Tom Rhodes Radio Smart Camp

"I've spent the past 20 years of my life trying to make old white men uncomfortable." - Geoff Tate   

Greg Fitzsimmons and I solve all of the worlds problems. Let your healing begin here and now. My apologies for any slight audio issues that occur in this episode.

Feraz Ozel is a superstar waiting to happen. He is the all American boy you would want quarterbacking your team, the pilot flying your plane or the star lead of your favorite movie or TV show. Get to know him now here first before the rest of the world finds out about him. That is why it is my pleasure to present to you now the one and only Feraz Ozel.

Marc Maron and I have been friends since 1992 when we were both living in San Francisco in that city's golden era of comedy. In this conversation we talk about our history and the many ups and downs we have both experienced in the course of our friendship. Marc is the person who popularized the medium of podcasting and it is my pleasure to present to you now the one and only Marc Maron!  "Spite has fueled my entire career." - Marc Maron

Bobby Lee is one of the most honest and true to the bone human beings you will ever meet in show business. Just a taste of the valuable advice he has to give is this:  "When you go to audition in front of the network show them how to make love to a woman for the first time. Show them everything that you can do." The only thing that is real is now and the present moment and that is why it is my pleasure to bring to you now the one and only Bobby Lee!

Mike Tyson does not appear in this episode. Special guest commentary by the one and only Ryan Hicks. 

John Fugelsang combines intelligence and compassion in everything he does.  His comedy is sharp with a world view awareness and as a human being he did me the greatest favor when anger was consuming my thoughts several years ago.  It is my pleasure to present to you now the one and only John Fugelsang!

Pete Dominick is a comedian and political talk show host on Sirius XM satellite radio. "The person who you disagree with politically might be the person who saves your life or changes it forever." This episode was recorded in New York City!  

I worked with Ronny Chieng in Sydney five years ago. Today he is a correspondent of The Daily Show. I sat down with him for a chat. Recorded in New York.

On April 21st Prince died which felt like losing a family member because he has been  such a profound influence in my life. I was lucky enough to have seen him in concert 4 times. The most special time I saw him was in 1995 when I was invited to a private party at Paisley Park. On April 22nd Ashna and I celebrated 5 years of being married. In this episode Ashna and I talk about our anniversary, the death of Prince, our recent trip to Montana and my Reno tweets. This episode is dedicated to His Purple Majesty, Prince Rogers Nelson, Peace Be Upon Him!

Barry Katz has dedicated his life to stand up comedy and like anyone who has done so he has experienced many highs and lows. His life's journey has been an epic tale and throughout it all he has remained one of the most positive good humored people I have ever known in this business. He once managed Louie CK, Dave Chappelle and Tracy Morgan. He produced Last Comic Standing for the first 7 years of that shows run and now he hosts his own podcast called The Industry Standard.  On his podcast he talks with agents, producers and television executives about the nuts and bolts of the entertainment industry. In this episode he gives invaluable advice on being a comedian, succeeding in television, succeeding in life and most importantly to me, picking yourself up after you have experienced the devastating tragedy of losing a loved one. This is a must listen to anyone who dreams of being a better comedian and a better human being. For me personally, I was also very happy to finally return to him his bathroom key that

Gene Sullivan has a life story so incredible it should be made into a movie. His father was the renowned San Francisco Examiner sports writer Prescott Sullivan which got him dedicated to a life in sports. in 1969 he left a promising boxing career to be Evel Knievel's bodyguard before Evel was a household name. After money and fame went to Evel Knievel's head Gene broke out on his own as a daredevil who dedicated his life to Jesus and started his own daredevil ministry Jump For Jesus. jumpforjesus.net To hear Gene tell the story of leaving Knievel he says that "The bible tells us to turn away from evil." His jumps has a deep meaning and his life has a purpose. I met Gene Sullivan the last time I was in Montana 5 years ago on a search for the remnants of my boyhood hero Evel Knievel. Gene turned out to be the kind hearted guy I guess I had hoped Evel would have been had I ever met him. He and Evel Knievel made peace at the end of Evel's life and Gene gave the eulogy at his funeral. He is sought out for any movi

Samba Schutte reminds me of myself because he left his home country to follow his heart. I met him when we did shows together many years ago in Holland. He won the biggest comedy prize anyone can win in the Netherlands and for good reason. He is a lovable, inventive comedian who I am proud to call my friend. Funny how the world spins some time. Please open your hearts and get to know the one and only Samba Schutte!

Our man Arbi El Ayachi reports from Belgium on the tragic events that happened in Brussels this past week and what it is like to do comedy there now with everyone tense and upset and not knowing what will happen next. This is a special edition of Tom Rhodes Radio on how to keep your sense of humor and how to remain positive in a modern war zone.

In this episode Ashna and I talk about my first trip to Africa, giant tortoises of Seychelles, the worst sunburn of my life, Alan de Botton's book The News, why humans have the need to constantly check on the news, more salacious facts about Donald Trump and the Mr. Ghetto video that is a pure expression of booty power!

Tom Rhodes Radio Smart Camp is here! Pick a book with Danny Lobell. This episode is all about meeting your heroes and getting to hang out with them. Danny shares stories of him hanging out with Jackie Mason, George Carlin, Mel Brooks and more. Be inspired and start your own journey!

Voltaire lived from 1694-1778 and he is considered the father of the enlightenment. Learn more about the man who said "God is a comedian playing to an audience too afraid to laugh."

Post Oscars Chat with Ashna

Alex Hooper comes from a renowned theater family in Baltimore but today he is burning up the comedy scene in Los Angeles. He has the best prescriptions for treating humans with respect and getting the most out of life through creative expression. He also just got back from an epic trip to Argentina! He has a pure heart and a beautiful outlook on life and that is why it is my pleasure to present to you now the one and only Alex Hooper! This episode was recorded in Los Angeles.  

Gina and I talk before doing the Kuala Lumpur gala show in Malaysia. We talk about the differences between the comedy scene in Asia, London, New York and Los Angeles. About racism in today's society and how to stay true to your art despite the many obstacles in life. Gina is one of the best comedians I know and she kicks ass all over the world. Truly unique and inspiring to the soul. Always a pleasure the one and only Gina Yashere!