Getting My Act Together

Joe begins the podcast with a live road rage incident and then talks about doing four spots on a Saturday night.

In an episode that was recorded two weeks ago, Joe does not talk about the challenges posed by his podcast network but instead shouts out a listener's payment to the show, talks about having a fun time at a local comedy club, and a dear comedy friend appearing on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon.

Joe maunders about the Riyadh Comedy Festival and using a certain provocative word onstage for the first time.

Joe talks about learning valuable lessons from a shoplifting incident, another episode of partisan madness in the United States, and hearing the dreaded "too soon" phrase yelled at him for the first time.

Joe talks about the ceiling on the amount of love a man can expect from his wife's mom, baseball still being the sport of the unemployed, and what a Democrat President would not do if elected.

Joe talks about the hottest show yet at the Ken Club, getting a headlining gig at a San Diego club, and a visit from someone who makes him feel unconditionally accepted.

Joe responds to two very different listener emails. You can get involved by emailing [email protected].

Joe talks about a listener email, bombing on a terrible show, and a potential lifeline in San Diego comedy.

Joe talks about the impact of actually thinking about what you are doing, audience members "helping" jokes along, and another hot show at a San Diego comedy club.

Joe talks about the difference between dad humor and comic humor, his neighbor eavesdropping on the podcast, and working a San Diego club two weeks in a row.

Joe talks about wetting his pants before going on stage.

Joe talks about the return of the podcast, a couple new bits, and upcoming club shows.

Joe catches up on global tensions, West Coast travels, and running bits on his daughter's friends' parents.

Joes talks about dropping the ball and being an incredibly thoughtful podcast host.

Joe talks about a fellow dad doing his best and the only three things that can get a comic cancelled.

Joe talks about comics reading the room, a visit from an old comedy friend, and a new plan for the Wednesday show at the Ken Club.

Joe talks about what homeless guys want instead of water, hanging in there amid a chaotic schedule, and the success of his Atlanta peers.

Joe talks about when actors being governors seemed incredible, why he's been scarce lately, and the recent situation involving the Weezer bass player's wife.

Joe offers proof of life, tries to reconfigure his act, and talks about the tension between financial independence and creative fulfillment.

Joe talks about the peril of getting your hopes up, his wife's options were she to enter the dating pool, and a new bit about how God might not be pro-life.

Joe talks about supportive friends, pursuing something he's not really sure he wants, and the launch of "The Bible, Objectively."

Joe talks about a ray of hope in the American landscape, newmaterial going over well, and a great song about great musicians by a great group.

Joe talks about a loss that made him aware of his personal growth and facing an uncomfortable truth after a show.

Joe talks about the debut of Comedy at the Ken Club, a hotBlarney Stone show, and why he’s rooting against Auburn in the Final Four.

Joe talks about being bummed out by people who get bummed out by the news, the hottest new comedy show in San Diego, and a great suggestion from a beloved listener.

Joe talks about his new comedy show, three Chobas under one roof, and being leveled by a song.

Joe talks about being terribly wrong about not getting the flu, yet another great movie from 1990, and what happens late at night when the demons come.

Joe talks about being energized by seeing a hilarious comicin San Diego, getting the oddest handshake of his life, and fighting off the depressive triggers that come with being sick.

Joe talks about the Chobas being under the weather, a policeaction on his street, and bombing a show an out-of-town comic asked him to do.

Joe talks about the San Diego State women's basketball team, the noises that keep people awake at night, and the first chapter of "The Bible, Objectively."

Joe talks about a message from Down Under, the cancellation of another beloved open mic, and giving your all when you are not at your best.

Joe talks about a listener message, his new comedy show, and having PTSD from an interaction with his daughter.

From the road, Joe talks about an exciting comedy development, his new weekend job, and loved ones he wished he knew. Here's the link to the "It's All You Can Do" pod from a couple years ago: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/d6lpUDm7sRb

Joe talks about getting life-changing encouragement from a listener, the retirement of one of his all-time favorite basketball players, and the truth about wanting people to lose their jobs.

Joe bails on one podcast idea for another, wonders if he has reached peak delusion, and talks about getting asked to do a great show for Australians and New Zealanders.

Joe talks about receiving highly valued listener feedback, meeting someone who'd seen him perform in Atlanta, and the impact of inflation on what the Tooth Fairy pays.

Joe talks about being amazed by and grateful for the persistent listeners of The Podcast to Be Named Later, improving joke ideas with better setups, and private school parents who are undeniable.

Joe market tests a new podcast, highlights what is and isn't normal, and talks about what happens when you click through.

Joe responds to a listener's comment, talks about an all-time great rap group, and confirms where he will be tonight.

On today's Choba Sprint, Joe talks about how to hang out a comedy club, hosting his favorite show in San Diego, and working for someone who wants to you be more efficient.

Joe talks about the power of quitting smoking, a fun Monday night show, and the importance of listener reviews of the podcast.

On another podcast of spare parts, Joe talks about three different shows, taking his daughter to the movies, and writing tasteless jokes based on current events.

Joe talks about a celebrity drop-in at one of his shows, the key to successfully putting out Instagram reels, and looking for sanity in the least likely of places.

Joe talks about the fires across San Diego County, meeting another citizen of the world, and getting a bit out of the news without having to doomscroll.

Joe talks about why men rewind the show you're watching, his new media blackout, and possibly getting a new bit out of Elon Musk's lunacy.

Joe talks about recently bombing at the Comedy Store in La Jolla, his evolving perspective on San Diego comedy, and what it really means to speak truth to power. Also, here's the link to the episode about not getting passed: https://shorturl.at/DWUbt

Joe talks about honoring a legend, a new podcast idea, and teaching his daughter important life lessons.

Joe talks about one of the world's great filmmakers, new material not really working, a good reminder to not make presumptions about the audience.

Joe talks about why the holidays might be depressing, MAGA flags becoming American flags, and trying to get material from tragedy.

Joe talks about a night out with The Big Choba, having the knife twisted by The Little Choba, and the enduring charm of classic rock. Also, here's the AC/DC thing: https://www.instagram.com/heavy_metal_and_rock/reel/DDoQe-NND3t/