Let Me Finish

In this episode, Diz talks with UK actress and Improvisor, Ruth Curtis! Ruth's topic for this episode is... Talking! Topics include: Ruth's life with Multiple Sclerosis and the state of MS research Role playing diseases in the medical field Chatter/Natter Tables The state of Chat TV in the UK and America The problem with Political Talk shows The power of Listening And lots more! Plus, Diz...

This week, Diz talks with another UK friend, Dave Jervis-Green! Unlike a lot of other guests, Dave is laser-focused on this week's topic: The very bad action films of Liam Neeson . There's really not a lot more to say here... Except that Dave picks TWO Dream Sponsors: Host Unusual and Kind Hearted Chocs !

In this episode, Diz talks with fellow Improvisor and Artist, Marty Gordon! Marty's topic for discussion is Art, Artists and the Communities they create. But, as usual, there's a bunch of other stuff too, including: Street Art (including "Wheat-pasting" and "slaps".) Ageism in Improv Improv D&D Collage and Collage Techniques The Art of Sal Buscema, Gene Colan &...

In this episode, Diz speaks with London improvisor and actor Katie Tranter! The conversation is wide-ranging, featuring stops on topics such as: Anti-Improv Silent and Black & White Film Being a working actor in London Working with Jim Carey (and the other stars of Sonic 3) Where to start with the Marvel movies And so much more! Katie also names her Dream Sponsor, Honest Greens ! Oh, and if yo...

We've got a lot of new listeners to the podcast, so this week, Diz and Amanda ask each other some "Getting to Know You" type questions. Listen in to find out: When Diz got his first laugh When Amanda had her first music lesson Where Diz was when we landed on the moon Why Pianos are better than people And much more! Plus, we've got a vasectomy update, the introduction of "Goebbels the Gerbil," and...

We're back with a big, Big, BIG episode that covers a ton of stuff including: David Lee Roth vs Frank Sinatra Where Sammy Davis Jr. Kept his Glass Eye The Best 90's Disasters Janet Reno Threatens Diz's Junk Diz's new RFK Jr. Impression Crap as Art Occupy Wall-Street vs The TEA Party And SO. MUCH. MORE! Plus, Diz names his Dream Sponsor: Pampers !

Yep. Diz got a Vasectomy, and it went about as well as you'd expect given the year he's been having. We also discuss: The state of Insurance in America (it's criminal) The American urge to scream "Malpractice!" The proliferation of tubes inside the scrotums of American men The lack of empathy among some podcast co-hosts who shall remain nameless And, Diz names his Dream Sponsor, Birds Eye Frozen P...

Well, I'm sick, so my friend Amanda Cagle came by at the last minute to make me some soup and sit down for another podcast. We're talking Spooky Season, Christianity vs Halloween, Trump's Poltergeist-Wanking Dance, Phil Tippett's " Mad God ," Mix-Tapes, Streaming and every young man's dream, getting backstage with the Go-Gos! Plus, this time we've got three Dream Sponsors, all of which have to do...

This week, we're chatting with Actor, Improvisor and Professional DM, Fiona Howat! (That's right, I said, "we". This time around I've got a co-host, Amanda Cagle!) What do we talk about? Well, just stuff like: Love & Hot Dish RPGs Horror (movies, RPGs, etc.) The importance of Scene Painting Quadball And tons more! Plus, Fiona names her Dream Sponsor: Lucy & Yak! Oh, and be sure to check ou...

This week, I spend some QT (Quality Time) with my son, Logan Disbrow ! Freshly returned from college, we touch on a lot of subjects including: The Filibuster Home Improvements Yosemite Sam - Does the carpet match the drapes? Private Parts and the names we give them Gen Z "Brain Rot" vs Millennial "Dank Memes" The Fate of "Deez Nuts" The Origin of "Rizz" His new job Addiction and recidivism among f...

In this week's episode, Diz speaks with local musician, mom and anarchist, Amanda Cagle! It's a wide-ranging conversation that also managed to stay mostly on topic somehow... And covers things like: Trolling Neo-Nazis The beauty and horror of the accordion Using Laughter to diffuse hate And SO. MUCH. MORE! Plus Amanda names her Dream Sponsor, Beauty & The Beast costume shop! Show Notes: "Golgo...

*Actually, due to a cancellation and technical issues, this is just an update. A "State of the Podcast," if you will. But, it's good news! So, strap in for 8, count 'em EIGHT action-packed minutes of statistics, apocrypha and all-around podcast goodness as I bring you up to date on what's happening with the "Let Me Finish" podcast. Oh, and I finally get to choose a...

This week I'm speaking with Improvisor, YouTuber , Writer and Fitness enthusiast, Kap! This episode was supposed to be about Fitness (and there is a lot of that), but mostly we talk at length about life in Sri Lanka. Including: Family Structure Dating Education Air Conditioning (or the lack thereof) Plus, how Disney's Tarzan inspired Kap to begin his own Fitness journey and why weight trai...

In this episode, I talk to Improvisor, Game Designer and Spite Enthusiast, Chris Portie! We discuss the inspiration for his game, " I Would KILL Hitler! " as well as the role "spite" can play in motivating your daily life.... Though it might not be the best thing to get you up in the morning. (But still, it can be useful for getting things done, in moderation.) There's also...

This week I'm joined by self-proclaimed Blue Jeans Enthusiast, Sara Hall! But, we don't talk about jeans at all . Instead, we talk about "Religious Deconstruction" and the process of deconstructing a part of one's identity. It's a lot deeper than this short description can do justice to, so dive in! (Oh, and Diz also geeks out on "Thor" comics for a bit. How did...

In this episode, Diz speaks with Licensed Professional Counselor, Debbie Witchel . The focus of the discussion is on grief and loss and includes: Dealing with loss Selecting a therapist The role of anger in grief The difference between a Therapist, Psychiatrist and Psychologist The portrayal of counseling in Pop Culture Plus, Debbie reveals the single most important thing you can do for a grieving...

This week I speak with Allan Lear! Allan is an Improvisor that I met while doing Online Improv during the pandemic. Our discussion, while ostensibly about "Books" is very wide-ranging. We chat about Quantum Mechanics, Interstellar Travel, politics, far-right weirdos who wear "Nappies on their ears," and pretty much everything else! Don't believe me? Check out the show notes...

Diz talks with real life "Dr. Doolittle," Kathryn Knock ! What do your pets REALLY want? Do they grieve? Do they believe in an afterlife? Do they have long-term goals? Do worms have thoughts? What's a "Red Frilly?" And, of course, the most important question: "Do Cats EVER feel guilty?" Plus, Kathryn names her Dream Sponsor: Sainsbury's Stores ! Want to have K...

In this episode, Steve talks to Stephanie Straw about gaming! Stephanie previously worked for Funko Games and currently works for Tempest Workshop Design Studio . Topics of conversation include: Secrets of Funko Gaming for Charity Playing vs Collecting Games Playing on the Floor 3D Printing and the rise of Sexy STLs "Adult" gaming D&D 5e vs other TTRPGs The benefits of teaching kids...

Well, it finally happened. Jeff and Steve had a big blowup while recording the podcast, and Jeff decided to "retire." But Steve is carrying on, with a different guest each week! This week that guest is comedian Mo Alexander! It's a wide-ranging discussion, including: Paris Olympics & Religious Indoctrination Being Political on Stage The Problem with "Clearance" Thomas N...

In this episode of "Let Me Finish":  Should Biden drop out? And if he does, why can’t Gavin Newsom and Kamala Harris be the new Democratic Ticket?  Tales from the Gulf War The Return of Willie Horton Biden’s Achievements Why you should vote for a dead dog over Trump How Jeff freed most of Europe An appeal to our Gen Z listeners (both of them!) The Genius of Dark Brandon The Conspiracy to...

Let Me Finish! Is a new podcast featuring conversations between two cousins, Jeff and Steve. In this first episode, we discuss: Products we are disappointed with. (Mostly "super" glues) Identity Theft Mistaken Identity Cops vs Firemen Being a "4-Spotter" And we beg our Dream Sponsor, "Dr. Squatch" to give us some free stuff.