Tony Funderburk

Tony Funderburk


Latest Episodes

Secret mission is doable because you’re renewable
September 14, 2024

Its not impossible. Although sometimes it can certainly feel that way. And you definitely dont have to accept it if you dont want it. So, think it over before you accept or reject your secret missi

Painful day: Fading away? Or ready to slay?
September 12, 2024

Another painful day of anxiety. And the effects, of it, range from silent crying to freaked-out scenes in public places to even assaults. Day after painful day after day. Oh, maybe I should clarify. I

Understatement of the year is maybe right here
August 21, 2024

Sure, you could say Tino loves music. If youre trying to win the understatement of the year contest, you could say that. Or another understatement of the year could be Hes no quitter. Boy oh

Blue streak, take a peek, it’s unique
August 19, 2024

The anchors, the weather and sports reporters, the investigative reporters, and the editorialists all talked a blue streak night after night. So, it was ironic when Theo felt something like the stroke

Struck out, struck down, and washed up in this town
August 17, 2024

Youve heard how there was no joy in Mudville when Mighty Casey struck out. Well, I assume youve heard that or read it. And I know what happens when you assume. So, maybe I should have given a spoile

Here for you but what DID I do?
August 15, 2024

OK kiddos from 3 to 103. Ill just let you know, right up front, that Im here for you. Because I know that you fit into one of these categories. You are the: Cream of the crop Top of the Read the r

The goal, the prize, and where to point your eyes
August 13, 2024

Kris and Themum woke up to a thunderstorm filled with bright flashes of lightning. Thank goodness they had taken extra time to secure their tents and position them for protection. Because the thunders

Responsibility role is good for your soul
July 15, 2023

The responsibility role. It’s the part of a lifetime. But fewer and fewer people even audition. Maybe because the dialogue is too difficult. And maybe because it requires something else in scarce supply. Humility. And I’ll admit, I haven&#8217

Heat wave slave just can’t behave
July 14, 2023

I’ve talked about the Holland–Dozier–Holland songwriting and producing team before when I shared some info about The Supremes and their hit song, “I Hear A Symphony.” And they had another hit, 60 years ago this month, with the song, &#82

Daily rhymes for these troubled times
July 13, 2023

Ok, all seriousness aside. My brain thinks in rhymes. Not 24 hours a day. But certainly every day. My wife will tell you about (or rather ask you to save her from) my daily rhymes. She’s been with me over … Read the rest The post Daily rhymes