Dose of Delusion
Two professionals serving up witty banter, unfiltered opinions, and contagious laughter. Join us in Dose of Delusion as we dissect life's absurdities and navigate the world with humor and touch of delusion.
Episodes
45 episodes
#47: Style, Status & a Little Self-Delusion (w/guest host: Stephanie Lopez)
Okay so Jay finally has an in-person guest (Stephanie) and within seconds they go from cute boys to a full breakdown of “designer delusion” - aka thinking a Lululemon outfit will fix your life all while Jay casually admits he ordered multiple F...
#46: Gay, Straight, and Completely Missing the Point (w/Guest host Max Van Woensel)
Okay so Jay brings on his straight, suspiciously too good of an ally friend Max, and what starts as a chill convo turns into a full-on identity unpacking spiral.They argue about Heated Rivalry. Max says it’s basically g...
#45: The Bread is Moldy And The Gossip is Hot (w/Guest host Dinah Bakeer)
So... AJ is off this week chasing big career dreams, Jay brings Dinah in, and within minutes we’re dealing with angry mothers, engagement ring decision paralysis, and a Jacksonville trip where Jay gets bullied into eating a moldy sandwich like ...
#44: Cardio, Cholesterol, Consequences
Okay so AJ is glowing because Botox, Jay is experimenting with Vaseline like he’s in a dermatology lab, then Jay joins gay kickball and realizes it’s basically the IRS with jerseys. We get mad about shoe rules, talk Benito Bowl and people actin...
REPOST: An Oldie But A Goodie
Jay fumbled so hard this week that he accidentally deleted the entire episode. Like, fully Thanos-snapped our recording into the shadow realm. So today’s drop is an oldie but a goodie, pulled straight from the Dose of Delusion vault because we ...
#42: Inside the West Wing, Outside Our Minds
Jay and AJ swap winter-storm war stories from DC and Texas, roast panic-buying culture, then detour into Jay’s West Wing White House tour (including the Oval Office and the Truman Bowling Alley). AJ shares what he’s been up to socially in...
#41: We’re back, we’ve been busy, and Jay says "whatnot" way too much!
Season 4 is here. Jay and AJ kick off 2026 with intentions (not resolutions), then Jay drops his most unhinged Lyft experience yet: a two-minute pre-recorded “tip me or else” audio, a ride ended early, and a TikTok that went viral. From there i...
#40: Masculinity, Mess, and Missed Exits
Jay and AJ catch up on chaotic nights out, surprise run-ins with RuPaul’s Drag Race girls, and holiday plans that involve more chosen family than blood relatives. Jay recaps a soul-filling trip home, frat-boy mattress life, and a truly unhinged...
#39: Is it gayla or is it gala? (with rising Tejano pop star, Eric Lee)
Jay and AJ open the episode with chaotic banter and AJ’s recap of a fully booked San Antonio weekend of DJs, Sundown Social, and low-key crushing on DJ Surge. Jay then spirals into the saga of the “gayla” disaster: the tux shop was closed, he p...
#37: Barbers, Bravo, and Bad Decisions
In this Dose of Delusion episode, Jay and AJ unpack the consequences of AJ cheating on his hot barber and ending up with a crooked South Side lineup right before major events, while Jay is drowning in government taskers and bingeing ev...
#36: Morally Corrupt, Seasonally Festive
Jay and AJ catch up like two people who survived Halloween on vibes and Amazon Prime. Jay tells the story of him and Renae showing up to a DC house party dressed as “CDC employees laid off by RFK Jr.” with badges so legit people actually though...
#35: From Boston to Bravo: A Crisis in Two Acts
Jay swears he didn’t want to go to Boston, and destiny punished him accordingly; with a sleepy drag show, a performer named Frisky Business, and a full-blown lecture for calling someone “darling.” Meanwhile, AJ was playing Acting Manag...
#33: Day Drinks, Delusions, and DJs
Jay and AJ regroup after a missed week and unleash a full catch-up: AJ leans into day drinking, plays promoter at Sundown Social, and covers over local DJs, while Jay survives a cursed travel run from SLC to LaGuardia that includes surprise TSA...
#32: The Lavender Marriage Files
Jay and AJ catch up like two besties on a layover: AJ just survived COVID and discovered he is now a proud ga(y)mer, Jay is living his hotel upgrade fantasy in Salt Lake with bartender hookups, Park City sightings, and bartender drama that spar...
#31: Pink Boxes and Glass Closets
Season 3 kicks off with Jay plotting a move, flirting with hotel-life, and admitting Taco Bell is now just a sometimes treat.We spiral into the Crumbl cookie circus, pink boxes, TikTok outing drama, and why internalized homophobia is the...
#30: Starting Anew with Laughter and Inspiration
This episode revolves around the theme of growth, reflection, and navigating the complexities of friendships in the new year. The hosts share personal experiences about gym memberships, movie reviews, and the importance of self-worth while addr...
#29: Holiday Parties, Reality TV, and Celebrity Culture
This episode explores the intersection of holiday joy, personal reflections, and cultural commentary. With updates on family happenings, AI discussions, and reality TV gossip, we dive deep into the values of leisure and connection.• Sha...
#28: It’s Giving Chaos: Thanksgiving, Lust for Luigi, Krampus, all while Mercury is in Retrograde
Jay and AJ are back, discussing the ups and downs of the holiday season, from battling Texas chill and attending multiple Thanksgiving dinners to navigating the madness of Black Friday shopping. AJ shares stories of a low-key holiday while Jay ...
#27: Nostalgic Journeys and Reality TV Buzz: A Festive Dive
On this episode of Dose of Delusion, AJ and Jay reflect on their weekend adventures, with AJ revisiting the 80s cult classic Kroll and Jay indulging in a day of relaxation and snacks. Their conversation takes a fun detour thro...
#26: Halloweekend 2024! Costumes and Beards, Oh My!
In this episode, we recount our fun-filled Halloween weekend, packed with creativity and laughter. AJ relives his block party experience, featuring DJ Rue D's performance and a lumberjack costume that sparked a newfound love for facial hair. Me...
#25: Laughter and Legends from the Road to Rooftops to Prophecies
In this spirited episode of "Dose of Delusion," AJ's Red Riding Hood costume sparks hilarious conversations about social escapades, including a charming wedding reconnection and a culinary adventure at a trendy fusion restaurant. AJ's legendary...
#24: We’re back! A Journey Through Friendships, Festivals and Fabulous Queens
Just when you thought it was safe to skip your daily Dose of Delusion, we're back and ready to serve up some serious chaos! In this lively update, AJ, our resident Silver Fox, shares his thrilling new role in property management, reigniting his...
#23: Eclipsing Festival Flops and Diving Deep into the Conspiracy Theory Abyss
In a humorous podcast episode, hosts AJ and Jay recount their narrow escape from the Solar Eclipse Festival, which is on the brink of becoming a social media disaster. Amidst speculation about the festival's fate and their friends still attendi...
#22: Travel Hacks, Economy-Plus Living, and a Candid Look at Body Insecurities and Self-Acceptance
Through anecdotes of navigating travel with grace and kindness, Jay and AJ illustrate how politeness can yield unexpected luxuries and upgrades. The story delves into the human connections forged during travel adventures, from memorable e...