Shut Up & Laugh - Episode 21, Samantha Rund - Host Brian Trendler interviews local actor, comedian, and coach, Samantha Rund. Working through the throes of multiple business entrepreneurisms', hear how the constant battle to find balance is often outweighed by time management, organization, and remembering to just "making the joke." We cover encyclopedias, what not to do with worms, how and who she's now coaching, dealing with being a female comedian in this world, why she had to leave LA and so much more.  Samantha's attempt with the "one-word response" James Lipton tribute is hilarious, as is our mutual forgetfulness to watch the clock* before the break. (*hint: it cut us off INSTANTLY and without remorse at 29:59 for the first segment... whoops!) 

Shut Up & Laugh - Episode 20, Michael Piccolo - Host Brian Trendler interviews local Caliber Real Estate Broker, Michael Piccolo. Hear the driving forces behind his astoundingly effective real estate business, and learn how he balances each day with humor; from the workplace, to his personal life with annoyingly adorable family. Not the tallest person in the room, hear how Micheal has always taken his 5'2" size and focused on becoming the biggest person in each room. You'll love how he does this. Michael takes on the "one-word response" James Lipton tribute and does his best, or at the least, he'll leave you with a smile. Listen, laugh and learn!

Shut Up & Laugh - Episode 19, Chelsea Tolle - Host Brian Trendler interviews local comedian, Chelsea Tolle. This Aberdeen native will make you laugh, reflect, squirm and hopefully relate to her shares this episode about how she has faced life's challenges head on, while always maintaining her own balance of humor, laughter, honesty and truth. From Vader the pug, Aberdeen meth, Biochemistry and her unique sense of humor, you'll laugh along with her. Chelsea also tackles the infamous James Lipton tribute with her "sorta 1 word answers" but wins our hearts for trying. Listen up. 

Shut Up & Laugh - Episode 16, Thomas Nichols - Host Brian Trendler interviews local comedian, Thomas Nichols. Learn about his laid back concerns about being announced as a being "from Houston," his unnatural fear of sloths, love of horror movies, beyond chill way of looking at his comedy career and his job as an author & graphic novelist! Learn how he addresses each day with humor; from the workplace, to his personal life with an amazing "Lady by his side," to coin his phrase... Thomas tackles head on the James Lipton tribute and keeps us laughing while being chill. 

SPOILER-FILLED STAR WARS 1-9 REVIEW, Episode 17 -- If you've even wanted to hear 2 geeks "nerd-out" hard about the entire Star Wars Trilogy, then your prayers are answered. Local Comedian sensation, Manny Martin and podcast host, Brian Trendler cover the the "correct order" the entire Star Wars universe of movies, along with our personal ratings each,  high points, lows, and even some WTF moments we've each experienced. It all culminates to the newest film, Episode 9, The Rise of Skywalker, where they both cover the good, the bad, the fast-paced action, the tributes, the fan-pleasing and so much more. This episode does have some explicit language, so please be aware!!!

Shut Up & Laugh - Episode 16, Ryan Mills - Host Brian Trendler interviews local Business Banking Manager, Ryan Mills. Not satisfied with just handling everyone's money with ease, listen to what makes this gentle giant the funny-guy that he is. Learn how he addresses each day with humor; from the workplace, to his personal life with a recently "hitched" blended-family, kid's football coaching, and even finding the funny in networking environments. Ryan's tackling of the  "one-word responses" to the James Lipton tribute is handled successfully and with a smile. Listen, laugh and learn!

Shut Up & Laugh, Episode 15 - Amity Addrisi - Host Brian Trendler interviews the one and only Amity Addrisi. Not satisfied with being a King 5 Anchor, reporter, she's also a keynote speaker, & emcee. Learn where, in the face of what's reported on the news each day, some good some bad - her humor and "togetherness" comes from. Listen how she maintains it, and how important it is to make other's laugh in spite of your own mood and mindset. You'll also get to know where she's from, where she's been, and her potential fascination with geodes, skinny dipping, saying "ya'll" and making all her officemates love her job as much as she obviously does. Tougher questions include the loss of loved ones, abuse, and the process to move through it with laughter, love and healing. Being the professional she is, her "one-word responses" to the James Lipton tribute is nailed with enthusiasm and sass... what will they be?, listen and find out!

Shut Up & Laugh, Episode 14 - Travis Luethe  - Host Brian Trendler interviews the Godfather of his children and good friend, Travis Luethe. Laugh as you learn about the weird sh*t people experience in short-haul trucking, how to keep your head down and humor flowing during mortar attacks overseas, and you he kept his head held high when he got home. Travis ALMOST nails all 3 of the  "one-word response" James Lipton tribute but we figure 2 out of 3 answers earns him a purple heart in our book. Listen, laugh and enjoy his burgeoning voice-over skills with Brian! You can thank us later.

Shut Up & Laugh, Episode 13 - Three Questions - Brian Trendler focuses on three questions this time around, sans guest, to address people's choices each day, how to make friends (because a 9-year old can do it) and why Holidays should be shuttered. He also covers how YOU could become one of his show sponsors, and asks for some voicemails to be left by the listening audience if you need help, have questions, or just want to share a story YOURSELF about how humor and laughter helps you.

Shut Up & Laugh, Episode 12 - Andy Vargo - Host Brian Trendler interviews the man with many hats, Andy Vargo. Comedian, Author, Radio Host, Podcaster and Coach, this guy does it all. Learn where humor comes from, why it helps to be depressed when you write, how to open a convenience "Barf-Bag" in a hurry, and why the truth always comes out during ride-shares. Andy also plays along kindly with Brian's growing phobia to committing the spoken word to "paper," and even helps by sharing some tips about when and how to write for yourself FIRST, then others.  The "one-word response" James Lipton tribute plays out well as Andy proves he's the FIRST person to answer them properly using only one word... what will they be?, listen and find out!