Best Matt Donnelly Podcasts (2025)

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Matt Donnelly’s EV Quest 37:57

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15d ago37:57

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Thinking of swapping your car’s rumble for an EV’s silent zoom? In this episode, I am joined by Matt Donnelly, a Vegas magician prepping for the Foolers Live tour, who’s eager to ditch his 2016 Corolla but daunted by EV options. We dive into US EV life: conquering the 270-mile Vegas-to-LA trek, comparing Tesla’s slick chargers to Electrify America’…

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279. TVI with Matt Richardson 41:48

20d ago41:48

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Despite us repeatedly saying it's episode 289 at the top, it is in fact episode 279 and we're joined by the very funny Matt Richardson (@mattrichardson3) for a chat about hanging out with other comedians, hallucinogens and more! If you enjoy the podcast and want to support us as well as accessing full length episodes as well as joining our WhatsApp…

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But This Is a Stupid Thing That I Wanted To Do 1:06:32

4d ago1:06:32

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Penn, Matt, and Reddi Rich are joined on Zoom by Patreon backers for another exclusive Q&A! The evolution of thinking on taxes, Penn and LOD's origin story, Penn's thoughts on generative AI, knowing when to quit working on a magic trick (including mid-performance!), thoughts on notable magicians and magic during World War II, a morse code update, a…

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Episode 1217: Paul Has No Memory of Possum Cock with F. Andrew Taylor 1:31:29

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SUMMARY: Roaming artist F. Andrew Taylor stops by to talk about Christmapus, re-learning Photoshop, and his traveling sketchbook filled with old Geek Shock characters. Other topics include the future of The Churn, Bane's ethnic origin in the DC canon, Matt explaining to the kids what a "Brown Star" is, and is it the end of Alternate Realities Sport…

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What WordPress Media Operators Need to Know in 2025, With Jacob Donnelly 52:30

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Jacob Donnelly is the founder of A Media Operator (AMO) Over the last five year, he's grown AMO from a newsletter to a fully-fledged media organization. Soon after launching, Jacob moved from Substack to WordPress with the goal of owning his platform and audience. Jacob and AMO have covered huge changes in the publishing industry over the last few …

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281. Big Man 41:55

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We're back for a fun chat about Nectar deals, kids parties and much more! If you enjoy the podcast and want to support it while accessing full length episodes, the WhatsApp communities and more then head over to www.patreon.com/wearetvi and sign up for as little as £3 per month. Carl is out on tour from the summer starting at the Edinburgh fringe s…

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Episode 1216: South American Rodent Dairy Product (Doo-dah!, doo-dah!) 1:19:39

7d ago1:19:39

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SUMMARY: Faux PBRs and a Malört iced mocha whet our appetites for cheese. We talk about people who embrace the cruise ship life; Matt, not Jacob, has a public bathroom story; and ChatGPT pitches an unprompted flurry of joke material. Plus Scoop Mail, a story about "Sweet Caroline" with SJ and the band in Zoom chat, and an 'Impossible' Scoopardy.…

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Reform vs. Renewables: Is the UK's Green Future at Risk? 39:32

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Stepping outside my usual perspective, I dive into the political arena to examine Reform UK’s campaign against net zero, electrification, and clean energy. Joined by clean tech expert Quentin Wilson and Dan Caesar from EV UK and Everything Electric, we dissect Reform’s stance. We explore Reform’s economic skepticism and their leanings toward fossil…

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Episode 1215: Guess Who's Going to Dinner 1:44:29

11d ago1:44:29

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SUMMARY: Matt gets an invite to dinner from a cruise guest, but does he have to pay for Sprite? Big Sexy joins us on Zoom and has a GoFundMe set up for expenses after having a stroke. We 'rank' the smelliest poops in the animal kingdom and ask what temperature of urine is least offensive. Plus Scoop Mail with Big Sexy's hospital horror story, a Zoo…

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Pleasant People and Homemade Potato Chips 59:20

12d ago59:20

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Penn heads to Los Angeles and reminisces about Martin Mull, Matt reflects on his early improv and comedy career, returns to the seas for more magic (and maybe dinner?) and lots more.

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280. I wasn't coming! 41:18

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We're back this week for a chat about half-term, self love, rock and roll and more! If you enjoy the podcast and want to hear full length episodes as well as joining our WhatsApp community, head over to www.patreon.com/wearetvi Carl is off on tour later in the year starting at the Edinburgh Fringe. Check out where he's heading and buy tickets at ww…

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Episode 1214 - How to Get a Second Husband with Jackie Johnson 1:28:00

14d ago1:28:00

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SUMMARY: Comedian and podcaster Jackie Johnson joins us to promote her one-woman show coming July 11 to the Majestic Repertory Theatre in Las Vegas. Will Jackie's show have issues with the Backstreet Boys' debut at The Sphere? And what's the first step to getting a second husband? In Scoop Zoom chat, Ryer shares some sketchy words of wisdom, plus a…

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I Couldn't Hear You In The Dressing Room 1:12:33

18d ago1:12:33

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Penn rushes the stage in Philadelphia, Matt is assigned a surprising role by Penn, a question from a fan leads to a variety of solutions for magic props that just don't work, a new trick from a familiar friend of the show, and more.

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Episode 1213: Stink Eye for the Shoulder Check Guy 1:44:20

18d ago1:44:20

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SUMMARY: Matt gets bumped into while standing in line for ice cream, Paul deals with dog vomit without flipping out, and Jacob knows a guy who'll shoulder-check you inside a casino. Also, Matt and fellow magicians perform at a local charity event. Plus, live Scoop Mail tackles horse beans, cow eyes, stripping copper, and a Jock vs. Nerd Obelisk.…

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278. The Holy Bible 43:02

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We're back this week for a chat about religion, ill parents, karaoke, India and much more! If you enjoy the podcast and want to hear full length episodes as well as joining our WhatsApp community, head over to www.patreon.com/wearetvi Carl is off on tour later in the year starting at the Edinburgh Fringe. Check out where he's heading and buy ticket…

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Episode 1212: Soliciting for the End Times 1:36:04

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SUMMARY: The boys host a Zoom meeting with Patreon backers! Paul gets an unwanted solicitation. Matt waits for a flight behind a wary gun owner, visits Duluth, returns home for a school award ceremony, and designs a t-shirt. Also, a Zoom Scoop Mail story about reuniting with family and a Scoopardy.

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Episode 1211: Talkin' Shit With Jonesy 1:34:51

25d ago1:34:51

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SUMMARY: Jazz demon Mike Jones talks about his podcast, "The Stereo Image." We discuss David Silverman, the status of "physical media," early digital formats, Broadway musicals that Jonesy dislikes, and when songwriting was a living. Also, a tornado is coming! Plus Scoop Mail and a Scoopardy.

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I'll See What I Can Do 1:08:42

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Matt performs in San Antonio and hangs out with Tim Jenison, Penn embarks on an epic journey to see Bob Dylan and Willie Nelson at the Hollywood Bowl, and more.

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How to Make Your Publishing Paywall Successful, With Pete Ericson 50:16

27d ago50:16

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In this episode of the PublishPress Podcast, we interview Pete Ericson, the founder of Leaky Paywall. He has many years of experience building paywalls for publishers. Pete says that publishers are still nervous about paywalls, but increasingly see how valuable they can be. We talk a lot about the importance of newsletters in building audience enga…

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Episode 1210: Under Pressure Washing 1:20:11

28d ago1:20:11

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SUMMARY: It's been hot all week in San Antonio, but that hasn't stopped Matt from getting his 10,000 steps in, meeting Tim Jenison, and hearing mariachi music. Paul's improv class is postponed, Jacob and Paul talk about pressure washers, Matt's got an idea for Scoopfest, and Paul Lynde has a sordid backstory. Plus Scoop Mail and a Scoopardy.…

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Just Win Baby 1:14:47

1M ago1:14:47

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Penn & Teller join the Raider Nation, thoughts on the new Pope, Penn's book appearances for his new novel Felony Juggler, Matt moves up to the big room at the Magic Castle, and lots more!

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Episode 1209: Biscuits From Scratch With Arabica-cadabra 1:37:33

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SUMMARY: Matt spills his coffee in sight of The Alamo, John Oliver's talk about Malört triggers bad tastes in our mouths, and someone in Pittsburgh is a road rage queen. Also, cat-poop coffee, Michael Hutchence, complimenting genitalia, and hip-hop breakfast. Plus Scoop Mail and an Oops! All Traps Obelisk.…

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ChargeGuru: Bringing EV Power to Apartments and Offices 54:41

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Can EV charging be as simple as plugging in a phone for apartment dwellers or office workers? In this episode, I sit down with Dennis Watling from ChargeGuru, a company with over a decade of experience making EV charging accessible. Dennis explains the challenges of installing chargers in apartments and workplaces, and how ChargeGuru’s fully funded…

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How Native Advertising Can Drive Revenue for Publishers, With Matt Hoy 45:51

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Matt Hoy is the Chief Revenue Officer of Revcontent which provides native advertising for publishers. In this episode of the PublishPress Podcast, Matt talks about how publishers can drive revenue despite the challenges posed by changes in Google search and the rise of AI. Matt believes the key to success is trust. The advertising landscape is shif…

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Episode 1208: Candles for Sad Cats with Shanna Christmas 1:35:45

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SUMMARY: Shanna Christmas talks about her upcoming comedy special, "Highly Intelligent," premiering May 20 on YouTube. Shanna speaks about motivation for the special, storyboarding a stand-up routine, and the timing of "going to a dark place." Also, lightning strikes Jacob's mom and Paul's wiener slips out of his grasp. Plus a Scoop Therapy request…

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277. TVI with Hayley Ellis 42:55

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We're joined this week by the very funny Hayley Ellis for a chat about Wimpy, road snacks, green room riders and more! Check out Hayley on social media @hayles_ellis as well as her excellent podcast with Barry Dodds 'The Worriers' If you like our podcast and want to support us and receive full length episodes in return (as well as the option of joi…

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Episode 1207: Hug, Kill, Camo Pray 1:34:26

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SUMMARY: JJ is in The Churn, asking what month this is, does "The Radio Test," and lauds how Matt's act would kill on a Disney cruise. We talk about people dying on cruise ships, Regis and Kathie Lee, and love for Donny Osmond and Hugh Jackman. Also, why can't lesbians cook? And it's a Hall of Fame Scoopardy II.…

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Jane Borden - Cults Like Us 1:31:21

1M ago1:31:21

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Author Jane Borden joins Penn, Matt, and Reddi on Zoom to discuss her new book Cults Like Us: Why Doomsday Thinking Drives America, and explore the role and roots of cults in America, the American monomyth, theories on evil, how all of this factors into today's political thinking, and lots more.

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276. TVI with Will Robbins 42:52

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We're joined this week by the very funny comedian and actor Will Robbins (@willyrobbins on Insta) for a chat about Shakespeare, Only Fans and much more! If you like the podcast and want to hear full length episodes plus more then join us on Patreon over at www.patreon.com/wearetvi Follow us on social media @wearetvi @carldonnelly @juliandeanecomedi…

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Episode 1206: Bomb Pops and Glass Bottomed Girls 1:29:15

1M ago1:29:15

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SUMMARY: Paul returns to the show after a harrowing time without power. Matt recalls a story from his waiter days and uses tip money to buy a sweater vest. Jacob videos a protest and gets an unexpected tap on the shoulder. Also, the liquids that may or may not go into coffee makers, and a Scoopardy.

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Episode 1205: A Dystopian Barstow Happy Meal with Nicholas Newman 1:20:02

2M ago1:20:02

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Mayday! Paul is absent due to a power outage, but visiting Scoops Kevin and Susan help fill the void with their story attending the Penn & Teller show. Matt's playing the Magic Castle with Alex Ramon but has a not-so-happy experience getting there. Nicholas Newman joins in to talk about our new horse racing podcast and what's going on with the indu…

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Why the Most Successful Media Companies Use WordPress, With Ben May 49:46

2M ago49:46

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Ben May runs The Code Company, one of the most successful WordPress agencies in Australia. In this episode of the PublishPress Podcast, we discuss Ben's journey in the Australian publishing industry, the evolution of WordPress, and the importance of community engagement. Ben has tons of experience with scaling WordPress sites, particularly with com…