S3 E7: Talking Religion in the news with John Armstrong and Steve Mers

Comical Heathen S3 E10: Jay Whitecotton

* In early December, I had a scintillating (yes, I said SCINTILLATING) conversation with the amazing Jay Whitecotton. We cover a lot of ground here, but our launching-off point is, as always, satire. Originally livestreamed on December 17, 2025, this episode has been slightly edited for your enjoyment. It includes the popular segment “PSAs” by my comedy brother Jeff Gedert. Post-production assistance was provided by Sean Scott. Original Bach organ music by Mark Bell, remixed by Mr. Gedert. Jay Whitecotton on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaywhitecotton/ [https://www.instagram.com/jaywhitecotton/] Find The Comical Heathen: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/comicalheathen [https://www.facebook.com/comicalheathen] Website: https://comicalheathen.com/ [https://comicalheathen.com/] Email us with comments, suggestions, or questions: https://www.goldstarclassroom.com/ [https://www.goldstarclassroom.com/] Get a Comical Heathen coffee mug at Jerry’s merch shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/JerryJaffeComedyShop?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=624456037 [https://www.etsy.com/shop/JerryJaffeComedyShop?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=624456037]

Comical Heathen S3 E9: Steve Sabo and Rob Coleman

Last May I had the honor of running a livestream with two comedians who mean a lot to me--my comedy brother Rob Coleman and my mentor and good friend Steve Sabo.  Then, technical difficulties prevented Steve from joining us, so I wound up interviewing him separately.  The result was a podcast episode that required more than my usual amount of post-production.  Then, my life took 27 unscheduled turns--and the whole episode got lost in post-production hell.  With the help of my good friend Sean Scott, I finally dug this episode out of the quagmire of funk and present it to you today.  Two separate conversations that were meant to be one.  In the meantime, Steve published his new book, How to Fail at Stand-up Comedy Writing and Rob only went and won the 2025 World Series of Comedy.  Congratulations to them both on these great accomplishments AND apologies to them both for the delay in getting this episode out.   Steve's website:  https://stevesabo.com/ [https://stevesabo.com/]   Rob's website:  https://www.robcolemancomedian.com/ [https://www.robcolemancomedian.com/]   Find The Comical Heathen on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/comicalheathen [https://www.facebook.com/comicalheathen]   Our website:  https://comicalheathen.com/ [https://comicalheathen.com/]   Email us with questions, comments, or suggestions: comicalheathen@gmail.com [comicalheathen@gmail.com]

Comical Heathen S3 E8: Talking New Zealand Comedy w/ Jeremy Elwood

In this episode, my guest is Jeremy Elwood, one of New Zealand's leading comedians.  During the years I lived there, I met Jeremy, seen him perform comedy as well as act--just one of my favorite parts of being there, for sure.  My guest co-host is John Hensler, one of my partners in heathen-flavoured comedy.  Originally a livestream from January 8, 2025--this is slightly edited for your enjoyment.  Includes the popular segment "PSA's" by my comedy brother Jeff Gedert.  Post production assistance from Sean Scott.  Original Bach organ music from Mark Bell.   Jeremy Elwood facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeremy.elwood.58   website: https://www.jeremyelwood.com/   John Hensler facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/john.hensler.10      * Find the Comical Heathen on Facebook:    https://www.facebook.com/comicalheathen * Our website:  https://comicalheathen.com/ * Email us with comments, suggestions, or questions: comicalheathen@gmail.com [comcialhetahen@gmail.com] * This is an ad-free and independently produced podcast.  Please consider donating via this link (to our other podcast):  https://www.goldstarclassroom.com/ [https://www.goldstarclassroom.com/] * Get a Comical Heathen coffee mug at Jerry's merch shop:https://www.etsy.com/shop/JerryJaffeComedyShop?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=624456037 [https://www.etsy.com/shop/JerryJaffeComedyShop?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=624456037]

Comical Heathen S3 E7: Talking Comedy Clubs w/ Mark and Jesse

In this episode, my guest is Mark Riccadonna (one of my personal favorite comedians) and my guest co-host is Jesse Pimpinelle (who puts the comedy "pimp" into comedy).  We discuss the qualities of good comedy clubs as well as topics from listeners, such as "what is punching down?"  Originally a livestream from January 4, 2025--this is slightly edited for your enjoyment.  Includes the popular segment "PSA's" by my comedy brother Jeff Gedert.  Post production assistance from SEan Scott.  Original Bach organ music from Mark Bell.   Mark Riccadonna:  facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/markriccadonna [https://www.facebook.com/markriccadonna]   website:  https://markriccadonna.com/ [https://markriccadonna.com/]   Jesse Pimpinella:  facebook:https://www.facebook.com/ComedyJesseP   website:  https://www.jessepimpinella.com/ [https://www.jessepimpinella.com/]   * Find the Comical Heathen on Facebook:    https://www.facebook.com/comicalheathen * Our website:  https://comicalheathen.com/ * Email us with comments, suggestions, or questions: comicalheathen@gmail.com [comcialhetahen@gmail.com] * This is an ad-free and independently produced podcast.  Please consider donating via this link (to our other podcast):  https://www.goldstarclassroom.com/ [https://www.goldstarclassroom.com/] * Get a Comical Heathen coffee mug at Jerry's merch shop:https://www.etsy.com/shop/JerryJaffeComedyShop?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=624456037 [https://www.etsy.com/shop/JerryJaffeComedyShop?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=624456037] * Additional background music courtesy of Musopen

S3 E7: Talking Religion in the news with John Armstrong and Steve Mers

Originally a livestream from June 23 (2024), in this episode Jerry is joined by Steve Mers and John Armstrong.  In June of 2024 there was suddenly a bunch of stories in the news about religion and we decided to dissect them and also make fun of them.  Some of the stories covered included Louisiana adding the 10 commandments to classrooms and several states allowing students to skip school for bible study, amongst others.  Please enjoi.   Visit John on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100012674684191   Visit Steve on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/steve.mers   https://apnews.com/article/louisiana-ten-commandments-displayed-classrooms-571a2447906f7bbd5a166d53db005a62 [https://apnews.com/article/louisiana-ten-commandments-displayed-classrooms-571a2447906f7bbd5a166d53db005a62]   https://www.cleveland.com/news/2024/05/ohio-public-schools-are-releasing-kids-for-religious-instruction-during-the-school-day-soon-they-could-be-required-to-do-it.html     * Find the Comical Heathen on Facebook:    https://www.facebook.com/comicalheathen * Our website:  https://comicalheathen.com/ * Email us with comments or questions: comicalheathen@gmail.com [comcialhetahen@gmail.com] * This is an ad-free and independently produced podcast.  Please consider donating via this link (to our other podcast):  https://www.goldstarclassroom.com/ [https://www.goldstarclassroom.com/] * Get a Comical Heathen coffee mug at Jerry's merch shop:https://www.etsy.com/shop/JerryJaffeComedyShop?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=624456037 [https://www.etsy.com/shop/JerryJaffeComedyShop?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=624456037] * Additional background music courtesy of Musopen