Mostly Just Stories

David Nieker comedy is uncommon and unflinching, landing punchlines that span an emotional distance between his heroes, Rodney Dangerfield and Mr. Mike. I get no respect but I try to fight back with my wit,” he says. "I’m proud to finally be able to defend myself with my words.”  Since 2010, he's been busy doing that and what he's wanted to do his whole life—making audiences laugh at stand up comedy at clubs and festivals throughout the United States.   As an undergrad at the University of Illinois, Chicago, he first walked on screen 1986 as Goon #2 in Goldie Hawn's football classic, Wildcats. He also trained at the early ImprovOlympic with legends Charna Halpern and Del Close. After graduation, he embarked on an introverted creative path as an advertising copywriter at ad agencies and Fortune 500 companies in Chicago, Seattle, Miami and Los Angeles. He became a member of SAG-AFTRA in 2014, and has since been seen in sketches on Jimmy Kimmel Live and CONAN, as an imposter on To Tell The Truth, and as a Woodsman in David Lynch's Twin Peaks: The Return, 2017. He’s also been featured in a Justin Timberlake music video, and in a commercial for Mercedes-Benz.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mostlyjuststories/support

Ed Roman is an Award-winning singer/songwriter, performer and multi-instrumentalist from Shelburne, Ontario, Canada. Blurring the lines between pop, rock, folk, and country music genres, Ed’s uniquely crafted songs have received regular rotation on more than 100 terrestrial radio stations across North America and more than 600 stations, worldwide. Ed is an Artists Music Guild Award Nominee, an International Music and Entertainment Association Award Winner, a Josie Show Awards winner, an Akademia Awards Winner, and a two-time Indie Music Channel Award winner. Ed won a 2017 Radio Music Award for Best Americana Artist. He is currently nominated for the 2020 IMEA Awards --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mostlyjuststories/support

Caroline Rose is an athlete, author, mother, survivor, speaker, and I'm sure much more. She is very cool! Please tune into this episode to learn more about her and her amazing journey! #Author #Cancer #survivor https://dearrileyrose.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mostlyjuststories/support

Phil Barth is author and speaker, as well as an overall fun dude! In this episode he talks about his book "Great Things Happen Every Day: Finding Joy with Family, Friends, and Banana Milkshakes". H's also working on a new book, but you'll have to listen in to learn more about it. Please enjoy the show!   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mostlyjuststories/support

SIMONE KNEGO leads an ordinary life filled with extraordinary moments. As a wife, mother to six children (and three dogs), and a serial entrepreneur, she splits her time between her family, businesses, and personal growth. She’s realized the small choices she makes every day to do good actually have the power to inspire others. With this book, she hopes to inspire you to embrace life’s ups and downs and realize the impact you’re making on the world. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mostlyjuststories/support

To find out the most about Caramel Lucas go to: caramellucas.net  Or follow her on ig @MsCaramelLucas  In this episode we discuss Caramel's journey to where she is now and some of the stories that go along with being an executer of dream missions. I made that last part up, but it is very fitting. She puts her mind to what she wants and there is no stopping her. Caramel is truly amazing and you will see in this episode! #writer #comedian #actor #heedit --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mostlyjuststories/support

Thomas Zipperer is a writer, voice actor, creator and podcaster of No Redeeming Qualities. A writing/podcasting duo consisting of Robert Giancarlo and K. Thomas Zipperer. Although their main focus is on their weekly comedy podcast, the two also write and perform in audio dramas. They released their fully scripted comedy Wheels of Justice (2019) and the sci-fi comedy Beer Run (2020), with future productions in the works. The duo also manage Gamma Gator Productions, their studio providing editing, voice over, and podcast production services. See the link below. In this episode he also tells all the secrets to maintaining an amateur duck husbandry. Thomas is a charming and fun guy! Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mostlyjuststories/support

Shane Salk is the creator of Shane Salk productions & Carcerem - The Series | A brand new fantasy fiction podcast. He is awesome, funny, and cool to hang out with. Here we discuss Shane's life, and at one point he just takes over the show. Please listen to the entirety of this episode or you'll have bad luck for life. Enjoy Shane's works at the websites below: https://www.carceremtheseries.com/ https://www.shanesalkproductions.com/ https://www.shanesalk.com/ #Carcerem #ShaneSalk #Podcast #Producer #Actor #Enjoylife --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mostlyjuststories/support

Elizabeth Molina is a leader in Beauty, Fashion & Modeling. She is an expert on all things Holistic Beauty, and the founder of Molina Glow. She is a certified Holistic Health and Life Coach, and former Top ranked medical sales specialist. The Molina Glow to be a place for women to have access to the latest innovative beauty treatments and also provides them with a no Bull Shit look at beauty routines. Her personal story of survival has led her to become a model on a mission to redefine the WHY surrounding your personal beauty practices. She even gave a TEDx on that survival story, which didn't get to in this but we will be doing a part 2 for that story!!! Go to https://www.themolinaglow.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mostlyjuststories/support

Jen Lieberman is an award winning writer and performer. You may have seen her on the one woman show: The year of the slut? or as Christi from Dumpwater Divas. Maybe you've seen her at your comedy club doing stand up. Jen is funny, amazing and multi-talented by definition. She is an author of multiple audio books. She knows how to make & take her opportunities. Please enjoy the show and follow Jen Lieberman here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mostlyjuststories/support

Canadian Comedy Award recipient Briane Nasimok, has been telling stories from an early age, a talent he primarily used in those days to get out of trouble. When he was ten, Briane went to live theatre for the first time which inspired him to pursue his dream – but instead it led him to an usual career, appearing in over 30 operas and nearly 300 performances, without uttering a word. Canada’s Foremost Operatic Mute went on to a career in stand-up comedy as one of the earliest featured performers at Yuk Yuks.  He is an award-winning television writer/producer with shows ranging from Sesame Street to The Giller Prize and was 9th runner up in CTV’s Thrill of a Lifetime’s Male Beauty Pageant.  His life experience as a mute performer led to the creation of an acclaimed one-person show. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mostlyjuststories/support

Allen Klein The Jollytologist®  Humorous Keynote & Conference/Convention Speaker TEDx MontaVista | Our Thoughts & Intentions Create Our Reality Workshop Leader Best-Selling Author Therapeutic Humor Expert Motivational Humorist  How to find and use humor to deal with changes, challenges, and not-so-funny stressful stuff. Humor for Workplace Wellness and Motivational Humor Presentations for Healthcare, Hospice and other Professionals.  #Humor #light #Heedit #comedy #laugh #enjoy --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mostlyjuststories/support

Scott Henry is an accomplished stand-up comedian, corporate emcee, actor, and voiceover actor. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2643738/  In addition to headlining in comedy clubs across the country, Scott has been seen on screen in “Paul Blart: Mall Cop 2,” “The King of Queens,” “Chelsea Lately,” and more.  He also has a supporting role in the provocative indie film, “Daddy,” which has been a film festival darling and garnered numerous awards.   You may recognize his voice from over 100 commercials for companies such as Michelob, Netflix, and Coors, and as the narrator of the Travel Channel show, “1000 Ultimate Experiences.”     Scott is also a professional emcee for high profile corporate events, having emceed the openings of Microsoft stores across the country as well as events for Toyota, Symantec, and numerous charities and trade organizations. He is most proud of his work for the U.S. military – he has traveled to over 50 countries entertaining the troops and has served on the Board of the Marine Scholarship Foundation’s golf tournament in Southern California, which has raised millions of dollars for children of Marines to attend college.   #StandUpComedy #Comedian #Comedy #Hilarious #Funny #Laugh #Heedit --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mostlyjuststories/support

KYRIAKI aka Katie Elizabeth Chonacas is a Greek American artist working in the entertainment industry for two decades. Katie is a multi-disciplinary artist who utilizes her voice to inspire change and transformation in people who want to make an impact on the world. Katie has been in the Entertainment Industry now for two decades. Some of the creative ventures she’s been a part of being on TV/FILM acting, voiceovers, music, podcasting and articles that she has written on Arianna Huffington’s publications. Kyriaki is currently the first NFT artist to release a poem on love on the blockchain. She is also a published author who recently released her book called A Lover’s Fairytale. Find more here: chonacas.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mostlyjuststories/support

Darrell brings extensive experience as a master certified life coach and a member of the Federal Coaching Network.  He is an inspirational speaker and certified facilitator who provides clients with expertise in the realm of leadership, relationships, and purpose. His leadership background includes 30 years of federal service highlighted by his selection as a White House Communications Agency All-Star and Senior Manager of the Year. His leadership coaching is based on a stellar 20-year military career, where he traveled as an Operations and Vice Presidential Communications Officer, leading over 500 White House missions.  Following the tragedies of September 11, 2001, Darrell was selected as 1 of 5 key leaders, from 30 senior managers, to direct emergency action communications for the Vice President of the United States, to include duties as an Air Force Two Command Representative. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mostlyjuststories/support

Ian Robert Anderson is an American entrepreneur and web designer/programmer who is currently traveling around the world while building digital products.   Click here to go to the Course: https://gumroad.com/a/515019891/JQhjF  http://ianrobertanderson.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mostlyjuststories/support

 Today's guest is a Speaker and Coach on a mission to create greater happiness in the world by teaching individuals and groups the actions and habits of happiness. A show-not-tell single mom to 3 awesome kids and karaoke enthusiast, they demonstrates daily how to create a life you love! Please welcome, Speaker, Coach, & Certified Life Trainer Tamara Zoner Find her at: https://www.alifeyoulovenow.com/ or TamaraZoner.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mostlyjuststories/support

Today's guest has unique knowledge and experience in the world of frugality.  He hunts deals for a living, and he designs games and hosts events in his free time. He's also worked in mortgages at the height of the financial crisis and in recruitment during the recession that followed.  Now, he spends his time helping others get the best prices for anything online and becoming more frugal in their everyday life. Please welcome, Writer, Game Designer, Event Producer, Podcaster, and Frugal Living Enthusiast, Jim Markus!     Jim's Podcast is titled: Frugal Living with Jim Markus    --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mostlyjuststories/support

Ashley Spedale is a bright spot when it is completely dark. She brings a calm peaceful energy to any situation, including this episode where she opens up about her own life. Ashley will give you life lessons we would only hope to stumble upon ourselves. She is a former make-up artist turned Life Branding Mentor. You can find out more about Ashley at AshelySpedale.com or CLICK HERE --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mostlyjuststories/support

Don Mirra is a Photo Journalist of 15 years and has traveled to over 68 countries. His understanding of traveling and how it can be curated to enhance our consciousness is remarkable. Tune in for a great episode on what it means to travel and how it can enhance your life! Find Don's podcast on all platforms called: The Traveler's Art or Click Here  Find his Website Here: https://www.donmirra.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mostlyjuststories/support