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You Just Have To Laugh695. Let's start this month off with some funny stuff and facts about animals with your very funny host, David.This episode is just to make you laugh with some very funny jokes and intetresting facts about your favorite animals. David offers his unique humourous twist about these glorious creatures we share the planet with.
2025-11-0123 min
You Just Have To Laugh687. Finding the humor in our emotional crossroads.We all go through emotional crossroads. getting through them is the hard part. Humor and laughter can be two of the tools to help you get through them easier. David share some stories how that is possible. yjhtl.com
2025-10-0612 min
You Just Have To Laugh679. Performing Jazz and stand-up comedy are one in the same as World-Class trumpet player Stanton Kessler and comedian David Naster prove it.As a world-class trumpet, Stanton Kessler has got the 'chops.' He has over 50 years to back that up. David Naster has over 48 years of being a professional comedian with the 'chops' to back that up. The boys discuss the similarities of both jazz and comedy and the differences of how they affect us emotionally and physically. You will enjoy their expertise and insight as they are just a couple of life-long friends sitting at the kitchen table sharing stories and laughs.
2025-08-2542 min
You Just Have To Laugh678. From American Show Business to the meaning spiritual journey of faith, Esther Lewin shares her fascinating story of moving to Israel.This podcast has a special place in my heart because it is with my beloved niece. Paris Naster. She was bound for the Spotlight of Broadway when the Ohr of Judaism shined brighter. Ohr is one of the two main Kabbalistic metaphors for the light of understanding God with the mystery of divine influence, along with the other metaphor of the human soul-body relationship. Esther Lewin is now her Jewish, married name as she lives joyfully with her husband and son in Israel. Esther's journey is profound and fascinating as she shares not the coincidences of her path...
2025-08-2056 min
You Just Have To Laugh667. Make the choice to laugh and think funny - It's the best way to live and love.This podcast features me, David, your humble and charming host. I share why making the choice to laugh and find humor in life, especially during the tough times will help get through them and lead to a more fun and enjoyable life!
2025-07-0711 min
There's Just Something About Kansas CityDavid Naster: Kansas City Comedy Pioneer on Healing Through HumorBefore comedy clubs came to Kansas City, David Naster was already making people laugh on street corners. In this episode of There’s Just Something About Kansas City, we sit down with one of KC’s first stand-up comedians—who went from performing in the streets to opening for Celine Dion and headlining cruise ships around the world.Naster shares behind-the-scenes stories from LA’s legendary Comedy Store, how he convinced Stan Glazier to launch Stanford and Sons in Westport, and why he returned home to Kansas City. He also opens up about his personal struggles and how he’s...
2025-06-241h 02
You Just Have To Laugh647. A humorous and honest take on if the world is declining in morality with David.You humble and caring host, David Naster shares his insight and take if morality is really declining world-wide. What's your thoughts. naster.com 1davidnaster@gmail.com
2025-04-2415 min
You Just Have To Laugh646. Hitting Rock Bottom is the perfect place to creating your wonderful life.Your charming and humble host David Naster shares his experience and the beauty of hitting rock bottom. It's an end to what didn't work to the new beginning that will work. The reason, you're the writer, creator and star in your life's movie. You can and will make it a winner.
2025-04-1715 min
You Just Have To Laugh638. Is there Laugh after death? Sometimes you DON'T just have to laugh. Sometimes things are not funny. I get it. Sometimes you don't just have to laugh. Sometimes I keep my funny thoughts in my thinking. When people aren't ready to laugh the last thing they need is for anyone to force what they think is a funny on them. How do you know when to do this? It begins with this. YOU HAVE TO KNOW THEM. Even then it can back-fire. So as the old saying goes, "Know you audience." This podcast will show how to bring humor and laughter to get through grief. More about You...
2025-03-2227 min
You Just Have To Laugh634. Funny, You don't sound Yiddish. Let's learn some great Yiddish words with David. Yiddish is a language used by Jewish people. It originated in 9th or 10th century in Central Europe. It's a West Germanic language that developed when Jews from France and Italy settled in the Rhine River valley. Today it is mainly spoken in the Israel, the United States and Russia. Bissel (bisl)— A little bit, as in "I just want to eat a bissel right now." Bubbe (bubby) — Grandmother Zayde (zaide)— Grandfather Chutzpah —
2025-03-0213 min
You Just Have To Laugh632. My mom was no-nonsense with unconditional love.This podcast is from my heart. Great memories of my mom which I know will spark great memories of your. The picture was taken the first year of my life -1953. naster.com for info on You Just Have to Laugh.
2025-02-1917 min
You Just Have To Laugh628. Is being grateful and thankful the same thing? Yes and it's all about appreciation. And David proves it with a favorable eye.You Just Have To Laugh – meets judgement with a favorable eye. Being both thankful and grateful are interchangeable with one another and are simply expressions of appreciation. Thankful is an expression of gratitude. Gratitude is the thought of appreciation. So let's flip that around. Gratitude is an expression of thankfulness. Thankfulness is the thought of appreciation. You humble host, David Naster, breaks this all down and looking at any situation with a favorable eye helps get through any negativity or unpleasantness.
2025-01-3111 min
You Just Have To Laugh626. YJHTL is dedicated in helping people get through grief. Reverend Bob Hill, Rabbi Michael Zedek and David Naster offer their experiences to help others get through their grief - the anguish experience after significant loss. "We don't get over grief, we do what you can to get through it so we don't stay in the paralysis of sadness. All three of us offer you this podcast from our hearts and care."
2025-01-2839 min
You Just Have To Laugh616. The true meaning of Chanukah with Rabbi Michael Zedek - and it's not about the miracle of the oil lasting for 8 days. Rabbi Michael Zedek explains the true meaning of Chanukah. It has nothing to do with an 8-day miracle of the oil burning. He also explains it's on the 25-day of the Jewish month of Kislev and how the Jewish calendar coincides with the lunar movement of the moon. Rabbi Zedek also gives us the history as well significance of Chanukah. This a fun, interesting and lively podcast as it always is with Michael Zedek. Taking Miracles Seriously – a journey to Everyday Spirituality by Michael Zedek Amazon, Barnes & Noble and Sutherland House books You Ju...
2024-12-2538 min
You Just Have To Laugh612. Gary Cardile checks all of the boxes of the YJHTL message Humor, Laughter, Faith, Helping others and MUSIC. And he has played with best of Latin, Jazz and R &B musicians.Gary began his professional career at the age of 16 as a singer/dancer/percussionist working with R&B acts in the K.C. area. During the next 30 years, Gary continued to work professionally, sometimes as a vocalist, but more often as a percussionist, backing some of the greatest names in Jazz and Entertainment. Working with the likes of Hank Crawford for 8 years, Eddie Cano (One of the fathers of Latin Jazz) for 4 years, and the award winning quartet Yoboso for 5 years whose CD "Off The Menu" Won 6 awards at the New Mexico Music Awards including Best Vocal Performance. Some...
2024-12-1145 min
You Just Have To Laugh611. Funny Holiday Stories to keep you in Seasonal CheerYou host, David Naster tells some very funny holiday stories to do nothoing more than a give you a smile, a chuckle or a snort. Enjoy and share to keep thet Holiday Cheer going. yjhtl.com for books and nasterblasters
2024-12-0911 min
You Just Have To Laugh609. You Just Have to Laugh at PAIN with your charming host.Is it possible to laugh at, and through your pain – both physical and emotion? Yes and in this podcast and my book You Just Have To Love - the meaning of life, I prove it possible and vital to living a meaningful and joyous life. Order the book – You Just have To Love – the meaning of life - at naster.com.
2024-12-0209 min
You Just Have To Laugh607. Don't look down on yourself. Stop it. It's your life and you alone can make it meaningful and fun.Your life is created by you. The good, the bad and the ugly. You can change your life anytime you want to by your state of being. Your circumstances do not determine your life, your state of being and choices do. Be it acting on or reacting to your emotions that too is a choice. So, you must be aware of what you are thinking and feeling. Add value to your life. Live your live amused with meaning. Do it now! Naster.com – for presentations, books and the world fam...
2024-11-2513 min
You Just Have To Laugh606. 14 You Just Have To Laugh's suggestions for a meaning and joyful life. We offer you these because they work! David Naster takes you through14 suggestions that will put into motion a meaningful and joyful life. You are welcome to implement as many as you want. We might suggest all of them because they all work. 1: You want fair, every state's got one, go find it. 2: You are the only person who can take care of you. 3: Want it! Earn it. 4: Start at the bottom and enjoy every step up. 5: It takes time to learn. Enjoy the process 6: Words Lie Deeds don't. 7: If your...
2024-11-2021 min
You Just Have To Laugh605. How to successfully talk about God intellectually between different faiths with Reverend Bob Hill and Rabbi Michael Zedek.Talking religion with people of different faiths can get to heated argumentative rather than having a civil discussion. Tempers and passions can flair with new understandings being lost. Rabbi Michael Zedek and Reverend Bob Hill share a fascinating discussion how intellectual understanding can be gained without disruptive emotions when sharing philosophies about one's belief in God. We kindly encourage your sharing of this podcast. If you have questions for future podcasts of this nature email David at 1davidnaster@gmail.com. Thank you for your participation as we pray for God's blessings for a world where we can get along w...
2024-11-1724 min
You Just Have To Laugh604. Vision can be fooled, but not what you hear. David explains why the YJHTL podcasts are audio only. Seeing can trick you. Your hearing can't, because hearing translates to thought. Seeing translates to a different filtering system. It can be deceiving, that's how magicians make a living. When we listen to each other and hear a truth, it resonates in our thinking - it permeates every fiber of our being. That is why listening commits more to the divine truth than seeing. That is why I don't have a visual podcast. Seeing disrupts truly listening. When experiencing the meaning of words in the intellect then moving to an emotional response - that heightens our energy to di...
2024-11-1311 min
You Just Have To Laugh603. Where do superstitions come from? David takes you on a fun and interesting answer to over 25 of them.Knocking on wood Throwing salt over your shoulder Don't walk under a ladder Step on a crack break your mother's back Fingers crossed Friday the 13th Itchy Palms Don't face two mirrors across from each other. Never stick your chopsticks straight up Don't go home right after a funeral Keep your shoes off the table And 18 more…
2024-11-1013 min
You Just Have To Laugh590. How to act, not react, with the rude and vitriolic people on social media.Acting and reacting to our emotions are two different things. Your YJHTL host, David Naster, (that's me) offers a wonderful way to deal with vitriolic people on your social media platforms. To get David's books and book his presentations – yjhtl.com
2024-09-2915 min
You Just Have To Laugh576. You Just have To Laugh at being OFFENDED with your host, David Naster. Offended (verb) - cause to feel upset, annoyed, or resentful: There is no law, creed or rule that people cannot be offended. It's not an inalienable right. You can let it bother you or move on. David shares his take on people being offended about the Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony and the danger of assumption and lies. Also he shares how being offended is all about yourself – not what you are offended about. naster.com
2024-08-0413 min
You Just Have To Laugh573. A tribute to my mother, Louise Rae Naster (Jacobs) born July 24,1928 is honor of what would have been her 96th birthday this past July 24.
2024-07-2716 min
You Just Have To Laugh571. The true story behind David's latest suspense novel, Rough Seas – with your host David Naster. There are many truths behind my latest suspense novel, Rough Seas. I explain them in this podcast. Here is the description of the book: Comedian Charlie Ling seems to have it all. His posts on social media get millions of views. He travels the world, performing on cruise ships. He makes great money. He just married a gorgeous woman. Everything changes, though, when his new bride goes missing. Charlie gets drawn into a world of lust, deceit, organized crime, and international intrigue. The ship where Charlie works, the Phantom Breeze, is also a hotbed of scandal...
2024-07-2414 min
You Just Have To Laugh569. Funny stories with your host David Naster - to give you a smile and laugh.David Naster shares some funny stories to just put a smile on your face and hopefully some laughs.
2024-07-1506 min
You Just Have To Laugh564. How to find the funny in the not-so-funny situations.Your host, David Naster shares three funny stories how to find the funny in serious situations. We at YJHTL hope it may give some laughs and insights how you can find the funny on your not-so-funny situations.
2024-06-2408 min
You Just Have To Laugh560. The BIG BOING Theory explained humorously by Yours Truly.BOING - Blow out internal negative garbage. That's what happens when we laugh. David Naster (yours truly) humorously explains with two great stories.
2024-06-1306 min
You Just Have To Laugh555. Rough Seas is my new suspense novel . It takes readers on a fast-paced, exciting trip to Bangkok, Beijing, Myanmar, and Singapore, and into the dark underside of the cruise ship industry.I share in this podcast the fun and excitement of writing my first susupense novel. Here is what it's about. Comedian Charlie Ling seems to have it all. His posts on social media get millions of views. He travels the world, performing on cruise ships. He makes great money. He just married a gorgeous woman. Everything changes, though, when his new bride goes missing. Charlie gets drawn into a world of lust, deceit, organized crime, and international intrigue. The ship where Charlie works, the Phantom Breeze, is also a hotbed of scandal and drama. Passengers on th...
2024-05-2621 min
You Just Have To Laugh552. David Holdridge's story goes from being seriously wounded in the Vietnam War to now serving humanitarian organizations suffering from war, exploitation, and impoverishment, including assignments in West Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. David Holdridge served in the Vietnam War in 1969 as an infantry platoon leader outside of Chu Lai. He was wounded and spent 18 months getting repaired at various hospitals in the United States, culminating with operations at Hartford Hospital in Connecticut where neurosurgeon Dr. Benjamin Whitcomb freed David from his trauma. Subsequently, he spent 40 years working with humanitarian organizations amidst populations suffering from war, exploitation, and impoverishment, including assignments in West Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. From 2010 to 2012, he directed an advocacy effort in Washington DC, which argued for significant transformation of the current systems and approaches of American a...
2024-05-1142 min
You Just Have To Laugh551. Jonah Nelson turns the mic around and interviews me (your humble host) You will learn things you probably never knew about David Naster.It started out as summer interview with Jonah Nelso from Family tree nursery. To my surprise, he switched up the interview and wanted to interview me, David Naster. I was candid and more than willing to answer his question. You will find out somethings, you probably didn't know about me. yjhtl.com - for info on David and his You Just Have Laugh work.
2024-05-0734 min
You Just Have To Laugh538. David Ward lived in Dubai and Abu Dhabi and tells how laws and personal responsibilities are maintained. We in America must use these pragmatic ways to live safely and survive.The western world can surely learn how efficiently the way Dubai and Abu Dhabi laws are maintained. David Ward has lived in both cities for over 10 years and shares his experiences of how people live cooperatively and peacefully. Understanding, tolerance and respect are qualities that are maintained at their highest level.
2024-03-1243 min
You Just Have To Laugh536. "We are all born fine. For the next 20 years we are defined. After that, it's our soul-purpose in life to refine ourselves." And David Naster explains why.I was given this philosophy by a woman I only talked to once in my life. I have never found the originator of the quote she told. "We are all born fine. For the next 20 years we are defined. After that, it's our soul-purpose in life to refine ourselves." In this podcast I will share the "why" this is important to me, but maybe all of us. naster.com - to order books and know more about You Just Have To LAUGH.
2024-03-0514 min
You Just Have To Laugh530. Just be Thankful for what you got - The gratitude ride with your charming host.In this day of my life I have everything to be grateful for. Gratitude is the door out of sadness and worry to the valley of happiness. It's easy to get there - no matter what happens to you. So what ever ride you are on enjoy it and make it good. order my books at naster.com You Just Have To Laugh Manual You Just Have to Love - the meaning of life.
2024-02-1208 min
You Just Have To Laugh520. Why doing stand-up comedy for an awards show is so hard, especially if the audience doesn't know you.After 46 years of experience being a professional comedian I, David Naster, knows how hard it is to do comedy for people who don't know you – especially famous people. I have experience doing just that. I have been in the most impossible situations, that I have had to make the audience laugh. And I pulled it off. I do give me take on the recent Golden Globe awards. You will find it insightful.
2024-01-1516 min
You Just Have To Laugh516. Commit to the deeds of accomplishing your New Years Resolutions with your slender host, David Naster.New Years Resolutions are just words without the deeds of accomplishing them. Expectations are premeditated resentments - do0nt's expect appreciate what's in front of you. Get David's books at YJHTL.com You Just have To Laugh Manual You Just have To Love - the meaning of life.
2024-01-0309 min
You Just Have To Laugh489. You don't just have to laugh, but I choose to. And here's why...Laughing is a choice. Thinking funny is also a choice. The truth is, you don't just have to laugh. So why do I always state; "You Just Have To laugh. I explain that in this podcast. Your thoughts? naster.com 1davidnaster@gmail.com
2023-10-1410 min
You Just Have To Laugh482. "Life should be fair" is a joke. Expectations are premeditated resentments leading to victimhood and disappointment. And yours truly, David Naster, proves it.Is life fair or not fair? Both expectations lead to resentments. David explains how to live life on life's terms. Farmers teach us that. This podcast will change the way you look at expectations from this point on. Guaranteed!
2023-09-2706 min
The Big Bad BroadcastThe Big Bad Broadcast EP 91 -- David Naster ReturnsThis week the Long Island Clown College welcomes back David Naster who just finished a tour of Costa Rica with the legendary Patch Adams himself! David shares hilarious stories of his adventures with Patch and the wonderful work they did.
2023-09-221h 16
You Just Have To Laugh458. David Westbrook explains how the phrase, 'He's a Genius' takes away the work and time it takes to accomplish a difficult task -in David's case, being blind.David Westbrook joins the YJHTL once again to share his keen insight on the phrase, "He's a genius." So many people will assume someone is born that way not realizing that has nothing to do with the work and time that is involved in accomplishing any difficult task. David is funny, very clever and so inspiring to listen to, as you will soon find out. Oh did we mention he lost his sight at age 17 and is now 74.
2023-07-2926 min
You Just Have To Laugh456. Newsmax Television and Nationally Syndicated radio personality Rob Carson reveals why 'You Just Have to Laugh" in today's political temperament of America. Once again, this podcast is lively and unfiltered. If you are easily offended - YOU REALLY NEED TO LISTEN. Rob explains how getting too serious doesn't help the climate of America's heated temperature. He is also quite revealing of the real Rob Carson in this podcast, and that my friends is why I love to talk with him. Rob is real, honest, funny and smart. Those qualities have led him to top ratings for his syndicated radio show and "What in the World" show on Newsmax.
2023-07-2458 min
You Just Have To Laugh455. From an outlaw motorcycle life through associations with numerous gangs and being a drug addict, Alex walked away from all of that to today, living a grateful and blessed life."Don't come, I'm leaving town" is the text Alex read that saved his life. Yes, Alex did walk away from a former life of associations with numerous gangs and an outlaw motorcycle life. This podcast is raw with no-holes barred. It is honest and real as Alex takes you into the dark world of drugs, gangs and addiction. And just so you know, this isn't any Hollywood romanticized rubbish. Alex was a drug addict. Today he is a grateful recovering drug addict with two beautiful boys that light up his life. There are a lot of laughs...
2023-07-211h 51
You Just Have To Laugh454. GREAT NEWS! Tammy got her Lung Transplant and Gene McGuire gives us the update. At age 52, Tammy Ecker, was diagnosed with COPD and she has been fully oxygen dependent for quite some time. She was facing End Stage COPD, which has no cure. We did a podcast April 16th with Tammy and Gene on what was ahead for a lung transplant and the challenges she faced. She, Gene, family and friends prayed for a miracle. WELL THAT MIRACLE HAPPENED! Tammy got her lung transplant and Gene McGuire joins the YJHTL podcast sharing her amazing recovery from surgery with some fascinating stories. This podcast brings you into the world of how transplants op...
2023-07-1652 min
You Just Have To Laugh453. Some of the greatest and inspirations quotes you will hear from Reverend Bob Hill and Rabbi Michael Zedek and yours truly. This is one you'll want to start everyday with.This is truly one of the greatest podcast we have done with Rabbi Michael Zedek and Reverend Bob Hill. All three of us brought our favorite 5 quotes and shared them. This is a podcast you must start off everyday with. It's full of faith, inspiration and great insight. Please share and encourage others to listen to this GREAT podcast.
2023-07-1551 min
You Just Have To Laugh452. You Just Have to keep your plants 'cool' when it get so 'hot' - with Jonah from Family Tree NurseryJonah from Family Tree nursery returns to helps us care for our investment of trees, plants and shrubs when the weather gets so hot. Great information and once again alot of fun.
2023-07-0930 min
You Just Have To Laugh451. Dr. Shiva Ayyadurai, MIT PhD. is running for President of the United States to bring together people to innovate real solutions.Dr. SHIVA Ayyadurai, MIT PhD, the inventor of email, is a scientist, inventor, entrepreneur, and Fulbright Scholar who holds 4 degrees from MIT including his PhD in Biological Engineering. He started 7 successful high-tech companies providing thousands of jobs in MA. His life has been about solving very tough problems by identifying the root cause, bringing together people to innovate real solutions. Now, he wants to serve America, beyond "Left" and "Right" to deliver solutions we need and deserve. Most importantly, Dr. SHIVA is ONE of US - not another lawyer or lobbyist or politician. Hi...
2023-07-041h 17
You Just Have To Laugh"The Brutally Awful, Hilarious Truth About Life, Love, Grief, and Loss," with Kelley Lynn and she knows what she is talking about. Kelley Lynn is a certified grief counselor, actor, comedian, viral TED talk speaker, and author of the book: "My Husband Is Not a Rainbow: The Brutally Awful, Hilarious Truth About Life, Love, Grief, and Loss." After earning her BFA in Performing Arts at Adelphi University in Garden City, NY, Kelley lived in the NYC area for over 25 years, teaching as an Adjunct Professor for almost two decades, with courses in stand-up comedy, dramatics, improvisation, and creative writing. She has directed and written several shows for non-profits and has shared the stage with such performers as Judy Gold, Elayne Boosler, A...
2023-07-0259 min
You Just Have To Laugh449. Taking you behind the scenes of the 'ooos' and 'ahhs' of fireworks with the Wald Fireworks Company that has been servicing America since 1924. 3rd generation Charley Wald of Wald Company fireworks and Display Manager Steven Whitt take time out of there very busy schedule to share the fascinating history of fireworks and just what goes into those big displays we all "ooh" and 'ahh' over. Since 1924, Wald Fireworks company has been providing the best in1.4G Consumer Fireworks and 1.3G Aerial Displays. Their commitment to new and innovative products, quality service and safety is known throughout the fireworks industry. Wald's holds a unique position by offering both consumer and display fireworks. Fireworks are not just for the 4th of July...
2023-06-3020 min
You Just Have To Laugh448. You Just Have to Garden with the Garden Empress herself, Bonnie Johnson, who joyfully explains how worm poop, compost and weed understanding will all lead to your spectacular garden.Bonnie Johnson has been designing and planting gardens for over 40 years. After hundreds and hundreds of gardens in her repertoire, Bonnie has earned her title as the Garden Empress. Yes compost with worm poop, better known as worm castings and understanding the weeds that may pop up in your garden, will lead to a spectacular garden. If Bonnie's voice and name are familiar she was the one on a previous podcast that shared her experience going to Antarctica taking the artic plunge and kayaking.
2023-06-2936 min
You Just Have To Laugh447. Want to be a professional singer? Mark Preston shares how he has been doing it for over 55 years and still going strong. Singing since he was a child, Mark Preston took every opportunity he could to sing for those who would listen and those who believed in his talent. Starting at the age of 11, Mark carried his singing through school and then decided to enlist. Joining the Air Force was Mark's first stop on his way to being a top performer. His talent earned him accolades when he was selected as the Air Force's finest vocalist of 1975, and then toured with Tops in Blue. This elite group is made up of the Air Force's top 20, most versatile entertainers. During his time in the A...
2023-06-2855 min
You Just Have To Laugh446. Jennifer and Tom return to share with parents the warning signs they need to be aware if their kids are being abused.Jennifer and Tom were both physically and sexually abused as children. This is the first time they have talked about it on a public forum. They kept it a secret for over 48 years. The reason? They want parents to be aware of the warning signs their kids are showing. They both explain what they went through and how they continue to deal with it and work through it. Tom actually went on to sue his abuser and won.
2023-06-2626 min
You Just Have To Laugh445. Getting through physical and sexual abuse as children then standing up for yourself and winning with Jennifer and Tom.This was a very important podcast for Jennifer and Tom. They were both physically and sexually abused as children. This is the first time they have talked about it on a public forum. The reason? They want parents to be aware of the warning signs their kids may be showing that they are being abused and the parents can help. Both Jennifer and Tom explain what they went through and how they continue to deal with it and work through it. Tom actually went on to sue his abuser and won. We at YJHTL thank J...
2023-06-261h 03
You Just Have To LaughA show with over 250 punchlines, Scott Wyler is masterful at writing jokes and making audiences laugh all over the world – providing they speak English.Scott Wyler is in high demand as a headline performer on luxury cruise ships such as Princess, Celebrity, Royal Caribbean and Norwegian Cruise Lines. Scott has been performing on them steady since 1997. In this podcast Scott breaks down how to get to the punchline. It's a very funny an insightful podcast on the science of writing jokes.
2023-06-2238 min
You Just Have To Laugh443. Professional Race Car Driver and Golfer Danny Edwards is "Driven" to be the best he can be and that, he continues to accomplish. Danny Edwards book, DRIVEN - The Danny Edwards Story is a great read and fascinating about a self-taught golfer who went on be compete against the best in the world. Danny is a lifetime PGA Tour member and the creator of The Chipping Equation. As a pro, Danny won 20 tournaments worldwide including 5 PGA Tour championships. He was recently selected as one of the Top 100 Professional Golfers of The Modern Era. He had a dual career in two professions that are about as far apart as they could be and he loved them both. Racing was a very...
2023-06-181h 24
You Just Have To LaughGuns N Hoses - Cops and Firefighters box to raise money for dependent families of first responders who are killed or suffer catastrophic injury in the line of duty.Paul Craig joins the YJHTL to talk about the importance how Guns N Hoses has grown into one of the largest fundraisers for the Crime Commission's SAFE program. They are proud to share that the family benefits have progressed from $3,000 when we began in 2005 to $25,000 today, thanks in part to events like this and all of our dedicated boxers, volunteers and patrons. SAFE provides financial assistance to the dependent families of first responders in SAFE's 12-county coverage area who are killed or suffer catastrophic injury in the line of duty. Often, insurance and other benefits ca...
2023-06-1520 min
You Just Have To Laugh"I think my blindness has taught me and given me far more than it's taken from me." David Westbrook shares his illuminating insight and illustrious vision. Unhindered by juvenile glaucoma that took his sight at age 17, David Westbrook has proven that vision has nothing to do with one's ability to see. He founded Corporate Communications Group, a communications and public relations firm he sold before taking his talent and dedication to longtime client Children's Mercy where he served as Westbrook currently serves as senior vice president for strategy and innovation at Children's Mercy. His expertise in strategy design and crisis management has been recognized by The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, the Christian Science Monitor, NBC, CBS, ABC and PBS. "One...
2023-06-1358 min
You Just Have To LaughHumorous antidotes and thoughts from newly arrived 70 year old - as in me!Yes I just turned 70 and I have have things to say about life, humor and the state of the internet. Thanks for listening! David
2023-06-1222 min
You Just Have To LaughAt 88 years-young, this "Old Dame" as Jane A. Johnston laughs about herself, shares her extraordinary life as an actress & singer and love for doing both her entire adult life. Jane is proud of her age of 88. She always wanted to act and perform and that is exactly what she has done her entire adult life. She has worked with the best of the best, Neil Simon, Sid Caeser, Mel Brooks, Steven Sondheim and famous Broadway director, Hal Prince. Now, add the finest theater, television and movie actors, and she has performed with them. You may recognize her for her appearances on Seinfeld and Sisters. In this wonderful podcast Jane reflects on her illustrious career with magnificent stories. This "old dame" as she refers to herself, radiates h...
2023-06-091h 06
You Just Have To LaughRemove anxiety, worry, doubt and fear with your best SCORE from Jim Fannin. Jim Fannin has developed a brilliant and simple daily practice to stay in what he calls, "The Zone" His SCORE acronym of: S - Self Discipline C - Concentration O - Optimism R - Relaxation E – Enjoyment … gives us a practical guide to leading a championship life. Jim Fannin is an author, professional platform speaker, a former professional tennis player, life strategist and sports & business consultant. He has 35+ years of professional coaching, consulting and public speaking experience. Contact him at: jimfannin.com
2023-06-0742 min
You Just Have To Laugh437. Comedian Fred Klett is not a serial killer, but looks like one and that gets his audience laughing and loving him. Fred Klett has built a career from being a clean comedian, a style that is his trademark. His comedy is G-rated and focused to appeal to families with members of all ages since much of his material is taken from his experiences growing up in a large Christian family. His Dry Bar comedy clip has gotten well over 70 million views and you now get to know the man who is truly one of the funniest comedians working today.
2023-06-041h 11
You Just Have To Laugh436. Going 'down under' with the lively and very funny Australian Ben Kitchen who lives in Argentina.Aussie Ben Kitchen is a lively and highly entertaining human being. He lives in Argentina with his wife and son and also works as a Cruise Director out of Australia. He has great stories of his travels and family. He is fun to talk to and even more fun to listen to, as you will hear.
2023-06-0229 min
You Just Have To LaughPutting worry in it's proper place as Duke Tufty shares The "Checkerboard Parable."I have never heard such a simple and brilliant way to put worry in it's proper place while putting your blessing in theirs. Be sure to look at the picture to understand this wonderful parable.
2023-05-3106 min
You Just Have To Laugh434. Three Red Flags within the last 16 laps. The Indy 500 Highlights with Dave "The King"WilsonDave Wilson was there this year for the Indy 500 Race.He has been there for 56 years straight, the majority of time in broadcastring the event. Dave gives us the highlights and inside scoop of this years extraordinary finish of the Indy 500.
2023-05-3044 min
You Just Have To Laugh433. Unity Minister Duke Tufty illuminates our conscious on the absurdity of original sin the religious dogma of fear and how spirituality is quickly replacing organized religion. Reverend Duke Tufty was born in the beautiful town of Sioux Falls, South Dakota. One of four children, he was raised to someday take over the family business which was an automobile dealership. His father died when Duke was 24 years old. Duke, his brother Ted and sister Trudy inherited the business. After fifteen years in the business Duke had a spiritual awakening and discovered the automobile business was not for him. He embarked on a spiritual path that led him to Unity. Eventually he became the Senior Minister at Unity Temple on the Plaza as well as C...
2023-05-2855 min
You Just Have To Laugh432."Gentlemen, start your engines" Dave "the King" Wilson has been a part of the Indianapolis 500 for 56 years and he tells us all about it. Dave "The King" Wilson is a former American radio personality based in Indianapolis. He hosted the afternoon Dave Wilson Show on 93.1 WIBC, (formerly 1070 AM-WIBC), an Emmis Communications station, in Indianapolis until let go in March 2009. Wilson is also a member of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Radio Network. Wilson earned the nickname "The King" from his work on The Bob & Tom Show, in which his character was "The King", modeled after Elvis Presley. Indianapolis Motor Speedway Radio Network broadcasting duties. Indianapolis 500
2023-05-271h 03
You Just Have To LaughThe wisdom and insight of 25 year-old Dylan Caranahan.Dylan returns to the YJHTL podcast with the fresh fragrance and blossoming of a spring lilac tree. We like to feature Dylan because he breaks every bad stereotype we hear from the "views medisa" of lazy entitled 20 year olds. Dylan Carnahan's dreams of being a professional baseball player ended in college with an injury and he has never stopped pursuing new dreams and goals to accomplishment. His latest venture is growing and investing in rare plants, something he knew nothing about until he began his research then digging in the dirt. What an inspiring young...
2023-05-2624 min
The Big Bad BroadcastThe Big Bad Broadcast EP 74 -- WITH DAVID NASTERThis week the Gang welcomes Comedian David Naster to the show. David shares some hilarious stories from his 40 year Stand Up career spanning clubs, cruise ships and his incredible "You Just Have to Laugh" campaign and video "Nasterclass" on youtube.
2023-05-261h 07
You Just Have To LaughYou Just Have To Spladle - with Greg "Coach T" Thomas. What is Spladle? Listen and find out.Greg "Coach T" Thomas inspires kids to be the best they can be and work through the hard times. As a wrestling coach he helps young men prepare for being an adult. With the love and care of his faith, Coach T has a successful track record that includes his two grown sons. He shares the way he coaches with the firm guide of God, love and hard work. Greg Thomas gives the solution to the making of good mature adult.
2023-05-2540 min
You Just Have To Laugh429. Why get it? The joke and meaning of a good storyIn this new segment of the You Just have To Laugh podcast, I am sharing some great simple stories of humor and meaning. These are simple, great ones to share with your kids or grandkids. They are easy to understand and will last a lifetime. Thank you for listening and please feel free to share these stories.
2023-05-2309 min
You Just Have To Laugh428. Oh what a feeling! Being a new Grandpa.What a thrill to be a new grandpa. I sit and talk with my great friend Bob who guides me through the incredible journey and experience of being Grandpa. The pictures is my grandson with his daddy. What a smile!
2023-05-1618 min
You Just Have To LaughDo Spirits Return? A theatrical séance with John Ferrintino about the Waverly Hills Sanatorium In 1940, Tuberculosis spread through Louisville, Kentucky. It was called the Black Death and wiped out entire families and communities, killing over six thousand people in the Waverly Hills Sanatorium. Today, the building still stands and is considered the most spiritually active place in America. Come on this sixty minute journey as we visit the spirits of the Waverly Sanatorium. You will see artifacts and hear the heartbreaking stories of this famous place. In this theatrical seance you will be reconnected with many of the spirits that still roam the halls of the infamously deserted hospital. This show is...
2023-05-1242 min
You Just Have To Laugh426. Nancy Saltzman beat two cancers then her husband and two boys got killed in a plane crash. Learn how she got through it with friendship, love and humor as her life preserver not to drown in emotion. What an amazing human being. "I'm sorry. There were no survivors." Nancy Saltzman tried to absorb the caller's words. Her entire family had perished in a small plane crash. The caller was wrong, though. There was a survivor—Nancy would have to go on living. She had beaten cancer twice, but how could even the most resilient spirit live through this ultimate loss? Nancy shares her struggle as she overcame despair through a deep sense of purpose—learning that through time, friendship, and love, the heart can make room for both loved ones lost and happiness found. With the added richness and insi...
2023-05-091h 02
You Just Have To Laugh425. Life is a tree and everything comes from them, with Jonah NelsonJonah Nelson from Family Tree Nursery joins the YJHTL Podcast once again to explain why everything comes from trees. A fascinating and very insightful take on planet earth.
2023-05-0627 min
You Just Have To Laugh424. "Danger! Spooky Stuff Inside" with comedy Magician John Ferrintino. His show business stories are THE BEST especially, when he opened for Crosby, Still, Nash & Young for over 10 years. There is a great deal of magic involved with comedy and there is a lot of good comedy involved in magic. In the case of John Ferrentino, that statement can be taken literally. The Long Island New York born and bred comedian has long been one of the most innovative forces on both the comedy and magic scene. John's career began working with Bob Nelson, Eddie Murphy, Jackie The Joke Man Martling, and Rosie O'Donnell. He went on to do numerous appearances on American National shows with his trademark catch phrase - Danger! Spooky Stuff Inside" ...
2023-05-031h 07
You Just Have To LaughTraveling tips you need to know from the Patti Beth - the "Good to Go" gal.Patti Beth Anderson "The comic star of a long-running country music show (21+ years!), Patti Beth Anderson developed her crowd favorite character "Willamae" (pronounced Will Uh May) while working in the saloon show at Branson's Silver Dollar City. She combined her ability to make people laugh, her keen sense of timing, and her love of travel when she founded her successful group travel company "Good to Go With Patti Beth" (GoodToGoWithPB.com) back in 2007. Through ups and downs, airline strikes, lost luggage, the 2020-22 pandemic and aftermath, Patti Beth has played a major role in taking like-minded travelers...
2023-04-3033 min
You Just Have To Laugh422. Comedian Frankie Pace is unfiltered and wickedly funny. Language warning for any delicate ears.Frankie Pace was one the first comedy/novely acts to appear on Saturday Night Live. Frankie shares the story of meeting Dick Ebersol and how he got on SNL. Frankie is a lovable comic with over 30 years experience in Prop Comedy, Story Telling, and Jokes. Working every venue with stars like Patti LaBelle, Sinatra Jr.,The Pointer Sisters, Aaron Neville, Tom Jones, BB King and more. Frankie worked at his craft alongside other comedians like Eddie Murphy, Bob Nelson, Jackie Martling, and Rosie O'Donnell. Frankie has gone on to be many TV shows and movies as the f...
2023-04-2632 min
You Just Have To LaughCALLING ALL NFL FANS! The 2023 NFL Draft comes to Kansas City this week and Bob Gretz takes us inside what REALLY happens. Bob Gretz is a sports writer, journalist and broadcaster. His professional career has been covering sports, especially with two icons of football - The Knasas City Chiefs and Pittsburgh Steelers. Bob has sat in the room of the Kansas City Chiefs while the draft was going. He shares what really goes on behind the scenes of all of the NFL teams and how they draft the players. Bob also gives the history of the draft with some great stories of NFL legends and their draft experience. He also shares that for 16 years, he was the KC Chiefs v...
2023-04-2545 min
You Just Have To LaughThe 'Good News File' is a collection of inspirational stories and quotes that helps us get through life's toughest times - with Dr. Lynn Mickleson.Dr. Lynn Mickleson was born in 1950 and raised in a steel town in western Pennsylvania. Blessed with a loving and supportive family he was able to achieve many of the goals in his early life. He earned his Eagle Scout award at age 14 and continued to use the important concepts he learned in scouting throughout his adult life. Service to others has always been his main goal – first in medicine, then in teaching others about the importance of hope and inspiration. He graduated from Dickinson College in 1972 (BS- Biology) then spent five years working as a boatman on...
2023-04-2337 min
You Just Have To LaughGood-Deed-Doer, Don Crost successful journey ends as he drove 1300 miles to bring awareness to ShelterBox.Don Crost journey is complete to bring awareness to ShelterBox, which is an international disaster that provides emergency shelter and other aid items to families around the world who have lost their homes to disaster or conflict. Don reflects on the great people he met and shared the goodness of helping those in need. ShelterBox responds to natural disasters such as earthquakes, tropical cyclones, tsunamis, floods and volcanic eruptions. The charity also provides emergency aid to families who have been displaced by war or conflict. Typical ShelterBox aid items include tents as temporary shelter or she...
2023-04-2210 min
You Just Have To Laugh418. Jeff Slutsky is one fierce 'street marketer.' Jeff is the 'energizer bunny' when it comes to keep going and 'out-thinking' any obstacles that stand in your way to success. Jeff Slutsky's approach is very rare and refreshing. He is the premier Marketing Guru. In addition to his Marketing genius Jeff is one of the most dynamic and entertaining speakers available today. A combination that makes him truly The Marketing Man for All Seasons. streetfightermarketing.com
2023-04-2128 min
You Just Have To Laugh417. Lisa deSousa's creative passions has led her to many successful ventures, while helping others, including creating the Santa Clarita International Film Festival. An inspiring and fascinating life she is creating. Lisa deSouza After attending the prestigious boarding school, Deerfield Academy, Lisa deSouza chose Columbia University to pursue her higher education. While living in New York City, Lisa also attended the American Academy of Dramatic Arts and The School for Film and Television. During the time she worked in the fashion industry, she also started her career as an actor in the off-Broadway theater scene. However, she soon learned that her passion (and strength) was in writing and directing. After 25 productions, some of which won local awards Lisa soon found herself drawn to a new medium...
2023-04-1946 min
You Just Have To Laugh416. Laughing with COPD as she waits for a double lung transplant. Meet Tammy Ecker. Tammy Ecker needs a double lung transplant. She is in the final stages of COPD which has lived with for over 10 years. She has raised theree girls on her own, went through two abusive marriages. Tammy and her sisters where also raised by a divorced mother. When she moved in her 1980's trailer in the year 2000 she had to rebuild it. Tammy said she moved in on a wing and a prayer. Had no refrigerator. No stove. Used an ice chest and cooked outside on a grill. Today because of COPD she is on the list for a...
2023-04-1621 min
You Just Have To Laugh415. 'This Transpodcast is for You' - finding humor as we go through the learning curve of Transpersons in America promoting products.Showing the humor and silliness about the fuss of Transpersons promoting products in America. As we go through the learning curve here in America, we have to step back and appreciate the entertaining value of it all and accept it, because it's not going away.
2023-04-1610 min
You Just Have To LaughShelterBox 'on the road' with Don Crost bringing dignity to those in need after a disaster.We've caught up again with 'good-deed doer' Don Crost as he travels across the country in his 1953 Chevy truck to bring awareness of ShelterBox. ShelterBox is an international disaster that provides emergency shelter and other aid items to families around the world who have lost their homes to disaster or conflict. It responds to natural disasters such as earthquakes, tropical cyclones, tsunamis, floods and volcanic eruptions. The charity also provides emergency aid to families who have been displaced by war or conflict. A typical ShelterBox aid items include tents as temporary shelter or shelter kits to allow people...
2023-04-1412 min
You Just Have To Laugh413. Catching up with 19 year-old entrepreneur, Sam Gray on his first year of college. An amazing young man!Sam Gray is an extraordinary young man. At 15 years-old he created a business plan for his drone business. It was designed to help real estate agents survey the roofs of the houses they were listing to sell. He sold it before going to college in Nashville. While at college Sam got a job with Tesla. In this podcast Sam shares his plans for his future and his powerful belief in his faith. So many times in this podcast it was amazing to realize I was talking to a 19 year-old. His wisdom is impressive. His love for his...
2023-04-1326 min
You Just Have To LaughWatch out for the scam with Magician and Mentalist Doug AndersonFor over 25 years comedy magician/mentalist Doug Anderson entertained on cruise ships bringing the gift of laughter and mystery to people all over the world. After learning his own mother was the victim of multiple telephone scams, Doug realized there was a need to educate and inform others the best ways to avoid getting ripped-off. He created an entertaining 1-hour show to help others avoid the embarrassment and loss of money. Doug also teaches us to stay away from the street game of three card Monty and the shell game. This is a fun, entertaining and very h...
2023-04-1231 min
You Just Have To Laugh411. 'Getting on the good foot' with Dr. Jason Anderson an expert on Foot and Ankle conditions. When your feet hurt life isn't good and Dr. Jason Anderson joins to make your life better with this fun and informative podcast. Jason is a fellowship-trained, board-certified foot and ankle surgeon who also provides comprehensive care for all foot and ankle conditions. Dr. Anderson discusses some of the most common conditions relating to foot and ankle problems including sports injuries, fractures, tendon tears, sprains, arthritis, flat feet, bunions, and both diabetic and non-diabetic wounds. Dr. Anderson prides himself on building strong, trusting relationships with his patients. Jason has a great sense of humor as he told...
2023-04-1037 min
You Just Have To Laugh410. Update with Don Crost, the good-deed doer, who is driving across America bringing awareness to ShelterBox as he drives through the 'Trails of Tears."We caught up with Don Crost on his journey across America being awarenes to ShelterBox. He shares the meaning of his journey as he he refelcted driving through the "Trail of Tears' area. ShelterBox is an international disaster that provides emergency shelter and other aid items to families around the world who have lost their homes to disaster or conflict. It responds to natural disasters such as earthquakes, tropical cyclones, tsunamis, floods and volcanic eruptions. The charity also provides emergency aid to families who have been displaced by war or conflict. A typical ShelterBox aid items include tents...
2023-04-0811 min
You Just Have To LaughHow Easter and Baseball are quite similar with Reverend Bob Hill and Rabbi Michael ZedekReverend Bob Hill and Rabbi Michael Zedek bring YJHTL some interestesting and meaningful simlarities of Easter and Baseball. These two men are huge baseball fans as well as being religious scholars. We treat both the categories of Easter and Baseball with respect with playful meaning.
2023-04-0850 min
You Just Have To Laugh408. Brains, Trains with safety maintained is Jamie Heller's focus on keeping freight trains safer. He has created a solution. Jamie Heller became a serial entrepreneur having founded a consulting firm, a publications company, a medical device company, a rail car management firm, and a couple of energy companies. His latest venture has begun in and has him currently serving as CEO of a tech start-up (RailState LLC) trying to disrupt the North American rail industry. By osmosis through longevity, he has developed a deep knowledge of the US and Canadian transportation, energy and environmental markets. As a result, Jaime has been providing analytical services to numerous commercial concerns and government agencies. Jaime is married to the lov...
2023-04-0645 min
You Just Have To Laugh407. Rabbi Michael Zedek shares the meanings of Passover that translate to all faiths.Rabbi Michael Zedek returns to the YJHTL podcast with his wisdom, insights and humor. Michael shares the meanings of Passover and how they translate to all faiths. We have fun and also get deep into philosophy and meaning. Every podcast with Rabbi Zedek comes with new insights, his love for God and humanity.
2023-04-0558 min
You Just Have To LaughDon Crost brings ShelterBox to those in a crisis - that is a good deed doer!Don Crost is a good deed doer. He is making a 1400 mile awareness mission to bring awareness to the ShelterBox. ShelterBox is an international disaster that provides emergency shelter and other aid items to families around the world who have lost their homes to disaster or conflict. ShelterBox responds to natural disasters such as earthquakes, tropical cyclones, tsunamis, floods and volcanic eruptions. The charity also provides emergency aid to families who have been displaced by war or conflict. Typical ShelterBox aid items include tents as temporary shelter or shelter kits to allow people to b...
2023-04-0417 min
You Just Have To Laugh405. Bob Gretz interviewed Wat Masaka, a 5'7 Japanese/American who took his team to the NIT and NCAA National titles in the same year - 1944.Bob Gretz joins the YJHTL podcast once again sharing his fasciating stories as a sports writer and top-notch journalist. Bob talks about his interviewed with Wat Maska he did in 1988. Wat Misaka, the son of Japanese immigrants, was a 5-foot-7 guard who starred for the University of Utah on teams that won two national tournament championships at Madison Square Garden in New York in the same year. Then joined the Knicks there in 1947. Wat was the first person of color to play in modern professional basketball in 1947. Bob explains how Wat's sense of humor helped him...
2023-04-0329 min
You Just Have To LaughApril Fools Pranks that don't hurt or harm others.We at YJHTL enjoy creating humor, but not at the expenses of others making them appear foolish or stupid. We offer you some great pranks to do that are just genuinely funny and harmless.
2023-04-0206 min
The Forecast with Gary Lezak20 SECONDS... with David NasterToday we are learning to laugh at ourselves with the hilarious David Naster. Award winning author and comedian David Naster shows us the power of laughter. We learn the humbling power of not taking yourself so seriously. Check out David’s podcast You Just Have to Laugh and his books at www.naster.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-01-0630 min
Cruise Life ExperienceThe role of Cruise Director with “Hello Clo” and “You Just Have To Laugh” with Comedian David NasterSend us a textThe role of Cruise Director and how the new big ships are changing the duties and responsibilities. We also dive into why cruise ships are not flagged in the US. Special Guests: Cruise Directors “Hello Clo” and one of our favourite Comedians, author and creator of “You Just Have to Laugh”, David Naster. Get In Touch!Find us online and send us your questions and topics you would like to hear about.Subscribe to the podcast also watch the video version on Youtube. cruiselifee...
2020-04-2047 min
The Rabbi Manis Friedman Podcast#16 A Talk with David NasterRabbi Friedman is the number one voice of clarity on moral and social issues. In this episode of Ideas That Change the World podcast Rabbi Friedman talks with David Naster about ideas that will change the world and some ideas from David Naster's work You Just Have to Laugh. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2018-10-1052 min
Hollywood in Toto with Christian TotoHiT Episode 46 David NasterHiT applauds Hollywood for doing the right thing with a new fact-based drama, recommends some underrated horror movies in time for Halloween and talks with comedian David Naster about his sublime web series "You Just Have to Laugh."
2017-10-2230 min003. David NasterComedian David Naster has been Dan’s friend for many years now. They chatted for an hour, so enjoy what made it into the show. Play the show or download the mp3.
2009-11-1218 min