In this conversation, the hosts explore a variety of topics ranging from humorous anecdotes about music and Beethoven's unique methods to deeper discussions about faith, the role of Pope Francis, and the nature of Catholicism. They also reflect on the significance of Jesus' resurrection and share personal insights on parenting and the challenges of…

John had a pretty shockingly small crowd at his most recent show. But--he was in the same room with real human beings, and that's happening less and less these days! The future of stand-up comedy seems to be uncertain. But, good riddance, amiright? Why did people EVER want to watch someone be funny? That's super weird, when you think about it. Then…

The hosts explore a variety of topics ranging from nostalgic references to the classic show Dragnet, to discussions about fishing laws, the struggles of sea turtles, the behavior of killer whales, and the unique migration patterns of crabs. They also delve into culinary curiosities, debating the edibility of various unusual foods and the experience…

Welcome to the Table of the Comedian Next Door! Since comedy is all about accuracy, John really needs to clarify some things he has been known to say about California. (Meanwhile, the Peaches is a little caffeinated.) Then: What in the WORLD is going on in Canada? They're "helping" their citizens kill themselves, and you will be surprised at the nu…

This time around, the hosts explore various themes ranging from the technical aspects of podcasting to cultural differences between the South and North, travel anecdotes, and the nuances of manners and punctuality. They share humorous insights about driving experiences and reminisce about car culture, all while maintaining a light-hearted and enter…

John calls in to his own podcast because he's STILL driving through this never-ending road trip. Does he have a good reason for choosing NOT to fly from Indiana to Texas? He'll answer that. This is one of your regular reminders that being a traveling comedian has its pros AND its cons. Later: Garage fires and homemade bombs. Sometimes unsupervised …

In this conversation, the hosts delve into the frustrations surrounding modern appliances, the challenges of finding replacement parts, and the evolution of repair culture. They discuss the disposable nature of contemporary technology, the conspiracy of brands controlling the market, and the nostalgia for older technology. The conversation also tou…

Hey, Neighbor. Feel sorry for John because he is being left-behind... Luke gets us started with some hot tips from his $8 golf brochure. (Very, very life-altering stuff!) Eventually, John explains how being able to make associations is the root of ALL comedy-writing, and that's when things get really interesting! How many sticks have you seen in yo…

In this episode of the Riff Session, the hosts engage in humorous banter about their high school experiences, particularly focusing on the contrast between marching band and football. They share funny anecdotes about their time in school, including the unique challenges of marching band uniforms and the quirks of their school mascots. The conversat…

Neighbor, here's a PSA: if you're going to take your kids out of public school, you should have to look every other kid in the eye and say: "My kid deserves more than you do." LOL!!!! A member of a school board in Alabama literally said that. (And then turned off the comments because it wasn't going well for her.) Next: What's wrong with vouchers? …

In this episode of the Rep Session, the hosts discuss various topics ranging from their experiences with technology and computers to the integration of AI in podcasting. They share nostalgic memories of old computers, the evolution of computer classes, and the challenges of keeping up with tech upgrades. The conversation also delves into the future…

Hey, Neighbor! If you're looking for a great place to eat that you will probably regret later, Kokomo has a few options. (Happy Birthday, Jeff!) Around these parts, we have greasy coney dogs, dirty donuts, a racetrack that some people have heard of, and a strip bar that even MORE people have heard of... ...PLUS Kokomo has several dozen churches tha…

Welcome to MARCH, Neighbor! We've put in so much work to pull off another Art in Bloom fundraiser, but it is a testimony to how PLODDING WORKS. There's no more hot chocolate, so pour yourself a mug of Poverty and tuck in for some good stories. We've got TWO examples of shocking/embarassing things that we managed to survive. And then we chat about h…

In this engaging podcast episode, the hosts explore various themes ranging from March celebrations and Shakespearean references to personal anecdotes from high school, the evolution of technology and AI, discussions about comic books and superheroes, and reflections on pop culture and movies. The conversation flows naturally, allowing for a rich ex…

This family has hundreds of conversations every week, and here's one of them! Poor Tabby regularly gets teased and criticized when she's not here... So how much should we let it bother us when someone doesn't like what we're wearing? How much should we listen when people criticize? Later: John got a list of "Conservative Causes" from the Heritage F…

Summary In this lively conversation, the hosts delve into their personal experiences with cereal, particularly focusing on the nighttime ritual of eating cereal, the unique characteristics of Grape Nuts, and the various techniques for enjoying cereal. They also discuss the controversial topic of cereal milk and explore healthier alternatives like p…

It's powder. But it's called "cream" of tartar. Why? We always ask the important questions around here... Then: Enjoy some sage marriage advice from a woman with almost 1 Million followers on Facebook... The worst part about marriage is the fact that people think it needs to be permanent! Later: The dude who tried to juggle FOUR wives is now down t…

In this conversation, the hosts explore the nuances of stand-up comedy, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, the spoken nature of comedy, and the journey of finding one's comedic voice. They discuss the challenges of writing jokes, the significance of performance, and the pitfalls of mimicking other comedians. The dialogue highlights persona…

Hey, Neighbor! John has been driving a lot, and the baby has been sick a lot. And if you want Andrew to do something DON'T TELL HIM YOU WANT HIM TO DO IT. But enough about us... Next: Did you know PhD's are just pieces of paper? And later: What's the deal with people selecting "work wives" and "work husbands?" Contact the comedian's family at nextd…

Sound Bites "What did you... you hydroplane?" "There will be blood." "It's like stepping on a mine." "You better be playing HORSE!" "We would do BB gun fights." "We thought that we could make a boat." "It held for a little bit." "What if there's like foil Pokemon cards?" "I still want to do stuff like that." "It's like geocaching." "The geocaching …

Welcome, Neighbor! All the cool people hold their headphones instead of wearing them... It's a busy day today because we're having TWO parties in ONE! The annual Soup-er Bowl Party, in which we pretend to care about football but we are most interested in the food... Luke (The Pod Ninja) is a Fair Weather Football Fan. But he thinks there's somethin…

Sound Bites "Crowd work is all pretty much the same." "Grammy award winning artists on the riff session." "We are in absolutely every part of your life." "I don't remember caring who was president." "I just don't respond." "It should be its own merit." "If it was free." "I swear, I won't pop a video out every day." "You'll never hear from me!" "I w…

Hello, Neighbor. We know that YOU are very theologically astute, so YOU know that it's important for Christians to order their loves. God, then Family, then countrymen... But, not every Christian agrees! JD Vance got himself in trouble for saying this is a Christian concept. Contact the Comedian's Family by emailing [email protected]…

Sound Bites "That's our theme song." "Is that a... Is that a recorder?" "Nobody cares." "It's a dilemma for me." "What about swim socks?" "I think I've heard them." "Nobody calls them swim socks." "You can merge with confidence." "There could be a mouse in there!" "This is a very simple fix." "Did you try wiggling stuff?" Chapters 00:00 Introductio…

Welcome, Neighbor! We're looking at old photos and solving old mysteries. Then, Phil Vischer is helping a non-profit spread the news that THEY NEED MONEY NOW MORE THAN EVER! And that support letter would have gone to spam with all the other support letters, except they are capitalizing on the CRISIS of a new President. Should non-profits take gover…