The Tom Barnard Show

This was Frank's first appearance on our show, and considering he was just on a couple weeks ago (and - surprise - is going to be on again in another couple weeks), it's safe to say he's been a show mainstay since the very beginning. His audio quality is a lot better now too!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode represents two things of the past. One, when gay marriage wasn't legal everywhere in America. Two, when we used to have state-level politicians on. Now, we're not saying having Richard on was a bad idea, but we are saying that during the lifetime of the show, politicians have averaged toward insane for longer than not. A lot longer.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We promised a Tracy-centric episode, and we delivered. I mean, she still spends a lot of it talking about her dad, but still. It's also one of the earliest instances of Kristyn returning as a semi-regular guest, before she became an extremely regular guest.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Wayne Dyer - who unfortunately died just a couple years after doing our show - joined us in the early days to talk about being extraordinary. And really, what's more extraordinary than doing an interview on a podcast from Maui? His daughter Tracy also joined us, and she even stuck around after to do her own episode. Hear that one on the next Lost Episode!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today's topic is local Chinese places. Here in Minnesota we've got Leeann Chin. In California they, of course, have some place that's like a hundred dollars a plate. Either way, it's good stuff, and you should probably eat enough of it that people can't see your bones through your skin. Speaking of which, Tim screened Wicked part 2, so make sure to hear his thoughts on that if you're interested.On the show:The familyKristyn BurttTim LammersTopics:Wicked: For GoodHollywood anorexiaChinese foodKevin SpaceyThanksgivingSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

First we had Mama Mimi, then we talked about the autism epidemic (such as it is), and now today we talk solutions for kids grades 7-12. We're full spectrum when discussing the spectrum. We've also got an update since yesterday: no, people are not going to stop talking about the Epstein files until they're actually released. If anything, they're talking about them more. Oh well.On the show:TomKathrynAndyKristyn BurttMike BryantBrittany ArnesonRyan RehnstrandTopics covered:Old cell phonesEpstein files partisanshipLionsgate academySpecial needs kids/kids on the spectrumSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Congress more or less unanimously voted to release the Epstein files, which is good news because it means people might finally shut up about them. I don't care who gets indicted, I just want to hear about something else. For example, let's hear about how having a hard childhood makes you a better comedian. Those defense mechanisms can be pretty powerful.On the show:TomAndyKristyn BurttJeff CesarioTopics covered:Social media trollsEpstein files voteLife in KenoshaLouie AndersonDennis MillerSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In Germany, there are no NFL-related territory wars. After all, how could there be? They don't have an NFL team. Instead, they just pick who they like. It's kind of like how in Florida, they don't have ice skating so instead they skate on whichever surface is most suitable to them. Well I guess it's not actually like that at all, but how else am I going to connect those two topics?On the show:TomKathrynAndyCostaki EconomopoulosKristyn BurttTopics covered:NFL game in BerlinMerry Little Ex-MasSynthetic ice/snowAutism epidemicSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

There are a lot of people with kids out there who need extra help with language. Whether they don't read well, talk well, or spell well, it can be hard to know what the best way forward is. Mimi seeks to solve that with a one stop shop for all your education and community needs at mamamimi.com. Then, once you're done with all that stress, why not melt into the couch and watch 4 identical Christmas movies in a row?On the show:The familyKristyn BurttMimi ManeshTopics covered:Keeping your politics to yourselfHallmark Christmas moviesFlying is unpleasantMama MimiNeurodivergenceSign languageSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's gonna be 65, but don't get used to it. This is Minnesota, and that means November is winter. Or at least winter-adjacent. But that's okay. You don't care how cold it is when you're watching the coming onslaught of Christmas movies and messed up thrillers. Why those two seem to correlate I cannot say. Yin and yang, I guess.On the show:The familyKristyn BurttTim LammersTopics covered:Christmas moviesIn-flight entertainmentThe airplane experienceRunning ManBlue Eyed GirlSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We talk about how nobody gets along a lot on this show. Too much, some would say. But it is a real problem. Kraig from Braver Angels knows this. That's why his organization gets people together from both sides to have conversations. And yes, it's very sad that simply getting people to talk and not immediately throw a hissy fit is something that requires an organization to achieve, but that's America right now.On the show:AndyKristyn BurttBrittany ArnesonMike BryantKraig FinwallTopics covered:AI-generated productsVarious docu-series and biopicsBraver AngelsConversations across party linesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Stalkers are weird. They're also weirdly common. It seems like every other person has a story of an ex stalking them to some degree. Why do they do it? Perhaps the same reason people think being so famous you can't leave your house is a good idea: some people are just wired different.On the show:TomAndyKristyn BurttTopics covered:StalkersDancing with the Stars 20th anniversaryTom BergeronGovernment shutdownTrump's $2000 dividendLifestyles of the rich and the famousSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's veterans day - not to be confused with memorial day - so let's take a moment to thank all the men who fought for our country. Then let's take a moment to thank all the women who had double digit numbers of children. Then let's get crazy and talk about nonuplets why not. Beats talking about sports or backed up sink drains.On the show:TomKathrynAndyKristyn BurttBob SansevereTopics covered:Veterans dayBacked up sinkSally Kirkland diesDogsBig familiesMichael Jackson biopic and controversyDeer huntingMinnesota sports and the suckage thereofSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We didn't set out to make a podcast about health. Things just turned out that way. Maybe it's because everyone is constantly losing and unlosing weight, making sure their mental state is sound, and getting diagnosed with various neurological disorders. Or maybe it's because we're secretly part of the MAHA movement and it's our insidious plot to get you to eat your broccoli. It could be either.On the show:The familyKristyn BurttTopics covered:Emotional wellnessADHD/Autism/Dyslexia/Etc.Med overprescribingWeight lossSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tom is 74 today, which normally would call for cake. Alas, the quest for pound droppage takes priority. But that's okay. You don't need cake to enjoy your birthday. Movies about evil extradimensional entities and tentacle-faced monsters who want to kill you are just as enjoyable. Depending on who you are, of course.On the show:The familyKristyn BurttTim LammersTopics covered:Tom's birthdayFavorite birthday cakeAIPredator: BadlandsIT: Welcome to DerrySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Health insurance keeps going up, which is no real surprise because everything has gone up by approximately 5000% since 2020. We just wish it would stop at some point. But you know what's even more expensive than health insurance? Being found liable in a civil suit. So if you have the choice between a tort or a doctor's visit, choose the latter.On the show:TomKathrynAndyKristyn BurttMike BryantBrittany ArnesonTopics covered:Health insuranceWoman who looks like Howard SternBrittany's theater storyMike's many trialsMarshawn Kneeland apparent suicideSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It wasn't a good 24 hours for airplanes. First one blows up in Kentucky, then there was the bomb threat in NYC. Maybe stay grounded for a little while, just to be safe. And while you're down here, why not check out the hundreds of things to do in Minnesota courtesy of Julie Jo Larson?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Andy's back, several pounds lighter. The Twins have a new manager and his record is mediocre at best. Bob's dogs ran away. And to top it all off, how about those taxes? The only news today that makes up for it all is that they chose this year's sexiest man alive and he's not a politician. Because you know they would.On the show:TomKathrynAndyCostaki EconomopoulosKristyn BurttBob SansevereTopics Covered:FootballSexiest man aliveNew Twins managerOld TVsMayoral elections todayWest Palm Beach taxesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Andy's family is still sick with a horrible stomach virus, which is ironic because that you're supposed to be getting sick from eating too much candy this time of year instead. The rest of the family did just fine though, with tales of Halloween making its way through the gloom here and there.On the show:TomKathrynAlexKristyn BurttEllen CousinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's Friday, and you know what that means: it's time for Andy to be absent because of an illness again. And it's also time for Tim Lammers. This Halloween it's the battle of the century, on one side being people who liked Frankenstein and on the other side being Tom and Kathryn, apparently.On the show:TomKathrynAlexKristyn BurttTim LammersSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.