Jonathan Mertz Unplugged From Shaggy to Life Beyond the Mic

The host becomes the guest! Troy Yount takes over It’s YourBreak for a funny, personal conversation with Jonathan Mertz about voice acting, Kentucky roots, radio memories, and life beyond the microphone.

Hear Jonathan bring out his Shaggy impression, defend hisBatman picks, revisit family Derby parties, and explain why Jimmy Buffett delivered his favorite concert experience. There’s even a story about Kenny Wayne Shepherd and a pair of inexpensive headphones.

The laughs give way to a thoughtful finish as Jonathanconsiders advice for his younger self and shares what parenting has taught him about listening, adapting, and making room for family.

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Chapters

00:00 Opening and show mission

01:00 Troy turns the tables

02:41 Icebreakers with a twist

04:29 Kentucky roots and family traditions

11:04 Shaggy and character voices

14:40 Shaggy takes the movie quote challenge

18:49 Voice acting inspirations

21:52 Wordplay and Disney nostalgia

30:20 Desert island books

34:10 Dream dinner guests

37:36 Gaming and superhero favorites

43:51 Movies and TV favorites

51:32 Basketball and radio memories

55:20 Concerts and musical influences

01:02:17 Behind the scenes in radio

01:03:54 Rapid fire favorites

01:05:24 Advice to a younger Jonathan

01:07:33 Parenting and communication

01:10:20 Podcast connections and wrap up