The Midday Show With J.R. Bjornson

In today's episode, J.R. Bjornson shares his recent journey of searching for the digital magnifier he lost 10 years ago. If you are interested in his upcoming comedy adventure in Calgary, you can learn more details in his events page. Through blindguycomedy.com. J.R. also discusses two assistive digital magnifying technologies that he relies on for his daily independence. His goal is simple: t...

In this episode, J.R. Bjornson shares a personal story about his latest comedy performance and why he’s often the first comic to hit the stage. Reflecting on his journey as a PG comedian, he opens up about his childhood experiences and the influence it had on his clean comedy style today. From being asked to go first in a lineup to the challenges of pushing boundaries on stage, J.R. dives into wha...

In today’s episode of The Midday Show J.R. talks about the new shift in podcast timing due to homeschooling his kids and shares a humorous yet motivational story about a 3.7 km (2.3 mile) walk to McDonald’s with his children. From battling the heat of Alberta to feeling proud of his journey towards better health, J.R. reflects on the challenges of staying active and making lifestyle changes. He al...

Welcome to The Midday Show with JR Bjornson! Join stand-up comedian and YouTuber JR as he dives into life’s quirky moments, news tidbits, and hilarious memories. Whether it’s not getting ASMR, strange scams in Alberta, or tech nostalgia, JR’s got you covered. Tune in for laughs, relatable stories, and a daily dose of fun. New episodes drop Monday to Friday at 9 AM MST. Perfect for a coffee break o...

In this special edition of The Midday Show With J.R. Bjornson Podcast, join me for an inside look at my latest stand-up comedy performance at 50 North Pub and Eatery, nestled within the Super 8 Motel on 7474 Gates Ave., Red Deer, Alberta. It was a night full of laughter and unforgettable moments! Interested in booking me for your next event? Reach out directly at blindguycomedy@gmail.com.

Imagine getting a $500 fine for using a free meal coupon from the McDonald's app! In this episode, I dive into the unbelievable story of an 18-year-old from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, who faced this exact situation. He logged into the McDonald's app, drove to the drive-thru to claim his free meal, and ended up with a hefty fine from a vigilant police officer who caught him using his smartphone in th...

In this episode of The Midday Show With J.R. Bjornson I take a second to talk about the Wildfire season starting earlier this season. As of this publishing of this episode on April 25, 2024 Their is over 60 active wildfires burning in Alberta Canada. Because I can’t publish the News Links on Social Media because I am in Canada, you can Google search “174 Wildfires Were man made CTV.” That will tak...

In this Episode I talk about and share my frustration of food costs going up. Even everyone’s favourite fast places are raising their prices. I also tried recording a video for this podcast but after publishing this Podcast the camera was not working properly. There will be a video up on the J.R. Bjornson YouTube Channel later on today so stay tuned for that. Thank you for listening to The Midday...

Today’s episode of the Midday Show With J.R. For April 23, 2024 J.R. Talks about how Braille helps him with his stand up comedy. Thank you for listening and remember to follow the show on whatever platform you are listening on.

With great happiness I have made it into the finals of Calgary’s Funny Fest 2024. The winner of the April 27th 2024 finals will win $2000 cash. I talk about my entry and how I thought I did. I did end up winning first place in my entry round. I performed along with 7 other comedians. I look forward to Saturday April 27, 2024 where we will see who wins.

Welcome to the Midday Show With J.R. Bjornson! In today's episode, join J.R. as he takes you on a fascinating journey of his one-week experience with magnesium. Discover how this mineral transformed his well-being and brought unexpected calmness, even in the chaos of a bustling Mom Market. Immerse yourself in the ambiance of that memorable day through an exclusive audio recording. Don't forget to...

Welcome to The Midday Show Hosted by J.R. Bjornson, where thought-provoking stories take center stage. Join us on this compelling journey as J.R. brings his podcast to YouTube as a test pilot, elevating the depth of conversation. In today's episode, J.R. shares a poignant story about how a breakdown in communication caused his wife to miss her 12-year-old son's concert – a touching narrative that...

In today's episode of "The Midday Show With J.R. Bjornson," join us as we celebrate J.R's remarkable journey of 82 days of sobriety. He candidly shares his personal insights and lessons learned since taking the courageous step to quit binge drinking, shedding light on the ups and downs of his sobriety journey. Additionally, we delve into a critical health topic as we discuss Health Canada's ground...

Today’s Midday Show Notes #1. This Podcast is about 4 to 6 years old. #2. Why Started this podcast, it reminds me of radio. #3. What does the Midday Show mean to J.R. Bjornson? #4. How many listeners does the show have? 14 listeners, 6 of them are on Spotify. #5. Where do you see the midday show going from here? #6. Do you think the midday show will ever grow in popularity? #7. Will the Midday sho...

Let’s revisit tipping culture, it’s getting real bad. Thank you for listening to this episode of my podcast. Remember, you can set up an account over at anchor.fm and leave a voicemail by visiting anchor.fm/Bjornson

Join us on The Midday Show with J.R. Bjornson Podcast! In this episode, we dive into the world of stand-up comedy, drawing parallels between comedians and politicians - both tasked with captivating their audience, albeit in different ways. We explore the art of turning life's predicaments into laughter and examine the evolution of children's personalities as they blossom into uniqueness. To share...

Dive into another enriching episode of The Midday Show with J.R. Bjornson, your cherished blind stand-up comedian hailing from Red Deer, Alberta, Canada. With over seven years of radio experience, J.R. seamlessly intertwines humor, insight, and warmth, crafting an ambiance that feels like a cozy, enlightening chat amongst friends. In this episode, J.R. delves into the underestimated power of stayi...

Join J.R. Bjornson, the talented blind stand-up comedian from Red Deer, Alberta, Canada, in today's enlightening episode of "The Midday Show." When J.R. isn't lighting up the stage with his humor, he's here, sharing slices of his life in his engaging 10-minute podcasts. In this episode, J.R. unveils his newfound secrets to falling asleep faster and enhancing the quality of his rest. A shift in his...

The midday show hosted by J.R. Bjornson as a podcast where we talk about life and the adventures we live. Primarily the adventures Mr. Bjornson lives. Today’s topic good old fasting.

Being 32 years old can be confusing. In this 22 minute podcast I talk about my life and having that moment where I feel overwhelmed. Could this be because I am 32 years old? Could this be because of expectations? Thank you for dropping by. This podcast comes and goes so, don’t be worried if I drop off the face of the planet and podcast next month or even tomorrow. Remember to subscribe on your fav...

Midday show show notes. From talking about what we did on family day to introducing Google assistant as new assistant, hope you enjoy today’s episode. PS if you are a coffee drinker, and perhaps a slow metabolizer of foods, you might want to listen to our news segment of the day. https://toronto.ctvnews.ca/some-coffee-drinkers-could-face-kidney-dysfunction-if-they-don-t-reduce-caffeine-new-u-of-t-...

Welcome to the Midday show for February 17, 2023. A man who says he has been tracking lottery numbers for many years wins his first prize of $118,000. https://www.msn.com/en-ca/news/other/construction-worker-who-tracks-the-lotto--data-finally-wins/ar-AA17zSvX?ocid=sapphireappshare Should the job you have affect the way your children are treated at school? https://www.dexerto.com/entertainment/scho...

Welcome to the Midday show for February 15, 2023. A Calgary woman wins $5 million in the lotto. https://www.msn.com/en-ca/news/canada/in-shock-calgary-woman-wins--million-lottery-prize/ar-AA17u7Vq?ocid=sapphireappshare

Welcome to the Midday show. Enjoy the podcast. It’s been a busy weekend of parties and also have not been feeling good but feeling much better.

Welcome to another podcast. Wednesday February 1, 2023. Let’s talk about world wrestling entertainment royal rumble pay-per-view. No spoilers. Also, today is the day I stop drinking coffee. Thank you for listening to the show. I try to make these episodes 10 minutes or less.