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You Just Have To Laugh737. The 10 plagues of the cell phone - an original parable by DavidYour charming YJHTL host has created a thoughtful and insightful parable on the 10 plagues of the cell phone. Please share.
2026-04-1804 min
You Just Have To Laugh733. You Just have To LOVE BuddhismDavid takes you into some wonder Buddhism philophies that open the heart and soul to awakening new understandings.
2026-04-0607 min
You Just Have To Laugh725. Getting through the noise of today's distortion with clarity and joy. Truth in sound was the guiding intention when Gayle Martin Sanders and Ron Logan Sutherland created Martin Logan Speakers. They were after the ultimate sonic purity and clarity. After a few years of trial and error they successful created a speaker considered the pinnacle of electrostatic achievement. Today Martin Logan is recognized world-wide as a major player in high-end loudspeakers, respected as a serious audiophile brand. Gayle Sanders knows how to eliminate noise and distortion from a loudspeaker, but how do we remove that from our daily lives with today's tsunami of social media and news pounded...
2026-03-0744 min
You Just Have To Laugh721. Let there be light! Humor is the light and lightness through our darkest and heaviest times.David shares the torch of how humor and laughter gets us through our darkest and heaviest times. Short and sweet. Just like him.
2026-02-1506 min
You Just Have To Laugh714. "Play Don't Worry" is Guitarist and Composer Ken Navarro's motto as he shares his passion and insight creating 28 albums that catalog his musical depth and scope. Ken Navarro began his recording career in Los Angeles as a premier session guitarist, performer and composer, performing and recording with artists as diverse as Doc Severinsen, Nell Carter, John Patitucci, Eric Gale, Vicki Carr, Dave Koz, Ann Jillian and Alex Acuna. In 1990, Ken established his own musical identity with the release of his debut album, The River Flows. With each successive album, Ken has received increasing acclaim and recognition as a leading stylist in Contemporary Jazz. Ken has made concert appearances at festivals, clubs, performing arts centers throut the world. Ken has shared the stage with a...
2026-01-141h 00
You Just Have To Laugh712. Bottom Line - It's none of my business.Your charming host David Naster had a revelation today in the gym. Why do I make other people business, mine. What's that about? What is the need I have to make other's business, my business. Which explains the trolls on the social media. And why aren't I just concentrating on my business? A fun and insightful podcast.
2026-01-0813 min
You Just Have To Laugh710. The whole idea of New Years and to start a New Year is severely outdated.Every day is a new day that starts a new week, month and year. Makin it one particular day and adding pressure to ending one year and starting another is out-dated. Any change or resolution only works if you start it today and continue it with committment and discipline. David takes you through how your inner self reflects your outer self and that is where the change and resolution begin. Make the choice today and follow through every day.
2026-01-0219 min
You Just Have To Laugh704. You Just Have To Love – the meaning of life. "There is an extremely powerful force that, so far, science has not found a formal explanation to. It is a force that includes and governs all others and is even behind any phenomenon operating in the universe and has not yet been identified by us. This universal force is LOVE." Those are the words of Albert Einstein. In the book, You Just Have To Love the meaning of life, award winning author David Naster gives Nobel Prize winner Albert Einstein the explanation he searched a lifetime for. David weaves true stories of love, laughter, and what matters i...
2025-12-071h 00
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 Laugh488. Eric Genuis takes his music to the darkest places healing forgotten souls with hope. Eric Genuis is a Canadian composer and pianist now living in Louisville, Kentucky. He is noted for his Concerts for Hope, performinhg his original compositions more than a hundred times a year. He is known for playing in prisons, hospitals, rehab centers, nursing homes and inner-city schools. Eric feels music brings humanity and beauty to places lacking in these virtues. He has performed across the world in countries including the United States, Australia, Austria, Canada, France, Germany, Peru, Poland and Slovakia. ericgenuis.com – To learn more about Eric and purchase his CD's.
2023-10-1339 min
You Just Have To Laugh487. "Get you Petty on" with Doc Wiley and The Waiting – celebrating the music of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. Grammy Award winning mix & recording engineer, Doc Wiley, joins the YJHTL podcast as the co-creator of The Waiting – celebrating the music of a Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. If you love Tom Petty, you will enjoy the honor Doc and his group gives to Tom Petty's legacy.
2023-10-1031 min
You Just Have To Laugh486. YJHTL pays tribute to Dick Butkus. Three true stories about Dick that will make you laugh. Dick Butkis was an American football linebacker, sports commentator, and actor. He played football for the from 1965 to 1973 with the Chicago Bears. He was invited to eight Pro Bowls in nine seasons. Named first-team All-Pro six times. He was known as a fierce tackler and the most intimidating linebackers in professional football history. This podcast includes three funny stories showing Dick's lighter and humorous side.
2023-10-0810 min
You Just Have To Laugh485. The 4 reasons for Autumn planting being the best time to plant trees and shrubs. Jonah from Family Tree Nursery joins us for this informative podcast.Jonah Nelson from Family Tree nursery joins us for autumn planting. He also give you 4 great reasons why it's the perfect time to plant.Also how to bring your plants from outside in. Jonah explains the best ways to do both. He also give you 4 great reasons why it's the perfect time to plant.
2023-10-0725 min
You Just Have To Laugh484. You Just Have To Laugh - with and at your family. And Rich Linden has another great father-in-law story.Rich Linden joins the YJHTL podcast once again with another father-in-law story. This is his OTHER father-in-law, bot the one that got arrested in Mexico. Enjoy Rich's great storytelling proving, You Just Have to LAUGH with family.
2023-10-0217 min
You Just Have To Laugh483. Taking Miracles Seriously - a journey to everyday spirituality. An accomplished storyteller with a refreshing, humorous voice, Rabbi Zedek draws on a range of materials including biblical tales, Indian and Japanese folklore, the works of St. Augustine, Einstein, Isaac Bashevis Singer, and Groucho Marx to take readers on a truly original search for spiritual sustenance in everyday life. Readers will learn how to identify and appreciate the miraculous in an often mundane world; how to take God seriously when much of the intellectual world doesn't; and how to make the most out of underutilized spiritual resources such as poetry and prayer. Heartfelt and amusing, Taking Miracles Seriously is...
2023-09-2937 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
You Just Have To Laugh481. Let's have fun, sing and dance like the 90's with Gary Hochstetter from Fool House Lead singer Gary Hochstetter from Fool House takes into his 90's dance party. It's a live musical event that pays homage to the golden era of boy bands, pop stars, hip hop and pop punk. Fool House recreates the sound, sights, and energy of the biggest stars of the 90's. It's just a fun 90's party. Go find where they are at and have a blast! https://www.foolhouseband.com
2023-09-2622 min
You Just Have To Laugh480. Rich Linden shares how he rescued his 78-year-old father-in-law from a Mexican jail – while dealing with the Cartel. True story! Rich Linden's professional background in radio, television, film, music, theater and dance has led him to places around the world with all kinds of versatile organizations. His resume includes over 25 years of experience of successfully engaging, entertaining and creating inclusive sporting events, festivals and nonprofit occasions, celebrating and unifying the community. Rich has an uncanny ability to enter a room and engage any type of audience in any situation, drawing from his resume of skills as a DJ, fundraising specialist, entertainer, master of ceremonies and keynote speaker. Spanning from the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) to...
2023-09-2644 min
You Just Have To Laugh479. Want to get your ideas to Broadway, London or the movies? Critically acclaimed playwright, Lindsey Ferrentino, explains how she does it. Lindsey Ferrentino is a prolific playwright who writes with, according to The New York Times, "a muscular empathy which seeks to enter the minds of people for whom life is often a struggle of heroic proportions". Whether writing about a female burn survivor or the first leading role for a person with Down Syndrome, Lindsey has been called "a brave playwright of dauntless conviction whose unflinching portraits are hard to come by outside of journalism." Her produced plays include Ugly Lies the Bone (Roundabout Theatre Company, The National Theatre, UK, NYT Critics Pick), the "bar...
2023-09-2348 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 Laugh478. From the 'penthouse to the outhouse' with Ed Hearn. He was the back-up catcher for the 1986 World Series New York Mets. Now, after four kidney transplants, Ed shares the meaning of perspective. Edward John Hearn was an American professional baseball catcher who played for the New York Mets and Kansas City Royals of Major League Baseball from 1986 to 1988. He won the 1986 World Series with the Mets. In 1992 Ed was diagnosed with
2023-09-2044 min
You Just Have To Laugh477. "How NOT to become a spy." Justin Lifflinder explains as an American who lives in Russia with dual citizenship.Justin Lifflander came to the USSR in 1987 as a driver-mechanic for the US embassy in Moscow. A year later he moved to Votkinsk, in the foothills of the Ural Mountains, where he inspected missiles at a production plant as part of the Intermediate Nuclear Forces Treaty (INF) between the U.S. and U.S.S.R. He moved back to Moscow in 1990. After 20 years with Hewlett-Packard Russia he worked for the Moscow Times daily newspaper from 2010 to 2014 as business editor. He now has American and Russian citizenship. Justin works for charity organizations, does humanitarian clowning and teaches English via...
2023-09-1733 min
You Just Have To Laugh476. Glorious Highlights from the Patch Adams Clown Mission in Costa Rica.Twenty six clowns went to Costa Rica with Patch Adams. We went there to bring joy to people suffering. We played. We made music. We brought fun in not-so-funny places. This podcast are the clowns sharing what they experienced as they made that special human connection.
2023-09-1439 min
You Just Have To Laugh475. Chaplain Skip Straus (left) was on the pile in NYC for the first responders on 9/11. He takes us there..Skip Straus has been in the first responder business for over 50 years. As a Fire Department Chaplain, Skip knew his calling was to go to New York City and be there for all of the first responders working on the pile at ground zero. Sixteen years after 9/11 Skip began to deal with his PTSD. In this podcast on 9/11/2023, Skip shares his experience and what got him through his emotions. YJHTL thanks Skip Straus for his honesty and service to humanity. In the picture, Skip is on the left.
2023-09-1137 min
You Just Have To Laugh474. You are already successful and probably don't know it, with funny man, Miguel Washington Miguel Washington has been making people laugh for over 25 as a Stand-Up comedian. He has worked in every venue you can imagine. From Biker Bars to Bowling Alleys, from Comedy Clubs to Corporate Event from Cruise Ships to Corporate Parties - he makes them all laugh. Miguel is the A chameleon comedian Miguel Washington's jokes cater to everybody and please every time. miggysworld.com
2023-09-1131 min
You Just Have To Laugh473. From Coast Guard to First Responder to Clown, Rob Kearney brings joy to everyone he meets.Rob Kearney is a clown. Always has been. And he doesn't need a red nose to dio it. As a kid to an adult he brings joy to people. I met Rob in Costa Rica on a Clown Mission with the real Patch Adams. Watching him connect to another person's soul through play and fun is amazing to watch. In this podcast, he will explain one of those instances. I watched it with my own eyes. It was beutiful. The picture below will show you the man Rob connected with. For you to connect with Rob - th...
2023-09-0735 min
You Just Have To Laugh472. Heading off to Costa Rica with Patch Adams on a Clown Mission to bring joy and care with the fun of being playful.The clown's mission is to bring chaos and fun to the serious adult world. Sprinkled in that playful is the caring for others who could a good jolt of joy. And that's what e will do. In this podcast I share the meaning of the jokester and the importance of being playful. In the words of my dear friend, Bernie DeKoven, "Fun and laughter are a religious experience. Our lives have become increasingly fragile, our world increasing harsh. It's a miracle we can laugh at all. And that's the whole point."
2023-09-0512 min
You Just Have To Laugh471. Groovin' with Felix Cavaliere of the legendary Young Rascals. Great stories about his Great Music. And top of it all, a GREAT GUY.Peace, love, and happiness is the creative force for legendary singer songwriter, FELIX CAVALIERE. Making people feel good is what he has done for over 50-years. Felix career has led him to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Songwriter Hall of Fame, Vocal Group Hall of Fame, and Grammy Hall of Fame. Few artists can claim they defined a generation; FELIX CAVALIERE continues to remind us to keep listening for the world's beauty. As a classically trained pianist, born in Pelham, New York, Felix idolized Ray Charles, Marvin Gaye, and Sam Cooke. Early in 1965, FELIX CAVALIERE formed t...
2023-09-0230 min
You Just Have To Laugh471. Bonnie Johnson, the Garden Empress, shares her life changing story how surrendering to her fears led to discovering her wonderful, authentic self.Bonnie Johnson shares a story that everyone must hear. Surrendering to the many fears she kept inside her entire life led to discovering her true self. Bonnie's honesty is compelling. Her joy of trusting herself unconditionally, will light-up your soul.
2023-08-3134 min
You Just Have To Laugh470. "Fah-get about it," with Jimmy Labriola who coined that phrase on the hit TV show, Home Improvement. Jimmy is the combination of a New York edge with perfect comedic timing. Jim Labriola is unforgettable! An amazing combination of New York edge with comedic timing, Jim continues to leave audiences laughing and quoting his signature phrases - "Fah-get about it." Born in Queens, Jim's natural flair for comedy developed early on the toughest of audiences - family gatherings! Routines from the comedy greats quickly became his measuring tool, and Jim rapidly rose through the comedy ranks with lifelong friends such as Tim Allen, Jerry Seinfeld and Collin Quinn. After many years in comedy clubs, Jim joined the cast of ABC's hit sitcom, Home Improvement and entered the living...
2023-08-3050 min
You Just Have To Laugh469. Everything you want to know about Tequila including the best for sipping and THE best margarita recipes.Ian Hulon of UnKCorked talks with You Just Have To Laugh about the differences between Tequilas and Mezcal. We include some great recipes for Margaritas and the best Tequila for sipping. There are so many variations of Tequilas and Mescal and Ian does a muy beuno job of helping us understand. If you need or want more info contact Ian at: ian@unKCorked.com UnKCorked.com
2023-08-2838 min
You Just Have To Laugh468. You have seen Blake Clark in many Adam Sandler movies and TV shows. He was also the voice of Slinky Dog in Toy Story. Now you get to hear how funny he is as a comic and proud Vietnam Vet. Blake Clark is a veteran of the Vietnam War, having served as a first lieutenant in the United States Army with the 5th Infantry Division.[2][3] During his time in the army, Clark was also a member of the 101st Airborne Division known as the "Screaming Eagles." Blake has been cast in numerous Adam Sandler films including The Waterboy, Little Nicky, Mr. Deeds, Eight Crazy Nights, 50 First Dates, I Now Pronounce You Chuck & Larry, Bedtime Stories, Grown Ups, and That's My Boy. He has also made guest appearances in numerous television series, including Home Improvement, Boy Meets World...
2023-08-251h 07
You Just Have To Laugh467. "I am a Doctor, but all else I consider myself an activist for peace, justice and care for all people." Patch Adams joins us to talk about our upcoming clown mission to Costa Rica. In the last 28 years, Patch has created 50 presentations and performed them in 70 countries. He's spoken at 90 medical schools in the US and many more around the world. Over the course of the last two decades he's been on the road for 200-300 days of the year. In 1985, he took a group of people on a clown trip to what was then the Soviet Union. Equipped with colorful clothing and compassion we visited hospitals, orphanages, homes for the elderly as well as just clowning on the street. Since then, these trips have been an integral part of Gesundheit´s gl...
2023-08-2307 min
You Just Have To Laugh466. Don't let the tats scare you - Mike Grief is a pussycat. You've seen him in so many TV shows and movies. Now you get to know the heart and funny side of him AND the really cool people he has worked with.Here are just a few of Mike Grief's credits: Liar Liar Epic Movie EdTV Home Improvement The Mentalist The Goldbergs Two Broke Girls How I Met Your Mother Monk Buffy the Vampire Slayer Legit Shameless Until We Meet Again The Big Bad Broadcast is Mike's Podcast with Craig Mitchell and John Ferrintino
2023-08-2146 min
You Just Have To Laugh465. Ever wonder why dogs sniff other dogs rear ends? Chuck and Cat Klingsick share the how's and why's of owning a dog, training your dog and the value of service dogs. If you love dogs you will love this podcast. This is podcast is about the people who love dogs. Chuck and Cat Klingsick with Dog Training Elite, work with dogs of any breed, size or age and empower owners with lifelong skills to continue successes with: Leash & potty training Staying & coming Destructive chewing & digging Stealing food, clothing, or other objects Barking, howling & whining.
2023-08-1845 min
You Just Have To Laugh464. Craig Mitchell is a very funny man as well as a comic, actor, podcaster and has his own cookie show that is hysterical and healthy. Oh by the way, he's out, he's free and funnier than ever. Craig Mitchell is open, honest, very funny and extremely witty. Here are his contacts and links to his fun and funny shows. website-- offthecuffwithcraigmitchell.com https://www.youtube.com/@StrongIslandTV Podcast -- The Big Bad Broadcast https://www.facebook.com/TheBigBadBroadcast/
2023-08-1444 min
You Just Have To Laugh463. Durk Pearson is an expert in anti-aging research and brain biochemistry. He shares what you can do to get and stay healthy and slow-down your aging process. This is his first public interview in over 20 years. This is a very special podcast as Durk Pearson does not do public interviews. He agreed to do it because of Michelle and Greg Pryor sharing his designer foods that he has proven work on himself and his wife, Sandy Shaw. Durk is a very private man who has spent his life in anti-aging research and brain biochemistry. His expertise is backed up with data and his personal experience. Since 1968, he has been a pioneer in the life extension field. The publication of his runaway-bestseller Life Extension, A Practical Scientific Approach in 1982, was a benchmark in the history of nu...
2023-08-1158 min
You Just Have To Laugh462. Kelley Lynn joins us again proving there is "Laugh after Death." How to find the humor and joy through grief is not only possible, it brings light and life back into a griever's heart and soul. On an ordinary Wednesday on July 13, 2011, Kelley woke up to a new life as a widow at age 39, after learning that her 46-year-old husband Don had gone into sudden cardiac arrest and died about one hour after arriving at work. Since that day, it has been Kelley's mission to help others survive and thrive through their losses, and to change the conversations we have as a society surrounding grief and loss. Kelley's TEDx talk: "There is no such thing as Moving On" has reached viral status at 3 million views and counting. Kelley speaks globally about death and life with a...
2023-08-0852 min
You Just Have To Laugh461. You may know Mark Farner (Grand Funk Railroad) as the 'Captain' - I know him as "Brother Mark,' a really cool guy who grows garlic and loves to talk about it. In our second interview with 'Brother' Mark Farner, he shares where his love of music and family started. Mark also shares about Farner Chords. This will end any and all confusion as to what chords Mark used or how he played some of his compositions. You will also get to know even better the cool guy Brother Mark Farner truly is and how he loves to grow and talk garlic. Now for some background on Brother Mark : Legendary all-American frontman and guitarist, Mark Farner, was the engine that pulled the original Grand Funk Railro...
2023-08-0447 min
You Just Have To Laugh460. "I was a Desperado out riding fences in love with a monster called more." That's how Bryan Kelley describes what got him a life sentence in prison. Today he is free and healing the world.Bryan Kelley's tells his story of how he got a life sentence, how he got paroled and how he is free today, healing the world. Bryan serves as the CEO of the Prison Entrepreneurship Program (PEP), an innovative social enterprise that unites business executives and inmates through entrepreneurial passion and servant leadership to transform lives, restore families and rebuild communities. He wholeheartedly believes that everyone—even felons—are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights, among them are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. As an ex-felon and graduate of the program, Bryan leads the way for others li...
2023-08-011h 09
You Just Have To Laugh459. Dr. Lynn Mickleson shares more great stories and quotes from his Good News Files Book that brings happiness in some not-so-happy times. Over the past 50 years Dr. Lynn Mickleson has collected thousands of inspirational quotes and stories from many sources. It became clear there was a real need to put them all in a book to help people in these difficult times . . .thus began the book "The Good News File – Hope For A Modern World." Early in his life he learned the power of positive thinking from such luminaries as Norman Vincent Peale, Dale Carnegie, Napoleon Hill and Reverend Robert Schuller. He realized that both good and bad things happen to all of us on a regular basis. When so...
2023-07-3028 min
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 Laugh457. Emma Alber is a wise and compelling 18 year-old who gives us a refreshing insight into her spiritual journey.You Just Have To Laugh continues to feature amazing teenagers who have a refreshing view of the world they have been brought up in. Emma Alber comes from great parents and is designing a future that is good for humanity and her, in that order. Her wisdom into religion and her spiritual journey insights will impress you especially coming from an 18 year-old. Thanks Emma for joining the YJHTL podcast and look forward to talking to you again.
2023-07-2533 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
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
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.
2009-11-1252 min