The Karel Cast
This is the podcast of the outrageous Karel, entertainer and nationally syndicated talk show host/author. Openly gay, straight to the point, this is a bottom line no-holds-barred hysterical journey through American life. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-karel-cast--1368295/support.
Episodes
August 7, 2025 • 31 mins
🐶 Why Are Americans So Anti-Dog in Public? | Karel Cast 25-108
Dogs at the grocery store? Farmer’s market? Restaurant? In other countries, it’s normal. In America, it’s a problem. But why? Today on the Karel Cast, we unpack a viral story out of San Francisco where people are outraged over well-behaved dogs being allowed in public spaces. Yet, research shows dogs lower stress, aid healing, and enhance well-being in hospitals and nur...
Dogs at the grocery store? Farmer’s market? Restaurant? In other countries, it’s normal. In America, it’s a problem. But why? Today on the Karel Cast, we unpack a viral story out of San Francisco where people are outraged over well-behaved dogs being allowed in public spaces. Yet, research shows dogs lower stress, aid healing, and enhance well-being in hospitals and nur...
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August 6, 2025 • 31 mins
AI Is Coming for Your Job: Top 10 at Risk + What To Do After 50 | Karel Cast 25-108
AI isn’t “coming”—it’s here, and a lot of jobs are on the line. We break down the Top 10 roles at risk (interpreters/translators, historians, passenger attendants, sales reps, writers/authors, customer service reps, CNC programmers, telephone operators, ticket/travel agents, broadcast announcers & radio DJs) and ask: What do you do—especially if ...
AI isn’t “coming”—it’s here, and a lot of jobs are on the line. We break down the Top 10 roles at risk (interpreters/translators, historians, passenger attendants, sales reps, writers/authors, customer service reps, CNC programmers, telephone operators, ticket/travel agents, broadcast announcers & radio DJs) and ask: What do you do—especially if ...
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August 5, 2025 • 30 mins
The Death of the True Star: From Streisand to Sydney Sweeney | Karel Cast Ep. 107
Hollywood used to make stars—real stars. The kind that could sing, act, and command a room like Streisand, Streep, or Prince. But now? The era of the true entertainer is over.
Sydney Sweeney does a jeans ad and suddenly we know her political party. JLo headlines a tour and is torn to shreds. Fame today doesn’t require talent—just a phone and an algorith...
Hollywood used to make stars—real stars. The kind that could sing, act, and command a room like Streisand, Streep, or Prince. But now? The era of the true entertainer is over.
Sydney Sweeney does a jeans ad and suddenly we know her political party. JLo headlines a tour and is torn to shreds. Fame today doesn’t require talent—just a phone and an algorith...
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August 4, 2025 • 61 mins
Las Vegas Isn’t the Problem—America Is Too Expensive | Karel Cast Ep. 107
Everyone’s saying Las Vegas is dying. But the real story? America is becoming unaffordable—coast to coast.
Tourism in Vegas is down 15%, international travel is down 14%, and yes, price gouging in casinos plays a role. But the bigger picture? The entire U.S. economy is crumbling under the weight of inflation, rising tariffs, and policies that push people out in...
Everyone’s saying Las Vegas is dying. But the real story? America is becoming unaffordable—coast to coast.
Tourism in Vegas is down 15%, international travel is down 14%, and yes, price gouging in casinos plays a role. But the bigger picture? The entire U.S. economy is crumbling under the weight of inflation, rising tariffs, and policies that push people out in...
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July 31, 2025 • 31 mins
When Progressives Push Too Far | Karel Cast Ep. 106
When Tolerance Goes Too Far
Is the left losing the middle? A viral debate over actress Sydney Sweeney’s “great genes” (and jeans) shows just how extreme internet outrage culture has become — and it may be pushing everyday people away from progressive causes.
Plus, I want you to go to the movies — and I’ll tell you what to see and why it matters. 🎬
And Senator Cory Booker loses it on ...
When Tolerance Goes Too Far
Is the left losing the middle? A viral debate over actress Sydney Sweeney’s “great genes” (and jeans) shows just how extreme internet outrage culture has become — and it may be pushing everyday people away from progressive causes.
Plus, I want you to go to the movies — and I’ll tell you what to see and why it matters. 🎬
And Senator Cory Booker loses it on ...
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July 30, 2025 • 30 mins
🌪️ We’re Not Ready for What’s Coming | Karel Cast Ep. 25-105
A volcano in Russia could trigger a tsunami. A rare derecho tears through the plains. After watching The Eye of the Storm, one thing is clear: we are completely unprepared for what Mother Nature is throwing at us — and it’s only getting worse.
Tornadoes, hurricanes, deadly heat waves… they’re increasing. But our readiness? Crumbling. Why aren’t we adapting? Why are insuran...
A volcano in Russia could trigger a tsunami. A rare derecho tears through the plains. After watching The Eye of the Storm, one thing is clear: we are completely unprepared for what Mother Nature is throwing at us — and it’s only getting worse.
Tornadoes, hurricanes, deadly heat waves… they’re increasing. But our readiness? Crumbling. Why aren’t we adapting? Why are insuran...
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July 29, 2025 • 31 mins
Is the Media Making Us Sick? | Karel Cast 25-104
Is the media destroying your mental health? You’re not alone. In this eye-opening episode, Karel shares a personal message from a friend who’s had enough of the emotional rollercoaster brought on by news and social media. From the heartbreaking images in Gaza to the chaos of Trump and MAGA, it seems like everything is a crisis. And the curated “perfect lives” on social media? Just sal...
Is the media destroying your mental health? You’re not alone. In this eye-opening episode, Karel shares a personal message from a friend who’s had enough of the emotional rollercoaster brought on by news and social media. From the heartbreaking images in Gaza to the chaos of Trump and MAGA, it seems like everything is a crisis. And the curated “perfect lives” on social media? Just sal...
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July 28, 2025 • 32 mins
ChatGPT Calls Out Trump’s Hypocrisy on AI—Plus Laverne Cox Backlash Explained | Karel Cast 25-104
Trump just signed an executive order demanding AI developers pledge not to promote diversity, equity, inclusion, or LGBTQ+ rights. So I asked ChatGPT what it thinks—and the response was eye-opening, and ironically damning.
Plus, Emmy-nominated trans actress Laverne Cox is under fire from her own fanbase after revealing she dated a younge...
Trump just signed an executive order demanding AI developers pledge not to promote diversity, equity, inclusion, or LGBTQ+ rights. So I asked ChatGPT what it thinks—and the response was eye-opening, and ironically damning.
Plus, Emmy-nominated trans actress Laverne Cox is under fire from her own fanbase after revealing she dated a younge...
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July 24, 2025 • 30 mins
The Truth Is Simple. The Problems Aren’t. | Karel Cast 25-103
We keep acting like these crises are too complicated to solve—but they’re not.
People in Gaza are starving? Feed them.
Trump hiding in Epstein’s files? Assume it, act on it.
Climate change? Cut meat, ditch fossil fuels, now.
ICE doing illegal raids? Law enforcement, shut it down.
It’s not complex—it’s corruption, politics, and profits that get in the way.
Karel lays it out: str...
We keep acting like these crises are too complicated to solve—but they’re not.
People in Gaza are starving? Feed them.
Trump hiding in Epstein’s files? Assume it, act on it.
Climate change? Cut meat, ditch fossil fuels, now.
ICE doing illegal raids? Law enforcement, shut it down.
It’s not complex—it’s corruption, politics, and profits that get in the way.
Karel lays it out: str...
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July 23, 2025 • 31 mins
📉 Why American Democracy Is Failing | Karel Cast Ep. 25-102
American democracy is crumbling — and our Founding Fathers warned us this would happen if we ever stopped prioritizing education and civic knowledge. Jefferson, Washington, and others believed an informed populace was essential to protect our freedoms. Yet today, education is under attack — especially from the GOP — and the consequences are devastating.
In this explosive ep...
American democracy is crumbling — and our Founding Fathers warned us this would happen if we ever stopped prioritizing education and civic knowledge. Jefferson, Washington, and others believed an informed populace was essential to protect our freedoms. Yet today, education is under attack — especially from the GOP — and the consequences are devastating.
In this explosive ep...
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July 22, 2025 • 31 mins
America: When Did We Stop Having Standards? | Karel Cast 25-101
Has America lost its standards? From disposable products and low-quality fashion to the normalization of rude online behavior and trash politicians, it seems like we’re spiraling into mediocrity. Stephen Colbert fires back at Trump—was it warranted or crossing a line? Is the decline of decorum now the norm? And what about Mexico blaming U.S. expats for housing prices—wh...
Has America lost its standards? From disposable products and low-quality fashion to the normalization of rude online behavior and trash politicians, it seems like we’re spiraling into mediocrity. Stephen Colbert fires back at Trump—was it warranted or crossing a line? Is the decline of decorum now the norm? And what about Mexico blaming U.S. expats for housing prices—wh...
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July 21, 2025 • 31 mins
Caught on Camera: Should Infidelity Cost You Your Job? | Karel Cast 25-100
A viral Kiss Cam moment at a Coldplay concert exposes an affair between a CEO and his head of HR—and now, their careers are over. But should private relationships dictate professional fate? When did corporate America become the morality police?
Plus, Colbert’s sudden firing is nothing short of political theater, a calculated move to please Trump and grease the...
A viral Kiss Cam moment at a Coldplay concert exposes an affair between a CEO and his head of HR—and now, their careers are over. But should private relationships dictate professional fate? When did corporate America become the morality police?
Plus, Colbert’s sudden firing is nothing short of political theater, a calculated move to please Trump and grease the...
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July 17, 2025 • 30 mins
Trump, Epstein & the Biggest Cover-Up of Our Time? | Karel Cast Ep 25-99
An SF Chronicle opinion piece says Trump and Epstein may be at the center of the biggest scandal of our time — filled with lies, cover-ups, and underage sex trafficking. But is that really the biggest?
What about ICE abducting Americans off the streets without warrants? Why isn’t that front-page outrage? Is our moral compass broken?
PLUS — it’s time for some ...
An SF Chronicle opinion piece says Trump and Epstein may be at the center of the biggest scandal of our time — filled with lies, cover-ups, and underage sex trafficking. But is that really the biggest?
What about ICE abducting Americans off the streets without warrants? Why isn’t that front-page outrage? Is our moral compass broken?
PLUS — it’s time for some ...
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July 16, 2025 • 30 mins
🎙️ Why THIS Lie From Trump Is Breaking MAGA | Karel Cast 25-98Trump has lied thousands of times, but MAGA is finally breaking ranks—and it’s all because of… Jeffrey Epstein? The Epstein files were supposed to be released. Trump promised transparency. But now even his most loyal supporters are revolting. Why this lie? What makes the Epstein connection the final straw for some?PLUS: My viral TikTok video about a mother whose child s...
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July 15, 2025 • 30 mins
🎙️ Is Passion Dead in 2025? Gen Z, Cooking & Creativity Crisis | Karel Cast 25-97
Is passion vanishing from modern life? After watching Nonnas, the heartwarming Netflix film about Italian grandmas bringing joy through cooking, I couldn’t help but ask: Who is keeping the flame alive in today’s generation?While 73% of Gen Z say they cook at home, most rely on simple or processed recipes. Millennials cook too, but signature family...
Is passion vanishing from modern life? After watching Nonnas, the heartwarming Netflix film about Italian grandmas bringing joy through cooking, I couldn’t help but ask: Who is keeping the flame alive in today’s generation?While 73% of Gen Z say they cook at home, most rely on simple or processed recipes. Millennials cook too, but signature family...
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July 14, 2025 • 30 mins
Why MAGA Really Hates Superman | The Karel Cast 25-96
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Superman just had the biggest solo box office opening in franchise history — so why is MAGA calling it a flop? Because Superman actually represents truth, justice, and the real American way — something MAGA no longer believes in.
In this episode of The Karel Cast, we dive deep into why the right is melting down over a movie that challenges their distorted vision of patriotism.
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Superman just had the biggest solo box office opening in franchise history — so why is MAGA calling it a flop? Because Superman actually represents truth, justice, and the real American way — something MAGA no longer believes in.
In this episode of The Karel Cast, we dive deep into why the right is melting down over a movie that challenges their distorted vision of patriotism.
PLU...
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July 10, 2025 • 30 mins
Is America Making Us Mentally Ill? The Emotional Toll of Life in the USA
Are you emotionally exhausted just living in America right now? You’re not alone. From climate disasters and political chaos to daily horrors in the headlines, the U.S. feels like a never-ending rollercoaster — and it’s crushing our mental health.
In this episode of The Karel Cast, I open up about my own struggles: the fear of leaving, the hope that maybe midter...
Are you emotionally exhausted just living in America right now? You’re not alone. From climate disasters and political chaos to daily horrors in the headlines, the U.S. feels like a never-ending rollercoaster — and it’s crushing our mental health.
In this episode of The Karel Cast, I open up about my own struggles: the fear of leaving, the hope that maybe midter...
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July 9, 2025 • 31 mins
When Friends Flip Out: How Much Is Too Much? | Aging, Diet Myths & Climate Chaos
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What do you do when a close friend starts to spiral or act out? As we age, studies show we lose friends—most notably between ages 25–30 and again from 60–70. But when do you draw the line? How long do you tolerate bad behavior to “preserve” a decades-long friendship? In this episode of The Karel Cast, we explore the tricky balance of ...
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What do you do when a close friend starts to spiral or act out? As we age, studies show we lose friends—most notably between ages 25–30 and again from 60–70. But when do you draw the line? How long do you tolerate bad behavior to “preserve” a decades-long friendship? In this episode of The Karel Cast, we explore the tricky balance of ...
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July 8, 2025 • 30 mins
American Hypocrisy: Why Do We Tolerate These Contradictions?
The contradictions in American life are everywhere — and today, we break them down. Why is sex work still taboo when porn is the internet’s #1 use? Why are gay adult performers still punished while straight ones get mainstream careers? Why do we spend billions on incarceration but won’t invest in housing? Why do we mourn 100 deaths in Texas but ignore daily massacres in Ga...
The contradictions in American life are everywhere — and today, we break them down. Why is sex work still taboo when porn is the internet’s #1 use? Why are gay adult performers still punished while straight ones get mainstream careers? Why do we spend billions on incarceration but won’t invest in housing? Why do we mourn 100 deaths in Texas but ignore daily massacres in Ga...
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July 7, 2025 • 30 mins
Why Democrats Keep Losing in the 21st Century | Karel Cast Ep. 25-92
Democrats are stuck in the past. MAGA is driving the future.
The Democratic Party keeps trying to connect with voters and values from decades ago — but that world is gone. Meanwhile, MAGA is pushing a dangerous, authoritarian nostalgia that’s reshaping politics as we know it.
🎯 The result? Democrats are outmatched, outdated, and out of touch.
They cling to civility, ...
Democrats are stuck in the past. MAGA is driving the future.
The Democratic Party keeps trying to connect with voters and values from decades ago — but that world is gone. Meanwhile, MAGA is pushing a dangerous, authoritarian nostalgia that’s reshaping politics as we know it.
🎯 The result? Democrats are outmatched, outdated, and out of touch.
They cling to civility, ...
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