Let’s Talk Cheslock

Hello! In this episode we talk to my mom again about my late Father, core family memories and how I relate them to movies and internet memes. Thanks for listening and don't forget to tell all your friends. Tony. Support the show

A story about a little girl from Argentina who lives life the way we all wish to: without fear.  You can read along here:  https://docs.google.com/document/d/1BLg34xB4MozwktfvWq-7eJDe0j36tIgWZVOBgA85yv8/edit?usp=drivesdk Tell you friends! Support the show

WKWTWB is a bit seized allegory for the mild burden of daily existence. Not deadly, not endlessly dreadful, but dull and sometimes a little surprising.  You can read along here:  https://docs.google.com/document/d/12jrVs2UiPRdYRRXcM5M7nsz55nnGPC1M59dKCIBs2Ag/edit?usp=drivesdk Enjoy and tell a friend.  Support the show

We are back with another short story, written by your boy. This is a tight little short about Franklin (a schizophrenic shut-in, with a deceased abusive father, and a live-in caretaker). I’ve always been interested in these types of stories and I am happy to bring this little on to the world.  Read along here:  https://docs.google.com/document/d/16XevRjR9xwHEGb_tNbFjr47bV34NwgJp04GfY2QcrW4/edit Su...

Today brings us a jam sesh with Philadelphia comedian Emily Epstein White. We waxed poetic on forbidden Tetris, graveyard placement, stand-up comedy venues, and the art of parenting. You can catch her live every week with Case Comedy: https://www.instagram.com/casecomedy?igsh=ejhxNmhqdjJ4ZDAz & as a Story Slam judge with First Person Arts: https://firstpersonarts.org/ Support the show

We got into a short & sweet & tight story by my good friend Jesse Draham (the Rabbit Man)!  This piece of wonderment will sting you, make you feel things, & will leave you delighted. Much like a good plate of buffalo wings…this is good for your health! Read it for yourself here:  https://jessedraham.medium.com/jackson-run-33dd19e7e6c1 Catch him on IG here:  https://www.instagram.com/je...

We had another chippy chit chat with my Mommma. We talked about a patient who had recently undergone LUNG transplants! Wow. We got into some other odds n ends as well! Hey! I LOVE you. 😘 Support the show

Hello great people of earth!  We were joined today by Dave Terruso, a great friend of mine with many talents (stand-up comedian, writer and professional mic-dropper). Don’t Open The Box will bend your mind around and back again, and leave you asking yourself a WHOLE BUNCH of v serious Qs.  Check out the story with the link below and use the QR Code in the file to buy the whole series of short stor...

While on my way to pick up my kid, my rear brake light went out. We called my (other) brother Andy Cheslock about how I called the whop while I was on my way to them with “breaks that went out”. An impromptu hilarious conversation ensues.  Support the show

We called dad. We love Father Cheslock.  Support the show

While wrapping up care physical therapy visits on New Year’s Eve, Tony wanted to call little brother Adam. We were blessed that he answered the phone!  Support the show

Rachel Fogletto is a dear friend who has been consistently creating a brand of comedy that is reflectively-witty-warm and original. We get into the connection between ADHD, lessons not gained in the after-life and human design. She’s headlining The Punchline Comedy Club Philly on 12/22! Get your tickets here: https://www.punchlinephilly.com/EventDetail?tmeventid=vv11FZbKe4ee18&offerid=156435 C...

Tony talks to his Mom. At first she refused to give me permission to put this up, and then she immediately acquiesced! We are all glad she did because every conversation with my mom is hilarious, lovely informative and full of silly love. We talk babies, lunch time and whatever else comes to mind.  Like, listen and share! Support the show

Tony and Auggie just chop it up on their lonesome. Tony has a long energetic streak, but will easily run his social battery waaaaay down. Relatable? Probably. Today the boys get into the politics of work email culture.  Support the show

The gang talks to Kate LaVergne about balancing motherhood with being a stand-up comic, how to keep things in perspective while swaying from one project to another, and the history of the Jersey Devil. Tony is a feature comic on Kate's showcase at Sumplace Else in Waterford Works NJ this Sunday 6/30!   https://facebook.com/events/s/dont-call-me-shirley-presents-/987191193139659/ https://faceb...

On this warm June Monday, Tony, Auggie and Blobby talked to Jaye Burrell. Jaye is an Iraq War Veteran, a survivor of a massive car crash that lead to a coma, a comic from Norristown and a proud verbal remixer!  This was one of the most exciting episodes of LTC yet! We hope that you enjoy listening to this as much as we enjoyed creating it.  Like, subscribed and tell all your damn friends! Support...

Hey hey hey! Tony and Auggie talk to Felkiz Behr! Felix is the proprietor of the feedback open mic at Gojo in West (Best) Philly. They get into talking about British cartoons / sitcoms, the morphing of the English accent and how important it is to pay attention. Speaking of paying attention, this IS NOT episode 5. It's episode 6. Tony IS NOT good at math! IG: behrlyfelix Support the show

Tony, Chadwick and Auggie get into their heritage, the neighborhoods of human brain stems, how yelling at yourself can be negligibly helpful and yowza they had a blast! Chadwick is a comedy show producer, a small business owner and talk-show host. Check him out! Backside Comedy: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLkyD3s-fQsbZWOdabi3fbHgwUyAeaK7Oo&si=Gvd04KUZOIP3sku1 Zembo website: www.zembotem...

We spoke with Lauren on a beautiful Thursday in March, with the Ides creeping nearby. Despite that superstition,  we got into the pros and cons of isolation, how support can come from and through the most unexpected paths in our lives, and how struggling with mental health is something everyone can relate to.  Look out for Lauren Ellis on IG (@psychicgirlfriend) where you will learn about all of h...

We spoke with Philly Comic LUMP about breakfast, the ins and OUTS of eggs, and how even a chance moment under a drying machine can lead to a life changing event.  Check out his Podcast NO CHOPS  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yk-G6FrBjdA You can catch him doing his stand-up routine at these shows: - Mar 10 One line Madness At Johnny Brendas https://johnnybrendas.com/event/one-liner-madness/johnny...

Tony and Auggie talk to Alejandro Morales from the front desk of their car. They get into the finer points of horse riding, family drama and political <> Disney Villains.  Alejandro is resurrecting his acclaimed musical comedy show Eat Your Beats! Do you tolerate beets? Do you LOVE Beats?? Check out his show at the Comedy Sportz Theatre in Philly! https://www.comedysportzphilly.com/shows/eat...

On today's episode, Connor Talks Cheslock with Tony n Auggie on a beautiful February day in Philly.  They got into Connor's experiences with Epilepsy and how he found beauty in the struggle. Connor is an exceptionally strong and intelligent human who loves telling jokes throughout the Philly area. Check him out Wednesday 2/21 at Milano's Pizza in Williamstown NJ! https://www.eventbr...

Hi, if you’re reading this, you got a link to download my new podcast. Let’s Talk  Cheslock! this is the beginning of sorts. I already recorded and submitted beginning but I like this beginning better. Just trying out the technology.  As you were. Support the show