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Main Street Music Show
by Jacob Johnston
The Main Street Music Show is a plate of fun sketches with a side of music. It’s entertainment for all ya’ll.
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Spring Sneezes Bring May Wheezes
The Main Street Music Show went live in March and things got exactly as controlled as you’d expect, which is to say…not at all. We went back in the studio and recorded some of our favorite sketches from our live show.This episode features a lineup of sketches that spiral beautifully from everyday annoyance into full-blown chaos. “Snack Day” kicks things off with a morning meltdown over missing socks that somehow escalates into a philosophical debate about youth sports, sugar dependency, and whether bananas are a personal attack. Spoiler: they are.Then there’s the “Diabetes Bake Sale,” a perfectly reasonable small-town fundraiser where every department of a wellness clinic contributes the least medically advisable food imaginable. It’s a loving tribute to community events and the quiet understanding that “wellness” is more of a suggestion.“The Elves” brings us into post-Christmas couples therapy at the North Pole, where taking down decorations becomes a multi-year commitment and “We’re elves” is treated as a legally binding excuse. Marriage is about compromise, unless you’re a leap year baby gaming the system.And finally, the episode wraps with a date-night disaster in our ClearBreeze Allergy Relief commercial, where romance gets absolutely bulldozed by a sneeze that refuses to respect personal space, social norms, or basic physics. Nothing says love like airborne chaos.It’s small-town life, turned up just enough to feel uncomfortably familiar. Live audience, big laughs, and at least one sneeze that deserved its own standing ovation.
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Springin' and Singin' Pt 1
Spring has officially arrived, and so has a brand new live episode of The Main Street Music Show.In Part 1 of Springin’ and Singin’, we kick things off the only way we know how — with high-energy bluegrass, a few strong opinions, and absolutely no control over what happens next.You’ll hear how the show got its start (spoiler: it involves jury duty and questionable decision-making), witness a man save the world through relentless arguing, and discover what happens when smart devices start acting like siblings.Plus, we’ve got music from the White Oak Ramblers, a questionable restaurant that probably shouldn’t exist, and just enough chaos to make you glad you’re not in charge.Featuring live performances, original sketches, and the kind of humor that feels right at home whether you’re in a theater or sitting on your front porch.This is Part 1 of a 3-part live show — so settle in, turn it up, and welcome to Springin’ and Singin’.
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Love Is All Around
Love Is All Around kicks off with a woman realizing the gym has officially become a February ghost town (RIP New Year, we barely knew ye). Then we hear from the revolutionary BackDash App — the only food delivery service brave enough to do returns.Agent Hoyt is forced into his worst nightmare: an undercover Valentine’s date… with his least favorite agent. We swing back by Pearl’s porch, where the hollerin’ is still loud and still free.Dr. Victoria Frankenstein attempts to engineer the perfect Valentine’s man (because dating apps clearly weren’t unhinged enough). And finally, thanks to a writer’s strike, a gruff CEO of a Valentine’s card company takes matters — and the sentiments — into his own rough-around-the-edges hands.Romance, regrets, and ridiculousness collide in this heart-filled February episode of The Main Street Music Show: Love Is All Around.
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Mostly Fine, Emotionally Complicated
This month on the Main Street Music Show, we unpack winter’s biggest lie: “Just wait, it’s coming.” From a weatherman who spends all week hyping a monster snowstorm only to ghost it completely, to a woman discovering that her beloved Hallmark Christmas town in February is just Greg from accounting with a scarf, this episode lives in the letdown. We sit on a bench with a husband revisiting memories his wife was never invited to, hear Punxsutawney Phil deliver an exhausted monologue about being dragged out of bed when Doppler radar exists, and ask the hard questions about expectations, nostalgia, and why we all keep falling for it. Plus, thanks to our sponsor Big Game Insurance, helping you cover the emotional and relational damage caused by things you said during the Super Bowl, this episode is fully protected against regret, awkward apologies, and “I didn’t mean it like that.”
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A Silent Night - LIVE
Celebrate the holidays with a live episode of the Main Street Music Show, packed with festive comedy, classic radio-style sketches, and unforgettable storytelling. This episode features hilarious Christmas movie parodies, including a deadly Secret Santa and a Grinch determined to save the planet whether anyone likes it or not.You’ll also hear a full detective adventure with Veronica & Bevins as they investigate the case of a missing Nativity turkey, a Revolutionary War romance told through increasingly disastrous letters, and a heartwarming Appalachian tall tale about Big Charlie, a runaway circus train, and the legend of Ed the Zebra.Recorded live in front of an audience, this family-friendly holiday episode delivers laughs, nostalgia, and just enough chaos to keep the season interesting.
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Giving Thanks LIVE - 2025
The holidays get wonderfully unhinged on this special Main Street Music Show episode! From an airborne backstory involving sixth graders and turbulence, to a daughter who joins a Cracker Barrel drum-circle commune, to two elves in couples therapy working through centuries of bad gift-giving… it’s a full sleigh of sketch comedy and musical mischief.You’ll visit the world’s most judgmental French boutique, survive Loretta’s terrifying driving exam, and watch a Hallmark-style romance fall apart in real time.Grab your cocoa, tighten your seatbelt, and enjoy a festive blend of chaos, charm, and laughter straight from Main Street.
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Hallow's Night
This month on The Main Street Music Show, fall gets wonderfully weird! 🍂 A man faces pumpkin-spice overload, a weary hotel clerk checks in a lobby full of ghouls, the Purdy Gap Last Baptist Jubilee Festival brings hometown chaos and casseroles, and Dr. Frankenstein tries (and fails again) to create the perfect husband. Plus, this episode is proudly sponsored by The Corn Maze App, helping you get out of literally sticky situations this fall.
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The Fall of Summer
This month on The Main Street Music Show, autumn panic hits in A Cool Breeze, a fed-up driver lays down the rules in Disgruntled Bus Driver PSA, and Budrow Jenkins’ Drive-In Funeral Home serves life’s biggest moments car-side. We tee off with chaos in the UGLI Banana Golf League and close with The Noble Bassist, where rock and responsibility collide.
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Live at Realm Makers
This month’s episode was recorded live at the Realm Makers Expo in July! If you’ve never been, mark your calendar—it’s a must. Joining us on stage were voice acting legends Katie Leigh and Mike Nawrocki, with music from Andy Ferris and Megan Stark, plus special guests Daniel and Katie DiMarino. Sound effects came to life thanks to Helen Persons.The show had it all: a sci-fi author racing to catch her flight, Agent Hoyt piloting the luxury cruise ship Starlux Majestic (with some questionable assistance), Elves dealing with unexpected house guests, Knight Bertram off slaying a dragon while Rowena juggled a lineup of suitors, and Veronica and Bevins handling security for a pair of 2,000-year-old squirrels.This episode was brought to you by AirDnD and Church Candy.
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Best of...Season 3
In this special Best of Season 3 episode of The Main Street Music Show, we’re serving up a trio of fan-favorite sketches that showcase the heart, humor, and absurdity that defined the season. First, in “Nate on a Bench”, an office worker’s quiet lunch break spirals into chaos when he’s recruited for a top-secret mission—an offer he hilariously refuses in favor of finishing his sandwich. Then, “Country Men Passing Each Other” captures the subtle brilliance of two rural men exchanging barely a dozen words with maximum meaning. And finally, “Diabetes Bake Sale” parodies small-town fundraisers with a wildly overindulgent spread of sweets and fried food—all courtesy of the local wellness clinic. It’s the perfect send-off for a season full of wit, charm, and just the right amount of chaos.
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Hot As Blazes
In this episode of The Main Street Music Show, neighborhood tensions flare in a dramatic Nextdoor feud over a stolen gnome, a new hire’s sarcastic tone sends an office into meltdown, and a teen’s Ivy League dreams are crushed when her parents reveal they blew her college fund on NFTs. Capping it all off is the rebellious anthem “I’m 88 and Not Afraid of Jail” by Necks Big Thang—an ode to aging without fear (or filter).
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May Contain Nuts
Season 4 of The Main Street Music Show is here, and we're kicking things off with a brand-new episode packed with laughs and quirky characters! In this episode, Sally and Timmy try to outshine each other with their over-the-top summer plans, while one reluctant husband agrees to a vacation in Greece just to escape the dreaded annual trip to the lake with his brother. Meanwhile, a simple call to Town Hall spirals into chaos as one man battles an endless loop of automated responses, and Loretta, the ever-dedicated crosswalk guard, takes public safety to extreme—and hilarious—new heights. Brought to you by our friends at D.O.G. (the Dog Owner’s Guild) and Glow and Behold Neon Vests, this episode sets the tone for a fun-filled season of music, comedy, and small-town charm.
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April Sours
In this episode of The Main Street Music Show, a seasoned Shakespearean actress wrestles with selling hot dogs, Nate just wants to enjoy his sandwich in peace, a millennial keeps dramatically quitting social media, and the Hero Awards return. Brought to you by the proud (and bald) members of the Bald United Men's Society—BUMS.
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The Madness of March
In this wild episode of The Main Street Music Show, the Elves are back in therapy—this time because Tinker lost his job to AI, and to make matters worse, Santa’s reindeer are facing deportation! Meanwhile, over at March Madness, an announcer is on the verge of a meltdown as the final minute of the biggest game of the year gets interrupted by an endless stream of commercials.Down at Last Baptist Church, Doris is fuming over the extravagant spending on the annual Easter Egg Drop—she's got opinions, and she’s not afraid to share them! Meanwhile, Veronica & Bevins are on high alert as they take on the high-stakes job of Easter Bunny security. Can they keep things under control, or is this holiday about to go off the rails?All this chaos is brought to you by Ease-A-Sneeze—because springtime allergies shouldn’t be the biggest disaster of the season!
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February Favorites
This episode of the Main Street Music Show brings back some of our favorite sketches from the past. A tennis match in a national park turns into a battle against bees, a bear, and a honey badger. A tough grandma dishes out no-nonsense dating advice. A diva’s first recording session is anything but smooth. A Civil War soldier and his girlfriend exchange letters while a nosy neighbor stirs up trouble. North Pole elves try couples therapy, and a runaway boy learns the world isn’t as exciting as he hoped.Revisit these classic sketches and enjoy the laughs all over again
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It's Cold
Welcome to the Main Street Music Show! It's winter, and it sure is cold outside. This month we have a fun episode talking about love, cold and the coldness of love.
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They're Singing 'Deck the Halls'
In this festive Christmas episode, we serve up a hilarious lineup of holiday sketches and surprises! First, the Gingerbread People discover their sweet and crunchy fate. Then, meet The Wise Man Who Forgot the Myrrh on his journey to Bethlehem. Next, Detective Veronica finds herself starring in a Hallmark movie, unraveling small-town holiday clichés. Sherlock Holmes makes a guest appearance, deducing everyone’s Christmas gifts with his signature flair. Finally, we read your comments, adding a personal touch to the holiday cheer. Brought to you by Church Candy
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We Give Thanks
Happy Thanksgiving from The Main Street Music Show! This week, Travis takes "thankfulness" to new heights, while Kathy and Cathy turn their radio show into a commercial-break battleground. We've got a pompous voiceover artist, the elves back in therapy, and another wild adventure with Veronica & Bevins on the hunt for a missing turkey. Brought to you by UGLI Golf and Baby Boomer Muzzle—because silence is golden.
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It's Halloween!
Rundown Pumpkin Spice Outage Opening - Turn Your Radio On - Burlap and Ashes Millennial/Gen Z Scare House featuring Carrie Murphy Purdy Gap Wellness Clinic - Diabetes Bake Sale Socially Conscious Trick-or-Treaters featuring Carrie Murphy Old Men Passing on a Back Road Le Vieux Sac Fatigué A Pumpkin Love Story Credits Cast - Jamie Cloutier and Daniel Cross with special guest - Carrie Murphy Host - Jacob Johnston Writers - Jay Corton, Allison Johnston
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Paying Those Bills
Get ready to laugh as we dive into the hilarious world of nostalgic nonsense! In this special compilation episode of Main Street Music Show, we’re serving up the best commercials from past episodes. From the Dog Owners Guild to Dennis's DIY Dentistry and Pete's Delete The Meat Feasts, we've got all your favorite products right here in this episode.
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We're Back At It
We are back for a brand new episode. As we wrap up summer, we are visited by some regular characters, Veronica & Bevins. We also let AI write an episode about the first day of school. We spent some time at the fair with a carnival barker and pitched some ideas for a new independent film. This episode was brought to you by the Dog Owners Guild and Back Crackin’ Chiropractic.
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Kids Compilation
We are tired…very tired. Jacob’s (the host) daughter was born on June 18th, so we’re not doing a live show this month. However, it’s a good feeling to have enough content that we can do our first compilation episode. So this month is all about kids.
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Back to Basics
Hello everyone and welcome back to the Main Street Music Show. We are back in the studio this month with Jamie Cloutier and Daniel Cross. Veronica & Bevins are on the case of the missing magician, a couple of activists attempt to save the baboons and we catch up with the Jingledoodles.
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Live in Nashville
We start our 3rd season of the Main Street Music Show with some new voices in a new city, but with the same ole laughs. That's right, we are living in Nashville. We've got pilots snoozing on the job, a bad mechanic and little Timmy running away from home. Andrew Lizarraga joined us to play a few tunes.
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Live at Sonic Con
We are live again! This time at Sonic Con 2023 in Lynchburg, Virginia. We gave grandma a birthday to remember, went to some elves couples therapy, Veronica & Bevins were on another case, James Hoyt found himself in quicksand, and we heard a letter home from the Civil War. Our show was brought to you by Pete's Delete the Meat Feasts and PDA (Prudence, Dating Advisor). This show featured our Main Street Players - Jamie Cloutier and Daniel Cross - with some guest appearances by Kera O'Bryon and Sam Van Fossen (Chicken Skins). We also had live sound effects and a live bluegrass band - Roundabout.
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The One That Didn’t Happen
This episode didn't happen...it's a long story. But we recorded one anyway. We have a spy on a park bench, a man just trying to cancel his credit card, a Barbie appearance, little league losers and a word from our sponsor - Fixinta Airlines - If they tea isn't sweet, they don't fly there.
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Better Late Than Never
This is our yearly Christmas episode. We will hear Santa’s Performance Review, visit Claudette at La Vie Sac Fatigue, write A Letter Home, visit with our old friends Ruby and Kenny and finish things up with a real Nativity Story. Josh Bissell came by to play us a tune.
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We're Back!
We were on a break! But we're back with Season 2. Our old friends Veronica and Bevins are back, plus we have a therapy session, some golf, a fairy tale and Pearl. Rachel Gifford is back with us for a new song entitled - Falling In Love.
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They Are Looking At Us
It's Episode 5 and it's LIVE! That's right, we ventured out to the White Hart Cafe in downtown Lynchburg, VA and had a live audience for the first time. But don't worry, it was still the same old show. We had some sleuths snooping around, trying to solve a case. The Elves were back in couples therapy dealing with the effects of spring. We heard some scary campfire stories. And a secret agent forgot his password. We also had some original music by Emma Donohue with Bryan Morykon and some old timey tunes with Raistlin Brabson.
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Love is in the Air
Love is all around in this special Valentine's episode. Cupid is working overtime. Jordan and Abby trade some non-traditional gifts. Ann and Jack awkwardly meet for the first time in Freshman Orientation And a love song written and performed by Rachel Gifford.
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We Did It Again
This episode includes a couple of world records gone wrong, Phaedra's first day of work at the gas station, a back-to-nature tennis match, a visit from our travel correspondents - Ruby and Kenny Mullins, and the heroic actions of two ophidiophobic zoo employees. We also have an original song by AgainsttheSea. Our acting company, the Main Street Players, include Aaron Bohn, Jamie Cloutier, and Daniel Cross with a special guest appearance by Micah Lynn Hanson
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Christmas Time's a Comin'
Christmas Time's a Comin'! We just dropped our special Christmas Episode. This episode includes Rudolph's Eulogy, Some Elves Therapy, and a Not So Hallmark Christmas. We have music from Rachel Gifford and Lea & RJ Hatt. Our acting company, the Main Street Players, includes Jamie Cloutier and Daniel Cross.
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The Beginning…and the End?
Welcome to the pilot episode of the Main Street Music Show. This episode features a somber visit from a friendly neighbor, a desperate traveler just trying to catch a flight, and an extravagant proposal. This pilot episode features music by Kelsie Newman and Burlap & Ashes. Our cast includes Anna True, Joshua Carter, Cody Carwile, Stacey Bradshaw, Aaron Bohn, Grace Ehrhorn, and Daniel Cross.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The Main Street Music Show is a plate of fun sketches with a side of music. It’s entertainment for all ya’ll.
HOSTED BY
Jacob Johnston
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