Joey Diaz

Date: 2011-03-31 | Duration: 52m

Category: Comedy, Paranormal & Conspiracy

Episode Overview

Joey Diaz dives into a wide-ranging conversation that touches on conspiracy theories, government bunkers, and the culture of survivalism, sharing his skepticism about underground shelters and the misinformation surrounding them. He reflects on the paranoia that has built up around places like NORAD and the Cold War-era fallout shelters, emphasizing how people often get caught up in wild theories without understanding the full picture. Diaz’s candid storytelling highlights the absurdity of some survivalist mentalities while also acknowledging the real fears that drive them. The discussion shifts to Diaz’s experiences with drug culture and law enforcement, particularly focusing on the complexities of the drug trade in Mexico and the U.S. He offers insights into the violent realities of cartels and the phrase “plomo o plata” (silver or lead), illustrating how power and fear operate in those environments. Diaz also recounts moments from his personal life, including encounters with people affected by mental disabilities, offering a raw and empathetic perspective on their struggles. Throughout, his humor and blunt honesty create a vivid portrait of life’s darker edges, blending personal anecdotes with sharp social commentary.

About Joey Diaz

Joey Diaz is a stand-up comedian and podcaster known for his unfiltered, storytelling-heavy comedy style that draws from his turbulent past. He's built a career sharing wild anecdotes about his life, including his struggles with the criminal justice system and substance abuse during his younger years in Boulder, Colorado. His appeal lies in his ability to blend humor with genuine reflection on his past mistakes while discussing everything from combat sports to current events with candid, no-holds-barred commentary.

Key Moments

– Conspiracy Theories
– Survival Bunkers
– Radiation Exposure
– U.S. Intelligence Operations
– Martial Arts
– Drug Decriminalization
– Autism and Disabilities
– Immigration
– American Patriotism
– Political Corruption
– Financial Bailouts
– Crime and Violence
– Medellin Cartel
– Mexican Drug Cartels
– Scarface Film
– Work Ethic
– Real Estate
– Marijuana Culture
0:00:00 – Discussion on Orange County and Colorado demographics
0:00:50 – Subterranean tunnel system conspiracy theories
0:02:07 – Description of a massive bunker construction
0:04:52 – Vitamin C and Tang in survival shelters
0:07:07 – Mention of Osama Bin Laden and CIA in Libya
0:08:58 – Martial arts enthusiasm and bomb technology
0:11:38 – U.S. motives for taking over countries
0:12:23 – Mexico's drug decriminalization policy
0:14:41 – Life and culture in remote wooded areas
0:15:21 – Concerns about overpopulation
0:17:38 – Real estate and relocating to Texas
0:18:50 – Weed dispensaries and culture in Boulder
0:20:24 – Quality of marijuana in Oregon
0:21:58 – Physical strength and behavior of special needs children
0:23:34 – Challenges faced by people with mental impairments
0:27:01 – Immigrant work ethic in America
0:29:45 – Scarface movie scene and symbolism of the flag
0:32:20 – Alex Jones and political manipulation
0:35:02 – Regulators and financial corruption
0:37:21 – Bank bonuses and lack of accountability
0:39:07 – Corruption in city government
0:40:24 – Violence and crime in movies and real life
0:43:41 – Carlos Lader and cartel surveillance
0:45:26 – Reference to Cocaine Cowboys documentary
0:46:42 – Cartel violence and debt enforcement
0:47:30 – Mexican cartel phrase 'plomo o plata' explained
0:48:42 – Personal story from December 1984

Transcript Excerpt

Starting point is 00:00:00 Get out of Orange County. Starting point is 00:00:10 There's too many fucking momos in Colorado. Starting point is 00:00:25 Bunch of fucking boozers up there. Starting point is 00:00:38 Gunderson. Starting point is 00:00:50 And so there's all this thought that there's some sort of subterranean tunnel system. Starting point is 00:01:04 Nobody said nothing. Starting point is 00:01:19 too stupid to even know what a conspiracy theory is. Starting point is 00:01:35 threshold. Well, Norad is there, so there's got to be some Starting point is 00:01:48 That's what they call it. Starting point is 00:01:56 It used to be 25 minutes. Starting point is 00:02:07 They built this monster to just, you know, Starting point is 00:02:23 So if you got to make a left, Starting point is 00:02:37 That's the thing about that. Starting point is 00:02:55 Like one guy's got a fucking gas mask on with a giant sword. Starting point is 00:03:11 Do you think you're putting the two together? Starting point is 00:03:28 except the people Starting point is 00:03:37 out in these shelters, Starting point is 00:03:46 bunker thing. It's out in the middle of fucking Starting point is 00:04:02 They'd taken this fucking tour of these Starting point is 00:04:16 Listen, just live your fucking life. Starting point is 00:04:36 After 1960, those Starting point is 00:04:52 we can come out and we got vitamin C from the fucking Tang. Starting point is 00:05:04 They're lying to the people just like everything else. They're lying Starting point is 00:05:29 and eggs. God bless them. There's radiation in Florida Starting point is 00:05:45 Fucking nasty radiation. Starting point is 00:05:55 They're oiled up. Starting point is 00:06:06 than what they're saying. Starting point is 00:06:13 with six fucking eyes Starting point is 00:06:19 Maybe that's 2012. Starting point is 00:06:31 They can pretty much live through anything. Starting point is 00:06:42 Let's see what's up. Starting point is 00:06:...

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