Rudy Tyburczy

Jokes and the Gym with Rudy Tyburczy

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Jokes and the Gym is where dumbbells meet dumb jokes. Hosted by comedian, certified personal trainer, and brain tumor survivor Rudy Tyburczy, this show dives into the messy overlap of comedy, health, and resilience. Each week, Rudy chats with comedians, creatives, and other people in his life about late nights, weird gigs, fitness fails, and finding balance when life throws curveballs. You’ll also hear solo episodes with updates from his ongoing brain surgery journey, reflections on recovery, and plenty of ridiculous stories along the way. Expect laughs, honesty, and maybe even the push you ne...

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Ep. 11 - Tess Barker Supports Britney Spears and The (Philadelphia) Eagles 12.03.2024 1:05:24

Hey folks, this week's guest is the hilarious and talented Britney Spears/Philadephia Eagles fan Tess Barker! We dig into her podcasts Toxic: The Britney Spears Story (she like started #FreeBritney!) and Lady to Lady, the benefits of a chill (or very hot) workout, and what we talk about when we talk about Murakami. We also geek out over storytelling in comedy (Tess shares a secret weapon from...

Ep. 10 - Curt Neill Has Made At Least One Movie 05.03.2024 1:30:35

Jokes and the Gym: Oscar Edition - Curt Neill Spills All That Hollywood Tea Attention, weary comedians and gym-dwelling existentialists! Buckle up for a special Oscar edition of Jokes and the Gym, because this week we're serving up a piping hot plate of Hollywood dreams with my friend, pickup league hoopster, and filmmaker Curt Neill. **Listen along as we: Cringe at Curt's journey from t...

Ep. 9 - Sam Miller Has An Important Message About Meth - I Mean Comedy 27.02.2024 1:25:30

Jokes and the Gym: Episode 9 with Sam Miller What’s up fitness freaks and funny folks! This week on Jokes and the Gym, I hang out with fellow comedian and pal, Sam Miller , a dude who can lift a mic with the best of em. We dive deep into the world of stand-up, from building a laugh-loving community to surviving the brutal and (hopefully) hilarious world of comedy clubs . Here's the skinny on...

Ep. 8 - Kellen Terrett is a Bike Ridin Daddy 20.02.2024 1:30:03

What’s up everybody! Ready for laughs, inspiration, and maybe even some D&D? Join me - your host Rudy Tyburczy - and my longtime friend and comedian Kellen Terrett for an episode packed with comedy jokes, workout wisdom, and Chicago comedy secrets. We chat finding your voice (on stage and off), self-care hacks for peak performance (mind and body!), and conquering pesky fear. Plus, Kellen share...

Ep. 7 - Adam Palmeter Has Had More Back Surgeries Than Your Parents 13.02.2024 1:20:14

From Chipped Backs to Stand-Up Cracks: Get Fit, Get Real with This Hilariously Heartfelt Podcast Join host Rudy Tyburczy as he chats with good friend Adam Palmeter, a comedian and artist who traded Seoul stages for Saigon sunrises and NYC nights after facing down addiction, surgery, and the harsh reality of chasing laughs in a foreign land. He'll share his journey, from building comedy scenes...

Ep. 6 - Andy Andrist Has Faced Cancer, Trauma, and Steve Buscemi 06.02.2024 1:21:42

** Life, Death, & Punchlines: Comedian Andy Andrist Gets Real About Cancer, Comedy & (Almost) Getting Prefontained:** Ever laugh in the face of, well, everything? Comedian Andy Andrist did just that after a surprise pancreatic cancer diagnosis. Listen in as Andrist and host Rudy Tyburczy discuss cancer and so much more. This episode is no sob story, though. Buckle up for a wild ride throug...

Ep. 5 - Laura Sanders Wants to Keep Being Kind and Keep Being Funny 30.01.2024 1:06:15

In this friendly and wide-reaching conversation, host Rudy Tyburczy and New Orleans-based comedian and artist Laura Sanders discuss various topics related to comedy and personal well-being. They explore how they feel about stretching, finding joy in comedy, and the pressure to achieve in the industry. They also discuss coping with buckets of personal tragedy, setting boundaries, and prioritizing s...

Ep. 4 - Turner Sparks Gets Destroyed by Non-comedians in Flag Football 23.01.2024 1:21:25

Turner Sparks, internationally touring headliner, and I lean pretty heavily into the Jokes portion of the podcast, but that's because I'm always so interested to hear from comics who have successfully moved to one of the coasts, especially after living abroad for so many years. That's Turner! Since moving stateside after many years in Suzhou, China, he has released two comedy album...

Ep. 3 - Leigh Anne Jasheway Loves the Rule of Three 16.01.2024 1:13:51

Leigh Anne Jasheway shares her love for Eugene and the draw of nature and acceptance that led her to stay. She discusses finding a supportive community and the importance of being close to nature. Leigh Anne reflects on her childhood and academic journey, including her transition from academics into comedy and fitness. She explains how she uses humor in health education and the benefits of laughte...

Ep. 2 - Albert Escobedo Wants to Help a Billion Animals 09.01.2024 1:20:26

Our second guest is my good pal Albert Escobedo, a seasoned comedian and humane society director. In this episode, Albert and Rudy drop a few names from their days in Seoul doing comedy together, get into some of the nitty gritty of Albert's prep when he was a roast battler in LA, and discuss what kind of person gets into veterinary medicine. Albert has a lot of good insights! Enjoy! Stay jui...

Ep. 1 - Brian Netzel is Glad He Was a Mess 02.01.2024 1:10:39

Host Rudy Tyburczy and inaugural guest Brian Netzel, comedian of Buffalo, chat about how health has become much more hip focused for them over the years, how to maintain some level of balance as a comedian, and why dropping booze was a must for making real growth. Enjoy the first episode! Donate to the National Brain Tumor Society! https://nbtsevents.braintumor.org/fundraiser/7236611 Work with me...