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CELEBRITY JOBBER WITH JEFF ZITO

Before the red carpets, sold-out arenas, and household names, there was a first shift, a bad uniform, a time clock—and a dream that hadn’t paid off yet.

In sports and entertainment, a “jobber” is the hardworking journeyman who keeps showing up, takes the hits, and waits for an opportunity that may never come. Rocky was a jobber—a struggling fighter given one impos... more

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Brian Bates is on Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito this week. What type of work would Brian be doing if he wasn't a touring stand-up comedian performing at comedy clubs, theaters, and corporate events? Many celebrities will tell you that if not for th... more

On Celebrity Jobber REWINDS, Cowboy Troy, best known for being a Rapper with the Country group Big and Rich. What would have happened if Troy didn't step up to perform that night with the lights still on? What type of work would he be doing if not fo... more

Suzy Kolber is on Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito this week. What type of work would Suzy be doing if she wasn't a successful Sports Journalist and a former ESPN sports anchor and reporter? Many celebrities will tell you that if not for that one luck... more

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On this episode of Celebrity Jobber REWINDS, Brent Smith from Shinedown. What would have happened if Brent never got his big break? What type of work would he be doing if he wasn't famous for being the lead vocalist and one of the main songwriters of... more

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Brent Smith
Lead singer of Shinedown
Shinedown
Episode: Celebrity Jobber REWINDS - Brent Smith from Shinedown
Zachary Levi
Actor best known for Chuck; producer and musician
Wildwood Productions (production company)
Episode: Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito - Zachary Levi
Tommy Shaw
Singer-guitarist known for Styx
Styx
Episode: Celebrity Jobber REWINDS - Tommy Shaw
Duane Betts
Musician in Duane Betts & Palmetto Motel; Allman Betts Band
Duane Betts & Palmetto Motel / Allman Betts Band
Episode: Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito - Duane Betts
Mark Harmon
Actor, author, long-time NCIS star
Actor | NCIS
Episode: Celebrity Jobber REWINDS - Mark Harmon
Ryan Stiles
Actor/Comedian known for Whose Line Is It Anyway, Leanne on Netflix
Episode: Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito - Ryan Stiles
Pat Boone
American singer and actor, long-time recording artist and television/radio personality
Episode: Celebrity Jobber REWINDS - Pat Boone
Marc Summers
Host of Nickelodeon's Double Dare; TV host and executive producer
Nickelodeon / Entertainment Industry
Episode: Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito - Marc Summers
Bret Michaels
Lead singer of Poison, musician and entertainer
Poison / solo artist
Episode: Celebrity Jobber REWINDS - Bret Michaels

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Jeff Zito
Host of Celebrity Jobber Podcast

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 3.5k ratings
  • An Outstanding Podcast and a MUST Listen!

    Celebrity Jobber is an incredibly entertaining and engaging podcast. Jeff Zito is a fantastic interviewer, thoughtful, insightful, genuinely curious, and exceptionally good at bringing out the best in his guests. He has a natural ability to make each conversation feel authentic and interesting while asking the questions that make you want to keep listening.

    The guests are extremely interesting, with fascinating backgrounds, careers, and stories. Every episode offers a great mix of entertainment... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Match Brothers President
    United States23 days ago
  • Always a good time!

    Been a listener for years and Zito is always a good listen! 🤘

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EKRed7
    United States24 days ago
  • And I thought it was just rock stars…

    Jeff Zito takes this to the next level with Dr. Pimple Popper. She’s truly a celebrity with shows airing on Lifetime and Celebrity Jobber! You just never know what guest to expect from Zito!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marc Z 876
    United States4 months ago
  • Very cool to scroll And listen

    Awesome to

    Check in and just scroll the latest Jobbers. Love

    The comedians, artists, and gross as hell pimple

    Poppers !!! Haaa - she is great even for those with weak stomach. Ugggg!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MrBeachHouse.com
    United States4 months ago
  • A+

    I don’t know how the hell Zito gets the guests he gets, but it’s damn good. Not many can talk the talk like Jeff, who’s a bit of a jobber himself.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ryno1070
    United States4 months ago

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Host is praised for being thoughtful, curious, and able to draw out deep, personal stories from guests.
Some listeners note pacing as a potential area to tighten, but overall positive reception.
Listeners enjoy the mix of humor, honesty, and behind-the-scenes industry anecdotes.

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Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito - Duane Betts
Q: Tell me about the drums and where that love came from.
He recalls asking his dad for a drum set, getting a makeshift kit from a spare drum set in the band's warehouse, and developing a lifelong passion for drumming that led to his professional pathway.
Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito - Duane Betts
Q: When did you figure out in your mind? When did that enter your mind to where you were really serious about becoming a professional musician and this being your life?
Duane explains that he started with drums, shifted to guitar at 13, and treated music like schooling, with a strong early sense that being in a band was his path, while acknowledging the hard work and uncertainty of the industry.
Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito - Zachary Levi
Q: Can you tell me about the moment that everything changed for you?
Levi describes Chuck as the lead role that brought national visibility, recognizing it as a turning point, even though he later suggests it wasn't the moment that changed everything for him personally, indicating a nuanced view of his big break.
Celebrity Jobber REWINDS - Pat Boone
Q: What about your first job, Pat? Do you remember your first ever job out of show business? What was the first paying gig you ever had?
Pat Boone recalls working for his father as a laborer during high school, digging ditches and pouring concrete, which was his first paid work before his show business career took off.
Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito - Marc Summers
Q: How did you land the Double Dare gig and what did that change look like in your life?
He auditioned in LA, stood out among many candidates, delivered a strong moment by cutting to a commercial, and that impulsive choice helped secure the job and launched his public recognition and subsequent opportunities.

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What is Celebrity Jobber Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This series centers on intimate conversations with actors, musicians, athletes, comedians, and cultural icons about life before fame. Guests recount their first jobs, early struggles, near-misses, and the doors that finally opened, offering candid insights into perseverance, luck, and the realities of chasing a breakout moment. The tone blends humor with hard-earned wisdom, often touching on rejection, quirky early gigs, and the stubborn belief that persistence can outpace talent gaps. A notable strength is the breadth of guests—from rock stars to comedians to athletes—providing diverse, human-scale stories that illuminate how fame can hinge on small, pivotal moments.

What makes this show stand out is its consistent focus on the pre-fame j... more

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1. Brent Smith
2. Zachary Levi
3. Tommy Shaw
4. Duane Betts
5. Mark Harmon
6. Ryan Stiles
7. Pat Boone
8. Marc Summers

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