KB's Unemployed Show

Did a domestic terrorist accidentally predict the future? On this April Fool's Day edition of KB's Unemployed Show, KB digs into the surprising — and unsettling — accuracy of Ted Kaczynski's 1995 manifesto, Industrial Society and Its Future. Spoiler: this is not a joke.

After watching Netflix's Mindhunter, KB was inspired to actually read the Unabomber's manifesto — and found himself floored by how much of it maps onto today's society. Political correctness, over-socialization, social division, government dependency, and the erosion of the family unit — Kaczynski wrote about all of it decades before it became daily headlines. KB reads key excerpts and lets...

Piper the News Girl is back, which means this episode had almost no chance of staying normal. KB and Piper tear through spring break stupidity, cocktail snobbery, cheesesteak opinions, college-life weirdness, and a pile of offbeat stories with the kind of chemistry that turns one topic into ten and all of them into trouble.

This episode has everything: bad decisions, drink rules, generational disagreements, random life observations, and strong opinions delivered with absolutely the right amount of sarcasm. If you enjoy funny conversation, sharp banter, and the sense that the show could derail at any...

On this episode of KB’s Unemployed Show, KB is joined by Piper for a wide-ranging conversation that somehow connects Britney Spears, bad movie reviews, weird international news, generational nostalgia, and one deeply unsettling shark fact.​

They talk about the ongoing Britney Spears situation and the fallout from the “Free Britney” movement, swap thoughts on recent movies, get sidetracked by reindeer racing and furry culture, and compare the things each generation was told to fear growing up, from quicksand and the Bermuda Triangle to dome lights and Halloween candy panic.​ The episode wraps with Piper’s fun fact o...

KB, Matt Mueller, and Piper the News Girl are diving headfirst into the chaos of Oscars 2026 with a brutally honest preview of Hollywood’s biggest night. From Best Picture predictions and acting snubs to red carpet train wrecks and Academy drama, this episode delivers sharp opinions, spicy movie takes, and the kind of sarcasm award season practically demands.

Whether you follow every nominee or just enjoy the annual outrage, this episode covers the biggest debates heading into the ceremony: who should win, who will win, who’s wildly overrated, and which films are getting more pres...

KB's Unemployed Show kicks off with an introduction and a mention of National Pancake Day. The conversation then delves into the topic of 'Punch the Monkey' and Tornado Documentaries, followed by the introduction of Miss Piper and her background. The discussion then shifts to Alisa Liu's Olympic journey, and finally, it covers a beer pong mishap and college party culture. The conversation covers the perception of old age and hipness, the influence of digital gaming and online platforms, and the discussion of tornadoes and climate change. Each topic is explored in depth, providing valuable insights and perspectives.

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Winter Olympics review meets comedy chaos on KB’s Unemployed Show.

KB breaks down the biggest moments, surprises, and “did-that-just-happen?” storylines from the Olympics, then welcomes comedian Pete Lipsey for a no-holds-barred sparring session featuring the greatest street jokes ever told. If you like sports takes, quick punchlines, and two guys trying to out-joke each other in real time, you’re in the right place.

Drop a comment: What was your top Olympic moment—and who won the street joke battle, KB or Pete?

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Day 2 in the classroom: the students know I’m serious, I know I’m exhausted, and someone definitely should’ve dropped.

Comedian Jimmy Dore joins me to talk stand-up, tough crowds, and what happens when honesty hits an audience that didn’t order it.

Then I close with my Top 5 Favorite Comics I’ve Worked With — a ranking guaranteed to start arguments and end group chats.

Unfiltered comedy talk. Real classroom stories. Zero corporate supervision.

Make good choices.

This week on KB’s Unemployed Show, we sit down with Erik Kjelland of The Mascot Theory — the Wisconsin-born Americana-rock outfit turning heartbreak and hard-won survival into cathartic, genre-blending anthems.

Erik breaks down the inspiration behind songs, the meaning of The Mascot Theory, and how life’s ups and downs shape the music that moves us. We talk songwriting, the creative grind, and how Nashville has turned into "Daytona Beach with a Belt Buckle".

If you love deep-cut conversations with real creators — musicians who live the stru...

On this Singer/Songwriter Edition of KB’s Unemployed Show, I sit down with Mary Karlzen, Andrew Hyra (of Billy Pilgrim), and Kristian Bush from Sugarland for a wide-ranging conversation about songwriting, creativity, collaboration, and what it actually takes to survive in the music business.

We talk:

🎶 Where songs really come from

✍️ The difference between writing a song and writing the right song

🎤 Performing, touring, and staying sane as a working songwriter

🎸 Why some incredible artists never become household names

Kevin discusses the unemployed lifestyle, today's headlines, weather woes, and the evolution of entertainment consumption. He welcomes film critic Matt Mueller to discuss the recent Oscar nominations. The conversation delves into the world of unconventional films, exploring the impact of unique storytelling and the challenges of audience expectations. The conversation further explores the changing landscape of Hollywood and the impact of modern viewing habits on film appreciation. Additionally, it reflects on past Oscar snubs and controversies, highlighting the enduring impact of iconic movies from the 70s and 80s.

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