The New Dibble Show Vol. 6 by Jerry Robbins

The New Dibble Show Vol. 6

Old-school radio chaos with razor-sharp wit

Written byJerry Robbins
Length2h21m
Release dateMarch 12, 2015
LanguageEnglish
★★★★ 4.3 (88 ratings)

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Quick Facts

AuthorJerry Robbins
NarratorDibble and the Mayham Players
Runtime2h21m
PublishedMarch 12, 2015
Rating★★★★ 4.3 / 5 (88 ratings)
CategoriesArts & Entertainment, Entertainment & Performing Arts, Radio
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

*The New Dibble Show Vol. 6* isn’t just another comedy audiobook—it’s a masterclass in how to keep a decades-old radio-style format feeling fresh, frantic, and hilariously unpredictable. Jerry Robbins and the Mayham Players don’t just tell jokes; they weaponize timing, voice work, and absurdist escalation to create a listening experience that’s equal parts vaudeville throwback and modern farce. The narration isn’t just performed—it’s *attacked*, with Dibble’s signature nasal whine and the ensemble’s manic energy making even the simplest gag land like a punchline with teeth.

What sets this apart from other comedy audiobooks is its refusal to slow down. There’s no fat here: sketches barrel into one another with the precision of a slapstick routine, and the production leans hard into the illusion of live radio, complete with "accidental" flubs and meta-humor that winks at the audience. It’s the kind of show that rewards repeat listens—not because the jokes are deep, but because the delivery is so densely layered with vocal tics, callbacks, and chaotic energy that you’ll catch new details each time. If you love comedy that feels like it’s about to fly off the rails (but never does), this is your fix.

Tags: vintage radio comedy revivalensemble voice acting masterclassfast-paced absurdist humorshort-form sketch audiobookmeta-humor & slapstick audiofor fans of Firesign Theatre

Why Listen to The New Dibble Show Vol. 6?

  • Expert narration by Dibble and the Mayham Players brings every character and scene to life across 2h21m of immersive audio.
  • Highly rated at 4.3 stars by 88 listeners.
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Editor's Review ★★★★

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I’ll admit, I approached *The New Dibble Show Vol. 6* with skepticism—how many times can a radio-style comedy troupe mine the same vein before it feels stale? The answer, apparently, is *at least six volumes and counting*. Robbins and the Mayham Players have cracked a formula that’s deceptively simple: take a handful of broad, cartoony characters (Dibble’s nasally incompetence, the straight-man foil’s exasperation, the occasional wild-card guest), throw them into increasingly ridiculous scenarios, and let the voice acting do the heavy lifting. And *what* voice acting—this isn’t just reading lines, it’s full-throated, physical comedy translated into audio. Dibble’s voice alone is a weapon, oscillating between whiny desperation and sudden, manic confidence in a way that’s weirdly hypnotic. The pacing is where this audiobook truly shines. Sketches rarely overstay their welcome, and the production leans into the illusion of a live broadcast—complete with "technical difficulties" and ad-libbed asides that feel spontaneoues, even if they’re meticulously scripted. That said, it’s not perfect: a few bits rely a little too heavily on repetition (Dibble’s catchphrases start to wear thin by the 90-minute mark), and the humor can occasionally tip into *too* broad—think laugh-track sitcom energy without the visuals. But when it hits—and it hits often—it’s a reminder of how rare it is to find comedy this *alive* in audio form. If you’re a fan of *Firesign Theatre*’s surrealism or *The Goon Show*’s anarchic spirit, but with a tighter runtime, this is a no-brainer. Just don’t listen in public unless you’re prepared to snort-laugh in front of strangers.

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The New Dibble Show Vol. 6 by Jerry Robbins is an immersive listening experience. Performed by Dibble and the Mayham Players with a runtime of 2h21m, you can start with a free trial that you can cancel at any time. The audiobook remains yours forever, even if you end the trial.