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The Jokes by Jo ShowFlexing Your Funny Muscle w/ Comedian Mike LukasMessage The Jokes by Jo ShowFlexing Your Funny Muscle w/ Comedian Mike LukasIn this hilarious episode of 'The Jokes by Jo Show', host Josiah James and co-host Doug McHizzle catch up with comedian and improviser Mike Lukas. Mike shares his journey from performing with Second City in Vegas and Chicago to taking a ten-year hiatus to raise his children and now returning to the comedy scene. The conversation dives into the challenges of coming back to comedy after a break, adjusting material for modern audiences, and the essentials of discovering one's comedy lens...2025-05-0154 minThe Jokes by Jo ShowBig Bad Tonka Trunk w/ Comedian Tay NayMessage The Jokes by Jo ShowOn this episode of 'The Jokes by Jo Show,' host Josiah James, along with co-host Doug McHizzle, welcomes the energetic comedian Tay Nay, whose spontaneous and off-the-cuff style charms the audience. The show opens with behind-the-scenes banter, humorous introductions, and discussions about Tay's unique approach to comedy, including his signatures like the 'Tonka Truck' joke and designed dog comedic segments. The episode also delves into Tay’s background, including his work outside comedy and experiences with stand-up, while sharing laughs and thoughts on various sketches, including potential comedy troupe collaborations. Th...2025-03-0751 minThe Jokes by Jo ShowExploring Comedy's Raw Edges: Inside the The Jokes w/ comedian Tyler RothrockMessage The Jokes by Jo ShowJoin host Josiah James and co-host Doug McHizzle on 'The Jokes by Jo Show' with special guest comedian Tyler Rothrock for a hilarious conversation ranging from experiences at overpriced fondue restaurants to the quirks of living next to imagined terrorist neighbors. The trio delves into their stand-up journeys, sharing personal stories, bombed sets, and the intricacies of finding one's comedic voice. With plenty of laughter and offbeat commentary, this episode dives into the comedic underbelly of their lives and careers.00:00 Introduction and Welcoming Guests00:53 Discussing Japanese Beer and...2025-02-181h 06The Jokes by Jo ShowWomen Aren't Funny!? w/ Comedian Sam GrimMessage The Jokes by Jo ShowIn this episode of the Jokes by Jo show, host Josiah James and co-host Doug McHizzle welcome guest comedian Sam Grim, the second funniest comedian in Lehigh Valley. They discuss a myriad of topics including the nuances of crowd work, the stress and rewards of comedy competitions, the portrayal of bizarre comedic scenarios, and the comedic landscape's shift due to social media. The episode is peppered with hilarious anecdotes, edgy jokes, and a critical take on Instagram's impact on joke delivery. The trio also delves into personal experiences, like Josiah's...2025-02-051h 13The Jokes by Jo ShowThe Big Bang TheoryMessage The Jokes by Jo ShowThe Big Bang Theory and the Compassionate CommunityIn this episode of the Jokes by Jo show, hosts Josiah James and Doug McHizzle navigate technical difficulties while introducing a new video format. They recount personal stories including Doug losing and then finding his phone with the help of good Samaritans. The hosts also touch on humorous anecdotes, such as a potential sibling link between Bill Burr and Billy Corgan, and review a heartwarming moment involving Doug’s son. Comedic segments, including a bit about Neil deGrasse Tyson getting pulled ov...2025-02-0145 minThe Jokes by Jo ShowGrits A Wonderful Life? - with Comedian Shane CohenMessage The Jokes by Jo ShowIn the kickoff episode of 'Jokes by Jo Show' Season 6, Jo and co-host Doug McHizzle welcome local comedian Shane Cohen. The crew dives into their comedic journeys, recounting open mic memories and the challenges of public speaking. Shane shares his Toastmasters experience, the joy of improv, and the discipline of clean comedy. Meanwhile, Jo discusses his creative ventures, including fake news headlines and his new OnlyFans page. Doug adds his comedic touch with witty commentary and workshops new material. The episode is peppered with industry insights, stand-up class anecdotes, and the...2025-01-121h 04The Jokes by Jo ShowJoking Our Way Through the Lehigh Valley with Love with George WackerMessage The Jokes by Jo ShowSpecial Guest George Wacker Talks Lehigh Valley with Love and the Evolution of Comedy and AI TechnologyIn this episode of the Jokes by Jo show, host Josiah James and co-host Doug McHizzle welcome a special guest, George Wacker, the owner of Lehigh Valley with Love Media. The episode kicks off with some light banter and addresses recent events at Country Club Comedy. Coco introduces George, highlighting his contributions to the Lehigh Valley through his media company. George shares insights about his background, his start with an award-winning blog...2024-12-201h 02The Jokes by Jo Show"Can We Say Penis?" - With Comedian Kate HughesMessage The Jokes by Jo ShowIn this episode of the 'Jokes by Jo Show,' host Josiah James, co-host Doug McHizzle, and comedian Kate Hughes dive into hilariously awkward moments and sharp social commentary. They recount Halloween scheduling mishaps, critique Courtney Pauroso's 'Vanessa 5000' special, and discuss Tony Hinchcliffe's disastrous Trump rally joke. The trio tackles gender disparities in comedy, share a comical 'vote and fart' language twist, and divulge personal stories. Amidst workshopping new material and narrating their past experiences, the laughter is relentless.00:00 Introduction and Opening Banter00:34 Welcome to the...2024-11-241h 07The Jokes by Jo ShowFlush with Laughter: Cologuard Capers and Comedy ContestsMessage The Jokes by Jo ShowIn this lively episode of the 'The Jokes by Jo Show,' the hosts return from a hiatus and welcome back Coco and Doug McHizzle, sharing a plethora of exciting news. They celebrate Josiah's participation in the Lehigh Valley's Funniest Comedian Contest and his new roles as an open mic host and actor in the horror film 'Camp Triple Moon,' directed by his friends and featuring Daniel Roebuck. The episode delves into the art of comedy, discussing the balance between material and performance, the role of crowd work, and authenticity...2024-10-2448 minThe Jokes by Jo ShowNative American Porn, Cancel Culture, and the Perils of Crowd WorkMessage The Jokes by Jo ShowNavigating Comedy: Native American Porn, Cancel Culture, and the Perils of Crowd WorkIn this episode of the Jokes by Jo show, hosts Josiah and Doug dive into the complexities of stand-up comedy, sharing personal experiences and challenges with open mics, tricky audiences, and reading a room. They address the balance of edgy humor without offending and how social media, especially TikTok, is shaping comedy. Josiah recounts getting reprimanded for a joke and the subsequent fallout, including a confrontation with fellow comedian Jake Walbert. Coco humorously plots her takeover...2024-08-1750 minThe Jokes by Jo ShowComedy, Contests, and ConversationMessage The Jokes by Jo ShowIn this episode of the Jokes by Jo show, hosts Josiah, Doug McKizzle, and a noticeably under-the-weather Coco dive into an engaging mix of humor and storytelling. Despite her cold, Coco brings a unique flair to the show, contributing to the banter and workshop sessions. The team kicks off by discussing Josiah’s experiences at the Lehigh Valley’s Funniest Comedian Contest, where Josiah advances to the next round with his five-minute stand-up set. Doug shares tales from his recent trip to Jamaica, drawing laughs with his observations about resort life. They...2024-07-141h 00The Jokes by Jo ShowStrip Clubs, Oversized Loads, and the Paint or Pussy Game: Josiah's Origin StoryMessage The Jokes by Jo ShowSummary for Season 5, Episode 8:1. Josiah’s Journey into Standup Comedy:Josiah: Shared his story about how he discovered his passion for comedy. He reminisced about how he used to sing a funny version of “Sittin' on the Dock of the Bay” and how watching the "Talking Funny" roundtable with legends like Jerry Seinfeld, Chris Rock, Ricky Gervais, and Louis C.K. inspired him to pursue standup.Doug: Discussed his own early influences, like buying a Richard Pryor album at a young age, and ho...2024-06-141h 00The Jokes by Jo ShowColonoscopies, Vasectomies, and Poopsickles, Oh My!Message The Jokes by Jo ShowWelcome to the Jokes by Jo Show! Join hosts Josiah and Doug (with Coco, the AI co-host) as they dive into wild stories, from Doug's recent colonoscopy to Josiah's Darth Vader-themed vasectomy. Amidst countless tech issues, including a silent AI and Bluetooth mishaps, they discuss their upcoming dinner comedy show at Shepherd Hill Golf Course and explore the idea of mixing a live podcast with a stand-up performance. Throw in some family drama with Josiah's kids, and you've got a ride as smooth as an AI trying...2024-06-0653 minThe Jokes by Jo ShowThe 34 Felony Charges (Abridged Version)Message The Jokes by Jo ShowJoin us for a festive and hilarious musical journey as we break down the 34 felony charges against Donald Trump, set to the tune of "The Twelve Days of Christmas" and performed in the style of a girls' chorus. Staying true to the original carol format, but shortened for brevity and easier consumption, we recount key charges with witty humor and clever wordplay. From hush payments to tax schemes, and everything in between, this song delivers the ultimate legal rap sheet in a delightfully catchy way. Perfect for a laugh and a...2024-06-0103 minThe Jokes by Jo ShowThe 34 Felony ChargesMessage The Jokes by Jo ShowGet ready for a festive and hilarious musical journey as we break down the 34 felony charges against Donald Trump, set to the tune of "The Twelve Days of Christmas" and performed in the style of a girls' chorus. In this satirical carol, we recount each charge with witty humor and clever wordplay. From hush payments to tax schemes, and everything in between, this song delivers the ultimate legal rap sheet in a delightfully catchy way. Perfect for a laugh and a unique take on current events, you won't want to miss...2024-05-3106 minThe Jokes by Jo ShowMIC DROPS AND MISHAPS: JO'S OPEN MIC NIGHTMessage The Jokes by Jo ShowIn this bonus episode of the Jokes by Jo Show, Jo and Co-Co dive into Jo's recent open mic performance at the Tally Ho Tavern. From an XLR cable mishap to hilarious bits about drive-thru ATMs and braille bathroom signs, Jo navigates the challenges of a room full of comedians. Co-Co offers feedback and suggestions, while Jo shares his plans for an upcoming dinner comedy show in November. Plus, a teaser about next week's episode featuring Doug McKizzle. Join us for a fun and insightful episode packed with comedy gold!2024-05-2922 min
The Jokes by Jo ShowIntroducing Coco: The New Co-host for The Jokes by Jo ShowMessage The Jokes by Jo ShowIn this exciting episode of the 'Jokes by Jo Show,' Josiah James introduces the new co-host, Co-Co, an advanced AI bringing wit and clever humor to the podcast. With Doug McKizzle absent, Josiah and Co-Co dive into refining jokes for Josiah’s upcoming open mic. They discuss the nuances of Josiah’s comedy style, workshop some fresh material, and share stories from recent performances. Co-Co provides insightful feedback and helps fine-tune punchlines, making for an engaging and laughter-filled episode. Tune in for a sneak peek into Josiah’s creative process and ge...2024-05-2424 min
The Jokes by Jo ShowAnnual Masturbation ConventionMessage The Jokes by Jo ShowJoin us for a special bonus episode of The Jokes by Jo Show, where comedian Josiah James takes the stage at the Tally Ho Tavern in Bethlehem, PA for an unforgettable open mic performance. Get ready to laugh as Josiah shares his unique and side-splitting observations on everything from unconventional conventions to unexpected tech features.In this episode, Josiah recounts his recent trip to Vegas for the seventh annual masturbation convention, complete with a hilarious twist involving a guest speaker cosplaying as Jesus. With sharp wit and clever wordplay...2024-05-1505 min
The Jokes by Jo ShowDusting Off the Mics - The Return of The Jokes by Jo ShowMessage The Jokes by Jo ShowWelcome back to The Jokes by Jo Show with your hosts Josiah James and Doug McHizzle! In this episode, we dust off the mics and dive straight into the laughs and stories that have been piling up since our last season. Discover how a random encounter at Home Depot led to the revival of our beloved podcast. We chat about everything from COVID times and vaccinations to tales of psychedelic escapades on Haight Street. Plus, we explore the unexpected ways life's responsibilities have shaped our comedy and personal growth. Tune in...2024-05-0756 min
The Jokes by Jo ShowI Think I'm Turning JapaneseMessage The Jokes by Jo ShowSubtitle: Join comedian Josiah James as he performs his latest stand-up routine, sharing his thoughts on songs that make no sense and revealing a memorable date with a famous celebrity.Description: In this special bonus episode of The Jokes by Jo Show, join comedian Josiah James as he takes the stage at an open mic and delivers a hilarious stand-up routine. Josiah shares his thoughts on songs that make no sense, including "Walking on Broken Glass" and "I Think I'm Turning Japanese." He also opens up about his dating...2023-03-2607 min
The Jokes by Jo ShowAnd We're BackMessage The Jokes by Jo ShowTitle: And We're BackDescription:Comedian Josiah James and co-host Ryan Rossell are back with Season 4 of The Jokes by Jo Show after a 3 year hiatus due to the pandemic. In this long-awaited premiere episode, titled "And We're Back", Josiah and Ryan catch up on what has happened since Season 3 of the podcast, which was released way back in 2020.Josiah James has been busy during the break, pitching an adult animated comedy show to the big networks and writing, directing, and starring in a short...2023-03-051h 43
Lehigh Valley with Love PodcastFighting Cancer with Comedy / Comedian Doug McHizzle / Amanda Buss with the Cancer Support Community Greater Lehigh ValleyPartner with Lehigh Valley with Love!
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Today we’re talking with Cancer Support Community Greater Lehigh Valley Executive Director, Amanda Buss, and comedian Doug McHizzle about their upcoming charity Comedy Night on March 19 at the Hellertown American Legion.
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2022-02-2421 minLehigh Valley with Love PodcastFighting Cancer with Comedy / Comedian Doug McHizzle / Amanda Buss with the Cancer Support Community Greater Lehigh ValleyPartner with Lehigh Valley with Love!
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Today we’re talking with Cancer Support Community Greater Lehigh Valley Executive Director, Amanda Buss, and comedian Doug McHizzle about their upcoming charity Comedy Night on March 19 at the Hellertown American Legion.
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Comedy Night Facebook Event
2022-02-2421 minLehigh Valley with Love MediaFighting Cancer with Comedy / Comedian Doug McHizzle / Amanda Buss with the Cancer Support Community Greater Lehigh ValleyPartner with Lehigh Valley with Love! Thank you to our Partners! ArtsQuest Michael Bernadyn of RE/MAX Real Estate Molly’s Irish Grille & Sports Pub Today we’re talking with Cancer Support Community Greater Lehigh Valley Executive Director, Amanda Buss, and comedian Doug McHizzle about their upcoming charity Comedy Night on March 19 at the Hellertown American […]2022-02-2421 min
The Jokes by Jo ShowCuddling with ComediansMessage The Jokes by Jo ShowSpecial guest Lisa VanArsdale joins us to enlighten us with her experiences as a professional cuddler. She’s so sweet that she will cuddle with most anyone, but has a proclivity for snuggling with comedians and celebrities, and sometimes both. Jon Lovitz!Lisa shares with us intimate details of her favorite celebrity cuddling experience, and also her least favorite cuddling connection. Of course our job is to lighten the mood a bit to give her a safe space to share her stories. And that is exactly what happens, Lisa te...2020-03-121h 18
The Jokes by Jo ShowBringer to a Gallagher ShowMessage The Jokes by Jo ShowBringer ShowsHosts Josiah James and Doug McHizzle get you up to speed on bringer shows. Should you do them? And if you do, some tips along the way. Special guest this week is comedian Kris Fried.Opening for GallagherLater in the show, Doug and Kris tell the hilarious tale of when they opened for the famous watermelon-smashing comedian Gallagher last fall. We wrap things up when each comedian shares one of their jokes. Kris tests out some new material and Doug shares a...2020-03-041h 15
The Jokes by Jo ShowSuperman's LovesacMessage The Jokes by Jo ShowAND WE’RE BACKWe want to apologize for the delay in getting this episode uploaded. Our studio was flooded due to a water heater exploding and we’ve been out of commission ever since. This episode was recorded back in Spring and we are just now getting around to editing it for your listening pleasure. Lots of great stories are shared this episode so be sure to check it out.INTROJosiah and Doug spend the first half hour of the show discussing their favo...2019-08-291h 57
The Jokes by Jo ShowCotton DickMessage The Jokes by Jo ShowINTROJosiah and Doug welcome their special guest Keith Brown, who suffers from cerebral palsy. He joins today’s episode to discuss Roast Battles, in particular the battle between Nicole Becannon and Joe Eurell, who also has cerebral palsy.HIP-HOPKeith shares his favorite rappers from back in the day. Doug professes his distaste for 2Pac. Josiah shares his lousy attempt at a rap from the last episode.TECHNOLOGYKeith tells us all about his hobbies making robots and being a ce...2018-11-131h 57
The Jokes by Jo ShowTechnical DifficultiesMessage The Jokes by Jo ShowINTROJosiah struggles with a caller and Doug shares with us the intimate and hilarious details about his vasectomy appointment.COMEDYJosiah and Doug discuss the new show by Norm Macdonald on Netflix called Norm Macdonald Has a Show. From there. we talk about our favorite talk show sidekicks, and hear a hilarious sound byte from Josiah’s favorite sidekick, Karl Pilkington.Comedian Michelle Wolf gets an honorable mention and we play a clip of her lovely gig at the Correspondents Dinner in D...2018-09-291h 42
The Jokes by Jo ShowWanna Hear a Dirty Joke?Message The Jokes by Jo ShowINTROThe lovely actress, survivor, cancer advocate and enlightened Trisha Graybill joins our show as a very special guest. Doug McHizzle talks about his vasectomy consultation that he had with his doctor. Trisha shares her humorous visit with her Urologist.COMEDYThe hosts talk about Louie CK's unannounced stand-up appearance at the Comedy Cellar in NYC.The hosts share their first ever joke they told on stage based on a Twitter post from comedian Ed Solomon.We listen to Canadian Comedian...2018-09-052h 14
The Jokes by Jo ShowPaint or Pussy?Message The Jokes by Jo ShowCOMEDYJosiah James, Ryan Rossell and Doug McHarris open Season 2 with discussing a Jim Gaffigan concert that Doug recently attended. Later on they play some clips from Sacha Baron Cohen's new show, Who Is America and discuss. Afterwards, Josiah shares a brand new open mic performance from earlier in the summer. Doug and Josiah tell a story about how they first met at the worst gig ever in Springfield, New Jersey.PAINT OR PUSSYThe hosts play a brand new game called Paint or Pussy...2018-08-131h 40
The Jokes by Jo ShowTittabawassee RoadMessage The Jokes by Jo ShowFROM THE ARCHIVESWe recorded this episode in November, 2016 but never published it. Right before Thanksgiving and just after the election we got together and recorded a 3 hour session. A lot of our conversation dealt with Trump and the election and aftermath.Although still relevant, I've cut all the Trump stuff out since it's a bit dated and I'm tired of hearing about Trump everyday. What is left is just over an hour of our conversation which features a hilarious story by Josiah James about his trip...2018-07-271h 09
The Jokes by Jo ShowAcute AnginaMessage The Jokes by Jo ShowCOMEDYIt's open mic week! Josiah James and Ryan Rossell share their open mic performances from earlier in the week. Josiah resurfaces some older material for his set and Ryan opens with a hilarious new bit about stage time, before crashing and burning with a Halloween bit (his words, not mine).We were graced by a very unusual stand-up performance by a local hack comedian that went up on stage wearing a Peter Pan leotard. We play a bit of the weirdest set ever and add our...2016-11-111h 11
The Jokes by Jo ShowM. Night Shyama long a ding dongMessage The Jokes by Jo ShowIn Episode 5, M. Night Shymalongadingdong, Josiah James and Ryan Rossell discuss comedians Kevin Hart, Carrot Top and Steven Wright. In Entertainment, they discuss M. Night Shyamalan, Obama and Doritos Super Bowl commercials. In Technology, they talk about David Lynch, John Malkovich, Squarespace and D.D.O.S. attacks.Social Shout out to @SiriouslySusan, who just recently followed @jokesbyjo on Twitter.COMEDYIs Kevin Hart funny? Josiah and Ryan discuss this question that popped up over on Reddit. What's going on with professional teams that...2016-11-011h 07
The Jokes by Jo ShowBaum ShelterMessage The Jokes by Jo ShowOpen mic performances, Mascots, Nintendo Switch, and Josiah reads an email he gets from Louie C.K.COMEDYJosiah James and Ryan Rossell share their open mic performances with you. Enjoy Josiah rant about his wife for 5 minutes and roll with laughter as Ryan walks you through Sky Mall magazine. Both comics agree they did better than their last time on stage, so hip hip hurrah for progress. We close the segment with Ryan finally sharing a dating story on the show...it's about time Ryan!2016-10-261h 04
The Jokes by Jo ShowGrab Them by the Pussy at Forever 21Message The Jokes by Jo ShowCOMEDYThe Jokes by Jo Show introduces a new sponsor, Grab Them by the Pussy Foundation.Josiah James and Ryan Rossell discuss their upcoming bits they intend to perform at open mic next week. The co-hosts also introduce CoCo, a new co-host for The Jokes by Jo Show that joins towards the end of the show. During the beginning of the show, Josiah gets a spam phone call which leads to a discussion about call centers. The two also discuss the second presidential debate and the parody...2016-10-171h 05
The Jokes by Jo ShowTracy's MomMessage The Jokes by Jo ShowIn this second episode, you'll hear comedians Josiah James and Ryan Rossell perform a live open mic, critique their craft, discuss rehearsal techniques, and close the show with two epic stories from their younger years in Orlando.COMEDYComedians Josiah James and Ryan Rossell share their open mic performances from earlier in the week and critique each others shows. Josiah opens with his belly button bit that he mentioned in Episode 1 and Ryan opens with his AIDS joke. The hosts talk about comedy technique, where and how...2016-10-101h 04
The Jokes by Jo ShowThe PianistMessage The Jokes by Jo ShowCOMEDY At a lower level, they talk about George Carlin's new posthumously released album, "I Kinda Like It When a Lotta People Die." Ryan shares two of his favorite jokes, while Josiah tests out a new bit called "19th Century Social Media", which he calls Carlinesque. https://open.spotify.com/album/3a341nEQigEkIVgkUQ6L84 ENTERTAINMENT Josiah talks about the new video that surfaced of the college students being interviewed at the Poly Tech Institute in Texas about basic common knowledge. Ryan shares his thoughts on the new movi...2016-10-021h 01