Official Average Boy Podcast #105

Official Average Boy Podcast #105

Author: Focus on the Family July 25, 2025 Duration: 23:30

Join Jesse and the "pleasantly, perplexed, person of positivity" himself, Average Boy, for a hilarious and surprisingly insightful journey into the power of a positive attitude! Bob recounts a classic "Average Boy" family vacation that started with unexpected detours, locked doors and even a run-in with the law (sort of!). Discover how staying optimistic—even when your family forgets to make hotel reservations—can turn a lemon of a trip into the sweetest lemonade. Get ready for laughs, life lessons and a reminder that God's in control, even when things go "sort of" right!

 

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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.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

The Official Average Boy Podcast
Podcast Episodes
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…
Official Average Boy Podcast #56 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:59
Bob’s first day of school – and this podcast – don't go as planned. The bus is early, the students look huge and there's a new bus driver. But that's not the biggest surprise! In the end, Bob finds out smartphones can't…
Official Average Boy Podcast #55 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:56
Past failures can lead to future success. That's what Bob has discovered. By learning to let go of past flops and flips (did we mention there's waterskiing in this podcast), Bob doesn’t quit and eventually achieves victo…
Official Average Boy Podcast #54 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:51
Eating carrots is healthy, so is having a positive attitude in difficult situations. When Bob goes to Camp Last Resort, he quickly realizes the word “resort” is a bit of a stretch. Instead of letting a moss-filled swimmi…
Official Average Boy Podcast #53 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:20
Bob takes piano lessons ... make that lesson. But he keeps practicing, because that’s the only way he’ll become a famous musician. Bob’s parents and neighbors are so moved by his musical abilities that they move the pian…
Official Average Boy Podcast #52 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:24
Jesse thinks Bob has forgotten his birthday, which leads to a discussion of their favorite holidays. As fun as they are, they also create certain stresses. Whether it's Easter, Christmas, Thanksgiving, Boxing Day or Jess…