Best Josh Lester Podcasts (2025)

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Bobby Slayton, Don Friesen, & Jeff Jena "Great Standup Comedy" Show #256 18:07

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Send us a text In the world of stand-up comedy, Bobby Slayton, Don Friesen, and Jeff Jena each bring their unique perspectives to the stage, offering a rich tapestry of humor for their audiences. Bobby Slayton, often referred to as the "pit bull of stand-up comedy," is known for his edgy and relatable material that pushes boundaries and captivates …

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Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 446 - Cassidy Lester

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Executive Director for the Symphony of the Mountains Orchestra, Percussionist, Freelancer, and Educator Cassidy Lester stops by to talk about her work with the Symphony (03:05), her freelancing and teaching and how important performing is to her mental health (16:30), growing up in the Tri-Cities region of Tennessee, traveling with family to jam ba…

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438: Jan Jekielek—The Terrible Truth About China 1:29:21

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Jan Jekielek is a senior editor with The Epoch Times and host of “American Thought Leaders.” He has extensively covered the issue of forced organ harvesting in China, particularly concerning Falun Gong practitioners. It is estimated that 60,000 to 100,000 organs annually have been involuntarily extracted from political prisoners in China. Jan’s inv…

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Jesus Delivers From Sin | Brandon Block 47:26

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As the high priest, Jesus delivers from sin in three distinct ways. His salvation isn't partial; it is complete, and it comes from the Father's heart. Jesus delivers us from sin continually and empowers us over sin and will remove us from the sin of the world in the age to come. Tune in to this episode for more as our Pastor Brandon Block delivers …

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Jesus Brings The Sacrifice | Brandon Block 47:28

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The history of the Jews and the Tabernacle runs deep, all the way from Moses to David, Solomon, and into Jesus' time. Jesus is a new revelation of God's heart for worship and the way that He provided Himself as an eternal sacrifice so that all may come in, and God may fill the whole earth. Tune in to this episode at Zion for more. . .…

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"Best Of" Series- Interview with Standup Comic & Radio Star-Tim Bedore Show #255 1:03:13

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Send us a text Part of the "Best Of" Series: Another good interview show featuring headliner Tim Bedore from Minneapolis. He started in Radio, became a good standup comedy Headliner and is famous for his "Bob & Tom" Radio segments called "Vague But True". We get to hear one recorded live on the air. Support the show www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.…

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Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 445 - Luke Haymon

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2025 University of Missouri Master of Music in Percussion Performance graduate Luke Haymon stops by to talk about his final master’s recital (03:55), studying outside of percussion at Mizzou, including conducting with Dr. Christian Noon and piano tuning from Lucy Urlacher (14:15), his overall percussion activities here, including his role as assist…

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John Henton Standup Comedy Bonus Show #125 5:36

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Send us a text A talented young guy worked for me a couple times, and went on to be a strong National, and television standup comic; here is a short comedy set by John Henton. Some very funny material about Prince and on being an African-American in Hawaii....very funny! John Henton achieved national recognition for his engaging and witty performan…

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437: Neal McDonough—Clear the Mechanism 1:30:50

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437: Neal McDonough—Clear the Mechanism The perennial character actor villain turned leading man drops by to talk about the first film where he finally gets to kiss the girl at the end, The Last Rodeo—and that girl is played by his wife, Ruvé. Coincidence? Not a chance. That’s the only way Neal would do it. Neal also discusses how he secured a retu…

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Three Funny Standup Comics: Jack Mayberry, Cash Levy, & Steve Bruner #254 25:36

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Send us a text Jack Mayberry, Cash Levy, and Steve Bruner are seasoned stand-up comedians who each bring a unique perspective to the comedy stage. Jack Mayberry, with his charming Texas drawl, cleverly weaves in serious topics like religion and drug use, turning them into humorous narratives that resonate with audiences nationwide. Cash Levy, celeb…

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436: Garry Ridge—Any Dumbass Can Do It 1:08:09

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Once named one of Inc. magazine’s 10 most admired CEOs, Garry led WD-40 for 25 years. At that time, his leadership and positive corporate culture grew WD-40 into one of the world's most recognized and well-loved brands. In this episode, Garry discusses how he achieved this and why he detailed it in his book, Any Dumbass Can Do It. Many thanks to ou…

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Divine Mothehood | Brandon Block 36:57

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Pastor Brandon explores motherhood according to the divine nature of God and His deposit in every woman who bears children. His nature is beyond our wildest dreams and better than we think. Tune in to this episode this Mothers Day at Zion. . .By Zion

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Ian Williams - "Stand-up Comedy to Teaching" Interview Show #253 34:10

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Send us a text Ian Williams, who embarked on his stand-up comedy journey at 24 while studying at the University of Illinois, has long navigated the challenging balance between his comedic passion and his roles as a high school and special education teacher. Faced with the evolving dynamics of comedy clubs often catering to younger audiences, Ian ha…

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Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 444 - Josh Graham (Part 2)

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University of Illinois Percussion Professor Josh Graham returns to talk about his post-master’s degree years in Michigan and taking non-music opportunities to make it work (02:15), moving to Chicago, getting his doctorate at the University of Illinois, getting more fully into chamber music, and his time teaching at the University of Northern Iowa (…

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Larry Wilson "What is Magic" Standup Comedy Bonus Show #124 9:15

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Send us a text On this Bonus Show, my good Friend and Comic/Magician of theYear...Larry Wilson, explains the difference between Magic and being Fooled...very funny! He has a great story to make his point. His standup comedy and magic has always been a hit with the audiences. Be sure to check out Larry Wilson's Podcast: "How to Talk to Humans" Suppo…

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435: Josh Smith & Bayard Winthrop—Shut Up and Make It! 1:32:44

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Amid the tariff wars, Mike sits down with two men whose businesses are NOT affected by foreign supply chains. Josh is a master bladesmith and founder of the Montana Knife Company, and Bayard is founder and CEO of American Giant. Both men are uniquely positioned to discuss the benefits and pitfalls of making products entirely in the United States. B…

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This New Is Better | Brandon Block 54:01

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Sometimes it's hard to buy into new when new doesn't live up to the old. In Hebrews, the author is continually writing to convince its readers of how incredibly great Jesus is and his new covenant. Today, we talk about this new covenant that has been on God's heart all along, that He would make a new promise based on a new reality, and it is far be…

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"Best Of" Series-Musical Standup Comedy w/Bob Saget, Dana Carvey, Denny Johnston, & Yakov Smirnoff Show #252 28:43

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Send us a text Part of the "Best Of" Series...This special show features 6 standup comics all using music to make you Laugh. From Bob Saget to Yakov Smirnoff, they all did some music in their live sets; and on this show we share that music. You'll hear comics Tim O'Rourke, Dana Carvey, Denny Johnston, Paul Robins, Bob Saget, and Yakov all sing and …

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Jokes by Seinfeld, Ronny Kenny, and Interview of Yakov Smirnoff Podcast Trailer #1 2:49

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Send us a text Short trailer for the podcast, that explains the shows with material from Jerry Seinfeld (regular at my comedy clubs), Ronney Kenny (Comedy Store Talent and Friend), and sample from great interview with Famous Russian Comic Yakov Smirnoff, who is still performing and has his own theater in Branson Missouri. Support the show www.Stand…

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Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 443 - Josh Graham (Part 1)

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Freelancer, Performer, and Director of Percussion Activities at the University of Illinois Josh Graham stops by to talk about his work with the F PLUS chamber trio (04:55), his job at Illinois and replacing legends there (19:20), growing up near Detroit, getting into percussion, and the novels of William Faulkner (38:30), his undergrad years at the…

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434: Sarah Yourgrau—People You Should Know 1:30:51

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You may know Sarah as the on-camera producer from Facebook’s Returning the Favor with Mike Rowe. She is also a two-time Emmy-winning storyteller, social anthropologist, founder and CEO of Common Ground Studios, and the absolute cheeriest person you’ll ever meet! Sarah talks with Mike about their new show, People You Should Know, which will premiere…

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Jesus, Stand In For Me | Josh Lester 54:12

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As a follower of Jesus, you have rightful access to righteousness, peace, and joy—not through a system, a list of rules, or traditions. These gifts are yours because Jesus stands in your place. This week at Zion, Pastor Josh will guide us through Hebrews chapters 6 and 7, explaining how Jesus is appointed as our High Priest forever. Tune in to this…

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Susan Morrison, Author "LORNE, The Man Who Invented SNL" Show #251 35:39

1M ago35:39

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Send us a text Susan Morrison, a seasoned writer at The New Yorker with a rich background in cultural journalism, has crafted an insightful biography titled "Lorne Michaels, the Man Who Invented Saturday Night Live." Her admiration for Michaels' profound impact on American culture and standup comedy through SNL inspired her to explore the enigmatic…

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Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 442 - Thomas Taylor

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North Carolina Central University Percussion Professor, Freelancer, Bandleader, and Composer Thomas Taylor stops by to talk about his career so far at NCCU (03:25), the music program and jazz program there and its place in the state (16:50), his freelancing career (33:40), growing up in Elizabeth City (NC), his early life in percussion, and playing…

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Mike Lukas "The Business of Standup Comedy" Book - Bonus Show #123 10:41

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Send us a text Mike Lukas is a seasoned stand-up comic with over 24 years of experience and the author of "The Business of Comedy," a standup comedy book that fills a crucial gap in the industry by focusing on the often-overlooked business side of comedy. As an instructor at the Dallas Comedy Club, Lukas emphasizes the importance of understanding o…

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433: Coffee with Mom—That Toy Really Sucks 1:07:44

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Peggy Rowe, a.k.a. Mike’s three-time NYT bestselling mom, is back for a check-in. In this episode you’ll hear about the horrors of hoarding, books you’ll never read, dancin’ chicken, crab pickin’, and a Mother’s Day story about a toy that really sucks! Big thanks to our terrific sponsors AuraFrames.com/Mike Use code: Mike to get $35 off their best-…

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If I Were God: A Look at Easter | Brandon Block 39:02

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The Easter story is beautiful and powerful all on its own, and it’s nothing like what we would do if we were God. Take a look with us into the Easter story as Pastor Brandon unpacks God‘s heart for humanity with this episode, "If I Were God: A Look at Easter".

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Wendy Liebman & Tom McTigue "Standup Comedy Live on Stage" Show #250 16:36

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Send us a text We have comedienne Wendy Liebman and standup comic/actor Tom McTigue as our comedy guests this week. They share loads of standup comedy material, and each in their unique way. Both played my club "Laughs Unlimited" back in the day, and both have had wonderful careers thanks to standup comedy. Listen, Laugh, & Share! Wendy Liebman and…

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432: Gene Simmons—The Sun Never Sets on Planet Cool 1:15:54

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The multilingual, bass-thumping, capitalist dives into what made him fall in love with America, his unforgettable first job involving prosthetic testes, and the etymology of the word a**hole. It’s a free-wheeling discussion from Moses to Superman and everything in between. Shout out to our great sponsors ZipRecruiter.com/Rowe to try ZipIntro for FR…

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Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 441 - Mark Reynolds (Part 2)

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Sabian Cymbal Company National Director of Sales and Education for Music Schools and Director of the Ohio State University Marching Band drumline Mark Reynolds returns to talk about growing up in Columbus, OH, his early days playing percussion, and rolling skating and bowling as a young man (03:30), going to Ohio State for undergrad (18:40), gettin…

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On God | Brandon Block 55:57

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The nature of an oath depends on a power bigger than yourself. God swears on an oath that we are His, and His covenant with us is secure in Him. That's on God. Tune in for another episode full of wisdom as we hear from our pastor Brandon Block here at Zion.By Zion

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"Best Of" Series- John Pate/Pat Paulsen- Interview, Standup Comedy, and the Almost President- Show #249 45:21

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Send us a text John Pate and Pat Paulsen, two respected figures in the comedy world, both have distinct perspectives on being a standup comic and the invaluable role of comedy clubs in shaping their careers. John Pate fondly remembers his performances at LAUGHS Unlimited, appreciating the vibrant atmosphere and the opportunities that the comedy clu…

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Distractions Disguised as Opportunities | Allison Weedin 1:04:25

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In this podcast episode Worship Pastor, Allison Weedin explores what it means to stay on assignment with God - especially when the easier option looks more appealing. Through the story of Jonah, we see how even well-intentioned opportunities can become distractions when they pull us away from our calling. This episode will challenge you to course c…

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Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 440 - Mark Reynolds (Part 1)

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Sabian Cymbal Company National Director of Sales and Education for Music Schools and Director of the Ohio State University Marching Band drumline Mark Reynolds stops by to talk about his Sabian job, the school rewards program, and folks who professionally represent Sabian well (03:45), the Ohio State drumline job, updating the sound and look of the…

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Jamie Alcroft "Laffs 4 Life" Organ Donor Project/Standup Comedy update! Bonus Show #122 8:11

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Send us a text Jamie Alcroft (previously part of popular comedy team of "Mack & Jamie" and TV's "Comedy Break") has done it again! About 18 months ago we did an interview where Jamie was trying to set up an Organ Donor "Thank-you" program at comedy clubs. The "Comedy & Magic Club" in Hermosa Beach was the first supporter. BUT now the "Levity Live" …

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431: David Bahnsen—Poor Smart and Desperate 1:16:52

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David Bahnsen is the founder, managing partner, and chief investment officer of The Bahnsen Group, which manages over seven billion dollars in assets. He’s also a podcaster, author, and Christian intellectual. His book, Full Time: Work and the Meaning of Life, is simpatico with Mike’s S.W.E.A.T. pledge. Big thanks to our awesome sponsors American-G…

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Jesus is My Security | Brandon Block 1:01:23

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As much as we would like to have the sense of security that we could never, EVER throw away our salvation, the Bible gives us many warnings. Pastor Brandon dissects the scripture as a whole and calls the people of God to remain in the security and salvation of Jesus Christ. Tune in to this episode to discover the five warnings to remain in Jesus.…

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Kermet Apio & Cash Levy "Live Standup Comedy on Stage" Show #248 23:02

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Send us a text Really fun standup comedy podcast starring Kermet Apio and Cash Levy. Both of these acts are clean, very funny, and talk about topics we can all relate to. I know you will enjoy this show...Plus a special Bonus where Kermet Apio does a fake radio ad for Hawaiian tourist...Hilarious! Listen, Enjoy, and Share! Kermet Apio and Cash Levy…

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Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 439 - Joby Burgess

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U.K.-based percussionist, session musician and performer Joby Burgess stops by to talk about all things session musician work and his career in chamber music (03:00), his album A Percussionist’s Songbook (42:20), growing up in western England, his piano background, and his time as a university student at the Guildhall School (54:30), and finishing …

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Jesus Is Maturity | Brandon Block 56:04

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The Christian life is often summarized in doctrines, foundational statements, and in learning as much as we can about what it means to be a Christian. The writer of Hebrews urges us to move on to maturity, not just laying a foundation, but progressing to the person of Jesus. And, Lord willing, that is what we will do. Tune into this episode as Past…

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"Best Of Series" - "Walk Like an Egyptian" Comedy Club Waitress Interview Show #247 42:25

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Send us a text Podcast features interview with Lynn Stobener and 2 waitresses from the club (Patti Sewel & Sherri Morsett), their stories and memories of working in the service side of the standup comedy business. Also a great Comedy set by Paula Poundstone to highlight women in comedy. Lynn Stobener, Sherri Morsett, and Patti Sewel each bring uniq…

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Dana Carvey Shares Jokes About Being a Dad #143 7:08

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Send us a text On this week's show, my good Friend Dana Carvey talks about his two Son';s...Dex & Tom. He shares with the audience what it is like having kids and how names and atitudes get formed. His examples include "Sting" and Mike Tyson"...very funny! Support the show Hosted by: R. Scott Edwards Please Write a Review: in-depth walk through for…

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Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 438 - Von Hansen

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Washburn University (KS) Percussion Professor, Composer, and Performer Von Hansen stops by to talk about his recent album Mortal Coil (03:15), his Percussion and Composition job at Washburn (16:05), growing up in Topeka and the wide array of musical experiences of his early life (25:30), going to Washburn for undergrad and studying with Tom Morgan …

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Jesus Is Totally Submitted | Brandon Block 51:55

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Jesus was appointed by God, much like the priests of the Old Testament. Similar to these priests, Jesus was chosen to make sacrifices for the people and to also be the sacrifice. His compassion stems from his humanity and the fact that he fully yielded himself in obedience, reverence, and submission to God the Father. Because of this, God performed…

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Andy Roberts "Marriage & Drinking" Standup Comedy Bonus Show #104 7:43

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Send us a text At Laughs Unlimited we had a new bartender from England who wanted to do standup comedy...this short fun set is by Andy Roberts, bartender turned comic...funny, if not raw material about marriage and drinking. Yes! He ended up Divorced, Ha! Support the show www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.com Free APP on all Apple & Android phones...…

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430: Enrico Colantoni—The Balls on this Guy! 1:34:36

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Award-winning actor and old friend Rico drops by for a hysterical, if not irreverent, hang with Mike and Chuck, friends he’s had for 40+ years. There is laughter; there are tears, and there is laughter that turns into tears. Warning: Don’t listen while drinking coffee in front of a computer. Tip o’ the hat to our excellent sponsors ZipRecruiter.com…

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Bentoni & Del Van Dyke- Locals That Went to Standup Comedy Pros! Show #246 21:58

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Send us a text Two really good Friends of mine that got their start at my clubs Laughs Unlimited, Bentoni and Del Van Dyke, both got their start and went on to be professional standup comics working the road, my TV Shows, and more! You will enjoy these two as they talk about Parents and basketball to flying SouthWest Airlines...funny stuff! Support…

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Jay Leno Funny 80's Comedy Material #142 6:46

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Send us a text Here is a short comedy set by Jay Leno recorded back in the early 80's. He honed his material at clubs like mine back in the day, and as you will hear, dated or not...Funny is Funny! Very good material relatable to all of the audience. Listen, Enjoy, & Share! Support the show Hosted by: R. Scott Edwards Please Write a Review: in-dept…

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Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 437 - Brian Blume

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U.S. Army’s Pershing’s Own Ceremonial Band Percussionist Brian Blume stops by to talk about his military music job and his work with TapSpace Publications (02:35), his composition history (22:25), growing up in Indiana with music director parents, and his piano and sports background (30:30), attending Indiana University for undergrad and his drum c…

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429: Gary Sinise—The Importance of Showing Up 1:21:10

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The multi-award-winning actor, chronic philanthropist, and all-around outstanding human drops by to talk about his son, Mac Sinise, who sadly passed away January 5, 2024. Gary shares Mac’s story and the musical compositions he left behind, all of which can be found on Resurrection & Revival parts 1 and 2, which are available on vinyl here. The thre…

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