Hullabaloo Podcast
Claim This Podcastby Nikolai Phalen
Podcast Overview
<p>We come bearing electrifying news! We're here today to announce Hullabaloo: A cross-generational media consumption podcast from us, <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/its.k0lya/" target="_blank">@its.k0lya</a> and <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/beyondborderswithchad/" target="_blank">@beyondborderswithchad</a>.<br /><br />We have been working towards its launch since the beginning of fall and there is a lot we have to share with you! For a little background, we're well aware that the podcast space is bloated, but we are really confident that we have something special.<br /><br />Both of us, Chad and Nikolai, are members of the LGBTQIA community from two different races and two different generations with an incredible friendship. As writing partners of many years with a great mutual appreciation for art, literature, music, and film, we realized that instead of just a book club or movie night podcast, or a podcast only exploring the generational divide, we would use media and our consumption of it as a way of understanding the unique perspectives we each hold and share.<br /><br />The media is a bridge between Generation X and Generation Z—and by the way, all the stuff we consume is KUNT!<br /><br />What you have to look forward to in upcoming episodes:<br /><br />Texas Chainsaw Massacre<br /><br />Rob Reiner and Being Charlie<br /><br />Tokyo Story<br /><br />A political podcast about the current American administration (Not a Fan!)<br /><br />Jonathan Livingston Seagull<br /><br />Rosalía's Lux<br /><br />Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown<br /><br />The Birdcage<br /><br />The Joy Luck Club<br /><br />Beach Boys — Pet Sounds<br /><br />Ordinary People<br /><br />Personal story episodes about bad bosses<br /><br />Personal story episodes about travel experiences and culture<br /><br />Kathy Griffin and Friends<br /><br />Joan Didion's The White Album<br /><br />And much, much more!<br /><br />So without further ado, from us to you, it's Hullabaloo.<br /><br />First episode drops February 11th. See you then!<br /><br />Artwork from <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/mariiiinamares/" target="_blank">@mariiiinamares</a><br /><br />Follow us: Instagram: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/HullabalooPodcast/" target="_blank">@HullabalooPodcast</a> TikTok: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/hullabaloopodcast/" target="_blank">@hullabaloopodcast</a></p>
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2/26/2026
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Recent Episodes
July 3, 2026
Why Society Treated Brokeback Mountain Like a Joke | Ep 17
<p><b>Brokeback Mountain, Coming Out, & Pride (with Chad & Nikolai) | Ep 26</b></p><p>In this special Pride episode, we bridge the generational gap between Gen X and Gen Z gay culture by revisiting the cultural impact of <i>Brokeback Mountain</i>. We discuss the horrific realities of gay bashing and the Matthew Shepard case, debate whether the concept of "coming out of the closet" places an unfair burden on the LGBTQ+ community, and analyze the purposeful ambiguity of the film's tragic ending.<br /></p><p><b>Chapter Timestamps:</b><br />00:00 - Disclaimers on explicit verbiage and the reality of gay bashing<br />31:46 - The systemic homophobia and apathy of the 1980s, 90s, and post-9/11 era<br />37:39 - Why "coming out of the closet" is an unfair expectation for queer people<br />56:04 - How Brokeback Mountain was reduced to a punchline in the 2000s<br />1:01:44 - The debate over Jack's death and Anne Hathaway's character<br />1:08:50 - Jake Gyllenhaal’s humility on set and avoiding the celebrity ego trip<br /></p><p><b>If you liked this, listen to our deep dive on:</b> <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aWOfhMcXcko" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aWOfhMcXcko</a><br /><br />#BrokebackMountain #QueerCinema #QueerCulture #GenerationalGap</p>
June 19, 2026
Why Nina Simone Was Denied Greatness | Ep 15
<p><b>The Tragic Reality of Nina Simone & Juneteenth (with Rise Cornelius) | Ep 15</b><br /></p><p>In this episode, we bridge the generational gap between Gen X and Gen Z by analyzing the legacy of Nina Simone and the ongoing realities of systemic racism. Joined by our first guest, Rise Cornelius, we break down how Nina Simone was unjustly denied entry into the Curtis Institute despite her classical brilliance. We discuss the deep exhaustion that comes with being a Black woman navigating white spaces, the gentrification of cultural hubs from California to Berlin, and the uncomfortable work required to practice true anti-racism today.<br /></p><p><b>Chapter Timestamps:</b><br />00:00 - How gentrification ruined the cultural authenticity of Denver and San Diego<br />15:17 - The tragic reality of Nina Simone's classical music rejection<br />35:58 - Rise Cornelius details her experience with systemic police escalation in Berlin<br />42:11 - How Gen X white men started unlearning racism after George Floyd<br />49:09 - The hidden racial context behind Nina Simone's "The Other Woman"<br />1:00:33 - What Juneteenth actually means to a Black woman living in Europe<br />1:20:02 - The first step white people must take to actively practice anti-racism<br /><br />#NinaSimone #Juneteenth #GenerationalGap #LGBTQHistory #QueerCulture #LGBTQMedia #GayPodcasters #PopCultureReview #GenerationalGap #ChadChurch #NikolaiPhalen #HullabalooPodcast #racism #blacklivesmatter<br /></p><p><b>If you liked this, listen to our deep dive on:</b> <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://youtu.be/DCASbBCd4E0?si=mBL-sGfQsIYLQYQW" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/DCASbBCd4E0?si=mBL-sGfQsIYLQYQW</a><br /></p>
June 3, 2026
Kathy Griffin Threw the First Brick at Trump Wall| Comedy & Culture | Hullabaloo
<p>This episode is a deep dive into Kathy Griffin’s comedy legacy, her rise as a D-List icon, her controversial Trump photo scandal, and why her cultural impact has only grown stronger with time.</p><p>Nikolai and Chad break down Kathy Griffin’s specials, her connection to Joan Rivers, and why she remains one of the most important “filterless truth-tellers” in modern comedy and pop culture.</p><p>But it doesn’t stop there.</p><p>The episode also explores chaotic modern pop culture moments, including a surreal encounter with Timothée Chalamet, a fake Instagram catfish situation, and a debate on <i>Call Me By Your Name</i>, queer representation, and generational perspectives on LGBTQ media.</p><p>We also discuss Candace Owens, cultural outrage cycles, and why certain voices stay relevant even when the internet tries to erase them.</p><p>Topics include:<br />Kathy Griffin D-List era<br />Trump photo controversy<br />Joan Rivers & female comedy legacy<br />Timothée Chalamet stories<br />Call Me By Your Name analysis<br />Queer culture & generational gaps<br />Cancel culture & cultural memory</p><p>Subscribe for new episodes weekly.</p><p>Hullabaloo, chaotic, honest, and unfiltered cultural commentary.<br /><br /><b>0:00 — Hullabaloo intro & podcast origin story explained<br /></b> <b>0:52 — Kathy Griffin vs Kathy Lee Gifford confusion + Gen X smoking culture nostalgia<br /></b> <b>1:40 — Gen X childhood: drinking from garden hoses & survival memories<br /></b> <b>2:31 — NYC rent crisis, Evian culture & Gen Z healthcare frustrations<br /></b> <b>4:48 — Viral TikTok gay couple story that triggered Gen Z emotional spiral<br /></b> <b>6:17 — LGBTQ community impact on Nikolai’s personal identity & growth<br /></b> <b>8:45 — Call Me By Your Name analysis: queer coding vs “diva culture” debate<br /></b> <b>10:36 — Luca Guadagnino refuses to label Call Me By Your Name as gay film<br /></b> <b>11:22 — Chad’s Italy retirement fantasy & artistic pottery lifestyle discussion<br /></b> <b>13:58 — Call Me By Your Name age gap controversy explained (ethical debate)<br /></b> <b>17:20 — Joyce Carol Oates, taboo storytelling & what defines good writing<br /></b> <b>19:27 — Timothée Chalamet encounter at Metrograph film premiere (storytime)<br /></b> <b>22:08 — Fake Timothée Chalamet Instagram catfish story & emotional fallout<br /></b> <b>26:01 — Kathy Griffin retrospective begins: D-List era explained<br /></b> <b>28:19 — Kathy Griffin’s impact on gay culture & LGBTQ fanbase loyalty<br /></b> <b>29:34 — Candace Owens analysis: “broken clock” cultural debate discussion<br /></b> <b>36:10 — Kathy Griffin D-List era explained & career positioning in comedy history<br /></b> <b>38:00 — Why Kathy Griffin’s comedy became more important over time (cultural shift)<br /></b> <b>40:24 — Kathy Griffin “It’s a Hell of a Story” Trump photo controversy breakdown<br /></b> <b>42:50 — Anderson Cooper & celebrity abandonment during Kathy Griffin backlash<br /></b> <b>44:42 — Hollywood blacklist, no-fly list rumor & industry consequences explained<br /></b> <b>45:21 — “She threw the first brick at Stonewall” cultural statement explained<br /></b> <b>47:35 — Would Kathy Griffin survive in today’s cancel culture? modern comparison<br /></b> <b>49:03 — Role of filterless truth-tellers in modern media & culture influence<br /></b> <b>50:44 — Final ratings: Kathy Griffin retrospective review (5 stars, no notes)<br /></b> <b>51:11 — Kathy Griffin “My Life on the PTSD List” YouTube special recommendation</b><br /><br />#KathyGriffin #ComedyPodcast #PopCulturePodcast #Hulabaloo #JoanRivers #CallMeByYourName #TimotheeChalamet #LGBTQPodcast #StandUpComedy</p><p><br /></p>
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- What is Hullabaloo Podcast?
<p>We come bearing electrifying news! We're here today to announce Hullabaloo: A cross-generational media consumption podcast from us, <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/its.k0lya/" target="_blank">@its.k0lya</a> and <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/beyondborderswithchad/" target="_blank">@beyondborderswithchad</a>.<br /><br />We have been working towards its launch since the beginning of fall and there is a lot we have to share with you! For a little background, we're well aware that the podcast space is bloated, but we are really confident that we have something special.<br /><br />Both of us, Chad and Nikolai, are members of the LGBTQIA community from two different races and two different generations with an incredible friendship. As writing partners of many years with a great mutual appreciation for art, literature, music, and film, we realized that instead of just a book club or movie night podcast, or a podcast only exploring the generational divide, we would use media and our consumption of it as a way of understanding the unique perspectives we each hold and share.<br /><br />The media is a bridge between Generation X and Generation Z—and by the way, all the stuff we consume is KUNT!<br /><br />What you have to look forward to in upcoming episodes:<br /><br />Texas Chainsaw Massacre<br /><br />Rob Reiner and Being Charlie<br /><br />Tokyo Story<br /><br />A political podcast about the current American administration (Not a Fan!)<br /><br />Jonathan Livingston Seagull<br /><br />Rosalía's Lux<br /><br />Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown<br /><br />The Birdcage<br /><br />The Joy Luck Club<br /><br />Beach Boys — Pet Sounds<br /><br />Ordinary People<br /><br />Personal story episodes about bad bosses<br /><br />Personal story episodes about travel experiences and culture<br /><br />Kathy Griffin and Friends<br /><br />Joan Didion's The White Album<br /><br />And much, much more!<br /><br />So without further ado, from us to you, it's Hullabaloo.<br /><br />First episode drops February 11th. See you then!<br /><br />Artwork from <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/mariiiinamares/" target="_blank">@mariiiinamares</a><br /><br />Follow us: Instagram: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/HullabalooPodcast/" target="_blank">@HullabalooPodcast</a> TikTok: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/hullabaloopodcast/" target="_blank">@hullabaloopodcast</a></p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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