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The Shmee Show

The Shmee Show

By Sam Pelissero

Shmee is the ultimate way of living life by following the beat of the earth, blocking out the bad, and expressing pure joy. Follow Sam Pelissero and friends as they share stories of pure comedic chaos and living life the Shmee way. SUPPORT SHMEE! anchor.fm/shmee/support
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Episode 11: UNHhhh

The Shmee ShowAug 28, 2019

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Episode 41: I Love the 90's! (Season 2 Finale)

Episode 41: I Love the 90's! (Season 2 Finale)

Shmee! Sam's friends Carolyn and Diana finally make it onto the podcast this week! This week they discuss everything 90's...and I mean EVERYTHING. T.V. shows, movies, games, growing up in the 90's, etc. It's a hilarious episode you won't want to skip! Also Sam and Diana battle over Alanis Morissette! 

Sep 22, 202001:03:01
Episode 40: The Radio Star

Episode 40: The Radio Star

Shmee! This week Sam is joined by Jersey's own radio DJ and alternative rock enthusiast John Laszkow! John details his life journey that led him to being a radio personality (spoiler: it was from swimming in the Hudson.) Sam gets the deets on the radio industry and the two discuss a variety of topics. The Shmee game of the day is "Alternative Rock Lyric or Emo 8th Grade Diary Entry." 

Sep 15, 202050:47
Episode 39: Boys v. Girls

Episode 39: Boys v. Girls

Sam is joined by Kelly Fitzpatrick! They ask each other questions they have been dying to ask the opposite gender. Does body count matter? Why do girls have such messy cars? Why do guys put their hands down their pants? The answers are fascinating and the stories are hilarious. SHMEE!
Sep 08, 202001:19:08
Episode 38: The One About Destiny

Episode 38: The One About Destiny

In today's episode, Sam is joined by his sisters Rebecca and Emma! They discuss the anxiety and thrill around our destiny. What is our purpose and what can we do to make sure we are always on the right path towards our destiny? Also, Sam cries for the first time on the podcast and has a huge life lesson to share and the end of the episode! SHMEE!

Sep 01, 202001:12:36
Episode 37: Food Conspiracy Theories

Episode 37: Food Conspiracy Theories

Shmee! Sam is joined by Kevin Ross. They fall down the rabbit hole of health and the food industry. This episode is a roller coaster of conversation topics. You can hear the passion for this topic in our voices. 

Aug 25, 202001:26:12
Episode 36: Britney Spears's America

Episode 36: Britney Spears's America

Shmee! Sam is joined by Carina Duffy! They talk about how it's time we shave America's head and start over. This country needs a phoenix moment and your Shmee spiritual advisors think they have a plan....lol

Aug 18, 202001:10:32
Episode 35: Gay Rights!

Episode 35: Gay Rights!

Shmee! Sam is joined again by Nicky Thomas! The title of the episode says it all! Fletcher. RPDR. BLM. Twitter. Coming Out Stories. They cover it all! 

Aug 11, 202001:17:19
Episode 34: Uber, Sports, and Vomit, Oh My!

Episode 34: Uber, Sports, and Vomit, Oh My!

Shmee! Sam is joined by Matt Ross and they share stories from their times as Uber drivers. They also discuss the horrors of elementary PE class. Game of the day is: Gym Horror Stories: Fan Edition!

Aug 04, 202055:47
Episode 33: Anxiety the House!

Episode 33: Anxiety the House!

Shmee! Today's episode Sam and his guest Ashlyn discuss mental health! They share stories of anxiety, give tips and tricks to conquer the voice in your head, and play a game of Never Have I Ever: Anxiety Edition. Welcome to the nut house.

Jul 30, 202045:19
Episode 32: CoroNO She Betta Don't!

Episode 32: CoroNO She Betta Don't!

DISCLAIMER: This episode was recorded a month before social distancing laws took effect.

Sam is joined by Tarah! They discuss current events about COVID-19, tattoos, fisting accidents, and Tarah tries slam poetry.

STAY SAFE AND STAY INSIDE!
Apr 08, 202055:41
Episode 31: Triggered

Episode 31: Triggered

It's the season 2 premiere! Sam is joined by the one and only tiktok, twitter, instagram sensation, Nicky Thomas! They talk about social media monstrosities, the life of a Jersey real estate agent, and what triggers us the most!
Apr 01, 202057:54
Episode 30: Cryptids and Confidants (Season 1 Finale)

Episode 30: Cryptids and Confidants (Season 1 Finale)

It's the season finale! Sam is joined by Dana Clarke and Greg Contaldi! They shamelessly promote their new series, "Shmee Investigates", while discussing the world of mysteries we live in. Dana educated the two on TikTok, Greg exposes Sam for not knowing who anyone is, and Sam exposes himself as a conspiracy theorist...freaky the HOUSE.
Jan 15, 202059:46
Episode 29: Military Brats

Episode 29: Military Brats

Sam is joined by his sister Becca! They share the stories of growing up being military brats. From Hawaii to Belgium to good ol' New Jersey, they had a wild life.
Jan 08, 202050:37
Episode 28: 2020 Vision

Episode 28: 2020 Vision

Sam is back with Mama Thurston! They review 2019 fades and phases, talk about parents that don't want to parents, review some of the decades weirdest moments, and ring in the new year together!
Jan 01, 202044:28
Episode 27: The Acting Game

Episode 27: The Acting Game

This week, Sam is joined by Mally Corrigan! They swap stories of trying to make it in "The Biz", the horrors of community theater, the horrors of being a free agent, and play the new hit game, The Acting Game!
Dec 23, 201954:15
Episode 26: Shmee Holiday Spectacular

Episode 26: Shmee Holiday Spectacular

Sam, Dana, and Ryan share hilarious Christmas stories, bond over the holiday depression, & play some good ol' reindeer games!
Dec 18, 201945:16
Twerk 4 Jesus {Shmee Christmas Song}

Twerk 4 Jesus {Shmee Christmas Song}

The title says it all.
Dec 17, 201901:45
Episode 25: Growing Up Gay

Episode 25: Growing Up Gay

Sam is joined by his good friend Albie! Together they share iconic stories of growing up gay, their first gay porn experience, and what it was like being closeted in high school. Also they share the true gay agenda.
Dec 11, 201959:15
Episode 24: Heart Breakers

Episode 24: Heart Breakers

Kelly Fitzpatrick is back to talk about breakups with Sam! Sam shares the crazy story about the drag queen psychic security guard that warned him about his ex. Kelly lets the world know she's an independent woman and she don't need no man. Moral of this story is: sometimes good people do bad things...and platonic plates make horrible gifts.
Nov 27, 201959:44
Episode 23: Hell Hath No Fury like Mercury Retrograde

Episode 23: Hell Hath No Fury like Mercury Retrograde

Dana Clarke is back! In this episode, Sam opens up about his personal experience with mercury retrograde and how all of his exes better book a one way ticket outta here! Also, Dana goes on a pap smear campaign.
Nov 20, 201958:02
Episode 22: Suburbia v. Single Use Plastic

Episode 22: Suburbia v. Single Use Plastic

In today's episode, Sam is joined by two of his dearest friends, Marisa and Aliza. Having met in suburbia NJ, the were inclined to share kooky small town stories. From hoarders, to swingers, to VPL's, the three may have taken this episode one step too far...or maybe that was just the cranky old man who compared the town to Auschwitz over the ban of single use plastic. We'll let you decide.
Nov 13, 201901:06:43
Episode 21: Krazy Karen

Episode 21: Krazy Karen

Sam is joined again by the Queen of Shmee, Jodi Taylor! The conversation this week is a roller coaster of topics. Food. Diet. Exercise. Airplanes. Karen. Sam's hatred of birds. It's...quite the episode.
Nov 06, 201949:20
Episode 20: Tales of the Dark Shmee!

Episode 20: Tales of the Dark Shmee!

Happy Halloween! Sam, Ryan, and Becky share spooky-ooky stories of the crypt. Discover why Becky's dog barks at 3AM, who is on the top bunk of Sam's childhood bed, and what's good with Ryan and candy corn. It's spooky season y'all!
Oct 30, 201946:55
Episode 19: The Birds & the Bees & Chlamydiaceae

Episode 19: The Birds & the Bees & Chlamydiaceae

Sam and Tarah are your sex education teachers for the next hour. Sit down and listen up. They discuss STI testing, sexual health, over coming the stigma, and finding humor while at the clinic. This is the class you never got in high school.
Oct 23, 201955:00
Episode 18: The Horrors of the Hospital

Episode 18: The Horrors of the Hospital

Mama Thurston is back! Sam's mom joins him again, this time to swap horror stories of the hospital. She's a full time nurse so you know she's good for them!
Oct 16, 201901:01:09
Episode 17: The Horrors of Customer Service

Episode 17: The Horrors of Customer Service

Sam sits down with Dana Clarke yet again and they dive into their worst customer service stories. Working with the general public can be horrifying and they are here to tell you why!
Oct 09, 201901:00:07
Episode 16: What's Your Sign?

Episode 16: What's Your Sign?

Sam is joined again by the one and only Carina Duffy! They catch up on all things '777', astrological, and spiritual. Also, they read each others horoscopes which turns into non stop laughter.
Oct 02, 201901:03:20
Episode 15: Area 51 Raid (Interview with an Alien)

Episode 15: Area 51 Raid (Interview with an Alien)

Sam and Ryan did it! They raided Area 51 and stole an alien! They sit down and interview it to hell. You'll never believe this out of this world episode!
Sep 25, 201929:49
Episode 14: Shmee University

Episode 14: Shmee University

The Queen of Shmee is here! Sam is joined by Jodi Taylor! They discuss the humor of decorating your middle school locker, Lisa Frank, college homecoming insanity, and then take a pop quiz!
Sep 18, 201901:04:01
Episode 13: The Beauty Within

Episode 13: The Beauty Within

Sam and his long time friend Becky Rynn spill the tea on the beauty community. They talk about body positivity, the make up industry, beauty gurus, and the art of drag.
Sep 11, 201955:58
Episode 12: Bromance

Episode 12: Bromance

Sam is joined by his bro(mance), Greg Contaldi! This is the episode about nothing...and everything all at the same time! They talk about Sam's daytime talk show debut, Greg's over seas adventures, and play a game of "Larry David Quote or Trump Tweet?"
Sep 04, 201957:28
Episode 11: UNHhhh

Episode 11: UNHhhh

In this episode, Sam is joined by his good friend Kelly Fitzpatrick! Their love for everything Trixie Mattel and Katya Zamolodchikova, specifically their hit web-series 'UNHhhh' is showcased! They also discuss terrible community theater, the origins of their friendship, & absurd fantasy musical adaptations.
Aug 28, 201959:03
Episode 10: From Russia with Love & Drugs

Episode 10: From Russia with Love & Drugs

Sam is joined by Jersey comedian Nick Johnson (stage name and real name.) They discuss Nick's Soviet Union identity, the Jersey Devil, and the world of stand up. Also, they dip into the pool of psychedelic experiences.
Aug 21, 201955:50
Episode 9: 1969

Episode 9: 1969

Sam invites all of his siblings to join him on this kooky episode. They discuss conspiracy theories, religion, pop icons, and more! #moonlandingwasfake.
Aug 14, 201959:51
Episode 8:  Unadulterated Friendship...and Exorcisms

Episode 8: Unadulterated Friendship...and Exorcisms

Sam brings Tarah back to the podcast to talk about the most random assortment of topics! From the time Sam was a superhero to the time he encountered an exorcist at this laundry mat. This episode is all sorts of random in the best ways.
Aug 08, 201956:36
Episode 7: Super Spooky 777's

Episode 7: Super Spooky 777's

Sam is joined by one of the coolest people alive, Carina Duffy. In this episode, they discuss everything spirituality, astrology, and numerology. You don't want to miss Sam's spooky story about 777's.
Aug 07, 201958:12
Episode 6: Hater Island

Episode 6: Hater Island

Sam is joined by his good friend Dana Clarke! They discuss everything haters! How haters can be your motivators, how haters need to back off, and how all haters...and pirates need to live on a secluded island.
Aug 01, 201951:00
Episode 5: Time Traveling with my Mom

Episode 5: Time Traveling with my Mom

Sam sits down with the woman that made all this possible: his Mom. They talk about rational and irrational fears, the time Sam printed out porn from the family computer, and struggle to keep a straight face the entire hour.
Jul 24, 201953:43
Episode 4: Welcome to the Hell House

Episode 4: Welcome to the Hell House

Sam is joined by Tarah Donnelly, his long time friend and once upon a time roommate. They share stories of the haunted house they lived in together, the infamous pick axe the cops caught Sam with, and the fact their land lord was a pet psychic. Buckle up, y'all!
Jul 18, 201942:39
Episode 3: Dating Horror Stories

Episode 3: Dating Horror Stories

Sam is joined by his Eskimo Sister, Marisa Stavola. They dive into epic dating stories, why gauc comes before c***, and how their friendship was inevitably part of their destiny. For those on Tinder, for those in a relationship, or for those who love avocados, this episode is for you!
Jul 12, 201901:01:57
Episode 2: Getting Cursed In New Orleans

Episode 2: Getting Cursed In New Orleans

Sam is joined by the co-creator of Shmee, Ryan Ross. They discuss their recent trip to New Orleans as well as the curse they brought back with them (SPOILER: It was Sam's fault.) They also dive into their high school yearbooks to relive the trauma of being awkward youths. Go public schools!
Jul 11, 201948:35
Episode 1: White Claws and Uber and Sal, Oh My!

Episode 1: White Claws and Uber and Sal, Oh My!

Sam is joined by Vinny Rendeiro as they swap epic tales of being a part time Uber driver. You're introduced to Sam's hetero alter-ego, Vinny's impressive patience for the general human population, and Tiff from Bar A. Buckle up y'all...this one's a doozy!
Jul 10, 201951:60
Introduction

Introduction

Welcome! Thank you for listening to the Shmee podcast! This introduction gives you a little background of who your host is, what Shmee is, and what to expect from this podcast every week!

Jun 02, 201903:29