The Official Average Boy Podcast

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 ...

Bob fabricates a fantastic podcast by helping set up chairs at church. If that sounds boring, you’ve never listened to this show. So start now and see the world through fresh eyes! That’s what Bob is doing after encountering the air refreshener in the main auditorium. Jesse tells Bob about his latest award. Bob and Jesse also give some practical tips for staying calm in tricky situations with siblings and recognizing th...

Bob and Jesse are nonplused by their latest podcast which adds an extra show every month. Confused? Good, that’s the point of being nonplused. Speaking of points, Bob tries something new by playing soccer. And it’s a kick! Nope, Jesse doesn’t tell that joke. But surprisingly, he does share a quality quip or two. The guys also give a listener some advice on moving to a new place. Can Bob plus up his soccer game and...

Bob Smiley (aka Average Boy) is bursting with excitement to share some big news! But first, Jesse, encourages Bob to recount his latest entrepreneurial endeavor: a lemonade stand! Will AB’s carefully chosen locations lead to sweet success, or will unexpected obstacles leave him feeling sour? Beyond this sticky situation, Bob and Jesse get inspired by Isaiah 43:18-19 as they discuss the importance of learning from new experien...

Average Boy tells a puzzling story of how he bought the “perfect” birthday gift for his neighbor Mr. Polvado. Get ready for fish tales, questionable cameras and a whole lot of duct tape reasoning! Bob and Jesse also dive into the importance of having good friends and mentors to help navigate moments in life where everything doesn’t fit together. They end by answering a listener question about feeling left out.

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It’s time for a super special 100th episode celebration! Trust us, this landmark podcast with surprise you with pizza puns, laughs and an unexpected hero. Bob and Jesse top off this show by sharing a bunch of listener voicemails and answering a question about God’s giftings.

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Average Boy loves peace and quiet, especially when he’s loudly telling a story while tromping through the woods with his friends. Speaking of his friends, Sarah has something special to show AB, Billy and Everley. But what is it? Join Jesse and Bob to find out in this hilarious adventure. Plus, you won’t be-leaf the amazing tree jokes and the answer to a question from a listener in Scotland!

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At school, AB starts to work on an assignment only to find his pencil has disappeared. Then he discovers his backpack and phone are gone too! Bob quickly taps into his detective skills, looking for the BPPT—the Backpack, Phone and Pencil Thief. Sadly, he has difficulty finding a kid in a ski mask, but AB does eventually find his stuff . . . with help from his friends, teachers and principal. He also learns a lesson about resp...

Average Boy knows what a dilemma is and experiences a lot (two words) of them. Whether it’s delivering an 80-pound fruitcake to Mr. Polvado or helping his neighbor Mrs. Fox gather eggs, he’s able to figure out how to handle a broken window or getting chased by an angry rooster! As the new year begins, AB is faced with another dilemma: How to make the most of each day God gives us? But instead of making his list, AB gets...

AB and his brother are big fans of their dad. And that leads them to finding the perfect Christmas gift for him—a giant fan! What could go wrong? Well, everything. From getting the fan home from hardware store to setting it up under the tree and testing its power, AB’s antics will make everyone a fan of this episode. This show also answers the question: Why does the living room smell like pine and look like it’s c...

When Average Boy’s family gathers for a Thanksgiving Day bash, a “surprise” casserole leads to a big fight. And Bob realizes the importance of thinking before he speaks. Things start to go better until his uncle’s long prayer keeps everyone from enjoying their hot food. Thankfully, Grandma comes to the rescue in an interesting way. AB and Jesse end by helping a listener who has a question about bottling up anger.

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Getting picked on in gym class is no fun, and so is getting picked last for a team. Average Boy experiences both of those things when the gym teacher has the students play a wild game called, “Crab Soccer.” At first this makes AB crabby, but then he makes a goal in a way you might expect—proving that everyone has different talents. Bob and Jesse also play a joke and questions from listeners, which leads Jesse to sharing a recent jo...

Average Boy is super excited about the release of his new book, Average Boy’s Above Average Summer. Not only is it funny, but it has so many uses, such as breaking lawn ornaments and propping open windows. AB shares how he met his neighbor, Mr. Polvado, who has become a mentor in his life. Mr. Polvado also played a big part in the new book, so Bob really wants to know what he thinks of it. Bob and Jesse end by answering a listener ...

Average Boy gets a birdie! No, he’s not golfing; he’s birdwatching with his grandfather. Of course, they are riding in a golf cart because that’s how you birdwatch in Texas. Speaking of Texas, they get attacked by Texas-sized mosquitos before actually seeing a goshawk! It’s a crazy adventure that ends with questions from listeners on how to get more into the Bible every day and whether a friend can be trusted with a secret.

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Average Boy’s youth group holds a team triathlon, so AB, Billy and Sarah sign up to race. Billy takes the bike leg. Sarah dives in to swim, and Bob finishes up as the runner. When Sarah turns out to be more submarine than swimmer, can AB take the team to victory? Or will Donny rundown and run over the competition? Bob and Jesse also hear from a listener who wants to know if they’ve ever read the whole Bible.

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It’s the last day of school, and Average Boy almost sleeps through the final bell. But it’s not his fault the clock in math class is busted . . . or is it? Bob points out the different ways girls laugh, and then he shares some listener jokes that make everyone laugh. Bob and Jesse also help a listener learn how to deal with rumors. Finally, Bob unveils the title of the new Average Boy book and the official book cover!

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Knock, knock. Who’s there? Banana. Banana who? Average Boy tells Jesse about his grandma’s amazing banana bread, which causes Jesse to share some banana-themed jokes. Bob also talks about the power of prayer when it comes to studying for history tests. Of course, God gives us what we need, according to His will—not everything we ask for or want. Bob and Jesse end by helping a listener who wants to be more like Jesus, especially in ...

The first of April often leads to April Fools’ Day shenanigans. Bob and Jesse prove they’re not chicken by telling some chicken jokes. Then AB does an amazing job of avoiding all his family’s and friends’ pranks. Well, almost. When a listener asks about becoming a Christian, Bob and Jesse have some great advice about the most important decision a person can make!

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Let’s play ball! Baseball, that is. When AB’s youth group starts their baseball season, Bob is the first pick . . . or at least the first one to show up. His youth leader is so excited that he sends AB way out to right field. AB is a bit bored until something hits him—twice! That’s when Bob remembers even when he fails at something, he’s always loved by God no matter what! Jesse and Bob also answer a listener question about getting...