The Rubesletter by Matt Ruby (of Vooza)

Introducing The Rubesletter: A witty and intelligent newsletter created by NYC comedian and writer Matt Ruby. He dives into topics like technology, politics, art, pop culture, wellness, and spirituality. If you appreciate thoughtful insights, have a good sense of humor, and dislike nonsense, this is for you. Every Ruby Tuesday, I deliver the Rubesletter straight to your inbox, and you’re going to enjoy it (subscribe here). Each edition features a mix of humorous jokes, entertaining videos, and engaging essays. Don't miss out—subscribe now to receive the latest Rubesletter right in your inbox!

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Clooney amnesia was the smoking gun

2 weeks ago | mattruby.substack.com | Matt Ruby

The ladies of The View recently asked Joe Biden if he was dealing with “cognitive decline” at the end of his presidency. Guess what? He denied it. What silliness. We really gotta stop asking senile people if they're senile. They're never like, "Yup, ya got me! Now where am I?" No one wants you to take the keys away. And now we’ve got “Original Sin” (melodramatic enough title for ya?), the new book by Jake Tapper and Axios Man No One Knows exploring what happened with Magoogate.
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3 weeks ago | mattruby.substack.com | Matt Ruby

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The ego pandemic

3 weeks ago | mattruby.substack.com | Matt Ruby

As a Gen X guy, I grew up without a smartphone and, increasingly, that makes me feel like some strange experiment where Iām both the control group and the lab rat. I remember what it was like before I had a universe of distraction in my pocket delivering dopamine with every swipe. Back then, Iād do stuff like read books and daydream. Now, Iām just a modern day Sisyphus: Instead of rolling a boulder up a hill, Iām eternally attempting to reach the end of an infinite scroll screen.
Brocasting eats the world

1 month ago | mattruby.substack.com | Matt Ruby

As a comedian, I occasionally get asked about the impact all these comedy podcasters are having on the culture nowadays. My reply: Honestly, I can’t believe y’all are taking them seriously. People obsessed with getting a laugh aren’t who you should turn to for legit commentary or insight. We’re just trying to get over. Consider how much comedians clock clickbait. In effect, the setup to every joke is a plea for engagement. The audience 'clicks' by paying attention.
Is there anything men do better than women?

1 month ago | mattruby.substack.com | Matt Ruby

π Above is a clip from a recent set where I discuss gender and explore if guys have anything left to brag about. More comedy stuff belowβ¦π Iβll be in SF on Thursday night at Lost Church.
The problem with Larry David's takedown of Bill Maher

1 month ago | mattruby.substack.com | Matt Ruby

Douglas Murray vs. Joe Rogan! Larry David vs. Bill Maher! Worlds are colliding. My take on those battles in a minute. But first, I’ve noticed this is a sentence you never hear these days: "I am ignorant on this topic so I'll defer to the experts.”Because that makes for bad clickbait. And bad podcasting. The right way to spin it: Experts suck! Instead, we should place our trust in podcasters and YouTubers who speak quickly, confidently, and charismatically.
The problem with Larry David's takedown of Bill Maher

1 month ago | mattruby.substack.com | Matt Ruby

The problem with Larry David's takedown of Bill MaherOn expertise, Adolf, and the greatest sin in Podcastistan. Paid β’ By Matt Ruby
Disruptors don't obey in advance

1 month ago | mattruby.substack.com | Matt Ruby

âDo not obey in advance. Most of the power of authoritarianism is freely given. In times like these, individuals think ahead about what a more repressive government will want, and then offer themselves without being asked. A citizen who adapts in this way is teaching power what it can do.â-Timothy Snyder in On TyrannyHey tech, where are you?
Chaos! Tariffs, TDS, and a spectacular spit take.

2 months ago | mattruby.substack.com | Matt Ruby

Hereās a recent set where I talk about whatās wrong with Elon Musk, basketball, Germany, gender roles, and more. Ends with the most spectacular spit take Iāve ever experienced while onstage so stick around for that. If you dig this, check out my latest comedy special BOLO, up now at YouTube. And catch me on tour upcoming in SF, Chi, Pitt, DC, and CT. Tickets/info here. Guys, the stock market isn't crashing. You just have TDS (Tariff Derangement Syndrome).
The 27 most overrated foods in our society

2 months ago | mattruby.substack.com | Matt Ruby

The taste oligarchs keep trying to force feed us food fashion and I am here to be THE RESISTANCE. Iâm looking at you, people who use the word âumami.â We get it, you backpacked in Asia, enjoy âthe theater,â and swirl wine before you taste it. Whatever. Youâre also why people hate coastal elites. Iâm tired of being told that trash is treasure by folks trying to make food âfetchâ happen. So here is my list of the most OVERRATED foods. (Go ahead.