Chuck Shute Podcast

Xi Van Fleet, author of "Mao"s America," discusses the Cultural Revolution"s impact on education and society. She explains how Mao targeted intellectuals and teachers, using youth indoctrinated in government schools to destroy old institutions. Van Fleet compares this strategy to modern movements like Black Lives Matte

Andrew Orolfo discusses his comedy career, including his game show with friends, his appearance on James Corden and on Joy Koy"s Netflix special. He shares his writing process, which involves constant tweaking and interaction with his audience. Andrew reflects on the challenges of performing, such as dealing with heckl

Chuck Shute and Martin Popoff discuss Popoff"s book on Guns N" Roses, highlighting its unique photos and the collaboration with his editor, Dennis. Popoff has written 130 books, with 40% of his income from mail orders. They delve into the band"s history, including the challenges of updating books and the impact of grun

Ryan Roxie discussed his move from Stockholm to Cape Town, highlighting the cultural and environmental differences. He addressed media sensationalism about South Africa"s safety, emphasizing personal experiences. Ryan praised Alice Cooper"s non-political approach to rock and roll, citing a 2018 Guardian interview. He s

Stefan Adika discussed his recent activities, including wood shedding on bass after a six-year hiatus and his involvement with the tribute band Rocket Mafia for charity. He praised his YouTube success, surpassing 20,000 subscribers and earning thousands. Adika shared his experiences with Ryan Roxie, including Ryan"s ab

Larry Wilmore discusses his fascination with historical figures like Harry Houdini, the Marx Brothers, and the Beatles, attributing their success to the zeitgeist and cultural timing. He reflects on his own career, including his work on "The Daily Show" and his intentional efforts to create and produce shows like "The