The Comedian Next Door

Hey, Neighbor. This is PART TWO of the conversation with Juan DeVevo regarding the parable of the sower.  (You know, some people are going to reject the Gospel no matter how we present it. So what do we make of that reality?!) We humans love to take credit for our own goodness.  But--taking God's glory for ourselves is literally the worst sin we can commit.  Meanwhile, we like to gi...

We're puzzling at the table today!  John hurt himself AGAIN. (No surprise.) And we have some news we have been (unintentionally) keeping from you, Neighbor, but the Peaches is too sick to share... Later: John was un-invited from a show for a charity organization, because his blog doesn't support gay people.  But do we really want to work for non-profit Do-Gooders who deny the importance...

The Comedian (John Branyan) and the Musician (Juan DeVevo) are at it again.  Do you ever hurt yourself while doing manly things?... The two swap stories about injuries, going all the way back to elementary school! Then, MEMES! Let's recap the happenings on social media this month, including the stupidest hot takes about religion.   Why would a PASTOR share a picture of Kat Von D in...

Welcome to the kitchen table, Neighbor! First:  We discuss what has come to be labeled "Spanking Gate." The Peaches was encouraged to hear the Wilson's response to all the controversy.  Their Family Interventions sound very similar in seriousness to the Branyan Family Meetings! Then:  There's nothing like being accused of child abuse from people whose parenting solutions are found i...

Hello, Neighbor.   We apologize for any unseriousness you've gotten from our podcast in the past.  We do our best to be VERY serious in this episode...  Recently there have been several emails (and a text message!) asking for more in-depth advice about Real Life Stuff--especially parenting. We do our best to expand on the principles that guide our parenting decisions, while als...

Here we are again, Neighbor... We're still causing a bit of a stir with our belief that it's difficult to talk about timelines when dealing with the creative behavior of a Timeless God.  Is it unChristian to study theoretical physics and explore the impact of Einstein's Theory of Relativity on the biblical narrative?  Should we have the exact same understanding of Scripture the Ancient's...

Hi, Neighbor! We want to apologize for the quality of our last episode.  It was actually a GREAT conversation, if you were able to decipher it.  Today, let's talk a little more about creation!   In essentials, unity. In opinions, liberty. And in everything, love.  That's all well and good, isn't it?  But WHAT ARE THE ESSENTIALS?  Most Christians don't care (on th...

This episode was recorded over video chat, and that's why it sounds like we're interrupting each other constantly.  (Particularly the audio tracks for Juan and Peaches seem to have gotten smashed together during the recording, rather than a nice, smooth, back-and-forth.) Please forgive the weird delays and places where Juan (and Brian) are not even audible, for some reason. We could hear them...

Hey, Neighbor! We have a great idea for a scavenger hunt! For years, we've prided ourselves on being the Most Obscure and Hard-To-Find podcast on the internet. The FLF app is now called "PubTV." Sorry we didn't tell you sooner.  But you can always listen to The Comedian Next Door on a website somewhere.  Go find it! (But don't share the link with your friends. That would spoil the hunt f...

This episode of the Comedian Next Door was recorded LIVE with the Starving Comics Quarantine Show audience on October 1st, 2023.  Welcome to the "Afert Party." We opened the line to viewer questions and ended up discussing the impact of artificial intelligence on comedy writing.  Listen in, as John Branyan and Brian Apprille share their professional opinions about why robots can't be fun...

We're ready for our ratings to SOAR now that we're incorporating some FIGHTING. Jump into the boxing ring with us today, Neighbor! Send us an email to let us know if you need some more controversy, or if you want us to drum up some more "Brain Candy" for your listening pleasure.   People don't like to think of themselves as antagonistic...   But, once they decide that someone e...

Hey, Neighbor! Give us a second to plug in Luke's mic...  Today we're talking about popular Relationship Gurus on TikTok--specifically "Jimmy on Relationships," who has amassed a huge following from Divorced (or soon-to-be-divorced) women.  What does it take to become a popular content creator "on relationships"? Well, start by having an affair... Then buy yourself a wig... Once again, t...

Welcome to the "Afert Party" on the Starving Comics show.  (No. We didn't spell that wrong.  It's the AFERT Party.) It's usually only available to John Branyan Clique Members, but this is a sneek peek because we didn't record a podcast this week! Comedians John Branyan and Brian Apprille have been in the business a loooooong time.  They discuss the evolution of comedy over the years...

Hey, Neighbor!  Welcome to the kitchen table of the Comedian Next Door, hosted by the Fight Laugh Feast Network.  We need to solve the Cone Palace Problem.  Since this is a community-wide issue with far-reaching consequences, you already know exactly what we're talking about: There's constantly gridlocked traffic at the corner of US31 and Center Road, caused by Kokomo's inexplicable...

Hi, Neighbor! It's The Comedian (John), The Peaches (Amanda), and The Ninja (Luke).  Don't take it personally that Luke would rather be out building a shed than sitting here talking with us... John is a little sour today because he wasn't invited to be the Funny Guy at a certain Christian Convention. (Don't worry. He just needs to be reminded that he wouldn't have enjoyed it anyway.) Speaking...

Luke has just finished a Ghost Pepper Chicken Sandwich, and the McBabies are pretty noisy in the kitchen! (It's happy sounds, Neighbor Carl.  Don't worry.)  Some kids need company when they're doing chores, as a reminder to stay focused. But...not Silas. Now, let's talk about Luke's trouble-making ways on social media.  He posted a John MacArthur quote: "I couldn't care less what a...

This is an extended episode because we have a lot to say about manipulative non-believers who take advantage of the "nice" Christians... But first, we chat for about Grandma Turbo's upcoming nuptials, yard work, and taking responsibility.  Later: -"Kind" and "intelligent" and "friendly" non-believers are even more dangerous than the militant jerks. This is especially true when this is their b...

The Comedian, John Branyan, sits down with the Casting Crowns Musician, Juan DeVevo, to discuss the culture through the lens of memes.  We apologize for the late release of this episode. Points of interest: -God doesn't need us to defend Him from the Atheist Memes.  -Do Christians make Jesus sad enough to smoke? -Does God pitch fits and get angry like a petulant toddler? -"The Liar from...

Welcome to the CAMP GROUD of the Comedian Next Door. We're gathered around a table with our Vacay Friends, talking about our weekend retreat.  It wasn't all smooth sailing, Neighbor.  We won't give spoilers in this description. But--we've been through some stuff!   Tune in as we share our stories... Contact the Comedian's family by emailing nextdoor@johnbranyan.com .  (Not...

The Comedian, John Branyan, and the Musician, Juan DeVevo of Casting Crowns, are taking a look at some popular memes.  Christians keep trying to be "neutral" and to find common ground with unbelievers.  But it's not "neutral" to be a Moderate. Trying to stay in the middle is a religious position based on conviction! Come, explore this meme about Deconstruction... this meme beloved by Pro...

There are a LOT of people at the house today. If you've been wanting more insight on the Branyan/McKinney/Farkas family dynamics, here's your chance to listen to us chatter in our natural environment:  a bit of chaos.   On this episode:  John, Andrew, Tabby/Joe and Amanda/Luke are all present to tease each other a bit and try to answer the question: why does Luke feel the need...

Welcome to the kitchen table of the Comedian Next Door!  You're here with the Comedian (John Branyan), the Podcast Ninja (Luke McKinney), and the Peaches (Amanda McKinney) to explore the strange place that is Luke's mind...  Here's a soundbite featuring a pigeon who sounds weird. Later: Imagine trying to save the Pagans from their Idolatry and accidentally joining them in their radical s...

I don't have time to do a full summary of this episode if I'm going to publish on time. Happy Independence Weekend, and we hope you enjoy this conversation with The Comedian Next Door. nextdoor@johnbranyan.com

John is desperately injured... Sports, sore hips, and charlie horses.  But it could be worse!  We could be crushed by the ocean while riding in a tin can! There was a time when men were respected for their courage and willingness to take perilous risks for the sake of potentially great reward. But, in our current society, most people try to mitigate and avoid risk as much as possible. So...

Please hold while we shuffle the headphones... Okay! Now Luke has a story no one has heard before! Something uncomfortable happened in bathroom at the race track. We're sorry to those who think toilet humor is lowbrow. It's not always like this!  But, since we've dragged you down already, go ahead and make suggestions for how Luke can clean up this story enough to tell on stage... Later: How...