Getting My Act Together
370 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsJoe Smith is a San Diego-based standup comic trying to raise a preschooler and headline comedy clubs. This is a "comedy, self-help, American hypocrisy" podcast. New episodes every Tuesday and Friday at noon EST.
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Episodes
427. I'll Get It
March 26, 2024 16:00 - 48 minutes - 79.1 MBJoe talks about how karaoke gets it wrong, trying hard when you're not supposed to, and doing what the task requires but no one else is willing to do.
426. My National Nightmare
March 22, 2024 16:00 - 35 minutes - 17.7 MBJoe talks about terrible leaders, drivers and dreams.
425. Every Day Is Daddy-Daughter Day
March 19, 2024 16:00 - 41 minutes - 20.3 MBJoe talks about taking his 5-year-old to the zoo, doctor and St. Patrick's Day festivities.
424. Mr. Blue Sky
March 15, 2024 16:00 - 50 minutes - 82.2 MBJoe talks about trust, tennis in the desert, and his excitement about a new racist joke.
423. In It to Win It
March 12, 2024 16:00 - 30 minutes - 48.9 MBJoe talks about finding "The One," listeners who had a big weekend, and how little he does for the environment.
422. Strangers Things
March 05, 2024 17:00 - 43 minutes - 71.3 MBJoe talks about his daughter's multiple encounters with strange creatures, the death of a hookah mic, and the je ne sais quoi of Taylor Swift
421. What's Next
March 01, 2024 17:00 - 31 minutes - 15.5 MBJoe talks about an early-morning revelation, his daughter's continued obsession with parking tickets, and how he doesn't really mind the smell of skunks.
420. A Different World
February 27, 2024 17:00 - 43 minutes - 40.6 MBHard to believe it was only a year ago...
419. Riverside High
February 23, 2024 17:00 - 30 minutes - 14.9 MBJoe talks about trying to get Brent Star back on the podcast, the improbability of a (Real) Housewife trying to MeToo her maker, and how IVF changed his life.
418. Cross-Examination
February 20, 2024 17:00 - 45 minutes - 22.5 MBJoe gets a letter from Former Central Jersey Prosecutor and has a few questions in return.
417. Back In The Game
February 16, 2024 17:00 - 30 minutes - 15 MBWith renewed energy, Joe talks about Alexei Navalny, the Kansas City parade shooting, sitting courtside with his daughter, and one of his best friend's comedic success.
416. Super Hookah
February 13, 2024 17:00 - 31 minutes - 51.7 MBJoe doesn't really talk about the Super Bowl but discusses an open mic in a hookah lounge.
415. Spotify Removed Tools
February 09, 2024 17:00 - 30 minutes - 48.7 MBSo I can't figure out how to load Brent's intro. I didn't realize that until after the pod was recorded, and hopefully we'll have it back on Tuesday.
414. Sick Boy
February 06, 2024 17:00 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MBJoe talks about being sick, the atmospheric river and a podcast from the past.
413. A Reel Crisis
February 02, 2024 17:00 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBJoe talks about the atmospheric river, the ancestry of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, and the challenges in posting a daily Instagram reel.
412. Good Morning
January 30, 2024 17:00 - 53 minutes - 49.5 MBJoe talks about his wife mechanically saying hello to him, MAGA dads whose daughters like Taylor Swift, and a stranger immediately and comprehensively opening up to him about the most heavy moments of his life.
411. Sheriff in Town
January 26, 2024 17:00 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MBJoe talks about being a better listener to his daughter, questions his red-ass coaches and teachers, and reads and email from Former Central Jersey Prosecutor.
410. Missed Call
January 23, 2024 17:00 - 47 minutes - 43.9 MBJoe talks about his excitement that Greta Gerwig was not nominated for an Oscar, the joy of someone not taking your call, and artists persisting until they find greatness.
409. Grandpa's Hands
January 19, 2024 17:00 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBJoe talks about Mexican oysters, the former president's indefatigable drive, and what swatting really means.
408. Bobblehead
January 16, 2024 17:00 - 42 minutes - 39.5 MBJoe talks about why the podcast was late, taking a night nap with his wife, and the insane reason he wears a helmet while teaching his daughter to ride a bike.
406. Sadder But Wiser
January 09, 2024 17:00 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MBJoe talks about being honest about cheating, a good writing habit, and why Jo Koy should be glad he bombed the Golden Globes.
405. Law & Order
January 05, 2024 17:02 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBJoe talks about Aaron Rodgers and people who allegedly see pedophilia everywhere.
404. Getting My Reels Together
January 02, 2024 17:00 - 41 minutes - 38.5 MBJoe talks about connecting to positivity in the new year, ideas for his forthcoming Instagram reels, and the "real" Andy Cohen.
403. Lift Yourself Out of It
December 29, 2023 19:53 - 41 minutes - 38.5 MBJoe talks about taking a breath before taking action, the good and bad of validation, and the Wild West of Instagram comments.
402. First, Do No Harm
December 26, 2023 17:00 - 30 minutes - 28 MBJoe talks about getting through the holidays with minimal damage, female-on-female crime, and Irish people asking him if he is one of them.
401. It's Working
December 22, 2023 17:00 - 36 minutes - 34 MBJoe talks about his new social media strategy, living in accordance with your values, and accidentally hurting someone's feelings.
400. Garbage Time
December 19, 2023 17:00 - 42 minutes - 39.7 MBOn the podcast's 400th episode, Joe talks about cruising into the end of the year, learning a Christmas classic on piano, and a documentary about the pursuit of absolute perfection.
399. Just Make Some Dumb Comment
December 15, 2023 17:00 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MBJoe talks about the importance of people commenting on his IG reels, getting right with the grocery store, and making a new relationship in San Diego.
398. The Men
December 12, 2023 17:05 - 40 minutes - 37.7 MBJoe talks about his comedy energy, organic growth, and playing to crowds of strangers.
397. Getting Over on These Cashews
December 08, 2023 17:00 - 45 minutes - 42.5 MBJoe welcomes new listeners to the podcast, gets a perspective on his recent crime from a former prosecutor, and provides an update on his new comedy room in San Diego.
396. Defrauding an Innkeeper
December 05, 2023 17:00 - 49 minutes - 45.8 MBJoe talks about stealing from a health food store, doing more comedy with less stage time, and the psychology of persuasion.
395. Let Me Go, Boys
December 01, 2023 17:00 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBJoe talks about the passing of someone he romanticized and idolized.
394. An Offer Easily Refused
November 28, 2023 17:02 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBJoe talks about getting a new comedy room, ditching 20 minutes' worth of a podcast, and an interesting offer from a fellow comic.
393. Comedy First
November 24, 2023 20:00 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBJoe talks about two great shows with Ian Bagg at the Grand Comedy Club.
392. The Girl Is Alright
November 21, 2023 10:00 - 36 minutes - 33.5 MBJoe reads a touching email from a listener, wonders if someone was gaslighting him, and discusses something his wife told him about someone they don't know.
390. Tipping Point
November 14, 2023 10:00 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MBJoe talks about hosts hosting, continuing to push forward in San Diego comedy, and the evolution of tipping.
389. Amateur Hour
November 10, 2023 17:00 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBJoe talks about his first show in San Diego, getting another COVID shot, and running the light and getting played off stage at the world-famous Comedy Store.
388. All Due Respect
November 07, 2023 17:00 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MBJoe talks about bombing the right way, the relative utility of throwing a Hail Mary in comedy, and how we signal our value to the market.
387. Wind In My Sails
November 03, 2023 16:00 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBJoe talks about getting booked on a show in San Diego, his daughter going through a female rite of passage, and when enough looks like enough.
386. Some Guy Says
October 31, 2023 09:00 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MBJoe livestreams his search for a new comedy spot, talks about wearing a Halloween costume for the first time in 15 years, and tells of his daughter experiencing a female rite of passage.
385. Beat on the Brat
October 27, 2023 16:00 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MBJoe talks about his quick trip to Atlanta, his daughter's relationship with the Ramones, and accidentally watching Fox News.
384. 8 Miles
October 24, 2023 16:00 - 30 minutes - 28.7 MBJoe talks about an army of bears (the gay ones), the importance of feeling valued by the people around you, and how Egypt gets a free pass.
383. Struggle, Fail, Repeat, Break Through
October 20, 2023 09:00 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MBJoe talks about reappraising his relationship with a neighbor, what he really should have done with his life, and his daughter connecting the story of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer to the Civil Rights Movement.
383. Struggle, Fail, Repeat
October 20, 2023 09:00 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MBJoe talks about reappraising his relationship with a neighbor, what he really should have done with his life, and his daughter connecting the story of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer to the Civil Rights Movement.
382. ¡Varrio Si, Yonkes No!
October 17, 2023 16:20 - 44 minutes - 41 MBJoe talks about being a simp for firefighters, giving young people a break, and his new favorite place to do comedy in San Diego.
382. Just Some Bud
October 17, 2023 16:20 - 44 minutes - 41 MBJoe talks about being a simp for firefighters, giving young people a break, and his new favorite place to do comedy in San Diego.
381. Inside Baseball
October 13, 2023 16:00 - 45 minutes - 42 MBJoe talks about the Straight White Male ceiling in comedy, looking like an idiot at the beginning of a set, and making slow progress in the San Diego comedy scene.
380. Blasphemy
October 10, 2023 09:00 - 41 minutes - 38.6 MBJoe talks about two new Netflix comedy specials, engaging a canceled artist's work, and not judging material based on the response it gets at a shitty open mic.