The Last Show with David Cooper

The Last Show with David Cooper

Welcome to The Last Show with David Cooper, where sanity takes a backseat and laughter rides shotgun. Join David and his UK partner-in-chaos Tony Five as they hurtle through a landscape of relationships, conspiracies, and raw confessions—where stand-up comedy crashes head-first into group therapy. From alien encounters to dating disasters, no topic is sacred. David's explosive energy and Tony's sharp insights create a mix of comedy and catharsis that'll leave you questioning everything – especially your life choices. Featuring an eclectic mix of guests, The Last Show is your weeknight escape into pure, unfiltered madness. It's magnetic, it's addictive, and it just might change your life. Tune in and let your mind be blown. But remember: what happens on The Last Show, stays on The Last Show... unless it goes viral. New episodes five days a week. No promises. Call or text anytime! (toll free in USA and Canada) or text (message and data rates may apply from your carrier; we do not charge for text messages): 1-888-505-6644 Follow The Last Show with David Cooper: https://www.tiktok.com/@lastshow.pizza https://www.instagram.com/lastshow.pizza https://www.youtube.com/@LastShowWithDavidCooper https://x.com/lastshowpizza

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January 27, 2026 87 mins
Media personality Caitlin Green touches on pop culture topics: Climber dad Alex Honnold successfully scales 101-story building without ropes or harnesses; Heated Rivalry stars Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie carry the Olympic torch in Italy; and The 2026 Oscar nominations. (Hear Caitlin co-hosting The Jann Arden Podcast.) Cognitive science professor Sam Johnson shares research revealing how dread shapes your decision-making. Wri...
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A podcast-only special of The Last Show with science man, bat biologist, and generally affable individual Dan Riskin. Dan sits down at David's apartment in New York to tape The Science Appliance. Dan recounts his recent travels to Australia heavily featuring a most terrifying 'spider car' – and it's worse than you think. After that, Dan covers the following science news stories: Study shows orange pigments in redheads prevent ...
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Human-computer interaction researcher ⁠Steve Rathje⁠ explains how ⁠sycophantic AI chatbots can inflate your perceptions that you're better than average⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Based on her study of friendship, sociology professor ⁠Janice McCabe⁠ reveals ⁠how you make lasting friendships⁠. Check out Janice's book Making, Keeping, and Losing Friends here⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Therapist ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Laurel van der Toorn⁠ and David dig into ⁠a young woman's dilemma where her mother demanded to see her finances⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Science communicator and astrophysicist ⁠Jesse Rogerson⁠ brings us news stories from the science world: NASA's Artemis 2 moon rocket is on the launch pad⁠; Astronauts splash down to Earth after medical evacuation from space station⁠; Scientists tried to spread the flu, only to discover something unexpected⁠; Gigantic wave in the Pacific (Specific?) was the most extreme 'rogue wave' on record⁠; and Mosquitoes ar...
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Professor of management ⁠Peter Cappelli⁠ shares details of ⁠his study showing how overlooked workplace slights can carry real costs⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Science communicator and astrophysicist Jesse Rogerson brings us news stories from the science world: NASA's Artemis 2 moon rocket is on the launch pad; Astronauts splash down to Earth after medical evacuation from space station; Scientists tried to spread the flu, only to discover something unexpected; Gigantic wave in the Pacific (Specific?) was the most extreme 'rogue wave' on record; and Mosquitoes are feeding on us more often ...
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The show opens with tech analyst Carmi Levy reporting on the following: Matthew McConaughey fights unauthorized AI likenesses by trademarking himself; ChatGPT to start showing users ads based on their conversations; Toronto police to use AI to handle non-emergency calls (don't forget to file your AI TPS reports); YouTube chief says 'managing AI slop' is a priority for 2026; and Atari Hotel project in Las Vegas quietly powers down. ...
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For Conspiracy Corner, political science professor Lee Kuhnle briefs David on the myths and plausible explanations for the strange history of the Bermuda Triangle. Check out Lee's podcast The Uncover Up here⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Toronto-based comedian ⁠Natalie Norman⁠ talks about whether the recent 2016 throwback photo trend is annoying, weighs in on an 'Am I the A-hole?' dilemma, and explores what to do when you're in a relationship but your coworker is attractive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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British journalist ⁠Esther Walker⁠ walks us through ⁠the accusations Brooklyn Beckham has for his parents David and Victoria⁠, and ⁠gives her take⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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On Therapy Thursdays on a Wednesday, therapist and social worker ⁠Gary Direnfeld⁠ chats about how to navigate estrangement and falling out that happens with families, and whether you should air your family trouble online. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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British journalist Esther Walker walks us through the accusations Brooklyn Beckham has for his parents David and Victoria, and gives her take. For Conspiracy Corner, political science professor Lee Kuhnle briefs David on the myths and plausible explanations for the strange history of the Bermuda Triangle. (⁠Check out Lee's podcast The Uncover Up here⁠.) On Therapy Thursdays on a Wednesday, therapist and social worker Gary Direnfeld...
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Technology and culture correspondent ⁠Katie Notopoulos⁠ reveals ⁠the craze with TV show Heated Rivalry and how its fans have taken over the internet⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Future-of-work reporter ⁠⁠Tim Paradis⁠ shares ⁠how big tech companies are handling fears of lost productivity with AI: by forcing employees to show their work⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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