Join Tom Rhodes and bestie Ashna Rodjan! From Sara’s visit to humorous attempts at parallel parking in San Francisco, explore how classical music can connect with the homeless, the challenges of playing Scrabble in a foreign language, and the

391 Smart Talk Controversial Musings with Jeff Leach

12 days ago 1h 38m

In this episode English actor and comedian Jeff Leach joins Tom for a dynamic and wide-ranging conversation that takes listeners from the nuances of cultural identity and family influences to the comedic depths of personal anecdotes and societa

390 Smart Books & Movies Aretha & Arnold

19 days ago 1h 23m

In this episode of Tom Rhodes Smart Camp, Tom welcomes a special guest—his mother Sara, who is visiting him in LA. It's the once-a-month Smart Books & Movies episode, and they're diving into the lives and legacies of Aretha Franklin and Arnold

389 Smart Talk Break-Up Registry with Natasha Pearl Hansen

25 days ago 1h 8m

Dive into the latest Tom Rhodes Smart Camp episode featuring the incredibly resilient and hilariously insightful Natasha Pearl Hansen. Natasha, a comedian and the CEO of My Break-Up Registry, shares her journey from the heart of Wisconsin to th

388 Smart Ramble Mexico Respecto

Mar 28th, 2024 1h 6m

In "Mexico Respecto," Tom Rhodes shares his latest adventure in Mexico with a mix of introspection and humor. This episode weaves together tales of adventure, moments of vulnerability, and insights into the human condition, all set against the

387 Laughing Through Life's Curveballs with Paul Ogata

Mar 21st, 2024 1h 3m

We dive deep with the hilariously insightful Paul Ogata, a master of punchlines and poignant observations, who's made waves from Las Vegas stages to international comedy festivals. Hosted in the soon-to-be historical backdrop of the Tropicana L

386 Comedy, Courage, and Cannabis with Jen Kober

Mar 14th, 2024 1h 15m

Step into an episode that's like a well-traveled suitcase—packed with stories, laughter, and a dash of the philosophical, all stamped with the unique humor and wisdom of Tom Rhodes. In this episode, the spotlight shines on Jen Kober, whose incr

385 Jewish Humor: Rodney Dangerfield & Larry David with Jeffrey Baldinger

Mar 1st, 2024 1h 2m

Dive into the heart of comedy in this compelling episode, as host Tom Rhodes sits down with the talented Jeffrey Baldinger. This conversation is a deep exploration of the craft of stand-up comedy, influenced by the legendary Rodney Dangerfield.

384 Secret Lives and Comedy Insights with Drake Nelson

Feb 22nd, 2024 59m 14s

This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in comedy, personal stories of resilience, and the art of finding humor in the everyday. Tune into an insightful conversation with comedian Drake Nelson at the Elk Valley Casino, where laugh

383 Sammy Davis Jr.

Feb 17th, 2024 1h 8m

Hey, Smart Campers! Sammy Davis Jr. was a multifaceted entertainer known for his singing, dancing, acting, and impersonations. As a member of the Rat Pack, with Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin, he broke racial barriers in the entertainment indust

382 The Evolution of Comedy with Journalist Julie Seabaugh

Nov 23rd, 2023 1h 15m

I sit down with Julie Seabaugh, a renowned writer, documentarian, and comedy journalist. We explore entertainment's evolution, with Julie's insightful perspectives on the comedy landscape. Discussions meander from Hollywood tales, including an

381 Orion Levine

Nov 9th, 2023 1h 8m

Hooray for humanity! We're dropping new episodes every Thursday-ish. Connect! Be part of the Rhodesies team and get goodies: https://patreon.com/tomrhodessmartcamp More Tom https://www.instagram.com/_TomRhodes More Ashna https://www.instagra

380 From Model to Stand-Up Comedian Mario Adrion

Nov 2nd, 2023 1h 6m

Join us for an engaging conversation with Mario Adrion a model turned YouTube comedy sensation. Discover the modeling industry's dark side, pay differences, and Mario's transition to YouTube comedy star to stand-up comedian with a unique perspe

379 Pink Foxx

Oct 26th, 2023 1h 27m

Get to know the young comedy thunderbolt that is Pink Foxx. She joins me in the Rhodes library to talk comedy, life & show biz. Pink Foxx offers her unique perspective on the comedy scene, sharing personal anecdotes from her journey as a succes

378 Book Roulette with John Cooper Clarke Pt. 2

Oct 20th, 2023 1h 1m

Hey, beautiful people! This podcast episode is a wild ride through the realms of literature, punk, and the Art of Living. It's like being in the coolest book club you never knew you wanted to join. About JCC: John Cooper Clarke is a British

377 Book Roulette with John Cooper Clarke Pt. 1

Oct 12th, 2023 1h

Hey, beautiful people! This podcast episode is a wild ride through the realms of literature, punk, and the Art of Living. We're serving up an intellectual smorgasbord that's gonna tickle your fancy. It's a love letter to literature! John and I

376 Control Your Mood

Oct 5th, 2023 44m 20s

We make bread, delve into the intricacies of envy, talk about the world of personal branding on social media, explore the realm of mood control, the Russell Brand controversy, and how envy can serve as a revealing mirror reflecting one's deepes

375 Jesse Joyce

Sep 29th, 2023 1h 17m

Welcome to another episode of the "Tom Rhodes Smart Camp" podcast! Join us for an episode packed with laughter, wisdom, and historical intrigue as Tom Rhodes and Jesse Joyce take you on a deep dive into the realms of comedy, the challenges face

374 Burning Man Drama

Sep 19th, 2023 1h 10m

Burning Man Drama! Join me on a transformative journey into the extraordinary world of Burning Man! In this episode, I'll share my personal experiences, from the magical moments of communal bathing and body positivity to the unexpected st

373 Bison Road Rage

Aug 24th, 2023 30m 9s

372 There is Still Time with Josh Blue

Aug 17th, 2023 1h 3m

371 What Was Your Favorite Toy as a Child?

Aug 3rd, 2023 39m 2s

From childhood memories to societal gender norms, Tom & Ashna explore the influence of the 60s TV show, "I Dream of Jeannie," and how iconic toys like Barbie dolls and G.I. Joe figures have evolved to better reflect society's diversity. We also

370 Did Amazon Play a Funny Scam on Tom?

Aug 1st, 2023 33m 6s

We talk about meditation, favorite sound, Barbie movie, toys we played as kids, and how Amazon can screw you. A lil bit of everything! Always ways for you to cheer up!!! Hooray for humanity! We're dropping new episodes every Thursday-ish.

369 Happy Mommy Summer Picnic

Jul 27th, 2023 59m 46s

Mom hugs are the answer to all of life's problems. Episode 369 of Tom Rhodes Smart Camp is out now! In today's episode come join me for this perfect moment in July while I have a happy mommy summer picnic. My dear sweet mother has been the

368 Speak Well of Others

Jul 24th, 2023 38m 9s

If you speak well of others you will always be in paradise. If you do not speak well of others you will be walking among the snakes in the briar patch. In our continued conversation about the book 'The Mysterion' you will learn that Sufism is