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The Complete Disaster Podcast

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Dancing With the Stars
Minnesota Vikings
National Football League
Minnesota
Stand-Up Comedy
Alzheimer's Disease
Homeschooling
Minneapolis, United States
Minneapolis
Social Media
Gray Market Adoptions
Dyslexia
Breast Cancer
NFL
Resident Evil
Emmys
Ventriloquism
Technology
Education
Minnesota High Schools

We're a Minnesota-based podcast running since 2012! Tom Barnard has been in the radio business for decades and hosted the extremely popular KQRS Morning Show from 1986 through 2022. Andy is Tom's son and the one running things. He'll be the one responding to you on social media, emails, and however else you let your opinions be known. Also appearing regularly will be Kathryn and Alex, Tom's wife a... more

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There's a new documentary out about the production of Rocky. But we're not gonna talk about that today. Today is just a teaser. No, today is about Ebenezer, the new Christmas Carol adaptation starring Johnny Depp. The bottom line: it's good... more

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Russell Brand got sentenced what, 15 minutes ago? Three hours, tops. Well, there's already a documentary out about it. We have absolutely no idea how that's possible, but it is. It's called Open Secret, and you probably shouldn't watch it i... more

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Bad news: it's the end of the world. Population has reached infinity. Global collapse will happen within the next 24 hours. At least, according to an article from 1960. But hey, these are scientists. Trust the experts. We, for example, are ... more

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Ted is a lawyer. Law is infamous for being both difficult and boring. Ted wrote a book about a dog. Dogs are famous for being easygoing and fun. Put the two together and what do you get? Law that's easy and fun, ideally. It's called Greenba... more

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Calvin Mattson
Magician-comedian who performs comedy magic and uses humorous props
Episode: Calvin Mattson and Parker William are bringing magic back
Parker William
Magician-comedian who specializes in mentalism, including mind reading and suggestion
Episode: Calvin Mattson and Parker William are bringing magic back
Kristin Burtt
Entertainment reporter and interviewer
Episode: Creepy weirdos and Christmas movies
Mike Molina
Radio and podcast professional working in traffic and compliance at Audacy
Audacy
Episode: Lordy lordy look who's 75
Joe Anderson
Director of Business Operations for the Minnesota Frost
Minnesota Frost
Episode: Joe Anderson reps the Frost
Steve Windels
Comedian and creator of the Doctors of Comedy show
Episode: Steve Windels and Nate Hood are the degree-holders of comedy
Nate Hood
Comedian with a master's degree who performs on Doctors of Comedy
Episode: Steve Windels and Nate Hood are the degree-holders of comedy
Rory Paquette
Podcaster, real estate professional and former public-speaking trainer
Episode: Rory Paquette has two functional lungs
Al Isaacs
Memoirist, former comedian, improv performer, teacher, and professional wrestling journalist
Episode: Al Isaacs is back, and has a whole half hour this time

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 731 ratings
  • Like hanging with friends!

    Had such a great time talking about ’70s and ’80s music and just casually hanging out together. It felt more like chatting with friends than being interviewed. What a wonderful family! I’d absolutely be a guest again and highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TLCBD
    United Statesa month ago
  • 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 States4 months ago
  • Great show.

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Davemowry2
    United States4 months ago
  • Yawn

    Nobody cares

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    wildp0wn
    United States6 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

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    Spicer is Nicer
    United States10 months ago

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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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Joe Anderson reps the Frost
Q: So why is it that it took so long for the women's hockey league to exist?
Anderson explains that previous attempts were fragmented across separate leagues and groups. He says Kendall Coyne-Scofield reached out to Billie Jean King, who helped unite players and secure Mark Walter's backing for a professional league.
Joe Anderson reps the Frost
Q: So how have the Frost been doing in terms of attendance?
Anderson says the team averaged just under 8,200 fans per game last season, sometimes drawing more than 10,000, and its season-ticket base has grown.
Lordy lordy look who's 75
Q: Are movie theaters making a comeback now?
Kathryn says she does not think theaters are broadly recovering, noting that children's movies can do well initially while rising costs and home streaming discourage attendance.
Lordy lordy look who's 75
Q: What are you doing now?
Mike Molina says he still works in podcasting, handling traffic and compliance at Audacy, and hopes to advance while navigating industry job cuts.
Calvin Mattson and Parker William are bringing magic back
Q: Do you have a timeline? Like by the time I'm 30, I wanna have a Vegas show or is that even a thing anymore?
Calvin Mattson says Las Vegas is not a personal goal and that he prefers smaller comedy clubs, though he is interested in trying cruise ship performances. Parker William says he would consider opportunities if the money were right.

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1. Calvin Mattson
2. Parker William
3. Kristin Burtt
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8. Rory Paquette

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