Comedy Bits & Pieces

The Lost Nixon Tapes

Steve Brown Etc. - http://www.stevebrownetc.com — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 14:43:50 +0000

When it comes to presidential controversy, Clinton is the Barry Bonds to Nixon's Hank Aaron. Sure, Clinton may have bested Nixon on paper, but in our hearts, no one could ever replace Tricky Dick. Truly, there will never be another Nixon (to kick around).

That's why we're so jazzed that the National Archives has just released a whole new batch of Nixon recordings. And if you thought you knew the man before, brother, take a listen. You don't know the half of it.

NoSpineItol

Steve Brown Etc. - http://www.stevebrownetc.com — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 16:06:02 +0000

After heated campaigns filled with tough talk and big promises, the freshman class of the next Congress converged on the Capitol yesterday. The 50-odd freshmen in the House and eight in the Senate were in Washington for sessions on the minutiae of being a member of Congress.

(If you're on the front page of the site, click "Read More" to see audio player options.)

They learned all about how to hire a staff and set up an office, how to conform to ethics rules and what to do in a security situation…that kind of thing. They also received free samples of this fine sponsor's product. Use one of the options below to hear this important message.

Levote-tra

Steve Brown Etc. - http://www.stevebrownetc.com — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 06:13:19 +0000

Election day is here and our country is at a turning point in history. Now more than ever, it's very important that we're politically involved. Still, many of us don't have the enthusiasm for voting we once did.

That's why we here at SBE are proud to introduce you to this important sponsor.

(If you're on the front page of the site, click "Read More" to see audio player options.)

The PETA Files

Steve Brown Etc. - http://www.stevebrownetc.com — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 17:18:39 +0000

As we reported this weekend, the recent horrific cannibalistic attack on a Greyhound bus in Canada has prompted a newspaper ad response from People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals.

What, you may ask, does the tragic beheading of an innocent 22-year-old man have to do with animal rights?

Here's a quote from the PETA press release regarding their ad:

While it isn't every day that a human is violently attacked and eaten by another human, it's worth noting that it is the norm for many people not to give any thought to the fact that restaurants are serving flesh that comes from innocents who were minding their own business before someone came after them with a knife. How amazingly and conveniently compartmentalized the human mind is…

The human mind is indeed baffling to me, but for reasons that I'm sure would be lost on the good folks at PETA. I have to be careful here, PETA is a sponsor of SBE. Use one of the options below to listen to another one of their brilliant ads.

Celebate

Steve Brown Etc. - http://www.stevebrownetc.com — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 06:15:11 +0000

The good news: teens are having less pre-marital sex. The bad news: it's probably just because they're too busy taking stolen pain meds, illegally downloading music, and obsessively texting each other.

Or maybe they're having less sex because of a revolutionary new product called Celebate.

SBE Comedy Classics - Odd for God Ministries and Outfitters

Steve Brown Etc. - http://www.stevebrownetc.com — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 15:20:26 +0000

There are deep cuts and then there's this nugget that we scraped up from the bottom of our comedy cache.

Alan Wilson from Northern Ireland contacted me via the SBE Facebook group, wanting to take a pratfall down memory lane with this classic* SBE bit about "cutting edge" ministry efforts.

Well, far be it from me to deny a faithful listener his request (or to take a wee bit o' pride in letting you know we have listeners in Northern Ireland). Here's to you, Alan! Use one of the options below to listen.

*Note: "Classic" in this context simply means "old."

Hillary Clinton "Unelectable" to the Tune of "Unforgettable"

Steve Brown Etc. - http://www.stevebrownetc.com — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 05:22:29 +0000

She's tenacious, but the numbers just don't lie. Looks like we're coming to the end of the line for Hillary. The question is, when will she face the fact that she's…unelectable?

Use one of the options below to listen to our musical plea for her to bow out.

(If you're on the main page, click the title of this post to see player options.)

News from the Future - Extreme Makeover: New Orleans Edition

Steve Brown Etc. - http://www.stevebrownetc.com — Mon, 19 May 2008 14:23:06 +0000

As I watched the season finale of Extreme Makeover: Home Edition last night, I was moved beyond words.

It wasn't because Ty and the team rebuilt homes and a church in Hurricane Katrina-ravaged Louisiana. It wasn't the stories of the heroes that emerged from the tragedy. It wasn't the coalition of homebuilders from all over the US-of-A that came together to make it all happen.

It was the fact that the Comedy Prophets have struck again!

This bit originally aired in Sept. 2005. As you'll hear, Ty's work last night is just the beginning. Use one of the options below to listen to News from the Future - Extreme Makeover: New Orleans Edition. Nostradamus, eat our dust!

Lucky Lou's Gas 'n Go and Savings and Loan

Steve Brown Etc. - http://www.stevebrownetc.com — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 16:50:40 +0000

Amid the daily barrage of depressing economic data, I was happy to find a bright spot in the news today. Oil companies are posting record profits!

Shell's first-quarter earnings increased 25% to a record $9.1 billion. BP reported a 63% increase in profits to a whopping $7.6 billion. Chevron and Exxon Mobil are expected to post huge increases in profits later this week. Good for them.

Sure we're taking it in the wallet to the tune of $4 per gallon at the pump, but now Lucky Lou's Gas 'n Go and Savings and Loan is here to help. Use one of the options below to hear more.

News from the Future - The Rolling Stones

Steve Brown Etc. - http://www.stevebrownetc.com — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 13:56:11 +0000

I read today that the Rolling Stones' Keith Richards is attempting to write his life story, but he's having a hard time remembering much. No joke! Here's what he said: "I can't even remember yesterday. I'm trying to put together an autobiography and it's coming along."

Richards' previous drug use is legendary and he recently admitted that he still smokes pot, saying, "I smoke my head off. I smoke weed all the damn time…and I've got some really good hash." But Keith says his memory problems are due to his brain surgery in 2006 and the fact that he didn't keep a diary.

Richards recently made an appearance with the rest of the Rolling Stones (all looking great) at the launch of a Martin Scorsese film that features the band.

This all raises the question: Will the Stones ever quit rolling? There's only one way to find out. Use one of the options below to hear News from the Future!

Spring Break Primer - Navigating Cancun

Steve Brown Etc. - http://www.stevebrownetc.com — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 18:49:06 +0000

Spring break. It's that time of year again when college students from across America converge on far-flung locations for a little rest and relaxation (that's code for debauchery).

While it's too late for many, there's still hope for those that have yet to escape the watchful eye of their parents (and U.S. laws). If you or someone you know is leaving the country to get your party on, don't leave the safety of our shores without the SBE Spring Break Primer.

Listen using one of the options below.

White History Month - Hockey

Steve Brown Etc. - http://www.stevebrownetc.com — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 15:24:56 +0000

This week marks the end of White History Month. We hope you've enjoyed our enlightening look at the contribution white people have made to today's culture.

We've explored the food and clothing of the whites, and today…sports. Use one of the options below to listen.

Until next year's celebration of White History Month, all you white people keep up the good work. You make America proud.

White History Month - The Moon Pie

Steve Brown Etc. - http://www.stevebrownetc.com — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 13:58:56 +0000

March is White History Month and this week we're continuing our look back at the role that white people have played in shaping American culture.

Last week, we celebrated the under-appreciated contribution the whites have made to fashion. This week, food. Use one of the options below to listen.

Don't miss our final White History Month segment next week when we take a look at how white people have impacted the world of sports.

White History Month - The Gap

Steve Brown Etc. - http://www.stevebrownetc.com — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 17:57:06 +0000

Americans have recognized black history annually since 1926, first as Negro History Week and later as Black History Month. Since then, February has marked the beginning of this yearly celebration.

However, it wasn't until March of 2007 that the whites joined the party with White History Month.

Steve Brown Etc. continues the tradition this year as we pause today (and each remaining week in the month of March) to take a look back at the contribution the white man has made to American culture.

Ralph Nader - Real American Hero

Steve Brown Etc. - http://www.stevebrownetc.com — Tue, 04 Mar 2008 18:24:13 +0000

With voters going to the polls in four states today, the 2008 Democratic presidential nomination hangs in the balance.

Despite the Clinton vs. Obama slug fest in the primaries, they really do have a lot in common. One thing on which they agree is that Ralph Nader's fourth bid for the White House could hurt the Democratic nominee's chances in November.

Well, for that reason alone, I think conservatives across our great country will cheer me as I say, "Go Ralph! You're a real American hero." Use one of the options below to listen as we salute Nader.