Cool Side of the Pillow

Cool Side of the Pillow
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Cool Side of the Pillow: Where dream interpretation meets audio sitcom This is not your run-of-the-mill dream interpretation show. Join main characters/cohosts, Vince and Josh on their hilarious, and not-so-expert interpretations of dreams. Each episode features a comedic main story with two viewer submitted dreams wedged in. Bonus content such as comedy sketches, fake advertisements, and occasional music related outbursts are also featured. So, fluff your pillow, close your eyes (but not while listening), and let’s get dreaming! Visit https://coolsideofthepillow.com/ for more and follow us on Instagram @CoolSideofthePillowPodOfficial

  1. Oct 1

    Memory Foam: MC Lars

    On this special edition of Memory Foam, Josh and Vince sit down with independent rap pioneer, lit-hop originator, and longtime friend of the show, MC Lars! Lars dives deep into celebrating the 20th anniversary of his seminal record The Graduate, navigating the early-2000s DIY touring grind, and how childhood loss shaped his lifelong drive to build meaningful artistic friendships. We cover everything from his master’s thesis on using hip-hop to teach Shakespeare, to taking Edgar Allan Poe to rural youth centers, crossing paths with "The Family 3" in Rochester, and getting surprised by second verses from hip-hop royalty. Plus: trading tour war stories, what it was actually like working with Weird Al Yankovic, Dr. Doom verses from Kool Keith, deep lore on Disney’s The Black Cauldron, seltzer addictions in sobriety, and what’s next in the MC Lars universe. Sink into your pillows and enjoy the conversation! Timestamps & Chapters: 00:00 - Intro: Lit-Hop & DIY 01:52 - 20 Years of The Graduate 04:53 - Rochester Roots & "The Family 3" 07:20 - Lars on Cool Side of the Pillow in 2011 08:25 - Teaching Shakespeare with Rap 13:03 - The Edgar Allan Poe LP Album 15:05 - Life in Hell & Gary K. Wolf 17:48 - Memoir: The Nerdcore Years 19:33 - Weird Al & ICP Influences 22:00 - The Weird Al MySpace Story 24:52 - Merch & Cool Side of the Pillow Universe 30:20 - Anatomy of a Feature 34:28 - Writing "Signing Emo" 35:55 - K.Flay, Kool Keith, & KRS-One 40:00 - MC Frontalot & mc chris 42:30 - Dream Collabs: Steve Albini 43:20 - "Triforce" & Vulnerability 45:10 - The Black Cauldron Lore 48:46 - Current Music Picks 51:10 - Polar Seltzer & Sobriety 52:40 - October Tour Dates 55:10 - Outro Links: MC Lars: mclars.com | IG: @mclars | YouTube: youtube.com/@mc_larsMerch, Full Video & Dream Submissions: CoolSideOfThePillow.com | IG: @coolsideofthepillopodcast

    Memory Foam: MC Lars

  2. Sep 1

    The Drug Episode

    In this special marathon edition of Cool Side of the Pillow, Josh and Vince dive into five surreal, listener-submitted dreams sent in by resident Psychedelist Lou Dorian. Chronicling experiences under the influence of Datura, Lou's dreams blur the lines between reality, illusion, and subconscious awakening. Meanwhile, a pre-show mix-up involving supposedly "psychoactive" chocolate bars and mushroom-infused tea leaves one of our hosts inadvertently tripping into another dimension. Episode Highlights & Chapters: Pre-Show Prep & The "Macro-Dose": Vince snacks on chocolate bars while Josh sips mushroom tea.Introducing Lou Dorian's Datura Dreams: Setting the stage for a five-dream marathon interpretation.Dream 1: The Phantom Cigarette: Sitting in an ancient recliner, nicotine cravings, red-splotched walls, and pantomiming smoking.Dream 2: Concentrated Technicolor & The Infinite Forest: Melting into a dingy chair, pulsing red energy, origami paper visions, and a slow-motion crow flying along the edge of a mysterious tree line.Dream 3: The Second-Floor Kegger & The Mayan Gear Wheel: 90s party nostalgia, heavy kegs up the stairs, and a multi-layered concentric wheel that dissolves reality.Dream 4: The 3-Mile Walk in San Bernardino: Feeling the hidden secrets and psychic imprints inside neighborhood houses before waking up alone on the street.Dream 5: The Cowboy Portal & The Shower Tile Mosaic: A hollow-eyed Clint Eastwood figure, impossible bathroom trips, and waking up to a very real wet bed.Dream Breakdown & Philosophical Takeaways: Vince and Josh discuss Kundalini energy, third-eye sight, and finding wonder in waking life.The Great Beverage Swap Reveal: Reading the chocolate wrappers and discovering who was actually tripping the entire show.Key Themes & Takeaways: Perception vs. Reality: Exploring how altered states create vivid, fully formed phantom experiences (ghost cigarettes, phantom friends, and fake trips to the bathroom).The "Mind Gears": Recurring imagery of rotating runes, hieroglyphs, and concentric wheels acting as a subconscious bridge between visions and reality.Everyday Awareness: Finding deeper meaning and childlike wonder in mundane surroundings and nature without needing chemical shortcuts.Connect With the Show: Website & Merch: CoolSideOfThePillow.comSubmit Your Dreams: Email your written dream or a 3-minute voice memo to dreams@coolsideofthepillow.comYouTube: Subscribe to Cool Side of the Pillow for video episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CoolSideofthePillowPodcastInstagram: Follow @CoolSideOfThePillowPodOfficial for sketches, updates, and community content: https://www.instagram.com/coolsideofthepillowpodofficial/

    The Drug Episode

  3. Aug 1

    Memory Foam: One Drink Podcast

    Sharing a Drink with the One Drink Podcast! In this crossover episode of Memory Foam, Josh and Vince sit down with Matt and Oliver, hosts of Rochester's own One Drink Podcast. The four hosts talk about the origins of their shows, the trial-and-error process of early podcast production, and why staying in your creative lane is key to long-term consistency. The conversation covers favorite stand-up comedians, legendary comedic actors, and community involvement. Plus, Matt and Oliver share one of their all-time favorite behind-the-scenes stories involving fake golf outfits, free appetizers, and Australian caddies at 2:00 AM. In This Episode 00:01:32 Matt and Oliver share how One Drink Podcast officially kicked off during the 2020 pandemic shutdowns.00:04:14 The group reminisces on early DIY recording setups, from phone cameras to $8 knockoff microphones.00:06:28 The premise of One Drink Podcast: one topic per drink, no politics, no religion, and pure drive-time banter.00:08:21 Giving back to the local Rochester community, supporting charities like Good People Deserve Wins Too and Bikers Against Child Abuse (B.A.C.A.).00:19:16 Matt details his nostalgia spin-off show, Back to the 80s, co-hosted with his friend Ryan.00:26:23 Top stand-up comedians and comedic actors draft, featuring Steve Martin, Chris Farley, Jim Carrey, Mitch Hedberg, Dave Chappelle, and Tom Segura.00:36:21 Josh shares a personal story of Mitch Hedberg at a live show in Rochester.00:47:46 The epic story of how Matt and Oliver once crashed a local pub pretending to be a PGA Tour golfer and his agent.00:52:06 The famous "American Angler" magazine bit that resulted in a two-minute uncontainable laugh attack.01:13:20 Oliver pitches a plan to live-stream a podcast episode in the middle of Matt's upcoming wedding.Connect with One Drink Podcast Listen: Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart, and all major podcast platforms.Watch: Full video episodes on YouTube [@OneDrinkPodcast] https://www.youtube.com/@onedrinkpodcastSocials: Follow on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok [@OneDrinkPodcast].Watch & Listen to Memory Foam If you are only listening to Memory Foam, you are missing half the show! Watch full video episodes on our YouTube Channel. Website & Merch: CoolSideOfThePillow.comInstagram: @CoolSideOfThePillowPodOfficial

    Memory Foam: One Drink Podcast

  4. Jul 1

    Memory Foam: Dogma

    Physical Media, Faith, and Kevin Smith's Dogma! In this episode, Josh and Vince tackle the modern frustrations of streaming services and the lost art of physical media. Vince explains why he still buys DVDs and physical comic books to avoid altered or deleted content, citing missing episodes from popular sitcoms like It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia and others. The conversation then shifts to a massive, spoiler-filled retrospective on Kevin Smith's 1999 film, Dogma. The hosts break down the complex history of the movie's distribution rights, Kevin Smith's genius self-protests, and why the film's star-studded cast delivered some of the best performances of the decade. Finally, Josh and Vince share their own experiences growing up with religion and how a controversial comedy actually provides a profound message about faith and the power of ideas. In This Episode: The pitfalls of streaming services and the appeal of owning physical media like Perfect Strangers on DVD and The Absolute Batman comics.Why certain television episodes disappear into the digital void due to licensing or controversial content.A deep dive into the characters, plot, and legacy of Dogma, complete with full spoilers.Behind the scenes trivia, including how Kevin Smith protested his own movie.The transition of the film's distribution rights from Disney to Lionsgate.A discussion on the differences between rigid beliefs and flexible ideas, inspired by Chris Rock's character, Rufus.Josh shares the story of showing Dogma to his childhood Catholic priest.Watch & Listen to Memory Foam: If you are only listening to Memory Foam, you are missing half the show! Watch the full video episodes on our YouTube Channel. Follow Us: Website & Merch: CoolSideOfThePillow.comInstagram: @CoolSideOfThePillowPodOfficial YouTube: @CoolSideofthePillowPodcast

    Memory Foam: Dogma

  5. Jun 1

    AI-E-I-Oh No!

    CSP 10: AI-E-I-Oh No! In this episode of Cool Side of the Pillow, Josh and Vince's friendship is put to the test by the sudden arrival of a massive crate containing Rob-Bot, a state-of-the-art AI assistant sent to them by Trevor Kromdor. While Vince is immediately enamored with the robot's impressive multitasking abilities, Josh begins to feel the sting of its judgmental internal monologues and passive-aggressive "optimizations" to the podcast's archives. The tension boils over when the hosts must debate the true value of human creativity versus artificial efficiency. We also interpret two new listener dreams: a bizarre trip to a desolate carnival, and a frustrating struggle to find the right pair of shoes. In This Episode: A surprise delivery from Trevor Kromdor.Vince attempts to ride the new studio assistant.The Nimbus Plus Cloud Computing AppRob-Bot optimizes the studio by steaming the cats and updating the outro music.A heartfelt defense of the imperfect human experience.Dream 1: A desolate carnival.Dream 2: The struggle for the right shoes. Connect with us! Send us dream or grab some merch: https://coolsideofthepillow.com/ Social media: https://www.instagram.com/coolsideofthepillowpodofficial/

    AI-E-I-Oh No!

  6. May 17

    Memory Foam: Spooky Sips

    In this crossover episode of Memory Foam, Josh and Vince welcome Brianna and Laura, two of the hosts from the Spooky Sips podcast. The guests share the origins of their show, which started as a Spooky Movie Club and pairs horror movie reviews with themed drinks. The conversation covers everything from their top three horror films and favorite sub-genres to a "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" personality breakdown of the hosts. Vince shares a bizarre recurring dream about a cult and a bag of burgers, prompting an amateur psychological analysis. To top it all off, Vince pitches two incredibly catchy, yet poorly received, theme songs for the guests. In This Episode: 00:00:38 Josh and Vince introduce Brianna and Laura from Spooky Sips.00:00:54 Vince debuts a work-in-progress theme song that Josh compares to a breakfast cereal commercial.00:02:31 The guests explain how Spooky Sips started from watching horror movies with snacks and wine.00:05:42 A look into the podcast's rating system and how they pair custom drinks with every movie viewing experience.00:15:31 The group shares their top horror movies, including American Mary, Sinister, and The Shining.00:19:54 A discussion determining which Ninja Turtle represents each podcast host.00:30:38 The group discusses sleep paralysis and Vince recounts a strange dream involving a cult and burgers.00:36:30 Brianna and Laura recommend The Sixth Sense for people looking to get into horror movies gently.00:43:21 A spooky behind-the-scenes story about visiting a haunted hotel in Salt Lake City.00:58:45 Vince attempts to sing a second theme song called "Spook Loop," resulting in immediate technical difficulties.Follow Spooky Sips: Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Follow them on Instagram: @spookysips_podcastWatch & Listen to Memory Foam: If you are only listening to Memory Foam, you are missing half the show! Watch the full video episodes on our YouTube Channel. Follow Us: Website & Merch: CoolSideOfThePillow.comInstagram: @CoolSideOfThePillowPodOfficial

    Memory Foam: Spooky Sips

  7. May 1

    Memory Foam: Rap Supergroup

    Memory Foam: Rap Supergroup In this episode of Memory Foam, Josh and Vince dive deep into the current landscape of classic hip-hop, reviewing new releases from legendary artists and fantasy-drafting the ultimate rap supergroup. The conversation kicks off with a review of the latest De La Soul album, discussing the emotional weight of recording following the passing of Trugoy the Dove (Dave). Vince compares the album's melancholy tone to A Tribe Called Quest's final record and shares his standout tracks, as well as his critiques on the album's length and heavy use of skits. The hosts also touch on recent projects from Ghostface Killah and Nas. The main event of the episode explores a massive "What If?": What if the surviving members of legendary hip-hop groups (A Tribe Called Quest, De La Soul, Beastie Boys, and Gang Starr) united to form a Wu-Tang style supergroup? Josh and Vince break down the roster, balancing production heavyweights like DJ Premier with the unique vocal styles of Q-Tip, Ad-Rock, and Posdnuos. Finally, they debate the lost art of in-person studio collaboration versus the modern trend of mailing in verses. In This Episode: 00:01:00 Reviewing the new De La Soul album and the legacy of Trugoy the Dove.00:03:00 Comparing De La Soul’s return to A Tribe Called Quest’s final album.00:07:45 Vince’s standout tracks and critiques of recent hip-hop skits.00:15:38 Fantasy Draft: Building a supergroup from the surviving members of Tribe, De La, Beastie Boys, and Gang Starr.00:20:00 Reviews of Ghostface Killah's Supreme Clientele 2 and Nas & DJ Premier's Light Years.00:33:00 Flipping the script: What if the supergroup was made up of the late, great members (Phife, Dave, MCA, Guru, and ODB)?00:35:10 The magic of Run The Jewels and the lost art of in-studio collaboration.Join the Conversation: Who would you add to this hip-hop supergroup? Who would be the strongest member? Let us know! Watch & Listen: If you are only listening to Memory Foam, you are missing half the show! Watch the full video episodes on our YouTube Channel. Follow Us: Website & Merch: CoolSideOfThePillow.comInstagram: @CoolSideOfThePillowPodOfficial

    Memory Foam: Rap Supergroup

  8. Apr 1

    Yes Chef, Pod Chef!

    Cool Side of the Pillow - Episode 9: Yes Chef, Pod Chef! Episode Summary: The Dream Bunker gets a culinary makeover as Chef Vince takes over the newly established "off-kitchen," funded by a massive chunk of the podcast's savings. When Josh decides to skip standard allergy medication in favor of a "real-man" dose, lead to some bizarre side effects. Will this cooking experiment earn a Michelin star, or just end with a sink full of studio cats? The Dreamers: Chelsea's Dream: We unpack a literal trip down memory lane down on Main Street.Lauren's Dream: A casual drive takes a wild and unexpected turn when she comes face-to-face with some bears. Connect with us! Send us dream or grab some merch: https://coolsideofthepillow.com/ Social media: https://www.instagram.com/coolsideofthepillowpodofficial/

    Yes Chef, Pod Chef!
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Cool Side of the Pillow: Where dream interpretation meets audio sitcom This is not your run-of-the-mill dream interpretation show. Join main characters/cohosts, Vince and Josh on their hilarious, and not-so-expert interpretations of dreams. Each episode features a comedic main story with two viewer submitted dreams wedged in. Bonus content such as comedy sketches, fake advertisements, and occasional music related outbursts are also featured. So, fluff your pillow, close your eyes (but not while listening), and let’s get dreaming! Visit https://coolsideofthepillow.com/ for more and follow us on Instagram @CoolSideofthePillowPodOfficial

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  • Creator
    Cool Side of the Pillow
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    22
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025
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    Cool Side of the Pillow