It's the season for MOLE HUNTING. If you don't remember The Podcast Ninja's technique, he shares all the gory details again in this episode. Next, John talks about his big plans to avoid yard work... (Psssst, he's going to be sorely disappointed, Neighbor!) Then, Luke tells us the thing that John shared at Church today that felt noteworthy and then…

First, let's talk about making cake for no reason... And,we need a short word-study, because the word "bi-weekly" has too many definitions. Next: John has been watching lots of videos of sermons from Charismatic preachers. This false doctrine happens to be the very first theological question that Luke and the Peaches tackled before they got married…

Well, Neighbor, it has been TOO LONG since we talked about disc golf! Go get yourself some discs, so you don't have to be left out of the recurring conversation. Next: We're going to answer all your questions about how to schedule your time... No, wait, we're going to tell you whether or not to quit your job. No, actually we're going to talk about …

Hey, Neighbor! Papa John's is selling a pizza featuring crispy "cuppy-roni." This is worth mentioning at LEAST a few times this episode... Next: there has been a little bit on controversy in the Fight Laugh Feast network. (But, really, what else is new?) Sometimes listeners feel like their favorite hosts aren't practicing what they preach... The Pe…

Hey, neighbor! The Peaches and The Ninja have been together longer than they were "single." They've gone by many names over the years... But why does Uncle David call John "Scooter?" (Settle in, while Scooter unloads his coffee-related trauma.) Then: HAPPY TRANS VISIBILITY DAY! We actually know people--in real life--who have swallowed that Kool-Aid…

It's basketball season, Neighbor, and our NCAA bracket is looking sad! But legend has it, the Branyan kids once predicted all four of the Final Four teams and won enough money for John to retire for about two hours. Also, there is DRAMA among the McKinney/West/Farkas cousins. (No, nothing scandalous.) A group of actors, aged 13 and under, are produ…

If you're tuning in for this episode, you will be among the first to sample The Podcast Ninja's new Outgoing Personality! (Tell us if you think he's not being "serious" enough.) We tackle other questions like: should men wear a suit and tie to church? And should adults watch cartoons?... Later: If you want to add rocks to your health and wellness j…

Welcome to the table, Pkarlgh. Our family participated in a huge fundraiser for our local Christian school--and we were very encouraged! Many hands make for light work... It's great to be part of a functioning community! Then: If you're hearing us talk about this well-oiled machine and wishing your community was as Perfect as ours, let us remind yo…

Hi, Neighbor! John and Luke called an "audible" at church last week and switched up the communion prep system. Who's going to be mad about that? (Well, some people might.) If you start taking responsibility and making decisions then you will deal with some pushback. But, overall, you will be a HUGE ASSET to a healthy church (or soccer program). Lea…

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It's snowy in Indiana--but the Peaches broke a power pole back when the roads were basically clear. Luke did a show with Dave Dugan, and John did a show in Wisconsin (Wa-Keh-Shaw). Were these "good" events or "bad" ones? It totally depends on your perspective! Any single event could be both good and bad, or both challenging and successful at the sa…

Hey, Neighbor, we're recording on Superbowl Sunday... not to be confused with Tuesdays with Taylor... (By the way, are you the Master of your own Sea?) Then: Not only do Christians like to identify as "Sinners," but we like to sanitize the behavior of the Unbelievers. We want to give them the benefit of the doubt--even though they are Lost. Later: …

We have an extra guest at the table today, Neighbor! Also, John's sons-in-law created a video game character who is almost indescribably ugly. But we try anyway. Either way--let's get down to business... Transformers and electronic tablets are for Christians/Saints--not for Sinners. Boy, this is a controversial topic in our community right now. Is …

Hey, Neighbor. Our beloved YouTube show, Starving Comics, is coming to an end. (Or, it has already come to an end--since you're listening after the end.) We hope you're thoroughly confused. Or at least angry. If you're sad, we can definitely give you a different emotion to experience... By the way, make note of the fact that Kevin James has a new c…

We are pretty cold over here, Neighbor! Wrap up in your fleece blanket, and you'll fit right in... Luke wants to talk about CHURCH DISCIPLINE today. Let's see if this topic is as controversial as the last one he picked... Plus, the Peaches went to an MLK service at an urban church. (What a trip!) Can we weave these two things together? Later: Luke …

Welcome to the table, Neighbor! The kids are playing in the background, and the PodNinja is feeling more talkative than usual... To kick things off, John shares why he hopes he gets invited to host the Golden Globes. Next: he Church love to retreat. Most Christians think they are leaving a "neutral ground" in the middle of the battle field, but tha…

Hey, Neighbor! The Podcast Ninja had a run-in with a power tool that might leave you feeling a bit light headed. Then, John shares his New Year's Message for young people... don't promise stuff if you don't really mean it. Words matter, and "semantics" matter. Which brings us to another point: AMERICANS ARE SHOCKINGLY ILLITERATE. (We bring statisti…

Hey, Neighbor! This episode was supposed to air on Christmas Day... but OOPS! Enjoy this late gift, from us. --The Comedian's Familyโดย The Comedian Next Door

Hey, Neighbor. This is PART TWO of the conversation with Juan DeVevo regarding the parable of the sower. (You know, some people are going to reject the Gospel no matter how we present it. So what do we make of that reality?!) We humans love to take credit for our own goodness. But--taking God's glory for ourselves is literally the worst sin we can …

We're puzzling at the table today! John hurt himself AGAIN. (No surprise.) And we have some news we have been (unintentionally) keeping from you, Neighbor, but the Peaches is too sick to share... Later: John was un-invited from a show for a charity organization, because his blog doesn't support gay people. But do we really want to work for non-prof…

The Comedian (John Branyan) and the Musician (Juan DeVevo) are at it again. Do you ever hurt yourself while doing manly things?... The two swap stories about injuries, going all the way back to elementary school! Then, MEMES! Let's recap the happenings on social media this month, including the stupidest hot takes about religion. Why would a PASTOR …

Welcome to the kitchen table, Neighbor! First: We discuss what has come to be labeled "Spanking Gate." The Peaches was encouraged to hear the Wilson's response to all the controversy. Their Family Interventions sound very similar in seriousness to the Branyan Family Meetings! Then: There's nothing like being accused of child abuse from people whose…

Hello, Neighbor. We apologize for any unseriousness you've gotten from our podcast in the past. We do our best to be VERY serious in this episode... Recently there have been several emails (and a text message!) asking for more in-depth advice about Real Life Stuff--especially parenting. We do our best to expand on the principles that guide our pare…

Here we are again, Neighbor... We're still causing a bit of a stir with our belief that it's difficult to talk about timelines when dealing with the creative behavior of a Timeless God. Is it unChristian to study theoretical physics and explore the impact of Einstein's Theory of Relativity on the biblical narrative? Should we have the exact same un…

Hi, Neighbor! We want to apologize for the quality of our last episode. It was actually a GREAT conversation, if you were able to decipher it. Today, let's talk a little more about creation! In essentials, unity. In opinions, liberty. And in everything, love. That's all well and good, isn't it? But WHAT ARE THE ESSENTIALS? Most Christians don't car…