The guys discuss the idea of celebrities doing ordinary things and how it becomes news. What about a service where normal people can hire paparazzi to make them feel famous? Luke talks about the joy of gift-giving and the pressure to find the perfect gift. There is some anxiety in gift exchanges. Technology is impacting amusement parks and algorith…

Welcome to another Sunday evening at the Branyan/McKinney table--after another great Sabbath day of family fellowship and DISC GOLF. Yes, The Peaches will allow a Disc Golf Recap today, since her husband accomplished something totally world-changing... Then: John's yardwork adventures aren't getting any less painful. Hear the latest injury story, e…

Hey, Neighbor! John has some things he wants to say--while the Peaches and the Pod Ninja ignore him... Did you hear about the man (or is it a woman?) who failed the gender test in women's boxing? Did you know even CONSERVATIVES are struggling to understand what makes someone a woman? Tune in for this biology-heavy lecture on female hormones, fertil…

Another riff session with the gang. Among other topics, we discuss the intrigue of candy hearts and how the Handmaid's Tale would be a different story from the male perspective.By John Branyan

John is sweaty. Peaches is sweaty. But the baby doesn't mind... Luke hurt his tongue...twice. And, eventually we get around to talking about being "counter-cultural." Viva la Revolucion! You can email the Comedian's family at Nextdoor@johnbranyan.com.By John Branyan

Join us as we workshop some ideas for comedy. It's possible you'll have a laugh, but we can't promise that.By John Branyan

New Baby Bridger is at the table! He has been a little cranky lately, so we'll see if he makes himself heard... The baby is hearing and smelling new things, while old men are LOSING those senses. John remembers the old man neighbor who used to "putter" around and do Old Man things when John was a kid. That's the neighbor whose bushes were set on fi…

We're riffing on the destructive force of children, pro wrestling, and the back of IKEA stores. Plus some other random thoughts. Join us for another comedy writing session.By John Branyan

It’s just you and me. No other podcast pals, just us. So, if you’ve been with us before, you know there was a baby on the way. Well, that baby has now made his grand entrance, and as predicted, it’s shaken up the podcast schedule. I feared the podcast might be canceled, but The Peaches assured me, "No worries, Dad, I'll pop out the baby, and we’ll …

Join us for another comedy riff session. We'll talk about slow motion, Paul Bunyan's actual size, antiquated messaging systems and some other stuff. We had fun. Maybe you will too!By John Branyan

This is an absolute carnival of Branyan Family Improv. That is to say, we're just shooting the breeze and telling stories... Hear us talk about: -Squeaky birthing balls and Lactation Chairs -Why milk is bad in New Mexico -What squirrels have in common with Jared Leto (spoilers: it's the way they talk) -Tech issues and new equipment -Fortunately/Unf…

We're launching a new show that will hopefully ease a bit of the pain caused by the end of SCQS. This is our first episode and we're pretty sure the format and production is going to change. But we gotta start somewhere. The Riff sessions are comedy writing workshops. We're taking a premise and 'riffing' ideas with fellow comedians. Enjoy!…

HOW MANY BABIES ARE YOU PLANNING TO HAVE?! Turns out, we've been fielding that question for over a decade... Next: did you know the very first automobile was tested in our town of Kokomo, Indiana? Well... that's because it's not actually true. But Kokomo still loves to call itself the City of Firsts. (And we really are responsible for that loveable…

Hi, Neigbor! We're going to have another baby in a matter of moments! Though...it could be many, many moments before the event actually happens... It's HOT and some of us are very puffy while others are very burnt. John is worried that the Peaches can't record a podcast after the baby is born. But there are ways to make it happen! It's all about pr…

Tabby brought her new baby, and Andrew is home on military leave! So--join us for a noisy chat, Branyan Sibling Style. What does an unmarried 25-year-old male think is an average size for a newborn? And whose fault is it, really, that Andrew is always the last to hear family news? You be the judge, Neighbor. And, Later: Does God care about tattoos …

Hey, Neighbor! Luke's microphone isn't switched on, and it distracts us from sharing all the intricate Baby Details. But--rest assured--Tabby had her baby. While the Peaches was supporting the birthing mother, Juan and John and Luke were attending the Christian Comedy Association Conference. There were some very encouraging testimonies shared durin…

We have a special Someone at the table today--though we can't decide whether he's a "guest" or a "friend." One thing we DO know for sure is, we are pretty slap-happy to have a few days with Juan DeVevo... Did you know disc golf brands like to NAME the various discs? Usually they come with names like "Punisher" or "Intimidater." But Juan wants to ma…

Hey, Neighbor! The Comedian's family lives within 75 miles of the Indy 500 race track, so we settle a very important question: does racing count as a "sport?" And can we call the competitors "athletes" when they sit in a car all afternoon? Then: Just a little more Labor/Birth talk... (Spoilers: Tabby is still pregnant!) (Also, apparently nobody kne…

Last week, we were jolly and funny. This week: some of us are a little grouchier...and sunburnt... The Peaches' water bottle went missing at the soccer game. And, what's with the lack of "booing" from the Branyan, McKinney, and Farkas section?!?! Where's the loyalty?! Not to mention: John's 4-year-old grandson was being veeeeeery virtuous today. He…

Our family spent several hours sharing Big Thoughts after church (before we started recording), so now we're ready to just shoot the breeze... Join us for this lighthearted chat. Why does Luke like spaghetti--but not lasagna? How many clothes can be squeezed into a standard washing machine? John gives an update on his landscaping projects. (Spoiler…

Hey, Neighbor! There are babies due to be born in our family over the next few weeks, so we're talking about the birth process! What do "real" contractions feel like? How can we distinguish between "early" labor and "active" labor? Maybe you weren't expecting this conversation, Neighbor, but it sure beats talking about disc golf! Riiiiiiiight? Next…

It's the season for MOLE HUNTING. If you don't remember The Podcast Ninja's technique, he shares all the gory details again in this episode. Next, John talks about his big plans to avoid yard work... (Psssst, he's going to be sorely disappointed, Neighbor!) Then, Luke tells us the thing that John shared at Church today that felt noteworthy and then…

First, let's talk about making cake for no reason... And,we need a short word-study, because the word "bi-weekly" has too many definitions. Next: John has been watching lots of videos of sermons from Charismatic preachers. This false doctrine happens to be the very first theological question that Luke and the Peaches tackled before they got married…

Well, Neighbor, it has been TOO LONG since we talked about disc golf! Go get yourself some discs, so you don't have to be left out of the recurring conversation. Next: We're going to answer all your questions about how to schedule your time... No, wait, we're going to tell you whether or not to quit your job. No, actually we're going to talk about …

Hey, Neighbor! Papa John's is selling a pizza featuring crispy "cuppy-roni." This is worth mentioning at LEAST a few times this episode... Next: there has been a little bit on controversy in the Fight Laugh Feast network. (But, really, what else is new?) Sometimes listeners feel like their favorite hosts aren't practicing what they preach... The Pe…