Puddy’s Podcast

  1. 2d ago

    Episode 50:The Big Five Oh-No!

    It’s Episode 50 of Puddy’s Podcast, and this milestone episode brings plenty of drama! My car is officially beyond saving, leaving me facing the challenge of finding a replacement. I also have an update on my brother’s recovery, a nurse who may or may not have been flirting with me, and a friend who asked a question that really hit home: after taking care of everyone else, who’s taking care of me? Plus, I discuss the Caleb Flynn case, Bill Maher’s controversial rant on fraternities, a baby otter saved by CPR, and my latest TV and movie adventures. Fifty episodes down, and the adventures are far from over!

  2. Oct 5

    Episode 49: I’m Still Doing This?

    One year. Twelve months. 52 weeks of Puddy’s Podcast! This week, I celebrate the one-year anniversary by looking back at how and where I started, everything that’s happened along the way, and why I stuck with it. I also get a little personal about missing being part of something bigger than myself after years of being part of a relationship, a team, and a locker room. Plus, old deleted pictures of my ex reappear, there’s a cat update, insurance companies frustrate me, the Lindsay Clancy and Cornell 7 cases make headlines, and we talk about a botched execution. Add in the MTV VMAs reminding me I’m getting old, masked magic secrets being revealed, and some sad goodbyes, and we’ve got a packed anniversary episode. One year down… here’s to many more!

  3. Sep 27

    Episode 48: Paws for Concern

    This week on Puddy’s Podcast, it’s been a stressful few weeks, so I finally took a break and watched Coyote vs. Acme—and absolutely loved it! Meanwhile, I’ve been very worried about my brother’s cat while he’s been in the hospital and rehab, took a trip to Brooklyn to see a great production of Don Juan that deserves an Off-Broadway run, and wondered why financial literacy wasn’t taught when I was in school. Trust me, I could’ve used the help! I also share my disappointment with the Legacy of the Dark Knight video game DLC and check in on Season 2 of MobLand, a show that practically requires subtitles and might leave you with some questionable new vocabulary!

  4. Sep 13

    Episode 47: Never Forget

    This week I look back on 9/11, 25 years later, and share why September 10th holds special meaning to me. Plus, my Broadway luck strikes again, a wild dream featuring Megan Thee Stallion, 408 days of being single, are the Grand Theft Auto cops about to make the game less fun, MapQuest takes a stand, a tragic passing in the wrestling world, and serious warnings about AI potentially threatening humanity. Another week of memories, madness, and everything in between!

  5. Sep 7

    Episode 46: I Have Female Friends. So What?

    This week is basically me asking, “Why are women so intimidated by me having female friends?” while simultaneously admitting I donated to a charity because the woman collecting money was cute. Add in car trouble that thankfully wasn’t car trouble, taking on more family responsibilities, the latest in the Lindsey Clancy case, my Curb Your Enthusiasm conundrum, the hate for female Superhero movies, helping a friend with auditions, and a very unexpected message that joins the conversation. Somehow, I packed a LOT into this one!

  6. Aug 30

    Episode 45: Dolly, Dreams & Disaster

    This week, I remember the legacies of Dolly Parton and Tim Curry, talk Tuesday karaoke with AJ and the 1,000th episode of Big Brother, and dive into two very strange dreams—one featuring my ex and another where I somehow survive a collapsing Las Vegas casino by apparently respawning. I also discuss the Lindsay Clancy trial and the difficult questions surrounding mental illness and responsibility. Basically, my subconscious is still an a*****e.

  7. Aug 24

    Episode 44: My Subconscious Is a Tease

    This week, I follow up on the meatloaf with more cooking adventures, including nearly eating an entire dish of baked ziti, some questionable chicken combinations, and the realization that I apparently can’t even get laid in my dreams. I also talk about finally finishing my dentist treatments, Garth Brooks’ tour, Rosie O’Donnell hosting Jimmy Kimmel, a flat tire, the long-awaited Coyote vs. Acme, the return of an otter to the Bronx River, and the latest Harry and Meghan headlines. Another week of food, weird dreams, nostalgia, anxiety, and random chaos!

  8. Aug 16

    Episode 43: Ma, the Meatloaf!

    This week I make my own meatloaf with a few missing ingredients—and somehow it turns out delicious. , work ruining my time off, which is finally getting me motivated to update my resume, and the painful dentist appointment I’m already dreading. I also share some feel-good stories, including Rippin’ Rosie, the surfing dog who took home four first-place awards, and the return of professional women’s baseball for the first time since 1954. Plus, I discover I can still sing along word-for-word to  wrestler Maven’s entrance theme years later. Just another week of random thoughts, nostalgia, and whatever else is going on in my life!

  9. Aug 10

    Episode 42: So… This Is Progress?

    This week, I’m dealing with another painful trip to the dentist, awkwardly stepping in front of the camera for my first social media video, and some old feelings stirred up by SummerSlam. I also talk about my upcoming doctor’s appointment, drinking less after leaning on it a little too much over the past year, and a few stories that reminded me just how incredible—and fragile—life can be. Plus, a groundbreaking brain implant, a scary Perez Hilton incident, and the reminder that mental health is no joke.

  10. Aug 2

    Episode 41: Holy Guacamole!

    This week, I step outside my comfort zone in more ways than one—trying guacamole and a bison burger, returning to a karaoke bar I swore I'd never visit again, and reflecting on just how much I've changed over the past year. I also share some surprising dating app adventures, an exciting medical discovery that could be life-changing, a hopeful cancer research breakthrough, and a few unexpected surprises along the way. Sometimes the biggest sign you're healing is realizing you're no longer the person you used to be.

  11. Jul 27

    Episode 40: One Year Later

    One year after my world was turned upside down, I look back on the healing journey that inspired me to start this podcast and reflect on just how much life has changed over the past 12 months. I'm looking back on a healing journey that somehow feels like it flew by while also lasting a lifetime. I talk about how much I've changed, the headaches caused by my new laptop's audio issues, my mom finally having her long-overdue knee replacement surgery, and the end of my three-week phone nightmare (lesson learned!) Plus, I talk about the incredible rescue of 30 beluga whales finally getting a second chance after being stranded for nearly two years, and why Daughtry's music continues to hit all the right notes.

  12. Jul 20

    Episode 39: Collision Course

    In this week's episode, I share an update on my second round of dental treatment that didn't go as smoothly as the first, the story of a driver who apparently thinks stop signs are optional and hit my car just two blocks from home, and why I seem to get stuffed up every time I sit down to record. I also talk about debating whether to start making TikTok videos to build my confidence, the frustrations of learning to tune a guitar, my unexpected thoughts on the Snapchat series Transformer, and a fascinating new study showing that our daily caffeine habit might be doing more than just keeping you awake.

  13. Jul 12

    Episode 38: TV Time and Parking Fines

    This week, I celebrate the Fourth of July at a BBQ, deal with one headache after another—from a $300 phone repair to a confusing parking ticket—and share my experience at a Mets game where I somehow kept ending up on TV. I also give an update on my dental journey, talk about a guitar gadget that was a total dud, reflect on a quote from The Bear that really hit home, realize just how fast 21 years can fly by, and share my thoughts on Garth Brooks' upcoming tour and unique ticket pricing.

  14. Jul 5

    Episode 37: To Infinity... and a Wedding

    This week, I share a fun night out seeing Toy Story 5 and enjoying a great meal, reflect on the retirement concert of one of my favorite artists and the memories it brought back, and recap my annual medical appointments—including one unexpected mishap. I also talk about upcoming dental work and the confidence boost I'm hoping it brings, an inspiring act of kindness for a New York taxi driver, my hesitation to watch the The Bear series finale, and wrap things up by celebrating the wedding of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce.

  15. Jun 28

    Episode 36: System Update Required

    This week, I talk about treating myself to a new laptop after finding a deal that was too good to pass up, and why a trip to the dentist actually left me feeling happy. I open up about almost sending my ex a bouquet of flowers and the internal battle that convinced me not to, finding comfort in words that were never spoken, and realizing it's time to start working on my social anxiety. Plus, an unexpected night out catching up with a friend, I'm searching for plans for the Fourth of July because I refuse to spend it at home, and I introduce the brand-new hotline number: 917-718-2MJP...Yes those are my initials!

  16. Jun 22

    Episode 35: Road Trip to Collectors Boutique

    This week is a celebration of champions and new beginnings! I talk about the Knicks' incredible championship run and parade, making it through a difficult anniversary weekend, and taking the show on the road to Collectors Boutique. Hear from BCW owner Anthony Cole about the company's future, Ruthie Jay on what's next for her, and World Champion Dainja issuing a challenge to Darius Carter. Plus, a surprisingly lucky parking story to top it all off.

  17. Jun 14

    Episode 34: Signs, Signals, and the Knicks

    This week is a mix of sports, reflection, and random observations. I talk about getting through what would have been my anniversary weekend with the help of friends, wonder whether modern dating expectations are a little one-sided, share a strange encounter with an all-white bird outside my office window, and take on a new paint-by-number project of Citi Field. Plus, I react to an incredible medical breakthrough that could one day help people living with paralysis.

  18. Jun 8

    Episode 33: Who is Michael J. Puddy now?

    This week, a couple of unexpected dating app moments spark a surprising question: who is Michael J. Puddy now? After 33 weeks of working through heartbreak and healing behind the microphone, I reflect on what comes next when that chapter starts to close. I also talk about how the ending of Euphoria unexpectedly got me thinking about faith, the simple joy of ice cream birthday cake, a rare Knicks win while I was watching, my concerns about the upcoming He-Man movie, and a quick rant after a rude coworker sets me off.

  19. May 31

    Episode 32: What a Difference a Week Makes

    This week, I talk about how much can change in just one week as I navigate old emotions while catching up with a friend, building LEGO sets, and reflecting on relationships. I also dive into the new LEGO Batman game, the strange accuracy (and inaccuracy) of tarot card readings, a rough stretch of acid reflux and sleepless nights, a random  karaoke night in the city, the Keke Palmer and Sean Evans story, and the inspiring story of 108-year-old Susan Young Browne, who proves that staying active and positive never goes out of style.

  20. May 24

    Episode 31: Hello Goodbye, Colbert

    This week I talk about grief, dreams that reopen old wounds, and the strange feeling of being pulled backward when you’re trying to move forward. I also get into finding comfort in Broadway soundtracks at work, internet toxicity over local news, a promising breakthrough in bowel cancer treatment, kids helping save bald eagle habitats, and the emotional end of Stephen Colbert’s run at the historic Ed Sullivan Theater.

  21. May 18

    Episode 30: America Drinks Less, I Stress More

    This week’s episode is a mix of life updates, reflection, and random internet chaos. I talk about the latest mouse situation in my apartment, feeling emotionally off lately, and learning how to hold onto happy memories without letting grief take over. I also share a moment with a friend that caught me completely off guard in the best way. Plus, thoughts on online negativity, why I’ll never understand hate-watching, and a surprising new report showing Americans are drinking less alcohol than ever before.

  22. May 10

    Episode 29: My Ceiling Is Haunted by Stuart Little

    The mouse in my ceiling is still active and has now officially entered the stream as a recurring guest star. On the bright side, I finally got back into voice acting again. On the less bright side: cruise ship hantavirus outbreak. This feels like three separate save files got corrupted together.

  23. Apr 26

    Episode 28: This Episode Is Basically Breaking News

    This episode runs through a wild mix of headlines and hot takes—from a shocking incident at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner to Megan Thee Stallion and Klay Thompson breakup drama. There’s a quick WrestleMania recap, some real-life “mouse in the house” stress, and a funny realization about having a very specific type. We also touch on Game of Thrones’ 15th anniversary confusion and wrap up with thoughts on the latest Ticketmaster ruling.

  24. Apr 18

    Episode 27: Megan Thee Broadway Star

    This week I recap my much needed night out from the second row, plenty of leg room, and Megan Thee Stallion making her Broadway debut and stealing the show. From there, it’s the reality check: $30 hot dogs and water, $50 drinks, and then I vent a little (okay, a lot) about my latest pet peeves. We tap into the WNBA Draft and wrap with some “wait, this is actually smart” news: Chicago’s library hookup for students and a wild new way to turn trash into clean energy. Great night, questionable prices, and a few thoughts you didn’t ask for.

  25. Apr 13

    Episode 26: Rockets & Red Flags

    I talk about the Artemis landing and pretend I fully understand space, then get real about a situation where I was definitely being manipulated, some character development, I guess. I also dive in about how uncomforable buying certain items can be, and catch on some life updates. Such as, Broadway here I come, liver cleanse is rejected, and Crypto ups and downs.