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What You Do

Mark Thompson
Podcasting
Home Renovation
Dog Rescue
The Partridge Family
Leonard Nimoy
Halloween
Voice Acting
Halloween Movies
M&L Studios
California
Baseball
Comedy
Construction
Star Trek
Parenting
Cow Hug Therapy
KQUE
Music
Technology
Artificial Intelligence

“What You Do” is a podcast dedicated to introducing you to people you don’t know, who do unusually interesting things. This is comedy and compelling conversation packed into one.

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Latest Episodes

Today, the scary is everywhere! A man threw his own funeral and he wasn’t dead, plus a blind man in Italy received state benefits for 50 years, problem for him is that he wasn’t actually blind. A restaurant in Washington has a strict no phones policy... more

Cops brought an end to one man’s violence by serving him Dairy Queen, and celebrities are up in arms about a gas station dinosaur. Delivery people are stealing merch left and right, and Americans are feeling really good about marijuana. Nasa is plann... more

The best man at a wedding was never told he shouldn’t shoot anyone, and be careful of chat GPT; it apparently remembers what you talk about. What’s a skill everybody should learn, and how much do you think you need to retire? You may be shocked. Woul... more

The world’s largest great white shark breezed past swimmers in North Carolina, and a couple decides to divorce because their dog and cat couldn’t get along. I can clearly see that! JK Rowling is pissed off at Emma Watson, and lets her have it on soci... more

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Recent Guests

Professor Andrew Fraknoi
A professor who teaches astronomy for retired individuals and is the lead author of the free online book Astronomy.
SETI Institute
Episode: EP63 “An Alligator Walked Into A Bar” with Professor Andrew Fraknoi
Noah Wyle
Actor known for his roles in television and film, including the hit show ER.
HBO
Episode: EP53 “A Toddler Kills A Cobra With His Mouth” with Noah Wyle
Tom Bergeron
Television host known for his work on Dancing with the Stars and America's Funniest Home Videos.
Episode: EP50 “Two Grown Men Get In A Bloody Fight Over Pokemon Cards” with Tom Bergeron
Mike Sherry
Episode: EP45 “You Can Have A Much Bigger Penis Without Trying”
Tyler Hilton
Musician and actor known for his role in One Tree Hill
Musician
Episode: EP36 “A Complete Stranger Braided My Hair While I Slept On An Airplane” with Tyler Hilton
Katie Catherine Erin Thompson
Katie is the third child of the host and a recurring guest on the podcast, known for her humorous stories about work and her dog Nugget.
Episode: EP34 “Chick On The Pod”
Darren Hayes
Creator, songwriter, and singer of Savage Garden
Episode: EP28 “The Worst Human To Ever Live”
Gary Bryan
Los Angeles radio icon and current morning show host at K-Earth 101
K-Earth 101
Episode: EP27 “I’m Like the Santa Claus of Podcasts”
Michael Stringer
Publisher and Editor, Author of a Christmas Children's Book
Episode: EP21 “I Think I Love You”

Host

Mark Thompson
Mark Thompson is known for his engaging storytelling and humorous commentary. He brings a wealth of experience from previous roles in radio and podcasting, enhancing the show's appeal with his vibrant personality and comedic insights.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 235 ratings
  • Happy listener

    So glad to be able to listen to such an entertaining podcast with a familiar voice. As a long time listener since the 80’s, I’m blessed that you’ve continued to amuse me all these years. Thank you RG for all you do!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cheryl from Havasu
    United States2 months ago
  • My favorite

    As a longtime fan of Marks I was glad to hear him on the air again. I became a fan of his when he was on the radio and followed all of his subsequent podcasts. This latest venture is wildly entertaining while being about nothing in particular. He never fails to crack me (and himself) up.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    oregondave57
    United States4 months ago
  • Shows

    Mark always a great show each week love hearing them

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Steven Alonso
    United States4 months ago
  • What You Do…is just listen to it!

    Forget your personal problems for a bit and listen to Mark for a great laugh, shed a tear, self talk in the car! His raw truth telling, no sugar coating way he expresses and entertains…nobody else out there like Mark. Keep up the nutty entertainment Mark, thank you for What You Do..it’s appreciated each week💕

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    D_Nation90026
    United States4 months ago
  • He is still relevant

    I’ve been listening to Mark since day 3 of the M&B show and every thing you’ve done since. I don’t know why but your voice and antics have a healing energy about it. Love the show and thank you for the many years.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ron14-5
    United States5 months ago

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EP63 “An Alligator Walked Into A Bar” with Professor Andrew Fraknoi
Q: Do astrologists know anything about what they're doing?
No, there is no evidence that the arrangement of stars affects destiny, although astrology was meaningful thousands of years ago.
EP63 “An Alligator Walked Into A Bar” with Professor Andrew Fraknoi
Q: What do astronomers do?
Astronomers investigate what's beyond the Earth using various tools to learn about moons, planets, stars, and galaxies.
EP50 “Two Grown Men Get In A Bloody Fight Over Pokemon Cards” with Tom Bergeron
Q: And how did they all know Kevin Bacon?
Carl Reiner had a joke about how they all knew Kevin Bacon, which made everyone laugh.
EP36 “A Complete Stranger Braided My Hair While I Slept On An Airplane” with Tyler Hilton
Q: What was it like for you to see everything sell out after thinking people had moved on?
It was a shock to me! My music has become evergreen, especially because of all the teenagers discovering One Tree Hill during the pandemic.
EP36 “A Complete Stranger Braided My Hair While I Slept On An Airplane” with Tyler Hilton
Q: How did it feel for you to be standing on that stage and seeing that crowd enjoy what you were doing?
It was so weird, especially after being away for so long. I was a different person after becoming a father, and seeing the crowd enjoy my music made me realize how much I missed it.

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The content showcases a blend of humorous anecdotes and engaging discussions with interesting guests from various fields, which creates an entertaining atmosphere. The host engages in light-hearted but insightful commentary on significant topics from current events and cultural phenomena to personal stories about everyday life, often punctuated with comedic observations. This mixture of humor and deeper reflection is likely to resonate well with audiences looking for light yet meaningful conversations.

Unique elements include interviews with guests who have unique experiences, adding depth and variety to the comedic format, making it suitable for listeners who appreciate both humor and intriguing storytelling.

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1. The Woody Show
2. SmartLess
3. Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
4. Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend
5. Literally! With Rob Lowe

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What You Do launched 2 years ago and published 66 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on What You Do include:

1. Professor Andrew Fraknoi
2. Noah Wyle
3. Tom Bergeron
4. Mike Sherry
5. Tyler Hilton
6. Katie Catherine Erin Thompson
7. Darren Hayes
8. Gary Bryan

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