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Two quirky and cerebral creatives talk it out as writer and former History teacher, John Driver, goes toe-to-toe with best friend and comedian, Jonnie W., in hilariously real and genuinely insightful conversations about life, history, current culture, faith—and everything in between.

Talk About That Talk about That

    • Comedy
    • 4.9 • 117 Ratings

Two quirky and cerebral creatives talk it out as writer and former History teacher, John Driver, goes toe-to-toe with best friend and comedian, Jonnie W., in hilariously real and genuinely insightful conversations about life, history, current culture, faith—and everything in between.

    Stolen Sweet & Low, Dance Moms, and Jenga Towers

    Stolen Sweet & Low, Dance Moms, and Jenga Towers

    John watches trash TV and files an unlikely insurance claim. Meanwhile, Jonnie tells us the one thing is wife could do that he couldn’t forgive and reveals the ironic fate of the man who built the Brooklyn Bridge. 

    Plus, a conversation about extreme individualism and whether or not it is compatible with the Christian faith. 

    Today’s episode is NOT sponsored by Broth: “Call it what it really is: Meat Tea.”

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    FOLLOW Jonnie W.: https://jonniew.com

    FOLLOW John Driver: https://johndriver.com

    Listen now on any platform at http://talkaboutthatpodcast.com 

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    • 57 min
    Death Drops, $200 Haircuts, & Conflict Resolution

    Death Drops, $200 Haircuts, & Conflict Resolution

    John taps into his counterphobia on theme park rides and reveals who is responsible for killing bugs in his house. Meanwhile, Jonnie adds a waterslide clause to his living will and learns way too much about toilet paper. 

    Plus, a conversation about problematic themes in the Bible, redemptive movements, and cultural biases in our interpretation of Scripture.

    Today’s episode is NOT sponsored by The Snooze Button: “It’s the best 9 minutes of your whole day.”

    Want this episode AD-FREE?: https://www.patreon.com/talkaboutthat 

    FOLLOW Jonnie W.: https://jonniew.com

    FOLLOW John Driver: https://johndriver.com

    Listen now on any platform at http://talkaboutthatpodcast.com 

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    • 52 min
    Special Guest : Comedian Brian Bates

    Special Guest : Comedian Brian Bates

    Today on Talk About That, the boys are joined in studio by comedian Brian Bates, co-host of the hugely successful “Nateland” podcast, to talk about emotional support animals on planes and what it was like to perform live in front of 20,000 people in Nashville. Meanwhile, Jonnie and Brian argue about the details of a golf cart accident that left one of them with a fractured appendage. 

    Plus, John prepares his Mother’s Day Sermon and recommends we all climb on old garbage in St. Louis. 

    Today’s episode is NOT sponsored by C-Pup Machines: “The new solution for snoring dogs.”

     

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    FOLLOW Jonnie W.: https://jonniew.com

    FOLLOW John Driver: https://johndriver.com

    Listen now on any platform at http://talkaboutthatpodcast.com 

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    • 1 hr 13 min
    Rain Delays, Brain Tonics, and Hopefulness

    Rain Delays, Brain Tonics, and Hopefulness

    John has a late night thanks to T-swift and some T-storms, and reveals how long he needs to know someone before going in for a hug. Meanwhile, Jonnie explains why there’s a phone booth on top of the courthouse in Lincoln, Illinois and spends a LOT of money on his dog’s knees. 

    Plus, a conversation about cynicism and hopefulness, and why it’s always more courageous to believe the best about people. 

    Today’s episode is NOT sponsored by Party Size Bags of Potato Chips: “Look, we know there’s no party. Just eat the chips, weirdo.”

    Want this episode AD-FREE?: https://www.patreon.com/talkaboutthat 

    FOLLOW Jonnie W.: https://jonniew.com

    FOLLOW John Driver: https://johndriver.com

    Listen now on any platform at http://talkaboutthatpodcast.com 

    WATCH/SUBSCRIBE on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwjExy_jWIdNvGd28XgF2Dg
    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    • 1 hr 3 min
    Cold Snaps, Apologies, and Youth Ministry

    Cold Snaps, Apologies, and Youth Ministry

    Today on Talk About That, Jonnie shoots commercials in a freak April snowstorm and thinks you’re a bad person if you do a certain thing on an airplane. Meanwhile, John does a job for over a decade that didn’t exist just a few generations earlier and ponders whether he over-apologizes. 

    Plus, "This Week in History" and a birthday greeting to one of the all-time great comedians. 

    Today’s episode is NOT sponsored by Drapes: “Let your neighbors know you’ve updated your privacy policy.”

    Want this episode AD-FREE?: https://www.patreon.com/talkaboutthat  

    FOLLOW Jonnie W.: https://jonniew.com

    FOLLOW John Driver: https://johndriver.com

    Listen now on any platform at http://talkaboutthatpodcast.com 

    WATCH/SUBSCRIBE on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwjExy_jWIdNvGd28XgF2Dg
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    • 46 min
    Voles, Kleenex, and Distracted Prayers

    Voles, Kleenex, and Distracted Prayers

    Today on Talk About That, John’s goes medieval on some rodent intruders and buys votes in his 8th grade election. Meanwhile, Jonnie reveals what 70s movie made him distrust green smoothies, and tells the true story of how someone was once accused of witchcraft because they played shuffleboard. 

    Plus, a conversation about human nature and how our view of God as a friend and loving Father should inform our prayer life. 

    Today’s episode is NOT sponsored by Yellow Traffic Lights: “We either mean ‘CAUTION’ or ‘FLOOR IT!’... depending on your personality.”

     

    Want this episode AD-FREE?: https://www.patreon.com/talkaboutthat 

    FOLLOW Jonnie W.: https://jonniew.com

    FOLLOW John Driver: https://johndriver.com

    Listen now on any platform at http://talkaboutthatpodcast.com 

    WATCH/SUBSCRIBE on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwjExy_jWIdNvGd28XgF2Dg
    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    • 54 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
117 Ratings

117 Ratings

Aging Arminian ,

Delightful

Thanks for demonstrating that religious life can be fun.

Mama Groves ,

Love you guys!

Love listening to you guys. Feels like sitting around talking with a couple of crazy friends especially since I’m originally from Nashville. 😆 I was listening to your March 14, 2023 podcast in the car today and was literally laughing out loud…all by myself. Look forward to a new post every week.

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