On this amazing 50th episode, Jim "Jimbo" Kovacik interviews radio legend and former co-worker Chris Alan! Chris has worked at multiple radio stations across Texas as an air talent and now is a co-owner of the successful Christian's Tailgate chain of restaurants (voted Best Burger in Houston).  You'll hear many great stories on this action-packed episode as Chris talks about his shaky first radio shift, a nightmare live broadcast in Galveston where his records melted, hanging out with Eminem, his radio pranks on co-workers, the short days of ENERGY 96.5 and a whole lot more! 

On this episode...Jim "Jimbo" Kovacik interviews educator, songwriter, screenwriter, producer, filmmaker and friend since 8th, strike that - 7th grade - Joseph Johnson!

In Part 2 (of 2), The two discuss  their screenwriting adventures!  You'll hear exciting tales how they optioned a script, how they caved in to studio demands, how they got a manager, how they lost a manager, how they won big at Worldfest Houston and a whole lot more!

IN CASE YOU DIDN'T NOW...Joseph Johnson has been part of the North East Fine Arts Department in San Antonio since 2003. His role has expanded throughout the years to include supervision over Theatre Arts, UIL Academics, Journalism, and Speech/Debate programs.

Mr. Johnson’s educational background includes a M.A. in Communication Studies from St. Mary’s University and a B.A in History from the University of Houston.

He began his teaching career at Humble High School.

In 1995 Mr. Johnson joined NEISD and served as the Madison Debate Director for four year before starting the Reagan Debate program in school’s inaugural year.

Throughout his career Mr. Johnson has continuously championed the importance of arts in the education of all students...isn't that nice?

On this episode...Jim "Jimbo" Kovacik interviews educator, songwriter, screenwriter, producer,  filmmaker and friend since 8th, strike that - 7th grade - Joseph Johnson!

The two discuss how a "progressive" middle school education experiment scarred them for life, how they became screenwriting partners for over 5 features, the upside and downside producing a award-winning short film, why Joseph hated "You Got Mail" so much and a whole lot more!

IN CASE YOU DIDN'T NOW...
Joseph Johnson has been part of the North East Fine Arts Department in San Antonio since 2003. His role has expanded throughout the years to include supervision over Theatre Arts, UIL Academics, Journalism, and Speech/Debate programs.  Mr. Johnson’s educational background includes a M.A. in Communication Studies from St. Mary’s University and a B.A in History from the University of Houston.  He began his teaching career at Humble High School.  In 1995 Mr. Johnson joined NEISD and served as the Madison Debate Director for four year before starting the Reagan Debate program in school’s inaugural year.  Throughout his career Mr. Johnson has continuously championed the importance of arts in the education of all students...isn't that nice?

 It's a  Jimbo Podcast special episode with Jammin' Jimmy Olson to let everyone know about Jimbo & Jimmy's Food and Ton of Toys Combo Holiday Drive!

IN CASE YOU DIDN'T KNOW...
JIMBO has been a staple in Houston, Texas since 1991, on the radio and in the community. As part of The Madd Hatta Morning Show, Jimbo helped it consistently rank as the number #1 Morning Drive show in Houston. 

Jammin’ Jimmy Olson has been doing radio since 1988 in Houston where he ranked #1 in several day parts on several stations. Jimmy’s calling has always been helping children in need, and he’s been doing it since 1999, when he started his Ton of Toys Toy Drive. 

Jimbo & Jimmy will be helping Children, Seniors and Veterans in need in the Houston Area, who are food insecure, with the food they need. They will also make sure every child has a Merry Christmas. 

Due to the COVID-19 CoronaVirus Pandemic, 1 in 2 children and 1 in 3 adults (mostly Seniors and Our Veterans) are Food Deprived right here in the Houston Area, so Jimbo & Jimmy will continue to help those in need, especially our children! 

Jimbo & Jimmy are needing assistance to pay for this massive undertaking as they will be in the Walmart parking lot 2727 Dunvale Rd. in Houston, from 8am-8pm daily, Friday November 13th -Monday November 16th, 2020 to raise as much as possible to benefit the Houston Food Bank & Toys for Tots. We would love to pass out your brochures and or coupons to those making donations of Food and Toys to show your business' support for those in our community in need. 

We would appreciate your support in this endeavor as it is, unfortunately more of an urgent need than ever to help those families & children who are in this situation to no fault of their own. 

It's a short and sweet edition of "The Jimbo Podcast" as we share an extended version of the traditional  final "Jimbeazy Interview" with the 2020 Presidential candidates.  As heard on election day on The Jimbo Show on Houston Radio Platinum, the "interview" garnered big social media numbers - so "by popular demand" we make the interview available to the fans of "The Jimbo Podcast!" Enjoy! While we wait to see who wins...crazy!

On this special extra episode, taped on October 29, 2020, Psychic Marva has the answer to all the burning questions of life...Who will win the presidential election?  How long will it take to get the results of the presidential election? Will Covid ever go away?  Do internet horoscopes  really work? Are there such a thing as "lucky numbers?" What is Vedic astrology and how does it compare to other astrological teachings?  And much, much, more!

IN CASE YOU DIDN'T KNOW...
MARVA'S next PSYCHIC  FAIR will be held on
Saturday,  November 7, 2020 at the La Quinta Hotel-Galleria                                                              1625 W Loop 610 South, Houston TX 77027
on the West Loop 610 between San Felipe and Post Oak
10am – 5pm
713-444-3581
Fairs are regularly held on first Saturday of every month.
Voted “Best Psychic Fair in Houston” by the Houston Press Best Of Awards

On the episode Jim "Jimbo" Kovacik talks with his favorite guests of all-time, his daughters Anna and Stephanie.  Both  are members of BTS army,  a fan group that loves the K-POP group BTS.  And, to help you understand this worldwide phenomenon, Anna and Steph discuss how they became fans, the best songs, their favorite members and more!  Also, you'll get to hear "Mic Drop" played on the clarinet and a short Father/Daughter duet on "Dynamite!"  If you ever wanted to know what all the BTS fuss is about, this is the episode for you!

IN CASE YOU DIDN'T KNOW...
BTS, also known as the Bangtan Boys, is a seven-member South Korean boy band that began formation in 2010 and debuted in 2013 under Big Hit Entertainment. The septet—composed of RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook—co-writes and co-produces much of their own output.  WIKIPEDIA

On this episode...Jim "Jimbo" Kovacik interviews radio veteran, songwriter and filmmaker Craig "Crackerjack" Russell.   The two discuss  how he got his nickname, breaking into radio, both working with the legendary Johnny Goyen, getting into Nashville's songwriters circle and his new documentary on Amish/Mennonite athletes "Kings of Indiana."  

IN CASE YOU DIDN'T NOW...CRACKERJACK'S NEW FILM IS AVAILABLE NOW FOR STREAMING!

KINGS OF INDIANA
Deep inside America’s most basketball-crazed state, in the heart of southern Indiana’s Amish/Mennonite country, stands Barr-Reeve High School. Despite being one of the state’s smallest remaining schools, Barr-Reeve’s hard-working Amish/Mennonite athletes have their program on the cusp of a championship. Led by a no-nonsense head coach, the Vikings embark on a new season with sights set on capturing their elusive first crown. Narrated by Grammy nominated CCM recording artist David Crowder, this inspirational documentary pays tribute to small town Americana.

On this episode, Jim "Jimbo" Kovacik talks with veteran Houston comedian and Legendary Anime Voice Actor Rob Mungle!

The two discuss his Rob's comedy roots, his rise in the world of Anime voice acting, hitting the "hot" road with fellow comedian Doug Stanhope, the "Whiskey Brothers" podcast, the mystery of "Space John Wayne" and whole lot more! 

IN CASE YOU DIDN'T KNOW...
Both feared and revered, The Reverend Rob Mungle has been a staple of the stand-up comedy world since the early 1990s, when his brazen style and foul language caught the attention of comedy fans everywhere. He has remained in his native Houston for most of his life, helming the comedy scene there with an iron fist. His near-bloody conflicts with the IRS, anime fans, and strip-club managers have become the stuff of legend. He is best known for his anime voice-over work, notably in "Super Milk-Chan."  IMDB

LINKS
The Whiskey Brothers - praisewhiskey.com
https://animevoiceover.fandom.com/wiki/Rob_Mungle

LIVE SHOW ALERT!
Rob Mungle will be performing at the Houston Improv with Jesse Peyton and friends on Sunday October 18th...for tickets...
https://improvtx.com/houston/event/jesse+peyton+and+friends/10726975/

On this episode, Jim "Jimbo" Kovacik talks with Comedian, Voice Actor, Editor and long-time friend Jason Lee a.k.a. Jaxon Lee (we'll explain on the show). The two discuss his significance in the history of Humble, Texas, being a traveling comedian, confronting the other Jason Lee (My Name Is Earl, Alvin and The Chipmunks) in a Target, winning a voice actor award for his work in anime and much more! And, it all goes down in a cozy 50 minutes - enjoy!

IN CASE YOU DIDN'T KNOW...
Jason C. Lee (aka Jaxon Lee) has spent the last few decades making his way through the back alleys of show business.  He started out as a Houston based stand-up comic, touring comedy clubs throughout the United States and performing for the troops overseas.  He’s also worked as an actor , mainly in Japanese anime and video games in such titles as “Neon Genesis: Evangelion”, “Blue Seed”, and :”Dead Leaves”.  He then re-invented himself as a TV/Film Editor, and has worked on such shows as “The Doctors”, “Whale Wars”, and “I Am Jazz”, and “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition”.  He lives in Altadena, California with his teenage son, and wife of over 20 years, Amanda Winn Lee.  She is one of the seminal voice actors of her generation, and together they produce the Youtube series, “A Mom’s Guide to Cannabis”.