
The Church of What's Happening Now: The New Testament
Joey Diaz (comedian, actor, and New York Times Best selling author) and Lee Syatt are LIVE from NYC! The hosts talk life, comedy, and everything in between on this weekly podcast. Come for the laughs and stay for the friendship. New episodes every Tuesday.
Latest episodes

May 6, 2025 • 1h 33min
Beautiful Savages
Join Joey Diaz and Lee Syatt as they dive into the humorous chaos of family gatherings and food nostalgia, sharing hilarious stories about bagels and Krispy Kreme. They reflect on modern technology's impact on personal connections while contrasting the grim realities of prisons in the U.S. and Cuba. Touching on cannabis experiences and playful banter, they showcase life's absurdities, including wild encounters and their thoughts on Father's Day as the worst holiday. It's a blend of laughter, insight, and unfiltered conversation!

Apr 29, 2025 • 1h 20min
I'm going to die my way!
Joey Diaz and Lee Syatt create the migrant workout, why Joey hates people who expect things from him, people who have birthday month's, and Joey finds out that he has been with his wife for twenty five years. Support the show and get 35% off your first 3 NYKD orders. Head to https://www.nykdpouches.com/CHURCH Support the show and get 15% off your Huel order, plus a free gift for new customers, with minimum $75 purchase. Use code CHURCH at https://www.huel.com/church Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app today and use code JOEY. New customers bet just $5 to get $200 in bonus bets instantly.

Apr 22, 2025 • 1h 29min
Dog, It's a party!
Joey Diaz and Lee Syatt break down their recent trip to Austin for The Moontower Festival. They talk about their time at The Mothership, Joey tells a hilarious never before heard story about a time that Adam Sandler had to tell Joey to put his "speedbag" away on The Longest Yard, Joey and Lee break down what, "making it" means to them, and much more! Support the show and get 3 months of cell service with Mint Mobile for just $15 a month. Head to https://www.mintmobile.com/CHURCH Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app today and use code JOEY. New customers bet just $5 to get $200 in bonus bets instantly.

Apr 15, 2025 • 2h 2min
A good story never dies with T.J. English
Author T.J. English (The Corporation) joins Joey Diaz and Lee Syatt for one of the best episodes we have had on the east coast. They talk about Jazz and it's surprising connection to organized crime, the worst meal Joey has had in years, why we were lied to about hard drugs and much more! T.J.'s new book, "The Last Kilo" is available everywhere, now! Support the show & try your first month of BlueChew for free, just pay $5 for shipping. Press in code JOEY at https://www.bluechew.com Support the show and download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and press in code JOEY. New customers can bet $5 to get $200 in bonus bets instantly. \

Apr 8, 2025 • 1h 48min
Giving yourself a shot: The return of Dean Delray
Comedian Dean Delray joins Joey Diaz and Lee Syatt on this new episode of The Church of What's Happening Now. They discuss The Comedy Store's legacy and what it takes to perform there, why The Sphere is the only place to see a concert, and Dean's new special, "5836." Available on Dean's Patreon and on Youtube 4/17! Support the show and get 35% off your first 3 NYKD order. Head to https://www.nykdpouches.com/CHURCH

Apr 1, 2025 • 1h 48min
Comedy, Sex, and drugs with Aaron Berg
From being a stripper in his 20's to filming a special while doing 26 spots in one night, comedian Aaron Berg has led an interesting life. He and Joey Diaz compare strip club stories, talk doing acid in San Francisco on Joey's Honeymoon, and much more! Support the show & try your first month of BlueChew for free, just pay $5 for shipping. Press in code JOEY at https://www.bluechew.com If you’re 21+, try VIIA during their annual SPRING 420 SALE for Black Friday-level savings up to 35% OFF site wide with code JOEY at https://viia.co/JOEY

Mar 25, 2025 • 2h 7min
Getting raided by the DEA with "Myron," retired DEA
Joey Diaz and Lee Syatt are joined by retired DEA, "Myron." Myron talks his path from finance student, to prison guard, to a decades long DEA career that included countless undercover operations, the process of obtaining and utilizing confidential informants, why money is the root of everything, and much more. Support the show and try your first month of BlueChew for free. Use promo code JOEY at https://www.bluechew.com Support the show & download the DraftKings Casino app. New customers can wager just $5 to get 500 casino spins on a featured game. Sign up with code JOEYSLOTS. Support the show and get 35% off your first 3 NYKD order. Head to https://www.nykdpouches.com/CHURCH

Mar 18, 2025 • 1h 36min
Kick that mule Lee!
Joey Diaz and Lee Syatt Solo! Joey and Lee talk about how much their lives have changed on the five year anniversary of the pandemic, Joey tells Lee where he almost moved instead of New Jersey, and Joey busts Lee's balls like the old days. Support the show and try BlueChew for free, just pay $5 shipping. To get started, visit https://www.bluechew.com Support the show by downloading the DraftKings Sportsbook app and using code JOEY. New customers can bet $5 to get $200 in bonus bets instantly. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try and get on your way to being your best self at https://www.betterhelp.com/diaz

Mar 11, 2025 • 2h 2min
Rachel Feinstein and Joey Diaz are off the chain!
We're back! Comedian Rachel Feinstein (Last Comic Standing) joins Joey Diaz and Lee Syatt to talk everything from seeing ghosts, what has been thrown at them on stage, what two things Joey refuses to talk about on stage, and much more! Check out Rachel's Netflix special, "Big Guy" Try VIIA by using code JOEY at https://viia.co/JOEY Support the show and get 35% off your NYKD order at https://www.nykdpouches.com/church Support the show and get 50% off your 1st Factor box, plus free shipping. Use code FACTORPODCAST at https://www.factormeals.com/FACTORPODCAST

Feb 25, 2025 • 1h 49min
At Least I'm Not Lying with Paul Virzi
Comedian Paul Virzi, known for his sharp wit and relatable humor, shares a wild array of stories, from his eccentric hitchhiking adventures to the awkwardness of youth. He humorously navigates the challenges of aging, especially in maintaining athletic pursuits, while reflecting on the complexities of marriage and personal hygiene. The conversation also dives into the unpredictable comedy journey, touching on outrageous audience encounters and the absurdity of societal norms. With laughs aplenty, Paul invites listeners to embrace authenticity amidst life's chaos.
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