Mr. Irrelevant Podcast

Named for the last pick in the pro football draft, Mr. Irrelevant has come to symbolize the triumph of the underrated or overlooked (male or female). We'll tell the stories of resilient, gritty people from all walks of life who soar above the doubters.

Mr. Irrelevant Podcast is a education podcast hosted by Josh Lewin, with 17 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Josh Lewin hosts Mr. Irrelevant Podcast, a education show with 17 episodes published.

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  Episode #16

  Marvella Akiojano (CEO of Marviano Cosmetics) | Mr. Irrelevant

  Aug 13, 202630 min

  Beauty and fashion influencer and Marviano Cosmetics CEO Marvella Akiojano joins Mr. Irrelevant’s Josh Lewin this week to share her journey from growing up in Nigeria to becoming one of today’s leading voices in beauty and fashion. Marvella discusses the drive and determination that have shaped her career, the importance of staying true to her individuality, and how her experiences have helped her build Marviano Cosmetics into the brand it is today. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #15

  Ken Levine (Screenwriter) | Mr. Irrelevant

  Jul 30, 202636 min

  This week, host Josh Lewin is joined by acclaimed television writer Ken Levine, whose career spans more than 200 episodes of beloved series including M*A*S*H, Cheers, Frasier, The Simpsons, and Wings. From his early days as a local radio disc jockey to writing and producing some of television's greatest comedies, Levine reflects on a career that unfolded alongside some of Hollywood's biggest stars long before many of them became household names. He shares stories about working with his childhood idol, Mary Tyler Moore, watching Shelley Long's rise during the early years of Cheers, and witnessing firsthand how talent, timing, and opportunity shaped some of entertainment's most recognizable careers. A candid conversation about comedy, iconic television history, and what it was like to be in the room as legends were made. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #14

  Alan T. Brown | Mr. Irrelevant

  Jul 17, 202631 min

  Alan T. Brown, Director of New Partner Development at the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation and a 2026 ESPY nominee, joins Mr. Irrelevant for an honest conversation about resilience, purpose, and finding opportunity after life takes an unexpected turn. Brown and Josh discuss the spinal cord injury that left him quadriplegic at 20 and how that experience inspired a lifelong commitment to advocating for people living with paralysis. From navigating life's biggest challenges to creating lasting impact for others, Alan's story is a reminder that resilience isn't just about overcoming adversity — it's about using your experiences to help others move forward. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #13

  Derek Smith & Brandon Smith (Co-Directors) | Mr. Irrelevant

  Jul 1, 202633 min

  Brothers and co-directors Derek and Brandon Smith sit down with Mr. Irrelevant host Josh Lewin to discuss the making of their feature documentary No Place for Football — the story of soccer in one of the most unexpected places in the world: Greenland, home to the shortest football season and one of the most remote communities on earth. From difficulty traveling to Nuuk and production setbacks to filming on a shoestring budget, what began as a documentary about underdogs became an underdog story in itself. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #12

  Courtney Runyon | Mr. Irrelevant

  Jun 17, 202631 min

  Courtney Runyon, a TEDx speaker, international bestselling author, and resilience coach, joins Mr. Irrelevant for a candid conversation about resilience, identity, and rebuilding when life changes overnight. She shares her experience being diagnosed with CIDP, a rare autoimmune disorder that left her paralyzed from the neck down at 33, while simultaneously navigating a breakup, a cross-country move, and returning home to be cared for by her parents. Courtney and Josh discuss staying positive through uncertainty, finding strength in small victories, and the support systems that carried her through her darkest moments. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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