Episodes

  • #76 - Chocolate Chip And Nerd-Neck
    Jun 6 2026

    Jamal, Marianne, and Romeo were conducting a comedy writing workshop where they shared and discussed new joke material. Jamal presented several new bits including a controversial opening joke about Charlie Kirk that caused 2 audience members to walk out and later return, and a story about a woman who assumed he was gay because of his painted nails. Romeo shared a joke about generational differences in parenting styles, describing how he throws his grandchildren outside to play like "feral cats" rather than letting them play video games. The hosts discussed how to refine these jokes.

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    2 hrs and 35 mins
  • #75 - Excuse Me, May I Pee Here?
    Jun 2 2026

    This podcast episode featured Marianne, Romeo and Jamal discussing various topics including bathroom etiquette and waiting in line, with Jamal sharing an anecdote about checking if a bathroom was occupied before entering. They also discussed encounters with homeless individuals, including Romeo's confrontational experience with a person asking to urinate by his car while he had his grandchildren present. The conversation then shifted to current events, including a story about a Florida deputy citing a one-armed woman for using her phone while driving, and a bizarre incident in Nebraska where a dog accidentally shot a woman with a loaded shotgun that was left in a vehicle. The discussion concluded with Jamal sharing his recent binge-watching habits, including shows like The West Wing, Cake, Atlanta, and Taxi, and Marianne discussing their recent movie viewing and TV show watching. Jamal also mentioned his upcoming comedy shows in Medford and Eastern Washington, and the group discussed the importance of developing new material and practicing comedy routines.

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    3 hrs and 18 mins
  • #74 - It's Not A Threat, It's A Promise - (Promise)
    May 21 2026

    Jamal and guest, Promise discussed Promise's background as a stand-up comedian from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, who has been performing for four years after starting in radio. They explored Milwaukee's comedy scene, notable Milwaukee-born entertainers like John Ridley and Gene Wilder, and Promise's upcoming shows including his three-year anniversary event at the Miramar Theater on May 31st. Promise shared details about his new podcast "Straight from the Yap with Promise" and his real name being Promise Bruce, not a stage name. They also discussed the Northwest Black Comedy Festival and Promise's upcoming appearance at Jamal's show in Madison, Wisconsin on June 27th at the Bartell Theatre in Madison, Wisconsin.

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    1 hr and 27 mins
  • #73 - Sparkle - (Michelle Rose Hall)
    May 15 2026

    In this episode podcast featuring Michelle Rose Hall (known as "Sparkle" in comedy), Michelle shared details about her life in Buffalo, New York, including her home, family, and teaching career. The discussion then evolved into personal stories about relationships, dating experiences, and family situations, including Marianne's recent experience with her 30-year-old son enlisting in the Navy. The conversation became more casual and explicit as they discussed topics like farting during sex, comedy scenes in Buffalo, and challenges faced by female comedians in the industry. The episode concluded with discussion about an upcoming comedy show in Buffalo at Hall Wall Contemporary Art theater on June 6th, where Jamal would be performing.

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    2 hrs and 10 mins
  • #72 - Breakfast, Porn & Weed - (Jocelyne Boyer & Rob Sanchez)
    May 8 2026

    This episode included discussions about upcoming comedy shows, personal experiences, and various topics including parenting, politics, and regional differences. The group talked about Jamal's upcoming comedy show in Madison, Wisconsin, and shared stories about visiting different cities and their experiences with local culture and entertainment. They discussed political perspectives, particularly regarding the current administration and its impact on different communities. The conversation also covered personal anecdotes about family, including Marianne's son joining the Navy, and various experiences with cannabis use and regulations across different states. The group shared stories about visiting strip clubs in Portland and discussed the unique "Porn in the Morning" tradition at a Wisconsin bar.

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    2 hrs and 41 mins
  • #71 - May I Have This Dance?
    Apr 24 2026

    This episode focused on Marianne Riley's experience supporting her husband Romeo through prostate cancer radiation treatment, with detailed discussions about the challenging preparation process and daily procedures. The conversation also covered Jamal Harrington's personal experiences with colon cancer screening, including difficulties getting appropriate testing from his doctor. They discussed their recent successful podcast episode on sex education, shared personal stories about relationships and dancing, and promoted their show "Not About You" which is available on major platforms except Apple. The episode concluded with the hosts discussing their current TV binging habits, including shows like "True Blood", "Gen V", "The Boys", and "Survivor".

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    1 hr and 54 mins
  • #70 - Rule #1: Don't Change The Tempo. - (Andrew Durrant)
    Apr 17 2026

    WARNING: THIS EPISODE CONTAINS GRAPHIC ADULT CONTENT ABOUT PPP, (PU**Y, POLITICS & PROSTATES). VIEWERS DISCRETION IS ADVISED)


    In this episode with guest Andrew Durrant, the gang discussed topics including Donald Trump's recent photoshopped image depicting him as Christ-like which led to extensive debate about Trump's leadership and mental state. Marianne shared detailed sex education advice, including recommendations about oral sex safety and proper techniques for pleasing partners. The discussion also covered Jamal's experience with a former partner who had been difficult and potentially unstable, he also adopted a pro-Trump MAGA persona during the podcast to demonstrate common excuses he hears from Trump supporters about gas prices and border issues.

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    2 hrs and 47 mins
  • #69 - What A Bunch Of Nerds - (Eric DaSilva)
    Apr 9 2026

    This episode featured comedian Eric DeSilva discussing his comedy career and personal life. He shared that he lives in Atlanta and has two podcasts - "Bad Dads" with Plug Chapman and "Nerdsplaining", plus a comic book called "Danger Squad." The conversation covered how the pandemic affected his touring schedule and his approach to writing new material regularly. The discussion extensively covered politics, particularly focusing on Trump's presidency and its impact on the comedy industry, with Eric sharing how many club owners stopped booking him due to his political commentary. The interview also touched on Eric's parenting approach as a divorced father of two teenagers, his experiences with difficult audience members, and his views on current political issues including immigration policies and government "leadership".

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    2 hrs and 19 mins