Official Average Boy Podcast #111

Official Average Boy Podcast #111

Author: Focus on the Family October 24, 2025 Duration: 22:32

Bob shows off his 70/70 vision by preparing to surprise his mom on her real birthday. Will her party be a sweet gathering or filled with spicy pepper spray and tears—like her surprise party the previous April (which was nowhere near her birthday)? Join Average Boy and Jesse for an episode that starts with a sugar rush and ends with a thoughtful look at honoring your loved ones! From kitchen mishaps and questionable birthday gifts to great listener jokes and a look at Colossians 3:20, they cover it all.

 

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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 #45 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:09
Bob shocks everyone by asking to hear a Jesse joke. After sharing a glorious guffaw, they talk about the different definitions of grace. The most life-changing one being: God's Riches At Christ's Expense. God showed us a…
Official Average Boy Podcast #44 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:41
Bob tries a new sport where 20 kids run around trying to hit each other with sticks. Using his unique athletic abilities, he surprises the other team with some heads-up play. Bob and Jesse also try to help a listener who…
Official Average Boy Podcast #43 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:05
Bob doesn't make any apologies for being so good at apologetics. He displays his ability to make a well-reasoned defense of the Christian faith when he talks to a big kid at the rodeo. By asking questions and sharing wha…
Official Average Boy Podcast #42 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:09
Jesse admits that he's so inflexible that he can't even touch his toes. Bob suggests bending at the knees. Then this duo realizes that the best kind of flexibility is showing perseverance when our plans don't turn out as…
Official Average Boy Podcast #41 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:28
What do oxygen, obedience, and getting stuck in a tube all have in common? Listeners find out when Bob's dad takes him and his best friend, Billy, to Henry Hippo's Pizza and Prizes. Bob discovers that God and his dad loo…
Official Average Boy Podcast #40 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:56
Bob buys and plants "potato seeds" in hopes of growing something good for his family. He quickly learns that waiting is the hardest part of gardening, not to mention the hoeing, watering, planting and tending. What sprou…
Official Average Boy Podcast #39 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:18
Having boundaries in our lives keeps us safe and lets others know what we believe in. If Bob had better boundaries, he probably wouldn’t have gotten stuck in a tree trying to rescue what he thought was a cat. Bob also te…
Official Average Boy Podcast #38 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:26
Knowing what to do and when to do it takes common sense. Bob learns that lesson during family movie night. As a normally verbose movie viewer, Bob keeps his mouth shut during an actual bug attack and the results get mess…
Official Average Boy Podcast #37 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:58
Bob’s family has been spending more time at home, so they’ve gotten creative with their family activities. By combining different board games, they’ve created new challenges. Like by mixing “Sorry!” and Jenga, they made…
Official Average Boy Podcast #36 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:22
Bob’s brother, Brian, has a problem with listening. He never does what Bob says! On the other hand, with Bob’s big ears, he’s a great listener . . . or is he? This podcast digs into the difference between hearing and lis…