The Dollop with Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds 157 - The Past Times with Ryan Sickler
Jan 16, 2026
Ryan Sickler, a stand-up comedian and podcaster known for his sharp wit, joins the hosts for a hilarious dive into quirky historical fun. He discovers some bizarre stories from an 1899 paper, including a valiant veteran showcasing war relics and a tragic tale of a woman who swallowed a pin. The trio hilariously critiques the absurdity of travel expectations at Niagara Falls and shares outrageous anecdotes about spoiled canned beef from the Spanish-American War. With plenty of laughter and clever banter, Ryan also teases his upcoming tour dates!
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Banking Gigs To Manage Tour Life
- Ryan Sickler described being booked months in advance and banking gigs to manage his schedule.
- He framed touring as necessary planning rather than celebrity status.
Parent Rebuttal Request
- Dave recounted his dad wanting to rebut a podcast episode and even ask to be a guest.
- The story highlighted performers' families closely following and reacting to their work.
Standards Shape Self-Assessment
- Ryan and Gareth noted how personal standards shape self-perception as a parent or worker.
- They observed differing definitions of effort make people genuinely think they did well.