Serious Butt Funny
Manon Mathews and Jonny Carlson discuss the Serious & Funny parts of their lives. They dive into intellectual conversations and Improv ridiculous scenarios. This podcast is alive to inspire you to laugh and explore new perspectives.
Thu, October 31, 2024
49. MANON SOLO
Manon goes SOLO! Wow spooky, is Jonny okay? Will we ever know? Enjoy your one on one session with Manon as she brings you some Halloweeny vibes. We love ya!
S1 E48 · Sat, June 01, 2024
48. Angry Manon Is Fun
Let's be real, this one is ONE BIG VENT. Manon & Jonny talk about how every baby, our baby, your baby, the baby next door, will all find a way to ruin at least one of your days. Whatever, we're grumpy new parents and we're okay with that. Thanks for listening and don't forget to share this so we can grow the pod together.
S1 E47 · Thu, May 16, 2024
47. God?
We start this one off with a bashing of Jonny from River... typical Thursday. Then we get into some interesting topics. Jonny rants about Artificial Intelligence and its extreme capabilities that are upcoming in the next few weeks via OpenAI and ChatGPT. Then the duo get into God, how they interact with this God and what happens when you look to a power greater than yourself. This one gets a 6/10 for seriousness. We love ya'll for tuning in. Share this one with a friend!! Love, Manon Mathews & Jonny Carlson
S1 E46 · Wed, May 08, 2024
46. Freedom Is a State Of Mind
Well... Russell busts out a flamethrower and almost broils us all in the elevator. But, other than that rough start the gang has a conversation around gamifying life (and how Manon goes too far with it), has 3 very eccentric fans pop by to ask questions, and we go full 'MERICA on Freedom. Oh, River seems to be cashing in on his new business venture with our fan Q's, as well. If you've come for the comedy, the improv, well there's also some mindset mastery and self growth to top it off. Thanks for tuning in. If ya loved it, give us a "loved it" rating on your podcast platform of choice. Until next week!
S1 E45 · Mon, April 29, 2024
45. DON'T Leave Dad Alone with the Kid
Audio pod coming in hot! We do podcasts with little River right next to us now. Cause, why not? Well, in this one we cover Jonny putting River to bed mmmm... 3 hours earlier than he should have. We get to hear about how Manon is a people pleaser and had a terrible massage but didn't say nothin'. And we hear from the myth, the boy, the legend Mr. River Carlson, himself. Welcome to the show. Thank you for tuning in. Give us a nice rating and send this to 2 friends that need a laugh.
S1 E44 · Wed, February 28, 2024
44. First Week Of Parenthood is CRAZY
This is week 1 of being parents, for M & J. Is it challenging? Of course. Is it fun? Hell yeah. In this episode Manon and Jonny tell their tale of what the first week of parenting has been like. They give some advice and share their odd takes on their new lifestyle.
S1 E43 · Wed, February 21, 2024
43. We're New PARENTS
Manon and Jonny share the birth story of their brand-spankin'- new baby. Let's just say the birth plan didn't go exactly to plan... Nonetheless, Manon walks us through her eye opening experience in the labor and delivery room. We've been MIA for a while but we're making a valiant effort to keep the Serious Butt Funny podcast going with some frequency. Please, if you enjoyed this leave a 5 star rating and subscribe to the channel. We appreciate you!
Sat, September 16, 2023
42. Baby-Moon Trip to EUROPE!!
Hey SBF fam, we're off to Europe! Paris, Rome, Tuscany, and Edinburgh to be precise. We're very excited about this baby-moon trip. Expectedly so, you should be on the look out for some fun content from another continent from us. I want to prepare you... The next episode of SBF will be shot in Europe and will be a episode you DO NOT WANT TO MISS. Cheers to a reason, a season, or a lifetime.
S1 E41 · Tue, August 29, 2023
41. Pre-Gender Reveal!
This is just a few days before we did the Gender Reveal up in NorCal with Jonny's family. Then after that we had a LA friends/fam Gender reveal!!! Reveals on reveals on reveals! We love you all for the support and love for our journey and new family member that's comin' in hot! You might have heard by now... But if not, what is your guess on the sex of the new babe?
S1 E40 · Mon, July 31, 2023
40. Yep, Manon is PREGNANT
So, we're making a baby. EXCITING... Right?! In a monumental episode 40, we talk about the lead up to our decision to make a mini Man-Onny (Manon + Jonny). Per usual we improv with some accents and get into Manon's journey through the first trimester of her pregnancy. Quite the journey so far. We'd also like to say thank you all for listening and coming along for the ride. This chapter of life is gonna be WILD! Please subscribe to the channel and turn ON POST NOTIFICATIONS so you don't miss a beat. We love ya'll - Manon & Jonny
S1 E39 · Wed, July 12, 2023
39. Are We Gonna Go To JAIL For This?
Manon STRUGGLES and I mean really struggles to realize what a bookie is. Jonny shares some of his past that maybe... he shouldn't have. And the two hooligans do some good ol' improv. Oh and Manon has stand-up comedy shows coming up! DM her for more details. We love ya'll! Thanks for tuning in, supporting, turning on post notifications, and SHARING the pod!
S1 E38 · Wed, July 05, 2023
38. Mindset Limitations & What's Possible
This one is our lead up hours before going to see the Beach Boys perform at the Hollywood Bowl with special guest John Stamos! Ya get some serious... Ya get some funny in this episode. We ANSWER some listener questions, share a secret tool of "choosing" your current emotional state, and Jonny has a epiphany that human existence is all about creation in all of it's forms 🤯. We LOVE YA'LL. Plz follow and turn on the notifications for our episodes!
S1 E37 · Wed, June 14, 2023
37. We Experienced EGO DEATH
Jonny finally catches up to Manon in his personal development progress (a little). Manon shares with us about how she feels like she's never doing enough while she actually does... a lot. And as per usual we profusely apologize for being unable to consistently keep up with SERIOUS BUTT FUNNY weekly episodes and beg for your forgiveness. We love y'all. Glad to be back in the saddle having some fun on the Podcast again 😋 ✅ Keep us going by SUBSCRIBING and turning ON NOTIFICATIONS to catch new episodes!
S1 E36 · Wed, April 12, 2023
36. Jonny Goes VIRAL(166M) & We Talk DOPAMINE
Jonny struck gold with a mega viral Instagram video. He shares what it feels like to have such success with a tricky thing like social media. Manon dives into Dopamine management, why it's important and how you probably are underestimating it this very second. This podcast slowly turns into a motivational speech so buckle your seatbelts and enjoy the ride. We love you guys. If you liked it, don't forget to share, turn on post notifications!!!!
S1 E35 · Wed, March 15, 2023
35. Jonny Slept With How Many Women!? SPECIAL GUEST: Travis Harris
Jonny spills the beans on his body count... But does it get censored or not? Manon excitedly explains the ins and outs of her new menstrual cycle fasting regiment, in regard to an educational fasting book she's LOVING. [Fast Like a Girl - Dr. Mindy Pelz] We talk about how we don't really fight enough as a couple, and then kind of get into a little fight in the episode! Travis Harris pops by for a short and unplanned guest appearance!
S1 E34 · Wed, March 08, 2023
34. We Tried a 7 Day Cruise
What an episode... We share about our cruise experience, being walked in on during sexy time, STUFFING our faces until we started getting into sugar bred arguments, and MUCH more. Manon finally expresses herself with some of her anger and it's fun to see! Thanks for listening SBF lovers! Make sure to follow and turn on notifications as we keep this ship sailing (pun intended).
Wed, January 11, 2023
33. Manon & Jonny Separated
In Ep 33 We try something new. RELAX, we're not romantically separated, just physically at the moment. Our first remote podcast (where we are away from each other recording at the same time). We talk about being on your purpose. We both share some vulnerable information about Jonny's high and Manon's low. I rate this episode a 8/10. What do you rate it? Give us your lovely review AND MAKE IT 5 STARS :)
S1 E32 · Sun, January 08, 2023
32. Manon Kisses Celebs
We bring in the new year with some celeb kiss and tell... Or at least the kiss and tell we would hypothetically have if we went on these dates. We find out that Manon is gayer than she previously had known and Jonny creates a whole segment just to imagine Manon hooking up with other hot celebs (typical). Thanks for listening to Serious Butt Funny
S1 E31 · Wed, December 28, 2022
31. Jonny’s Birthday
This is a birthday edition traveling Pod! We talk Jonny & his celebration. We cover New Year’s resolutions & lowering expectations. Love y’all don’t forget to turn on Post Notifications.
S1 E30 · Wed, December 21, 2022
30. The Cube Test
WE'RE BACK! And we're sorry for the long wait. Jonny celebrates his exciting month of December and how impactful it's been for him. Manon reveals her personality via the CUBE PERSONALITY TEST. If you guys wanna try it, google "Cube personality Test" and do it on your own. Spoiler ALERT: We go through it on this podcast. We love ya and thanks for listening! Don't forget to TURN ON Notifications.
S1 E29 · Thu, November 17, 2022
29. Now You See Me Now I'm Dead
In this Mini-sode we jibber jabber about having emotional masks to protect ourselves from the outside world. Jonny talks about how he grew up hiding behind their shield of armor and how nice it is to let them down. Manon challenges us to a 21 day challenge of cutting out the stuff that is getting in your way. Thanks for listening to this short one. Turn on notifications and please do give us that 5 Star rating you lovely thang!
S1 E28 · Wed, November 09, 2022
28. Tips To A Healthier Relationship
Another Retrograde er whatever here to ruin our lives, according to Manon. In this episode we get into our best practices for keeping our relationship healthy. Jonny nerds out on Quantum Physics (or at least as far as he can comprehend it), and Manon tells us why couples therapy is a great place for learning new tools. Support us by dropping a 5 star rating on whichever platform you're listening from. As always, we love you, and thanks for listening.
S1 E27 · Wed, November 02, 2022
27. The Hispanic Cowboy Podcast
We do improv, shoot the shit, talk about our parents, and do some improv about ice cream and Hispanic Cowboy/Cowgirl. This one is a little all over the place and ya know what? That's just fine. Thanks for listening ya'll and don't forget to hit us with that 5 Staaaaaaaaar review.
S1 E26 · Wed, October 26, 2022
26. Our FIRST Guest: Jordan James Smith
Today's guest is Jordan James Smith! We finally have a guest on. Jesus, took long enough right? You might recognize him from his National Jim Beam Commercial. Or from his appearances on the shows: Bones, New Girl. Or even from one of his many movie roles. We ask Jordan all kinds of questions, and Jonny comes prepared with a list of HARD HITTING interview Q's. Jordan sheds some light on how he started booking auditions left and right, His painful loss of his "first love" Sandy the blow up doll... Dolphin*, a little about his acceptance and fear of Aliens, and some talk about organic food. You can find Jordan James Smith on Instagram: @Jordanjamessmith & likely on a tv near you. If you liked it PLEASE hit us with a 5 star review!
S1 E25 · Wed, October 19, 2022
25. Manon & Jonny's Love Story
IF YOU LIKE THE PODCAST, HIT US WITH THAT 5 STAR REVIEW! It helps keep the podcast alive and kicking. We get wild in this episode. Let the reigns go and just ran like a stallion with the wind at its back. We answer YOUR questions that were sent in! Manon takes no breaks ripping into Jonny for his tactics of "fake it 'till you make it." And of course, we do some improv, which Manon whole heartedly dislikes on our first attempt. So we redo it, and yes, I agree it got much better. This is a steamy episode. I'm sensing some sexual tension in the air.
Wed, October 12, 2022
24. Manon Shares her SECRET
Biggest take-away... Manon is no smooth segue'er. Nonetheless, we have some fun talking about some big moments in each of our pasts. You get a taste of speed dating IMPROV and Manon shares her SECRET about keeping her body and spirit aligned. We love ya'll thanks for tuning in. If ya like the podcast, share it with a friend, why not? That sounds fun, right? Sounds good to me.
S1 E23 · Wed, October 05, 2022
23. Are We Narcissists?
Manon has a DARK and moody morning coming into this podcast. She shakes it off with some sharing then we get into how we agree that we're narcissists to some degree. We all are a little, right? We give our take on being open and sharing your heart with the people in your life and whether or not they'll receive it or not. Basically, you just do you, and let everyone respond how they respond. Thanks for listening and watching !!!!
S1 E22 · Wed, September 21, 2022
22. Highs & Lows
Manon and Jonny went to Six Flags Magic Mountain... and Manon started her period mid ride. Awesome, in this episode we get into a lotta Serious and very little Funny. We cover making changes in your life by cutting out what you no longer want; Jonny having epiphanies about recalibrating your norm based on what you let your highs and lows be, and we keep it real and admit that we need to grow the podcast to be able to keep going with it weekly. Thank you for listening. If our podcast means anything to you sharing, subscribing, and reviewing it will keep us going.
S1 E21 · Wed, September 14, 2022
21. Jigglypuff & Motivation
In this one we cover a lot of ground. manifesting the life you want, looking at yourself to find your "god given" talent. We talk about what body part Manon named Jigglypuff and how embarrassed Jonny was to hear her say it out loud. We are going to be sharing your reviews, so if you haven't yet give us a rating (cause it obviously helps us keep the podcast going) and we'll make it fun by sharing a bunch of them! Thanks for listening. If you enjoyed this episode TURN ON Post notifications. Love ya'll!
S1 E20 · Wed, September 07, 2022
20. New York City
Manon & Jonny talk about NYC: Food, Wedding, Coffee, PIZZA & Manon’s hair disaster.
S1 E19 · Wed, August 31, 2022
19. Risking Your Relationships
Jonny and Manon are about to fly to New York City, it's Jonny's first time! Manon shares a passionate dream she has of her super crush Ewan McGregor. We talk about risking the relationship to be on the same page with your partner (works the same for your friends and family). This episode is the shortest of them all! Make sure you TURN ON episode notifications. We love ya'll thanks for tuning in.
S1 E18 · Wed, August 24, 2022
18. Manon Peed On The Beach
Manon talks about friends that celebrate you and support one another with a beach poopie pee-pee story. Jonny shares his love for mystery and shows/movies like The OA, I-origins that inspire him. Manon blushes after Jonny tells her how much of a babe she is. We shout out a couple of friends then continue to be the weirdos we are in this wonderfully odd episode. Leave a REVIEW and turn ON NOTIFICATIONS for our weekly Wednesday podcast! We love ya'll thanks for listening (and watching).
S1 E17 · Wed, August 17, 2022
17. Jonny Cries
First Video Podcast!! In this one Manon talks about what makes a healthy friendship & what doesn't. Jonny shares some of his friendship tales before he does an impression of Manon's 15 minute Hangry (Hunger-Anger) window. Then things get real serious as Jonny shares about his beloved grandmother and how her condition of Alzheimer's affects him. Thank you for listening, and if you're reading this... Please give us a RATING, SUBSCRIBE, and turn on NOTIFICATIONS. It really helps us as we build this podcast.
S1 E16 · Wed, August 10, 2022
16. Blackmail & Nicknames
In this one we go all over the place. From talking about your "why" to childhood hairiness, how our nicknames for each other have evolved, to our trip to NEW YORK (we're very excited about it). Oh and our Mrs. Caldwell Animation, we love that idea. And of course Manon talks about the Bachelorette, cause she's obsessed. Thanks for tuning in and don't forget to shoot a RATING, SUBSCRIBE, and turn those NOTIFICATIONS on! Catch us on Spotify first and foremost... and any other platform you like.
S1 E15 · Wed, August 03, 2022
15. Celebrity Hall Passes
Jonny calls out Manon for her long Hall Pass list. The duo talk about keeping it real in your relationship. Then we laugh at a friend for her antics at Moulin Rouge the Play.
S1 E14 · Wed, July 27, 2022
14. Manon Explains Female Anatomy to Jonny
Manon explains menstrual cycles as seasons... Jonny asks questions for all men about periods... Manon does stand up again! All that and more in this episode.
S1 E13 · Wed, July 20, 2022
13. We're BACK baby!
Manon & Jonny make their return to the podcast and boy oh boy, do they have a lot to catch you up on. We're honestly very excited to be back. Thank you for your patience with our very long absence. We love you for all of your support, we do this for you (and cause it's fun).
S1 E12 · Wed, October 21, 2020
12. Is It OVER?
Manon and Jonny shed a tear as Season 1 comes to a close. They cherish the moments they had together (oh and with Russell). Thank you all for coming on this journey with us and supporting us being open and real with you. Season 2 fundraising campaign will start soon so we can add video to Season 2!!!
S1 E11 · Wed, October 14, 2020
11. Are You Ready For Halloween?
Manon and Jonny talk upcoming Holidays. Jonny then bullies Manon for you, the people. We get a little fun improv before moving on to the prank call on Manon's dad. OH, and we talk about stress regarding moving.
S1 E10 · Wed, October 07, 2020
10. Does Jonny Love Manon?
Manon and Jonny talk about the show Friends... Cause Manon's obsessed. Then we get a little improv before the two cover their life learnings and how they might make courses on it.
S1 E9 · Wed, September 30, 2020
9. Did Jonny Wet the Bed?
Manon and Jonny talk about the importance of listening to lyrics, Jonny talks about wetting the bed as an adult, and then they talk about exciting season 2 updates! If you'd like to support us to continue into season 2: Venmo: @manonmathews
S1 E8 · Wed, September 23, 2020
8 Are We Lying To Ourselves?
Manon and Jonny get into some really important stuff about the stories and LIES we tell ourselves. Jonny then has a little break-through as Manon guides an NLP session for the listeners. Oh and Jonny goes off the rails with his theories about different dimensions and the world being a simulation.
S1 E7 · Wed, September 16, 2020
7. Did Manon Take Steroids?
Manon and Jonny chat with Russell, then they have a go at an improv game. Which Jonny fails miserably at, yikes.. Then the duo end on a pretty SERIOUS note.
S1 E6 · Wed, September 09, 2020
6. How Patient Are You?
Manon and Russell (The Puppy).... Wait where's Jonny? Anyway, they cover patience, morning routines, gyms, oh and Jonny's butt... Again.
S1 E5 · Wed, September 02, 2020
5. Does Manon Like Decaf?
Manon and Jonny share some stories about family. They may make you laugh, or you might cringe. Oh and Manon gets mad at Jonny for giving her decaf.... Cause she's addicted to caffeine.
S1 E4 · Wed, August 26, 2020
4. Are You Ready to Cry?
Manon leans toward the Serious side while Jonny sits back and listens to the drama unfold. This one's a sad one folks.... But there's light at the end of the tunnel.
S1 E3 · Wed, August 19, 2020
3. Want to Hear a Fairy Tale?
Manon and Jonny dive into the very real and very true story of Manon's previous relationship. Jonny follows suit and reveals details of his last romantic relationship.
S1 E2 · Wed, August 12, 2020
2. Are We Wearing Masks?
Manon and Jonny crack into metaphorical and literal mask wearing. A lot more happens in the episode, but thats a decent summary.
S1 E1 · Wed, August 05, 2020
1. Who Are We Even?
Manon and Jonny get their feet wet with their first ever podcast together! What else is there to do during a pandemic? Divine timing for the win! Make sure to grab a copy of Manon's book: "Funny How It Works Out" available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble website. Follow us on Instagram for more fun: @Seriousbuttfunny
Trailer · Fri, July 10, 2020
Welcome to Serious Butt Funny!
Manon Mathews and Jonny Carlson bring you some laughs with improv and then break it down and get real with some spirituality.
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