My Friend Lyssa

Lyssa Graham and Dale Leopold

You know how everybody has that weird friend who seems to have adventures that no one else has? Well, for a lot of people, Lyssa is that weird friend. And the weird thing Lyssa is doing now is making a podcast variety show. A little sketch comedy, some improv, her weird friends, original songs and who knows what else?

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S4 · E4
Yesterday · 53 min
Don't Stream on Me!
Episode 4.04 ("Don't Stream On Me!"). Written by Lori Furth, Lyssa Graham, Dale Leopold and Jack Mooney. (Double published to My Friend Lyssa and BS de Resistance) Lyssa is organizing woodland creatures for possible military action. A White House Cabinet meeting is out of this world. Game show contestants try to guess new tariff amounts. And the daring Space Ranger Captain Fremulon keeps the galaxy safe, while his crew tries to keep everyone safe from him. And a musician bemoans his lack-of-income stream. Featuring the vocal talents of the Suffolk & Goode Players: Rebecca Davis (Jeannine Pirro, Tariff-ic Contestant, Cruise Guest 3, Girl) Dustin Ebaugh (Jay, Kash Patel, Tariff-ic Announcer, Cruise Guest 1) Lori Furth (Herself, Natalie Harp, Distressed Colonist, AI Agent) Lyssa Graham (Herself, Cabinet Walla, Cruise Janice, Guest 2) Dale Leopold (Himself, Announcer, Donald Trump, Fremulon Narrator, Doctor, News Reporter) Wren Leopold (Lara Trump, Marcia, Wendy) Chris Mezzolesta (Stephen Miller, Eric Trump, Fremulon Announcer, Quasar, Oskarian Commander, Musician) Karyn O'Bryant (Cabinet Walla, Korean Translator, Petey) Jake Reynolds (Himself) and George Washington III (Robert Kennedy Jr., Game Show Host, Captain Fremulon) Original Music composed, performed and produced by Chris Mezzolesta. The song "Imagine There's No Eric," a parody of John Lennon's "Imagine" had lyrics by Dale Leopold, and was performed by Wren Leopold. The song "Don't Stream On My Leg (And Tell Me It's Raining" was written by Dale Leopold and Chris Mezzolesta and performed by Chris Mezzolesta, with Dale Leopold and Lori Furth. Editing, sound design and audio production by Dale Leopold Artwork by Richard McMurry No Generative AI was used in the writing, performance or production of this episode. (Release date 9/9/26)
S4 · E3
July 30 · 49 min
250, 260--Whatever Works!
Episode 4.03 ("250, 260—Whatever Works!"). Written by Lori Furth, Lyssa Graham, Dale Leopold, Wren Leopold and Jack Mooney. (Double published to My Friend Lyssa and BS de Resistance) To mark the nation's Semi-Quincentennial, we've assembled the mighty Suffolk & Goode Players to serve up a Buc-ees-sized portion of comedy. NPR confronts its toughest challenge—producer Bari Weiss; we learn of a heart-breaking new affliction—Hereditary VO; the plucky Doyle Sisters try to solve a newsworthy crime; and the Broligarchs of AI insinuate themselves into schools, gaming, and meal delivery. And there's a song! Featuring the vocal talents of the Suffolk & Goode Players: Rebecca Davis (Herself, Bari Weiss, Annie Doyle, Deepfake Woman 2) Dustin Ebaugh (Jay, Baby, Dog, Ron DeSantis, Techbro Joe, Elon Musk) Lori Furth (Herself, Mary Louise Kelly, Mrs. Porter, Deepfake Woman 1) Lyssa Graham (Herself, VO Mom, Louise, Librarian, Deepfake Woman 3, Bezos Woman) Dale Leopold (Himself, Announcer, Robert Siegel, VO Dad, Doyle Announcer, Techbro Mike) Wren Leopold (Themselves, VO Daughter, Patty Doyle) Chris Mezzolesta (Jethro DotConnector, Parrot, Sgt. McCord, Ellem, Techbro Tony, himself) Karyn O'Bryant (New Mom, Mrs. Morris) Jake Reynolds (Himself) and George Washington III (Dr. Ibrahim X. Kendi, 60 Seconds Announcer, Doctor, Mr. Lansing, Miss Deepfake Announcer, Techbro Rex, Bezos Announcer) Original Music composed, performed and produced by Chris Mezzolesta. The song, "Repercussions," was written by Lori Furth and Chris Mezzolesta and was arranged and performed by Chris Mezzolesta. Editing, sound design and audio production by Dale Leopold Artwork by Richard McMurry
S4 · E2
Dec 3, 2025 · 34 min
Freedom of Speechlessness
Episode 4.02 ("Freedom of Speechlessness"). Written by Lori Furth, Lyssa Graham, and Dale Leopold. (Double published to My Friend Lyssa and BS de Resistance) Lyssa finds a new job at a mysterious corporation that gets her out of her Trump-induced funk. Contestants in a new game show match wits with FBI Director Kash Patel. A much-maligned virtual character is looking for a job. A kids' educational show gets an update. And we take a musical look at the gig economy. Featuring the vocal talents of the Suffolk & Goode Players: Rebecca Davis (Herself, Game Show Host) Dustin Ebaugh (Jay, Kash Patel, Aaron) Lori Furth (Herself, Rosie) Lyssa Graham (Herself, Lyssa G.) Dale Leopold (Himself, Announcer, Dale L.) Chris Mezzolesta (Himself, Mel, Clippy, Greg A.) Karyn O'Bryant (Herself, Vera, Clerk, Vera X.) Jake Reynolds (Himself) and George Washington III (Mr. Milquetoast, Schoolhouse Rock Singer) Original Music composed, performed and produced by Chris Mezzolesta. The song, "Sparsely Paid," was a parody of "Scarborough Fair/Canticle," originally arranged by Martin Carthy and Paul Simon, with additional lyrics by Paul Simon. Our parody had lyrics by Dale Leopold and was arranged and performed by Chris Mezzolesta with vocals by Chris Mezzolesta, Lori Furth, and Karyn O'Bryant. The Schoolhouse Rock parodies had lyrics by Lori Furth, arrangement by Chris Mezzolesta and vocals by George Washington III. Editing, sound design and audio production by Dale Leopold Artwork by Richard McMurry
S4 · E1
Aug 6, 2025 · 46 min
Look What You Made Us Do!
Episode 4.01 ("Look What You Made Us Do!"). Written by Lori Furth, Lyssa Graham, and Dale Leopold. (Double published to My Friend Lyssa and BS de Resistance) Lyssa, Jay and Jake have escaped to Blue Syracuse (within skedaddling range of the Canadian border) with an involuntary stowaway; the Pod takes a turn towards the political and the impolite; narrating the Squeaky-clean Military Parade; the Nuts saga comes to a fitting kick-ass End; an obsolete gadget solves a modern problem; and we endure a Very White House press conference. Featuring the vocal talents of the Suffolk & Goode Players: Rebecca Davis (Herself, Lucy, OANN Reporter) Dustin Ebaugh (Jay, Chip, Jonas, Linus) Lori Furth (Herself, Sally, Woodstock, Line-Land Wife) Lyssa Graham (Herself, Kirsty, Patricia de Menta, Karoline Leavitt) Dale Leopold (Himself, Announcer, BS Announcer, Chuck Brown, Donald Trump) Chris Mezzolesta (Randall, Schroeder, Stephen Miller, The Very Hungry Brain-worm) Karyn O'Bryant (Herself, Marcia, Mary Sue, Jake, NY Times reporter) Jake Reynolds (himself--he contains multitudes) and George Washington III (Himself, Nuts Announcer, Snoop, Lineland Announcer, RFK Jr.) Original Music composed, performed and produced by Chris Mezzolesta. The song, "The Golden Age," was written by Dale Leopold and Chris Mezzolesta and performed by Lyssa Graham, Dale Leopold, Chris Mezzolesta and George Washington III. Editing, sound design and audio production by Dale Leopold Artwork by Richard McMurry
S4 · E2
Jun 28, 2025 · 1 hr 6 min
Previously on Nuts!
Special Nuts Bonus Episode ("Previously on Nuts") Season 4 will be dropping soon! It will contain the Series finale of Nuts sketches based loosely on Peanuts characters with a dash of Netflix's Dark. Realizing that we've stretched the story out for more than two years, Dale decided he would present all seven previous episodes. Enjoy! Sketches written by Dale Leopold. Original music composed and performed by Chris Mezzolesta, editing and sound design by Dale Leopold, and featuring the vocal talents of the Suffolk & Goode Players: Rebecca Davis (Lucy) Dustin Ebaugh (Pig Pen, Jonas, Linus) Lori Furth (Sally, Woodstock) Lyssa Graham (Martha Stewart, Patricia de Menta) Dale Leopold (Chuck, Karl, Future Chuck) Chris Mezzolesta (Schroeder/Red Baron, Coach McGuffin/misc. adults) Karyn O'Bryant (Mary Sue, Marcia) and George Washington III (Narrator, Snoop) The Nuts episode titles (with the My Friend Lyssa episode they first appeared in): Nuts! (2.12) Nuts to You, Too! (2.14) Nuts and Dolts (2.17) Workingman's Nuts (3.01) Big Nuts Energy (3.03) A Kick in the Nuts! (3.05) Alternative Nuts (3.07) And coming soon… Apocalypse Nuts (4.01)
S4 · E1
Jun 1, 2025 · 52 min
We Are Soooo Back!
Joint Podcast Bonus Episode ("We Are Sooo Back!") Lyssa and Dale have an exciting announcement about a new episode, and catch listeners up on what we've been up to since our last episode.
S3 · E7
Nov 2, 2024 · 50 min
Autumn-onopoeia
Episode 3.07 ("Autumn-onopoeia"). Written by Lori Furth, Lyssa Graham, Dale Leopold and Jack Mooney. Jay and Randall have to patch some holes in the wall, so that means…the return of Caulk Jokes (insert Lyssa evil laugh)! The Nuts Gang moves ever closer to Sudden Death. Cliff Hanger, Private Eye, tries to find a missing matrimonial addict. And the Fairvale Mayoral Debate seems a bit one-sided. Featuring the vocal talents of the Suffolk & Goode Players: Rebecca Davis (Lucy, Lucrezia Infactore, SmellFresh Dughter, Whitehead kid, Karma Fairy) Dustin Ebaugh (Jay, Jonas, Linus, Professor, Howard March, Fairvale Mayor) Lori Furth (Herself, Sally, Woodstock, SmellFresh Mom, Catarina Infactore) Lyssa Graham (Herself, Patricia de Menta, Audrey March, SmellFresh Mom, Mrs. Whitehead) Dale Leopold (Himself, Announcer, Chuck Brown, Cliff Hanger, Alvin Whitehead) Chris Mezzolesta (Randall, Cliff Hanger Announcer, Schroeder, Heathers Coach, Mitch, Desk Clerk) Karyn O'Bryant (Herself, Marcia, Mary Sue, Lola March, Millie, Vickie Torrance, Jake) and George Washington III (Himself, Nuts Announcer, Snoop, Murray, SmellFresh Announcer) Original Music composed, performed and produced by Chris Mezzolesta. No song this time. Don't worry, we'll write more! Editing, sound design and audio production by Dale Leopold Artwork by Richard McMurry
S3 · E6
Aug 10, 2024 · 49 min
Summer Worse Than Others
Episode 3.06 ("Summer Worse Than Others"). Written by Lori Furth, Lyssa Graham, Dale Leopold and Jack Mooney. Lyssa has retreated to her bathroom spa until we get a woman POTUS. The Silver Sisters liven up their retirement community. Dale's family tree branches out unexpectedly. A new deodorant provides an immersive experience. Orson Welles directs High School Hamlet. A new method for paying freelancers bears fruit. And we bemoan a cruel summer, which--wait, what's this about Kamala? Featuring the vocal talents of the Suffolk & Goode Players: Rebecca Davis (Danielle, Ancestry Annie, Peg Welles, Cruel Summer Friend 2, Freelancer) Dustin Ebaugh (Jay, Himself, Viking, Junior Welles, Principal) Lori Furth (Herself, Roxanne, School Secretary, Cruel Summer Friend 1) Lyssa Graham (Herself, Brittany, Sister Beatrice ) Dale Leopold (Himself, Announcer, Orson Welles) Chris Mezzolesta (Randall, Virgil, Norwegian Man, Para-Finesse Disclaimer, Mr. Lyon, Fruit Flies Announcer) Karyn O'Bryant (Jake, Stacy, Irish Lass, Sister Mary Margaret, Para-Finesse Announcer, Sally) George Washington III (Himself, All's Welles Announcer, Teddy) And Special Guest Nancy McLemore (Singer 2, Welcome back Nancy!) Original Music composed, performed and produced by Chris Mezzolesta. The song, a parody version of "Cruel Summer" by Bananarama, Steve Jolley and Tony Swain, had lyrics by Lori Furth, was performed by Lori Furth and Nancy McLemore, and produced by Chris Mezzolesta. Editing, sound design and audio production by Dale Leopold Artwork by Richard McMurry
S3 · E5
Jun 15, 2024 · 40 min
Felonious Funk
Episode 3.05 ("Felonious Funk"). Written by Lori Furth, Lyssa Graham, Dale Leopold and Jack Mooney. Will the real Jake please stand up? Plaintiffs and Defendants become (Aileen) Cannon Fodder. Kids get some Real Life Rock songs. Jesus has a Pride Party, and Ted has…questions. A school Career Day takes an unexpected turn. An office worker Slacks off. A convicted felon breaks into song. And the Nuts gang hurtles towards Sudden Death Overtime. Featuring the vocal talents of the Suffolk & Goode Players: Rebecca Davis (Herself, Judge Aileen Cannon, Worker 1, Lucy) Dustin Ebaugh (Himself, Defendant 2, Matthew, Worker 2, Jonas, Jay) Lori Furth (Herself, Alice, Teacher, Woodstock, Sally) Lyssa Graham (Herself, Plaintiff 1, Mary Magdalene) Dale Leopold (Himself, Announcer, Defendant 1, Ted, Karl, Newscaster) Chris Mezzolesta (Cannon Fodder Announcer, Apostle, Schroeder/Red Baron, Himself) Karyn O'Bryant (Herself, Bailiff, Robin, Mary Sue) George Washington III (Himself, Plaintiff 2, Get Real Rock Announcer, Jesus Christ, Nuts Announcer, Snoop) And Special Guest Jake Reynolds (Himself--really!, Travis) Original Music composed, performed and produced by Chris Mezzolesta. The song, "Felony!" a parody of "Agony!" by Stephen Sondheim, had lyrics by Brian Helm, and was performed by Special Guest Jeff Hopp and produced by Chris Mezzolesta. The songs "Citizens United" and "It's the Dog's Turn" had lyrics by Lori Furth and music by Chris Mezzolesta, who also performed them. Editing, sound design and audio production by Dale Leopold Artwork by Richard McMurry
S3 · E4
Mar 26, 2024 · 38 min
Spring Fever Dream
Episode 3.04 ("Spring Fever Dream"). Written by Lori Furth, Lyssa Graham, Dale Leopold and Jack Mooney. Randall is feeling bereft, and even donuts won't console him. Detectives Thursday and Jones try to catch a jewel thief. A new app will make people stop ignoring you. Need an Ark? A new startup will keep you afloat. Contestants try to keep up with new technology. And the disgraced Former Guy (AKA Don Poorleone) wants a pity party. Featuring the vocal talents of the Suffolk & Goode Players: Rebecca Davis (Phyllis, MyTunes woman) Dustin Ebaugh (Jay, Badge Patrol Announcer, Captain, MyTunes boss, Landon) Lori Furth (Herself, Police Officer) Lyssa Graham (Herself, MyTunes Receptionist, Landlady) Dale Leopold (Himself, Announcer, Detective Jim Thursday, Bill Jenkins, Donald Trump) Chris Mezzolesta (Randall, Detective Frank Jones, What The Tech Host) Karyn O'Bryant (Jake, Mrs. Bowden, Mary Beth) and George Washington III (MyTunes Announcer, Arks R Us Announcer, Perkins, Thomas). Original Music composed, performed and produced by Chris Mezzolesta. The song, "Witch Hunt," a parody of "Manhunt" by Bayley Cooke and Jason Edwards, had lyrics by Lori Furth (based on an idea by Lyssa Graham) and was performed by Dale Leopold and produced by Chris Mezzolesta. Editing, sound design and audio production by Dale Leopold Artwork by Richard McMurry
S3 · E3
Feb 11, 2024 · 40 min
Total Comedic Immunity
Episode 3.03 ("Total Comedic Immunity"). Written by Lori Furth, Lyssa Graham, Dale Leopold and Jack Mooney. The Writers Room is at a loss for words. A couples counseling session gets an unwanted assist. In the Old West, Marshall Buck Taciturn gets political. The Nuts team faces the final countdown to the Big Game and/or Sudden Death. And we have a really, really sincere song! Featuring the vocal talents of the Suffolk & Goode Players: Rebecca Davis (Judith Smith, Meston Baby, Miss Preen, Marissa) Dustin Ebaugh (Jay, Charlie, Jonas) Lori Furth (Herself, Dr. Brooks, Meston Woman, Woodstock) Lyssa Graham (Herself, Alexa, Betty, Patricia de Menta) Dale Leopold (Himself, Announcer, Buck Taciturn Announcer, Winger, Chuck) Chris Mezzolesta (Randall, Singing Bandit, Meston Man, Schroeder/Red Baron, Coach MacGuffin) Karyn O'Bryant (Jake, Mattie, Mary Sue, Marcia) and George Washington III (Harry Smith, Buck Taciturn, Nuts Narrator, Snoop, Jeff, Patriot Train Announcer). Original Music composed, performed and produced by Chris Mezzolesta. The song, "Where Do We Go From Here?" had lyrics by Lori Furth and melody and arrangement by Chris Mezzolesta, and was performed by Chris Mezzolesta. "The Ballad of the Singing Bandit" had lyrics by Jack Mooney, melody by Chris Mezzolesta, and was performed by Chris Mezzolesta. Editing, sound design and audio production by Dale Leopold Artwork by Richard McMurry
S3 · E2
Dec 10, 2023 · 40 min
Forward Into the Past!
Episode 3.02 ("Forward Into the Past!"). Written by Lori Furth, Lyssa Graham, Dale Leopold and Jack Mooney. Lyssa decides to re-animate some characters from the old show (BS de Résistance) to be ready for any election year hijinks. It does not go well. A new playset teaches kids about late-stage capitalism. Jesus has a few heated words about the Middle East. The ACME Corporation shows off some explosive stocking stuffer ideas. We bid a musical farewell to former Rep. Santos. A morning show host (over)-shares holiday travel tips. And Jay is less than pleased with a new bespectacled houseguest. Featuring the vocal talents of the Suffolk & Goode Players: Rebecca Davis (Civility Fairy, Joan) Dustin Ebaugh (Jay, ACME Announcer) Lori Furth (Betsy DeVos, Santos Baby Singer) Lyssa Graham (Herself, Lydia, Mary Mags) Dale Leopold (Himself, BS de Résistance Announcer, Ted, Santa) Chris Mezzolesta (Dumb Rick Perry, Mike Pence, Jerry, Randall, Smart Rick Perry) Karyn O'Bryant (Jake, Lil Boss Announcer, Vera) and George Washington III (Dr. Ben Carson, Jesus Christ, God). Original Music composed, performed and produced by Chris Mezzolesta. The song, "Santos Baby," a parody of "Santa Baby" by Joan Javits and Philip Springer, has lyrics by Lori Furth and arrangement by Chris Mezzolesta, and was performed by Lori Furth. Editing, sound design and audio production by Dale LeopoldArtwork by Richard McMurry Happy Holidays, everyone!
S3 · E1
Nov 6, 2023 · 41 min
Fall Back!
Episode 3.01 ("Fall Back!"). Written by Lori Furth, Lyssa Graham, Dale Leopold and Jack Mooney. Lyssa is bored and restless--and that means trouble. A new service "improves" classic books. House Republicans blow a Speaker. The IOC introduces some modern sports to the 2030 Olympics. Sidney Powell sings--literally! Trump fans get out of their gourds. In the Nuts multiverse, Mary Sue gets a vital vinyl clue. And Jake takes up painting. Featuring the vocal talents of the Suffolk & Goode Players: Dustin Ebaugh (Jay, Steve Scalise/Tom Anderson, Rudy Giuliani, Jonas) Lori Furth (Sasha Berman, Sally, Woodstock) Lyssa Graham (Herself, Werewolf Announcer, Nancy Pelosi, Sidney Powell, Patricia de la Menta) Dale Leopold (Himself, Announcer, Werewolf, Eddie Vance, Redneck 1, Chuck) Chris Mezzolesta (Randall, Tom Bones, Jim Jordan/Beavis, Matt Gaetz/Butthead, Mrs. Brown, Tom) Karyn O'Bryant (Jake, Great Books Instead Narrator, Redneck 2, Mary Sue, Marcia) and George Washington III (Jim Cutler, Hakeem Jeffries, Nuts Announcer, Snoop). Original Music composed, performed and produced by Chris Mezzolesta. The song, "We're Talkin'," has lyrics by Lyssa Graham and Dale Leopold (based on an idea by Karyn O'Bryant), melody and arrangement by Chris Mezzolesta, and was performed by Lyssa Graham and Dustin Ebaugh. Editing, sound design and audio production by Dale Leopold Artwork by Richard McMurry
S2 · E16
Oct 13, 2023 · 54 min
Don't Cross the Streams!
Season 2 Finale Episode ("Don't Cross the Streams!"). Written by Lori Furth, Lyssa Graham, Dale Leopold and Jack Mooney. It's a re-recording of our second annual streaming show, performed live in Ashland, Virginia on July 29th! We actually managed to corral our far-flung cast into the same place at the same time (with one exception--cough---Lyssa), and hilarity and/or chaos ensued! We had some audio glitches in the livestream, so we decided to re-do the audio. Featuring the vocal talents of the Suffolk & Goode Players: Dustin Ebaugh (Jay, Ron DeSantis, Fairvale Mayor, Bill, Rudy Giuliani) Lori Furth (Herself, CSPAN Announcer, Casey DeSantis, Fairvale Woman 1, Jessica, Ivanka Trump) Lyssa Graham (Herself, Fairvale Woman 2, Sidney Powell, Co-Pilot) Dale Leopold (Himself, Announcer, Ron, Donald Trump, Elvis Presley) Chris Mezzolesta (Randall, Glenn Youngkin, Farmer Johnson, Suck-Session Announcer, Eric Trump) Jack Mooney (Himself) Karyn O'Bryant (Jake, Herself, Crimea Narrator, Stormy, Jan, Melania Trump) and George Washington III (Carl, Marcus, Donald Trump Jr., Agent Pink). Original Music composed, performed and produced by Chris Mezzolesta. The song, "I Made You, Babe," a parody of "I Got You, Babe" by Sonny Bono, has lyrics by Lori Furth, and was arranged by Chris Mezzolesta and performed by Lori Furth and Dustin Ebaugh. The "Elvis Anti-MAGA Medley," with parodies of "That's All Right, Mama" by Arthur Crudup, "Suspicious Minds" by Mark James, and "Blue Moon of Kentucky" by Bill Monroe, had lyrics by Dale Leopold, and was arranged by Chris Mezzolesta and performed by Dale Leopold. Engineering and Video Direction by Matt Treacy. Sound Effects coordination by Jack Mooney. Sound design by Dale Leopold Artwork by Richard McMurry
S2 · E17
Aug 23, 2023 · 43 min
Aspirational Desperation
Episode 2.17 ("Aspirational Desperation"). Written by Lori Furth, Lyssa Graham, Dale Leopold and Jack Mooney. Lyssa and Dale went to the movies but can't talk about them. We react musically to the latest Trump news. The Nuts gang tries to solve the mystery of Schroeder's disappearance. New MAGA Glasses let you see only what you want to see. An old radio show from the days when studios and creatives were at loggerheads. And a quirky new game show combines cooking and music. Featuring the vocal talents of the Suffolk & Goode Players: Rebecca Davis (Lucy, Tallulah) Dustin Ebaugh (love and moral support) Lori Furth (Herself, Re-indicted Singer 2, Sally, Woodstock, Leslie) Lyssa Graham (Herself, MAGA Glasses Announcer, Hollywood Announcer) Dale Leopold (Himself, Announcer, Donald Trump, Chuck, Karl, Frank, Rodney) Chris Mezzolesta (Jack, Schroeder/Red Baron, Nuts Adult Voices, MAGA Redneck, Eddie, 7 Ingredients Contestant) Karyn O'Bryant (Jake, Mary Sue) and George Washington III (Re-indicted Singer 1, Nuts Announcer, Snoop, Cedric D. DeVille, 7 Ingredients Announcer). Original Music composed, performed and produced by Chris Mezzolesta. The song, "Tell Me It's Time," has lyrics by Lori Furth (with a monologue by Dale Leopold), melody and arrangement by Chris Mezzolesta, and was performed by Chris Mezzolesta with Dale Leopold. "Re-indicted, " a parody of "Reunited" by Dino Fekaris and Frederick J. Perren, had lyrics by Dale Leopold, was arranged by Chris Mezzolesta and performed by George Washington III, Lori Furth, and Dale Leopold. You can download and/or buy it at sagplayers.bandcamp.com, along with our new album, "Suffolk & Funny." Editing, sound design and audio production by Dale Leopold Artwork by Richard McMurry Shout-out to Alison Gill and everyone at The Daily Beans Podcast, as well as the great Dr. Demento for playing Re-Indicted on their shows!
S2 · E15
Jun 28, 2023 · 53 min
Boxing Day
Episode 2.15 ("Boxing Day"). Written by Lori Furth, Lyssa Graham, Dale Leopold and Jack Mooney. The Writers Room is struck dumb by the WGA strike, and is forced to improvise. Ron DeSantis opens a non-woke theme park. Pride Month is celebrated, separately, by the Silver Sisters and Jesus. The Trump kids go in search of their missing patriarch and make a shocking discovery. A new home-swapping show takes things a bit too far. Featuring the vocal talents of the Suffolk & Goode Players: Rebecca Davis (Herself, Tinkerbell, Danielle, Carol, Ru John, Alina Habba) Dustin Ebaugh (Jay, Himself, Rod DeSantis, Greg, Ru Matthew, Rudy Giuliani) Lori Furth (Herself, Roxanne, Next Door Decor Announcer, Ru Thomas, Ivanka Trump) Lyssa Graham (Herself, Brittany, Ru Luke, Sidney Powell, Co-Pilot) Dale Leopold (Himself, Announcer, Mickey Mouse, Joe, Camp Counselor, Ted, Donald Trump, Elvis Presley) Chris Mezzolesta (Randall, Himself, Elon Musk, Hank, Ru Mark, Suck-Session Announcer, Eric Trump, JFK) Karyn O'Bryant (Jake, Herself, Casey DeSantis, Allison, Stacy, Alice) and George Washington III (Himself, FFF Announcer, Jesus Christ, Donald Trump Jr., Pilot, Tupac Shakur). Original Music composed, performed and produced by Chris Mezzolesta. The song, "Camp Surrenduh," a parody of "Hello Muddah, Hello Faddah" by Allan Sherman, has lyrics by Lori Furth, and was arranged by Chris Mezzolesta and performed by Lori Furth and Chris Mezzolesta. Editing, sound design and audio production by Dale Leopold Artwork by Richard McMurry
S2 · E17
Jun 1, 2023 · 38 min
Special Bonus Episode - Hear Now 2023
Special Bonus Episode ("Hear Hear! Now Now!") Lyssa and Dale celebrate the success of our submission to this year's Hear Now Podcast Palooza, which was awarded with the Platinum Prize. They also play the piece itself: "Submitted for Your Approval." Excerpts from the sketch comedy podcast My Friend Lyssa (2021-Present). Written by Lori Furth, Lyssa Graham, Dale Leopold and Jack Mooney Original music by Chris Mezzolesta Editing, Sound Design and Audio Production by Dale Leopold Artwork by Richard McMurry Featuring the vocal talents of the Suffolk & Goode Players: Rebecca Davis Dustin Ebaugh Lori Furth Lyssa Graham Dale Leopold Nancy McLemore Chris Mezzolesta Karyn O'Bryant George Washington III With Special Guests: Matt Cowlrick Rachel Dilliplane Mike Pongracz Garnet Williams
S2 · E14
May 19, 2023 · 35 min
Getting Away With It
Episode 2.14 ("Getting Away With It"). Written by Lori Furth, Lyssa Graham, Dale Leopold and Jack Mooney. Some of the cast gets a Magic Kingdom Holiday. Clarence and Ginni unveil an exclusive vacation club. Mary Sue is disturbed by the odd new school janitor, while Snoop gets into a real dogfight. CNN circles the drain. A lovesick prince instigates a kingdom-wide search. And everyone ends up plastered. Featuring the vocal talents of the Suffolk & Goode Players: Rebecca Davis (Herself, Lucy) Dustin Ebaugh (Jay, Linus, Jonas, Himself) Lori Furth (Herself, Ginni Thomas, Woodstock) Lyssa Graham (Herself, Patricia, Knight 2) Dale Leopold (Himself, Announcer, Supreme Getaway Announcer, Chuck, Pol Pot, Prince Charming) Chris Mezzolesta (Disney PA Announcer, Man 1, Randall, Schroeder, Red Baron, Anderson Cooper, Himself) Karyn O'Bryant (Jake, Herself, Mary Sue, Marcia) and George Washington III (Clarence Thomas, Nuts Announcer, Snoop, CNN Announcer, Knight 1, Himself). Original Music composed, performed and produced by Chris Mezzolesta. The song, "Blue Check Blues" was written by Lori Furth and Chris Mezzolesta and performed by Chris Mezzolesta. Editing, sound design and audio production by Dale Leopold Artwork by Richard McMurry
S2 · E13
May 1, 2023 · 47 min
All Tuckered Out
Episode 2.13 ("All Tuckered Out"). Written by Lori Furth, Lyssa Graham, Dale Leopold and Jack Mooney. An AI counseling service is missing the human factor. Orson Welles makes amends for causing a panic. The Trump family has to deal with a possible tragedy. An investigative reporter has mixed feelings about getting an award. The Florida governor gets sticky fingers. And we deal with job applications from recently fired anchors. Featuring the vocal talents of the Suffolk & Goode Players: Rebecca Davis (Herself, Witch 3, Alina Habba, AI Sam, Newsboy) Dustin Ebaugh (Jay, Rudy Giuliani, Security Guard, Pudding Announcer, Stop the Press Announcer) Lori Furth (Herself, Ivanka Trump, Actress Playing Julia) Lyssa Graham (Herself, Witch 2, Sidney Powell, Ciggy) Dale Leopold (Himself, Announcer, Orson Welles, Donald Trump, Doctor, Editor) Chris Mezzolesta (Jack, Randall, Eric Trump, Suck Session Announcer, Tom, Tucker Carlson) Karyn O'Bryant (Jake, Ms Harrington, Witch 1, Sara, Julia Perkins, Herself) and George Washington III (Welles Announcer, Donald Trump Jr., Matthew, Bill Cosby, Don Lemon). Original Music composed, performed and produced by Chris Mezzolesta. The Excelsior Jingle was written by Jack Mooney and performed by Chris Mezzolesta. Editing, sound design and audio production by Dale Leopold Artwork by Richard McMurry
S2 · E12
Apr 12, 2023 · 45 min
Spring A-woke-ening
Episode 2.12 ("Spring A-woke-ening"). Written by Lori Furth, Lyssa Graham, Dale Leopold and Jack Mooney. Lyssa's tummy bug isn't as cute as it sounds. A panel debates how schools should teach fairy tale history. Characters from a beloved comic strip get an edgy new reboot. A gun store hatches an Easter Sale. A pair of pint-sized detectives come to the aid of a Mafia turncoat. And an infamous just-indicted politician contemplates the future. Featuring the vocal talents of the Suffolk & Goode Players: Rebecca Davis (Lucy, Mrs. Nesbit) Dustin Ebaugh (Jay, David Lupin, Linus, Man in Cud Ad, Agent Stack) Lori Furth (Sally, Patty Doyle) Lyssa Graham (Herself, Mary Miller, Martha Stewart, Woman in Cud Ad, Mrs.Doyle) Dale Leopold (Himself, Announcer, Chuck, Doyle Sisters Announcer, Mailman, Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin) Chris Mezzolesta (Randall, Peter Andrews, Schroeder, Nuts Adults, Billy Bob, Tony Nomofalso) Karyn O'Bryant (Jake, Mary Sue, Annie Doyle,) and George Washington III (Brad Cleaver, Nuts Announcer, Snoop, Mr. Doyle). Original Music composed, performed and produced by Chris Mezzolesta. The song, "Felonies," a parody of "Yesterday" (McCartney/Lennon), has lyrics by Lori Furth and Dale Leopold, and features Dale Leopold. Editing, sound design and audio production by Dale Leopold Artwork by Richard McMurry

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