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#119 | Balls on the Moon w/ Jonathan Lyte

Series of Fortunate Events

Release Date: 02/17/2025

130 Sex & Intimacy w/ Finn Deerhart show art 130 Sex & Intimacy w/ Finn Deerhart

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In this raw and liberating conversation, intimacy coach Finn Deerhart opens up about the healing potential of queer erotic connection โ€” and why real intimacy starts long before clothes come off. We unpack the emotional, psychological, and spiritual aspects of gay and queer sex, the damage caused by internalized shame, and how pleasure can become a pathway to wholeness. ๐Ÿ”— Connect with Finn Deerhart: Website: finndeerhart.com Instagram: @finndeerhart ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ LIVE SHOW โ€“ August 7th in San Francisco! โœจ MeMeCherryโ€™s Big Bake: A Night of Comedy & Drag โ€“ The Bayโ€™s First Reverse...

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#129 | Resilience is the Secret Ingredient w. Craig from Juneโ€™s Pizza | Building a Beloved Oakland Favorite show art #129 | Resilience is the Secret Ingredient w. Craig from Juneโ€™s Pizza | Building a Beloved Oakland Favorite

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๐Ÿšจ Note: We had a few minor audio hiccups during recording, but the conversation was too good not to share! Thanks for rocking with us through it โ€” we promise itโ€™s worth it. ๐Ÿ’– This week on Series of Fortunate Events, MeMe Cherry sits down with Craig, the heart and hustle behind Juneโ€™s Pizza in West Oakland โ€” a pizzeria thatโ€™s not just about incredible pies, but about resilience, community, and creativity. Craig shares the real story behind Juneโ€™s โ€” from the first ever pizza order, to the emotional day they were forced to shut down due to permitting challenges, to the...

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#128 | Waking Up in the Morning w/ Amir Yass show art #128 | Waking Up in the Morning w/ Amir Yass

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Welcome back to another episode of the Series of Fortunate Events Podcastโ€”this time with iconic guest Amir Yass (TikTok star, PR expert, co-host of The Vault Podcast. ๐Ÿ’– Support the pod + get bonus content & exclusive games: patreon.com/MeMeCherryProductions ๐ŸŽŸ Grab your ticket to the live show: sofeepod.com/live ๐Ÿ”— Connect with Amir Yass: ๐Ÿ“ธ Instagram/TikTok: @AmirYassOfficial ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Podcast: The Vault with Monica & Amir ๐Ÿ”— Connect with MeMeCherry: ๐Ÿ“ธ IG: @MeMeCherryIG ๐ŸŒ Site: sofeepod.com ๐Ÿ‘• Merch + Stickers: sofeepod.com/shop   #SOFEPod #AmirYass #BravoTea...

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#127 | On My Mama w/ Chris May show art #127 | On My Mama w/ Chris May

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From Bay Area roots to nationwide laughs, Chris May is a relentless force in comedy and entrepreneurship! In this episode of Series of Fortunate Events (SOFE), MeMeCherry sits down with the founder of Relentless Billionaireโ€”a brand as bold and ambitious as Chris himself. We talk about building a comedy empire from the ground up, surviving travel nightmares, motivating others through struggle, and why Tommy Tโ€™s will always feel like home. We also dig into the wildest heckles, hypothetical sitcom lives, and the cookie that perfectly captures his comedic flavor. ๐Ÿ’ฅ Whether you're chasing...

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#126 | Swan Pond with Bella show art #126 | Swan Pond with Bella

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In this uniquely fabulous episode of Series of Fortunate Events, MeMeCherry sits down with the radiant and razor-sharp Bella Schleikerโ€”a Vegas-based performer whoโ€™s redefining ballet with a twist of comedy, character, and chaos (in the best way).  From Missbehavinโ€™s Mavericks to Eagles game days, Bella brings her full, feathered self to the stage and beyond. ๐Ÿ’ƒ๐Ÿˆ  ๐Ÿ’– Support & Follow:  โœ… Follow Bella ๐Ÿ“ฒ Instagram: []  ๐Ÿ“ฌ Get bonus content + goodies: Patreon.com/MeMeCherryProductions  ๐Ÿ–ฅ๏ธ Catch up on episodes: SOFEpod.com  ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Live...

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#125 Blind Items w/ Jakey show art #125 Blind Items w/ Jakey

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Strap in, babesโ€”because this episode might get us in trouble ๐Ÿ˜… MeMeCherry is joined by drag drama detective and pop culture prophet Jakey for an unfiltered look at the wildest celebrity blind items, including one about Britney Spears that might involve an alleged on-set orgy (!!!) based on a real interview from a backup dancer. We're talking the deep internet lore of pop music, the shady side of Disney Channel, and the reality behind your favorite drag legends. Nothing is off limitsโ€”and everything is alleged. ๐Ÿ’… โœจ In this episode: โ€“ Britneyโ€™s rumored behind-the-scenes chaos ๐Ÿ‘€...

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#124 | ๐Ÿ’‹ Kissing Puppets w/ April Brucker ๐Ÿ˜‚ show art #124 | ๐Ÿ’‹ Kissing Puppets w/ April Brucker ๐Ÿ˜‚

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Get ready for a hilarious and unexpected episode of Series of Fortunate Events! This week, MeMe sits down with the one and only April Brucker, ventriloquist, comedian, and puppet master extraordinaire. We dive into her lifelong love of puppetry, her experiences as a ventriloquist in Hollywood, and, of course, the infamous "President Tramp"โ€”her Trump-inspired puppet who had me kissing his nose! ๐Ÿ˜ฑ๐Ÿ’‹ Thank you to our sponsor: Use Promo Code: CHERRY for 10% off! ๐Ÿ”— Follow April Brucker: I nstagram: @aprilbrucker Website: aprilbrucker.tv โœจ Donโ€™t forget to subscribe, rate, and review...

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#123 | Fresh Prince and Vegas Recap w/ Seamus Donohoe show art #123 | Fresh Prince and Vegas Recap w/ Seamus Donohoe

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MeMe chats with her production manager Seamus Donohoe about the Fresh Prince of Bel Air drag stage show at Oasis; a recap of their Vegas content trip & a preview of the Caramel & Sugar level content over at the Patreon! Thank you to our sponsor: Use Promo Code: CHERRY for 10% off!

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#122 | Power Tumbler w/ Scarlett Business show art #122 | Power Tumbler w/ Scarlett Business

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MeMe is joined by Acrobatic superstar Scarlett Business! Scarlett spills all on her Americaโ€™s Got Talent experience, the art of blending circus acrobatics with drag, and her wildest stage moments. From sewing iconic costumes to mastering mind-blowing stunts, she shares behind-the-scenes stories, expert tips on flexibility, and the biggest challenges of performing at top shows like Gypsy and Mavericks. Donโ€™t miss this high-flying, high-glam, action-packed episode! ๐Ÿš€โœจ Thank you to our sponsor: https://www.nealdoesart.com Use Promo Code: CHERRY for 10% off!

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#121 | Build it They will come w/ Tony Sparks show art #121 | Build it They will come w/ Tony Sparks

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MeMe is joined by legendary comedy mentor Tony Sparks, aka The Godfather of San Francisco Comedy, to chat about his decades in the game. Tony ran The Brainwash, one of SF's most famous open mics, and has mentored countless comedians. ๐Ÿ™ Special Thanks to Our Sponsor: Neal Does Art! ๐ŸŽจโœจ Big love to Neal Does Art for supporting this episode! If youโ€™re looking for stunning, one-of-a-kind artwork, make sure to check out Nealโ€™s work. Whether itโ€™s custom illustrations, portraits, or unique designs, Neal brings creativity to life in the most beautiful way. ๐Ÿ“Œ Follow & support Neal...

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Self-described Regular Guy & Serial Non-Arguer, Jonathan Lyte joins MeMe on SOFE Pod today!

Jonathan Lyte is one of the best live performers in the comedy scene today (according to Seamus, from his five years in stand-up).

Jonathan blends Black American experience, political satire, and razor-sharp comedy, making him a must-watch talent. But what really makes a comic great? And whoโ€™s wildly overrated? ๐Ÿ‘€

๐ŸŽค In this episode, we cover:

๐Ÿ”ฅ Is Andrew Schultz overrated?

๐ŸŒ• What are Balls on the Moon?!

๐Ÿณ๏ธโ€๐ŸŒˆ Is Joe Rogan gay?! (Let's discuss...)

๐Ÿคฃ How competition fuels stand-up โ€“ is it cutthroat or just ego?

๐Ÿ“– Jonathanโ€™s favorite books

๐ŸŽญ Does he work bits out on stage or on paper?

๐Ÿง  How does he protect his mental health in comedy?

๐ŸŽฎ GAME TIME โ€“ Anime Chaos Edition

๐ŸŽฎ ๐Ÿš€ If Sailor Moon & Dragon Ball Z fused, what would it be called?

๐Ÿ’… Which anime character would SLAY in the drag scene?

๐Ÿฑ If Hello Kitty went to college, what would her major be?

๐Ÿš€ PLUS: Who would Jonathan hire for his own comedy show?

๐Ÿ‘‡ Drop your thoughts in the comments!

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