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POAT

By Anthony LeDonne

A podcast from a guy who hates podcasts. Every week, comedian, actor, and author, Anthony LeDonne, discusses stuff.
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POATJul 10, 2020

00:00
33:08
I Should Instagram Something

I Should Instagram Something

In this week's episode, Anthony talks about the author formally known as Prince (Harry), what people really look like on Delta flights, and why he could never be a commercial airline pilot.

Jan 17, 202336:12
I'm a Real Businessman

I'm a Real Businessman

In this week's* episode, Anthony talks about setting S.M.A.R.T. goals, his businessman days, and doing comedy on cruise ships.



*quarter's

Jan 10, 202345:57
Vegetarian Meat Eater

Vegetarian Meat Eater

This week, Anthony talks about the World Series of Comedy, his [half-assed] foray into vegetarianism, and why New Yorkers could be nicer to conservatives. 

Jun 24, 202255:07
Netflix Minus

Netflix Minus

This week Anthony talks about the World Series of Comedy, Happy the Elephant's struggle for emancipation, the Squid Game reality TV show, and the illegality of wearing an American flag bikini.

Jun 16, 202247:31
The Road Will Do That To You

The Road Will Do That To You

This week Anthony talks about taking care of a Pomeranian with catastrophic diarrhea while on a road trip, the Queen's Jubilee, and the drama surrounding golf's newest tour rivalry.

Jun 03, 202245:30
Champagne in Central Park

Champagne in Central Park

Anthony's back in the saddle to chat about what he wants Musk to do with Twitter, why he thinks Putin's nukes won't work, and why he's excited to have beer back in the fridge. All that and more on this week's POAT.

Apr 28, 202242:16
Is there a veterinarian on this flight?

Is there a veterinarian on this flight?

This week, Anthony takes on statue removal, vets (animal, not armed forces!), Simpsons censorship, and getting into and out of debt. Hit him up in the DMs with questions/comments/concerns/quests/queries/inquiries/enquiries and most importantly, compliments: @anthonyledonne.

Dec 04, 202146:13
Your Foot's in My Wazoo

Your Foot's in My Wazoo

This week, cartoonist and comedian, Jason Chatfield, joins Anthony to discuss sh*tty teenage jobs, "success edging," why seeing regular people [like us] in commercials is downfall of society, the 100th anniversary of Jason's comic strip, Ginger Meggs, and why Australians have to come to the US to make it big.

Nov 23, 202101:10:27
Stop, Drop, and Dash

Stop, Drop, and Dash

This week Anthony discusses restaurant menus, nosy neighbors (him), delivery people doing the "drop and dash", and taxi cab etiquette. As always, listener questions can be sent to poatcast@gmail.com or straight to Anthony's DM's at @anthonyledonne. Thanks for listening!

Nov 15, 202155:40
Origin Story: Adam Muller

Origin Story: Adam Muller

In this special episode of POAT, Anthony interviews comedian Adam Muller. Listen in to learn how he went from playing college hockey to starting a hedge fund to a career in comedy. Follow him on Instagram and TikTok @adam.muller.  Got a question or topic suggestion? poatcast@gmail.com.

Nov 02, 202101:18:33
Manhattan with a Benadryl Back

Manhattan with a Benadryl Back

This week, Anthony talks about getting sick, getting tested, getting back on social media, and the creative process. As always, send listener questions, topic suggestions, and fan/hatemail to poatcast@gmail.com. Enjoy!

Oct 09, 202149:22
Papers, Comrade?

Papers, Comrade?

This week, after an extended "sorry for being late" segment, Anthony talks about whether not teaching cursive in schools spells disaster for America, New York City's vaccine passport requirement, a book recommendation, and his struggle getting back to his routine after a monthlong road trip.

Aug 29, 202144:26
Deli Mouse

Deli Mouse

This week, Anthony talks about the Whole Foods Deli Mouse fiasco, the missing Mainer in NYC, his wife's newest books release (To Sir, with Love), New Orleans, Russian Hacks (not a comedy troupe), and more.

Jun 06, 202130:40
A Guy Walks Into a Bar... and Weeps for Joy

A Guy Walks Into a Bar... and Weeps for Joy

This week I'm SOOOooooOOOo excited about three things that signal the end of the pandemic in NYC: real, actual bars where you can sit, drink, and escape the annoyances of The World (and not have to eat food at a stupid table like an inmate), the return of live comedy, and my halal guy recognized me!

May 12, 202148:41
The Ol' Boobs Bait & Switch

The Ol' Boobs Bait & Switch

This week, Anthony discusses how TV shows use boobs to bait and switch viewers, the idiocy of wanting "authentic" food in a restaurant, and why the phrase "The Art & Science of..." is stupid. He somehow manages to offend everyone in Burma (Myanmar?!), Sicily, and the American South. Shoutouts to Zeus, Arthur C. Clarke, Ben Franklin, and TANSTAAFL.

Apr 24, 202142:55
What Do We Really Know? I Don't Know.

What Do We Really Know? I Don't Know.

This week, Anthony talks routines and whether he's missing out in life by getting Starbucks for his morning coffee instead of the local cafe, whether his routine is the only thing preventing him from being like Einstein, and the pros and cons of writing versus typing. Real big stuff. 

Apr 10, 202142:08
A Truckload of Chinos

A Truckload of Chinos

This week Anthony talks about his Morning Pages routine, learning life lessons from his dentist, how wearing a blazer is the only thing separating him from animals, his love of shoe shines, and Senator Bernie Sanders' discomfort with Twitter banning President Trump. Oh, and he's still producing his Zoom comedy show, The Sit-Down Comedy Show (sitdowncomedyshow.com).

Mar 24, 202149:05
The Pot Calling The Tea Kettle High

The Pot Calling The Tea Kettle High

This week Anthony talks about his hatred of vacation photos, Hawaii vs the Caribbean, finding yourself and not liking what you found, white supremacist hand signals, and marijuana legalization. He also mistakes IRC for IRQ and apologizes to nerds everywhere. Oh, and he's producing a limited-run Zoom comedy show called The Sit-Down Comedy Show (sitdowncomedyshow.com).

Mar 04, 202101:01:10
Where Does the Lotion Go

Where Does the Lotion Go

This week, Anthony tackles his chili recipe, why celebrities say stupid things on the internet, the $15 minimum wage, a North Dakota bill to kill Apple’s App Store, and how using lotion makes him hate his body and understand women.

Feb 17, 202140:38
I'm All Molehill, No Mountain

I'm All Molehill, No Mountain

This week Anthony discusses whether gyms are dead, his undying love of Australia’s best export, The Outback Steakhouse, his confusion with gender pronouns (he’s thee/thine), and why saying DWYSYWD is the stupidest thing he’s ever heard.

Jan 28, 202148:02
Doing Analogue

Doing Analogue

This week, Anthony makes the case for going analogue. He discusses the pros and cons of ditching Kindle and going full on Gutenberg, buying real, physical books. 

Jan 16, 202133:53
Truffle Butter on New Year's Eve

Truffle Butter on New Year's Eve

Happy New Year! This week Anthony talks about his New Year's Anti-Resolutions, why saying "have a safe New Year's" is stupid, his disappointment in white truffles, and his love of sweet sweet truffle butter.

Jan 05, 202136:14
A Phone Call Says You Care

A Phone Call Says You Care

This week Anthony rates Christmas cards and threatens to communicate with friends the old fashioned way. And he has a message for everyone who can't wait for 2020 to be over...

Dec 19, 202056:11
Brace Face

Brace Face

This week Anthony talks about adult braces, recommended reading, and a writing tip he thinks his grandpa gave him back in the day.

Dec 09, 202040:54
Sipultaneous

Sipultaneous

Cartoonist and comedian, Jason Chatfield (@jasonchatfield), joins this week to discuss his new show on Food Network, Buddy vs Christmas, walking out of Alita Battle Angel, New Girl, and Australian and American politics.

Nov 27, 202001:14:22
Driving a Lot But Going Nowhere

Driving a Lot But Going Nowhere

This week, Anthony talks about God's Gregorian calendar, how James Clear's Atomic Habits help him work out, why you never see pomp separate from circumstance, and why Thanksgiving is better than Christmas.

00:00 Does the week start on Monday?

04:10 Real Artists Ship

12:54 Lockdown V2

22:46 Thanksgiving Recipes

41:42 Thanksgiving vs Christmas [or All the Food; None of the Baggage]

48:23 The O.G. Pomp & Circumstance

Nov 21, 202054:51
What’s the Italian Word for Ripoff?

What’s the Italian Word for Ripoff?

This week, Anthony talks about election night news coverage, getting ripped off by a fancy Italian restaurant, and the eventual reopening of comedy in NYC.


00:00 Intro

00:57 Worst Gender Reveal Party Ever

13:08 What’s the Italian Word for Ripoff?

20:09 Monday Musing

24:09 When are Comedy Clubs Opening?

29:18 Gebson’s Guitars

30:33 Working One Out: U Got a Minute?

35:00 Working (another) One Out: Pools

39:18 I’m (sort of) Working Out Again

Nov 11, 202045:03
I Hope Your Guy Wins

I Hope Your Guy Wins

Anthony talks about why you shouldn't vote, the Hitler 'Stache, and his irritation at social media telling people to get the flu shot. Send topic suggestions and love mail to poatcast@gmail.com. To help keep this podcast ad-free, please support at anchor.fm/anthony-ledonne.


00:00 Can't Wait for the Haters

02:41 Don't Vote

04:54 Barty Crouch and the Hitler 'Stache

12:48 Working One Out: No Kids

28:23 NYC's Ready for a Riot

33:52 Thank You to the Fans

38:27 It's Weird to See Social Media as a Gatekeeper

Nov 04, 202046:38
Kegstands at Hogwarts

Kegstands at Hogwarts

Anthony talks about colorblind bomb squad guys, the joys of free shipping, and why buying paper towels makes him feel rich and fancy. Send topic suggestions and love mail to poatcast@gmail.com. To help keep this podcast ad-free, please support at anchor.fm/anthony-ledonne.


00:00 O Christmas Tree
5:51 Jo Malone + Free Shipping
11:02 What I’m Reading Now
18:31 Animal Crossing: New Horizons Halloween Walkthrough
20:31 Colorblind Bomb Squad Guy
23:42 An Honest Living
24:29 Reader Email: NYC is a Great City for Introverts
27:33 COVID Forces us to Focus on What’s Important
28:50 Minimum Wage
34:12 I’m a 2-Ply Guy
42:38 Fun Announcements

Oct 27, 202044:50
How Many Songs Has Jay-Z Written About Reno?

How Many Songs Has Jay-Z Written About Reno?

Anthony talks about the iPhone 12 Pro, his method for buying cars, and his biggest regret. Send topic suggestions and love mail to poatpodcast@gmail.com. To help keep this podcast ad-free, please support at anchor.fm/anthony-ledonne.

00:00 How To Make A Phone For Introverts
13:55 Why Is Every Visit To The Cleaners A Negotiation?
20:32 A Few Fall Recipes
25:24 🎶Where Have All The NYC Horsies Gone? 🎶
29:21 The Greatest City In The World
34:00 My Biggest Regret
39:52 Zoom Comedy Shows Are Here To Stay (For Now)
44:25 Fake Ending
45:31 Jerry's Book

Oct 21, 202047:12
When you’re all by yourself the buck stops with you.

When you’re all by yourself the buck stops with you.

Anthony talks about LL Bean, failure, and his biggest misses in the kitchen. Send topic suggestions and love mail to poatpodcast@gmail.com. To help keep this podcast ad-free, please support at anchor.fm/anthony-ledonne.

Oct 13, 202058:20
Mojito Cuba vs Regular Old Mojito

Mojito Cuba vs Regular Old Mojito

Anthony talks about Q-Tips, Kant's categorical imperative, a comedy show fight, The Social Dilemma, and who you should vote for. Oh, and he mistakes The Office for Office Space. 🤦‍♂

Sep 29, 202048:53
I Want Hard. I Want Nuts.

I Want Hard. I Want Nuts.

Anthony talks about bidets, chocolates, and how to be disappointed instead of offended.

Sep 23, 202049:57
Can't I Just Be Alive and Breathing?

Can't I Just Be Alive and Breathing?

Why does it have to always be alive and kicking? Why can't it be alive and just walking around? 

This week, Anthony talks about his recent road trip, how all Oregonians are militant grandparents, and why he's glad to be back in NYC. Oh, and he struggles to answer a basic reader questions.

Sep 14, 202050:49
A New York Love Story

A New York Love Story

Anthony and his wife, New York Times bestselling author, Lauren Layne, discuss what questions to never ask an author, where ideas come from, high school sweethearts, and other stuff.

Sep 02, 202001:17:25
Diarrhea on a Yoga Mat

Diarrhea on a Yoga Mat

Anthony chats with cartoonist and illustrator, Jason Chatfield (@jasonchatfield), about creativity during COVID, stopping a baby thief in NYC, and how not to kill your spouse when you both live and work together.

Aug 20, 202001:19:55
It's A Gas Gun, Numb Nuts

It's A Gas Gun, Numb Nuts

Restaurant Confirmation Calls & Window Seats: 2:44

Listener Emails, Fight Fight Fight: 8:01

Reading CNN Makes Me Understand Fox News Fans: 9:21

My Neighbors Are Still Animals: 11:59

Live Cooking Show 8.11.2020 5pm ET: 16:00

Do We Care If People Flee Cities: 17:35

Mulan: 26:28

Aug 11, 202047:06
Let's Hug and Touch and Do Weird Things

Let's Hug and Touch and Do Weird Things

00:00 Intro

01:19 Negative Reviewers

08:44 I don't want the pandemic to end.

11:52 My Routine

13:50 People who use ASAP

16:54 Small minds, and Righteous Mind

24:08 I just got health insurance

29:06 Why is it so hard to get fresh fish in NYC?

35:28 My new website


As always send any and all audio and video questions to poatpodcast@gmail.com. Don't forgot to rate and review [assuming it's 5 stars]. Listen on Apple, Google, Spotify, Stitcher, or anywhere podcasts are played.

Aug 04, 202042:17
Nuts 4 Nuts

Nuts 4 Nuts

0:00 Intro

3:31 Nuts 4 Nuts

9:16 White Collar

13:42 Daily Stoic

14:18: Approved bad words?

16:29 Back to Daily Stoic

19:53 What's really important?

29:35 My First Zoom Comedy Show

36:53 Still not reading the news

39:52 A quick rant about my neighbors

43:08 New Spotify Playlist

45:57 Fried Friggen Chicken and Great Customer Service

50:56 Three things that keep me up at night.


As always send any and all audio and video questions to poatpodcast@gmail.com. Don't forgot to rate and review [assuming it's 5 stars]. Listen on Apple, Google, Spotify, Stitcher, or anywhere podcasts are played.

Jul 28, 202052:42
Zoom Me Baby One More Time

Zoom Me Baby One More Time

3:32: COVID Tipping
8:38: Art: How big is too big?
12:53: Animal crossing
16:54: DBAF Update
22:02: Zoom callback
25:53: COVID Purchase review
33:02: Books!
36:10: Unsocial Media
41:09: Fake Meat
43:09: Mocktails
43:54: Being creative during quarantine
46:50: macOS updates are LIES

As always [starting now] send any and all audio and video questions to poatpodcast@gmail.com. Don't forgot to rate and review—assuming it's a 5 star review. Listen on Apple, Google, Spotify, Stitcher, or anywhere podcasts are played. 

Jul 21, 202050:25
Unsocial Media

Unsocial Media

Anthony talks about the bliss of ignoring the news and the glee of permanently deleting his Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook accounts. 

Jul 16, 202032:50
Irregardless

Irregardless

Anthony talks about irregardless, his Apple Support experience, the democratization of content creation, and Animal Crossing: New Horizons.

Jul 10, 202033:08
Hi Mom

Hi Mom

Anthony rambles about being a first-time recycler, SoCal weather, and the delightful annoyances of NYC. And rosé.

Jul 07, 202023:37