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The White House Pod · Dare to Dream

Legendary LA Weatherman & Comedian Fritz Coleman: Johnny Carson, Emmy Wins & Faith

· 24 min · Hosted by David A.R. White

About this episode

Beloved NBC LA weatherman for nearly 40 years and 5-time Emmy Award-winning stand-up comedian Fritz Coleman joins David A.R. White for a hilarious and heartfelt conversation.
Fritz shares unforgettable stories from The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson, life behind the weather desk, transitioning to full-time comedy, his one-man show Unassisted Living, and how faith has guided his remarkable second (and third!) act.

Packed with laughs, wisdom about resilience, and inspiration that it’s never too late to chase what sets your soul on fire.

Perfect for comedy fans, longtime LA viewers, Tonight Show nostalgia lovers, and anyone needing encouragement for new chapters in life.

Timestamps:
00:00 – Fritz’s hilarious welcome
02:20 – Early days and becoming a weatherman
08:40 – Johnny Carson & Tonight Show appearances
14:10 – 40 years at NBC LA & Emmy wins
20:30 – Transition to full-time comedy
27:15 – One-man show Unassisted Living
34:50 – Faith, resilience & second acts
41:20 – Advice for dreamers in 2026

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