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As kids, most of us look up to our Dads. A Dad should be a positive role model who shows us the value of hard work. Dads are supposed to teach us the difference between right and wrong. But that’s not the story we’re telling here. This is the story of Gary Vider, a successful stand-up comedian, who grew up with a Dad unlike any other. Manny Vider was a con man, whose schemes and lies span over 4 decades. It’s been 24 years since Gary has seen his father and he doesn’t have a clue what he’s up to these days. But Gary is ready to open Pandora’s Box and take listeners on a deeply personal and comedic journey to uncover the outrageous truth about his Dad before he attempts to meet him face to face. Does Manny regret his con man life? Is he finally on the straight and narrow? Or is he still wearing a fake neck brace, forging documents, and creating sham businesses to scam anyone who will take the bait? Welcome to the hilarious and heartfelt true story of Gary Vider and his #1 Dad.

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    • Feb 15, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 22m AVG DURATION
    • 13 EPISODES
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    Introducing: Once Upon A Con

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2025 2:01 Transcription Available


    Caroline D'Amore thought she'd found a mentor in David Bloom, a self-proclaimed power player with ties to some of the world’s most influential CEOs. But her excitement quickly turns to betrayal when David’s complex scheme to defraud her and others out of nearly a quarter of a million dollars is exposed. Determined to seek justice, Caroline takes matters into her own hands and turns the tables on the man once known as the “Wall Street Whiz Kid.” Who is David Bloom – and will he ever pay for his crimes? Find out on Season 1 of Once Upon a Con. Listen here and subscribe to Once Upon A Con on the iHeartRadio app or wherever you get your podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Introducing: MESS with Sydnee Washington and Marie Faustin

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2024 1:30 Transcription Available


    Hi #1 Dad Fans! Take a listen to the trailer of our newest show, MESS with Sydnee Washington and Marie Faustin. About the show: Comedians Sydnee Washington and Marie Faustin return to their podcast thrones with MESS, a weekly podcast where they dive into the mess that is life on earth and try to make it make sense. Hilarity ensues as opinions fly, realizations are made, and the mess is cleaned up. Well, until next week. Listen here and subscribe to MESS with Sydnee Washington and Marie Faustin on the iHeartRadio app or wherever you get your podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Garden

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2024 24:59 Transcription Available


    The fondest memory Gary has with his father was sneaking into Madison Square Garden and posing as a reporter and photographer. But what would it be like if they went to a game with actual tickets? Find out in the #1 Dad series finale. Stand-Up Tour Dates:https://punchup.live/garyviderWebsite: https://www.garyvider.com/ Follow Gary: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garyvider/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@garyviderFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/garyvidercomedian/YouTube:https://youtube.com/@garyvidercomedy?si=Q5rgRSIkOeudxpNeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2024 40:33 Transcription Available


    Gary sits down with Manny and asks him to answer the questions that have plagued him his entire life. Stand-Up Tour Dates:https://punchup.live/garyviderWebsite: https://www.garyvider.com/ Follow Gary: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garyvider/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@garyviderFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/garyvidercomedian/YouTube:https://youtube.com/@garyvidercomedy?si=Q5rgRSIkOeudxpNeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The House

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2024 24:30 Transcription Available


    The last time Gary was in his childhood home he was 15 years old. Manny takes Gary on a tour of the house that has been virtually untouched since 1998. Stand-Up Tour Dates:https://punchup.live/garyviderWebsite: https://www.garyvider.com/ Follow Gary: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garyvider/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@garyviderFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/garyvidercomedian/YouTube:https://youtube.com/@garyvidercomedy?si=Q5rgRSIkOeudxpNeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    2nd Ave Deli

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2024 28:13 Transcription Available


    Gary prepares to meet his father for the first time in 24 years at the 2nd Ave Deli. But there's one catch. He's going to be wearing a wire.  Stand-Up Tour Dates:https://punchup.live/garyviderWebsite: https://www.garyvider.com/ Follow Gary: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garyvider/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@garyviderFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/garyvidercomedian/YouTube:https://youtube.com/@garyvidercomedy?si=Q5rgRSIkOeudxpNeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Stakeout

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 26:37 Transcription Available


    After several failed attempts of trying to get in touch with his father, Gary is left with only one option: staking out his childhood home to find out if his dad still lives there.  Stand-Up Tour Dates:https://punchup.live/garyviderWebsite: https://www.garyvider.com/ Follow Gary: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garyvider/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@garyviderFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/garyvidercomedian/YouTube:https://youtube.com/@garyvidercomedy?si=Q5rgRSIkOeudxpNeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    AT&T vs Manny Vider

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2024 26:05 Transcription Available


    Gary's search for his father is becoming more difficult than he expected. In the meantime, after recounting the raid on his childhood home by the US Marshals, Gary dives deep into the court case between AT&T and his father.   Stand-Up Tour Dates:https://punchup.live/garyviderWebsite: https://www.garyvider.com/ Follow Gary: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garyvider/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@garyviderFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/garyvidercomedian/YouTube:https://youtube.com/@garyvidercomedy?si=Q5rgRSIkOeudxpNeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Right Choice

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2024 35:56 Transcription Available


    Gary reaches out to his dad, but is left with more questions. While trying to figure out his next steps, Gary talks with former employees of his father's payphone company and gains insight into how, like everything else, this business was another one of Manny's scams. Stand-Up Tour Dates:https://punchup.live/garyviderWebsite: https://www.garyvider.com/ Follow Gary: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garyvider/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@garyviderFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/garyvidercomedian/YouTube:https://youtube.com/@garyvidercomedy?si=Q5rgRSIkOeudxpNeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Great Pretender

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2024 29:14 Transcription Available


    Family Vacations. A Lacrosse injury. And a furniture scam. Gary talks to his sister Jamie about their childhood and she encourages him to reach out to their older sister, Danielle. But it won't be easy. The last time Gary and Danielle spoke was 6 years ago. The reason? She started talking to their father again. Stand-Up Tour Dates:https://punchup.live/garyviderWebsite: https://www.garyvider.com/ Follow Gary: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garyvider/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@garyviderFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/garyvidercomedian/YouTube:https://youtube.com/@garyvidercomedy?si=Q5rgRSIkOeudxpNeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Can We Talk About Dad?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2024 24:56 Transcription Available


    A sketchy childhood. Some therapy. And a little help from comedian Sam Morril. Gary's investigative journey brings him to his Mom's house to talk with her about the man she despises most in this world. Stand-Up Tour Dates:https://punchup.live/garyviderWebsite: https://www.garyvider.com/ Follow Gary: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garyvider/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@garyviderFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/garyvidercomedian/YouTube:https://youtube.com/@garyvidercomedy?si=Q5rgRSIkOeudxpNeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Fake Reporter

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2024 23:33


    A 90's sports scam that led to an interview with Michael Jordan. Gary talks to comedian Nate Bargatze about the good times with his conman Dad. Then he goes on a mission to find out who his father, Manny Vider, really is. Stand-Up Tour Dates:https://punchup.live/garyviderWebsite: https://www.garyvider.com/ Follow Gary: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garyvider/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@garyviderFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/garyvidercomedian/YouTube:https://youtube.com/@garyvidercomedy?si=Q5rgRSIkOeudxpNeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Introducing: #1 Dad

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2024 2:21 Transcription Available


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