Drifting Off with Joe Pera

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Drifting Off With Joe Pera is an evening comedy podcast from comedian Joe Pera and composer Ryan Dann. With low-key jokes, immersive soundscapes, and relaxing phone conversations, Joe’s narration and Ryan’s sound design will help you unwind and perhaps even fall asleep.
Featuring guest composers and interviews with interesting folks.
UPDATE: Drifting Off is on hiatus while Joe is on tour but will return soon.
Produced by Grant Farsi for Chestnut Walnut.
Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/DriftingOffwithJoePera



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The Holland Patent Postal Union

Apr 04 2024 12 mins  
As you may have heard, Drifting Off is on a brief hiatus. But in the meantime, here's the first episode of Ryan's new project - the Holland Patent Postal Union. The 2nd episode is also live everywhere you get your podcasts. Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/3EVtibpTN4cNun9t0Hn3vdApple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/holland-patent-postal-union/id17

Ep. 12: Australia and its Greatest Horse ft. Cut Worms

Jan 22 2024 31 mins  
Drifting Off Live in Brooklyn, February 24th: https://wl.seetickets.us/event/joe-pera/578625?afflky=MurmrrI am excited to share with you this new episode, a trip to a place where it is currently summer, Australia. Not that you and I are afraid of the cold but a number of coincidences have been pointing me towards that weird southern continent lately so I figured we’d se

Ep. 11: Christmas Tree Lit ft. Mary Lattimore & Whitmer Thomas

Dec 11 2023 39 mins  
A return to favorite subject matter, here's an episode to ring in the Holidays. Joe shares a poem he wrote about trees and reads 'The Fir Tree' by Hans Christian Andersen. Plenty more as well.Subscribe on Patreon to get episodes early and to access 8 Hour Max-Drift Versions and upcoming extended interviews. Plus, we depend on listener support since there are no ads: https

Ep. 10: WaterfallTV ft. Michael Nau

Nov 28 2023 29 mins  
Disclaimer: Waterfall TV was intended as a relaxing visual experience, but for those of you who would prefer to imagine the falls, we made this audio version. If you enjoy what you hear, Waterfall TV can be watched on YouTube or the Drifting Off Patreon page. Hope you will consider supporting and enjoy the episode...I've been collecting footage on tour and with the help of Marty Sc

Ep. 9: Ghosts of New York City ft. Ana Fabrega & Tom Delgado

Oct 09 2023 27 mins  
Tom Delgado (NYC Tour Guide & Joe's old roommate) shares some spooky stories from New York City's history. Plus Ana Fabrega (Los Espookys) talks about home invasion.Subscribe on Patreon to get episodes early and to access 8 Hour Max-Drift Versions. Plus, we depend on listener support since there are no ads https://www.patreon.com/DriftingOffwithJoePeraCheck out Tom's 

Ep. 8: Music Shop ft. Karima Walker

Sep 04 2023 21 mins  
Karima Walker's clarinet score inspires some thoughts on local music stores, Lucille Ball, and woodland animals.Subscribe on Patreon to get episodes early and to access 8 Hour Max-Drift Versions. Plus, we depend on listener support since there are no ads https://www.patreon.com/DriftingOffwithJoePeraOriginal Music by Karima Walker. Editing and Sound Design by Ryan Dann.&n

Ep. 7: From Books 'Round My Desk

Aug 07 2023 25 mins  
Tonight's episode comes from some of the books and articles sitting around my desk. It's simple but I hope in a good way, like cheese and crackers.Subscribe on Patreon to get episodes early and to access 8 Hour Max-Drift Versions. Plus, we depend on listener support since there are no ads:https://www.patreon.com/DriftingOffwithJoePeraMusic by Ryan Dann. Produced by Grant Farsi

Ep. 6: D(r)iving ft. Peter Sohn

Jul 03 2023 19 mins  
Sleep podcast about going for late night drives and underwaterMusic by Ryan Dann. Featuring Peter Sohn and Jack Bensinger.8 Hour Extended Versions of all episodes are available here: https://www.patreon.com/DriftingOffwithJoePeraCheck out Jack's podcast Joy Tactics - https://www.patreon.com/joytacticsProduced by Grant Farsi for Chestnut Walnut Hosted on Acast. See acast.c

Ep. 5: My Answering Machine ft. Todd Barry & Yo La Tengo

Jun 04 2023 19 mins  
After 5 weeks on tour, I come home to some interesting messages on my answering machine. Featuring Todd Barry and the music by Yo La Tengo. Hopefully, there'll be more calls from friends than spam.Support the show on Patreon for access to 8 hour Extended Versions and Interviews: https://www.patreon.com/DriftingOffwithJoePeraYo La Tengo's new album 'This Stupid World' and tour ticke

Ep. 4: An Audio Tour of Ireland ft. Julianna Barwick & Dr. Art Hughes

May 07 2023 24 mins  
Reflections on Ireland from a rainy flat. Support the show on Patreon for access to 8 hour Extended Versions and Interviews: https://www.patreon.com/DriftingOffwithJoePera.Original Music by Julianna Barwick. Sound Design and Additional Music by Ryan Dann. Featuring Dr. Art Hughes and Daniel Simonsen If you are interested in Art's work, here is the book he recommended:&