In this episode of the Country-ish Podcast, the boys get together and review the 1985 John Cusack comedy "Better Off Dead”. Then it’s "Follow-Up" time! Rambo the screaming parrot joins us remotely to talk to us about last week's "Small Town News" segment. Jon reads Becky’s response about their “magical” weekend together in high school then reads a NEW journal entry in our "Jon’s Journal" segment. Finally, Marc Stamos takes a DNA test. This one is better than a Lizzo song. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of Country-ish, the boys talk about their first ever LIVE performance of the (Goodwill Hunting) segment in Asheville. Then they talk about Ricky Gervais’s monologue at the Golden Globes. In "Small Town News", Sebastian shares a story about Police Responding To a Distress Call, only to see a Parrot Screaming ‘Let Me Out!’. Finally in "Jon’s Journal", Jon reminisces about a romantic weekend with a high-school crush. This episode is purrrfect.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode the boys are reunited after a long holiday break. Sebastian brings us a story out of Florida about some guys forcing an alligator to drink beer in "Small Town News". Then Jon and Marcus Stamos exchange gifts in "Goodwill Hunting", and in "Jon’s Journal" Jon talks about his brother Jason getting his driver’s license and how jealous he was of his IROC Z-28. Then, finally, "The Alan Jackson" gives us a movie review of "Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker".See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Live from Hickory! It’s Christmas Eve-ish! Jon and The Alan Jackson want to wish you a very Merry Christmas. They get together, "Go Live" on facebook and talk about their fondest Christmas memories, favorite Christmas movies, & debate what actually is or is not a Christmas movie. It’s a holly jolly podcast!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode Jon pays homage to J. Scott Homan, a very funny comedian friend who recently passed away. Then in (Small Town News) Sebastian gives us a story about girl who made a giant penis, out of Christmas lights & put it on her roof. Then it’s a (Meme Me / Caption This) segment, Jon & his brother made a Star Wars/Christmas tribute. Then, in (Good Will Hunting) Jon and Marcus Stamos exchange gifts from a good will and this one is juicy! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode Sebastian informs us of a "Chili Cotillion" in Hickory. Jon talks about his trip to St. Louis and Stamos talks a little Lenoir-Rhyne University Football. Then its Jon’s Journal, where Jon reads from his high-school journal before the day the Fred T. Foard Tigers played their first football game of his senior year. Then in Small Town News, Sebastian brings us a story about a lady who burns down her house trying to set a snake on fire. Then, in Good Will Hunting, Jon and Marcus Stamos exchange gifts from a Goodwill. And there may or may not be a shirtless Stamos involved in this one. Ladies This Is A Must Watch!!! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of Country-ish the boys talk about their fun filled weekends tailgating, bar-hopping and mall walking. Then Jon reads from his high-school journal about a half-day at school because of a water pipe bursting in (Jon’s Journal). Then Shawn brings us a story out of Arkansas about a Poop Bandit on the loose in (Small Town News). Then Jon is literally brought to tears as Marc Hunt and him exchange gifts in a very emotional (Good Will Hunting). This one’s nutty!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to the first ever episode of Country-ish. The Fried podcast got a facelift, well not really. But Marc Stamos did get some botox aka “Brotox”. In this episode the boys get together and talk about Thanksgiving and Black Friday. Then Betty Reep calls in with a Popsicle update. Jon reads from his high-school journal in (Jon’s Journal), Shawn gives us a (Small Town News) story about a "Maxi Pad Bandit", then Jon and Marc exchanges gifts in a (Good Will Hunting) segment. It’s time for Country-ish!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of the Fried Pod the gang gets together and reveals the winners of the latest (Meme Me/ Caption This) contest with an old photo of Jon & Rodney Carrington. Jon reads from his high school journal in (Jon’s Journal) about kid fight. In (Small Town News) Shawn gives us a story about how Tupac Shakur is still alive and was recently arrested in Johnson City, TN. Marc and Jon exchange gifts in (Good Will Hunting). Then it’s a chicken sandwich taste test, who’s is better? Chic-Fil-A or Popeye's?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of the Fried pod Jon is joined by local singer/songwriter, Justin Clyde Williams. This one is an emotional roller coasters. They talk about his upbringing in Bethlehem, how writing poetry with his dad in prison helped shape his music career, thoughts of suicide, sing a song about "White Claw", and reveal a new song for the podcast. Then Shawn, brings us another (Small Town News) segment about a guy who stole a statue of a chicken with his tractor. Finally, Jon and Marc exchange gifts from Good Will in (Good Will Hunting). This episode will make you laugh, cry and laugh again.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of the Fried Pod, Shawn brings us a story about a guy who was forced to eat his on beard at knife point over a botched lawn mower sale. Jon, reads from his high-school journal about being sick and getting sympathy from Rebecca & the 2 Jennifer’s. Then, Jon and Marc exchange gifts from a Good Will in another Good Will Hunting segment. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of the Fried Pod the gang gets together and talk about their fondest Halloween memories and show the video of the Walgreens Rush. Then Jon reads from his high school journal in "Jon’s Journal” and we hear about a high school teacher who beat up students. Then in the "Small Town News” segment, a story about a man impersonating a police officer pulls over a van full of cops. Then finally in a “Good Will Hunting" segment Jon and Marc exchange gifts from a Good Will. This one is scary good.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of the Fried Pod, Jon and comedian friend Big Irish Jay Hollingsworth get together at the ATC Studio in Burbank, CA. They reveal the winners of the Meme Me /Caption This contest, read a random journal entry from Jon’s high school journal in "Jon’s Journal” and go over a small town news story where a couple crashed their car, then was immediately attacked by bee’s.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of the Fried Pod Jon’s mom, "Betty Reep" joins the gang and gives us a movie review of the film “Joker." Jon brings in a card game he found at a good will called "Gender Bender". Johnny Poovey stops by to talk about the (Jon Reep Cruise) to Nassau. Then Shawn Setzer gives us some huge news from a small town in the "Small Town News" segment. This has attempted murder in it. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode on the "Fried Pod", soon to be "Local Boy Makes Good", Jon, Alan, Marc are joined my local hero Professional Bowler Kyle Troup, he’s like the Bob Ross on bowling. They get together read your emails & YouTube comments, do a Meme Me/Caption This segment and talk about Kyle Troups amazing career and afro. This one is a perfect Turkey. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of the Fried Pod Jon, Alan, Marc, & Shawn get together and read your emails & YouTube comments, then Jon gives us a taste of the NEW theme song for “Local Boy Makes Good” podcast. Then they talk about greeters at drug stores and come up with a flash mob idea called #WalgreensRush. Plus what exactly is Planet fitness’s policy about Gym intimidation? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode Jon & Alan read an email from song writer & author James Demarco, a YouTube comment from a guy who thinks Jon hasn’t watched a Panthers games since 2015, then Jon shows Alan a rap video from Panther Fan named Ked Woodley, it's called "Dominate the Foe!” After that the guys are joined my an old comedian pal of Jon’s named Mike Speenberg and they talk about peeing in trash cans in green rooms that don’t have bathrooms, plus much much more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of the Fried Pod, the whole gang is back again. Jon, Shawn, Marc & Alan get together and talk about the future of the podcast. Then they read your emails & YouTube comments, do a "Meme Me/Caption" This contest, & Jon reads from his high school journal. Then Shawn introduces a new segment called, "Small Town News” and talks about about a Florida couple allegedly caught having sex in a patrol car after a DUI arrest on a bike! Then Marc Hunt and Jon exchange gifts from goodwill in another "Good Will Hunting". It’s one of the best ones to date! Honestly. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode of the Fried Pod, is a full house. Jon, Shawn, Marc, & Alan all get together and follow up on the Big Foot sightings in North Carolina, old and new. Then they talk about snipe hunting, exchange gifts from Good Will, Jon gives his true feelings on Cam Newton, review the movie "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood", and share their memories of September 11th. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of the Fried Pod Jon, Shawn, Alan, and Marc all get together and talk about 3 Big Foots spotted in Hickory, Hurricane Dorian, & Myrtle Beach. Plus Jon reads a YouTube comment from a distant cousin, reads from his high school journal, does a Good Will Hunting segment & announces the winners from the most recent "Meme Me" contest. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of the Fried Pod Jon gets together with comedians Dennis Bellamy & Frankie Rich at the Carolina Comedy Club in Myrtle Beach, SC. They talk about how the club just got a huge make over, there beginnings in stand up comedy, the oldest memory in your brain, the Philippines, the Military, Brotherly love, Wolf of Wall Street, Helicopter rides, and so much more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of the Fried Pod, Jon is in Los Angeles and he gets together with comedian / actor, Josh Nasar. They sit down in Josh’s Air BnB and record a Smash Cast. So it’s half "Fried Pod", half "Getting Ready" with Josh Nasar. Enjoy. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of the Fried Pod: Jon, Alan, and Marc discuss the unfortunate but inevitable event of pooping one’s pants. Then, what to do when you get caught in a rain storm while canoeing, Corn Hole Tournaments, Rude Blood mobiles, and we introduce a NEW segment called "Good Will Hunting”. All that plus we read your emails, comments, and crown new winners of the "Meme Me / Caption This" contest. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of the Fried Pod Jon and Shawn talk about there recent trip tubin’ down the river, who’s better at throwing axes, The Grundy County Auction Incident, Peeing on Potatoes & of course we reveal the winners of the "Meme Me / Caption This" contest. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of the Fried Pod Jon & Alan get together with comedian John Wesley Austin. They talk about the first jokes they told on stage and try to figure out who is Steven Eddie? What NOT to do on a cruise ship, will Hickory be the new Branson, Did Jon miss his calling as an Astronomer, is “Allthow" a word, and who did Patty LaBelle buy a Bonneville for? And of course Jon reads your emails and reveals the winners of the "Meme Me" contest. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of the Fried Pod, Jon reveals the winners of the latest "Meme Me" contest, shows us his latest pool scene reenactment, reads another journal entry from his high school journal back in 1989, and Shawn Setzer tells us how he got the nickname Sebastian. This one is jam packed full of surprises that will have your eyes watering. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's a star studded episode of the Fried Pod today. We got Captain Cape AND Marcus Christian. As always we read your emails & youtube comments, we reveal the new winners of the "Meme Me" contest, read a finished poem from a fan. Then we talk about how Denzel Washington stole a movie idea from Shawn, Duffy Moon, Marc's rental car, popsicle update, & the Bagel Boss. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of the Fried Pod Jon gets together with Shawn Setzer aka Captain Cape and they reveal the winners of the "Meme Me" / "Caption This” contest. They read your Youtube comments and emails, read two more Journal entries from Jon’s High School journal, and we learn how Popsicle can sleep with his eyes open and why Jon is so tan. Then they talk about bad southern accents in Forrest Gump, and the return of the night club Yesterdays. It’s a pure gold, jammed packed, podcast. Pass it on. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode Jon gets together with Marc Hunt, aka Marcus Stamos, aka the owner / operator of Marcus Christian Beauty Shop. They reveal the winners of the "caption this" contest on Facebook & Instagram, they read your email & youtube comments, read 2 more poems from Jon's Journal, & talk about the making of the "Fast Times in Hickory" video. Like the Grande Finale of a Fireworks spectacular, You'll be saying, Ohhh... Ahhh... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of the Fried Pod, Jon gets together with Alan & Moose and they read to poems from Jon’s Journal. Then talk little league baseball, minor league baseball, the new Nashville Squares on CMT, and giant sunflower seeds. Chew on this one, and spit out the bad stuff. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, it’s another segment of Jon’s Journal. Where Jon reads two poems from his high school journal back in 1989. One is about a fight that took place in the hallway, and the other is about wiffle ball. Then Jon shares an interview, from when he was a guest on the podcast "Play with Pain” by Chet Waterhouse. It’s an athletic action packed podcast. Listen to this one loud enough and you might get cauliflower ear. Pass it on. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of the Fried Pod, Jon shows off his new digs at the Jackson Creative Studios. Because now the Fried Pod is also a VIDEO PODCAST on YouTube. He explains the reason for the new intro song, then talks to old pal Marc Hunt. They talk about Kool Park water park, and read to poems from Jon’s Journal from High School, and relive their favorite memories from when school was canceled because of snow. Ever make a snow toilet, and use it? How about a snow penis? It’s a new classic. Check it out and check out the new youtube version as well. https://youtu.be/JbbAmVVMVh8 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This is a Jon Solo episode, no interview. It’s just Jon and you, and some people he talks to on Facebook. But first he does a Jon’s Journal segment and reads 2 poems from his high school journal, then talks about how much chicken he gave away when he worked at Chic-Fil-A, doing a gig at the DC Comedy Loft, and the time his dad recorded his phone calls. Check it out and please share. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of the Fried Pod, Jon heads over to the home of the owner of Side Splitters Comedy Club, Bobby Jewel for a little Memorial Day pool party & BBQ. They talk about the rise of side splitters along with another fellow comedian in attendance Franky Paul. Check it out, and pass it on. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode Jon tells us all about his trip to Maui and his nude beach experience, he reads from his journal from 1989, and visits Kyle Davis in his home in Los Angeles. It’s so Da Kine man. Rate, Review, Subscribe and Share. Mahalo See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode Jon gets together with comedian, actor, editor, producer, and writer for television and movies, Zane Lamprey. Zane is well known for hosting the TV shows Three Sheets and Drinking Made Easy. He keeps his hands full as Co-founder of Monkey Rum and founder of the ADV3NTURE Gear Brand. His third traveling/drinking show Chug airs on Netflix this May. Check it out and don’t forget to share. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode Jon talks to comedian Joe Deuce in the green room at the Improv in Kansas City. They talk about Joe starting comedy in Lexington, KY. Actor / rapper Ice - T, the best scene in the movie "Total Recall” & Joe’s love for country musician Tracy Byrd and the Watermelon Crawl. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What does a thyroid do? Find out in this episode of the Fried Pod. Jon gets together with Marcus Stamos aka John Stamos’s brother. They sit down at Jason Reep’s house and talk about people watching at "The Spot" in Hickory, the correct way guess a woman’s age, Marc's nipples hurting while going through puberty, how to hide a boner, and then they relive their fondest Easter memories. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode Jon talks to his pal Shawn Setzer at the Hooters in Hickory. They talk about the Stardome Comedy Club in Birmingham, Ginger Pain photo shoots, the Hickory Live TV show, Joe Rogan’s Podcast, Jon’s top 5 Gingers of all time & diet, caffeine free Sun Drop. Take a listen, this one’s a hoot. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode Jon talks to us while driving to Birmingham, AL. He gives a detailed update on is dad, aka Popsicle. His Comedy Album Ginger Pain, the TV pilot Hickory Live plus tons more. It’s the podcast version of interstate love song. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode Jon talks about friend / comedian Craig Gass who stopped by the Parlor Live to do a guest spot and a wierd fan of his who showed up alone and what he did to get kicked out. Then Jon gives us a popsicle update, reads your iTunes reviews of his comedy album Ginger Pain, talks about Belk the department store, and reads from his journal from 1989. It’s adorable. Please rate, review, subscribe and share. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode Jon talks about taking a cruise ship to the Bahamas and he wants YOU to come with him. March 6 - 9, 2020. He’ll be doing a stand-up comedy show, a live podcast, & hosting a night of karaoke. Plus all the meeting and greeting you can handle. The ship leaves March the 6th from Port Canaveral. It’s a 3-night cruise visiting Port Canaveral, Nassau, CocoCay. If your interested hurry up and book your cabin now before they are all gone. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode Jon gets together with his mom (Betty Reep) and they talk about Jon’s new hair do, his upcoming birthday, the comedy album Ginger Pain, and we learn the name of Dad’s new nurse (Sparkles Strong-Falls) not a joke. This one will charm your britches off. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode Jon gets together with friend / comedian Brent Blakeney in Atlanta as they record a smash cast of the "Fried Pod" & "Back in my day." They talk about the night club Johnny’s Hide Away, racist movies from the 80’s & 90’s, the Atlanta strip club the Clermont Lounge, plus the time Jon got kicked out of a strip club. This is a hot one. Do us a favor and make it rain by leaving us a comment. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode Jon gets together with Alan Jackson to talk about the Hickory Live TV show taping, Jon’s new Comedy Album, “Ginger Pain” & doing stand up comedy in Atlanta. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode Jon and Marc meet long time friend & professional PBA bowler Toby Dietz at the club house on his new Disk Golf Course.Jon relives memories from when he use to work their when it was a regular golf course. Toby reveals how the sport has blown up and that the current champion "Grady Shue" is from Hickory.Marc reveals he had two camaro’s growing up. Toby talks about his professional PBA bowling career and current PBA all star from Hickory “Kyle Troup". Then it’s wild black bear attacks in liquor stores, Jon’s dog sissy and how she would shine your shoe, pranking Toby in the middle of the night. And all the famous athletes from Hickory, (Baseball) Madison Bumgarner, (NASCAR) Dale Jarrett, (Baseball) The Harvey Boys, (NFL) Austin Johnson, (Golf) JT Poston, (Basketball) Chris Washburn, (Horseshoes) Mark Dyson, (Speed Whistling) champion Phyliss Heil.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode Jon and Marc get together again. Marc shows up with a purple thumb nail and talks about how he let out the blood. Then Marc talks about going to Skateland USA with his daughter. Jon talks about seeing the movie Aquaman. Then they talk more about the TV show "Hickory Live” plus a story about a jogger who was attacked by a mountain and killed it. Wanna donate to the Hickory Live kickstater page? Feel free to check out the details at http://hickorylive.thejacksoncreative.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode Jon and Marc get together about their weekends. Marc talks about going to Cherokee, NC and seeing Jamey Johnson perform for 45 minutes. Jon talks about his night out in Hickory doing karaoke with friends at Neon Waves. Then Jon gives us a dad aka popsicle update and fills us in on his new TV Show, "Hickory Live”. Feel free to check out the details at http://hickorylive.thejacksoncreative.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.