Tell Me You’re Joking
by Tell Me You’re Joking | Gaslight Studio STL
Tell Me You’re Joking leans into the taboo, popular, annoying, and entertaining subjects that rile us all up. This podcast will make those who say ”politics and religion are private” want to open up and engage. Based out of Flyover Country, St. Louis Missouri, host JB Anderson brings on guests that have a say, give a damn, and are not afraid to shoot it straight.
Episodes
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Midterm 2026 | Epic Blue Tsunami
The 2026 Midterm was nothing short of incredible for Democrats, and some would say for Democracy in general. I was joined by former MO-2 Democratic primary candidate Joan Vondras, host of Town Talks Live, Matt Pidgeon from 7 Peaks Strategies, and Harvery Ferdman current Co-Chair of Gateway Dems....
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Brad Millabeats | Metal to Funk to Ice...
St. Louis is loaded with characters with substance. Brad Millabeats is one of them. A sort of "South Side Renaissance Man," Brad talks about his music, his band "Tree One Four," his 12 y/o business, the military, some chaos, and his new found relief/release in breathing and ICE. Literal, out of…
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Democrats... Being Leaderless is NOT A Problem
Republicans are a cult of 1. Democrats are winning everywhere. The diversity in victors, ideas, needs, and case studies is an advantage, not a knock. #politics #democrats #republicans #bigtent #vote #win
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Marsie Geldert-Murphy | IL State Sen. Dist. 56
Marsie Geldert-Murphy has spent her entire career in the business of engineering, building, and improving systems... mainly infrastructure. With 30 years in at IDOT, and an extended independent career working with multiple states' Departments of Transportation, her experience in the realm of...
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Pepe Kehm | Spaghetti Wars & The "Dark Arts"
Pepe Kehm is a household name in the F&B scene in STL. Having grown up in the shadow of the Arena, smashed between Dogtown and The Hill, his Italian mom & German/Irish/French dad kept him and his 3 siblings on their toes, and more importantly... food front and center. From restaurants to writing…
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Adam Zoph Media | News Chat
Adam Zoph makes a daily, sometimes multiple times a day, habit of simplifying the "news." Or at least it feels that way. With a combined 100K followers and growing, this Sub-:60 talking head decided to stretch his legs out and chat with me for over an hour. More detail, same fears, a good amount…
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Gina Mitten | MO-State Senate Dist. 4
Gina Mitten is the other Democrat running for the State Senate Dist. 4 seat. We talk about her background, her pathway, and this race, which is easily one of the most diverse districts in the state... ranging from the Wells/Goodfellow neighborhood on the North Side to Clayton, and south through…
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Josh Smead for Congress | MO-6
Josh Smead is on the final stretch. Our chat covers what he's seeing in the massive district, the conversations expressing massive fears when it comes to rural healthcare, the Trump Tariff effect on this massive agricultural district, and the simple economic reality (pain that is) that is…
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Steve Butz | MO-State Senate Dist. 4
Steve Butz joined to talk about his campaign for the Missouri State Senate Dist. 4 race. The life long STL native and I chatted about Democrats' national identity, Missouri's long-lost "bellwether" status, Amendments on the ballot, his race, City/County, local/state control of the STL police...
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Jeff Abney | MO-22 State Senate Candidate
Jeff is from Jeffco... IYKYK. Having grown up in the district, witnessing all its trials, tribulations, and its trajectory, he decided it was time to give back. To run. To compete. Jeff is looking to provide the 22nd District in Missouri with leadership that represents what the district actually...
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Matt & Melinda... 62040'ers on Life, Character, & Chaos.
A lesbian, a marine vet, and a soccer dad walk into a bar... The punchline can be found in this episode. Check out my conversation with two dear, long-time friends from my hometown. We talk about so much of the chaos that is today's political, social, and neighborhood environment. #granitecity...
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Brian McCormac | Mr. Meyer's Live & Vinyl Lounge
B-Mac. The long-time concert buyer, turned Red-Bull events guru, is now tackling (with friends) an in person live activation involving vinyl and a rotation of ace musicians. Check out Mr. Meyer's Live & Vinyl Lounge on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrmeyerslounge/ #stlouis #vinyl #lounge...
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Casey Scott | Missouri House District 2
Casey Scott... healthcare professional, mother of 2, and classic rock lover. Next up for this renaissance mom, with her dad's '66 Impala in tow... running for State Rep. Check out our conversation, her reason for running, what she sees on the ground, and why her district deserves better. Casey...
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Aaron Perlut | "The Death of Compromise"
Aaron is a true renaissance man... no, really. Entrepreneur, husband, father, musician, songwriter, mustache grower, and author. He joined me to talk about his new book: The Death of Compromise: How an unquenchable thirst for power, racism and media has killed political and cultural compromise in...
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Sub-Read: STL - The City That Just Lets You Live
Substack read, so you don't have to. ST. LOUIS: THE CITY THAT JUST LETS YOU LIVE Anecdotal realities that matter when you're trying to exist. #stlouis #midwest #opportunity #affordable #boringinagoodway #genZ
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Sub-Read: The Forecast Nobody's Reading
Substack Read: The Forecast Nobody's Reading 4 Seasons in St. Louis are a metaphor of our Civic-Corporate-Cultural-Community Chaos. Enjoy! #stlouis #legacy #opportunity #weather #family #growth
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Rachel Johnson | Medi Weigh Loss: GLP's, Perimenopause, & More...
Rachel Johnson has spent her whole career in healthcare. At Medi-Weight Loss her and her team are on the front lines of both new science via GLP-1's, old issues such as perimenopause, and connecting the dots between miracle drugs, the work needed to make it work, and the mindset necessary to do…
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TMYJ - Peter Merideth: Not Running, NO-MO TAX, Iran, and more...
Got to catch up with Peter Merideth after a brief hiatus (life, soccer, more life, and more). We talk about his potential run, why he opted not to, the district, Ann Wagner, and a load more. #politics #missouri #democrat #republican #commonsense #fight #iranwar Intro Music by Beth Bombara
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Marc St Pierre on Suicide: Myths, Realities, and Recovery
On January 1st of 2026, Marc St Pierre was ready to start the New Year. A knock on the door early in the day from a neighbor would change everything... permanently. What he soon discovered was that the lifeless body of his best friend, his husband, was sitting just feet away in his patrol car…
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Data Centers & Ai... Progress & Opportunity, or Fear & Loathing?
Jim Goebel and Matthew Porter are two leading voices in the Data Center value prop argument here in the STL Region. Given their experience in the field, as well as telecom, and their entrepreneurial visions, we discuss how and why St. Louis could benefit greatly from the new wave. They lay out…
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NO-MO Income Tax? Who Benefits? And Who Pays For It?
I was joined by two state Reps from different sides of the aisle, but with respect and hands outstretched... a rarity in the "show-me-state." We discuss the upcoming proposal, strategy, reality, and hopes of the potential elimination of the State Income Tax. Will an increase of Sales and Service...
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Don Looney | STL - UAW - Candidate
Don Looney is stepping back into the ring. After two failed School Board races, this Wentzville resident is running for House Rep seat. This UAW leader talks about his pathway, his race, activism, and more. Check out Don's campaign and consider supporting here:...
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Matt James | TikTok, GC, Goats, Peppers, & Family
Matt James is an enigma. Let's add it all up... Grew up in a steel town. Military Vet. Worked in an oil refinery. Union. Retired. Kinda a Nudi$t. Grows peppers. Raises farm animals. HAS OVER 50K FOLLOWERS ON TIK TOK (CLICK HERE)... and has a deep hatred towards hate, MAGA, and the like. That…
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Joan VonDras | Democrat for Missouri 2
Democratic candidate for MO-2, Joan VonDras. A lifelong educator has been motivated to enter the race in an attempt to unseat the 13+ year incumbent, R-Ann Wagner. In a district that regularly is avoided by the current representative, Joan looks to approach this race with a message and strategy...
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Josh Smead | Democrat Running for MO-6
Josh Smead is a family man, an architect, a pragmatist, and a Democrat in the largest land district in Missouri with 33 counties. Many of the counties are rural, loaded with farmers. 3 of those counties are more dense and carry with them much different issues. Somewhere in the middle of all of...
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Family Travel | With Kimm, Lynsey, & Tommy
Time to travel... but!!! Where do you go? Why? What do you do? How long should you go? Plane, Train, Auto? Laundry a must? Who get's to sleep in? Who doesn't? Dream location? How long? How do you pay for it? AND.... What do you do about Santa if you choose experiences over stuff? What a blast to…
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Monday's Suck: Pete, Pornhub, Pardon's, and more... 12/5/25
Peter Merideth & JB Anderson chop up some recent "news" Pete Hegseth, dead man walking? Honduran Drugs good, Venezuelan bad What does losing in TN tell Democrats? Missouri... Gamble all you want, but no Porn! MOLEG... we don't do math well: MODOT & Income Tax Chaos #stlouis #news #podcast...
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Nick Kimble: Missouri Representative - 82nd District
A son of a cop and sheet metal worker from the southside of St. Louis... Nick Kimble is the current Missouri House Rep for the 82nd District. Nick talks about his blue collar roots and his approach to Jeff City in an attempt to operate as a more pragmatic D from a city many see as dying to push...
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John O'Leary: "Soul On Fire" - Movie, Family, & More...
John O'Leary is simply an incredible human. Full stop... end of story. With his personal journey of tragedy, recovery, and determination now showing on the big screen - "Soul On Fire" - John's inspirational story and even greater character are on full display during our conversation. I was…
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Monday's Suck: Tornado's, Tattoo's, & more...
Peter Merideth & JB Anderson chop up some more of today's "greatest hits," also known as the never ending news cycle. This week: STL & Tornado Politics Platner - Nazi or Not, what does a Tattoo really mean? Shutdown politics & who's to blame... now Dem's options when it comes to pain & suffering...
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TMYJ: Mallory Rusch | Empower Missouri
Mallory Rusch is a true fighter. This south side, self-proclaimed Christian, talks about her path, her focus, her role at Empower Missouri, and so much more. We navigate through the three main pillars of Empower Missouri, those being: Housing, Food, and Community Justice. Taking on traditional...
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Monday's Suck: Young Repubicans, Shutdown, Portland, Crypto, & More...
Peter Merideth, Will Eskay, and JB Anderson hit on some current events! Young Republican Group Chat Chaos Qatari Bribes turned Idaho Training Crypto/Trump grift Shutdown power Portland Little Border Debate... Crosby, Stills, Nash, & Young, Really. Be sure to Subscribe to keep up! #politics #news...
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TMYJ | Dr. Ed Weisbart - The Fight For Universal Healthcare
Everyone wants a Dr. who loves the Beatles. Meet Dr. Ed Weisbart!!! This Chicago native spent his early working days growing a family practice that helped form his viewpoint on healthcare in America, and resulted in a fight he continues to this day. Dr. Ed Weisbart is the national board secretary...
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TMYJ | Monday's Suck... feat: Caryn Haddix & Peter Merideth
On this episode, Military Mom (& Arsenal supporter), Caryn Haddix, joined Peter Merideth & JB Anderson to chop up a little bit a news... 10-7-25 Bad Bunny Chicago Raids Israeli/Hamas 2 year Anniversary Military Mom's opinion Tay Tay & US Culture Shutdown Cori Bush "Death Match" Please Subscribe…
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Ryan Sheridan | Republican Running for Missouri 2
Ryan Sheridan for Congress. Running against "Wallstreet Wagner," as he likes to refer to the Missouri 2nd District incumbent Representative Ann Wagner, Ryan talks about why he is running, why he is different than Ann, and what he is going to focus on. Ryan opens up about wanting to address the...
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Monday's Suck... Market's, Gun's, Christian's, and more!
Bam Jones, Peter Merideth, and JB chop up some current events for the week! Intro - "Fix You" Stock Market is NOT THE Market Kirk's Memorial / Political Fundraiser Speedbumps for Guns NATO... meh. Autism & Tylenol I JUST WANT TO AFFORD A HOME! Please subscribe, comment, and share!!! #politics…
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Monday's Suck... On a tuesday: Kirk | 230 | Nat. Guard | Gerrymandering MO | iPhone...
On this episode, I was joined by Will Eskay and Peter Merideth to discuss, in order, the following: 1st Amendment doesn't protect firings after Kirk murder How to engage with Family after political chaos National Guard in St. Louis: maybe / maybe not? Section 230 - Hold Social Media Platforms...
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B-Side STL | Amy De La Hunt aka: "Amy_In_Words"
Amy De La Hunt... the Mass-Com grad from North Dakota, landed in STL via Minnesota, Germany, and more! A passionate writer that has covered the chaos of STL County politics, education, and more, she really found a "sweet" spot in writing and featuring some of St. Louis' finest culinary options…
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Monday's Suck | 9-10-25
News update including Trans Gun Bans, Hyundai ICE sweep, Mamdani race, Ballot Initiative chaos, Awful "Tweets," and Zuckerberg's embarrassing hot mic! Left of Left = Peter Merideth Right of Center = Tom Mudd Right of Left of Center = JB Anderson #politics #news #ICERaids #Mamdani #Trump #DNC
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Larry Morris | Illphonics - kaf - MATI
The lead MC of Illphonics, Larry Morris, joined me to talk about all things music, scene, fusion, local, gig, festival, and more. The Kranzberg Arts Foundation Director of Programs and Partnerships, Larry talks about the musci landscape in St. Louis, why working outside of the city is more...
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Nikki Budzinski | US House Rep. District 13 - Illinois
On this episode I had the privilege to speak with US Representative from Illinois’ 13th District, Nikki Budzinski. The center left Democrat, who was influenced by her Union and Education based grandparents from the center of Illinois, took some time and chatted with me about the real kitchen…
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Nathaniel Hudson | Seattle - Shanghai - STL
Nathaniel Hudson, a Seattle native who had had enough "Patagonia Clutching," decided to go make changes. This international teacher turned HR/Recruiting Consultant traded the dreary/wet Pacific Northwest for the "dry-heat" of Arizona, and then decided it was time to bounce... to Communist…
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Peter Merideth | MOLEG Alum, Soccer Dad, and more...
Peter Merideth is one of the most talented legislators to have battled and fought for STL in the blood "Red" halls of Jefferson City in a long time. Term'd out, this attorney turned soccer dad, and now Creve Couer resident (sorry Peter, had to), sat down and chopped up his pathway, his passion…
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Adam Zoph | @DOESTHISMATTERTOME
With millions of views per month (and growing), this fellow union-town ex-pat Adam Zoph is on a content mission to break the algorithm and push a more empathetic (educated) narrative... while having fun. This DeSoto ex-pat is pumping out daily vid's on @DOESTHISMATTERTOME, targeting the news of…
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B-Side STL | Nate Burrell
Nate Burrell. Total Ace. This Northeastern Ohio native sat down with Anthony & JB at Whiskey Ring on Cherokee and chopped up "future history," rock and roll photography, Covid Snow Day Project, why STL, and what's next. A brilliant conversation that exposes some of the hidden realities and…
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Matt Devoti | 5th Ward Alerman - STL City
I was joined by freshman 5th Ward Alderman Matt Devoti. We talk about the changing realities within the city, especially his home district, #5: The Hill, South Hampton, and more... We discuss ideas to help move development faster, smoother, and more equitably. We talk about the post tornado…
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Robert & Tyler | Hat Launch
Robert Hamm... CEO/Founder of Hat Launch joined me along with buddy & CFO Tyler Smith. The GRANITE CITY ALUM, who's now a Highland Bulldog, talks about why wanting a Lamborghini changed everything. This Ranken Tech grad went from #softwareengineering to #stitching hats... and then some! A…
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B-Side STL | Lindsey Wehking
The "Prairie Witch" from Edwardsville... Lindsey Wehking. This Mizzou J-School grad flew the coop and headed to NYC to take on a bigger challenge, with bigger expectations, and walked away with a bigger appreciation for her roots. This Journalism/Anthropologist superstar talks with Anthony and JB...
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Mitch Meyers | From "Spuds" to "Buds"
Mitch Meyers is a powerhouse. This long-time ad heavyweight cut her teeth at a time when most of the men in the industry discounted women... period. She didn't care. As one of the brains behind arguably the greatest beer ad campaign ever, she has outkicked all the coverage. Bud Light was expected...
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B-Side STL | Alex Natsios... USAid to Stellar Hog
Alex Natsios is an east coast transplant, fellow Hoya with Anthony, who has spent his life/career working with USAid. After a south county lass had him consider STL home, he has never looked back. Having travelled the globe helping millions dig out, recover, eat, and live, Alex has used his "free...
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Tell Me You’re Joking leans into the taboo, popular, annoying, and entertaining subjects that rile us all up. This podcast will make those who say ”politics and religion are private” want to open up and engage. Based out of Flyover Country, St. Louis Missouri, host JB Anderson brings on guests that have a say, give a damn, and are not afraid to shoot it straight.
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