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After an absence of several months (watch or listen to the show to find out why), Yoni is finally back with a new show and a great guest, Dwayne Epstein, author of the NY Times Best-Seller, Lee Marvin: Point Blank, a wonderful biography of the late actor. And, naturally, Yoni has a few things to say regarding the current state of American politics. This episode runs a tad longer than most, so you’ll need to leave yourself a little time more time to listen than usual. 

For this very special show, Yoni hosts his very first in-studio guest — actress, writer, producer, director, and last, but certainly not least, Yoni's wife, Tanya Marten. The topic is "Euphoric Tendencies," Tanya's Off Broadway hit comedy (which Yoni directed), soon to be a major motion picture. Tanya and Yoni's indie production company, Soular Films, is hosting a virtual, YouTube screening of the stage play on Saturday, January 29th at 9pm EST / 6pm PST, followed by a Q&A on Zoom, and you're all welcome to come share in the laughter.

For his first show of 2022, Yoni welcomes his guest, popular stand-up comic and actress, Suzanne Westenhoefer. Suzanne is the first openly lesbian comic to appear on American television, and the first to have her own HBO special. In addition to performing at clubs, festivals, and cruises around the world. She has also appeared on The Late Show With David Letterman, The Stephanie Miller Show, as well as having made numerous other television and film appearances. Yoni and Suzanne spend a lively and funny hour (plus), talking about the world of comedy, the recent deaths of comedic icons like Betty White, Bob Saget and Dwayne Hickman, and what life was like for Suzanne, growing up non-Amish, amongst the Pennsylvania Dutch. Naturally, they also get some political commentary in, but mostly, it's just fun and comedy.

We think the title pretty much says it all. Yoni really is pissed off! Why? American politics (as usual); his wife having a serious accident which didn't need to happen; an outrageous move by the German government toward the family of a holocaust survivor; the deaths of Stephen Sondheim and Mike Nesmith. Really? What more does one need? Again, a word of warning to the easily offended — yet again, this week's show once again brings out the New Yorker in Yoni, so be prepared for language that may offend the delicate sensibilities of certain members of the audience. Like we said — he's really pissed off!

As Yoni's health improves and he begins to return to his version of normality, this country seems to fall further into the abyss. This week, Yoni goes solo again, to delve into some of the issues he discussed last week, in more depth. He also attempts to maintain his sanity while discussing some of the events of the past week, most of which have all our heads spinning. Again, a word of warning to the easily offended — this week's show once again brings out the New Yorker in Yoni, so be prepared for language that may offend the delicate sensibilities of certain members of the audience (I would have called his language "salty" again, but so many people made fun of my use of the word, I thought I might try phrasing it differently).

After yet another prolonged absence due to Covid brain (trust us, you don't wanna know), Yoni is back with a vengeance. This week's show is all Yoni. After lying in bed for almost a month and a half, Yoni, who spent a good deal of his time watching the news, and listening to politically-oriented shows (like Stephanie Miller's), has a lot to say about what's happening in this country. While Yoni spends a lot of time talking politics, he's also talking about the social ramifications of the current political climate in this country. Yoni's passion and spirit makes this a particularly fascinating and gripping show. Word of warning to the easily offended — this week's show brings out the NYer in Yoni, so be prepared for Yoni at his saltiest.

After a prolonged absence, due to recent physical problems, Yoni is back with another amazing show and a terrific guest. What's it like to grow up backstage at The Carol Burnett Show? Well, we've heard from Carol's daughter, Jody Hamilton. Now it's Chris Korman's chance. In case anyone missed it, Chris is the son of comedy legend, Harvey Korman, and the author of the book, "OMG! It's Harvey Korman's Son!" More than a biography of his father, Chris's book is a love letter to his father, who encouraged and supported Chris, who was born with learning disabilities, putting his son's welfare over his own career (even so, Harvey seems to have done fairly well). It's a heart-warming story about the relationship between a father and his son, as told by Chris, a man who's not afraid to speak his mind.

You know his face; you know his voice; but do you know his name? Well, you will after watching the second part of this two-parter, as Yoni winds up his conversation with the brilliant character actor, Stephen Tobolowsky. Just sit back as these two actors discuss Stephen's long and distinguished career, which includes roles in classic films like, "Groundhog Day," as well as numerous television appearances including "Californication" and "The Goldbergs." Yoni also manages to squeeze in yet another rant, making this an episode you won't want to miss!

You know his face; you know his voice; but do you know his name? In Pt 1 of this 2-parter, Yoni chats with the brilliant character actor, Stephen Tobolowsky, about his long & distinguished career, which includes classic films like, Groundhog Day, as well as numerous television appearances including Californication & The Goldbergs. Yoni also manages to get in a great rant, making this an episode you won't want to miss!

Once again, this week, the secret word is Groucho, as Yoni & his guest, Steve Stoliar, finish their discussion on the great Groucho Marx. Steve's book Raised Eyebrows: My Three Years Inside Groucho's House — which has just been updated — details Steve's time, working as Groucho's secretary and archivist, the last three years of the great comedian's life. In Pt. 2 of their conversation, Steve shares his insights on the events occurring in Groucho's home, from a point of view no other living being has. It's the finale of a funny and fascinating conversation you won't want to miss.

This week, the secret word is Groucho, as Yoni and his guest, Steve Stoliar discuss the great Groucho Marx. Steve's book Raised Eyebrows: My Three Years Inside Groucho's House — which has just been updated — details Steve's time, working as Groucho's secretary and archivist, the last three years of the great comedian's life. In Pt. 1 of their conversation, Steve shares his insights on the events occurring in Groucho's home, from a point of view no other living being has. It's a funny and fascinating conversation you won't want to miss.

Yoni goes live for the 1st time, sharing his thoughts on the January 6th insurrection, the way the Covid pandemic has been mishandled, the Democrats inability to do whatever it takes to beat the RethugliQanon threat to this country, because they so desperately want something they can't have, and won't get — bipartisanship, and the so-called "opioid" crisis. He also responds to audience questions and comments at the end of the show.

In part two of Yoni's conversation with two-time Tony Award nominee, Lewis J. Stadlen, Lewis discusses his brief (and unpleasant) stint on the television show, Benson, as well as working with Paul Newman and Director Sidney Lumet, playing Max Bialystock on tour and Broadway in Mel Brooks's The Producers, playing Horace Vandergelder opposite the incomparable Betty Buckley in a tour of Hello Dolly, and much more.

The World According To Yoni starts its second year with a BANG, as Yoni has the pleasure of interviewing the Number One "GET" on his list of most-desired guests, two-time Tony Award nominee, Lewis J. Stadlen. In part one, of this two-part interview, Yoni — who considers Lewis his acting hero — and Mr. Stadlen cover everything from what it's like growing up in a theatrical family, to the teachers they've loved and...not loved so much. From there it's on to the start of Lewis's career, in the first National Touring Company of Fiddler On the Roof, to his Broadway debut as Groucho Marx in the musical, Minnie's Boys, and on to the original Broadway casts of Neil Simon's The Sunshine Boys, and his brilliant, Tony-nominated performance as Best Actor In A Musical, for Hal Prince's 1974 revival of Leonard Bernstein’s Candide. They also discuss Lewis's friendship, and close working relationship with Nathan Lane and director Jerry Zaks. There's even a surprise clip later in the show — demonstrating Lewis's comedic brilliance. This is one show you definitely do not want to miss.

Yoni celebrates the first anniversary of his show, with the return of his friend, and the show's very first guest, Emmy-nominated Producer, co-host of the podcast, From the Bunker, and Stephanie Miller Show regular, Jody Hamilton. After a brief opening rant, Yoni and Jody spend the next hour discussing what it was like growing up backstage at The Carol Burnett Show (Jody's mom), her first huge crush, Ray Charles, indie film, and growing up around celebrities. It's a fun-filled hour of laughter and entertainment (with just a touch of politics).

Yoni's finally back, discussing his somewhat lengthy recovery from the 2nd Covid vaccine, as well as his feelings re the reopening of most of the country, while the pandemic still rages. His guest is Democratic strategist, Progressive activist, former Congressional aide, Stephanie Miller Show regular, and the 1st openly gay member of the Fairfax County, VA, School Board. Yoni also talks about some of the upcoming changes planned for the show, and discusses two television shows, he considers must see TV.

Send the kiddies out of the room for this one, folks. It's adults only, as Yoni is joined by journalist & author, Jillian Keenan, for an open & honest discussion about consensual adult spanking. Jillian, is author of the acclaimed book, Sex With Shakespeare, which follows her journey from neophyte spanko, to full-fledged spankoholic, & how she's blended her sexuality with her career as a professional journalist. Jillian's work has appeared in the NY Times, Washington Post, The Atlantic & Playboy, just to name a few. Yoni, no neophyte to the topic, himself, looks at the subject from a political, as well as social perspective, all in a fun, interesting & informative manner. And while not his most political show, Yoni does get a rant in, about the current goings on in Washington. Sit back, relax, & enjoy this one!  

In this very special episode, Yoni is joined by his brothers, Richard, Seth & Ethan, to discuss their new documentary, White Buffalo: An American Prophecy. The highly acclaimed film follows the journey of the Marten brothers, as they seek the wisdom imparted by an ancient prophecy of the indigenous nations of the north American continent, which dovetails with the prophecies of numerous other cultures, including Mayan, Jewish & Buddhist. The story of this journey, as told by the brothers, is an entertaining, amusing & thought-provoking one.

Well, we're still in President Biden's first week, and the Executive Orders are flying left and right, in an attempt to salvage the damage done to the country by our new Prez's predecessor. The insurgent traitors are getting bail, and Mitch McConnell and the RethugliKKKans still don't want to admit they lost. Meanwhile, Yoni continues hacking up a lung. Can another Covid test be far behind?

Well, 2021 has gotten off with a bang — history has been made. Donald J. Trump becomes the first president in history to be impeached — twice! Meanwhile, white-supremacist/Nazi terrorists stormed the Capitol Building, hunting Congress, causing death and destruction in their wake, and all at the behest of outgoing loser, Donald J. Trump. And Yoni is here to talk about all of it, giving his own unique spin to the stories.