Joke Strap - Podcast

In this episode, Wes Hofmann is joined by guest, Ruben Escobedo III, a comedian out of San Jose, CA. Although Ruben is not particularly a big sports fan himself, he was a great guest for this podcast. Wes and Ruben talk about how Ruben got started with stand-up, how he started to produce his own comedy shows, and how he became a beloved mascot for a local minor league baseball team. 

Wes Hofmann talks comedy and baseball with comedian and musician, Danno. They talk about how they basically started comedy around the same time and share stories. They then dive into baseball as Danno shares his appreciation for the Oakland A's even though he is a San Francisco Giants fan. Danno shares a funny story about a photo he once took dressed in Giants gear in a ballpark full of Dodgers fans in LA.

Wes Hofmann discusses performing stand-up comedy for the first time since before the Pandemic shut everything down in 2020. He also discusses how the Bay Area sports teams are struggling, the continuing MLB lockout, and more. 

MLB is still in a lockout but Commissioner Manfred claims the MLB and owners have "good proposal" for the MLBPA on Saturday. We shall see. Wes comes across some devastating news about a former A's player while recording this episode. Want to participate in the podcast? Call 916-237-7237 and leave a message. If chosen, it may be featured on a future episode.

MLB's Hall of Fame is a joke. Which I guess is fitting to talk about since this podcast has the word "joke" in the name. Plus, Evander Kane is on his way to join the Edmonton Oilers, and more. Want to participate in the podcast? Call 916-237-7237 and leave a message. If chosen, it may be featured on a future episode.