Burl's Worlds of Wonderment

Burl reads one of his Apology Letters, this time for an intemperate remark he made about the 9.6-Volt Ryobi Cordless Drill to a stranger a few years ago. Recorded live at Joketellers Union at Clockout Lounge 2/20/20.Theme song by Kevin MurphySupport the show (http://www.patreon.com/bretthamil)

Burl shares a slide show presentation explaining which power saw represents your phase of life, from young adulthood all the way up to old age. Recorded live at Joketellers Union at Clockout Lounge 2/13/20.Theme song by Kevin MurphySupport the show (http://www.patreon.com/bretthamil)

Burl shares his 5 Phases of Holding a Newborn Baby, and explains why you shouldn't be scared to hold one. Recorded live at Joketellers Union at Clockout Lounge 1/15/20.Theme song by Kevin MurphySupport the show (http://www.patreon.com/bretthamil)

One of Burl's goals for the new year is to get more into different types of mustards. In this presentation, he asks AND answers "What Does Your Mustard Say About You?" Recorded live at Joketellers Union at Clockout Lounge 1/8/20.Theme song by Tomo NakayamaSupport the show (http://www.patreon.com/bretthamil)

Burl announces that he has found a forever home for his 13-18 year old foster dog, Mamie the Pomeranian mix. Recorded live at Joketellers Union at Clockout Lounge 12/4/19.Theme song by Tomo NakayamaSupport the show (http://www.patreon.com/bretthamil)

Burl invites the audience to consider what common home repair projects correspond to the troubles in their own relationships. Recorded live at Joketellers Union at Clockout Lounge 10/16/19.Theme song by Kevin MurphySupport the show (http://www.patreon.com/bretthamil)

Burl defends the Makita 1/2" Cordless Power Drill from a 1-star review...and ends up making a new friend. Recorded live at Joketellers Union at the Clockout Lounge on 11/20/19. Theme song by Kevin MurphySupport the show (http://www.patreon.com/bretthamil)

Burl combines his knowledge of the construction trades with a lifetime of emotional struggle to present a new personality quiz to the audience of Joketellers Union at the Clockout Lounge. Recorded 11/13/19Theme song by Tomo NakayamaSupport the show (http://www.patreon.com/bretthamil)

Burl reflects on the moments in his life when he feels safe and accepted. Recorded live at Joketellers Union at the Clockout Lounge, 11/6/19. Theme song by Kevin MurphySupport the show (http://www.patreon.com/bretthamil)

Burl explains what to do when a baby cries every time they see you. Recorded live at Joketellers Union at the Clockout Lounge, 6/19. Theme song by Kevin MurphySupport the show (http://www.patreon.com/bretthamil)

Periodically when he's feeling anxious, Burl writes letters of apology to people he's wronged in the past. He reads a couple recent ones to the folks at Joketellers Union. Recorded 8/21/19Theme song by Tomo NakayamaSupport the show (http://www.patreon.com/bretthamil)

Burl leads you through a special "personality quiz" presentation: "What Does Your Choice of Fastener Say About Your Friendship Style?"Recorded live at Joketellers Union at the Clockout, every Wednesday at 8:30 pm.Opening theme song by Tomo NakayamaClosing theme by Julia MasseySupport the show (http://www.patreon.com/bretthamil)

Burl tries to get the perfect gift for his potential stepson/stepgrandson's 3rd birthday, but is confronted with an implacable mystery. Recorded live at Joketellers Union at the Clockout Lounge 8/14/19Theme song by Tomo NakayamaSupport the show (http://www.patreon.com/bretthamil)

In a bonus live episode recorded at Joketellers Union at the Clockout Lounge, Burl discusses his struggles with Chronic Progressive Pee Shyness and shares some tips he's developed for coping with it.Theme song by Tomo NakayamaSupport the show (http://www.patreon.com/bretthamil)

Burl reports back on his first date with Krystle and enlists the audience in helping him decide if he should ask her out again. He closes by announcing that this is the final episode of Season 1. Keep your eye out for Season 2, packed with new music, new production styles and new stories. In the interim, we will be posting some live episodes recorded at Joketellers Union at the Clockout Lounge.Support the show (http://www.patreon.com/bretthamil)

Burl talks about his newfound appreciation for ambient music, and describes the thoughts & feelings a few selected songs evoke in him.Theme song by Julia MasseyBackground & ambient music by David GolightlySupport the show (http://www.patreon.com/bretthamil)

Burl lists his many triggers from past traumas, then confronts a heartbreak from his youth that's dredged up every time he hears the 1993 Spin Doctors hit "Two Princes."Theme song by Julia MasseyBackground music by David GolightlySupport the show (http://www.patreon.com/bretthamil)

Burl and Durnell undertake a vigilante action to protect the alley toddlers, and Burl reads an open letter to the authorities.Theme song by Julia MasseyBackground music by David GolightlySupport the show (http://www.patreon.com/bretthamil)

Burl reminisces about his dearly departed companion, Fogerty, and explains his preference for very old dogs. Then he compares some possible mixed breeds he'd like to adopt.Theme song by Julia MasseyBackground music by David GolightlySupport the show (http://www.patreon.com/bretthamil)

Burl looks to the animal world for inspiration and learns some important truths about himself from raccoons, alligators, and manatees.Theme song by Julia MasseyBackground music by David GolightlySupport the show (http://www.patreon.com/bretthamil)

Burl tries his hand at writing fables, with lessons drawn from his own life.Theme song by Julia MasseyBackground music by David GolightlySupport the show (http://www.patreon.com/bretthamil)

Durnell convinces Burl to join an online dating website, and they take turns writing his profile. Theme song by Julia MasseyBackground music by David GolightlySupport the show (http://www.patreon.com/bretthamil)

Burl discusses the creative destruction of babies, then builds a wall of childhood resentments out of nursery building blocks ("destruction blocks") and knocks it down in a Transformative Re-Parenting Experience.Theme song by Julia MasseyBackground music by David GolightlySupport the show (http://www.patreon.com/bretthamil)

Burl talks about the difficult relationship between dogs and their greatest natural threat: babies. Then he reads a children's book he wrote on the topic.Theme song by Julia MasseyBackground music by David GolightlySupport the show (http://www.patreon.com/bretthamil)

Burl explains how he wasn't allowed to cry as a child. He shares the last 10 things he's cried about, which he records in his crying journal, or "criary." Share what you've been crying about by emailing burldirkman (at) gmail or tweeting @BurlDirkman!Theme song by Julia MasseyBackground music by David GolightlySupport the show (http://www.patreon.com/bretthamil)

Burl Dirkman sets the stage by talking about his militaristic upbringing, his stint as the frontman for a Creedence Clearwater Revival cover band, his wild years as a storm chaser, and how he came to devote his life to spreading the word about the healing powers of babies.Theme song by Julia MasseyBackground music by David GolightlySupport the show (http://www.patreon.com/bretthamil)