The Mikhaila Peterson Podcast

In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with comedian Brittany Schmitt. We dove into her journey from working in advertising to becoming a full-time comedian, her struggles with alcoholism, her path to sobriety, and the impact sobriety has had on her creativity and social life. Brittany also opened up about life as a female comic, navigating the industry, misadventures in dating, and the challenges of sharing personal material on stage. Brittany discussed a shift toward a new era in comedy that's embracing sobriety as a response to the burnout, addiction, and tragedy of the previous generation. Once characterized by chaotic lifestyles and substance-fueled performances, comedians are fostering a culture that prioritizes mental health and longevity. We also spoke about Kill Tony’s Madison Square Garden roast, Trump on Rogan, JD Vance on Theo, general sentiment of people moving away from the extreme left toward more balanced political perspectives, and the potential for unexpected common ground in the age of polarization. Watch Brittany’s stand-up special HORNY: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=sizQKblletY And check out her book ‘Stop Talking About Sex And Other Advice I Didn't Take’ on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Talking-About-Other-Advice-Didnt-ebook/dp/B0BHJKBQSH?dplnkId=f6d8b25e-4c88-4e23-86f9-1894914919e7&nodl=1 —Follow Brittany— https://www.instagram.com/brittanyschmitt/?hl=en —Check Out Our Sponsor— For a high quality, ideology-free education consider enrolling in Peterson Academy: https://petersonacademy.com/ —Follow Me— All Platforms: https://linktr.ee/mikhailapeterson Instagram: https://instagram.com/mikhailapeterson TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@mikhailapeterson Website: https://mikhailapeterson.com Lion Diet: https://liondiet.com Biotoxin: https://biotoxin.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/mikhailapete​rsonpodcast X: https://twitter.com/MikhailaFuller Telegram: https://t.me/mikhailapeterson​​ —Chapters— 0:00:00 - Introduction 0:01:04 - From Advertising to Comedy 0:04:05 - DUI Experience and Starting Stand-Up 0:06:22 - Writing, Memoir, and Success 0:07:07 - Brittany’s First Comedy Show 0:08:07 - Matt Rife, Crowd Work, and Comedy Trends 0:11:38 - Life in Los Angeles 0:13:34 - Crime and Gangs LA 0:17:19 - Being Vulnerable Professionally 0:18:04 - Writing Jokes About Difficult Topics 0:19:55 - Coping with Loss and Mental Health 0:20:54 - Divorce and Public Perception 0:27:03 - Journey to Sobriety 0:31:46 - Life After Getting Sober 0:37:40 - Dating Misadventures 0:39:15 - Trump, Politics, and Media 0:42:05 - Merging Political Perspectives 0:48:50 - Overexposure and Podcasting Challenges 0:49:50 - Closing Thoughts

In this episode, I had the privilege of talking with Senator Ron Johnson. We discussed his recent Senate roundtable on American health and nutrition that he invited me to speak at recently, RFK Jr. and the likelihood of his cabinet appointment, institutional corruption, and more. We spoke at some length about the revolving door in Washington and how it effectively hands control of regulatory agencies over to pharma and big agriculture. We also explored the critical role of education and public awareness and our new age of podcast politics in waking people up to corruption in government. Senator Johnson also shared insights into how mainstream media and political institutions shape public perception–including the smear campaign currently going on against RFK Jr. We spoke about the surprising shift of the country away from the radical left toward populism and the center, and the path toward rebuilding trust in our government. Enjoy! Ron Johnson was elected to the U.S. Senate in 2010 after running a successful manufacturing business in Oshkosh, Wisconsin for thirty years. From 2015-2021, he was Chairman of the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs and remains a member of it. He currently serves as Ranking Member (soon-to-be chairman) of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations and is also a member of the Budget and Finance committees. Senator Johnson has been a staunch advocate for the vaccine injured, stating that injuries are “real, serious, and not all that rare.” In 2022, he ran for reelection for a third time so that he could continue investigating the corruption surrounding our federal health agencies and Big Pharma and how they have harmed Americans’ health. Stay up to date with Sen. Ron Johnson here: https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/ —Check Out Our Sponsors—  For a high quality, ideology-free education consider enrolling in Peterson Academy: https://petersonacademy.com/ —Follow Me— All Platforms: https://linktr.ee/mikhailapeterson  Instagram: https://instagram.com/mikhailapeterson  TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@mikhailapeterson  Website: https://mikhailapeterson.com  Lion Diet: https://liondiet.com  Biotoxin: https://biotoxin.com  Facebook: https://facebook.com/mikhailapete​rsonpodcast   X: https://twitter.com/MikhailaFuller Telegram: https://t.me/mikhailapeterson​​ —Chapters— 00:00 - Introduction 02:13 - Health Roundtable Discussion 05:06 - Early COVID Skepticism 08:22 - Early Treatments 12:20 - Vaccine Injuries and Media Coverage 15:30 - RFK Jr. and Anti-Corruption 19:54 - Chronic Illness and Skepticism 22:30 - FDA and Medical Interventions 24:18 - Revolving Door in Washington 29:44 - Big Pharma's Influence 32:10 - Big Ag and Pharma Alliances 34:16 - Pharmaceutical Advertising 38:30 - The Rise of Podcast Politics 42:05 - Political Shifts and Populism 46:29 - Ukraine, NATO, and Global Tensions 50:30 - Rebuilding Trust in Government 52:50 - Political Polarization and Media Bias 55:03 - Corruption in Science

Jonathan Pageau is back on my podcast! He spoke about mythology and the decline of meaningful fairy tales, and shared his reimagining of ‘Jack and the Beanstock’ – ’Jack and the Fallen Giants.’ Jonathan explored the role of Saints, scripture, and the difference between Protestant and Orthodox beliefs regarding them.   Jonathan delved into the mythological significance of classic stories and why they resonate in ways today’s tales often fail to.. Reflecting on the storytelling legacy of old Disney films, he contrasted them with modern animations that feel increasingly shallow, and how the earlier films conveyed themes of good vs. evil, courage, and moral growth, in addition to grappling with complex and powerful religious symbolism.  Jonathan Pageau is a Canadian icon carver, artist, and speaker known for his unique insights into symbolism, art, and traditional Christian imagery. Pageau explores everything from biblical stories to pop culture, bringing fresh discussions about meaning, symbolism, and the spiritual life to a modern audience. —Check Out Our Sponsors—  For a high quality, ideology-free education consider enrolling in Peterson Academy: https://petersonacademy.com/ Order my hangover supplement, After Party on https://bit.ly/3HajcWV and Amazon https://a.co/d/6OGdTrT. Be sure to leave a review! I read them all :) —Follow Me— All Platforms: https://linktr.ee/mikhailapeterson  Instagram: https://instagram.com/mikhailapeterson  TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@mikhailapeterson  Website: https://mikhailapeterson.com  Lion Diet: https://liondiet.com  Biotoxin: https://biotoxin.com  Facebook: https://facebook.com/mikhailapete​rsonpodcast   X: https://twitter.com/MikhailaFuller Telegram: https://t.me/mikhailapeterson​​ —Chapters— 0:00 - Old Disney magic vs. new meh 5:07 - Pageau’s back with a new book! 6:30 - Jack and the Beanstalk retold 10:32 - Deeper symbolism of Jack and the Beanstalk 12:15 - The moral implications of Jack stealing from the giants 13:30 - Giants as real-life villains 17:00 - Life lessons hidden in fairy tales 18:41 - Good vs. evil: Why it matters 23:15 - Hardship isn’t an excuse for evil 25:20 - The importance of preserving traditional storytelling 27:30 - Reviving fairy tales 34:15 - Books as symbols of home and memory 35:03 - The deeper meaning of ‘Home’ 42:38 - Why are Saints important? 49:33 - Mediators of the love of God 1:01:33 - Hell is the sins you haven’t rectified 1:04:40 - God's love reflected in community and creation

This week I’m joined by PragerU personality Xaviaer DuRousseau. Xaviaer is an ex-BLM activist who now uses his platform to educate viewers on politics, and cultural issues as a PragerU Personality. We spoke about why some celebrities are forced to endorse Kamala Harris, Xaviaer’s time undercover for a “Free Palestinian” encampment on UCLA’s campus, misperceptions about Israel, the insidious re-emergence of anti-semisim, the necessity for an informed and educated public, and geopolitical politics and the link between China and fentanyl. Xaviaer also discussed his short documentary, “Their Lives Mattered,” that exposes the heartbreaking reality of inner-city children caught in the crossfire of violent crime as a result of de-policing policies and district attorneys who let repeat offenders back on the street. Xaviaer also reflected on how contrasting social environments shaped his early views on race and identity. He spoke about his college years embracing woke ideology, and his experiences as a social justice warrior in California. While watching PragerU videos with the intention of finding weaknesses in their arguments, Xaviaer realized he was wrong about almost everything, ultimately having an entire ideological shift. View the trailer here: https://www.prageru.com/video/trailer-their-lives-mattered And the full film “Their Lives Mattered”: https://www.prageru.com/video/their-lives-mattered —Follow Xaviaer— YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@XAVIAER Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xaviaer/ X: https://twitter.com/XAVIAERD —Check Out Our Sponsors— For a high quality, ideology-free education consider enrolling in Peterson Academy: https://petersonacademy.com/ Order my hangover supplement, After Party on https://bit.ly/3HajcWV and Amazon https://a.co/d/6OGdTrT. Be sure to leave a review! I read them all :) —Follow Me— All Platforms: https://linktr.ee/mikhailapeterson Instagram: https://instagram.com/mikhailapeterson TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@mikhailapeterson Website: https://mikhailapeterson.com Lion Diet: https://liondiet.com Biotoxin: https://biotoxin.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/mikhailapete​rsonpodcast X: https://twitter.com/MikhailaFuller Telegram: https://t.me/mikhailapeterson​​ 00:00:00 – From Woke to Red-Pilled 00:06:43 – Celeb Politics and Kamala Harris 00:09:02 – The Beyonce Incident 00:12:44 – Xaviaer Facing Censorship 00:16:22 – Conservative Leanings and Loss of Friendships 00:18:00 – Building Real Integrity in Activism 00:22:16 – Surviving Cancel Culture 00:24:00 – Joining PragerU 00:30:00 – The Story Behind "Their Lives Matter" 00:34:00 – The Real Crime That’s Not Being Reported 00:43:00 – Progressive DA’s and Urban Crime Policies 00:47:00 – Pro-Palestine Movement's Alignment with Marxism 00:50:00 – Organizing Movements and the Role of Activist Funding 00:55:00 – How Misguided Activism is Exploited 01:02:13 – Education and Ignorance 01:07:00 – Speaking Up in Today’s Climate