Naked Subjects with Gerardo, Giuseppe and Platano

In this episode, we cover a wide range of topics in our social spectrum, starting with not only the controversy embroiling the Miss Universe organization due to comments she made regarding the winner, who is from Denmark, but whether Mario Lopez got something done to his face! We also get into the issues brewing as Donald Trump prepares to take office. Will he use the justice system to go after his opponents? Are his tariff proposals well thought out, or is he just going into gangster mode? Plus, we discuss the very real possibility of Biden inching us closer to a third world war as Giuseppe the history buff sheds some light into the history of why Russia has a legitimate bone to pick with the west. Enjoy! 

In this episode, we take a dive into theological controversy, by way of a comment made by Pope Francis while addressing a group of Muslim children. What, pray tell, could he have said that created such tumult?? The answer to that question is that he dared imply that all religious traditions are a path to God. This kicked off quite the firestorm, and upset many traditionalists, Giuseppe included. Gerardo begs to differ. This is the result. What do you think?

Against all odds, the predictions of the experts -and much of the public- Donald Trump has been elected President once again. How did this happen? Why were so many people so wrong not only in foreseeing the outcome, but in the case of blacks and hispanics, misreading a demographic that may well have determined the outcome of this election? Join us as dive deep into areas many are not privy to, as well as going into the implications of the new administration on an increasingly uneasy and volatile global landscape, 

Gerardo and Giuseppe get into some thought-provoking stuff on this one! We start with the story of African-American sports legend Jesse Owens, who represented the United States at the Berlin Olympics, presided over by none other than Adolf Hitler, who had intended to use the event as a vehicle to establish the supremacy of the Aryan race. Enter Jesse Owens, who threw a definitive wrench into that narrative. But in the process, he developed an unlikely and beautiful bond with the very athlete who was to represent the Führer’s hopes and aspirations. We also get into some little-known anecdotes about those games, including a pretty funny one involving a storm of pigeon poop. Also, Giuseppe the history buff gets humbled, as the fact that he is unaware of one of the darkest periods in the history of the Dominican Republic. The discussion turns to the unifying power of music, and the awkwardness continues as Giuseppe’s dancing skills come under more scrutiny than he would like. Finally, we rejoice, as the once-celi

It's been a while, and there have been some changes. Gerardo has rediscovered his spiritual roots through a chain of events that could best be described as less than traditional. Has Platano broken his celibacy? The attractive young lady he's been photographing himself with on his social media offers some titillating clues. We can only ponder, as he has, unfortunately, ghosted us. Join us as we speculate; perhaps you can locate him and get him to talk to us...

On May 1st, 2023, Jordan Neely, a homeless man who was once a presence in the New York subways as an entertainer known for his Michael Jackson impersonations, was strangled to death by former marine Daniel Penny. Neely had been threatening passengers, and had a past record of unprovoked violent assaults. The case is yet another example of this country's political polarization, with one side claiming this was a cold blooded lynching of a man who was down on his luck, while the other sees the ex-marine as a good samaritan who was willing to do his part to combat the escalating incidents of violence against the citizens of the city. Should Penny be charged in the death? Was he within his rights to get physically involved? Did he use excessive force. Was Neely a legitimate threat? Two seasoned New Yorkers, who are no strangers to the street, weigh in.  Gerardo, a self-defense expert, gives his perspective on whether the chokehold was properly applied and appropriate to the situation from both a legal and tac

We are back! In this episode, we discuss California Bill AB 2098, which limits what an individual Doctor can recommend to a patient. We also get into a recent development in NYC which will make handguns accessible where they previously were not.  Gerardo's life is revolutionized by a new bathroom appliance, and Platano closes things out with an incident which is utterly revolting, and not for those with weak stomachs. Until next time...

Recent developments in the world of Artificial Intelligence, computing and robotics are making what were once the fanciful products of science fiction an imminent reality. Namely, robots that can rescue, kill, provide companionship, and fulfill myriad other functions in ways that may be indistinguishable, perhaps even superior, than what real humans can. Will this happen within our lifetime? Are we ready? Join us as we tackle the sometimes enticing, sometimes disturbing implications of where this tide will take us...

We're back, and it's been quite a tumultuous ride. In two decisions whose implications are historically significant, Roe v Wade is overturned, and Second Amendment right have been expanded. The public upheaval has been significant, and is certain to continue. Listen in as Gerardo, Giuseppe and our guest Atomic Betty offer their honest views on these latest developments. In this discussion, which gets tumultuous at times, you'll get truly honest perspectives on different sides of the spectrum. What you won't get is the sanctimonious sloganeering that all too often a part of hot button debates. Check it out, and let us know what you think!

So Putin decides to make a move, and the Ukrainian people are stuck in the middle. Besides the people trying to live their lives in peace, are there any good guys at the leadership level? Is Zelensky an innocent hero or another dictator with a good PR game? What, if any, rationale is there for Putin to do what he did? Can we intervene without the prospect of nuclear war or economic disaster? These are hard questions which the Naked Subject crew tackles, with blunt  perspectives on all sides of isle, minus the contrived media narratives. Have a listen and let us know what you think on our Instagram and Facebook pages! Until next time...

Weee're....Baaack! After a lengthy, Covid-borne  hiatus , the team is behind the mics once again. The world has gone through quite a bit, and we proudly bring you the perspectives of a Colombian-American self-defense expert with a fetish for melee weapons, an Italian-American accountant with testosterone coursing through his blood (and medicine cabinet), and a young drummer who is part Colombian, Part Puerto Rican and all about getting through his hangover. Join us as we discuss the ramifications of the slew of recent social upheavals on the ideals of free speech, and liberty at large.  Until next time...

This time around, the crew talks about the recent Vice Presidential debate between Mike Pence and Kamala Harris. Giuseppe does some fact checking, and weighs in on letting Kamala speak, as well as his reservations about Pence's disposition. We also talk about the issue of election fraud; how pervasive is it, and what, if anything, is being done to address it? The implications can be somewhat troubling, and we explore some hard questions...

In this episode, we discuss the current investigation of Hillary Clinton, which alleges that her campaign illegally spied on, and knowingly spread false information about Donald Trump's collusion with the Russians. Was that case a hoax? Is this a witch hunt against Clinton? How dirty will this election get? Quite, according to Giuseppe, as he drops some illuminating facts about the Electoral College...

Platano is back! The gang weighs in on the recent Presidential debate (or debacle, depending on your perspective) between Donald Trump and Joe Biden. Did anyone win? We also discuss Trump's popularity, or lack thereof, among minorities. Giuseppe claims he is doing well with Hispanics. Gerardo and Platano are not so sure. Mayhem ensues...

Trump comes down with Covid, and pandemonium follows. Will this affect his prospects for re-election? How will he recover from this, both physically and politically? Is he crazy like a fox, or just crazy? They crew engages in a contentious discussion on the implications of all of this...

We are joined again by our friend Atomic Betty, who chimes in with her perspective on the case of Breonna Taylor, who was shot in a botched police raid. There were no direct charges filed on the matter of her shooting. Why? We explore the issue with some perspectives that may surprise you. On the way to recording the podcast, Giuseppe gets in to a vehicular mishap with consequences that shatter him. He did not encounter the type of sensitivity and support that would have made him feel better...

Joined once again by Atomic Betty, we discuss the legacy Supreme Court Justice and American Icon, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, who has passed away. Gerardo and Atomic Betty feel that, whether one agrees with her stances or not, her contributions to American Law warrant their fair share of recognition. Giuseppe disagrees, mayhem ensues. Join us as the fur flies!

This time we are joined by one of our favorite guests, Atomic Betty who, along with fascinating glimpses into her polyamorous lifestyle, weighs in on the Jacob Blake incident, in which a man in police custody was shot 7 times, as well as Kyle Rittenhouse, a 17-year-old who shot 3 people in the ensuing protest. She also presents her reasons for why she thinks Giuseppe's sex, in her words, whack, much to Gerardo's amusement. Check it out!

This time around, we talk about BLM, the crime wave that has hit Giuseppe's neighborhood, and get into a sometimes difficult conversation about what happens when science and statistics produce controversial results. Is it possible to fearlessly confront uncomfortable information while maintaining social sensitivity? Gerardo also discusses how taking Giuseppe for a walk in his 'hood can lead to embarrassing consequences. Check it out!