Jokes and the Gym with Rudy Tyburczy

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This episode’s less of a “how-to” and more of a “how I tried” to have a good day—and somehow it worked. I unpack what made my yesterday great and offer a loose blueprint for making your own days a little less “drag-myself-through-it” and a little more “okay-that-was-kinda-nice.”

I talk about building a day with a plan, a little productivity, something pleasant, and if we’re lucky, some purpose. We hit on energy management, ADHD weirdness, adjusting to adjustment disorder, fart metaphors, rejection resilience...

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This week, I get into some of the real stuff—talking about comedy, mental health, and why it’s so important to feel safe when you’re sharing your story (especially when half your brain is screaming, "Why are we doing this again?").

I dig into setting boundaries, managing your energy without feeling like you’re letting everyone down, and how the Spoon Theory basically describes my Tuesday mornings. We also talked about why it’s important to find the givers in your life—the people who fill you up instead of draining...

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What is up my friends? This week on Jokes and the Gym, I get a little personal. I opened up about some of life’s challenges (spoiler: feelings were felt), and why communication is basically the kettlebell swing of human connection—awkward at first, but powerful once you commit to it. And I challenge YOU to stop saying a certain word and see how it changes your freakin life.

I talk about the importance of saying what you mean, letting people in (even when you’d rather hide in a hoodie), and sh...

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Hey Frandz! This is another short episode!

In it, I sing to George Michael, living or dead, talk about taking care of yourself, tell you a wrestling joke, and wish you happy dumpin! 

Enjoy, write a review, tell your friends! 

Work out. Feel Good. Be Funny.

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Hey! We're checkin in with the 90 Day Slayers and we also revisit our chats with host of Locked On Blazers Mike Richman, and the Colossus of Rhodes Tom Rhodes!!

In the ep, here is a number of things we cover!

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In this BONUS EPISODE of Jokes and the Gym, we're discussing the Six Primary Movement Patterns! What a treat!

And they are:

SQUAT

HINGE 

LUNGE

PUSH

PULL

CARRY

Listen to get the audio experience of talking about why these patterns rock and how knowing them will give you ETERNAL WORKOUTS FOR EVERLASTING LIFE FOREVER AND EVER!!! ETERNAL LIFE, YALL!

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Here we go baby!! This is the start of the 90 Day Slay! Episode of the BEAST!! Yeahhh!!

This episode is just me, your host, Rudy Tyburczy, comedian and certified personal trainer, so buckle up, busters! Listen to this if you're one of my fellow Slayers, or if you wanna hear more about what we're gonna do in this 90 Day Challenge to get to feelin - and maybe even lookin - like our tippy top shape, come 90 days from now. 

I also share what I find most challenging about the g...

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Hiya! Here we're discussing more info about the upcoming 90 Day Slay! Challenge that we're starting on April 1st! Already have a lot of participants, so reach out if you're looking to join! I'll send you a sample weekly checklist and the intake questionnaire if you wanna think about it - no pressure either way!

Oh, and did I mention it's FREE! Yeah, all you have to do is put your best effort forth (or not, really, it's up to you), and be willing to be on the podcast a time or...

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In this ep I talk about the upcoming 90 day Challenge that I'm leading (and participating in!), with spots that are filling up fast! As a certified personal freakin trainer, I'll offer workouts, coaching, regular check-ins, and a bunch of other fun and not lame stuff! For free! You just gotta be willing to be on the pod a bit, and stick it frickin out for 90 whole days. Anyways, listen up if you wanna know more! Or email jokesandthegym@gmail.com !

And listen up if you wanna hear parts of my chat...

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In this episode of 'Jokes and the Gym', Rudy Tyburczy (that's me) shares his experiences from a recent trip (to the home of the omelette - Denver), reflects on the Oscars (they were fine), family time, and the joy of reconnecting with his cats (better than the Oscars). He discusses the importance of community, the role of comedy in his life, and his journey as a personal trainer. Rudy also explores the impact of AI on creativity and invites listeners to join him in a fitness journey for season two of the podcast...

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There's no episode this week! I'm outta town! Love ya!

Find me, Rudy Tyburczy, on

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Email any questions or jokes or gyms to: jokesandthegym@gmail.com

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On this week’s episode, after discussing my joke- and gym-filled weekend, I’m eschewing the gym for the  movie theater! Having finally viewed all ten best picture nominees, I dive into my love for movies and the Oscars, breaking down my rankings of all ten, and sharing my predictions for some of my fave categories in writing, acting, directing and more. Will I get any predictions right?? Who cares! But check em out all the same.

We’ll also talk about the emotional pull of great films, the artistry behind contend...

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This week, I'm dusting off my tie-dye and taking you on a nostalgia trip to the Oregon Country Fair! As I've just completed this year's application for Fair, I'm reminiscing about past OCF performances – yes, there were awkward silences and jokes about patchouli that face-planted. But that's comedy! And there's so much more to love about doing comedy in such a unique environment where you really have no idea what's going to happen. 

I even get sentimental reflecting on past Fair chats with guests (from episodes 30-33) Jorah, Devin, Nitai, and Eug...

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Go Birds and Welcome to the podcast! In Episode 59 happening right after Sooper Bowl 59, I revisit conversations with three wonderful guests, with a guest spot from a former guest and Eagles fan Tess Barker talking about the origin and roots of her Eagles fandom. 

We also chat with comics Gwen Gray, Luke Miller, and Billy Wayne Davis in an episode resembling a opener-feature-headliner comedy show, at least in theory. But in actuality it happens in your earholes or kitchen or whatever. Topics we cover are:

Not putting so much p...

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On this week's show I talk about some stuff and things and then I revisit final questions with three talented folks - Bert Walpack, Seth Milstein, and Jessica Adel! 

Here's some of the things we talk about in the episode!

Movies

Careers

Expectations

Schedules

Seasons

Saying No

Super Bowl

Shame

Being a Fan

Being Self-Aware

Bombing onstage

Booze

And more!

I'm digging the f...

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We're chuggin right along and this week we're revisiting some riveting chats with Jessica Grant, Jesse Hett, and Duante Barnett! A few fellow west coast comics, we check out what they have learned in their respective time doing comedy.
Topics we cover include:
-Rest Days 
-Bumps and Bruises
-Using Notes
-Having Fun
-Getting on the Road
-Treating yourself like a Star
-The Surprising % of Americans who lift weights
-More than comedy?
-And more!
I'm loving checking in on these episodes with three g...

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On this solo episode of Jokes and the Gym, these are some of the topics we (I) cover!

Short Weeks

Multiple Gyms

Planet Fitness Ads

My 3 C’s of Communication

Comfortable

Working out In Korea

Gym Nemesis

Confident

Working out where you work

Weaving together passions

Training is Teaching

Curious

Thanks for listening. I’m so tired today but happy to be here!

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This week has really snuck up on me, and life keeps on lifin. And still, we podcast. We are happy to podcast, and we planned for podcast. 

And in this week's podcast, we talk about the value of mentors (I even got to chat with someone whose work I've admired and learned from for a while), how scheduling and planning can be a game changer, and whether or not I'm doing much of it while filming my "Exercise of the Day" video series on TikTok and IG.

And then I...

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Howdy yall! I'm Rudy Tyburczy and I put the personal in personal trainer! So come along and listen up as I share three of the things I've learned so far in my first couple months on the job as a personal trainer. 

I'm learning every day, and I can't wait to keep learning more. Tune in to hear what I have to say about how communication, connection, and consistency can help me be a better trainer, comedian, and just a decent human. 

And stick around to revisit parts of th...

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What sentence did I say to change the trajectory of my entire year? And how can picking something to focus on throughout the year can give shape and meaning to otherwise arbitrary periods of time?

In this year-ender of Jokes and the Gym (53 straight weeks!!), I wax poetic about goals, gaining reflection, setting intention for the year, and other really hilarious stuff. I wonder how self-talk influences identity, ponder the notion of becoming a clean comedian, and overall just try to pump myself up for the new year. What a riot!<...

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In this solo episode of Jokes and the Gym, your host Rudy Tyburczy (the guy writing this) chats about staying mentally and physically healthy during the holidays, balancing obligations and joy, being a good host and guest, and shares 5 things he'd like to improve upon in the new year. So tune in and let us know what you'd like to improve - thanks for stopping by, and here's to a delightful holiday season!

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This is the first of what will be a series of episodes where I compile responses to the question I ask to end each of my episodes, "What advice would you give your early comedy self?"

Hear what:

-Brian Netzel (@thebriannetzel) would tell his early comedy self to put down;

-Albert Escobedo (@albertmescobedo) has learned he doesn't need as much of;

-Leigh Anne Jasheway (accidentalcomic.com) doesn't need to focus on;

-Turner Sparks (@turnersparks) learned about what an audience wants far too late;<...

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In this the 50th (!!) episode of Jokes and the Gym with Rudy Tyburczy, I am delighted to chat with my friend, the hilarious, the prolific, the hardest working man in his house, Kyle Kinane.

In this convo, notorious non-worker-outer Kyle asks about ways to start and maintain motivation for working out, even if you don’t have a gym membership or very much fancy equipment. Stick around to hear what no-equipment two-exercise workout routine designed to improve strength and energy piqued Kyle’s interest. 

And as a new cat dad...

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For this episode, I reflect on the amazing conversation I had with Matt Braunger recently. Matt is a hilarious comedian with multiple albums and podcasts over the years, and we had a wonderful conversation talking about comedy, how he stays healthy, and so much more!

But you won't be hearing any of it.

Because I messed up the recording. I fumbled it. When I played it back, I had not recorded any of his audio. And so we won't be listening to that conversation. Sorry about that. Instead, it's...

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Jokes! Gym! Jamie! Colson!

In this engaging conversation, my fellow comedian Jamie Colson shares her experiences with pets, fitness, comedy, and hot tubs! From the challenges of cohabitating with a dog and cat to her fitness journey involving Pokemon Go, Jamie's humor comes through as she discusses her love for hot tubs and the comfort they bring. 

Our conversation also touches on personal growth, learning new skills, and the culinary challenges she faces, particularly with cooking eggs.  We also share a bit about our recent body swap performance, which ha...

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Nathan! Hart! This conversation with Eugene comedian Nathan Hart, upon his return from more than a month on the road across the States during this wild election, was a great opportunity to hear about what brings us together more than what divides us. For Nathan, that's comedy. Hear about election night in Nashville, or Friday at The Fest in Florida, from the voice of a comic who's doing whatever he can to find opportunities to do standup. 

Hear how Planet Fitness can be a haven on the road, and just what h...

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Jes Anderson is a comedian and mom and human in Seattle! I had a delightful time talking with her. She discusses the balance between her day job and comedy, her experience in a comedy competition, and the driving factors behind picking up that first mic.

A former crossfit coach and gym manager, she talks about some crossfit misconceptions, and her current relationship with the gym, which she enters three times a week and even uses a heavy piece of equipment in. She shares some of her secrets for tricking herself into...

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Hey everybody! We got another Tom Rhodes banger this week! Tom and I got cut off early last week so he offered to have another chat, even though the last one was great. What a guy. If you’re not familiar with Tom Rhodes, he’s had an epic comedy career: he’s hosted and starred in TV shows, toured the globe, performed on every continent (except Antarctica), and is the host of a long-running podcast (“Tom Rhodes Smart Camp”). He’s also a dear friend who has met my mother and with whom I share...

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In this conversation, I'm happy to speak with the legendary Tom Rhodes! He tours all over the globe, has a successful podcast - Tom Rhodes Smart Camp - and has had specials and albums spanning platforms and decades. Tom and I have known each other for a while, and he's always been such positive influence on me and my comedy life, and just as a friend.

Tom and I discuss his time as an international comedian, and whether that was something he set out to become or not. We also dive...

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Welcome to the NBA season, everybody! As we start real NBA games this week, I check in with Portland Trail Blazers podcaster and former Oregonian NBA beat writer Mike Richman!

Mike Richman! Life! Blazers! Hoops! Kids! Podcasts! Those are some of the things we talk about on this episode of Jokes and the Gym. I’ve listened to, read, and watched Mike’s work for about the last decade or so, in a viewership that spans continents. I’ve been on his podcast once or twice as well, and I was truly...

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This is one of those conversations that when I listened back, I laughed just as hard as when I was having the conversation with this week’s guest, Eve Ellenbogen! Eve and I go back to our days in Korea, which we revisit - and hear how this now-Austin-based comic viewed our dynamic back in Seoul years.

Also, I’m just gonna say it, this is a much dirtier episode than most. Might wanna earmuff the little ones hear and there, haha. Eve also touches on a previous assault that she expe...

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Julia Corral! Portland! In this episode of Jokes and the Gym with Rudy Tyburczy, I sit down with fellow 41er and comedian Julia Corral, who shares her experience going from a day job to pursuing comedy full-time in Portland. Julia discusses her type A personality, the balance of urgency and relaxation in the Pacific Northwest, and her involvement with Kickstand Comedy. She reflects on her growth in comedy, her journey to sobriety, and the impact of alcohol on her personality. Our conversation also touches on spirituality (and how much of a hippie Julia...

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Hi Friends! James Island is a Canadian comedian and YouTuber who I met in Korea and we sit down to catch up and talk about everything from his recent move to Montreal to the nuances of stand-up comedy. We dive deep into the challenges of navigating a new city, the impact of language on humor, and the importance of cultural sensitivity in comedy, and just in life. The weird origins of bland food even makes an appearance. It's a fun-filled episode with plenty of laughs, personal stories (we hear about Rudy's first ever...

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This is the second of two episodes with Myq Kaplan as a guest, as our conversation was so vast it requires two full episodes on their ownsies. It was such a great convo, and in this episode we chat more about navigating a multitude of choices, including all of the jokes he has ever written. Hint! It involves doing the smallest unit of work possible, unit by unit.

We chat about his forays into musical comedy - and you will even hear a song he has made about two topics we...

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Myq Kaplan is a delightful comedian, podcaster, and library-goer! He has multiple specials out there in the world, with more on the way, and he is this week’s guest on Jokes and the Gym with Rudy Tyburczy. 

For never having had a conversation (with each other), I would say this conversation was a success! We get into the origins of his unique name spelling, how gratitude makes its way into Myq’s life, what Jack Lemmon-inspired line he often uses to start the day, reasons why he appreciates the French langu...

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Thanks for checking out this week's episode! It's a little different today, because it's just me - Rudy Tyburczy.

I actually just recorded a delightful podcast with an hilarious comedian who you probably know and love, but I didn't want to rush it out. 

So for this week, I made a shorter solo episode, in which I give some life updates, talk about what's coming up, discuss group fitness classes, and share some of my hopes for myself and others. It's actually a good listen!

(And it's o...

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Comedian and visual artist (and my good friend!) Abhishek Kulkarni joins me on episode 37 of Jokes and the Gym with Rudy Tyburczy to catch up after his return from yet another art residency (and more!) in Maine. From clueless townsfolk to Mister Rogers in roller skates, Abhishek has quite a few stories to tell. I love hearing Abhi's questions, and how he attempts to blur the lines between science and art.

We also dive deep into his physical and mental health, and how he has dealt with those aspects throughout his...

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Check out Rudy and Rob from The Innsiders on this week’s edition of Jokes and the Gym. This episode feels half like two old friends catching up and half like a promo for one of those friends’ podcasts, The Innsiders. We spend a fair amount of time chatting about our travels, as the two of us have both traveled at length across the globe. We talk about our time in Korea, and successes that our friends have found after their time in the RoK. 

We connect on our share...

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In another movie-heavy episode of Jokes and the Gym with Rudy Tyburczy, my guest Chad Opitz and I talk about many things comedy as well as our love for movies and what it’s like for him living in a place that embraces movies. Chad discusses his move to LA, why he did it, some classic character actor stories, and what series starring Billy Bob Thornton you can find him in as an Easter Egg (it’s somewhere in season 4…).

Big ideas in this episode are finding joy in comedy, as well a...

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In my 4th of 4 conversations with fellow Oregon Country Fair (OCF) folk, I speak with psychedelic facilitator, spoken word performer, and Whitebird Clinic team member Nitai Alekseiwicz. We have a delightful conversation whose theme seems to be around making distinctions among our actions. 

We talk about how to really grok it, the difference between routine and ritual, being prepared versus being ready (and why one of them might not cut it), and some of the joys and pains of living in a town the size of ours.

In her w...