Tim Gaither Podcast

Wes Roper coached Missouri wrestling for 12 years, becoming the head coache at age 27. He is a former All American himself and one of the winningest wrestlers in program history. Above all that he is a super nice guy and really easy to talk to. We had a great conversation. Listen here.

John Caponera has had his own sitcom, he has traveled the world, he's written books. He's one of the funniest people on the planet. It comes really natural to him, but he's also worked really hard at it. Sacrificing a lot for it as well. One of the best and easiest conversations I've ever had on this podcast. John Caponera makes me laugh.

Ed Geise was one of the best freestyle wrestlers in America in the late 80s, early 90's. The University of Minnesota All American was also close friends with wrestling legend Dave Shultz and trained along side him on Foxcatcher farms in PA where Dave ultimately lost his life, inspiring the hit movie Foxcatcher starring Mark Ruffalo, Steve Carell & Channing Tatum. Ed talks about his relationship with Dave as well as his own phenomenal career.

Pastor Ted was an 81 year old semi retired pastor. We became friends years ago and he recently passed. I was able to record our conversation days before his death. He loved God, he never pretended to be perfect or have all the answers, he was funny, and I and my family will miss him dearly, we will also never forget him and feel very blessed to have become close to him. it was an honor, and we loved him.

Karith Foster is a comedian, actress and Motivational speaker. Karith recently appearing in the Film Documentary "No Safe Spaces" alongside megastars Tim Allen and Adam Corolla. We had a great talk about the documentary and its importance not only for the livelihood of comedians but the well being of society in general. This was a good conversation.

I got to open for John "pops" Witherspoon about 25-30 times. Great person, hilarious comedian. My boy is turning one and I had a breakthrough set at the Comedy Store. I talk about all this and more in this solo podcast.

Update on my boy, my thoughts on Trump, the media, racism, fake outrage, How Americans have lost the ability to understand or think for themselves, why prison should be harder and my opinion that common sense is dead.

Curt Fletcher is my most regular feature act on the road. We caught up in Tulsa and talked about Comedy and wrestling. Two of my favorite things. He is one of the best comedy writers out there. Great dude, great friend, and hilarious. Have a listen

Kayla and Ron did a great job opening for me at the Loony Bin so we did a podcast. I enjoyed the week with these two and I enjoyed talking with them on this podcast. Funny, insightful, and Good people. Have a listen

I do a solo podcast about my boy, whats new in my act, 911, and how full of shit our country is becoming. Have a listen

Carl Labove is a brilliant stand up comedian, musician and actor. He was friends w some of the biggest names in stand up including his best friend Sam Kinison and my biggest inspiration in comedy Bill Hicks. We talk about stand up and what he's learned about himself, what it means to challenge yourself and his craft after 40 years in the business. This was an enlightening interview. great dude, have a listen.

1984 Olympic wrestling champion Randy Lewis is one of the greatest wrestlers the United States has ever had. I grew up with a poster of him and the 84 Olympic team on my wall. Dude is a legend. it was an honor to talk with him about his career.

Jeff Richards is hilarious. He has been on Mad TV and SNL, a rare feat. He does the best impressions of anyone I've ever met. We had a great week together in Vegas and recorded a podcast with some surprise guests including Louie Andersen in the historic Tropicana green room. Have a listen

Harry Basil wears many hats. Talent Booker, club owner, comedian, actor, director. He is friends with all the greats and if you don't like Harry, its you. Great guy, have a listen as he tells stories about Rodney, Jim Carrey..., The old days at the store, great interview, thanks for the support!, TG

I recorded a few prank calls and decided to make a little album. I hope you enjoy them.

I have known Dustin Kaufman for many years, a comic turned club owner, Dustin has a clear vision of what he would like his club to be and also plans to make it a place for KC comedians to call home. He's a funny dude with a good heart and I'm excited for him and the future of stand up comedy in KC. Have a listen here.

Neil Erisman is the first Division 1 wrestling coach in the history of Arkansas @ The University of Arkansas - Little Rock. He's hails from Desoto Kansas and was coached by 6x World/Olympic champion and legendary coach John Smith at Oklahoma State where he was a big 12 champion. We talk about coaching, the difference in High School vs. College, What he learned from Coleman Scott and his best John Smith Stories. Enjoy.

Myself and the two openers for the week Jesse Turney and Spencer Chase Perkins were holed up in a lake house doing a rainstorm. I watch them get half tight on pills and whiskey and we recorded the conversation. Enjoy.

Dustin Ybarra has all the tools to be a huge star. Dude is a beast on stage and has been in a lot of cool stuff, including Californication and several movie and T.V roles at only 32. We recorded a great conversation. Listen here.

Mat Edgar is one of my favorite people to run into in Hollywood. Funny, cool dude. We had a great conversation . Listen here.