The Jim Colbert Show on Real Radio 104.1
The Jim Colbert Show podcast is a long-time favorite for many listeners, including myself. I was first introduced to Jim and his crew through the Monsters On XM, and immediately found his voice to be a great balance of reason amidst the insanity of the show. His voice and cadence keep me interested and entertained, especially during long drives as I use podcasts to pass the time. This podcast has quickly become my favorite, and the first one I download daily.
One of the best aspects of The Jim Colbert Show is how well the conversation flows among Jim and his crew. They have a great dynamic and manage to keep things interesting without degrading each other (for the most part). What I appreciate even more is their effort to keep political bashing to a minimum. In a world saturated with divisive rhetoric, it's refreshing to listen to a podcast that focuses on entertaining talk radio without getting too caught up in politics.
Another positive aspect of this podcast is how Jim has built his show with a diverse range of segments. From Deborah Roberts' Animal House to Rauce Padgett's Rauce Thoughts, there's always something different going on. It keeps the content fresh and ensures that there's something for everyone. Additionally, Jack, one of the members of the crew, adds an extra layer of enjoyment to the show.
However, like any podcast, there are some drawbacks worth mentioning. One minor annoyance is Jimmy's obsession with Deb's voice and laugh. While it may not bother everyone, it can get repetitive and tiresome after a while. Additionally, Jimmy's occasional short attitude with Rauce comes across as arrogant and pompous at times. It would be nice if they could find a better balance in their interactions.
Some bits on the show are easy to skip over, and there are moments where they seem to repeat promotions excessively. These aspects can make certain parts less enjoyable for listeners who prefer more varied content or want to avoid repetitive segments. Nonetheless, these cons are relatively minor in comparison to the overall quality of the podcast.
In conclusion, The Jim Colbert Show podcast is a joy to listen to. It never fails to make me laugh out loud and is highly recommended for anyone who enjoys entertaining talk radio. Jim and his crew have built a dynamic show that keeps the conversation flowing and offers something for everyone. Despite a few minor annoyances, this podcast provides quality content that deserves recognition and appreciation. I hope it continues to thrive as long as its predecessor, The Phile, did.
Friday – Jim is away so Brian Grimes from Johnny's House and Dani Meyering join us as guest co-hosts. We prepare for Mother's Day weekend. Prime Time Kitchen with Orlando Weekly Restaurant Critic Faiyaz Kara on new Greek food, Luke's gets an upgrade and kidnapping Jim. Plus, JCS News, Sink or Sail, Embers Only, Pick the Porn & You Heard it Here First.
Faiyaz Kara, restaurant critic with the Orlando Weekly, gives us his review of Parea Greek Taverna. Faiyaz also shares that O Bon Chocolatier has opened at East End Market, while Luke's has undergone a refresh, and Dick's Last Resort is now open.
Thursday – We got a new Pope! Do you have soda loyalty? Should A.I. be used for victim impact statements in court? Rauce Padgett joins us on Thursdays. Date Night Guide with Dani Meyering with date night ideas for Mother's Day weekend. Attorney Glenn Klausman with a recap of Herpes vs. Geico for Colbert Court. Plus, JCS News, JCS Trivia & You Heard it Here First.
In this edition of Colbert Court, Attorney Glenn Klausman gives an update on the case of a woman who sued GEICO after contracting herpes while having sex in her partner's car, claiming the insurance company should cover her medical expenses and damages.
Dani Meyering with Orlando Date Night Guide offers a list of ideas to help celebrate a special Mother's Day, including brunch in Orlando, special events, or even a quiet day trip. See the complete list at https://www.orlandodatenightguide.com/things-to-do-22853/
Wednesday – What is the next tech after smart phones? Animal House with Daisy Fiore with the Audubon Center for Birds of Prey and Suzie, an America Kestral. Orlando Sentinel columnist Scott Maxwell on the current legislative session in Florida that is now in overtime. Rauce Padgett and Joel Warren join us to talk about the Orlando Fringe festival. Alan Harris and Albert Adams from Seminole County join us to talk about the need for foster parents for dogs. Plus, JCS News, JCS Trivia & You Heard it Here First.
Alan Harris and Albert Adams from Seminole County Animal Services discuss the challenges they face with their over-crowded shelter and their need for foster families, folks willing to adopt, or even just take a dog for a walk. Learn more, call (407) 665-5201 or go to www.seminolecountyfl.gov.
Rauce Padgett, with the podcast "Good Sauce with Rauce & Joel," shares the prep going into he and Joel's newest show for the Orlando Fringe Festival, called "Ten More Sketches with Rauce & Joel." Also on tonight's podcast, Episode #55, Rauce shares the unique way he came to his wife's rescue.
Orlando Sentinel columnist Scott Maxwell talks about the good, the bad, and the downright strange legislation that was recently passed in Tallahassee, along with the journey of Orlando's poet laureate, Shawn Welcome, who went from homeless to high-demand.
Tuesday – What does it take to be considered a hero? Where is the best place to be a cop? Do some AI filters go too far? We review Jim's pick of videos showing how some foods are made for WYDTN. It's Only Money with Greg Roessler from Edgewater Family Wealth answering Social Security and Medicare questions. Plus, JCS News, JCS Trivia & You Heard it Here First.
Greg Roessler with Edgewater Family Wealth talks about Social Security and Medicare, and what it means to take your retirement early at age 62 instead of 67.
We review Jim's choice for Whatd'ya Do That's New, which was the Top 10 Throwback Unwrapped Videos on YouTube. Next week, we review Deborah's choice, which is a short video from BBC The Social, on why It's Time To Stop Saying Asperger's.
Monday – Alejandro joins us in Cinco de Mayo while Deb is away. Would you sleep with a stranger for $500? Brandon Kravitz on what moves the Magic should make, Orlando City draws, Kentucky Derby in the mud and being called fluffy. Attorney Ray Traendly on the status of the Sean Diddy Combs case going to trial. Plus, JCS News, JCS Trivia & You Heard it Here First.
Brandon Kravitz on what moves the Magic should make, Orlando City draws, Kentucky Derby in the mud and being called fluffy.
Friday – Talking charity, Roblox, balloons and getting out of a funk. Prime Time Kitchen with Orlando Weekly Restaurant Critic Faiyaz Kara. Roblox Chief Safety Officer Matt Kaufman. Plus, JCS News, Sink or Sail, Embers Only, Pick the Porn & You Heard it Here First.
Chief Safety Officer for Roblox, Matt Kaufman, shares the safety features in place on the popular online game platform and game creation system following the arrest of a 17-year-old in Marion County.
Faiyaz Kara, restaurant critic for the Orlando Weekly, gives his review of El Coqui Ninja, which blends the flavors of Chino Boricua at their Curry Ford Road location, the former home of Black Rooster Taqueria. Faiyaz also talks about Tiger Sugar, which features boba tea, which will open its first Orlando location this year in Mills 50, plus more.
Thursday – If you sleep with a married person should you be held liable if they split up? Date Night Guide with Dani Meyering with date night ideas for the first weekend in May. Attorney Glenn Klausman with the Case of how to pick a lawyer for Colbert Court. Plus, JCS News, JCS Trivia & You Heard it Here First.
Attorney Glenn Klausman talks about how you pick an attorney after you've been in an accident can greatly affect your case.
Date Night Guide with Dani Meyering with date night ideas including Bok Tower Gardens' Fire Festival. Dani also talks about May Movie Night at Harry P. Leu Gardens, which will feature the 1996 blockbuster 'Twister,' before wrapping it up with various events celebrating Cinco de Mayo. Get the list here https://www.orlandodatenightguide.com/things-to-do-22853/
Wednesday – Relief is coming to Orange County residents with medical debt. Restaurant owner Jason Chin comes in to talk Boozy Brunch. Sgt. Jeremy Nix from the Marion County Sheriff's Office and former Orange County Sheriff's Deputy Robert Ramos are in for Animal House to talk about K9's United. Orlando Sentinel columnist Scott Maxwell on compensation for wrongful convictions in Florida. Rauce Padgett updates us on Good Sauce. Plus, JCS News, JCS Trivia & You Heard it Here First.
Rauce Padgett, with the podcast 'Good Sauce with Rauce & Joel,' shares what's coming up in tonight's Episode 54, including taking on the viral subject of ther week: who would win in a battle between a gorilla versus 100 men. Rauce says they also do a lot of talking about the Pope after Joel watched the movie, 'Conclave.' Lastly, Rauce shares the latest updates on their upcoming show at the Fringe Festival.
Jason Chin, owner of the Good Salt Restaurant Group, shares what is was like to be named the city's first James Beard Award finalists for Outstanding Restaurateur. Jason also shares he and his staff's excitement in hosting The Jim Colbert Show's 'Boozy Brunch' on Sunday, May 4th, 2025. Get your tickets at RealRadio.fm/brunch.
Orlando Sentinel columnist Scott Maxwell on compensation for wrongful convictions in Florida.
Sgt. Jay Nix, from the Marion County Sheriff's Office K9 Unit, and former Orange County Sheriff's Office K9 Deputy Robert Ramos, talk about the new license plate that benefits K9's United and how the plate proceeds support law enforcement agencies in Florida, and even around the country.
Tuesday – Cat Ridgeway stops by with a music career update. We talk guilty pleasure snacks and Jim's Chick-fil-A bill. Where are the best places to visit in Florida? We review listener Cheryl's pick of Sting at the Kennedy Center Honors for WYDTN. It's Only Money with Scott Brown with Edgewater Family Wealth on goals and plans not being the same thing and things you can do if you want bad returns. Plus, JCS News, JCS Trivia & You Heard it Here First.
It's Only Money with Scott Brown with Edgewater Family Wealth on goals and plans not being the same thing and things you can do if you want bad returns.
We review Cheryl's choice for Whatd'ya Do That's New, which is Sting's Kennedy Center Honors from 2014. Next week, it's Jim's choice about how some of our favorite food items are made.
Monday - When is an adult male a fully formed adult? More adult kids are relying on their parents for help, when should parents cut the cord? Brandon Kravitz on the Shedeur Sanders finally being drafted, the Orlando Magic against the ropes in the NBA Playoffs, and Orlando City finds the back of the net. Attorney Ray Traendly with the latest on the Luigi Mangione case. Plus, JCS News, JCS Trivia & You Heard it Here First.
Brandon Kravitz from 96.9 The Game gives his take on Shedeur Sanders finally being drafted, the Orlando Magic against the ropes in the NBA Playoffs, and Orlando City finds the back of the net.
Friday – Lady Jaimz is in talking about Corsets and Cuties. Sarah brings up Feisty Trivia. Jim proclaims a love for nuts and Deb plans to do a naked rain dance. Prime Time Kitchen with Orlando Weekly Restaurant Critic Faiyaz Kara. Plus, JCS News, Sink or Sail, Embers Only, Pick the Porn & You Heard it Here First.
Lady Jaimz, from 'Corsets and Cuties,' shares what to expect at The Jim Colbert Show's Boozy Brunch, which will feature the seductive sass of Corsets & Cuties' burlesque. Boozy Brunch will take place at Osprey Restaurant on Sunday, May 4th, 2025, 11 AM sharp. Get your tickets at RealRadio.fm/brunch.
Faiyaz Kara, the restaurant critic for the Orlando Weekly, shares his review of Zen Dumpling in Waterford Lakes. Faiyaz also shares that the Thirsty Topher, a local watering hole in Ivanhoe Village, would be closing up shop after 12 years and be replaced by Ziggie' Pizza.
Thursday – We talk about the struggles for special needs families. The Oscars want you to watch what you vote for. Date Night Guide with Dani Meyering with date night ideas like Bar Helios at Epic Universe, Activate Orlando at Pointe Orlando, Harbor Nights Primavera, The Prohibition Party fundraiser at The Abbey, a Blueberry Festival and more. Attorney Glenn Klausman with the case of the $2k release for Colbert Court. Plus, JCS News, JCS Trivia & You Heard it Here First.
In this episode of Colbert Court, Attorney Glenn Klausman gives us a case to figure out and we once again deal with the confusing world of car insurance and when and how to use it.
Wednesday – Do you like picnics? Do you have a favorite flavor of Doritos? Should police have required trauma therapy? Animal House with Daryl Payne from Pawfection Dog Training. Orlando Sentinel columnist Scott Maxwell on dumbing down our schools by cutting A.P. classes and spending tax money to bring sports to town. Rauce Padgett updates us on Good Sauce. Plus, JCS News, JCS Trivia & You Heard it Here First.
Rauce Padgett with the podcast 'Good Sauce with Rauce & Joel' shares what's coming up in tonight's episode, including when was the last time you made your spouse cry-laugh? Rauce also talks about his latest joys being a new Dad, the latest designs for unicycles, and more.
Orlando Sentinel columnist Scott Maxwell on dumbing down our schools by cutting A.P. classes and spending tax money to bring sports to town.
Darryl Payne with Pawfection Dog Training once again answers listeners' questions regarding their puppies' and dogs' behavior, including when is a good time to socialize your dog, what size crate should you use, and even what is the best to leave on in the background when you leave the house: a radio or TV? Learn more at www.pawfectiondogtraining.com or call (407) 456-1066.
Tuesday – Should lawmakers put a limit on rent costs at mobile home parks? Do you vet the coaches of your kids? Are your student loans paid off? We review The Making of The Americas for WYDTN. It's Only Money with Scott Brown with Edgewater Family Wealth on the Great Return Lie and set it and forget it models in 401ks. Plus, JCS News, JCS Trivia & You Heard it Here First.
Scott Brown with Edgewater Family Wealth discusses what the 'great return lie' is and how it can trap you with the wrong financial adviser. Scott also talks about 'set it and forget it' models in 401ks.
We review Jack's choice for Whatd'ya Do That's New, which is The Making of The Americas, a behind-the-scenes documentary of NBC's hit nature docuseries which is now streaming on Peacock. Next week we review a listener's choice. Cheryl recommended Sting's performance at the Kennedy Center.
Monday – Pope Francis dies, now what? Was it wrong for a college professor to leave a classroom full of students during a shooting? Bruddah Matt drops in with Poke. Brandon Kravitz on the Magic playoffs, Orlando City not scoring and the NFL Draft. Attorney Ray Traendly on home drone defense. Plus, JCS News, JCS Trivia & You Heard it Here First.
Brandon Kravitz from 96.9 The Game talks about how the playoffs are off to a bad start for the Orlando Magic. The Celtics beat them, 103-86, yesterday in Boston in Game One of their first-round Eastern Conference series. Brandon also discusses Orlando City before wrapping it up with a mention about the NFL Draft.
Friday – It is our final day of Search Your Ace Off because a listener finds the prize and calls the show. Jim explores the deals available for 420 day. Prime Time Kitchen with Orlando Weekly Restaurant Critic Faiyaz Kara. Plus, JCS News, Sink or Sail, Embers Only, Pick the Porn & You Heard it Here First. Prime
Faiyaz Kara, restaurant critic with the Orlando Weekly, talks about the Michelin Guide awarding two stars to Sorekara yesterday. Sorekara is just the second Florida restaurant to get two Michelin Guide stars. The other is in Miami. Michelin Guide also awarded a star to Omo by Jont in Winter Park. Faiyaz also shares his review of The Chapman in Winter Park with its Florida-centric fare, along with his reviews of other restaurants.
Thursday – We get the latest on the FSU shooting. We also talk women staying single, going to church as kids and where to find great fried chicken. Date Night Guide with Dani Meyering with date night ideas for Easter weekend including free music and art at the Morse Museum, a cookie decorating class at Ivanhoe Park Lager House, painting in Winter Park, the Lion King returns to Dr. Phillips and more. Plus, JCS News, JCS Trivia & You Heard it Here First.
Date Night Guide with Dani Meyering with date night ideas for Easter weekend including free music and art at the Morse Museum, a cookie decorating class at Ivanhoe Park Lager House, painting in Winter Park, the Lion King returns to Dr. Phillips and more. See the list here: https://www.orlandodatenightguide.com/things-to-do-22853/
Wednesday – Is pool the new pickleball? Has the home theater idea been replaced by the soundbar? Rauce Padgett updates us on Good Sauce. Pet Alliance brings a couple of kittens in for Animal House. Orlando Sentinel columnist Scott Maxwell on the Republican in0fighting in Talahassee, Plus, JCS News, JCS Trivia & You Heard it Here First.
Rauce Padgett, with the podcast 'Good Sauce with Rauce & Joel,' talks about what to expect on tonight's episode, like what it feels like to win a bowling tournament. After this week's Blue Origin launch, Rauce also asks which celebrities we would send to space, along with which celebrity you would want to introduce humanity to aliens, and more.
Orlando Sentinel columnist Scott Maxwell discusses the continuing battles between lawmakers in the Florida House and Governor Ron DeSantis over his wife's Hope Florida Foundation.