The Chris Ventura Show - podcast cover

The Chris Ventura Show

Chris Venturawww.chrisventura.com
A comical look at life and various everyday topics examined by the twenty/thirty-somethingish Chris Ventura from Southern California--with the random assistance of various friend co-hosts and crew, produced in the style of FM talk radio.
Last refreshed:
Follow this podcast in the Metacast mobile app to refresh it and see new episodes.
Download Metacast podcast app
Podcasts are better in Metacast mobile app
Don't just listen to podcasts. Learn from them with transcripts, summaries, and chapters for every episode. Skim, search, and bookmark insights. Learn more

Episodes

Show #24 - Out of Order: Post-Interview and Movie-News

From 7/15/09: Laura joins me to talk a little about my recent guest interview which leads us into talking about our own musical talents or lack thereof. Also: What is up with me and keeping things in order? And: A little late-breaking movie-news.

Jul 15, 200933 min

Music Special #1 - Natalie Gelman

From 7/13/09: Singer/songwriter Natalie Gelman joins me via telephone from New York for an interview. We discuss her current and past projects, her unique Miami to New York tour, and a few other interesting tidbits about life and musical inspirations.

Jul 14, 200937 min

Show #23 - Wanna Be Startin' Somethin'

Released 7/9/09: It's a two-fer as co-host Oscar AND co-host Laura join me to discuss the Michael Jackson Memorial as well as some of our earliest childhood memories of MJ--with some differences in opinion. Your mileage may vary. Taped 7/7/09.

Jul 10, 200929 min

Show #22 - Chris Explains It All

From 6/23/09: After a two-week break, I get together with Laura to discuss why I haven't been around. We discuss some of the personal problems and anxieties currently in my life--unedited and raw. Good times!

Jun 28, 200937 min

Show #21 - The Alternate Show #17: Group Podcast 4

Released 6/8/09: Taped on Friday, May 8th, this show was plagued with technical problems, so it was shelved and left to rot. After some heavy editing, here's the lost/alternate Show 17. Ryan, Joel, Jacob, Alex, and I discuss my birthday and getting old.

Jun 09, 200935 min

Show #20 - That's what SHE said.

From 6/5/09: Laura is back and this time we're talking about sexual innuendo in everyday life and in television we grew up with. Her and I went at it for 34 minutes. Nice.

Jun 06, 200934 min

Show #19 - Walnut Sucks: LA Football Stadium Update

From 6/4/09: I give another update on the Los Angeles Football Stadium situation along with my personal opinion on the matter. Later--my close call with lightning. Also, Who in the world would pick a fight with Betty White?! I'll tell you who.

Jun 05, 200931 min

Show #18 - All I Really Need To Know I Learned in Kindergarten

From 5/29/09: Laura and I get together to discuss a couple of subjects. First up: An update on what I've been up to over the past couple of weeks. Second: We learn about Laura's job which leads us into memories of life in elementary school.

May 31, 200937 min

Show #16 - Cinco de Mayo Show (Theater of the Mind #1)

From 5/6/09: Having recovered from my Cinco de Mayo celebrating, I've finally managed to upload the show--a little too much celebrating last night! Take a listen to hear how this eventful show went...even if it never really happened.

May 07, 200921 min

Show #15 - I Could Have Met Betty White!

From 5/01/09: Oscar and I get together to discuss the use of censorship on the show. Later, we get into a bit of showbiz news from this past weekend. Also, some brief thoughts on the swine flu.

May 02, 200926 min

Show #14 - The Show With Just Enough Drinking

From 4/28/09: Oscar and I get together to discuss a poll on the website--'Too Much Drinking on the Show? After the break, we hit up a little talk about fake 'CHiPs' and a little discussion about the 99cent store.

Apr 30, 200931 min

Show #12 - Group Podcast 3

From 4/18/09: Another group podcast--This time: on location from co-host Ryan's backyard. This time we try a little drinking challenge, I discuss a few gripes I have with people, about almost getting shot, and a few other things we shouldn't talk about.

Apr 21, 200934 min

Show #11 - The Infomercial Show

From 4/16/09 Special Offer! 10 Extra minutes! Act Now! Operators are standing by! Me and Oscar get togeter for a little hanging out and discussing our late-night addiction; watching infomercials.

Apr 18, 200941 min

Show #10 - Clips and Other Miscellany

From 4/14/09: To welcome new listeners, I review some short clips from past shows. For current listeners, I introduce some clips of material that was never used including pre-show banter, mistakes, and two unused segments (Football Stadium/OCD?)

Apr 16, 200933 min

Show #9 - Healthier Children--Adults Go To BevMo

From 4/7/09: Along with my friend 'Riley Youngwood' (fake name, folks) we take a brief look at an article on childhood obesity as well as a very little bit of alcohol talk. In the second half I discuss some changes coming to the show.

Apr 08, 200929 min

Show #8 - Another Group Podcast!

From 3/27/09: Another group podcast! There's more drinking, but as a public service, you can take a survery along with us to find out if you're an alcoholic or not. We also play a round of "$100,000 Pyramid." Guests: Ryan, Joel, Jose, Jacob.

Apr 07, 200943 min

Show #7 - And We're Back--Death Valley/Watchmen

From 3/23/09: I'm joined by my friend Oscar to discuss my recent trip to Death Valley. We also discuss what we thought about "Watchmen." Play along at home: When you hear the 1up sound, take a shot!

Apr 07, 200932 min

Show #6 - The First Group Podcast--The Blue Flavored Show

From 3/11/09: The first group podcast! What happens when you're drinking and several friends decide to show up? You tape a drunken podcast! In this podcast my guests and friends include: Ryan, Joel, Sergio, and Laura! [Taped extremely late on 3-6-09]

Apr 07, 200929 min

Show #5 - Leaving For Death Valley

From 3/11/09: A brief podcast taped while I was packing for my trip to Death Valley. I talk about my previous experience there as well as what I hope to expect during the trip.

Apr 07, 200914 min

Show #4 - Paul Blart--The Low Expectations Show

From 3/9/09: I discuss the relationship between watching Mall Cop and having certain expectations. Later, I discuss some future plans and a movie-going experience as a kid. Before listening to this particular show, leave your expectations at the door!

Apr 07, 200924 min

Show #3 - Arguments and More Relationship Questions

From 3/5/09: I discuss a fight between a friend of mine and get some very biased phone calls to support my stance on the situation. I answer a few more relationship questions. Finally, a little something cool from YouTube for you to hear.

Apr 07, 200929 min

Show #2 - Relationship Questions

From 2/27/09: I answer a few relationship questions that were written to me. Also, I discuss my thoughts on the Los Angeles Football Stadium they're planning to build in my area.

Apr 07, 200926 min

Show #1 - The First Show

From 2/25/09: An introduction to the show and a little about me. Also, my feelings about the recent format change at KLSX in Los Angeles which resulted in the end of FM Talk, my inspiration for getting into talk radio and doing this show.

Apr 07, 200931 min
For the best experience, listen in Metacast app for iOS or Android