The ChicagoTonyV Show
by chicagotonyv
Former reformed Chicago mobster (allegedly for entertainment purposes) talks about life, past crimes, Chicago culture, mob culture and generally tries to help save the lost kids of the internet. Mr. V streams on Reddit under the account LibbyNator if his dopey computer guy Vinchenzo doesn't mess up his setup. If he offends you, Mr. V will send a personal video apology if he feels it's legit.God bless the nuns of Sacred Heart Convent, god bless the Bears, and God bless all you kids who should stay off the internet and read a book instead. Above all, Mr. V says don't be like him. All the money, the dames, the parties, the cars, the drugs and booze cannot compare to the beautiful soul you have inside you.
Episodes
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Grinding My Own Wheat to Make Bread and Other Stuff
This is a recording of The ChicagoTonyV livestream on Twitch for Monday, Feb 27, 2023. If you want to check out the livestream and interact, the show is live Mon - Fri at 7am EST. Find it here: http://www.twitch.tv/ChicagoTonyV In this episode I talk about using my grain mill to grind my own…
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Valentine’s Day Episode
How have you been?! We are still cranking out daily livestream shows at http://www.twitch.tv/ChicagoTonyV Come check out the show live if you want to interact. Mon - Fri 7am EST.
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Zombie Apocalypse Nears and What I’m Going to Do About It
Today I talk about some of the worries I've had behind the scenes about current events, the state of our world, etc. and what I'm going to do about it. "Prepper" is kind of a silly word, but today I defend it and am even proud to be doing something to brace myself for calamity. Enjoy!
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Why Are People Fighting About 911 After All These Years?
Got into two "fights" about 9/11 this past week. What in the world is going on? We all need to take a little breath and cool the engines here. Also, some mail is answered.
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Why Am I So Afraid of Starving?
An interesting thought occurred to me today. I also got to read a couple extra mailbag letters in this episode.
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Facing My Fears Feels Amazing
One last note on a big lesson learned during my adventure to inner Mexico. I hope to remember this trip for years to come. Magical and scary all at once.
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Getting Stranded in Mexico
What would I do? I have no idea, but in this episode I talk about the possibility.
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What Have They Done to Our Food?
All my life I've been a fat man trapped in an obese man's body. Seriously though, I share some evidence that might indicate they are messing with our food to make us fat!
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How I Learned to Never Quit No Matter What
Old farm guy taught me a lesson I hope I never ever forget.
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Why I Stack Gold and Silver and You Should Too
I had a letter on the live show this morning that inspired me to take this deep dive into explaining why I stack precious metals. I think it's absolutely critical to put at least a little gold and silver into your portfolio. I explain why in this episode.
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My Review of Billy Joel in Concert 2022
I'm a life-long Billy Joel fan and I've seen him in concert probably five or six times. This past weekend was my latest. I give an in-depth review of the Piano Man today.
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Shrinkflation Up Close and Personal
Let me tell you about my trip to the store today...
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Women of the Philippines Pursue the Little Diesel
Somehow the beautiful ladies of the orient have discovered Tony. Who will win his love and affection? Only time will tell. Will RoboCat stand for this? Inquiring minds want to know.
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Living in a Post-RoboCat Reality
My first "regular" show back from a wonderful weekend with our very own RoboCat. We went to the Indy 500 together and we crashed my ambulance together. What more could a girl ask for?!?!
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Month of May in Indy is My Favorite Time of the Year
Why do I love Spring? Probably mostly because it's Indy 500 time!
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Cinco De Mayo Extravaganza
Last show of the week as I'm taking Friday off. I'm going out tonight to celebrate, but will I drink? Maybe. Maybe not.
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A Hump Day to End All Hump Days
Today we had a fun Twitch broadcast and answered some strange and exotic mailbag letters. Good way to start the middle of the week!
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Mushroom Hunting in the Country and Lots of Sore Muscles
Built some fence yesterday and boy are my dogs barking!!
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Georgie Helps Me With a Massive Mailbag
If you are a fan of Georgie and/or the mailbag, this episode is for you!
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An Honest Discussion About Why I Am Scared for the Future
Give it a little while in this episode. I eventually get to an honest assessment of why I have turned myself into a "prepper." Had a great question regarding the future of the US dollar too.
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Let’s Talk About the YouTube Videos I Can’t Help But Clicking On
I guess "click bait" is a real thing. I thought it would be interesting to chat about the YouTube thumbnails that I absolutely MUST click on. It's a pretty wide range of topics.
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Failure and Fun Down on the Farm
I spent a day on the farm yesterday and achieved next to nothing. It sure was fun though! Also we had a fan letter that pissed GG off a bit. Scandal!
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EP248 - What’s Done is Done
Hello everybody and thank you for another chance to record a delightful free-form comedy podcast with my friends I call Tony's Pepperonis. I love you all!
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EP247 - I Want My Baby Back Ribosomes
Hello everybody and indeed, thank you for listening to my podcast. God bless you all!!
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CTV246 - The Thing With The Thing
Letters and laughs and a fun time with my online friends!
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EP245 - Evidence of My Unflappable Character
I told a story from long ago today, and I must say I'm proud of myself. I'm glad that somehow, some way I received a conscience in life. Was I born that way? Was I raised that way? Maybe both.
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EP244 - Are Women Hitting on Tony Without Him Knowing It?
This episode was particularly fascinating. Several Pepperonis seem to feel that women are just as forward and predatory (sexually) as men. This caused Tony to ponder just how ugly he is. Why don't women hit on HIM, he wondered out loud. Two callers helped Tony work through what might REALLY be...
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EP243 - Mailing Babies Through the Post Office
Believe it or not it used to be legal to mail babies and small children through the US post office! Not kidding!!!! In this episode Tony talks about this and other strange anomalies from years past. As always we had lots of lively discussions, mailbag questions about love and politics, and fun...
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EP236 - Father Knows Best in Show
Hello everybody and indeed welcome to the funniest improv comedy podcast put forth by an alleged former Chicago Mobster ChicagoTonyV. Fun and mailbag letters as usual.
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EP235 - Yak Knows More Movies and Mailbag
Make sure to check out our YouTube channel when you get a chance: The ChicagoTonyV Show on Youtube
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EP234 - Consider Yourself at Home
Welcome to another episode of the ad-lib comedy podcast The ChicagoTonyV Show. People from around the country write in to ask ChicagoTony advice on life, love and finances. Check out our YouTube channel: The ChicagoTonyV Show on Youtube
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EP233 - Experience Life Healthy Happy and for Real
We're back for another impromptu comedy podcast from The Big Diesel of Podcasting, ChicagoTonyV. First half hour is improv monologue and second half hour answers letters from his adoring fans. Check Out our YouTube Channel: The ChicagoTonyV Show on Youtube
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EP232 - A Sneaky Trick to Bring Us Closer Emotionally
If you know my morning coffee routine, then you must REALLY know me. Well, after this episode you WILL know it. Check out my YouTube: The ChicagoTonyV Show on Youtube
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EP231 - The More You Give The More I Take Cover
We had another great podcast today with lots of interesting mailbag letters. Thank you all for joining in on the Reddit livestream. God bless!! Check Out My YouTube Channel: The ChicagoTonyV Show on Youtube
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EP230 - Fun Mailbag and the Debut of Yak Knows Movies
One of the things I love about our show is that fans of the show become regular characters. No one person exemplifies that better that Yak Horseman. What a character!! Check out my YouTube channel: The ChicagoTonyV Show on Youtube God Bless!!
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EP229 - Wipe Your Feet at the Door
Another morning of comedy improv and current events from The Big Diesel of Podcasting, ChicagoTonyV!!
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EP228 - Put Another Log on the Firestorm
Another hour-long comedy improv podcast from (alleged) former retired Chicago Mobster ChicagoTonyV. Fun show with some interesting mailbags.
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EP227 - Put Another Shrimp on the Barbie Doll
Retired (Alleged) Chicago Mobster ChicagoTonyV returns with another comedy podcast gem. Thank you for spending the morning with me!
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EP226 - Misery Loves Companionship
Retired (alleged) Chicago Mobster ChicagoTonyV spends another hour entertaining the lost souls of the internet. God bless!!
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EP225 - Our Podcast is an Oasis for Isolated Covid Refugees
If you're wanting to break free from the loneliness and isolation of "This Flu Deal," look no further that our kinda weird, yet totally engaging podcast. Welcome aboard!!!!
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EP224 - People Are Inherently Good and We Should Be Optimistic About the Future
Today's show is a message of hope. I believe a vast majority of human beings are good, caring, helpful, moral, empathetic souls. I use today's show to make this case and share my own reasons for being optimistic about our future. Check out my newsletter: The Secret Sauce Newsletter Tony on…
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EP223 - Back From the Dead
I'm not gonna lie - This Flu Deal is no joke. NO JOKE!!!! It felt so good to be back with you all. I was rusty, I'll admit it. But RoboCat called in to do the mailbag with me. What could be better?!?!? Check out my awesome newsletter: The Secret Sauce Newsletter CTV on YouTube: The ChicagoTonyV...
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EP222 - MadLibs With Louchenzo and Year End
It's our last show of the year. Can you believe it?!?!?! How I managed to produce 222 podcast episodes in one year I'll never know. What makes this episode particularly special is the debut of ten-year-old Louchenzo, who finally gets to emerge from behind the camera to do his "speaking part."...
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EP221 - And a Partridge in a Hairy Knee
Christmas time is here..... almost. If you don't have your shopping done yet, just forget it. Before we wrap up the show for the year, let's take one more chance to have a bit of fun. Thank you all who enjoy The ChicagoTonyV Show! Check out my awesome newsletter: The Secret Sauce Newsletter My...
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EP220 - Step Away From The Snack Bar
Mods will not allow us to list the ACTUAL content of this podcast episode for fear that it will damage some feelings. Suffice it to say, Tony is a silver-tongued devil. Have a great day! Check Out My Awesome Newsletter: The Secret Sauce Newsletter Here is My YouTube Channel: The ChicagoTonyV Show...
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EP 219 - Fun in the Dentist‘s Chair
I had to put my big boy pants on and head to the dentist yesterday. I'm also planning for my road trip to Fort Lauderdale, FLA. I cannot wait for Christmas to be over, people!!
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EP 218 - Let Them Eat Cajun
It's getting close to Christmas. Is your plan ready? Everything wrapped? If you are stressed out by the holidays, you are not alone. As always, this episode is filled with goofy and interesting mailbag questions. God bless!
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EP 217 - One Flew Over the Cuckoo‘s Neck
Mailbag, planning for Christmas, flirting with RoboKitty and lots more!
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EP 215 - Scandal in Formula 1 Plus Today I Learned
Harry from the award-winning Gamer's Watch podcast called in today to explain the whole scandal involving the Formula 1 championship. Very interesting!! Plus lots of banter and mailbag letters. God bless!
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EP 214 - A Chicago Bears Fan Pays Tribute to Aaron Rogers
He is great. He just is. I'm sick of Rogers and Green Bay kicking the shit out of the Bears, but this guy is great.
About this show
Former reformed Chicago mobster (allegedly for entertainment purposes) talks about life, past crimes, Chicago culture, mob culture and generally tries to help save the lost kids of the internet. Mr. V streams on Reddit under the account LibbyNator if his dopey computer guy Vinchenzo doesn't mess up his setup. If he offends you, Mr. V will send a personal video apology if he feels it's legit.God bless the nuns of Sacred Heart Convent, god bless the Bears, and God bless all you kids who should stay off the internet and read a book instead. Above all, Mr. V says don't be like him. All the money, the dames, the parties, the cars, the drugs and booze cannot compare to the beautiful soul you have inside you.
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chicagotonyv