This week we are joined by Jeff Simmermon. Jeff is a storyteller, standup comic, and the producer/performer. He has won multiple Moth StorySLAMS and his stories have appeared on This American Life and The Moth's podcast! He has released two comedy albums, “Why You Should Be Happy”& “And I am Not Lying”, and hosts The Reluctant Phoenix podcast! Make sure to check him out!In this episode we discuss growing up in Virginia, reading James Bond books, being into Punk Rock before it was popular, starting a band, getting stage time, and so much more! You don’t want to miss our discussion about how Jeff used to play in a band with actual chickens and the time he met Al Sharpton. Give this episode a listen!Recommendations From The Episode: Kid 90 - on HuluOutlawed by Anna NorthFollow Jeff: @jeff.simmermonFollow Carly: @carlyjmontagFollow Emily: @thefunnywalshFollow the podcast: @aloneatlunchpodEmail us! Aloneatlunch@gmail.com**LEAVE US A RATING AND REVIEW** Please :) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.