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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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35:19

Old Technology, Deathbed Confessions, and...

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2025/03/13

John ponders how many pics of his kid is too many and vigorously defends coconut. Meanwhile, Jonnie reveals what all rock band photos have in common and finds out the terrible original name for the Girl Scouts. Plus, a conversation about The Sermon on the Mount and why it's needed now more than ever. Today's episode is NOT sponsored by Restaurant To-Go Boxes: "Let the other half of your meal rot in your very own fridge!" FOLLOW Jonnie W.: https://jonniew.com FOLLOW John Driver:

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49:13

Mr. Icee, Hula Hoops, and Suffering

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2025/03/06

John tells us about his short-lived career as a rapper and ponders how much protection his book would offer against a would be assassin. Meanwhile, Jonnie changes his rock band's name way too many times and tries in vain to stop a rodent infestation. Plus, a conversation about how God shapes us through pain and disappointment, and why that's actually a good thing. Today's episode is NOT sponsored by Buc-ees: "You stopped here to use the restroom, and then you spent $58 on snacks." FOLLOW Jonnie W.:

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45:17

Detachable Faces, Red Carnations, and Neighbors

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2025/02/27

John reads a listener email and wishes we could be a zany Morning Zoo Radio Show. Meanwhile, Jonnie has an important retraction from last week (because he is stupid) and tells us about some wild wedding proposals on Leap Day in 13th Century Scotland. Plus, a conversation about neighbors, enemies, and America's addiction to grievance. Today's episode is NOT sponsored by Driving Directions From Old People: "Less Accurate Than GPS, But Also Way More Condescending.” FOLLOW Jonnie W.:

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48:34

Memory Lanes, Grammar Police, and Certainty

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2025/02/21

John cleans out his office and gets mad at his younger self while listening to some old tapes. Meanwhile, Jonnie tells us the history of the windshield wiper and the story of a man whose own hanging could not stop him from roasting the grammar of his captors. Plus, a conversation about certainty and humility—and why a clear path may not always be the best one. Today's episode is NOT sponsored by French Fries: "Delicious for exactly five minutes. Then, completely inedible." FOLLOW Jonnie W.:

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32:49

Overpacking, Phone Addiction, and Vulnerability

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2025/02/13

John does some retail therapy and ponders a bold new way to reduce his screen time. Meanwhile, Jonnie hits the road with way too much luggage and tells the strange history of the Patron Saint of Toothaches. Plus, a conversation about vulnerability and why a life without humility is so dangerous. Today's episode is NOT sponsored by Telepathy: "Tell me you know what I'm saying without telling me you know what I'm saying." FOLLOW Jonnie W.: https://jonniew.com FOLLOW John Driver: https://johndriver.com

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36:08

Our Goal in Life Should Not Be Happiness. But What...

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2025/02/07

"You do not need to know precisely what is happening or exactly where it is all going. What you need is to recognize the possibilities and challenges offered by the present moment and to embrace them with courage, faith, and hope." - Thomas Merton. In this episode, we have a conversation about the "pursuit of happiness" and why adapting to challenges is a far better goal. Plus, John gets a 4-year college scholarship using only a roll of tape and ponders becoming a plumber. Meanwhile, Jonnie changes

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35:49

Weird Getups, Fancy Ketchups, & TMI

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2025/01/30

John does his best cat impression for some voiceover work and helps explain when an outfit becomes a getup. Meanwhile, Jonnie ponders whether he could defeat John in an armored battle and why so many political fights in history ended with someone being beaten with a cane. Plus, a conversation about information overload in the age of the internet and whether knowing too much is killing our brains. Today's episode is NOT sponsored by Altoids: "The best breath mint that also sounds like a horrible

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50:15

Healthy Self-Awareness vs Unhealthy Navel-Gazing:...

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2025/01/23

"Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life, and you will call it fate." - Carl Jung. Self-awareness is a double-edged sword. Too much of it and you can become an introspective navel gazer. But at the same time, as John Calvin said, "without knowledge of self, there is no knowledge of God." In this episode, John and Jonnie talk about what healthy self-awareness looks like versus unhealthy navel-gazing. While we aren’t able to control everything that happens to us, we

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44:54

Avoiding the Comparison Trap in Your Career (Plus...

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2025/01/16

John comes in second place A LOT and tries his best to look menacing on his way to Walgreens. Meanwhile, Jonnie eats way too many caramels and learns that the most highly ranked restaurants are also selling car parts. Plus, a conversation about the trap of comparison and how to enjoy the one life you've been given. We make a lot of resolutions this time of year, things we plan to do... but is there anything you ought to "undo" as the new year begins? Today's episode is NOT sponsored by Hearing

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45:27

How Gratitude Can Quiet Your Anxiety (Plus Reclaimed...

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2025/01/09

"He who fears he shall suffer, already suffers what he fears." - Michel de Montaigne. This guy said that in the 1500s… so anxiety has been around for a while. In this episode of Talk About That, we talk about fear and worry - is there a way to get better at worry? Can we worry less in 2025? Is that a resolution we can keep? Listen in to our conversation about gratitude and actively looking for the good in the world as an antidote for anxiety. Plus, John thinks he worries better than you do

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43:19

Christmas Pickles, Skating Rinks, and Attitude...

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2024/12/24

John has a new name for December 23rd and has an Elf on the Shelf that refuses to move. Meanwhile, Jonnie does an indoor show without any heat and searches for a lucky pickle in his Christmas tree. Plus, a conversation about the right perspective when facing obstacles and inconveniences. Today’s episode is not sponsored by Feet: “The original stocking stuffers.” FOLLOW Jonnie W.: https://jonniew.com FOLLOW John Driver: https://johndriver.com LISTEN, SUBSCRIBE, SEND MESSAGE, OR

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40:08

Burning Rugs, Explosive Shoes, and Self-Righteousness

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2024/12/19

John becomes an impromptu firefighter and turns Jonnie's rental car story into a sermon illustration.Meanwhile, Jonnie gets flagged at the airport and tells us the real reason "It's a Wonderful Life" became a classic. Plus, a conversation about self-righteousness and the temptation to make the gospel about "other more sinful people" when it's really about us. Today's episode is NOT sponsored by Cheerios: "Cereal for people who think Apple Jacks is just too flavorful." FOLLOW Jonnie W.:

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47:53

Santa Stops, Prison Visits, and Advent

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2024/12/12

John questions Santa's delivery route and takes a private jet straight to prison. Meanwhile, Jonnie has his rental car confiscated in the middle of the night, and tells the story of the time Winston Churchill got a prescription for booze. Plus, a conversation about Advent, waiting, and the beauty of brokenness. Today's episode is NOT sponsored by Gift Bags and Limp Bizkit: "Both great for people who are really bad (w)rappers." FOLLOW Jonnie W.: https://jonniew.com FOLLOW John Driver:

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34:09

Frozen Turkeys, Cheapskates, and Big Tables

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2024/11/28

John tells us why we really eat turkey at Thanksgiving and is forced to perform in a talent show before he can join the feast. Meanwhile, Jonnie defends the lowly Sloppy Joe as a quality sandwich and tells the tale of the woman so cheap she made nightgowns out of newspapers. Plus, a conversation about what it really means to "prepare a table for us in the presence of our enemies” and why some people are disappointed by God's mercy towards others. Today's episode is NOT sponsored by Cranberry Sauce:

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34:09

Freezer Jeans, Propaganda, and Waiting

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2024/11/21

John doesn't remember a popular clothing brand and almost falls for a piano scam. Meanwhile, Jonnie nearly has a wardrobe malfunction and argues that your blue jeans don't belong in the freezer. Plus, a conversation about the courage it takes to hope and why the next generation may actually be getting tired of cynicism. Today's episode is NOT sponsored by Bed Bath and Beyond: "When Life Hands You Linens...." FOLLOW Jonnie W.: https://jonniew.com FOLLOW John Driver: https://johndriver.com LISTEN,

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43:16

Peppers, Hobbies, & Filibusters

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2024/11/14

John defends green peppers, eats gum wrappers, and needs a hobby. Meanwhile, Jonnie ponders why people romanticize medieval times and reveals the surprising reason the sandwich was really invented. Plus, a conversation about wisdom and foolishness, and how the internet has robbed us of contemplation before rendering an opinion. Today's episode is NOT sponsored by Chewing Gum: "We'll see you again in 7 years." FOLLOW Jonnie W.: https://jonniew.com FOLLOW John Driver: https://johndriver.com LISTEN,

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42:38

Prayer Peekers, Smarty Pants, and Stubbornness

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2024/11/08

John keeps a secret folder of phrases to make himself look cool at parties and invents a clothing line. Meanwhile, Jonnie ponders people who pray with one eye open and tells the story of the man who was jailed for 7 years for smoking tobacco. Plus, a conversation about the one thing wise and stupid people have in common. Today's episode is NOT sponsored by Dogs: "We're like cats, except we're excited to see you." FOLLOW Jonnie W.: https://jonniew.com FOLLOW John Driver: https://johndriver.com

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41:28

Monk Retreats, Hotel Robes, and Generosity

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2024/11/01

John gets frustrated with ChatGPT and wants to be a monk (except for the silence part). Meanwhile, Jonnie stays at a hotel with a fancy television and thinks his wife may have stolen several pair of slippers. Plus, a conversation about prosperity, giving, and surrender. Today's episode is NOT sponsored by Bobbing for Apples: "The Halloween Party game that's also an interrogation technique." FOLLOW Jonnie W.: https://jonniew.com FOLLOW John Driver: https://johndriver.com LISTEN, SUBSCRIBE, SEND

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41:32

Early Voting, Early Baldness, and Bruce Lee

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2024/10/24

John tells us why he just can't lick his fingers anymore and gets jealous of the Bachelor. Meanwhile, Jonnie dishes on an exciting delivery to the old ‘Beverly Hills 90210’ set and gets irritated by fancy ketchup at restaurants. Plus, a conversation about talent vs discipline and why repetition matters more than you think. Today's episode is NOT sponsored by Text Messages From Political Campaigns : "See how fast you can type 'STOP’!" FOLLOW Jonnie W.: https://jonniew.com FOLLOW John Driver:

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38:31

Dog Training, Confused Emus, and Forgiveness

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2024/10/18

John gets played by his own dog and ponders a replacement for smart phones. Meanwhile, Jonnie learns about pandas who fake pregnancy and how Abe Lincoln got body-shamed by an 11-year old girl. Plus, a conversation about forgiveness and grace as a habitual act. Today's episode is NOT sponsored by Moving Walkways at the Airport: "We make you feel like you're in a factory that makes lazy people." FOLLOW Jonnie W.: https://jonniew.com FOLLOW John Driver: https://johndriver.com LISTEN, SUBSCRIBE, SEND

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