The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

The Scribble podcast

Nationally syndicated radio host, newspaper columnist and bestselling author Jeremy Bradley heads into podcasting with this weekly download featuring celebrity guests, funny stories and entertaining chatter. The name of the program comes from the idea that sometimes the creative process includes scribbling down random ideas before you can make sense of anything. That's exactly what JB is doing every week on The Scribble. read less

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What's really killing long-lasting relationships? - Episode 504 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

What's really killing long-lasting relationships? - Episode 504 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

Is it reality shows? Is it dating apps? Is it social media? Is it ADD? Is it all of the above? Jeremy Bradley wonders why so many relationships are failing nowadays. JB talks about how social media has given people unlimited access to almost literally everyone in the world. It's no longer about finding someone near you because everyone is reachable. But because of that easy access, JB wonders if people will always be on the lookout for something/someone better -- just as they would be for their next job or car or house. Plus, reality shows have become so mainstream that dating and competing for affection (or "temporary TV love" as JB calls it) sets unrealistic expectations for romance. The needy and insecure contestants on Bachelor shows now use terms like "validated"/"validation" and "you make me feel seen" and JB says they're not emotionally stable with themselves if they rely so heavily on someone to boost them up.

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What's really killing long-lasting relationships? - Episode 504 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

What's really killing long-lasting relationships? - Episode 504 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

Is it reality shows? Is it dating apps? Is it social media? Is it ADD? Is it all of the above? Jeremy Bradley wonders why so many relationships are failing nowadays. JB talks about how social media has given people unlimited access to almost literally everyone in the world. It's no longer about finding someone near you because everyone is reachable. But because of that easy access, JB wonders if people will always be on the lookout for something/someone better -- just as they would be for their next job or car or house. Plus, reality shows have become so mainstream that dating and competing for affection (or "temporary TV love" as JB calls it) sets unrealistic expectations for romance. The needy and insecure contestants on Bachelor shows now use terms like "validated"/"validation" and "you make me feel seen" and JB says they're not emotionally stable with themselves if they rely so heavily on someone to boost them up.

What's up with people nowadays? Chill the F out! - Episode 503 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

What's up with people nowadays? Chill the F out! - Episode 503 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

It's nearly impossible to get through a day without having some form of interaction with another person. Whether it's at work, at school, driving, on the bus, shopping, on social media -- you just can't escape. Jeremy Bradley talks about how ridiculous-acting people make him want to hide out and never come in contact with anyone -- sometimes ever again! JB explains how customer service is maddening, how inconsiderate neighbors can make life hell and how (some) businesses ain't gonna take your crap. He shares examples of all of the above!

Being fired ain't the worst thing in the world - Episode 502 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

Being fired ain't the worst thing in the world - Episode 502 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

If you've ever been fired unexpectedly you probably went through a series of emotions: sadness, embarrassment and fear. You were sad because you formed friendships with co-workers and wouldn't see them anymore. You were embarrassed because the entire staff knows what happened and then you have to figure out how to address things on social media if you share every detail about your life. And then you were likely fearful about finding a new job, finances or what to do next. Jeremy Bradley talks about his work history and how getting fired is what motivated him to become an entrepreneur -- and ultimately retire at 39 years old.

'I told ya so' on the 'fight, fight, fight' thing - Episode 501 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

'I told ya so' on the 'fight, fight, fight' thing - Episode 501 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

It feels like an 'I told ya so' moment for Jeremy Bradley on the podcast this week. Earlier this month he commented on how Americans are encouraged by their political leaders to 'fight, fight, fight' and then as soon as there's another attempt to assassinate Donald Trump, there are calls for people to chill out and settle down. (Though a few days later they're leading the chants again, but whatevs.) As JB previously noted -- and does again today -- the whole mindset of an American political campaign is about the fight-fight-fight. JB draws the comparisons between Canadian and American mentalities and vast differences in civility in the respective countries.

So, you wanna host a podcast - Episode 500 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

So, you wanna host a podcast - Episode 500 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

Jeremy Bradley celebrates 500 episodes and 10 years of hosting The Scribble podcast. Having been in broadcasting for 20 years and getting his start on local radio, JB shares his insights into being a successful host. Sure, the broadcasting landscape has changed but the fundamentals of content creation remain the same. JB offers tips and suggestions about formulating a broadcasting plan and outlines the proper steps to launch a podcast. Have the logo and title before even brainstorming your first few episodes? Red flag. JB explains how to get the pieces in place for a smooth launch. Also, are too many podcasts incorporating video? Does it lend anything to the content? Are you proficient with video editing or will it add countless hours of work for each episode? In the end, is it worth it? JB addresses it all in episode 500!

Politicians call for calm while telling you to 'fight, fight, fight' - Episode 499 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

Politicians call for calm while telling you to 'fight, fight, fight' - Episode 499 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

Election season... er, year... er, four years is in full swing. Jeremy Bradley talks about how the American political campaign is never ending. The next campaign starts right after the latest president is sworn in. JB explains how, as a Canadian, politics is a completely different vibe. Canucks barely know when the next election is, let alone who the candidates are in their neighborhood. Americans, are hating their neighbors and getting into family fights and excommunicating those who disagree with them. JB notes that while American politicians call for calm in the wake of the Trump assassination attempt, candidates are still encouraging voters to 'fight, fight, fight.' As JB asks, "How is that ever a non-violent word in this context?"

You got busted breaking the law... deal with it! - Episode 498 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

You got busted breaking the law... deal with it! - Episode 498 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

It's becoming increasingly common for people to whip out their phone and record confrontations with others. (After all, A&E has a bunch of shows devoted to the new style of home video montages.) Jeremy Bradley talks about interactions he's had where capturing the encounter would've gone viral. Notably, JB busts people breaking the law and puts them on blast. They clap back and -- believe it or not -- publicly justify their illegal behavior. What are they doing? In the case of a business, not doing themselves any PR or Google review favors! You've got to hear this.

The key to amazing customer service is... - Episode 497 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

The key to amazing customer service is... - Episode 497 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

A few weeks ago, Jeremy Bradley talked about customer service nightmares. (It's almost become a yearly tradition on this show.) But, in his latest rant, he spoke from the perspective of a business owner and what bad customers can do to a company. Following up on the negative, JB has advice for entrepreneurs to insist on a positive "customer experience" that involves rapport, engagement and a lot of silliness. He says being way too serious and too corporate is bad for your brand.

Parents: who's in charge? You or your kids? - Episode 496 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

Parents: who's in charge? You or your kids? - Episode 496 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

They say that cellphones are raising kids nowadays but are they also babysitting parents? Jeremy Bradley talks about the growing concern about parents ignoring their kids so that they can pay attention to their mobile device. JB shares observations from restaurants and shopping malls where kids are desperately trying to get a parent's attention, only to have mom or dad zeroed in on their mobile device -- and nothing else. (It'll be interesting when the tables are turned and the kid is old enough to have a phone and start ignoring the parent, right?) Later, JB shares a story about watching one family where the kids were in control even though mom and dad thought they had the upper hand.

An open letter from small-business owners - Episode 495 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

An open letter from small-business owners - Episode 495 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

As a business owner, Jeremy Bradley oversees multiple teams from radio and newspaper production to book publishing to e-commerce platforms. With more and more people starting their own companies, be it for extra income or as their sole job, JB shares some nightmare stories about dealing with lying customers. He reveals some shocking details about the lengths his companies go to protect their reputation and their bottom line. And sometimes it involves criminal charges.

Airing dirty (family) laundry - Episode 494 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

Airing dirty (family) laundry - Episode 494 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

Every family has drama and whispers -- sometimes it's cutthroat, sometimes it's innocent gossiping. This week, Jeremy Bradley shares details about a recent health diagnosis from his parents while outlining why the shocking news isn't affecting him as people might think. What could potentially be a death sentence for both parents has JB shrugging his shoulders. Why is he reacting that way? JB reveals details about a strained relationship that few people know about. Later, JB talks about a relative who's making questionable romantic and life choices. It, too, has family members chattering from the sidelines. But the big question: If you're not close with the relative, should you keep your lips zipped and not offer opinion? JB explains later in the show.

Another year older, another uneventful birthday - Episode 493 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

Another year older, another uneventful birthday - Episode 493 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

It's OK to not make a big deal about your birthday. That's certainly how Jeremy Bradley goes through life. He turns 42 this week and has no intention of having a big hurrah to celebrate. In fact, he prefers not having any attention from people. But why is that? JB explains the reason for keeping low-key birthdays on his wish list. On the flip side, he talks about the annoyance of people who believe that their birthday entitles them to a day of princess treatment simply because, well, they happened to be born on a certain day of the year. Is he bitter? Listen and find out.

5 celeb deaths and an attempted assassination... in less than 1 week - Episode 492 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

5 celeb deaths and an attempted assassination... in less than 1 week - Episode 492 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

Dr. Ruth, Richard Simmons, Shannen Doherty, an attempted assassination, Bob Newhart, Lou Dobbs -- what a week in the celebrity world. Jeremy Bradley talks about his memories of Dr. Ruth Westheimer when she was a guest on his Valentine's Day episode on syndicated radio and why he thought she might get him cancelled. JB also talks about meeting Richard Simmons and what it was like when he surprised people in a cafeteria. Later, JB talks about the interactions he's had with Republican National Convention performers, Lee Greenwood and Hulk Hogan. Can you believe so much happened in less than one week?

MORE Customer service ain't what it used to be - Episode 491 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

MORE Customer service ain't what it used to be - Episode 491 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

Sounding like a broken record, Jeremy Bradley repeats his belief that "customer service ain't what it used to be." To prove his fact -- and practically laugh at the ridiculousness of the newly rebranded "customer experience" when it's anything but -- JB talks about how businesses that he once enjoyed frequenting are now on his blacklist. Later, he discusses his belief that customer service should be kicked up a notch when someone is working in your home and/or on your property. Or, is customer service customer service no matter where it happens?

Patriotism while a country is in limbo - Episode 490 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

Patriotism while a country is in limbo - Episode 490 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

Canada Day and Independence Day happened this week and it's a tale of two countries and their respective patriotism. Jeremy Bradley, a Canadian, shares his observations about how the nations celebrate birthdays and, well, everything. Plus, he chimes in on the U.S. presidential debate that the world is still talking about one week later. There are distinct differences in the way voters view politics in both countries. JB outlines has Canadian perspective. Later, JB offers his thoughts on the Donald Trump-fronted Truth Social platform.

The anti-technology episode v2.0 - Episode 489 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

The anti-technology episode v2.0 - Episode 489 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

Another walk down memory lane for the old folks! Jeremy Bradley responds to conversations with listeners about last week's episode. For people growing up in the 1990s and 2000s, there are distinct -- and perhaps fond -- memories of technology. Everything from dial-up internet and the struggles to get quick access to porn, to giant cellphones that needed a fanny pack to be carried properly. (They sure as hell weren't fitting in your pocket!) JB continues his discussion about an era that's not forgotten by a certain generation.

The anti-technology episode - Episode 488 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

The anti-technology episode - Episode 488 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

If you're in your 30s, 40s or 50s, you'll relate to this episode! Jeremy Bradley talks about being a computer owner back in the 1990s and early 2000s. The systems were minimal and basic, and, you know what, they were perfectly fine! JB has a laugh talking about his family's 256 MB computer and having to uninstall programs just to free up space to use a scanner they got for Christmas. Plus, the era of dial-up internet -- with the AOL CDs and the squealing phone lines and the virus fears, JB reflects on how slow everything was back then. Could you tolerate that today? Probably not. Later, he talks about how many VCRs he went through as an avid TV watcher and the pain of finding two minutes of a video clip on the six-hour tape.

Is it classy or trashy to talk about your money? - Episode 487 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

Is it classy or trashy to talk about your money? - Episode 487 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

It seems like everyone is complaining about money nowadays: how little they make at their jobs, how expensive groceries are, how unaffordable housing is. So, is it a little classless to talk about how much money you make -- as in having a great income? Jeremy Bradley talks about how growing up he and his brothers never dared ask their parents -- or any adult -- how much money they made. It seems commonplace, however, to openly discuss salaries with friends and even co-workers. But, JB wonders if "influencers" flashing up screenshots of their alleged earnings from social media are meant to inspire people or make them jealous.

Think about death before it's too late - Episode 486 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

Think about death before it's too late - Episode 486 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

People often avoid thinking about death because it's seen as a distant event that there will plenty of time to worry about later. Jeremy Bradley talks about coincidental conversations he's had with friends about "the end." He shares how friends have recently experienced death in their respective families and how each situation posed logistical and emotional complications. From those chats, JB said it led to deeper discussion -- and thought -- about their own deaths because oftentimes people start to look at their own life after they've been affected by someone's passing.

Enough pandering and profiting off Pride - Episode 485 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

Enough pandering and profiting off Pride - Episode 485 - The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

The world is still reacting to the Donald Trump hush-money verdict. Jeremy Bradley shares his thoughts as an "outsider" (Canadian) while the world watched on. JB talks about how everything related to American politics is a spectacle and why he thought there would be riots and burning buildings across the U.S. on Thursday night. Later, Pride month is about to kick off and JB shares his opinion about big corporations profiting off the LGBTQ community. He also talks about how it used to be the GLB community, then LGB community, then LGBT community, then LGBTQ community -- and now several other variations to include numbers and characters. Is the changing meaning of "Pride" a good thing or has its original message been lost? (Remember a few years ago when New York City's Pride parade didn't even have a gay man as a marshal but every other diversity box was checked?)