# Escape From Mexico

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Podcast: [The Intellectuals](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-intellectuals-3365624)
Published: 2026-01-09T12:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Guido is back from Mexico, and the stories don’t disappoint. In this episode of Intellectuals , we dive into travel chaos, comedy abroad, winter depression in Canada, and the strange psychology of performing — plus an unhinged Top 5½ countries the USA should “save.” We also talk: Comedy shock bits and burying comics onstage Cruise ship comedy and corporate acts Expats, money, and life in Mexico Just For Laughs, TED talks, and stand-up inside baseball Dark humor, honest conversation, and zero filters. 🎙️ PATREON • https://www.patreon.com/Pantelis​ 🎧 LE STUDIO • https://linktr.ee/lestudiomtl 📍 New episodes weekly Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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