Rich Vos joins Lynn Hoffman on this upcoming episode of Comedy Saved Me. Rich is a stand up comedian who has shaped decades of laughter.

Rich Vos joins Lynn Hoffman on this upcoming episode of Comedy Saved Me. Rich is a stand up comedian who has shaped decades of laughter.

From the creators of the hit shows Takin’ A Walk and Music Saved Me comes a new podcast that celebrates the healing power of humor. In Comedy Saved Me, TV and radio veteran Lynn Hoffman sits down with comedians, entertainers, and cultural voices to share personal, powerful stories about how comedy changed their lives... and sometimes even saved them.

 

Honest, heartfelt, and often hilarious, this show proves that laughter truly is the best medicine.

 

New episodes release every Monday. Follow now and discover how comedy saves us all.

From the creators of the hit shows Takin&rsquo; A Walk and Music Saved Me comes a new podcast that celebrates the healing power of humor. In Comedy Saved Me, TV and radio veteran Lynn Hoffman sits down with comedians, entertainers, and cultural voices to share personal, powerful stories about how comedy changed their lives... and sometimes even saved them.
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Honest, heartfelt, and often hilarious, this show proves that laughter truly is the best medicine.
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New episodes release every Monday. Follow now and discover how comedy saves us all.

Comedy Saved Me

A Podcast about the Power of Music Hosted by Lynn Hoffman.
Music has a way to connect art to emotional healing and this podcast will get up close and personal with musicians who have personally been impacted by music.
The Music Saved Me Podcast tackles how music, from either side of the speaker can be a healing device for the mental health crisis going on globally.
The Music Saved Me Podcast is a proud supporter of Musicians on Call.

Music Saved Me Podcast

On the Takin’ A Walk-Music History Podcast, Buzz Knight goes deep with American music’s most iconic voices. From Rock & Roll Hall of Famers  with legendary storytellers, to artists and their indie music journey, musicians reveal the stories behind songs, the creative breakthroughs, career-defining risks, and backstage truths that shaped their legacy. Drawing on decades in radio and deep music history knowledge, The Buzz Knight podcast delivers music interviews that explore more than just the songs — Knight uncovers the inspiring music stories and human truths that define music history. 

Takin’ A Walk is the Music History Podcast that gives you In-depth music interviews. 

If you love our show you’ll love these podcasts:

The Music History Podcast 

Hit Parade Music History Podcast 

A History of Music in 500 Songs

Music History Today Network

Music is History 

New episodes drop weekly across all podcast platforms where you can hear all of the stories behind songs.

Check out our other shows

Music Saved Me hosted by Lynn Hoffman

Comedy Saved Me hosted by Lynn Hoffman 

Takin A Walk Nashville hosted by Sarah Harralson 

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On the Takin&rsquo; A Walk-Music History Podcast, Buzz Knight goes deep with American music&rsquo;s most iconic voices. From Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Famers &nbsp;with legendary storytellers, to artists and their indie music journey, musicians reveal the stories behind songs, the creative breakthroughs, career-defining risks, and backstage truths that shaped their legacy. Drawing on decades in radio and deep music history knowledge, The Buzz Knight podcast delivers music interviews that explore more than just the songs &mdash; Knight uncovers the inspiring music stories and human truths that define music history.&nbsp;
Takin&rsquo; A Walk is the Music History Podcast that gives you In-depth music interviews.&nbsp;
If you love our show you&rsquo;ll love these podcasts:
The Music History Podcast&nbsp;
Hit Parade Music History Podcast&nbsp;
A History of Music in 500 Songs
Music History Today Network
Music is History&nbsp;
New episodes drop weekly across all podcast platforms where you can hear all of the stories behind songs.
Check out our other shows
Music Saved Me hosted by Lynn Hoffman
Comedy Saved Me hosted by Lynn Hoffman&nbsp;
Takin A Walk Nashville hosted by Sarah Harralson&nbsp;
Part of iHeartPodcasts

Takin' A Walk - Music History with Buzz Knight

Comedy Saved Me Trailer for episode with Rich Vos

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REPLAY: Comedy songwriter and parody music legend Red Peters joins host Lynn Hoffman to share how comedy saved his life and shaped his legendary career. Best known for his appearances on The Howard Stern Show and as a Dr. Demento Show favorite, Red Peters opens up about creating viral comedy songs, navigating the comedy music industry, and finding his voice as a musical comedian.

In this Comedy Saved Me conversation, Red Peters discusses:

• His journey from aspiring musician to comedy songwriter and parody artist

• Behind-the-scenes stories from The Howard Stern Show appearances

• The creative process behind his most popular comedy songs and parodies

• How Dr. Demento discovered his work and launched his comedy music career

• The transformative power of humor and how comedy became his salvation

• Lessons learned from decades in the comedy and music industries

• Advice for aspiring comedy writers and musical comedians

Red Peters has built a cult following through his irreverent comedy songs, radio appearances, and live performances. His work has been featured on The Howard Stern Show, The Dr. Demento Show, and comedy music compilations worldwide.

Host Lynn Hoffman explores the intersection of comedy,l aughter as therapy ,music, and personal transformation in this engaging replay episode of Comedy Saved Me, the podcast celebrating how humor and comedic advice changes lives.

Subscribe to Comedy Saved Me for more inspiring conversations with comedians, comedy writers, and entertainment industry professionals who share how laughter saved their lives.

REPLAY: Comedy songwriter and parody music legend Red Peters joins host Lynn Hoffman to share how comedy saved his life and shaped his legendary career. Best known for his appearances on The Howard Stern Show and as a Dr. Demento Show favorite, Red Peters opens up about creating viral comedy songs, navigating the comedy music industry, and finding his voice as a musical comedian.
In this Comedy Saved Me conversation, Red Peters discusses:
&bull; His journey from aspiring musician to comedy songwriter and parody artist
&bull; Behind-the-scenes stories from The Howard Stern Show appearances
&bull; The creative process behind his most popular comedy songs and parodies
&bull; How Dr. Demento discovered his work and launched his comedy music career
&bull; The transformative power of humor and how comedy became his salvation
&bull; Lessons learned from decades in the comedy and music industries
&bull; Advice for aspiring comedy writers and musical comedians
Red Peters has built a cult following through his irreverent comedy songs, radio appearances, and live performances. His work has been featured on The Howard Stern Show, The Dr. Demento Show, and comedy music compilations worldwide.
Host Lynn Hoffman explores the intersection of comedy,l aughter as therapy ,music, and personal transformation in this engaging replay episode of Comedy Saved Me, the podcast celebrating how humor and comedic advice changes lives.
Subscribe to Comedy Saved Me for more inspiring conversations with comedians, comedy writers, and entertainment industry professionals who share how laughter saved their lives.

Comedy Saved Me: Red Peters: From Dr. Demento to Howard Stern-Comedy Songwriting and Parody Songs

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Join host Lynn Hoffman in this encore presentation of one of Comedy Saved Me’s most beloved episodes featuring television icon Tom Bergeron. In this insightful and hilarious conversation, the legendary host of Dancing with the Stars and America’s Funniest Home Videos opens up about how comedy became his lifeline throughout a remarkable career in entertainment.

In This Episode, Tom Bergeron shares comedic advice:

Tom takes listeners on a journey from his early days in local radio to becoming one of America’s most trusted and beloved TV hosts. Discover how his quick wit and comedic instincts helped him master the art of live television, navigate unexpected on-air moments, and build a career spanning decades at the top of the entertainment industry.

Key Highlights Include:

• Early Comedy Influences - Tom reveals the comedians and performers who shaped his comedic sensibility and inspired him to pursue entertainment

• Behind-the-Scenes Stories - Exclusive anecdotes from his years hosting Dancing with the Stars, America’s Funniest Home Videos, and Hollywood Squares that have never been shared publicly

• The Power of Humor in Live TV - How comedy and improvisation became essential tools for handling the unpredictable nature of live broadcasts and connecting with millions of viewers

• Resilience Through Laughter - Personal stories about using comedic advice to overcome professional challenges, career transitions, and life’s difficult moments

• Lessons from a Legendary Career - Hard-won wisdom about authenticity, staying grounded in Hollywood, and the healing power of making people laugh

Why Listen to This Episode:

Tom Bergeron’s warmth, honesty, and razor-sharp wit make this comedic advice conversation essential listening for anyone who loves comedy, television history, or inspiring stories of perseverance. Lynn Hoffman’s thoughtful interview style draws out both the laughter and the deeper truths about how comedy can sustain us through life’s challenges.

Whether you’re a longtime fan of Tom’s work on DWTS and AFV, a comedy enthusiast, or someone seeking inspiration about the transformative power of humor, this episode delivers heartfelt moments and genuine laughs in equal measure.

Check out our others shows:

Music Saved Me hosted by Lynn Hoffman.

Takin A Walk hosted by Buzz Knight

Takin A Walk Nashville hosted by Sarah Harralson.

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Join host Lynn Hoffman in this encore presentation of one of Comedy Saved Me&rsquo;s most beloved episodes featuring television icon Tom Bergeron. In this insightful and hilarious conversation, the legendary host of Dancing with the Stars and America&rsquo;s Funniest Home Videos opens up about how comedy became his lifeline throughout a remarkable career in entertainment.
In This Episode, Tom Bergeron shares comedic advice:
Tom takes listeners on a journey from his early days in local radio to becoming one of America&rsquo;s most trusted and beloved TV hosts. Discover how his quick wit and comedic instincts helped him master the art of live television, navigate unexpected on-air moments, and build a career spanning decades at the top of the entertainment industry.
Key Highlights Include:
&bull; Early Comedy Influences - Tom reveals the comedians and performers who shaped his comedic sensibility and inspired him to pursue entertainment
&bull; Behind-the-Scenes Stories - Exclusive anecdotes from his years hosting Dancing with the Stars, America&rsquo;s Funniest Home Videos, and Hollywood Squares that have never been shared publicly
&bull; The Power of Humor in Live TV - How comedy and improvisation became essential tools for handling the unpredictable nature of live broadcasts and connecting with millions of viewers
&bull; Resilience Through Laughter - Personal stories about using comedic advice to overcome professional challenges, career transitions, and life&rsquo;s difficult moments
&bull; Lessons from a Legendary Career - Hard-won wisdom about authenticity, staying grounded in Hollywood, and the healing power of making people laugh
Why Listen to This Episode:
Tom Bergeron&rsquo;s warmth, honesty, and razor-sharp wit make this comedic advice conversation essential listening for anyone who loves comedy, television history, or inspiring stories of perseverance. Lynn Hoffman&rsquo;s thoughtful interview style draws out both the laughter and the deeper truths about how comedy can sustain us through life&rsquo;s challenges.
Whether you&rsquo;re a longtime fan of Tom&rsquo;s work on DWTS and AFV, a comedy enthusiast, or someone seeking inspiration about the transformative power of humor, this episode delivers heartfelt moments and genuine laughs in equal measure.
Check out our others shows:
Music Saved Me hosted by Lynn Hoffman.
Takin A Walk hosted by Buzz Knight
Takin A Walk Nashville hosted by Sarah Harralson.
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"Tom Bergeron: From Hollywood Squares to Dancing with the Stars: How Comedy and Quick With Built a legendary TV Career-Comedy Saved Me"

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: Join us as Comedy Saved Me host Lynn Hoffman talks with Jeremy DeBardi of Steel Beans, a creative force who’s blending unique style with fresh sonic experimentation, while utilizing a comedic approach to performance. In this comedy interview, Jeremy opens up about his distinctive artistic vision, the creative process behind his new music, and how he’s carving out his own lane in today’s landscape. From the comedic inspiration that fuels his sound to the risks he takes in pushing boundaries, we explore what it means to stay true to your creative instincts while constantly evolving and embracing comedic advice. Steel Beans is developing a following of famous artists in music history including: Lenny Kravitz, Jack Black (Tenacious D), and Jason Momoa and we are sure that list is growing as we speak. Jeremy DeBardi collaborated on his new release with Anderson Paak, and Troy Van Leeuwen from Queens of the Stone Age and he discusses the surprisingly unique influence that comedy plays in his role as an emerging musician. Whether you know him from Steel Beans or you’re just discovering his work, this is an intimate look at an artist who refuses to play it safe.

If you love the comedic advice of Comedy Saved Me hosted by Lynn Hoffman also check out The Music Saved Me podcast, Takin A Walk hosted by Buzz Knight, and Takin A Walk Nashville hosted by Sarah Harralson. All shows are part of Iheartpodcasts. 

Support the show: https://takinawalk.com/

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: Join us as Comedy Saved Me host Lynn Hoffman talks with Jeremy DeBardi of Steel Beans, a creative force who&rsquo;s blending unique style with fresh sonic experimentation, while utilizing a comedic approach to performance. In this comedy interview, Jeremy opens up about his distinctive artistic vision, the creative process behind his new music, and how he&rsquo;s carving out his own lane in today&rsquo;s landscape. From the comedic inspiration that fuels his sound to the risks he takes in pushing boundaries, we explore what it means to stay true to your creative instincts while constantly evolving and embracing comedic advice. Steel Beans is developing a following of famous artists in music history including: Lenny Kravitz, Jack Black (Tenacious D), and Jason Momoa and we are sure that list is growing as we speak. Jeremy DeBardi collaborated on his new release with Anderson Paak, and Troy Van Leeuwen from Queens of the Stone Age and he discusses the surprisingly unique influence that comedy plays in his role as an emerging musician. Whether you know him from Steel Beans or you&rsquo;re just discovering his work, this is an intimate look at an artist who refuses to play it safe.
If you love the comedic advice of Comedy Saved Me hosted by Lynn Hoffman also check out The Music Saved Me podcast, Takin A Walk hosted by Buzz Knight, and Takin A Walk Nashville hosted by Sarah Harralson. All shows are part of Iheartpodcasts.&nbsp;
Support the show: <a href="https://takinawalk.com/">https://takinawalk.com/</a>
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Jeremy DeBardi from Steel Beans-How a Performance Artist Blends Music & Comedy

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