Ever found yourself digging metaphorical (or literal) holes you can't escape from? This episode dives deep into the beautifully chaotic reality of living with ADHD, territorial beach behavior, and those moments when we become the unexpected villains in our own stories.

Fresh from Naples, Florida (affectionately dubbed "Nipples, Florida"), I share my passionate dedication to beach hole digging that sparked an unexpected feud with a family over borrowed shovels. There's something primal about defending your sandy territory from strangers who don't respect the craft of hole construction! My frustration with these "shovel thieves" reveals a larger theme – those moments when we feel justified in our reactions, only to question them later.

The sunscreen saga with fellow comic Tatum highlights our stubborn resistance to learning from experience. Despite clear evidence that "I don't burn" was categorically false after day one, she questioned needing protection again on day two! It's the perfect metaphor for how we sometimes refuse to accept reality despite painful consequences.

My Easter adventures back home take an awkward turn when I confront children I believe are stealing eggs we'd hidden for Tatum's daughter, only to discover they were part of a neighborhood scavenger hunt. These moments of misplaced righteous indignation – followed by the awkward realization of my mistake – capture the essence of being imperfectly human.

From making "booger bets" at airports to navigating lost luggage situations, this episode celebrates finding humor in life's frustrations. I'm learning to embrace my "diva bitch era" while acknowledging when my reactions might need tempering with understanding. After all, aren't we all just digging holes and trying to protect what matters to us?

Come see me on tour this spring! Dates in Salt Lake City, California, Cleveland, and Austin are all on sale now. Your support means everything – because yelling at beach families and misunderstanding Easter egg hunts doesn't actually pay the bills.

Bobby Rackleff chronicles his wild adventures as a touring comedian in this honest, hilarious episode that perfectly captures the beautiful chaos of life on the road. From accidentally being marked as needing special assistance at the airport (despite having never requested it) to the nightmarish experience of staying in a Travel Lodge smoking room that felt haunted by the souls of previous occupants, Bobby's travel misadventures will have you laughing and cringing in equal measure.

The episode shines brightest when Bobby recounts his time in New York City, his favorite place in the world, where he spent quality time with friends Carly Aquilino and others. Despite getting only an hour of sleep after talking until 5 AM, the joy of these connections fuels his comedy. With refreshing candor, Bobby discusses the financial realities of being a working comic—how the constant need to save money leads to questionable hotel choices, and how sometimes splurging an extra $50 for comfort is worth it for your mental health and performance quality.

Whether describing his broken three-wheeled luggage, getting bitten by a "nice but also mean" cat, or his momentary existential crisis upon meeting identical twins (one of whom was a former pastor), Bobby's storytelling perfectly balances vulnerability with laugh-out-loud observations. His experiences wandering through malls and discovering that Spencer Gifts somehow still exists taps into a delightful nostalgia that many listeners will relate to.

Ready for more Bobby? Catch him on tour with Cactus Tate in Florida, Salt Lake City, and various California venues through May. Support the show on Patreon for exclusive bonus content starting at just $1 monthly and experience the beautiful, chaotic life of a comedian on the rise!

Ever wonder what really happens when comedians hit the road together? Bobby takes us behind the curtain of comedy touring life, revealing both the hilarious disasters and tender moments that unfold when performers spend too much time in close quarters.

The adventure begins with a midnight dog hunt at Cactus Tatum's house before a painfully early flight. The panicked search through rainy streets ends with relief when the runaway pup is found at a neighbor's home—but it's just the first challenge of many. Bobby perfectly captures that stomach-dropping feeling of potential disaster, comparing it to "when the teacher hands you your paper face down."

Things escalate dramatically at the airport when Tatum suddenly falls ill, leading to an emergency cleanup operation and the purchase of a bright yellow Pittsburgh Pirates hoodie. The incident sparks a friendly rivalry as Bobby defends his response to the crisis: "You want me also to go vomit?" Their friendship endures through these messy moments, revealing how road partners take turns supporting each other through the chaos.

The tour takes them through Soul Joel's Comedy Club in Pottstown (where they're treated exceptionally well) and the Pittsburgh Improv (where audiences react in their own unique way). Bobby shares insights about the unwritten rules of touring relationships—like quietly cleaning hotel rooms without acknowledgment until the one time you forget and someone notices. These small gestures reveal the delicate balance between headliners and feature acts.

Between stories of farting on the road and accidentally calling venue managers by the wrong name, Bobby captures the beautiful absurdity of comedy life. Join him for upcoming shows with Emma Willman, Cactus Tatum, and solo dates across the country—just check the links to find tickets and witness the aftermath of these road stories firsthand.

Bob Jaycox greets his "she's, he's, they's and gay's" with the unmistakable warmth and self-deprecating humor that's made Discombobulated a favorite among comedy podcast fans. This episode finds Bob in rare form as he riffs on the peculiar satisfaction of embracing your own body odor, particularly when you're "stinking and trying your hardest."

With knees that sound like "when you should take the popcorn out of the microwave," Bob explores the unique indignities of aging into your mid-30s. Just when you think you've figured life out, your body starts betraying you in increasingly vocal ways. The podcast takes a surprisingly philosophical turn when Bob contemplates the nature of the afterlife, wondering if hell simply stinks like a grandparent's house, while heaven smells like a rich person's home—clean, but with a hint of "we're better than you."

One of the episode's most cathartic moments comes when Bob describes hurling his Google assistant against the wall in a fit of rage. "I threw that thing like the first pitch of a game, but I'm like a governor who doesn't know how to throw," he confesses, reveling in the pure satisfaction of destroying something that had been causing him frustration.

The episode culminates with Bob's excited plans to visit Brazil for the first time to see his favorite band, Story of the Year, perform. His attempts to learn Portuguese lead to a hilarious struggle with technology that somehow leaves his Google assistant speaking Portuguese and refusing to stop. Between announcing tour dates across Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Florida, Utah, and California, Bob manages to deliver an episode that feels like hanging out with your funniest, most unfiltered friend.

Whether you're battling your own aging body, contemplating infinity, or plotting your escape to South America, this episode of Discombobulated reminds us it's okay to embrace the chaos. Listen now, and remember—as Bob says—you don't have to be good, just don't be bad.

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Sometimes life throws the hardest challenges at the best people. My childhood friend Erin, who shaped my musical tastes and shared countless teenage adventures with me, is now battling Guillain-Barré Syndrome – a condition where her immune system attacks her nervous system. As a mother of twins and other children, she needs our community's support now more than ever. Throughout this episode, I share memories of our friendship, from introducing me to Story of the Year (when they were still Big Blue Monkey) to navigating the awkward terrain of high school relationships.

Between urgent calls for support, I take you behind the scenes of the Two Hit Wonder Tour across California. From the historic walls of Cobb's Comedy Club in San Francisco (where comedy legends like Robin Williams once performed) to connecting with seemingly unreachable audience members at Sacramento's Punchline, these road stories highlight why comedy remains my perfect happy place despite its challenges. Plus, you'll hear about airport absurdities – from humiliating singing cupcake machines to the peculiar ways TSA consistently profiles my tour partner while I breeze through security.

This episode also marks a personal turning point as I share my journey quitting vaping, establishing a workout routine, and taking control of my finances. After some challenging years, I'm embracing positive changes while maintaining the silly personality that defines my comedy. As a particularly meaningful Coheed and Cambria lyric reminded me recently, "People call it luck, but they're just trying to pass the buck" – success requires both good fortune and persistent effort. Check my social media for links to help Erin, and come see us on the Two Hit Wonder Tour as we continue bringing laughter to new cities.

Fifteen years into stand-up comedy feels both like a lifetime and the blink of an eye. From my first nervous open mic at the Funny Bone in St. Louis at 19 to celebrating what Cactus Tate dubbed my "comedy quinceañera" on our current tour, the journey has been filled with unexpected twists, meaningful connections, and moments of pure joy.

The road hasn't always been smooth. On our recent tour stops, I battled a nasty ear infection that left me feeling like I had "water in my head" – a condition that became contagious when Cactus and I shared a vape (lesson learned). The experience prompted me to quit nicotine entirely, something I wish I'd never started in the first place. If you've never smoked, trust me: stay right where you are. There are infinitely cooler ways to waste your time.

What makes this milestone special isn't just the years accumulated, but the extraordinary experiences along the way. I've been fortunate enough to meet and work with comics who inspired me from the beginning – sitting down one-on-one with Dane Cook, being taken on the road by Nikki Glaser, and recently performing a guest spot for Rory Scoville in Houston. These moments remind me how lucky I am to live within this creative community, even when my credit score doesn't qualify me for the dirt bike I sometimes daydream about.

Between apartment flooding disasters, cross-country tours, and philosophical musings about whether baby Jesus cried and needed diaper changes, this episode captures the beautiful chaos of a life dedicated to making people laugh. Looking back at that kid who first heard stand-up and thought "You knew about this and never told me?!", I can't help but feel profound gratitude for every step of this 15-year adventure.

Two comedians sitting by a lake, desperately thirsty, manifesting water into existence – the perfect metaphor for the creative comedy life. Bobby J. Cox welcomes LeMayr Lee to Discombobulated for a sprawling conversation that's as refreshing as the water they eventually receive from a kind stranger.

The episode begins with unexpected revelations about their religious backgrounds, with LeMayr sharing stories of being a "fun Christian kid" who wore chicken suits for fundraisers and learned life lessons from the church uncles who cycled between jail and scripture. Both comedians confess their surprisingly late introductions to substances – LeMayr didn't drink until 21 (starting with a triple shot of Hennessy after a Burger King shift), while Bobby didn't try marijuana until 25.

Their discussion takes fascinating turns through pre-show rituals (LeMayr blasting WWE entrance music), the weird dynamics of comedy green rooms, and the creative projects they're developing. When LeMayr pitches his action-comedy movie concept "Legal Guardian" about a spy becoming guardian to his deceased wife's children while solving her murder, you can feel the creative wheels turning between these performers who clearly want to make more than just stand-up.

The episode's highlight comes when a stranger named Tyler appears on his bike, offering water and unexpected wisdom: "Make your life about being nice to other people, and you're going to wake up every morning with something to do that isn't superficial." It's a perfect moment of synchronicity that showcases what makes this podcast special – authentic conversation that finds profound moments within the seemingly ordinary.

Catch LeMayr Lee at Small Time Comedy Heist at Roscoe's on March 26th and follow both comedians as they continue bringing their unique perspectives to stages across the country. Just don't drink lake water, no matter how thirsty you get.

Bobby J's comedic genius shines in this hilarious episode that transforms ordinary moments into laugh-out-loud reflections on modern life. Fresh off tour and reunited with his "own stinky bed," Bobby takes listeners on a journey through his Catholic upbringing with sharp observations about communion rituals that somehow blend irreverence with nostalgia. "I get to drink the blood," he jokes, while dissecting the peculiar practice of sharing wine cups during mass.

The podcast shifts to Bobby's dating adventures in Austin, where he finds himself tongue-tied during a grocery store encounter with a beautiful woman. His internal monologue captures the universal awkwardness of modern dating: the fear of making someone uncomfortable versus the desire to connect. "I'm not scared," he insists, "I just don't want to make someone feel uncomfortable while they're shopping for butter." This segment resonates with anyone who's ever overthought a potential meet-cute.

One of the episode's most relatable moments comes when Bobby questions why people wait in hour-long lines for barbecue. "At some point, it's just a rack of ribs," he observes with refreshing practicality. His refusal to join the queue speaks to a larger philosophy about valuing time and questioning hype culture.

The episode culminates in a masterclass on self-advocacy when Bobby recounts his frustrating experience signing up for TSA PreCheck. When a representative attempts to upsell him without clear explanation, Bobby demonstrates the delicate art of standing up for yourself without being unreasonable. "To be Zen, sometimes you gotta be a little crazy," he concludes, offering a surprisingly profound takeaway wrapped in comedy.

Follow Bobby on tour with Cactus Tate throughout March and April, with shows across the country from New York to California. Check bobbyjcox.com for tickets and dates, and don't miss his headline performances at the Velveeta Room in Austin this summer!