Comedy Career and Business (00:00 – 09:59)

Comedy Industry Insights (09:59 – 19:44)

Comedy Shows and Venues (19:44 – 29:35)

Comedy Challenges and Etiquette (29:36 – 37:37)

️ Podcast Experiences (37:38 – 47:35)

️ Upcoming Shows and Closing Thoughts (47:35 – 56:10)

Gastro

Patrick

New Year’s Eve Party (09:11 – 18:53)

Parenting and Restaurant Etiquette (18:53 – 28:13)

Living Arrangements and Family (28:13 – 38:48)

Creative Goals and YouTube Channel (38:48 – 48:12)

As we were recording this felt like the last podcast of 2024, not the first of 2025. So please pardon our appearance and attitude and general malaise. This one was recorded mainly to keep the streak alive. Ross didn’t want to do it and I barely did either. But we are here and perhaps there’s a nugget of truth or connection that will bring some pleasure into your day? Thanks for listening!! Here’s to a happy and healthy new year.

Family Dynamics (08:53 – 18:19)

Dad Strength and Fights (18:19 – 30:13)

️ Physical Fitness and Aging (30:13 – 39:08)

Holiday Traditions (39:08 – 48:40)

Car Problems and Mechanics (10:44 – 21:17)

Comedy Career and Shows (21:17 – 32:00)

Peer Comparisons and Career Paths (32:01 – 42:08)

Financial Decisions and Future Plans (42:08 – 51:46)

Unassigned

Comedy Career and Projects (08:35 – 16:46)

‍ Parenting and Personal Life (16:47 – 26:15)

Age and Relevance in Comedy (26:15 – 37:37)

Mortality and Future Plans (37:39 – 48:24)

In the podcast recording of episode 163 of “We Hired a Sitter for This,” hosts Patrick Holbert and Gastor Almonte engage in a lively discussion covering a range of topics. They kick off with personal updates, including Gastor’s memorable experience at the World Series with his father, celebrating the latter’s recovery from chemotherapy, making for a heartfelt conversation about baseball as a familial bond. The duo then shifts gears to fashion, where they explore Gastor’s extensive hat collection and care routine, contrasting it with Patrick’s minimalist style, while also brainstorming a stand-up fashion challenge web series. The discussion evolves into the impact of parenting on children’s futures, touching on Gastor’s children’s educational paths and Patrick’s observations on sports opportunities for urban youth. They reflect on career choices, with Gastor contemplating balancing comedy with traditional employment and Patrick discussing long-term financial security in the arts. The podcast concludes with discussions about stand-up performance styles and the influence of spouses in their comedy careers. Action items include exploring co-headlining shows in Wisconsin and Chicago, following up on fundraising MC opportunities, and focusing on job searches in entertainment or teaching fields.

Summary written by an eavesdropping AI robot:

In the informal podcast recording held on November 5, 2023, participants engaged in a lively discussion covering a variety of topics. The meeting began with a conversation about the upcoming Election Day on November 5, 2024, sharing experiences from past elections and expressing mixed feelings regarding potential outcomes. The hosts then shifted to reflections on their recent acting projects, including the pressures faced by comedians, highlighting notable figures like Ryan Reynolds. This was followed by a conversation about the recent New York City Marathon, focusing on personal fitness goals and the dedication necessary for marathon training. The group then ventured into habits around reading, discussing book recommendations and strategies for reducing phone usage before bed, including plans for creating a cozy reading space at home. Finally, the discussion culminated in an exploration of hip hop music, its literary significance, and its cultural impacts, particularly regarding political connections. Participants identified action items, such as considering the NaNoWriMo writing challenge and exploring ways to enhance reading habits.