We hang with standup comic Jayson Lee Rose on Snacking & Yakkin and it gets real fast. We talk Myrtle Beach and Charleston comedy, brain injuries, bipolar chaos, quitting jobs on lunch break, open mics that feel like group therapy, and why chasing laughs is the most insane life plan that still somehow makes sense.

We snack on Jack Link’s and Mountain Dew Baja Blast, swap road stories from Dockside Bar and bowling-alley comedy clubs, drag our mental health into the light, and rant about meds, nerves, and that “I might puke but I still love this” feeling right before a set. There is talk of Shriners, army recruiters, gay bars, roller derby, and girlfriends who still look this many years old.

If we made you laugh or feel slightly called out in a good way, hit subscribe, drop a comment, and share this with your favorite unmedicated (or overmedicated) funny friend. And if you want to keep us stocked in zero-sugar soda and gas-station jerky, the Patreon is only $5 a month.Follow Jayson in insta: @jaysonjaysonrose

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Wild geese, voodoo chips, flirting, improv, and peanut butter theology, all in one snack-fueled hangout. Julian Smith (aka @GlamourToads) joins BIG Ben Kennedy on Snacking & Yakkin for an hour of wild riffs, art talk, music talk, and a whole lot of cackling.

They break down Zapp’s Voodoo potato chips, Blenheim ginger ale, open mics, improv at Theatre 99, Liquid Improv, weird hair disasters, the 27 Club, John Waters, Dolly Parton lore, and why passion matters more than perfection. If you like offbeat comics, artsy weirdos, and conversations that keep veering into bits, this one is for you.

👉 Follow Julian: @GlamourToads

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Shrimp chips, LaCroix, and a whole lot of heart. In this episode of “Snackin’ & Yakkin’ with BIG Ben Kennedy”, stand up comic, actor, engineer, and single mom Imee Cuison sits down to talk about chasing big dreams while raising an even bigger scene‑stealing kid.

We get into her wild jump from ICU nurse to engineer, building “executive presence” through public speaking, finding comedy in trauma, raising a young working actor, sobriety, faith, and why she refuses to pick just one path. There is talk of Filipino identity, awkward bar dudes, parent guilt, kid actors, EMDR therapy, and how the universe sometimes lines things up when you finally move.

If you are a comic, parent, creative, or late bloomer who feels “behind,” this one will light a fire under you. Grab a snack, hit play, and hang out with us.

Follow Imee on Insta: @imeecuison

Bacon, comedy, and chaos all in one episode. Big Ben Kennedy sits down with aspiring YouTuber Drake Hayes to crush almost 2 pounds of bacon and talk carnivore diet wins, donut disasters, fitness, accents, Oreos, cats, Costco eggs, and why gas station snacks are basically emotional support food.

Drake breaks down his 8 months on hardcore carnivore, eating 18 eggs at a time, trying to balance meat, carbs, and gym life, and how his channel is shifting from “strict carnivore guy” to “Drake Kills Curiosity.” They also shout out his podcast “Hammers and Hash Browns,” swap stories about Baltimore and Florida country culture, soft pretzel addictions, and the wild state of YouTube and podcasting.

Stick around to see the Charleston puzzle-art Drake built for the set, hear about carnivore-friendly snacks like Carnivore Bar, and find out why showing up to Ben’s live stand up show might land you on Snackin' & Yakkin'.

Drake on TikTok & IG: @DrakeKillsCuriosityPodcast: Hammers and Hash Browns

Cold ones at 8:05 a.m., Sno-Caps in hand, and work stories that go off the rails. Buddy, my 24-hour work partner and certified movie candy snob, joins Snackin’ & Yakkin’ for a loud, laugh-heavy hang.

We talk nanny-cam ambulances, shower beers, the great Snow Caps vs Junior Mints debate, a legendary OPIQ camera prank, a spider showdown for the ages, Steelers vs Ravens chirps, the world’s fanciest dog name, and a spicy take on Bluey’s Bandit.

Watch for jokes, real partner chemistry, and boxes of nonpareils. Not your typical episode, still a blast.

Two comedy lifers reunite, fix a cursed recording, sip Dirty Dr Pepper, and trade wild DC–Baltimore radio stories!

Jared Stern joins Big Ben Kennedy for a full-on Snackin’ & Yakkin’ session. We talk early open mics at Winchester’s, Elliot in the Morning memories, lost tapes, and the second-place comedy contest days. Then we make Dirty Dr Peppers the right way, crush Dots Homestyle Pretzels, and hit everything from albums to haiku.

What’s inside

* Radio and comedy war stories from DC, Maryland, and Virginia

* The night Harrisburg Comedy Zone felt like a reunion

* The Elliot years, the exit, and the lessons

* Making a proper Dirty Dr Pepper - Dr Pepper over crushed ice, small splash coconut cream coffee creamer, squeeze of lime

* Snack time with Dots pretzels

* Jared’s album, Live on Broadway in Hanover, PA

* Between Two Sterns, the podcast of 2 or more Jared Sterns

* 1700 Esoteric Syllables About Yo Mama, a clean, clever haiku book

* Bloomington, IN dates with Emo Phillips, Dec 5–6Guest links

* All things Jared Stern, his album, podcast, and book: https://jaredstern.com

Boiled peanuts, IBC root beer, and roller derby stories. Haley “Striker” Macon from Lowcountry Highrollers joins Snackin' & Yakkin' with Big Ben Kennedy to talk derby life, Greenville’s powerhouse squad, Halloween fits, and why the team’s community means so much. She opens up about her father's "influence", living with Crohn’s, the semicolon on her helmet, hospital stays, and why screening matters. We also chat social media tactics for teams, Flashley Photos on the camera, and a few chaotic cats.

Highlights

* Snack of the day, boiled peanuts, plus root beer taste test

* Derby journey from volunteer to skater

* Greenville bout talk and team culture

* Crohn’s story, support, and screenings

* TikTok and marketing tips for leagues

* Photography shoutout, Flashley Photos

If you or a friend lives with Crohn’s, share this episode. Donate to local fundraisers when you can, and check in on your people.

Harrison Broadstreet joins Big Ben Kennedy on Snackin’ & Yakkin’ to talk the craft of hosting, building a scene, and finding your voice on stage. We get into open mics at Wit's End in Charleston, lessons from working clubs in Springfield, Missouri, writing strong feature sets, nerves, and why a good host protects the show. Todd Glass stories, club psychology, and what makes a room feel like comedy!

Follow Harrison:

Instagram: @harrisonbroadstreetYouTube: @HarrisonBroadstreet