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The Complete Disaster Podcast

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Minnesota
Comedy
Minneapolis, United States
Alzheimer's Disease
Hollywood
Minneapolis
Minnesota Twins
Homeschooling
Stand-Up Comedy
World Cup
Dancing With the Stars
Michael Jackson
Politics
Golf
Ventriloquism
Toy Story 5
Radio
Moral Rearmament
Oscars
Insomnia

The Complete Disaster Podcast

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Every generation has its crap that teenagers spray on themselves to smell better. Or at least, what they think is better. In the days of yore it was Hai Karate. Then it was Axe. What is it today? We don't know, because we still smell like propellant ... more

Apparently cigarettes and THC are cool again, because everything is cyclical, including addictions. Great news for fans of 1960s vices. Also great news for people who want to do a lot of coke in about ten years.

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Cindy Crawford's son Presley... more

Some people hear about a 70 mile bike ride and think "sounds like a challenge worth taking". Personally, I do not think that, but some do. Those are the people who raise thousands for Alzheimer's research and support. As for the rest of us, we're con... more

(Part 4)

John and Tom have known one another for a very long time. They've both known Jack Hicks for a long time as well. Are you thinking what I'm thinking? And by "I'm", I mean "they're".

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Recent Guests

Eric Zuley
Entrepreneur known for Easy Way broadcasting and social media strategy for celebrities
Easy Way Broadcasting / The Easy Way
Episode: [Lost Episode] Eric Zuley
Nicho Roessler
Fantasy football writer and sports media personality; works with RotoBaller
RotoBaller
Episode: Nicho Roessler, stats guy
Russell Van Brocklin
New York State Senate-funded dyslexia researcher
Dyslexia research (NYS funding)
Episode: Getting a home run against childhood neurodivergence
Kristyn Bernard
Guest who called in to discuss DWTS season 35 cast reveal
Episode: Kristyn calls in with the DWTS season 35 cast
Ephraim Herschmann
Guest interviewed about family background, podcasting, and paranormal interests
Independent podcaster/entrepreneur (guest)
Episode: Ephraim Herschmann comes together at the last second
Dick Wybrow
Minnesota-born radio host and author; guest on the show
Episode: Dick Wybrow is a Minnesotan and radio guy, but not a Minnesota radio guy
Christine Handy
International model and cancer survivor featured in the film Hello Beautiful
Film/Hello Beautiful
Episode: Christine Handy is a cancer survivor, not a soprano
Margaret Eastman Smith
Writer and historian
Self-employed author
Episode: Margaret Eastman Smith with a literal and figurative moral re-armament
Gaylen Wilson
Heart transplant survivor, founder of the Monument Method Institute
Monument Method Institute
Episode: Gaylen Wilson's got a new heart and a Monument Method

Hosts

Tom Barnard
Host of The Tom Barnard Podcast with a long-running career in local radio; central figure in ensemble conversations and humor-driven banter.
Kathryn Brandt
Co-host and family member on the show; provides balance with political and entertainment commentary.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 726 ratings
  • Incredible family chemistry

    Love this group so much! I knew I wanted to join the conversation the minute they popped up on my PodMatch page and hopefully I can come back again one day. Real people, real conversations, no worries over barking dogs and chattering children. Tune in! So glad I did.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kira Hartley Klinger
    United States2 months ago
  • Great show.

    Thanks for making me feel like a part of the family.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Davemowry2
    United States2 months ago
  • Yawn

    Nobody cares

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    wildp0wn
    United States4 months ago
  • Nepotism At It’s (least) Finest

    The only bright spots on the podcast anymore are Kristyn Burt, Tim Lammers and Britney Arneson when they are on. Tom goes on and on about the same tired things every day – “Why can’t we all get along? I’m not a Democrat or Republican. We are raised differently. How did we get here?” Blah blah blah. This would be okay is once in awhile, but it’s every damn day. Kathryn Brandt is the most annoying person and does not let facts get in the way of her opinions. She never digs deep into what is actual... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Spicer is Nicer
    United States8 months ago
  • Don’t recommend

    He wasn’t good as a disc jockey and isn’t good as a podcaster

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    JAC041799
    United Statesa year ago

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Guests and segments are often lively and entertaining, though some episodes feel repetitive to certain listeners.
Listeners appreciate the ensemble energy and humor, especially the guest-driven segments.
Fans celebrate nostalgia and local culture connections, while critics seek deeper topic exploration.
The show's nostalgia and guest variety are strong positives that attract long-time fans.
Some perceive the host's political banter as divisive, with mixed reactions to guest diversity.

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Fernando Alessandri is back from Texas
Q: Why did you use a pseudonym for the writing project?
To protect the other author involved and to separate different professional identities, especially given potential licensing and reputation concerns in the psychology field.
Fernando Alessandri is back from Texas
Q: How old is his son?
The son is 12 years old.
Dick Wybrow is a Minnesotan and radio guy, but not a Minnesota radio guy
Q: What were some of the most memorable moments from your radio days that still influence you today?
Moments like doing remotes, helping listeners in live situations, and the sense that a local audience shapes a show remain foundational; these memories inform his approach to writing and audience engagement.
Dick Wybrow is a Minnesotan and radio guy, but not a Minnesota radio guy
Q: How did your move from Minnesota to New Zealand come about, and how has that affected your work?
He relocated initially for a radio career and then settled in New Zealand, where he embraces audience growth through live streaming and social media while continuing to write and promote his books.
Gaylen Wilson's got a new heart and a Monument Method
Q: How did the Monument Method come to be, and what does it aim to solve in relationships?
The Monument Method grew from real-life experiences with fight or flight dynamics in relationships; it promotes protecting the couple's monument by pausing conflicts with a sacred word, then repairing and strengthening attachment through eye contact, presence, and mindful communication.

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Recent guests on The Complete Disaster Podcast include:

1. Eric Zuley
2. Nicho Roessler
3. Russell Van Brocklin
4. Kristyn Bernard
5. Ephraim Herschmann
6. Dick Wybrow
7. Christine Handy
8. Margaret Eastman Smith

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