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Talk About That

John Driver and Jonnie W., Christian Comedy Creatives

Two quirky and cerebral creatives talk it out as writer and former History teacher, John Driver, goes toe-to-toe with best friend and comedian, Jonnie W., in hilariously real and genuinely insightful conversations about life, history, current culture, faith—and everything in between.

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All Episodes

48:54

Hammer Pants, Foul-Mouthed Birds, and Enlightenment

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2023/08/02

John puts on his baggiest rayon pants and tells the story of a rogue gang of cursing parrots. Meanwhile, Jonnie ponders the phrase “goody two shoes” and feels a special calling to the luxury resort community. Plus, a conversation about enlightenment and how our continuing knowledge of the universe should deepen our faith, but sometimes has the opposite effect. Today’s episode is NOT sponsored by Batteries: “All we’ve ever wanted is to be included.” Want this episode AD-FREE?:

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58:44

Rasslin’, Short Sermons, & Affectionate Parents

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2023/07/25

John digitally tracks his family and gets invited to speak at an Episcopal church... (for about 11 minutes). Meanwhile, Jonnie thinks professional wrestlers and standup comedians have a lot in common and reveals the coldest day in history. Plus, the boys talk about meeting each other 28 years ago, how early is too early to hug, and the incredibly dumb joke Jonnie told John that started it all. Today’s episode is NOT sponsored by Mantles: "It’s like a shelf you put all your dusty things on." Want

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50:12

Monkey Movies, Flying Pies, and Therapy Lingo

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2023/07/18

John dissects what made the show Friends so good and Indiana Jones 4 so bad. Meanwhile, Jonnie ponders the history of monkeys in the movies and tells the story of a power outage that resulted in over four thousand arrests. Plus, a conversation about difficulty in relationships and using therapy as a mirror, rather than a weapon. Today’s episode is NOT sponsored by Snorkeling: “Still the fastest way to get 20 gallons of seawater into your lungs.” Want this episode AD-FREE?:

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52:34

Bicycle Kicks, Con Men, and Famous Last Words

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2023/07/11

John gets into a fight with his brother and chases down some teenage boys like a modern day vigilante. Meanwhile, Jonnie visits a sarcastically named walk-in clinic and reveals the perfect defense against getting mugged. Plus, a conversation about what it really means to be “blessed.” Today’s episode is NOT sponsored by Bed, Bath & Beyond: “When Life Hands You Linens…” Want this episode AD-FREE?: https://www.patreon.com/talkaboutthat FOLLOW Jonnie W.: https://jonniew.com FOLLOW John Driver:

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55:02

Hoarding, Mary Sues, and Divine Interruptions

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2023/07/04

John strikes up a conversation with a total stranger and thinks an octopus and a squid are the same thing. Meanwhile, Jonnie is conflicted about buying toilet paper in bulk and defends himself to John on his lack of Disney expertise. Plus, a conversation about what time does to our legacies and whether we have constructed our own “Truman Show” to insulate ourselves from the real world. Today’s episode is NOT sponsored by Vacuum Cleaners: “When you want to clean your house AND traumatize your

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60:46

Sleep Running, Rockstar Behavior, and Internal Messaging

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2023/06/27

John falls for a prank while driving a bus and proposes a senior league NFL. Meanwhile, Jonnie comes in to work on his birthday and hurts himself by waking up in a dead sprint. Plus, a conversation about internal messaging and the pressure on parents to be their children’s hero. Today’s episode is NOT sponsored by Hangman: “It’s like Wheel of Fortune, but with 100% more death imagery if you lose!” Want this episode AD-FREE?: https://www.patreon.com/talkaboutthat FOLLOW Jonnie W.:

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35:48

U.F.O.s, Delayed Gratification, and Ancient Rhythms

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2023/06/19

John goes to college for free and ponders whether he’d want to know about an alien invasion. Meanwhile, Jonnie thinks fax machines might be witchcraft and tells the story of triplets who were born weeks apart from one another. Plus, a conversation about finding God amid the obstacles of modern life. Today’s episode is NOT sponsored by Apple’s New Vision Pro Virtual Reality Headset: “The future is here... and you cannot afford it.” Want this episode AD-FREE?:

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54:09

The Ultimate Worrier, Angry Preachers, and Self Control

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2023/06/13

John compares himself to Larry Bird and tries to correct his horrible posture. Meanwhile, Jonnie wishes he was more optimistic and tells the incredible tale of the shortest player in MLB history. Plus, a conversation about disappointment and what it really means to be “tested by God.” Today’s episode is NOT sponsored by Acoustic Guitars: “Just learn three chords and you have everything you need to ruin someone’s bonfire party.” Want this episode AD-FREE?:

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52:14

Phone Dreams, Blood Moons, and Overcorrections

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2023/06/07

John has a leaky ceiling and is running late, even while asleep. Meanwhile, Jonnie wonders why no one is ever on their phones in their dreams, and tells the story of the group in the 1600’s who thought the world was ending. Plus, a conversation about overcorrections, balance, and the need for dissenting viewpoints. Today’s episode is NOT sponsored by Holy Toledo: "Ohio’s Newest Megachurch" Want this episode AD-FREE?: https://www.patreon.com/talkaboutthat FOLLOW Jonnie W.:

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57:09

Stolen Sweet & Low, Dance Moms, and Jenga Towers

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2023/05/29

John watches trash TV and files an unlikely insurance claim. Meanwhile, Jonnie tells us the one thing is wife could do that he couldn’t forgive and reveals the ironic fate of the man who built the Brooklyn Bridge. Plus, a conversation about extreme individualism and whether or not it is compatible with the Christian faith. Today’s episode is NOT sponsored by Broth: “Call it what it really is: Meat Tea.” Want this episode AD-FREE?: https://www.patreon.com/talkaboutthat FOLLOW Jonnie W.:

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52:44

Death Drops, $200 Haircuts, & Conflict Resolution

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2023/05/24

John taps into his counterphobia on theme park rides and reveals who is responsible for killing bugs in his house. Meanwhile, Jonnie adds a waterslide clause to his living will and learns way too much about toilet paper. Plus, a conversation about problematic themes in the Bible, redemptive movements, and cultural biases in our interpretation of Scripture. Today’s episode is NOT sponsored by The Snooze Button: “It’s the best 9 minutes of your whole day.” Want this episode AD-FREE?:

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73:34

Special Guest : Comedian Brian Bates

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2023/05/15

Today on Talk About That, the boys are joined in studio by comedian Brian Bates, co-host of the hugely successful “Nateland” podcast, to talk about emotional support animals on planes and what it was like to perform live in front of 20,000 people in Nashville. Meanwhile, Jonnie and Brian argue about the details of a golf cart accident that left one of them with a fractured appendage. Plus, John prepares his Mother’s Day Sermon and recommends we all climb on old garbage in St. Louis. Today’s

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63:50

Rain Delays, Brain Tonics, and Hopefulness

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2023/05/08

John has a late night thanks to T-swift and some T-storms, and reveals how long he needs to know someone before going in for a hug. Meanwhile, Jonnie explains why there’s a phone booth on top of the courthouse in Lincoln, Illinois and spends a LOT of money on his dog’s knees. Plus, a conversation about cynicism and hopefulness, and why it’s always more courageous to believe the best about people. Today’s episode is NOT sponsored by Party Size Bags of Potato Chips: “Look, we know there’s no party

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46:13

Cold Snaps, Apologies, and Youth Ministry

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2023/05/02

Today on Talk About That, Jonnie shoots commercials in a freak April snowstorm and thinks you’re a bad person if you do a certain thing on an airplane. Meanwhile, John does a job for over a decade that didn’t exist just a few generations earlier and ponders whether he over-apologizes. Plus, "This Week in History" and a birthday greeting to one of the all-time great comedians. Today’s episode is NOT sponsored by Drapes: “Let your neighbors know you’ve updated your privacy policy.” Want this episode

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54:33

Voles, Kleenex, and Distracted Prayers

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2023/04/25

Today on Talk About That, John’s goes medieval on some rodent intruders and buys votes in his 8th grade election. Meanwhile, Jonnie reveals what 70s movie made him distrust green smoothies, and tells the true story of how someone was once accused of witchcraft because they played shuffleboard. Plus, a conversation about human nature and how our view of God as a friend and loving Father should inform our prayer life. Today’s episode is NOT sponsored by Yellow Traffic Lights: “We either mean

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64:42

Stolen Trailers, Space Vomit, and Civility

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2023/04/18

Today on Talk About That, John deals with a shady music producer and fights for his right to haggle over the price of a car. Meanwhile, Jonnie gets robbed and tells the story of the time America launched a vomiting Senator into space. Plus, a conversation on the decline of civility in politics and the dangers of tribalism. Today’s episode is NOT sponsored by Etch-a-Sketch: “The absolute best tool on the market for drawing stairs." Get this episode AD-FREE:

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56:00

Bindles, “Chreasters,” and Church Naps

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2023/04/10

Today on Talk About That, John shares what it’s like as a Pastor to prepare for an Easter crowd and talks about the biblical danger of sleeping in windows during a sermon. Meanwhile, Jonnie orders extra crunchies at Long John Silvers, and the boys discuss what possessions they’d need if they were leaving for a long, long journey. Today’s episode is NOT sponsored by Nostalgia in Advertising: “Hey, weren’t things better when you were much younger? Of course they were. Now... buy our

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51:43

Earworms, Garbage Boats, and the Problem with Perfection

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2023/03/28

Today on Talk About That, John gets a country song stuck in his head and is terrified of losing his job to a robot. Meanwhile, Jonnie accidentally disses Disney and tells the true story of the Old West outlaw who was made into shoes. Plus, a conversation about our fruitless search for perfection and our need for authenticity. Today’s episode is NOT sponsored by Waffle House 🧇 ®️: “You’re probably here because it’s late.” FOLLOW Jonnie W.: https://jonniew.com FOLLOW John Driver:

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57:10

Moon Landings, Tank Girl, and Algorithms

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2023/03/20

Today on Talk About That, John avoids scary movies, and invests in some good knee braces. Meanwhile, Jonnie ponders the most laid back of the martial arts, and tells the true story of the time a woman brought her OWN tank to fight in a war. Plus, a conversation about negative engagement online, and whether the algorithm is creating or merely reflecting our current culture. Today’s episode is NOT sponsored by Filming Concerts with Your Phone®️: “When you want a low quality video with distorted

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49:13

Celebrity Culture, Wardrobe Malfunctions, and...

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2023/03/15

Today on Talk About That, John stalks Christian celebrities to give them our band’s demo CD and ponders if a ghostwriter ✍️ ever gets so busy that they hire their own ghostwriter. Meanwhile, Jonnie loses his shirt 👕 in Kansas and tells the tale of the time the US Army killed 6,000 sheep. Plus, a conversation about celebrity worship—and what it says about us. Today’s episode is NOT sponsored by Non-Essential Oils🧪®️: “Less helpful, but also not a pyramid scheme.” FOLLOW Jonnie W.:

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