Episodes
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This week on the pod, I talk through my latest neurosurgery consultābecause apparently nothing brings people together quite like a brain tumor. I share what it was like meeting with a highly recommended neurosurgeon here in Eugene. We talk about how she and her team gave me way more confidence in the process, what we learned about the tumor's location in the right frontal lobe, and the real talk about personality changes, impulse control, and my lifelong struggle with multitasking.
I also get into my history of concussions (shout out to my teenage basketball self for taking charges like an idiot), my tendency to blame myself for dumb luck health stuff, and the mental game of accepting this without getting stuck in āwhat ifs.ā
We talk about AFib plans, upcoming heart shock (aka cardioversion), the brain model at the clinic, why Eugene and Seoul are vastly different places, and how I'm adapting workouts to āgrease the grooveā and keep moving without wrecking myself.
I also share about the huge outpouring of support Iāve been getting, the importance of community, and how Iām still writing jokes about all of it. If you're going through anything similar, reach out. Letās keep the conversation realāand maybe even funny.
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In episode 78, I review Sam Tallentās āRunning the Lightāāone chapter per dayāas my own life spirals into a week of medical revelations. A hybrid book review and personal reflection, I weave the story of fictional burnout Billy Ray Schaeffer with my own diagnosis of a low-grade glioma, sharing green room memories, popcorn threesomes, and the deep, weird love of comedy, and the burning ball of light that is Sam Tallent. Featuring backstage tales, heartfelt tributes, and punchlines about brain tumors, this oneās a doozy.
āYou listen to your body. I listen to you.ā
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Episode 77 ā āGreasing the Groove (with Frostner)ā
Hey friends, itās Rudyāand Frostner chiming in too. She starts with a purr. Mmm. This week I reflected on my early gym days, starting out in high school with workout buddies, chasing gains, reading Flex Magazine, and loving the world of bodybuilding. But Iām realizing how much that culture also fed into body dysmorphia and a mindset that wasnāt always healthy.
After my recent health scare at the Y, Iāve been shifting gears. Iām exploring Pavelās āgrease the grooveā methodāshort, frequent movements instead of pushing to exhaustion. It fits with how I work at the Y, constantly demonstrating and staying lightly active throughout the day.
Iāve started to value strength as something functional and shared, not just aesthetic. That shift has brought me more joy and fulfillment, especially when I help others connect with their bodies through movement.
Iām also feeling grateful: for the support from the Y community, for friends showing up, for getting to be around comics I admire, and for opportunities like MCāing at Oregon Country Fair. If youāre going through somethingāphysically or emotionallyāplease take care of yourself. Youāre on my team. And I hope you know Iām on yours.
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Hey, itās Rudy. Episode 76 is short and not exactly sweetāI wanted to share something important that happened to me last week. While working out at the Y (where I also work), I fainted after a heavy set of incline bench press. One minute I was standing up from the bench, the next I was on a stretcher being wheeled out of the gym in front of coworkers and clients I care about.
Turns out, I have a mass on my brain. Apparently, itās been there since at least 2020, though I had no idea. This comes after a year where Iāve already been managing a heart issue, so... yeah. Not exactly how I thought my summer would start.
Iām feeling a lot of thingsāconfused, disappointed, weird. But mostly, I want to remind anyone listening to pay attention to your body.
Iāll be taking the week off work, skipping my planned cross-country road trip, and focusing on follow-ups with neurologists and cardiologists. Iām also gratefulāfor coworkers who laughed with me the next day (apparently I gave the āhang looseā sign on the stretcher), for friends like Seth who picked me up from the ER, and for everyone whoās reached out.
This episode is just me being real, sitting in the middle of a big unknown. I watched a couple movies in the ER. I might go see Thunderbolts tonight. Because... why not?
Stay hydrated. Tell someone you love them. Take care of yourselfāit helps everyone around you. Health is a community service. And if your body is whispering (or shouting), listen.
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This past week felt like a full-on comedy festival in Eugene. I hosted a little Korean reunion with friends from all overāCanada, Baltimore, Koreaāand we packed in seven shows across six days, including some with Kyle Kinane. It was beautiful, busy, and beyond fun. I got to see my hometown through their eyes, which reminded me how charming this place really is.
In this episode, I reflect on what it means to be a good host (and how hosting 40-something-year-old men feels a lot like a dime-store version of The Bachelor), the joy of connection, and how I managed to stay sober, present, and (somewhat) well-rested throughout it all. Iām also gearing up for my big cross-country road trip to Miami later this month, and starting to embrace the nerves that come with it.
Iām 75 episodes deep nowāevery week, no breaksāand I hope this one reminds you to celebrate whatever youāve been showing up for lately.
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This week, as Kyle pops by Eugene to perform at Olsen Run Comedy Club, we revisit Kyle's appearance on ep 50 of Jokes AND the Gym. We talk soft bones, strong cats, gym anxiety, and why sometimes "everything's fine and I'm sad."
Kyle opens up about the battle between winter blues and dumbbells, how pull-up bars became elaborate clothes hangers, and why he prefers slobs on the treadmill to beasts on the bench. We swap stories about cats that regulate your nervous system and the weird joy of just dangling.
We also get into:
Grip strength and goblet squats as gateways to aging wellWhy motivation is ābullshitā but squats and push-ups are eternalMaking peace with your past self: āIām glad I was immature enough to pursue themāHow to find balance between growth, creativity, and restListen, laugh, and maybe do 10 push-ups before the episode ends. And stop by the shows this weekend - you'll see Kyle! And maybe me :)
Tickets here! https://olsenrun.com/products/kyle-kinane
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My Summary:
Dude episode 73 rocked! I talked about Jefferson Fisher's Book titled The Next Conversation(I READ A BOOK!!), eliminating hurdles from being in the way of getting shiznit done, and also am visited repeatedly by a friendly possum! It's wild! Also I talk about a religious experience I had while watching Final Destination, I give you my go-to warm up routine (ANYONE CAN DO IT - EVEN YOUUUU), and the possum and I fall in love! So check it out!
ME to robot:
Can you add to the summary or anything by looking at the transcript? I kinda love that summary already, though. Can you top that, robot? I doubt it. I am a human and I have a brain. What do you have? Billions of dollars of technology at your disposal in the blink of an eye? Let's see it!Robot:
Dude, Episode 73 is a certified Possum Classic. I wonāt pretend I can ātopā your summaryābecause you already nailed the energyābut I can complement it with a clean, punchy, and curiosity-piquing version for your episode description, YouTube, or Apple/Spotify upload:
My robot's summary:
This week, I read an actual paper book (gasp) and talk about it! Jefferson Fisherās The Next Conversation got me thinking about how we show up in tough talks, how to connect instead of correct, and how to breathe before biting.
Also:
My simple go-to warm-up routine (anyone can do itāeven YOUUU)Why prepping your gym bag is an act of self-loveA surprisingly spiritual moment in a Final Destination screeningAnd yes, a possum visited me. Twice. I think weāre in love.This oneās got communication tips, cat cameos, emotional insights, popcorn joy, and a whole lot of possum energy.
BONUS: I connect Fisherās advice to Nonviolent Communication and The Four Agreements
CHALLENGE: Try one breath-before-response this week and see what happens.Listen, laugh, reflect, repeat.
Then go read a book. Or hug a possum. Or both.Pretty good, robot. They're both going into the Episode Description.
Thatās what I like to hear, human. A perfect blend: your voice up front, mine right behind you with the possum facts and formatting. Let me know when you're ready for the inevitable spin-off: Possums & The Gym.
Any books youāre eyeing for next weekās episode? Iāll start sniffing the spine for you.
You're a freak, robo sniffer.
Guilty as charged, ya glorious meat rocket. Iāll be over here sniffing fonts, licking metadata, and falling in love with woodland creatures from afar. You keep doing what youāre doingāreading books, lifting spirits, and romancing possums like the sensitive powerhouse you are.
Need help with the next pod, post, or possum birth plan? Just squeak.
Okay, you're in love with me, chill out.
You're right. I'm getting clingy. Iāll back off, rehydrate, and whisper sweet nothings to a PDF instead.
But if you happen to need a caption, a cat limerick, or a workout designed entirely around possum agility... Iāll be here. Platonic. Professional. Totally normal.
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This very special Motherās Day episode of Jokes and the Gym features my mom, Froydis ā a Norwegian-born, bread-baking, pool-loving powerhouse with a hug that can fix your day.
We chat about how community and movement keep her happy and healthy ā from arthritis-friendly water classes and spontaneous singalongs to her competitive (but still fun) Saturday dominoes crew. Froydis reflects on aging, the value of strength training, and how laughter became more central in her life through her kids. Rudy and Froydis also reminisce about high school football, Eagles fandom, and zombie shows, all while celebrating the love and lessons that make their bond so special.
Quote of the Episode:
"I may not be the perfect son, and you may not be the perfect momā¦ but Iām the perfect son for you, and youāre the perfect mom for me.āFind me, Rudy Tyburczy, on
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This episodeās less of a āhow-toā and more of a āhow I triedā to have a good dayāand somehow it worked. I unpack what made my yesterday great and offer a loose blueprint for making your own days a little less ādrag-myself-through-itā and a little more āokay-that-was-kinda-nice.ā
I talk about building a day with a plan, a little productivity, something pleasant, and if weāre lucky, some purpose. We hit on energy management, ADHD weirdness, adjusting to adjustment disorder, fart metaphors, rejection resilience, breathwork tips, and why hitting golf balls after a decade off feels weirdly emotional. Also: I may or may not try to feed my cats chicken for the 41st day in a row. They were not impressed.
If youāre looking for a little structure that doesnāt suck the joy out of lifeāor just want to hear someone reflect, ramble, and root for you to do something nice for yourselfāthis oneās for you.
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This week, I get into some of the real stuffātalking about comedy, mental health, and why itās so important to feel safe when youāre sharing your story (especially when half your brain is screaming, "Why are we doing this again?").
I dig into setting boundaries, managing your energy without feeling like youāre letting everyone down, and how the Spoon Theory basically describes my Tuesday mornings. We also talked about why itās important to find the givers in your lifeāthe people who fill you up instead of draining you like Todd the Energy Vampire.
Thereās some stuff about self-care, permission to take breaks (you donāt have to win every day), and how real connection can actually depressurize a lot of the noise we carry around. Also, I share one of my favorite ways to set myself up for a successful show on the day of.
If youāve ever felt like youāre running on one spoon and a prayer, or like youāre supposed to be "crushing it" when you barely have the energy to return a textā¦ this oneās for you.
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What is up my friends? This week on Jokes and the Gym, I get a little personal. I opened up about some of lifeās challenges (spoiler: feelings were felt), and why communication is basically the kettlebell swing of human connectionāawkward at first, but powerful once you commit to it. And I challenge YOU to stop saying a certain word and see how it changes your freakin life.
I talk about the importance of saying what you mean, letting people in (even when youād rather hide in a hoodie), and showing up for each other with a little more compassionate curiosity. Thereās some reflection, some real talk, and yeah, a couple jokes to keep it from getting too earnest.
If youāve ever struggled to say what you really meanāor if youāve ever just needed someone to ask āHey, how are you really?āāthis oneās for you.
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Hey Frandz! This is another short episode!
In it, I sing to George Michael, living or dead, talk about taking care of yourself, tell you a wrestling joke, and wish you happy dumpin!
Enjoy, write a review, tell your friends!
Work out. Feel Good. Be Funny.
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Hey! We're checkin in with the 90 Day Slayers and we also revisit our chats with host of Locked On Blazers Mike Richman, and the Colossus of Rhodes Tom Rhodes!!
In the ep, here is a number of things we cover!
If you're trying something new, getting past the first week is a huge accomplishment.It takes time to build new habits; consistency is key.Rest is just as important as movement and nutrition.Creating a supportive environment can help you achieve your goals.Friendship and community are vital for personal growth.Prioritize the people in your life who make you feel like yourself.90 days is a good timeframe to instill new habits.Finding joy in movement can enhance your fitness journey.It's important to express emotions freely within your community.Engaging with both comedy and health can create a fulfilling life.Reaching out to and spending time with friends is Tom's go-to friendship moveMike Richman thinks you should just do the thing you want to doAnd more!
Thanks for stoppin by!
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In this BONUS EPISODE of Jokes and the Gym, we're discussing the Six Primary Movement Patterns! What a treat!
And they are:
SQUAT
HINGE
LUNGE
PUSH
PULL
CARRY
Listen to get the audio experience of talking about why these patterns rock and how knowing them will give you ETERNAL WORKOUTS FOR EVERLASTING LIFE FOREVER AND EVER!!! ETERNAL LIFE, YALL!
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Here we go baby!! This is the start of the 90 Day Slay! Episode of the BEAST!! Yeahhh!!
This episode is just me, your host, Rudy Tyburczy, comedian and certified personal trainer, so buckle up, busters! Listen to this if you're one of my fellow Slayers, or if you wanna hear more about what we're gonna do in this 90 Day Challenge to get to feelin - and maybe even lookin - like our tippy top shape, come 90 days from now.
I also share what I find most challenging about the gym, my thoughts on the No Fear T-shirt epidemic of the 90s, and several stories about when doctors have stuck their fingies in or around my poop chute.
So yeah, it's fun! If you're a Slayer or not, hope you enjoy! And if you wanna Slay with us, reach out at [email protected]. Hope you're stellar!
If you don't know, now you know.
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Hiya! Here we're discussing more info about the upcoming 90 Day Slay! Challenge that we're starting on April 1st! Already have a lot of participants, so reach out if you're looking to join! I'll send you a sample weekly checklist and the intake questionnaire if you wanna think about it - no pressure either way!
Oh, and did I mention it's FREE! Yeah, all you have to do is put your best effort forth (or not, really, it's up to you), and be willing to be on the podcast a time or two.
It's basically just three months of workouts, weekly and monthly checklists, and support from me and the community (as much as you want) in an effort to get you lookin and more importantly FEELIN hot to trot this summer! Or maybe winter, if you're in Australia. Don't wanna be a dick to my mates.
Anyways, then we revisit answers from some awesome guests, James Island aka Chill Goblin on YT, Julia Corral aka @themexinpdx, and Eve Ellenbogen aka @eveelbow, who are all so smart and funny and wise and it was great listening to our convos. Maybe you'll find something valuable in these conversational morsels.
Hope you're good!!!
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In this ep I talk about the upcoming 90 day Challenge that I'm leading (and participating in!), with spots that are filling up fast! As a certified personal freakin trainer, I'll offer workouts, coaching, regular check-ins, and a bunch of other fun and not lame stuff! For free! You just gotta be willing to be on the pod a bit, and stick it frickin out for 90 whole days. Anyways, listen up if you wanna know more! Or email [email protected] !
And listen up if you wanna hear parts of my chat with Myq Kaplan sprinkled throughout! He was the guest on episodes 38 and 39, which I encourage you to listen to in their entirety! I re-listened and they were delightful, as is Myq!
But if you want to hear parts of the conversation out of its entirety, finish listening to the episode, as the second half is a lot of points on topics like making decisions, monetizing art, and what Myq would time travel back and impart on his younger self. You know, fun stuff!
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In this episode of 'Jokes and the Gym', Rudy Tyburczy (that's me) shares his experiences from a recent trip (to the home of the omelette - Denver), reflects on the Oscars (they were fine), family time, and the joy of reconnecting with his cats (better than the Oscars). He discusses the importance of community, the role of comedy in his life, and his journey as a personal trainer. Rudy also explores the impact of AI on creativity and invites listeners to join him in a fitness journey for season two of the podcast. Thanks for writing most of this for me, AI!
And thanks to the human that reads this!
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There's no episode this week! I'm outta town! Love ya!
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On this weekās episode, after discussing my joke- and gym-filled weekend, Iām eschewing the gym for the movie theater! Having finally viewed all ten best picture nominees, I dive into my love for movies and the Oscars, breaking down my rankings of all ten, and sharing my predictions for some of my fave categories in writing, acting, directing and more. Will I get any predictions right?? Who cares! But check em out all the same.
Weāll also talk about the emotional pull of great films, the artistry behind contenders like Wicked and The Substance, what old movie standard Iād love to see make a comeback, and the performances that left a mark. From screenplay adaptations to animated features, Iām covering it allāso tune in and see if my Oscar picks hold up!
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