Comedy & Chaos: Navigating the Vetaverse

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02/26/25 • 64 min

Welcome to 2025 with Burso, Sam Wride & Jarryd Goundrey

The boys are back with the first podcast of 2025, kicking off the year with absolute chaos. Burso, Sam Wride, and Jarryd Goundrey dive into everything from medieval combat to the realities of being an online content creator and comedian. This episode is packed with unfiltered banter, deep dives into niche interests, and some unexpectedly insightful moments.

What's in This Ep:

1. The Worst Intro in Podcast History

Sam kicks things off with an absolutely shambolic start, and Burso calls it out immediately.
A sidetrack into Danny Zuko impressions and live-streaming chaos.

2. Vetaverse, The Veteran’s Avengers?

Jarryd talks about building the Vetaverse, a community for veterans.
Nick Fury comparisons and Thanos-level back injuries.

3. Warhammer, Dungeons & Dragons, and Other Nerdy Pursuits

Sam confesses his love for D&D and Warhammer.
Burso and Jarryd question if D&D is actually cool or just “closet nerd” material.
A deep-dive into the autism market of train set collectors.

4. The Reality of Being a Content Creator & Comedian

Jarryd reflects on growing his following from 12K to 30K and how engagement matters more than numbers.
The ups and downs of social media, burnout, and weirdos in the DMs.
Stand-up comedy horror stories, including bombing in front of exhausted firefighters post-bushfires.

5. Forces Entertainment: Overseas Gigs & Military Comedy

Jarryd lands a dream gig performing for troops overseas.
The challenges of getting clearance, military secrecy, and avoiding potential cancellations.
Tales of musicians trying to smuggle weed into the UAE.

6. The Wildest Tangents Ever

What it would actually be like to be a medieval knight in a real battle.
A deep dive into whether jesters were highly paid entertainers or just medieval hype men.
Random discussions about Osama Bin Laden’s lawyer also defending P. Diddy (fact-check?).

7. Comedy, Growth, and the Future

Jarryd’s plans for Adelaide Fringe, Melbourne Comedy Festival, and eventually heading to America.
The financial reality of scaling up in comedy ($40K for a special?!).
The art of making scripted comedy feel natural and improvising with the audience.
The best (and worst) heckles Jarryd has faced, including being fat-shamed by an even fatter audience member.

Final Takeaways:

Follow your passion, whether it's comedy, content creation, or medieval combat.
Don’t get blood drunk unless you’re ready to face the consequences.
If you ever find yourself in a comedy show, please don’t try to help the comedian.

🎧 Listen Now: Whether you're into comedy, veteran stories, or just want to hear some wild tangents, this episode has it all. Grab your Savvy, roll the dice, and tune in!

Matty Morris of https://www.zerolimitspodcast.com/ helps us out with a banger of a tune. If you want to hear about some real intense moments from Veterans and First Responders. Check out Zero Limits Podcast.

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Welcome to 2025 with Burso, Sam Wride & Jarryd Goundrey

What's in This Ep:

1. The Worst Intro in Podcast History

Sam kicks things off with an absolutely shambolic start, and Burso calls it out immediately.
A sidetrack into Danny Zuko impressions and live-streaming chaos.

2. Vetaverse, The Veteran’s Avengers?

Jarryd talks about building the Vetaverse, a community for veterans.
Nick Fury comparisons and Thanos-level back injuries.

3. Warhammer, Dungeons & Dragons, and Other Nerdy Pursuits

Sam confesses his love for D&D and Warhammer.
Burso and Jarryd question if D&D is actually cool or just “closet nerd” material.
A deep-dive into the autism market of train set collectors.

4. The Reality of Being a Content Creator & Comedian

Jarryd reflects on growing his following from 12K to 30K and how engagement matters more than numbers.
The ups and downs of social media, burnout, and weirdos in the DMs.
Stand-up comedy horror stories, including bombing in front of exhausted firefighters post-bushfires.

5. Forces Entertainment: Overseas Gigs & Military Comedy

Jarryd lands a dream gig performing for troops overseas.
The challenges of getting clearance, military secrecy, and avoiding potential cancellations.
Tales of musicians trying to smuggle weed into the UAE.

6. The Wildest Tangents Ever

What it would actually be like to be a medieval knight in a real battle.
A deep dive into whether jesters were highly paid entertainers or just medieval hype men.
Random discussions about Osama Bin Laden’s lawyer also defending P. Diddy (fact-check?).

7. Comedy, Growth, and the Future

Jarryd’s plans for Adelaide Fringe, Melbourne Comedy Festival, and eventually heading to America.
The financial reality of scaling up in comedy ($40K for a special?!).
The art of making scripted comedy feel natural and improvising with the audience.
The best (and worst) heckles Jarryd has faced, including being fat-shamed by an even fatter audience member.

Final Takeaways:

Follow your passion, whether it's comedy, content creation, or medieval combat.
Don’t get blood drunk unless you’re ready to face the consequences.
If you ever find yourself in a comedy show, please don’t try to help the comedian.

🎧 Listen Now: Whether you're into comedy, veteran stories, or just want to hear some wild tangents, this episode has it all. Grab your Savvy, roll the dice, and tune in!

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Previous Episode

Creative Dreams and Christmas Schemes, The end of Season One, looking forward for Season Two.

In this lively Christmas-themed episode, the gang – Burso, Fitzy, and Nick Wise – weave through holiday banter, reflections on achievements, and plans for the year ahead. With their trademark humor and camaraderie, they take listeners on a meandering journey filled with anecdotes, jokes, and surprising insights.

What Questions Will This Episode Answer?

Can humorous banter carry a podcast?
How do veterans and everyday Aussies celebrate Christmas in unique ways?
Why does the crew believe in staying active and adventurous no matter your age?
What’s next for the Imposter Podcast and the broader "Vetaverse"?

Anecdotes to Enjoy

Christmas Crack Chaos:
Fitzy shares his culinary venture of making “Christmas crack,” a simple yet addictive caramelized chocolate treat. Amidst jokes about it sounding like a Walter White experiment, the team riffs on the hilarity of homemade traditions gone wrong.
Nick Wise’s Running Challenge:
The team playfully bullies Nick into considering another ultra-marathon, teasing him about his hesitations and challenging his resolve. Fitzy recalls his own ultramarathon experience, describing how he casually yawned mid-run – not out of exhaustion, but boredom!
The Yu Yangs Election:
In a tongue-in-cheek nod to local pride, Burso crowns himself “Mr. Yu Yangs” after participating in a community election. The crew riffs on the absurdity of claiming such a title, jokingly comparing it to medieval knighthood.
Podcasting Adventures:
The group reflects on their podcast journey, sharing milestones like hitting 15,000 downloads and recalling how early episodes felt chaotic. Nick Wise’s contribution is praised for adding unexpected depth, with Burso humorously admitting to tapping out during marathon recording sessions.
Aged Adventure Philosophy:
A recurring theme is the crew’s disdain for people who claim they’re “too old” for activities. Whether it’s late-night one-wheeling in the Yu Yangs or brainstorming triathlons, they emphasize that life is about trying new things – no matter your age or circumstances.

Catchy Questions Left Hanging

Is there such a thing as being too old for adventure?
Will the Imposter Podcast finally get consistent with releases?
What’s next for the Vetaverse, and who will join its ranks?

Key Themes to Look Forward To

Hilarious banter: From mocking Nick’s running aspirations to playful Christmas jokes.
The power of community: How collaborating with fellow podcasters and veterans fosters growth.
Embracing the absurd: The joy of making big plans, even when they seem improbable.
Looking ahead: Plans for a dedicated podcast studio, more guest features, and exciting real-world events.

Whether you’re driving to Christmas lunch or reminiscing about past adventures, this episode provides a hearty mix of laughs, inspiration, and a glimpse into the quirky camaraderie of the Imposter Podcast team.

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Next Episode

Old Dog, New Tricks: How to Survive Being the Campus Grandpa

In this hilarious and heartfelt episode, Burso sits down with his mate Fitzy — a former Blackhawk mechanic turned first-year Marine Science student at Deakin University. At nearly 45 years old, Fitzy is navigating a new world of lectures, labs, and lingering imposter syndrome while surrounded by classmates half his age.

Fitzy shares the unorthodox path that led him to university. Unlike most fresh-faced students who arrive straight from Year 12 with an ATAR, Fitzy had to apply via a written submission, leveraging his Defence experience and mechanical training. “I didn’t finish high school,” he says. “I had to show them I could still learn — promise I’d study and not just talk about octopuses the whole time.”

The episode answers questions many older listeners might be quietly wondering:

Am I too old to go to uni?
What’s it really like studying alongside 18-year-olds?
How does a veteran even get accepted without an ATAR?
Can life experience give you an edge in academic or fieldwork?
How do you even use a microscope if you’ve never touched one before?

Between the laughs, there are moments of real vulnerability. Fitzy admits he’s overwhelmed at times — especially in content-heavy subjects like biology and chemistry — but he’s determined. He talks about using YouTube channels like The Amoeba Sisters to simplify concepts, and relying on note-taking strategies like pausing recorded lectures to catch up. “Every word they say feels like a new language,” he says, “but it’s fascinating stuff.”

There are plenty of anecdotes to enjoy, from Fitzy waiting awkwardly to be assigned a group because he felt too old to add himself, to him realizing half his classmates didn’t know how to use email. He even jokes about being the creepy old guy sitting alone in class — to which Burso quips, “That makes you more of a creep, Fitzy, if you sit there saying nothing!”

One highlight? Fitzy’s snorkelling field trip in Queenscliff, where he observed sponges and seals for the first time. “Some of the students had never even snorkelled before,” he says. “I was like, finally, something I can do!”

Burso, ever the instigator, suggests that Fitzy’s moment to shine won’t come until post-uni — when his life experience, independence, and ability to “survive without partying” make him the ideal candidate for high-stakes fieldwork or research expeditions, possibly even in Antarctica.

Whether you’re a veteran thinking about a career pivot, a mature-age student, or just someone curious about what it takes to reinvent yourself, this episode delivers laughs, lessons, and loads of inspiration.

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