Nectar University

Lazy Pickle Studios

Welcome to The Nectar University Podcast, where we bring in handpicked guests from all walks of life for unpredictable conversations. Each episode is a wild mix of sharp banter and real talk about life, creativity, and the unconventional paths our guests have taken. Get ready for laughter, unexpected twists, and a few moments that might make you soil yourself. We’re here to dig into the messy stories behind their success and have a laugh while doing it.

Episodes

  1. 12/23/2024

    Juliano & Connor Stoops on overcoming LA's challenges | Ep 9

    Join us on Nectar University Podcast for an inspiring episode featuring Connor Stoops, where we delve into the significance of staying authentic and building a strong network in the acting industry. Connor emphasizes the pivotal role of being genuine in performances and the power of supportive relationships in achieving career milestones. With anecdotes from his early days, including quirky stories from his initial acting attempts, this episode is a treasure trove of insights for anyone navigating the acting world. Discover how authenticity can set you apart and create lasting impact in your career. Time Stamps 00:00:07: Introduction to the episode 00:00:53: Introducing Connor Stoops 00:02:27: Connor's perspective on living in Los Angeles 00:05:05: The challenges of getting acting opportunities 00:08:18: Discussing hydration and new fitness routines 00:10:19: Connor's early inspirations and journey to acting 00:12:21: Side hustles and struggles to support acting dreams 00:15:22: Booking a role with Keke Palmer 00:16:33: Introduction and Link in Bio 00:16:57: Discussion about Side Gigs and Social Media Drive 00:17:18: Personal Stories and Living Together 00:19:10: First Video Post and Its Impact 00:21:20: Authenticity in Social Media Content 00:22:01: Discussing Crushes 00:23:03: Freestyle Segment 00:27:10: Num Num Challenge 00:29:05: Crazy Questions for Connor 00:30:11: Ghost Story in St. Augustine 00:31:04: Snitching Story 00:31:21: Police intervention at home 00:31:39: Jumping out of a moving car and foot injury 00:32:15: Trip to the ER for a splinter 00:33:25: Podcast wrap-up and guest outro

    35 min
  2. 12/15/2024

    Juliano and Nick Galarza on the complex nature of offense in comedy during the digital age | Ep 8

    In this episode of The Nectar University Podcast, join your hosts Juliano & film maker and comedian Nick Galarza as we delve deep into the evolving nature of modern offense. Are people truly offended, or has entitlement molded society into one where everyone feels like a social prosecutor? Our discussion reveals the complexities behind perceived slights and examines the impact of this behavior on public discourse. From stand-up comedy to competitive gaming, join us as we explore how these dynamics play out across various platforms. 00:00:00 - Discussion about people being easily offended nowadays 00:00:24 - Welcome to the Nectar University podcast 00:00:47 - Introduction of the guest, Nick Garza 00:02:02 - Discussion about Nick's skills in Super Smash Bros 00:04:01 - Talking about character abilities in Super Smash Bros 00:05:32 - What it's like being "the bald Matt Rife" 00:07:30 - Matt Rife audition story 00:12:52 - Nick's impressive array of talents 00:14:02 - What Nick enjoys doing the most out of his passions 00:15:06 - Story about a comedic incident 00:18:18 - Transition into spoken word poetry 00:19:57 - Entering the battle rap world 00:21:31 - Observations on being a stand-up comedian 00:22:50 - Discussing the "depressed comic" stereotype 00:23:11 - The importance of maintaining humor 00:24:15 - Modern sensitivities and the impact on comedy 00:27:53 - Audience influence on creative decisions 00:29:43 - Impact of Cancel Culture on careers 00:30:47 - Social justice and bullying 00:31:06 - Entitlement and freedom 00:31:37 - Freestyle rap 00:33:30 - Experiences of being bullied 00:35:13 - Rejecting a trophy in little league 00:37:08 - Dance battling instead of fighting 00:39:19 - Bully challenges to a skate competition 00:40:17 - Eating pigeon with uncle 00:41:22 - Running into a mailbox 00:43:24 - Rapid fire word association game 00:44:52 - Current state of the country (February 20th) 00:45:10 - HBO recommendation 00:45:55 - Closing remarks and introduction to game 00:46:09 - Meme caption game 00:47:21 - Conclusion of the episode and goodbyes

    49 min

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Welcome to The Nectar University Podcast, where we bring in handpicked guests from all walks of life for unpredictable conversations. Each episode is a wild mix of sharp banter and real talk about life, creativity, and the unconventional paths our guests have taken. Get ready for laughter, unexpected twists, and a few moments that might make you soil yourself. We’re here to dig into the messy stories behind their success and have a laugh while doing it.