Blerd Dad Podcast

On this very special and emotional episode we talk death, life and emotional poverty with Laura Collins Lyster-Mensh. Laura Collins Lyster-Mensh, MS, is an American writer and mental health advocate from Amherst, Massachusetts. She has been founding organizations to solve problems all her life, including three international non-profits. She is the author of four books, and has produced three podca...

I talk sleep schedules, personalities and our favorite past times with the amazing Joey Coon. Oh and on vinyl. Joey Coon is a DMV-based comedian who’s performed at the D.C. Improv, D.C. Comedy Loft, Church of Satire Comedy Club, National Cannabis Festival, and various unsavory establishments all over the east coast. His sometimes-dark comedic style will naturally make you wonder if he’s actually a...

Dawn took comedy classes in DC in 2016 to face her fears of doing stand up. She was hired from their graduation showcase and has been booking ever since. Dawn has performed from east to west coast. In 2022 opened for Lachlan Patterson in the first cave comedy shows at the now annual Cave Comedy Fest. Dawn founded X2 Comedy to bring comedy to the Shenandoah Valley and has become instrumental in dev...

I talk with the amazing mother/singer-songwriter Gigi Marie and we go around the world into outer space. A great listen Hailing from the vibrant city of Syracuse, New York, Gigi Marie is a singer-songwriter with fiery red hair and an independent spirit. With a guitar in hand, Gigi weaves together heartfelt melodies and introspective lyrics that resonate with audiences in the indie rock scene. Grow...

Had a blast talking with Davine. We talk cooking, being a polyglot and allergies! Oh and I may or may not have blown a kiss to Mike Birbiglia. Whatever!! He's great! Regret nothing! Davine Ker is a trilingual stand-up comedian and multidisciplinary artist.  Her art emerges from thought-provoking jokes, left-field concepts, and unique storytelling that bridges culture, comedy, and music.  She h...

Dewayne White talks kids, language learning, hunting and of course comedy. Another fun filled episode with a vet! Dewayne is a DC-based standup comedian and a combat-wounded Army veteran who served in the Army for 23 years. His humor is drawn from his unique take on his military experience, his life as a husband and father, and the general craziness of life. He has worked alongside amazing comedia...

Nick Deez dishes on funny, fatherhood and figurines. We also have a great time chatting about scheduling snafus and our comedy journeys. Nick Deez. Is that his real last name? Who knows. Homeported in Virginia Beach, VA, Nick grew up an only child which helped him develop his quick wit and warped sense of humor. He’s performed in comedy clubs across the U.S., and is a regular at the Richmond and V...

Another test for the relaunch of the BlerdDad Podcast. This time we are testing with the good Brotha Ralph Cooper. This ones a doozy we jump right in and get to talking old school hip hop, writers strike, reading comprehension and AI.

Testing the Relaunch of the BlerdDad Podcast. So new features and new segments. This is just a test. But its funny like a quiz ;)

The holiday season is upon us and what better way to bring it in than with an amazing guest, the hilarious Simone Chifforobe. Simone is a Washington DC based comedian who has performed on DC main stages such as the DC Improv and DC Drafthouse for nationally touring headliners such as Amir K, Bob Marley, Langston Kerman, Cristela Alonzo, Fortune Feimster, David Alan Grier, Pete Davidson, Nemr, Tomm...

On this episode I discuss feelings of inadequacy and ask Am I even doing this right. A little snack of an episode before we get into the holiday season. Enjoy! Watch The Blerd Dad Podcast LIVE! Monday at 9:30PM EST on  Facebook: @levelupcomedydc  Twitch: @levelupcomedy  Twitter: @GlennLevelsUp Got an interesting perspective on parenting? Want to nerd out about fatherhood? Need to ve...

Back with another episode. Catching up with the homie Greg Stevens. He is a veteran in the world of stand-up comedy, captivating audiences with his unique and energetic style. Born and raised in Washington, Greg has been performing at clubs and colleges all over the country. Greg has worked and shared the stage with headliners such as Rickey Smiley, Paul Rodriguez, Gary Owen and Jeff Ross. Greg ex...

We are back at it after a brief break for reasons I will discuss in this episode. Aside from that news we will be talking with awesome Comedian Jayé Toler.  Jayé Toler is a Richmond native as well as the Host and Co-Creator of “Off The Pad Podcast”. He performs throughout the East Coase and Produces Comedy Showcase events all over VA. Jayé Headlines at Richmond Funny Bone, and serves as a Mai...

This week we talk with crazy creative and talented Lamar Nickens. Lamar has been producing music for 20 years. He’s also a health enthusiast and father of 4. All of this accomplished under 40. This will be another fun look at fatherhood!!!  Watch The Blerd Dad Podcast LIVE! Mondays at 8:15PM EST on Facebook: @levelupcomedydc Twitch: @levelupcomedy Twitter: @GlennLevelsUp Got an interesting pe...

Circling back we chat with my old college roommate. Marques Alex is a magnificent father of two and good friend. He popped in and helped shape the format for the podcast but now he will chat freely as a guest. Always a good convo, we talk about sports, cosplay and guns amongst other fatherly issues.   Watch The Blerd Dad Podcast LIVE! Mondays at 8:15PM EST on Facebook: @levelupcomedydc Twitch...

This time we have a solo episode. We catch up with each other, share my top 10 of fatherhood so far and get blerdy.   Watch The Blerd Dad Podcast LIVE! Mondays at 8:15PM EST on Facebook: @levelupcomedydc Twitch: @levelupcomedy Twitter: @GinnyMac25. . Got an intereseting perspective on parenting? Want to nerd out about fatherhood? Need to vent about these damn children? Drop us a line at...

We are a full Michael Jordan into this thing!!! That’s right episode 23 and it’s gonna be a great one. We chat with another amazing midwife Mel Kennedy(They/Them). They’re a Reproductive Justice Advocate, Student Midwife, Doula, and owner of The Garden in Gainesville Virginia. They also run a 3D printing business, Uncle Goggles Emporium with their Partner. Mel has 2 children ages 13 and 7.  M...

Episode deuce deuce and we are just getting started! Very excited to talk to childhood friend and local community organizer Koran T. Saines. Koran is  a Human Resource professional and serves as the district supervisor for Loudon County. He is a unifier and much needed advocate for the Sterling District.   In addition Koran was previously an assistant coach to his son’s baseball tea...

Heads up!!! Another bonus episode for you! This time we get nerdy with the always funny and insightful Terrance Gawith. Originally from nowhere Kansas, Terrance started stand-up in the DC area while serving in the military. As a kid that tended to always crack jokes and rip on people, even at a young age, Terrance was always a little out of place because life was filtered through a humor lens. His...

We have another birthing story for you this week! We chat with another member of our birthing team Tia Dandridge. Tia is a student midwife, OB Surgical Technologist and most importantly a mom of three boys. Tia is a student midwife, OB Surgical Technologist and most importantly a mom of three boys. It's our usual fun with an informative twist! Watch The Blerd Dad Podcast LIVE! Mondays at 8:15PM ES...

Ready for another Bonus Episode! Check out an extra helping of the BlerdDad Podcast as we talk to the great Eddie Liles. Born and raised in the NW Washington D.C. Eddie Liles is a comedian, actor, writer, and producer that will not let you forget him. Standing 6’5″ 300lbs, this guy’s laugh is infectious and genuine. He is also one of the co-hosts of the ” I’ma Get In Trouble” Podcast. Eddie grew u...

Super excited for this weeks guest! Liz Barlow is writer/comic from VB,VA. If she isn't mothering or telling jokes, she's giving vaccines in the trap house. We are gonna talk pregnancy child raising and probably hip hop. It will definitely be a fun convo. This description was short and sweet but the episode was long and hilarious!  Watch The Blerd Dad Podcast LIVE! Mondays at 8:15PM EST on Fa...

This week we chat with a new friend and former fellow cohost of the Open Mike Radio Podcast Trinita Coefield. Trinita was born and raised in the Washington, DC area and moved back after completing her undergraduate degree in Justice Studies at North Carolina Wesleyan College and a tour in the USAF where she served as a Mental Health Technician. Upon her arrival back home, she embarked on a civilia...

We got a Bonus Episode!!! Tonight we talk with the hilarious comedian Tim Miller about daddying!  Tim D. Miller is a master at engaging audiences and crafting a stand-up set that is a guaranteed good time for all. Tim’s material is based on his life experience from Waco to the White House, trying to raise a daughter, and his unique ability to find the funny in everyday life. Tim started doing...

This week we chat with an old friend and great father Tre Davis. In 2009 Tre moved into the barbering industry utilizing his talent, skills and entrepreneurial spirit to make ends meet after losing everything previously. In 2016, as Tre became known as a barber and barbershop owner, his life came crashing down once again. He was a divorced single father with bad credit and had just lost his own da...