Best Jonathan Reddy Podcasts (2025)

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Better Than Nothing 1:05:06

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6m ago1:05:06

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A plan to re-rename the Kennedy Center, Penn gets humiliated, Matt becomes The Man of the Hour, another premiere of Marty Supreme, Matt tries his hand at youth soccer coaching, and lots more.

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You’re Both Pretty 1:27:11

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Penn headed to Los Angeles for the premiere of Marty Supreme and he’s got the stories to prove it. Five days off, office chair attire, the self-proclaimed biggest Penn & Teller fans on Earth, inappropriate billing, careful makeup, and lots more.

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Fake Leather But Real Blood 1:05:52

14d ago1:05:52

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Matt had an experience at customer service the last day of his cruise (but not the kind you think), Penn got dressed for the premiere of Marty Supreme in L.A., the future of The Aristocrats, Penn and Goudeau are exercising again, and lots more.

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The Preposition Trilogy 1:17:48

22d ago1:17:48

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Jazz demon Mike Jones joins Penn, Matt, and Reddi via Zoom to talk his podcast, The Stereo Image (thestereoimage.com), and upcoming live trio recordings at Vic's Las Vegas on December 8. Plus, Penn gets some incredible news and then gets his hair cut by The Butcher, Matt’s act causes trouble with cruise ship security, a remarkable volunteer onstage…

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Really Creepy, Really Useless, and Really Close 51:09

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Penn recounts a surprising audience interaction re-reading his journal, new and old tricks for Piff and Pop's Magic Shoppe, Penn and Matt's thoughts on gambling, bits with Reddi Rich, and lots more.

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EPISODE 5 - Inside the Mind of a Storyteller: From War Zones to Watchmaking with Niclas Berglund 42:46

1M ago42:46

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In this episode of Tales from the Tribe, MB&F founder Maximilian Büsser sits down with someone who has spent his life chasing stories across continents and conflicts: international journalist and Bezl magazine editor Niclas Berglund. Niclas has reported from some of the world’s most complex and volatile regions, uncovering human truths amid global …

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A Team of Two People Who Can’t Be On Teams 1:15:08

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Life lessons from Neil Young, South Park makes Penn cry, Matt prepares to hit the road again with the Jokers of Magic as Penn & Teller’s 50th anniversary tour continues, more Springsteen talk, continued musings on Vegas, and lots more!

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Sorry, I Have To Go Visit My Giraffes 1:00:26

1M ago1:00:26

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Penn and Reddi are joined by Matt and special guest Tim Jenison over Zoom from San Antonio. Flight delays, the prices of exotic animals, and an in-depth discussion with Tim on the history, current state, and possible future of artificial intelligence.

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Insolence of Office 1:35:40

2M ago1:35:40

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Matt’s thoughts on Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere, Penn visits Chicago to honor Tony Fitzpatrick and help fulfill his wishes, Penn & Teller at the YouTube Theater in L.A. (complete with a Hall of Fame manager and heist-level coffee delivery from a Member of the Congregation!), Penn’s favorite magic trick, and lots more.…

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EPISODE 4 - A Navy SEAL’s New Mission: Protecting Children at All Costs with Rob Huberty 1:02:13

2M ago1:02:13

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In this episode of Tales from the Tribe, MB&F founder Maximilian Büsser speaks with Rob Huberty, a former US Navy SEAL who traded the battlefield for a new mission: protecting children. After nearly a decade of service in one of the world’s most elite military units, Rob’s life shifted when he became a father. That moment inspired him to co-found Z…

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Tony 59:22

2M ago59:22

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Penn shares stories and remembers his good friend, artist, writer, actor, Chicago legend and FedEx caller Tony Fitzpatrick.

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Negotiating For Your Latte 1:02:48

2M ago1:02:48

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Penn, Matt, and Reddi are back again for another exclusive Q&A with Patreon members of the congregation. Bass advice, Fool Us behind the scenes, vegan cheese, child volunteers on stage, Penn & Teller get a street named after them, and lots more!

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My Form Would Be Topiary 1:05:01

3M ago1:05:01

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Penn, Matt, Reddi, and Fool Us performer Tom Crosbie are joined on Zoom by Patreon members of the congregation for another live Zoom Q&A! Penn & Teller's Desert Bus, coffee and mouse traps, teeth, voices, music, and memory, and lots more.

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You Did a Talking Horse Movie? 1:01:12

3M ago1:01:12

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Penn was still sick this week, so he watched a ton of TV and had a surprising experience at the emergency room. Plus, Matt is back out performing magic at sea, Penn reminisces about playing an animated flea opposite Bobcat Goldthwait, how voice acting has changed, The Sopranos, and more.

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Live at Scoopfest 2025 1:19:18

3M ago1:19:18

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Penn, Matt, Goudeau, Reddi, Paul, and Jacob are back live at The Orleans for Scoopfest 2025! Recapping Penn's trips to the UK and Spain, Piff & Pop's Magic Shoppe is announced, getting lost, Canada t-shirts, dressing room portraits, a novel way to learn English, and lots more.

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EPISODE 3 - Grinding Beans, Building Dreams: The Birth of Brew Watch & Co. with Jonathan Ferrer 57:18

3M ago57:18

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In this episode of Tales from the Tribe, MB&F founder Maximilian Büsser sits down with Jonathan Ferrer, founder of Brew Watch & Co. — one of the first true microbrands to make waves in modern independent watchmaking. From sketching his first concept in a New York café to creating timepieces celebrated for their thoughtful design and precision, Jona…

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Program Prevention Department 1:10:46

3M ago1:10:46

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In this bank episode recorded prior to Penn’s trip to England, Penn finally gets the chance to retell the story of Penn & Teller’s Phobophilia: The Love of Fear. Plus, Penn’s experiment against boredom, Lenny Bruce at The Palladium, Battle of Dreams outtakes, and lots more.

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Why Make That Choice? 1:19:11

3M ago1:19:11

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Penn wonders who’s at his house, a bummed out night in L.A., in depth thoughts on The Wizard of Oz at the Sphere, and lots more.

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Paul Provenza - The Right to Die Old 1:27:59

4M ago1:27:59

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Penn and Matt sit down in Los Angeles with good friend and filmmaker Paul Provenza for an in-depth chat on the 20th anniversary of The Aristocrats, the state of comedy today, remembering Gilbert Gottfried, and lots more.

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Fifty Years, Part Two 48:10

4M ago48:10

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Part two of Penn and Matt’s conversation recorded live at the Magic Castle with Handsome Jack, Randy Pitchford, and Piff the Magic Dragon. A full breakdown of Penn & Teller's return to the Minnesota Renaissance Festival, the correct spelling of Shoppe, juggling yet more objects that were definitely not meant to be juggled, passing the hat, and lots…

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EPISODE 2 - Shifting Gears: From Banking to Classic Car Racing with Xavier Micheron 38:43

4M ago38:43

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In this episode of Tales from the Tribe, MB&F founder Maximilian Büsser sits down with Xavier Micheron — a former banker who left the world of finance to chase something far more visceral: the roar of engines, the thrill of endurance racing, and the beauty of mechanical heritage. Today, Xavier is the founder of the Ascott Collection, a unique initi…

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EPISODE 1 - No Frills, Big Wins: How Budget Airlines Succeed with Rohit Ramachandran 42:30

4M ago42:30

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In this new episode of Tales from the Tribe, MB&F founder Maximilian Büsser sits down with aviation leader and horological enthusiast Rohit Ramachandran for a far-reaching conversation that spans skies, stories, and timepieces. From his early days at Singapore Airlines to his remarkable turnaround of Jazeera Airways, Rohit shares insights from a ca…

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Fifty Years, Part One 1:12:08

4M ago1:12:08

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Penn and Matt are joined live at the Magic Castle by special guests Handsome Jack, Randy Pitchford, and Piff the Magic Dragon for a full recap of Penn & Teller’s performance at Radio City Music Hall, including a surprise from Pilobolus, a backstage first in 50 years of performing, old hits vs. new hits, Piff’s experiences playing Radio City and the…

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A Bucket of Darkness 1:11:47

4M ago1:11:47

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Reddi Rich shares some conversations from his life that lead to a deeper and meaningful conversation with Penn and Matt on suicidal ideation, what it means to make permanent decisions based on temporary situations, and protecting people from themselves. Then it’s Oil Can time! Penn’s work life balance, Penn & Teller hiding in plain sight onstage, o…

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Monkeyvision 1:06:21

5M ago1:06:21

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Penn’s vision journey continues with a simian twist, Matt the Mind Noodler and Penn & Teller have very different experiences at Magic Live, Penn opens a time capsule, and lots more.

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Better or Worse? 1:14:12

5M ago1:14:12

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Penn has some big news that can only be shared one way. Plus, Penn & Teller at San Diego Comic Con, Matt's road trip to Arizona, Americans in Scotland, chess strategy, Penn as Houdini's time traveling brother, an interesting Cameo request, and lots more.

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Chantell Walsh, Strategic Hotels & Resorts 35:08

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Growing up in a small town in central Minnesota, Chantell Walsh’s creativity took the form of graph paper floorplans and endless hours outdoors inventing adventures. A pivotal job shadow at local architecture firm KKE Architects during high school solidified her path. After earning her degree in architecture, Walsh landed in Chicago, working under …

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La Seltzer's Dirty Joke Shootout 1:18:25

5M ago1:18:25

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Penn solves the mystery of an absolutely filthy joke that Matt heard years ago, and the episode shoots off like a rocket from there. Magicians in supercars, Penn continues having a blast on the Felony Juggler book tour, Penn & Teller's upcoming show at Radio City by the numbers, how to just be a nice person, and lots more.…

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Squirrels Hate MILFs 1:09:12

6M ago1:09:12

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Penn, Matt, and Reddi are joined by Michael Goudeau with a big life update he's taking with all the positivity and humor you'd expect. Surprise guest Dr. Rich Ross is also back to talk secret octopus hunts, Penn's essay for the New York Times, an update on the closed Dylan Museum, a dog that runs really fast, playing Folsom Prison, and more.…

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Greg Bradshaw, Adam Farmerie, Kristina O'Neal, and William Harris, AvroKO 1:02:42

6M ago1:02:42

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For more than two decades, AvroKO has pushed the boundaries of what it means to be a design firm. Founded by longtime friends Greg Bradshaw, Adam Farmerie, Kristina O’Neal, and William Harris, the multidisciplinary studio has earned a reputation for its richly layered interiors, holistic approach, and narrative-driven process. From launching self-p…

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Not Open on Tuesday? 1:04:44

6M ago1:04:44

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The saga of Battle of Dreams continues with maybe the best response possible, Matt shares his thoughts on the upcoming Springsteen biopic and takes his kids to an unexpected Broadway show, Reddi Rich sells something online in the most honest way possible, and Penn is thrown a curveball live on air regarding an upcoming stop on his book tour.…

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Well I Like To Bring Everything Around to Porn 1:19:45

6M ago1:19:45

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Matt and Brian Brushwood join Penn and Reddi for a live Q&A as part of a special creator retreat weekend in Austin, TX. New and old scams, more of Penn's thoughts on AI, the fallibility of memory, Penn's writing process, Penn & Teller's evolving position in the world of magic, and lots more.

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Craig Stanghetta, Ste Marie 1:05:22

6M ago1:05:22

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Raised in Sault Ste. Marie, a small industrial town in Northern Ontario, Craig Stanghetta grew up surrounded by hospitality—his family owned the city’s oldest hotel. Though initially drawn to theater, he worked as a professional actor until he found the same sense of connection in the world of design. His first project, the Chinese brasserie Bao Be…

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We’d Like to Say It Could Have Been Worse... 58:25

6M ago58:25

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Penn, Matt, and Reddi are back preaching love after Penn got wicked sick last week and THOUGHT he came up with a revelation. The hits kept coming with another derailed Battle of Dreams and possibly the strangest ending ever to the big Penn & Teller show - with a live recap from a special member of the congregation who happened to be in the audience…

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

7M 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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Sarah Klymson and Simon Marxer, Hyatt 59:47

7M ago59:47

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As senior leaders shaping the future of Hyatt's wellness-focused brand Miraval, Sarah Klymson and Simon Marxer bring complementary expertise to the table: Klymson is a trained architect and global design strategist, while Marxer is a veteran spa and wellbeing innovator with roots at Canyon Ranch and Red Flower. Since Hyatt’s acquisition of Miraval …

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Pleasant People and Homemade Potato Chips 59:20

7M 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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I Couldn't Hear You In The Dressing Room 1:12:33

7M 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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Dr. Jonathan Leary, Remedy Place 50:40

7M ago50:40

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Growing up in a small town outside Providence, Rhode Island, Dr. Jonathan Leary always had big dreams. At a young age, he had plotted to move to Los Angeles and pursue a career in medicine, despite never having visited the city. Those dreams evolved as he explored ways of helping people on a deeper level—not just improving their physical health but…

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

7M ago1:08:42

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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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Just Win Baby 1:14:47

8M 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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Caroline and Sabri Farouki, Farouki Farouki 43:28

8M ago43:28

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Caroline and Sabri Farouki, partners behind New Orleans-based studio Farouki Farouki, bring a personal and global perspective to their practice. Caroline grew up in Lafayette, Louisiana in a home designed by Louisiana architect A. Hays Town, known for pioneering reusing materials. Surrounded by antiques and architectural details, her passion for de…

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Jane Borden - Cults Like Us 1:31:21

8M 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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Suchi Reddy, Reddymade 37:41

8M ago37:41

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Suchi Reddy’s creative journey began in Chennai, India, where she grew up in a vibrant home curated by her mother—think scenic wallpaper, terrazzo floors embedded with marble fragments, and a rich mix of textures. Surrounded by gardens and books, Reddy developed an early sensitivity to how environments shape our sense of self. That awareness grew i…