Dimorphous Expression w/ Are You Garbage?

Summary of Dimorphous Expression w/ Are You Garbage?

by Bobby Lee & Andrew Santino

1h 23m•October 6, 2025
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Summary — Dimorphous Expression w/ Are You Garbage?

Hosts: Bobby Lee & Andrew Santino
Guest: Kevin Ryan H. Foley (Are You Garbage? / RU Garbage)

Overview

A wide-ranging, free-form conversation blending stand‑up comedy banter, personal stories, industry anecdotes, and topical tangents. The episode features touring and show promotions, a personal medical anecdote (blepharitis), reflections on mental health in comedy (concern for Theo Vaughn), nostalgia about comedians/album art, conversations about drugs/weight‑loss meds, and an interview with Kevin Foley of the RU Garbage podcast/brand. Multiple sponsor reads are interspersed.

Key points & main takeaways

  • Personal health story: Bobby Lee describes a painful eye infection (blepharitis), his urgent‑care visit, and alarmist doctor warnings (infection spreading to brain). The segment segues into “danger triangle of the face” information: infections near the nose can, in rare cases, lead to serious complications.
  • Mental health in comedy: Hosts express concern for fellow comedian Theo Vaughn after a viral clip suggesting suicidal thoughts. Both hosts emphasize that comics can struggle with real clinical depression and stress the importance of checking on friends and offering support.
  • Touring life + anecdotes:
    • Both hosts and guest discuss touring logistics (bus vs. van), comic life on the road, bombing in front of celebrities (e.g., Anthony Kiedis, Chris Rock), falling off bunks (Bobby’s real fall and stitches), and the unreliability / hardship of certain gigs.
    • RU Garbage talks about their “Back on the Block” tour and Patreon content; tickets at rugarbage.com.
  • Weight management medications: conversation about Ozempic and Zepbound (tirzepatide). Hosts and guest share personal experiences and side effects (nausea, constipation), and results (significant weight loss reported by some).
  • Demorphous expression: a concept mentioned/defined — displaying two contradictory expressions in response to an intense emotion (e.g., laughing when you want to cry).
  • Nostalgia & culture: longform riffs on comedians (Chris Farley, John Candy), controversial album covers (Pusha T’s Daytona, Beatles’ Yesterday and Today), and comedy community camaraderie.
  • Sponsors: multiple integrated ad reads (SimplySafe, Kachava, ZocDoc, ShipStation, Cash App, Avocado Green Mattress, etc.).

Notable quotes & insights

  • Doctor to Bobby (paraphrase): “If it spreads, it can go to your brain... and you can die.” (Highlights how medical professionals sometimes present worst‑case possibilities.)
  • On mental health/public perception: “People don't know that some of us suffer from actual real clinical shit.” — a candid remark emphasizing that public success doesn’t preclude serious mental health struggles.
  • Demorphous expression (definition given): “Displaying two contradictory expressions or actions in response to a single intense emotion, such as crying when happy.”

Topics discussed (high‑level)

  • Medical/health: blepharitis, “danger triangle” of the face, morphine experiences, opioid potency (carfentanil), assisted suicide/living funerals.
  • Mental health and suicide: concern for a fellow comic (Theo Vaughn), clinical depression in the comedy community.
  • Comedy craft & industry: bombing stories, performing at benefit shows, celebrity audiences, touring logistics (bus vs van), opening acts, special recordings.
  • Pop culture & nostalgia: album covers, Chris Farley/John Candy, Paul Thomas Anderson films, current TV (Jason Bateman/Jude Law).
  • Weight‑loss drugs and side effects: Ozempic vs. Zepbound (tirzepatide), results and adverse effects.
  • Relationships and religion: rapture discussion, church attendance, dating life.
  • Adoption, parenting, fertility topics (briefly).
  • Adult topics: sexual jokes, porn humour — recurring comedic content.

Action items / recommendations (as discussed on the show)

  • If you have a suspicious eye infection: seek medical attention (they used urgent care and ZocDoc to find providers).
  • If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts or severe depression: reach out to friends/family and professional resources — check on people, offer availability and help.
  • Touring/comedy professionals: prepare for tough gigs (benefits are hard for stand‑up), consider logistics (bus vs. van) and crew selection.
  • For those considering GLP‑1/Tirzepatide weight‑loss medications: consult a physician about benefits, side effects and suitability (nausea, constipation, fatigue are common).
  • For home safety and services mentioned: sponsors offered solutions (home security, nutrition shakes, booking doctors, shipping solutions). Use trusted channels and consult product sites directly.

Guest / show plugs

  • RU Garbage (Kevin Foley): podcast / live tour ("Back on the Block Tour"); info and tickets at rugarbage.com. They also have Patreon-exclusive content and a Route 66 special with half-hour specials for each host.

Tone & audience fit

  • The episode is conversational, often crude and improvisational — typical of two veteran comedians riffing. It mixes genuine concern (mental health) with irreverent humor and adult topics; suitable for listeners who enjoy unscripted comedy podcasts and candid backstage stories.

If you want:

  • A one‑paragraph synopsis for social media.
  • Time‑stamped highlights of the funniest or most serious moments.
  • A short list of sponsor promo codes and where to find them.