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Stage WhisperWhisper in the Wings Episode 980For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the creator/performer Jeff Simmermon to talk about his new work CareGiver. This is such a powerful and personal piece that just like this interview should not be missed. So make sure that you tune in and get your tickets now!CareGiverMay 7th-18th @ The SoHo PlayhouseTickets and more information are available at sohoplayhouse.comAnd be sure to follow Jeff to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and...
2025-05-1028 min
RISK!Geezers and the GoslingErin Barker and Jeff Simmermon tell stories about living spaces and those that live in ‘em.
• See RISK! live in Washington, DC on June 7th, in Philadelphia on June 19th, or in New York City on June 26th. Get tickets at Risk-show.com/live
• Pitch us your story! risk-show.com/submissions
• Support RISK! through Patreon at patreon.com/risk or make a one-time donation: paypal.me/riskshow
• Get the RISK! Book and shop for merch: risk-show.com/shop
• Take our storytelling classes: thestorystudio.org
• Hire Kevin Allison as a coach or get personalized v...
2025-04-2940 min
Risk! Storytelling PodcastGeezers and the GoslingErin Barker and Jeff Simmermon tell stories about living spaces and those that live in ‘em.
• Pitch us your story! risk-show.com/submissions
• Support RISK! through Patreon at patreon.com/risk or make a one-time donation: paypal.me/riskshow
• Get tickets to RISK! live shows: risk-show.com/live
• Get the RISK! Book and shop for merch:risk-show.com/shop
• Take our storytelling classes: thestorystudio.org
• Hire Kevin Allison as a coach or get personalized videos: kevinallison.com
To learn more abo...
2025-04-2939 minRISK!Geezers and the GoslingErin Barker and Jeff Simmermon tell stories about living spaces and those that live in ‘em.
• Pitch us your story! risk-show.com/submissions
• Support RISK! through Patreon at patreon.com/risk or make a one-time donation: paypal.me/riskshow
• Get tickets to RISK! live shows: risk-show.com/live
• Get the RISK! Book and shop for merch: risk-show.com/shop
• Take our storytelling classes: thestorystudio.org
• Hire Kevin Allison as a coach or get personalized videos: kevinallison.com To learn more abo...
2025-04-2943 min
The Volume KnobJulia: Tom's DinerWorking with Julia was a genuine pleasure. She is one of those people that is so entrenched in the NYC storytelling scene that Facebook has been suggesting we know each other for years. You can learn more about Julia's work by following her on Insta. Or you can follow the links get more info about Happy Hour Story Hour every Monday at the Duplex (60 Christopher Street) and Top Shelf Stories at UCB, NYC (this month's show includes TVK alumni Adam Wade and Jeff Simmermon). Side note, were you aware that Tom's Diner is an actual pl...
2025-02-1723 min
We Hired a Sitter For This"Circle of Death"Jeff Simmermon is a hilarious comic with a funny story to tell about slow, painful death. Take a listen and immerse yourself in the circle of birth and life and grieving.
2024-08-211h 12
You Had To Be ThereThe Moon LandingComedian Naomi Karavani goes on a 48-hour journey to find and interview someone who was in NASA's Mission Control when Apollo 11 landed on the moon in 1969. This episode features interviews with (in order of appearance):
Jeff Simmermon
Lois Rosson
Rick Sternbach
John M. Logsdon
Rushmore DeNooyer, Producer-Director-Writer
CREDITS'You Had To Be There' is a Hi Barr production.Created by Hi Barr.“The Moon Landing” was written and hosted by Naomi Karavani. Produced by Julia Thompson and Web Barr.Story Produced by Julia Th...
2024-02-0758 min
MATTSPLAININGMattsplaining - StorytellingWhat Snow White and the Seven Dwarves can teach us about effective storytelling. Comedian and storytelling expert
Jeff Simmermon (https://www.jeffsimmermon.com/) finds some flaws with Matt's articulation of story dynamics.
They share storytelling tips and pitfalls. Matt notes the dangers of rabid puffins.
How to tell a story to sell even the most unexpected products.
The secrets Bill Burr can teach about returning to ideas.
How Jon Bon Jovi and Chuck Schumer bonded over a melted fiber optic cable.
2023-11-1522 min
A Comic’s Last StandJeff SimmermonJeff Simmermon is a comedian and storyteller who has been featured on "The Moth" and "This American Life." In this episode, Jeff discusses his journey into the worlds of storytelling and comedy, reflects on his corporate career in PR, and shares the origin of his upcoming one-man show, "Care Giver."
Watch on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpHEELxlFnrj9Pls6L5VAkefCT_N92zem
Buy tickets to Jeff's show on Sunday, 9/24:
https://qedastoria.com/products/care-giver
Visit Jeff's websit...
2023-09-2058 min
A Comic’s Last StandJeff SimmermonJeff Simmermon is a comedian and storyteller who has been featured on "The Moth" and "This American Life." In this episode, Jeff discusses his journey into the worlds of storytelling and comedy, reflects on his corporate career in PR, and shares the origin of his upcoming one-man show, "Care Giver."
Watch on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpHEELxlFnrj9Pls6L5VAkefCT_N92zem
Buy tickets to Jeff's show on Sunday, 9/24:
https://qedastoria.com/products/care-giver
Visit Jeff's websit...
2023-09-2058 min
Stories From The StageUnlikely Love (Encore)Nimisha Ladva breaks her parents’ rules and dates outside her Indian culture, and Jeff Simmermon sells all his possessions and crosses the globe to meet and settle down with his Internet love. Show you appreciate these extraordinary storytellers by making a donation in any amount at give.worldchannel.org/stories.
2023-07-3118 min
Alone At LunchAlone Playing in a Band with Chickens with Jeff SimmermonThis week we are joined by Jeff Simmermon. Jeff is a storyteller, standup comic, and the producer/performer. He has won multiple Moth StorySLAMS and his stories have appeared on This American Life and The Moth's podcast! He has released two comedy albums, “Why You Should Be Happy”& “And I am Not Lying”, and hosts The Reluctant Phoenix podcast! Make sure to check him out!In this episode we discuss growing up in Virginia, reading James Bond books, being into Punk Rock before it was popular, starting a band, getting stage time, and so much more! You don’t wa...
2022-07-251h 01
Marcus And Eric Learn Stuff From Smarter PeopleSTORYTELLING with Jeff SimmermonToday Marcus sits down with storyteller, comedian, and all around great guy Jeff Simmermon! (It's not with a Z) We discuss how great stories are told and tips if you're ever looking to tell a story. Jeff has a real way with words a modern day linguist! Eric was absent for this one, he was preparing for his Tonight Show debut! Please rate review and subscribe!
2022-03-0124 min
Family GhostsYou Know It's WrongStories about rediscovering home in unexpected ways. Featuring Micaela Blei and Jeff Simmermon.
2021-12-0337 min
RISK!Make Yourself at HomeCyndi Freeman, Jeff Simmermon, and Christina Chiu share stories about very bad days, a cat-calling college boy, and a house divided.Support RISK! on Patreon at Patreon.com/RISKMake a one-time donation to RISK! at PayPal.me/RISKshowGet tickets to RISK! live shows at RISK-show.com/tourGet the RISK! book at TheRISKBook.comTake our storytelling classes at TheStoryStudio.orgHire Kevin Allison to make a personalized video at Cameo.com/TheKevinAllisonHire Kevin Allison as a coach at KevinAllison.com
2021-10-1258 minRISK!Make Yourself at HomeCyndi Freeman, Jeff Simmermon, and Christina Chiu share stories about very bad days, a cat-calling college boy, and a house divided.Support RISK! on Patreon at Patreon.com/RISKMake a one-time donation to RISK! at PayPal.me/RISKshowGet tickets to RISK! live shows at RISK-show.com/tourGet the RISK! book at TheRISKBook.comTake our storytelling classes at TheStoryStudio.orgHire Kevin Allison to make a personalized video at Cameo.com/TheKevinAllisonHire Kevin Allison as a coach at KevinAllison.com
2021-10-121h 00
The Iowa Idea Podcast108. Jeff SimmermonThe Iowa Idea: Jeff Simmermon
“It was like river wearing down rock.”
On this episode of The Iowa Idea Podcast, I’m joined by Jeff Simmermon. Jeff is a beautiful creative – a comedian and storyteller who hosts a fantastic podcast called “The Reluctant Phoenix.” His podcast is a series of conversations with a wide variety of people who have rebooted their lives whether or not they really wanted to in the first place. The Reluctant Phoenix is available anywhere quality podcasts are served… So, it might not be the same place you find this humble podcast.
2021-09-1700 min
The Reluctant PhoenixEpisode 17: Richard CardilloRichard Cardillo was an educator for over three decades on two continents and in three languages. He's also a decorated storyteller. Richard spent his early adult life as a monk in the Catholic Church, but realized it was a massive effort to suppress his homosexuality – a major taboo for an Italian-American Catholic of his generation. This episode mentions suicide. If you or someone you know needs help, call the suicide prevention hotline at 800-273-8255.
2021-08-171h 09The Reluctant PhoenixEpisode 16: Mike SchleibaumMike is the lead guitarist and one of the original founders of the DC based death metal band "Darkest Hour." He talks about the pivotal moments that helped him find his love of music, the downsides of the music industry, and what it takes to stay grounded.
2021-08-1047 minThe Reluctant PhoenixEpisode 15: Kiana FitzgeraldKiana Fitzgerald is a freelance music journalist, cultural critic, and DJ. She's written for Complex, Rolling Stone, Fader, NPR, WNYC, and more. In 2016 Kiana went missing, frightening her family and friends and igniting a search for her through social media – she was a Trending Topic until she was found. This is her story about that day, and the subsequent days of mental health struggles, enlightenment, and music.
2021-08-0353 minThe Reluctant PhoenixEpisode 14: Jess SalomonJess Salomon is a Canadian comedian now based in New York, who has appeared on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. Jess left a burgeoning career as an international war-crimes lawyer at The Hague to pursue comedy.
2021-07-2759 minThe Reluctant PhoenixEpisode 13: Jeff GomezJeff Gomez, CEO of Starlight Runner, is one of the world's leading experts in transmedia storytelling and narrative design. Gomez talks about battling his own demons while simultaneously running one of the most complicated Dungeons and Dragons games in New York city during the '70s and '80s.
2021-07-201h 09The Reluctant PhoenixA PauseWe are sad to announce the passing of Jeff's father from a year-long battle with ALS. We are going to take a pause in the podcast so Jeff can be with his family. Well wishes can be sent to thereluctantphoenix@gmail.com
2021-06-2800 minThe Reluctant PhoenixEpisode 12: Kerry CoddettKerry Coddett is a New York based comedian, actress and writer. An academically gifted young student, Kerry bounced between public and private schools, and eventually joined the Crips. She turned things around and graduated high school and college by the age of 19. Kerry is a writer and cast member on the new Showtime show "Flatbush Misdemeanors," and is also the host of the "On the Chopping Block Podcast."
2021-06-2256 minThe Reluctant PhoenixEpisode 11: Justin Von BujdossJustin Von Bujdoss is an American Buddhist teacher. As Staff Chaplain for the New York Department of Corrections, Justin was responsible for performing last rites to the hundreds of people who succumbed to COVID and are buried in the potter's field / mass graveyard on Hart Island.
2021-06-1547 minThe Reluctant PhoenixEpisode 10: Nonye Brown-West Nonye Brown-West is a Nigerian-American comic now based in New York. She tells Jeff what it's like to be a woman of color in the world of comedy – in addition to her constant health struggles. She also clarifies what it really means when people say "we're not taking straight white guys."
2021-06-081h 02The Reluctant PhoenixEpisode 9: Lizz WinsteadJeff is back with another season of The Reluctant Phoenix! Co-creator of The Daily Show, comedian Lizz Winstead is the founder and Chief Creative Officer of Abortion Access Front. She shares how she uses comedy, media, and grassroots organizing to support abortion clinics around the country - and she and Jeff discover that they have something else in common.
2021-06-0156 minThe Reluctant PhoenixThe Reluctant Phoenix Season 2 TrailerJeff Simmermon is back for Season 2 of The Reluctant Phoenix, with more incredible people who have reinvented their lives, whether they wanted to or not.
2021-05-0103 min
Stories From The StageUnlikely LoveWhy not risk it all for love? Stories of unexpected romance: Nimisha Ladva breaks her parents’ rules and dates outside her Indian culture, and Jeff Simmermon sells all his possessions and crosses the globe to meet and settle down with his Internet love.
2020-12-2918 minThe Reluctant PhoenixEpisode 8: Gary Gulman In the Season One Finale, Jeff talks to comedian Gary Gulman, an apex Reluctant Phoenix if there ever was one. In 2017, Gary was hospitalized with major depression, given ECT therapy and was unsure he'd ever do standup again. Now you can see his one-hour standup special "The Great Depresh" on HBO. In this episode, he talks to Jeff Simmermon about his mental health struggles, the transformative effect his special has had on his life and career, what it takes to stay healthy, how to support depressed loved ones and why relentless cynicism is complete bullshit.
2020-12-141h 01The Reluctant PhoenixEpisode 7: Anand GiridharadasWhat do you do when you realize that capitalism itself is held together by masking tape? Jeff talks with Anand Giridharadas, author of "Winners Take All: The Elite Charade of Changing the World" about becoming American, the drama of struggling at comedy, the big lie of management consulting, Dolly Parton and cooking at home.
2020-12-071h 00
The Dave Hill Goodtime Hour (Formerly known as Dave Hill's Podcasting Incident and The Goddamn Dave Hill Show on WFMU)Episode 196: Jessica Delfino & Jeff SimmermonThe bandages are off as Dave, Dez, and Chris welcome comedian/author/musician Jessica Delfino and comedian/storyteller Jeff Simmermon to another exciting edition of The Goodtime Hour! Recorded live on November 23, 2020.Buy Jessica Delfino's book, Dumb Jokes for Smart Folks today!Listen to Jeff Simmermon's new podcast, The Reluctant Phoenix today!Watch The Dave Hill Goodtime Hour every Monday at 9pm EDT, now exclusively on YouTube!Support this show by becoming a Maximum Fun member!Buy Painted Doll's new record How To Draw Fire from Tee Pee Records tod...
2020-12-041h 23The Reluctant PhoenixEpisode 6: Matthew ZacharyWhat happens when cancer derails your life's work and career path as a young adult? Jeff talks with Matthew Zachary from OffScrip Media about his transformation from concert pianist and composer, to patient advocate.
2020-11-3041 minThe Reluctant PhoenixEpisode 5: Annie TanThe coronavirus has forced many of us to rethink how to safely do our jobs. Activist and educator Annie Tan shares how she learned to find her voice to support teachers and students during this pandemic.
2020-11-2342 minThe Reluctant PhoenixEpisode 4: Ro ReddickThe 2008 market crash and subsequent recession had many scrambling for new ways to make money. For Ro Reddick, it meant divorcing the daily grind of her profession, and finding out how to become a whole and happy person.
2020-11-1644 minThe Reluctant PhoenixEpisode 3: Adam MamawalaWhat happens when the most important opportunity in your career is marred by the truth? Jeff talks with comic Adam Mamawala about his big break amidst divorce.
2020-11-0923 minThe Reluctant PhoenixEpisode 2: Fem AppealJeff talks to Fem Appeal, New York City burlesque icon about her origin story, finding sobriety in a wild nightlife culture and how it feels to be a Black burlesque performer in 2020
2020-11-0246 minThe Reluctant PhoenixEpisode 1: Reverend Craig WansinkJeff talks to Craig Wansink, pastor of Second Presbyterian Church in Norfolk, VA about misinterpreted Bible verses, finding yourself after a surprise divorce and what the church's responsibilities are in a culture of cascading moral bankruptcy.
2020-10-2640 minThe Reluctant PhoenixThe Reluctant PhoenixThe Reluctant Phoenix podcast, by New York standup comic Jeff Simmermon is a series of conversations with a wide variety of people who have restarted their lives whether or not they really wanted to in the first place. In season one, you'll hear from a Presbyterian minister whose real goal is social justice, a burlesque performer who strips as Abe Lincoln, a special ed teacher in NYC public schools who's trying to teach during COVID and more than one or two professional standup comics. Don't forget: a phoenix has to burn to be reborn, and...
2020-10-2102 min
RISK!Awful Jobs (CRE105)A Classic RISK! episode from our first two years! In our fifth episode, Joe Mande, Jeff Simmermon, Tracy Rowland, Jessica Delfino, and William Mullin tell true stories about working hard for the money.Support RISK! on Patreon at Patreon.com/RISKMake a one-time donation to RISK! at PayPal.me/RISKshowGet tickets to RISK! live shows at RISK-show.com/tourGet the RISK! book at TheRISKBook.comTake our storytelling classes at TheStoryStudio.orgHire Kevin Allison to make a personalized video at Cameo.com/TheKevinAllison
2020-09-101h 00RISK!Awful Jobs (CRE105)A Classic RISK! episode from our first two years! In our fifth episode, Joe Mande, Jeff Simmermon, Tracy Rowland, Jessica Delfino, and William Mullin tell true stories about working hard for the money.Support RISK! on Patreon at Patreon.com/RISKMake a one-time donation to RISK! at PayPal.me/RISKshowGet tickets to RISK! live shows at RISK-show.com/tourGet the RISK! book at TheRISKBook.comTake our storytelling classes at TheStoryStudio.orgHire Kevin Allison to make a personalized video at Cameo.com/TheKevinAllison
2020-09-101h 00
RISK!BereavementKevin pays tribute to his late father and Jeff Simmermon, M.J. Kang and Christine share stories about testosterone, surviving assault, and parents getting divorced.Support RISK! on Patreon at Patreon.com/RISKMake a one-time donation to RISK! at PayPal.me/RISKshowGet tickets to RISK! live shows at RISK-show.com/tourGet the RISK! book at TheRISKBook.comTake our storytelling classes at TheStoryStudio.orgHire Kevin Allison to make a personalized video at Cameo.com/TheKevinAllisonHire Kevin Allison as a coach...
2020-08-111h 21RISK!BereavementKevin pays tribute to his late father and Jeff Simmermon, M.J. Kang and Christine share stories about testosterone, surviving assault, and parents getting divorced.Support RISK! on Patreon at Patreon.com/RISKMake a one-time donation to RISK! at PayPal.me/RISKshowGet tickets to RISK! live shows at RISK-show.com/tourGet the RISK! book at TheRISKBook.comTake our storytelling classes at TheStoryStudio.orgHire Kevin Allison to make a personalized video at Cameo.com/TheKevinAllisonHire Kevin Allison as a coach...
2020-08-111h 23
TatterEpisode 53: The Pursuit (w/ Laurie Santos)ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Psychologist Laurie Santos offered a course on well-being in 2018, and it became the most popular course ever offered at Yale University. Her online course also developed a strong following. Now she had a podcast called The Happiness Lab. I had a chance to talk with her about human happiness, and the ways in which our intuitions about what promotes happiness are often wrong. Our discussion includes a discussion of happiness in a time of a pandemic and of physical distancing, but also about happiness and race.
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2020-06-0458 min
Strangers AbroadLostOne of the largest plights of traveling is not knowing exactly where you are. It doesn’t matter how many websites you have on a travel board on Pinterest or how long you have stared at Google Maps, once you land it is easy to take a wrong turn. Your internal GPS glitches out because you have no idea where you are. Nothing is familiar. Everything is novel. Which makes it easier to get turned around. And while we are exploring, we are bound to loose a few things along the way. A backp...
2020-03-251h 00
A Great Listening ExperienceEpisode 70: "Don't Big Talk The Small Talk"Joe and Tom welcome titanic comedian and storyteller Jeff Simmermon. They chop it up about Coronavirus, sick testicles, divorce, and serve a heaping helping of "Relationship Advice from a Hot Single Bachelor and a Homely Married Father". It's a great listening experience.
2020-03-051h 00
Love Hurts64: Jeff Simmermon – Art Class HeroesThis is Love Hurts. Jeff Simmermon is a comedian living Brooklyn. Growing up, Jeff was heavily influenced by the art teachers in his life. A few years ago Jeff found out the teacher he was...
2019-07-2400 min
Love HurtsJeff Simmermon – Art Class HeroesThis is Love Hurts. Jeff Simmermon is a comedian living Brooklyn. Growing up, Jeff was heavily influenced by the art teachers in his life. A few years ago Jeff found out the teacher he was...
2019-07-2434 min
Let's Talk About Sets!Episode 051 COMEDIC STORYTELLING YES AGAIN – Jeff Simmermon: “Building a gobstopper from the inside out”The loquacious, award-winning raconteur and NYC stand-up comic, Jeff Simmermon, hopped on the mic for the show's second foray into COMEDIC STORYTELLING using the principles he has taught and written about. This episode features his own published material and a story by Gastor Almonte from Comedy Central's "This Is Not Happening"
2019-05-1400 min
Speak Up StorytellingJeffrey Freiser: "The Plug Puller"On episode #45 of the Speak Up Storytelling podcast, Matthew and Elysha Dicks talk storytelling! In our followup segment, we offer some corrections on previous episodes and read an email from a recent 100 day Homework for Life champion. ALSO, UPCOMING SHOWS: April 27: "Put Me in Coach: Stories of Athletic Endeavors" at CHS May 18: Speak Up Storytelling: Live podcast recording at CHS June 8: "Nature Calls: Stories of the Outdoors" at Infinity Hall August 17: Solo storytelling show, Taproot Theater, Seattle, WA In our Homework for Life segment, we talk about how a moment that...
2019-04-151h 14
RISK!DisruptionJeff Simmermon, Anwar Newton, and Julie Brister share about kangaroo hunting, a confusing carjacking, and a sister gone too soon.
2018-01-161h 05
RISK!DisruptionJeff Simmermon, Anwar Newton, and Julie Brister share about kangaroo hunting, a confusing carjacking, and a sister gone too soon.Support RISK! on Patreon at Patreon.com/RISKMake a one-time donation to RISK! at PayPal.me/RISKshowGet tickets to RISK! live shows at RISK-show.com/tourGet the RISK! book at TheRISKBook.comTake our storytelling classes at TheStoryStudio.orgHire Kevin Allison to make a personalized video at Cameo.com/TheKevinAllisonHire Kevin Allison as a coach at KevinAllison.com
2018-01-161h 06
Leading The Blind24 - Jeff SimmermonComedian/writer/teacher Jeff Simmermon (@jeffsimmermon) stops by to talk albums, creating classes, and story slams.
2017-07-1300 min
The Curiosity Hour PodcastEpisode 27 - Jeff Simmermon (The Curiosity Hour Podcast by Tommy Estlund and Dan Sterenchuk)Season 2, Episode 27: Jeff Simmermon
Dan Sterenchuk and Tommy Estlund are honored to have as our guest, Jeff Simmermon. Jeff Simmermon is a storyteller, standup comic, and the producer/performer behind 'And I Am Not Lying,' a variety show that combines stand-up, storytelling, burlesque, sideshow and music on the second Friday of every month at Upright Citizens Brigade (UCB) East. His first album, And I Am Not Lying, was released by Comedy Dynamics on June 9, 2017.
He has won multiple Moth StorySLAMS, including a GrandSLAM in March of 2014, and his stories have appeared on This American Life, The Moth's podcast/radio...
2017-06-301h 06
The Laugh Button PodcastAnd Jeff Simmermon is not lyingJeff Simmermon is about to release his debut stand-up comedy album, "And I Am Not Lying." It's a culmination of many years working as a writer of stories, that have appeared on both The Moth and This American Life. Now he's following a true passion of his and turning said funny stories into works of stand-up comedy. Simmermon recounts his journey and lets us know a bit about where he's headed. Download, review, and tell a friend! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2017-06-011h 28
Two Truths and a LieTransit<p>In that space between A and B, there are always some good stories. <a target="_blank" href="amysilverberg.com">Amy Silverberg</a>'s boat ride turns sour. <a target="_blank" href="Jeffsimmermon.com">Jeff Simmermon</a> finds humanity in an angry woman on a bus. and <a target="_blank" href="twitter.com/gosugarhighgo">Emily Krauser</a> tries to make the best out of a birthday/cross-country trip.</p>
2016-06-1000 min
Yum's The Word Show"March Madness" with Dawn Fraser, Jeff Simmermon & Morgan - Ep. 14Our March Madness edition features stories of the wacky and unexpected. Dawn J. Fraser shares the surprising question she was asked when working for the Census, and Jeff Simmermon tells us the story of the crazy way he defended his sister in high school.
Plus, Robin talks to her 6 year-old niece about St. Patrick's Day, green food and the longstanding tradition of drinking on that holiday.
2016-03-2000 min
SPECIAL PEOPLESpecial People, Episode 01: Jeff SimmermonA discussion with comedian Jeff Simmermon about kangaroo shooting, how to almost die in the Grand Canyon, and why the word 'busy' sucks so much.
Special People is a podcast about the most important people in our lives. With jokes. It's hosted by Tom Cowell.
2015-02-231h 20
RISK!FreedomSean Crespo, Jeff Simmermon, Kate Greathead, John F. O'Donnell and Jean Le Bec tell stories at the RISK! NY live show of March 2014.
2014-04-081h 12
Retrospective: The PodcastRetrospective: Jeff Simmermon
"I feel like storytelling shows get real sweater vesty, like if you have too many people, like, talking about their difficult childhoods at a time, my ass starts to hurt pretty fast--my mind's ass starts to hurt. Then, burlesque shows--you get too many of those folks in the same room and it gets skanky after about an hour. And then comedy shows can get too mean. I want to take all that and mix it all up." --Jeff Simmermon
Jeff Simmermon is a live performer whose hallmarks are originality, daring and heart. In this conversation, Jeff shares...
2012-07-2535 minRetrospective: The PodcastRetrospective: Film Writer & Editor Aaron Wolfe
Aaron Wolfe, photo by Jeff Simmermon
How does a boy who dreams of being a rabbi end up making films for the big screen? In this episode of Retrospective, we catch Aaron just after his return from the Los Angeles Film Festival, where his short film "Record/Play" was premiered.He shares:
What it's like to go from creating the work to talking to people about it afterward
How he reconciles being a creative whose work takes many forms across multiple mediums
About being a singular person holding all the complexities of identity
Aa...
2012-06-2724 min