You Just Have To Laugh

Every day is a new day that starts a new week, month and year. Makin it one particular day and adding pressure to ending one year and starting another is out-dated. Any change or resolution only works if you start it today and continue it with committment and discipline. David takes you through how your inner self reflects your outer self and that is where the change and resolution begin. Make the...

To be great, even a genius at anything takes discipline, commitment and the ability to stay out of your own way to accomplish greatness. John Kizilarmut shares his path to be an accomplishment drummer who leads with his heart, soul and intelligence.

Jeff Matovic has lived with Touretts his entire life. As a kid he was made fun of and bullied   unmercifully. He learned how to deal with it and how to effectively shut some bullies up when words didn't work. Jeff truly represents the heart and soul of the You Just Have To LAUGH message. We are honored and thrilled he is a part of our family. He is wickedly smart with a glorious sense of humor.

Rabbi Michael Zedeck joins us to share the true meaning of why Chanukah is a Jewish holiday. And much to my surprise I found out it's not about the oil lasting for eight days. It's about …. Well, I guess you'll have to listen.  

I offer this podcast with love and caring. Grief and death are the toughest emotions we go through. The idea of finding humor even laughter during the grieving process may seem impossible. It is not only possible it is vital in getting through the five stages of grief

The latest book by Michael Zedek, "People are like…" are stories that will not only grow your children or grandchildren's vocabulary and comprehension but will stimulate meaning conversations. This book is beautifully illustrated and a joy for young readers or readers who want to stay young. Order at amazon.

"There is an extremely powerful force that, so far, science has not found a formal explanation to. It is a force that includes and governs all others and is even behind any phenomenon operating in the universe and has not yet been identified by us. This universal force is LOVE."   Those are the words of Albert Einstein. In the book, You Just Have To Love the meaning of life, award winning author D...

     Santa's Pitstop Shoppe and Gifts was founded in 2024 by Dave "the King" Wilson and his wife, Becky. Dave has been a professional Santa Claus for over 10 years, and obviously, he and Becky LOVE Christmas. Dave grew up with the track in his backyard, and in 1963 he attended his first tire test. As he sat in grandstand D for the first time and saw the roadsters fly by, he was hooked. Dave has sp...

James Inman is like no other comedian you have ever seen or heard, He is original and funny with a likeable vulnerability.  He takes you from his beginnings to winning the very prestigious San Francisco Comedy competion and performing at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and at Montreal Just for Laughs festval. Jamesinman.com

Comedian and author Mike Bridenstine accurately accounts of the most unique and bizarre "stand-up comedy culture" that may have ever existing in the United States. As the guy who started it, I can say Mike's detail and accuracy is impressive for a guy who didn't live it. From major comedy stars to a dead possum we had it all in Kansas City. Especially when you have the Glazer father and sons direc...

Tom Burgoon is an exceptional human being. He is the kind of person one cherishes as a friend. And that I do. I have the upmost respect for Tom's entertainment skills as a professional magician for over 50 years and still going. I am honored that Tom is sharing his creativity and talent on the 700 th You Just Have To Laugh podcast. To book or learn more about Tom go to - tomburgoon.com

Don Crost set out from Evanston Illinois to California in his 1953 truck on Route 66. He did this to bring awareness to ShelterBox. ShelterBox is  a global disaster relief organization that provides emergency shelter and essential household items to families displaced by natural disasters and conflict .  It supplies items like tents, tarpaulins, and cooking equipment, and offers aid that is tailor...

Taking a risk is a choice. Sometimes a scary one, but never the less a leap of faith to get to a new and better place. Some risks lead to places we may not have wanted to go, but ended up being better place because we took the risk.  Thank you all for being a part of the You Just Have To Laugh Family. yjhtl.com

Meaghan Wood-Georgiana serves as Hospice Outreach Coordinator for Kansas Palliative & Hospice and Missouri Palliative & Hospice, where she leads community engagement and education initiatives. Drawing on her clinical background in various management roles in Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing, and Memory Care and academic experience as an adjunct college instructor, Meaghan designs and delivers in-s...

Reverend Bob Hill and Rabbi Michael Zedek join the YJHTL podcast once again to offer their unique perspectives. This time we will be discussing the Messiah. It's always a joy to discuss different insights on a subject that is dear and important to those in the Christian and Jewish faith. Just as humor, laughter, music and helping other are part of the YJHTL message - so is faith. We thank you, Mic...

This episode is just to make you laugh with some very funny jokes and intetresting facts about your favorite animals. David offers his unique humourous twist about these glorious creatures we share the planet with.

These two, true stories prove the impotance of helping others. The YJHTL philosophy - Example is the only way to teach. Hopefully you will do the same in helping others. When we do, we help ourselves as well. 

   Through global connection, community engagement, and creative enterprise, Bukeka empowers people worldwide. She is an award-winning singer, speaker, and songwriter, recognized for her inspiring voice, both on and off the stage. Her unique storytelling emphasizes equitable leadership, diversity, inclusion, and creativity in business      Bukeka is also the Co-Founder and CEO of   FAVunite is a m...

  Making his way across the country on Route 66, Don Crost is bringing the importance of Shelter Box to the world. ShelterBoxes include family-size tents, though the contents differ depending on the disaster and climate. Many are packed with solar lights, water storage and purification equipment, thermal blankets, and cooking utensils. Depending on need, the organization may deliver ShelterKits, s...

The You Just Have to Laugh connects on Don Crost's Route 66 journey to California – bringing awareness to ShelterBox. Rotary's ShelterBox brings shelter and relief to those in serious need after a major catastrophe. YJHTL is dedicated in helping others. Picture (Don Crost and Bonnie Johnson) Link to donation - https://shelterboxusa.org/blog/2500-miles-for-25-years

Don Crost joins the YJHTL podcast to share the brilliance of the Rotary shelter box. The signature green boxes are adapted to fit the emergency before being transported on scant notice. Most boxes include family-size tents, though the contents differ depending on the disaster and climate. Many are packed with solar lights, water storage and purification equipment, thermal blankets, and cooking ute...

Dave Moore has been a professional pilot for over 40 years. He shares his vast experience and love for flying. He also lets you know your best options for buying or leasing a jet after you win that BIG LOTTERY. This podcast is a fascinating insight into the profession of flying.

    Brian Ward is the best of the best. To hear him play the piano and organ is a gift to your ears and soul. A fellow musician describes Brain's playing as, 'flawless.' His solos when playing jazz are captivating, bringing big applause from those who are fortunate enough to hear him play live. And what got my attention is that when he plays his solos, his eyes are closed. His fingers know exactly...

We all go through emotional crossroads. getting through them is the hard part. Humor and laughter can be two of the tools to help you get through them easier. David share some stories how that is possible.   yjhtl.com

One of Amber DiGiovanni's many talents is being a process server. If you didn't have a sense of humor it would be a alot harder to do. Amber shares some very funny stories of what she has experienced serving people legal documents.