The phrase “Laughter is the best medicine” might sound corny and cliche, but it’s true.

Before the film era, there were plenty of examples of comedy throughout history whether it was in plays, speeches, or public performances, but you had to be there in person to see it. Then in the late 1800’s, the first silent film movement introduced comedy to the big screen. Shortly after, an actor arose and made a career out of these types of films by the name of Charlie Chaplin.

For those not familiar with his work, Chaplin was an actor in the early 1900’s who used physical movements and facial expressions to get the audience to laugh. At the time, these films had no sound, so the actors on screen had to rely on movements to convey the story’s plot. It didn’t matter if you spoke English, French, or Swahili, anyone watching those films could connect to the silliness on screen and share that moment of joy. These films are particularly important since at the time it was the beginning of World War I and the U.S. was dealing with the great depression. People needed an escape, something to look forward to, and for most people comedy was the only thing to keep their spirits high as they dealt with great adversity.

The following 100 years brings us to where comedy is in society today: TV shows, films, stand up comedy, all help us get through our day to day lives and give us a break from the seriousness of life.

Our guest is a stand up comedian, musician, and general badass that has put in the reps and dedicated his life to the art of being a true performer.

This episode’s trailblazer shout out goes to the Tri County Beard and Mustache Society

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The Stay Risky theme song "Figure Me Out" by JD Eicher

Podcast recording photos by Tyler Muir

Images designed by Bram Epstein

The Stay Risky Podcast is recorded at Engine Room Recording Company in Indianapolis, IN and brought to you by 40FI Creations.

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In society, we’ve always looked up to leaders to help guide our paths in life. When the term “Leader” is used, most people think of business owners, politicians, athletes, or entertainers. But I think some of our most important leaders, are educators.

Whether you were homeschooled or attended school, you had to learn about the world through the guidance of an adult. Someone who dedicated their lives to give you the tools to be successful. In my case, the person that’s responsible for my knowledge and technical success, I met in college. And since I went to a small school, I had 14 classes with her over the course of 4 years.

I genuinely don’t think I’d be where I am today without her guidance, support, and dedication to her craft. She’s even inspired me to become an educator myself, as I’m currently teaching the same subject she taught me back when I was in school.

Our guest today is an educator who is fearless, breaks stigmas in her field, and is a shining example of why educators deserve our respect and gratitude.

This episode’s trailblazer shout out goes to the Girls Who Code

The Stay Risky theme song "Figure Me Out" by JD Eicher

Podcast recording photos by Tyler Muir

Images designed by Bram Epstein

The Stay Risky Podcast is recorded at Engine Room Recording Company in Indianapolis, IN and brought to you by 40FI Creations.

Are you old enough to remember what life was like before smartphones? If not, let me paint a picture for you.

It’s Saturday morning in the year 2003 and you have the full day free to do whatever you want. You might start the morning off watching some cartoons, going outside for yard work, or hopping in the car to get your favorite fast food breakfast.

While you went along with your day, you almost always had access to a radio. You could listen to music, catch a talk show like Bob and Tom, or dive into the weird world of AM radio. It was a DJ’s job to curate the top songs that you like and maintain a fun entertaining experience for the listener.

Then in 2004, the portable digital audio playback device (in human terms, the IPod) offered the opportunity for the podcast industry to grow and for communities to come together over common interests.

Our guest today, Mr. Darrin Snider, has been running Indy In-Tune radio for the past 17 years, blessing the airwaves with his sultry radio voice and playing the best music that Indianapolis has to offer.

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This episode’s trailblazer shout out goes to the A Kid Again-Indiana Chapter

The Stay Risky theme song "Figure Me Out" by JD Eicher

Podcast recording photos by Tyler Muir

Images designed by Bram Epstein

The Stay Risky Podcast is recorded at Engine Room Recording Company in Indianapolis, IN and brought to you by 40FI Creations.