In this episode I call my kid friend, Arty, and I tell him a joke. Arty and his mums have been telling me to watch Taskmaster for about a year, and I'm so furious at myself for taking so long to actually start watching it. It's funny and joyful and silly, and a perfect antidote to *waves hands at everything*. In Australia, you can watch it on SBS On Demand, or Binge. Thanks, Arty bear, and please keep the recommendations coming. Support this show...

In this episode I call my work friend, Pauly, and I tell him a joke. Pauly is a complete and utter delight, not to mention extremely good at his job. Also, this week he leant me his tape measure even though he probably needed it, so I guess we can also add "generous". A proper good egg. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ijustcalledtotellyouajoke.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode I call my kid friend, Polly, and I tell her a joke. Polly is a properly hilarious kid, and if we ever happen to be at the same party I will immediately ditch any and all adults and try my hardest to just hang out with her. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ijustcalledtotellyouajoke.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode I call my friend, Sarah, and I tell her a joke. Sarah is so lovely, she's one of the most welcoming people you will ever meet, and she will kindly laugh at almost any joke. She's also an incredible portrait photographer, like seriously good, and you can see some of her work here. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ijustcalledtotellyouajoke.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode I call my friend, Vaya, and I tell her a joke. If you're a fan of Australian soaps, Vaya hosts the long-running and very excellent Neighbuzz podcast, all about Neighbours. Neighbuzz and Vaya have also recently become famous on TikTok, because there is literally nothing this woman can't do. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ijustcalledtotellyouajoke.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode I call my new friend, Jess, and I tell her a joke. Jess is a theatre nurse and dead set legend. Likes jokes, not sure how she feels about rain. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ijustcalledtotellyouajoke.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode I call my friend, Lizzie, and I tell her a joke. Lizzie is someone I've worked with on a bunch of different jobs over a bunch of different time periods, and she is the most unflappable person I've ever met. In the middle of absolute panic and chaos, when I'm sure everything is ruined, Lizzie will call me darl and tell me everything will be fine, and then somehow it is fine. Also, don't get any ideas, "Josiah" is a Lizzie-only nickname. Support this show...

In this episode I call my kid friend, Arty, and I tell him a joke. Arty telling me not to feel bad about my terrible jokes, when every adult I know would have roasted me, is just further proof that he is the kindest person alive. Miss you, kid. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ijustcalledtotellyouajoke.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode I call my friend, Dr Chris, and I tell him a joke. Chris is a lovely man and friend and work colleague and also vet. We all know 666 is the number of the beast, so I've given Chris episode 333 because he loves working with little beasts (pets). And also big ones. Please don't look into this reasoning any further. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ijustcalledtotellyouajoke.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode I call my listener friend, Luke, and I tell him a joke. Luke wrote me a lovely message to say that he's been enjoying the podcast, and he also sent me a bunch of jokes that I hadn't heard before, so he's obviously a winner. Big props to Luke's wife Shanti for providing background lols, and for letting Luke tell her favourite joke. I honestly have the very best listeners in the world. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ijustcalledtotellyouajoke.   See...

In this episode I call my friend, Liz, and I tell her a joke. I really have known Liz for so long, which is such a good and nice thing. She even knew me during my vaguely pop punk phase, of which we no longer speak. And for the record, I actually love public transport, even (especially) the bus. Wear a mask! P.s. The scone joke is brought to you by my friend Ian. Thanks Ian! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ijustcalledtotellyouajoke.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and...

In this episode I call my boyfriend, Josh, and I tell him a joke. I talk to Josh on the phone a lot lately, so it's very telling that he can pick a joke call immediately. I love him even when he's being highly suspicious of me. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ijustcalledtotellyouajoke.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode I call my kid friend, Felix, and I tell him a joke. Felix is the excellent child of Erica and Kirsty, and is also a part of our marvellous choir. Pretty much nothing brings me more joy than Felix singing along to the meow meow vocal warm-up. If you know you know. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ijustcalledtotellyouajoke.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode I call my friend, Erica, and I tell her a joke. Erica runs a choir that I have been genuinely blessed to be a part for about 7 years. We gather in her lounge room and do breathing exercises and make each other laugh, and she arranges and teaches us the harmonies to songs by David Bowie, Sarah Harmer, PJ Harvey, Death Cab for Cutie, The Decemberists, and loads more, and she somehow makes us sound incredible. If you do not know the joy of singing with other people, you should...

In this episode I call my kid friend, Arty, and I tell him a joke. I've done a little bit of my own research, and it looks like there's some disagreement about exactly which language the name Arthur originally comes from, but Arty is right that there's a lot of bear talk in here. Arty has always been "Arty-bear" to me, so I'm well on board. Send me all of your best (and worst) bear jokes please. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ijustcalledtotellyouajoke.   See...

In this episode I call my work friend, Dave, and I tell him a joke. Dave is a TV technical wizard, and any time he's on a show that I'm working on is a good time. He's also a delightful person, because some people are just born good (and also work hard, am I right, Dave?). Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ijustcalledtotellyouajoke.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode I call my friend, Renee, and I tell her a joke. Renee is an incredibly lovely lady, and she ALSO is a hairdresser, and she ALSO sells Tupperware. A proper triple threat who I am glad to know. Renee's son John, who you can hear delivering a fairly severe burn in this episode, plays Hugo (Toadie's son) on Neighbours. It's not every day you get groaned at by a celebrity. #blessed Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ijustcalledtotellyouajoke.   See acast.com/privacy...

In this episode I call my work friend, Scott, and I tell him a joke. Scott and I worked on a documentary series called Head First, and as part of that we got to spend two weeks living in tents at a Black Rhino sanctuary in Zimbabwe. We both got to hand feed a rhino (here's the proof), and I'm happy to tell you that there aren't many moments in my life that have been better. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ijustcalledtotellyouajoke.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and...

In this episode I call my friend, Daniel, and I tell him a joke. Daniel is performing in a show THIS SUNDAY at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl - No Friend but the Mountains: A Symphonic Song Cycle - which is based on the incredible book by Behrouz Boochani, an asylum seeker who was forcibly detained on Manus Island. There are somehow still tickets available, so get along if you can. NOTE: Daniel told me a joke of his own when I called, but I am weak and decided it was too gross for the podcast....

In this episode I call my friend, Essie, and I tell her a joke. Essie is going through a Tough Time (capital letters on purpose), but still manages to be thoughtful, kind and loving, always. I love her so much. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ijustcalledtotellyouajoke.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode I call my friend, KB, and I tell him a joke. KB is a comedy writer, and a joy, and a delight, and during the great lockdown of 2020 he stood out in his driveway for ages so I could fawn over his new baby without breaking the law. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ijustcalledtotellyouajoke.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode I call my kid friend, Arty, and I tell him a joke. The holiday Arty made up is called Food Day. On food day you are allocated a loved one, and you must bring (make or buy or whatever) a dish that you think that person specifically will love. And then everyone shares the delicious food. It is an absolute joy, and a holiday that everybody should celebrate. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ijustcalledtotellyouajoke.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out...

In this episode I call my uncle, Doug, and I tell him a joke. Uncle Doug continues to be one of my favourite people in the world, even when he *clearly* hates my jokes. The best. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ijustcalledtotellyouajoke.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode I call my friend, Kirsty, and I tell her a joke. Kirsty is a high school music teacher, and I literally cannot imagine a person I would rather teach me to love and appreciate music. That said, she does apparently tell some of my jokes to her class on a regular basis, which probably makes them like her slightly less. She's still great, though. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ijustcalledtotellyouajoke.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, I call my mum, Patricia, and I tell her a joke. My mum came to visit me last weekend, and it was the first time I'd seen her in more than a year because of the pandemic, and it was the BEST. Mum is awesome and funny and fun, and what a delightful thing to realise that you like your Mum as a person as well as a parent. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ijustcalledtotellyouajoke.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.