PODCAST · comedy
Where I'm From
by Bill Meeks
A podcast that proves no matter how far you go, you’ll always keep a little piece of home with you. Each week, Bill Meeks talks to his guests about their hometown and how it shaped them.
Episodes
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Jarod Joseph from Calgary, Alberta
We’re going back to Canada to talk with actor Jarod Joseph (Once Upon A Time, The 100, The Christmas Checklist), as we dive into his upbringing in Calgary, Alberta. Jarod discusses why Calgary is the “Texas of Canada,” explains his problems in high school and how they sent him on a path to…
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Iyaz Akhtar from Queens, New York
Geek out with Iyaz Akhtar, host of This Old Nerd/former host on TWiT.tv and CNET, as we dive into his upbringing in Queens. Discover how he developed his critical thinking skills at a Catholic school and how he became a tech enthusiast, including his love for the early days of the internet with...
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September McCrady from Lockport, New York
Meet September McCrady, aka NineOf12, my former partner on the America’s Next Top Podcaster reality competition and co-creator of the original Where I’m From Pilot. We'll dive into September's unique upbringing in upstate New York. From art class with Mr. Raymond and exploring the woods, to...
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More Bert Is Evil!
After my interview with Dino Ignacio blew up last week and became the most popular episode of Where I'm From by far, I thought new listeners would be interested in the other versions of the Bert Is Evil story I’ve told over the years. Dial up for even more internet nostalgia, coming up...…
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Dino Ignacio from the Old Wide Web
Meet Dino Ignacio, the creator of the infamous 90s website Bert Is Evil. We'll dive into Dino's unique upbringing on the internet and recall the exciting early days of the World Wide Web. From connecting to CompuServe and exploring the BBS scene, to creating the first internet meme and winning a...
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Dave Theune from Milwaukee, Wisconsin (Part 2)
Join us once again as we delve into the life and career of actor and Upright Citizen's Brigade improvisor, Dave Theune. This time, we discuss find out how his roles would be different where he's from in 'What If It Happened Here?'. We explore Dave's college years in Milwaukee, including the…
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Dave Theune from Cedar Grove, Wisconsin (Part 1)
Get ready for a wild ride with the one and only Dave Theune (Upright Citizen's Brigade improvisor, actor in shows like "I Am Not Okay With This" and the "Night Court" reboot)! Dave takes us back to his hometown of Cedar Grove, Wisconsin and shares memories of scrubbing the streets during the...
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Season 1 Sampler Platter
As we welcome 2023, I’m offering up some of my favorite Where I’m From moments from 2022, gratis. Tune in for some delicious free samples from our first season including Stephen Tobolowsky, Kelly Vrooman, Paul Zaloom, Brian Brushwood, Ashley Verma, Jason Inmon, and more! It’s the Where I’m From...
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A Tribute to Stephan Carroll from Wheeling, West Virginia
This week is a little different... I’m remembering and memorializing my longtime friend and musical collaborator Stephan Carroll from Wheeling, WV. I'll cover our history, from a high school computer class to an early YouTube hit with our band Classic Tragic Hero to all the great musical comedy…
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Santa Claus from the North Pole
Santa Claus (via his good friend Kelly Rands from The Humor Mill Orlando) joins us to celebrate... Well, the North Pole of course, but mainly Christmas! Santa recalls his early days with Burgermeister Meisterburger, and talks honestly about why he's currently spending most of the year at The...
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Kelly Vrooman from Mansfield, Ohio
Kelly Vrooman (comedic actor on Black-ish, Grey's Anatomy, writer on Tuttle Twins, and former host Sprout's The Sunny Side Up Show) joins us to celebrate her hometown of Mansfield, Ohio, recalls her early days in theater, and talks honestly about her grandfather and what it was like going to a...
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BONUS - Karen Kay from FOX Kids Club in Houston, Texas
After talking with Brian Brushwood about Katy, Texas earlier this week, I decided to rebroadcast an interview I did with Karen Kay, the host of the Fox 26 Kids Club in Houston, Texas. The Fox Kids Club was a local broadcast in many cities that promoted the Fox Network’s early-90s cartoon lineup,...
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Brian Brushwood from Katy, Texas
Brian Brushwood (magician, host of Scam Nation,The Modern Rogue, and Great Night) joins us to talk honestly about his hometown of Katy, Texas, recall his local sneakernet, and celebrates his first job at Mason Park Cinema 8. Brian Brushwood shares his experiences going to church in a...
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Rebecca Johnson from Birmingham, Alabama Part 2
Rebecca Johnson (co-host of Supergirl Radio) comes back to tell us more about her hometown of Birmingham, Alabama. She explains why she moved back after 14 years, and discusses Alabama's history of racism and how the city has grown. Rebecca Johnson shares her experiences running A/V equipment for...
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Rebecca Johnson from Birmingham, Alabama Part 1
Rebecca Johnson (co-host of Supergirl Radio) joins us this week to talk honestly about her hometown of Birmingham, Alabama. She recalls her first gig in TV news at WVTM, and endorses Frank Stitt's culinary delights at Highland Bar & Grill. Rebecca Johnson shares how she produced a music video to...
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Faith Benson from Allegany, New York
Faith Benson (host of The Frontier Podcast + Director of Growth Marketing for Gun.io) joins us this week to talk honestly about her hometown of Allegany, New York, recalls the Allegany Kangaroos, and satisfies true crime fans with the tale of the MURDER AT THE SKI WING RESORT. Faith Benson shares...
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Jason Inman from Stark, Kansas
Jason Inman (former DC All Access host, host of Geek History Lesson, and comic book writer/screenwriter) joins us this week to talk honestly about his rural hometown of Stark, Kansas, where he used to cruise for ears of corn, and how he got into comic books despite not having a local comic book...
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Ashley Verma from Moundsville, West Virginia
Ashley Verma (Broadway performer, fitness coach, and host of the BizziMumzi podcast) joins us this week to talk honestly about her hometown of Moundsville, West Virginia's Deliverance-inspired reputation, how her parents turned an old dairy into kitschy attraction, and how the Ohio Valley has...
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Stephen Tobolowsky from Dallas, TX
Stephen Tobolowsky (Groundhog Day, The Goldbergs, Archer) joins us this week to talk honestly about his hometown of Dallas, the teachers who shaped him, how Dougherty's Pharmacy taught him an important life lesson, and what it was like in his hometown when President Kennedy was shot. Stephen...
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Paul Zaloom from Garden City, NY
Paul Zaloom (Beakman from Beakman's World) joins us this week to talk honestly about his hometown of Garden City, how he got into the puppetry arts, where he hung out in the hip Hempstead district, and what it was like growing up in a big family. Paul Zaloom takes us through the backstory of...
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Steven Page from Scarborough, Toronto, ON
In our premiere episode, Bill talks with the talented Steven Page, formerly of Barenaked Ladies. From Steve's upbringing in Scarborough, Ontario to his journey as a musician, Steve takes us on a journey through his life and career. Learn about how a summer music camp changed the course of his…
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PILOT: Ali Spagnola from Pittsburgh, PA
Pilot. We talk to Ali Spagnola (Power Hour drinking game, YouTube musician/vlogger) about her hometown of Pittsburgh, PA, including Edgar Snyder ads, Kennywood, and how her alma mater Carnegie Mellon University prepared her to be a one-woman content studio. Sponsored By https://studiStreann...
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How many episodes does Where I'm From have?
Where I'm From currently has 22 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is Where I'm From about?
A podcast that proves no matter how far you go, you’ll always keep a little piece of home with you. Each week, Bill Meeks talks to his guests about their hometown and how it shaped them.
How often does Where I'm From release new episodes?
Where I'm From has 22 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.
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Who hosts Where I'm From?
Where I'm From is created and hosted by Bill Meeks.
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