Good Things Are Happening
Welcome to "Good Things Are Happening," the podcast where laughter meets heartwarming stories, hosted by two uproariously funny comedians, Dustin Ybarra and Greg Baldwin, who sift through a treasure trove of positive news stories, from small acts of kindness to monumental achievements, all while inviting guests ranging from fellow comedians to experts in relevant fields. With infectious energy and quick wit, they guide listeners through a rollercoaster of emotions, providing fresh insights and hilarious commentary on heartwarming tales of human triumph and bizarre oddities alike. Join us as we find joy in the little moments that make the world a brighter place with "Good Things Are Happening"!
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Mother's Day Minisode
05/12/2024
Mother's Day Minisode
A minisode for Mother's Day. Dustin and Greg are hanging out on the couch talking about things that people don't know about them, their childhoods, and their mothers. Listen to the conversation, get some good news, and have some laughs with the guys on Good Things Are Happening. Visit us on the web at https://www.goodthingspod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodthingsarehappeningpodcast/
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Mark Brazill
05/06/2024
Mark Brazill
Greg and Dustin welcome fellow comedian Mark Brazill to the show. Mark is most well known as being the co-creator of the FOX situation comedy "That '70s Show". As well as That 70's Show, he has been credited for That 80's Show and That 90's Show. He also wrote for and produced 3rd Rock from the Sun, wrote for In Living Color, and co-created and wrote many episodes of Mr. Rhodes, along with several other writing and producing credits. Listen to the conversation, get some good news, and have some laughs with the guys on Good Things Are Happening. Visit us on the web at https://www.goodthingspod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodthingsarehappeningpodcast/
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Willie Macc
04/28/2024
Willie Macc
Willie Macc, a breakout from the hit BET show 'College Hill: Virgin Island,' has transitioned seamlessly from reality TV stardom to an accomplished Hollywood actor and comedian. With over 100 million views on his stand-up and comedy videos across various social media platforms, Willie's humor resonates globally. He's graced screens in over 50 national commercials for brands like Kia, Verizon, Credit Karma, Progressive, Snapple, and more. Beyond commercials, Willie Macc has made notable appearances on shows like CSI, Hulu's 'Casual,' ABC's 'The Goldbergs,' and starred in 'Meet the Spartans' alongside Kevin Sorbo, Carmen Electra, and Tiffany Haddish and this year on National Lampoon TV streaming service. He's taken his comedic talent worldwide, entertaining the US Military abroad and headlining stand-up shows internationally in Japan and South Korea. As a Don't Tell Comedy Favorite Willie Macc's stand-up has garnered immense attention, featuring on TruTV's LaffMobb LaffTracks, Revolt TV Funny AF, and is Best of Fest 2024 at the San Luis Obispo Comedy Festival. Alongside his thriving comedy career, catch Willie Macc and co-host Danny Plom on their podcast 'Afronoodles,' available on TikTok and Instagram. Willie Macc cites Bernie Mac, Dave Chapelle, Jerry Seinfeld, and Eddie Murphy as his role models. He spells his name with two c's, so it would not be confused with Bernie Mac. But like Bernie Mac, Willie Macc aspires to one day have his own TV show. You can Catch Willie Macc frequently performing in Hollywood at The Laugh Factory, The Improv, and The Comedy Store. Listen to the conversation, get some good news, and have some laughs with the guys on Good Things Are Happening. Visit us on the web at https://www.goodthingspod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodthingsarehappeningpodcast/
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Tim Duffy
04/21/2024
Tim Duffy
Tim Duffy is a Meditation Expert and is in the studio with Greg and Dustin this week teaching al of us how to decrease stress, anxiety & insomnia while increasing focus, creativity & confidence. Tim Duffy is a Peak Performance and Productivity Specialist who combines 15 years of teaching meditation with 20 years in the C-Suite to help executives, employees & organizations thrive. His style playfully modernizes the ancient teachings of mindfulness and adapts them to modern professionals. His clients become happier, healthier people who thrive in their careers and in life. He is a DEI-trained and Mindfulness-Certified, a two-time Emmy Winner for his Food Shows and, most importantly, he is a Dad of 3. Listen to the conversation, get some good news, and have some laughs with the guys on Good Things Are Happening. Visit us on the web at Patreon:
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Zoe Friedman
04/14/2024
Zoe Friedman
Zoe Friedman shines in the studio with Greg and Dustin this week, talking about her parents and her passion for comedy and helping comics with her organization, Comedy Gives Back. Comedy Gives Back is the safety net for the comedy community by providing financial crisis relief, mental health and chemical dependency treatment sponsorship, and continued community support. Zoe’s keen knowledge of the comedy world has its roots in her childhood, where she grew up at the world-famous comedy club, The Improvisation. Zoe landed her first job at Late Show with David Letterman where her ability to find and develop strong comedic voices evolved. During her 9 years at Worldwide Pants, she introduced David Letterman, and the world, to talents such as Louis CK, Jim Gaffigan, Mitch Hedberg and Eddie Izzard. Worldwide Pants moved her to Los Angeles to help guide the launch of The Late Late Show with Craig Kilborn. Due to her strong comedic instincts, Zoe was brought into Comedy Central’s development department where she fulfilled her desire to broaden her scope and to work with comedians on more than 5 minutes of material. During her successful 10 years at Comedy Central, she helped create and oversee stand-out programming such as Drawn Together, Lil Bush, Dog Bites Man, Crossballs, Comedians of Comedy, and Important Things with Demetri Martin. In 2013, she executive produced a documentary The Improv: 50 Years Behind The Brick Wall which premiered on EPIX and is currently available on Netflix. Currently, she is heading up comedy development for Blue Ribbon Content, a newly formed digital division of Warner Brothers Television. Listen to the conversation, get some good news, and have some laughs with the guys on Good Things Are Happening. Visit us on the web at https://www.goodthingspod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodthingsarehappeningpodcast/
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Gadiel Del Orbe
04/06/2024
Gadiel Del Orbe
Gadiel Del Orbe is kicking back with Greg and Dustin this week, talking about his roots and teaching Dustin how to say his name correctly. Gadiel Del Orbe, the "Comedic Conquistador," hails from the vibrant Dominican Republic and lights up New York City's comedy scene with his infectious humor. Blending tales of his Dominican roots with the hustle of New York life, Gadiel has become a social media sensation, captivating audiences with his unique blend of cultural commentary and everyday hilarity. Whether he's on stage, behind the camera, or potentially on the big screen, Gadiel's storytelling and charismatic wit mark him as a rising star in the comedy world, reminding us all that laughter is a universal language. Listen to the conversation, get some good news, and have some laughs with the guys on Good Things Are Happening. Visit us on the web at https://www.goodthingspod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodthingsarehappeningpodcast/
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Matt Pinfield
03/31/2024
Matt Pinfield
Matt Pinfield visits the studio to gab with Dustin and Greg about his life stories, the gift of sobriety, and of course, music. Matt Pinfield is a well-respected TV and radio host and music historian – and celebrates 36 years in professional radio and 28 years on television. He was the host of numerous MTV programs including the influential alternative show 120 Minutes. He has hosted shows and appeared on many networks and channels including MTV, VH1, MTV2, VH1 Classic, MTV Classic, HDNet, Much Music, USA, AXSTV, Nickelodeon, IFC, FX, Fox, CNN, CNN International, MSNBC, CBS, NBC, and ABC. Matt also authored the ultimate music fan’s memoir, "All These Things That I've Done; My Insane, Improbable Rock Life", a chronicle of the songs and artists that inspired his career alongside some of the all-time greats, from The Beatles to KISS to U2 to The Killers. Learn more on his website . Listen to the conversation, get some good news, and have some laughs with the guys on Good Things Are Happening. Visit us on the web at Patreon:
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Nancy Linehan Charles
03/31/2024
Nancy Linehan Charles
Nancy Linehan Charles sits down with Greg and Dustin to talk about crying, dying, smoking, and yelling. She also gives all of us great life advice. Nancy Linehan Charles has been a professional actor for more than 40 years. She has appeared in plays from off-Broadway to regional to summer stock. Her favorite roles on the stage include the lead in The Visit, for which she won the Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle Award, and her featured performance in Toys in the Attic, for which she won both the Ovation Award and the L.A. Drama Critics Circle Award. Her film work includes playing Ben Affleck’s mother in The Way Back; Max Von Sydow’s wife in Steven Spielberg’s Minority Report; Ned Beatty’s wife in Mike Nichols’ Charlie Wilson’s War; and appearances in Testify and Rob Zombie’s Lords of Salem. She has shot close to 100 guest-starring roles on TV, including Shameless, Bosch, NCIS: Los Angeles, Criminal Minds, Grimm, Better Things, The West Wing and ER, to name a few, plus a recurring role on the CBS hit Young Sheldon. Charles is also the artistic director of a flash mob Shakespeare company called Salty Shakespeare. Her company flashes bits of the Bard in crowded elevators, or in the coffee line at Starbucks, or anywhere that seems inappropriate. In 2014, the Los Angeles Times called Salty Shakespeare “the best flash mob Shakespeare company in L.A.”—not mentioning that it’s the ONLY flash mob Shakespeare company in L.A. Salty Shakespeare lives up to its motto of “Erupting, Interrupting, Disturbing the Peace.” Charles holds a Master’s degree in theatre, was a marathon runner and is the mother of two fine young men: Charlie Linehan, a lawyer in the field of Cyber Investigation, and Will Rothhaar, a working actor. Listen to the conversation, get some good news, and have some laughs with the guys on Good Things Are Happening. Visit us on the web at Patreon:
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Frankie Quiñones
03/23/2024
Frankie Quiñones
This week, Greg and Dustin welcome the very funny, extraordinarily creative Frankie Quiñones. Frankie is a comedian, actor, and creator of the viral CHOLOFIT exercise routines. He stars as Luis in HULU’s critically claimed THIS FOOL, for which he was nominated for Best Supporting Actor in a New Scripted Series by the Film Independent Spirit Awards. Frankie also recurs on FX’s WHAT WE DO IN THE SHADOWS and the animated series FIRED ON MARS and VICTOR & VALENTINO, both for HBO MAX. Other acting credits include MR MAYOR, FELIZ NAVIDAD, THE DRESS UP GANG, and the upcoming WALKING DEAD: THE ONES WHO LIVE spin off, to name a few. Listen to the conversation, get some good news, and have some laughs with the guys on Good Things Are Happening. Visit us on the web at Patreon:
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