Vinnie and Jodi are two very funny professional comedians who got married. Life was fun, funny and exciting, then Jodi got sick. She had esophageal cancer 11 years ago then breast cancer 4 years after that and esophageal cancer again 4 years after that , and now PSP Disease which has no cure.

Progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP) is a rare brain disorder that causes problems with movement, walking and balance, and eye movement. It results from damage to nerve cells in the brain that control thinking and body movement. The disorder’s long name indicates that the disease worsens (progressive) and causes weakness (palsy) by damaging certain parts of the brain above nerve cell clusters called nuclei (supranuclear) that control eye movements.

Vinnie's love and care for Jodi is of the highest order. He explains how humor and laughter continue to help them through the worst of times. 

One of the most heartwarming parts of theis story is what professional comedian Bill Burr did to help Vinnie and Jodi - THAT is also of the highest order of a human being. 

Thanks to Vinnie and Jodi for sharing their story with the YJHTL. family.

There is a huge difference betwwen humor and laughter. Humor helps us emotionally - laughter physically. David explains the subtle differances and how both will enhance our lives.

Malcolm Sparling's brother, Stewart was diagnoised with ALS - Lou Gehrig's Disease. Malcolm shares how humor and laughter got Stewart and him through the slow and debilitating disease of ALS. 

Veteran Gary Otte has made a inspiring documentary called Saving 22. It's about the suicide that occurs in the military when they come back home. The subtitle "From Hope to Despair" makes what seems to be impossible, possible. His goal is to eliminate veteran suicide. Even if you are not in the military and  have suffered the efeects of suicide, this movie will help

In this documentary the cast is real veterans and real family members telling their true stories. The premier show will be October 11 at the World War 1 museum in Kansas City at 6pm. Even if you are not able to attend continue to follow Gary and his work with Veteran Suicide and Saving 22. There will be alot more showing and contact him at:

213 - 944-9368

[email protected]

Don Crost studied and performed with Second City in Chicago. When it came time to join their national touring company, Don’s father insisted he stay in Chicago and work in the family business. He did and never looked back. And yet, everything he has ever done and accomplished has roots in the skills he learned at Second City – even to meeting the Dali Lama.

What a podcast!  Inspiring, insightful and heartwarming as Bonnie Johnson shares her amazing story. And what is that story? How growing up on a farm and having parents and grandparents planting the seeds for symphanies of beautiful gardens Bonnie has and will create. Her life lessons will inspire many others on how to get through the rough patches of life's unplanned droughts. Please share this. It will be a YJHTL Classic and definately go on the highlight reel.

In this Part Three with Ann Marie Carrizales she explains how her mom and dad set the stage for her life and how she continues to learn from them. The part in this one with Ann’s daughter and grandma is priceless.

In this Part two with Ann Marie Carrizales she explains how the laughter and humor helped her emotional recovery as well as her physical recovery.

Ann Marie Carrizales shot twice at close range during routine traffic stop Despite injuries, chased the car and assisted with arrest of alleged gunman She said she chased the men because it was 'not allowed' that they could have deprived her children of their mother A female police officer dubbed 'Robocop' by her colleagues after she was shot in the face before chasing and catching the suspects has said she never considered giving up.

Mitchell Allen always knew he wanted to be a chef. It started going to a French culinary school and then developing his skills as an intern at the famous, Bouchon in Napa Valley. Ever since, he has worked for Roys in Scottsdale, Adega in Denver and 40 Sardines in Leawood. Chef Mitchell has worked years as a restaurant chef, caterer, sommelier, and as a private chef. In California, he worked as a private chef for celebrities such as Christina Aguilera in Los Angeles and Kobe Bryant in Newport Beach.

Chef Mitchell’s goal is to provide a culinary experience that is unparalleled with anything my clients have experienced in the past, including professional service, attention to detail, and creative food from all over the globe.