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Talk About That
John Driver and Jonnie WTwo quirky and cerebral creatives talk it out as writer and former History teacher, John Driver, goes toe-to-toe with best friend and comedian, Jonnie W., in hilariously real and genuinely insightful conversations about life, history, current culture, faith—and everything in between.
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Tortoises 🐢, Hares 🐇, & Hardship 😩 :: Episode 185
November 16, 2021 - 55 min
Today on Talk About That, John abandons Jonnie at a 5k race 🏃🏼♂️, and Jonnie holds a 20 year grudge about it. Meanwhile, we ponder the moral panic surrounding drug culture💊in the 80’s & 90’s, and the resulting fallout. Plus, a conversation on pain and purpose, and why some conflict is actually good. Todays episode is NOT sponsored by Pepsi®️🥤 : “Are we okay??" Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Hecklers 😡, Kickball Injuries 🏥 & Daughters 👧 :: Episode 184
November 8, 2021 - 69 min
Today on Talk About That, John uses a fifty-cent word, and ponders tasing himself into better posture. Meanwhile, Jonnie hurts himself playing kickball with other adults, and has a run-in with the Bills Mafia at his comedy show. Plus, a conversation about new parents, sensitivity, and small talk. Today’s episode is NOT sponsored by Microphones: “We get it, you think you said something really cool, but PLEASE stop dropping us." Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Dead Trees, Fairweather Fans, and Eternal Chickens :: Episode 183
November 1, 2021 - 53 min
Today on Talk About That, Jonnie sells plants while not knowing anything about them, and get caught cheating on the Titans with another team. Meanwhile, John talks about being an easy target for teasing, and has his mind blown by the oldest joke in the world. Also, we read listeners' emails, including a question about church trauma, and knowing when it’s time to move on to another church. Today’s episode is NOT sponsored by Your Forties : “Surprise, now your back hurts for no reason." Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Oil, Overcoaching, & Love Languages :: Episode 182
October 25, 2021 - 54 min
Today on Talk About That, John absorbs all the responsibility in the room, and ponders life as an oil baron. Meanwhile, Jonnie has car trouble, and prepares to do standup on a show with a WWE Hall of Famer. Also, a conversation about sheep, honesty, and manipulation. Today’s episode is NOT sponsored by Eavesdropping: “The absolute best way to lower your self-esteem." Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Road Rash 🚴 , NYC 🍎 & Man Tears 😭 :: Episode 181
October 18, 2021 - 53 min
Today on Talk About That, Jonnie inures himself, and ponders when and why abs became so culturally important 🏋️. Meanwhile, John makes a fashion statement on national TV, and takes the Big Apple by storm. Also, the boys talk about being huge crybabies, and why sensitivity is actually a good thing. Today’s episode is not sponsored by Chairs 🪑®️: “When you get tired of taking a stand, just take a seat." Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Sports Superstitions 🏈, “Important” Art, & Jenga :: Episode 180
October 12, 2021 - 41 min
Today on Talk About That, Jonnie goes to the Grand Ole Opry 🎸and hears a perfect joke, while John quotes himself in a sermon, and holds a wet orange 🍊 for good luck. Plus, a conversation about humility, empathy, and Jenga. Todays episode is NOT sponsored by the Semicolon: “You’re probably ; using it wrong." Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Kool-Aid, Willy Wonka, and Culottes :: Episode 179
October 4, 2021 - 50 min
Today on Talk About That, John exercises his 3rd Amendment rights and ponders mixed drinks from the Bible. Meanwhile, Jonnie makes for a terrible (and chubby) chocolate salesman, and goes to a pep rally at his job. Also, a conversation about fashion anxiety among middle aged men. Today’s episode is NOT sponsored by Squirrels: “Every bit as rabid as rats, but for some reason you love us." Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
SPECIAL EPISODE: Corrections and Rebuttals :: Episode 178
September 27, 2021 - 55 min
This week, the podcast welcomes Laura Driver who revisits clips from a past episode’s volleyed foibles between John and Jonnie. In rebutting their merits and mistakes, Laura and John also work out a few of their twenty-one year-old marriage issues on the air. DISCLAIMER: No marriages were injured in the making of this episode. Today’s episode is NOT sponsored by Motion Censor Bathroom Faucets:®️: “We know your hands are invisible… we just wanted you to know it too.” 👋🚽💦 Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Sour grapes 🍇, Growth Spurts & Freeeeeedommmm 🇺🇸 :: Episode 177
September 20, 2021 - 63 min
Today on Talk About That, John tries to explain why his Christmas tree is already up, and Jonnie gets taller, but still can’t dunk a basketball 🏀. Then we discuss our eavesdropping devices, and online shopping compulsion 💴. Plus, a conversation about American exceptionalism, and why our built in biases give us a sense of comfort. Today’s episode is NOT sponsored by Honey 🍯 ®️: “Delicious and nutritious. Also, bee vomit 🐝 🤮 “ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Underoos 🦸♂️, Cliff Diving 🏊♀️, and Hot Chocolate 🍫 :: Episode 176
September 13, 2021 - 36 min
Today on Talk About That, John gets a medal 🏅 in the mail, and immediately turns it into a sermon illustration. Meanwhile, Jonnie loses his precious fitness watch in a 95-foot hole 🕳, gets a massage, and has an unfortunate mishap in the jacuzzi. Plus, a conversation about fear of over-sharing and social media etiquette while on vacation. Today’s episode is NOT sponsored by Dasani 💧™️: “Somehow even worse tasting than tap water.” Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Meet Your Hosts
Meet Your Hosts
John Driver is a husband, daddy, writer, and podcaster who has served his community as a minister for over two decades. He has authored, co-authored, or served as the primary collaborative writer for over twenty-eight award-winning books, including the satirical The Ultimate Guide for the Avid Indoorsman (Harvest House) and Not So Black and White: An Invitation to Honest Conversations About Race and Faith (Zondervan). A nerdy humorist at heart, John is a former History teacher who has been featured on Good Morning America and numerous other shows and podcasts. He earned a B.A. in History and an M.S. in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Tennessee in Knoxville. John lives near Nashville with his wife and daughter. https://linktr.ee/johndriver
Meet Your Hosts
Jonnie W. is a nationally touring comedian for over a decade, performing at major events, clubs, and churches of all shapes and sizes. Having shared stages with comedians like Nate Bargatze, John Crist, Michael Jr., and Tim Hawkins, Jonnie approaches comedy from an absurdly silly and cerebral angle, combining off-beat standup & music into a unique comedy experience.
Jonnie's special, Live At The Franklin Theatre, was featured on Amazon Prime Video, and his two Drybar comedy specials are viral hits, garnering millions of views, and landing him in their Top Ten most viewed for 2021. He has also been featured on the Grand Ole Opry's Circle Network and is heard daily on Sirius Satellite Radio. Jonnie lives with his wife Curry near Nashville, TN, because that’s where all their stuff is. https://linktr.ee/jonniew
Jonnie's special, Live At The Franklin Theatre, was featured on Amazon Prime Video, and his two Drybar comedy specials are viral hits, garnering millions of views, and landing him in their Top Ten most viewed for 2021. He has also been featured on the Grand Ole Opry's Circle Network and is heard daily on Sirius Satellite Radio. Jonnie lives with his wife Curry near Nashville, TN, because that’s where all their stuff is. https://linktr.ee/jonniew
