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Fry Your Chickens!

Fry Your Chickens is the podcast for anyone tired of being bossed around by fear, doubt, and those clucking voices in your head. Hosted by keynote speaker and rubber chicken wrangler Phil Barth, each episode blends laugh-out-loud stories with hard-earned wisdom to help you stop overthinking and start doing. From game show fails to AI tricks and a rooster named Regret—you’ll learn to shut those birds up and go bold. Grab the skillet. It’s time to fry your chickens.

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00:53:14

From Bill Nye to 29 Emmys: Bill Stainton on...

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2025/10/31

What do Bill Nye the Science Guy, Johnny Depp, and 29 Emmy Awards have in common?They’re all part of the incredible career of Bill Stainton — Hall of Fame speaker, innovation expert, and author of Innovation Unleashed.In this Fry Your Chickens episode, Bill and I dive into:💡 How a sketch on a Seattle comedy show helped launch Bill Nye the Science Guy (with an unplanned assist from Johnny Depp)🏆 The real habits behind 29 Emmy wins and decades of creative excellence😂 Why humor is the spark that

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00:55:52

Charisma, Comedy, and Chicken-Sized Horses — with Ray...

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2025/10/24

What happens when a guy who’s shared the stage with Robin Williams, Jay Leno, and Dana Carvey brings his “Leadership Through Laughter” philosophy to Fry Your Chickens? You get 45 minutes of charisma, comedy, and quotable wisdom.Ray Engan joins Phil to talk about:The missing piece in most sales conversations (and why it’s not more data)Why people instinctively lean in to genuine connectionHow a free Starbucks coffee taught Ray the secret to successThe power of phrases, slogans—and the occasional pet

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00:47:09

Chris McGuire – From Comedy Central Roasts to Snoop &...

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2025/10/17

What’s it really like to write for the Comedy Central Roast of Justin Bieber? Or to coach Martha Stewart through jokes about him? In this episode, comedy writer and producer Chris McGuire takes us behind the curtain of some of the wildest, funniest, and most unpredictable moments in television. From the legendary Snoop and Martha Show to a day spent at Snoop’s compound (yes, there’s a story), Chris shares what it takes to write comedy for icons — and what he’s learned along the way.We talk

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00:45:18

🏆 Jeff Rogers on Comedy, Courage, and the 75-Day...

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2025/10/10

🎙️ Episode: Frying Chickens with Jeff Rogers – From Second City to Last Story StandingThis week, Phil welcomes Jeff Rogers — actor, author, improviser, and creator of Jeff’s Homemade Game Show — for a high-energy conversation that zigzags from the comedy stage to the keynote stage.We dig into:How Jeff went from Second City performer to professional speaker.His 2024 NSA “Last Story Standing” championship story.The lessons (and laughs) behind his books.A memorable 75-day challenge he took on with his

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00:58:38

Brain First: Strategic Thinking with Trent Leopold

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2025/10/03

Trent Leopold is a seasoned business analyst, project strategist, and cognitive science advocate with over 25 years of experience across public and private sectors. Based in Dallas, Texas, Trent is a long-term research participant with the Center for BrainHealth at the University of Texas, where his curiosity about strategic thinking and human cognition meets neuroscience in action. He regularly speaks at national symposiums and contributes to AI ethics and standards development through his work

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00:40:20

From Silicon Chips to Stand-Up Quips with Dan Nainan

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2025/09/26

What do you get when you cross a senior Intel engineer with a comedy stage? You get Dan Nainan—our guest this week on Fry Your Chickens. Dan shares the wild leap he made from tech to touring comic, and the surprising role Toastmasters played in the transition. We talk about what it takes to open for Russell Peters and Robert Schimmel, how Dan turned fear into laughter, and yes—there’s even a detour into cat territory.From high-stakes presentations with Andy Grove to sold-out shows around the world,

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00:39:04

Unlearning the Life She Never Chose — with Dr. Samra...

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2025/09/19

This is one of the most powerful and important conversations we’ve had on Fry Your Chickens. Dr. Samra Zafar shares her extraordinary journey—from escaping an abusive arranged marriage to becoming a bestselling author, human rights advocate, and future psychiatrist.We explore her first book, A Good Wife, and her newest release, Unconditional, diving deep into the process of unlearning inherited beliefs and reclaiming joy. Samra offers wisdom on trauma recovery, mental health, and the everyday

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00:36:53

Is That Your Final Chicken? A Conversation with Rich...

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2025/09/12

Ever wonder what it’s like to run Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? My guest this week, Rich Sirop, was Co-Executive Producer of the show — and my Associate Producer back when I sat in the hot seat. He’s also been at the helm of countless other TV projects.We talked about working with Regis and Meredith, shared behind-the-scenes memories, and had plenty of laughs. Rich also opened up about his current podcast and coaching work — and of course, we tackled the ultimate question: would you rather face one

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00:36:22

The Scout Who Gave Me a Heart Attack — and Taught Me...

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2025/09/05

In this laugh-filled episode, I sit down with Cincinnati legend Terry Aufermann to swap stories that span generations of Scouting adventures and beyond. We dig into Terry’s rich family history in Scouts, his surprising knack for triathlons, the unforgettable chaos of camp chair races, and of course… the invention of “Hungry Human Hippos.”It’s part comedy, part nostalgia, and all about the lessons you find when you lean into fun, friendship, and a little bit of mayhem.

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00:41:04

Relentlessly Positive: Joe Martin on Fitness and Fun

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2025/08/29

What do fitness, relentless positivity, and dad jokes have in common? Joe Martin. In this episode, I sit down with my friend Joe — a coach who helps women over 40 get fit, inspires teens to reach their potential, and brings unstoppable energy to everyone he meets. We talk fitness, laughter, and why positivity might just be the ultimate workout. Get ready for some wisdom — and plenty of laughs.KEY TAKEAWAYS:The AAA model - Action Alieviates Anxiety.Joe's favorite customer - she showed up at

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00:39:36

Wordle, Rock Stars & Horse-Sized Chickens

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2025/08/22

What do Wordle streaks, Bruce Springsteen’s canceled concerts, David Cone’s perfect game, and the eternal debate of one horse-sized chicken vs. 100 chicken-sized horses have in common? Apparently…everything.In this laugh-packed episode of Fry Your Chickens, I sit down with Jennifer and Tom Bedell for a wild ride through Belgium beers, blizzards, broken bones, and brown-haired radio voices. Tom shares stories from his decades in rock radio (including his favorite interviews), while Jenn reminds us

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00:31:50

He Was Terrified of Public Speaking… Now He Trains...

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2025/08/15

What happens when a self-described introvert steps up, faces the fear, and starts building impact?In this episode of Fry Your Chickens, Phil Barth talks with longtime friend Michael J. Pope Jr. — Distinguished Toastmaster, Maxwell Leadership faculty member, and author of Doers Win the Day.They dive into the chickens Michael had to fry to get from terrified speaker… to trusted mentor for speakers, coaches, and leaders around the world.You’ll hear:How introverts can become powerful

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00:41:15

From Silence to Storyteller — Mike Davis on Owning...

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2025/08/08

As a kid, Mike Davis vowed never to speak again after a humiliating moment in school.Today, he’s one of the most respected storytelling coaches around — and the voice behind Speaking CPR.In this episode, Mike joins Phil Barth to talk about the chickens he had to fry to get there: fear, shame, and the belief that his story didn’t matter.They dive into:His “ABS” storytelling method (And. But. So.)Coaching NFL legend Anthony Muñoz to connect with vulnerabilityWhy your unique story is your greatest

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00:32:31

Using AI to Fry Fear — Leslie Hughes on Solopreneur...

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2025/08/03

In the debut episode of Fry Your Chickens, Phil Barth sits down with Leslie Hughes — LinkedIn branding expert and founder of Punch Media — to talk about fear, uncertainty, and that moment when life throws you a health curveball.Leslie shares how she used ChatGPT as a tool for courage — helping her reframe anxiety, organize her thoughts, and silence the voice of imposter syndrome when it mattered most.You’ll hear:What it’s really like to go solo after years in corporateHow fear sneaks in during

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