We talk about meditation, favorite sound, Barbie movie, toys we played as kids, and how Amazon can screw you. A lil bit of everything! Always ways for you to cheer up!!!  Hooray for summer &amp; hooray for humanity!    We're dropping new episodes every Monday and Thursday!  Send us a message! https://patreon.com/tomrhodessmartcamp Watch the video episode on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/kingofhaha   More Tom  https://www.instagram.com/_TomRhodes/ More Ashna https://www.instagram.com/ashnarodjan/  

We talk about meditation, favorite sound, Barbie movie, toys we played as kids, and how Amazon can screw you. A lil bit of everything! Always ways for you to cheer up!!! Hooray for summer &amp; hooray for humanity!   We're dropping new episodes every Monday and Thursday!  Send us a message! <a href="https://patreon.com/tomrhodessmartcamp" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://patreon.com/tomrhodessmartcamp</a> Watch the video episode on YouTube <a href="https://www.youtube.com/kingofhaha" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/kingofhaha</a> More Tom  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/_TomRhodes/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/_TomRhodes/</a> More Ashna <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ashnarodjan/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/ashnarodjan/</a>

370 Exploring Creativity!

Mom hugs are the answer to all of life's problems.   Episode 369 of Tom Rhodes Smart Camp is out now!   In today's episode come join me for this perfect moment in July while I have a happy mommy summer picnic. My dear sweet mother has been the guiding light of my life in this conversation we kick back in the park talking over nice cold beverages. It will surely bring you joy to rejoice in the very special relationship that I have with my mom. Don't forget, mom hugs are the answer to all of life's problems!   Hooray for summer &amp; hooray for humanity!    We're dropping new episodes every Monday and Thursday!  Send us a message! https://patreon.com/tomrhodessmartcamp Watch the video episode on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/kingofhaha   More Tom  https://www.instagram.com/_TomRhodes/ More Ashna https://www.instagram.com/ashnarodjan/  

Mom hugs are the answer to all of life's problems.   Episode 369 of Tom Rhodes Smart Camp is out now!   In today's episode come join me for this perfect moment in July while I have a happy mommy summer picnic. My dear sweet mother has been the guiding light of my life in this conversation we kick back in the park talking over nice cold beverages. It will surely bring you joy to rejoice in the very special relationship that I have with my mom. Don't forget, mom hugs are the answer to all of life's problems!   Hooray for summer &amp; hooray for humanity!   We're dropping new episodes every Monday and Thursday!  Send us a message! <a href="https://patreon.com/tomrhodessmartcamp" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://patreon.com/tomrhodessmartcamp</a> Watch the video episode on YouTube <a href="https://www.youtube.com/kingofhaha" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/kingofhaha</a> More Tom  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/_TomRhodes/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/_TomRhodes/</a> More Ashna <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ashnarodjan/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/ashnarodjan/</a>

369 Happy Mommy Summer Picnic

If you speak well of others you will always be in paradise. If you do not speak well of others you will be walking among the snakes in the briar patch.   In our continued conversation about the book 'The Mysterion' you will learn that Sufism is about relationships and attempting to be spiritually mature. If you can do this you will always sleep deliciously. Hooray for humanity &amp; joy be upon you Hooray for humanity!   We're dropping new episodes every Monday and Thursday!    Do you have topic suggestions? Let us know here! https://patreon.com/tomrhodessmartcamp   More Tom  https://www.instagram.com/_TomRhodes/   More Ashna https://www.instagram.com/ashnarodjan/

If you speak well of others you will always be in paradise. If you do not speak well of others you will be walking among the snakes in the briar patch. In our continued conversation about the book 'The Mysterion' you will learn that Sufism is about relationships and attempting to be spiritually mature. If you can do this you will always sleep deliciously. Hooray for humanity &amp; joy be upon you Hooray for humanity! We're dropping new episodes every Monday and Thursday!  Do you have topic suggestions? Let us know here! <a href="https://patreon.com/tomrhodessmartcamp" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://patreon.com/tomrhodessmartcamp</a> More Tom  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/_TomRhodes/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/_TomRhodes/</a> More Ashna <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ashnarodjan/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/ashnarodjan/</a>

368 Speak Well of Others

In this episode @ashnarodjan &amp; I talk about this excellent new book I just finished reading called 'The Mysterion' by Kabir Helminski which is about Rumi and the secrets of becoming fully human.  This book teaches you how to block out all of the negativity in the world &amp; plug into the outlet of cosmic love. I fall short of this way of being all the time but this is a damn good book for reminding you how to live and view the world with the loving heart of the Sufi mystic poet Rumi.  We also talk about the release of my third clean album of clean comedy "King of HA HA'. In this conversation you will learn about the best things I learned from Mitch Hedberg &amp; Bill Hicks, plus the big plans I have cooking with Tom Segura.   Hooray for humanity! We're dropping new episodes every Monday and Thursday!  Send us a message! https://patreon.com/tomrhodessmartcamp   Watch the video episode on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/kingofhaha   More Tom  https://www.instagram.com/_TomRhodes/ More Ashna https://www.instagram.com/ashnarodjan/  

In this episode @ashnarodjan &amp; I talk about this excellent new book I just finished reading called 'The Mysterion' by Kabir Helminski which is about Rumi and the secrets of becoming fully human. This book teaches you how to block out all of the negativity in the world &amp; plug into the outlet of cosmic love. I fall short of this way of being all the time but this is a damn good book for reminding you how to live and view the world with the loving heart of the Sufi mystic poet Rumi. We also talk about the release of my third clean album of clean comedy "King of HA HA'. In this conversation you will learn about the best things I learned from Mitch Hedberg &amp; Bill Hicks, plus the big plans I have cooking with Tom Segura. Hooray for humanity! We're dropping new episodes every Monday and Thursday!  Send us a message! <a href="https://patreon.com/tomrhodessmartcamp" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://patreon.com/tomrhodessmartcamp</a> Watch the video episode on YouTube <a href="https://www.youtube.com/kingofhaha" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/kingofhaha</a> More Tom  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/_TomRhodes/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/_TomRhodes/</a> More Ashna <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ashnarodjan/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/ashnarodjan/</a>

367 Plug into The Cosmic Love of Poet Rumi!

See me cry on the new episode of Tom Rhodes Smart Camp! Ashna Rodjan joins me as I tell the story of the miracle that happened to me in the dentist's chair. I cried when it happened, I cry retelling the story and I believe your face with be moist with tears after you hear this story also. From this tale you will learn how I went from having a root canal to having a new great and beautiful friend.  During our conversation, I delve into the surreal encounters I've had with homeless individuals in Los Angeles recently. Additionally, I'll reveal the enchanting world of hummingbird knowledge that I've gained from observing these captivating creatures on my balcony every day. Today’s literature highlight falls on the book: 'I Heard God Laughing' by Hafiz, a source of inspiration and solace during lonely and dark times. Discover how it unveils the astonishing light within yourself and feeds your brain with happiness. This uplifting episode is brimming with important truths that will pave the way for a happier and healthier existence. Let's celebrate the goodness of humanity together! Don't miss out on this emotional journey that will leave you feeling enlightened and uplifted for your path ahead.   Hooray for humanity! 🎉 Watch the video episode on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/kingofhaha   We're dropping new episode every Monday and Thursday! Send us a message!   More Tom  https://www.instagram.com/_TomRhodes/   More Ashna https://www.instagram.com/ashnarodjan/   Get extra podcast goodies at Patreon: https://patreon.com/tomrhodessmartcamp

See me cry on the new episode of Tom Rhodes Smart Camp! Ashna Rodjan joins me as I tell the story of the miracle that happened to me in the dentist's chair. I cried when it happened, I cry retelling the story and I believe your face with be moist with tears after you hear this story also. From this tale you will learn how I went from having a root canal to having a new great and beautiful friend.  During our conversation, I delve into the surreal encounters I've had with homeless individuals in Los Angeles recently. Additionally, I'll reveal the enchanting world of hummingbird knowledge that I've gained from observing these captivating creatures on my balcony every day. Today’s literature highlight falls on the book: 'I Heard God Laughing' by Hafiz, a source of inspiration and solace during lonely and dark times. Discover how it unveils the astonishing light within yourself and feeds your brain with happiness. This uplifting episode is brimming with important truths that will pave the way for a happier and healthier existence. Let's celebrate the goodness of humanity together! Don't miss out on this emotional journey that will leave you feeling enlightened and uplifted for your path ahead. Hooray for humanity! 🎉 Watch the video episode on YouTube <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/kingofhaha" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/kingofhaha</a>   We're dropping new episode every Monday and Thursday! Send us a message!   More Tom  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/_TomRhodes/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/_TomRhodes/</a>   More Ashna <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ashnarodjan/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/ashnarodjan/</a>   Get extra podcast goodies at Patreon: <a href="https://patreon.com/tomrhodessmartcamp" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://patreon.com/tomrhodessmartcamp</a>

366 Crying in the Dentist's Chair

Tom Rhodes Smart Camp is back! And I am joined by the smarty pants that is Ashna Rodjan my eternal best friend. How is it possible to stay best friends with your ex-wife? Put this episode in your ear holes and find out! In this conversation we talk about books, knowledge, creativity and the many changes and challenges I have faced in the past two years.   We also talk about Rick Ruben's book 'The Creative Act: A Way of Being' and how I learned to flip thoughts of judgement toward others in my brain to acts of loving kindness. Rejoice in the glory that is the power of friendship and the joy of knowledge. Hooray for humanity!   Watch the video episode on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/kingofhaha   We're dropping new episode every Monday and Thursday! Send us a message!   More Tom  https://www.instagram.com/_TomRhodes/   More Ashna https://www.instagram.com/ashnarodjan/   Get extra podcast goodies at Patreon: https://patreon.com/tomrhodessmartcamp

Tom Rhodes Smart Camp is back! And I am joined by the smarty pants that is Ashna Rodjan my eternal best friend. How is it possible to stay best friends with your ex-wife? Put this episode in your ear holes and find out! In this conversation we talk about books, knowledge, creativity and the many changes and challenges I have faced in the past two years.   We also talk about Rick Ruben's book 'The Creative Act: A Way of Being' and how I learned to flip thoughts of judgement toward others in my brain to acts of loving kindness. Rejoice in the glory that is the power of friendship and the joy of knowledge. Hooray for humanity!   Watch the video episode on YouTube <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/kingofhaha" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/kingofhaha</a>   We're dropping new episode every Monday and Thursday! Send us a message!   More Tom  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/_TomRhodes/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/_TomRhodes/</a>   More Ashna <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ashnarodjan/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/ashnarodjan/</a>   Get extra podcast goodies at Patreon: <a href="https://patreon.com/tomrhodessmartcamp" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://patreon.com/tomrhodessmartcamp</a>

365 Embracing Humanity: From Judgement to Love

Ashna Rodjan returns to the podcast for an in depth conversation about Stoicism and to give you the tools to live your best possible life. In this episode we talk about the book Breakfast with Seneca by David Fideler. Are you going to keep making the dumb mistakes over and over or would you like to gain the insight and wisdom of the ancient philosophers? I urge you to dive into this episode with the spirit of joy and friendship. Your life will be better for having done so. Thank me later, and thank Ashna right now for being one of the best friends I've ever had and an all around smarty pants when it comes to Stoicism. "WE spent the pandemic becoming Stoics." Hooray for humanity! Hooray for Stoicism! And joy be upon you! Like right now! Hooray! Patreon.com/tomrhodessmartcamp @_tomrhodes @ashnarodjan

Ashna Rodjan returns to the podcast for an in depth conversation about Stoicism and to give you the tools to live your best possible life. In this episode we talk about the book Breakfast with Seneca by David Fideler. Are you going to keep making the dumb mistakes over and over or would you like to gain the insight and wisdom of the ancient philosophers? I urge you to dive into this episode with the spirit of joy and friendship. Your life will be better for having done so. Thank me later, and thank Ashna right now for being one of the best friends I've ever had and an all around smarty pants when it comes to Stoicism. "WE spent the pandemic becoming Stoics." Hooray for humanity! Hooray for Stoicism! And joy be upon you! Like right now! Hooray! <a href="http://Patreon.com/tomrhodessmartcamp" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com/tomrhodessmartcamp</a> @_tomrhodes @ashnarodjan

364 Breakfast with the Stoics

Chris Spencer

Chris Spencer is one of the most respected comedy writers in Hollywood. We became friends 7 years ago when I moved to L.A. from the many times we have worked together at the Comedy Store. Chris was kind enough to come to the Rhodes library where we recorded this conversation about why racism isn't always a bad thing, sneaker culture, his friendships with Snoop Dog, Kevin Hart, Will Smith, Dave Chappelle and how comedians are under attack these days. We also talk about how I am a French lesbian when it comes to relationships and how focusing on hot yoga, my jokes and being my best self is my plan to win back the heart of the woman I love. For my L.A. History documentary project we talk about Tupac Shakur's legacy and songs about supreme male confidence. Finally we discuss white nationalist domestic terrorism and how the Republican embrace of the idea that the 2020 presidential election was stolen is just a cover to mask the fact that what they are really saying is that only white votes matter and only white votes should be counted. Chris is a man who I love and respect as a comedian and I'm happy that he can delight you here and now with his wisdom, insight and stories and that is why it is my pleasure to present to you the one and only Chris Spencer!

Chris Spencer is one of the most respected comedy writers in Hollywood. We became friends 7 years ago when I moved to L.A. from the many times we have worked together at the Comedy Store. Chris was kind enough to come to the Rhodes library where we recorded this conversation about why racism isn't always a bad thing, sneaker culture, his friendships with Snoop Dog, Kevin Hart, Will Smith, Dave Chappelle and how comedians are under attack these days. We also talk about how I am a French lesbian when it comes to relationships and how focusing on hot yoga, my jokes and being my best self is my plan to win back the heart of the woman I love. For my L.A. History documentary project we talk about Tupac Shakur's legacy and songs about supreme male confidence. Finally we discuss white nationalist domestic terrorism and how the Republican embrace of the idea that the 2020 presidential election was stolen is just a cover to mask the fact that what they are really saying is that only white votes matter and only white votes should be counted. Chris is a man who I love and respect as a comedian and I'm happy that he can delight you here and now with his wisdom, insight and stories and that is why it is my pleasure to present to you the one and only Chris Spencer!

363 Chris Spencer

Willie Barcena

"A lot of comedians can't write because in order to write you have to spend time by yourself and these types of comedians are afraid of what the silence with tell them about themselves."   Willie Barcena is one of the realest mother truckers I have ever seen on stage. I respect him because he has a philosophy and outlook on life that he brings to every joke or story idea he brings to the stage and that is my favorite kind of comedy. He believes in the power of the pen and that to survive as a comedian you must always be writing which involves being alone and focusing your thoughts. "A man who can be alone with himself is a dangerous man. Willie has survived every imaginable hardship from childhood poverty to family betrayal during the pandemic and these circumstances have only added to his arsenal of funny things to talk about. In this episode we talk about Mexican heroes, the Low Rider culture of Los Angeles and many other dazzling knowledge nuggets to delight your brain. He is a man full of valuable wisdom and powerful punchlines and that is why it is my pleasure to present to you now the one and only Willie Barcena! Hooray for humanity!

"A lot of comedians can't write because in order to write you have to spend time by yourself and these types of comedians are afraid of what the silence with tell them about themselves."   Willie Barcena is one of the realest mother truckers I have ever seen on stage. I respect him because he has a philosophy and outlook on life that he brings to every joke or story idea he brings to the stage and that is my favorite kind of comedy. He believes in the power of the pen and that to survive as a comedian you must always be writing which involves being alone and focusing your thoughts. "A man who can be alone with himself is a dangerous man. Willie has survived every imaginable hardship from childhood poverty to family betrayal during the pandemic and these circumstances have only added to his arsenal of funny things to talk about. In this episode we talk about Mexican heroes, the Low Rider culture of Los Angeles and many other dazzling knowledge nuggets to delight your brain. He is a man full of valuable wisdom and powerful punchlines and that is why it is my pleasure to present to you now the one and only Willie Barcena! Hooray for humanity!

362 Willie Barcena

Ron G

Ron G has the best kind of powerful goodness &amp; this is what you need in your brain right now. Stop fighting life &amp; let the light in. Hooray for humanity!   Ron G is not only one of the funniest comedians working today, he has one of my favorite instagram accounts that always cracks me up and brightens my day. Ron is an expert on relationship advice and he showed up at the perfect time to help counsel me on the Toronto Muslim feminist that I am in love with but may have lost. Ron told me, "All you can do is show her how committed you are and what you are willing to do." His other excellent advice is "If you want to have the best sex of your life commit to one person." Ron G is not only a great comedian he is a great human being. He showed up at my place on a day that I was feeling really low and we spoke for 90 minutes on my balcony before we even recorded for my podcast. He was just the right friend I needed to talk to today and he lifted me up when I was feeling low. A spiritually centered, humble and funny man is what the world needs right now and Ron G is the first guest I ever had on my program that I prayed with after we recorded. It was just the prayer I needed at that time with exactly the right friend. If you don't know Ron G already then today is your lucky day. Put on your happy pants and enjoy this conversation I had with the one and only Ron G! Hooray for humanity!

Ron G has the best kind of powerful goodness &amp; this is what you need in your brain right now. Stop fighting life &amp; let the light in. Hooray for humanity!   Ron G is not only one of the funniest comedians working today, he has one of my favorite instagram accounts that always cracks me up and brightens my day. Ron is an expert on relationship advice and he showed up at the perfect time to help counsel me on the Toronto Muslim feminist that I am in love with but may have lost. Ron told me, "All you can do is show her how committed you are and what you are willing to do." His other excellent advice is "If you want to have the best sex of your life commit to one person." Ron G is not only a great comedian he is a great human being. He showed up at my place on a day that I was feeling really low and we spoke for 90 minutes on my balcony before we even recorded for my podcast. He was just the right friend I needed to talk to today and he lifted me up when I was feeling low. A spiritually centered, humble and funny man is what the world needs right now and Ron G is the first guest I ever had on my program that I prayed with after we recorded. It was just the prayer I needed at that time with exactly the right friend. If you don't know Ron G already then today is your lucky day. Put on your happy pants and enjoy this conversation I had with the one and only Ron G! Hooray for humanity!

361 Ron G

Tom Rhodes Smart Camp is a festival of ideas, knowledge, stories, books &amp; adventures. I have been a comedian for more than 39 years. I travel the world doing comedy. Whenever I can I will share my adventures with you on this Tom Rhodes Smart Camp podcast.My amazing creative partner and ex-wife Ashna is my best friend. We are a mom &amp; pop business and with her help I will putting out these episodes with all the wisdom I have gained in my life and telling you all of my greatest adventures while traveling the world. Thank you for your generosity and for joining the Rhodesies club. You are in my heart forever!

Thoroughly enjoy this podcast! Tom is as authentic as they come and funny as all get out.

Excellent podcast

Your podcast is engaging and informative. Thank you. I will continue to listen.

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Tom Rhodes Smart Camp is a festival of ideas, knowledge, stories, books &amp; adventures. I have been a comedian for more than 39 years. I travel the world doing comedy. Whenever I can I will share my adventures with you on this Tom Rhodes Smart Camp podcast. My amazing creative partner and ex-wife Ashna is my best friend. We are a mom &amp; pop business and with her help I will putting out these episodes with all the wisdom I have gained in my life and telling you all of my greatest adventures while traveling the world. Thank you for your generosity and for joining the Rhodesies club. You are in my heart forever!

Tom Rhodes Smart Camp

Jim Gaffigan

Insatiable Curiosity with Jim Gaffigan on episode 291 Tom Rhodes Radio Smart Camp! &gt;    Jim Gaffigan and I both have an insatiable curiosity to travel and educate ourselves through world travel. As a comedian your experiences fuel your material and when you are forced out of your comfort zone is when you are exposed to new ideas. Jim is fresh off the plane from Asia, so we talk about Asian history, Europe, Russia, self censorship, cultural sensitivities and where in Manhattan you can find the best world cuisine that the city has to offer. We also answer the big question of when is it appropriate for a straight white male performer to advance transgender issues and the sad missed opportunities of movies that don't address this issue. Here is a man that I respect as a comedian, am inspired by as a human being and find a comrade in the quest that we are both trying to season our souls with the flavor that only world travel can give you. Sometimes we feel like circus animals, sometimes we feel like super heroes blessed with the power to cheer up humanity with gift of laughter and that is why I love the one and only Jim Gaffigan!   www.patreon.com/tomrhodesradiosmartcamp

Insatiable Curiosity with Jim Gaffigan on episode 291 Tom Rhodes Radio Smart Camp! &gt;  Jim Gaffigan and I both have an insatiable curiosity to travel and educate ourselves through world travel. As a comedian your experiences fuel your material and when you are forced out of your comfort zone is when you are exposed to new ideas. Jim is fresh off the plane from Asia, so we talk about Asian history, Europe, Russia, self censorship, cultural sensitivities and where in Manhattan you can find the best world cuisine that the city has to offer. We also answer the big question of when is it appropriate for a straight white male performer to advance transgender issues and the sad missed opportunities of movies that don't address this issue. Here is a man that I respect as a comedian, am inspired by as a human being and find a comrade in the quest that we are both trying to season our souls with the flavor that only world travel can give you. Sometimes we feel like circus animals, sometimes we feel like super heroes blessed with the power to cheer up humanity with gift of laughter and that is why I love the one and only Jim Gaffigan! <a href="http://www.patreon.com/tomrhodesradiosmartcamp" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/tomrhodesradiosmartcamp</a>

291 Insatiable Curiosity with Jim Gaffigan

Henry Phillips

Henry Phillips is a one man comedy hit making factory.He established himself many years ago as a purveyor of original hilarious songs and tours regularly crushing skulls with his laugh inducing music. Aside from his music he has harnessed his abilities lately with the making of his underground classic comedy clips on youtube. Henry's Kitchen is his humorous take on the many cooking videos that abound on the internet today, but none with the stinging hilarity that Henry infuses as his main ingredient. You &amp; You're Fu*king Coffee is the other series of excellently written video short series clips that has become so popular that Mike Judge starred in one because he was such a fan of them. I highly recommend Henry's Big Foot episode of You &amp; You're Fu*king Coffee with Rick Overton as the park ranger. He is a man of many talents and someone who I am always happy to see because he is always striving for more in his creativity and he is the least pretentious person ever to work in show business and that is why it is my pleasure to present to you now the one and only Henry Phillips! This episode was recorded in Los Angeles.

Henry Phillips is a one man comedy hit making factory.He established himself many years ago as a purveyor of original hilarious songs and tours regularly crushing skulls with his laugh inducing music. Aside from his music he has harnessed his abilities lately with the making of his underground classic comedy clips on youtube.   Henry's Kitchen is his humorous take on the many cooking videos that abound on the internet today, but none with the stinging hilarity that Henry infuses as his main ingredient. You &amp; You're Fu*king Coffee is the other series of excellently written video short series clips that has become so popular that Mike Judge starred in one because he was such a fan of them. I highly recommend Henry's Big Foot episode of You &amp; You're Fu*king Coffee with Rick Overton as the park ranger.   He is a man of many talents and someone who I am always happy to see because he is always striving for more in his creativity and he is the least pretentious person ever to work in show business and that is why it is my pleasure to present to you now the one and only Henry Phillips!   This episode was recorded in Los Angeles.

Get yourself a bowl of popcorn and pour some red wine for this epic episode of the French Revolution and the life of Danton and his eventual beheading by the guillotine. Danton said "Public opinion is a whore and posterity is nonsense!"    Little did he know then that I would do my longest podcast ever on him and the events from his life. Continuing my homage to the Stanley Loomis book 'Paris In The Terror' here is part two of the three part series I am doing on this formidable period in human history when people showed themselves and who they truly were once they threw off the chains that had bound them and were allowed to do whatever they wanted to do.   Learn all about The Festival Of Reason that will never allow you to look at the Notre Dame the same ever again. And the tiresome words of Virtue and Vicious that came to define the measuring scale if people were friends of the revolution or against it. I highlighted many great passages from this book and I read them to you and discuss in detail with Ashna this amazing human drama that is known as the French Revolution. Here for you now, it is my pleasure to present to you the life and execution of George-Jacques Danton.  * Become our patron and receive podcast goodies! www.patreon.com/tomrhodesradiosmartcamp * Buy my newest double album All Hail Laughter (2017) tomrhodes.net * More episodes on tomrhodesradio.com

Get yourself a bowl of popcorn and pour some red wine for this epic episode of the French Revolution and the life of Danton and his eventual beheading by the guillotine. Danton said "Public opinion is a whore and posterity is nonsense!"    Little did he know then that I would do my longest podcast ever on him and the events from his life. Continuing my homage to the Stanley Loomis book 'Paris In The Terror' here is part two of the three part series I am doing on this formidable period in human history when people showed themselves and who they truly were once they threw off the chains that had bound them and were allowed to do whatever they wanted to do.   Learn all about The Festival Of Reason that will never allow you to look at the Notre Dame the same ever again. And the tiresome words of Virtue and Vicious that came to define the measuring scale if people were friends of the revolution or against it. I highlighted many great passages from this book and I read them to you and discuss in detail with Ashna this amazing human drama that is known as the French Revolution. Here for you now, it is my pleasure to present to you the life and execution of George-Jacques Danton. * Become our patron and receive podcast goodies! <a href="http://www.patreon.com/tomrhodesradiosmartcamp" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/tomrhodesradiosmartcamp</a> * Buy my newest double album All Hail Laughter (2017) <a href="http://tomrhodes.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">tomrhodes.net</a> * More episodes on <a href="http://tomrhodesradio.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">tomrhodesradio.com</a>

250 The Terrors of Danton (II)

Ralphie May

Me and Ralphie May talk about the currents events of the day.

Me and Ralphie May talk about the currents events of the day.

Bill Bailey

Brilliant English comedian/actor/musician Bill Bailey joins Tom for a chat in Indonesia at the Jakarta Fringe Festival. 

Brilliant English comedian/actor/musician Bill Bailey joins Tom for a chat in Indonesia at the Jakarta Fringe Festival.

Jimmy Shubert

"It's not what is under the Christmas tree that is important but the people who are sitting around it."  Rinsing out the raisin hole with Jimmy Shubert! Listen here &gt; https://bit.ly/346mWDu   Jimmy Shubert is a man dedicated to bringing joy to the human race. Fresh back from a trip to India, Jimmy tells me about the unique way people in India clean their raisin holes. How has his life changed since going to India?   In this conversation we talk about how traveling with Russell Peters in India was like traveling with Elvis and how the Hindu Gods were like the first comic book characters. We talk about Shantaram and other books that will change your life. We talk about the gift shops of Jerusalem and how they sell Jesus' crown of thorns for five dollars in case you want to walk around all day with a bloody forehead. Believe it or not Jerusalem is not a big Christmas city but in the Christian quarter they celebrate Santa Claus.  We both have had incredible lives from getting to travel the world doing stand up comedy. Here now we talk about our best experiences traveling and other activities that feed our souls.  Showbiz might not be looking for any older white guys right now but there have been few honkies in entertainment history who are as dedicated to uniting humanity as we are.    "It's not what under the Christmas tree that is important but the people who are sitting around it." To start this holiday season Jimmy and I exchange our favorite street jokes.  Our elected officials have firmly wrapped their lips around the cock of corporate greed and the media has successfully divided most of our nation.  Replace your news consumption with music that delights your soul Jimmy and I may disagree politically on some topics but that would never negate our love and respect for each other and that is why it is my pleasure to present to you now the one and only Jimmy Shubert! Patreon.com/tomrhodesradiosmartcamp

"It's not what is under the Christmas tree that is important but the people who are sitting around it."  Rinsing out the raisin hole with Jimmy Shubert! Listen here &gt; <a href="https://bit.ly/346mWDu" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/346mWDu</a> Jimmy Shubert is a man dedicated to bringing joy to the human race. Fresh back from a trip to India, Jimmy tells me about the unique way people in India clean their raisin holes. How has his life changed since going to India? In this conversation we talk about how traveling with Russell Peters in India was like traveling with Elvis and how the Hindu Gods were like the first comic book characters. We talk about Shantaram and other books that will change your life. We talk about the gift shops of Jerusalem and how they sell Jesus' crown of thorns for five dollars in case you want to walk around all day with a bloody forehead. Believe it or not Jerusalem is not a big Christmas city but in the Christian quarter they celebrate Santa Claus.  We both have had incredible lives from getting to travel the world doing stand up comedy. Here now we talk about our best experiences traveling and other activities that feed our souls.  Showbiz might not be looking for any older white guys right now but there have been few honkies in entertainment history who are as dedicated to uniting humanity as we are.  "It's not what under the Christmas tree that is important but the people who are sitting around it." To start this holiday season Jimmy and I exchange our favorite street jokes.  Our elected officials have firmly wrapped their lips around the cock of corporate greed and the media has successfully divided most of our nation.  Replace your news consumption with music that delights your soul Jimmy and I may disagree politically on some topics but that would never negate our love and respect for each other and that is why it is my pleasure to present to you now the one and only Jimmy Shubert! <a href="http://Patreon.com/tomrhodesradiosmartcamp" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com/tomrhodesradiosmartcamp</a>

313 Rinsing out the raisin hole with Jimmy Shubert

Josh Wolf

"Modern country music is like heavy metal was in the 80s, it's all about partying, girls and having fun." - Josh Wolf We start this episode with the remedy of a Charles Bukowski poem that is the shield against some of the monkey mouth chump shit of the world. How is it possible that some hayseed rednecks drink pickle juice and are the morality tales of the Andy Griffith show more important than the ones in the bible? How disappointed were little people when Willie Wonka and the chocolate factory was made and the glorious decision Martin Scorcesse made by saying that super hero movies are not cinema. We talk about current films and the reason I went to see the new Terminator movie and how it is connected to my family reunions. Josh grew up in Amherst, Massachucetts and became a huge country music fan and has more optimism and sunshine than your average New Englander. We talk about concerts of our youth and the time I saw the audience throw shoes at the B52s until they left the stage in Orlando in 1982. What order would Josh eat the Beatles in their prime if he was in a plane crash in the Andes with them and had to eat them to survive? He also explains the best strategy to use when fist fighting with your son. We discuss finding the funny end to jokes and the reason why you should always keep notes. Why New Zealand is so special and when is a good time to let large men in the front row take their shirts off. The secret to getting fans to bring you gifts of weed on the road is the result of High Life, his back yard live stream  video podcast he puts out every Monday evening on his facebook fan page. We rate the best country music songs of all time and I read to him the rarely known Johnny Cash song called 'The greatest cowboy of them all.' which is a song about Jesus as a cowboy. Don't forget to have fun because as Einstein said, "Play is just as important as work for the mind." Josh is a man happily married for 15 years so I end this episode by asking him about the key tips and rules for keeping a marriage alive while pursuing a career in comedy. Josh would never yell at his wife even if the house was on fire and that is why it is my pleasure to present to you the one and only Josh Wolf! Patreon.com/tomrhodesradiosmartcamp.com

"Modern country music is like heavy metal was in the 80s, it's all about partying, girls and having fun." - Josh Wolf We start this episode with the remedy of a Charles Bukowski poem that is the shield against some of the monkey mouth chump shit of the world. How is it possible that some hayseed rednecks drink pickle juice and are the morality tales of the Andy Griffith show more important than the ones in the bible? How disappointed were little people when Willie Wonka and the chocolate factory was made and the glorious decision Martin Scorcesse made by saying that super hero movies are not cinema. We talk about current films and the reason I went to see the new Terminator movie and how it is connected to my family reunions. Josh grew up in Amherst, Massachucetts and became a huge country music fan and has more optimism and sunshine than your average New Englander. We talk about concerts of our youth and the time I saw the audience throw shoes at the B52s until they left the stage in Orlando in 1982. What order would Josh eat the Beatles in their prime if he was in a plane crash in the Andes with them and had to eat them to survive? He also explains the best strategy to use when fist fighting with your son. We discuss finding the funny end to jokes and the reason why you should always keep notes. Why New Zealand is so special and when is a good time to let large men in the front row take their shirts off. The secret to getting fans to bring you gifts of weed on the road is the result of High Life, his back yard live stream  video podcast he puts out every Monday evening on his facebook fan page. We rate the best country music songs of all time and I read to him the rarely known Johnny Cash song called 'The greatest cowboy of them all.' which is a song about Jesus as a cowboy. Don't forget to have fun because as Einstein said, "Play is just as important as work for the mind." Josh is a man happily married for 15 years so I end this episode by asking him about the key tips and rules for keeping a marriage alive while pursuing a career in comedy. Josh would never yell at his wife even if the house was on fire and that is why it is my pleasure to present to you the one and only Josh Wolf! <a href="http://Patreon.com/tomrhodesradiosmartcamp.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com/tomrhodesradiosmartcamp.com</a>

314 Having fun with Josh Wolf

Doug Stanhope

 Tom travels to the remote outlaw hideaway of Bisbee, Arizona for a late night-booze fueled talk with his old friend Doug Stanhope in the premiere episode of Tom Rhodes Radio.

Tom travels to the remote outlaw hideaway of Bisbee, Arizona for a late night-booze fueled talk with his old friend Doug Stanhope in the premiere episode of Tom Rhodes Radio.

Duncan Trussell

This episode was recorded in Los Angeles.  I have only been friends with Duncan Trussell for a few years but he has already skyrocketed to the top of my list of people that I love hanging out with. We never talk about mundane topics like sports or weather, we always go to higher planes of love and consciousness as we do in today's episode that was recorded on a pleasant late Spring evening while we sat outside on Duncan's front porch.  In this conversation we talk about spirituality, the transformation of evil souls into good ones, neurological science and most bend bending of all is his theory that we are all unknowingly building a time machine for the future.  He has his own podcast that I have appeared on twice called the Duncan Trussell Family Hour. I like how when we get together it is mental ping pong hitting ideas back and forth. When we get together it is wise to roll recording equipment and if the universe was balanced correctly he and I would already have a TV show together.  Aside from having a brilliant mind he also very easily always cracks me up.   It is my pleasure to present to you now, the one and only Duncan Trussell.

This episode was recorded in Los Angeles. I have only been friends with Duncan Trussell for a few years but he has already skyrocketed to the top of my list of people that I love hanging out with. We never talk about mundane topics like sports or weather, we always go to higher planes of love and consciousness as we do in today's episode that was recorded on a pleasant late Spring evening while we sat outside on Duncan's front porch. In this conversation we talk about spirituality, the transformation of evil souls into good ones, neurological science and most bend bending of all is his theory that we are all unknowingly building a time machine for the future. He has his own podcast that I have appeared on twice called the Duncan Trussell Family Hour. I like how when we get together it is mental ping pong hitting ideas back and forth. When we get together it is wise to roll recording equipment and if the universe was balanced correctly he and I would already have a TV show together. Aside from having a brilliant mind he also very easily always cracks me up. It is my pleasure to present to you now, the one and only Duncan Trussell.

What are the limits of freedom of speech? Who went to far with freedom of speech Kathy or Bill Maher? Take a ride out of the doldrums and depression by letting us show you how to look on the bright side. In this episode Ashna and I talk about out trip to New York where we hung out with Dave Attell and Michael Che. Learn how I dealt with following Amy Schumer and her story about paying someone to masturbate her father. Learn how to deal with your buzz kill neighbors the Seneca way and what Netflix really thinks of white guys. Learn who Tony Woods thinks is the second most angry black man that he knows. We also discuss the shooting of Republicans on a baseball field in Virginia and the verdict in the Philander Castille killing. On a happier note we talk about the book Paris, a biography of a city and the excellent Ken Burns documentary The Roosevelts and the lesson to be learned from Teddy Roosevelt's life that can be valuable to all. The Einstein series called Genius gets a favorable mention as does the Jimi Hendrix baby gift we sent to fans of our podcast we met in Texas. There are 7.5 billion people on the planet and a lot of them are in a bad mood right now.  We packed this episode with lots of knowledge nuggets and ways we have found to not be set back by irritating bad news that might threaten your joy. Ashna and I injected vitamin love in this episode and bring you up to speed on our lives, the journey that was undertaken to bring you my new live album and the most important exercise you should be doing this summer. Improve your heart, fill your brain and cheer up!

228 Cheer up!

This episode was recorded in London.  Within the first 5 minutes I met Natalia Tena she was cracking me up and I was teaching her the basic steps of the tango.  I think she is a feminist icon badass woman. She is an amazing actress whose first role was in the Hugh Grant film 'About A Boy'. Since then she has had a sterling career staring in the Harry Potter films and in Game Of Thrones.  Most human beings would die content with those credits but not Natalia Tena! She is also the lead singer and creative driving force of the band Molotov Jukebox which just released their new album 'Carnival Flower'.  Her parents are from Spain so rhythm is naturally in her DNA, she told me that her aim is for people to go home and make love after her concerts.  Molotov Jukebox has performed all over the world inciting raucous ass wiggling good fun in it's path. Natalia Tena is a fearless shaman who leads the spiritual ritual of music, dancing and laughter at her shows and your life would be enriched to experience them. In the meantime you should purchase 'Carnival Flower' and make it a part of the fabric of your entertainment life. Her acting career continues to excite and she stars in the new independent film '10,000 KM' that is currently winning awards at film festivals all over the world.   Her accomplishments are a part of the pinnacles of modern entertainment but she is one of the most down to earth people you could meet.    As a strong powerful woman she indisputably kicks truck loads of ass but most important to me is that she is wildly hilarious and hanging out with her is like hanging out with a comedian. You will be pleased to have her in your eardrums and to know that she is out there making the world a better place. It is my pleasure to present to you know the one and only Natalia Tena.

This episode was recorded in London. Within the first 5 minutes I met Natalia Tena she was cracking me up and I was teaching her the basic steps of the tango. I think she is a feminist icon badass woman. She is an amazing actress whose first role was in the Hugh Grant film 'About A Boy'. Since then she has had a sterling career staring in the Harry Potter films and in Game Of Thrones. Most human beings would die content with those credits but not Natalia Tena! She is also the lead singer and creative driving force of the band Molotov Jukebox which just released their new album 'Carnival Flower'. Her parents are from Spain so rhythm is naturally in her DNA, she told me that her aim is for people to go home and make love after her concerts. Molotov Jukebox has performed all over the world inciting raucous ass wiggling good fun in it's path. Natalia Tena is a fearless shaman who leads the spiritual ritual of music, dancing and laughter at her shows and your life would be enriched to experience them. In the meantime you should purchase 'Carnival Flower' and make it a part of the fabric of your entertainment life. Her acting career continues to excite and she stars in the new independent film '10,000 KM' that is currently winning awards at film festivals all over the world.  Her accomplishments are a part of the pinnacles of modern entertainment but she is one of the most down to earth people you could meet.  As a strong powerful woman she indisputably kicks truck loads of ass but most important to me is that she is wildly hilarious and hanging out with her is like hanging out with a comedian. You will be pleased to have her in your eardrums and to know that she is out there making the world a better place. It is my pleasure to present to you know the one and only Natalia Tena.

Natalia Tena

Rich Hall is to comedy what Johnny Cash is to country music.   The man is a living legend, having won Emmys for his writing for David Lettermen, was on SNL and Not Necessarily The News, he invented his own language with Snigglets and he won the grand prize at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 2000.    For me personally, Rich Hall has been a great friend and someone I look up to who inspires me, especially with the amount of comedy ass he still kicks. Internationally respected and adored everywhere microphones are plugged in.    When I filmed Viva Vietnam for Comedy Central years ago I could bring one writer with me and I chose Rich. We bonded in 'Nam baby! I've been to visit him in Montana 3 times and I would not know the unbridled glory that is Montana had it not been for Rich. After Rich moved to London he encouraged me to come over because  he thought I would do well there. Not only did he coach me on the right chess moves to getting in with London but for 5 years he let me keep a key to his phenomenal flat on Fitzroy Square.    From London I got to springboard to the world so it is safe to say that all of the amazing life I have got to lead might not have happened had it not been for my friendship with Rich. Not only have I been inspired to watch him work and see where his career path choices have taken him but he has also been kind of a wise Buddha to me. Or better yet he is Sitting Bull, Crazy Horse, Hank Williams and Lee Marvin to me. He is one of the heroes of my life and I am eternally grateful that in a world filled with so many full of shit people I made friends with Rich Hall and that our worldwide golden experiences together continue to multiply.    We recorded this conversation while we were both doing the Galway Comedy Carnival festival last month on a blustery cold grey day inside the Salt Hill hotel. He is an American comedy gunslinger badass who ain't the one who would ever leave town before the shooting started and it is my pleasure to present to you now the one and only Rich Hall!     Intro song: Cutting Room (Hot Pants) – Oceanliners   Stand-up clip from YouTube: Rich Hall: Why I hate the Tea Party - Live at the Apollo - Series 7 - BBC Comedy Greats Stand-up clip from YouTube: Rich Hall - Dirty South - Biopic Clip.wmv   End song: She Left Me For Jesus – Hayes Carll   Recorded at The Salthill Hotel in Galway, Ireland, October 2014

Rich Hall is to comedy what Johnny Cash is to country music. The man is a living legend, having won Emmys for his writing for David Lettermen, was on SNL and Not Necessarily The News, he invented his own language with Snigglets and he won the grand prize at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 2000.  For me personally, Rich Hall has been a great friend and someone I look up to who inspires me, especially with the amount of comedy ass he still kicks. Internationally respected and adored everywhere microphones are plugged in.  When I filmed Viva Vietnam for Comedy Central years ago I could bring one writer with me and I chose Rich. We bonded in 'Nam baby! I've been to visit him in Montana 3 times and I would not know the unbridled glory that is Montana had it not been for Rich. After Rich moved to London he encouraged me to come over because  he thought I would do well there. Not only did he coach me on the right chess moves to getting in with London but for 5 years he let me keep a key to his phenomenal flat on Fitzroy Square.  From London I got to springboard to the world so it is safe to say that all of the amazing life I have got to lead might not have happened had it not been for my friendship with Rich. Not only have I been inspired to watch him work and see where his career path choices have taken him but he has also been kind of a wise Buddha to me. Or better yet he is Sitting Bull, Crazy Horse, Hank Williams and Lee Marvin to me. He is one of the heroes of my life and I am eternally grateful that in a world filled with so many full of shit people I made friends with Rich Hall and that our worldwide golden experiences together continue to multiply.  We recorded this conversation while we were both doing the Galway Comedy Carnival festival last month on a blustery cold grey day inside the Salt Hill hotel. He is an American comedy gunslinger badass who ain't the one who would ever leave town before the shooting started and it is my pleasure to present to you now the one and only Rich Hall! Intro song: Cutting Room (Hot Pants) – Oceanliners Stand-up clip from YouTube: Rich Hall: Why I hate the Tea Party - Live at the Apollo - Series 7 - BBC Comedy Greats Stand-up clip from YouTube: Rich Hall - Dirty South - Biopic Clip.wmv End song: She Left Me For Jesus – Hayes Carll Recorded at The Salthill Hotel in Galway, Ireland, October 2014

Rich Hall

In this episode you will learn about the unsung hero of the French Revolution and all time bad ass woman Charlotte Corday. I just finished the brilliantly written book 'Paris In The Terror' by Stanley Loomis. The book was published in 1964 and UC Berkeley named it one of the best books of the century.  It is a riveting book about the main players of the French Revolution who all get their heads chopped off by the guillotine. In this book I learned about the incredible tale of Charlotte Corday from Caen, France who had never been to Paris before she traveled there at the age of 24 to assassinate Marat, the foul shit stirrer who incited the mob of Paris to violence. This head strong witty young woman from Caen left behind her obscure life to become in one act of vengeance one of the most infamous people of the French Revolution. Her story should be made into a major motion picture but until then let me regal you with this epic tale that you may have never heard before. In this year of women rising up and demanding equality it is a perfect time to be captivated by this woman from provincial France who decided to take matters in her own hands in order to save the glory of her nation. If the sound of dropping guillotine blades and mobs carrying pitchforks excite you then this episode will be a treat. It is my pleasure to present to you now the story of Charlotte Corday and the assassination of Marat!  * Become our patron and receive podcast goodies! www.patreon.com/tomrhodesradiosmartcamp * Buy my newest double album All Hail Laughter (2017) tomrhodes.net * More episodes on tomrhodesradio.com * More fun on tomrhodes.net

In this episode you will learn about the unsung hero of the French Revolution and all time bad ass woman Charlotte Corday. I just finished the brilliantly written book 'Paris In The Terror' by Stanley Loomis. The book was published in 1964 and UC Berkeley named it one of the best books of the century.  It is a riveting book about the main players of the French Revolution who all get their heads chopped off by the guillotine. In this book I learned about the incredible tale of Charlotte Corday from Caen, France who had never been to Paris before she traveled there at the age of 24 to assassinate Marat, the foul shit stirrer who incited the mob of Paris to violence. This head strong witty young woman from Caen left behind her obscure life to become in one act of vengeance one of the most infamous people of the French Revolution. Her story should be made into a major motion picture but until then let me regal you with this epic tale that you may have never heard before. In this year of women rising up and demanding equality it is a perfect time to be captivated by this woman from provincial France who decided to take matters in her own hands in order to save the glory of her nation. If the sound of dropping guillotine blades and mobs carrying pitchforks excite you then this episode will be a treat. It is my pleasure to present to you now the story of Charlotte Corday and the assassination of Marat!  * Become our patron and receive podcast goodies! <a href="http://www.patreon.com/tomrhodesradiosmartcamp" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/tomrhodesradiosmartcamp</a> * Buy my newest double album All Hail Laughter (2017) <a href="http://tomrhodes.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">tomrhodes.net</a> * More episodes on <a href="http://tomrhodesradio.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">tomrhodesradio.com</a> * More fun on <a href="http://tomrhodes.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">tomrhodes.net</a>

249 The Assassination Of Marat (I)

Ted Alexandro

This episode was recorded in Minneapolis.  In the future if we are lucky every comedian will be more like Ted Alexandro. Not only funny but passionate about knowledge and politically active.  I am a fan of Ted Alexandro because whenever I see him perform he is talking about things that matter and putting his unique opinion on world events.  He is the kind of comedian I like the most in that he is the kind of comedian you learn things from, one that makes you see a topic from a different way you hadn't seen. He studied music and taught music before becoming a comedian and teaching seems to infuse most every act that he commits artistically.  He will forever be enshrined in the comedy history books for starting the movement that led to the New York City comedy clubs to raise the pay for comedians from the paltry 20 dollars a set they had paid for years.   Ted was heavily involved in the Occupy Wall Street movement from the beginning and it is not only a driving force in his life it reflects creatively in his comedy.   He has a web series called Teacher's Lounge that stars many greats of American comedy. Ted is universally loved and respected. He is an exciting performer because anything could happen to him, be it film, television or the mind welding of our video future. I think he and his family should be studied scientifically so that more people can turn out just like him.    It is my pleasure to present to you the one &amp; only Ted Alexandro.

This episode was recorded in Minneapolis. In the future if we are lucky every comedian will be more like Ted Alexandro. Not only funny but passionate about knowledge and politically active. I am a fan of Ted Alexandro because whenever I see him perform he is talking about things that matter and putting his unique opinion on world events. He is the kind of comedian I like the most in that he is the kind of comedian you learn things from, one that makes you see a topic from a different way you hadn't seen. He studied music and taught music before becoming a comedian and teaching seems to infuse most every act that he commits artistically. He will forever be enshrined in the comedy history books for starting the movement that led to the New York City comedy clubs to raise the pay for comedians from the paltry 20 dollars a set they had paid for years.  Ted was heavily involved in the Occupy Wall Street movement from the beginning and it is not only a driving force in his life it reflects creatively in his comedy.  He has a web series called Teacher's Lounge that stars many greats of American comedy. Ted is universally loved and respected. He is an exciting performer because anything could happen to him, be it film, television or the mind welding of our video future. I think he and his family should be studied scientifically so that more people can turn out just like him.  It is my pleasure to present to you the one &amp; only Ted Alexandro.

This is a bonus episode where I am forced to make a statement about my story concerning Louie Anderson. As it turns out the hard hitting investigative journalism of Jay Cridlin from the Tampa Bay Times newspaper has uncovered the 32 year old story of a young rube from Florida who went to Hollywood for the first time and got his ass squeezed by one of America's most beloved clean comedians. Is this newsworthy or just a cheap shot from an entertainment writer at a family newspaper to create a click bait story that will drive traffic to their website? In this episode I recount, read and emote the correspondence and my personal plea to Jay Cridlin not to punch down at Louie Anderson by bringing my name up to him in his interview. He chose to do so anyway so that it why I am addressing this now in the full glory of emotions that I have experienced from the time of the incident, to now being put on the spot for a comment that was requested by Jay Cridlin from the Tampa Bay Times. I will read to you now both, the first draft of my official statement and the final short official statement that I sent after talking with my most trusted friends. I do not believe that journalists are the "enemy of the American people" like Trump keeps repeating but I do believe that some of them might consider applying the standards of human decency to their work. Bravo to the Tampa Bay Times for such hard hitting investigative journalism and I hope that this story earns them the Pulitzer prize that they so richly deserve. Shalom Amigos y Amigas.      * Become our patron and receive podcast goodies! www.patreon.com/tomrhodesradiosmartcamp   * Sign up for a conversation with Tom! www.patreon.com/tomrhodesradiosmartcamp   * Buy my new albums "All Hail Laughter" &amp; "Clean 18" www.tomrhodes.net www.tomrhodes.net

This is a bonus episode where I am forced to make a statement about my story concerning Louie Anderson. As it turns out the hard hitting investigative journalism of Jay Cridlin from the Tampa Bay Times newspaper has uncovered the 32 year old story of a young rube from Florida who went to Hollywood for the first time and got his ass squeezed by one of America's most beloved clean comedians. Is this newsworthy or just a cheap shot from an entertainment writer at a family newspaper to create a click bait story that will drive traffic to their website? In this episode I recount, read and emote the correspondence and my personal plea to Jay Cridlin not to punch down at Louie Anderson by bringing my name up to him in his interview. He chose to do so anyway so that it why I am addressing this now in the full glory of emotions that I have experienced from the time of the incident, to now being put on the spot for a comment that was requested by Jay Cridlin from the Tampa Bay Times. I will read to you now both, the first draft of my official statement and the final short official statement that I sent after talking with my most trusted friends. I do not believe that journalists are the "enemy of the American people" like Trump keeps repeating but I do believe that some of them might consider applying the standards of human decency to their work. Bravo to the Tampa Bay Times for such hard hitting investigative journalism and I hope that this story earns them the Pulitzer prize that they so richly deserve. Shalom Amigos y Amigas.   * Become our patron and receive podcast goodies! <a href="http://www.patreon.com/tomrhodesradiosmartcamp" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/tomrhodesradiosmartcamp</a> * Sign up for a conversation with Tom! <a href="http://www.patreon.com/tomrhodesradiosmartcamp" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/tomrhodesradiosmartcamp</a> * Buy my new albums "All Hail Laughter" &amp; "Clean 18" <a href="http://www.tomrhodes.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.tomrhodes.net</a> <a href="http://www.tomrhodes.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.tomrhodes.net</a>

277 My Official Statement

In the year 1812 Napoleon was defeated, the waltz was the new hit sensation of aristocratic Europe and Lord Byron became a literary superstar over night and the toast of high society England. He was born a gorgeous full lipped curly headed boy and as a man spent vastly to always be stylishly dressed and fancied himself a dandy. He was born with a club foot that he drag slide when he walked. He was both ashamed and short tempered when it came to the topic of his club foot.  Some historians believe his numerous conquests with women were just an attempt to mask his real attraction to young men. What can be agreed upon by all who studied Byron is that no hole was safe around this guy. His foot might have been lame but there wasn't anything lame about his dick. The married Lady Caroline Lamb had to be dragged out of London because she was acting like a shameless hussy over our poet and disgraced her family name. He reluctantly married Lady Annabella Milbanke who he tortured mentally by being the shittiest most spoiled husband who ever pranced over the streets of London. When the dirty little secret that Byron had fucked his half sister Augusta and had a baby by her, that was the straw that broke the back of this opium addicted household. Annabella took the kid that she had by Byron and ran off back to her mother and father at the family estate. Annabella being much perturbed by the heinous stupefied state with which our poet had spent their married year was all too happy to help spread the very true rumor that not only did Byron fuck his sister he squirted inside of her like an animal and made a baby with her. Once this news hit the mass consciousness of England the people couldn't shut up about it. It was all they wanted to talk about and Byron now being the most loathed turd of society was not welcome anywhere. Byron never liked scenes and now he was afraid to visit the theater for fear of being hissed in public. His life has fallen apart and his shit was weak but at this moment the sales from his books are bringing money in and he sells his family estate to give him the bank roll needed to go live any kind of life he would want to live anywhere. This story I'm going to tell you today is about the period in Byron's life when he was riding high and famous in London. I will read you many highlights from the Peter Quennell book 'Byron The years of fame'. "Rumor and legend are potent aphrodisiacs." Come get some of this in your brain. Enjoy the feast! Long may you run! Or rather, long may you side shuffle while dragging your club foot Lord Byron!

In the year 1812 Napoleon was defeated, the waltz was the new hit sensation of aristocratic Europe and Lord Byron became a literary superstar over night and the toast of high society England. He was born a gorgeous full lipped curly headed boy and as a man spent vastly to always be stylishly dressed and fancied himself a dandy. He was born with a club foot that he drag slide when he walked. He was both ashamed and short tempered when it came to the topic of his club foot.  Some historians believe his numerous conquests with women were just an attempt to mask his real attraction to young men. What can be agreed upon by all who studied Byron is that no hole was safe around this guy. His foot might have been lame but there wasn't anything lame about his dick. The married Lady Caroline Lamb had to be dragged out of London because she was acting like a shameless hussy over our poet and disgraced her family name. He reluctantly married Lady Annabella Milbanke who he tortured mentally by being the shittiest most spoiled husband who ever pranced over the streets of London. When the dirty little secret that Byron had fucked his half sister Augusta and had a baby by her, that was the straw that broke the back of this opium addicted household. Annabella took the kid that she had by Byron and ran off back to her mother and father at the family estate. Annabella being much perturbed by the heinous stupefied state with which our poet had spent their married year was all too happy to help spread the very true rumor that not only did Byron fuck his sister he squirted inside of her like an animal and made a baby with her. Once this news hit the mass consciousness of England the people couldn't shut up about it. It was all they wanted to talk about and Byron now being the most loathed turd of society was not welcome anywhere. Byron never liked scenes and now he was afraid to visit the theater for fear of being hissed in public. His life has fallen apart and his shit was weak but at this moment the sales from his books are bringing money in and he sells his family estate to give him the bank roll needed to go live any kind of life he would want to live anywhere. This story I'm going to tell you today is about the period in Byron's life when he was riding high and famous in London. I will read you many highlights from the Peter Quennell book 'Byron The years of fame'. "Rumor and legend are potent aphrodisiacs." Come get some of this in your brain. Enjoy the feast! Long may you run! Or rather, long may you side shuffle while dragging your club foot Lord Byron!

301 Lord Byron: Years of Fame

Steve Hicks

Steve explains why Bill Hicks is to some people what Jesus is to Christians. And what it was like to be the big brother of Comedy Jesus.

Steve explains why Bill Hicks is to some people what Jesus is to Christians. And what it was like to be the big brother of Comedy Jesus.

Steve Hicks (Part 1)

Tony Hinchcliffe

Tony Hinchcliffe grew up in an all black neighborhood in Youngstown, Ohio and it gave him an unshakable confidence that they don't teach you in private schools.   Growing up near real life super hero Ray "Boom Boom" Mancini gave him the world view of an unbreakable bad ass and he is determined to walk the razor's edge of speaking truth in comedy.   We talk about the poor ratty whites who will regret eight years of Trump if the still end up being losers during the white nationalist roar that the Trump presidency is. We talk about the trick of American society being that we chatter about race when we should be paying more attention to class and inequality. Now that our country has been sold out to the Russians we might be seeing those round pointy things that you see on the Kremlin on our white house to accommodate the real master of that domain.   Doing dark and twisted humor is now a crusade because everyone is so touchy about everything. Tony is committed to the big dick rock &amp; roll approach to comedy and he reminds me that the "cancel generation" doesn't buy tickets to comedy shows.   As the earth spins out of control with hate, stupidity and cruelty it has never been a better time to be Tony Hinchcliffe, with his 'Kill Tony' podcast crushing the charts and him selling enough tickets to keep calling the shots. His comedy is fearless and he always slices out the heart with a hard edge and that is why it is my pleasure to present to you now Tony Hinchcliffe!   patreon.com/tomrhodesradiosmartcamp

Tony Hinchcliffe grew up in an all black neighborhood in Youngstown, Ohio and it gave him an unshakable confidence that they don't teach you in private schools. Growing up near real life super hero Ray "Boom Boom" Mancini gave him the world view of an unbreakable bad ass and he is determined to walk the razor's edge of speaking truth in comedy. We talk about the poor ratty whites who will regret eight years of Trump if the still end up being losers during the white nationalist roar that the Trump presidency is. We talk about the trick of American society being that we chatter about race when we should be paying more attention to class and inequality. Now that our country has been sold out to the Russians we might be seeing those round pointy things that you see on the Kremlin on our white house to accommodate the real master of that domain. Doing dark and twisted humor is now a crusade because everyone is so touchy about everything. Tony is committed to the big dick rock &amp; roll approach to comedy and he reminds me that the "cancel generation" doesn't buy tickets to comedy shows. As the earth spins out of control with hate, stupidity and cruelty it has never been a better time to be Tony Hinchcliffe, with his 'Kill Tony' podcast crushing the charts and him selling enough tickets to keep calling the shots. His comedy is fearless and he always slices out the heart with a hard edge and that is why it is my pleasure to present to you now Tony Hinchcliffe! <a href="http://patreon.com/tomrhodesradiosmartcamp" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">patreon.com/tomrhodesradiosmartcamp</a>

305 Unshakable confidence with Tony Hinchcliffe

This episode is a roller coaster of emotions for me because I just received bad news an hour before recording that I am still processing. Not every podcast episode can be happy and cheerful but thankfully, Ashna pulls me back from the brink and helps me to see the bright side of life. It all comes down to status anxiety and that is what we discuss at length in this episode from every angle. We also talk about Allan du Botton, the entertainment juggernaut that is Netflix, the poet Pablo Neruda, my favorite Italian movies and the Ken Burns documentary about the Vietnam war. The number one enemy of happiness is envy. Curb your desires now and enjoy the brains and hearts of the Tom and Ashna show! Shalom amigos y amigas!

This episode is a roller coaster of emotions for me because I just received bad news an hour before recording that I am still processing. Not every podcast episode can be happy and cheerful but thankfully, Ashna pulls me back from the brink and helps me to see the bright side of life. It all comes down to status anxiety and that is what we discuss at length in this episode from every angle. We also talk about Allan du Botton, the entertainment juggernaut that is Netflix, the poet Pablo Neruda, my favorite Italian movies and the Ken Burns documentary about the Vietnam war. The number one enemy of happiness is envy. Curb your desires now and enjoy the brains and hearts of the Tom and Ashna show! Shalom amigos y amigas!

238 Status Anxiety

Ramy Youssef

Ramy Youssef is one of the bright young stars burning it up in the comedy world right now. I worked with him last year and he is one of my favorite young comedians right now. If you are looking for a lovable young Muslim to build a television show around you need look no further than today's guest and that is why it is my pleasure to present to you now the one and only Ramy Youssef!

Ramy Youssef is one of the bright young stars burning it up in the comedy world right now. I worked with him last year and he is one of my favorite young comedians right now. If you are looking for a lovable young Muslim to build a television show around you need look no further than today's guest and that is why it is my pleasure to present to you now the one and only Ramy Youssef!

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