This is Gonna Work

This is Gonna Work is a podcast following creator, sound engineer, and host Justin Borak as he tries to find a pilot that Audio Mint (the podcast network HE RUNS) is willing to pick up. He has fellow Chicago comedians on in an attempt to strike gold and create a new comedy podcast for the network he loves very much. This new pilot podcast will have new episodes and concepts every week with some of your favorite comedians, follow along and see if Justin ever achieves his dream of finally getting a real show on a real network!

Justin Borak is a comedian and producer from Chicago. You can see him on his TikTok (@mediocrejokes) being just as goofy or follow his other podcasts, Wrestling History 101 and The Explorer's Pack. Also, check out his podcast network he runs with a bunch of friends in Chicago, Audio Mint. Other than doing comedy, you can also see him through his apartment window in Uptown watching The Bachelor, The Bachelorette, and Bachelors in Paradise or writing for Flexx, Word Brothel, Shag Mag, and on Medium.

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Episodes

HIGH SCHOOL MORNING SHOW (Ft. Courtney Farney and Bailey McLaughlin)

This week, Justin is joined by Bailly McLaughlin and Courtney Farney (@friendsfromhighschoolimprov) for their weekly High School Morning Show, and everything is off the rails because it's PROM TIME! Courtney lobbies against big tobacco, Bailey is late...again, and Justin IS NOT A PIRATE. So, stop calling him that. If you enjoy the show give us a follow on Instagram at @tigwpod or follow the host at @justinborak and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Also, if you have a moment, go check...

Aug 03, 2021•46 min

Into the Vineyard (Episode 17-24)

This week, we release the final supercut for Into the Vineyard including the season one finale, The Broken System. This has been a six-month project I've been so happy to create and while I will be taking a break for the holiday, there will be more of ITV in the future. If you want updates, follow us on Instagram, @tigwpod and we will be putting all Into the Vineyard updates on there! If you enjoy the show give us a follow on Instagram at @tigwpod or follow the host at @justinborak and don't for...

Dec 01, 2020•1 hr 18 min

SMALL TOWN MATTERS (Ft. Adal Rifai)

This week, Justin is joined by Adal Rifai (Hey Riddle Riddle and Hello From The Magic Tavern) to talk about their hometown, Raddishat, WI! Learn all the gossip and little tips and tricks about our wonderful little village on this new show all about the town no one has heard of! If you enjoy the show give us a follow on Instagram at @tigwpod or follow the host at @justinborak and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! This show is a part of The Social Podcast Network if you wanna work with ...

Nov 17, 2020•54 min

Into the Vineyard (Episodes 9-17)

This week, Justin releases the second supercut of Into the Vineyard (with another secret episode if you listen to the outro music at the end). The series is a blast to make and it couldn't be done this time around without the likes of Jake Wagner (@jakewagneriii), Heather Banks (@heatherbanks43), and in the brand new episode...Olivia Gainey (@oliviaryang)! If you have any comments, criticism, or thoughts on the show let us know, we would love to hear back! If you enjoy the show give us a follow ...

Oct 06, 2020•1 hr 31 min

STAY INSIDE (Ft. Jeff Rubin)

This week, Justin is joined by Jeff Rubin (College Humor, The JeffRubinJeffRubin Show) to talk about something you can do to stay safely inside during this still growing pandemic and not be bored! Jeff and Justin talk about LiesGame.com, the online game Jeff developed and is an absolute blast. If you wanna check out the game and support Jeff, go to LiesGame.com with a few friends and try it out, and tweet about the game by tagging @liesgamedotcom. If you want updates on the show, follow us on In...

Aug 25, 2020•47 min

INTO THE VINEYARD (1-8)

Over the last two months, we have been releasing an audio fantasy series titled, Into the Vineyard. For today's episode, we will be putting out the supercut of the first eight episodes of the show. If you enjoy, we will be continuing to release episodes after the outro starting next week and moving forward. If you have comments, criticisms, or ideas, please reach out to us using our Instagram @tigwpod or reach out to me personally on all social media, @justinborak. Special thanks to Josh Kerr (@...

Jul 28, 2020•1 hr

NEXT TO THE GARDEN WALL (Ft. Corey Drennon and Freddie Powers)

This week, Justin is joined by Corey Drennon (@misscoreyeliza) and Freddie Powers (@freddie_powpow) for a companion episode looking at the critically-acclaimed, animated mini-series, Over the Garden Wall. Find it on Hulu, or anywhere else you can check out the series and watch it along with us as we goof and talk about one of the most brilliant shows of all time! For updates and news on the show, check us out on Instagram @tigwpod or @justinborak. Special thanks to bensound.com, Sydney Howard, a...

Jul 21, 2020•58 min

THE SOFA

With the huge presence of soft storytelling in podcasts, Justin tries his hand in THE SOFA. Take a seat, relax with milk or 7UP or something and listen in to the greatest story ever told about two best friends making the most important television show of our generation. Also, there are Frozen 2 Spoilers at one point. Just to let everyone know. If you like our show give us a follow on Instagram at @tigwpod and @justinborak and drop us a review! Don't forget to share and subscribe and see you next...

May 26, 2020•12 min

THE HARDLY BOYS (Ft. Keenan Odenkirk)

Justin is back with his bud, Keenan Odenkirk (@keenanodenkirk), to help him finally crack a case that has been confusing the minds of the Chicago improv community for years. Listen this week to this true crime thriller as Justin and Keenan end their career as comedians and become, THE HARDLY BOYS, Chicago's most unwanted brother detectives. Thanks for listening and remember to rate, review and subscribe and follow us at @tigwpod on Instagram for updates on upcoming episodes and news!...

Apr 07, 2020•39 min

GOOD MORNING JUICE (Ft. Jake Wagner)

This week, Justin has fellow comedian and health nut, Jake Wagner as they have an ASMR-ful episode talking about juicing and vegetables and what it sounds like when we talk quietly and softly very close to the microphone. Follow our guest Jake Wagner, @jakewagneriii and follow his improv team @liarimprov Also, don't forget to follow @tigwpod and @justinborak for updates on upcoming episodes and to make Justin feel better about himself!

Feb 11, 2020•30 min

POWER RANKINGS (Ft. James Dugan)

In the pilot episode of the pilot show, listen to Justin and his friend, of "Talking Shop" fame, James Dugan cause craziness in their place of work, iO Chicago, and rank all the Harold Improv Teams made up at iO. Want to make your podcast happen? Stir up drama with everyone you know in your place of work. Intro and Outro song by Austin Koenigstein Special guest, James Dugan, can be found on Instagram @duganitright and his podcast, Talking Shop, anywhere you stream podcasts. Subscribe and Review ...

Feb 03, 2020•43 min

This is Gonna Work

He has fellow Chicago comedians on in an attempt to strike gold and create a new comedy podcast for the network he loves very much. This new pilot podcast will have new episodes and concepts every week with some of your favorite comedians, follow along and see if Justin ever achieves his dream of finally getting a real show on a real network!

Jan 24, 2020•1 min

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