Under Duress

About Under Duress

Look, the world’s falling apart. We're just trying to funny about it. Join Adam Tull (@tizull) (https://x.com/tizull) & Amber Champagne (@ambergoesoff) (https://x.com/ambergoesoff)multiple times a week as they tackle the internet’s dumbest news, pop culture chaos, and human behavior that belongs in the group chat with way too many opinions, zero expertise, and unfiltered, reckless honesty. Equal parts satire, social commentary, and “did they really just say that?” Expect segments like Consent-ish (gray areas no one asked for), fake weather reports, WWAD / WWTD (terrible advice from two people you shouldn’t ask), "Not the News" and whatever else we come up with while we're held here under duress. We don’t have credentials, but we do have microphones. And if Amber says she’s “pretty tullish on” something well… you should probably put your betting hats on. But seriously, don't take anything we say as financial, professional, medical, legal or any other kind of advice. That would just be silly. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/under-duress--6714370/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/under-duress--6714370/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).

Publisher

Adam Tull & Amber Champagne

Category

comedy · news · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

26 Aug 2025

Latest episode

15 Oct 2025

Latest episodes

12 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   15 Oct 2025

   Driving in Boston at Night, Love Is Blind S9 Hot Takes & Why The Office Still Wins | Ep. 13

   Buckle up — it’s chaos under control in Episode 13 of Under Duress. Amber and Tull spiral from surviving Boston traffic at night (a horror film in itself) into red flags, Love Is Blind Season 9 hot takes, and why Seth Rogen might secretly be the creative genius of our time. We get real about: 🚗 Boston drivers & invisible red flags 🎬 The Studio, Seth Rogen, & how Brian Cranston mastered Breaking Bad 💘 Relationship expectations vs. real life 💨 Getting too high and trying to act normal 💸 Health insurance scams & why money doesn’t impress us 💡 Character development, Lil Wayne lyrics, Bitcoin rugs, & a surprise Ask Amber It’s unfiltered, funny, and painfully relatable — part pop-culture breakdown, part therapy session, all Under Duress. 🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts or watch the chaos on YouTube. Follow & Support IG/X: @ambergoesoff @tizull & @underduresspod Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/under-duress--6714370/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/under-duress--6714370/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).

2. 

   14 Oct 2025

   Cancel Culture Robots, Parenthood, Taylor Swift Power Moves & Old-School Music | Ep. 11

   In Under Duress Ep 11, Amber & Tull unleash on cancel culture, the Netflix “they-them robot” controversy, and the fierce righteousness of modern life. We debate the Taylor Swift / Travis Kelce dynamic, and how Swift seems to be running the NFL (or at least influencing it). We also dive into Gen Z’s love for old music, their unexpected obsession with nostalgia, and why they’re digging into the classics. I share how my computer was already struggling (pre-Adobe meltdown), and we riff on Uniqlo’s dystopian self-checkout, the persistence of energy beyond death, and the real story behind the national debt — who we owe and why it’s all smoke and mirrors. Rounding it out: the internet hype over haunted DALL·E TikTok unboxings, navigating friendships as we age, the genius of Silicon Valley (the show), Taylor Swift reaction culture, and a ridiculous thought experiment: doing Billy on the Street with a TalkBoy from Home Alone. Also: the brutal truth that stand-up comedy isn’t for everyone. If your ears crave wild takes on culture, politics, and the absurdity of modern life — you’re home. Follow / Subscribe / Support Instagram / X: @tizull @ambergoesoff & @underduresspod Support the show: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/under-duress--6714370/support Topics covered: cancel culture, Taylor Swift Travis Kelce, Gen Z old music, haunted DALL·E, moral righteousness, national debt, Uniqlo dystopia, stand up comedy truth, pop culture podcast

3. 

   14 Oct 2025

   Adobe Bloat, Eric Adams Meltdown, Gilmore Girls Doc & Theo Vaughn | Ep. 12

   In Under Duress Ep 12, Amber Champagne & Adam Tull go off on everything from the absurdity of Adobe software hogging hard drive space in 2026 to Eric Adams’ meltdown in the NYC mayoral race. We dive into Ken Jennings and Jeopardy, business and tech failures, “weak vision,” and why boring is the new norm. We also chat about the upcoming Gilmore Girls documentary, Theo Vaughn’s Netflix special and his American-made business list, and whether he’ll reshoot. Then we turn to Denver, the sex conference Tal went to, and the corporatization of culture. Of course, we can’t ignore LSD & hallucinogens as a final detour before we wrap. 🔥 If you love no-filter takes on pop culture, politics, tech, and the state of being human, this is your episode. Don’t forget to like, comment your hot take, and subscribe so you never miss Under Duress. Follow / Subscribe / Support Instagram / X: @tizull @ambergoesoff & @underduresspod Support the show: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/under-duress--6714370/support Topics covered: Adobe storage, Eric Adams NY mayor, Theo Vaughn Netflix, Gilmore Girls doc, LSD talk, Jeopardy Ken Jennings, business & tech failures, pop culture commentary, culture criticism podcast

4. 

   26 Sept 2025

   Corporate Interviews, Vanguard & Crypto, Tylenol Autism Debate, Elon Dreams & More | Ep. 10

   In Episode 10 of Under Duress, we dive into the madness of modern life—no filters, no fluff. From the absurdity of the corporate interview process and endless password resets, to the Vanguard and crypto rabbit hole, we unpack the waste and the hype. We also tackle the Tylenol–autism lawsuit controversy, political psychosis, and a dream cameo featuring Elon Musk. Other hot takes include: Starbucks store closures & layoffs Amazon’s $2.5B settlement Why boosting posts is a scam Government shutdown drama Internet’s obsession with bad movies Runner’s mindset & near-death experiences Weak handshakes and fragile egos Whether it’s corporate dysfunction or cultural absurdity, we’re here to call it out. 👉 Subscribe to Under Duress for raw commentary on politics, pop culture, business, and the human circus. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/under-duress--6714370/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/under-duress--6714370/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).

5. 

   24 Sept 2025

   Jimmy Kimmel’s Return, Rapture Regret, Anti-Health America & Billionaire Hot Takes | Ep. 9

   In Ep. 9 of Under Duress, we dive into Jimmy Kimmel’s fast return, rapture regret, and why America is anti-health. Plus: Reddit chaos, Amber’s scary Halifax story, Robert Irwin on Dancing with the Stars, Tull trolling The Office, a Diddy/Epstein detour, Spinal Tap 2, and a spicy billionaire take. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/under-duress--6714370/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/under-duress--6714370/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).

6. 

   23 Sept 2025

   Rapture Talk, Free Speech Battles & Why We Can’t Talk About Sex | Ep. 8

   In Episode 8 of UnderDuress, we go full throttle through today’s chaos and curiosities: Rapture talk & end-times vibes – what’s real, what’s hype Jimmy Kimmel, comedy & free speech – when jokes collide with cancel culture Politics gone wild – left vs. right and the psychosis of it all The intimacy gap – why so many couples can’t talk about sex, and why that’s dangerous Reality TV rewind – Married at First Sight Season 14 recap New show spotlight – Good Sex with a real therapist Behind the scenes drama – StreamYard literally kicked us out mid-show (but we survived live) Coffee expertise & IRL friendship – how caffeine and connection keep us sane It’s raw, real, unfiltered, and maybe a little too honest—but that’s how we roll. 👉 Subscribe so you don’t miss the next episode, and drop a comment with your hottest take on free speech, intimacy, or reality TV. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/under-duress--6714370/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/under-duress--6714370/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).

7. 

   17 Sept 2025

   TikTok Takeover, Emmy Chaos & Colbert Fired | Ep. 7

   This week on Under Duress we dive into: Oracle’s TikTok takeover and government monitoring, the Emmys’ chaotic speeches and Glambot moments, Hollywood piling on Nate Bargatze, and why Stephen Colbert’s firing was actually great. We also cover Tyson Foods’ fake “quality” push, Publisher’s Clearing House going bankrupt, VCs ignoring women-led businesses, and how Bitcoin may be a government rug. Plus: sunsets, freedom of speech, Tull’s Appalachian Trail trek, Married at First Sight drama, and his upcoming masquerade ball adventure. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/under-duress--6714370/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/under-duress--6714370/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).

8. 

   17 Sept 2025

   Viagra Drinks, Charlie Kirk Murder, Reality TV Chaos & Corporate Absurdity | Ep. 6

   This week’s Under Duress is a wild ride through viral headlines, internet madness, and the absurdity of modern life. From a drink spiked with Viagra and Reddit’s strangest corners, to Married at First Sight throwbacks, breakdancing at a town meeting, job-hunt nightmares, and why corporate meetings feel like bad theater — we cover it all with humor, honesty, and zero filter. 👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes on pop culture, internet chaos, and everyday survival in a bizarre world. #Podcast #UnderDuress #ComedyPodcast #PopCulture Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/under-duress--6714370/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/under-duress--6714370/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).

9. 

   10 Sept 2025

   Student Loans, Weird VMA Speeches & Amazon’s Robotic Future | Ep. 5

   In Episode 5, we dive into student loans, politics as a mind virus, weird VMA speeches, Amazon’s robotic future, marriage, AI, NFL food horrors, comedy’s rise (Kill Tony, Ricky Gervais, Nate Bargatze), Japan’s gene research, cancer breakthroughs, high-speed rail, Hollywood being out of touch, the state of higher ed, health, gluttony, remote work, and why people support things that don’t support them. It’s messy, funny, and totally Under Duress. Thanks for suffering with us. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/under-duress--6714370/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/under-duress--6714370/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).

10. 

    10 Sept 2025

    Ask Amber, Naked Attraction Chaos & Philly Baseball Karen | Ep. 4

    In Episode 4 of Under Duress, we debut our new game “Ask Amber” and spiral into chaos: Naked Attraction (the worst reality TV show?), the state of interviews and work culture, small biz vs. Amazon/Walmart, the viral Philly baseball Karen, a resurfaced Banksy mural, IRS scammers, social media fatigue, AI’s future, and of course, Lady Gaga’s powerhouse vocals. It’s messy, hilarious, and absolutely Under Duress. Thanks for suffering with us. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/under-duress--6714370/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/under-duress--6714370/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).

11. 

    26 Aug 2025

    Reddit Chaos, ENM Debates & Cracker Barrel Drama | Ep. 2

    Another week, another spiral. This episode we debut our fancy new Reddit segment intro, get into ENM, and side-eye the new Cracker Barrel logo. Along the way, we argue about identity, rant about the job landscape, roast carnivore dieters, and generally make sense of nothing at all. It’s messy, it’s funny, and it’s very much Under Duress. Thanks for suffering with us. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/under-duress--6714370/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/under-duress--6714370/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).

12. 

    26 Aug 2025

    Bama Rush Tok, Taylor Swift Hot Takes & Reddit Chaos | Ep. 1

    Welcome to the chaos. In our debut episode, we spiral through the world of Bama Rush Tok, rant about why winter is the worst, unpack some questionable Taylor Swift hot takes, dive into charities gone wrong, and wander down the strange rabbit holes of Reddit. It’s unfiltered, a little unhinged, and absolutely Under Duress. Thanks for suffering with us. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/under-duress--6714370/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/under-duress--6714370/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).

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