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The Wayback with Ryan Sickler

The Wayback with Ryan Sickler
Childhood Memories
Comedy
Nostalgia
Baltimore
Family Dynamics
Wrestling
Ryan Sickler
Christmas
Stand-Up Comedy
Chicago
Family
Childhood Experiences
Teenage Life
Childhood
Family Traditions
Houston
High School
Ali Siddiq
Driving
Netflix

Ryan Sickler and his guests take a seat in “The Wayback” for a nostalgic, wild ride filled with laughter, fond memories, and a touch of wistful reflection. Buckle up.

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Comedian Jared Freid hops in The Wayback and we head back to 1980s/90s Needham, Massachusetts!

We get into the craziness of Halloween as kids—the costumes, trick-or-treating, and some of the weird stuff people handed out, like popcorn and McDonald’s... more

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Comedian Kelsey Cook hops in The Wayback and we... more

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Recent Guests

Anthony Jeselnik
Comedian and guest on episode
Self
Episode: 141: Anthony Jeselnik | Mailbox Baseball & Pittsburgh Mischief | The Wayback with Ryan Sickler #141
Jared Freid
Comedian and Netflix special creator
Freid on Netflix
Episode: 140: Jared Freid | Halloween & Family Chaos | The Wayback with Ryan Sickler #140
Justin Martindale
Comedian invited onto the show
Episode: 139: Justin Martindale: Pool House Ragers & “That Summer” | The Wayback with Ryan Sickler #139
Kelsey Cook
Comedian and guest on The Wayback
Netflix; comedian
Episode: 138: Kelsey Cook: Foosball, Chinchillas & Weird Sandwiches | The Wayback with Ryan Sickler #138
Ryan Hamilton
Comedian, known for Netflix specials including This Just Hit Me
Netflix (via specials)
Episode: 137: Ryan Hamilton: Growing Up in Small-Town Idaho | The Wayback with Ryan Sickler #137
Anjelah Johnson-Reyes
Comedian; Raiderette; actress
Episode: 136: Anjelah Johnson-Reyes: Raiderette, Stolen Van & 90s San Jose | The Wayback with Ryan Sickler #136
Willie Macc
Comedian and guest on the episode
Episode: 135: Willie Macc: Teen Dad & Son of a Drug Dealer Turned Preacher | The Wayback with Ryan Sickler #135
Maddi Mays
Comedian and guest on The Wayback
Self/Comedy
Episode: 133: Maddi Mays: She Had TWO Uvulas?! | The Wayback with Ryan Sickler #133
Rafe Williams
Comedian featured on The Wayback
Don't Tell Comedy / Outside Dogs vs. Inside Dogs (YouTube)
Episode: 132: Rafe Williams: We Played Paintball with BB Guns | The Wayback with Ryan Sickler #132

Host

Ryan Sickler
Host of the show known for guiding nostalgic, candid interviews with comedians and storytellers.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.9k ratings
  • Love it

    Ryan’s laugh is infectious. What a great story, story telling and Pod

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Frys AZ
    United States5 months ago
  • Sickler is the man

    Gets me through the day at wok everyday check out the Honey Dew too!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NickFlair97
    United States6 months ago
  • Great stories

    Great podcast with excellent guests and stories. Im really enjoying the episodes with your brothers!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    missy2675
    Canada8 months ago
  • Sickler is the man

    I love Ryan Sickler. He’s one of, if not my favorite comic/podcaster working today. But there’s one thing about him: he’s gon’ pay for these goddamn podcasts. 🤣🤣🤣Off GATE, I KNOW I gotta FF at least four minutes. 🤣🤣🤣 Then he’s promoting for another two minutes. Then, they have ads interspersed throughout (to the tune of 4-5 thirty second ads) the rest of the podcast. And this is in a thirty minute cast!! 😀😀😀😀🤣🤣🤣 I love my dude, and I ain’t hating, just observing. Get your bag, Mr. S... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DYBIII78
    United States8 months ago
  • Brotherhood

    It’s great to hear family reminiscing about years gone by. My brother and my two sisters lost my dad two years ago and it does my heart good to hear siblings reminding each other of a simpler time or of a time they bonded together over a tough situation

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dogdad75
    United States8 months ago

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The show blends humor with heartfelt moments, making childhood memories feel relatable.
Listeners praise the host's infectious energy and storytelling ability.
Ads and sponsorship reads are noted by some listeners but do not detract from the overall positive reception.
Guests consistently deliver funny, vivid nostalgia-filled stories.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

141: Anthony Jeselnik | Mailbox Baseball & Pittsburgh Mischief | The Wayback with Ryan Sickler #141
Q: How did Mailbox Baseball begin for you and your friends?
Jeselnik explains it started as a group activity among about 11 friends in their neighborhood, turning on a spontaneous impulse to knock over mailboxes and then deal with the consequences, which eventually led to police and magistrate involvement.
140: Jared Freid | Halloween & Family Chaos | The Wayback with Ryan Sickler #140
Q: How did you balance humor and emotion when talking about your family in your Netflix special?
By leaning into personal truth and family dynamics, he found a more authentic voice that connected with audiences who relate to similar family experiences.
140: Jared Freid | Halloween & Family Chaos | The Wayback with Ryan Sickler #140
Q: What motivated you to revisit your hometown for YouTube content and a new trailer?
He wanted to test new formats on YouTube and tell the story from his perspective, capturing the neighborhood and school to show how his past informs his current comedy.
125: Paul Elia on Growing Up in 90s Detroit & Family Chaos | The Wayback with Ryan Sickler #125
Q: How old are you now and what was your origin before the move to Detroit?
Paul explains he is 38 and recounts growing up in Detroit, detailing where his family came from and how the move influenced their early life in the city.
124: Kelly Rizzo Got Arrested Growing Up Near Wrigley Field | The Wayback with Ryan Sickler #124
Q: What was your first paid job?
Her first paid job was as a cashier at Bed Bath & Beyond at age 16, followed by a summer receptionist role at her parents' real estate company.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Wayback

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

The run centers on long-form, nostalgia-friendly storytelling where guests share vivid childhood memories, family dynamics, and formative life moments, all anchored by a personable host who guides the conversation with warmth and humor. Episodes typically mix funny recollections with harder truths about growth, culture, and resilience, often weaving pop culture touchpoints into personal narratives. A standout pattern is the way guests from stand-up and acting backgrounds turn everyday moments into relatable, cinematic stories, delivering both laughs and relatable life lessons. The format tends to be candid, humorous, and deeply human, making it well-suited for listeners who enjoy memoir-like conversations and retro-flavored reminiscences wi... more

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Recent guests on The Wayback include:

1. Anthony Jeselnik
2. Jared Freid
3. Justin Martindale
4. Kelsey Cook
5. Ryan Hamilton
6. Anjelah Johnson-Reyes
7. Willie Macc
8. Maddi Mays

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