Ep 73 - O.P.P. All The Time

Jon D. takes on ketchup conspiracies (seriously — check the Pantone match), why Andor might just be the best Star Wars content ever created. Plus listener giveaways, and more. It’s part stand-up, part soapbox, and full of Jon D. style.🧃The Great Ketchup Conspiracy: ever wonder why the Heinz bottle at your favorite restaurant doesn't taste quite right? Jon breaks down how Heinz is now using Pantone color codes on its labels to bust restaurants refilling bottles with off-brand junk. (Check your ketchup before you wreck your hot dog.)🏒 Jon weighs in on the Stanley Cup Final: Panthers vs. Oilers, and yes, he’s pulling for Edmonton again. He also recaps the Capitals' season, including Ovi’s record-breaking moment, and breaks down what went wrong against Carolina (aka “the Dirty Canes”).🌌 Jon dives deep into Andor Season 2, calling it the most grounded and realistic Star Wars yet. He praises the gritty world building, standout performances (shoutout to Cyril’s overbearing mom), and the bold storytelling choices. 📬 Congrats to Alex B. for winning the Amazon gift card for Ep. 72, and props to Wade B. for longtime loyalty — Wade’s getting a surprise $10 card just for sticking with the pod. Jon also answers the classic question: What’s up with the “D” in Jon D? (Spoiler: blame another comic from Pittsburgh and a clever suggestion from Mike Diesel.)🎁 Want in on the giveaway? Email the minute mark where Jon says the episode title to [email protected] — first one to do it wins a $10 Amazon gift card. It’s an investment… but it might pay off. Eventually.“You should ask to see the manager and ask for a free dessert — because you have been emotionally scarred.” – Jon D. MillerThis episode also includes:Memories of marrying ketchup bottles in restaurant side workGiant summer vacation families and chaotic beach town dinnersNHL goal song beefs (looking at you, “Dallas Stars”)A little podcast voice creeping into Jon’s stand-up voiceJon’s case for watching Andor and KenobiA shoutout to Real Genius and other great summer moviesSupport & Connect: 💸 Venmo: @JonD.Podcom 📬 Listener mail / contest entries: [email protected] 📱 Instagram + Threads: @JonD.Podcom 👍 Facebook: Jon D Podcast 📺 YouTube: JonDPodcom (may include dumb stuff, but it's still worth it)Recorded using a Shure SM7dB microphone. Recorded & produced at Amber Tree Media Studio by Jon D PodComCharity Spotlight:No Kid Hungry – Helping school-age children access food, especially during summer breakWounded Warrior Project – Supporting America’s veterans with care, housing, and healthBestFriends.org – Working to make every animal shelter a no-kill shelter nationwide#JonDPodcast #KetchupConspiracy #StanleyCupFinals #Andor #StarWars #Heinze #Capitals #Comedy #Oilers