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Patrick Holbert Standup Comedian Podcasts
Patrick and Ross fire up the mics late at night for a looser, spicier edition of the pod. They riff on everything from their daughter’s new kindergarten routines (homework packets already?!) to class, fashion, and political hypocrisy. The conversation veers into ADHD, social media overload, MAGA neighbors, and how billionaires bunker down while the…
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Ep. 205 “Depression del Toro” LIMITED EPISODE
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17:30Podcast Title: We Hired a Sitter For This 🎙️ With Ross Erin Martineau away this week, Patrick Holbert takes the mic solo — juggling comedy career updates, family life, and mental health check-ins all in one episode. 🎭 Patrick’s got a packed schedule: Sept 11 – Grisly Pair (West Village, midnight show) Sept 12–13 – Providence Comedy Connection featu…
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On We Hired a Sitter For This, Ross Erin Martineau (doula) and Patrick Holbert (comedian/dad) dig into financial anxiety, summer camp costs, and why Patrick wrote “Vision without solvency is delusion” in his morning pages. A scrapped camping trip led to a Governor’s Island adventure filled with chaotic meals, a $40 surrey bike mishap, and Fran’s bi…
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Ep. 203 “Eat. Pray. Dude.” LIMITED EPISODE
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28:56🎙️ Show Summary: WE HIRED A SITTER FOR THIS Episode 203 “Eat. Pray. Dude.” Patrick Holbert and Ross Erin Martineau reflect on the growing pains of their podcast, including low YouTube numbers (just 30 views last week) and shifting focus from couple talk to parenting content. They dive into the hellscape of social media moderation, noting Instagram’…
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Ep. 202 “The Learning Channel” LIMITED EPISODE
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46:35join up with us on patreon to hear the last 15 minutes of this episode. just two bucks a month! Patrick and Ross reflect on a vacation in Connecticut and the impact of personal experiences on their podcast narrative. Ross provides insights on the Biggest Loser documentary, critiquing unhealthy weight loss practices and exploitation tactics in reali…
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To hear the full episode, join our patreon! www.patreon.com/wehiredasitter Family code for bodily functions developed by Ross’s daughter emphasizes creative family communication and humor. Ross completed a three-week working vacation, balancing remote work with quality family time, to improve work-life harmony. Franny engaged in hands-on activities…
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Ep. 200 “Pinched Nerve Remedy” FULL EPISODE
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26:30Celebrated recording of Episode 200 of “We Hired a Sitter for This,” highlighting milestone achievements in active podcast engagement since launch. Recorded Episode 199, described as a ‘fragmented mess,’ due to a delay, with plans to include a newly recorded intro to enhance the narrative. Current recording location in Maine emphasizes privacy and …
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Hosts are traveling ‘troubadours’ and ‘rubber tramps,’ reflecting a unique podcast format inspired by Bob Dylan’s terminology. Currently, there are seven Patreon subscribers supporting the podcast, encouraging more audience engagement through patreon.com/wehiredasitter. The host shared a personal story about having their phone stolen, hinting at fu…
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Overview Patrick and Ross are co-parenting in NYC, focusing this episode on first aid and safety after a bicycle accident involving Patrick and Franny. Franny attends a wilderness summer camp run by their friend Kirsten, with the family opting for bicycle transportation due to NYC traffic. The accident occurred after Patrick installed a new front b…
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Overview Podcast nearing milestone of 200 episodes, with plans for celebratory content and highlight reels. Patrick announced upcoming comedy shows in Dallas (July 18-20) and Hanover (August 23, 2025), increasing audience engagement. Ross completed BLS CPR certification, meeting requirements for continuing doula work and enhancing professional qual…
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Overview Episode 196 of ‘We Hired a Sitter for This’ recorded on July 7, 2025, with hosts reflecting on a successful comedy performance despite a small audience. YouTube channel viewership is limited to 17 views, risking a drop to 14 due to early episode cursing. Discussed themes in the ‘Ocean Gate’ documentary, highlighting safety negligence in un…
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Support the podcast by becoming a patreon member! www.patreon.com/wehiredasitter Follow Patrick & Ross on social media: @itspatrickholbert @itsrosserinmartineau Overview Episode 195 of ‘We Hired a Sitter for This’ features Patrick recording solo due to Ross’s injury; highlights adaptability in content creation. Zoron Momdani’s win in the Democratic…
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Join the patreon to hear the full episode! www.patreon.com/wehiredasitter Follow us on socials @itspatrickholbert @itsrosserinmartineau Overview Patrick’s daughter Franny consistently damages tissue boxes, prompting discussions on structured parenting approaches to address her behavior effectively. Notable demographic shift in NYC polling sites wit…
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Join the patreon to hear the full version of this episode! www.patreon.com/wehiredasitter Follow Patrick & Ross on social media! @itspatrickholbert @itsrosserinmartineau Discussion centered on Brad Lander’s arrest by ICE, raising concerns about his potential mayoral candidacy amid local political unrest. Commentary on Trump’s presidency led to fear…
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To hear the full episode, join our patreon at www.patreon.com/wehiredasitter For a couple bucks, you get the full unedited episodes. For a couple bucks more after that you get extra bonus episodes and content. And the peace of mind of knowing you’re supporting our little passion project of self expression and over-sharing Overview Ross recorded his…
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Overview In this episode of the podcast, hosts Patrick and Ross share exciting show announcements, including upcoming performances in New York City, Dallas, and Portland, while also marking Pride month. Ross discusses her recent success in completing an exam for her lactation specialist training, which covers all approaches to feeding infants and h…
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Overview Commitment to Dog Ownership: Hosts reflect on their bond with dog Peggy; highlight long-term responsibilities and emotional impact. Discuss preparing for parenthood through experiences with Peggy; emphasize the emotional weight of pet mortality. Parenting Challenges with Franny: Analyze behavioral issues, including emotional outbursts and …
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Ep. 189 “A Knife to the Joke Fight” LIMITED EPISODE
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41:38To hear the whole episode, sign up for the patreon- www.patreon.com/wehiredasitter Also, give us both a follow: @itspatrickholbert & @itsrosserinmartineau On this episode: Balance & Mental Health: Patrick emphasizes the benefits of cycling over driving in NYC for mental health. Highlights personal challenges of juggling multiple jobs and family com…
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Hi it’s really Patrick writing up here on the top. The AI summary is below. Just wanted to pop in and say thanks for listening. We appreciate it! If you haven’t yet considered joining our patreon, here’s the page with all the info: https://patreon.com/wehiredasitter Also, remember you can follow both of us on IG where we do a lot of communicating: …
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Ep. 187 “Cultural Casserole” LIMITED EPISODE
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47:59Join the patreon for the cost of a deli cup of coffee per month to hear this whole episode www.patreon.com/wehiredasitter COVID-19 Recovery & Family Health: Ross recovering from COVID-19; family quarantine ongoing. Franny & Patrick tested negative. Dog Peggy had stomach issue—vet visit led to unexpected X-ray, but charges were reduced after no seri…
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For the full episode, check us out on Patreon! https://patreon.com/wehiredasitter Rent or Buy Patrick’s Special!! Amazon: https://amzn.to/4italjd AppleTV: https://apple.co/3RvwGBJ Google Play: https://bit.ly/42JrYph Microsoft: https://bit.ly/4cNPsOy Vimeo: https://bit.ly/4iqVDJC YouTubeTV Store: https://bit.ly/4iq1q20 follow these two on social med…
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BIG NEWS! Patrick’s special is available in all these places. Buy it on Vimeo if you want to provide maximum support to the artist (Vimeo splits more of the money with me): Amazon: https://amzn.to/4italjd AppleTV: https://apple.co/3RvwGBJ Google Play: https://bit.ly/42JrYph Microsoft: https://bit.ly/4cNPsOy Vimeo: https://bit.ly/4iqVDJC YouTubeTV S…
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In episode 184 of the podcast, the host records a solo segment to maintain the weekly Wednesday release schedule while acknowledging the absence of his co-host due to spring break. He starts by sharing exciting updates, including the upcoming release of his comedy special “Qualification” on April 22nd, which will be available for purchase or rental…
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Ep. 183 “Jacked Up for a Moose Knuckle” LIMITED EPISODE
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20:41This is the first 20 minutes of a 46 minute episode. For the full episode, please join our patreon at www.patreon.com/wehiredasitter In the 183rd episode of the “We Hired a Sitter for This” podcast, hosts Patrick Holbert and Ross Erin Martineau kick off with personal anecdotes, including Patrick’s new jogging routine and the recent construction noi…
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This is the first 23 minutes of a 49 minute episode. For the full episode, please join our patreon at www.patreon.com/wehiredasitter For $1.99 per month you can hear the entirety of our regular podcast episodes. For $5 or more a month- (It’s a pay-what-you-will structure) you will get lots of extra pod cast episodes with juicy details and other com…
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In the latest episode of the ‘We Hired a Sitter for This’ podcast, hosted by Ross and Patrick, they convene in a lively outdoor setting in Centennial, Colorado, amidst the background buzz of construction noise. The episode kicks off with a humorous recount of travel mishaps, including an early morning cab ride incident involving Ross’s daughter, Fr…
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In episode 180 Patrick Holbert and Ross Erin Martineau first focused on the technical setup by checking audio levels and introducing themselves, alongside their pet Peggy Pickles. Next, they delved into a financial discussion about populating their Patreon page with unique content, including a potential naked comedy set, and the importance of hirin…
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In Episode 179 of “We Hired a Sitter For This,” hosts Ross Erin Martineau and Patrick Holbert initiated the session with a personal anecdote from Ross about his past nose injury, setting a conversational tone. They delved into topics of body image, discussing dermatillomania, body dysmorphia, and societal pressures surrounding physical appearance, …
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GO TO ROSS’ YOGA FUNDRAISER! INFO HERE Overview In the “Expired Hand Cream” podcast recording, hosts Patrick Holbert and Ross Aaron Martineau discuss various topics while managing technical difficulties from their remote locations in Appleton, Wisconsin, and Brooklyn, New York. The meeting opens with an introduction and conversation about the chall…
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Overview In episode 177 of the “We Hired a Sitter for This” podcast, hosts Patrick Holbert and Ross Martineau reflect on their eight years of marriage and podcasting, while sharing personal updates including Ross’s upcoming yoga class fundraiser on March 8th and his 11-day trip, as well as Patrick’s fitness journey. They also discuss their careers—…
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Overview In the Solo Podcast Recording meeting titled “Stage 4 Billionaire,” host Patrick Holbert introduces the latest episode of his podcast “We Hired a Sitter for This” and shares personal updates, including reflections on his 8th wedding anniversary and a recent comedy show experience. He reminisces about childhood rollerblading, discusses the …
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Overview In the latest episode of “We Hired a Sitter for This,” the host shares a candid monologue reflecting on their challenging week, marked by fatigue from recent flu and Covid vaccinations, and the struggles of juggling a busy career as a stand-up comedian in New York City while managing financial stress. The episode recounts enjoyable weekend…
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Overview In the podcast episode titled “174 Pod.mp3,” co-host Patrick Holbert shares insights into his journey with the show “We Hired a Sitter for This,” originally launched in 2017 as “Who Cares about Ross and Patrick?” This episode features a solo discussion about the exciting launch of the documentary trailer for “Tom Dustin: Portrait of a Come…
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In the latest episode of ‘We Hired a Sitter for This’ podcast, titled “Gabby’s Dollhouse of Horrors,” Patrick records solo from his home studio in Bushwick, NYC, utilizing the time freed up by a client cancellation to discuss various personal and professional updates. He shares insights on his renewed commitment to treadmill workouts and candidly a…
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In Episode 172 of the podcast “We Hired a Sitter for This,” the host presents a solo episode that opens with a humorous anecdote involving a misunderstanding with their daughter over a bathroom incident, leading to reflections on the complexities of a post-truth society. The conversation transitions into the host’s fascination with spiritual and pa…
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Overview Notes Comedy Career and Business (00:00 – 09:59) Patrick and Gastor discuss inspirational business meeting Gastor’s business acumen comes from his father Gastor sold candies in high school for profit Patrick hoarded money as a kid due to scarcity mindset Discussion on balancing creativity and business mindset Comedy Industry Insights (09:5…
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Overview In an informal discussion, participants reminisced about memorable experiences from 2005, including social gatherings and the cultural impact of shows like The Apprentice, particularly focusing on Donald Trump’s early public persona. They shared anecdotes from a New Year’s Eve party that blended family friends and comedians, highlighting t…
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As we were recording this felt like the last podcast of 2024, not the first of 2025. So please pardon our appearance and attitude and general malaise. This one was recorded mainly to keep the streak alive. Ross didn’t want to do it and I barely did either. But we are here and perhaps there’s a nugget of truth or connection that will bring some plea…
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Overview In episode 168 of the “We Hired a Sitter for this” podcast, the hosts engage in a light-hearted conversation on various topics, starting with a humorous take on the Elf on the Shelf tradition and fond childhood memories associated with Christmas ornaments and gifts, such as an NBA Live game and a GT performer BMX bike. They explore family …
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Overview In the latest episode of the podcast, titled “167 pod,” the hosts, reunited after a week apart, delved into various personal and professional topics. They discussed the potential departure of co-host Ross from the show, shared Thanksgiving travel stories that highlighted car troubles, and explored broader issues like the mechanical problem…
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Overview In episode 166 of the podcast ‘We Hired a Sitter for this’, host Patrick Holbert opens with a personal update, candidly discussing his busy work life and recent feelings of burnout, including a Thanksgiving incident that left him self-conscious about his weight. The episode continues with Patrick announcing his upcoming comedy projects, su…
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In the latest episode of the podcast “We Hired a Sitter for This,” titled Episode 165, hosts Patrick Holbert and Gastor Almonte kicked off with a discussion about social media, including Patrick’s handle change and Gastor’s new commercial project, while reflecting on DMX’s influential legacy. The conversation transitioned into innovative marketing …
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In episode 164 of the podcast, the hosts engage in a lively discussion that begins with a dive into hip hop culture, where Patrick shares past rap names and contemplates producing beats with Ableton, despite Gastor’s humorous discouragement. The conversation quickly shifts to Patrick’s inconsistent social media branding, prompting Gastor’s critique…
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In the podcast recording of episode 163 of “We Hired a Sitter for This,” hosts Patrick Holbert and Gastor Almonte engage in a lively discussion covering a range of topics. They kick off with personal updates, including Gastor’s memorable experience at the World Series with his father, celebrating the latter’s recovery from chemotherapy, making for …
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Summary written by an eavesdropping AI robot: In the informal podcast recording held on November 5, 2023, participants engaged in a lively discussion covering a variety of topics. The meeting began with a conversation about the upcoming Election Day on November 5, 2024, sharing experiences from past elections and expressing mixed feelings regarding…
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In the latest episode of the WHASFT podcast, hosts Patrick Holbert and Ross Erin Martineau reconnect, sharing personal updates and reflections on various topics including Halloween decorations, the upcoming election, and Ross’ return after a brief hiatus. They delve into their past experiences with addiction and recovery, touching on the 12-step pr…
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In the latest podcast recording meeting, the hosts delved into various topics centered around comedy and family, starting with Patrick Holbert’s experiences at open mics and the evolving landscape of comedy specials, including a discussion on the necessity of uniqueness in performances. They highlighted notable works such as Sarah Tolemache’s speci…
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In the latest episode of the podcast “We Hired a Sitter for This,” hosts Patrick Holbert and Gastor Almonte discuss a range of topics, beginning with updates on Patrick’s solo parenting journey while his wife, Ross, undergoes yoga teacher training, and her desire to clarify some misconceptions about her smoking habits. The hosts delve into home mai…
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Hang on by the skin of your feet for this adrenaline rush of an episode!!By Patrick Holbert - Standup Comedian
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Patrick has a rough gig at a country club and Gastor helps him turn lemons into mangú.By Patrick Holbert - Standup Comedian
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