I joined a gym last week and I’m almost 10 days in but here is thing, when you join a fitness center and go on the road, you still need to continue the regiment.  How do you do that? Well you join another fitness center, and in my case, one that is an establishment where apparently it’s perfectly appropriate for old men to come over and invade my comfort space.  Yeah that happened.

In this episode I discuss:

• Why it is important to follow a set of guide lines put in place to protect grown men as they work out
• Yes, I’m a bad speller, I get it, but F#$k you Iphone and your auto correct feature, you’re not making it any easier
• We have a pet dog and you know what, dogs are animals, animals do not belong in homes
• Facebook has a Suicide policy put in place.  Thanks FB for looking out for our well being.
• I don’t think  I’ll be making father of the year.

Don’t forget to share the episode with friends and enemies.  I encourage feedback, reviews and comments.

Lonald

Sat May 19th at 9:00 PM for only $4.00

I have had more fun this year than in many years past. My act is once again evolving to a new level. I’ve been seen by new faces, started a new personal podcast that has done wonders for my writing, pushed myself to perform in some tough situations to prove to the comedy community I can still play by their rules and won a major comedy contest under their comedy laws. Why did I do it, because it’s not about me being a dirty comedian with a raunchy set like my critics think, it’s always been about being true to myself and honest about my life. It has been about telling a great story and making people laugh because we all deserve it. People think I am trying to cross lines and push buttons; it has NEVER been about that, life crosses lines and is offensive so why should my comedy be any different. I walked into this world wearing a fucking orthopedic boot with an A.M. radio attached to it just for an incentive to move my ankle. That was the opening scene to my play, how could I not become who I am today?

There is no feeling sorry for myself, there is only what I have always loved, the connection with you the fan and this weekend I’ll be doing it once again building up for the new DVD later this year. Jon me and two special guests sets from a couple of comedians that are just now beginning their journey into the world I love. This will be a year to remember.

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See you on the other side
Lonald

Hey bringing you another episode of From the Nook Podcast.  Today’s episode I’m sure you are going to think to yourself, either Lonnie is having a manic attack or he is jacked up on crack.  It is neither unfortunately, no I was just zipping on Excedrin.  What a great over-the-counter cure to a hangover.  Never say I don’t help you get through life.

In Episode 11: 

• Did you know that they have Orthopedic Boots for dogs? Yes they do, proving we are losing the battle of our own humanity.  In my honest opinion Dec 21^st can’t get here soon enough for some people.  Either take me or them, but do it if for no other reason than the dog. Don’t believe me, well here you go: http://www.alldogboots.com/Orthopedic-Dog-Boots-s/2.htm
  

  This Dog is sad, I'm sure

• Johnny Cash cover bands and the old fat Elvis Impersonator have a lot in common
• Holding The neighborhood  hostage makes you a real winner!

After taking a week off from the podcast to do some much needed traveling to a small but loveable town, Ellensburg, WA, it was time to return to the lonely mic in my breakfast nook.  I was itching to do another episode and wanted to add a couple of new treats and that is just what I did.  I hope you enjoy them, and if you did, comment to let me know because for now on,  my podcast comments are open.  I’d love to hear your opinions on all my topics too and by all means if you want me to rant about a topic on your behalf, place the topics in the comments and I’ll give you a shout out.

In episode 10:

• A new segment for you to enjoy titled Bad Acting with Lonnie Bruhn.
• Did you know the Iphone Is a smart phone? It is, but its mute button is its retarded brother.
• An interview on the move with the Unknown Comic while heading to my gig.
• Do you need help getting into that shower?
• Next time I need to squeeze past you to get into the stall I’ll tongue you first.

Don’t forget to share the podcast with everyone you love and hate, give a review and join me in the social universe of Facebook and Twitter

Lonald

I’ll be real honest here and tell you that this episode became personal to me.  It is one I’ve wanted to tackle for some time.  I know you are thinking, REALLY Lonnie?  You care that much about the C-word you need to spend 45 minutes on it.  Well yes, I do think it is very important because The C doesn’t stand for what you think it does, It doesn’t even stand for Comedy. (Isn’t that sad) It stand for (C)redits, and apparently you need to have one if you ever want to go anywhere in this industry.  What happened to getting somewhere because you were funny?

This episode is about comedy, the industry, the many talented comedians that you never see because business isn’t about laughs per minute it’s about clubs putting a comedian on stage that theoretically puts asses in their seats.   Don’t worry; everything I say in this episode isn’t going to burn bridges because I don’t walk across those bridges anyway.  Comics like me take the back road to success, and if you are lucky enough you’ll get to see us during our trek but only if you travel the same roads we do.

 In this episode:

• He God Blessed me
• Full Grown Autistic Adults are blessed  
• America’s Funnies Home Video shows us why the American civilization has had its 15 min of fame.
• Comedians on Facebook
• The comedy industry doesn’t want funny, however, people do.
• The only industry that hasn’t increased its wages with inflation.
• The New Orleans Comedy Arts Festival robbed real comedians of an opportunity.

My parents gave up a lot to see me through my dream, and I’m not about to let them down. I’m not giving this shit up after all our hard work!  If I have to hit every dive bar across America because shit bookers with empty promises are worried to give me a mic than so be it.  I’ll reach my audience some how.  I’m 40 fucking years old and I want to be noticed.  My show isn’t over and the fat lady can sing all she wants because I’ll probably book her to follow my act.  My audience loves a great singing fat lady.

It aint over till the fat lady dies

A lot around me is reminding me as of late that life for my age bracket has some sad realities.  Mom and Dads are getting old and tired.  Judge Judy and The Price is Right  isn’t enough anymore to sell them on the idea of sticking around. So some just slip away and sometimes it isn’t pretty to see. It gives someone like me pause and perspective on my own fatality. The road I am traveling on, where it is leading me? When a comedian takes a moment to look at our surrounding, we do what we do best, we observe it, then write it down.

My new tour and CD/DVD project is doing that.  It takes a look at my life at age 40, my kids life and their childish obstacles and big dreams.  It dives into my own childhood growing up, my relationships with my parents, family, friends and lovers.  It will leave me naked to those listening and watching.  It will be me as of old but it will NOT be me busting down walls to prove a point but instead I’ll use “their” rules against them that kept me from playing “their” rooms to prove that I can say what I want and people do listen.  People do listen because it isn’t just a set up and punchline, it is my story and “It’s Personal”

Lonald

Sorry fans, Episode 8 is a week late because the majority of last week I was sick.  Although sick, I did the recording while I was just coming down with the illness but it was post production I failed you all on.  The episode is a bit shorter format because of the sickness but in the end, I think 25 min is really just about right for a good length anyway.

In episode 8:

• Water is truly a friend when you are ill.
• People who whistle should be punched
• As a young boy I used to play pretend movies like Tree Doctor
• Fat people who get so fat they stink like rotten death

Anyway like I said, while at what I think may have been a gay friendly bar, I wrote out the new set list I’m working on for my new DVD/CD. “It’s Personal” At present it is  roughly 55 min long and that is timed without including the new stuff not yet flushed out. That means there still might be material dropped from the set and new bits added you have never heard.  I hate to say the word, “bit” because I don’t do bits, I tell stories, but I hope you get the point or your fucking stupid.

I should mention though,  the first 12 min of material is brand new to almost all of you that haven’t seen my set in the last month. Followers, lovers, haters and broken souls who unfortunately fell into this site;  I haven’t worked this hard on a new act since I dropped my old squeaky clean act from the beginning days of my career in the late 90′s  to the provocative, edgy one you all are familiar with now. You should know that this new project is not about being dirty but being honest and personal.  It isn’t about trying to shock you but rather doing what I do best, leading you all down a rabbit hole and getting you all out safely.   It is about my personal challenges in life, my sons, my my rapidly ageing body and my middle aged adventures and those who I love coming to the end of their adventures. It is personal, and I’m still not sure what the end result will be, but it will NOT be Lonnie of old, it is a brand new transition and my forever evolving act.

Here is my question though, and please respond by commenting: What do people really want, DVD or a CD that is easily played in cars, duplicated for friends easily or a web based act downloaded from the website or Itunes?  What media format is best for you?
Don’t count me out of the game yet, cause the race has really just begun.
Lonald

In episode 7 I discuss playing Dungeon & Dragons with my boys, shooting Asians from a helicopter in Idaho, The elite forces of The Yellow Berets and when people lie we not only have to hear the lie but we become their co-depended accomplice to the lie.

Lonald

Lonald

In this episode I discuss the following:

The word out on the town is that the job market has crashed and there is nothing out there for the common worker. I bring to light  the many employment options awaiting you across the country, how to make a legitimate easy income without implementing some fast make it rich scam. I also discuss opportunities for the elderly to feel like they are contributing to our society instead of dieing home alone.

Also an important mention about a great story tellers comic benefit for legendary comedian Ron Shock who is battling cancer. It is this Sat night on March 31st in Portland, OR at the Star Theater.

Lonald

In this episode I discuss the following:

life happens to everyone, but sometimes life is full of a bag filled with dead kitten tears. The difference between how a regular person handles it and a comedian, is that a comedian must and WILL find the funny in it.  That is what this episode is all about.  My mom almost died last week and I break down the pain in that reality and find the humor it.  I talk about my oldest boys biggest challenges of living with Diabetes, OCD, anxiety, and his emotional struggles. I close out the show with a great story about my dad, a closet, and a girl named Shelly Belly.

Don’t forget to subscribe to Itunes or the rss feed, my facebook, and Twitter for everything from a funny line to a quick shout out to my latest podcast update and news.

Lonald

In this episode I discuss the following:

• Here’s something serious you didn’t know about me.
• An awkward conversation to have with your 11 year old boy about his balls
• I get angry over the stupidest shit.
• James Inman and his angry rants.

One thing I learned about my first episode under the new title was that I needed to get right to the funny in the first 22 seconds of the show.  Trust me when I say I didn’t waste any time getting to the meat of the episode.  I enjoyed every minute of this packed 30 minute show.  I wouldn’t lie to you all.  I did enjoy all of it.

Lonald

This is a rebroadcast: In episode two Bruhn discusses the fundamentally poor choices people make when trying to associate with people with disabilities. He tells us why it is not okay for able people to be offended for someone who is not; plus he defends the actions of those who stare at people with noticeable disabilities and deformities. He finishes it all up with a breaking new development in the disabled community.

Lonald