The Official Average Boy Podcast

The Official Average Boy Podcast

Author: Focus on the Family Language: English Episodes: 100
Ever wondered what happens when a magazine editor and a stand-up comedian decide to chat about life, faith, and the perfectly average day? That’s the heart of The Official Average Boy Podcast, a production from Focus on the Family. Jesse Florea, from the team behind Clubhouse magazine, teams up with comedian Bob Smiley for conversations that feel like hanging out with friends who just get it. They dive into real topics kids and their families face-like figuring out forgiveness, the meaning of respect, or how to set a goal without getting overwhelmed. It’s not a lecture; it’s a mix of genuine laughs and thoughtful moments that explore how concepts like prayer, self-control, and finding your value connect to everyday adventures. Designed with 8 to 12-year-olds in mind, this podcast turns car rides or after-school downtime into a chance for the whole family to share some entertainment that’s both lighthearted and meaningful. You’ll hear stories, a good dose of humor, and honest talk about living out your faith, all wrapped up in episodes that prove ordinary life is pretty extraordinary. Tune in for a blend of comedy and character that makes this family-friendly podcast a unique listen.
Episodes
Official Average Boy Podcast #66 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:54
Average Boy goes on a beach vacation with his family, but he forgets his flip-flops and burns his feet on the sand. Ouch! But not as ouchy as a crying boy who needs help to find his parents. With no lifeguards around, Bo…
Official Average Boy Podcast #65 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:58
Average Boy gets a job at Gus’s hardware store. Surprised? He is. He didn’t have the perfect interview. And he did knock over a pile of paint cans. But in the end, Bob shows Gus that he can be confident, respectful, poli…
Official Average Boy Podcast #64 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:15
While Average Boy pays full attention (yeah, right…) to his Sunday school lesson, a new girl enters the room and causes a distraction. How embarrassing! Fortunately, Bob knows all about handling embarrassing situations.…
Official Average Boy Podcast #63 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:56
When Bob’s new book, Average Boy’s Above-Average Year, comes out, he can’t help but be excited about sharing it with his friends. But he didn’t expect them to play a prank on him! Between the librarian telling him to hus…
Official Average Boy Podcast #62 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:34
Bob and his brother, Brian, get in a pre-Easter power struggle about who can hang out in the garage. As the older brother, Bob tries to be the bigger man. He also discovers that jumping on a pogo stick isn’t hard, unless…
Official Average Boy Podcast #61 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:48
This veggie tale digs into an epic gardening adventure. Will Bob’s science teacher get the “dirt” on what really happens to the seeds planted in Mr. Polvado’s backyard? Will Bob ever figure out what happens to his baby c…
Official Average Boy Podcast #60 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:21
In this monumental, momentous 60th podcast, a furry, masked substitute teacher visits Bob's music class. Okay, actually Bob lets a racoon into the classroom. When Mrs. Brown returns and greets the ring-tailed intruder, s…
Official Average Boy Podcast #59 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:14
Bob explains the joys of Mrs. Fox's cookie mitten – an ooey, gooey cookie that comes out of the oven and oozes into a person's hand in a mitten of deliciousness. Mmmm. Go get the milk! Then hear how AB's bike ride with a…
Official Average Boy Podcast #58 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:33
Bob falls asleep in school. That's the bad news. The good news is that he decides to change his habits so he can get more rest! (OK, the truth is ... his dad helps him see there's a time for everything.) With all of his…
Official Average Boy Podcast #57 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:19
When Bob visits a flea market and spots a metal shake plate, he learns an important lesson. And it's not – Shake plates make your vision blurry. Eventually, Bob clearly sees that listening to his parents always keeps him…