Funjelah with Anjelah Johnson-Reyes

One day you’re 14 and buddies in high school and then the next day you’re in your 40's and snapping your kneecaps off. No really. At least that’s what happened to our guest this week, former NFL coach and Anjelah’s current trainer and childhood friend, Kenan Smith. In this episode, Kenan shares what makes him a great coach, important lessons his father taught him, and how he can now predict the we...

Ta-da! And for our next trick...uh episode, it's magician Stephen Bargatze! Anjelah and Stephen sit down this week and reveal how all the magic tricks work. Just kidding, what's revealed intsead is Stephen's true story of his upbringing, early days as a clown, and how it all worked together to make him the man, father, and grandfather he is today. There's laughs, there's tears, and of course it's...

It’s a Father’s Day episode here in the Funjelah studio! Are you a dad, know a dad, or just give off dad energy? This week is for you. Anjelah admits that she inherited not only her humor and ability to make people laugh from her dad, but also his hot temper. Danielle shares what it was like taking a cross country road trip with her father and realizing, perhaps a little too quickly, just how simi...

The remarkable actress, singer, and author Adassa is in the building! You may know her as the voice of Dolores from Disney's Encanto, but in this week's episode, you'll discover that she is so much more. Adassa opens up about her incredible journey with long Covid and how it completely changed the way she views herself, life, and her relationship with God. Get ready for one of the most empowering...

Self proclaimed Ella Fella and younger brother to Anjelah, it’s Mitchell Sonny! Back again for another lively conversation regarding his lacking metabolism, gratitude for being able to ride horses in his childhood, and being the best Nino in town. Also, Danielle would like to request you stop telling her “thanks Queen” and Anjelah may have a worm. TBD. 

Comedian Mark Viera is in the house for one night only! But no worries, he will return to Nashville if he’s not too grumpy about it. In this week’s episode of Funjelah, Mark confesses that the older he gets, the grumpier he gets. But he’s found gratitude in his comedy upbringing, fiancé, and the ability to keep moving in his career. Plus, Mark and Anjelah dive deep into the biggest debate of all t...

Comedian Marcus D. Wiley joins Anjelah in the Funjelah studio this week for a genuine conversation about church culture, comedy, and why rejection might actually be one of life’s greatest gifts. He may also be Anjelah’s new pastor, though he’s definitely not a preacher. From college professor to touring comic, Marcus breaks down the jobs that led him to where he is today, including selling calenda...

Hello folks! Funjelah is now officially a Nateland Entertainment podcast! So this week Brian Bates from Public Figures joins us in the studio to welcome Anjelah to her new podcast home and talk all things Nashville, comedy, and how there’s too many trailers at the movie theater. Plus Brian shares gratitude for his healthy family and for his new favorite sports team that doesn’t exist yet. 

Reporting live, it’s Anjelah and Nashville’s Chief Meteorologist, Danielle Breezy! Don’t get mad at her for interrupting your show, she’s literally trying to save your life. Danielle Breezy is more than just a cool name; she’s an Ivy League scientist who takes us behind the scenes of tracking storms and low key predicting the future. She also opens up about her endometriosis journey and the import...

This week is all about the waiting… and waiting… and more waiting. From long lines at the hot new coffee shop to life’s bigger moments that require patience (which we’re all definitely great at, right?), Anjelah and Danielle break down the highs, lows, and mild meltdowns in between. They get into why waiting can drive us a little crazy, but also how it can force us to slow down and actually notice...

This week on Funjelah, the shoes are coming off...literally. We are diving deep into the etiquette of whether or not you take your shoes off in someone else’s home, hotel, or basically anywhere. Tour has officially come to an end, and our mutual frustration with air travel and dirty hotel rooms is never-ending. However, with that comes immense gratitude for a weekend of strong final shows and look...

This week, Anjelah sits down with Harry Shum Jr., a friend from their early LA days of house parties and sneaking into auditions. From selling leaked burned CDs out of his backpack in high school to starring in shows with fiercely dedicated fans, Harry shares the moments, mentors, and lucky breaks that shaped his journey. Plus, he and his wife Shelby also share their love of dance through co-writi...

Early bird or night owl? We're not sure if one's better, but we are sure we have strong opinions and absolutely zero scientific backing. This week, Anjelah and Danielle are in the studio recapping their weeks with family and getting emotional over apartments, old Italian restaurants, and dead bees. Anjelah worries about her helicopter mom tendencies and Danielle yells at people who aren't paying a...

This week, Anjelah hangs with her good friend Johnny Giovati, and things get chaotic in the best way. There’s a deep dive into ghosts and the wacky characters on paranormal shows (you’ve been warned), a passionate rant about people blocking street parking with trash cans, and a little envy for small town parking life. Johnny also shares how his work in special ed has made him a better human, plus...

Anjelah sits down this week with former gang member turned pastor Johnny Chang for a powerful, deeply personal conversation about transformation. From a chaotic childhood in LA gang life to now leading prison ministries across the country, Johnny shares how God entered and changed his life. He opens up about forgiveness, healing, and what it really takes to break cycles and build something new. It...

One of Anjelah’s all-time favorite actresses, Justina Machado, joins the podcast this week! The two sit down to talk about what actually makes Justina more nervous: performing on a sitcom set or stepping onto the Broadway stage. Along the way, they bond over one of life’s universal annoyances, people who complain about the same problem over and over but never do anything to fix it. But the heart o...

Dj Angie Vee in the house! These power house Anj/Ang's sit down this week to teach us about nootropics and fermented pickles. No really. But then they tell us about the time they were invited over to Neverland Ranch for Michael Jackson's birthday and screamed like wild animals when he walked by them. Who wouldn't? DJ Angie Vee also tells us about her immense gratitude over being able to DJ for the...

Alert! Anjelah has officially filmed her 7th one hour special. That's so many! Release date TBD, but on this week's episode she recounts her experience and the overall peace she was able to feel during the process. Plus, her and Danielle recount some of the frustrations they had to deal with at the taping, but of course, are grateful for the overall results. Now on to their summer project, finding...

This week Anjelah sits down with the incredible pop music artist Rachel Grae. Her recently released single, "Come A Day" made us instantly fall in love with her powerhouse voice. In a fun and honest conversation, Anjelah and Rachel connect on gratitude for failures, keeping some things secret, and what's on their green room riders. Her full album "Turned Into Me" drops March 6 and you don't want t...

Finally back in the LA studio, Anjelah and Danielle sit down to talk about full circle moments, friendships, and whether or not pizza should be cut into squares. Danielle has a hot take about what it really means to call someone your “friend” and Anjelah shares how relationships with friends evolve over time. Danielle finally tells the story of her and Anjelah’s invisible string. Learn more about...

It's the last stop on the final bus run for The Family Reunion Tour! The whole team sits down to reflect and share their favorite memories from the past year on the road. It's hard to believe there are only a few stops left! We also learn something about Alex we wish we never knew. 💩 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, while staying in a beautiful mountain home near Bend, OR, we introduce you to another vital member of The Family Reunion Tour - Eva Tucker! Eva is our beloved bus driver and we quite literally could not have done this tour without her. Danielle can do many things, but driving a bus with a trailer attached is not one of them. Eva shares her professional driving journey with us while also...

Back on the road in Spokane, WA, Anjelah and Danielle sit down in their hotel room and reflect on The Family Reunion Tour. No surprise here, Anjelah has a lot of cousins, who have naturally inspired some of the material she shares on stage. They also throw it back to 2016, using the latest trend to share gratitude in how far both of them have come in their career and fashion choices. Raise your ha...

Meet the newest member of Team Anjelah: Alex Tomko! As the newly minted videographer and content producer, Alex joined the team at the beginning of The Family Reunion Tour. Have you enjoyed all of the behind the scenes content? Well you can thank Alex for that. You can also thank him for a hilarious and heartfelt conversation about his upbringing, his dreams, and what’s going on with his cat Tony....

Settle in at home with Anjelah and Danielle this week as they talk about what they love and hate about their humble abodes. And yes, there is a lot of bathroom talk. Chatting through the ups and downs of home ownership versus apartment renting, they both agree nothing makes them feel more warm and cozy than those city lights. Plus an important question is asked…do you have a favorite public restro...