454. Make People Laugh, Learn Something Stupid: Keb Pound

“You want your children to experience good and bad, but not tragically.” — Wayne Friedman In this humorous episode of Better Call Daddy, host Reena Friedman Watts is joined by her dad, Wayne Friedman, for a heartfelt discussion that blends humor with life lessons. Together, they dive into the intricacies of parenting, sharing wisdom that spans generations. This episode features a special guest appearance from Keb Pound, the creative mind behind the popular podcast, Stupid History Minute. Keb shares his journey in podcasting, the importance of storytelling, and the humorous side of history that keeps listeners engaged. Reena and Keb explore the challenges of balancing creativity and technicality in podcasting, while Wayne offers his sage advice on navigating life's ups and downs. As they reflect on their personal experiences, the trio discusses the lessons learned from both successes and failures, emphasizing the importance of making choices that lead to growth and understanding. From the significance of mentorship to the value of genuine connection, this episode is packed with relatable anecdotes and insightful takeaways. Join Reena, Wayne, and Keb for a lively conversation that reminds us all to embrace our individuality, learn from our mistakes, and always strive for personal growth. With laughter and heartfelt moments, this episode is a celebration of family, wisdom, and the art of storytelling. (00:00) Reena Friedman Watts hosts the Better Call Daddy Show with Grandpa Wayne Friedman (03:34) Keb: I appreciate all feedback on the podcast (07:27) Your dad was a huge sports fan. Yeah, I heard you mention on podcast (13:53) I was very ambitious when I was in my 20s, incredibly ambitious (14:42) You do home improvement, podcasting, writing jokes (21:21) We shared a guest you had on Flat Earth, Dave. Do you know that is the number one most listened episode (26:41) Stand up comedy is like a drug, and it just lightens you up (28:35) Since you started podcasting, how many big podcasts have come and gone (31:48) The Stupid History Minute uses artificial intelligence to help with research (35:43) So have you roped your kids into being a part of your production (40:59) The United States Census Bureau knocks on your door asking you to do your census (43:23) Keb has been through two divorces and learned a lot (49:36) In February 2024, I had sepsis (53:10) What I would tell people in their 20s is  (58:48) The Stupid History Minute started on Unfiltered and it was hilarious (01:01:28) What advice did you give your children that you did not follow yourself (01:06:36) Gabriel Iglesias: I absolutely love the stupid history minute (01:10:36) Have you thought about doing a podcast for your business (01:12:29) Keb talks about living life and getting experiences rather than relying on textbooks (01:13:20) Keb asks what advice you've given your children that didn't follow Connect with Keb Stupid History Minute  https://x.com/stupidminute Connect with Reena Friedman Watts Better Call Daddy Website | LinkedIn | Instagram YouTube Thank you for tuning in to Better Call Daddy—where wisdom and heart meet!