Podcast appearances and mentions of John Branyan

Hey, Neighbor! Don't mind The Podcast Ninja, with one foot out the door. He would much rather be watching the Pacers Game 7 than sitting at the table. (And, truly, he has done a LOT of communicating this week, so he has earned it.) Shout out to the China Compass podcast on the Fight Laugh Feast Network! Luke and Missionary Ben recorded their Final Game predictions and have plans to recap the whole series soon. Next: Women in basketball. Is it a good thing to "have each other's back" by beating the crap out of your opponents? Nobody condones violence... but they totally do! Finally: Are women actually more LOYAL to their tribe than men? Luke isn't convinced. But C.S. Lewis once wrote about the "intense family patriotism" of the wife/mother... Contact The Comedian, John Branyan, by emailing nextdoor@johnbranyan.com

Hey, Neighbor! Don't mind The Podcast Ninja, with one foot out the door. He would much rather be watching the Pacers Game 7 than sitting at the table. (And, truly, he has done a LOT of communicating this week, so he has earned it.) Shout out to the China Compass podcast on the Fight Laugh Feast Network! Luke and Missionary Ben recorded their Final Game predictions and have plans to recap the whole series soon. Next: Women in basketball. Is it a good thing to "have each other's back" by beating the crap out of your opponents? Nobody condones violence... but they totally do! Finally: Are women actually more LOYAL to their tribe than men? Luke isn't convinced. But C.S. Lewis once wrote about the "intense family patriotism" of the wife/mother... Contact The Comedian, John Branyan, by emailing nextdoor@johnbranyan.com

Brace yourself for brainy laughs and biblical wit!This Friday at 4PM Central, The Random Kristian Show welcomes legendary clean comedian John Branyan — the man who made Shakespearean comedy cool again!From Thou Shalt Laugh to viral stage hits, Branyan brings his faith-fueled humor, brilliant wordplay, and family-friendly firepower to our livestream for a hilarious and insightful conversation.Don't miss the fun – this one's divinely funny and randomly brilliant!#JohnBranyan #TheRandomKristianShow #CleanComedy #FaithAndFunny #LivestreamLaughs #ChristianComedian #ShakespeareWithPunchlinesThanks to -  MRS A'S FAMOUS SALSA BUENA, RABBITINREDRADIO.COM, & Spreaker & iHeart Radio & The Colonel with THE ADVISER facebook Group and our friends at Creative Coatings!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-random-kristian-show--5624504/support.

Since you're our neighbor, you probably noticed that John has been landscaping THE PUDDIN' out of his lawn! This has involved digging, chicken poop, and a bunch of wildflower seeds... But not a robotic lawnmower (yet). Then, John was SHOCKED to discover that his beloved daughter (The Peaches) took a turn toward Feminism this week. You'll never guess what she said to blow his mind. Later, The Pod Ninja (Luke) literally falls asleep while his wife his talking... That's not an exaggeration or punchline. He literally nods off while recording. Happy Mother's Day, Neighbor! To contact the Comedian, John Branyan, or the rest of this family, simply email nextdoor@johnbranyan.com

Since you're our neighbor, you probably noticed that John has been landscaping THE PUDDIN' out of his lawn! This has involved digging, chicken poop, and a bunch of wildflower seeds... But not a robotic lawnmower (yet). Then, John was SHOCKED to discover that his beloved daughter (The Peaches) took a turn toward Feminism this week. You'll never guess what she said to blow his mind. Later, The Pod Ninja (Luke) literally falls asleep while his wife his talking... That's not an exaggeration or punchline. He literally nods off while recording. Happy Mother's Day, Neighbor! To contact the Comedian, John Branyan, or the rest of this family, simply email nextdoor@johnbranyan.com

Since you're our neighbor, you probably noticed that John has been landscaping THE PUDDIN' out of his lawn! This has involved digging, chicken poop, and a bunch of wildflower seeds... But not a robotic lawnmower (yet). Then, John was SHOCKED to discover that his beloved daughter (The Peaches) took a turn toward Feminism this week. You'll never guess what she said to blow his mind. Later, The Pod Ninja (Luke) literally falls asleep while his wife his talking... That's not an exaggeration or punchline. He literally nods off while recording. Happy Mother's Day, Neighbor! To contact the Comedian, John Branyan, or the rest of this family, simply email nextdoor@johnbranyan.com

Since you're our neighbor, you probably noticed that John has been landscaping THE PUDDIN' out of his lawn! This has involved digging, chicken poop, and a bunch of wildflower seeds... But not a robotic lawnmower (yet). Then, John was SHOCKED to discover that his beloved daughter (The Peaches) took a turn toward Feminism this week. You'll never guess what she said to blow his mind. Later, The Pod Ninja (Luke) literally falls asleep while his wife his talking... That's not an exaggeration or punchline. He literally nods off while recording. Happy Mother's Day, Neighbor! To contact the Comedian, John Branyan, or the rest of this family, simply email nextdoor@johnbranyan.com

Leitura Bíblica Do Dia: GÊNESIS 21:1-7 Plano De Leitura Anual: 1 REIS 3–5; LUCAS 20:1-26  Já fez seu devocional hoje? Aproveite e marque um amigo para fazer junto com você! Confira: O comediante John Branyan disse: “Não inventamos o riso. Não foi ideia nossa. Foi nos dado por Deus, que sabia que precisaríamos dele na vida. Porque Ele sabia que teríamos dificuldades, que teríamos lutas, sabia […] que as coisas aconteceriam [...] o riso é uma dádiva”. Uma rápida olhada nas criaturas de Deus pode trazer risos, seja por causa de suas esquisitices (como os ornitorrincos) ou travessuras (como as lontras). Deus fez mamíferos que vivem nos oceanos e pássaros de pernas longas que não podem voar. Deus claramente tem senso de humor, e porque somos criados à sua imagem, também temos a alegria do riso. Vemos a palavra riso pela primeira vez na Bíblia na história de Abraão e Sara. Deus lhes prometeu um filho, apesar da idade deles: “…você terá seu próprio filho…” (GÊNESIS 15:4). E Deus tinha dito: “Olhe para o céu e conte as estrelas […] Este é o número de descendentes que você terá” (v.5). Quando Sara deu à luz aos 90 anos, Abraão chamou seu filho de Isaque, que significa “riso”. Sara declarou: “Deus me fez sorrir. Todos que ficarem sabendo do que aconteceu vão rir comigo!” (21:6). Surpreendeu-a que ela pudesse amamentar uma criança na sua idade! Deus transformou seu riso cético, quando ela soube que daria à luz (18:12), em risos de pura alegria. Graças a Deus pela dádiva do riso!Por: ALYSON KIEDA 

Comedian John Branyan celebrates the sensibilities of those who live in the Midwest……what some people from the West and East coasts refer to as “Flyover Country.” The “coasters” think their big cities and beaches are special, but the Midwest contains all of America’s food! After riffing on a variety of subjects, John closes with a very encouraging word picture about the value of every human life. Get free access to over two hours of family-friendly comedy from John Branyan, Kenn Kington, Jeremy Nunes and Chonda Pierce. Get More Episode Resources If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

The parenting years can be an intense season of life, but Kenn Kington has an unique coping strategy: Laugh! Kenn shares hilarious stories about the antics of his three children, plus some humorous moments involving his wife Heather. Above all else, Kenn encourages us to thank God for our families.   Get free access to over two hours of family-friendly comedy from Kenn Kington, Jeremy Nunes, John Branyan, and Chonda Pierce.    Get More Episode Resources    If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback. 

Susan Yates is a grandmother who has a gift for creating fun, faith-filled family events. She'll provide practical advice to help you build intentional gatherings with your family. Then comedian John Branyan provides a look at living with a spouse who is your opposite. He has a humorous way with words, as he describes situations in marriage. John then closes with a touching story about true love.   Cousin Camp   The Many Roles of Grandparents   Focus on the Family Comedy Collection   Have You Lost Hope in Your Marriage?   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Why do you have to renew your driver's license every few years, but not your marriage license? John Branyan explores the joys and challenges of married life, and explains the differences in how husbands and wives communicate. He closes with a heart-warming look at his great-grandparents' lifelong love affair.   Get free access to over two hours of family-friendly comedy from Kenn Kington, Jeremy Nunes, John Branyan, and Chonda Pierce.    Get More Episode Resources   We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.

John Branyan: Demeaning of Life In November of 1990, John took the stage at an Indianapolis comedy club with the intention of getting comedy out of his system. COMEDY DYNAMICS YouTube Facebook X (Twitter) TikTok Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode of the Comedian Next Door was recorded LIVE with the Starving Comics Quarantine Show audience on October 1st, 2023. Welcome to the "Afert Party." We opened the line to viewer questions and ended up discussing the impact of artificial intelligence on comedy writing. Listen in, as John Branyan and Brian Apprille share their professional opinions about why robots can't be funny on purpose, but they sometimes do it accidentally! Email the Comedian Next Door at nextdoor@johnbranyan.com. Join us at the Fight Laugh Feast Conference in just over ONE WEEK!

This episode of the Comedian Next Door was recorded LIVE with the Starving Comics Quarantine Show audience on October 1st, 2023. Welcome to the "Afert Party." We opened the line to viewer questions and ended up discussing the impact of artificial intelligence on comedy writing. Listen in, as John Branyan and Brian Apprille share their professional opinions about why robots can't be funny on purpose, but they sometimes do it accidentally! Email the Comedian Next Door at nextdoor@johnbranyan.com. Join us at the Fight Laugh Feast Conference in just over ONE WEEK!

We're continuing the Throwback posts. This episode was first broadcast in September of 2016--on the day of Tabby's wedding!  What's it like celebrating a special occassion in the Comedian's household?  (Well, there's a lot of activity and overlapping conversation.)   Come with us as we remember the day Tabitha Branyan became a Farkas!  Reach out to the Comedian, John Branyan, by emailing nextdoor@johnbranyan.com .

This is an extended episode because we have a lot to say about manipulative non-believers who take advantage of the "nice" Christians... But first, we chat for about Grandma Turbo's upcoming nuptials, yard work, and taking responsibility. Later: -"Kind" and "intelligent" and "friendly" non-believers are even more dangerous than the militant jerks. This is especially true when this is their brand. -We often teach Christians that they OWE IT to non-believers to reward their so-called friendliness. ("You catch more flies with honey than vinegar.") This makes people more vulnerable to narcissists and other predators who try very hard to be likeable. -Here's a story about Tabby being manipulated by a royal jerk in college. ("You're not being very Christlike...") -Moms often feel mean when they take authority in a particular situation--especially when the toddler or child says "I just want a hug!" or "I just want to snuggle." Finally: -WOULD YOU TURN DOWN A CHANCE TO HAVE PIZZA WITH RICKY GERVAIS??? Contact the Comedian, John Branyan by emailing nextdoor@johnbranyan.com Join us at the Fight Laugh Feast Conference, October 11th-14th at the Ark. Details at flfnetwork.com.

Welcome, Neighbor! We're continuing our rebroadcast of John's first podcast episodes, ever.  This is the Comedy Sojourn Episode #2, originally published in September 2016.  Please forgive the audio issues. We were rubes back then... (Not like now--because these days we always get our audio equipment to work perfectly.) Andrew and Tabby are John's two youngest children, and they have a lot to say about a spider they caught.  Should they kill it or catch-and-release?   In this episode: "You could get eight really good drumsticks from that spider." --John Branyan "We have butts, and we can't spin webs...cigarettes have butts, and they can't spin webs." Tabby is getting married later this week, but she won't come back to visit if Dad and Andrew let the spider go in the house.  "...Did you know, Dad, that some turtles breathe out of their butts?" --Tabby (Branyan) Farkas Later:  John and the Peaches talk about the Atheist Hospice Care Worker.  (With just a few interruptions from young girls with noisy toys.)  How can an Atheist assign value to end-of-life care? Quote from The Way of the Heathen: "We matter because we matter to each other in our own short time on our own short scale...we make each other important." Reach out to John and the Peaches by emailing nextdoor@johnbranyan.com 

This is an extended episode because we have a lot to say about manipulative non-believers who take advantage of the "nice" Christians... But first, we chat for about Grandma Turbo's upcoming nuptials, yard work, and taking responsibility. Later: -"Kind" and "intelligent" and "friendly" non-believers are even more dangerous than the militant jerks. This is especially true when this is their brand. -We often teach Christians that they OWE IT to non-believers to reward their so-called friendliness. ("You catch more flies with honey than vinegar.") This makes people more vulnerable to narcissists and other predators who try very hard to be likeable. -Here's a story about Tabby being manipulated by a royal jerk in college. ("You're not being very Christlike...") -Moms often feel mean when they take authority in a particular situation--especially when the toddler or child says "I just want a hug!" or "I just want to snuggle." Finally: -WOULD YOU TURN DOWN A CHANCE TO HAVE PIZZA WITH RICKY GERVAIS??? Contact the Comedian, John Branyan by emailing nextdoor@johnbranyan.com Join us at the Fight Laugh Feast Conference, October 11th-14th at the Ark. Details at flfnetwork.com.

The Comedian, John Branyan, sits down with the Casting Crowns Musician, Juan DeVevo, to discuss the culture through the lens of memes. We apologize for the late release of this episode. Points of interest: -God doesn't need us to defend Him from the Atheist Memes. -Do Christians make Jesus sad enough to smoke? -Does God pitch fits and get angry like a petulant toddler? -"The Liar from the beginning was God; the Serpent told the truth." (Yes, someone actually made a meme with these words.) -"God is not limited by the facts...choose faith instead of facts!" (Yes, another direct quote from a really stupid meme.) AND MORE! Visit castingcrowns.com to find out when Juan will be playing in a city near you. Also, contact the Comedian Next Door by emailing: nextdoor@johnbranyan.com

The Comedian, John Branyan, sits down with the Casting Crowns Musician, Juan DeVevo, to discuss the culture through the lens of memes. We apologize for the late release of this episode. Points of interest: -God doesn't need us to defend Him from the Atheist Memes. -Do Christians make Jesus sad enough to smoke? -Does God pitch fits and get angry like a petulant toddler? -"The Liar from the beginning was God; the Serpent told the truth." (Yes, someone actually made a meme with these words.) -"God is not limited by the facts...choose faith instead of facts!" (Yes, another direct quote from a really stupid meme.) AND MORE! Visit castingcrowns.com to find out when Juan will be playing in a city near you. Also, contact the Comedian Next Door by emailing: nextdoor@johnbranyan.com

The intro is fake news.  John isn't at the kitchen table--and The Peaches isn't co-hosting.  David Pendleton is a long time friend of the family and a gifted ventriloquist.  (That's the type of skill that translates well in an audio-only podcast, doesn't it?)   The men talk about various projects they're working on, but they DON'T want to be "intentional" with their conversation. (Ew.)   David wants the conversation to be interesting for you, Neighbor.  But--John isn't very worried about that...  Cue the unscripted discussion now! -Why do we only call our friends when we have something specific to talk about? (Or is that just a "Male Tendency"?) -What are the differences between "real conversation" and social media speeches? (And what's up with texting?) -The lack of human interaction is impacting how people actually THINK and process reality. AND MORE!...including some discussion about prison sentences and the death penalty.  You can find more information about David Pendleton's comedy by visiting anythingcantalk.com.  Also, reach out to John Branyan by emailing nextdoor@johnbranyan.com.  Thanks for visiting with us, Neighbor! 

The Comedian, John Branyan, and the Musician, Juan DeVevo of Casting Crowns, are taking a look at some popular memes. Christians keep trying to be "neutral" and to find common ground with unbelievers. But it's not "neutral" to be a Moderate. Trying to stay in the middle is a religious position based on conviction! Come, explore this meme about Deconstruction... this meme beloved by Progressive Christians... and MORE! Contact the Comedian by emailing nextdoor@johnbranyan.com... Also join us at the FLF Conference October 11th-14th at the Ark Encounter. Get your tickets at flfnetwork.com!

The Comedian, John Branyan, and the Musician, Juan DeVevo of Casting Crowns, are taking a look at some popular memes. Christians keep trying to be "neutral" and to find common ground with unbelievers. But it's not "neutral" to be a Moderate. Trying to stay in the middle is a religious position based on conviction! Come, explore this meme about Deconstruction... this meme beloved by Progressive Christians... and MORE! Contact the Comedian by emailing nextdoor@johnbranyan.com... Also join us at the FLF Conference October 11th-14th at the Ark Encounter. Get your tickets at flfnetwork.com!

Welcome to the party, Neighbor! Our own Andrew Branyan turned 24 this week. He's the youngest child of the John Branyan family, and the whole gang jumps in to tell our favorite stories! (Legends, really.) First off--we're becoming kind of notorious at our local Dairy Queen.  Then:  Why Andrew should never get a job as a dog-walker. Later: The Peaches talks about being "almost insulted" by 5-year-old Andrew.  Plus, we hear why Tim Branyan was ashamed of his baby brother's physique. And Don't Miss This: The Matriarch, Lori, shares the infamous "You-Look-A-Little-Weird" story.  We hope you enjoy this noisy visit to our table. Here's a hearty "Good Well" to Andrew, and we'll see you next time!   (Reach out to us by emailing nextdoor@johnbranyan.com) 

Broadcasting from John's house--but the Peaches forgot to pack the headphones. So, we can't hear anything we're producing. Hopefully it sounds okay. John just got back from doing a comedy show for less than 30 people. This leads us to discuss the way audience size (and location) affects the way we talk.   Does that mean we're being inauthentic or two-faced because we alter our style for different occassions? Pull up a chair at the table!Visit johnbranyan.com to join the Comedy Clique and support The Comedian Next Door.  We're going on VACATION in July 2023, and we want you to come with us. For more information about Vacay with Comics, visit the John Branyan website. 

If you're not tuning in LIVE to watch the Starving Comics' Quarantine show every Sunday at 7:00pm Eastern, then you're not living up to your full potential.  Here's a sample of what you're missing! Comedian John Branyan plays ridiculous trivia games, creates animated short vids, and generally horses around with his friends in the entertainment industry.  Meet Brian Apprille--voice impressionist and movie buff. Listen to John thomas Oaks--musician, composer, and Story-Teller Extraordinaire. And laugh at Juan DeVevo--dead pan King of One-Liners and founding member of Casting Crowns. On this episode of SCQS: It's a PIRATE theme, with new music by Jt Oaks and a special guest appearance from everyone's favorite news correspondent:  Pirate Rooney.  Plus, we play one of the audience least-favorite games invented by John Branyan.  Does it grate on your nerves as much as it grates on everyone else?  Only one way to find out!  Listen in! We want you to come on vacation with us.  For details about VACAY WITH COMICS 2023, visit johnbranyan.com

John is desperately injured... Sports, sore hips, and charlie horses. But it could be worse! We could be crushed by the ocean while riding in a tin can! There was a time when men were respected for their courage and willingness to take perilous risks for the sake of potentially great reward. But, in our current society, most people try to mitigate and avoid risk as much as possible. Someone who fails spectacularly isn't encouraged for at least TRYING... he's ridiculed for doing something "stupid" which "could have been avoided." You've got Christopher Columbus, the Apollo Missions, and Whats-her-name in that strapless gown. What do all of them have in common??? What would cause a person to attempt to go over Niagara Falls in a barrel? Or tighrope walk between skyscrapers? Later: If you want a good example of concentrated evil, ask The Internet how it feels about Billionaires who lost their lives in a horrific accident. How can people justify SAYING these ugly, despicable things? Here's our theory about The Role-Play Game Phenomenon. People are creating Altar Egos on the internet, and then those Altars are taking over... To contact The Comedian, John Branyan, just email him at nextdoor@johnbranyan.com.

John is desperately injured... Sports, sore hips, and charlie horses. But it could be worse! We could be crushed by the ocean while riding in a tin can! There was a time when men were respected for their courage and willingness to take perilous risks for the sake of potentially great reward. But, in our current society, most people try to mitigate and avoid risk as much as possible. Someone who fails spectacularly isn't encouraged for at least TRYING... he's ridiculed for doing something "stupid" which "could have been avoided." You've got Christopher Columbus, the Apollo Missions, and Whats-her-name in that strapless gown. What do all of them have in common??? What would cause a person to attempt to go over Niagara Falls in a barrel? Or tighrope walk between skyscrapers? Later: If you want a good example of concentrated evil, ask The Internet how it feels about Billionaires who lost their lives in a horrific accident. How can people justify SAYING these ugly, despicable things? Here's our theory about The Role-Play Game Phenomenon. People are creating Altar Egos on the internet, and then those Altars are taking over... To contact The Comedian, John Branyan, just email him at nextdoor@johnbranyan.com.

Hey, Neighbor! John Branyan and the Peaches are hanging out with their friend, Bob Smiley. He just likes to spend time with us, and he's not going to talk about his website or his new book or his tour dates... etc... Bob recently shared a meme on Facebook that was shared more than 700 times, but not everyone liked the message. (Christians can be so hateful, you know?) John and Amanda know what it's like to upset both the unbelievers AND the "nice" Christians at the same time! Listen in to their conversation here!Contact the Comedian Next Door by emailing nextdoor@johnbranyan.com. You can contact Bob by visiting his website, bobsmiley.com. But, remember, it's not about Bob.

Hey, Neighbor! John Branyan and the Peaches are hanging out with their friend, Bob Smiley. He just likes to spend time with us, and he's not going to talk about his website or his new book or his tour dates... etc... Bob recently shared a meme on Facebook that was shared more than 700 times, but not everyone liked the message. (Christians can be so hateful, you know?) John and Amanda know what it's like to upset both the unbelievers AND the "nice" Christians at the same time! Listen in to their conversation here!Contact the Comedian Next Door by emailing nextdoor@johnbranyan.com. You can contact Bob by visiting his website, bobsmiley.com. But, remember, it's not about Bob.

Hello, Neighbor! This is Part 2 of the Car Conversation, while John Branyan travels with The Peaches down to southern Indiana for a show.Have you read Prince Caspian by C.S. Lewis? That story provides a great analogy for how a High King needs to behave when it's time to take responsibility. Then--a Feminist author, Sheila Wray Gregoire, shared an old video clip from the original Candid Camera show. "Who says girls and women aren't visual creatures?!?!" (Answer: Um, nobody.) The young ladies are making eyes at their handsome new teacher, and it's all caught on film. But why do the Feminists think this is helping their case at all? Those girls are precisely the ones who need to be told not to dress provocatively just to get the teacher's attention. Later: These women clearly need to be disciplined (not whatever they have in mind when claiming "She Deserves Better"). But who's supposed to do the disciplining? Who has authority over them? The Peaches make the case that perhaps this is a MOTHERHOOD crisis and not a Fatherhood one. Perhaps it's the mature WOMEN who are supposed to tell these little girls-in-grown-bodies that they're embarassing us and giving womanhood a bad name. But...women are being taught to use "Gentle Parenting" techniques with their toddlers. So there's a lack of confidence in authoritative discipleship... Finally: What's going to happen in the next 20 years, when 5th-Wave Feminism has completely "liberated" women from all morality? When Modesty is a derogatory term, and it's hate speech to say women are sinners, too...then what will the big crusade be against? They probably will wage war against all references to Jesus Himself. Contact the Comedian by emailing nextdoor@johnbranyan.com. Also, come on vacation with The Comedian and his funny friends/family. Registrations closes soon! Get the details about Vacay with Comics on johnbranyan.com before it's too late!

Hello, Neighbor! This is Part 2 of the Car Conversation, while John Branyan travels with The Peaches down to southern Indiana for a show.Have you read Prince Caspian by C.S. Lewis? That story provides a great analogy for how a High King needs to behave when it's time to take responsibility. Then--a Feminist author, Sheila Wray Gregoire, shared an old video clip from the original Candid Camera show. "Who says girls and women aren't visual creatures?!?!" (Answer: Um, nobody.) The young ladies are making eyes at their handsome new teacher, and it's all caught on film. But why do the Feminists think this is helping their case at all? Those girls are precisely the ones who need to be told not to dress provocatively just to get the teacher's attention. Later: These women clearly need to be disciplined (not whatever they have in mind when claiming "She Deserves Better"). But who's supposed to do the disciplining? Who has authority over them? The Peaches make the case that perhaps this is a MOTHERHOOD crisis and not a Fatherhood one. Perhaps it's the mature WOMEN who are supposed to tell these little girls-in-grown-bodies that they're embarassing us and giving womanhood a bad name. But...women are being taught to use "Gentle Parenting" techniques with their toddlers. So there's a lack of confidence in authoritative discipleship... Finally: What's going to happen in the next 20 years, when 5th-Wave Feminism has completely "liberated" women from all morality? When Modesty is a derogatory term, and it's hate speech to say women are sinners, too...then what will the big crusade be against? They probably will wage war against all references to Jesus Himself. Contact the Comedian by emailing nextdoor@johnbranyan.com. Also, come on vacation with The Comedian and his funny friends/family. Registrations closes soon! Get the details about Vacay with Comics on johnbranyan.com before it's too late!

The Comedian and the Peaches are in the car, taking a trip to southern Indiana. Come along for the ride! (Our GPS made the recorder glitch between the 13:00 and 14:00 minute mark... But it cleared up after that.) We'll kick it off with a riveting conversation about the benefits of being short--and the disorienting effect of new eye-glasses... Then, let's talk about the evolving role of a mother as her children grow in maturity. She has to be able to shift from "agreeableness" to a more "disagreeable" framework. What are the strengths and weaknesses of Agreeable/Disagreeable People? Typically women are more "agreeable," because they are equipped to deal with infants--who are very needy and dependent and can't be held to a higher standard until they've grown. It's easier to be the least mature person in a very mature system than to be the most mature person in a very immature system. Everyone wants to be the Baby of a very stable family--and no one wants to be the Manager of a whole bunch of babies! Later: We have more to say about Sheila Wray Gregoire, who released a book this week called "She Deserves Better." Why are so many Evangelical MEN afraid to call out these Feminists? Well, short version: they are hesitant for the same reason many women/moms don't want to discipline their own kids. (It feels Too Authoritative.) Books like "She Deserves Better" is creating perpetually immature women...girls who use their tears to get what they want. And, ironically, her whole strategy depends on men playing the role of Mommies who take care of these Baby Girls. Women have a big challenge in raising their children: constantly growing WITH them. "How do we know when it's time to comfort them and when it's time to challenge them?!" That's a very good question. And, just when we start to get a routine that seems to work for everyone, it's time for a growth spurt. When you try to sell a cookie-cutter message to EVERY girl/woman in the church, you are trying to sell a silver bullet formula that won't work for most girls/women. Finally: Being empowered means having responsibility. If you have power, you are capable of abusing it. But no one is warning these women about how to use their power, once it's given to them... Which is a recipe for disaster.-PITSTOP-You can reach out to the Comedian, John Branyan, by emailing nextdoor@johnbranyan.com .

The Comedian and the Peaches are in the car, taking a trip to southern Indiana. Come along for the ride! (Our GPS made the recorder glitch between the 13:00 and 14:00 minute mark... But it cleared up after that.) We'll kick it off with a riveting conversation about the benefits of being short--and the disorienting effect of new eye-glasses... Then, let's talk about the evolving role of a mother as her children grow in maturity. She has to be able to shift from "agreeableness" to a more "disagreeable" framework. What are the strengths and weaknesses of Agreeable/Disagreeable People? Typically women are more "agreeable," because they are equipped to deal with infants--who are very needy and dependent and can't be held to a higher standard until they've grown. It's easier to be the least mature person in a very mature system than to be the most mature person in a very immature system. Everyone wants to be the Baby of a very stable family--and no one wants to be the Manager of a whole bunch of babies! Later: We have more to say about Sheila Wray Gregoire, who released a book this week called "She Deserves Better." Why are so many Evangelical MEN afraid to call out these Feminists? Well, short version: they are hesitant for the same reason many women/moms don't want to discipline their own kids. (It feels Too Authoritative.) Books like "She Deserves Better" is creating perpetually immature women...girls who use their tears to get what they want. And, ironically, her whole strategy depends on men playing the role of Mommies who take care of these Baby Girls. Women have a big challenge in raising their children: constantly growing WITH them. "How do we know when it's time to comfort them and when it's time to challenge them?!" That's a very good question. And, just when we start to get a routine that seems to work for everyone, it's time for a growth spurt. When you try to sell a cookie-cutter message to EVERY girl/woman in the church, you are trying to sell a silver bullet formula that won't work for most girls/women. Finally: Being empowered means having responsibility. If you have power, you are capable of abusing it. But no one is warning these women about how to use their power, once it's given to them... Which is a recipe for disaster.-PITSTOP-You can reach out to the Comedian, John Branyan, by emailing nextdoor@johnbranyan.com .

Hi, Neighbor! Welcome to the conversation with a comedian and his friend. Juan DeVevo has some things on his mind. Let's process some of it with him... You can contact the Comedian Next Door, John Branyan, by emailing nextdoor@johnbranyan.com

Hi, Neighbor! Welcome to the conversation with a comedian and his friend. Juan DeVevo has some things on his mind. Let's process some of it with him... You can contact the Comedian Next Door, John Branyan, by emailing nextdoor@johnbranyan.com

We can't seem to laugh at ourselves (or anyone else) anymore, and we are worse off for it. This stand up comedian believes God has given us comedy as a gift. What say you? SHOW NOTES --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/heidistjohn/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/heidistjohn/support

Hey, Neighbor! This is PART TWO of this conversation with founding member of Casting Crowns, Juan DeVevo. For some reason, he hasn't yet moved his family to Indiana in order to live in our backyard. Sooooo, our long distance conversations tend to get pretty lengthy. Why are people so quick to leave their churches? The vast majority don't have any loyalty or sense of family-commitment. Pull up a seat and let's see if these two brothers are able to fix all the problems with the Church in the next 60 minutes... Find Juan DeVevo at castingcrowns.com and John Branyan at johnbranyan.com. Email us at nextdoor@johnbranyan.com

Hey, Neighbor! Please enjoy Part 1 of this conversation with founding member of Casting Crowns, Juan DeVevo. For some reason, he hasn't yet moved his family to Indiana in order to live in our backyard. Sooooo, our long distance conversations tend to get pretty lengthy. John wants to talk about drama he started on Facebook recently by suggesting that Christians shouldn't be so quick to leave their churches... People don't read well; they think in memes. But, worse still, they treat church attendance like consumers treat a bad interaction with the manager of a restaurant... Juan sums it up nicely mid-episode: "You're drawing a line between, 'This is the place I get my oil changed' and 'This is my FAMILY.'" Pull up a seat and let's see if these two brothers are able to fix all the problems with the Church in the next 60 minutes... Please forgive the abrupt ending! haha. Find Juan DeVevo at castingcrowns.com and John Branyan at johnbranyan.com. Email us at nextdoor@johnbranyan.com

We're continuing the Throwback posts in the month of December. This episode was first broadcast in September of 2016--on the day of Tabby's wedding! What's it like celebrating a special occassion in the Comedian's household? (Well, there's a lot of activity and overlapping conversation.) Come with us as we remember the day Tabitha Branyan became a Farkas! Reach out to the Comedian, John Branyan, by emailing nextdoor@johnbranyan.com .

The intro is fake news. John isn't at the kitchen table--and The Peaches isn't co-hosting. David Pendleton is a long time friend of the family and a gifted ventriloquist. (That's the type of skill that translates well in an audio-only podcast, doesn't it?) The men talk about various projects they're working on, but they DON'T want to be "intentional" with their conversation. (Ew.) David wants the conversation to be interesting for you, Neighbor. But--John isn't very worried about that... Cue the unscripted discussion now! -Why do we only call our friends when we have something specific to talk about? (Or is that just a "Male Tendency"?) -What are the differences between "real conversation" and social media speeches? (And what's up with texting?) -The lack of human interaction is impacting how people actually THINK and process reality. AND MORE!...including some discussion about prison sentences and the death penalty. You can find more information about David Pendleton's comedy by visiting anythingcantalk.com. Also, reach out to John Branyan by emailing nextdoor@johnbranyan.com. Thanks for visiting with us, Neighbor!

Welcome to the party, Neighbor! Our own Andrew Branyan turned 24 this week. He's the youngest child of the John Branyan family, and the whole gang jumps in to tell our favorite stories! (Legends, really.) First off--we're becoming kind of notorious at our local Dairy Queen. Then: Why Andrew should never get a job as a dog-walker. Later: The Peaches talks about being "almost insulted" by 5-year-old Andrew. Plus, we hear why Tim Branyan was ashamed of his baby brother's physique. And Don't Miss This: The Matriarch, Lori, shares the infamous "You-Look-A-Little-Weird" story. We hope you enjoy this noisy visit to our table. Here's a hearty "Good Well" to Andrew, and we'll see you next time! (Reach out to us by emailing nextdoor@johnbranyan.com)

Welcome to the party, Neighbor! Our own Andrew Branyan turned 24 this week. He's the youngest child of the John Branyan family, and the whole gang jumps in to tell our favorite stories! (Legends, really.) First off--we're becoming kind of notorious at our local Dairy Queen. Then: Why Andrew should never get a job as a dog-walker. Later: The Peaches talks about being "almost insulted" by 5-year-old Andrew. Plus, we hear why Tim Branyan was ashamed of his baby brother's physique. And Don't Miss This: The Matriarch, Lori, shares the infamous "You-Look-A-Little-Weird" story. We hope you enjoy this noisy visit to our table. Here's a hearty "Good Well" to Andrew, and we'll see you next time! (Reach out to us by emailing nextdoor@johnbranyan.com)

Whoops, we're publishing a day late! But it's always worth it... Broadcasting from John's house--but the Peaches forgot to pack the headphones. So, we can't hear anything we're producing. Hopefully it sounds okay. John just got back from doing a comedy show for less than 30 people. This leads us to discuss the way audience size (and location) affects the way we talk. Does that mean we're being inauthentic or two-faced because we alter our style for different occassions? Pull up a chair at the table!Visit johnbranyan.com to join the Comedy Clique and support The Comedian Next Door. We're going on VACATION in July 2023, and we want you to come with us. For more information about Vacay with Comics, visit the John Branyan website.

If you're not tuning in LIVE to watch the Starving Comics' Quarantine show every Sunday at 7:00pm Eastern, then you're not living up to your full potential. Here's a sample of what you're missing! Comedian John Branyan plays ridiculous trivia games, creates animated short vids, and generally horses around with his friends in the entertainment industry. Meet Brian Apprille--voice impressionist and movie buff. Listen to John thomas Oaks--musician, composer, and Story-Teller Extraordinaire. And laugh at Juan DeVevo--dead pan King of One-Liners and founding member of Casting Crowns. On this episode of SCQS: It's a PIRATE theme, with new music by Jt Oaks and a special guest appearance from everyone's favorite news correspondent: Pirate Rooney. Plus, we play one of the audience least-favorite games invented by John Branyan. Does it grate on your nerves as much as it grates on everyone else? Only one way to find out! Listen in! We want you to come on vacation with us. For details about VACAY WITH COMICS 2023, visit johnbranyan.com

Waterbreak: 09/04/2022 Intro Good evening America! What does Big Eva and Joe Biden have in common, besides possible appearances on Epstien’s plane? They both are losing their minds. This Reminds me the difference between an atheist and big eva? The atheist is honest about not following the teachings of Christ. Most of the team is back and we are going to talk about So, grab your best scotch or Dr. Pepper and enjoy the show. Plug Redballoon Not so long ago, the American dream was alive and well. Employees who worked hard were rewarded, and employers looked for people who could do the job, not for people who had the right political views. RedBalloon.work is a job site designed to get us back to what made American businesses successful: free speech, hard work, and having fun. If you are a free speech employer who wants to hire employees who focus on their work and not identity politics, then post a job on RedBalloon. If you are an employee who is being censored at work or is being forced to comply with the current zeitgeist, post your resume on RedBalloon and look for a new job. redballoon.work, the job site where free speech is still alive! www.redballoon.work Belly Flop or Canon Ball What do you think are the top issues facing the evangelical church? Pastoral burnout? The LGBT=+ identity crisis? Fighting for your state to make abortion illegal? Church leaders getting arrested during the “pandemic”? This should be easy. Well, this past week, The National Association of Evangelicals came out with a report titled: “Loving the Least of These: Addressing a Changing Environment” and the goal of this study is to highlight how climate change will have the greatest impacts on those in poverty. Never mind what the pandemic did to the poor, no, big eva has to join with Greta Thunberg and speak against big Chrisitan families who own suburbans. Big Eva is in trouble, in trouble like Biden’s economy is in trouble. Biden’s economy is inflated with all the helium reserves of government school economics and Big Eva fog machines are running out. The tweet of the week came from GoThoughtLeader which stated: “Those who are angry about the loan forgiveness because they have already paid theirs off are like the day workers in Jesus' parable who are angry that the master paid the same amount to the laborers who showed up later in the day. #debtforgiveness #Forgiveness” Now, to be clear, this is a parody account, but he fooled some people, because it sounds so big eva. The point I want to drive home is that Big Eva will only address issues that the liberals give them permission to address, like climate change, immigration, or student loan forgiveness. This is why big eva went silent during the pandemic. This is why big eva whispers about RoeVWade being overturned. This is why big eva refuses to say anything that actually might set liberals off. But we want to be antifragile Chrisitans. The kind of Chrisitans that do not care what man thinks of us, and the kind of Christians that will say exactly what God wants us to say, in season and out of season. Our culture is full of cancer, and this cancer is impacting our classrooms, our politicians, our churches, our businesses and big eva will not stand up and fight against this cancer. It is refreshing when guys like Joe Rogan or Aaron Rodgers speak up, but shame on big eva for their silence. Just this passed week, Kyle Bass is an American investor and founder of Conservation Equity Management, was on Squawk Box speaking against ESG…  Rod Martin respond to this video: https://notthebee.com/article/cnbc-guest-drops-straight-facts-about-the-disastrous-and-evil-esg-and-green-energy-policies-which-will-end-up-starving-the-poor-children-of-the-world-and-killing-many-of-them ESG will bankrupt businesses. Joseph Backholm -On Thursday night Joe Biden addressed the nation, and he tried to cast republicans as anit-democratic and destructive. Listen to this clip. -https://twitter.com/Cernovich/status/1565497000958652416?s=20&t=VE-okLEJwc3953G7rsAuUg Jacob Daniel: It is clear that our political leaders want to label and cast identity onto groups of people in order to control the narrative and maintain power, how should we as Christians sort through identity politics? How has our identity politics been fueled by a lack of discipleship from the church? News that John Branyan can trust: Sharks Dogs Cry Trump Isn't Satan Farley Blames Baptists for Inflation and Global warming. Outro: Go find ways to engage this world with your gifts and abilities, don’t hide your faith under a bushel, and to live out the Lordship of Christ in every area of your life. This is the Waterboy with Waterbreak, until next Sunday, go Fight Laugh and Feast. Images for Monologue *Russel Moore double masked