The word “jobber” is defined in popular culture as somewhat of a journeyman. The movie Rocky tells the story of a boxing jobber, who defies the odds to become the world heavyweight champion. Talk radio veteran Jeff Zito speaks with celebrities about their first job. If not for their big break, what would they have become? Were they destined to be rich and famous? Or were they almost a jobber?
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Robin Zander is on Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito this week. What type of work would Robin Zander be doing if not for being the lead singer and rhythm guitarist for Cheap Trick? Many celebrities will tell you that if not for that one lucky break or meeting, they would be working at the GAP like Kanye West or A Calligrapher like Meghan Markle. Before she was a Suits actress, or hello, a member of the Royal Family. They may have been just a jobber. Thanks for listening. Please rate, review, and subscribe to the Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito wherever you pod.
Leigh Kakaty is on Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito this week. What type of work would Leigh Kakaty be doing if not for being a Singer best known as the frontman of Michigan-born rock band Pop Evil? Many celebrities will tell you that if not for that one lucky break or meeting, they would be working at the GAP like Kanye West or A Calligrapher like Meghan Markle. Before she was a Suits actress, or hello, a member of the Royal Family. They may have been just a jobber. Thanks for listening. Please rate, review, and subscribe to the Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito wherever you pod.
Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito presents a special Best Of Episode as we replay the memorable show from '22 featuring Warren Haynes, renowned guitarist and vocalist from the Allman Brothers Band and Gov't Mule. Warren reflects on what his life might have been like if he never got that big break, a theme central to the Celebrity Jobber series, where celebrities share what jobs they might have held if not for their lucky break. Tune in for an inspiring look at Warren Haynes’ path and the stories behind the music.
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Michael Colyar is on Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito this week. What type of work would Michael be doing if not for being a Comedic Legend and Author of Children's books? Many celebrities will tell you that if not for that one lucky break or meeting, they would be working at the GAP like Kanye West or A Calligrapher like Meghan Markle. Before she was a Suits actress, or hello, a member of the Royal Family. They may have been just a jobber. Thanks for listening. Please rate, review, and subscribe to the Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito wherever you pod.
Susan Powter is on Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito this week. What type of work would Susan Powter be doing if not for being a famous motivational speaker, nutritionist, personal trainer, and author who rose to fame in the 1990s with her catchphrase "Stop the Insanity!"? Many celebrities will tell you that if not for that one lucky break or meeting, they would be working as a butcher's delivery boy like David Bowie or working at the GAP like Kanye West. They may have been just a jobber. Thanks for listening. Please rate, review, and subscribe to the Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito wherever you pod.
David Blaine is on Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito this week. What type of work would David Blaine be doing if not for being a famous magician and mentalist? Many celebrities will tell you that if not for that one lucky break or meeting, they would be working as a butcher's delivery boy like David Bowie or Hunting Armadillos like Matthew McConaughey. They may have been just a jobber. Thanks for listening. Please rate, review, and subscribe to the Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito wherever you pod.
Alex Lifeson from the band RUSH is on Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito this week. What type of work would Alex Lifeson be doing if not for being a founding member of the Rock Band RUSH? Many celebrities will tell you that if not for that one lucky break or meeting, they would be working as a “Banana Mascot” like Megan Fox, or Hunting Armadillos like Matthew McConaughey. They may have been just a jobber. Thanks for listening, please rate, review, and subscribe to the Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito wherever you pod.
Kelly Shaefer from the bands Atheist and Neurotica is on Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito this week. What type of work would Kelly Shaefer be doing if the underground metal Gods weren't looking out for him for sure? Many celebrities will tell you that if not for that one lucky break or meeting, they would be working as a “A Banana Mascot” like Megan Fox, or washing dishes like The Rock. They may have been just a jobber. Thanks for listening, please rate, review, and subscribe to the Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito wherever you pod.
Jon Taffer is on Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito this week. What type of work would Jon Taffer be doing if it weren't for the Paramount Network reality show Bar Rescue? Many celebrities will tell you that if not for that one lucky break or meeting, they would be working as a “Party Clown” like Hugh Jackman, or washing dishes like The Rock. They may have been just a jobber. Thanks for listening, please rate, review, and subscribe to the Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito wherever you pod.
Eric McCormack is on Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito this week. What type of work would Eric McCormack be doing if it weren't for Mr. Dress Up? Many celebrities will tell you that if not for that one lucky break or meeting, they would be working as a “Party Clown” like Hugh Jackman, or serving up Starbucks like Melissa McCarthy. They may have been just a jobber. Thanks for listening, please rate, review, and subscribe to the Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito wherever you pod.