hollywood smear campaigns, the conversation eventually lands on the shocking kidnapping of Patty Hearst and the media empire behind her name. History, paranoia, and hard-earned lessons collide.Hear about Felipe's tour dates, new merch drops & more by signing up @ http://felipesworld.com Felipe Esparza is a comedian and actor, known for his stand-up specials, “They’re Not Gonna Laugh at You”, “Translate This”, and his la...
2025-12-211h 45History for FoosEp 95- Black Panther PartyFelipe Esparza and Butch Escobar break down the real history of the Black Panther Party with jokes, personal stories, and hard facts. From Oakland roots and armed patrols to free breakfast programs and FBI crackdowns, the guys cut through myths to show how the Panthers shaped modern social programs—while keeping it funny, raw, and very History For Fools.Follow Felipe - https://www.instagram.com/felipeesparzacomedian/?hl=enFollow Butch- https://www.instagram.com/butchescobar/?hl=enHear about Felipe's tour dates, new merch drops & more by signing up @ http://felipesworld.com Felipe Esparza is a co...
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What's Up Fool? PodcastEP 553 - The Trio - Felipe, Rodrigo and RizoWHAT'S UP FOOL? EP 553Felipe is in the studio with the regular crew, Rizo and Rodrigo for a Thanksgiving weekend episode. These fools talk about holiday food, family stories, and take live calls from the audience. No guests this week, just us kicken back. Connect with us on InstagramFelipe - @ FelipeesparzacomedianRizo - @ comicmartinrizoRodrigo - @ rodrigotorresjrHear about Felipe's tour dates, new merch drops & more by signing up @ http://felipesworld.com Felipe Esparza is a comedian and actor, known for his stand-up specials, “They’re Not Gonna...
2025-11-281h 35What's Up Fool? PodcastEP 551 - Eddie PepitoneWHAT'S UP FOOL? EP 551Felipe and Rodrigo welcome special guest - American character actor, stand-up comedian, and podcast host, Eddie Pepitone.Connect with us on Instagram Felipe - @ FelipeesparzacomedianRodrigo - @ rodrigotorresjrEddie - @ eddiepepHear about Felipe's tour dates, new merch drops & more by signing up @ http://felipesworld.comFelipe Esparza is a comedian and actor, known for his stand-up specials, “They’re Not Gonna Laugh at You”, “Translate This”, and his latest dual-release on Netflix, “Bad Decisions/Malas Decisiones” (2 different performances in two languages), his...
2025-11-141h 22History for FoosEp 90 - Paul Revere's Forgotten HistoryFelipe Esparza and Butch Escobar dive deep into the wild true story of Paul Revere — the silversmith turned Revolutionary hero. They uncover how a drunken misstep, a poem, and propaganda helped shape America’s mythology. From the Boston Tea Party to the Battle of Bunker Hill, this episode breaks down the real events behind the “Midnight Ride” and why Revere became history’s most ordinary legend. Follow Felipe - https://www.instagram.com/felipeesparzacomedian/?hl=en Follow Butch - https://www.instagram.com/butchescobar/reels/?hl=en Hear about Felipe's tour dates, new merch drops & more by signing up @ http://felipeswor...
2025-11-091h 05What's Up Fool? PodcastEP 550 - Fred StollerWHAT'S UP FOOL? EP 550Felipe, Rodrigo, and Martin welcome back one of our favorite guests - comedian and actor Fred Stoller.Connect with us on Instagram Felipe - @ Felipeesparzacomedian Martin - @ comicmartinrizoRodrigo - @ rodrigotorresjrFred - @ fred_stollerHear about Felipe's tour dates, new merch drops & more by signing up @ http://felipesworld.comFelipe Esparza is a comedian and actor, known for his stand-up specials, “They’re Not Gonna Laugh at You”, “Translate This”, and his latest dual-release on Netflix, “Bad Decisions/Malas Decisiones” (2 different perfor...
2025-11-091h 15History for FoosEp 89 - The Wonderland Murders ExplainedFelipe Esparza and Butch Escobar dive into the shocking true story of the 1981 Wonderland murders — a brutal Hollywood crime involving drugs, revenge, and the infamous adult film star John Holmes. They break down the wild rise and fall of the Wonderland Gang, their bloody feud with nightclub kingpin Eddie Nash, and the twisted aftermath that rocked Los Angeles’ dark underworld. Hear about Felipe's tour dates, new merch drops & more by signing up @ http://felipesworld.com Felipe Esparza is a comedian and actor, known for his stand-up specials, “They’re Not Gonna Laugh at You”, “Translate This”, and his latest dual-release on Netflix, “B...
2025-11-021h 09History for FoosEp 88 - Why Cartoons Wear White GlovesFelipe and Butch dive deep into the surprising racial history behind early animation and the origins of Mickey Mouse’s white gloves. From minstrel shows and Jim Crow roots to the hidden layers of early cartoons, they unpack how racist vaudeville imagery shaped American entertainment. The guys mix sharp insight with laughs, breaking down history’s most uncomfortable—and fascinating—connections. Follow Felipe - instagram.com/felipeesparzacomedian/?hl=en Follow Butch - instagram.com/ButchEscobar (IG and TT Theme music (Intro and Outro) - by IkeReatorBeatz Hear about Felipe's tour dates, new merch drops & more by signing up @ http://felipesworld.com Feli...
2025-10-261h 01History for FoosEp 87 - Ybor City : Lost City Of CigarsFelipe Esparza and Butch Escobar dive into the fascinating history of Ybor City, Tampa’s cigar-making capital once known as “Cigar City.” Between laughs and stories from the road, they explore Cuban coffee, handmade cigars, and the immigrant roots that built a booming industry. Plus, hilarious tales of bad cars, strict moms, and Felipe’s wild adventures on tour. Follow Felipe - instagram.com/felipeesparzacomedian/?hl=en Follow Butch - instagram.com/ButchEscobar (IG and TT Theme music (Intro and Outro) - by IkeReatorBeatz Hear about Felipe's tour dates, new merch drops & more by signing up @ http://felipesworld.com Felipe Esparza...
2025-10-191h 10History for FoosEP 86 - Mark Twain Was a Troll!In this episode of History For Foos, Felipe Esparza and Butch Escobar take a deep dive into the life of Mark Twain — the original American troll, stand-up comic, and literary icon. From his fiery red hair to his dark humor and tragic past, the guys uncover Twain’s wild adventures, bad investments, and surprising connection to modern comedy.Follow Felipe - instagram.com/felipeesparzacomedian/?hl=enFollow Butch - instagram.com/ButchEscobar(IG and TT Theme music (Intro and Outro) - by IkeReatorBeatzHear about Felipe's tour dates, new merch drops & more by signing up...
2025-10-121h 16History for FoosEP 85 - The Untold History of Boyle HeightsIn this episode of History for Foos, Felipe and Butch dive deep into the rich, layered history of Boyle Heights — once known as the “Ellis Island of the West.” They explore its Jewish roots, cultural diversity, redlining, and how freeways reshaped the neighborhood. From pastrami traditions to community resilience, the guys bring humor and insight to a story that shaped Los Angeles. Follow Felipe - instagram.com/felipeesparzacomedian/?hl=en Follow Butch - instagram.com/ButchEscobar (IG and TT Theme music (Intro and Outro) - by IkeReatorBeatz Hear about Felipe's tour dates, new merch drops & more by signing up @ http://felipe...
2025-09-281h 07History for FoosEP 84 - Don't Blame L.A.Felipe and Butch dive into everything from the realities of life in Los Angeles to politics, homelessness, prison reform, and the wild ways government policies shape everyday people. With their trademark mix of comedy, honesty, and street-level storytelling, they cut through the noise while reminding us not to take it too seriously—after all, this is history for foos. Follow Felipe - instagram.com/felipeesparzacomedian/?hl=en Follow Butch - instagram.com/ButchEscobar (IG and TT Theme music (Intro and Outro) - by IkeReatorBeatz Hear about Felipe's tour dates, new merch drops & more by signing up @ http://felipesworld.com Felipe Es...
2025-09-211h 21History for FoosEP 83 - When Venice Beach Struck OilIn this episode of History for Foos, Felipe and Butch dive into one of Los Angeles’ most unexpected and overlooked chapters—when Venice Beach wasn’t just a hub for boardwalk performers, muscle men, and artists, but also a booming oil town. Before the palm trees and skate culture defined the coastline, hundreds of oil derricks crowded the sand, reshaping the city’s future and leaving behind an environmental legacy that’s still felt today.Hear about Felipe's tour dates, new merch drops & more by signing up @ http://felipesworld.com LINKS Felipe Esparza: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) @Felipeesparzacomic (TT) Butch E...
2025-09-141h 02History for FoosEP 82 - 536 AD: The Worst Year in Human HistoryFelipe and Butch talk about the worst year in human history - 536 AD. It marked the beginning of a catastrophic period characterized by a "volcanic winter" caused by a large eruption. With that large eruption, the world literally went into darkness that caused famine, the plague, and chaos around different parts of the world.Hear about Felipe's tour dates, new merch drops & more by signing up @ http://felipesworld.comLINKSFelipe Esparza: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) @Felipeesparzacomic (TT)Butch Escobar: @ButchEscobar(IG and TT Theme music (Intro and Outro) - by IkeReatorBeatzFelipe...
2025-09-071h 42History for FoosEP 81 - The Messy History of ExecutionsFelipe and Butch get down and dirty on the history of the executions - how they progressed from Jesus getting crucified to the average man sitting on the electric chair, the many types of practical machines used and the reasons for them, which all are gruesome.Hear about Felipe's tour dates, new merch drops & more by signing up @ http://felipesworld.comLINKSFelipe Esparza: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) @Felipeesparzacomic (TT)Butch Escobar: @ButchEscobar(IG and TT Theme music (Intro and Outro) - by IkeReatorBeatzFelipe Esparza is a comedian and actor, known for...
2025-08-311h 30History for FoosEP 80 - The Tragedy of the Radium GirlsFelipe and Butch set their watches to the early part of the 20th century and discuss the watch scandal of the Radium Girls, women in the early 20th century who contracted radiation poisoning from painting watch dials with radium-infused paint. The women suffered, contracting illness, jaw bone/facial structures literally disconnecting from their faces, etc. This event eventually lead to re-doing labor laws and established OSHA.Hear about Felipe's tour dates, new merch drops & more by signing up @ http://felipesworld.comLINKSFelipe Esparza: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) @Felipeesparzacomic (TT)Butch Escobar: @ButchEscobar(IG and...
2025-08-241h 19History for FoosEP 79 - The Colonization of HawaiiFelipe and Butch fly over the rainbow crash land into the beauty of Hawaii before Westerners and more established colonizers took it over. They go over the kings that ruled Hawaii, the hand-made tech they used as weaponry that still shocks handheld tech today, and the morals they lived by. It's a long, complex history that Felipe and Butch condensed in just over an hour and there's still more to cover.Hear about Felipe's tour dates, new merch drops & more by signing up @ http://felipesworld.comLINKSFelipe Esparza: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) @Felipeesparzacomic (TT)...
2025-08-171h 41History for FoosEP 78 - The History of BaseballLast week a curveball was thrown and got Felipe and Butch out the field. Today, they bat up with the history of baseball. Felipe throws fun facts from his childhood playing little league and witnessing crazy events at that time. They both dive into where baseball began in its setting with the people behind it. Many versions of the game were created as their own past time as they name many of them. Who knew how vast this game is in its history that the guys were able to scratch the surface.LINKSFelipe Esparza: @FelipeEsparzaComedian...
2025-08-101h 51History for FoosEP 77 - The Rise And Fall Of The Berlin WallFelipe and Butch stand united on the history of the Berlin Wall that separated the country of Germany to East Germany and West Germany. They jump across fences and discuss how the wall happened, why it happened, and its eventual destruction that was accidental.LINKSFelipe Esparza: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) @Felipeesparzacomic (TT)Butch Escobar: @ButchEscobar(IG and TT Theme music (Intro and Outro) - by IkeReatorBeatzGet tickets to laugh with Felipe @ http://FelipesWorld.comFelipe Esparza is a comedian and actor, known for his stand-up specials, “They’re Not Gonna Laugh at Y...
2025-07-271h 41History for FoosEP 76 - The History of Amsterdam's Cannabis CultureFelipe and Butch set sail for knowledge and they ended up at the canals of Amsterdam. Felipe traveled there no too long ago and soaked so much culture and its history, especially that of cannabis. Amsterdam is infamous for its culture in the flower that is still controversial. The guys talk about how Amsterdam got its hands on the green and how it put it's grip into social life and order.LINKSFelipe Esparza: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) @Felipeesparzacomic (TT)Butch Escobar: @ButchEscobar(IG and TT Theme music (Intro and Outro) - by IkeReatorBeatzGet...
2025-07-201h 14History for FoosEP 75 - The Life of OJ Simpson and "People v. Simpson"From the Los Angeles Riots, Felipe and Butch catch up to the "juice" where they find the life of OJ Simpson. A famous football player and entertainer in his later years after his sports career but is also infamous for being acquitted of a double murder of his wife Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend, Ron Goldman. The trial was a worldwide media circus that caused of division due to its verdict. The guys find out for themselves if he was really innocent. Or not? LINKSFelipe Esparza: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) @Felipeesparzacomic (TT)Butch Escobar: @ButchEscobar(I...
2025-07-061h 42History for FoosEP 74 - The Rodney King Riots aka The 1992 Los Angeles RiotsFelipe and Butch talk discuss the infamous Los Angeles Riots that took place in Los Angeles, CA in 1992 where the city of LA was in chaos for severeal days - looting, shootings, arrests, arson, and deaths in the midst of it . They also go in depth to the catalyst of the riots - The video of Rodney King receiving police brutality by LAPD that further went to a trial and caused uproar due to the verdict of acquittals of the officers themselves.LINKSFelipe Esparza: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) @FunnyFelipe (TT)Butch Escobar: @ButchEscobar(IG and TT...
2025-06-291h 34History for FoosEP 73 - The History of Wolfgang Amadeus MozartFelipe and Butch talk about the life of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (Mozart for short), a prodigy musician and songwriter of classical music who started learning music at age 3 and started writing at age 5. The classical music that we still hear to this day was forever influenced by Mozart. They associate the history of this amazing artist through the film "Amadeus" dir. Miloš Forman.LINKSFelipe Esparza: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) @FunnyFelipe (TT)Butch Escobar: @ButchEscobar(IG and TT Theme music (Intro and Outro) - by IkeReatorBeatzGet tickets to laugh with Felipe @ http://FelipesWorld.com
2025-06-151h 18History for FoosEP 72 - The History of The Chicano SquadFelipe and Butch set their destination to Houston, TX and find themselves in a trance of the famous "Chicano Squad". It's a team of bilingual patrol officers plucked from their beats and suddenly promoted to Detectives to form the first all-Latin homicide unit dedicated to tackling Houston's soaring rate of Latin homicide cases in 1979.LINKSFelipe Esparza: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) @FunnyFelipe (TT)Butch Escobar: @ButchEscobar(IG and TT Theme music (Intro and Outro) - by IkeReatorBeatzGet tickets to laugh with Felipe @ http://FelipesWorld.comFelipe Esparza is a comedian and actor...
2025-06-081h 06History for FoosEP 71 - The History of The Barbary CoastFelipe and Butch talk about the history of San Francisco's Barbary Coast. It was a port that acted as a hub for the "gold rush" in California. The Barbary Coast gave access for all kinds of life to re-establish themselves for gain. Some also caused chaos that also ties in to the life of Emperor Norton. This is quite a history crossover.LINKSFelipe Esparza: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) @FunnyFelipe (TT)Butch Escobar: @ButchEscobar(IG and TT Theme music (Intro and Outro) - by IkeReatorBeatzGet tickets to laugh with Felipe @ http://FelipesWorld.com
2025-06-0247 minHistory for FoosEP 70 - The Rise and Fall of "Emperor Norton"Felipe and Butch talk about a man who made rules of his own to get buy through society but also made changes that benefited the common man. Joshua Abraham Norton who in 1859 declared himself "Emperor of these United States" in a proclamation that he signed "Norton I., Emperor of the United States". Norton issued several decrees, both surprising and inspiring, including the first proposal for a transbay bridge and tunnel, and a calling for the abolition of the nickname "Frisco."LINKSFelipe Esparza: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) @FunnyFelipe (TT)Butch Escobar: @ButchEscobar(IG and TT Theme music...
2025-05-251h 30History for FoosEP 69 - The History of Alcatraz Island Federal PenitentiaryFelipe and Butch swim across from the main shore to the island of Alcatraz Prison. They talk about the history of the infamous Alcatraz Prison where at one point Al Capone was a resident, living like a king. They cover the riots, the famous escape that inspired films and other entertainment media. Get your jumpsuits ready.LINKSFelipe Esparza: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) @FunnyFelipe (TT)Butch Escobar: @ButchEscobar(IG and TT Theme music (Intro and Outro) - by IkeReatorBeatzGet tickets to laugh with Felipe @ http://FelipesWorld.comFelipe Esparza is a comedian...
2025-05-181h 32History for FoosEP 68 - Wrap Up 2025Felipe and Butch talk about past episodes they have shared their knowledge on and they also share important, historical moments that happened on May 11th.LINKSFelipe Esparza: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) @FunnyFelipe (TT)Butch Escobar: @ButchEscobar(IG and TT Theme music (Intro and Outro) - by IkeReatorBeatzGet tickets to laugh with Felipe @ http://FelipesWorld.comFelipe Esparza is a comedian and actor, known for his stand-up specials, “They’re Not Gonna Laugh at You”, “Translate This”, and his latest dual-release on Netflix, “Bad Decisions/Malas Decisiones” (2 different performances in two languages), his recurring...
2025-05-111h 26History for FoosEP 67 - The History of PimpsFelipe and Butch get their dripped out canes and take a stroll down the history of pimps and the "game" of what is known as pimping. Before pimping, there was always prostitution and there have been businesses towards but were operated by women, usually by one powerful female. It's an interesting dive it would take a couple of episodes to cut through it but they hand you the education in about less than two hours.LINKSFelipe Esparza: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) @FunnyFelipe (TT)Butch Escobar: @ButchEscobar(IG and TT Theme music (Intro and Outro...
2025-05-041h 21History for FoosEP 66 - The History of DuelingFelipe and Butch challenge each to a duel, to explain the history of duels. Duels evolved from medieval European traditions where knights and nobles would settle disputes through physical confrontations. There's no laws on it, lives were either changed or lost. It was appropriately called "trial by combat" where legal disputes were settled by fighting. While initially seen as a way to avoid violence, dueling eventually became a popular means of resolving personal slights, particularly among the upper class.LINKSFelipe Esparza: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) @FunnyFelipe (TT)Butch Escobar: @ButchEscobar(IG and TT Theme music (Intro...
2025-04-271h 04History for FoosEP 65 - The History of Cold Cereal (Kellogg's and Post)Felipe and Butch take on the history of cereal. Cold cereal that is. The Kellogg brothers, John Harvey and Will Keith, along with C.W. Post of the famous Post company, invented cereal and by doing that, pushed the industry of food, health, and the refrigeration we have today. Inventions were stolen, flavors and brands were created, and new regimes were unveiled especially by the likes of Marjorie Merriweather Post who took over her father's business and made it to her very own. This is an episode you're gonna wanna have cereal with.LINKSFelipe Esparza: @FelipeEsparzaComedian...
2025-04-201h 18History for FoosEP 64 - The History of The San Patricio BrigadeFelipe and Butch keep going back in time to find out the atrocities young America were committing in the 1800s. In this episode, they talk about the history of the Saint Patrick's Brigade formed by John Riley. The brigade was a Mexican Army unit which fought against the United States in the Mexican American War. Consisting of several hundred mostly Irish and other Catholic European expatriates and immigrants, including numerous men who had deserted or defected from the United States Army. This affected how the US took over parts of Mexico which later ended up being California. This is an...
2025-04-131h 28History for FoosEP 63 - The History of The Japanese Internment CampsFelipe and Butch are on a consistent focus on groups of people being rounded up and tossed into places against their will. The Japanese Internment Camps were no different and it happened in the US during WWII. The US government forcibly relocated and incarcerated approximately 120,000 Japanese and Japanese Americans in ten internment camps, primarily in the western interior, due to Executive Order 9066, a controversial measure based on wartime fears of espionage. The guys highlight the camps in California and give great detail as to the conditions Japanese and Japanese Americans went through.LINKSFelipe Esparza: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG...
2025-04-061h 17History for FoosEP 62 - The History of The Bracero ProgramFelipe and Butch deep into the US Bracero Program - a series of agreements between the U.S. and Mexico, allowed millions of Mexican men to work in the U.S. on short-term contracts, primarily in agriculture, from 1942 to 1964, addressing a national labor shortage during World War II. But that's not all - it was also the first wave of mass deportation of the millions of Mexicans that were in the US regardless of the program itself.LINKSFelipe Esparza: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) @FunnyFelipe (TT)Butch Escobar: @ButchEscobar(IG and TT Theme music (Intro and Outro...
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