Toasts, Christmas Trees, and Parties with Joe Pera!

[@joshhogan4962]

I never would have thought about Pera being a regular guest at the nutmeg tavern. His presence on this program is quite enjoyable.

[@ericwilliams1659]

I don't know how it ever happened but I very much enjoy it.

[@tamarakosusnik2090]

Yes he makes a great guest on the nutmeg tavern. Who is the lady behind Jon?

[@jeffersonderrickson5371]

I quit watching tele a few years back, but him being on Townsends made me look it up on HBO and I adore his show. "strangely normal" as my coworker described it.

[@billc3114]

Indeed it is.

[@glycerinfarmer]

Joe seems delightfully awkward, and it’s very endearing.

[@kimfleury]

It's just dawned on me that Jon is a classic straightman in a comedy act 😆 I enjoy this collaboration.

[@collinmc90]

Joe and Jon are a perfect duo!

[@thorobliterator1934]

My god if Joe Pera is the funny man... But sure its still fun

[@keetrandling4530]

Yanno, KA, your insight inspires me to compare Jon in this context with Mr. Johnny Carson, who always knew how to bring out the best from his guests, knew when to interject, and when to pull back and give the guest center stage. Jon and Joe work very well together

[@PuertoRicanRattlesnake]

Imagine Joe Pera with a time machine, adventuring throughout history teaching life lessons and broadening scopes with nothing but his gentle demeanor and soft spoken voice

[@victorianidetch]

I think he would make a good companion for the current Time Lord!

[@randy-9842]

@@victorianidetch Oooo, companion to the good Doctor Who -- good thought! I like it!

[@PuertoRicanRattlesnake]

Randy - Nah he'd be the best doctor who

[@randy-9842]

@@PuertoRicanRattlesnake I'd take him as either character. Just imagine him soft-talking the Daleks!

[@victorianidetch]

@@PuertoRicanRattlesnake You might be right, with Jon as his companion!

[@jjs9173]

I love that Joe's starting to find his niche. His work has been pretty important to me for a few years now, so I'm thrilled that he's getting some recognition

[@pluviophile._.j]

I actually discovered Joe Pera through this channel and I couldn't be more grateful. It's also the perfect symbiosis of everything I like, living history and delightful comedian.

[@mistydelahay9255]

I discovered Joe from this channel. I really enjoy his comedy too

[@seofutbol]

Same. Bought seasons 1 & 2 of Joe Pera Talks with You after watching him on this channel

[@NaNa-kj2gw]

Look up Joe Pera goes to Rhubarb Festival back when he was on MTV. Some of his best work.

[@mistydelahay9255]

Thank Na Na , I will.

[@Tropicalpisces]

Me too. These last few days have been very special in my head thanks to Joe Pera &tc.

[@paul72002]

I imagine joe as a friendly tortoise imparting wisdom and witticisms around the dinner table

[@timmyopally]

The Adventures of Otto it is

[@lauracoccia8623]

Right! Joe is a staple at the tavern!

[@koenweddepohl487]

"Joe Pera Talks With You" is the most wholesome thing on TV since Mr Rogers!

[@wayne00k]

I second this!

[@thebigdawgj]

No.

[@tomprice5496]

Mr. Rogers for people in their 30s

[@thebigdawgj]

@@tomprice5496 Again no.

[@koenweddepohl487]

@@thebigdawgj Your opinion is bad and you should feel bad.

[@zenkakuji3776]

The print of the wedding couple dancing is actually a farce. The wedding of Kloris and Roosje is a farce written by Dirk Buysero at the end of the 17th century or the beginning of the 18th century . The play was performed almost every year from 1707 around New Year's Day of the tragedy Gijsbrecht van Aemstel van Vondel . This remained so until the last performance in 1968 . The individual with the long script was in fact reading portions of the play. Amazing! Is this the longest duration for a play to be performed I wonder 🤔

[@timl.b.2095]

It's cool, the esoteric things commenters know on this site.

[@zenkakuji3776]

@@timl.b.2095 Although I'm not familiar with the Fireworks picture with two illuminated columns going upwards, I don't think this is a representation of our concept of fireworks. Instead, it seems to be an illumination in honor of the Ascension of Jesus Christ on Easter. If you look at the figure rising at the top, you'll see the Latin word PAX which means Peace. ✌️

[@wayne00k]

That is very interesting. Thank you for your insight

[@Blurb777]

Never heard of Joe Pera before - I'm on the other side of NY touching New England - but as soon as I heard his understated humor ("Is that a Christmas tree?"), he became endearing. Long live both Pera's show and the Townsend Tavern! Happy 2022 Everyone!!!!

[@Satellite_Of_Love]

I love the sound of a hurdy-gurdy. I couldn't take a steady diet of it, but it does have a very unique sound, and I love unique instruments. I would love a video on the popular/unique instruments of the 18th century.

[@wayne00k]

There is a young musician who has made wonderful hurdy-gurdy music both classical and modern you might enjoy here on youtube... Patty Gurdy.

[@Satellite_Of_Love]

@@wayne00k @Wayne 00k I'll have to look that up, thanks! Peter Pringle has a few videos of him playing the hurdy-gurdy, as well as other esoteric instruments. There's also a KZbinr named Guillem Desq who plays the instrument. Look up his video for "Omen".

[@BodywiseMustard]

I could take a hurdy gurdy diet. I'd lap it up every day

[@AbstractPragmatism]

We need a grand collaboration of all the guests from the past 3 years enjoying ye olde punch in the Nutmeg Tavern!

[@mastabla3ta684]

All get drunk and talk ish about red coats

[@mountainmancaraway6431]

Sounds like a great idea for New Years Eve

[@hannahcollins1816]

I believe a historic drink calls for Max Miller!! 🍻

[@Aramis419]

I love these videos! So much entertainment and comedy these days is acidic and acerbic, if not bordering on hostile. Townsend videos - and Joe - are just damned pleasant to watch! I can actually feel my heart rate go from "manic panic lunatic holiday" mode to "calm and cheerful".

[@Metadasius]

Great to see ryan working the bar. I noticed an extra guest reading in the background as well.

[@randy-9842]

Nice additions to "the room" !!

[@tamarakosusnik2090]

First I thought the lady was a mannequin until she moved.wished Ryan was interacting more in this than just bartending though. Anybody know who the lady at the tavern is?

[@ValeriePallaoro]

@@tamarakosusnik2090 They did point out, at the start that this was not a 'live' tavern. So, no interaction from the other 'characters'. Just an interaction between Jon and Joe (as the voice of the audience)

[@MrLuridan]

6:00 It's a Tabor pipe (a one handed type of tin whistle) and a drum. Playing the tune with one hand and hitting the drum with the other....you can see the mallet for the drum if you look closely.

[@DazeofYore]

Seeing Joe Pera on this channel is simultaneously surprising and not at all surprising to me lol

[@hawkonroyale431]

Yea, I had "Ofcourse he is" moment.

[@ryaneads7736]

lmao I can't believe this! what a treat. Really enjoy Joe.

[@deborahscotland8819]

What a comfort this was, Christmas has been hard for me. Thank you Townsends.

[@AliFareedMC]

Thank you for introducing to Joe Pera, the past month I binge watched Joe Pera Talks with you 5 times

[@zenkakuji3776]

I really enjoyed the chat in the tavern as well as the 18th century related artwork. Once again, I colorized screenshots of the black and white works and the images are rather vivid. I like to think of the "Cotillion Dance" being re-titled, "The Prince decreed 'Party Like it's 1799!'" 😂 and the boisterous "A Midnight Modern Conversation" is especially humorous since the clock shows it's 3:00 AM! Lots of subtle details to convey the artists' messages. Thanks for sharing these period works with us 🙏

[@agimagi2158]

Love these colaboration series! Best part is Joe talking about donkey scaring parties! Kind of sad he did not get to see a christmas tree tho he seemed so excited about them! Happy new year to everybody!

[@seano4977]

I have to be honest, coming from the UK I hadn't really heard of Joe Pera but his delivery is very relaxing and somehow comforting too.

[@Pandorash8]

What a fabulous scene! It really transports us. And I am stealing Joe’s last toast 😂🥂 Merry Christmas and Happy New Year everyone❣️

[@matthewwindram977]

This is an amazing collaboration. I hope it continues.

[@Nannaof10]

This is at least the 4th possibly 5th time he's been on

[@islandbreeze2102]

Beautifully put together. Love the cozy tavern, the costumes, the music. What a beautiful way to educate us about the old ways. Thank you so much for your lovely work. Love you and Joe Pera too.

[@Kazemahou]

I have to say having Joe Pera on was just genius. He just seems like he is really enjoying being there, and being part of the moment. He fits.

[@earlshaner4441]

Hi from Syracuse NY brother and everyone else and thank you for sharing history and Happy New Year everyone

[@patriciaangeles4816]

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from the U.K. 🇬🇧 Love seeing Joe btw 👍🏻

[@PiraticalNonsense]

Joe is so delightful, I've been loving these guest episodes with him.

[@randy-9842]

Joe Pera is a wonderful addition to your video casts! I really enjoy his voice and manner. Jon, may you never be replaced, but rather supplemented. Have a great week between Christmas and New Years and may next year be the best ever -- we could surely use that!

[@jloweartist]

In the third picture shown, the musician on the left is playing a pipe and tabor, often associated with the medieval Morris Dancing, likely being danced by the participants because they are holding hands in a circle, common in country dances of earlier periods and becoming in vogue for dancing in the late 18th early 19th centuries among the gentry and upper classes.

[@Blurb777]

Thank you for that explanation.

[@Savage-en1xv]

The way John just stares at the camera satisfied asf, he knows Joe Pera’s worth and what makes him special 😂😂

[@barbaramurphy5606]

I wish you had introduced your lady guest, and what she is reading that is so interesting that she didn't join the fun you guys were having. Blessed be Townsends and thanks for another year of delightful videos.

[@jaji8549]

Every time that lady turned away she was fighting back a smile or smirk!

[@critter505]

I can watch this channels videos anytime. Adding Joe Pera in is a special bonus for me.

[@Zangiefbeefgrief]

This might be my favourite video ive seen this year

[@hcwillb7048]

Worked with joe back in 2009 and he just gets better and better.

[@CorndogChampion]

Thank you for having Joe Pera on Townsends. What a wonderful addition!!

[@erinhowett3630]

THIS IS SO COOL! Can we have more episodes from the Nutmeg Tavern?

[@BubuH-cq6km]

Ryanapple is actually working the bar today 😎 👍🏼

[@davidsain2129]

I like Joe Pera Talks with You! Especially Tree TV . Thank you, Jon, for having Joe Pera on again! Happy 2022!

[@thrithgolden2748]

Yum.. Merry Christmas ❤ God bless you all!

[@d.aardent9382]

What the what...howd i miss this show?! So cool to find another Pera collab episode. Really liked the subject matter, very funny discussion about humorous art.

[@briankesterson4365]

John - Another great moment captured from the time vortex! Thank you and all the folks at Townsends for what you do! Happy New Year to all of you!

[@TylerJC1212]

I absolutely love the world building you do for these videos! It’s so immersive!

[@veronicasponchia5838]

Happy New Year to you all! Thanks for the joy you bring with this channel

[@rebeccaback3287]

I thought the old pictures were comical,but interesting at the same time. Joe,and John do a verry good job.David Back from Menifee county Kentucky. Keep the good videos coming a usual

[@vermis13]

A toast for Jon and Joe: May your joys be as deep as the oceans, your troubles as light as its foam. And may you find, sweet peace of mind, where ever you may roam. May friendship, like wine, improve as time advances. And may we always have old wine, old friends, and young cares.

[@MaggieTrudeau]

And mushroom ketchup

[@vermis13]

@@MaggieTrudeau To nine years of mushroom ketchup, and to ninety and nine more!

[@SilenceManifests]

And mushroom ketchup to spare!

[@amywright2243]

Thank you for showcasing gentle humor and kindness. All the best to you in 2022! ♥️ From Kentucky

[@SongbirdCollageArts]

Your channel brings it back to what's really important about the holidays. Family, connection, and community. All the best in the new year!

[@TheWaterMarbler]

Time for a new playlist! The Joe Pera playlist.

[@HandsIntoHistory]

Didn't realize Joe is from Buffalo. I'm only an hour east of Buffalo, close to Genesee Country Village & Museum. Good to see a New York native in the Tavern!

[@CuriousDiscourse]

I just love the aesthetic of this channel. Not sure how my monthly subscription got cancelled but I will have to renew it. edit: the mushroom ketchup bit at the end was so hilarious I was dying of laughter.

[@BaroqueMe1]

Joe, you are just delightful! The “egg shaped head” comment had me choking on my food with laughter. What a pleasant episode. And thanks to John for keeping this channel alive, growing and in the hearts of so many. Happy New Year to you all!

[@marsbars16]

This is a collab I didn’t know I needed!!!

[@kaydixie5727]

Lovely little episode. Thank you!

[@mdsmith702]

Thank you so much for all the cheer!

[@rosescott9299]

I used to love when you used to ‘decode’ historical paintings. This was great!

[@debbralehrman5957]

Thank you for the nice visit at the Nutmeg Tavern today.

[@rossambrose8649]

Loving Joe Pera on the channel. It's a perfect fit, please keep doing these!

[@moonbread2334]

stop!!! I thought we'd seen the end of your Joe Pera content, but what a christmas treat!

[@lArtemislll]

I love your channel so much. I've been watching for years. It is the most wholesome thing on the internet I swear.

[@kubiszew]

This is so good. I needed this so much.

[@gaffyduck7491]

Mushroom ketchup comes into conversation, backround guy had to leave frame 😂😂

[@rtyria]

That was a wonderful treat. Thank you so much and Happy New Year!

[@JergBizcochino]

Got his bathroom book for Christmas. Great to see Joe here again

[@lauracoccia8623]

Saw this video again....what a recipe for punch!! Great reading as always Joe Pera! Cabin is festive!

[@tacosux691]

I love your episodes with joe.

[@emmaa.6131]

Happy Holidays and Happy New Year to you all! 🎄🎁

[@andrewmartin1616]

really do love seeing pera on your channel. great fit.

[@marleneplatcek6364]

Thanks for sharing, enjoyed it very much, Happy New Year's

[@roddmatsui3554]

Very good 💜 Merry Christmas, Nutmeg Tavern!

[@TheFlawedPlan]

Two of my favorite wholesome lads. I always love to see Joe on this channel.

[@dwaynewladyka577]

This had the feeling of a livestream. Cheers to mushroom ketchup and nutmeg!

[@hwarner2792]

this is the “which celebrities would you like to have dinner with” lineup of my dreams 🥺

[@animemage2]

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to everyone

[@cheeseofpasswall]

Joe Pera is always a nice treat in an episode.

[@juliamaxfalcon5483]

This is so awesome. Thanks for bringing Joe back again! :)

[@ryancournoyer3060]

It would be great to have an episode on different types of fencing and stone walls in the early 19th century. I’m from New England and the stone walls left by the early people tell such a great story as to how their fields were made and looked. In addition, they were more for separating boundaries than keeping animals. fencing was such an important part of keeping animals and livestock from wandering into your neighbors garden! Also town pounds were important to retrieve lost animals.

[@macsarcule]

Hooray! Little Bunny Sunshine would be so pleased to see you made punch in your punch bowl!

[@kimfleury]

I miss the knowledge she brought to the Livestream.

[@schoolinJOO]

this is such a bizarre mashup 😂 just found joe but i already subscribe to this channel

[@hannahcollins1816]

I just adore Joe!! (And Jon, of course). I enjoyed Joe's insightful questions, and the toasts 😂 🥂

[@missusingle]

John seems truly amused and happy to have Joe around. Watching these two makes me amused and happy.

[@fliccolo]

Omg this is not something that I was prepared for, and yet it's everything that I needed.

[@quackattack357]

This is definitely a landmark episode I’m proud of this channel

[@camille4021]

I'm obsessed with this ongoing collaboration!!!

[@alisiahoinart318]

9:00 These pictures really capture the light.

[@victorianidetch]

What a great visit gentleman, nicely done!

[@mountainmancaraway6431]

John, do you think that the one picture that had the fellow wearing the wreath reading the paper, could that have been a production of A Midsummer Night's Dream? Shakespeare wrote the play in 1596, would that time frame be plausible? The reason I thought of this is recently watched Dead Poets Society again and remember the wreath Peter wore when he played the lead in the play. What do you think?

[@matthias598]

Mmmm. Nutmeg. And Joe Pera??? What a treat.

[@greenmarcosu]

Are there any plans for Joe Pera to come back to Townsends? When this series of videos featuring Joe Pera came out it was the combination I did not know that I always wanted. Both Joe and Townsends are things I turn to when I need a reprive from the often stressful world.

[@willsofer3679]

I think he's been featured in at least two videos since. There's one where he make a milking stool.

[@HootHinge]

Get Mike Melsky in there to go over his perfect egg bite, i'm sure he'll get it this time!

[@robertperrine1212]

First i love joe pera and i love this channel period so both together works extremely well hope to see more of both together

[@ptonpc]

Merry belated Xmas. May you all have a peaceful and happy New Year.

[@josephpeluchette191]

Happy new year to all may it be filled with peace love and happiness

[@rebeccagines7369]

Happy holidays to the Nutmeg Tavern and Joe Pera!

[@reidgriffin6838]

Great collaboration! Thanks for sharing.

[@alkberg2140]

I think the "horn thing" is a penny whistle and a hand drum. I sure enjoy this collaboration. Happy New Year!

[@DillonTrinhProductions]

Yes to this collab.

[@EXARCWithGrandpop]

I am not familiar with Joe Pera’s work, But I was happy to see Ivy. Even if she did not have much to say.

[@marysmith7765]

Oh, please keep doing these episodes with Joe Pera. They are lovely. You seem so relaxed and tranquil together.

[@oregonbassboss98]

A strong punch, some great old art work and Joe Pera makes for a fun and enjoyable video. Thanks, Jon.