Let's Unpack That
Let's Unpack That
Lyall Behrens
Irreverent Comedian Lyall Behrens unpacks a different subject every episode. This is a safe space for Men, Black masculinity and reckless original thought, with mainstay guests like Matt Duckett, Trenton Davis and more.
Klay & Meg, Comedy Talk, Slop & NBA Playoffs
Lyall Behrens talks comfort watching Ken Burns docs, performing for rich boomers, and how “slop” is already heading the way of “mid” and “trash.”He also unpacks the breakup between Klay Thompson and Megan Thee Stallion, his thoughts on the Donald Trump assassination attempts, backlash to Bobbi Althoff doing stand-up at the Netflix Is A Joke Festival, and the NBA Playoffs.R.I.P. Alex Doung
May 2
1 hr 14 min
Memphis, Meltdowns & a Kanye Conspiracy
Lyall opens with a pre-show check-in from San Diego—how the weekend went, three restaurants worth hitting, and a quick debate on Italian vs. Italian-American food.On Let’s Unpack That:• LeBron James vs. Memphis — what he said, why people are mad, and what’s really behind the backlash• Why J. Cole might need to stop doing interviews• The LaRussell rally + Lyall’s theory on Vallejo culture (and why Vallejo dudes might be a little sensitive)• Jay-Z’s GQ interview — what stood out• Kanye West selling out SoFi Stadium + a conspiracy take• Louis C.K. returns with a new Netflix special — are people ready?
Apr 5
1 hr 15 min
Heaven Sent, Sinners Too
A very pop culture–nerd episode—Lyall Behrens recaps the Academy Awards, gets into the Sinners vs. One Battle After Another debate, and yes… there is some LaRussell Heaven Sent slander.Also, the latest on Zohran Mamdani’s wife and the internet doing what it does best—digging up old posts.
Mar 21
1 hr 22 min
Dating in Your Mid-30s
Pre-Show: Lyall Behrens on millennial neighborhood bars and Bam Adebayo’s wild 83-point game.Lyall breaks down dating in your mid-30s—first dates vs. casual hookups, ditching dinner dates, post-breakup security blankets, and the three levels of locking in.Streaming now: Heartbroken in Oakland | Full Crowd Work Show | Lyall Behrens https://youtu.be/JbPb3w_VjuI?si=yzb8GyS4_erzh72C
Mar 11
1 hr 17 min
On The Road With Lyall
Lyall Behrens talks Valentines Day shows in Oakland, SLO Comedy Fest, Central Coast Food & Wine, behind the scenes comedy competition and more.
Mar 8
1 hr 8 min
The Files, the Forgiveness Tour, and the NBA Problem
Lyall Behrens recaps a holiday trip to Oakland, talks Jay‑Z and Pusha T in the Epstein files, Kanye’s apology and distribution deal, Minnesota’s latest headlines, a serious Luigi Mansion question involving his cousin, and why the NBA is harder to care about this season.
Jan 31
47 min
“Do You Think Kevin Hart Is Funny?”
Lyall Behrens unpacks why Black folks always ask, “Do you think Kevin Hart is funny?” when they find out you’re a Comedian, why Black comics still need that signature project, and the showdown between Marlon Wayans vs. 50 Cent. He tackles Busta Rhymes vs. a prank-pulling TikToker, why social media isn’t to blame for society’s corniness, 90s MTV nostalgia, Bill Clinton as the first “relatable” president, and the evolution of Eminem’s voices—all while unpacking why America’s drinking less might say more than you think.
Dec 10, 2025
47 min
Diddy Is the New OJ Simpson
Lyall Behrens breaks down why small venues hit different, the Thanksgiving urge to text old flames, and his recent ride in a Waymo. Current events include a comedian arrested for threatening a public official, BD Wong’s questionable joke, takeaways from Sean Combs: The Reckoning, and Chris Paul getting sent home from the Clippers. It’s a full unpacking — jokes, opinions, and Lyall’s signature chaos.
Dec 6, 2025
1 hr 20 min
Fixing Thanksgiving with Lyall Behrens
Lyall Behrens breaks down his pre-Thanksgiving workout routine, why the holiday needs a full rebrand, and why—even though he hates to admit it—JD Vance is right about nobody liking turkey. He gets into why most people actually can’t cook, the Thanksgiving movies and TV shows worth revisiting, and later, Lyall’s mom jumps in to add her own heat to the holiday conversation. A festive mess in the best way.
Nov 27, 2025
1 hr 17 min
Friendsgiving FOMO & Crash-Out Season
Lyall Behrens breaks down walking in L.A., the annual Friendsgiving FOMO epidemic, and mean Mexican girls. He also explains why baseball documentaries are the most soothing thing on Earth.Then he dives into the week’s current events: the D4vd investigation, the eternal battle of Netflix documentaries vs. Lifetime movies, Kash Patel allegedly using a SWAT team to guard his girlfriend, Bill Maher retiring from touring and what it says about old rich comedians, Draymond Green’s ongoing crash-outs, Klay Thompson vs. Ja Morant, Michelle Obama vs. India Arie, and Netflix’s Being Eddie.
Nov 24, 2025
1 hr 45 min
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