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You Just Have To Laugh

YOU JUST HAVE TO LAUGH (YJHTL) David Naster learned and survived how to make a living as a professional comedian. Then the comedian learned how Humor and Laugher helps us to survive. For over 44 years Naster has interviewed hundreds of real people that are really funny in situations that are NOT funny. The YJHTL's podcast intentions are to entertain and inspire how humor can help you through any Tough Time you may endure. Each week we will offer real people who are really funny that have found joy and laughed through their real problems.

531. Movie maker Ty Jones, is a victor not a victim after getting kicked out of the Jehovah Witness church because of a critic's malicious review, that was not accurate.

35 mins; February 17, 2024

530. Just be Thankful for what you got - The gratitude ride with your charming host.

8 mins; February 12, 2024

529. Sports journalist, writer and broadcaster Bob Gretz shares his keen insight into the maturation of Patrick Mahomes and NFL head coaches. His Grandpa advice is also stellar!

31 mins; February 09, 2024

528. Former Kansas City Chief and now, 'color analyst' for the Chief's radio network, Danan Hughes – brings his insight and experience as he prepares for Super Bowl LVIII.

37 mins; February 05, 2024

527. Rick Overton is funny, extremely witty, and a fascinating 'cat' to listen to. You've seen him in numerous movies and TV shows and now you get his insight to being a successful comedian and actor.

38 mins; February 03, 2024

526. Come inside the K.C. Chiefs locker room, season and and Coach Reid's office with Hall-of-Fame Broadcaster Dan Israel. Guaranteed stories you've never heard before.

59 mins; January 31, 2024

525. Dr. Sandra Kaufman tells us how to slow down the aging process. YES - it's possible.

46 mins; January 29, 2024

524. Fail better next Time with entrepreneur Vincent Rodriquez. If you love chocolate and coffee you will love this delicious podcast.

37 mins; January 27, 2024

523. What's it like working for Starbucks at the corporate, management level? Vincent Rodriquez tells us.

39 mins; January 23, 2024

522. Interested in traveling around Southeast Asia? Douglas Broderick has been on diplomatic missions to every country there and gives us fascinating facts about the people and the places.

52 mins; January 19, 2024

521. A Vietnamese refugee, (who went on to be U.S. Marine) meets a Vietnam Vet who both helped heal their past traumas.

50 mins; January 15, 2024

520. Why doing stand-up comedy for an awards show is so hard, especially if the audience doesn't know you.

16 mins; January 14, 2024

519. The Faith, Family and Friends of Italian heritage with Jerry Viviano.

40 mins; January 11, 2024

518. Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Radio Personality, Max 'Bidet' Floyd, is unplugged and funnier than ever.

44 mins; January 08, 2024

517. The struggles of homelessness, alcoholism, drug addiction and incarceration are the connections "Uncle Stephen" makes with men and woman all over the world, to help them get and stay on the right path.

70 hours 31 mins; January 05, 2024

516. Commit to the deeds of accomplishing your New Years Resolutions with your slender host, David Naster.

9 mins; January 02, 2024

515. Comedian and impressionist Jeff Burghart gets you laughing into the next year.

25 mins; December 30, 2023

514. We have no more privacy. Anthony Burnside explains why and how to stay secure – personally, phone and computer.

38 mins; December 27, 2023

513. JOY TO THE WORLD. The perfect two gents to share their most memorable holiday memories on this Christmas Eve.

8 mins; December 24, 2023

512. A funny and heartwarming holiday story from actor, comedian, Mike Grief.

9 mins; December 21, 2023

511. Chuck Klingsick and Doc Golden share the importance and healing of serving others.

28 mins; December 19, 2023

510. Funnyman and Magician John Ferrentino has three hysterical holiday stories you will love.

14 mins; December 18, 2023

509. Comedian and former professional boxer John Pinney shares a very funny holiday story.

7 mins; December 16, 2023

508. From drummer to conductor to radio personality – Andrew Yates may be the best storyteller you have ever heard.

40 mins; December 14, 2023

507. Another funny holiday story from LeeAnn Raffensperger, the woman with the greatest laugh.

10 mins; December 11, 2023

506. "I consider myself a blue-collar guy. I never allowed people to out-work me." Danan Hughes is a former MLB player , NFL player and broadcaster for the KC Chiefs Radio network.

36 mins; December 10, 2023

505. "We're Jewish not Christmas" from a three-year-old to a Merry Christmas well-wisher.

3 mins; December 09, 2023

504. The meaning of the Holidays with Reverend Bob Hill and Rabbi Michael Zedek.

32 mins; December 08, 2023

503. Jeanie Bahr starts off our great holiday memory podcasts with love and family.

8 mins; December 06, 2023

502. World Series Baseball Player Greg Pryor shares great stories out of his book that you have got to read.

26 mins; December 04, 2023

501. Terry Franz, alias the 'Car Santa,' shares wonderful stories how his Cars for Heroes helps those in need get transportation to survive.

23 mins; December 02, 2023

500. Care Tuk shares not only her final days with us, but her arduous life. She is RAW - REAL and Willing to still be alive despite the odds. Her wisdom, humor and godliness are what makes her so incredibly authentic.

28 mins; November 29, 2023

499. From the JFK assignation to how we have no privacy, Private Investigator Anthony Burnside shares his expertise, especially in how our cell phone can be tracked and hacked without us ever knowing.

59 mins; November 23, 2023

498. If you love coffee – you'll love Bo Nelson's love, passion and expertise with the tasty bean.

59 mins; November 21, 2023

497. It's called show business and Dustin Kaufman explains how to survive in the world of stand-up comedy focusing on the business.

41 mins; November 16, 2023

496. The creator of Peluva Shoes and Primal Kitchen, Mark Sisson is, 70-years-old. He looks amazing and in great health. He stays there by exercise, nutrition and his prime motivators – Pleasure and Happiness.

33 mins; November 09, 2023

495. Sam Gray is a 20-year-old entrepreneur and it started when he was 15.

9 mins; November 04, 2023

494. "Let the blues do the healing," with Mike Onesko, singer, guitarist, for the Blindside Blues Band.

23 mins; October 30, 2023

493. Corky Frady explains how miracles can happen when the people behind the scenes help make it happen. That's the heart of Let's Sack Cancer.

15 mins; October 26, 2023

492. Frank R.Hayde explains how the Kansas City Mafia was a major player and connected with the biggest crime families in America.

43 mins; October 21, 2023

491. Get your MIND right and Michelle Pryor shows us how, after two serious head injuries.

20 mins; October 18, 2023

490. Will C's life has been a wreck and he keeps laughing at it. Which is why he is a very successful comedian.

46 mins; October 16, 2023

489. You don't just have to laugh, but I choose to. And here's why...

10 mins; October 14, 2023

488. Eric Genuis takes his music to the darkest places healing forgotten souls with hope.

39 mins; October 13, 2023

487. "Get you Petty on" with Doc Wiley and The Waiting – celebrating the music of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers.

31 mins; October 10, 2023

486. YJHTL pays tribute to Dick Butkus. Three true stories about Dick that will make you laugh.

10 mins; October 07, 2023

485. The 4 reasons for Autumn planting being the best time to plant trees and shrubs. Jonah from Family Tree Nursery joins us for this informative podcast.

25 mins; October 06, 2023

484. You Just Have To Laugh - with and at your family. And Rich Linden has another great father-in-law story.

17 mins; October 02, 2023

483. Taking Miracles Seriously - a journey to everyday spirituality.

37 mins; September 29, 2023

482. "Life should be fair" is a joke. Expectations are premeditated resentments leading to victimhood and disappointment. And yours truly, David Naster, proves it.

6 mins; September 27, 2023

481. Let's have fun, sing and dance like the 90's with Gary Hochstetter from Fool House

22 mins; September 26, 2023

480. Rich Linden shares how he rescued his 78-year-old father-in-law from a Mexican jail – while dealing with the Cartel. True story!

44 mins; September 25, 2023

479. Want to get your ideas to Broadway, London or the movies? Critically acclaimed playwright, Lindsey Ferrentino, explains how she does it.

48 mins; September 23, 2023

478. From the 'penthouse to the outhouse' with Ed Hearn. He was the back-up catcher for the 1986 World Series New York Mets. Now, after four kidney transplants, Ed shares the meaning of perspective.

44 mins; September 20, 2023

477. "How NOT to become a spy." Justin Lifflinder explains as an American who lives in Russia with dual citizenship.

33 mins; September 17, 2023

476. Glorious Highlights from the Patch Adams Clown Mission in Costa Rica.

39 mins; September 14, 2023

475. Chaplain Skip Straus (left) was on the pile in NYC for the first responders on 9/11. He takes us there..

37 mins; September 11, 2023

474. You are already successful and probably don't know it, with funny man, Miguel Washington

31 mins; September 11, 2023

473. From Coast Guard to First Responder to Clown, Rob Kearney brings joy to everyone he meets.

35 mins; September 07, 2023

472. Heading off to Costa Rica with Patch Adams on a Clown Mission to bring joy and care with the fun of being playful.

12 mins; September 04, 2023

471. Groovin' with Felix Cavaliere of the legendary Young Rascals. Great stories about his Great Music. And top of it all, a GREAT GUY.

30 mins; September 02, 2023

471. Bonnie Johnson, the Garden Empress, shares her life changing story how surrendering to her fears led to discovering her wonderful, authentic self.

34 mins; August 30, 2023

470. "Fah-get about it," with Jimmy Labriola who coined that phrase on the hit TV show, Home Improvement. Jimmy is the combination of a New York edge with perfect comedic timing.

50 mins; August 29, 2023

469. Everything you want to know about Tequila including the best for sipping and THE best margarita recipes.

38 mins; August 28, 2023

468. You have seen Blake Clark in many Adam Sandler movies and TV shows. He was also the voice of Slinky Dog in Toy Story. Now you get to hear how funny he is as a comic and proud Vietnam Vet.

67 hours 12 mins; August 25, 2023

467. "I am a Doctor, but all else I consider myself an activist for peace, justice and care for all people." Patch Adams joins us to talk about our upcoming clown mission to Costa Rica.

7 mins; August 23, 2023

466. Don't let the tats scare you - Mike Grief is a pussycat. You've seen him in so many TV shows and movies. Now you get to know the heart and funny side of him AND the really cool people he has worked with.

46 mins; August 21, 2023

465. Ever wonder why dogs sniff other dogs rear ends? Chuck and Cat Klingsick share the how's and why's of owning a dog, training your dog and the value of service dogs. If you love dogs you will love this podcast.

45 mins; August 18, 2023

464. Craig Mitchell is a very funny man as well as a comic, actor, podcaster and has his own cookie show that is hysterical and healthy. Oh by the way, he's out, he's free and funnier than ever.

44 mins; August 14, 2023

463. Durk Pearson is an expert in anti-aging research and brain biochemistry. He shares what you can do to get and stay healthy and slow-down your aging process. This is his first public interview in over 20 years.

58 mins; August 11, 2023

462. Kelley Lynn joins us again proving there is "Laugh after Death." How to find the humor and joy through grief is not only possible, it brings light and life back into a griever's heart and soul.

52 mins; August 07, 2023

461. You may know Mark Farner (Grand Funk Railroad) as the 'Captain' - I know him as "Brother Mark,' a really cool guy who grows garlic and loves to talk about it.

47 mins; August 04, 2023

460. "I was a Desperado out riding fences in love with a monster called more." That's how Bryan Kelley describes what got him a life sentence in prison. Today he is free and healing the world.

69 hours 36 mins; August 01, 2023

459. Dr. Lynn Mickleson shares more great stories and quotes from his Good News Files Book that brings happiness in some not-so-happy times.

28 mins; July 30, 2023

458. David Westbrook explains how the phrase, 'He's a Genius' takes away the work and time it takes to accomplish a difficult task -in David's case, being blind.

26 mins; July 28, 2023

457. Emma Alber is a wise and compelling 18 year-old who gives us a refreshing insight into her spiritual journey.

33 mins; July 25, 2023

456. Newsmax Television and Nationally Syndicated radio personality Rob Carson reveals why 'You Just Have to Laugh" in today's political temperament of America.

58 mins; July 23, 2023

455. From an outlaw motorcycle life through associations with numerous gangs and being a drug addict, Alex walked away from all of that to today, living a grateful and blessed life.

111 hours 45 mins; July 21, 2023

454. GREAT NEWS! Tammy got her Lung Transplant and Gene McGuire gives us the update.

52 mins; July 16, 2023

453. Some of the greatest and inspirations quotes you will hear from Reverend Bob Hill and Rabbi Michael Zedek and yours truly. This is one you'll want to start everyday with.

51 mins; July 14, 2023

452. You Just Have to keep your plants 'cool' when it get so 'hot' - with Jonah from Family Tree Nursery

30 mins; July 09, 2023

451. Dr. Shiva Ayyadurai, MIT PhD. is running for President of the United States to bring together people to innovate real solutions.

77 hours 56 mins; July 04, 2023

"The Brutally Awful, Hilarious Truth About Life, Love, Grief, and Loss," with Kelley Lynn and she knows what she is talking about.

59 mins; July 01, 2023

449. Taking you behind the scenes of the 'ooos' and 'ahhs' of fireworks with the Wald Fireworks Company that has been servicing America since 1924.

20 mins; June 29, 2023

448. You Just Have to Garden with the Garden Empress herself, Bonnie Johnson, who joyfully explains how worm poop, compost and weed understanding will all lead to your spectacular garden.

36 mins; June 29, 2023

447. Want to be a professional singer? Mark Preston shares how he has been doing it for over 55 years and still going strong.

55 mins; June 27, 2023

446. Jennifer and Tom return to share with parents the warning signs they need to be aware if their kids are being abused.

26 mins; June 25, 2023

445. Getting through physical and sexual abuse as children then standing up for yourself and winning with Jennifer and Tom.

63 hours 0 mins; June 25, 2023

A show with over 250 punchlines, Scott Wyler is masterful at writing jokes and making audiences laugh all over the world – providing they speak English.

38 mins; June 22, 2023

443. Professional Race Car Driver and Golfer Danny Edwards is "Driven" to be the best he can be and that, he continues to accomplish.

84 hours 16 mins; June 18, 2023

Guns N Hoses - Cops and Firefighters box to raise money for dependent families of first responders who are killed or suffer catastrophic injury in the line of duty.

20 mins; June 15, 2023

"I think my blindness has taught me and given me far more than it's taken from me." David Westbrook shares his illuminating insight and illustrious vision.

58 mins; June 13, 2023

Humorous antidotes and thoughts from newly arrived 70 year old - as in me!

22 mins; June 11, 2023

At 88 years-young, this "Old Dame" as Jane A. Johnston laughs about herself, shares her extraordinary life as an actress & singer and love for doing both her entire adult life.

66 hours 59 mins; June 09, 2023

Remove anxiety, worry, doubt and fear with your best SCORE from Jim Fannin.

42 mins; June 07, 2023

437. Comedian Fred Klett is not a serial killer, but looks like one and that gets his audience laughing and loving him.

71 hours 0 mins; June 03, 2023

436. Going 'down under' with the lively and very funny Australian Ben Kitchen who lives in Argentina.

29 mins; June 01, 2023

Putting worry in it's proper place as Duke Tufty shares The "Checkerboard Parable."

6 mins; May 30, 2023

434. Three Red Flags within the last 16 laps. The Indy 500 Highlights with Dave "The King"Wilson

44 mins; May 29, 2023

433. Unity Minister Duke Tufty illuminates our conscious on the absurdity of original sin the religious dogma of fear and how spirituality is quickly replacing organized religion.

55 mins; May 27, 2023

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