Alonzo Bodden

Date: 2020-05-01 | Duration: 3h 11m

Category: Comedy

Episode Overview

Alonzo Bodden joins Joe Rogan for a wide-ranging conversation centered primarily on gun culture, personal responsibility, and societal issues. Bodden offers a nuanced perspective on firearms, comparing gun ownership to owning race cars—hobbyist pursuits that require respect and regulation. He critiques current gun laws, advocating for mandatory registration, liability insurance, and training similar to driving regulations. Bodden emphasizes that mass shootings are complex and not easily solved by gun control alone, highlighting the need for honest dialogue rather than partisan arguments. He also touches on the challenges of security and surveillance, particularly in public spaces like airports and hotels, reflecting on the balance between safety and privacy. The discussion shifts to health and lifestyle, where Bodden shares insights on diet, pain management, and the opioid crisis, drawing from personal experiences with injury and medication. He critiques sensationalized health narratives and stresses the importance of common sense in nutrition and wellness. Additionally, Bodden reflects on cultural shifts in comedy and race, referencing legends like Lenny Bruce and the evolving relevance of humor across generations. The episode concludes with anecdotes about music, motorcycles, and the changing landscape of entertainment, offering a candid look at how personal interests intersect with broader social dynamics.

About Alonzo Bodden

Alonzo Bodden is a celebrated stand-up comedian and the winner of Season 3 of "Last Comic Standing," where he showcased his sharp wit and engaging storytelling. With a career spanning over two decades, Alonzo has made a name for himself in the comedy circuit, known for his insightful commentary on social issues, pop culture, and the nuances of everyday life. In addition to his stand-up performances, he hosts the podcast "Who's Paying Attention," where he dives into current events with humor and perspective. Alonzo's unique blend of humor and intellect makes him a compelling voice in the comedy world, captivating audiences with both laughter and thought-provoking discussions.

Key Moments

– Gun Control
– Firearms Legislation
– Terrorism
– Airport Security
– Mental Health and Violence
– Concealed Carry Laws
– Sports Injuries
– Pain Management
– Jazz Music
– Stand-up Comedy
– Racial Issues
– Political Protests
– NFL and Athlete Activism
– Cybersecurity
– Hemp and Sustainability
– Motorcycles
– Hollywood and Film Industry
– Boxing History
– Star Wars Franchise
– Acoustic Attacks
0:00:18 – Discussion on illegal guns and their history
0:05:50 – Defining terror in context of gun violence
0:06:31 – Airport security procedures and global entry
0:08:28 – Privacy concerns in hotels and security checks
0:10:20 – Security camera effectiveness in Las Vegas
0:12:09 – Motivations behind mass shootings
0:14:16 – Comparing gun ownership to car ownership
0:17:30 – Statistics on shootings and mental health
0:20:24 – Police and public perception in gun debates
0:22:58 – Proposal for gun registration and liability insurance
0:24:05 – Australia's response to mass shootings
0:27:38 – Cultural fascination with action heroes like John Wick
0:29:27 – Concealed carry tests and gun safety education
0:31:42 – Political polarization and demonization in gun debates
0:35:22 – Diet and health discussions including sugar and red meat
0:41:34 – Effects of diet on cholesterol and health
0:45:24 – Comparing Five Guys and In-N-Out burger chains
0:47:03 – Discussion of Tom Petty and celebrity health
0:49:18 – Boxing techniques and notable fighters
0:53:10 – O.J. Simpson's public perception post-trial
0:56:49 – Motorcycle preferences and features
1:01:41 – Music preferences focusing on jazz
1:04:52 – Lenny Bruce's impact on comedy and culture
1:08:30 – Cedric the Entertainer's background and influence
1:11:39 – Anthony Bourdain's show and addiction discussion
1:14:19 – Painkiller prescriptions and opioid caution
1:19:43 – Sports injuries and joint health
1:21:30 – Financial investment in professional athletes
1:25:52 – NFL players' protests and social activism
1:29:03 – Antifa protests and campus free speech
1:31:36 – Political commentary on Trump and Obama
1:34:07 – National anthem protests and public reaction
1:43:16 – NFLPA data breach and cybersecurity concerns
1:47:16 – Media bias and mass shooting narratives
2:00:00 – Marvin Hagler boxing match controversies
2:04:24 – Star Wars franchise business and licensing
2:16:45 – Hemp fiber properties and sustainability
2:28:03 – Acoustic attacks on U.S. diplomats in Cuba

Transcript Excerpt

Starting point is 00:00:00 One. Hello, Alonzo Bowden. Joe, I am negative. I know, but you're positive. I'm positive. I'm a positive person. Life is good, but the test is negative. Which, that's always what you want to hear after a medical test. Starting point is 00:00:15 Yeah, basically. The test is negative. I'm trying to think, is there any one where you want to hear the results were positive? I think you always want to hear, yeah, this one came up negative. Yeah, how come no diseases ever make us better? There's not a disease that's like a Marvel comic book where you catch it. Yeah. Starting point is 00:00:32 How come I can't get hit with gamma radiation? Right. Like, look what happened to the Hulk and Spider-Man. Every time I get mad at somebody, just Hulk out. But, you know, they never show, like, everyday things with the Hulk. Like, suppose he's in a car. Right? Now your car, the Hulk just grew, tore up your car. Now hello State Farm. Starting point is 00:00:48 Yeah, you're not going to believe what just happened to my car. Yeah, the concept of the Hulk that's on all the time annoys the shit out of me. You know that he's the Hulk now constantly 24 hours a day? Yeah, yeah. And then he's smart? Right, the intelligent Hulk. Come on. So he's Bruce Banner all the time. Starting point is 00:01:04 He's Bruce Banner, but he's also the Hulk. I am. Fuck. We were talking about reading, which is what I'm doing now. And I got this book. It's like 10 years of the Hulk. It's like 1,000 pages of Hulk comics. A 10-year run. Starting point is 00:01:20 And the story is, it's great. It's the gray Hulk who was smart But not like the movie one, but he was smarter than a regular one And he really he would only change at night like a vampire like a werewolf. Yeah, so it's like hey This is just how much free time I have Joe They probably missed Mark Ruffalo's acting he's such a good actor Yeah, they didn't have enough room for him to just I mean There's so many people in that movie r...

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