Join Mike Valdes as he welcomes cosplayer and streamer April Gloria to Childlike At Best, the podcast that celebrates the wonder and joy of childhood. April talks about growing up as a Christian kid in New Jersey, how gaming inspired her to pursue cosplay, and how she became an internet sensation for her uncanny resemblance to Taylor Swift. They also taste-test Kellogg’s “It’s a Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown!” cereal and geek out over Taylor’s latest releases. All you Swifties out there, this episode’s for you! 💜🎧
Are you a fan of Taylor Swift or cosplay? Let us know in the comments below and join the conversation. Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share this podcast with your friends. Thanks for listening and stay childlike at best. 😊👍🏼
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CEREAL REVIEW: Kellogg's - It's A Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown! cereal
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Join us for a heartwarming chat on this episode of "Childlike at Best with Mike Valdes". Comedian Spencer Bland joins Mike to discuss his South Carolina Christian roots, his NYC comedy comeback, and an unexpected Tony the Tiger encounter. And don't miss their cereal deep dive into Kellogg's Zucaritas cereal. Join in for laughs, nostalgia, and a sprinkle of childlike joy! 🥣😂

🎉 Let's make some noise and pour a bowl of laughter together! 🥣🤣 Drop your thoughts, spicy takes, and your own tales of childhood antics in the comments section below!

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CEREAL REVIEW: Kellogg's Zurcaritas cereal

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🎙️ Dive into a pool of childlike wonder as Mike Valdes invites the legendary K.P. Anderson to the latest episode of "Childlike at Best"! K.P. Anderson is a comedian, showrunner, and Emmy Award-winning producer/writer behind hit shows such as “The Soup" with Joel McHale and “Last Comic Standing.” Join us as we paddle through the nostalgic waters of growing up in Minnesota and discover how a debate class sparked K.P.'s journey to comedy stardom. From "The Wayne Brady Show" to "Norm MacDonald Has A Show," we'll explore the laughter-packed adventures along the way. But the real question is, can you pitch a cereal idea that's as catchy as Baby Shark? We're diving into "Baby Shark Tank" with K.P. Anderson, so get ready for a fintastic time! 🦈👶💰
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CEREAL REVIEW: Kellogg's Baby Shark cereal

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On this episode of Childlike at Best, Mike Valdes is joined by comedian, actress, and cereal connoisseur Gina Brillon! Gina is a hilarious and insightful performer who has been featured on America's Got Talent, Kevin Can Wait, and Gabriel Iglesias' Fluffy Breaks Even. 🤩 She's also a huge fan of cinema and cereal, so Mike and Gina have a lot to talk about. In this episode, Gina discusses her love of movies, directors who know how to set a vibe🎬, and her becoming a reading prodigy at the age of 3 thanks to PBS! 🤯📚📺 But that's not all! We'll dive into the best childhood snacks, debate the ultimate movie theater treats🍿, and even review Pandora Flakes! 🥣
If you're a fan of comedy, movies, or cereal, then you won't want to miss this episode!

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Comedy Special >> Gina Brillon: The Floor Is Lava
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CEREAL REVIEW: Snoop Cereal - Fruity Hoopz with Marshmallows

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🚀 Ready to space out and have a blast? On this week’s episode of “Childlike At Best with Mike Valdes,” Comedian Austin Kress, aka the legendary Stoney McBlaze, 🤣 stops by to turn it up with Mike. If you don’t know who Stoney McBlaze is, where have you been!? With over 2 million 🤯 followers on TikTok, Austin’s Stoney McBlaze character is best known for his commentary on ski/snowboarding clips – usually while toasted (in case the name didn’t give it away 🤣). Mike and Austin dive deep into the Stoney saga, including his wild broadcasting gig at the X Games 🏂, the origin story of Stoney himself, and a childhood that's nothing short of wild (it's not what you'd expect). Whether you're toking or not, grab your munchies because this episode is gonna be lit 🧨.

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CEREAL REVIEW: Kellogg's - Little Debbie's: Cosmic Brownies cereal

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Prepare for divine intervention...and cereal! In this chuckle-inducing episode of "Childlike at Best with Mike Valdes," Mike sits down with Casey Greseth of the Growing Up Christian podcast. They dive into the evangelical rabbit hole, dish out fun conspiracy theories, and serve up a side of awkwardness that'll have you thanking the heavens for puberty. 🙌

Mike also shares one of the most facepalm-worthy stories of his life. Grab your Bibles and your cereal spoons, folks! This is one confessional you don't want to miss. 🥄

Ready to confess your own cringy church camp stories or cereal loves? Hit that comment section like you're smashing the tambourine at youth group! And hey, if you're feeling blessed by this episode, give us a heavenly 'Amen' by sharing it with your congregation of friends! 🙏😂

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Growing up Christian Podcast
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CEREAL REVIEW: Kellogg's - Wendy's Frosty cereal

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🎙️🍿 Hey nostalgia lovers! This week on "Childlike at Best with Mike Valdes," we're diving into the world of scholastic splendors and lunchtime luxuries with comedian and actress Brittany Brave. 🎤💫

Remember when the Scholastic Book Fair was the Coachella of elementary school? 📚🎡 Brittany sure does! We talk about how 'Goosebumps' and 'Captain Underpants' made us feel like high rollers, and why some snacks (lookin' at you, Gushers and Cheez-Its) were basically playground bitcoin. 💰🍬

Oh, and let's not forget the CEREAL REVIEW! This time, we're munching on OffLimits - SPARK Strawberry cereal. 🍓🥣 Will it light up our taste buds or leave us in the dark?

This episode is jam-packed with laughs, memories, and a debate on whether menstrual products should be cereal prizes. 🎁😂 Tune in and let's get this nostalgic gabfest started!


Ready to relive your glory days of 'Goosebumps' and Gushers? 👀📚 Comment below with your favorite scholastic book or cafeteria snack, and let's keep the nostalgia train rolling! 🚂💭

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Website https://brittanybrave.live/
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CEREAL REVIEW: OffLimits - SPARK Strawberry cereal

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Get ready to snack on some serious nostalgia! 🍬🎤 In this scrumptious episode of "Childlike at Best with Mike Valdes," Mike is joined by the hilarious and talented JP Lambiase, known to millions as the comedic culinary genius behind HellthyJunkFood. 🍔😂

Growing up as an adopted kid with a dream of making people laugh, JP turned his childhood allowance into a candy empire and eventually grew his passion for cooking and comedy into a YouTube channel with over 3 million subscribers. 🎥🍟

From creating oversized versions of favorite foods to battling it out in recipe challenges, HellthyJunkFood offers a mouth-watering mix of comedy cooking satire for the 21st Century. Whether it's learning food science, discovering exciting restaurants, or taking on bizarre culinary adventures, JP's channel is a unique blend of humor and creativity.

Mike and JP dive into a delightful conversation about everything from being a "candy entrepreneur" to the evolution of HellthyJunkFood. They also put their taste buds to the test with a review of General Mills' IHOP Blueberry Pancakes cereal. 🥞😋

So grab a snack, kick back, and join them on this delicious journey, exploring the world of HellthyJunkFood, where cooking meets comedy, and junk food never tasted so good! 🍩🍕

If you enjoy the show, hit that subscribe button, give us a thumbs up. And let us know your favorite part of the episode in the comments. Join our comedy community and be part of the fun! 🎉🎉🎉

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HellthyJunkFood on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HJF
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Website: https://beacons.ai/jpcomedy
JP’s Comedy Special!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y_JX6V2wluE

CEREAL REVIEW
General Mills - IHOP Blueberry Pancakes Cereal

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