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The Jimmy Tingle Show, a web-based video talk show and podcast will be hosted by the comedian, former commentator for 60 Minutes II and MSNBC, and founder of Humor for Humanity TM, Jimmy Tingle.
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Connect with Comedian Jimmy Tingle www.JimmyTingle.com The Jimmy Tingle Show Sign up for email newsletter Humor For Humanity Booking Facebook – Jimmy Tingle Twitter – (@JimmyTingle) YouTube – Jimmy Tingle Instagram – (@jimmytinglehumor) TikTok – (@jimmytinglehumor) All other things Tingle
In honor of Autism Awareness Month, I sat down with Lygia Soares, Executive Director of Merrimac Heights Academy. Dr. Soares received her doctorate in Speech Language Pathology from the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center in 1990. Since then, she has had a wealth of experience as a speech language pathologist and has evaluated and ... Read more
I sat down and reunited with comedian and longtime friend, Paula Poundstone. Paula Poundstone is known for her smart, observational humor and a spontaneous wit that has become the stuff of legend. Time magazine, in the March 2020 “Best of” issue, listed Paula’s HBO special, Cats, Cops and Stuff as one of The 5 Funniest ... Read more
I sat down and reunited with my longtime friend, Don White, a prolific songwriter, storyteller, humorist, teacher and author. There is no one-word description for what Don White does. He’s an award-winning singer/songwriter, a comedian, an author, and a storyteller. He’s been bringing audiences to laughter and tears for thirty years, released nine CDs, three ... Read more
I sat down and reunited with comedian and longtime friend, Colin Quinn. Colin Quinn (Writer/Performer) is a stand-up comedian from Brooklyn (okay, Park Slope), who has been a part of your whole life even though you never asked for it. From MTV’s “Remote Control” to SNL to Comedy Central’s “Tough Crowd with Colin Quinn,” Mr. ... Read more
This week, I sat down with my longtime friend and comedian, Gary Gulman. Over 25 years in comedy, Gary Gulman has established himself as an eminent performer and peerless writer. His most recent standup special for HBO, “The Great Depresh,” is a universally acclaimed, tour de force look at mental illness, equal parts hilarious and ... Read more
Connect with Comedian Jimmy Tingle www.JimmyTingle.com The Jimmy Tingle Show Sign up for email newsletter Humor For Humanity Booking Facebook – Jimmy Tingle Twitter – (@JimmyTingle) YouTube – Jimmy Tingle Instagram – (@jimmytinglehumor) TikTok – (@jimmytinglehumor) All other things Tingle Transcript – Please note, this Transcript is AI Generated. It has not had the discerning ears of ... Read more
A message of Hope from Abraham Lincoln’s Proclamation of Thanksgiving during the Civil War. Enjoy, and Happy Thanksgiving. Connect with Comedian Jimmy Tingle www.JimmyTingle.com The Jimmy Tingle Show Sign up for email newsletter Humor For Humanity Booking Facebook – Jimmy Tingle Twitter – (@JimmyTingle) YouTube – Jimmy Tingle Instagram – (@jimmytinglehumor) TikTok – (@jimmytinglehumor) All other ... Read more
Watch Full Commencement Address Here – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AiUFgEd2MSU Connect with Comedian Jimmy Tingle www.JimmyTingle.com The Jimmy Tingle Show Sign up for email newsletter Humor For Humanity Booking Facebook – Jimmy Tingle Twitter – (@JimmyTingle) YouTube – Jimmy Tingle Instagram – (@jimmytinglehumor) TikTok – (@jimmytinglehumor) All other things Tingle Transcript – Please note, this Transcript is AI Generated. It ... Read more
This week I sat down with Jim Sullivan to discuss his new book, Backstage and Beyond Vol. 2: 45 Years of Classic Rock Chats & Rants. Jim Sullivan spent 26 years writing for the Boston Globe and two decades more writing for national publications. He has interviewed and reviewed countless musicians, many of them multiple ... Read more
For two decades, John Della Volpe has directed the Harvard Youth Poll, the most comprehensive study of youth attitudes related to politics and public affairs for Harvard Kennedy School’s Institute of Politics. A few months ago, John’s best-selling book was issued in paperback — it’s called Fight: How Gen Z Is Channeling Their Passion and ... Read more
I sat down with my friend David Corn. We talked about his book, American Psychosis: A Historical Investigation of How the Republican Party Went Crazy, soon to be coming out in Paperback. David Corn is a veteran Washington journalist and political commentator. He is the Washington bureau chief for Mother Jones magazine and an analyst for MSNBC. ... Read more
911: Prayer for AmericaBy Jimmy Tingle. Written in the days following Sept. 11, 2001 There’s a hole in the tip of ManhattanA hole in the soul of America. A hole in the center of our psycheA hole in the foundation of our confidence There’s a hole in the faith of our countryThat fills churches in ... Read more
Marty Walsh has spent his life fighting for working people, as a labor leader, as a public official and as aprivate citizen. The son of Irish immigrants, Marty was born and raised in Boston’s Dorchesterneighborhood. He started out by following in his father’s footsteps as a union construction worker, rising to becomepresident of Laborers Local ... Read more
The Ding Ho Comedy Club 40th Anniversary Reunion Replay A Boston comedy star-studded event with all proceeds to benefit Helen Crimmins, wife of the late, great Barry Crimmins. The show consists of interviews, clips and comedic riffs from a monolithic lineup of comics, all of whom got their start at the famed Ding Ho Comedy ... Read more
The Ding Ho Comedy Club 40th Anniversary Reunion Replay A Boston comedy star-studded event with all proceeds to benefit Helen Crimmins, wife of the late, great Barry Crimmins. The show consists of interviews, clips and comedic riffs from a monolithic lineup of comics, all of whom got their start at the famed Ding Ho Comedy ... Read more
This Week on The Jimmy Tingle Show… I talked to journalist, producer and author Carmen Fields about her PBS Documentary “Goin’ back to T – Town” about the 1921 “Tulsa race massacre” in the Greenwood district of Tulsa, OK also known as Black Wallstreet. A native of Tulsa, Carmen and I also discuss her new ... Read more
I recently was able to connect with a special guest, Benig Mauger, hailing from the picturesque Wild Atlantic Way in Ireland. Benig enlightens us on her unique approach of blending Jungian psychology and spirituality to accomplish higher states of peace and introspection. She shares about her journey and the transformative power of connecting with nature, ... Read more
Join us in an insightful discussion with Congressman Bill Keating, covering significant challenges in his district, environmental concerns at the state level, and top policy debates in Washington D.C. We delve into the complexities of the debt ceiling, the international dynamics around Ukraine, and evaluate the Democrats’ actions since they’ve taken control of the house. ... Read more
In this episode, we chat with Betsy Soulé, the Executive Director of MetroWest Legal Services, who brings 35 years of tireless service to those in need. We delve into the organization’s impact, from providing free legal services to low-income individuals and families, to their vast immigration program aiding survivors of domestic violence, unaccompanied minors, and ... Read more
Welcome to our 50th episode! In this show, we talk to people making a positive impact in Massachusetts and beyond. Today’s guest is John Rosenthal, a gun safety advocate known for his powerful billboard near Fenway Park, which displayed a running tally of children killed by gun violence. As the co-founder of Stop Handgun Violence, ... Read more
I want you to meet my younger brother Garrett. He is running his 27th Boston marathon on April 17. Next Monday, it will also be his 40th marathon in total. He started running in 1986. And for the last few years, he’s been running on behalf of the heather Abbott Foundation. Connect with Garret Tingle ... Read more
This week’s video podcast is on the topic of forgiveness. Our guest, Geoff Thompson, is a sexual abuse survivor, best-selling author, screenwriter, and martial arts expert. He shares his riveting experience, hope, and love in his new book “99 Reasons to Forgive and Revenge Ain’t One.” In the spirit of the holidays, we sat down ... Read more
When my friend and high school basketball teammate Richie Giacoppo lost his son Ricky to an accidental overdose in 2019, his family and friends rallied to help others and keep Ricky’s memory alive. The result is Ricky, Inc. It is the mission of Ricky, Inc. to give relief to the less fortunate population of our society who ... Read more
I recently sat down for an interview with Monte Belmonte the Host of NEPM’s new show, The Fabulous 413. After 17 years hosting “Mornings with Monte” on 93.9 The River/WRSI, Monte Belmonte has joined New England Public Media to be host and executive producer of a new radio show and podcast celebrating life in western ... Read more
This week I thought I would share a throwback clip to when I was getting started out in Comedy as a street performer in Harvard Square. For more information on all things Jimmy Tingle www.JimmyTingle.com The Jimmy Tingle Show Sign up for email newsletter Humor For Humanity Contact Me! Booking Facebook – Jimmy Tingle Twitter ... Read more
I recently sat down for an interview with Chris Farone of the Boston Institute for Nonprofit Journalism (BINJ), about the importance of nonprofits in journalism. A Queens, NY native who came to New England in 2004 to earn his MA in journalism at Boston University, Chris Faraone is the editor and co-publisher of DigBoston and ... Read more
I recently sat down for an interview with Brian Garvey of Mass Peace Action, the largest Peace Organization in Massachusetts. Brian Garvey organizes with the Raytheon Antiwar Campaign and supports Mass. Peace Action’s working groups on the Middle East, Latin America, and the Raytheon Antiwar Campaign. He helps to develop the youth voice in today’s ... Read more
I recently sat down for an interview with Stephanie Tyler Smith about Food For Free, and their mission to improve access to healthy food through establishing innovative programming and partnerships to overcome barriers and strengthen the community food system. Stephanie brings almost 10 years of nonprofit program management to her current position as the Vice ... Read more
I recently sat down for an interview with Bill Connolly about Globe Santa, and their mission to help kids in need during the holidays. Bill Connolly started volunteering with Globe Santa in 1967 when he was a messenger at the Globe.Over the years he assisted in work whenever and wherever he was needed during the ... Read more
I recently sat down for an interview with Rev. Kate Layzer about the Friday Cafe and The Homeless Ministries of the First Church in Cambridge. Rev. Kate Layzer is a pastor of the United Church of Christ focused on building community with unhoused and food insecure neighbors. She serves at First Church in Cambridge, Congregational, ... Read more
For more information on all things Jimmy Tingle www.JimmyTingle.com The Jimmy Tingle Show Sign up for email newsletter Humor For Humanity Facebook – Jimmy Tingle Twitter – (@JimmyTingle) YouTube – Jimmy Tingle Instagram – (@jimmytinglehumor) TikTok – (@jimmytinglehumor) All other things Tingle Transcript – Please note, this Transcript is AI Generated. It has not had the discerning ... Read more
As a part of my Meet the Candidate Series, I sat down and talked with Maura Healey, Governor Elect of Massachusetts. Maura Healey recently made history as she was elected the first woman Governor in Massachusetts and the first openly gay person elected to Governor in the entire United States. She was elected the first ... Read more
I was honored to sit down with Senator Markey to hear his take on the accomplishments of the Biden Administration and what is at stake in the midterm elections on November 8th. For more than 40 years, Senator Markey has served the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as a Congressman and U.S. Senator. He has been a ... Read more
As a part of my Ballot Question Series, I sat down and talked with Maureen Maloney, Advocate for No On 4 in Massachusetts Maureen Maloney is the Chair of Fair and Secure MA, the committee working to repeal the law they will allow undocumented immigrants to obtain a driver’s license in MA. Maureen became Angel ... Read more
As a part of my Ballot Question Series, I sat down and talked with Laura Rotolo, Advocate for Yes On 4 in Massachusetts. Laura Rótolo is the Field Director at the ACLU of Massachusetts. first joined the ACLU of Massachusetts in 2007 as a human rights fellow studying immigration detention conditions, and was part of ... Read more
As a part of my Ballot Question Series, I sat down and talked with Dan Cence, Advocate for No On 1, The Fair Share Amendment, also known as “The Millionaire’s Tax”. Dan is a veteran political and strategic communications strategist with more than 25 years of experience. He has worked in both the public and ... Read more
As a part of my Ballot Question Series, I sat down and talked with Andrew Farnitano, Advocate for Yes On 1, The Fair Share Amendment, also known as “The Millionaire’s Tax”. Andrew Farnitano is a communications consultant at Crawford Strategies and serves as communications director for Fair Share for Massachusetts, the campaign working to pass ... Read more
As a part of my Meet the Candidate Series, I sat down and talked with Daniel Higgins, Candidate for Cape & Islands District Attorney in Massachusetts. Dan Higgins, with life-long roots on the Cape and Islands, is devoted to the safety of the people of Barnstable, Dukes, and Nantucket counties. After years of experience working ... Read more
As a part of my Meet the Candidate Series, I sat down and talked with Rob Galibois, Candidate for Cape & Islands District Attorney in Massachusetts. In 1995, Rob began his legal career as a volunteer prosecutor in the Barnstable District Court. During his time as an intern under District Attorney Phil Rollins, He formed ... Read more
As a part of my Meet the Candidate Series, I sat down and talked with Congressman Jim McGovern. Jim McGovern has earned a national reputation as a tireless advocate for his district and as a champion for food security, human rights, campaign finance reform, social justice and peace. Born and raised in Worcester, Massachusetts, Jim ... Read more
In this interview I sat down with Deb and Stu Schmill, Founders of The Becca Schmill Foundation, and talked about their experience turning grief into action, The Becca Schmill Foundation is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization run by volunteers committed to honoring the memory of Becca Schmill who died of a fentanyl poisoning at on September 20, ... Read more
I sat down with my friend David Corn. We talked about his new book, American Psychosis: A Historical Investigation of How the Republican Party Went Crazy. David Corn is a veteran Washington journalist and political commentator. He is the Washington bureau chief for Mother Jones magazine and an analyst for MSNBC. He is the author of ... Read more
I sat down with my longtime friend and fellow comedian, Lewis Black. We talked about his new comedy tour, the origin of his Rant Cast, and his views on the current state of global affairs, as well as his Live Comedy Show in Lowell, MA, on 9/16/22. Known as the King of Rant, LEWIS BLACK uses ... Read more
“If you’re an American, fascism should be seen as a threat, not as the future.” – Marc Maron This week I sat down with my friend Marc Maron. We had a lot of laughs during this interview talking about Boston comedy, his creative process and Marc’s unlikely rise to fame as a superstar podcaster. For over thirty years, Marc ... Read more
Make sure you Subscribe / Follow this Podcast to automatically receive the newest episodes. Leave a Rating and let us know what you think! On the debut broadcast of The Jimmy Tingle Show, I sat down and reunited with comedian and longtime friend, Colin Quinn. Colin Quinn is a stand-up comedian from Brooklyn (okay, Park Slope). From ... Read more
As a part of my Meet the Candidate Series, I sat down and talked with Maura Healey, Candidate for Governor of Massachusetts. Maura Healey is running for Governor to bring people together and build an economy that helps every family thrive. She was elected the first openly gay Attorney General in the country in 2014. ... Read more
As a part of my Meet the Candidate Series, I sat down and talked with Tanisha Sullivan, Candidate for Secretary of State of Massachusetts. Tanisha’s family has deep roots in Massachusetts. Her father was born and raised in Boston and spent his career working in the Boston Public Schools, retiring in 2014 as the school ... Read more
Make sure you Subscribe / Follow this Podcast to automatically receive the newest episodes. Leave a Rating and let us know what you think! I recently sat down with my friend Ike Williams, author of The Shores of Bohemia: A Cape Cod Story 1910-1960. John Taylor “Ike” Williams, a founder of Kneerim & Williams, specializes ... Read more
Paula and I discussed her creative process as she returns to Martha’s Vineyard on 7/16 and Cape Cod Melody tent on 7/17. Paula Poundstone is known for her smart, observational humor and a spontaneous wit that has become the stuff of legend. Time magazine, in the March 2020 “Best of” issue, listed Paula’s HBO special, ... Read more
As a part of my Meet the Candidate Series, I sat down and talked with Diana DiZoglio, Candidate for State Auditor of Massachusetts. Senator Diana DiZoglio is a candidate for Massachusetts State Auditor and the current State Senator for Massachusetts’ First Essex District, which includes the Cities of Amesbury, Haverhill, Methuen and Newburyport, the Towns ... Read more
As a part of my Meet the Candidate Series, I sat down and talked with Chris Dempsey, Candidate for State Auditor of Massachusetts. The son of public-school educators who met while teaching in the Boston Public Schools, Chris Dempsey is a proven advocate and watchdog for the public interest. Chris was named “Bostonian of the ... Read more
As a part of my Meet the Candidate Series, I sat down and talked with Kim Driscoll, Candidate for Lieutenant Governor of Massachusetts. Kim Driscoll won an underdog race to become Salem’s first woman Mayor in 2006, topping the ticket in a three-way race against a sitting City Councilor-at-Large and the incumbent Mayor. Kim took ... Read more
As a part of my Meet the Candidate Series, I sat down and talked with Tami Gouveia, Candidate for Lieutenant Governor of Massachusetts. A life-long resident of Massachusetts, a mother, an organizer, a Doctor of Public Health, and a State Representative, Tami is not afraid to stand up to those in power and to protect ... Read more
As a part of my Meet the Candidate Series, I sat down and talked with Eric Lesser, Candidate for Lieutenant Governor of Massachusetts. An energetic, visionary, and proven leader, Eric Lesser will partner with our next Governor to make sure she is the most successful Governor in the country. Together, they will work to fix ... Read more
As a part of my Meet the Candidate Series, I sat down and talked with Andrea Campbell, Candidate for Attorney General of Massachusetts. Andrea Joy Campbell has dedicated her life to fighting for greater equity and opportunity. At a time when so many people have lost faith in our government’s ability to solve problems, she ... Read more
As a part of my Meet the Candidate Series, I sat down and talked with Shannon Liss-Riordan, Candidate for Attorney General of Massachusetts. For decades, Shannon has taken on the powerful corporate interests on the toughest issues and won. Not only did she put money back in employees’ pockets, but she pushed our legal system ... Read more
As a part of my Meet the Candidate Series, I sat down and talked with Quentin Palfrey, Candidate for Attorney General of Massachusetts. Quentin Palfrey is a former Massachusetts Assistant Attorney General and was the first Chief of the office’s Healthcare Division. He served as a Senior Advisor in President Obama’s White House Office of ... Read more
Make sure you Subscribe / Follow this Podcast to automatically receive the newest episodes. Leave a Rating and let us know what you think! This week on The Jimmy Tingle Show, I sat down and talked with Bartosz Gawarecki, President of The Friends of Moldova about Ukraine Refugee Relief. The Friends of Moldova is an ... Read more
Make sure you Subscribe / Follow this Podcast to automatically receive the newest episodes. Leave a Rating and let us know what you think! “I probably like Ted Cruz more than most of my colleagues like Ted Cruz, but I hate Ted Cruz.” – Al Franken I sat down and talked comedy & politics with ... Read more
This week I sat down with my friend John Rosenthal, co- founder of Stop Handgun Violence (SHV). John is an amazing businessman, community activist and philanthropist who talks passionately about the epidemic of gun violence in America that has only gotten worse since the pandemic. John explains how Massachusetts became the state with the lowest rate of gun ... Read more
Hey everybody this week I sat down with my friend Marc Maron who is coming back to Boston for 2 shows April 16 at The Wilbur theatre tickets at TheWilbur.com or WTFPod.com which has his complete tour date and the world-famous podcast WTF with Marc Maron. We had a lot of laughs during this interview talking about Boston ... Read more
This week Jimmy sat down with his good friend from the Boston comedy days comedian Paula Poundstone to discuss all things Paula. Her hilarious stories of traveling and performing during the pandemic as well as the challenges of getting people to take the vaccine. Jimmy and Paula came up with some really funny and ingenious ways to ... Read more
In this episode Jimmy sits down with rising national comedy producer John Tobin, a former 4 term Boston City Council member on what inspired him to leave politics to produce comedy full time. It is a fun talk on some of the early days of Boston comedy and how a kid from West Roxbury who wanted to ... Read more
This week I sat down with my friend Priscilla Douglas to discuss her new book Woke Leadership: Profits, Prophets and Purpose. We had a lot of laughs as we discussed our family backgrounds, me riding around in my dad’s taxicab and her growing up on a pig farm in Bedford Massachusetts. In our conversation she describes the ... Read more
Jimmy sits down with David Lavalley, Executive Director of The Center for Arts in Natick, Mass to talk about this artistic jewel in the suburbs of Boston celebrating 25 years of arts, community and culture in Natick Center. Jimmy elaborates on what makes this renovated firehouse such an appealing place to perform including the dining opportunities in ... Read more
Jimmy laughs it up with his good friend comedian Gary Gulman on his roots in Boston comedy, his work ethic and the process of joke writing and perseverance. Gary shares openly about his struggle to overcome depression and his award winning and groundbreaking HBO Special The Great Depresh . Jimmy and Gary revel in each ... Read more
Jimmy sits down with Elizabeth A Soulé, executive director of MetroWest legal Services, to discuss the purpose of Civil Legal Aid and the challenges of serving the legal needs of the disenfranchised in MetroWest Massachusetts and the nation.The mission of MetroWest Legal Services is to provide legal advocacy to protect and advance the rights of ... Read more
Jimmy Tingle reflects on his personal experience and sense of humor of Archbishop Desmond Tutu with the Archbishop’s close friend and communications team member Stewart Ting Chong (stewartboston.com) in episode 2 of The Jimmy Tingle Show. An inspiring and uplifting interview at a time when the world needs both hope and a sense of humor.On ... Read more
Comedians Jimmy Tingle and Colin Quinn reunite on the debut broadcast of The Jimmy Tingle Show and rekindle their friendship as they reflect on their roots in the Boston and New York stand-up comedy club scene of the 1980s. Jimmy draws Colin out on his process as a comic, writer, and performer as they discuss the tour of ... Read more