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Welcome to “Childlike at Best with Mike Valdes,” where stand-up comedian Mike Valdes, brightens your day with a dive into a bowl of childhood memories! This feel-good, nostalgic, and funny podcast features Mike and his guests from the entertainment world chatting about pop culture, sharing fond memories, and discussing the mortifying mistakes that made them who they are today.🥣🎉🌈

Childlike At Best with Mike Valdes Mike Valdes | Big Comedy Network

    • Comedy
    • 5.0 • 22 Ratings

Welcome to “Childlike at Best with Mike Valdes,” where stand-up comedian Mike Valdes, brightens your day with a dive into a bowl of childhood memories! This feel-good, nostalgic, and funny podcast features Mike and his guests from the entertainment world chatting about pop culture, sharing fond memories, and discussing the mortifying mistakes that made them who they are today.🥣🎉🌈

    Adult Cosplay w/ April Gloria 🎭👗

    Adult Cosplay w/ April Gloria 🎭👗

    Join Mike Valdes as he welcomes cosplayer and streamer April Gloria to Childlike At Best, the podcast that celebrates the wonder and joy of childhood. April talks about growing up as a Christian kid in New Jersey, how gaming inspired her to pursue cosplay, and how she became an internet sensation for her uncanny resemblance to Taylor Swift. They also taste-test Kellogg’s “It’s a Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown!” cereal and geek out over Taylor’s latest releases. All you Swifties out there, this episode’s for you! 💜🎧Are you a fan of Taylor Swift or cosplay? Let us know in the comments below and join the conversation. Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share this podcast with your friends. Thanks for listening and stay childlike at best. 😊👍🏼KEEP UP WITH GLORIACheck out her awesome cosplays here! https://linktr.ee/aprilgloriaInstagram https://www.instagram.com/_aprilgloriaTikTok https://tiktok.com/@_aprilgloriaX (Twitter) https://twitter.com/_aprilgloriaCEREAL REVIEW: Kellogg's - It's A Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown! cereal🧸 FOLLOW MIKE 🧸🌐Website: http://thekidfromup.com 📸IG: @mikevaldes @childlikeatbest👕Merch: http://childlikewonder.co🎭 PRESENTED BY BIG COMEDY NETWORK 🎭🌐 Website | https://www.bigcomedynetwork.com/📸 Socials | @ilovebigcomedy📺 TEAM 🍪🥣🎤 Creator & Host: Mike Valdes🌟 Presented By: Big Comedy Network🎶 Music: Mike Valdes & The Noise🎨 Cover Art: Josh Sude; Additional Graphics by April Richelle and Tatiana Garcia S🙌 Special Thanks: Ewan Gotfryd AFFILIATE LINK DISCLOSUREPlease note, some of the links in the podcast description are affiliate links. This means that if you click on one of the product links and make a purchase, we may receive a small commission. This helps support our content creation and doesn't result in any additional cost to you.DISCLAIMERIn our content, including but not limited to podcasts and streaming series, we may discuss, mention, or review products, services, or companies. This does not imply any form of endorsement or affiliation. We may receive remuneration for mentions or through affiliate links in descriptions, which will be explicitly disclosed. Parts of our content are satirical, intended for entertainment and do not represent our or any discussed entities' views. All product names, logos, and brands are property of their respective owners. Use of these names doesn't imply endorsement. The respective trademark owners are not affiliated with, nor do they sponsor or endorse, our content.INTELLECTUAL PROPERTYWe aim to respect all intellectual property rights. If we've inadvertently used any materials inappropriately, please contact us so we can promptly address the matter.

    • 1 hr 29 min
    God Tier Stupidity w/ Spencer Bland

    God Tier Stupidity w/ Spencer Bland

    Join us for a heartwarming chat on this episode of "Childlike at Best with Mike Valdes". Comedian Spencer Bland joins Mike to discuss his South Carolina Christian roots, his NYC comedy comeback, and an unexpected Tony the Tiger encounter. And don't miss their cereal deep dive into Kellogg's Zucaritas cereal. Join in for laughs, nostalgia, and a sprinkle of childlike joy! 🥣😂

    🎉 Let's make some noise and pour a bowl of laughter together! 🥣🤣 Drop your thoughts, spicy takes, and your own tales of childhood antics in the comments section below!

    KEEP UP WITH SPENCER

    Website http://godsfavoritecomedian.com

    Check out his comedy album!

    https://orcd.co/dinnerat4pm

    Instagram http://instagram.com/spencerpicy

    TikTok https://tiktok.com/@spencerspicyy



    CEREAL REVIEW: Kellogg's Zurcaritas cereal



    🧸 FOLLOW MIKE 🧸

    🌐Website: http://thekidfromup.com

    📸IG: @mikevaldes @childlikeatbest

    👕Merch: http://childlikewonder.co



    🎭 PRESENTED BY BIG COMEDY NETWORK 🎭

    🌐 Website | https://www.bigcomedynetwork.com/

    📸 Socials | @ilovebigcomedy



    📺 TEAM 🍪🥣

    🎤 Creator & Host: Mike Valdes

    🌟 Presented By: Big Comedy Network

    🎶 Music: Mike Valdes & The Noise

    🎨 Cover Art: Josh Sude; Additional Graphics by April Richelle and Tatiana Garcia S

    🙌 Special Thanks: Ewan Gotfryd



    AFFILIATE LINK DISCLOSURE

    Please note, some of the links in the podcast description are affiliate links. This means that if you click on one of the product links and make a purchase, we may receive a small commission. This helps support our content creation and doesn't result in any additional cost to you.



    DISCLAIMER

    In our content, including but not limited to podcasts and streaming series, we may discuss, mention, or review products, services, or companies. This does not imply any form of endorsement or affiliation. We may receive remuneration for mentions or through affiliate links in descriptions, which will be explicitly disclosed. Parts of our content are satirical, intended for entertainment and do not represent our or any discussed entities' views. All product names, logos, and brands are property of their respective owners. Use of these names doesn't imply endorsement. The respective trademark owners are not affiliated with, nor do they sponsor or endorse, our content.



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    We aim to respect all intellectual property rights. If we've inadvertently used any materials inappropriately, please contact us so we can promptly address the matter."

    • 1 hr 23 min
    Baby Shark Tank w/ K.P. Anderson

    Baby Shark Tank w/ K.P. Anderson

    🎙️ Dive into a pool of childlike wonder as Mike Valdes invites the legendary K.P. Anderson to the latest episode of "Childlike at Best"! K.P. Anderson is a comedian, showrunner, and Emmy Award-winning producer/writer behind hit shows such as “The Soup" with Joel McHale and “Last Comic Standing.” Join us as we paddle through the nostalgic waters of growing up in Minnesota and discover how a debate class sparked K.P.'s journey to comedy stardom. From "The Wayne Brady Show" to "Norm MacDonald Has A Show," we'll explore the laughter-packed adventures along the way. But the real question is, can you pitch a cereal idea that's as catchy as Baby Shark? We're diving into "Baby Shark Tank" with K.P. Anderson, so get ready for a fintastic time! 🦈👶💰If you liked this episode, please like and subscribe, and don’t forget to leave your comments down below! 😄KEEP UP WITH K.P.Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ikpanderson/CEREAL REVIEW: Kellogg's Baby Shark cereal



    🧸 FOLLOW MIKE VALDES 🧸

    🌐Website: http://thekidfromup.com 

    📸Instagram: http://instagram.com/mikevaldes 

    👕Merch: http://childlikewonder.co



    🎭 PRESENTED BY BIG COMEDY NETWORK 🎭

    🌐 Website | https://www.bigcomedynetwork.com/

    📸 Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/ilovebigcomedy/

    👍 Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/ilovebigcomedy

    🐦 Twitter | https://twitter.com/ilovebigcomedy

    🎵 TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@ilovebigcomedy



    📺 CHILDLIKE AT BEST WITH MIKE VALDES PODCAST TEAM 🍪🥣

    🎤 Created and Hosted by Mike Valdes

    🌟 Presented by Big Comedy Network

    🎶 Music by Mike Valdes & The Noise

    🎨 Cover Art by Josh Sude; Additional Graphics by April Richelle and Tatiana Garcia S

    🙌 Special Thanks to Ewan Gotfryd 



    ✨ We're always up for a good time - come back and join us! ✨ 



    AFFILIATE LINK DISCLOSURE

    Please note, some of the links in the podcast description are affiliate links. This means that if you click on one of the product links and make a purchase, we may receive a small commission. This helps support our content creation and doesn't result in any additional cost to you.



    DISCLAIMER

    In our content, including but not limited to podcasts and streaming series, we may discuss, mention, or review products, services, or companies. This does not imply any form of endorsement or affiliation. We may receive remuneration for mentions or through affiliate links in descriptions, which will be explicitly disclosed.



    Parts of our content are satirical, intended for entertainment and do not represent our or any discussed entities' views.



    All product names, logos, and brands are property of their respective owners. Use of these names doesn't imply endorsement. The respective trademark owners are not affiliated with, nor do they sponsor or endorse, our content.



    We aim to respect all intellectual property rights. If we've inadvertently used any materials inappropriately, please contact us so we can promptly address the matter.

    • 1 hr 11 min
    "What If...?" w/ Gina Brillon

    "What If...?" w/ Gina Brillon

    On this episode of Childlike at Best, Mike Valdes is joined by comedian, actress, and cereal connoisseur Gina Brillon! Gina is a hilarious and insightful performer who has been featured on America's Got Talent, Kevin Can Wait, and Gabriel Iglesias' Fluffy Breaks Even. 🤩 She's also a huge fan of cinema and cereal, so Mike and Gina have a lot to talk about. In this episode, Gina discusses her love of movies, directors who know how to set a vibe🎬, and her becoming a reading prodigy at the age of 3 thanks to PBS! 🤯📚📺 But that's not all! We'll dive into the best childhood snacks, debate the ultimate movie theater treats🍿, and even review Pandora Flakes! 🥣 If you're a fan of comedy, movies, or cereal, then you won't want to miss this episode! Enjoyed the episode? The nostalgia doesn’t have to end! Don’t forget to subscribe, give us a thumbs up and leave us a comment for more awesome content! 😄KEEP UP WITH GINAComedy Special >> Gina Brillon: The Floor Is Lavahttps://www.comedydynamics.com/catalog/gina-brillon-the-floor-is-lava/The State of Woman Podcasthttps://www.thestateofwomenpod.com/TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@ginabrillonInstagram https://www.instagram.com/gbrillon/Linktree https://linktr.ee/gbrillonCEREAL REVIEW: Snoop Cereal - Fruity Hoopz with MarshmallowsSPONSORThe Crunch Cup | Cereal on the go!https://thecrunchcup.com/ Promo Code: MikeValdes10

    🧸 FOLLOW MIKE VALDES 🧸🌐Website: http://thekidfromup.com 📸Instagram: http://instagram.com/mikevaldes 👕Merch: http://childlikewonder.co🎭 PRESENTED BY BIG COMEDY NETWORK 🎭🌐 Website | https://www.bigcomedynetwork.com/📸 Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/ilovebigcomedy/👍 Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/ilovebigcomedy🐦 Twitter | https://twitter.com/ilovebigcomedy🎵 TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@ilovebigcomedy📺 CHILDLIKE AT BEST WITH MIKE VALDES PODCAST TEAM 🍪🥣🎤 Created and Hosted by Mike Valdes🌟 Presented by Big Comedy Network🎶 Music by Mike Valdes & The Noise🎨 Cover Art by Josh Sude; Additional Graphics by April Richelle and Tatiana Garcia S🙌 Special Thanks to Ewan Gotfryd ✨ We're always up for a good time - come back and join us! ✨ AFFILIATE LINK DISCLOSUREPlease note, some of the links in the podcast description are affiliate links. This means that if you click on one of the product links and make a purchase, we may receive a small commission. This helps support our content creation and doesn't result in any additional cost to you.DISCLAIMERIn our content, including but not limited to podcasts and streaming series, we may discuss, mention, or review products, services, or companies. This does not imply any form of endorsement or affiliation. We may receive remuneration for mentions or through affiliate links in descriptions, which will be explicitly disclosed.



    Parts of our content are satirical, intended for entertainment and do not represent our or any discussed entities' views.



    All product names, logos, and brands are property of their respective owners. Use of these names doesn't imply endorsement. The respective trademark owners are not affiliated with, nor do they sponsor or endorse, our content.



    We aim to respect all intellectual property rights. If we've inadvertently used any materials inappropriately, please contact us so we can promptly address the matter.

    • 1 hr 13 min
    Cosmic Brownies w/ Austin Kress aka Stoney McBlaze🌿

    Cosmic Brownies w/ Austin Kress aka Stoney McBlaze🌿

    🚀 Ready to space out and have a blast? On this week’s episode of “Childlike At Best with Mike Valdes,” Comedian Austin Kress, aka the legendary Stoney McBlaze, 🤣 stops by to turn it up with Mike. If you don’t know who Stoney McBlaze is, where have you been!? With over 2 million 🤯 followers on TikTok, Austin’s Stoney McBlaze character is best known for his commentary on ski/snowboarding clips – usually while toasted (in case the name didn’t give it away 🤣). Mike and Austin dive deep into the Stoney saga, including his wild broadcasting gig at the X Games 🏂, the origin story of Stoney himself, and a childhood that's nothing short of wild (it's not what you'd expect). Whether you're toking or not, grab your munchies because this episode is gonna be lit 🧨.Enjoyed the episode? The nostalgia doesn’t have to end! Don’t forget to subscribe, give us a thumbs up and leave us a comment for more awesome content! 😄KEEP UP WITH AUSTINCheck out his upcoming shows!Linktree https://linktr.ee/StoneymcblazeTikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@stoneymcblazeInstagram https://www.instagram.com/kress_austin/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/stoneymcblaze/?hl=enCameo https://www.cameo.com/stoneymcblazeCEREAL REVIEW: Kellogg's - Little Debbie's: Cosmic Brownies cerealSPONSORThe Crunch Cup | Cereal on the go!https://thecrunchcup.com/ Promo Code: MikeValdes10

    🧸 FOLLOW MIKE VALDES 🧸🌐Website: http://thekidfromup.com 📸Instagram: http://instagram.com/mikevaldes 👕Merch: http://childlikewonder.co🎭 PRESENTED BY BIG COMEDY NETWORK 🎭🌐 Website | https://www.bigcomedynetwork.com/📸 Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/ilovebigcomedy/👍 Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/ilovebigcomedy🐦 Twitter | https://twitter.com/ilovebigcomedy🎵 TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@ilovebigcomedy📺 CHILDLIKE AT BEST WITH MIKE VALDES PODCAST TEAM 🍪🥣🎤 Created and Hosted by Mike Valdes🌟 Presented by Big Comedy Network🎶 Music by Mike Valdes & The Noise🎨 Cover Art by Josh Sude; Additional Graphics by April Richelle and Tatiana Garcia S🙌 Special Thanks to Ewan Gotfryd ✨ We're always up for a good time - come back and join us! ✨ AFFILIATE LINK DISCLOSUREPlease note, some of the links in the podcast description are affiliate links. This means that if you click on one of the product links and make a purchase, we may receive a small commission. This helps support our content creation and doesn't result in any additional cost to you.DISCLAIMERIn our content, including but not limited to podcasts and streaming series, we may discuss, mention, or review products, services, or companies. This does not imply any form of endorsement or affiliation. We may receive remuneration for mentions or through affiliate links in descriptions, which will be explicitly disclosed.



    Parts of our content are satirical, intended for entertainment and do not represent our or any discussed entities' views.



    All product names, logos, and brands are property of their respective owners. Use of these names doesn't imply endorsement. The respective trademark owners are not affiliated with, nor do they sponsor or endorse, our content.



    We aim to respect all intellectual property rights. If we've inadvertently used any materials inappropriately, please contact us so we can promptly address the matter.

    • 56 min
    Making Soap w/ Casey Greseth 🧼🙌

    Making Soap w/ Casey Greseth 🧼🙌

    Prepare for divine intervention...and cereal! In this chuckle-inducing episode of "Childlike at Best with Mike Valdes," Mike sits down with Casey Greseth of the Growing Up Christian podcast. They dive into the evangelical rabbit hole, dish out fun conspiracy theories, and serve up a side of awkwardness that'll have you thanking the heavens for puberty. 🙌  Mike also shares one of the most facepalm-worthy stories of his life. Grab your Bibles and your cereal spoons, folks! This is one confessional you don't want to miss. 🥄Ready to confess your own cringy church camp stories or cereal loves? Hit that comment section like you're smashing the tambourine at youth group! And hey, if you're feeling blessed by this episode, give us a heavenly 'Amen' by sharing it with your congregation of friends! 🙏😂KEEP UP WITH CASEYGrowing up Christian Podcasthttps://growingupchristian.podbean.com/Instagram @growingupchristianpodcast / @caseyofkansasTikTok @growingupchristianTwitter (X) @gucpodcastCEREAL REVIEW: Kellogg's - Wendy's Frosty cerealSPONSORThe Crunch Cup | Cereal on the go!https://thecrunchcup.com/ Promo Code: MikeValdes10

    🧸 FOLLOW MIKE VALDES 🧸🌐Website: http://thekidfromup.com 📸Instagram: http://instagram.com/mikevaldes 👕Merch: http://childlikewonder.co🎭 PRESENTED BY BIG COMEDY NETWORK 🎭🌐 Website | https://www.bigcomedynetwork.com/📸 Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/ilovebigcomedy/👍 Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/ilovebigcomedy🐦 Twitter | https://twitter.com/ilovebigcomedy🎵 TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@ilovebigcomedy📺 CHILDLIKE AT BEST WITH MIKE VALDES PODCAST TEAM 🍪🥣🎤 Created and Hosted by Mike Valdes🌟 Presented by Big Comedy Network🎶 Music by Mike Valdes & The Noise🎨 Cover Art by Josh Sude; Additional Graphics by April Richelle and Tatiana Garcia S🙌 Special Thanks to Ewan Gotfryd ✨ We're always up for a good time - come back and join us! ✨ AFFILIATE LINK DISCLOSUREPlease note, some of the links in the podcast description are affiliate links. This means that if you click on one of the product links and make a purchase, we may receive a small commission. This helps support our content creation and doesn't result in any additional cost to you.DISCLAIMERIn our content, including but not limited to podcasts and streaming series, we may discuss, mention, or review products, services, or companies. This does not imply any form of endorsement or affiliation. We may receive remuneration for mentions or through affiliate links in descriptions, which will be explicitly disclosed.



    Parts of our content are satirical, intended for entertainment and do not represent our or any discussed entities' views.



    All product names, logos, and brands are property of their respective owners. Use of these names doesn't imply endorsement. The respective trademark owners are not affiliated with, nor do they sponsor or endorse, our content.



    We aim to respect all intellectual property rights. If we've inadvertently used any materials inappropriately, please contact us so we can promptly address the matter.

    • 1 hr 19 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
22 Ratings

22 Ratings

CaseyofKS ,

Like getting a Push Pop at a little league game

This show is so much fun! Mike is a great host, and he’s the “encyclopedia nostalgica” of 90’s magic. Good guests, out of the box questions and bits, an endless collection of breakfast cereal… I can’t recommend Childlike At Best enough!

mikevaldesmusic ,

A Cerealously Great Time

Love this show! It’s such a fun concept & I love getting to hear the different guests Mike has on talking about their nostalgia. Highly recommend!

Stefalufagus ,

Great host, incredible guests

Tasty cereal. At least that’s what I imagine. Mike plz share. Splendid pod that makes me wet from all the splashes of nostalgia. Keep it up!

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