Intellectualish with Jeff Grace

Comedian, writer, director and pop-culture savant Marcus Jones returns to discuss the hottest cultural takes on the "The Slap", the future of the Oscars, and how soon after a baby can a new father go see Top Gun 2 in the theaters (note: in May, not March.) Jeff Grace (host) @jeffgrace (Twitter) @jeffgrace (IG) Marcus Jones (guest) @majesticjones (Twitter)@jonjmarc (IG)https://vimeo.com/jonjmarc Links Mentioned in This Episode New York Magazine - The Complete Guide to Will Smith Slap Takes David Shor - "Slaptistics" Music by Michael Sempert WestChannel.com | Michael Sempert on Spotify

Rob Healy is back! This time to talk all things "Comedians Getting Canceled Talking Covid & Race." We discuss what Spotify should do with Joe Rogan, Whoopi's time out from The View, Bill Maher's drift to the anti-mask right, and more! Jeff Grace (host) @jeffgrace (Twitter) @jeffgrace (IG)IMDB Rob Healy (guest) @parttimerob (IG)@PartTimeRob (Twitter) Music by Michael Sempert WestChannel.com | Michael Sempert on Spotify

This week I chat with writer of "Our Laser Focus on Covid Is Costing Us Our Mental Health" Medium article, Kerala Taylor. We discuss the mental health costs of maintaining current Covid-19 measures and if vaccinated Americans now overestimate the risks covid still poses to them and their children. Is it time to "move on from Covid?" Links Mentioned... https://www.nytimes.com/2022/01/26/podcasts/the-daily/omicron-coronavirus-behaviors.html Bill Maher on "The Public is Misinformed on Covid" Jeff Grace (host) @jeffgrace (Twitter) @jeffgrace (IG)IMDB Kerala Taylor (guest) https://keralataylor.medium.com/"Our Laser Focus on Covid Is Costing Us Our Mental Health"@KeralaTaylor Music by Michael Sempert WestChannel.com | Michael Sempert on Spotify

Actor and photographer Josh Fingerhut (Brooklyn 99, Sneaky Pete, Hawaii Five-0) shares how his casual cocaine use as a 3.5 GPA Northwestern University student led to thirteen years later almost losing his arm (and life) as an intravenous meth user while working regularly as an actor in Los Angeles. We discuss the psychology of addiction, the power of self deception, and how he needed to hit a "rock bottom" near-death 315 pounds before getting clean, sober and in the best shape of his life. Jeff Grace (host) @jeffgrace (Twitter) @jeffgrace (IG)IMDB Josh Fingerhut (guest) @josh_finger_hut (IG)@jpdahutt (Twitter)https://www.fingerhutfotography.com/IMDB Photos of Josh Pre/Post Recover (note: some photos not for the squeamish) Music by Michael Sempert WestChannel.com | Michael Sempert on Spotify

Jeff talks about the new "Intelectualish" reboot and then chats with Gregg Clunis, the host of "Tiny Leaps, Big Changes" about his top 4 "meta self help tips", his new habit of running, developing consistency, and the woo-woo stigma of vision boards. Jeff Grace (host) @jeffgrace (Twitter) @jeffgrace (IG)IMDB Gregg Clunis (guest) @greggclunis (Twitter)@greggclunis (IG)Tiny Leaps, Big Changes (Podcast) Tiny Leaps, Big Changes (Book) Music by Michael Sempert WestChannel.com | Michael Sempert on Spotify

Jeff is joined by writer, director, and author Todd Berger (It’s A Disaster, Happytime Murders, Cover Versions, Showdown City) to discuss why recent well-meaning celebrity cause videos have elicited such strong backlash. Plus, is Maya Rudolph secretly the coolest person on earth? Jeff Grace (host) @jeffgrace (Twitter) @jeffgrace (IG)IMDB Todd Berger (guest) @thetoddberger (Twitter)@thejohnnyvoodoo (IG)IMDB Todd's book "Showdown City" Mentioned during the show... "Imagine" celebrity video"I Take Responsibility" video "Your Black Square Instagram Isn’t Helping" Vulture.com Music by Michael Sempert WestChannel.com | Michael Sempert on Spotify

Food journalist Marisel Salazar brings on two nationally acclaimed chefs -- David Nayfeld of Che Fico and Eric Rivera of Addo -- to chat with Jeff about the flawed economics of the restaurant industry. This passionate conversation hits a wide range of topics: Challenges of the PPE program, reopening in the Covid Era, server vs. kitchen staff wage disparities, the Danny Meyer's layoffs, Immigration, and more! Jeff Grace (Host) @jeffgrace (Twitter@jeffgrace (IG) Marisel Salazar (Michelin Guide Journalist) @MariselSalazar (Twitter)@mariselmsalazar (IG) David Nayfield (Che Fico San Francisco) @davidnayfeld (IG)@chefico (IG) Eric Rivera (Addo Seattle) @ericriveracooks (IG)@addoseattle (IG) Music by Michael Sempert WestChannel.com | Michael Sempert on Spotify

Tyler "The Apple Addict" Schnabel is back to talk about Apple's 2020 WWDC introducing huge changes to Apple iPhone OS, iPad OS, MacOS going to 11 (Big Sur), and Mac saying goodbye to Intel chips. Plus Watch, Bike Maps, iPhone Widgets, App Clips, and what to expect from Apple this fall! Jeff Grace @jeffgrace Twitter@jeffgrace Instagram Tyler Schnabel @TylerSchnabel (Twitter)@TylerSchnabel Mentioned in this Episode Apple.com Music by Michael Sempert WestChannel.com | Michael Sempert on Spotify

Jeff talks with ModelCitizenBox.com founder Sam Gostnell about the importance of wearing masks to stop the spread of Covid-19 and reopening the economy. Sam lost his directing job during the lockdown and started helping nursing homes procure surgical masks. Soon he was in the middle of the wild west PPE economy before starting a monthly subscription PPE company ModelCitizenBox.com. Jeff Grace (host) @jeffgrace (Twitter) @jeffgrace (IG) Sam Gostnell (guest) @samgostnell (IG)https://www.modelcitizenbox.com/@modelcitizenbox (IG) Links Mentioned in This Episode Chart: The United States in comparison to "Mask Positive" Cultures of France and Germany Woman, 15 friends test positive for coronavirus after night out WashPost: Widespread mask-wearing could prevent covid-19 second waves, study says Music by Michael Sempert WestChannel.com | Michael Sempert on Spotify

Jeff's longtime friend, Marcus Jones, a writer/director in Los Angeles chats about growing up black in Indiana, The George Floyd Protests, the "shame walk" of Mayor Jacob Frey, and concerns that "Defund The Police" will help get Trump reelected. Jeff Grace (host) @jeffgrace (Twitter) @jeffgrace (IG) Marcus Jones (guest) @majesticjones (Twitter)@jonjmarc (IG)https://vimeo.com/jonjmarc Links Mentioned in This Episode https://www.joincampaignzero.org/https://www.270towin.com/2020-polls-biden-trump/ Music by Michael Sempert WestChannel.com | Michael Sempert on Spotify

In this sometimes heated exchange, Jeff and "Accidental Twitter Provocateur" and BNN founder Matt Bilinsky discuss the media's reporting on Charlottesville, "Bannon vs. Bernie" Populism, Trump's handling of Covid19, the NBA reopening, and the nature of discourse on Twitter. Jeff Grace (host) @jeffgrace (Twitter) @jeffgrace (IG) Matt Bilinsky (guest) @MattBilinsky(Twitter)@MattBilinsky (IG) Mentioned in this Episode: Trump on Charlottesville Press Conference #1Trump on Charlottesville Press Conference #2Trump on Charlottesville Press Conference #3 Music by Michael Sempert WestChannel.com | Michael Sempert on Spotify Note: Please consult with a doctor before taking any of the recommendations spoken about in this episode.

Rob Healy is back to talk all things Covid19. We talk about the bad advice from TV Doctors, Sweden Goes "Herd Immunity", Vox's Ezra Klein's hard takes on "Reopening The Economy", and the still shocking lack of testing. Jeff Grace @jeffgrace (Twitter) @jeffgrace (IG) Rob Healy (guest) @parttimerob (IG)@PartTimeRob (Twitter) Mentioned in this Episode: I’ve read the plans to reopen the economy. They’re scary. (Ezra Klein of Vox.com)The Weeds (Podcast) "How Does This End?" Can You Beat COVID-19 Without a Lockdown? Sweden Is Trying? (T.A. Frank of Vanity Fair) Music by Michael Sempert WestChannel.com | Michael Sempert on Spotify Note: Please consult with a doctor before taking any of the recommendations spoken about in this episode.

Rob Healy is back to share is extensive meta-research about all things COVID-19: Should I wash my groceries? The power of masks? Why do soap bubbles kill the virus? Is the economy really going to be "back to business" by Easter? Plus understanding all the confusing data and why the UK quickly changed course on its rapid "herd immunity" plan. Jeff Grace @jeffgrace (Twitter) @jeffgrace (IG) Rob Healy (guest) @parttimerob (IG)@PartTimeRob (Twitter) Mentioned in this Episode: The Czech Republic Homemade Masks Story How To Make A Homemade Mask USE THIS 3M Filter Material"The Imperial Study" that Rocked the UKDr. Attia Podcast with Sam HarrisCountry & State Date (Per Capita) Charts Music by Michael Sempert WestChannel.com | Michael Sempert on Spotify Note: Please consult with a doctor before taking any of the recommendations spoken about in this episode.

Are timeshares a scam? Kevin Brennan returns with SaSo Founder Matt Brennan (Kevin's brother) for the insider's take on Timeshares! One of Matt's early careers was as a high-end timeshare salesman for some of the top vacation destinations in the world. Kevin sold "lower end" time shares during his days as a touring musician. Together, they talk about "slinging dreams", "nudges", "spiffs", "leases vs. deeds", and "first day benefits." Listen to this episode before you take that next "free vacation" and end up with a lifetime of timeshare trades. @jeffgrace Twitter@jeffgrace Instagram Matt Brennan Matt Brennan (Facebook)@iamsaso (Instagram)@iamsaso (Twitter)www.sasopepper.com Kevin Brennan @KBrennanMusic (Twitter)@KevinMBrennan (InstagramThe Irish Goodbye Music by Michael Sempert WestChannel.com | Michael Sempert on Spotify

Jeff chats with Devin Gordon of The Atlantic about his article "Why Is Joe Rogan So Popular?" They discuss how the left misunderstands Joe Rogan's politics, his rise to becoming "the next Tim Ferris", the war on "bro culture", and how Rogan might be the best hope to break the spell of Trump. Jeff Grace @jeffgrace Twitter @jeffgrace Instagram Keith McArthur Devin Gordon "Why Is Joe Rogan So Popular?"@DevinGordonX (Twitter)www.devingordon.net Mentioned in this Episode… Joe Rogan PodcastSam Harris / Rebecca Traister Podcast Intro Song "Bop Didi Boom" by Michael Sempert. More by him at... WestChannel.com | Michael Sempert on Spotify

Jeff & Tyler record first impressions right after the September 10th Apple Keynote that launched the new iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, The New iPad, Apple Watch Series 5, and pricing info about Apple TV+ and Arcade (hint: $4.99). We chat about missing rumored products and features: Two-way charging, Sleep Tracking, Apple "Tile" competitor, Macbook 16", and an Apple Services "Bundle." Lastly, they chat about the surprisingly impressive Apple Card, the might just be the best "points" credit card on the market. Jeff Grace @jeffgrace Twitter@jeffgrace Instagram Tyler Schnabel @TylerSchnabel (Twitter)@TylerSchnabel Mentioned in this Episode Apple September 10th Keynote (iPhone 11 & more) Apple.com Music by Michael Sempert WestChannel.com | Michael Sempert on Spotify

This is an interview with Jeff from "My Instruction Manual" by Keith McArthur. Keith gets Jeff to open up about his first acting gig on Mad Men with Jon Hamm, being forced to take Franklin Covey organization classes at his first job in advertising, his goals for Self Obsessed, his obsession with finding the perfect email system, and the "culty" side of self help. Jeff Grace @jeffgrace Twitter @jeffgrace Instagram Keith McArthur @keithmcarthur TwitterMyInstructionManual.comWinning ResolutionsMy Instruction Manual Podcast Mentioned in this Episode… Franklin Covey PlannerMailstrom or Chuck Email ClientBoomerang Intro Song "Bop Didi Boom" by Michael Sempert. More by him at... WestChannel.com | Michael Sempert on Spotify

Jeff chats with staff writer for The Atlantic and Preventative Medicine M.D., James Hamblin, about his recent articles about Probiotics, The Gut Biome, and recent trends in diet including, Intermittent Fasting, Keto, Veganism, and "eating apples from the top down." Jeff Grace @jeffgrace (Twitter@jeffgrace (Instagram) James Hamblin @jameshamblinThe AtlanticThe Atlantic Article "The Best Probiotics" If Our Bodies Could Talk (Book) If Our Bodies Could Talk (Video Series) Intro Song "Bop Didi Boom" by Michael Sempert WestChannel.com | Michael Sempert on Spotify

Jeroen Kraaijenbrink of Forbes talks about his article "Why Self Help Books Don't Work (And How To Nevertheless Benefit From Them)" and his new "meta self help book" on how to keep social media and information overload from making you "go bananas." Jeff Grace @jeffgrace (Twitter@jeffgrace (Instagram) Jeroen Kraaijenbrink @JKraaijenbrink(Twitter)LinkedInForbes Article "Why Self Help Books Don't Work"Going Bananas (Book) Intro Song "Bop Didi Boom" by Michael Sempert WestChannel.com | Michael Sempert on Spotify

Kristin Wong of The New York Times is back to chat with Jeff about how to negotiate a higher salary whether you are starting at a new company, working freelance, or feel overdue for a raise at your current job. They discuss "anchoring", debate "who should put forth the first number", and why you could lose $500K over a lifetime by not actively negotiating for a higher salary. Jeff Grace @jeffgrace (Twitter@jeffgrace (Instagram) Kristin Wong @TheWildWong (Twitter)@TheWildWong (Instagram)TheWildWong.com Mentioned in this Episode NYTimes by Kristin Wong "A Woman's Guide To Salary Negotiation"GetRichSlowly.org Music by Michael Sempert WestChannel.com | Michael Sempert on Spotify