The Official Average Boy Podcast

When Average Boy comes home after dominating a basketball game, he gets a shock. His bedroom has been painted bright pink! What his parents hoped would be a red-iculously cool surprise has turned into a colorful disaster. AB now has a big problem and an even bigger decision: Will he panic, complain or find a creative solution? Listen to find out how flexibility, teamwork and a good attitude can help us handle when things don't go a...

Episode 130 is all about helping. Average Boy receives some help from Clubhouse magazine readers who help him recall a few wild tales that Bob doesn’t even remember living! From a fishing trip gone wrong to a rodeo surprise involving mutton busting, this episode is packed with laugh-out-loud moments. And along the way, Bob and Jesse provide helpful thoughts about sharing your faith in Jesus, the importance of asking questions...

Nothing exciting is happening in Average Boy’s life . . . except for a failed attempt to start a bring-your-own-boat water ski school. As Bob bemoans being bored, he remembers back to his first mission trip. From airport misadventures with “Mr. Security Guard” to building a playground in downtown Chicago, Bob shares the story of how a small act of kindness made a big difference for one little girl. Episode 129 wra...

What do sweaty metal shelves, a school bus barn and a slightly mistimed surprise party have in common? They’re all part of Episode 128 as Average Boy (aka Bob Smiley) and Jesse explore what it means to break out of your comfort zone. Through all the chaos and sweat (there’s a lot of sweat), the guys unpack a meaningful truth: Doing something encouraging for others and serving God often means stepping outside of what fee...

Summer is here—and so is the danger of having way too much free time! In Episode 127 of the Official Average Boy Podcast, Bob and Jesse bring the laughs while tackling the age-old problem of battling boredom when school’s out. From polarizing poll results (sorry, Jesse Jokes) to Bob’s “creative” lawn-mowing strategies, this episode is packed with hilarious Average Boy adventures. And along the way, the...

When Average Boy visits his friend Richie’s very large house, he makes a surprising observation—the Olympics could be hosted here. But before he contacts the Olympic people, Bob has a high-speed scooter chase and learns an unexpected lesson from Richie’s wise (and strong) grandmother: It’s good to slow down and just be. Jesse and Bob talk about busyness, silence, and why rest matters by drawing inspiration f...

Average Boy’s morning takes a nearly disastrous turn when his alarm doesn’t go off. His late start and sprint to catch the school bus leads to big laughs, close calls with cars, and important lessons about responsibility and perseverance. Then as Bob and Jesse reflect on learning from mistakes, Bob has a breakthrough and recognizes how his mom is truly amazing! And just before the episode ends, Jesse shares a surprise a...

Buckle up your tool belts, grab your shovels and hop on your "Rooster Scooters," because things are getting agricultural! In this episode, Jesse teaches Bob the definition of the word "always," while Bob introduces us to the world of AG class (which, according to Bob, stands for "Aggravated Grownup"). Between hair-raising hijinks (or is that hare raising?) and hopping hogs, Bob and Jesse dig into what it means to be diligent—...

In this milestone episode—which Bob is convinced is mathematically special—Jesse and Average Boy dive into the world of healthy eating. Bob’s mom has officially launched a "health kick" at the Smiley household, leaving Bob to face his greatest enemies: rice cakes and hummus. While Bob tries to figure out if kangaroos work for rideshare apps and why his school lunch always tastes like a freshly mown football field,...

In this episode of the Official Average Boy Podcast, Jesse and Bob (aka Average Boy) explore the mystery of the Golden Egg and what it really means to serve others. Bob is eager to share his latest adventure, though he gets a little distracted by his “research”—if you count eating a whole bag of Easter candy as research. Bob and Jesse also answer an important question from a listener who lives in a beautiful place...

Get ready for a "perfectly plausible" and "profoundly playful" episode as Jesse and Average Boy (aka Bob Smiley) dive into the importance of doing nice things for others. While Bob initially tries to stall with some impressive alliteration, he eventually reveals the messy—and muddy—truth about his latest "good deed.” We also learn why Bob and Jesse yell “two words” a lot at each other.

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Fore! Or is it "Sixteen"? Either way, watch out for flying golf balls. In this episode, Bob (aka Average Boy) takes us to his youth group golf tournament. While Jesse keeps things "on par" with some silly puns, Bob shares how a day at the links—and several trips into the woods—taught him a huge lesson about pride. From catching armadillos to diving into ponds for extra golf balls (28 of them, to be exact!), Bob’s ...

G’day, mates! Grab your blooming onions and watch out for "bucking" hams, because Bob is bringing his best Australian accent to the studio today. In this episode, Bob and Jesse dive into the wacky world of friendships. From "Leg Cramp Girl" on the bus to a PE teacher whose heart rate spikes just by seeing Bob walk into the gym, the duo explores how every person in our lives provides an opportunity to show God’s love. Wh...

Donny dares Bob to eat a worm. What a nightmare! Or is it? Average Boy has to figure out how to save the day and encourage a new girl in town named Maeve. While Bob begins this episode like a Jenga tower during an earthquake—a little shaky—he ends with his feet on solid ground. You also won’t want to miss a listener from Australia who asks a question . . . and a riddle.

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Two exciting things happen for Bob (aka Average Boy) in this episode: it snows in Texas, and he finds a bag of leftover Christmas candy! Those two events combine for a cold and sugar-filled outdoor adventure where Average Boy gains an appreciation for how Jesus’ forgiveness covers our sins and makes us as white as snow. Jesse adds to the hilarity with a few frosty and funny winter jokes. Then Bob and Jesse team up to provide ...

Average Boy learns two important lessons at the beginning of this week’s adventure. First, mountains are dangerous. And, B, it’s also dangerous not to do follow through on responsibilities. It turns out procrastination can literally pile up! Bob and Jesse also take a serious break from the laughs to address a tough question from a listener who’s grieving the loss of a loved one.

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It’s a wild Christmas at Average Boy's house. The excitement includes: five snoring cousins, four aunts and uncles, three dog biscuits, two Jesse jokes and a cold-nosing by the Smiley’s dog. You’ll love the message of family togetherness. And you won’t want to miss how Bob and Jesse wrap, er . . . rap up this episode!

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What do glow-in-the-dark sunglasses, a stuck locker, and an illustrated snowfamily have in common? They're all part of Average Boy's story about the importance of finding trustworthy people in your life. Join Bob and Jesse as they discuss how the kindest people (like janitor Mr. Gribble) are the best ones to know. This week's episode also tackles a big listener question: How do we know God is real? The guys break down the evidence ...

Bob "Average Boy" Smiley (AKA the masher of Mom’s merriment) shares an unforgettable story about a Thanksgiving meal prepared by his dad, his brother and him. From exploding blenders and deep-fried turkeys, the lessons are almost as numerous as the side dishes. Tune in for the laughs (including some appeeling potato jokes) and an important discussion about how all of us are called to be super average missionaries, sharing the...