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Mental Illness Happy Hour#780 Best Of - Janet Varney (Our Very 1st Ep)The very first MIHH ep ever which originally aired in March of 2011.. Paul interviews his Dinner and a Movie co-host Janet Varney (@theJVClub) about her battles with anxiety, depression food and panic attacks. Listen as one people-pleaser interviews another! Enjoy Janet parrying a compliment coming her way! En grade! More about Janetwww.JanetVarney.comIG and Threads @TheJVClubTikTok @Janet.VarneySketchfest https://sfsketchfest2026.sched.com/This episode is sponsored by AlmaVisit helloalma.com/happyhour to schedule a fre...
2025-12-2658 min
No Skip ChristmasPaul F Tompkins and Janet VarneyPaul F Tompkins and Janet Varney swap Christmas songs with Arnie. Songs from T Rex, John Prine, the Everly Brothers and more. Also a Christmas mystery from Janet.Creator and Host: Arnie Niekamp Follow him on Bluesky or Instagram or send an Email the show at noskipchristmas@gmail.comGuests:Paul F TompkinsMore info on seeing Paul live with Varietopia and other shows: http://paulftompkins.com/liveJanet VarneyGet more info on SF Sketchfest 2026: SF Sketchfest - The San Francisco Comedy...
2025-12-161h 06
E Pluribus MottoEpisode 15: New Mexico - “Crescit eundo”Janet Varney and John Hodgman are ready to talk all about “The land of enchantment”: New Mexico! Or as the locals call it, “The land of entrapment.”Even if you know nothing about New Mexico, the one thing you’ll immediately recognize is its absolutely gorgeous state flag. But did you know that prior to its current flag, it also had one of the worst flags we’ve seen yet?That’s just one other story we’ll hear today, including some stunning hot air balloon commentary, some scary insect stories, and so much more.And hey, ha...
2025-09-021h 37
Gumshoes & Dragons#3: Double Trouble w/ Janet VarneyHey, we are back and still doing the show! This week we are going to a circus and we have a real clown on the show: JPC. We also have a great guest who is NOT a clown at all. She's a wonderful human being named Janet Varney. Hope you enjoy and, if you do, leave us a 5 star review. If you don't enjoy, still leave us a 5 star review but you can be all sarcastic about it. Oh, and check out our first behind the scenes episode which is out now on our Patreon! The first e...
2025-09-011h 20
More Like Ancient FAILiensDeadly Cults with Janet Varney: Part 2Did you know there’s a computer intelligence named Spectra that orbits the Earth and communicates telepathically with Uri Geller? Well, we’re pretty sure there isn’t, and even less sure that it qualifies as a deadly cult, but we aren’t credentialed Ancient Astronaut Theorists, so take it with a grain of salt… Janet Varney is back with Brandon and Toby for part 2 of Deadly Cults. Plus, Thuggees, mummies in the Andes and the God Helmet!
For more about Janet Varney, visit: https://janetvarney.com/
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2025-08-2936 minMore Like Ancient FAILiensDeadly Cults with Janet Varney: Part 1Was Snoopy a trickster god? And if so…who besides Brandon is part of the cult? We discuss this pressing question and so much more when Janet Varney returns to More Like Ancient Fail-iens to discuss the episode “Aliens and Deadly Cults.” We talk about whether highly evolved beings have sexual traits, Caligula as an early PhotoShopper and whether dog leashes are alien tech. Also, the Son of Sam, the Brotherhood of the Snake and gratuitous Charles Manson photos. AND THIS IS JUST PART 1!
For more about Janet Varney, visit: https://janetvarney.com/
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2025-08-2238 min
Sleeping with CelebritiesMeet Your Nocturnal Animal Friends with Janet VarneyYou know Janet Varney from her starring roles in You’re the Worst and The Legend of Korra and from hosting two Maximum Fun podcasts, The JV Club and E Pluribus Motto, which she co-hosts with John Hodgman and which just launched its second season. But to the critters of the night, Janet is simply a friend, a liaison between themselves and all the diurnal humans. She talks about many nocturnal animals she encounters or nearly encounters around her Los Angeles home, including coyotes, possums, raccoons, and skunks, who, when they’re all out of stink spray, will pound their paws...
2025-07-1646 min
See Jurassic Right with Steven Ray MorrisPark Experts 144 - Janet Varney (The Legend of Korra, The JV Club, E Pluribus Motto)On today’s See Jurassic Right, the Legend of Korra herself, Janet Varney (The JV Club, E Pluribus Motto), is here to chat about our complicated and intimate relationship with nostalgia, what was on our childhood bedroom walls, the importance of fostering safe community spaces, we take a look at all the State Dinosaurs, and so much more! Follow Janet: https://www.instagram.com/thejvclub/?hl=enhttps://www.tiktok.com/@janet.varney?lang=en https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/e-pluribus-motto/ https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/the-jv-club-with-janet-varney/https://podcas...
2025-07-071h 12
Monsters, Madness and MagicEP#288: Legend of the Avatar - An Interview with Janet VarneyJoin Justin as he chats with actor and comedian Janet Varney about improv, hosting Dinner and a Movie, voicing Korra, faking her relation to Jim Varney, and more!Janet Varney bio:“Janet Varney (born February 16, 1976) is an American actress, comedian, writer and producer. She is known for voicing the character of Korra in the Nickelodeon animated television series The Legend of Korra, co-starring as Sheriff Evie Barret in the television series Stan Against Evil, and a recurring role as Becca Barbara in You're the Worst.Varney has hosted The JV Club podcast since 2012 an...
2024-11-201h 02
Hey Riddle Riddle#329: New Old Man Puzzles w/ Janet Varney & Paul SabourinOk now THIS is a party! Janet Varney and Paul Sabourin join us this week to talk about the JOCO cruise. This is Janet’s first time ever as Old Man Puzzles and she kills it. Go show our fourth host some love! Starring:Adal RifaiJohn Patrick CoanErin KeifGuest Starring:Janet Varney Paul SabourinEditing by: Casey ToneyTheme by: Arne ParrottLogo by: Emily Kardamis & Emmaline MorrisWant more...
2024-11-061h 01
The JV Club with Janet VarneyE Pluribus Motto - A New Podcast from Janet Varney and John HodgmanJanet Varney has a new podcast with John Hodgman! Every episode they'll showcase a new state and explore its iconography-- especially it's often complicated, pretentious and latin motto.Their first stop on their tour of every state, commonwealth and territory in the United States is Connecticut. Why Connecticut first? They’ll explain.Hear more about its legendary rich, sandy loam, the grape-filled seal, and its many attempts to create a state motto that sticks.Plus, Janet speaks with Amy Holden Jones, creator of the film Mystic Pizza. Amy will tell us about how he...
2024-10-171h 01
Free With AdsThe Faculty, with Janet VarneyOn this week's Hallo-Peen episode of Free With Ads, we invited comedian Janet Varney (The JV Club) to talk about the high school sci-fi horror film The Faculty, starring Josh Hartnett, Elijah Wood, Clea DuVall, and Jon Stewart! Check out Janet's podcast The JV Club and also her new podcast E. Pluribus Motto with Janet Varney and John Hodgman.Visit Emily's ETSY store right now and buy some stuff! Great for holiday shopping!Jordan, Emily, and Matt did an AMA livestream on YouTube, so if you missed it you can watch it right h...
2024-10-151h 08Hey Riddle Riddle#315: Daisy in the Naisy w/Paul F. Tompkins and Janet VarneyThis is not a drill! Our LA episodes are starting! Paul F. Tompkins is here along with our fourth host Janet Varney. We are out of our minds with glee!Starring:Adal RifaiJohn Patrick CoanErin KeifGuest Starring:Janet VarneyPaul F. Tompkins Editing by: Casey ToneyTheme by: Arne ParrottLogo by: Emily Kardamis & Emmaline MorrisWant more? Get Weekly Bonus Eps on Patreon!JPC's Guided Meditat...
2024-07-311h 05
Alison Rosen Is Your New Best FriendJanet Varney (Encore)After last week's group show with Janet Varney we needed to go back and revisit one of her early appearances (from May 6, 2012) because, as a listener said, her voice is like a warm hug! Original description: Janet Varney, comedian, actor, voice over actor, producer, writer and host of The JV Club podcast stopped by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to chat about why “real life” can feel like high school, Mormon summer camp, “borrowing” garments from the drama department, high school crushes, dancing and mirror faces and a zillion more things. We also did a...
2024-07-151h 32
Big Game HungerJanet Varney makes Eats Beats Groove Janet Varney, host of The JV Club and Braving the Elements, has some firm thoughts about argula that she wants to share, provoked by the prompts: wacky, fast-food tie-in, touch-based rhythm game After some discussion about drumming and fast food griddle work, she and Jenna settle on a game about composing both the perfect sandwich, and the perfect song. Neither is as easy as it seems, but it will at least be fun in this music-looping, food-sampling rhythm game! Listen to The JV Club with Janet Varney (if you don't already!), and to Avatar: Braving t...
2024-05-1351 min
I Was There TooCatwoman with Janet VarneyActress and improviser Janet Varney joins Matt to discuss her role as Party Girl in the 2004 superhero film Catwoman. Janet tells us whether shooting party scenes are as bad as being at a party with people you dont know, crying on the drive home at 5am, and running into someone from her childhood on set. Plus, we hear how Janet had to pretend to be invisible for a pre-read for the role of Invisible Woman in Fantastic Four.This episode is brought to you by Audible (www.audible.com/WASTHERE) and Mindshow (www.mindshow.com). Hosted on...
2024-04-1643 min
Maximum Film!Episode 337: 'Lisa Frankenstein' with Janet VarneyToday's movie takes on the guise of a weird '80s teen comedy, then adds in some supernatural phenomena and some axes. So we consult THE JV CLUB's Janet Varney on the peculiarities of Lisa's high school experience, and then make up some Monster Mash-up movies of our own.What’s GoodAlonso - RO-TEL DipJanet - Mochi Muffins from Third Culture BakeryDrea - Chocolate-dipped TwinkiesITIDICThe Oscars Are Adding a New Category: Best Casting2023 Sundance Darling FANCY DANCE Finally Finds a HomeCrunchyroll Merges with Funimation…Now Funimation Digi...
2024-02-161h 02
The JV Club with Janet VarneyJV on Maximum FilmToday's movie takes on the guise of a weird '80s teen comedy, then adds in some supernatural phenomena and some axes. So we consult THE JV CLUB's Janet Varney on the peculiarities of Lisa's high school experience, and then make up some Monster Mash-up movies of our own.What’s GoodAlonso - RO-TEL DipJanet - Mochi Muffins from Third Culture BakeryDrea - Chocolate-dipped TwinkiesITIDICThe Oscars Are Adding a New Category: Best Casting2023 Sundance Darling FANCY DANCE Finally Finds a HomeCrunchyroll Merges with Funimation…Now Funimation Digital Downloads Will...
2024-02-161h 02
Faux RealJanet Varney (Re-Release)In this flashback episode from 2017, Janet Varney (Legend of Korra, You're the Worst) joins me to gab about podcasting, improv, our awesome dogs, reads an except of everyone's favorite demented children's book Tiny Tim, we play Doctor's Orders, and generally goof off! Woot! Follow Janet Varney across social Listen to The JV Club podcast Engineer: Cody Ziglar Games Producer Libby Ward Support on Patreon! Instagram @FauxRealPod Twitter @FauxRealPod Facebook @FauxRealPod Logo design by Chris Michaud Excerpt read from Tiny Tim...
2024-01-2950 min
Vocal ArtsJanet Varney: The Legend of KorraJanet Varney is an Emmy-Nominated actor, comedian, writer and producer. She can be heard as the voice of Korra on "The Legend of Korra” on Netflix, where she can also be seen as Summer in the comedy series “Country Comfort." On HULU, she fights dark forces starring opposite John C. McGinley on "Stan Against Evil" and appears as Becca on FXX’s "You’re the Worst.” She also created, wrote, produced and starred in the critically-acclaimed IFC online series "Fortune Rookie.” And as of this summer, you can also catch her recurring on Apple TV+’s “Platonic” opposite Seth Rogen and Rose Byr...
2023-11-221h 09Hey Riddle Riddle#276: Rayzle Dayzle from Bayzle w/ Janet VarneyWe hope you’re ready for some fall flavored listener submitted riddles with our fourth host, Janet Varney. We’ve got it all this episode- An undercover agent posing as a surfer, a high stakes poker game, and Erin kills a mosquito mid episode! What a hoot!Starring:Adal RifaiJohn Patrick CoanErin KeifGuest Starring:Janet VarneyEditing by: Casey ToneyTheme by: Arne ParrottLogo by: Emily Kardamis & Emmaline MorrisWant more...
2023-11-011h 02
Tights and FightsEp. 367: Bryan Danielson w/ Janet VarneyIf you want to hear another conversation with Janet Varney about wrestling, go to Maximumfun.org/join and become a MaxFun Member for as little as $5 a month. You’ll get to hear that and hundreds of other episodes from MaxFun shows as part of the Bonus Content feed!This week, we are joined by Janet Varney from the amazing MaxFun podcast The JV Club with Janet Varney. She’s not a longtime wrestling fan, but she did learn a lot about Bryan Danielson/Daniel Bryan for our conversation. Danielson announced that he intends to wind...
2023-09-161h 00
The CrazyFitnessGuy® Show | Bold Moves, Unique Minds—Autism and Wellness RedefinedNickelodeon's Avatar: Exploring Janet Varney's Acting Career and the Art of Character Embodiment as KorraEver wondered what it takes to bring a beloved Nickelodeon character to life? In this inspiring episode, we dive deep into the acting career of Janet Varney, the talented woman behind the voice of Korra from Nickelodeon's The Legend of Korra. Discover how Janet approaches character embodiment, what it means to truly become the Avatar, and how her journey in acting has shaped her both personally and professionally. Join us as Janet shares behind-the-scenes stories from her diverse acting career—including her guest appearance on Bones, her funniest comicon moments, and even her favorite food! Whether you're a fan of...
2023-06-0154 minHey Riddle Riddle#253: Are Grandmas Lisas? w/ Janet Varney4th host of the show Janet Varney drops by to wow us all with her excellent impressions. And you can check her out starting today on Platonic on AppleTV. Also, if you liked today's voicemail drop, check out Chris Finke's YouTube channel to see his other amazing drops.
Starring:
Adal Rifai
John Patrick Coan
Erin Keif
Special Guest
Janet Varney
Editing by:
Casey Toney
Theme by:
Arne Parrott
Logo by:
Emily Kardamis & Emmaline Morris...
2023-05-241h 05
Spirits: Mythology, Legends, & FolkloreScience is Haunted | Your Urban Legends 78 w/ Janet VarneyWe hear about Amanda’s bathroom ghost, how all science laboratories are haunted, and cars are just horses and that’s why it works better for some people compared to others. Content Warning: This episode contains conversations about or mentions of heart attacks, death, implied child death, clowns, body horror, and child endangerment. GuestJanet Varney is an Emmy-Nominated actor, comedian, writer and producer. Her podcast on the Max Fun network, The JV Club with Janet Varney, has been going since 2012 and features almost 400 interviews with celebrities about their awkward teenag...
2023-05-171h 04Maximum Film!Episode 297: 'Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret.' with Janet VarneyOver 50 years ago, Judy Blume wrote a classic coming-of-age novel about a nice girl who was simultaneously facing a move to New Jersey, sixth grade, puberty, and questions about God and religion. They say good things come to those who wait…the multi-hyphenate host of The JV Club, Janet Varney, joins us to weigh in on if this adaptation was one of those things. Plus, a lot of good and informative strike talk, and a few more ideas for childhood classics to adapt. What’s GoodDrea - A View of the World from Fifth AvenueJ...
2023-05-121h 09
Arroe Collins Pod-CrashingPod Crashing Episode 196 Janet Varney and Dante Basco Avatar More Of The ElementsPod Crashing Episode 196 With Janet Varney And Dante Basco From Nickelodeon’s Avatar The Last Airbender Janet Varney is an Emmy-Nominated actor, comedian, writer and producer. In the animation world, she's the award-winning voice of Korra on Nickelodeon's (now on Netflix) The Legend of Korra. On Hulu, she can be seen fighting dark forces opposite John C. McGinley in Stan Against Evil and as the entitled Becca on FXX's You're the Worst. She also created, wrote, produced and starred in the critically-acclaimed IFC online series Fortune Rookie. For the past 8 years, JV has hosted her podcast The JV Club with Ja...
2023-03-0817 min
SitcomD&DS2 E20: Purple Peripetals (w/ Janet Varney)Coral (Janet Varney) loves her life in Costanza Cove. She will have to adventure away from home to save her beloved father with the help of some new friends. Will she be able to save her father AND follow her heart? Or will the tide take her away from the ones she loves?
Starring: Erin Keif, Waleed Mansour, Elizabeth Andrews, Sean Coyle, and Ben Briggs
Guest Star: Janet Varney
Appearance by: Hailey Palmer
Theme Song by: Arne Parrott
Artwork by: Waleed Mansour
Story Concept by: Erin Keif
2022-12-271h 11
Coming Out PodEpisode 219: Janet VarneySurprise! We're dropping this week's episode a day early because IT'S NATIONAL COMING OUT DAY, Y'ALL! And we're celebrating in a big way with none other than actor Janet Varney, who voices bicon Korra on The Legend of Korra! Janet was never "in" the closet ("The first kisses I ever had were with girls, and that never stopped"), so she found it confusing when the internet informed her that she had "come out." She discusses the eye-opening experience she had doing a comic-con in a not-so-queer-friendly part of the country, and shares how she put all the *complicated female friendship...
2022-10-111h 04
I Am Refocused RadioJANET VARNEY & DANTE BASCO of Nickelodeon's AVATAR: THE LAST AIRBENDER & hosts of AVATAR podcastJANET VARNEY BIOJanet Varney is an Emmy-Nominated actor, comedian, writer and producer. In the animation world, she's the award-winning voice of Korra on Nickelodeon's (now on Netflix) The Legend of Korra. On Hulu, she can be seen fighting dark forces opposite John C. McGinley in Stan Against Evil and as the entitled Becca on FXX's You're the Worst. She also created, wrote, produced and starred in the critically-acclaimed IFC online series Fortune Rookie. For the past 8 years, JV has hosted her podcast The JV Club with Janet Varney, where she interviews celebrities about their awkward teenage years...
2022-09-0806 minHey Riddle Riddle#200: John Travolta's Half Birthday w/ Janet VarneyWell, what the heck? 200 episodes....of a RIDDLE podcast!? How? WHY?! Thank goodness our fourth cohost Janet Varney is here to help us emotionally process this, play some games, and get some sobering feedback from our listeners.
Starring:
Adal Rifai
John Patrick Coan
Erin Keif
Special Guest:
Janet Varney
Editing by:
Casey Toney
Theme by:
Arne Parrott
Logo by:
Emily Kardamis & Emmaline Morris
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2022-05-181h 17
Feeling SeenJanet Varney on ‘Heavenly Creatures’When MaxFun’s own Janet Varney saw Peter Jackson’s HEAVENLY CREATURES as a teen, she didn’t let the movie’s whole matricide thing keep her from feeling seen. The daydreamy, obsessive devotion of a young Kate Winslet and a young Melanie Lynskey for one another was what really stood out. She and Jordan unpack all of that, plus talk about queer murderers in film, the “danger” of women alone together, the importance of valuing teenage feelings, and much more!Then, Jordan has one quick thing about Peter Jackson’s (other) early work!It’s the final days...
2022-05-0552 minHey Riddle Riddle#178: … and Whatnot w/ Janet VarneyWow! She’s back! We are so lucky to be joined again by Janet Varney (The JV Club and Avatar:Braving the Elements) for some listener submitted word avalanche riddles! Stick around so you can hear the sun and the moon fight, a little girl who is a space genius, and a woman going on a date with some famous water! Let’s pee in the middle of the episode and have a great time!
Starring:
Adal Rifai
John Patrick Coan
Erin Keif
Special Guest
Janet Varney
2021-12-151h 07
Chat PackQ & A with Janet VarneyChat Pack's Paul Holden got to sit down with voiceover artist Janet Varney for a piece on KIRO Radio on the power of animated characters and the return of Emerald City Comic Con.
Varney is the voice behind Avatar Korra, among many other voices, she also is a co-founder of the SF Sketch Fest and so much more!
The story Paul did on the Con can be found here
2021-12-0315 min
PodsongsThe legend of Janet Varney (featuring Frances Luke Accord)Janet Varney is an Emmy-Nominated actor, comedian, writer and producer. In the animation world, she is lucky enough to be the award-winning voice of Korra on Nickelodeon’s critically-acclaimed standout hit “The Legend of Korra,” a role for which she continues to be invited to comic cons to give sweaty handshakes the world over. She can also be seen as the entitled and bitchy Becca on FX’s (via hulu) “You’re the Worst” (named as one of the last decade’s best comedies), and fighting dark forces alongside John C. McGinley as Evie Barrett on IFC’s (via hulu) “Stan Agains...
2021-11-101h 35
The JV Club with Janet VarneyMeet the Neighbors The JV Club x Minority Korner x Can I Pet Your Dog?It's a Block Party! Hosts James Arthur from Minority Korner, Renee Colvert Host of Can I Pet Your Dog? and Janet Varney Host of The JV Club Podcast celebrate The Max Fun Block party with a Spooktacular BBQ! They may have misunderstood the assignment but will leave you feeling full on things we’re ready to dish! We answer burning questions like Why is Janet wearing fangs?Is Dean Cain a liberal? Is this gluten free? Listen now wherever you podcast! Check out Can I pet your Dog, Minority Korner and The JV club all on Max fun! ...
2021-10-2037 min
Minority KornerMK BONUS EP: Block Party (Janet Varney, Renee Colvert, James Arthur M.)It's a Block Party! Hosts James Arthur from Minority Korner, Renee Colvert Host of Can I Pet Your Dog? and Janet Varney Host of The JV Club Podcast celebrate The Max Fun Block party with a Spooktacular BBQ! They may have misunderstood the assignment but will leave you feeling full on things we’re ready to dish! We answer burning questions like Why is Janet wearing fangs?Is Dean Cain a liberal? Is this gluten free? Listen now wherever you podcast! Check out Can I pet your Dog, Minority Korner and The JV club all on Max fun!G...
2021-10-2036 min
Add to Cart with Kulap Vilaysack & SuChin PakMy Cold Crunchy Hemp Heart (with Janet Varney)The issue that comedian, actress, and writer Janet Varney often runs into is that all the snack flavors she likes are the weird ones, and thus are discontinued quite often. So she tells SuChin and Kulap about the best balm she uses to calm her snack stress –– and really surprises everyone in how she turns SuChin. Plus, Add to Cart’s boots-on-the-ground Doctor MD Majandra Delfino (not a real doctor) returns to tell us all the things she wished she knew in her 20’s. Please note, Add To Cart contains mature themes and may not be appropr...
2021-10-0540 min
Funny In FailureJanet Varney - Ambition in BalanceJanet Varney is an Emmy-Nominated actor, comedian, Improviser, writer, producer & podcaster. Animation fans know her as the voice of Korra on Nickelodeon's The Legend of Korra. Comedy fans know her from her stand up, Thrilling Adventure Hour and SF Sketchfest where she is the co-founder and co-director. Podcast fans know her show The JV Club & Avatar: Braving the Elements. Quirky sketch comedy fans probably know Neil's Puppet Dreams, which she created as a series featuring Neil Patrick Harris. TV fans have been glued to the awesome Stan Against Evil, Drillbit Taylor, You're the worst, a Burning Love, Ento...
2021-10-041h 19
Depresh Mode with John MoeJanet Varney Wasn’t In Being John Malkovich. But She Lived It.Podcast listeners know Janet from the JV Club podcast here on Maximum Fun. Television audiences know her from You’re The Worst and Stan Against Evil, among many other credits. And fans of live comedy might know Janet as one of the founders of SF Sketchfest. But there was a time in Janet’s life when she didn’t know her as much of anything. As a young person, she dealt with depression and anxiety as well as a condition that you don’t hear talked about nearly as often: DPDR, or depersonalization derealization disorder. It’s a condition...
2021-09-2755 minArroe Collins Pod-CrashingPod Crashing Episode 112 Janet Varney and Dante Basco From Avatar The ElementsNickelodeon, the number-one network for kids, and iHeartRadio, the No. 1 podcast publisher globally, are extending the worlds of Avatar: The Last Airbender and SpongeBob SquarePants with two original podcasts for loyal fans who grew up on the beloved franchises. Hosted by original series voice actors Janet Varney (the voice of Korra) and Dante Basco (the voice of Prince Zuko), Avatar: Braving the Elements will explore the Avatarverse, while super-fans Frankie Grande and Hector Navarro will take fans down to Bikini Bottom with SpongeBob BingePants. Co-produced by Nickelodeon and iHeartRadio, these companion podcasts will be available on iHeartRadio and wherever else...
2021-07-1316 min
TastelessJanet Varney | Strong Female LeadsJanet Varney (The Legend of Korra, Country Comfort, Stan Against Evil) is as kind as she is talented. Her conversational prowess is unrivaled, and she made me feel very supported in my secret wish to wear reflective aviators. In this episode, we dive into how wonderful it is to create something with your friends, the downsides of polyester pants in Georgia, and the satisfaction of a well-written sitcom. Follow Janet on Instagram: www.instagram.com/thejvclub Follow on Janet on Twitter: https://twitter.com/janetvarney Listen to The JV Club Podcast: www.thejvclub...
2021-04-3030 min
Ancient Office HoursEpisode 10 - Janet VarneyActor, writer, and comedian Janet Varney, (voice of Korra on The Legend of Korra) joins Lexie to discuss the cultural impact of growing up in Arizona, being pragmatic versus following your passions in college, and why Aristophanes’ ancient comedies aren’t done very often in modern media. So tuck in your togas and hop aboard Trireme Transit for this week’s exciting odyssey! Don't forget to follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram or visit our website www.theozymandiasproject.com!Originally recorded December 29, 2020.Disclaimer: I forgot to ask about Korra because we got so deep in...
2021-03-031h 07
Truth & Justice with Bob RuffS10:E1 Follow-Up w/ Janet VarneyMike is on vacation this week, so Bob and Zaq are joined by guest host Janet Varney. Janet is a comedian, actress and voice actress. Best known for her roll as the voice of Korra on "The Legend of Korra." Janet is a longtime fan of the show, and does a fantastic job filling in for Mike, relaying your questions about our Season 10 premiere episode "Catalina" to Bob.
Be sure to check out Bob's other great show, True Crime Binge wherever you get your podcasts. This week's guest was Christine Schiefer from the "And That's Why We Drink"...
2021-02-1250 min
Reels & RiffsOne on One with Janet Varney (Full Interview) Join us for our interview with Janet Varney(Legend of Korra, Stan Vs. Evil, You're the Worst and much more) for comedy tips, in-depth discussion of Janet's various projects, reactions to Legend of Korra's finale and the importance of representation in media.
2020-11-1138 min
PairedS3E2 - Memories With Madame Felice (feat. Janet Varney)Thank you for listening to Paired Season Three! Credits:Pairy - Liz AndersonMadame Felice - Janet VarneyJanet Varney is an Emmy-Nominated actor, comedian, writer and producer. In the animation world, she's the award-winning voice of Korra on Nickelodeon’s (now on Netflix) "The Legend of Korra," and she can also be found voicing Leo, the Gemini Twins and Cancer on Quibi’s “Your Daily Horoscope.” On Hulu, she can be seen fighting dark forces opposite John C. McGinley in Stan Against Evil and as the entitled Becca on FXX’s You’re the Wo...
2020-10-0912 min
Adult-IshSeason 4, Ep. 24: Being an Avatar Like an Adult w. Legend of Korra's Janet VarneyHost Afiya A. and co-host Vincent Bernard may have talked about 'Avatar: The Last Airbender' and 'Legend of Korra,' but never like this! In this episode of 'Adult-ish,' the duo are joined by none other than voice actor, Janet Varney aka the Korra herself, and they get a chance to geek out like ever before.While getting an opportunity to fan and fawn over Janet, the trio discuss Legend of Korra's migration to Netflix, the impact that show has had on generations, and its ability to be relatable in today's world. From...
2020-09-231h 22
Amateur Detective ClubMeeting Eighty Three: The Woman In White W/Janet Varney!Welcome to The Amateur Detective Club, a mystery media review podcast!
Where three friends, Melissa Meli, Tyler Riley, and Tristan Miller read the works of Agatha Christie or others, then summarize, discuss, and rate the novels, films, TV episodes or short stories they've chosen.
In this week’s meeting, the gang discusses Wilkie Collin's The Woman In White with special guest Janet Varney!
Learn more about Janet here: http://janetvarney.com/
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2020-08-311h 14
Republic City Dispatch#53 – A Chat with Janet Varney!Good morning benders and non-benders alike and Welcome Back to Republic City Dispatch, a radio programme that covered the entirety of Nickelodeon’s Legend of Korra series.
This week – after almost a decade of following her escapades, the Dispatch finally welcomes the Avatar herself, the first in a new line of Rava-less bridges between the human and spirit worlds, the savior of Republic City multiple times over, it’s voice actress, comedian, actress, podcaster, and KORRA: Janet Varney! So without any further ado, Matt, Joanna and Janet!
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2020-08-2834 min
MegaNo Shrinkage with Janet VarneyJanice Farley (Janet Varney, The JV Club podcast) is a miniatures enthusiast with the faith of a mustard seed. Janet Varney: @janetvarney 👉 Get all show info and ad free + bonus content HERE.Instagram: @MegaThePodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2020-08-2334 min
Jordan, Jesse, GO!Ep. 648: Think Globally, Goat Locally with Janet VarneyJanet Varney (The JV Club podcast) for a discussion of Janet's favorite Arizona regional attraction – Biosphere 2, Jordan's plan to use his cat to spice up Zoom calls, and Jesse's thirty-minute quarantine entertainment window. Plus, we're joined by an actual elected official listener – Mayor Will Cauthen from Cramerton, North Carolina who tells us about what makes his small town special – from the Frolf on Goat Island to the origins of khaki and a famous heist that got turned into a Zach Galifianakis movie.It's the last week of MaxFunDrive 2020! Thank you to all who have supported Maximum Fun this y...
2020-08-051h 19
REACH A Space Podcast for KidsAll About Black Holes with Dr. Geza Gyuk & Janet VarneyOn the second episode of REACH Brian and Meredith ask the questions "What are Black Holes?," "Will we ever get sucked into one?," and more before we are joined by an expert from Adler Planetarium and a very special guest star on a segment entitled "Did You Know...?"This week's Activities:
To learn more about our closest star, visit adlerplanetarium.org and read “The Secret Life of the Sun.”
Learn more about “A Wrinkle in Time” by Madeleine L'Engle, as mentioned by Nikki the Star
Draw a picture of the Sun. It can be sent to the show...
2020-06-3023 min
Rebel RadioJanet Varney: "Am I a surgeon saving lives? No way."Janet Varney is a boss.
She's an actress on hit TV shows like You're The Worst, The Legend of Korra, and Stan Against Evil.
She's the host of the awesome podcast, The JV Club where she talks to friends and other actors about how their childhoods shaped their adulthoods.
She's co-founder of the SF Sketchfest sketch comedy festival, now in its 20th year.
Plus all the projects she's developing that we didn't even get to.
If reading all that makes you tired, relax here with our interview.
Make sure you check out The JV Club With Janet Varney: https://podcasts...
2020-03-241h 21
Switchblade Sisters‘Ladyhawke’ with Janet VarneyA Maximum Fun crossover extravaganza! ‘The JV Club’ host Janet Varney joins host Katie Walsh to discuss the forgotten 1985 fantasy epic, Ladyhawke. Janet and Katie obsess over the score and insane romanticism of the film. Plus, Janet talks about the use of sincerity in her own work and navigating social media interactions. If you haven’t seen Ladyhawke…good luck! With Katie Walsh and Janet Varney. You can let us know what you think of Switchblade Sisters on Twitter or Facebook. Or email us at switchbladesisters@maximumfun.org. Produced by Casey O’Brien ...
2020-01-0241 min
Friday Night Movie by @pancake4tableJanet Varney (The JV Club, Fortune Rookie, Stan Against Evil, Legend of Korra, SF Sketchfest, You‘re the Worst)Friday Night Movie had the pleasure of interviewing one of our biggest influences - actor, writer, comedian, producer, and podcasting trailblazer, Janet Varney (The Legend of Korra, Stan Against Evil, Fortune Rookie, Voyage to the Stars, You're the Worst, the JV Club Podcast, SF Sketchfest). Listen as "JV" joins the FNM sibs for a special episode about her extensive work in television and her creative projects. We share our own personal stories and delve deep into what it's like dealing with anxiety in life and pop-culture. We also play a special game of RecsRX, giving our best pop-culture prescriptions f...
2019-12-131h 05
The JV Club with Janet VarneyAbigail SpencerTensions are high as the final two contestants of Burning Love (Janet and Abigail Spencer) face off to discuss counterculture of surfing, discovering Barbra Streisand, the rush of a flea market find, and the emotional magnetism of the City of Angels. This interview originally was originally published in 2017. Abigail's new show "Reprisal" is now streaming on Hulu. Hosted by Janet Varney. Edited by Julian Burrell for Maximum Fun.
2019-12-121h 12
First Draft with Sarah EnniDistracting Yourself Out of Heartbreak with Janet VarneyFirst Draft Episode #219: Janet Varney Janet Varney, Emmy-Nominated actor, comedian, writer, producer, and podcaster. She has appeared in dozens of TV shows, including You're the Worst, Take My Wife, Burning Love, Stan Against Evil, and Fortune Rookie, and the voice of Korra in The Legend of Korra. She is also the co-founder, creative director, and producer of SF Sketchfest: the San Francisco Comedy Festival (now in its 19th year!), and hosts The JV Club podcast. Links and Topics Mentioned In This Episode Take the First Draft listener survey! David Owen and Cole Stratton were in...
2019-11-121h 17
ComiCultureEp. 09: Janet Varney, Ben Diskin, and PJ ByrneHello fellow geeks! ... wait that's not right?Hello fellow nerds! Today we have another jam packed addition of ComiCulture for you! We're starting things off by speaking with Janet Varney about her time as Avatar Korra, why our friend Paige should change the name of her cat & more!Following Janet we're stoked to present our interview with Ben Diskin: UnProfessional Voice Actor where we dive DEEP into Codename KND lore & find out what sin he'd rather be!Last but certainly not least we speak with Mr. PJ Byrne about his time as an inves...
2019-10-241h 39
The Big OnesThis is Torture! / Janet VarneyToday we welcome the wonderfully hilarious Janet Varney to the show to discuss whether torture is acceptable in dire situations! What will we decide?! We also talk about crazy pets and in-law issues! Thanks for listening! Catch up with @janetvarney on twitter and check out her podcast! JV CLUB PODCAST https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jv-club-with-janet-varney/id507523105?mt=2 Email us at TheBigOnesPodcast@gmail.com Tweet us @thebigonespod
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2019-07-0100 min
Buddies Without BordersTCCS 15: Janet Varney – The Legend ContinuesOn episode #15 of the Talent Crush Chat Show, Chris & Stevie talk about left coast weather, birds, partners in crime, and the work of Kevin Pollack, and then they present the second half of their conversation with the wonderful Janet Varney! JV talks about her time as a production assistant, her early acting roles, getting recognized in public, improv team synergy, and much more! Janet Varney links! • Website, Twitter, Instagram • The JV Club Podcast • Fortune Rookie • Voyage to the Stars • Theme Park Improv • The Workjuice Players Rabia Cha...
2019-06-051h 12
The Dumbbells136: Sensible Eating (w/ Janet Varney)Big week for the 'Bells y'all! Your dudes managed to get the great Janet Varney (The JV Club podcast) in The Weight Room! Janet is the funniest and she brings it this episode. She tells Euge and Stangs about growing up with her stud dad - the guys end up falling in love with him and so will you! Stangs and Janet connect over her time in the Bay Area - well Stangs just kind of embarrasses himself - what do you expect it? Then you get to hear all the Hollywood bullshit and pressure around body types that Ja...
2019-06-051h 26
Happily Ever AftermathSense and Sensibility (1995) & guest Janet VarneyActress and comedy maven Janet Varney joins the podcast to discuss Sense and Sensibility (1995). Even with three (maybe five?) love stories happening at once, we make time to also explore the relationship of the Dashwood sisters at the core of the story. There was a quick consensus that this is an outstanding film. You can find out more about Janet's incredible work at: http://janetvarney.com/ We highly recommend: The JV Club - https://www.maximumfun.org/shows/jv-club Fortune Rookie - https://www.ifc.com/comedy-crib/fortune-rookie
2019-06-051h 23
The JV Club with Janet VarneyTeresa McElroyMind your shmanners, because this week’s guest is the delightful and talented Teresa McElroy! Learn about the follies of high school ID badges, the triumph of speech state competitions, and the guilty pleasure of a good old American hot dog. Come see Janet at PodX in Nashville from May 31 to June 2! Hosted by Janet Varney. Edited by Julian Burrell for Maximum Fun.
2019-05-301h 12
The JV Club with Janet VarneyCiera PaytonClear backpacks, gator-laden bayous, and an absolutely extraordinary story of Hurricane Katrina come to you this week courtesy of the radiant Ciera Payton (“She’s Gotta Have It”), whose teenaged medical knowledge was of the “Anaconda” variety. Come see Janet at PodX in Nashville from May 31 to June 2! Hosted by Janet Varney. Edited by Julian Burrell for Maximum Fun.
2019-05-231h 03
The JV Club with Janet VarneyTresa Edmunds Pt. 2It’s part TWO of JV's chat with entrepreneur and fellow Post-Mormon, Tresa Edmunds.They continue to with stories about her teenage years and Latter Day Saints atrocities before getting to happier times with the MASH game! Come see Janet at PodX in Nashville from May 31 to June 2! Hosted by Janet Varney. Edited by Julian Burrell for Maximum Fun.
2019-05-1652 min
The JV Club with Janet VarneyTresa Edmunds Pt. 1It’s part one of a two-parter with advocate, entrepreneur and fellow Post-Mormon, Tresa Edmunds. Interwoven stories of Tresa’s unconventional (to say the least) teenage years and “big picture” Latter Day Saints atrocities in this we-had-to-talk-for-almost-three-hours conversation with JV! Come see Janet at PodX in Nashville from May 31 to June 2! Hosted by Janet Varney. Edited by Julian Burrell for Maximum Fun.
2019-05-091h 29
Buddies Without BordersTCCS 14: The Legend of Janet VarneyOn episode #14 of the Talent Crush Chat Show, Chris & Stevie present the first half of their chat with the wonderful Janet Varney! JV chats with SJ & CR about creative fulfillment, interior design, the early days of SF Sketchfest, the evolution of her digital series Fortune Rookie, and much more! Janet Varney links! • Website, Twitter, Instagram • The JV Club Podcast • Fortune Rookie • Voyage to the Stars • Apartment Therapy piece on Janet’s interior design style Not mentioned in the podcast but still very worth checking out: Elizabeth Holmes Use
2019-05-0157 min
The JV Club with Janet VarneyAmber NashAtlanta, Atlantis, and other words that begin with an “A,” like Amber Nash! This week’s guest, perhaps most famous for her role on “Archer” (now in its TENTH season), regales JV with tales of Peruvian love, historic strip clubs and so much more. Come see Janet at PodX in Nashville from May 31 to June 2! Hosted by Janet Varney. Edited by Julian Burrell for Maximum Fun.
2019-04-181h 16
Without Your HeadJanet Varney of "Stan Against Evil"Janet Varney of "Stan Against Evil" joined Nasty Neal!
Janet Varney and Nasty Neal went over:
- "Stan Against Evil"
- John C. McGinley
- Dana Gould
- working with Jordan Peele
- Dungeons and Dragons
- San Francisco Sketchfest
- much more including her new series "Fortune Rookie"!
For more information on Janet visit JanetVarney.com
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2019-04-1434 minWithout Your HeadJanet Varney of "Stan Against Evil"Janet Varney of "Stan Against Evil" joined Nasty Neal!
Janet Varney and Nasty Neal went over:
- "Stan Against Evil"
- John C. McGinley
- Dana Gould
- working with Jordan Peele
- Dungeons and Dragons
- San Francisco Sketchfest
- much more including her new series "Fortune Rookie"!
For more information on Janet visit JanetVarney.com
Subscribe to the Without Your Head newsletter to receive weekly updates on our schedule, guests and more!
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2019-04-1434 min
The JV Club with Janet VarneyBridget NelsonEnjoy this episode with this real-life Attendant-to-the-Queen, Bridget Nelson (MST3K, Rifftrax) as she expounds with JV upon the marvels and dangers of thick shag carpet, grecian statues, and the kind of name-pun you can expect from a Tennessee Williams-loving singing group. Come see Janet at PodX in Nashville from May 31 to June 2! Hosted by Janet Varney. Edited by Julian Burrell for Maximum Fun.
2019-04-111h 17
Maximum Film!Does 'Dumbo' Fly? The Gang Discusses the New Tim Burton Film and the Movies They Loved as Teenagers with Janet VarneyElephants flying? Well this podcast flies...because it's so entertaining! Drea and Alonso are joined by The JV Club host, writer and actor, Janet Varney. They discuss the new Tim Burton remake, Dumbo. Plus, in celebration of Janet's appearance on the show, the gang talks about the movies they loved the most as teenagers. And, as always, staff picks. In news, R.I.P. Agnes Varda, Joel Coen goes solo with his MacBeth adaptation, and the anti-abortion propaganda film Unplanned does well at the box office. Staff Picks: Alonso - Diane Drea - District 9 J...
2019-04-051h 00
The JV Club with Janet VarneyLilan BowdenPut on your tank top and suuuuuuper baggy jeans for a visit with Lilan Bowden (known for her role in the Disney Channel show "Andi Mack"), and don’t let the Usher poster on her teenage wall fool you. From early improv to wall collages, this episode is a potpourri of creativity. Come see Janet at PodX in Nashville from May 31 to June 2! Hosted by Janet Varney. Edited by Julian Burrell for Maximum Fun.
2019-04-041h 16
The JV Club with Janet VarneyRachel McElroyJoin us this week for a very exciting guessing game of “Which Instrument Did You Play in the Marching Band” and much, much more with the simply delightful (and Janet's fellow only child) Rachel McElroy, who, it’s probably safe to say, had one of the most original and exciting dollhouse inhabitant dynamics of the late 20th century. Hosted by Janet Varney. Edited by Julian Burrell for Maximum Fun.
2019-01-101h 27
The JV Club with Janet VarneyBreeda WoolJanet Varney indulges her most recent lady crush with this week’s guest, the immensely talented Breeda Wool. She's known for her role in the Audience Network TV series Mr. Mercedes. Breeda tells Janet about how her precociousness combined with life in a sleepy college town created a perfect storm of pre-teen wildness. Plus! Homemade clothes, campfire witches, and breast-exposing ballgowns!
2018-12-201h 24
Not Too Deep with Grace HelbigJanet Varney - “Fortune Rookie,” “The JV Club,” and “The Legend of Korra”Actress, writer, podcaster, and former “Real People” Model, Janet Varney is here this week! She shares all about her many, many projects, how she created the SF Sketchfest, and her affinity for escape rooms. She also talks about doing her own stunts for “Stan Against Evil.”- Follow Janet: @janetvarney- Watch Fortune Rookie: https://www.ifc.com/comedy-crib/fortune-rookie- Check out our website: www.nottoodeep.com- This episode is brought to you by our wonder sponsors: Squarespace, Bumble BFF, Third Lo...
2018-11-121h 08
Jordan, Jesse, GO!Ep. 553: Uncandy Valley with Janet VarneyActor, writer, and podcaster Janet Varney joins Jordan and Jesse for a discussion of the unusual middle ground that Werther's Original hard candy occupies, Jordan's true fear around visiting the Warner Brother's Halloween haunt this year, the opulent mcmansion Janet visited to consult a psychic medium, and the bodily fluid challenge Jordan faced on his recent whirlwind podcast promotional tour. Plus, Janet has a new show called Fortune Rookie on IFC! Action Item: Postal workers call in with your stories! 206-984-4FUN
2018-10-161h 22
My Neighbors Are DeadPet Sematary with Janet Varney of The JV Club with Janet VarneyThe great Janet Varney stops by to talk Comic Con and to fill us in on some of her many killer projects. Then Adam talks to a Maine teen about life, death and the in-between and how they're all connected to a local pet cemetery.
2018-07-3034 min
Go Fact YourselfEp 16: Jonathan Ames & Janet VarneyJonathan Ames created several TV shows, including Bored to Death and Blunt Talk. He’s also the author of many books, including You Were Never Really Here, which was recently adapted into a movie. Janet Varney stars in the TV show Stan Against Evil and hosts of the podcast The JV Corner. In this episode, we’ll learn about Jonathan’s experience with having his book transformed into a movie and why, for all his literary expertise, he still has trouble pronouncing certain words. We’ll also hear more about Janet’s involvement at the annual Ske...
2018-07-201h 01
Faux RealJanet VarneyIn this as-close-to-Christmas-as-this-show-will-get-before-the-holiday-break episode, the wonderful Janet Varney joins me to gab about podcasting, improv, our awesome dogs, reads an except of everyone's favorite demented children's book Tiny Tim, we play Doctor's Orders, and generally goof off! Woot! Follow Janet Varney across social Listen to the JV Club podcast Check out/purchase tickets to SF Sketchfest Follow Devlin across social Follow Friend or Faux across social Support on Patreon Engineer Cody Ziglar Games Producer Libby Ward Theme (temp): Defiant Sin licensed by Manhattan...
2017-12-1851 min
I Think You're Overthinking ItDana Gould and Janet VarneyDana Gould and Janet Varney chat with Chris about how dolphins and whales would talk to each other, getting trick or treaters on Halloween and how Janet is a good singer but never sings. They also talk about their early days of comedy, meeting their heroes and the new season of Stan Against Evil!
2017-11-2400 min
Damn Dirty GeeksJanet VarneyIt's Halloween at last, and we celebrate the season by handing out a bag full of thrills, chills and laughs with STAN AGAINST EVIL star, actress Janet Varney. Janet found some time in her busy schedule -- between Sketchfest in San Francisco, filming Season Two of STAN in Atlanta, and her recurring role in the sitcom YOU'RE THE WORST -- to share her experiences with the DDG and we had a blast. As we've asked of many podcast guests, Janet shared her own geek origin story growing up in Tuscon, including memories of forging her...
2017-10-0900 min
The Horrible Movie Podcast80: Interview with Janet VarneyJanet Varney joins Jack and Producer Phil on this week's very special episode of the Horrible Movie Podcast. Janet is the Voice of Korra on Nickelodeon's The Legend of Korra. She plays Sheriff Evie Barrett on Stan Against Evil on the IFC Television Network. She also plays Becca on FX's You're the Worst. Her Podcast The JV Club is available on Nerdist.com and everywhere Awesome Podcasts are found. Janet is a great guest and we literally talk about anything you'd think we might talk and many many other things you'd never think we'd talk about. Like Janet's new 1-900...
2017-09-1549 min
The Great Big Beautiful PodcastEpisode 143: Janet VarneyAfter our summer hiatus, The Great Big Beautiful Podcast is back on the air, and we're thrilled to return with the amazing Janet Varney! Varney is, hands down, one of the hardest-working women in show business. Animation fans know her as the voice of Korra on Nickelodeon's The Legend of Korra. Comedy fans know her from her stand up, Thrilling Adventure Hour, and SF Sketchfest. Podcast fans know her show The JV Club. Quirky sketch comedy fans probably know Neil's Puppet Dreams, which she created. TV fans have been glued to the awesome Stan Against Evil.
So yeah, she's kind...
2017-09-121h 30
Spotlight On - AfterBuzz TVJanet Varney Interview | AfterBuzz TV’s Spotlight OnAFTERBUZZ TV - AfterBuzz TV's Spotlight On edition, is a long form interview series featuring actors discussing their roles and shows as well as their thoughts, passions and journeys. In this episode host Sam Davidson interviews Janet Varney.
ABOUT JANET VARNEY:
Janet Maureen Varney is an American actress best known for hosting TBS's Dinner and a Movie and as the voice of Korra in The Legend of Korra.
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2017-04-1953 min
Hobo Radio InterviewsHobo Radio Interview – Janet Varney
You’ve seen Janet Varney in memorable roles like Becca Barbara in You’re the Worst and Carly in Burning Love. And you’ve heard her voice as the titular Korra in The Legend of Korra. But her acting career almost didn’t come to be. It was only after her friends convinced her to join their comedy troupe in San Francisco that she strayed away from her more sensible plan of becoming an architect or interior designer.
We recently talked to Varney about founding SF Sketchfest, running around in a pregnancy pad and four-inch stilettos in You’re t...
2016-01-1348 min
The Comedy On Vinyl PodcastEpisode 142 – Janet Varney on Albert Brooks – Comedy Minus One
Janet Varney stops by her own home to delve into Albert Brooks’ classic “Comedy Minus One” for our second go-round with this album. This time, we get a picture of an entirely new experience – namely, someone who grew up without the script to the act-along segment! This made for an excessively surreal experience with this already experimental album.
Host: Jason Klamm
Producer: Mike Worden
This Week’s Guest: Janet Varney
JanetVarney.com
SF Sketch Fest
Buy “Comedy Minus One”
Comedy on Vinyl is recorded at Fort Awesome Studios in beautiful...
2015-06-2452 min
Probably ScienceEpisode 145 - Janet VarneyActor/podcaster/improv master/festival producer Janet Varney (@janetvarney) sits down with the crew on this week's episode to talk about voicing the hero of The Legend of Korra, the hilarious Bachelor parody Burning Love, Janet's first LA acting gig on Catwoman, growing up near Biosphere 2, Janet's award-winning science fair project on burning stuff, trash-eating seagulls, Radiolab's look at violence in baboons, Andy and Janet's Serial obsession, a corpse flower bloom, new evidence on human/neanderthal breeding, obscene gestures in various cultures, Matt cowering from the sun, spider sex and hairy mouthparts, the brilliant comedy of Kasper Hauser and th...
2014-12-231h 42
That Girl with the CurlsThat Girl With The Curls - Episode 18 - Janet VarneySam and Miguel have a chat with the voice of Korra, Janet Varney. While Legend of Korra is the topic du jour, they also cover the auditioning process, voice over work in general, and Janet debuts her impression of fellow Thrilling Adventure actor Marc Evan Jackson.
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2014-11-1700 min
ComedyFilmNerdsEp 228 Janet Varney*FILMS DISCUSSED: EXPENDABLES 3, FINDING VIVIAN MAIER, LOCKE* Chris and Graham welcome back Janet Varney into the Nerd HQ. Chris tells us why he loves the big dumbness of the Expendables. Janet was very intrigued by Finding Vivian Maier doc. Graham really enjoyed Locke. Then Janet talks about SF Sketchfest and the Muppet Movie. This ep will make you want to train a goblin.
2014-08-201h 06
Comedy Film NerdsEp 228 Janet VarneyFILMS DISCUSSED: EXPENDABLES 3, FINDING VIVIAN MAIER, LOCKE Chris and Graham welcome back Janet Varney into the Nerd HQ. Chris tells us why he loves the big dumbness of the Expendables. Janet was very intrigued by Finding Vivian Maier doc. Graham really enjoyed Locke. Then Janet talks about SF Sketchfest and the Muppet Movie. This ep will make you want to train a goblin.
2014-08-191h 06
Comedy Film NerdsEp 228 Janet Varney*FILMS DISCUSSED: EXPENDABLES 3, FINDING VIVIAN MAIER, LOCKE* Chris and Graham welcome back Janet Varney into the Nerd HQ. Chris tells us why he loves the big dumbness of the Expendables. Janet was very intrigued by Finding Vivian Maier doc. Graham really enjoyed Locke. Then Janet talks about SF Sketchfest and the Muppet Movie. This ep will make you want to train a goblin.
2014-08-191h 06
The Dork ForestTDF EP 217 – Todd Glass, Janet Varney & Ron Funches Live at SketchfestSan Francisco Sketchfest is dorky goodness. I did a live Dork Panel with Todd Glass, Ron Funches and Janet Varney. Oh… I’ll have them back on individually because it was FASCINATING. Table setting, Dioramas and the PS4 are discussed. Not ENOUGH of any of it, but it was still super fun. Enjoy.
NOTES Todd Glass is fantastic. Janet Varney of the Legend of Korra rocks worlds. Ron Funches is happening. Janet's Podcast is The JV Club on Nerdist and iTunes Todd's Podcast is The Todd Glass Show ALSO on Nerdist and iTunes.
This month’s sponsor of the show is Jeff...
2014-02-181h 12
Getting Better AcquaintedGBA 116 Janet VarneyIn GBA 116 we get better acquainted with Janet Varney (from the JV Club podcast). Janet talked to me via Skype from LA. We talk about The JV Club, teenage years, interior design, recording conversations, divorce, acting, comedy, Joni Mitchell and more.
This is an episode in the strand of GBA where I talk to other podcasters. JV's podcast describes itself like this:
"Remember what it was like to be an awkward teenager? And remember how some things haven't really changed that much for you since then? Join proud dork Janet Varney as she explores the highs and lows of the...
2013-06-281h 12Getting Better AcquaintedGBA 116 Janet VarneyIn GBA 116 we get better acquainted with Janet Varney (from the JV Club podcast). Janet talked to me via Skype from LA. We talk about The JV Club, teenage years, interior design, recording conversations, divorce, acting, comedy, Joni Mitchell and more.
This is an episode in the strand of GBA where I talk to other podcasters. JV's podcast describes itself like this:
"Remember what it was like to be an awkward teenager? And remember how some things haven't really changed that much for you since then? Join proud dork Janet Varney as she explores the highs and lows of the...
2013-06-281h 12Love, marriage, relationships and sexGBA 116 Janet VarneyIn GBA 116 we get better acquainted with Janet Varney (from the JV Club podcast). Janet talked to me via Skype from LA. We talk about The JV Club, teenage years, interior design, recording conversations, divorce, acting, comedy, Joni Mitchell and more.
This is an episode in the strand of GBA where I talk to other podcasters. JV's podcast describes itself like this:
"Remember what it was like to be an awkward teenager? And remember how some things haven't really changed that much for you since then? Join proud dork Janet Varney as she explores the highs and lows of the...
2013-06-281h 12PerformersGBA 116 Janet VarneyIn GBA 116 we get better acquainted with Janet Varney (from the JV Club podcast). Janet talked to me via Skype from LA. We talk about The JV Club, teenage years, interior design, recording conversations, divorce, acting, comedy, Joni Mitchell and more.
This is an episode in the strand of GBA where I talk to other podcasters. JV's podcast describes itself like this:
"Remember what it was like to be an awkward teenager? And remember how some things haven't really changed that much for you since then? Join proud dork Janet Varney as she explores the highs and lows of the...
2013-06-281h 12Podcasters and Radio MakersGBA 116 Janet VarneyIn GBA 116 we get better acquainted with Janet Varney (from the JV Club podcast). Janet talked to me via Skype from LA. We talk about The JV Club, teenage years, interior design, recording conversations, divorce, acting, comedy, Joni Mitchell and more.
This is an episode in the strand of GBA where I talk to other podcasters. JV's podcast describes itself like this:
"Remember what it was like to be an awkward teenager? And remember how some things haven't really changed that much for you since then? Join proud dork Janet Varney as she explores the highs and lows of the...
2013-06-281h 12
Comedy Film NerdsEp 149 Janet VarneyChris and Graham welcome host of the JV Club podcast, Janet Varney, into the nerd HQ. Janet talks about how her podcast has evolved since it started a year ago. Graham recommends Emperor as a good film about post WWII Japan. Chris was let way down by The Sweeney. Then all three talk about the Oscars. Janet tells some great stories about Danny DeVito at San Francisco Sketch Fest. A good line-up of new DVDs. And two nice films coming out this weeekend. Nerd it up like Suzanne Pleshette!
2013-03-061h 09
The Matthew Aaron ShowDavid Morse & Janet Varney | Matthew Aaron ShowThe beautiful Janet Varney (Dinner and a Movie, Entourage...) and the talented David Morse (Collaborator, The Green Mile, The Rock...) talk with Matt this Wednesday (6/20) evening on The Matthew Aaron Show starting at 6:00pm PT.
Janet will be discussing her podcast The JV Club, on the Nerdist Network as well as current and future projects.
David talks with Matt about his new film Collaborator which releases on Video-On-Demand June 19th and in theaters in New York and Los Angeles on July 6th.
Show starts at 6:00pm PT (8:00pm CT / 9:00pm ET). Listen live or subscribe for free and download the...
2012-06-212h 01