Shake In Atlanta, GA I witnessed a “Drive-By”, but sometimes you fear the worst only to realize that things are not always what they seem.

The Last Time I Cried So, I’m not much of a crier.  I’m sure I could’ve been, but that all changed one summer morning in 1990. I’m twelve years old and all I could think of back then was basketball.  My goal was to get a basketball net and install it above the garage in…

The Piano Man My mom took a photo of me when I was a kid sitting in front of an organ, with my fingers on the keys as if I was playing a song.  I couldn’t have been older than 2 or 3 years old, I don’t know, but my mom went to very great lengths…

Listen to me narrate this story: Posing While Filipino Filipino’s love posing.  I’m pretty sure I was vogueing before Madonna ever uttered the word.  I’d love to tell you that all the poses I did as a child were my idea, but the truth is, I was coached.  My mom told me that my poses were what…

Summary: In this episode of the “You Got a Good Life” Podcast, I speak with NBC Last Comic Standing Winner, Clayton English. We talk about everything from his childhood, his work ethic, his affinity for Atlanta, and his philosophy on comedy, plus much, much more! Highlights in this Podcast:   3:06 – Where were you…

Summary: In this episode of the “You Got a Good Life” Podcast, I speak with my dad.   We talk about what life was like in the Philippines when he was growing up, why he actually didn’t want to immigrate to Canada, and the struggles he faced once he got to Canada, plus bonus coverage…

Summary: In this episode of the “You Got a Good Life” Podcast, I speak with my mom.   How many people are like me and don’t really know their parents?   I mean, can you remember the last time you sat down and just talked to them and had a real conversation? Have you ever…

Summary: In this episode of the You Got a Good Life Podcast, I share a funny personal immigration story and explain exactly what this podcast is all about.     Links: www.neilbansil.com www.instagram.com/neilbansil www.twitter.com/neilbansil www.facebook.com/neilbansil