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The word “jobber” is defined in popular culture as somewhat of a journeyman. The movie Rocky tells the story of a boxing jobber, who defies the odds to become the world heavyweight champion. Talk radio veteran Jeff Zito speaks with celebrities about their first job. If not for their big break, what would they have become? Were they destined to be rich and famous? Or were they almost a jobber?

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Nate Bargatze is on Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito this week. What type of work would Nate be doing if not for being a Grammy-winning comedian, actor, producer, director, and New York Times bestselling author? Many celebrities will tell you that if ... more

Clint Black is on Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito this week. What type of work would Clint be doing if not for being a Grammy-winning country music singer, songwriter, musician, actor, and record producer? Many celebrities will tell you that if not f... more

Cedric the Entertainer is on Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito this week. What type of work would Cedric be doing if not for being a comedian, actor, TV host, and one of the original Kings of Comedy? Many celebrities will tell you that if not for that ... more

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Cedric the Entertainer is on Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito this week. What type of work would Cedric be doing if not for being a comedian, actor, TV host, and one of the original Kings of Comedy? Many celebrities will tell you that if not for that ... more

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Clint Black
Legendary country artist
Artist
Episode: Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito - Clint Black
Jim Breuer
Comedian, former Saturday Night Live cast member, star of Half Baked
entertainer
Episode: Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito - Jim Breuer
Cedric Antonio Kyle
A-list comedian and actor known as Cedric the Entertainer
Cedric the Entertainer / Celebrity
Episode: Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito - Cedric the Entertainer
Robert Fitzgerald Diggs
RZA, Wu-Tang Clan member and multi-haceted artist
Wu-Tang Clan / One Spoon of Chocolate
Episode: Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito - RZA Wu Tang Clan
Mayte Garcia
Former wife of Prince; member of Prince's New Power Generation; philanthropist and animal rescuer
Live for Love Charities; Mayte Garcia's Rescue
Episode: Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito - Mayte Garcia
Rachel Bolan
Bassist for Skid Row; solo artist
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Episode: Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito - Rachel Bolan from Skid Row
Corbin Bernsen
Actor known for LA Law, Major League; guest on the episode
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Episode: Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito - Corbin Bernsen
Wes Scantlin
Lead singer of Puddle of Mudd
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Episode: Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito - Wes Scantlin (Puddle of Mudd)
Andrew McCarthy
Actor, director, filmmaker, travel writer, author
Author of Who Needs Friends?
Episode: Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito - Andrew McCarthy

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Jeff Zito
Host of Celebrity Jobber Podcast with Jeff Zito; radio veteran known for guiding guests through their early jobs and big-break moments.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 2.3k ratings
  • How original!

    I take umbrage with some of the guests being classified as “jobbers” because some of them are still A-list within their respective industries, but still worth listening to. Some others will always be A-list in a lot of people’s hearts, and the rest are still fascinating people who have made an indelible impact on their crafts/professions and definitely have a story worth hearing. This is a really great idea and I thank you. Pretty cool.

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    YUsucksobad
    United States7 months ago
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    Hey

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    Mergfnn
    United Statesa year ago
  • Nice

    Very Nice Podcast ❤️‍🩹💙

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Robert6556
    United States2 years ago
  • Great Podcast

    It’s amazing podcast 😍❤️

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    Robart48
    South Africa2 years ago
  • Awesome Podcast

    Jeff does a great job interviewing celebrities and getting them to tell their stories before they made it. So funny to hear about their first jobs. Very entertaining!!

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    New Jersey 35
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the unique focus on backstories before fame and the host's engaging interview style.
The show is praised for humor, warmth, and the research depth that brings out personal perspectives.
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Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito - Cedric the Entertainer
Q: What was your first job, and how did it shape your path before the break into entertainment?
His earliest work included janitorial duties, followed by a period as a substitute teacher; he also worked at State Farm, which he kept as a safety net while pursuing comedy.
Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito - Cedric the Entertainer
Q: Is there that pivotal moment, that big break or that moment that changed your life?
Yes, winning a major Chicago comedy competition in the late eighties elevated him from a local act to national visibility, leading to features in Jet and Ebony and opening doors to bigger opportunities.
Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito - Jim Breuer
Q: What was your very first break into show business if SNL wasn't the first thing?
Breuer points to his early work in drama, his high school and college theater experience, and his first TV exposure with the Uptown Comedy Club, which gave him national recognition before SNL.
Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito - RZA Wu Tang Clan
Q: Where did the film idea for One Spoon of Chocolate originate, and how did it evolve?
The concept emerged and evolved over years, with significant development during the writer's strike period and collaboration with Quentin Tarantino, culminating in a project that blends personal experience with stylized, cinematic storytelling.
Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito - RZA Wu Tang Clan
Q: Can you tell me a specific moment in your life that changed everything for you?
Hearing the Wu-Tang track Protect Ya Neck on a real radio station marked a pivotal turning point, fueling belief that a major breakthrough was possible and propelling him to pursue music and artistry with renewed focus.

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A storytelling-focused interview series that centers on celebrities' earliest jobs and the pivotal moments that propelled them toward fame. Across episodes, listeners get candid anecdotes about humble beginnings, lessons learned, and the often winding path to success in music, film, and entertainment. The host's mix of warmth, humor, and research tends to draw out behind-the-scenes details and authentic reflections on resilience, reinvention, and what might have been under different circumstances. A standout pattern is how early work experiences, family influence, and chance moments shape long-term careers, making it easy for prospective guests and sponsors to gauge relevance to audiences interested in career journeys, personal growth, and ... more

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Recent guests on Celebrity Jobber Podcast include:

1. Clint Black
2. Jim Breuer
3. Cedric Antonio Kyle
4. Robert Fitzgerald Diggs
5. Mayte Garcia
6. Rachel Bolan
7. Corbin Bernsen
8. Wes Scantlin

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