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Discombobulated with Bobby Jaycox103 Rocks Don't Float: Cactus Tate Returns | Discombobulated with Bobby JaycoxThe day starts with fart etiquette and donuts and somehow ends with a heartfelt riff on friendship, parenting, and the strange rules of public bathrooms. That’s tour life: messy, loud, and full of tiny moments that turn into the stories we repeat for years. With our favorite chaos magnet Cactus Tate back on the mic, we stumble through airport bathroom mix-ups, “rocks don’t float” river logic, and the unflinching honesty that only comes from living shoulder to shoulder on the road.We go there: hemorrhoids, period logistics, and why menthol pads are a war crime. But the...
2025-11-1752 minDiscombobulated with Bobby Jaycox102 A Million Pavilions | Discombobulated with Bobby JaycoxThe day starts under a gray sky and a loud pavilion, and somehow that flimsy roof becomes a philosophy. We kick off by turning “you can’t corner me, I’m in a pavilion” into a whole worldview about space, safety, and the strange etiquette of public shelters. From there, the story jumps to Peoria’s Jukebox Comedy Club, where a broken chair and a grumpy Richard Pryor portrait spark a set built on pure presence. It’s a reminder that the best bits often arrive when you stop trying to force them and just play with what’s in front of yo...
2025-11-0829 minDiscombobulated with Bobby Jaycox101 Libbie Higgins | Discombobulated with Bobby JaycoxSupport the showhttps://www.patreon.com/c/DiscombobulatedwithBobbyJaycox
2025-10-291h 23Discombobulated with Bobby Jaycox100 Dirtbikes For Lunch | Discombobulated with Bobby JaycoxA closed hotel pool, a hot parking lot, and an angry ant hill aren’t the villains—they’re the chorus. Episode 100 lands mid-bite and mid-thought, which turns out to be the most honest place to take stock of a life on stage. We talk about addiction-level love for Story of the Year’s new song Gasoline, daydreams of skipping lunch for a KTM, and how the road strips away your excuses until only the work is left. That’s where the real conversation starts: anxiety that pretends to be effort, the strange ritual of staying calm all day just to sp...
2025-10-2331 minDiscombobulated with Bobby Jaycox99 Out Of The Lou | Discombobulated with Bobby JaycoxA sunrise at the Arch, a long overnight drive, and a confession most of us dodge: sometimes the tears just don’t stop, and the only thing that steadies you is the road. We head back to St. Louis to face a stack of old memories—prom photos, a busted elbow, a skyline that still knows too much—and use humor to navigate the heaviness. It’s raw without being bleak, funny without being flippant, and honest about how weird and human it is to cry next to someone you love while pretending you’re fine.We dig into t...
2025-10-1630 minDiscombobulated with Bobby Jaycox98 Sidewalks in Portland | Discombobulated with Bobby JaycoxWhat happens when you combine perfect hoodie weather, exceptionally potent cannabis, and sidewalks that require the vigilance of a bomb squad technician? Welcome to Portland, Oregon – a city that demands you look up at its breathtaking beauty while carefully watching every step.The contradictions of Portland create the perfect backdrop for reflection. One moment I'm admiring the stunning architecture and fall colors painting the sky in magnificent hues, the next I'm dodging "dog" waste with the agility of an Olympic athlete. This constant shifting between appreciation and avoidance becomes a metaphor for life itself – finding beauty despite obst...
2025-09-2931 minDiscombobulated with Bobby Jaycox97 Feed a Gremlin After Midnight | Discombobulated with Bobby JaycoxThe open road has a way of pulling profound thoughts from even the most distracted minds. Cruising down highways lined with autumn-kissed trees, this episode captures the stream-of-consciousness reflection that can only happen behind the wheel.Bobby dives deep into the peculiar hill he's willing to die on – hot coffee versus canned coffee – and why he'll defiantly order a steaming cup even in the sweltering Texas heat. The conversation shifts to life's small revelations, like his first childhood discovery of cruise control and how it terrified him to see his aunt seemingly driving without feet on the peda...
2025-09-1937 minDiscombobulated with Bobby Jaycox96 Chandler Cooper | Discombobulated with Bobby JaycoxWhat happens when musical talent meets comedic genius? In this episode, we dive deep with multi-talented creator Chandler Cooper, whose unique blend of music, comedy, and authenticity has captivated audiences across social media platforms.Chandler takes us through his fascinating journey from performing Stitch impressions as a child to developing his distinctive musical style. With remarkable candor, he shares the stories behind songs like "Looking for Sarah" and "Funny," revealing how personal experiences transform into art that resonates with thousands. There's something magical about how Chandler crafts lyrics with meticulous intention while maintaining an openness to collaboration...
2025-09-121h 00Discombobulated with Bobby Jaycox95 The Gambler's Summer | Discombobulated with Bobby JaycoxBob takes us on a wild journey through his recent gambling misadventures, road trip observations, and poignant reflections on aging in this deeply personal episode of Discombobulated.The casino has a way of making us forget everything we know about math and probability. Bob's $240 loss becomes a springboard for exploring the psychology behind gambling – the magical thinking, the superstitions, and the desperate attempts to recoup losses that only lead deeper into the hole. Despite the financial setback, he finds humor in the situation, celebrating the small victory of not visiting the ATM or bumming a cigarette.
2025-08-3133 minDiscombobulated with Bobby Jaycox94 New York To Texas | Discombobulated with Bobby JaycoxJoin Bobby on an epic road trip as he drives 24 hours from New York to Texas, sharing unfiltered thoughts from behind the wheel that range from hilarious to surprisingly profound.When Bobby finds himself with an unexpected day in New York City before hitting the road, he makes the impulsive decision to attend Kill Tony at Madison Square Garden. Standing outside the legendary venue, he experiences a powerful full-circle moment, reflecting on his first-ever New York performance at the tiny Magnet Theater years ago. Though he doesn't get selected to perform among hundreds of hopefuls, the experience...
2025-08-1936 minDiscombobulated with Bobby Jaycox93 Welcome to Mall Life | Discombobulated with Bobby JaycoxSupport the showhttps://www.patreon.com/c/DiscombobulatedwithBobbyJaycox
2025-08-0429 minDiscombobulated with Bobby Jaycox92 Canadian Bubble Bath | Discombobulated with Bobby JaycoxDive into the unexpected as I broadcast live from a bubble bath in a Roman-themed fantasy hotel room in Edmonton, Canada! This episode captures the beautiful absurdity of comedian life on the road – homeless but somehow lounging in luxury accommodations that feel straight out of a movie.The cultural differences between America and Canada come alive through everyday experiences that are slightly tilted from what we're used to. There's something fascinating about walking through a McDonald's drive-thru (they actually encourage it here!), sampling Canadian cannabis that hits differently than stateside varieties, and watching television that alternates between fa...
2025-07-2832 minDiscombobulated with Bobby Jaycox91 The Luck of the Parking Garage | Discombobulated with Bobby JaycoxTravel disasters have never been so entertaining! When my carefully measured carry-on luggage wouldn't fit in the overhead compartment and I spilled an entire coffee on the airplane floor, I knew this week was destined to become podcast gold. During a seven-hour Atlanta layover, I'm spilling more than just coffee—I'm sharing the beautiful chaos of life on the road.This episode takes you from Philadelphia casinos where my friends and I tested our luck at roulette tables (minus the alcohol they stopped serving right when we arrived) to an unexpected magical sunset moment in Brooklyn where gr...
2025-07-2434 minDiscombobulated with Bobby Jaycox90 Gas Station Art | Discombobulated with Bobby JaycoxEver caught yourself nodding politely while your Uber driver shares their life story at 3 AM? Or perhaps you've been that driver, watching a clearly intoxicated passenger try to maintain a conversation? This episode dives headfirst into the bizarre social ecosystem of rideshare culture from both sides of the app.Between announcing a packed summer tour schedule (come see me in Seattle, Portland, Oklahoma City, Philadelphia, and my Canadian debut in Edmonton!), I'm unpacking the strange intimacy that forms in the backseat of a stranger's car. From crying in an Uber only to have the driver suggest that "...
2025-07-0930 minDiscombobulated with Bobby Jaycox89 Attack Ants | Discombobulated with Bobby JaycoxWhat does it really mean to pursue a creative life on your own terms? Bobby takes us deep into his world as he navigates the unpredictable reality of being a touring comedian without a permanent address – something he calls "living flexibly" rather than homelessness.When tour plans to Canada suddenly change, Bobby finds himself celebrating the 4th of July with his friend Tatum's family instead of performing abroad. The unexpected detour leads to building a trampoline in the Texas heat for Tatum's daughter and reflecting on how children understand (or don't understand) the value of time, money, an...
2025-07-0630 minDiscombobulated with Bobby Jaycox88 Do The Wharf Twist | Discombobulated with Bobby JaycoxBobby returns to the podcast after a month-long hiatus with a delightful chaos of stories from life on the road. Recorded outdoors in Bakersfield, California—a city where "everything's on fire" and the famous nu-metal band Korn (with that backward "R") originated—this episode captures the beautiful mayhem of a comedian's touring life.From waking up in panic not knowing which city he's in, to the surprising contentment that comes with being "literally homeless and having the time of my life," Bobby shares a refreshingly honest perspective on choosing adventure over conventional adulthood. The contrast between friends with...
2025-06-1431 minDiscombobulated with Bobby Jaycox#87 The Dirt Bike Dream vs. Apartment Nightmares | Discombobulated with Bobby JaycoxFreedom calls from the wide-open road as Bobby makes a life-changing decision to abandon apartment living and embrace nomadic comedy life. After a frustrating apartment hunt culminating in a deceptive 15-month lease attempt, Bobby walks away from conventional housing altogether in favor of living out of his car while touring the country.This raw, honest episode captures the moment of transition as Bobby prepares to leave his Austin apartment for good. He calculates that out of the thirteen months he's paid rent, he's only spent about four to six months actually living there—a realization that makes hi...
2025-05-2731 minDiscombobulated with Bobby Jaycox#86 Bobby's Bender, Done That | Discombobulated with Bobby JaycoxStrap in for a wild ride as Bobby takes you on his recent adventure to New Jersey, where what started as a surprise appearance at his friend Venetia's 30th birthday spiraled into a week-long celebration that defied all expectations. From the moment he revealed himself on the balcony (causing tears of joy) to the hibachi dinner complete with sake squirted from water guns, every moment pushed the boundaries of adult fun.The Atlantic Ocean beckoned at midnight, frigid and foreboding, yet impossible to resist. Bobby recounts his reluctant plunge alongside his fearless friend Dom, capturing that perfect...
2025-05-2232 minDiscombobulated with Bobby Jaycox#85 Flipping the Bird | Discombobulated with Bobby JaycoxEver been so enraged in traffic you contemplated getting out of your car to flip someone off? Bobby explores this universal frustration with hilarious candor, sharing his recent experience acting as a road rage surrogate for his friend. It's not just about anger—it's about human connection in our modern world where we've traded physical confrontations for symbolic gestures.Bobby takes us along on his recent comedy tour journey from Salt Lake City (where legendary comic Rory Scoville was performing next door) to downtown Los Angeles (where he accidentally wandered near Skid Row). The constant thread through th...
2025-05-0634 minDiscombobulated with Bobby Jaycox#84 Beach Holes and Booger Bets | Discombobulated with Bobby JaycoxEver found yourself digging metaphorical (or literal) holes you can't escape from? This episode dives deep into the beautifully chaotic reality of living with ADHD, territorial beach behavior, and those moments when we become the unexpected villains in our own stories.Fresh from Naples, Florida (affectionately dubbed "Nipples, Florida"), I share my passionate dedication to beach hole digging that sparked an unexpected feud with a family over borrowed shovels. There's something primal about defending your sandy territory from strangers who don't respect the craft of hole construction! My frustration with these "shovel thieves" reveals a larger theme – th...
2025-04-2237 minDiscombobulated with Bobby Jaycox#83 Flying on the Spectrum | Discombobulated with Bobby JaycoxBobby Rackleff chronicles his wild adventures as a touring comedian in this honest, hilarious episode that perfectly captures the beautiful chaos of life on the road. From accidentally being marked as needing special assistance at the airport (despite having never requested it) to the nightmarish experience of staying in a Travel Lodge smoking room that felt haunted by the souls of previous occupants, Bobby's travel misadventures will have you laughing and cringing in equal measure.The episode shines brightest when Bobby recounts his time in New York City, his favorite place in the world, where he spent...
2025-04-1535 minDiscombobulated with Bobby Jaycox#82 Trust Fart | Discombobulated with Bobby JaycoxEver wonder what really happens when comedians hit the road together? Bobby takes us behind the curtain of comedy touring life, revealing both the hilarious disasters and tender moments that unfold when performers spend too much time in close quarters.The adventure begins with a midnight dog hunt at Cactus Tatum's house before a painfully early flight. The panicked search through rainy streets ends with relief when the runaway pup is found at a neighbor's home—but it's just the first challenge of many. Bobby perfectly captures that stomach-dropping feeling of potential disaster, comparing it to "when th...
2025-04-0935 minDiscombobulated with Bobby Jaycox#81 Brazil Birthday Times A Brazillion | Discombobulated with Bobby JaycoxBob Jaycox greets his "she's, he's, they's and gay's" with the unmistakable warmth and self-deprecating humor that's made Discombobulated a favorite among comedy podcast fans. This episode finds Bob in rare form as he riffs on the peculiar satisfaction of embracing your own body odor, particularly when you're "stinking and trying your hardest."With knees that sound like "when you should take the popcorn out of the microwave," Bob explores the unique indignities of aging into your mid-30s. Just when you think you've figured life out, your body starts betraying you in increasingly vocal ways. The...
2025-04-0332 minDiscombobulated with Bobby Jaycox#80 My Friend Erin | Discombobulated with Bobby JaycoxHelp Erin and her family here:https://www.mealtrain.com/trains/w0kvdqSometimes life throws the hardest challenges at the best people. My childhood friend Erin, who shaped my musical tastes and shared countless teenage adventures with me, is now battling Guillain-Barré Syndrome – a condition where her immune system attacks her nervous system. As a mother of twins and other children, she needs our community's support now more than ever. Throughout this episode, I share memories of our friendship, from introducing me to Story of the Year (when they were still Big Blue Monkey) to...
2025-03-3030 minDiscombobulated with Bobby Jaycox#79 Comedy Quinceanera | Discombobulated with Bobby JaycoxFifteen years into stand-up comedy feels both like a lifetime and the blink of an eye. From my first nervous open mic at the Funny Bone in St. Louis at 19 to celebrating what Cactus Tate dubbed my "comedy quinceañera" on our current tour, the journey has been filled with unexpected twists, meaningful connections, and moments of pure joy.The road hasn't always been smooth. On our recent tour stops, I battled a nasty ear infection that left me feeling like I had "water in my head" – a condition that became contagious when Cactus and I shared a v...
2025-03-2430 minDiscombobulated with Bobby Jaycox#78 LeMaire Lee | Discombobulated with Bobby JaycoxTwo comedians sitting by a lake, desperately thirsty, manifesting water into existence – the perfect metaphor for the creative comedy life. Bobby J. Cox welcomes LeMayr Lee to Discombobulated for a sprawling conversation that's as refreshing as the water they eventually receive from a kind stranger.The episode begins with unexpected revelations about their religious backgrounds, with LeMayr sharing stories of being a "fun Christian kid" who wore chicken suits for fundraisers and learned life lessons from the church uncles who cycled between jail and scripture. Both comedians confess their surprisingly late introductions to substances – LeMayr didn't drink unti...
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