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My Summer LairGavin Stephens (Park Bench Ontology)My Summer Lair host Sammy Younan talks to stand-up comic Gavin Stephens whose latest comedy album is Park Bench Ontology.
My Summer Lair Chapter #317: Do You Have A Favourite Park Bench?
Recorded: Wednesday, March 10, 2025 at 2:00 pm (EST)
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2025-06-221h 12
Park Bench OntologyS16E23: Polling Stations, Power Trips & the Myth of DemocracyIn this solo episode, Gavin unpacks his firsthand experience working at a Canadian federal election polling station—and why it left him more convinced than ever that capitalism and democracy are fundamentally incompatible. From authoritarian micro-behaviors to racial dynamics at play, this episode dives deep into the cracks in the illusion of “free and fair” elections.In the bonus episode on Patreon, Gavin discusses the 2022 film Sinners, exploring themes of guilt, power, and collective moral failure.👉 Support us and hear the bonus ep: patreon.com/theuncolonized 🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, an...
2025-05-0532 min
Park Bench OntologyThe Silent Majoity...sort of.This week on Uncolonized, Gavin Stephens and Daniel Grant dive into the media’s favorite zombie narrative: the “silent majority.” Every election cycle, pundits and pollsters act like it’s a shocking new revelation—but this trope is as old as Nixon. We unpack the latest reincarnation of it, featuring the supposed shift of white male Gen Z voters to the right, particularly towards Trump. Are they really shifting—or just revealing who they’ve always been?Plus, in our Patreon-exclusive episode, we get into a viral story about a woman who dated a string of far-right men. What she...
2025-04-2129 min
Park Bench OntologyEpisode 19: You Can’t Take It With YouUncolonized - Episode 19: You Can’t Take It With YouThis week on Uncolonized, Gavin Stephens talks about losing his stuff in a fire—and not in a metaphorical, "finding yourself" way. Like, literally. Gone. Every DVD, vinyl, collectible—poof. So now I'm living in the future: a full-on subscription-based model for everything I used to own. Yay capitalism.I get into what it means to live in a consumer-based society where we don’t own anything anymore—except debt, anxiety, and maybe a Spotify playlist. I also explore the deeper truth that none of th...
2025-04-0734 min
Park Bench OntologyUncolonized S16E18 – The Authoritarian Mindset & Canadians Who Want to be AnnexedThis week, it's just me, Gavin Stephens, diving into a bizarre but growing phenomenon—Canadians who actually want the U.S. to annex Canada. I break down the authoritarian mindset behind this and why some Canadians are in complete denial about Trump’s influence (inspired by this article).This is just Part 1—get the full conversation by joining our Patreon. Plus, if you’re into deep dives on decolonial thought, politics, and society, join our book club on Fable.🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow & Support: 🌐 Website...
2025-03-3131 min
Park Bench OntologyS16E15: Great TelevisionIn this solo episode, Gavin breaks down the latest political spectacle—Trump letting his mask slip and Zelenskyy failing to navigate the game of politics. Under late-stage capitalism, the pretension is gone, exposing the raw mechanics of power, media manipulation, and imperialism. What happens when the illusion of leadership crumbles? Gavin unpacks it all with his signature insight and humour.Catch the full unfiltered discussion in Part 2 on Patreon: patreon.com/theuncolonized🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow & Support: 🌐 Website: http://gavinstephens.ca 🎧 Podca...
2025-03-0332 min
Park Bench OntologyEpisode Title: S16E14 - Captain America: Brave New NeoliberalismIn this episode of Uncolonized, Gavin Stephens and Daniel Grant dive into Captain America: Brave New World, breaking down the political and social implications of the film. What does it mean to have a Black Captain America in today's world? How does the film tackle race, power, and patriotism? We get into all of it, plus our expectations for Anthony Mackie’s take on the shield.Directed by Julius Onah, Captain America: Brave New World stars Anthony Mackie, Harrison Ford, Liv Tyler, Tim Blake Nelson, Carl Lumbly, Shira Haas, and Danny Ramirez.Patreon Exclusive: Over on...
2025-02-2436 min
Park Bench OntologyS16E13: ADHD in Adults: The Hidden Struggle with Nichole HendersonThis week on Uncolonized, host Gavin Stephens sits down with Nichole Henderson, a registered psychotherapist (BA, SSW, MACP) and founder of Yellow Chair Therapy. Together, they dive into the realities of ADHD in adults—especially those who go undiagnosed for years. They explore the challenges of late diagnosis, how ADHD manifests differently in marginalized communities, and the urgent need for affordable mental health care.Tune in for an insightful and necessary conversation on mental health, neurodiversity, and the barriers to proper diagnosis and treatment.🔗 Learn more about Nichole’s work at Yellow Chair Therapy...
2025-02-1744 min
Park Bench OntologyS16E12: Capitalism isn’t naturalIn this solo episode of Uncolonized, Gavin dives into the philosophy of Herbert Marcuse and how it connects to his real-life experiences with people who give off an uncanny valley vibe. He unpacks how this mindset makes capitalism feel like the natural order, making it harder to see the system at play. Critical thought is dismissed, replaced with endless consumption—so how do we break free? Tune in for a deep dive into ideology, reality, and the struggle to think beyond the script.Here's the link to the Harper article by Joseph Bernstein🎙 Park Bench On...
2025-02-1029 min
Park Bench OntologyS16E11: Wicked, Capitalist Realism & Hollywood RevolutionIn this week's episode of Uncolonized, hosts Gavin Stephens and Daniel Grant delve into the 2024 film Wicked, directed by Jon M. Chu. They critically examine the movie's political messaging, exploring how capitalist realism influences its portrayal of revolution. The discussion highlights the contrast between the film's narrative and the underlying economic ideologies it perpetuates. The hosts also analyze performances by Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba and Ariana Grande as Glinda, considering how their portrayals contribute to the film's themes. Tune in for an insightful conversation that cha...
2025-02-0335 min
Park Bench OntologyIn God We TrustThis week on Uncolonized, Gavin & Daniel take a Canadian perspective on the incoming U.S. administration and the inauguration. How does this political shift impact the U.S., Canada, and the world? We break it all down and cut through the noise. Catch the full conversation, including our extended discussion, over on Patreon: patreon.com/theuncolonized.🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow & Support: 🌐 Website: http://gavinstephens.ca 🎧 Podcast: https://pod.link/uncolonized 📷 Instagram: @countgavin 🐦 Bluesky: gavinstephens.substack.com 🎵...
2025-01-2737 min
Park Bench Ontology S16E09: Hulk Hogan, Hyperreality & America’s PlutocracyThis week on Uncolonized, it’s a solo episode with me, Gavin Stephens. In Part 1, I dive into WWE’s big move to Netflix, focusing on the reception of Hulk Hogan. I explore how Jean Baudrillard’s theory of hyperreality applies to Hogan and why he embodies America’s myth-making machine. I also share my evolving perspective on politics—shifting from the traditional left vs. right divide to a more direct Workers vs. Owners framework.In Part 2 (available exclusively on Patreon), I continue the discussion, tackling the TikTok ban and why America has always been a plutocracy.
2025-01-2033 min
Park Bench OntologyS16E8: The Assassination of a CEO and the Fight Over Wealth InequalityIn Episode 8 of Season 16, Gavin Stephens and Daniel Grant discuss the shocking assassination of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson by Luigi Mangione, a man many are calling a class hero. The duo unpacks the growing divide between those who see Luigi’s actions as a response to wealth inequality and liberals attempting to distract from systemic issues by labelling him simply as a murderer.From the role of corporate greed to the moral and political fallout, Gavin and Daniel break down what this event says about the state of capitalism, class struggle, and the narratives surrounding them....
2024-12-1633 min
Park Bench OntologyEpisode Title: S16E7: How Social Media Fuels Far-Right PopulismIn Episode 7 of Season 16, hosts Gavin Stephens and Daniel Grant tackle the slow bleed of reality as social media continues to shape public discourse. They explore the alarming rise of far-right pipeline accounts using anti-immigrant, misogynist, and racist rhetoric to weaponize anger and spread dangerous ideologies.Gavin shares his recent experience falling into an Instagram rabbit hole after seeing a post criticizing a person begging while owning a cell phone, unpacking how such simplistic far-right populism thrives in a capitalist system under distress. Together, they dissect the subtle ways these narratives take hold and the broader...
2024-12-0823 min
Park Bench OntologyS16E04 - Libertarians and their slavery metaphorsIn Episode 4 of Uncolonized Season 16, Daniel and Gavin dive deep into the 2023 film Jones Plantation, an indie movie created by anarcho-capitalists that uses slavery as a metaphor for government oppression. But behind the "freedom" rhetoric lies a more insidious truth: the film’s creators seem to align with ideologies that ultimately favour the oppressor’s side, not the enslaved. We dissect how using slavery metaphors to promote anti-state, pro-capitalist agendas conveniently ignores the historical context of white supremacy, capitalism's role in the slave trade, and how these narratives perpetuate the very power imbalances they claim to oppose. Tune in as w...
2024-11-1140 min
Park Bench OntologyS16E03 - These MSG RalliesUncolonized Podcast Season 16, Episode 3: This week, Gavin and Daniel dive into a surreal yet unsettling event—Donald Trump’s recent rally at Madison Square Garden. Drawing parallels to the 1930s Nazi rally held in the same venue, they explore how the symbolism, spectacle, and tone feel eerily familiar. They also discuss Hulk Hogan’s peculiar speech and Tucker Carlson’s "white replacement theory, but the spotlight shines on Tony Hinchcliffe's bizarre “roast” at the rally. Tune in for a thought-provoking analysis of the event's cultural and political undercurrents.🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.
2024-11-0437 min
Park Bench OntologyS16E02 - Immigrant anxietyIn this episode of Uncolonized, host Gavin Stephens dives into the heated topic of how immigrants are politicized as scapegoats in Western societies. From housing crises to public unrest, Gavin breaks down the systemic issues often buried under narratives blaming immigration, exploring events like the London riots and the myth of Western superiority. Join Gavin as he exposes the political tactics behind these narratives and argues for a more just perspective on immigration.Articles used:MSN Uk riotsThe Maple Blame Governments not immigrantsInvestigative Journalism Foundation
2024-10-2837 min
Park Bench OntologyS15E09: Doug Ford's selling off of Ontario (Part 1)Gavin & Daniel are back with the penultimate episode of Season 15. There has been so much going on, especially in Ontario. Ontario Place closing, LCBO on strike, Doug Ford continuing his backroom deals. We had a lot to catch up on and we did in this first part of the episode. Check out the second on our Patreon:http://patreon.com/theuncolonized🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow & Support: 🌐 Website: http://gavinstephens.ca 🎧 Podcast: https://pod.link/uncolonized 📷 Instagram: @countgavin 🐦 Bluesky...
2024-07-1537 min
Park Bench OntologyS15E08 - White journalist does blackface, thinks he solves racism...againThis week Gavin is all by himself, and letting loose. Gavin discusses a bunch of current events including the Canadian journo who decided to write a book about racism while doing blackface.🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow & Support: 🌐 Website: http://gavinstephens.ca 🎧 Podcast: https://pod.link/uncolonized 📷 Instagram: @countgavin 🐦 Bluesky: gavinstephens.substack.com 🎵 TikTok: @ParkBenchOntology📼 YouTube: http://youtube.com/@parkbenchontologyAlso, Check out the Substack: Dispatch From The SimulationSubscribe and leave a revi...
2024-06-1736 min
Park Bench OntologyS15E07- Why is Canada’s support for LGBTQ2 rights and visibility declining ?This week Daniel & Gavin discussed Canada's decline in support for the LGBTQ2 community based on a recent poll, and the general anger that seems to be very prevalent in the countryThe Global News poll showing declining support https://globalnews.ca/news/10538379/canada-lgbtq2-rights-poll/🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow & Support: 🌐 Website: http://gavinstephens.ca 🎧 Podcast: https://pod.link/uncolonized 📷 Instagram: @countgavin 🐦 Bluesky: gavinstephens.substack.com 🎵 TikTok: @ParkBenchOntology📼 YouTube: http://youtube.com/@parkbenchontologyAlso, Check out th...
2024-06-1031 min
Park Bench OntologyS1503 - Civil War & KeffiyehsIn this week's episode, Gavin & Daniel reviewed the politically complicated mess that is Alex Garland's latest film; Civil War.We also talked about the recent Keffiyeh ban in the Ontario Legislature.Civil War Wikki:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_Civil_War Keffiyeh Ban:https://toronto.citynews.ca/2024/04/17/keffiyeh-scarves-banned-in-ontario-legislature-by-speaker-ford-calls-for-reverse-of-decision/🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow & Support: 🌐 Website: http://gavinstephens.ca 🎧 Podcast: https://pod.link/uncolonized 📷 Instagram: @countgavin 🐦 Bluesky: gavinstephens.substack.com 🎵 TikTok: @ParkBenchOntology
2024-04-2937 min
Park Bench OntologyS15E02 - Neoliberal Climate Action, in ActionThis week Daniel & Gavin talk about Gavin's need for right-leaning liberals to understand he's not on their side about climate change. Check out this episode and the continuation on our Patreon.http://patreon.com/theuncolonized🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow & Support: 🌐 Website: http://gavinstephens.ca 🎧 Podcast: https://pod.link/uncolonized 📷 Instagram: @countgavin 🐦 Bluesky: gavinstephens.substack.com 🎵 TikTok: @ParkBenchOntology📼 YouTube: http://youtube.com/@parkbenchontologyAlso, Check out the Substack: Dispatch From The SimulationSubscribe and lea...
2024-04-2232 min
Park Bench OntologyS14E08 - They Cloned Tyrone part 1We're back with a new episode. Gavin & Daniel review the Netflix sci-fi mystery film, They Cloned Tyrone this week. Starring John Boyega, Jamie Foxx and Teyonah Parris. This is Juel Taylor's directorial debut".The phrase "they cloned Tyrone" appears to be related to a 2023 American science fiction comedy mystery film called "They Cloned Tyrone." The movie, directed by Juel Taylor, features an unlikely trio, played by John Boyega, Teyonah Parris, and Jamie Foxx, who uncover a government cloning conspiracy. The plot revolves around a series of eerie events that lead the characters into a sinister neighbourhood...
2024-02-1939 min
Park Bench OntologyS14E06 - Claudine Gay Vs. HarvardThis week Gavin & Daniel DISCUSSED the recent resignation of Havard president Claudine Gay, and what it means moving forward for academia. Check out the rest of the conversation at our Patreon @ patreon.com/theuncolonized 🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow & Support: 🌐 Website: http://gavinstephens.ca 🎧 Podcast: https://pod.link/uncolonized 📷 Instagram: @countgavin 🐦 Bluesky: gavinstephens.substack.com 🎵 TikTok: @ParkBenchOntology📼 YouTube: http://youtube.com/@parkbenchontologyAlso, Check out the Substack: Dispatch From The SimulationSubscribe and leave a revi...
2024-01-2246 min
Park Bench OntologyS14E03: Matt Rife, Guyana and the world betweenBoth Daniel and Gavin have a connection to the small country that is known as Guyana. After its recent oil discovery, the South American country has found itself between post-colonial land rights disagreements with Venezuela, and Exxon Mobile cash grabs. We talked about all of it this week and much more.🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow & Support: 🌐 Website: http://gavinstephens.ca 🎧 Podcast: https://pod.link/uncolonized 📷 Instagram: @countgavin 🐦 Bluesky: gavinstephens.substack.com 🎵 TikTok: @ParkBenchOntology📼 YouTube: http://youtube.com/@parkbenchontology...
2023-12-2032 min
WRK & WINEmbracing Change and the Role of Advocacy in Career Growth With Gavin StephensGavin Stephens is the Talent and Engagement Director at Cleveland Cavaliers, a cornerstone franchise in the NBA and central entity within Rock Entertainment. Besides the Cavaliers, his purview extends to the Cleveland Monsters, Cleveland Charge, Cavs Legion Gaming Club, and Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse. Starting his journey with the organization as a Merchandise Concession Manager, Gavin has since taken on numerous crucial responsibilities, notably overseeing the recruiting, onboarding, and employee engagement functions. With a robust background in the sports industry, Gavin has showcased his prowess as a Training and Talent Acquisition Manager. His competencies include employee training, program...
2023-09-2739 min
Park Bench OntologyS13E08: Canada's Climate Refugees (part 1)This week Gavin & Daniel discuss an an article recently published by Breach Media, about Canada's First Nations becoming climate refugees. Why we're still debating the validity of climate on the planet? And how Alberta's identity with fossil fuels was marketed.The article from Breach MediaYou can get the second part of our conversation on Patreon: Part 2 here!Remember to follow us on Instagram 🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow & Support: 🌐 Website: http://gavinstephens.ca 🎧 Podcast: https://pod.li...
2023-09-0436 min
Park Bench OntologyS13E06 - Jamie Foxx and the Green BeltThis week Daniel & Gavin discussed the conversation surrounding Jamie Foxx's cryptic tweet. They also talked about the Ontario government's corruption and its misuse of the Greenbelt. Jamie Foxx: https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/jennifer-aniston-jamie-foxx-tweet-b2388662.htmlHere's the story about the green belt via the Narwhal:https://thenarwhal.ca/ontario-greenbelt-auditor-general-report/🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow & Support: 🌐 Website: http://gavinstephens.ca 🎧 Podcast: https://pod.link/uncolonized 📷 Instagram: @countgavin 🐦 Bluesky: gavinstephens.substack.com 🎵 TikTok...
2023-08-2129 min
Park Bench OntologyS13E01 - Daniel is Back! (Part 1)This week Daniel returns! He and Gavin talk about the Billionaires sub implosion and how the right is blaming it on "wokeness". We also talked about Cis being a slur on Twitter and so much more. This is part one of our conversation, you can listen to part two on our Patreon.🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow & Support: 🌐 Website: http://gavinstephens.ca 🎧 Podcast: https://pod.link/uncolonized 📷 Instagram: @countgavin 🐦 Bluesky: gavinstephens.substack.com 🎵 TikTok: @ParkBenchOntology📼 YouTube: http://youtube.com/@parkbenchonto...
2023-07-0338 min
Park Bench OntologyS12E16 : Gavin talks to comedian Habib Siam. part 1🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow & Support: 🌐 Website: http://gavinstephens.ca 🎧 Podcast: https://pod.link/uncolonized 📷 Instagram: @countgavin 🐦 Bluesky: gavinstephens.substack.com 🎵 TikTok: @ParkBenchOntology📼 YouTube: http://youtube.com/@parkbenchontologyAlso, Check out the Substack: Dispatch From The SimulationSubscribe and leave a review! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-06-1945 min
Park Bench OntologyS12E12 - Canadian school board freak outs (With mzvividlyfoxxy) part 1This week Gavin is joined once again by prolific tea-bringer, mzvividlyfoxxy. They talk Pride flag bannings in Norwich Ontario. School board freakouts in York Region & Snow (not the weather) and so much more on this first of a two-part episode. You can check out the second part of this conversation on our Patreon @ http://patreon.com/theuncolonized.🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow & Support: 🌐 Website: http://gavinstephens.ca 🎧 Podcast: https://pod.link/uncolonized 📷 Instagram: @countgavin 🐦 Bluesky: gavinstephens.substack.com 🎵 TikTok: @ParkBe...
2023-05-0845 min
Park Bench OntologyS12E08 - The fear of A.I with Monty ScottThis week we welcomed Comedian Monty Scott to the show. He & Gavin sit down to have a good conversation about A. I, pot dispensaries and so much more. You can get the full episode on our Patreon🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow & Support: 🌐 Website: http://gavinstephens.ca 🎧 Podcast: https://pod.link/uncolonized 📷 Instagram: @countgavin 🐦 Bluesky: gavinstephens.substack.com 🎵 TikTok: @ParkBenchOntology📼 YouTube: http://youtube.com/@parkbenchontologyAlso, Check out the Substack: Dispatch From The SimulationSubscribe and lea...
2023-04-0344 min
Park Bench OntologyS12E04: Black Mental Health MattersThis week Gavin & Daniel discussed the federal Liberal government's proposal to give 1.5 million to black communities for mental health. We also talked about Ant-man and why socialism keeps popping up in Disney movies, the CPC meeting with german nazi Christine Anderson, and so much more.🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow & Support: 🌐 Website: http://gavinstephens.ca 🎧 Podcast: https://pod.link/uncolonized 📷 Instagram: @countgavin 🐦 Bluesky: gavinstephens.substack.com 🎵 TikTok: @ParkBenchOntology📼 YouTube: http://youtube.com/@parkbenchontologyAlso, Check out the Substack: Di...
2023-03-0648 min
Park Bench OntologyS12E03 - Disgraced Mayors and Stag & DoesDaniel and Gavin talk about Mayor John Tory stepping down, and how it was hiding a bigger scandal that involved wedding plans. Also the guys pay tribute to De La Soul member Dave "Trugoy the dove" Jolicoeur. That and much more on this weeks episode of Uncolonized.🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow & Support: 🌐 Website: http://gavinstephens.ca 🎧 Podcast: https://pod.link/uncolonized 📷 Instagram: @countgavin 🐦 Bluesky: gavinstephens.substack.com 🎵 TikTok: @ParkBenchOntology📼 YouTube: http://youtube.com/@parkbenchontologyAlso, Check out the Subs...
2023-02-2046 min
Park Bench OntologyS01E12 - Season 12 PremiereWe're back and happy to be here. This first episode Daniel Grant & Gavin Stephens discuss a few topics including Black Canadians feeling all work place anti-racism is tied to the economy.🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow & Support: 🌐 Website: http://gavinstephens.ca 🎧 Podcast: https://pod.link/uncolonized 📷 Instagram: @countgavin 🐦 Bluesky: gavinstephens.substack.com 🎵 TikTok: @ParkBenchOntology📼 YouTube: http://youtube.com/@parkbenchontologyAlso, Check out the Substack: Dispatch From The SimulationSubscribe and leave a review!
2023-02-0649 min
Park Bench OntologyS11E02 - No more pronouns in WisconsinGavin & Daniel talk about the Wisconsin school board's decision to eliminate all pronouns in emails. (A normal move). As well they took a look at Canada's foreign policy and how its roots in anti-blackness hurt countries like Hati. That and so much more on this week's episode of Uncolonized.🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow & Support: 🌐 Website: http://gavinstephens.ca 🎧 Podcast: https://pod.link/uncolonized 📷 Instagram: @countgavin 🐦 Bluesky: gavinstephens.substack.com 🎵 TikTok: @ParkBenchOntology📼 YouTube: http://youtube.com/@parkbenchontologyAlso, Check out t...
2022-08-2250 min
Park Bench OntologyS10E06 - Telling fascists they're fascist isn't a hate crimeSo there was another 'Freedom' convoy. This time because of COVID mandates being lifted almost completely, these bikers road for something else. Gavin & Daniel talked about it, and how to Ottawa police, calling someone fascist is now a hate crime. Speaking of hate crimes, Hamilton is not only on top for them, but it's getting worse. This and much more on this week's episode of Uncolonized.🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow & Support: 🌐 Website: http://gavinstephens.ca 🎧 Podcast: https://pod.link/uncolonized 📷 Instagram: @countgavin 🐦 Bluesky...
2022-05-0948 min
Park Bench OntologyS10E05 - The Anti-Woke FestivalWhat is an anti-woke festival? Why is Peter Thiel investing in it? This week on the podcast Gavin & Daniel took a look at the one-time festival, its origins and what a tech billionaire has to do with it. Here's the article from BuzzFeed News https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/josephbernstein/peter-thiel-anti-woke-film-festival-trevor-bazile🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow & Support: 🌐 Website: http://gavinstephens.ca 🎧 Podcast: https://pod.link/uncolonized 📷 Instagram: @countgavin 🐦 Bluesky: gavinstephens.substack.com 🎵 TikTok: @ParkBenchOntology📼 YouTube: http://youtube.co...
2022-05-0243 min
PandemyShow.com83. Uncolonized: May Day Episode. Gavin Stephens. Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. 04/27/22Comedian, Gavin Stephens joins Dave to discuss pandemy developments in organized labour, specifically the unionization of an Amazon facility and the gig economy. We agree that the Labour Movement has an important role to play in making the world a better place. Especially in these troubling times of housing unaffordability, greedflation, and the billionaire space race.Without labour nothing prospers. Happy May Day to all the hard working people of the pandemy.Gavin onlineThanks for joining us as we unite humanity through stories of hope, connection, and community in the face of...
2022-05-0134 min
The Creative ImbalanceEpisode 168 featuring Gavin StephensToday on the show we are joined with Gavin Stephens who is a true stand up comedy vet. Gavin's newest comedy special titled "All Inclusive Coma" is currently nominated for a Juno Award and has an overall theme of self awareness that also becomes a big topic of conversation throughout this episode. Around all that he also tells us some of the keys to longevity in the standup comedy universe, what continues to fuel his passion, what is awesome about the current generation of comedy, why performing at an open mic is more nerve racking than a theatre with hundreds...
2022-04-201h 10
Code Switchin NaturallyLove…Ew EP. 201Ayyyy Hey ya'll and welcome back to Code Switchin' Naturally! We missed ya'll and of course we straight to it. Did you know Love makes you code switch as well. We take this episode to explore how we may code switch when interacting with our loved ones. How do you codeswitch with your loved ones. Comment below or talk to us on IG!
Here's the songs from Music of the week:
My Testimony/Let Go- Kelontae Gavin- https://youtu.be/YkqHOIrnoPw
Hold Me Close- Kelontae Gavin- https://youtu.be/1uhASckDZ_Q
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2022-02-1149 min
Park Bench OntologySE9E05: Why is Trudeau more worried about the left than the right, and how does it relate to Don't Look Up?This week Daniel and Gavin discussed a recent interview with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, where he expressed his concern towards the 'lefts casual cynicism. Despite having the right physically attack him, we wondered why the PM was aiming left, and how it relates to the Netflix film Don't Look Up.🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow & Support: 🌐 Website: http://gavinstephens.ca 🎧 Podcast: https://pod.link/uncolonized 📷 Instagram: @countgavin 🐦 Bluesky: gavinstephens.substack.com 🎵 TikTok: @ParkBenchOntology📼 YouTube: http://youtube.com/@parkbenchontology
2022-01-1050 min
Park Bench OntologyS09E04: The Alberta Education Curriculum ProblemI'll be honest finding out about the Alberta government trying to both sides Nazis in the education curriculum kind of scared me. This week Gavin & Daniel attacked this story and looked at the parallels of the education from right-wing governments in the US. The level of projection from the 'They're indoctrinating our kids" party is amazing.🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow & Support: 🌐 Website: http://gavinstephens.ca 🎧 Podcast: https://pod.link/uncolonized 📷 Instagram: @countgavin 🐦 Bluesky: gavinstephens.substack.com 🎵 TikTok: @ParkBenchOntology📼 YouTube: http...
2021-12-2745 min
Park Bench OntologyS09E03: Who is the Manhattan institute, and why are they on my TV?This week Gavin & Daniel caught an interview with anti-anti racism linguistic professor John Mcwhorter. Mcwhorter believes anti-racism is a religion, and "wokeness" has gone too far. Gavin & Daniel wondered why this center-right talking point has always been accommodated on mainstream media, which took them down the rabbit hole that is the Manhattan Institute.🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow & Support: 🌐 Website: http://gavinstephens.ca 🎧 Podcast: https://pod.link/uncolonized 📷 Instagram: @countgavin 🐦 Bluesky: gavinstephens.substack.com 🎵 TikTok: @ParkBenchOntology📼 YouTube: http://youtube.com/@parkbe...
2021-12-2047 min
Park Bench OntologyS08E07: The more things change, the more they stay the same.This week Gavin & Daniel discussed what's been going on with the recent Haitian migrants and the Texas white supremacist border patrol. We also didn't want to leave Canada out of this episode so we got into the controversy at Western University where 30 women allegedly were assaulted on frosh week.🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow & Support: 🌐 Website: http://gavinstephens.ca 🎧 Podcast: https://pod.link/uncolonized 📷 Instagram: @countgavin 🐦 Bluesky: gavinstephens.substack.com 🎵 TikTok: @ParkBenchOntology📼 YouTube: http://youtube.com/@parkbenchontologyAlso, Check out t...
2021-10-111h 03
Park Bench OntologyS08E05: FallingDownThis week's episode see's Gavin & Daniel reviewing the 1993 Micheal Douglas film, Falling Down. We were surprised with this one to be honest. Hope you enjoy it. Wikipedia: Falling Down is a 1993 American action film[3] directed by Joel Schumacher, written by Ebbe Roe Smith and released by Warner Bros. in the United States on February 26, 1993.[4] The film stars Michael Douglas in the lead role of William "D-Fens" Foster, a divorced and unemployed former defense engineer. The film centers on Foster as he treks on foot across the city of Los Angeles, trying to reach the...
2021-08-301h 13
Park Bench OntologyS08E03: Rich white men and their adventures in spaceRich white men are going to space off the backs of the working class, and we're here to take a look at all the nonsense. This week Gavin and Daniel talk about the new frontier and how it's only for the 1% and the problems the rest of us face right here on Earth.🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow & Support: 🌐 Website: http://gavinstephens.ca 🎧 Podcast: https://pod.link/uncolonized 📷 Instagram: @countgavin 🐦 Bluesky: gavinstephens.substack.com 🎵 TikTok: @ParkBenchOntology📼 YouTube: http://youtube.com/@parkbe...
2021-08-161h 06
Unlocking Athletic PotentialTokyo 2020 Olympics Bitesize #7 | Highlights and Best Takes feat Gavin StephensWorld V40 400m Champion Gavin Stephens joins Ian to discuss their highlights and best takes from the Athletics programme at Tokyo 2020.
2021-08-1332 min
Park Bench OntologyS07E08: Canada needs to face its past.This week Gavin & Daniel discuss the recent discovery of the remains of 215 indigenous children at a Kamloops residential school. We talked about the church's response and the blame-shifting of the Canadian government. In the wake of the discovery of this tragedy many people in the indigenous community, may be dealing with not only grief but intergenerational trauma, the following is a list of resources and hotlines dedicated to supporting Indigenous people in crisis. 24/7 supports:KUU-US Crisis Line1-800-588-8717Indian Residential School Survivors and Family1-866-925-4419Mon – Fri, 8am...
2021-06-141h 01
Park Bench OntologyS07E07: Harriet ReviewThis week Gavin & Daniel Reviewed the 2019 controversial film, Harriet. We went a little long on this one, but we had a lot to say about this movie. Enjoy.Harriet Movie Wikkipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harriet_(film)Harriet is a 2019 American biographical film directed by Kasi Lemmons, who also wrote the screenplay with Gregory Allen Howard. It stars Cynthia Erivo as abolitionist Harriet Tubman, with Leslie Odom Jr., Joe Alwyn, and Janelle Monáe in supporting roles. A biography about Harriet Tubman had been in the works for years, with several actresses, including V...
2021-06-071h 39
Park Bench OntologyS06E05: Small Axe ReviewThis week Gavin & Daniel reviewed the Steve McQueen anthology series Small Axe (Amazon Prime)Small Axe is a British anthology film series, created and directed by Steve McQueen. The anthology consists of five films which tell distinct stories about the lives of West Indian immigrants in London from the 1960s to the 1980s.[1] Two episodes of the series were selected in the official competition of the 2020 Cannes Film Festival. The series premiered on 15 November 2020 on BBC One in the United Kingdom and on 20 November 2020 on Amazon Prime Video in the United States.[2][3][4] The title references a proverb – "If yo...
2021-02-221h 04
Starting OutSO #2 Gavin Stephens - The Laughter Hits Your KneesInspired by seeing Sinbad and George Wallace perform live at 16, Gavin Stephens started stand-up only a few years later. Gavin discusses the naive confidence that youth affords us, being prepared to drop a 30-minute set his first time out, and what it was like to be part of a cultural minority movement in the Toronto comedy scene that featured him, Russel Peters, Mista Mo, Ron Josol and others. We also discuss the common mistakes new comedians make starting out. Music provided by Devin Bateson.Follow us @startingoutpodMusic by @debatesonAll episodes here: https://www...
2021-02-1752 min
Startup MicrodoseOlly Jones | Co-founder of elmo on the Next 12 PodcastAt the end of 2020, Olly was interviewed by Kevin Tyler on the Next 12 Podcast and we’ve decided to share that interview here.
Olly gets the opportunity to discuss elmo - a company he co-founded with Luke Gavin in 2019.
elmo is net zero and all-inclusive subscription platform for electric cars - with a mission to reimagine car leasing to suit the needs of the modern consumer while accelerating mass adoption of electric cars and helping to reduce transport carbon emissions.
Olly talks about the challenges they’ve faced and the exciting growth they’ve enjoyed launching a car subscription platform in the...
2021-02-1158 min
Unlocking Athletic PotentialEpisode #33 | Gavin Stephens - M40 400m World Champion - Finding Faster After 40We welcome M40 400m World Champion Gavin Stephens to the UAP Podcast.As a senior Gavin was a British Universities 200m Champion but stopped competing at 22 years of age as he switched sports to play semi-professional Rugby. At 35, Gavin decided to step back onto the track and over the next seven years, became progressively faster.In 2018 he held the fastest time in the world over 400 for anyone over the age of 40, clocking 49.68, and became M40 World 400m Champion, winning gold against a stacked field which included 400m 2010 Commonwealth Champion Mark Mutai from Kenya....
2021-01-281h 10
Park Bench OntologyS05E10: Bombshell reviewFor our last episode of the season, Gavin and Daniel reviewed the 2019 film, Bombshell. We reviewed this movie to ask the question; can we feel sorry for the women of white supremacy?Bombshell is a 2019 American drama film directed by Jay Roach and written by Charles Randolph. The film stars Charlize Theron, Nicole Kidman, and Margot Robbie, and is based upon the accounts of the women at Fox News who set out to expose CEO Roger Ailes for sexual harassment. John Lithgow, Kate McKinnon, Connie Britton, Malcolm McDowell, and Allison Janney appear in supporting roles. - Wikipedia🎙 Par...
2020-12-281h 16
Park Bench OntologyS05E07: When Beefs become ToxicThis week Gavin and Daniel took a look at Fedro Star's beef with Royce da 5'9. The guys saw a real issue here and need to give their two cents. Just to be clear nothing is wrong with a good beef, however, when does a good beef cross the line into toxic masculinity?🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow & Support: 🌐 Website: http://gavinstephens.ca 🎧 Podcast: https://pod.link/uncolonized 📷 Instagram: @countgavin 🐦 Bluesky: gavinstephens.substack.com 🎵 TikTok: @ParkBenchOntology📼 YouTube: http://youtube.com/@parkbe...
2020-12-071h 09
Park Bench OntologyS05E02: Gavin and Daniel discuss Mi'kmaq lobster dispute🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow & Support: 🌐 Website: http://gavinstephens.ca 🎧 Podcast: https://pod.link/uncolonized 📷 Instagram: @countgavin 🐦 Bluesky: gavinstephens.substack.com 🎵 TikTok: @ParkBenchOntology📼 YouTube: http://youtube.com/@parkbenchontologyAlso, Check out the Substack: Dispatch From The SimulationSubscribe and leave a review! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-11-021h 09
Park Bench OntologyS05E01: The Forty Year Old VersionGavin and Daniel are back. This week we reviewed the themes and ideas in the Netflix film; The Forty-Year Old Version. Written, directed, and starring by Radha Blank. Radha is a down-on-her-luck NY playwright, who is desperate for a breakthrough before she turns 40. Reinventing herself as rapper RadhaMUSPrime.🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow & Support: 🌐 Website: http://gavinstephens.ca 🎧 Podcast: https://pod.link/uncolonized 📷 Instagram: @countgavin 🐦 Bluesky: gavinstephens.substack.com 🎵 TikTok: @ParkBenchOntology📼 YouTube: http://youtube.com/@parkbenchontologyAlso, Check out t...
2020-10-261h 18
Park Bench OntologyS04E47: Profiting From Black DeathWe took a look at the phenomenon where capitalism feels the need to exploit the bodies of black men and women murdered by police. This week we looked at a jewelry brand, who shut down after being accused used victims of police brutality to move their product.https://www.complex.com/style/2020/09/jewelry-brand-catches-heat-over-black-lives-matter-designs-from-glass|| You can catch our bonus episode on Patreon http://patreon.com/theuncolonized || Follow us on Twitter @UncolonizedPod and use hashtag #UncolonizedPod || Hosts Gavin Stephens @countgavin, B.Black @lebeeplus, Daniel Grant @yungguard || Website: chonillanetwork.com/series/uncolonized || on IG - instagram.com/uncolonizedpodcast || on...
2020-09-281h 09
Park Bench OntologyS04E46: The Toxicity Of Social MediaThis week Gavin and Daniel talked about the toxic nature of social media and its influence on society and black liberation movements.|| You can catch our bonus episode on Patreon http://patreon.com/theuncolonized || Follow us on Twitter @UncolonizedPod and use hashtag #UncolonizedPod || Hosts Gavin Stephens @countgavin, B.Black @lebeeplus, Daniel Grant @yungguard || Website: chonillanetwork.com/series/uncolonized || on IG - instagram.com/uncolonizedpodcast || on FB - facebook.com/UncolonizedPod🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow & Support: 🌐 Website: http://gavinstephens.ca 🎧 Podcast: https://pod.link/uncoloniz...
2020-09-211h 12
Park Bench OntologyS04E45: RIP Chadwick BosemanWe decided to pay tribute to Chadwick Bowseman (R.I.P), by talking about our favorite black actors.|| You can catch our bonus episode on Patreon http://patreon.com/theuncolonized || Follow us on Twitter @UncolonizedPod and use hashtag #UncolonizedPod || Hosts Gavin Stephens @countgavin, B.Black @lebeeplus, Daniel Grant @yungguard || Website: chonillanetwork.com/series/uncolonized || on IG - instagram.com/uncolonizedpodcast || on FB - facebook.com/UncolonizedPod🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow & Support: 🌐 Website: http://gavinstephens.ca 🎧 Podcast: https://pod.link/uncolonized 📷 Instagram: @count...
2020-09-141h 34
Park Bench OntologyS04E44: The NBA boycottAs the NBA post season continues, we talked about the effectiveness of the walkout and BLM messaging in the bubble. || Remember you can catch our bonus episode on Patreon http://patreon.com/theuncolonized || Follow us on Twitter @UncolonizedPod and use hashtag #UncolonizedPod || Hosts Gavin Stephens @countgavin, B.Black @lebeeplus, Daniel Grant @yungguard || Uncolonized Website: chonillanetwork.com/series/uncolonized || on IG - www.instagram.com/uncolonizedpodcast || on FB - www.facebook.com/UncolonizedPod || Gain access to the Uncolonized archives with over 320 episodes at www.chonillanetwork.com/series/uncolonized🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world...
2020-09-071h 23
Park Bench OntologyS04E43: The Murder of Jacob Blake, and the anti-black racism of the week.After a brief hiatus, we all came together to talk about all the racism that went on in our absence. Primarily Jacob Blake's murder at the hands of police. || Remember you can catch our bonus episode on Patreon http://patreon.com/theuncolonized || Follow us on Twitter @UncolonizedPod and use hashtag #UncolonizedPod || Hosts Gavin Stephens @countgavin, B.Black @lebeeplus, Daniel Grant @yungguard || Uncolonized Website: chonillanetwork.com/series/uncolonized || on IG - www.instagram.com/uncolonizedpodcast || on FB - www.facebook.com/UncolonizedPod || Gain access to the Uncolonized archives with over 320 episodes at www.chonillanetwork.com/series/uncolonized🎙 Park Ben...
2020-08-311h 34
Park Bench OntologyS04E42 – Run this town movie reviewWe took a look at the 2019 movie Run this town, based on the late Toronto Mayor Rob Ford. IMDB: Run This Town is a 2019 drama film written and directed by Ricky Tollman. It stars Ben Platt, Mena Massoud, Nina Dobrev, Scott Speedman, Gil Bellows, Jennifer Ehle, and Damian Lewis. It had its world premiere at South by Southwest on March 9, 2019. It was released in the United States and Canada on March 6, 2020, by Oscilloscope and Elevation Pictures. || Remember you can catch our bonus episode on Patreon http://patreon.com/theuncolonized || Follow us on Twitter @UncolonizedPod and use...
2020-08-171h 16
Park Bench OntologyS04E41 – Flattening the black diasporaThis week Joe Biden described the American Black population as "not as diverse" politically as the Latin X community, and we weren't here for that. || Remember you can catch our bonus episode on Patreon http://patreon.com/theuncolonized || Follow us on Twitter @UncolonizedPod and use hashtag #UncolonizedPod || Hosts Gavin Stephens @countgavin, B.Black @lebeeplus, Daniel Grant @yungguard || Uncolonized Website: chonillanetwork.com/series/uncolonized || on IG - www.instagram.com/uncolonizedpodcast || on FB - www.facebook.com/UncolonizedPod || Gain access to the Uncolonized archives with over 320 episodes at www.chonillanetwork.com/series/uncolonized🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end o...
2020-08-101h 19
Park Bench OntologyS04E39 – The whiteness of the anti-mask movementIf we had to crown the dumbest movement in history, the anti-mask one would top the list. This week Gavin, B and Daniel discuss the connections between anti-mask and white supremacy. --------------------Remember you can catch our bonus episode @ http://patreon.com/theuncolonized |Follow us on Twitter @UncolonizedPod and use hashtag #UncolonizedPod |Tweet Us: @GavinbStephens and @Bblizak |Uncolonized Website: chonillanetwork.com/series/uncolonized |on IG - www.instagram.com/uncolonizedpodcast |on FB - www.facebook.com/UncolonizedPod |Gain access to the Uncolonized archives with over 320 episodes at www...
2020-07-271h 25
Park Bench OntologyS04E38 – Race PlayThis week Gavin, B Black and Daniel Grant, discuss the fetishization of race, called Race Play. We tried to be respectful, and as mature as possible under the circumstances.--------------------Check out Part 2 or more at our Patreon. $5 a month gets you two episodes weekly.http://patreon.com/theuncolonized |Follow us on Twitter @UncolonizedPod and use hashtag #UncolonizedPod |Tweet Us: @GavinbStephens and @Bblizak |Uncolonized Website: chonillanetwork.com/series/uncolonized |on IG - www.instagram.com/uncolonizedpodcast |on FB - www.facebook.com/UncolonizedPod |Gain access to the...
2020-07-201h 08
Park Bench OntologyS04E37 – Canceling "Cancel Culture"This week Gavin & B Black are joined again by Daniel Grant (Spoiled Rotten Podcast). They talked about the cancel culture letter signed by many celebrities in an attempt to cancel, cancel culture.--------------------Check out Part 2 or more at our Patreon. $5 a month gets you two episodes weekly.http://patreon.com/theuncolonized | Follow us on Twitter @UncolonizedPod and use hashtag #UncolonizedPod | Tweet Us: @GavinbStephens and @Bblizak | Uncolonized Website: chonillanetwork.com/series/uncolonized | on IG - www.instagram.com/uncolonizedpodcast | on FB - www.facebook.com/UncolonizedPod | Gain...
2020-07-131h 03
Park Bench OntologyS04E36 – Da 5 Bloods reviewGavin and Daniel Grant (Spoiled Rotten Podcast) review the Spike Lee Joint Da 5 Bloods. Wikkipedia - Da 5 Bloods is a 2020 American war drama film directed by Spike Lee, who also produced alongside Jon Kilik, Beatriz Levin, and Lloyd Levin. It stars Delroy Lindo, Jonathan Majors, Clarke Peters, Johnny Trí Nguyễn, Norm Lewis, Isiah Whitlock Jr., Mélanie Thierry, Paul Walter Hauser, Jasper Pääkkönen, Jean Reno, Veronica Ngo, and Chadwick Boseman. The film's plot follows a group of aging Vietnam War veterans who return to the country in search of the remains of their fallen squad l...
2020-07-061h 10
Park Bench OntologyS04E35 – Breonna TaylorGavin sits down with Daniel Grant (Spoiled Rotten Podcast) to discuss the tragic murder of Breonna Taylor at the hands of Louisville police department.Here’s What You Need to Know About Breonna Taylor’s Death - New York Times--------------------Check out Part 2 or more at our Patreon. $5 a month gets you two episodes weekly.http://patreon.com/theuncolonized | Follow us on Twitter @UncolonizedPod and use hashtag #UncolonizedPod | Tweet Us: @GavinbStephens and @Bblizak | Uncolonized Website: chonillanetwork.com/series/uncolonized | on IG - www.instagram.com/uncolonizedpodcast | on F...
2020-06-2952 min
Anything Goes 3.0Episode 006: Horror Movies and Gavin StephensDarren, Dave and Kathleen talk about Horror Movies, real life and interview Gavin Stephens
2020-06-2056 min
Park Bench OntologyS04E33 – Not today Satan (With Sam Norton)This week's episode Gavin and B Black welcome comedian Sam Norton @isamcomedy to talk about white people's need to interject in the protests. Trigger warning: The word ‘white’ gets used a lot! --------------------Check out Part 2 or more at our Patreon. $5 a month gets you two episodes weekly.http://patreon.com/theuncolonized | Follow us on Twitter @UncolonizedPod and use hashtag #UncolonizedPod | Tweet Us: @GavinbStephens and @Bblizak | Uncolonized Website: chonillanetwork.com/series/uncolonized | on IG - www.instagram.com/uncolonizedpodcast | on FB - www.facebook.com/UncolonizedPod | Gain...
2020-06-151h 05
Park Bench OntologyS04E32 – Rage and CatharsisThis week an exhausted Gavin and B sort through their thoughts and feelings on the global protests, against police brutality and racial injustice. --------------------Check out Part 2 or more at our Patreon. $5 a month gets you two episodes weekly.http://patreon.com/theuncolonizedFollow us on Twitter @UncolonizedPod and use hashtag #UncolonizedPodTweet Us: @GavinbStephens and @BblizakUncolonized Website: chonillanetwork.com/series/uncolonizedon IG - www.instagram.com/uncolonizedpodcaston FB - www.facebook.com/UncolonizedPodGain access to the Uncolonized archives with over 320 episodes...
2020-06-081h 21
Park Bench OntologyS04E31 – Joe 'You ain't black' BidenWe're back, and this week we talked about Joe Bidens recent interview on the Breakfast Club, where he explained how blackness works. In the second part of the episode Gavin interviewed Journalist Jeff Hayward about the evolution of Art during the lock down. --------------------Check out Part 2 at our Patreon. $5 a month gets you two episodes weekly.http://patreon.com/theuncolonizedFollow us on Twitter @UncolonizedPod and use hashtag #UncolonizedPodTweet Us: @GavinbStephens and @BblizakUncolonized Website: chonillanetwork.com/series/uncolonizedon IG - www.instagram.com/uncolonizedpodcast...
2020-06-011h 35
Bushwick Variety Show91: Gavin Van Vlack: Physical Culture Collective/ Diamond Heart Martial ArtsGavin Van Vlack https://www.instagram.com/gvvstrong/ is the founder and head coach of Physical Culture Collective https://physicalculturecollective.com/ a 2400 square foot Martial arts , Strength and Movement studio located on the borders of Bushwick, Bed-Stuy, and Williamsburg Brooklyn that host high level Muay Thai , Jiu Jitsu, and Athletic Development programs that are designed to be able to accommodate everyone from the fitness beginner to the competitive martial arts practitioner. https://www.instagram.com/physicalculturecollective/ If you'd like to support Bushwick Variety Show we now have a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bushwickvarietyshow?fan_landing=true
2020-05-291h 25
Park Bench OntologyS04E29 – The ‘IOU’ is The Rich Persons Stick Up NoteFirst Gavin and B Black take a look at the recent ‘raid’ of a grocery store in an affluent Toronto neighbourhood, where many of the ‘suspects’ left “IOU” notes and fled. Then they swing over to China where anti-black racism is out of control and has been way before this global pandemic. --------------------Check out Part 2 at our Patreon. $5 a month gets you two episodes weekly.http://patreon.com/theuncolonizedFollow us on Twitter @UncolonizedPod and use hashtag #UncolonizedPodTweet Us: @GavinbStephens and @BblizakUncolonized Website: chonillanetwork.com/series/uncolonizedon IG...
2020-05-041h 11
Park Bench OntologyS04E27 - American History X Review (Part 1)The title says it all. This week B Black and Gavin review the 1998 film American History X. American History X is a 1998 American crime drama film directed by Tony Kaye and written by David McKenna. The film stars Edward Norton and Edward Furlong, as two brothers from Los Angeles who are involved in the white supremacist and neo-Nazi movements. The older brother (Norton) serves three years in prison for voluntary manslaughter, and during this time, he is rehabilitated, and then tries to prevent his brother from going down the same path. The supporting cast includes Fairuza Balk, Stacy Keach, Elliott Go...
2020-04-201h 19
Park Bench OntologyS04E24 – Picking Cotton At Home (Part 1)In this episode of Uncolonized, Gavin and B Black look at Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) and how it’s effecting People of Color (POC) the most during this crucial moment in history.--------------------Check out Part 2 at our Patreon. $5 a month gets you two episodes weekly. http://patreon.com/theuncolonizedFollow us on Twitter @UncolonizedPod and use hashtag #UncolonizedPodTweet Us: @GavinbStephens and @BblizakUncolonized Website: chonillanetwork.com/series/uncolonizedon IG - www.instagram.com/uncolonizedpodcaston FB - www.facebook.com/UncolonizedPodGain access to the Un...
2020-03-3052 min
Park Bench OntologyS04E23 - Two CanadasIn this episode of Uncolonized, Gavin & B react to an interview with Peter Mansbridge (CBC), where he discusses the Raptors win and how it signifies two distinct Canadas. --------------------Check out Part 2 at our Patreon. $5 a month gets you two episodes weekly. http://patreon.com/theuncolonizedFollow us on Twitter @UncolonizedPod and use hashtag #UncolonizedPodTweet Us: @GavinbStephens and @BblizakUncolonized Website: chonillanetwork.com/series/uncolonizedon IG - www.instagram.com/uncolonizedpodcaston FB - www.facebook.com/UncolonizedPodGain access to the Uncolonized archives with...
2020-03-231h 17
Park Bench OntologyS04E22 - Raising Black Kids (Part 1)This week on the show: After watching the video of a 6 year-old get arrested, Gavin and B Black discuss what they think it takes to raise kids in white supremacy. --------------------Check out Part 2 at our Patreon. $5 a month gets you two episodes weekly. http://patreon.com/theuncolonizedFollow us on Twitter @UncolonizedPod use hashtag #UncolonizedPodTweet Us: @GavinbStephens and @BblizakUncolonized Website: chonillanetwork.com/series/uncolonizedon Instagram - www.instagram.com/uncolonizedpodcaston Facebook - www.facebook.com/UncolonizedPodGain access to the Uncolonized archives...
2020-03-161h 21
Park Bench OntologyS04E17 - Feel the BernThis week after the controversial endorsement by Joe Rogan, Gavin need to let B know why Bernie Sanders was the clear obvious choice for pres. 🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow & Support: 🌐 Website: http://gavinstephens.ca 🎧 Podcast: https://pod.link/uncolonized 📷 Instagram: @countgavin 🐦 Bluesky: gavinstephens.substack.com 🎵 TikTok: @ParkBenchOntology📼 YouTube: http://youtube.com/@parkbenchontologyAlso, Check out the Substack: Dispatch From The SimulationSubscribe and leave a review! Hosted on A...
2020-02-1043 min
Park Bench OntologyS04E14 - Nationalism will get us all killedPeople on Fb are crazy about bombing brown countries, and Gavin and B wanted to look into why. Join us as we the guys talk about terrorism, Suleimani, America, and Trump's need for war. We referenced Garth Porter's article in Truthout:https://truthout.org/articles/lies-about-iran-killing-us-troops-in-iraq-are-a-ploy-to-justify-war/ As well as Robert MacKay in the Intercept https://theintercept.com/2020/01/09/republican-reporters-want-democrats-stop-saying-qassim-suleimani-assassinated/?comments=1#comments What we learned from 40 years of intervention in the Middle East https://nationalinterest.org/blog/middle-east-watch/what-should-we-learn-40-years-us-intervention-middle-east-41542🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow...
2020-01-201h 08
Park Bench OntologyS04E13 - Terry Gilliam is the real victim here, everyone. Part 1This week Gavin and B sit down and discuss the comments Terry Gilliam (Monty Python) made in an interview with the Independent. Part 2 is on our Patreon http://patreon.com/theuncolonized Here's the interview in the independanthttps://www.theroot.com/terry-gilliam-is-tired-of-white-men-being-blamed-for-ev-1840816741 🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow & Support: 🌐 Website: http://gavinstephens.ca 🎧 Podcast: https://pod.link/uncolonized 📷 Instagram: @countgavin 🐦 Bluesky: gavinstephens.substack.com 🎵 TikTok: @ParkBenchOntology📼 YouTube: http://youtube.com/@parkbenchontologyAlso, Check out the S...
2020-01-1358 min
Park Bench OntologyS04E05 - Gary Owens Fallacy Part 1Gavin and B discuss the case of Jason Roger Pope, a North Caroline man who mimicked black culture in order to infect the 700 black women with HIV. You can listen to part two on our Patreon here's the story: https://www.diaspora7.com/a-white-man-who-was-arrested-said-he-spread-hiv-to-100s-of-black-women/2019/10/12/🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow & Support: 🌐 Website: http://gavinstephens.ca 🎧 Podcast: https://pod.link/uncolonized 📷 Instagram: @countgavin 🐦 Bluesky: gavinstephens.substack.com 🎵 TikTok: @ParkBenchOntology📼 YouTube: http://youtube.com/@parkbenchontologyA...
2019-11-1158 min
Park Bench OntologyS04E02 - Hello Privilege, it's me. The reviewIn part one of the episode Gavin and B Black review the Netflix documentary. are you there privilege it's me, Chelsea. Staring Chelsea Handler. Part 2 is available on our Patreon here. A brief summary of the movie.🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow & Support: 🌐 Website: http://gavinstephens.ca 🎧 Podcast: https://pod.link/uncolonized 📷 Instagram: @countgavin 🐦 Bluesky: gavinstephens.substack.com 🎵 TikTok: @ParkBenchOntology📼 YouTube: http://youtube.com/@parkbenchontologyAlso, Check out the Substack: Dispatch From The SimulationSubs...
2019-10-1448 min
Park Bench OntologyS04E01 - Canadian fuc-ry Prt 1Along with a new name comes a new season of our podcast. This week Gavin and B Black talk about all that is Maxime Bernier and the PPC party (we got that wrong so many times this eps.) In part one we talk about how racists seem to always want to talk about racism, but rarely want to be called a racist, and how that relates to Canadian politics. This is the first part of this episode. In order to hear the second part head over to http://patreon.com/uncolonized and for 5 dollars a month, you can ge...
2019-10-0722 min
Park Bench OntologyS03E10 - Nipsey HussleRIP Nipsey. This week on the show Gavin and B Black welcome comedian and youtube creator Black Goat 666 (Sam Feldman) to the show to talk about freedom of speech. We also review the movie The Green Mile, then close out the episode talking about rapper activist Nipsey Hussle.🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow & Support: 🌐 Website: http://gavinstephens.ca 🎧 Podcast: https://pod.link/uncolonized 📷 Instagram: @countgavin 🐦 Bluesky: gavinstephens.substack.com 🎵 TikTok: @ParkBenchOntology📼 YouTube: http://youtube.com/@parkbenchontologyAlso, Check out the...
2019-04-221h 20
Spoiled Rotten PodcastRevisiting X-Men: First Class w/ Gavin StephensGavin (gavinstephens.ca) of the MRD Podcast joins Daniel to see how well X-Men First Class holds up!Gavin's Top 5 X-Men Films @2:30X-Men: First Class Talk @9:10X-Men in MCU or Separate? @37:39Crazy Jane vs. The Horde @41:39CB Shows We Stopped Watching @45:52Titans Mini Review @49:12Conclusion @51:30Discover more great podcasts on the That Shelf Podcast Network! Learn more about TDF Everything on Facebook and Twitter!Text Us Your ThoughtsHosts:Daniel Grant (Bluesky & Instagram)Ben Sit (Instagram)Show:@TDFSpoiled on Instagram, Threads, TikTok & YouTubeSubscribe & Follow HERE
2019-03-251h 06
Park Bench OntologyTimes Up # 4 with Liana K : Why white people need to talk about race.This weeks bonus is a bit of a departure. Gavin welcomes Liana K (Ed and Red Night party) to talk about why white people need to talk about race ( with each other) However they go off and far and come back having learned. You can follow Liana on her Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxeNJdOLFPqIHjuZRpEgfTQ and find out what she's up too on her websitehttp://www.lianakerzner.com🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow & Support: 🌐 Website: http://gavinstephens.ca 🎧 Podcast...
2019-02-0448 min
The ALTdot Comedy Lounge PodcastEpisode 164 - Gavin Stephens Fundraiser Part 2 - With MC James Cunningham, Derek Edwards, Aisha Brown, Mike Wilmot, and Gavin Stephens
The ALTdot Comedy Lounge broadcast on SiriusXM's Canada Laughs - October 5, 2018.
Gavin Stephens Fundraiser Part 2
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MC James Cunningham, Derek Edwards, Aisha Brown, Mike Wilmot, and Gavin Stephens
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2018-10-3100 minThe ALTdot Comedy Lounge PodcastEpisode 163 - Gavin Stephens Fundraiser Part 1 - With MC James Cunningham, Jean Paul, Monty Scott, Laurie Elliott, Kate Davis, and Darren Frost
The ALTdot Comedy Lounge broadcast on SiriusXM's Canada Laughs - September 28, 2018.
Gavin Stephens Fundraiser Part 1
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MC James Cunningham, Jean Paul, Monty Scott, Laurie Elliott, Kate Davis, and Darren Frost
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2018-10-2400 min
Park Bench OntologyS02E03 - The CASC EpisodeThis week Gavin talks to Sandra Battaglini about the CASC (Canadian Association for Stand-up Comedians) Also this week Gavin & B -Black sit down and talk about Monique's Netflix special boycott and the suspected police bias with serial killer Bruce McArthur.You can sign the petition to make Stand up comedy an art form here🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow & Support: 🌐 Website: http://gavinstephens.ca 🎧 Podcast: https://pod.link/uncolonized 📷 Instagram: @countgavin 🐦 Bluesky: gavinstephens.substack.com 🎵 TikTok: @ParkBenchOntology📼 YouTube: http://yout...
2018-03-191h 36The ALTdot Comedy Lounge PodcastEpisode 133 - MC Keith Pedro, Alex Nussbaum, Sean Cullen, Gavin Stephens, and Sam Burns
The ALTdot Comedy Lounge broadcast on SiriusXM's Canada Laughs - Friday, October 6, 2017.
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MC Keith Pedro, Alex Nussbaum, Sean Cullen, Gavin Stephens, and Sam Burns
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2018-01-0500 min
My Summer LairGavin Stephens (The Big Easy)My Summer Lair host Sammy Younan talks comics & politics and more with stand up comic Gavin Stephens whose latest comedy special is The Big Easy.
My Summer Lair Chapter #51: What Are You Talking About?
Recorded: Tuesday August 22, 2017 6:00 pm (EST)
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2017-08-221h 08The ALTdot Comedy Lounge PodcastEpisode 114 - MC Marito Lopez... Featuring Paul Thompson, Nitish Sakuja, Rhiannon Archer and Gavin Stephens
The ALTdot Comedy Lounge broadcast on SiriusXM's Canada Laughs - Friday, December 16, 2016.
Featured in this episode:
MC Marito Lopez... Featuring Paul Thompson, Nitish Sakuja, Rhiannon Archer and Gavin Stephens.
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2017-02-2600 min
My Summer LairGavin Stephens (Standup Comedy)My Summer Lair host Sammy Younan talks to standup comic Gavin Stephens.
My Summer Lair Chapter #17: Gavin Stephens is one of the first (and fellow) Scarborough Sons to properly articulate a distinct definition of that unique Scarborough Voice. Ah-mazing.
Recorded: Thursday September 3, 2015 7:30 pm (EST)
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2015-09-2259 min
Park Bench OntologyEpisode 121 – Roasting Manolis & Voting for GavinThe non-celebrity roast of Manolis was a huge success, so we chat about it for a bit ~ then we talk about Hulk Hogan’s racist tirade ~ Nick Durie visits Montreal and tells us about his experiences at Just For Laughs ~ Nick Durie (@ndurie) joins.Also, remember to vote for Gavin in the SiriusXM Topic Comic contest every day: http://gavinstephens.ca/vote🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow & Support: 🌐 Website: http://gavinstephens.ca 🎧 Podcast: https://pod.link/uncolonized 📷 Instagram: @countgavin 🐦 Bluesky: gavinstephens.substack...
2015-07-281h 44
Park Bench OntologyEpisode 111 – Louie CK & Dane Cook’s Dark SideLouie CK has been jerking off in front of women, Dane Cook gets banned from “his” club The Laugh Factory. After Gavin’s last show, the club turned into a karaoke bar, then Gavin and Jordan decided to do their own rendition of “Hey Ya”. Norm McDonald performs on Letterman.🎙 Park Bench Ontology — existential comedy for the end of the world.🔗 Follow & Support: 🌐 Website: http://gavinstephens.ca 🎧 Podcast: https://pod.link/uncolonized 📷 Instagram: @countgavin 🐦 Bluesky: gavinstephens.substack.com 🎵 TikTok: @ParkBenchOntology📼 YouTube: http://youtube.com/@parkbenchontologyAlso, Check...
2015-05-201h 38