Adam Carolla Show NYC Spends 1.6 Million on Panic Buttons + Comedian Ben Gleib
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May 6, 2025 In this chat, Ben Gleib, a dynamic comedian known for his work on 'Chelsea Lately,' dives into the absurdity of NYC spending $1.6 million on panic buttons for bodegas. He shares hilarious insights on vaping, fat kids, and the chaotic world of comedy, touching on the challenges of new comedians trying to make a name for themselves. The discussion also meanders through quirky anecdotes about celebrity culture and the contrast between childhood memories and modern media, all wrapped in his signature humor.
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Transgender News Clarity Critique
- Adam critiques overly complicated transgender news headlines causing confusion.
- He asserts people need clarity and calls out media for narcissistic excesses in reporting.
Waymo Backup Beeper Noise
- Local Santa Monica residents complain about incessant backup beepers on driverless Waymo cars disturbing sleep.
- Adam criticizes omnipresent back-up buzzer noise as annoying and unnecessary.
Limit Backup Beeper Noise Range
- Adam suggests backup beepers should limit their noise range to around 20 feet instead of traveling great distances.
- He calls to rethink necessity and volume of backup sounds for good neighborliness.