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The Bonfire with Big Jay Oakerson and Robert Kelly

SiriusXM
Comedy
Corey Feldman
Siriusxm
New York City
Stand-Up Comedy
Skankfest
Thanksgiving
Drowning
Betterhelp
Iron Maiden
Celebrity Culture
Halloween
Dancing On Ice
Dane Cook
Sobriety
Philadelphia
Parenting
Relationships
Black Culture
Social Media

The Bonfire is a live daily show on SiriusXM’s Faction Talk channel, hosted from New York City by veteran stand-up comedians Big Jay Oakerson and Robert Kelly. With their trademark blunt humor and unfiltered honesty, Jay and Bobby invite listeners into hilarious, no-holds-barred conversations about life on and off the stage, the comedy scene, pop culture, entertainment, and sports. Regular guest a... more

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Jim Scampoli and Mike Steele from the "Jim & Them" podcast, join forces with the Bonfire for the first time. These guys are experts in the world of Corey Feldman. Corey actually accuses Jim and Them of ruining his life and stealing his content. Bob a... more

Everlast joins the Bonfire live in studio and brings his guitar. He talks about writing different types of songs now that he's lived a life past House Of Pain and has been through some things. Everlast got divorced and opens up about his heart proble... more

The summer of concerts continues as Jay brings another group of friends to see live music. This time it was Iron Maiden and Megadeth at a soccer stadium in New Jersey. Bobby meets Jay at his majestic home and cannot get over the opulent way in which ... more

Jay watches a new documentary about the Michael Jackson trials and has all new insights into the King Of Pop. Like a real sleuth, he digs into a different MJ doc to cross-reference the facts. Jay wonders what Neverland Ranch being used for today and ... more

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Recent Guests

TJ Miller
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Guest on The Bonfire
Episode: Manson Zombie Parking Lot Show
Lev Fer
Stand-up comedian
Comedian
Episode: Heartbreakingly Fat with Lev Fer
Jason Ellis
Guest introduced as the great Jason Ellis, known for his sports and entertainment persona
Jason Ellis Foundation / media presence
Episode: Five Ball Facehugger w/Jason Ellis
The Round Guy
Comedy duo member mentioned in stories about the Boston scene
Red Johnny & The Round Guy
Episode: The Round Guy Calls In
Red Johnny
Comedy duo member mentioned in stories about the Boston scene
Red Johnny & The Round Guy
Episode: The Round Guy Calls In
Jordan Milato
Eagles player mentioned in context
Philadelphia Eagles
Episode: Goosed Up To Win
Meek Mill
Performer of Dreams and Nightmares during the event
Meek Mill (artist)
Episode: Goosed Up To Win
Bam Margera
Guest who attended and appeared on-site
Entertainment figure
Episode: Goosed Up To Win
Jason Kelce
NFL player who introduced Meek Mill
Philadelphia Eagles
Episode: Goosed Up To Win

Hosts

Big Jay Oakerson
Host of The Bonfire; veteran stand-up comedian with frequent live-show setups and strong on-air presence.
Robert Kelly
Co-host of The Bonfire; veteran stand-up comedian known for blunt, candid humor.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 7.7k ratings
  • You can tell bob lies

    Bobby is making up stories as he goes and it’s so clear he doesn’t know the next thing he’s going to say , if you can’t tell may god bless you

    Jay is DA GOAT

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Praise allah mcdavid
    United States2 months ago
  • Adam Granduciel

    Adam Granduciel is from Massachusetts according to Wikipedia. Doesn’t say anything about Philly.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gofkurselfyoufk
    United States2 months ago
  • It’s ight.

    Jay and everyone else makes the show enjoyable. I usually pop over to soders pod immediately after to get my jay and Dan fix. Christine is better than Bobby. If the show gets cancelled, it’s Bobby Kelly.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    PodcastConsumer1192
    United States2 months ago
  • Love letters to Jerry

    Jay & Bobby are joined by guest Dan Soder to review Jay’s love letter to Jerry O’Connell. I love all of you. Thank you for all you do.

    My face and chest still hurt.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    THEKING772
    United States2 months ago
  • Way to go Bob

    Bobby turned it around. Keep up the good work boys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Laaaange
    United States3 months ago

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Everlast In Studio
Q: What inspired the collab between Everlast and multi-genre producers in Nashville?
Everlast explains that moving to Nashville for a writing and production process helped himstep away from his own studio's limitations, enabling fresh, cohesive blends of hip-hop with singer-songwriter sensibilities.
The Fighter & The Smurf
Q: How many rounds are you doing?
Four rounds still; it's a hometown four-rounder, with Will the Ghost Gill-Met fighting on the main card and the crew teasing a future post-fight outcome.
Traveling Funk with Mike Finoia
Q: What do you think about turning David Vox Mullen into a recurring reviewer for new specials?
The group seemed intrigued by the idea, seeing it as a way to keep the roast energy while giving the guest a legitimate platform, and they discussed how to structure short, timed takes.
Park Comedy with Colum Tyrrell
Q: What was the plan if TI actually showed up and sat with the hosts?
They intended to improvise around TI's presence, keep the energy high, and potentially pivot to discussing his comedy special and future appearances.
Simulated Drowning w/MrBallen
Q: Why did you leave the SEAL team?
After completing the grueling training and realizing the lifestyle didn't suit him, MrBallen felt that serving in the SEAL teams wasn't a long-term plan for his life.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Bonfire

What is The Bonfire about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A blistering, live late-afternoon show built on blunt humor, fast-paced banter, and unfiltered takes about life on and off the stage, the stand-up scene, pop culture, sports, and current events. Regular dynamics between two veteran hosts balance outrageous stories with candid riffs, often featuring guests—from comedians to musicians and athletes—who contribute anecdotes, road-life updates, and provocative viewpoints. Notable by its freeform, improv-heavy format, frequent sponsor reads, and high-energy crowd presence, the show prides itself on bold, unpolished conversations that can swing from risqué humor to surprisingly insightful commentary.

What stands out is the ongoing chemistry between the hosts, a steady stream of celebrity sightlin... more

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1. Robert Kelly's You Know What Dude!
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3. Story Warz
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Recent guests on The Bonfire include:

1. TJ Miller
2. Lev Fer
3. Jason Ellis
4. The Round Guy
5. Red Johnny
6. Jordan Milato
7. Meek Mill
8. Bam Margera

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