Sad Boyz Highlights
Hosted by Sad Boyz
Two YouTubers, Jarvis Johnson and Jordan Adika, humorously critique and analyze internet culture, from viral trends and tech ethics to online scams.
This is the official clips channel for the 'Sad Boyz' comedy podcast. Each video is a digestible segment from a longer, free-form conversation where hosts Jarvis Johnson and Jordan Adika react to internet ephemera—like viral videos, questionable tech, and social media trends—and use it as a launchpad for broader cultural critique. They apply a mix of personal anecdotes, skeptical analysis, and comedic bits to deconstruct topics like online dating bots, 'rizz' influencers, and the Mandela Effect.
“The show's distinction lies in the hosts' chemistry and their specific blend of skepticism and humor. While many react to internet content, Jarvis and Jordan's background in tech and creator ecosystems provides a unique lens, allowing them to connect a funny TikTok to the corporate accountability of Meta or the gamification of dating apps. [WSy5DCa9wLE, CdP-yThKmNE]”
Who hosts this show
Sad Boyz is a comedy podcast hosted by YouTubers Jarvis Johnson and Jordan Adika. The two met while working at Patreon—Jarvis as a software engineer and Jordan in creator relations—and now co-host the show dissecting modern internet culture. This 'Highlights' channel features clips from their main podcast, where they react to and analyze everything from 'glitch in the matrix' TikToks to the ethics of filming strangers with smart glasses.
Credentials & credits
- Jarvis Johnson: BS in Computer Science, Georgia Institute of Technology
- Jarvis Johnson: Former Senior Software Engineer / Engineering Manager at Patreon
- Jarvis Johnson: Former Software Engineer at Yelp
- Jarvis Johnson: Former Engineering Practicum Intern at Google
- Jordan Adika: BA in Film, University College Falmouth
- Jordan Adika: Former Creator Relations Talent Lead at Patreon
Other ventures
- Sad Boyz (main podcast)
- Jarvis Johnson (YouTube Channel)
- Jordan Adika (YouTube Channel)
- Jarvis Johnson! GOLD (YouTube Channel)
What kind of podcast
- Format
- Clips
- Country
- United States
- Region
- usa
When new episodes drop
- 01The World Cup Has Injected Culture Into AmericaJun 23, 2026 · 27 min
- 02Dudes With Meta Glasses Need To StopJun 17, 2026 · 30 min
- 03It Was Only A Matter Of TimeJun 15, 2026 · 25 min
- 04GenZ Has Reinvented The Mandela EffectJun 10, 2026 · 22 min
- 05AI Praise In Grad Speeches Keeps BackfiringMay 27, 2026 · 29 min
- 06The Gender Pseudoscience Guy Still Makes No SenseMay 19, 2026 · 29 min
- 07The "Almond Boyfriend" EpidemicMay 7, 2026 · 25 min
- 08New Type Of Pick-Me Just DroppedApr 29, 2026 · 27 min
Notable episodes
- 01Dudes With Meta Glasses Need To Stop
A representative breakdown of the show's format, where the hosts critique the trend of 'rizz' influencers using Meta's camera glasses to secretly film people, leading to a discussion on tech ethics and corporate accountability. [CdP-yThKmNE]
- 02It Was Only A Matter Of Time [AI on Dating Apps]
The hosts share personal experiences with bots on dating apps, which spirals into a real-time investigation of Match Group's market monopoly and the gamification of modern dating. [WSy5DCa9wLE]
- 03GenZ Has Reinvented The Mandela Effect
This episode showcases the hosts' dynamic as they analyze 'glitch in the matrix' TikToks, with one host offering skeptical, scientific explanations for strange occurrences while the other explores the entertainment of the mystery. [vYJGPVf7kT8]
- 04The World Cup Has Injected Culture Into America
A discussion on the cultural perceptions of America from the perspective of international visitors for the World Cup, highlighting the show's ability to analyze social media narratives, such as the dual view of the US as a 'theme park' and a 'hellscape'. [Hsh_i8Kr4b4]
What you'll be asked on this show
This is not an interview show. The format is a conversational, co-hosted discussion between Jarvis Johnson and Jordan Adika. They do not conduct interviews with guests; instead, they use internet content like TikTok videos, news articles, and social media profiles as the primary subject for their comedic analysis and commentary.
This is a co-hosted conversational show, not an interview show; the 'Sad Boyz Highlights' channel specifically packages clips from the main podcast. The format is built around the two hosts reacting to and deconstructing viral videos or social media posts, often leading to broader discussions on psychology, tech, and internet culture. [vYJGPVf7kT8] The dynamic often involves one host being more logically skeptical while the other leans into the comedic absurdity of the topic.
Signature segments
- · Reacting to and deconstructing viral internet videos
- · The 'Sad Boyz' and 'Emotional Perverts' branding
- · Referring to the human brain as 'funky meat'
- · Analyzing the business models behind internet trends
- · Sharing personal anecdotes to illustrate points
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
The show is a two-host format and does not typically feature guests in the episodes analyzed.
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
No sponsors or ads were mentioned in the analyzed episodes on the highlights channel. The main podcast has a Patreon for bonus episodes.
Subscriber and view counts are pulled live from YouTube and re-verified on a 30-day cycle. Listener estimates for the RSS feed aren't published here unless they're host-verified.
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People also ask
- Who are the hosts of Sad Boyz?
- The podcast is hosted by YouTubers Jarvis Johnson and Jordan Adika.
- What are the hosts' backgrounds?
- Jarvis Johnson is a former software engineer with a computer science degree from Georgia Tech who worked at Patreon, Yelp, and Google. Jordan Adika has a degree in film and worked in creator relations at Patreon, which is where the two met.
- Is 'Sad Boyz Highlights' the full podcast?
- No, this is a YouTube channel for clips. The full, weekly audio and video podcast is available on platforms like YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts under the name 'Sad Boyz'.
- What is the format of the show?
- It is a conversational comedy show where the two co-hosts react to and analyze internet culture, such as viral videos, social media trends, and new technology. It is not an interview-based show.
- Does the podcast have guests?
- The show is primarily a two-person format. While the main podcast has had occasional guests for special live shows, the regular format does not feature interviews.
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- [01]Sad Boyz Official Websitesadboyzpod.com
- [02]Jarvis Johnson - Wikipediaen.wikipedia.org
- [03]Sad Boyz Wiki | Fandomsad-boyz.fandom.com
- [04]Jordan Adika | Sad Boyz Wiki - Fandomsad-boyz.fandom.com
- [05]Software Engineer Turned Youtuber - Jarvis Johnson | Y Combinatorycombinator.com
- [06]Real Talk with Jarvis Johnson | Mediummedium.com
- [07]Sad Boyz on Apple Podcastspodcasts.apple.com
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