VORW Podcast
A solo host reads listener mail and discusses eclectic topics ranging from fast food to philosophy in a distinctive, old-time radio style.
A long-form, solo podcast where the host reads and responds to listener mail at length. Many episodes are built around a single, interactive question posed to the audience in a prior show (e.g., "What historical event would you witness?"). Others are a "Random Talk" format, covering a grab-bag of subjects from cryptids and fast food to personal motivation, all delivered in the host's signature formal, measured tone.
“The show's deliberate "old-time radio" aesthetic, from the host's formal diction to the actual shortwave broadcast component, is unique. Unlike interview shows, it's a one-to-many conversation, with the host acting as a curator and thoughtful respondent to his community's thoughts.”
Who hosts this show
Hosted by John Jurasek, known online as Reviewbrah or TheReportOfTheWeek, this podcast is a talk show presented in a vintage radio format. An extension of his popular food review channel, the VORW (Voice Of The Report Of The Week) Podcast features Jurasek discussing current events, philosophy, and topics suggested by his listeners. The program is also notable for its broadcasts on shortwave radio.
Credentials & credits
- YouTube Personality
- Food Critic
- Radio Host
- Studied Communication Arts at St. Thomas Aquinas College
Other ventures
- TheReportOfTheWeek (main YouTube channel)
- Patreon
- Teespring Merchandise Store
- Shortwave Radio Broadcaster (WBCQ, WWCR, WRMI)
What kind of podcast
- Country
- United States
- Region
- usa
When new episodes drop
- 01
- 02
- 03If You Could Have Any Superpower For 24 Hours - What Would It Be?Aug 9, 2025 · 2h 30m
- 04Random Talk! Pyramids - Suit Style - Spicy Wing Story - Decision Paralysis?Jun 12, 2025 · 4h 28m
- 05Decison Making – What Choices Have Impacted Our Lives in a Significant Way?Apr 2, 2025 · 2h 12m
- 06If You Could Witness Any Moment in History, What Would It Be?Feb 17, 2025 · 4h 12m
Notable episodes
- 01If You Could Witness Any Moment in History, What Would It Be?
A classic example of the show's interactive format, where the host builds an entire episode around a single, thought-provoking question posed to his audience.
- 02Back in 2026 With Random Talk! Fast Food in Total Freefall - The Florida Skunk Ape - Nostalgia
Demonstrates the "Random Talk" format and addresses a long absence, discussing the show's own meta-narrative alongside eclectic topics like fast food decline and local cryptids.
- 03If You Could Have Any Superpower For 24 Hours - What Would It Be?
Another quintessential interactive episode that also includes a rare, personal moment where the host discusses the recent death of a close friend, showing the blend of community topic and personal reflection.
What you'll be asked on this show
Host John "Reviewbrah" Jurasek speaks in a measured, formal, and famously mannered style. Episodes are solo performances, often exceeding two hours, where he showcases listener art and reads emails before diving into a main topic or a series of smaller discussions. The show has a distinct, non-commercial, and relaxing pace that often eschews modern, fast-paced podcasting trends.
Questions the host keeps coming back to
- “If you were able to bear witness to any event in history, what event would it be and why?”
- “What's a decision you made, big or small, that ended up changing your life in a significant way?”
- “If you could have any superpower for 24 hours, what would it be and how would you use it?”
Signature segments
- · The formal opening: "Ladies, gentlemen, and everyone listening in..."
- · Reciting the full show name: "The VORW International Podcast, The Voice of The Report of the Week".
- · Showcasing listener-submitted fan art
- · Long-form "Random Talk" episodes
- · Announcing shortwave radio broadcast schedules
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
The show does not feature live or pre-recorded interview guests. The "guests" are listeners whose emails, questions, and art submissions are featured and discussed at length by the host.
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The podcast is primarily funded through direct listener support via Patreon and PayPal. It also features advertisements from small, often fan-run businesses, creative projects, and niche products like survival kits.
Subscriber and view counts are pulled live from YouTube and re-verified on a 30-day cycle. Listener estimates for the RSS feed aren't published here unless they're host-verified.
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People also ask
- What is the host's real name?
- The host is John Jurasek, also known online as Reviewbrah and TheReportOfTheWeek.
- Is the VORW Podcast still active?
- Yes, the podcast continues to release new episodes, though sometimes with long breaks between them.
- What is the format of the show?
- It is a solo talk show where the host discusses various topics, often centered around a question posed to his audience in a previous episode. He reads listener mail and showcases fan art.
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- The podcast is available on the VORW Podcast YouTube channel, SoundCloud, and various podcast platforms like Spotify and Apple Podcasts. It also broadcasts on shortwave radio.
- How can I be featured on the show?
- Listeners can be featured by sending in comments, questions, or fan art for the host to discuss on the program.
- What does VORW stand for?
- VORW stands for "Voice Of The Report Of The Week."
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- [01]TheReportOfTheWeek - Wikipediaen.wikipedia.org
- [02]TheReportOfTheWeek - Age, Bio, Family | Famous Birthdaysfamousbirthdays.com
- [03]TheReportOfTheWeek / Reviewbrah - Know Your Memeknowyourmeme.com
- [04]The Immaculate Appeal of Reviewbrah | by Sam Leach | The Startup - Mediummedium.com
- [05]VORW Podcast - YouTube Channelyoutube.com
- [06]What is the VORW International Podcast? - YouTubeyoutube.com
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