Dope As Usual Podcast
A smoke-filled, long-form interview show where a cannabis influencer and his producer co-host have unfiltered, chaotic conversations with comedians and friends.
This is a long-form interview podcast, primarily hosted by cannabis influencer Dope as Yola (Thomas Araujo) and his co-host Marty O'Neill. Set in a casual, smoke-friendly studio, the show features free-flowing, often chaotic conversations with guests, typically comedians or figures from the cannabis world. The hosts use wildly personal anecdotes and playful roasting to create a relaxed, unstructured atmosphere that feels like an authentic hangout.
“The show's deep integration with cannabis culture is its most defining feature; smoking is constant and the host is a major influencer in that space. Unlike more structured interview shows, its chaotic, tangent-filled, and roast-heavy style creates the feeling of an authentic, unfiltered hangout session rather than a formal interview.”
Who hosts this show
Dope As Usual is an independent podcast hosted by cannabis influencer Thomas Araujo (Dope As Yola) and producer Marty O'Neill. Araujo, a prominent YouTuber known for his storytelling and cannabis content, launched the podcast to bridge the gap between cannabis culture and mainstream media. O'Neill, initially a behind-the-scenes producer, joined as a co-host, and together they've grown the show into a globally recognized platform known for its authenticity and unfiltered conversations with guests from comedy, music, and sports.
Credentials & credits
- YouTuber / Content Creator
- Podcast Host
- Founder of Push Trees (clothing brand)
- Founder of The Dopest Shop (THC/HHC brand)
- TED Talk Speaker
- Spotify for Creators Brand Ambassador
Other ventures
- The Dopest Shop
- Push Trees
- Dope As Yola (YouTube Channel)
What kind of podcast
- Country
- United States
- Region
- usa
When new episodes drop
- 01
- 02Funny Over Everything w/ Luenell | DOPE AS USUAL PodcastJun 23, 2026 · 1h 06m
- 03DMT w/ OGEE | DOPE AS USUAL PodcastJun 16, 2026 · 1h 47m
- 04new dropJun 9, 2026 · 8 min
- 05Drama In The Family | DOPE AS USUAL PodcastJun 9, 2026 · 1h 58m
- 06New DropJun 2, 2026 · 7 min
- 07Different Dimensions w/ Craig Conant | DOPE AS USUAL PodcastJun 2, 2026 · 1h 33m
- 08liveMay 26, 2026 · 5 min
Notable episodes
- 01Funny Over Everything w/ Luenell
A quintessential example of the show's interview style, featuring wild stories from both comedian Luenell and host Dope as Yola.
- 02DMT w/ OGEE
Showcases the chaotic, roast-heavy dynamic with a returning guest, including a prank and unstructured conversation.
- 03Reacting to the Dustin Poirier arrest
Demonstrates the non-interview "UNRESTRICTED" commentary format, where the hosts react to viral videos.
What you'll be asked on this show
Dope as Yola (Thomas) opens interviews casually, often with a personal check-in about a guest's recent life event. He builds rapport not by asking a linear set of questions, but by sharing his own deeply personal and often wild anecdotes to encourage reciprocal openness from his guests. This creates a very casual, tangent-driven conversation that feels more like a hangout than a formal interview. He and co-host Marty O'Neill use playful roasting and inside jokes, especially with returning guests, to maintain a comedic and chaotic atmosphere. There's no signature closing question; conversations simply wind down naturally.
The show is co-hosted by Dope as Yola and Marty O'Neill, with Yola typically leading interviews. Episodes are very long and conversational, often feeling unstructured with overlapping dialogue and roasting. The hosts frequently smoke with guests and use personal, often extreme, stories to build rapport and encourage openness. The podcast also releases commentary-style episodes under the "Dope as Usual UNRESTRICTED" banner.
Questions the host keeps coming back to
9 cataloguedIf you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when the host reaches for it.
personal
4- Q.01
“You're a grandpa now, how do you feel?”
Used as a casual, personal opening to check in with a returning guest about a major life event.
- Q.02
“What happened to [your hometown] recently... and what's the fix?”
Asks for the guest's personal take on the social and economic issues of their hometown.
- Q.03
“Who's your favorite artist from [your area]?”
A way to connect with a guest over shared geography, culture, and musical tastes.
- Q.04
“Have you had any counseling?”
Asked humorously after the host shares a particularly wild personal story, as a way of bonding over shared chaos.
craft
2- Q.01
“How does voice acting compare to being on camera?”
An opening question used to explore the specifics of a guest's professional craft.
- Q.02
“How do you feel about your latest special produced by [famous person]?”
Probes for the guest's personal feelings and behind-the-scenes details on a recent major project.
origin
1- Q.01
“Have you been knowing [famous collaborator] forever, or is that a new relationship?”
Asks about the origin story of a key professional relationship mentioned by the guest.
industry
2- Q.01
“How would you change LA?”
Pivots the conversation to broader topical issues relevant to the guest's current location.
- Q.02
“How would you fix it?”
A direct follow-up question that presses the guest for specific solutions beyond just identifying problems.
Signature segments
- · Dope as Usual UNRESTRICTED
- · Constant smoking during episodes
- · Host's wild personal anecdotes
- · Stuff a Cholo Has Never Eaten Before
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
The show primarily books comedians (Luenell, Craig Conant), musicians, and friends or recurring personalities from within their circle ("OG"). Guests are typically comfortable with cannabis culture and a loose, explicit, and comedic conversational style.
- Luenellon Funny Over Everything w/ Luenell | DOPE AS USUAL Podcast
- OGEEon DMT w/ OGEE | DOPE AS USUAL Podcast
- Craig Conanton Different Dimensions w/ Craig Conant | DOPE AS USUAL Podcast
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
Sponsors are heavily concentrated in the cannabis and vice industries, including cannabis accessory brands like Puffco, hemp-derived THC companies like Ampersand by Blue River, and online betting sites like My Bookie. The host also heavily promotes his own brands, The Dopest Shop and Push Trees.
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People also ask
- What is Dope As Yola's real name?
- His real name is Thomas Araujo.
- Who are the hosts of Dope As Usual?
- The podcast is hosted by Dope as Yola (Thomas Araujo) and his co-host, Marty O'Neill.
- What is the podcast's format?
- It's primarily a long-form, casual interview show with guests. It also includes commentary-style episodes under the "Dope as Usual UNRESTRICTED" banner.
- Is the podcast still running?
- Yes, it releases new episodes on a weekly basis.
- Where can I listen to Dope As Usual?
- The full video podcast is available on the Dope As Usual Podcast YouTube channel and Spotify.
- What are the hosts' other businesses?
- Dope as Yola founded the streetwear brand Push Trees and the hemp-derived THC company The Dopest Shop. Marty O'Neill runs the creative and production company Drastic Graphics.
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Sources & how this page was built
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- [01]Dope As Usual Podcast Official Websitedopeasusualpodcast.com
- [02]Dope As Yola Becomes First Cannabis YouTuber to Reach 2 Million Subscribersreddit.com
- [03]About - Marty O'Neillmartyoneill.com
- [04]Speaker Details: Thomas "Dope As Yola" Araujobenzinga.com
- [05]Dope As Usual Podcast - YouTubeyoutube.com
- [06]The Dopest Shop - Aboutthedopestshop.com
- [07]Meet the Team Behind the Chart-Topping "DOPE AS USUAL" Podcastdopeasusualpodcast.com
- [08]Thomas Araujo – Dope as Yola - The HoneyDew Podcast with Ryan Sicklerryansickler.com
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