Best Buddy Book Club Podcasts (2025)

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The Art of Winning - Bill Belichick - Episode 126 45:16

21h ago45:16

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The Buddies tackled Bill Belichick's "The Art of Winning" with the religious devotion only Patriots fans can muster. The Buddies got to chatting about why selfish players are actually fine, the tragic lack of insider Patriots secrets, and whether comparing NFL salary caps to office vlookups should be a crime. They also debated who should play Belic…

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

1d ago18:07

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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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Maureen Johnson's TRULY DEVIOUS - May 2025 Book Club 35:59

6d ago35:59

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Have you read Truly Devious by Maureen Johnson—or maybe even the whole series? In this May 2025 Book Club episode, we’re diving into the twisty world of Ellingham Academy with Stevie Bell and company. But first, we kick things off with a Bookish Check-In. Ashley’s reading Somewhere Beyond the Sea by TJ Klune (yes, the sequel to The House in the Cer…

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S4 Episode 90 - Murder, Gossip, Sex! 31:31

7d ago31:31

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We start today's episode with some hot show biz goss about Colman Domingo, the show biz industry in general, and the Met Gala. Then we delve into the subject of MURDER!!!! Support Obscure! Read Michael's substack Follow Michael on Twitter Follow Michael on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at ht…

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Malibu Rising - Taylor Jenkins Reid - Episode 125 52:36

7d ago52:36

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The Buddies hit the waves with Taylor Jenkins Reid's "Malibu Rising". If you enjoy family drama with deadbeat dads, cocaine platters, and specialty seafood sandwiches that sound absolutely disgusting, this book is for you! The Buddies got to chatting about sympathizing with terrible fathers (because of diet failures), the economics of therapy vs. l…

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

8d ago1:03:13

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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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John Henton Standup Comedy Bonus Show #125 5:36

12d ago5:36

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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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S4 Episode 89 - Presumably Containing Lunch 28:55

14d ago28:55

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As the number of listeners continues to dwindle (and, honestly, why it hasn't disappeared altogether is a mystery to me), your host recounts a visit to Los Angeles, relays some VERY strong opinions on Taco Bell, and reads a bit of a work of classic literature while commenting on it as he goes. Support Obscure! Read Michael's substack Follow Michael…

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

15d ago25:36

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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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HEARTSTOPPER on Screen: Discussing Alice Oseman’s Beloved Series 35:21

19d ago35:21

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Have you watched the Heartstopper series or read the graphic novels by Alice Oseman? In this episode, we’re sharing a conversation that originally aired on Patreon all about the pilot episode of Heartstopper, based on Oseman’s beloved graphic novel series. Before we dive into the adaptation, we kick things off with a bookish check-in—Ashley shares …

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S4 Episode 88 - Some Honest to God Celebrity Hot Goss 31:57

21d ago31:57

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Reporting this episode from a haunted condominium in Hollywood, California! Ok, it's not haunted and, strictly speaking it isn't in Hollywood. But here within, your host relates a VERY JUICY Colman Domingo story (it's not that juicy, or that interesting). And Clyde continues to f things up. No surprise there. Support Obscure! Read Michael's substac…

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The Housemaid - Freida McFadden - Episode 124 47:05

22d ago47:05

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The Buddies made their way to Brooklyn for Freda McFadden's thriller, "The Housemaid”. If you enjoy psychological thrillers with questionable characters, glaring red flags, and DIY dental work, this book is for you! The Buddies got to chatting about driving a great car (namely a 2011 Nissan Sentra), torture, Family Feud, gaslighting, and much more.…

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

22d ago34:10

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

27d ago9:15

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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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S4 Episode 87 - The Fifth of June Arriving 32:07

28d ago32:07

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For the umpteenth episode, Clyde is torn between his former flame and the current inferno warming him from the direction of Twelfth Lake. A gravid Bob is at a critical junction, the time of decision-making is at hand. Clyde must marry her or find some other solution to the problem. The obvious solution? MURDER!!! Support Obscure! Read Michael's sub…

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

30d ago28:43

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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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Sunrise on the Reaping - Suzanne Collins - Episode 123 51:53

30d ago51:53

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The Buddies tackle Suzanne Collins' Sunrise on the Reaping, the Hunger Games prequel that follows a young Haymitch Abernathy. If you liked the Hangover 2, Dumb & Dumber 2, and the Han Solo movie, then this book is for you. Not a lot of positive comments in this one, but the Buddies did wander into some bizarre tangents around spitting, gleeking, tr…

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

1M ago2:49

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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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S3 S3 - Out on a Limb & Out of the Woods By Hannah Bonam-Young 52:05

1M ago52:05

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Send us a text Holly & LA chat about Hannah Bonam-Young's Out books Out on a Limb & Out of the Woods, let's just say that both women felt one book was quite out of reach of the other. (Does that pun work?) Next episode join Holly & LA as they discuss Noel Stark's debut book Love, Camera, Action: A Novel! Have a book you want us to cover? Want to sp…

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S4 Episode 86 - It was not right. It was not fair 33:51

1M ago33:51

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Some real moments of irritation from your host this week as he loses patience with both Bob AND Ted Dreiser. Now maybe it's on account of your host's sore back or maybe it's because your host thinks he knows better than one of the nation's great writers. Who can say. Support Obscure! Read Michael's substack Follow Michael on Twitter Follow Michael …

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Carl's Doomsday Scenario - Matt Dinniman - Episode 122 40:23

1M ago40:23

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The Buddies strapped in for book 2 (or some may say book 1.5) of the Dungeon Crawler Carl series with Carl's Doomsday Scenario by Matt Dinniman. While this book may have not advanced the story too much, the Buddies had a good time reading and got into chatting about, AIM chatting, binge reading, and why being less intelligent and less sensitive is …

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

1M ago10:41

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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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Javier Zamora’s SOLITO - April 2025 Book Club 43:59

1M ago43:59

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In this month’s Book Club episode, we’re discussing Solito by Javier Zamora, a powerful memoir that chronicles his journey as a nine year old traveling alone from El Salvador to the United States. With vivid detail and emotional clarity, Zamora recounts the two-month trek that took him across borders, through deserts, and into the hands of stranger…

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S4 Episode 85 - Speaking of Bobs 33:18

1M ago33:18

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A couple of Bobs on the podcast this time around, one the familiar Bob of episodes past, the knocked-up one. Then there's another Bob, only mentioned once and as an aside from your narrator. But what is the nature of this second, mysterious Bob? Only a careful listen will reveal the answer!!!! Support Obscure! Read Michael's substack Follow Michael…

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

1M ago16:36

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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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S4 Episode 84 - A Dark Cloud Which Shadowed This Other 32:48

2M ago32:48

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A sleepy host, a pregnant Bob, and a potential lover who, in the mind of your host, looks like a comic book character. Clyde and Roberta remain in their pregnancy pickle while Sondra Finchley, in the shadows, seeks out young Master Griffiths. All is both well and deeply unwell on the dark streets of Lycurgus, New York. Support Obscure! Read Michael…

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

2M ago45:21

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

2M ago8:11

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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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How Buddy Reads Boost Our Young Adult Reading 32:51

2M ago32:51

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Have you ever found that reading with a friend makes a book even better? In this episode, we (Jen and Ashley) dive into the joys of buddy reading, spotlighting some of our favorite young adult books we've read together through Unabridgedpod Buddy Reads—a community reading experience we host monthly on Instagram. We share how these reads have shaped…

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S4 Episode 83 - On Celebrating and Not Celebrating 33:57

2M ago33:57

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The episode begins with a reflection on St. Patrick's Day in Savannah, which - your host is told - is the nation's 3rd largest St. Patty's Day celebration. So while revelers drink themselves into a stupor down south, up north in Lycurgus, NY, our friends Clyde and Roberta struggle with the continually growing problem of Bob's pregnancy. But now, wi…

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

2M ago23:02

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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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First Lie Wins - Ashley Elston - Episode 121 45:15

2M ago45:15

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The Buddies dove into Ashley Elston's 2024 thriller First Lie Wins, and let's just say they weren't thrilled. The Buddies found the book lacking in both thrills and twists, so they tried to provide some in this podcast. They got to talking about group chats, guardian angels, bathroom etiquette at parties, and a clever use of a zip lock bag. So join…

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S4 Episode 82 - Horny Young People 33:38

2M ago33:38

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When you think about it, isn't all art about horny young people? Sure it is. And where does it all lead? No place good. Which is how you end up with a couple poor saps out there in Lycurgus, NY trying to extract themselves from a situation in which they placed themselves by virtue of their own damned horniness. And that's where we pick up this week…

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Dungeon Crawler Carl - Matt Dinniman - Episode 120 42:08

2M ago42:08

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The Buddies ventured into Matt Dinniman’s Dungeon Crawler Carl, a lit-RPG novel. A lit-RPG novel, for those of you that don’t know, is basically a story told more like a video game RPG (we’re guessing, as this is our first time ever reading one). This book had the Buddies chatting about Cats, Nick Arcade, and the merits of Public Urination. Looking…

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

2M ago42:25

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

2M ago7:43

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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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