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Virginia Is For LaughersInside the New Comedy Club at Massanutten Resort—Big Laughs Await! {Ep 212}Laughers, get ready to dive into an exciting new adventure as Massanutten Resort launches its brand new comedy club in the cozy and intimate Elevations Lounge, a whiskey bar with views of breathtaking mountain scenery year round! Join us as Dawn Davis Womack chats with Mark Litz, Vice President of Operations for Food and Beverage at Massanutten Resort, about the rapid development of this new comedy hotspot. Learn how this dynamic partnership with The Funny Womacks and Friends aims to showcase rising local talent alongside regional and national touring comedians to fulfill a vision of, making Shenandoah Valley a premier...2025-03-1237 minVirginia Is For LaughersChris Alan: From Bombing to Headlining – Brutally Honest & Brilliantly Funny {Ep 211}Laughers, get ready to meet the brutally honest and brilliantly funny Chris Alan in this exciting new episode! Chris, a national touring stand-up comedian and podcaster based out of Washington, D.C., has shared stages with some of the biggest names in comedy, including Michael Che, Mark Norman, and Roy Wood Jr to name a few. Not only does Chris have a razor-sharp wit and quick crowd interactions, but he also brings a wealth of experience and storytelling to every show, making each performance unique and unpredictable. In this episode, we'll dive into Chris's career journey, the challenges he's taken...2025-03-051h 55Virginia Is For LaughersGet Practical Nutrition & Mindful Eating Tips: Dr. Jeremy Akers Breaks It Down {Ep 203}Laughers, ever wondered about balancing indulgence with moderation? Dr. Akers, a professor of dietetics, registered dietitian, and graduate program director at James Madison University, reveals how to enjoy occasional treats without guilt. Get his 5 top tips and more! We explore the critical differences between nutritional needs for competitive athletes versus everyone else, and the importance of consulting a registered dietitian for personalized guidance. Plus, dive into discussions on gut health, defeating nutritional myths, and the importance of mindfulness in eating habits. Broadcasting from the Health and Behavioral Studies building at James Madison University, discover the diverse career paths for dietetics...2025-01-081h 19Virginia Is For LaughersTop 5 Fitness Tips from a Kinesiology Prof by Day and Stand-Up Comedian by Night {Ep 202}Laughers, today we're kicking off the year with an exciting new series focused on health and fitness. Joining your host, Dawn Davis Womack, is none other than her husband, Chris Womack. By day, Chris is a seasoned kinesiology professor with over 31 years of experience in exercise research and teaching. By night, he is a stand up comedian!
In this episode, you’ll hear the story on how this comedy couple met doing exercise research and Chris’s top five fitness tips for 2025, drawing from his extensive career and fitness endeavors. We'll discuss everything from the importance of protein inta...2025-01-011h 11Virginia Is For LaughersChristmas Flick Picks! The Funny Womacks’ Top 5 Countdown {Ep 201}Laughers, get ready for spirited discussions on the top five holiday movies between Dawn and Chris, a dynamic comedy couple married for 25 years. From reminiscing about Vince Vaughn’s hilarious antics in their top pick to debating whether "Die Hard" qualifies as a Christmas movie, there's plenty of laughter and nostalgia to go around. Listen in as Chris, under his new alias "Mr. Christmas," shares his newfound love for holiday decorations and as Dawn reveals her adaptation of the much-loved snowman cake. Don't miss all the fun discussions, the memorable movie quotes, the Womacks' contagious holiday spirit and touching message of s...2024-12-2529 min
Virginia Is For LaughersThe Funny Womacks Unedited Special Edition & Revelations {Ep 193}Laughers, get ready for some revelations, fun and play along! In this special unedited edition, Dawn and her husband Chris, a comedy couple married 25 years, delve into their exciting journey of rebranding their stand up comedy venture. Tune in to hear their short rebrand story from X2 Comedy to FWAF [f-wahf] = The Funny Womacks & Friends, and how it better represents their mission of connection through laughter by combining humor, community, and innovative comedy experiences. Plus, don't miss the hilarious Newlywed Game spoof where Chris and Dawn test their knowledge of each other after a quarter century of marriage. Whether you're a...2024-10-3021 minVirginia Is For LaughersMagnum Opus: An Integrative Approach to Fitness, Running & Wellness Coaching {Ep 188}Laughers, prepare to be inspired by the indomitable spirit of Coach Nelle Fox, a dedicated reading specialist turned running and an integrative health coach. Nelle shares her journey from ultra-marathon feats to founding Magnum Opus Coaching, where she champions an authentic, no-nonsense approach to wellness. Discover her story on how "Charlotte's Web" shaped her mindset on friendship, legacy, and the impact of teaching, highlighted by a poignant student memory.
Get insights into integrative nutrition and community healing, emphasizing the ripple effect of positive lifestyle changes. Hear personal anecdotes from your host, Dawn Davis Womack's running adventures, including a h...2024-09-251h 20Virginia Is For LaughersThe Story & Legacy of Harrisonburg’s First African-American Woman Mayor Deanna Reed {Ep 178}Laughers, get ready to hear the inspiring story of Harrisonburg’s first African-American Woman Mayor! Tune in for a powerful and motivational conversation between two people who think differently politically and connect joyfully in their shared humanity. Highlighting the spirit of service and community join host Dawn Davis Womack as they delve into the Mayor’s journey from a successful career in retail to founding the impactful Precious Gems Academy and On the Road Collaborative program.
We'll explore her dedication to youth empowerment, her challenges, her triumphs and organizing community events like the African American Culture Festival. Discover the fo...2024-07-171h 20Virginia Is For LaughersGrow Self Trust, Heal Trauma Bonds & Experience Post Traumatic Growth with Counselor, Speaker & Author of Loving You is Hurting Me {Ep 162}Laughers, get ready to embrace your inner strength with expert insights from Dr. Laura Anne Copley! In this heartening chat, Dr. Copley, a seasoned trauma-informed counselor and author of "Loving You is Hurting Me," unpacks the complexities of trauma bonds and the radiant light of post-traumatic growth. Dr. Copley’s own journey to self-trust unfolds as she recalls her enlightening moment to the tune of David Bowie's "Heroes," signaling a pivotal career shift from an academic path to launching her own thriving practice, Aurora Counseling. With her candid narrative, she guides us through the rigors and rewards of finding a su...2024-04-031h 00Virginia Is For LaughersA Spin on Life & Training with Coach Averi: Pro Cyclist & Former Air Force Staff Sergeant {Ep 159}Laughers, gear up for a ride that takes some twists and turns with Coach Averi Ferari, an ex pro cyclist and former Air Force Staff Sergeant on security detail for the President. Prepare to dive into her unique journey where the worlds of military discipline, competitive cycling and two kinesiology degrees at James Madison University collide creating an already rewarding career path. From discussing the rigors of preparing for the Olympics while serving in the Air Force, Averi reveals an intimate glimpse into her life-altering experiences both on and off the bike. As she speaks candidly about her transition, she...2024-03-131h 00Virginia Is For LaughersInnkeepers Chat at The Friendly City Inn with a Modern Take on a 1885 Mansion B&B {Ep 157}Laughers, prepare to get swept away by the allure of olde world charm and hospitality with innkeepers Joel and Becca Graham of the historic Friendly City Inn in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Take a journey with these new parents who are among the youngest innkeepers in America and our charismatic host, Dawn Davis Womack, as we delve into their heartfelt transformation of an 1885 mansion into a modern bed and breakfast oasis. Nestled near the bustling downtown and James Madison University campus, this idyllic inn invites guests with gourmet breakfasts crafted from local ingredients, where classic fare meets a creative twist. Hear anecdotes...2024-02-2856 minVirginia Is For LaughersEscapes Spa: Delight in Massages, Healing & Wisdom on Self-Care in a Zen Oasis {Ep 155}Laughers, get ready to explore a world of relaxation, rejuvenation and healing in this zen oasis! Our host, the fun-loving Dawn Davis Womack is joined by the charismatic Lou Botkin, Massage Therapist, Owner and the heart of Escapes Spa. Tune in to hear Lou’s story of Arizona roots, fascinating August County farm life and her wisdom on how to turn self-care into a holistic sanctuary for the soul. As Dawn’s massage therapist, Lou has been an integral part of Dawn’s healing journey from past traumas. Delight in their friendly banter throughout this episode and uncover the fun nickna...2024-02-1457 minVirginia Is For LaughersHow to Deepen Relationships: Hope & Healing with Couples Therapist Randy Hook {Ep 154}Laughers, take a journey deep with us into the complexities of love and connection with renowned Couples Therapist Randy Hook, LCSW, PLLC. With over 25 years of therapy triumphs, Randy guides us through the profound journey of mending and nurturing relationships. Discover how radical acceptance and unconditional positive regard revolutionize the way couples communicate and resolve conflict, all while Randy shares insights from dialectical behavioral therapy, emotionally focused therapy, experiences as a therapist and personal anecdotes. Host Dawn Davis Womack gets candid about her recovery journey from complex PTSD, inviting us to embrace vulnerability as a strength. And yes, we even...2024-02-071h 21Virginia Is For LaughersGoal Setting to Success in Fitness & Business with Lauren Black of Rocktown Crossfit {Ep 150}Laughers, we hit a milestone —it's our 150th episode and we have more laughs-pir-ations for you with guest Lauren Black, a master of clinical exercise physiology and the powerhouse behind Rocktown CrossFit. Tune into this episode for a burst of motivation and practical advice whether you're a fitness enthusiast, gym owner, or anyone looking to up their game in personal and professional growth. Lauren doesn't just lead her gym, she also mentors gym owners globally, pushing them to achieve peak business fitness with Two Brain Fitness. She’s been managing the hustle of business at Rocktown for eleven years, and has...2024-01-1043 minVirginia Is For LaughersGrief Support & Remembrance of Loved Ones This Holiday Season + Year Round! {Ep 144}Laughers, discover the compassionate world of grieving support available to you and your loved ones that flourishes hope in the hardest of times this holiday season and year round. Our guest, Vonda Driver from the Sadie Rose Foundation, joins us today to share the story of its founders, Regina & Lee Harlow. From their heartbreaking loss they stitched together a quilt of comfort, extending from the delicate threads of infant loss to now 16 years later expanding the fabric of grief support available to all who have lost a loved one. Hear your host, Dawn Davis Womack, share her own family’s he...2023-11-2951 minVirginia Is For LaughersJMU’s Funny Professor Chris Womack: Comedy, Confidence & Unexpected Success {Ep 136}Laughers, get ready for an inspiring and laughter filled episode as we dive into the comedy journey of Chris Womack, a kinesiology professor by day and a comedian by night. Chris has been making people laugh for over 30 years and is known for his willingness to venture into the unexpected. Hear the story of Chris’ unforgettable experience where he participated in a comedy competition. Despite not expecting to win, Chris ended up taking home the top prize, leaving him astonished and grateful for those "milepost moments". Find out about his first open mic experience and the joy he felt in mak...2023-10-041h 05
Taking Up Your Time with Bobby BenavidesEpisode 11: An Interview with Dawn Davis WomackOn this episode I have a conversation with the very funny Dawn Davis Womack. She and her husband work together to produce comedy shows and make people laugh. You can find her at X2Comedy.com and follow she and her husband on instagram. You can also follow their podcast Virginia is for Laughers.
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Also, visit bobbybcomedy.com for details on my comedy and stuff.2023-08-171h 01Virginia Is For LaughersThe Golden Pony's Evolution as a Local Icon! Ethiopian Delights to Live Music Nights {Ep 125}Laughers, get ready to discover the inspiring success story of The Golden Pony, a live music venue and scratch-made American cuisine restaurant, cherished in Harrisonburg, Virginia. The Arefaine family's journey from Ethiopia to the US led to the establishment's transformation from an Ethiopian restaurant into The Golden Pony, a vital part of the city's downtown renaissance. The venue's precursor, The Blue Nile, offered a diverse and inclusive space for experimental, heavy, and hip hop music, breaking stereotypes associated with certain genres. Learn about the unexpected opening of The Golden Pony, fueled by inspiration from the novel and movie, The Outsiders...2023-07-191h 25Virginia Is For LaughersA Sit Down with Comedian Winston Hodges, the Crowd Work King in a Cave {Ep 120}Laughers, be inspired to take risks in life and comedy with comedian Winston Hodges whose clips have been viewed over a combined 4 million times! Get a behind the scenes peek at the evolution of his comedy career and learn about his upcoming gigs INSIDE a cave at Melrose Civil War Caverns for Cave Comedy Fest. By way of Richmond and now taking the DC comedy scene by storm, Winston has opened for Demetri Martin, Brian Regan, Mark Norman, and Dave Attell to name a few. Known for his high energy storytelling style and southern charm, find out how Winston has...2023-06-141h 06Virginia Is For LaughersComedian Big Daddy Laugh-A-Lot: Being Grateful and Finding Humor in Dark Times {Ep 117}Laughers, let us hear the encouraging and inspiring story with laughs as we chat life, choices, and comedy with national touring Comedian Jerry Cooke A.K.A Big Daddy Laugh-A-Lot. He is hilarious, original, and motivating. He started his career unknowingly 20 years ago after being asked to fill in as a host at an event he attended. Before he knew it, the crowd started laughing continuously, and by the end of the day, he was asked to host another event as a comedian. Big Daddy Laugh-A-Lot incorporates his journey of wholeness through his life decisions and weight loss into his...2023-05-2454 minVirginia Is For LaughersComedian Melissa Douty: 'Top 101 Comics in the Country' {Ep 108}Laughers, be sure to catch this humorous and candid chat with Melissa Douty, a national touring comedian who opened for Arsenio Hall, Maria Bamford and made the Top 101 Comics in the Country for the World Series of Comedy Main Event held in St Louis, MI finishing Top 9. Raised in Clifton Forge, VA and known for her downhome charm and quick wit she appeals to fans young and old. Hear a fun story about when she first realized she was funny. Listen to an entertaining story of her start in stand up comedy. Hear her share experiences of performing around the...2023-03-2948 minVirginia Is For LaughersComedian Donna Lewis: NASA by Day & Comedy by Night {Ep 107}Laughers, be sure to catch this humorous and authentic chat with Donna Lewis, a national touring comedian who opened for Marsha Warfield and Maria Bamford. Listen to stories about what she does for NASA by day and discover what prompted her to pursue comedy later in life. Find out about her favorite places to perform across the country. Listen to experiences of competing and receiving a standing ovation to a sold out audience at Court Square Theater in Harrisonburg, VA pre pandemic that advanced her in the World Series of Comedy. Discover what prompted her to start the diverse POC...2023-03-2944 minVirginia Is For LaughersComedian, Storyteller & TV Writer Adam Bush {Ep 101}Listen to an engaging story filled episode with lighthearted moments from Adam Bush. He’s a Comedian, TV Writer and cancer survivor that grew up in Louisiana and travels the globe sharing stories. Find out how he won a contest to open for Mike Birbiglia on Broadway; how he builds a comedy career in today’s world and what’s on his TikTok! Discover his writing process; how he disciplines himself daily and how he focuses on building a career leaning on his strengths. Discover how his father's untimely passing made a powerful impact on his life and outlook on grief...2023-02-151h 01Virginia Is For LaughersThe 100th Episode! Highlight Reel of Comedians on the Podcast So Far! {Ep 100}Celebrating our 100th Episode with you! Need a laugh? Love fun? Like stories, games, and discounts? Then join us for this special episode made just for you and grab your promo code for some delicious munchies. Get a behind the scenes peek into the lives and funny minds of this diverse line up of 42 comics. They are some of the local, regional, and national touring comedians seen on our hilarious X2 Comedy shows! From JMU’s New & Improv.’d troupe to LA comic Lachlan Patterson who performed in our first cave comedy shows, tune in to a playful, interesting, informative epis...2023-02-081h 21Virginia Is For LaughersCoast Guard Helicopter Pilot to Comedian & Writer, Noah Miller {Ep 99}Listen to an engaging and playful chat with laughs with Comedian and Writer, Noah Miller. Find out how he went from flying helicopters to doing standup and writing TV pilots. Listen to what it was like for this ‘nomad’ to grow up in Iowa and discover what inspired to join the Coast Guard. You’ll even learn some of their lingo! Find out what prompted him to make the switch to a comedy career and listen to him tell the tale of trying it for the first-time in St. Petersburg, Florida. Get his insights as a comedy screenwriter and find out wh...2023-02-0151 min
Clean Comedy MattersDawn Davis Womack: Comedic Acting, If You Produce It They Will Come, Niche Down + MOREDawn Davis Womack is a comedian, producer and podcaster. In 2018, she started X2 Comedy! In 2021, Dawn launched the Virginia is For Laughers podcast, a podcast about all things non-hiking in the Shenandoah Valley. Dawn brings a warmth, charm and "we are family" vibe to the stage and her podcast!
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cleancomedymatters/support2023-01-2239 minVirginia Is For LaughersRaised by Clowns: Comedian Joey I.L.O. “Comedy Saved My Life” {Ep 97}Listen to a fun, funny and heartwarming chat with laughs with Comedian Joey I.L.O. who was raised by Clowns. He’s been on Last Comic Standing, Thou Shalt Laugh 5, Dry Bar Comedy, Yes TV, Comedy Channel and a regular on The DATENIGHT Tour. After having a stroke at age 21, hear how comedy saved his life! Hear how he overcomes the adversity of his disease and the hope he has from his ability to create and make people laugh. Learn where he is from and hear stories of his youth including a fun story working at Six Flags. Discover ho...2023-01-1856 minVirginia Is For LaughersHo Ho Ho They’re Back! It’s Santa & Mrs. Claus on a Zoom Call from the North Pole {Ep 90}Listen to a super fun and joyful chat with lots of laughs on all things the North Pole with Santa and Mrs. Claus! Find out how this year’s busy season is going for the famous Christmas couple and what helps them keep the elves on task to make all the toys this time of year. Listen to them share their love story and find out what keeps the spark going in their marriage after all these centuries! Learn more about elf life at the North Pole including what their weddings look like in their Winter Wonderland. Find out if th...2022-11-3044 minVirginia Is For LaughersBack Home-on the Farm: Fall Fun & Lots of Agri-tourism Activities Nearly Year Round! {Ep 85}Listen to a cozy fun and charming chat with laughs with Lynne Hess from Back Home-on the Farm where they have 240 beautiful acres with lots to do for all ages! Listen to Lynne’s story of how she met her husband, Gary, whom she refers to as a “big kid” who is tons of fun. Hear more about the 30+ activities you can do on the farm including the 60-foot underground slide! Get a behind the scenes peak at running their diversified farm with Hereford cattle, hayfields, corn maze, pumpkin patches, greenhouses and more! Discover how they make the corn maze each y...2022-10-2651 minVirginia Is For LaughersChildren of the Shenandoah Series Part 2: Author of Across the Blue Ridge Mountains Maggie Marangione {Ep 84}Listen to an enlightening and delightful chat with laughs with Maggie Marangione as we discuss her novel, Across the Blue Ridge Mountains. Set in the early twentieth century of Elkton, VA at the time the mountain families were removed for the Shenandoah National Park. Hear what brought this New York native to Virginia and how she developed a curiosity for these displaced families. In her 10 years of research, learn some of the challenges she faced and what surprised her the most. Find out where you can find and listen to oral history interviews of these descendants at James Madison University. H...2022-10-1940 minVirginia Is For LaughersTrading Places! Q101's Brandy Interviews Dawn Davis Womack, This Podcast's Host {Ep 78}We flipped the script! Listen to a fun, entertaining and inspirational chat with laughs on how ‘it’s never too late’ where Brandy, musician and radio DJ interviews Dawn, comedian, producer and podcaster. Listen to a heartbreaking story of her early loss that changed the trajectory of her original life goals. Find out how mentoring a JMU student inspired her to chase her dreams again later in life. Learn what YouTube sketches filmed locally led her to face her fears of doing stand up. Hear how her husband, Chris, also a comic work together on shows and what may be next f...2022-09-071h 00Virginia Is For LaughersJay Zehr: The Valley's Original Off the Beaten Path Comic {Ep 74}Listen to an interesting, humorous and engaging chat with Jay Zehr! Based out of Harrisonburg this one of a kind original versatile comedic talent has been acting, writing and directing plays since 1985! He’s also won four awards for Best Film in the Super Gr8 Film Festival. Most recently, a song he wrote was selected for the Office Ladies podcast with Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey from the hit sitcom series The Office starring Steve Carrell. Listen to this comic’s story and discover more about his creative process. Learn the background behind his fascination with UFO History and rumors that...2022-08-1057 minVirginia Is For LaughersSchewitz Whichard: Self-Described Mature/Blue Comedian Who Also Works Clean PG13 {Ep 73}Listen to another fun, highly entertaining, engaging chat with laughs! It’s Schewitz Whichard, a nationally touring comedian not short of stories to tell. Listen to how he got his start in comedy in 1996 that was a ‘surprise’ to him. Hear some entertaining stories behind a shared connection in comedy between Dawn and Schewitz leading to lifelong friendship. Discover the childhood experiences that shaped his comedy style and the professional comedy influences that taught him the grind, business and respect for the craft of comedy. Find out what his writing process is like and how he interactively develops his material with au...2022-08-0356 minVirginia Is For LaughersDante Carter: HBO Def Comedy Jam, BET’s Comic View & Has Toured Overseas! {Ep 72}Listen to another fun and entertaining chat with laughs! It’s Dante Carter, a comedian with 20 years experience performing worldwide. Listen to his story and how he got his start in comedy. Find out his top comic influences that have inspired his career. Hear about his experiences being on HBO Def Comedy Jam and BET’s Comic View. Listen to the story of ‘the night that made him’ in the largest concert hall he’s performed in to date and the encouragement he received from the legendary Dick Gregory, a Comedian and Civil Rights Activist, that kept him going! Hear stories abo...2022-07-2741 minVirginia Is For LaughersWhat’s X2 Comedy? FAQs: Husband & Wife Comic Duo Dawn & Chris Womack {Ep 70}Listen to a candid chat with laughs and chemistry with your podcast host, Dawn Davis Womack and special guest, Chris Womack, a JMU Professor, answering FAQs about X2 Comedy. Find out about the connection between this podcast and X2 that was inspired from their personal experiences of living in the Valley. Hear the story of X2 and get answers to some of the most FAQs including ‘Why clean comedy PG13?’ Get their take on what makes X2's brand of comedy a playful connection between the audiences and the comedians that perform here. Hear the story behind why it’s named...2022-07-1254 minVirginia Is For LaughersHamilton Voice Studio: Singing Lessons with Sarah Hamilton {Ep 63}Listen to a friendly, playful and inspirational chat with Sarah Hamilton who teaches voice lessons from kids to adults with a philosophy “There is no such thing as a person who can not sing. If you can speak, you can sing.” Hear her story including the “big moment” when she stepped into herself as a singer. Learn what a typical day is like for a voice student in college and how the intensity influenced her schedule now running her a private voice studio. Get insights on how a background in athletics or recreational sport can positively impact your singing voice. Learn wh...2022-05-2551 minVirginia Is For LaughersLuLubunny Home: Vintage Finds, Reclaimed Decor & Treasures Boutique with Deb Shaver {Ep 61}Listen to a delightful chat with laughs on all things vintage finds with the incredibly talented and creative Deb Shaver, owner and operator of LuLubunny Home. A transplant from New York to the Valley, listen to the story that brought her and her family to Virginia. Discover when and how she found her passion for vintage and antique items. Get her insights on how items can be repurposed for modern times. Hear stories and get ideas on where you can find vintage items. Listen to where she gets the inspirations for her creations as well as her philosophy on repurposing...2022-05-1133 minVirginia Is For LaughersFor Kids! Explore More Discovery Museum: Kelly Snow {Ep 60}Listen to a friendly playful chat with laughs on all things Explore More with Kelly Snow, a “career fundraiser” who is passionate about children’s causes and the ‘power of play’! Hear her story and find out more about the team behind all the creative programs and classes offered. Learn about Maker City and hear stories about some of what the kids have made it so far. Learn about the fun missions kids can do in the Lego League program and how kids can get involved. Hear some of the creative ideas presented by 5th to 8th graders in the TedEd Club...2022-05-0441 minVirginia Is For LaughersOPHIE! Distinctive & Eclectic R&B Artist {Ep 59}Listen to a delightful, easygoing, authentic chat with Mike Op’t Hof aka OPHIE described as ‘late to the music scene, but well worth the wait with a distinctive style that connects with his audiences’. Hear his story and the inspiration for creating Late Bloomer a mix tape album that lead to opening for a major act! Discover how he communicates through his music and hear his philosophy on music creation. Find out how the last couple of years looked like for him as an artist and a new father over the pandemic. Listen to stories of his multigenerational musically talent...2022-04-2743 minVirginia Is For LaughersTop 50 In The World: Golden Tee Golf Gamer Steve Puff {Ep 58}Listen to a fun and informative chat on all things Golden Tee Golf with Steven Puff, a Top 50 in the world gamer from the Valley! Hear his story on he got into playing this golf arcade game that has become a part of bar room pop culture since 1989. Find out about the close-knit community that has a lot of FUN meeting up for tournaments and online. Discover what the tournament atmosphere is like and how they work. Learn some Golden Tee Golf Gamer terminology that describes how the players play the game. Hear the ins and outs of what practice...2022-04-2043 minVirginia Is For LaughersSpencer Hatcher: Country Music & Bluegrass Artist {Ep 57}Listen to this easygoing, fun and inspiring chat with Spencer Hatcher, deemed the greatest country music artist & band coming out of Broadway, Virginia! Hear his stories that landed a Mountain Dew Commercial and inspired the name of his band, Spencer Hatcher & The Ol’ Son Gang. A graduate of East Tennessee State University, find out how a record deal in Nashville and the pandemic altered the course of his life and career plans. Get the inside scoop on how this banjo TikTok sensation created the viral videos with his brother, Connor, and how Spencer’s middle school education influenced the engaging, funn...2022-04-131h 01Virginia Is For LaugherswithSimplicity: A Clean Beauty Boutique with Cosmetics, Skincare & More! {Ep 56}Listen to this uplifting chat with the charming and funny Irina Dovganetskiy, Owner & CEO of withSimplicity, featuring beautiful clean beauty with products safe for you! Listen to her story of relocating to the US from Russia at 12 years old and how this experience inspired her interest in cosmetics. Hear the love story with a “hometown boy” that brought her to Harrisonburg. Find out how she learned to make cosmetics with natural ingredients and how the business started in her kitchen. Listen to the story of how her first shop location in downtown Harrisonburg was in an Airstream then hear about the...2022-04-0638 minVirginia Is For LaughersHarmony Harvest Farm: Fresh Farm Flowers Shipped to Your Door & More! {Ep 55}Listen to this delightful entertaining chat with sisters, Jessica and Stephanie, from Harmony Harvest Farm to hear the story of this multigenerational farm with over 200 types of flowers! Listen to the touching fun stories about building beautiful personal connections with their customers and how they hard as they work on the farm. Find out how they deal with the challenges of their business and lessons they’ve learned. Get some key helpful design tips on flower arranging and how to extend the life of your flowers. Learn about their design tools like the flower frogs you can use and why the...2022-03-301h 24Virginia Is For LaughersOnce a Runway Model Now a Comedian/Actor: Clean Ryheem {Ep 54}Listen to a jovial chat loaded with laughs with comedian and actor, Clean Ryheem! From ripping the runway at New York Fashion Week to GEICO commercials, listen to his story that began by being raised by his grandparents. Discover why he quit his job as an Accountant to pursue a career in entertainment. Hear stories about how he got into modeling and what his experiences were like. Listen to his fun proposal story asking his wife Breonna to marry him while working the runway at New York Fashion Week. Having done print modeling work for companies like Calvin Klein, find...2022-03-2353 minVirginia Is For Laughers47 Years On Trains! Retired Railroad Conductor Kevin Kinsey {Ep 53}Listen to a friendly interesting chat about trains and life on the railroad with Kevin Kinsey, a retired Railroad Conductor who ran the route from Strasburg to Harrisonburg, now abandoned! Learn more about what training is involved and the typical career path is in this field. Listen to the biggest changes he’s seen over his 47 years on trains. Find out what happened to the cabooses and why. Learn the difference between the job of a Railroad Conductor and Locomotive Engineer. Hear about the fun friendly banter they have between them on who really is in charge. Discover interesting facts abo...2022-03-1630 minVirginia Is For LaughersThe Lady Jane Shop: Home Goods & Handmade Gifts by Independent Artists {Ep 52}Enjoy a delightfully friendly fun conversation with Sara Cristensen from The Lady Jane Shop. This charming downtown boutique shop is filled with unique items where you can enjoy warm conversation and laughter! Hear the story of the inspiration behind the shop’s name and the atmosphere she wanted to create from this ‘nerdy’ book lover. Listen to what some of her favorite works are by her favorite author. Discover the kinds of “goodies” you can buy and how interested Independent Artists can submit their work for consideration. Listen to the inspiration behind creating the warm and friendly vibe there and her favori...2022-03-0950 minVirginia Is For LaughersVeteran & Suicide Survivor Travis Coyle: Living Waters Freedom Initiative {Ep 51}Listen to a warm friendly conversation with this veteran who possesses a great sense of humor with impactful insights and a message of hope. Listen to the incredible story of his suicide attempt and what helped him change his perspective to find hope, happiness and love after. Learn more about his final mission to make a difference for vets & their families with their peer-to-peer groups at Living Waters Freedom Initiative and their big vision with the Veterans Across America Campaign. Hear the story about his trained service dog, Chopper, a 100 lb. Lab that helps Travis with his PTSD and night t...2022-03-021h 07Virginia Is For LaughersMelrose Civil War Caverns: Underground History of the Civil War {Ep 50}Enjoy this friendly fascinating chat with laughs on the rich history of Melrose Caverns dating back to 1748 with Dick Yancey and Jack Yancey! Listen to the story of why the caverns have been closed since 1968 and what prompted its reopening. Learn about historic tax credits and how they used them for the caverns. Hear the story of working with their local electricians to put in new lighting and some of the exciting elements they found in the process that haven’t been seen in over 50 years. Listen to some stories about the 100+ names of civil war soldiers etched on the cav...2022-02-2328 minVirginia Is For LaughersA Sustainable Lifestyle Shop! Great. Full Goods at Agora Market {Ep 49}Enjoy this delightful chat with laughs and learn so much on all things sustainable with Melissa from Great. Full Goods at Agora Market! Learn what a sustainable lifestyle shop is and the wide array of refills and sustainable goods they have in this colorful conscious shop. Get several ideas on what you can swap out for single use plastics that are easy to do and might surprise you. Hear a fun story of how Melissa and her business partner, Faith, met and started their business. Discover the number of years one single plastic bag sticks around in our environment! Hear...2022-02-1641 minVirginia Is For LaughersTassie Pippert: Un-Wine’d & Pair Recipes with Wines in the Valley & Beyond! {Ep 48}Enjoy this fun chat with laughs on all things Un-Wine’d, an Emmy Award winning cooking show on VPM PBS that brings in Virginia wines from the Shenandoah Valley and beyond with Tassie Pippert! Get scrumptious recipes and wine pairing ideas from this delightful person, Chef and Wine Specialist. Hear her story and find out who calls her “the next Gordon Ramsey of Virginia” in the wine industry. Discover what happens behind the scenes to create the show and what fans do when they see her in the grocery store. Find out what her ‘tasting nights’ involve and grab her helpful tip...2022-02-0958 minVirginia Is For LaughersJR Snow: Youth Fine Arts & The Court Square Café! {Ep 47}Listen to this fun and inspiring chat with laughs sprinkled with wisdom nuggets on all things youth fine arts with JR Snow, Director of Any Given Child Shenandoah Valley and the Visual and Performing Arts Coordinator of Harrisonburg City Schools. Learn about the Court Square Café, a monthly evening showcase of performance and multi-media art created and shared by talented youth. Get a behind the scenes look at the approach designed to create spaces where students can flourish no matter their age or skill level. In addition to the classes, programs and events offered learn more about the Fine Arts A...2022-02-0237 minVirginia Is For LaughersMassanutten Resort "The Nutt": Explore, Stay, Play, Relax, Dine & More! {Ep 46}Listen to another upbeat and informative chat with Matt Ream and Morgan Mowbray on all things Massanutten Resort aka “The Nutt”, the Mid-Atlantic’s premier four-season resort that includes an indoor/outdoor waterpark! Celebrating their 50th anniversary find out what fun stuff, events and discounts they have for you this year. Learn about the ongoing entertainment at Live at the Lodge. Discover some early 1875 historical facts of the original use of the property. Hear what’s new at “The Nutt” including upgrades coming in the ski area; the new slides and outdoor bar at the waterpark. Get helpful tips on getting tick...2022-02-0229 minVirginia Is For LaughersThe Escape Rooms & VR at Massanutten Resort {Ep 45}Join us for an upbeat and informative chat about the adventures and fun your crew can have at Massanutten Resort with staff members, Matt Ream and Morgan Mowbray. Hear about the very first Escape Room they had and learn more about the three they have now. Get a more detailed description of each one and find out which ones are more technology based. Listen to the #1 piece of advice they have for you to have the best experience that might surprise you. Hear stories about some of the funniest and strangest things they have seen groups do so far. Find...2022-01-2629 minVirginia Is For LaughersLaugher Spotlight! JMU & Second City Student Diana Witt {Ep 44}Join us for a fun upbeat chat and lots of laughs with Diana Witt, a JMU student who recently completed the fall semester studying comedy at The Second City in Chicago! An actress, storyteller, social media specialist and nationally recognized writer, hear what originally sparked Diana’s passion to write and perform comedy. Discover why she picked James Madison University. Listen to her experiences co-producing Zoom comedy shows featuring comedians like Jim Gaffigan and the funny moments that include a Zoom heckler. Discover the fun story about appearing on The Ellen Show. Get her take on the wisdom she gained an...2022-01-1939 minVirginia Is For LaughersThe Laugh Therapist: Comedian & War Vet Openly Talks About His PTSD {Ep 43}Join us for lots of laughs and a heartwarming authentic chat with The Laugh Therapist, Vernard Hines. Hear his story about the healing power of comedy battling his PTSD and how it saved his life. Listen to the realities and challenges his faces in life and how he adapts. Hear how he describes his comedy; what the audience can expect and how he channels the energy from his PTSD into his performances. Find out why he calls himself The Laugh Therapist and learn more about his mission to kill the stigma around mental illness. Listen to what a Certified Peer...2022-01-1257 minVirginia Is For LaughersLeaving Legacy with Joanne Gabbin: English Professor & Furious Flower Poetry Center {Ep 42}Listen to an awe inspiring and uplifting chat with Joanne Gabbin, the first black professor in the English Department at JMU with a building on campus recently named after her. Hear her rich stories that lead her to establish the nation’s first academic center for Black poetry and the changes she’s seen in her 36 years at James Madison University. Listen to the degree options available to her in the early 1960s and how her student path in journalism had lead to her first job. Hear the story about the JMU Honors program she directed that grew to almost 600 stud...2022-01-0558 minVirginia Is For LaughersKEYS to Reset: Mindset & Empowerment Coach Letitia Bates {Ep 41}Happy New Year Laughers! Anytime of year is a good time to reset your mindset so for you we have this upbeat inspirational episode filled with wisdom nuggets with Letitia Bates. Hear her story of how unhealed trauma lead her to becoming a Mindset & Empowerment Coach. Discover how she helps people transform to share their gifts, talents and abilities to achieve a higher level. Learn what the different levels of trauma that we all experience and what that looks like globally. Gain a better understanding of what the range of traumatic experiences are and how that affects the body. Find...2021-12-2942 minVirginia Is For LaughersRocktown Yarn at Agora Market: Gift Ideas, Classes & Much More! {Ep 40}Join us for a fun inspirational time filled with laughs chatting it up with Amy Strunk from Rocktown Yarn where they are building an inclusive community and where you can shop local for yourself, for gifts and more! Hear the story of how this cancer survivor found her way back to Harrisonburg and reconnected to her passion for the fiber arts. Find out about the biggest challenged she faced opening the shop and what she would have done differently. Discover what kinds of yarns they have available; the local suppliers they work with and the 2 live bunnies they have as th...2021-12-2253 minVirginia Is For LaughersChristmas In The Valley: Magical Drive Through Light Show {Ep 39}Join us for an upbeat fun chat to hear the story of Christmas In The Valley where you can enjoy a magical drive through light show at the Shenandoah County Fairgrounds. Learn what happens behind the scenes to create this 1.5 mile trail with over 40 Holiday scenes and light display where you can also tune into a radio station and watch the lights dance to the music! Find out how the buying process works for displays this size and what kinds of light scenes you can see on the trail. Hear what the biggest challenges were to put this light show...2021-12-2231 minVirginia Is For LaughersBrix & Columns Vineyards: Wine, Weddings, New Year’s & More! {Ep 38}Join us for an upbeat casual chat on the history and current happenings at Brix & Columns with Stephanie Pence. With Jeffersonian structures and spectacular panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, you can sip wine, enjoy events or book your dream wedding here! Hear the stories of their rich agriculture background that lead to the opening of this venue. Learn the inspiration behind the Jeffersonian structures and what key components are featured. Discover more about the indoor and outdoor options available for weddings and the skinny on the new Petite Wedding Packages that birthed out of the pandemic. Find out w...2021-12-1551 minVirginia Is For LaughersIntrovert Comedy with Paul Snyder {Ep 37}Join us for laughs and an easygoing entertaining chat with die-hard introvert and comedian, Paul Synder. Listen to how he got his start doing comedy. Find out how he addresses his low-energy after following high-energy comics during shows. Hear what his friends, family and co-workers reactions are to him doing stand up. Discover what he does for a day job that takes him traveling quite a bit to “undisclosed locations”. Learn what song he’d choose to enter stage on that’s hilarious! Listen to stories about scary bar shows he’s done and what he’s proud of doing so far. Hear...2021-12-0836 minVirginia Is For LaughersHealthy Holiday Entertaining Tips From Recipe Idea Shop: Lois & Don Crawford {Ep 36}Join us for delightfully fun chat to grab several amazing healthy holiday entertaining cooking tips and recipes from Lois and Don Crawford at The Recipe Idea Shop. It’s comfort food recipes with a healthy twist. Hear how Lois’ heart attack lead her on a journey of eating healthier and losing 40 pounds without going on a diet. Hear Don’s family stories of the cooks in his family that made food fun and shaped his love for cooking. Grab several great tips that make dinner get-togethers easier on working families and healthier with our new normal living with Covid. Get delici...2021-12-0158 minVirginia Is For LaughersSpecial Elf Games Edition with JMU’s New & Improv.’d! {Ep 35}Join us for a very fun and entertaining episode with Elf themed holiday improv and a chat with 9 students from JMU’s New & Improv.’d! Get to know them a little bit before the Elf games. Find out what character they would be in a Christmas movie and why. Discover how auditions work and traditions they have for new members. Hear how the transition went from the virtual shows last year with Covid back to live shows this fall with its challenges and triumphs. Find out about the creative shows they do and their collaboration with William & Mary. Then listen to t...2021-12-0141 minVirginia Is For LaughersSanta Claus Is Coming To Town! Interview with Mr & Mrs Claus {Ep 34}Join us for a super fun uplifting chat on all things North Pole with Mr. and Mrs. Claus! Find out why they chose the Shenandoah Valley as their second home. Learn what kind of cookie is Santa’s favorite and what he does when he comes across a home without a chimney. Find out what Mrs. Claus is up to when Santa is out of town. Learn how sleigh technology has changed over time; what happens when the sleigh breaks down and how you can track Santa’s travels in real time! Discover what Mrs. Claus does with all the lett...2021-11-2433 minVirginia Is For LaughersPrePOPsterous Gourmet Popcorn & Sodas: Online, In Store and Pop Ups! {Ep 33}Join us for a casual and inspiring chat with laughs. Listen to the story of PrePOPsterous Gourmet Popcorn & Sodas, a Virginia Living Made in Virginia Award Winner with Tisha McCoy-Ntiamoah. From living in the Midwest to JMU, hear how this Mom-preneur transitioned to doing her business full-time from a dream deferred and the lessons learned. Find out what’s in the North River Marketplace you can also see and enjoy! Discover how Covid affected her business; why they are nut free factory, the flavors available to you; how they come up with them and who does the taste tasting. Listen to...2021-11-1744 minVirginia Is For LaughersAndrew Wilson: From ACC Player to JMU Men’s Basketball Coach {Ep 32}Join us for a super fun sporty chat! Hear the story of how this ACC player birthed his coaching career from the adversity of two medical redshirts back to back in college. Find out how these trials and tribulations of season ending injuries have shaped his different perspective as a coach. Discover his answer to the question “What do you do all day?” Be entertained by the story of the best venue he’s played in as a player and which arena he had his career high of 21 points shooting seven 3 pointers! Learn about the harsh realities, joys and opportunities of coa...2021-11-1048 minVirginia Is For LaughersDryBar Comedians! Andy Beningo and Bill Boronkay {Ep 31}Join us for lots of laughs and a super fun chat with these hilarious comics, Andy Beningo and Bill Boronkay. Listen to how they each got their start in comedy and check out their numerous comedy credits! Some of these include Andy’s Drybar Comedy Special, "Adorable Tough Guy" that’s generated over 5 million views on social media. He’s also been named the 40 Best Up and Coming comedians in the country; tours with Frank Caliendo and performs on cruise lines. Bill’s a former TV Sportscaster with a web series, “The Fired Sports Guy” and tours Pennsylvania prisons (where he was heckle...2021-11-0357 minVirginia Is For LaughersOld Town Cidery: Winchester’s Hip Outdoor Tasting Room {Ep 30}Join us for a casual fun chat with folks that feel like family at Old Town Cidery aka the cider yard! Listen to their story with Kelly Kinsey, Tasting Room Manager; Stephen Kelly, Cider Maker; and David Glaize, Co-Owner. Since 1937, four generations of Glaizes have produced premium fruit harvests between the Blue Ridge and Allegheny Mountains. Learn about the apple growing industry; interesting facts about it and the pandemic pivot they made that ties their current location of the cider yard with their family heritage. Hear the story of the Cider Maker; learn about cider making and who does the t...2021-10-2756 minVirginia Is For LaughersFun Active Community Events: It’s VA Momentum’s Kevin Gibson! {Ep 29}Join us for a casual and upbeat chat with Kevin Gibson from VA Momentum, a social enterprise creating fun active community focused events done in person and virtual for all skill levels. Hear VA Momentum’s story that began with a JMU connection. Discover the participant value-adds they create that makes doing their events so fun! Don’t miss the highly entertaining story of the Mayor pardoning a live turkey. Then listen to how he and his business partner, Alan Maynard, ‘work things out’. Hear stories and inspirations behind their some of their super fun events such as the Growler Team Rela...2021-10-201h 04Virginia Is For LaughersConnie Peterson: Age Group World Class Triathlete & JMU Professor {Ep 28}Join us for an engaging and inspiring episode with Connie Peterson, an Age Group World Triathlon Triathlete; JMU Professor in Athletic Training and proud aunt of a Gold Medalist in the Olympics this year! Hear her story and be inspired to achieve a higher level of fitness. Learn more about the world of triathlons and what it’s like to compete at a World Class level. Discover the slogan that inspired her when working the Paralympic Games in Atlanta in 1996 that can inspire you. Be entertained by the weirdest and coolest thing that’s happened to her cycling on the rural...2021-10-131h 06
Hot Breath! (Learn Comedy from the Pros)The Easiest Way to Make Money in Comedy with Dawn Davis Womack - Comedy PodcastIf you want to take control of your career and start making money while getting stage time, this is the episode for you. Hot Breath! Pro Dawn Davis Womack consistently runs sold out shows in her region and came on the show to tell you exactly how she does it. We are a for comics by comics platform designed to help you level up in a positive and supportive community. The more comics create their own success, the more success we all get as members of the comedy industry. Listen to this and take your comedy to the next...2021-10-1142 minVirginia Is For LaughersRyan Clark: DJ & Multi-Dimensional Music Creative {Ep 27}Join us for an upbeat and enlightening episode with music creative Ryan Clark Slocum. Listen to Ryan’s story that started with creating music using his parents’ basement using their old records to becoming the DJ Multidimensional Artist he is today having performed at over 550 events! Listen to his philosophy on one’s creative potential, his takeaways from doing the 'Tools of War Park Jams' in NYC that helped shaped his career and more. Discover recent technology innovations in music happening today that may surprise you along with current trends with the way fans and artists are collaborating now. Listen to his...2021-10-0654 minVirginia Is For LaughersFeatured Comedian & Combat Vet: Dewayne White {Ep 26}Join us for an upbeat chat with the hilarious, Dewayne White. Listen to the story of how this DC Combat Veteran transitioned to stand up comedy through the Armed Services Arts Partnership Comedy Bootcamp. Hear his insights on what it’s like teaching the Comedy Bootcamp now. Find out more about the DC comedy scene. Listen to his take and process as comic that works blue on making the shift writing and performing clean comedy. Learn about the experiences and benefits he discovered during the pandemic doing Zoom Comedy shows. Hear a 4th of July parade story that lead to pr...2021-09-2949 minVirginia Is For LaughersFeatured Comedian: Phillip Page {Ep 25}Join us for laughs chatting about comedy and life with Comedian Phillip Page, based out of DC. Hear the life path that led him to stand up comedy. Listen to his take on clean comedy as a comic that also works blue. Hear a heartfelt impromptu sharing of vulnerable moments from his own past that made his recent performance and participation in a ‘Unity In The Community Event’ more impactful. Find out what his comedy material is about along with the best bit he’s ever written and why. Learn how the experience of producing several Zoom Comedy shows over the pa...2021-09-2932 minVirginia Is For LaughersCourt Square Theater with J.P. Gulla! {Ep 24}Join us for a fun and informative episode with JP Gulla, the new Managing Director of Court Square Theater in downtown Harrisonburg. Hear JP’s story about his performance and business background that lead to him to overseeing the 260 seat theater featuring films, film festivals, live performances, Valley Playhouse Community Theater productions, community events and more! Learn about the new safety measures, upgrades and find out upcoming events. Get JP’s take on the universal language of communication and his roles in the upcoming Valley Playhouse production. Hear JP’s vision and how you can perhaps be a part with your i...2021-09-2248 minVirginia Is For LaughersThis Week’s Featured Comedians! Patrick DiMarchi, Paige Campbell and David Beck {Ep 23}Join us for a fun, entertaining and interesting episode filled with short stories from these hilarious comedians all based out of Virginia. Patrick was born and raised in the Shenandoah Valley. Paige is a X2 fan fav and has done several shows for us. David Beck has been doing stand up 27 years starting as a road comic in 1994! Listen to how they got started in stand up. Learn what motivates Patrick to learn 5 languages; how Paige’s comedy inspires the cartoons he draws and what experiences David had performing stand up for our military in Japan and South Korea. Find ou...2021-09-151h 19Virginia Is For LaughersThis Week’s Featured Comedians! Leslie Rob, Lamont Ferguson and Wendy Lee aka QuietStorm {Ep 22}Join us for laughs and good times talking comedy and life with these hilarious comedians all based out of Virginia! Hear their stories of how they each got started in stand up comedy. Discover how Leslie’s experience as a schoolteacher influences her comedy; what brought Lamont, a Detroit native, to Virginia and how Wendy got her nickname QuietStorm. Listen to Leslie speak on her experience as a cartoon voice actor for a movie; Lamont’s tips from working with prominent national acts and tune in to Wendy’s funny story about her favorite relatable church character she portrays and more...2021-09-0859 minVirginia Is For LaughersRapper Keano “KEYNOTE” Illidge {Ep 21}Join us for laughs and the “hippest” chat to date on this podcast! Listen to local hip hop artist “KEYNOTE” known as “your girlfriend’s favorite rapper” tell his story on becoming a hip hop artist. Hear how relocating from DC to Harrisonburg helped boost his music career; our connection to another local rapper, Grayling Skyy; and what famous 1940s-50s Big Band artist has a huge influence on his music! Discover what he has to blast on his car radio with the windows down and what his creative process is like. Hear a shout out to his manager, Chris Phillips, who d...2021-09-0128 minVirginia Is For LaughersBrandy Talks: Q101 Radio DJ & Musician {Ep 20}Join us for a fun and engaging chat with this local celebrity, Brandy, a Q101 Radio DJ & Musician! Hear her story and the journey that brought her to the Valley. Get an entertaining behind the scenes look at how the day starts for this morning show DJ. Find out more about the ins and outs of what it’s like to work in radio. Learn how music is selected for the station and what’s trending in the future for radio industry. Listen to what music she likes to listen to and play plus what music she’s not a fan of...2021-08-2547 minVirginia Is For LaughersAlpacas! Walk One At Point of View Alpaca Farm {Ep 19}Join us for a fun convo about Alpacas with Dave & Teri Grembi from Point of View Alpaca Farm in Mount Sidney, VA! Hear the story of their Alpaca farm and how you can walk one to unplug amidst stunning views of the Shenandoah Valley. Learn the difference between Alpacas and Llamas. Get a history lesson on the Alpacas’ migration to the U.S. Find out about how much they eat; how many babies they have at one time; how being music fans of the Beatles influenced their Alpaca’s names and more. Plus, Teri’s does an Alpaca noise impression! Listen...2021-08-1840 minVirginia Is For LaughersThis Week’s Featured Comedians! Nikkie Knowles & PT Bratton {Ep 18}Join us for laughs and an uplifting conversation with comedians Nikkie Knowles, a military wife and mother of 5 boys and PT Bratton, a Pastor- Turned-Comedian and military vet. Listen to their stories of how they each got started in comedy and find which boot camp they both attended. Hear how PT’s military experiences impacted his comedy material and what performing at the White House was like. Find out how Nikkie’s family deals with her comedy and how they inspired her self-care IGTV video blog. Get PT’s take on how he sees his spiritual service in comedy and find o...2021-08-1144 minVirginia Is For LaughersCrossKeys Vineyards: Wine & Vine with Babak Bakhtiar {Ep 17}Join us for a fun upbeat conversation as we chat about wines, vines and more with Babak Bakhtiar from CrossKeys Vineyards. Hear the story of the vineyard and how civil war history inspired the name. Learn what types of wine grapes grow better in Virginia; what canopy management is; how their vines are harvested and more! Find out what a Winemaker does and the processes involved in making a sweet wine versus a dry one. Listen to what wines are Babak and Dawn’s favorites then get the details on their tasting room; Key Club Member benefits and what couples ca...2021-08-0425 minVirginia Is For LaughersAward Winning Comedians: Winston Hodges & Joel Byars {Ep 16}Join X2 Fan Favorite Winston Hodges (DC) and Headliner Joel Byars (Atlanta, GA) both podcasters and award winning comedians for an engaging and funny conversation on all things comedy! Hear their stories on how they got started and how during Covid Winston made a shift to do comedy full-time while Joel started an online comedy writing club that inspired new comics all over the globe to give stand up a try. Listen as they discuss their writing process and share the biggest comedy influences on their careers. Find out what their answer is to, “Can anyone learn to be funny?” and w...2021-07-2858 minVirginia Is For LaughersAll Things Hemp & CBD at Pure Shenandoah: Brothers Jake & Tanner Johnson {Ep 15}For a dose of goodness, for a lifetime of wellness join us for chill and engaging chat with brothers Jake & Tanner Johnson from Pure Shenandoah. A CBD product distributor, they are the first company in the state to be accepted into the Virginia's Finest™ trademark program and source all of its hemp from farmers in the Commonwealth. Find out the difference between hemp and marijuana. Hear how they applied the lessons learned from being raised in a big family; their entrepreneurial mom and being quarterbacks for their high school football team influenced the business team they are building now. Both JM...2021-07-2137 minVirginia Is For LaughersRestless Moons Brewing with Brewer Jeff Moon! {Ep 14}Join us for a chill and interesting chat about beer with Jeff Moon. Hear the story of how this economist for the federal government went from a home brew kit to a brewery owner. Find out the meaning of behind the brewery’s name and what his one and half year old son, Oliver, does with the taster glasses. Jeff is both a brewer and brewery owner. Learn what the determining factor is to be one or the other. Find out what excites him the most about making beer; how often they change taps and what pace they put out new...2021-07-1427 minVirginia Is For LaughersProphett & Garst: Band Duo out of Elkton! {Ep 13}Join us for a candid upbeat chat on all things music with singer, songwriter Jeremiah Prophett on harmonica and Ryan Garst, writer, performer, producer and teacher on lead guitar. Listen to stories on how they became a band, found their musical talents and how Ryan figured out his new baby boy’s favorite band. Find out how a spring break determined the fate of Jeremiah’s saxophone; the story behind his harnessed harmonica and the inspiration behind their original song “Rebel On” featured on The Virginia Dreams Show. Hear more about Ryan’s time in Tennessee and the coolest part about playi...2021-07-0746 minVirginia Is For LaughersAll the Way from LA! Comedian Jared Kassebaum {Ep 12}Join us for a fun and interesting interview with comedian Jared Kassebaum, a “midwest boy in Los Angeles”. After losing a best friend to suicide, Jared makes a pivot in his original life plans. Listen to stories from this once Physics Major at Purdue University on his journey to becoming a comedian. Hear about the house party tricks his Biochemist dad taught him to do as a kid and how a podcast interview with Sinbad while mowing his parents’ yard gave him an epiphany. Hear about his chance encounter with James Dunn, Director of Guardians of the Galaxy, to share their fa...2021-07-0737 minVirginia Is For LaughersComedian Panel with Newlywed Game of Sorts {Ep 11}Join us this fun panel of two married comedian couples and a newly engaged comedian who don’t take them selves too seriously. Hear the range of stories about the first time they ever performed stand up and be entertained by how their friends and family reacted to their comedy. Find out which comics they admire most and who got the abdominal workout from a George Carlin concert. Hear comments on their favorite bits they’ve ever heard and a grammar joke! Get some recommendations on comedians to listen in the US and abroad that may be new to you and...2021-06-301h 00Virginia Is For LaughersStephanie Walker: Fitness & Nutrition Guru {Ep 10}Join us for some laughs-pirations in this the lively chat with Stephanie Walker. Hear how overcoming her own weight loss struggles lead to her helping countless others. Don’t miss this Certified Health Coach, Sports Nutritionist, Kids Nutrition Specialist, Educator, CrossFit Coach, Blogger, Author & Multi-Gym Owner’s take on why American people are becoming bigger instead of smaller and more disease ridden instead of healthier. It includes a few nutrition tips for you. Plus find out more about her upcoming Bootcamp & Brew Summer Tour you can do at breweries & a Cidery here in the Valley! And you’ll want to be sure...2021-06-2335 minVirginia Is For LaughersBon appétit with Chef Jordan! {Ep 9}Can’t get enough of mouthwatering food?! Then join us for a lively and engaging conversation with Chef Jordan from Twiced Baked Provisions, private chef services in the Shenandoah Valley. Hear his fun story about spending the summers in Virginia learning to cook from his Grandma with her casual style and creative culinary talents. Find out how National Culinary Competitions compare to shows like Top Chef or Chops or what ingredient he can’t do without or how chefs treat their moms in the chef community. You just may want your kid to be a chef or have them change their...2021-06-1648 minVirginia Is For LaughersVS.: A trio band out of Staunton {Ep 8}Join our fun conversation on music with this very talented trio in singer songwriter Valerie McQueen, Sera Petras of the Findells and October Thomas from VS. They talk about their creative process of mixing harmonies and acoustic guitars for their original songs; how they got their start in music and biggest musical influences. Find out how they feel about doing Karaoke and the craziest thing that has ever happened to them performing live. Join us for the “Zen” moment on the joy of living in the present and hear the best advice they’ve ever been given for a great life ti...2021-06-0948 minVirginia Is For LaughersComic Roundtable: Cornbread the Comic, Mike Moran & Christopher Cantrell {Ep 7}Join us for laughs and most memorable moments in comedy with comedians Cornbread the Comic (Waynesboro), Mike Moran (Baltimore) and Christopher Cantrell (Richmond). Listen to a fun Ron White story, how they got their start in comedy and more! Hear their unique sense of humor on what they do when people say, “Tell me a joke”. For an added bonus, tune in to hear Cornbread’s tips from self-marketing to what stock to buy. Plus, find out how you can perhaps get your start in comedy at a local open mic that one of these comedians hosts in this fun you won...2021-06-0200 minVirginia Is For Laughers1 Tribe Farm: Farm Goods, Events, Lodging & More! {Ep 6}Join us for a fun chat with Stacy Rae & Chris from 1 Tribe Farm. They share their wellness journey and experiences of raising animals and promoting sustainability in the community with their blended family. Learn about their clean and transparent food system offering you fresh grass fed beef, pork, chicken, eggs, honey products and the meaning of integrated health on the land. Find out about their classes and events including the NEW Outdoor Summer Fun Series plus unique serene lodging options & more. All in Mount Sidney just 20 minutes south of Harrisonburg!
To buy their farm goods, get tickets to events & m...2021-05-2629 minVirginia Is For LaughersWorld Leader Double Amputee: Ken Rutherford {Ep 5}Join us to hear how Ken went from college football player to double amputee leading to his work with Princess Diana to help rid the world of landmines and his work at JMU. He and his wife, Kim, have been on Oprah and their love story featured in Reader’s Digest. They have four kids with their youngest, Lucy, at UVA; Duncan (JMU grad); Campbell (VMI grad) and Hayden (Colorado School of Mines grad) and be sure to listen to what Ken’s three son’s playfully think about his fatherhood;-) Once JMU's former Director of the Center for Intern...2021-05-1928 minVirginia Is For LaughersIt's Part Interview, Part Show: X2 Celebrates 3 Years! {Ep 4}Join New & Improv.’d, JMU's longest running improv troupe, today to celebrate X2 Comedy’s 3-year anniversary! X2 Comedy did their first show with them. It's a special part interview, part show episode featuring these amazing, fun and talented students. They talk about what Superhero they would be and why; how the pandemic has been for them and their troupe; what they learned; how they adapted and more! Then be sure to stay tuned for the show part for more laughs and fun. Listen to them play Radio Game; Press Conference and Love Infection that comes with an Arnold Schwarzenegger impe...2021-05-1255 minVirginia Is For LaughersMeet Your Line Up: Travis & Bennie {Ep 3}Join us for good times and transparent moments with comedians Travis Spencer and Bennie Blonkoe Perry. Listen to how they got into comedy, their comedy styles and don’t miss out on Bennie’s Dave Chappelle impersonation! These blue comedians share what’s it’s like to do clean comedy, talk about life during Covid and tell a couple bomb stories. We also had a tender impromptu prayer for Travis’ mom, Thelma Spencer, who was in the hospital. We dedicate this episode to her. Since this recording she has passed away. We honor her life. Rest in peace, Thelma.
Watch Travis...2021-05-0552 minVirginia Is For LaughersPhillip Fusaro: Friendly City Dance Room {Ep 2}Meet Phillip and join us to listen to this young entrepreneur’s story that began at age 9. Find out what lead to the vision and opening of Friendly City Dance Room on Court Square in Harrisonburg. Hear about pivots made during Covid-19 and get the inside scoop on a true story connection with X2! It’ll confirm without a doubt that you don’t even know how to dance to pick up some fun new dance moves with Phillip and his crew. Find out what all the dance room can offer you and learn more about the upcoming monthly Comedy & Kizomb...2021-04-2824 minVirginia Is For LaughersLandon Turner: Valley to NFL & Beyond {Ep 1}Landon Turner joins us today. This Shenandoah Valley 4 star recruit and ESPN Top 150 player with D1 offers from all over the country played for UNC Chapel Hill and started his NFL career with the New Orleans Saints. He's also the son of this podcast host! Check out their playful chemistry as Landon shares stories from youth football to the NFL and beyond. Find out how sharing his pet peeve of airplane emergency rows ultimately landed him a job in his new career as a software engineer. Hear what it’s like for him to have a comedian for a mom an...2021-04-2154 minVirginia Is For LaughersWhat is this podcast? {Ep 0}Looking for things to do in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia besides hiking? Love to laugh and hear people’s stories? Then this is the podcast for you. Join Comedian Dawn Davis Womack also known as your happy hour BFF. Listen to her ‘first steps in facing her fears’ story that lead to launching X2 Comedy in the Valley 3 years ago. She’ll share her hiking misadventures; announce the first 2 guests; when episodes will drop and how you can be a part of building X2 Comedy history and the Virginia Is For Laughers podcast. Cheers!
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the Fear of Dawn ShowFear of Dawn presents Hugos Saturdays #2Every saturday we host Hugos Saturdays and play music we love! These mixes are a taste of what we offer:
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Track List:
1. Amine Edge - Yeah
2. Nora En Pure - Lost in Time
3. Faul feat. Wad Ad vs PNAU - Changes
4. Mike Dunn, MD X-Press - God Made Me Phunky
5. Amine Edge, Dance - Rack City Bitch
6. Lana Del Rey - Summertime Sadness (MK Feel it in The Air Remix)
7. 2pac - Do For Love (Marlon Hoffstadt...2013-12-121h 37