Jo Ellis is what happens when a Black Hawk pilot, a homeschooled Christian kid, a trans woman, and a stand-up comic walk into the same person.A 16-year Army combat vet who is being discharged because of President Trump's Trans military ban. In 2025, she became the target of a viral far-right conspiracy falsely accusing her of causing the DC plane crash . She's now a standup comedian and advocate for pragmatic trans policy.If you like unapologetic honesty, fearless humor, and conversations that hit as hard as they land, you’re in the right place. Follow Jo on socials and YT: @JoEllisReally
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The Jo Ellis Effect is hosted by Jo Ellis. The show has published 18 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Robert Kelly & Big Jay Oakerson Talked About Me... Here's What Happened | EP16" (14 July 2026, 41 minutes), "I Won a Date, Opened for Jason Ellis, Tony Hinchcliffe Let Me Down | EP15" (11 June 2026, 23 minutes), and "I Quit My Job for Comedy (Now What?)" (3 June 2026, 31 minutes).
The Jo Ellis Effect publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 40 minutes across 18 episodes.
Booking probability for The Jo Ellis Effect is 30%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Jo Ellis Effect requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Jo Ellis Effect's contact route on record: verified email.
Jo Ellis hosts The Jo Ellis Effect, a comedy show with 18 episodes published.
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Episode #16
Robert Kelly unexpectedly talked about me on The Bonfire with Big Jay Oakerson... and it turned into one of the coolest moments of my comedy career.In this episode, I react to the SiriusXM segment, talk about meeting...
Episode #15
<p>Welcome back to The Jo Ellis Effect.</p><p><br /></p><p>This week has been a wild week of my comedy career.</p><p><br /></p><p>I got invited onto Kim Congdon's dating show, somehow won a date with Dulce Mac, met Hans...
Episode #14
<p>After years in the military, a viral misinformation campaign, and a career outside entertainment, I've officially gone all in on comedy.In this episode, I talk about leaving my day job, selling my Virginia house, and...
Episode #13
<p>I made my second appearance on Kill Tony — Episode 762 — and this one took an unexpected turn.</p><p><br></p><p>Host Tony Hinchcliffe brought me up as the “former Black Hawk helicopter pilot who was a man and now is...
Episode #12
<p>Jo Ellis delivers a historic comedy-meets-rally speech at the No Kings protest in Austin, Texas—mixing stand-up comedy with a message about freedom, disagreement, and democracy. A former U.S. Army Black Hawk pilot...
Episode #11
<p>If you’re into stand-up, behind-the-scenes comedy life, or stories about resilience after going viral for all the wrong reasons — you’re in the right place.<br>Like, subscribe, and drop a comment with what you want...
Episode #10
<p>I’m finally back in Austin for a full three-month comedy push, and this episode is a full download of everything that has happened since I packed up my car on November 1st and drove 22 hours from Virginia.I moved to...
Episode #9
<p>This week on The Jo Ellis Effect — former Black Hawk pilot turned comedian Jo Ellis breaks down the week’s wildest stories.🧠 Topics:• The new “trans identity in decline” survey — is it science or spin?• Trump’s...
Episode #8
<p>10 minutes of raw standup comedy from Jo Ellis — a trans Black Hawk helicopter pilot turned comedian. In this set, I riff on marriage, dating after divorce, and why I love my guns so much. From being defamed...
Episode #7
<p>From Jewish holidays and brisket to bombing and building new stand-up jokes, I share comedy updates, Austin goals, and raw takes on politics, faith, and identity—plus a raunchy story you won’t forget.In this update...
Episode #6
<p>Join me for a big life update that spans stand-up comedy, skateboarding, and some deep cultural reflections. 🌍✈️</p><p>🎤 I performed at the Comedy Mothership in Austin—one of my best sets yet—before flying to the...
Episode #5
<p>In this episode of The Jo Ellis Effect, I share my latest Austin updates before heading overseas. From marking my two-year transition anniversary with fresh hair and nails, to gearing up for a UK skateboarding...
Episode #4
<p>Jo Ellis sharing updates from her first week in Austin TX. Tales of being at Joe Rogan's Comedy Mothership, Mitzi's bar, Sunset Strip, The Creek and the Cave, and signing up for Kill Tony...
Episode #3
<p>We talk about what's happening this week, my open mic experience at a goth fetish club, Buc-ee's and the Chick-fil-a cow.Follow Jo on socials and YouTube @JoEllisReally</p>
Episode #2
<p>I recap and talk next steps after my Kill Tony appearance on episode 727. See my KT appearance here: https://youtu.be/_WYC-flN8Nc#standupcomedyFollow Jo on socials and Youtube: @JoEllisReally</p>
Episode #1
<p>Clipped from my Kill Tony appearance on episode #727 JOE DEROSA + TIM BUTTERLYRECORDED – 06/30/2025TONY HINCHCLIFFE BRIAN REDBAN</p>
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