Best MADtv Podcasts (2024)

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Aerosmith with Perry Eaton 2:38:49

6d ago2:38:49

2:38:49

The podcast bad boys from Boston are talking about THE Bad Boys from Boston. It's AEROSMITH week! Joining the show with discussion questions in hand is the lead singer and guitarist of another great Boston band Beeef, Perry Eaton! Perry and the guys break down the many eras of Aerosmith and try to make sense of their complicated and epic legacy. Th…

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Fall Out Boy 1:59:18

20d ago1:59:18

1:59:18

They're pop-punk emo heroes turned anthemic arena radio rock mainstays. Some turned to heavy drug use, while others became tabloid fodder. And hats. Lots of hats. It's FALL OUT BOY week! The career arc is there folks, captured in some ridiculous late night performances. Fall Out Boy explodes into the mainstream with From Under the Cork Tree with a …

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Teenage Fanclub with Mark Neeley 2:24:01

1M ago2:24:01

2:24:01

In a year that saw Nirvana, R.E.M, and Pearl Jam put out generation-defining albums, Spin Magazine named this band's 1991 album Record of the Year. 33 years later, this cult power-pop outfit remains a weird outlier sandwiched between the eras of grunge and Britpop. It's TEENAGE FANCLUB week! Joining the show is animator, music video director, and s…

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Primus 2:07:23

2M ago2:07:23

2:07:23

The craziest bass playing you've ever seen. Atonal metal breakdowns. Songs about meth heads burying bodies. And multiple top-ten records. How? It's PRIMUS week! It's a guestless, Alex-pick episode: buckle up. Primus breaks on to the national TV scene on the Dennis Miller Show. "My Name is Mud" is a hit somehow, and Primus performs it on MTV's Haunt…

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Tyler, the Creator with J'na Jefferson 2:11:48

2M ago2:11:48

2:11:48

He's gone from causing a national panic to winning Grammys and selling high-end perfumes, all while putting on some of the most innovative stage performances of the 21st century. It's TYLER, THE CREATOR week! Joining the show to school us elder millennials on our most modern artist to date is music and culture journalist J'na Jefferson (Rolling Sto…

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Amy Winehouse 2:21:06

3M ago2:21:06

2:21:06

Her voice: timeless. Her TV performances: iconic. We're headed across the pond and googling gobby. It's AMY WINEHOUSE week! Clips on Later...with Jools Holland and Friday Night with Jonathan Ross show Amy at her jazziest. Jools Holland's 2006 Annual Hootenanny gives her the big band treatment with Paul Weller from The Jam. Amy breaks out in her Ame…

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Beastie Boys with Sean O'Neal 2:17:53

3M ago2:17:53

2:17:53

So what-cha want? An episode on the prolific decades-spanning run of Ad Rock, Mike D, and MCA? No problem. It's BEASTIE BOYS week! Joining the show to break down the iconic rhymes, beats, and general coolness of the B-Boys is Texas Monthly writer and former AV Club Editor in Chief Sean O'Neal! The guys discuss the group's teenage punk roots and wat…

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Grab Bag: New Year's Eve Performances 2:01:02

4M ago2:01:02

2:01:02

It's a night of celebration and watching musicians and celebrities awkwardly count down numbers together. We're ringing in 2024 with our second-ever GRAB BAG episode on New Year's Eve performances! The guys watch Tina Turner preview her huge comeback moment on Johnny Carson. Vanilla Ice gratuitously humps the floor of the Ritz Carlton and counts do…

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Green Day with Ryan Agate 2:11:38

4M ago2:11:38

2:11:38

From Gilman to the Grammys, they are arguably the biggest American punk band of all time. It's GREEN DAY week! Joining the show is long-time and legendary (as proclaimed by us) Boston music venue booker Ryan Agate AKA Ryan the Terrible! The guys and Ryan talk about their shared music scene experience and a practice space pigeon before going deep on…

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Coldplay with Josh Terry 2:25:26

5M ago2:25:26

2:25:26

Maybe you love to hate 'em. Maybe they're a guilty pleasure. Or maybe like most humans on earth you casually enjoy 'em. Either way, It's COLDPLAY week! Joining the show is music critic and writer of the Chicago-based culture blog No Expectations Josh Terry! The guys and Josh take a cue from Chris Martin and lean into sincerity as they discuss why C…

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No Doubt 2:12:33

5M ago2:12:33

2:12:33

They sparked a national obsession with ska horns and new wave keyboard while being led by one of the most famous frontwomen of the 1990s. It's NO DOUBT week! The clip journey this week takes the show from local SoCal cable access in 1990 to Super Bowl 37 in 2003. In between, the guys discuss the formative and massive impact of Tragic Kingdom, with …

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1960s Aretha Franklin 2:23:49

6M ago2:23:49

2:23:49

T-M-G-T-P-O-D! Find out what it means this week! We're going way back into the era of bright light variety specials to talk the Queen of Soul. It's 1960s ARETHA FRANKLIN week! The guys discuss Aretha’s intense upbringing amid the civil rights movement and on the black gospel circuit before watching a 1964 Steve Allen clip that captures her jazzy Co…

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Rancid with Courtney Denison 2:14:01

6M ago2:14:01

2:14:01

We got hella mohawks and ska hats at the ready for this one. It's RANCID week! Joining the show to break down all things bay area punk is the lead singer and guitarist of Boston-area band Bad Idea USA Courtney Denison! Courtney describes her own scene journey in Portsmouth, NH before diving into the long-time career and various side projects of Ran…

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Nirvana with Rory Phillips 2:45:30

7M ago2:45:30

2:45:30

We're talking about a band important enough that we use them in our show description. It's NIRVANA week! One of the pod's musical heroes is here to talk about his own musical hero. Musician and producer Rory Phillips (The Impossibles, The Stereo) joins the show to talk about his own Nirvana superfandom and what it was like growing up as a budding m…

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Grab Bag: One-hit Wonders 2:05:20

7M ago2:05:20

2:05:20

We're grabbing a bag, shaking it up, and pulling out some clips this week. It's our first ever GRAB BAG episode on famous one-hit wonders! Alex and Jon walk 500 miles with the Proclaimers on Letterman before watching a wild performance by Sir-Mix-a-Lot on Arsenio featuring a giant on-stage ass. The Toadies play their seminal grunge 2.0 hit on The J…

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Chasing Dreams: The Inspiring Journey of Singer, Actor, and Entrepreneur Afina Madoian! 30:28

7M ago30:28

30:28

This singer, actor and improv artist who comes from the Republic of Moldova, embarked on a daring journey when she was just 14 years old, leaving the comfort of her hometown to pursue her dreams in the sprawling city of Los Angeles. Afina's tale is a testament to bravery and resilience in the face of adversity, having to juggle a tedious job, the h…

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Exploring Art, Laughter and Resilience with Illustrator, Jason Seiler! 29:13

8M ago29:13

29:13

Navigating the realm of art and comedy can often feel like walking a tightrope, especially when politics enter the picture. This episode features a conversation with Jason Seiler, an esteemed illustrator whose work has graced the covers of Time Magazine multiple times. Together, we uncover the nuances of capturing political figures in art, and the …

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Sum 41 1:51:33

8M ago1:51:33

1:51:33

They stormed the early 2000s like their name was El Niño. But what happened once the storm died down? It's SUM 41 week! Alex and Jon go solo to talk about the startling meteoric rise and winding transformation of this somewhat pop-punk Canadian outfit. Tommy Lee and Rob Halford join the band for a rock medley to open up MTV's 20th anniversary speci…

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R.E.M. with Keith Phipps 2:19:06

8M ago2:19:06

2:19:06

Stipe. Buck. Mills. Berry. Beaton. Hillman. One of the most important and significant American bands of all time gets the TMGT treatment. It's R.E.M. week! Joining the show to talk 32 years, 15 albums, and a pod-record seven late night clips is former AVclub editor and current "The Reveal" film critic Keith Phipps! They span the late-night TV globe…

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Exploring Cultural Identity and Humor with Japanese-American Stand Up Comedian Michelle MaliZAki! 33:45

8M ago33:45

33:45

Uncover the candid and quirky world of Michelle MaliZAki, a stand-up comedian navigating the waters of cultural identity and humor. Our conversation with her is a delightful romp through her personal experiences from being a Japanese-American, having pets named after food items, and working in diverse fields like TV production and stand-up comedy. …

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Blink 182 with Michael Hurley 2:14:08

9M ago2:14:08

2:14:08

What's the worst way to understand a legendary pop punk band famous for shaky live sets and funny stage banter? How about watching their late night tv show performances? This week on Tonight's Musical Guest, Today, it's BLINK 182! Joining the show is cbsboston.com sports writer, NBC Sports Boston on-air contributor, and Blink 182 superfan Michael H…

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Andrew W.K. with Kenny 1:59:48

9M ago1:59:48

1:59:48

A voice unlike any other. Or maybe voices? We'll talk about it. This week, we're getting out the detective whiteboard and partying all the same. It's ANDREW W.K. week! The guys couldn't do this one alone, so they enlisted the studious help of TMGT theme-song creator Kenny to join as their first in-studio guest! Kenny lays out the elaborate scene ex…

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Culinary Adventures and Family Traditions with Celebrity Chef, Joe Gatto. 44:53

9M ago44:53

44:53

This chef embarks on culinary adventures like hand-forging knives and harvesting salt from the Atlantic. Meet our guest, Joe Gatto, a celebrated chef, charismatic TV show host, and author of "Seriously From Scratch". He shares fascinating stories about cooking for sports celebrities and his experiences with brewing beer and making wine. This episod…

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Sheryl Crow 1:51:58

10M ago1:51:58

1:51:58

9 Grammy Wins. 32 Nominations. Over 50 million records sold. And now a TMGT episode? Yep. This week on Tonight's Musical Guest, Today, we're talking about the great SHERYL CROW. The guys explore their own cultural memory of Crow and realize they had it very wrong back in the day. We walk through the extreme drama of her seminal debut record, includ…

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Limp Bizkit 1:39:58

10M ago1:39:58

1:39:58

Nobody asked for it. We're doing it anyways. Turn your red hats backwards and stick those cookies up your yeahs. It's time for the LIMP BIZKIT episode on Tonight's Musical Guest, Today. Alex owns up to the fact that he saw Limp Bizkit live with Kid Rock and Staind in 1999. The guys wade deep into late 90's MTV culture with New Year's Eve 1998 and t…

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Poker, Latin American Culture & Social Media: The Rise of Pamela "Pamsi" Balzano, Professional Poker Player, Content Creator & Influencer. 39:58

10M ago39:58

39:58

Pamela "Pamsi" Balzano, a professional poker player from Argentina, shares her fascinating journey from starting in the poker world at 18 to becoming an influencer and content creator. Poker has exploded in Latin America, and we explore why it's so popular, particularly in Brazil, and how it's being embraced as a mental sport by both men and women.…

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A Tribe Called Quest with Dart Adams 1:29:12

10M ago1:29:12

1:29:12

They were the voices of a movement and moment for rap in the 1990s. And it all played out on late night TV. This week on Tonight's Musical Guest, Today, we're talking A TRIBE CALLED QUEST! And speaking of guests, the show is bringing on its first! Author, journalist, and hip-hop historian Dart Adams join the guys this week to dig deep on the music,…

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Chicago Comedy to Hollywood Dreams, The Laughs and Lessons of Ascending the Humor Hierarchy with Jon Barinholtz. Part 2 38:53

11M ago38:53

38:53

Jon Barinholtz is a writer, comedian, and actor and shares how working with his mentor, Bob Odenkirk, helped shape his writing skills and encouraged him to write something every day. Jon also talks about the importance of perseverance, especially in the unpredictable world of Hollywood. Listen in as Jon shares his experiences touring with Bob, and …

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Chicago to Hollywood: Jon Barinholtz's Comedic Journey and Breaking Free from Family Legacy. Part 1 49:16

11M ago49:16

49:16

Jon Barinholtz, a comedic actor and improviser who took the leap from Chicago to the glitzy world of Hollywood is our very special guest today. Jon's journey is one of passion, perseverance, and learning from the best in the business, including his successful brother Ike Barinholtz, as well as the vibrant Chicago improv scene. From his early days a…

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Rage Against the Machine 1:16:07

11M ago1:16:07

1:16:07

How did one of the best live bands of the 1990s come off on late night TV? Turns out, quite well! For the second episode ever of Tonight's Musical Guest, Today, we're digging in on the incomparable RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE! Jon talks about how he almost died (yes, really) seeing Rage at their reunion show in 2007 before swimming across the pond for…

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Improv Stage to TV Land: Kate Lambert's Journey with Teachers TV Show and the Power of Chicago Comedy! 58:35

11M ago58:35

58:35

Ever wondered how an improv comedy group can create a hit TV show? Kate Lambert joins us to discuss her journey from the world of improv to the creation of her show, Teachers, on TV Land. We explore the origins of Teachers, from Kate's time with The Katydids improv group and their early videos to the eventual purchase of the show by TV Land. Along …

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Weezer 1:15:06

11M ago1:15:06

1:15:06

It's the very first episode of Tonight's Musical Guest, Today! Hooray. This is the podcast where we discuss the cultural memory and career arc of bands and artists through their late night tv show performances. Alex and Jon take some time to explain who the hell they are and why they started this show before jumping into their very first band: Weez…

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TMGT Trailer 2:15

12M ago2:15

2:15

The Beatles on Ed Sullivan. Nirvana on Saturday Night Live. Warren Zevon on David Letterman. Sometimes, late-night TV musical performances live on forever. Most don’t. But we still want to talk about them. Each week on “Tonight’s Musical Guest, Today”, long-time friends Alex Beaton and Jon Hillman dive in on the music and cultural memory of a band …

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Family Migration Stories, Cultural Roots, Physics, Improv, and Stand-Up Comedy: A Discussion with Will Luera! 53:48

12M ago53:48

53:48

Will Luera, a globally touring improv comedy actor, instructor and director, joins us for a lively conversation about the unique naming conventions within his family and his journey to living in Florida. Will takes us on a fascinating exploration of the origins of his family name and the Latino tradition of taking the mother's maiden name as a midd…

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Accidental Gout, Lollygaggers, November Elections, Gonzo the Chicken, Funerals, Leaf Blowers and more! 39:52

1+ y ago39:52

39:52

Ep 4 Accidental Gout, Lollygaggers, November Elections, Gonzo the Chicken, Funerals, Leaf Blowers and more! Hosts: Actors Mo Collins (MAD tv, Parks and Rec, etc) & Alex Skuby (The King of Queens, The Fosters, etc) Produced by Mo Can Do Entertainment and Skuby Company Email: acouplethoughtspodcast@gmail.com Website: www.acouplethoughts.com Subscribe…

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Things we don’t have in common, Mexican food, Austin TX, tattoos, podcasting & more! 38:52

1+ y ago38:52

38:52

Ep 3 Things we don't have in common, Mexican food, Austin TX, tattoos, podcasting & more! Hosts: Mo Collins and Alex Skuby Produced by Mo Can Do Entertainment and Skuby Company Email: acouplethoughtspodcast@gmail.com Website: www.acouplethoughts.com Rate & Review us on your favorite platform! XO, Alex & Mo…

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Texas bugs, Fat Knees, Couch talking, Abortion Law, Racism, F*ck tRump, Actor’s Lives, Audition Processes and more! 45:33

1+ y ago45:33

45:33

(Disclaimer: We're still figuring shit out. Alex's mic got some reverb on it. We'll fix it in the next ep. 😂😂😂) Ep 2 Texas bugs, Fat Knees, Couch talking, Abortion Law, Racism, F*ck tRump, Actor's Lives, Audition Processes and more! #acouplethoughtspodcast #acouplethoughts #mocollins #alexskuby #podcast Hosts: Mo Collins & Alex Skuby Produced by Mo…

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Mo Collins & Alex Skuby discuss how they met, marriage, politics, travel & more! 48:15

1+ y ago48:15

48:15

Ep 1 Mo Collins & Alex Skuby discuss how they met, marriage, politics, travel & more! Hosts: Mo Collins & Alex Skuby Produced by Mo Can Do Entertainment & Skuby Company www.acouplethoughts.com acouplethoughtspodcast@gmail.comBy acouplethoughtspodcast

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Using The Owwll App To Help Build Strong, Useful And Safe Connections with Founder, Jason R. Hill 44:04

1+ y ago44:04

44:04

It's Owwll Week (Aug 14 - 20th, 2022) and Jason R. Hill, the founder of the Owwll App, joins us. We delve a bit into Jason's business and podcasting background and learn about the inspiration behind the creation of this game changing platform and along the way we learn what it takes to go from ideation to completion of a brand new app. We also meet…

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Creating The Life And Love Life That You Deserve Today With Actress, Writer, Producer And Certified Life And Dating Coach, Natalie Stavola! 44:19

1+ y ago44:19

44:19

Paul and Natalie were both raised Roman Catholic and share their mutually traumatic family and school experiences. Apparently, Paul still holds a massive grudge against the CCD (Confraternity of Christian Doctrine) kids that used to invade HIS school to learn about Catholicism, of which Natalie was one of them. We also learn that maybe, just maybe,…

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He Makes Money While Pooping! Find Out How With Comedian And Crohn's Disease Advocate, Ben Morrison. 41:03

1+ y ago41:03

41:03

Ben Morrison has been doing stand up comedy for over 20 years and has discovered the importance of social media to help him land branding deals with major companies. Ben can also fully produce your next stand up comedy special for Netflix, Hulu, Amazon and all of the other streaming services. Paul and Ben also chat about what it was like studying w…

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How A Shift In His Work Ethic Lead Andrew Roffe To Find His Greatest Successes To Date! 48:31

1+ y ago48:31

48:31

"Why are you gay?" Andrew Roffe answers the most important question on everyone's mind. We also find out what it's like touring the country in a 14 seater van and opening for viral internet comedic sensation, Wisconsin's Charlie Berens. Even though this episode came in a little late for Pride month we still delve in to Andrew Roffe's personal life,…

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From The Big House To A Tiny House And Home: A Story Of Redemption And Success With Artisan Josh, A Tiny Home Dweller, Builder And Simple Living Advocate. 46:39

1+ y ago46:39

46:39

Do you dream of leaving the rat race behind and hitting the road in a tiny home? Today we meet Artisan Josh who spent decades in prison and now roams the country in his tiny home inspiring and motivating others to do the same. We get to hear about the incredible tiny home communities that are sprouting up around the United States and get a sneak pe…

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How to Use 'Thank You, Because' to Disarm Disagreement with Author, Kelly Leonard of Second City Works. 42:54

1+ y ago42:54

42:54

In a world of increasing polarization, Kelly Leonard is working to bridge the divide and bring people together by teaching the power of improv. In this episode you will learn: 1. The importance of play, especially as we get older. 2. The power of "Yes, And" to create agreement and understanding. 3. The importance of a shared humanity that includes …

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What It's Like Traveling The World Teaching And Performing Improv Comedy With International Improv Teacher And Artist, Jonathan Pitts. 1:00:22

2y ago1:00:22

1:00:22

Jonathan Pitts, an award-winning international improv theatre artist and storyteller who has performed and taught in 26 countries and 98 cities, is our guest today. Jonathan and Paul discuss the early days of Salsation, the world's first Latino improv and sketch comedy group and what it's like to travel the world teaching and doing improv. Jonathan…

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Dallas Texas Native, Now Living And Working In Hollywood, Tells All, With Clayton Farris Of Tammy Bangs Fame. 55:30

2y ago55:30

55:30

Clayton Farris discusses his journey from Dallas to Hollywood and what it's like to be a working actor in Hollywood. We discuss whether it is easier to date men or women and who it's easier to have sex with. Another deep dive into the wonderful world of working actors. Clayton Farris is an actor, writer and social media influencer who hangs his hat…

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Voice Of Lila Rossi & Cat Noir On Nickelodeon & Paramount Plus On What It's Like Being A Working Voice Actor In Hollywood With Lisa Kay Jennings. 33:44

2y ago33:44

33:44

Lisa Kaye Jennings, the voice of Lila Rossi and Cat Noir on Nickelodeon and Paramount Plus, joins Paul Vato to discuss what it's like being a working voice actor in Hollywood today. We also get to hear some of her favorite characters that she voices. Thank you for tuning in. Lisa Kay Jennings is an American Voice Actress best known for her work as …

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Actor, Improvisor And Stand Up Comedian On His Journey From Chicago Theater To Los Angeles Stand Up With Jim McCaffree. 45:51

2y ago45:51

45:51

Jim McCaffree discusses the differences between improv and stand-up and reminisces about Paul Vato's strange dieting habits. Paul Vato has the privilege of sitting down with his friend from The Second City Chicago days on this fun filled walk down memory lane. Jim is a native of Illinois who spent some time in Chicago performing in theater and stud…

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Global TEDx Speaker On The Importance of Public Speaking & What It's Like For Latinos Living In The UK With Jose Ucar. 52:08

2y ago52:08

52:08

World traveler, Jose Ucar, tells us the importance of making deep meaningful connections with your audience. Jose also implores us to share our personal stories because you never know who you might be able to positively help by putting your story out in the world. We also discuss what it's like for Latinos living in the UK. Jose Ucar helps business…

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Vibrational Music Guide, Author, Teacher & Barefoot Advocate, Meet Yoshua Greenfield! 45:47

2y ago45:47

45:47

Yoshua Greenfield writes books and creates things about living life via truth, nature, music, food, and his bare feet. He talks to us about how he discovered the joys of walking, hiking, running and dancing barefoot and learned to love his feet. Rather than tout his "accolades", Yoshua's actions speak louder than words. For the last many years he h…

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