David Naster

You Just Have To Laugh

Comedy EN ↓ 300 episodes

YOU JUST HAVE TO LAUGH (YJHTL)David Naster learned and survived how to make a living as a professional comedian. Then the comedian learned how Humor and Laugher helps us to survive. For over 44 years Naster has interviewed hundreds of real people that are really funny in situations that are NOT funny. The YJHTL's podcast intentions are to entertain and inspire how humor can help you through any Tough Time you may endure. Each week we will offer real people who are really funny that have found joy and laughed through their real problems.

Author

David Naster

Category

Comedy

Podcast website

anchor.fm

Latest episode

Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

484. You Just Have To Laugh - with and at your family. And Rich Linden has another great father-in-law story. 02.10.2023

Rich Linden joins the YJHTL podcast once again with another father-in-law story. This is his OTHER father-in-law, bot the one that got arrested in Mexico. Enjoy Rich's great storytelling proving, You Just Have to LAUGH with family.

483. Taking Miracles Seriously - a journey to everyday spirituality. 29.09.2023

An accomplished storyteller with a refreshing, humorous voice, Rabbi Zedek draws on a range of materials including biblical tales, Indian and Japanese folklore, the works of St. Augustine, Einstein, Isaac Bashevis Singer, and Groucho Marx to take readers on a truly original search for spiritual sustenance in everyday life. Readers will learn how to identify and appreciate the miraculous in an ofte...

482. "Life should be fair" is a joke. Expectations are premeditated resentments leading to victimhood and disappointment. And yours truly, David Naster, proves it. 27.09.2023

Is life fair or not fair?   Both expectations lead to resentments. David explains how to live life on life's terms. Farmers teach us that. This podcast will change the way you look at expectations from this point on. Guaranteed!

481. Let's have fun, sing and dance like the 90's with Gary Hochstetter from Fool House 26.09.2023

Lead singer Gary Hochstetter from Fool House takes into his 90's dance party. It's a live musical event that pays homage to the golden era of boy bands, pop stars, hip hop and pop punk.   Fool House recreates the sound, sights, and energy of the biggest stars of the 90's. It's just a fun 90's party. Go find where they are at and have a blast!  https://www.foolhouseband.com

480. Rich Linden shares how he rescued his 78-year-old father-in-law from a Mexican jail – while dealing with the Cartel. True story! 26.09.2023

Rich Linden's professional background in radio, television, film, music, theater and dance has led him to places around the world with all kinds of versatile organizations.  His resume includes over 25 years of experience of successfully engaging, entertaining and creating inclusive sporting events, festivals and nonprofit occasions, celebrating and unifying the community. ​ Rich has an uncanny ab...

479. Want to get your ideas to Broadway, London or the movies? Critically acclaimed playwright, Lindsey Ferrentino, explains how she does it. 23.09.2023

Lindsey Ferrentino is a prolific playwright who writes with, according to The New York Times, "a muscular empathy which seeks to enter the minds of people for whom life is often a struggle of heroic proportions".    Whether writing about a female burn survivor or the first leading role for a person with Down Syndrome, Lindsey has been called "a brave playwright of dauntless conviction whose unflin...

478. From the 'penthouse to the outhouse' with Ed Hearn. He was the back-up catcher for the 1986 World Series New York Mets. Now, after four kidney transplants, Ed shares the meaning of perspective. 20.09.2023

Edward John Hearn   was an American  professional baseball   catcher  who played for the  New York Mets  and  Kansas City Royals  of  Major League Baseball  from 1986 to 1988. He won the  1986 World Series  with the Mets. In 1992 Ed was diagnosed with  focal segmental glomerulosclerosis . He immediately underwent a  kidney transplant  and was required to take several types of medication on a daily...

477. "How NOT to become a spy." Justin Lifflinder explains as an American who lives in Russia with dual citizenship. 17.09.2023

Justin Lifflander came to the USSR in 1987 as a driver-mechanic for the US embassy in Moscow. A year later he moved to Votkinsk, in the foothills of the Ural Mountains, where he inspected missiles at a production plant as part of the Intermediate Nuclear Forces Treaty (INF) between the U.S. and U.S.S.R. He moved back to Moscow in 1990. After 20 years with Hewlett-Packard Russia he worked for the M...

476. Glorious Highlights from the Patch Adams Clown Mission in Costa Rica. 14.09.2023

Twenty six clowns went to Costa Rica with Patch Adams. We went there to bring joy to people suffering. We played. We made music. We brought fun in not-so-funny places. This podcast are the clowns sharing what they experienced as they made that special human connection. 

475. Chaplain Skip Straus (left) was on the pile in NYC for the first responders on 9/11. He takes us there.. 11.09.2023

Skip Straus has been in the first responder business for over 50 years. As a Fire Department Chaplain, Skip knew his calling was to go to New York City and be there for all of the first responders working on the pile at ground zero. Sixteen years after 9/11 Skip began to deal with his PTSD. In this podcast on 9/11/2023, Skip shares his experience and what got him through his emotions. YJHTL thanks...

474. You are already successful and probably don't know it, with funny man, Miguel Washington 11.09.2023

Miguel Washington has been making people laugh for over 25 as a Stand-Up comedian. He has worked in every venue you can imagine. From Biker Bars to Bowling Alleys, from Comedy Clubs to Corporate Event from Cruise Ships to Corporate Parties - he makes them all laugh. Miguel is the A chameleon comedian Miguel Washington's jokes cater to everybody and please every time.   miggysworld.com

473. From Coast Guard to First Responder to Clown, Rob Kearney brings joy to everyone he meets. 07.09.2023

Rob Kearney is a clown. Always has been. And he doesn't need a red nose to dio it. As a kid to an adult he brings joy to people. I met Rob in Costa Rica on a Clown Mission with the real Patch Adams. Watching him connect to another person's soul through play and fun is amazing to watch. In this podcast, he will explain one of those instances. I watched it with my own eyes. It was beutiful.  The pic...

472. Heading off to Costa Rica with Patch Adams on a Clown Mission to bring joy and care with the fun of being playful. 05.09.2023

The clown's mission is to bring chaos and fun to the serious adult world. Sprinkled in that playful is the caring for others who could a good jolt of joy. And that's what e will do. In this podcast I share the meaning of the jokester and the importance of being playful. In the words of my dear friend, Bernie DeKoven, "Fun and laughter are a religious experience. Our lives have become increasingly...

471. Groovin' with Felix Cavaliere of the legendary Young Rascals. Great stories about his Great Music. And top of it all, a GREAT GUY. 02.09.2023

Peace, love, and happiness is the creative force for legendary singer songwriter, FELIX CAVALIERE. Making people feel good is what he has done for over 50-years. Felix career has led him to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Songwriter Hall of Fame, Vocal Group Hall of Fame, and Grammy Hall of Fame. Few artists can claim they defined a generation; FELIX CAVALIERE continues to remind us to keep listenin...

471. Bonnie Johnson, the Garden Empress, shares her life changing story how surrendering to her fears led to discovering her wonderful, authentic self. 31.08.2023

Bonnie Johnson shares a story that everyone must hear. Surrendering to the many fears she kept inside her entire life led to discovering her true self. Bonnie's honesty is compelling. Her joy of trusting herself unconditionally, will light-up your soul.

470. "Fah-get about it," with Jimmy Labriola who coined that phrase on the hit TV show, Home Improvement. Jimmy is the combination of a New York edge with perfect comedic timing. 30.08.2023

Jim Labriola is unforgettable! An amazing combination of New York edge with comedic timing, Jim continues to leave audiences laughing and quoting his signature phrases - "Fah-get about it." Born in Queens, Jim's natural flair for comedy developed early on the toughest of audiences - family gatherings! Routines from the comedy greats quickly became his measuring tool, and Jim rapidly rose through t...

469. Everything you want to know about Tequila including the best for sipping and THE best margarita recipes. 28.08.2023

Ian Hulon of UnKCorked talks with You Just Have To Laugh about the differences between Tequilas and Mezcal. We include some great recipes for Margaritas and the best Tequila for sipping. There are so many variations of Tequilas and Mescal and Ian does a muy beuno job of helping us understand. If you need or want more info contact Ian at: ian@unKCorked.com UnKCorked.com

468. You have seen Blake Clark in many Adam Sandler movies and TV shows. He was also the voice of Slinky Dog in Toy Story. Now you get to hear how funny he is as a comic and proud Vietnam Vet. 25.08.2023

Blake Clark   is a veteran of the  Vietnam War , having served as a  first lieutenant  in the  United States Army  with the  5th Infantry Division . [2] [3]  During his time in the army, Clark was also a member of the  101st Airborne Division  known as the "Screaming Eagles." Blake has been cast in numerous  Adam Sandler  films including  The Waterboy ,  Little Nicky ,  Mr. Deeds ,  Eight Crazy Ni...

467. "I am a Doctor, but all else I consider myself an activist for peace, justice and care for all people." Patch Adams joins us to talk about our upcoming clown mission to Costa Rica. 23.08.2023

In the last 28 years, Patch has created 50 presentations and performed them in 70 countries. He's spoken at 90 medical schools in the US and many more around the world. Over the course of the last two decades he's been on the road for 200-300 days of the year. In 1985, he took a group of people on a clown trip to what was then the Soviet Union. Equipped with colorful clothing and compassion we vis...

466. Don't let the tats scare you - Mike Grief is a pussycat. You've seen him in so many TV shows and movies. Now you get to know the heart and funny side of him AND the really cool people he has worked with. 21.08.2023

Here are just a few of Mike Grief's credits: Liar Liar Epic Movie EdTV Home Improvement The Mentalist The Goldbergs Two Broke Girls How I Met Your Mother Monk Buffy the Vampire Slayer Legit Shameless Until We Meet Again   The Big Bad Broadcast is Mike's Podcast with Craig Mitchell and John Ferrintino

465. Ever wonder why dogs sniff other dogs rear ends? Chuck and Cat Klingsick share the how's and why's of owning a dog, training your dog and the value of service dogs. If you love dogs you will love this podcast. 18.08.2023

This is podcast is about the people who love dogs. Chuck and Cat Klingsick with Dog Training Elite, work with dogs of any breed, size or age and empower owners with lifelong skills to continue successes with: Leash & potty training Staying & coming Destructive chewing & digging Stealing food, clothing, or other objects Barking, howling & whining. kansascity@dogtrainingelite.com  816 308 6985  

464. Craig Mitchell is a very funny man as well as a comic, actor, podcaster and has his own cookie show that is hysterical and healthy. Oh by the way, he's out, he's free and funnier than ever. 14.08.2023

Craig Mitchell is open, honest, very funny and extremely witty. Here are his contacts and links to his fun and funny shows.   website--   offthecuffwithcraigmitchell.com   https://www.youtube.com/@StrongIslandTV   Podcast -- The Big Bad Broadcast  https://www.facebook.com/TheBigBadBroadcast/    

463. Durk Pearson is an expert in anti-aging research and brain biochemistry. He shares what you can do to get and stay healthy and slow-down your aging process. This is his first public interview in over 20 years. 11.08.2023

    This is a very special podcast as Durk Pearson does not do public interviews. He agreed to do it because of Michelle and Greg Pryor sharing his designer foods that he has proven work on himself and his wife, Sandy Shaw. Durk is a very private man who has spent his life in anti-aging research and brain biochemistry. His expertise is backed up with data and his personal experience. Since 1968, h...

462. Kelley Lynn joins us again proving there is "Laugh after Death." How to find the humor and joy through grief is not only possible, it brings light and life back into a griever's heart and soul. 08.08.2023

On an ordinary Wednesday on July 13, 2011, Kelley woke up to a new life as a widow at age 39, after learning that her 46-year-old husband Don had gone into sudden cardiac arrest and died about one hour after arriving at work. Since that day, it has been Kelley's mission to help others survive and thrive through their losses, and to change the conversations we have as a society surrounding grief an...

461. You may know Mark Farner (Grand Funk Railroad) as the 'Captain' - I know him as "Brother Mark,' a really cool guy who grows garlic and loves to talk about it. 04.08.2023

In our second interview with 'Brother' Mark Farner, he shares where his love of music and family started. Mark also shares about Farner Chords. This will end any and all confusion  as to what chords  Mark used or how he played some of his compositions. You will also  get to know even better the cool guy Brother Mark Farner truly is and how he loves to grow and talk garlic.     Now for some backgro...

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