Jimbo's Paradise
62 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 months ago - ★★★★★ - 13 ratingsA variety podcast with radio personality Jimmy Green. Jimbo is a horror movie-loving, Texas-raised, aggro-music loving oddball with a lot to say, whether it makes a lot of sense or not. Simply a lot of whatever. Topics vary. 18+
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EPISODE 61 - . . . AND TO ALL A GOOD NIGHT (THE FINAL EPISODE)
December 10, 2023 16:47 - 1 hour - 133 MBThis is it. The last episode. Jimbo has assembled many of his past guests for a big inebriated Christmas party to bid farewell after 5 seasons of JIMBO'S PARADISE. This final episode has it all: conversations that will be permanently fried into your brain forever, prizes, and some of the worst but best bits we've ever had on JP. Thank you to everyone who has tuned in these last 5 or so years. While this is technically the official end of JIMBO'S PARADISE, one more episode will be rel...
EPISODE 60 - THE THANKSGIVING ROAST OF JIMBO
November 19, 2023 16:36 - 32 minutes - 45.1 MBAfter 5 seasons of running his mouth, it's time we take Jimbo down a few pegs. Enjoy.
EPISODE 59 - TALES FROM BEYOND THE PALE w/ LARRY FESSENDEN and GLENN MCQUAID
October 11, 2023 18:11 - 1 hour - 139 MBHorror audio drama Tales From Beyond the Pale's creators Larry Fessenden and Glenn McQuaid are with Jimbo this month to talk about the landmark program. Learn why they decided to start a horror audio drama series in the 2000s and what led to them being the best to do it in the modern world. Plus a lot of fun stories along the way and a lotta laughs. Get spooky with Jimbo's Paradise this October! For more spooky episodes check out: 6, 17, 23, 35, 42, 47, and 55
EPISODE 58 - SNL TRIVIA w/ WATERS
September 18, 2023 16:24 - 1 hour - 133 MBWaters is back so he and Jimbo can play SNL Trivial Pursuit. This is probably the best episode of this podcast ever.
EPISODE 57 - K.R.A.P.
August 30, 2023 01:35 - 1 hour - 119 MBJoin Jimbo as he shares broadcasts from his racecar driver grandpa's early 80s pirate radio station straight outta Glamis, California. This episode proves that whatever is up with Jimbo, it's hereditary.
EPISODE 56 - 9x9x9
July 25, 2023 20:57 - 1 hour - 109 MBJimbo and his friend Wes attempt the 9x9x9: 9 beers and 9 hot dogs during 9 innings of baseball. Join them plus hilarious guests like Jojo, KB, and Rodge Dodgson for thrills, spills, and some truly drunken conversation about baseball, sitcoms, and some of the best organ playing you've ever heard. It's one of those episodes that's hard to sell in a description, but you'll be glued to the end once you start. Go Fathers! Go Phillips! I don't even know who won at this point.
EPISODE 55 - A CHAT WITH GRAHAM REZNICK
June 20, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 103 MBGet ready for an incredible episode of JIMBO'S PARADISE featuring the multi-talented filmmaker, composer, writer, and sound editor - GRAHAM REZNICK! Peek behind the red (but they were supposed to be blue) curtains and learn more about his mesmerizing experimental film I CAN SEE YOU, his hit Shudder series DEADWAX, and his collaborations with renowned filmmaker TI WEST on chilling masterpieces such as THE HOUSE OF THE DEVIl and THE INNKEEPERS. But that's not all—brace yourself for a thrilli...
EPISODE 54 - SIMPLY MAD ABOUT THE MOUSE w/ SCOTT GAREN
May 31, 2023 02:04 - 40 minutes - 39.7 MBLearn all about Simply Mad About the Mouse, a longform music video released by Disney in 1991 featuring covers of well known songs from their movies done by popular musical artists of the time like Billy Joel, LL Cool J, and Soul II Soul. Jimbo has loved the feature since he was a kid and hoped to bring some more attention to a lost gem by chatting with director, writer, and producer Scott Garen who oversaw the project and many of the videos. They'll break down the tracklist, get deep behi...
EPISODE 53 - THE ALIEN FRANCHISE
April 22, 2023 20:19 - 1 hour - 68.4 MBJoin Jimbo for a one-sided chat about all things Alien along with dives into the Predator franchise, AI generated fortune cookie fortunes, deep thoughts, and a reading of some naughty xenomorph fan fiction. Grab a towel.
EPISODE 52 - Updates & Underrated Movies
March 29, 2023 03:39 - 1 hour - 77.8 MBDue to some unexpected delays, Jimbo decides to just have a chat with you this month about things going on in his life, with the bulk of the episode being about movies he loves that he thinks more people should see. Learn the truth about what's been going on behind the scenes of Jimbo's Paradise, and find out why it's coming to a close in December of this year after 5 seasons.
EPISODE 51 - GALENTINES
February 05, 2023 17:25 - 2 hours - 121 MBNO JIMBO. JUST GALS. Brib, Katie, Val, Nicole, and Star return to Jimbo's Paradise for a gals-only episode about love, lust, and some of the most embarrassing dating moments you've ever heard.
EPISODE 50 - ESSENTIAL TREMOR
January 18, 2023 22:51 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBOn this episode, Jimbo talks about his experience with essential tremor, a progressive neurological disorder that he was born with. He also chats with Patrick McCartney, executive director of the International Essential Tremors Foundation and gets plenty of eye-opening information about the disorder, its causes, treatments, and more. Visit essentialtremor.org to learn more.
EPISODE 49 - A MARGARITA CHRISTMAS PARTY
December 18, 2022 05:58 - 1 hour - 102 MBOh man, this one goes some weird places. A Christmas episode about margaritas quickly descends into chaos as special guests drop by for an unofficial JIMBO'S PARADISE Christmas party. This episode is basically just like overhearing conversations at a party and then wondering who invited you. And you're not going to believe everything Nicole tells us . . . with guests Trey, Eric, Cedric, Jordan, KB, Val, Nicole, Alvin, Wes, and Q
EPISODE 48 - THE WONDERS OF WEIRD AL w/ guest WATERS
November 21, 2022 05:22 - 1 hour - 183 MBWaters is back for the first time since season 1 of JIMBO'S PARADISE to discuss all things Weird Al in the wake of the release of his new biopic starring Daniel Radcliffe of Harry Potter fame. Jimb and Waters discuss Al's music, favorites, the new movie, Al in visual media, plus play some games like Weird Al Words and Name That Al. Oh, and look out, because around every corner, there's a righty conspiracy theory podcast host ready to infiltrate this episode.
EPISODE 47 - THE JP HALLOWEEN SPECIAL w/ CHRIS LAMARTINA
October 14, 2022 04:50 - 1 hour - 77.3 MBNote: This episode was recorded on Zoom and for the first time you can watch an episode of Jimbo's Paradise on YouTube. Just search the name of this episode. Chris LaMartina, director of such fine horror films as WNUF Halloween Special, Call Girl of Cthulhu, What Happens Next Will Scare You, and this year's Out There Halloween Mega Tape a.k.a. The WNUF Halloween Sequel, joins Jimbo to talk about his filmwork, fake archival footage, Halloween, and some of their favorites in the realm of ho...
EPISODE 46 - INTRODUCING GROFFIC
September 26, 2022 00:54 - 51 minutes - 47.6 MBJimbo's out sick this month, so Star steps in to interview new electronic artist Groffic about his new album coming out October 4th, 2022. Find out about meaning behind a lot of Groffic's work and the inspirations and influences that went into the album.
EPISODE 45 - KINDA LIVE FROM WRECK AND BALL VOL. 2
August 20, 2022 16:29 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MBJimbo had himself a fine weekend at Wrecking Ball Metal Madness Vol. 2. However, everything didn't go as planned for the podcast. Enjoy some chats with friends and anecdotes from the weekend's events.
EPISODE 44 - WAVEPOOLS
July 23, 2022 17:03 - 1 hour - 61.2 MBOn this episode, Jimbo is talking about amusement park wavepools. There hasn't been an episode like this yet.
EPISODE 43 - You Bet Jurassic
June 22, 2022 04:04 - 2 hours - 154 MBJojo is back to talk with Jimbo about a mutual passion of theirs, the Jurassic Park franchise. This one's a wonderful conversation between 2 dear friends filled with laughs, learning, and a lovable liopleurodon named Chonchi. They'll rank the 6 films, discuss their favorite characters, try out the new Carls Jr Jurassic World tie-in burger, talk toys, and so much more. Hold on to your butts, it's Jimbo's Paradise.
EPISODE 42 - THE SCARY GAME STREAM
May 22, 2022 21:30 - 1 hour - 65.6 MBJimbo does his very first gaming stream and it's WILD. He plays a horror game he's never played before and it's an entertaining time (for you, but not Jimbo). Don't miss out on what could arguably be the best gaming stream of all time!!
EPISODE 41 - Bon Voyage Tallhair Stevehands
April 20, 2022 06:00 - 2 hours - 116 MBTyler is back less than a year after his last appearance, and while this is a really fun one and a true fly-on-the-wall conversation, it's also got a bit of sadness to it. Tyler is moving and it will be the furthest Jimb and him have ever been apart, so Jimbo wanted to have him on again in person before that got harder. C'mon baby don't you wanna go back to that same old place, sweet home Chicajimbo.
EPISODE 40 - THE ABBASODE
March 24, 2022 05:10 - 2 hours - 128 MBKatie and Bribbo return to discuss the 4 Swedes that bind them with Jimbo, the one and only - ABBA. On this trip into paradise, they chat about their favorite songs, the new album, the A*Teens, Mamma Mia, re-cast Mamma Mia and Wicked, and Gagagool, a chat about Lady Gaga that (mostly) doens't involve Jimbo. Mamma Mia! Here we go again!Ty
EPISODE 39 - JIMBELATED VAL-ENTINE'S DAY
February 25, 2022 06:10 - 1 hour - 178 MBVal is back for the 2nd Valentine's Day in a row to talk love again. This time Val and Jimb hit record and the fun didn't stop until they both ran out of energy which can take a while. On this episode: MFK: Royals, 2 Lies & A Truth: Celeb Weddings, worst Valentines gifts, and some top notch First Date Tips. V-Day may be over, but love is infinite, idiot.
EPISODE 38 - REJECTED EPISODES
January 18, 2022 16:31 - 1 hour - 59.3 MBHappy New Year!! Jimbo goes solo this episode to talk about rejected episode ideas, plus re-introducing and re-acquainting everyone with what JP is.
EPISODE 37 - A CREEPING DEATH CHRISTMAS
December 21, 2021 06:30 - 1 hour - 150 MBTexas Death Metal champs Creeping Death stop by Jimbo's Paradise to spread some Christmas cheer this year. Enjoy some tour stories, listen as Rico gets kicked out of the band after an unannounced special surprise guest shows up, plus skinwalkers, fire alarms, and the whole band trying to gaslight Jimbo into thinking he hallucinated Dominic the Donkey. Don't forget to enter to win the special 1/1 of cover of their new ep The Edge of Existence. Listen for details.
EPISODE 36 - GONE COUNTRY W/ COLTON VENNER
November 21, 2021 20:46 - 2 hours - 208 MBWe're headin out west! Or sorta northeast? We're headin somewhere for this episode of JIMBO'S PARADISE. Jimbo's old friend, country artist and songwriter Colton Venner calls in to discuss country music, their favorite country albums, country albums for aliens, red dirt, and their respective journeys into and through country music.
EPISODE 35 - PARKER HOWRRORD
October 08, 2021 05:00 - 2 hours - 130 MBHappy Halloween from all the ghoul-rillas at JIMBO'S PARADISE. This month, Jimbo's old pal Parker comes to Paradise so they can watch 2 brutal films from Jim's collection, discuss their favorite horror films of the last year, their favorite horror soundtracks, and more.
EPISODE 34 - WHERE HAVE ALL THE SOUNDTRACKS GONE?
September 23, 2021 07:00 - 2 hours - 126 MBJimb's friend Dan stops by Paradise for the first time in over 2 years to chat about their favorite movie soundtracks. Not scores, just soundtracks. This episode is filled with fun anecdotes, you'll learn a lot, and find out about some soundtracks you definitely need to check out.
EPISODE 33 - THE MYSTERY OF THE RED COUCH
August 30, 2021 06:00 - 53 minutes - 49.9 MBYou can win a huge prize package if you can help us solve a 10 year old mystery in this episode of Jimbo's Paradise. Detective Jimbo is on the case tracking down clues, criminals, and witnesses on this true crime meets film noir episode. Listen in to find out everything you need to know, but don't be surprised if you can't solve the mystery. The answer is out there . . .
EPISODE 32 - THE QUEST FOR THE GOLDEN CONGO TAPE PART 2
July 19, 2021 06:00 - 2 hours - 118 MBThe thrilling conclusion of an original Dungeons & Dragons campaign written by Dungeon Master Taylor Ponzo. Jimbo, Abby, Kyle, and Spencer continue their quest for a legendary golden VHS copy of the Michael Crichton movie Congo. What terrors await them? Tune in and find out. This episode is part 2 of the Roll 2 Hit Trilogy (30-32) and part 2 of the D&D campaign (31-32).
EPISODE 31 - THE QUEST FOR THE GOLDEN CONGO TAPE PART 1 - A D&D ADVENTURE
June 21, 2021 05:30 - 2 hours - 128 MBIt's here!! The first half of an all new Jimbo's Paradise influenced Dungeons & Dragons campaign written by Dungeon Master Taylor Ponzo. Taylor and his wife Abby of dice and rug making company Roll 2 Hit come to Paradise again after their appearance on the last episode, along with fan favorite KB, and new guest Spencer! Together they and Jimbo embark on a journey to retrieve the mythical golden VHS copy of the classic 90s movie CONGO. Plus details on how you can win a JIMBO'S PARADISE and...
EPISODE 30 - JIMBO'S PAIR OF DICE with ROLL 2 HIT
May 25, 2021 06:00 - 2 hours - 138 MBJoin Jimbo for an all new episode of Jimbo's Paradise and the beginning of an incredible adventure. Married couple Taylor and Abby started a company called Roll 2 Hit when they were unemployed during the pandemic, making dice and rugs and expanding beyond the reaches of their original plans. We chat about the origins of Roll 2 Hit, take a D&D and dice quiz, discuss the insanity that is Dragon Strike, and chat about the next 2 upcoming episodes of Jimbo's Paradise and the all new original ...
EPISODE 29 - A TALK WITH TYLER STEVENS
April 21, 2021 05:30 - 2 hours - 116 MBJim's longtime friend Tyler stops in for the first time at Paradise to answer listener questions and more questions from the Big Box of Questions. Cooking, guilty fantasies, and stories they probably shouldn't tell, all on this chatty episode of JIMBO'S PARADISE.
EPISODE 28 - HOLY F*** FELLAS Sketch Comedy
March 25, 2021 03:43 - 1 hour - 96.2 MBAustin (Survival Method/Enchant, Truth), Cedric (Pulled Under, Something You're Not, Character Assassin), and Kyle (Character Assassin, Cellblock, Something You're Not, Pulled Under) all return to JIMBO'S PARADISE for an all new sketch comedy episode, including: -The Distracted Godfather -Tribute Band Coachella -Doggy Heaven -The Forgotten Hits of Country -The Annual Kaiju Monsters' Ball -A Song Darker Than Immortal Technique's "Dance With the Devil" -A Jazz Record That Will Blow Your...
EPISODE 27 - VAL-entine's with Val
February 10, 2021 04:41 - 2 hours - 214 MBVal (and her boyfriend Wes) is back at Jimbo's Paradise and this time they're talking about loooooooove. Val puts the Val in Valentine's Day as they discuss love myths, the art of communication, and some cringey V-Day stories among other topics. Cozy up with the one you love, or your favorite toy if you're single, and enjoy this new episode.
EPISODE 26 - REJECTED GUIDED MEDITATIONS
January 25, 2021 06:26 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBFor the first episode of the new year, Jimmy is sharing 3 guided meditations that he wrote and produced but were ultimately rejected by all the major meditation apps. Hopefully, they will bring you peace in 2021.
EPISODE 25 - A TY & JIMBO CHRISTMAS ADVENTURE
December 16, 2020 06:30 - 1 hour - 111 MBJimbo gets snowed in at Paradise, and decides to reach out to his friend Ty Yarborough to cure his loneliness. While they're chatting, Ty's house is broken into by 2 unidentified criminal-types . . . but Ty was prepared for them. Along the way Jimbo and Ty discuss one of the greatest holiday films ever made, the Top 5 Sexiest Santas, and Jimbo runs down his Good Gorilla/Bad Gorilla List for 2020. Season 3 of Jimbo's Paradise starts in January!!
EPISODE 24 - THE KINKY ARTS W/ CEDRIC
November 09, 2020 10:54 - 1 hour - 150 MBThis month, Jimbo is thankful for his friend Cedric Santillan (Truth, Pulled Under, Character, Assassin, The Kinky Bastards) coming for a visit in Paradise. Cedric is one of Jimmy's best friends and one of the great minds behind Central Arts, a North Texas community arts center that offers more than you can imagine. Ced also discusses anime and perception, and how Street Fighter brought him to a stronger sense of patience.
EPISODE 23 - HORROR? I BARELY KNOW HER W/ LINC
October 09, 2020 11:58 - 1 hour - 164 MBHappy Halloween to all the good gorillas!! Jim invites his good pal, drummer Lincoln Mullins (Creeping Death, Character Assassin, Cellblock, Holy Order, and about 1000 other bands) to Paradise. Jimmy chose 2 of those most tough to sit through films in his horror collection, and he and Linc sat down to watch them, then discussed them on this episode. Also Jimmy shares his favorite horror films of 2020, Linc goes to therapy, and Josh Ruben, writer/director/star of the new movie SCARE ME (av...
EPISODE 22 - REMEMBERING RILEY GALE
September 28, 2020 08:00 - 2 hours - 166 MBOn August 25th, 2020, Dallas-Fort Worth, the state of Texas, the hardcore scene, the metal scene, friends, and fans everywhere were devastated by the passing of Riley Gale, vocalist for crossover thrash band Power Trip. Riley was a brilliant, hilarious, and caring person who left an impression on every life he came in contact with. Jimmy reached out publicly and privately to people to record audio of stories and memories of Riley to pay tribute to the incredible legend he was. Hear from f...
EPISODE 21 - TREY'S UTOPIA
August 20, 2020 05:35 - 1 hour - 149 MBIt's another episode of Trey's Utopia! This time Trey welcomes his pal Jimmy Green for some chatting and figuring out the perfect riffs for specific activities. Plus, his old pals Preston and Crystal call in so that Crystal can help us Americans learn some Australian. Plus an Action Assignment on this episode of TREY'S UTOPIA
EPISODE 20 - MEOWDY Y'ALL, IT'S ALLIE KAT
July 20, 2020 04:59 - 1 hour - 209 MBJimbo is joined by his old pal, and now wrestler, Allie Kat. Allie has the spent the last few years rising up in the world of professional wrestling. Allie takes you through her journey from college dropout to the fearsome feline of the ring she is today. Also, Allie names off 3 wrestlers she'd love to fight and 3 famous people she'd love to fight as well. Plus wrestlers in movies, Mechanical Chicago Bullsh*t, and more! Sit down in your favorite folding chair and enjoy the show.
EPISODE 19 - COMIC BOOKS THAT RAISED US
June 26, 2020 01:57 - 2 hours - 334 MBJordan Kelley is back in Paradise with Jimbo to talk about the comic books they first fell in love with. Jimmy and Jordan have talked about comics before and it's been an often requested episode subject by Good Gorillas everywhere so it felt like time for the fellas to talk about them at length again.
EPISODE 18 - JIMBO THE CRITIC
May 25, 2020 16:39 - 1 hour - 159 MBJimbo's very first solo, non-fiction episode of the podcast is here! Jimmy requested topics, subjects, and things to review for a few weeks and then reviewed a bunch of what was submitted to him. If you enjoy his cynical side, this is the episode is for you!
EPISODE 17 - THE NEW PROJECT DIANA
April 28, 2020 11:59 - 44 minutes - 103 MBJimmy's back with his second foray into horror audio drama. Listen to an all new sci-fi horror story written and performed by Jimmy for everyone going through isolation, loneliness, and mental health issues affected by the pandemic and the restrictions it's placed on our lives. Additional sound effects from freesounds.org
EPISODE 16 - THE SOCIAL DISTANCE CALL-IN SPECIAL
March 29, 2020 23:40 - 1 hour - 267 MBSocial distancing is key right now and with coronavirus setting statistical records in the U.S., Jimmy is staying home just like so many others. But JIMBO'S PARADISE doesn't stop. Jimmy makes and takes some calls from some new folks along with some previous guest favorites. Discussions on how COVID-19 is effecting everyday life, loss of work, and more. Along with some odd characters and some stuff about a sandwich for like 30 minutes? Stay safe, stay home. Thank you for listening.
EPISODE 15 - A PATHETIC PODCAST RETURNS
February 21, 2020 10:00 - 2 hours - 210 MBPat and Christian from A Pathetic Podcast are back in Paradise to discuss Jimbo's legal and financial ownership of A Pathetic Podcast and how it effects canon. Plus more talk about the upcoming JIMBO'S PARADISE live episode on March 14th. Then the lid comes off as they discuss THINGS THAT SUCK
EPISODE 14 - SKITS AND SKETCHES W/ KB & JOJO
January 28, 2020 23:58 - 51 minutes - 71.7 MBJimbo's back at it in 2020. For the first episode of Season 2, Jimmy, KB, and Jojo decided to write and perform some skits and sketches. Two odd fellas go into a vape shop, a sergeant with something to hide, a lesson to be learned about books in horror movies, commercials, and more. Plus KB & JG story time and details about the upcoming live event on March 14th at Central Arts of Bedford.
EPISODE 13 - WHERE ARE THEY NOW? SEASON 1
December 22, 2019 20:22 - 1 hour - 64.6 MBWith a busy holiday season choking time for everyone, Jimmy Green decided to check in with all the guests from the first season of the show. You'll laugh, you'll emote, you'll get details on the next two episodes coming in season 2 starting in 2020 including the very first JIMBO'S PARADISE LIVE (Feb 22nd, Central Arts of Bedford). Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and Happy New Year from Jimbo and the gang and thank you so much for helping make this such a big first year and season for JIMB...
EPISODE 12 - ACOUSTIC JIMBO
November 13, 2019 13:38 - 1 hour - 84 MBThis time in JIMBO'S PARADISE, Jimbo brings Val back plus their friends Wes (no it's a different Wes) and Clayton to review Jimmy's acoustic project he started 12 years ago and gave up when he realized how much it sucked. If you're ready to laugh, if you're ready to cringe, if you're ready for Jimbo's friends to riff on some of his worst musical output, then join the podcast sweeping the floor in the back of a closed down Spaghetti Warehouse in Dallas.