<![CDATA[J_R Bjornson: Podcast]]>https://www.blindguycomedy.com/s/podcasthttps://www.blindguycomedy.com/img/substack.pngJ_R Bjornson: Podcasthttps://www.blindguycomedy.com/s/podcastSubstackSun, 20 Sep 2026 02:21:02 GMT<![CDATA[National Photography Day and Subscriptions Rule the World]]>https://www.blindguycomedy.com/p/national-photography-day-and-subscriptionshttps://www.blindguycomedy.com/p/national-photography-day-and-subscriptionsWed, 19 Aug 2026 12:03:41 GMTIf You Had to Pay to See? What if your eyesight came with a monthly subscription? And what happens when everything in life starts feeling like one?

On Episode 13 of The Midday Show with J.R. Bjornson, J.R. celebrates August 19 with National Photography Day, Potato Day, Soft Ice Cream Day, Hot and Spicy Food Day, and National Aviation Day. Along the way, he shares his love of spicy food, his questionable method for making “soft” ice cream, and why flying still makes him think, I should’ve just drove.

Then a hilarious TikTok about a blind man losing his artificial vision because he forgot to pay the subscription sends J.R. down a rabbit hole: phones, internet, email, YouTube Premium, podcasting tools—even having a roof over your head can start to feel like one giant collection of monthly payments.

Question of the day: If you could permanently cancel one subscription or monthly bill without losing the service, which one would you choose?

Grab some potatoes, take a picture of them, add something spicy, and enjoy another quick dose of weird holidays, random observations, and laughs on The Midday Show with J.R. Bjornson.

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]]><![CDATA[Superstitions, Baby Boomers & Our YouTube Podcast Debut]]>https://www.blindguycomedy.com/p/superstitions-baby-boomers-and-ourhttps://www.blindguycomedy.com/p/superstitions-baby-boomers-and-ourTue, 18 Aug 2026 14:02:07 GMT

Happy August 17. On Episode 11 of The Midday Show with J.R. Bjornson, J.R. talks about Black Cat Appreciation Day and whether superstition still has a hold on us, celebrates thrift stores, pineapple juice, vanilla custard, loving your feet, and gives a shout-out to the generations of baby boomers who watched technology completely transform the world. Plus, the show officially arrives on YouTube, giving listeners a new place to join the conversation, and J.R. shares a preview of his latest Calgary comedy adventure-including an unexpectedly stressful walk through a lightning storm.

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The Midday Show With J.R. Bjornson is a weekly podcast where JR Bjornson a Blind standup comedian celebrates the IDs of the national calendar and shares whatever is going on in his mind when recording these episodes. Runtime on average is 13 minutes. Below is the mentioned video of J.R. and his wife on a unwanted, lightning field adventure walk after a Calgary comedy show.

]]><![CDATA[Good News Friday Every Blind Person Is Different TMSW J.R. Bjornson]]>https://www.blindguycomedy.com/p/good-news-friday-every-blind-personhttps://www.blindguycomedy.com/p/good-news-friday-every-blind-personTue, 18 Aug 2026 05:16:31 GMTFor Good News Friday, J.R. reflects on a recent gathering with other blind people and how meeting someone with a completely different approach to independence reminded him that no two blind people experience life the same way. From accessibility technology and AI to independence, art, and asking for help, J.R. celebrates the different perspectives that make every person’s story their own.

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The Midday Show with J.R. Bjornson is a weekday podcast mixing personal stories, comedy, quirky holidays, accessibility, and everyday observations—all from the perspective of a blind stand-up comedian who wants you to leave a little happier than when you arrived.

]]><![CDATA[First Aid, Accessibility Reminder and an 89% Win TMSW J.R. Bjornson]]>https://www.blindguycomedy.com/p/first-aid-accessibility-reminderhttps://www.blindguycomedy.com/p/first-aid-accessibility-reminderSun, 16 Aug 2026 14:03:22 GMTJ.R. celebrates earning his Class C First Aid certification with an 89%, while sharing the accessibility challenges, determination, and humor that got him through it. Along the way, he detours through national Left Hand day, National Prosecco Day, Harry Potter, self-acceptance, and why sometimes the best accomplishment is proving that excuses really are just excuses.

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The Midday Show with J.R. Bjornson is an unpredictable mix of personal stories, comedy, pop culture, accessibility, and whatever happens to be on J.R.’s mind that day.

]]><![CDATA[First Aid The Original Hype Man and Women for Doctors TMSW J.R. Bjornson]]>https://www.blindguycomedy.com/p/first-aid-the-original-hype-man-andhttps://www.blindguycomedy.com/p/first-aid-the-original-hype-man-andSat, 15 Aug 2026 14:02:08 GMTJ.R. celebrates Middle Child Day, Vinyl Record Day, IBM PC Day and other August 12 oddities before talking about why he’s spending the day taking a first aid and CPR course. From the Internet myth surrounding the Heimlich maneuver to preparing for outreach work, J.R. wonders what he’ll learn about keeping someone alive until the professionals arrive.

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The Midday Show with J.R. Bjornson is a weekday 13-minute hangout featuring unusual calendar celebrations, personal stories, random observations and whatever happens to be on J.R.’s mind.

]]><![CDATA[The Time My Appendix Nearly Burst TMSW J.R. Bjornson ]]>https://www.blindguycomedy.com/p/the-time-my-appendix-nearly-bursthttps://www.blindguycomedy.com/p/the-time-my-appendix-nearly-burstFri, 14 Aug 2026 14:01:45 GMTJ.R. celebrates some of August 11’s unusual calendar days before sharing the story of an emergency appendix removal when he was nine years old—and the painful recovery and infection that followed. Plus, he looks at some common surgeries and asks listeners: What surgery have you been through, and was the recovery harder than you expected?

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The Midday Show with J.R. Bjornson is a weekday hangout featuring strange and interesting calendar celebrations, personal stories, random observations, and whatever happens to be on J.R.’s mind. Hosted by blind stand-up comedian J.R. Bjornson, each episode is a short, laid-back conversation designed to feel like catching up with a friend.

]]><![CDATA[Back to School Routines, Lazy Day & S’mores TMSW J.R. Bjornson]]>https://www.blindguycomedy.com/p/back-to-school-routines-lazy-dayhttps://www.blindguycomedy.com/p/back-to-school-routines-lazy-dayThu, 13 Aug 2026 14:02:55 GMTJ.R. checks out the odd and interesting holidays of August 10 before turning his attention to routines, first-aid training, and the looming return of the back-to-school morning rush. With five kids to get out the door, he reflects on childhood school mornings and why getting everyone back into a routine might be the real test of survival.

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The Midday Show with J.R. Bjornson is your daily dose of comedian J.R. Bjornson-exploring odd international calendar holidays and whatever happens to be going through his mind, with no real format, just a friend hanging out with you for around 13 minutes every Monday through Friday.

]]><![CDATA[Good News Friday The Night I Realized I Could Run My Own Comedy Show TMSW J.R. Bjornson]]>https://www.blindguycomedy.com/p/good-news-friday-the-night-i-realizedhttps://www.blindguycomedy.com/p/good-news-friday-the-night-i-realizedWed, 12 Aug 2026 14:08:45 GMTWhen every other comedian was away on Heritage Day, J.R. found himself unexpectedly running an entire open mic on his own, and discovered he was more capable than he ever imagined. Plus, he shares local weekend events in Red Deer and invites listeners to celebrate the week's wins by sending in their own Good News Friday stories.

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The Midday Show with J.R. Bjornson is a weekday hangout featuring strange and interesting calendar celebrations, personal stories, random observations, and whatever happens to be on J.R.’s mind. Hosted by blind stand-up comedian J.R. Bjornson, each episode is a short, laid-back conversation designed to feel like catching up with a friend.

]]><![CDATA[Life Is Expensive... So Are We Delaying Life? TMSW J.R. Bjornson]]>https://www.blindguycomedy.com/p/life-is-expensive-so-are-we-delayinghttps://www.blindguycomedy.com/p/life-is-expensive-so-are-we-delayingTue, 11 Aug 2026 17:49:50 GMTAre millennials and other young adults putting off life’s biggest milestones because everything from rent to groceries costs so much? J.R. shares his thoughts on the rising cost of living, reflects on finding purpose beyond money, celebrates a few quirky international holidays, and invites listeners to join the conversation.

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The Midday Show with J.R. Bjornson is a weekday hangout featuring strange and interesting calendar celebrations, personal stories, random observations, and whatever happens to be on J.R.’s mind. Hosted by blind stand-up comedian J.R. Bjornson, each episode is a short, laid-back conversation designed to feel like catching up with a friend.

]]><![CDATA[Root Beer Floats, Lawns & Time Flying TMSW J.R. Bjornson.]]>https://www.blindguycomedy.com/p/root-beer-floats-lawns-and-time-flyinghttps://www.blindguycomedy.com/p/root-beer-floats-lawns-and-time-flyingMon, 10 Aug 2026 20:57:00 GMTEpisode 3 is all about finding the fun in the middle of the week. J.R. celebrates National Root Beer Float Day, debates the mystery of IPA beer, shares why a perfectly kept lawn is becoming more impressive with age, and reflects on his journey from radio announcer to blind stand-up comedian and podcast host. It’s another laid-back conversation filled with laughs, stories, and the kind of everyday observations that make you feel like you’re catching up with a friend.

The Midday Show with J.R. Bjornson is a lighthearted weekday podcast where blind stand-up comedian J.R. Bjornson shares funny stories, everyday observations, quirky holidays, and the occasional life lesson. Drawing from his background in radio and comedy, J.R. delivers a positive, conversational show that feels like catching up with a friend over coffee. Whether you’re commuting, taking a break at work, or simply looking for a reason to smile, The Midday Show is the perfect companion to brighten your day.

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]]><![CDATA[BBQ, Chocolate Chip Cookie & Childhood Lessons TMSW J.R. Bjornson]]>https://www.blindguycomedy.com/p/bbq-chocolate-chip-cookie-and-childhoodhttps://www.blindguycomedy.com/p/bbq-chocolate-chip-cookie-and-childhoodThu, 06 Aug 2026 21:13:03 GMTSpend your lunch break with J.R. as he celebrates Chocolate Chip Cookie Day, shares stories from a backyard barbecue, and asks the all-importantquestion: when someone says “all you can eat,” which team are you on? Along the way, he reflects on the childhood lessons many of us still carry into adulthood and how one simple meal can spark some surprisingly meaningful conversations. It’s another lighthearted, feel-good episode of The Midday Show with J.R. Bjornson that’s sure to leave you smiling.

The Midday Show with J.R. Bjornson is a daily podcast where blind comedian J.R. shares lighthearted stories, everyday observations, and positive conversations to brighten your lunch break one episode at a time.

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]]><![CDATA[Would you Snoop? TMSW J.R. Bjornson]]>https://www.blindguycomedy.com/p/would-you-snoop-tmsw-jr-bjornsonhttps://www.blindguycomedy.com/p/would-you-snoop-tmsw-jr-bjornsonWed, 05 Aug 2026 19:19:06 GMTAugust is here, and J.R. Bjornson kicks off the month by celebrating civic holidays across Canada before diving into a surprisingly thought-provoking question: if a friend asked you to house-sit, would you snoop? Along the way, J.R. shares stories about his reactive boxer Murphy, the importance of trust, and why getting older has changed the way he thinks about friendships. Join the conversation and ask yourself: would you respect the house rules, or would curiosity get the better of you?

The Midday Show with J.R. Bjornson is a daily podcast where stand-up comedian and former radio host J.R. Bjornson shares random thoughts, asks “would you?” questions, reacts to the occasional local story making the rounds, and never quite knows where the conversation will end up. It’s just a blind guy, a DJI microphone, and whatever happens to be on his mind—subscribe for unpredictable conversations, laughs, and the kind of mindless chatter that’s surprisingly entertaining.

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