BLACKSTAGE – A Wisecrack Comedy Podcast

Comedian Katie Merriam and stylist Meredith Petro stopped by the Blackstage studio and we talked about fashion in comedy, Katie's shows, Bradlys' parents, Meredith's parents, hectic schedules, inspirations, and so much more. Please follow Katie Merriam at @katability and Meredith Petro at @minniemere. Follow Us! Greg Edwards Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com Bradlys Philoctete Facebook: Bradlys Philoctete Instagram: @classicbradlys Twitter: @BradlysComedy

The fellas are back in the studio for a somber talk about the passing of Kobe Bryant. We talked about forgiveness and giving people time to adjust to fame in Hollywood. Follow Us! Greg Edwards Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com Bradlys Philoctete Facebook: Bradlys Philoctete Instagram: @classicbradlys Twitter: @BradlysComedy

The fellas are back with our honorary host, Rick Wood. We talked a lot about sex, motorcycles, apologies, and it gets really weird and awkward! Follow Us! Greg Edwards Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com Bradlys Philoctete Facebook: Bradlys Philoctete Instagram: @classicbradlys Twitter: @BradlysComedy

The guys are back together again after the Thanksgiving break. We talk about our vacation time, the Anthony Joshua vs Ruiz fight, comedy, and the Patriots. Heavy sports talk on this episode, but its still funny as always. Follow Us! Greg Edwards Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com Bradlys Philoctete Facebook: Bradlys Philoctete Instagram: @classicbradlys Twitter: @BradlysComedy

Funny man Art Hernandez came by the Black Stage Studio and we talked about Bradlys's hair, our favorite drugs, mushroom freakouts, Art's jobs, how he found out he had a son, and so much more. Really great interview, please follow Art @artofhernandez. Follow Us! Greg Edwards Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com Bradlys Philoctete Facebook: Bradlys Philoctete Instagram: @classicbradlys Twitter: @BradlysComedy

The hilarious comedian Rob Smallwood stopped by the blackstage studio and we talked about Baltimore real estate, Rob's job as a graphic designer, Bradlys parking situations, Jay-Z, the NFL, comedy, what's motivating Rob, and so much more. Make sure you follow Rob Smallwood @robby_smalls on Instagram & Twitter Follow Us! Greg Edwards Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com Bradlys Philoctete Facebook: Bradlys Philoctete Instagram: @classicbradlys Twitter: @BradlysComedy

Greg & Bradlys get together for another episode of Blackstage. Greg shits on Disneyland and Disney lovers. Then the two discuss famous directors critisizing Marvel, things changing, Hitler, Beto leaving the presidential race, the DMV, and so much more. Follow Us! Greg Edwards Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com Bradlys Philoctete Facebook: Bradlys Philoctete Instagram: @classicbradlys Twitter: @BradlysComedy

The fellas are back in the studio with a solo session of Blackstage. We talked about 5-Percenters, Edward Snowden, Facebook, Greg fighting people, old comedians, and so much more. It was a fun episode, as always. Please be sure to comment and subscribe! Follow Us! Greg Edwards Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com Bradlys Philoctete Facebook: Bradlys Philoctete Instagram: @classicbradlys Twitter: @BradlysComedy

Julia and Lisa came by the Blackstage Podcast Studio. We talked about tipping, lyft driving, hearing other people sing, nettie pots, DTLA, donuts, and so much more. Please follow Lisa and Julia and check out their podcast! Follow Us! Twitter Julia and Liza @chatt Lisa Chanoux @asilnoux Julia Loken @julialoken Greg Edwards @gregthegrouch Bradlys Philoctete @BradlysComedy What's Your Sign Podcast? @whatsyoursignpodcast

The Hilarious Rick Wood visited the podcast again! We had a great hug to welcome him back and began the session. We talked about guns, World War I, chicken bbq, police brutality. Ellen, China, and so much more. It was a great episode to record, as always. Please follow @RickW00d on twitter & Instagram Follow Us! Greg Edwards Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com Bradlys Philoctete Facebook: Bradlys Philoctete Instagram: @classicbradlys Twitter: @BradlysComedy

The hilarious Leah Kayajanian dropped by the Blackstage studio. We talked about fake comedy names, young rappers, social security numbers, the impeachment, cars, The Pallavi Blackstage episode, movies we need to watch, life with a new born, and so much more. Follow Us! Greg Edwards Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com Bradlys Philoctete Facebook: Bradlys Philoctete Instagram: @classicbradlys Twitter: @BradlysComedy

JB Ball the Florida Comic and Brad Williams Opener stopped by the Blackstage Studio last week. We started off with a deep and LONG conversation about hip hop and rap. Then we talked about JB’s favorite comics, his experience starting off at open mics in Tampa, FL, and his time playing college basketball. To finish, we talked about how we live in an era where people can’t say “my bad”. Please follow JB on Twitter and Instagram at @ball4president. Follow Us! Greg Edwards Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com Bradlys Philoctete Facebook: Bradlys Philoctete Instagram: @classicbradlys Twitter: @BradlysComedy

Brodie Reed stopped by the Blackstage podcast studio this week. He is the first repeat guest we have had so far! We talked about different foods white women have introduced us to as well as dating ages, Brodie's movie, $1600, Shane Gillis, Dave Chappelle’s Netflix Special, and Bill Burr’s Netflix Special. It was a great episode to record, as always. Please follow Brodie Reed (@Ayobrobro) on twitter. Follow Us! Greg Edwards Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com Bradlys Philoctete Facebook: Bradlys Philoctete Instagram: @classicbradlys Twitter: @BradlysComedy

The fellas are back with a solo podcast. Bradlys & Greg shit talk. We discuss Bradlys' new haircut, Chapelle, Burr, and football and conspiracy theories. It was a great session as always. Thank you for listening and please continue to support the Blackstage podcast. Follow Us! Greg Edwards Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com Bradlys Philoctete Facebook: Bradlys Philoctete Instagram: @classicbradlys Twitter: @BradlysComedy

The hilarious comedian, Niles Abston, stopped by the Blackstage studio. We talked about so much including Instagram, our favorite lesbian, New York, the Cardi B movie, Bad Boy 3, and Niles' brilliant new cartoon Planet Blak! Please follow Niles @niles100 on twitter and support his cartoon by contributing to his Patreon (Patreon.com/planetblak)! Follow Us! Niles Abston @niles100 Greg Edwards Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com Bradlys Philoctete Facebook: Bradlys Philoctete Instagram: @classicbradlys Twitter: @BradlysComedy

Comedian, improver, and podcaster Zed Cutsinger stopped by the podcast studio this week. We talked about games, Once Upon A Time In Hollywood, Tarantino’s theater, China, Africa, staying neutral, the new Dave Chapelle special, and so much more. Please follow Zed on all social media! Follow Us! Zed Cutsinger @zedcutsinger Greg Edwards Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com Bradlys Philoctete Facebook: Bradlys Philoctete Instagram: @classicbradlys Twitter: @BradlysComedy

Funny Comedian, Pallavi Gunalan stopped by the Blackstage studio and we discussed sleep apnea, hustling in comedy, family, kids and her Facial Recognition show. Pallavi and Bradlys also get into it. Good episode! Please follow Pallavi on all social media @pallavigunalan and check out her shows. Follow Us! Pallavi Gunalan @pallavigunalan Greg Edwards Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com Bradlys Philoctete Facebook: Bradlys Philoctete Instagram: @classicbradlys Twitter: @BradlysComedy

Super producer Symone Baptiste stops by the Blackstage studio, and we talk about how she manages to complete all of her projects and how she stays focused in Hollywood when she's the only black woman in the room. We also discuss comedy changing, ADOS, immigrant parents, reparations, and her new short film 16,000 Dollars. Please follow Symone @symonejett, and check out her shows Sauce and The New Negroes. Follow Us! Symone Baptiste @symonejett Greg Edwards Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com Bradlys Philoctete Facebook: Bradlys Philoctete Instagram: @classicbradlys Twitter: @BradlysComedy

The always honest and super hilarious James Fritz stopped by the blackstage studio. We talked about his origin story coming from Kentucky and Chicago to LA, being the valedictorian of his class, and being a comedy nerd. Bradlys came in crazy hot and then we talked about his show Night Coffee at the Big foot Lodge, his album, and politics. This was a super fun episode, as always. Make sure you follow James on twitter. Follow Us! James Fritz Twitter: @Fritzisdead Greg Edwards Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com Bradlys Philoctete Facebook: Bradlys Philoctete Instagram: @classicbradlys Twitter: @BradlysComedy

Hilarious and all around lovely comedian Bri Pruett stopped by the Blackstage studio! We talked about her growing up in Portland, getting some respect from male comedians for running her show Faded, her show High Priestess, and her love for Wanda Sykes. Follow the hilarious @BriPruett on Twiiter, and go out to her shows. Follow Us! Bri Pruett Twitter: @BriPruett Greg Edwards Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com

The hilarious Lisa Chanoux stops by the Blackstage podcast, and we talk about her growing up in El Paso, her popular podcast What's your Sign?, and what's inspiring her in life and in comedy. Lisa is so cool and hilarious. Please follow her @asilnoux on Twitter, and check out her podcast What's Your Sign? wherever you get your podcasts! Follow Us! Lisa Chanoux Twitter: @asilnoux Check out her podcast What's Your Sign? Greg Edwards Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com

Hilarious comedian Kazeem Rahman stops by the Blackstage podcast and madness ensues. We talk about his college experience, have a really crazy conversation about Lou Pearlman, and end the podcast talking about spoiled immigrant kids. Great episode! I know I write that every episode, but they all are! Follow Kazeem @KazeemComedy. Follow Us! Kazeen Rahman Twitter: @KazeemComedy Instragram: @KazeemComedy Greg Edwards Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com Bradlys Philoctete Facebook: Bradlys Philoctete Instagram: @classicbradlys Twitter: @BradlysComedy

The fellas get together without a guest on the 4th of July and talk about all the earthquakes in LA, how the mic scene is drying up, rats and roaches, and so much more. Hilarious episode, check it out. Follow Us! Greg Edwards Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com Bradlys Philoctete Facebook: Bradlys Philoctete Instagram: @classicbradlys Twitter: @BradlysComedy

The hilarious Rick Wood stops by the Blackstage podcast, and we talk about relationships, growing up in Virginia, what Rick is currently working on, and so much more! Hilarious episode, as always. Please follow Rick Wood @RickW00d on Twitter and Instagram. Follow Us! Rick Wood Twitter: @RickW00d Instagram: @RickW00d Greg Edwards Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com Bradlys Philoctete Facebook: Bradlys Philoctete Instagram: @classicbradlys Twitter: @BradlysComedy

The hilarious Devan Costa drops by the Blackstage podcast. We talk basketball, Devan growing up in Echo Park, and how much his neighborhood is changing. Then, we talk and bitch about the ups and downs of comedy. Please follow Devan on all social media @devancosta, and make sure to watch his hilarious videos. Follow Us! Devan Costa Twitter: @devancosta Instagram: @devancosta Greg Edwards Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com Bradlys Philoctete Facebook: Bradlys Philoctete Instagram: @classicbradlys Twitter: @BradlysComedy

The hilarious Kirzia Steele drops by the Blackstage podcast, and shit gets ridiculous. We talk about dictators, what we should invest our money in, and whether or not money is even real. We also dig into Kirzia's LA origin story, how many places she's lived in LA, her recent trip all over Asia, and what's inspiring her in comedy. Check out this loose and ridiculous episode, and follow Kirzia on instagram @Ladyof_Steele and twitter @KirziaSteele. Follow Us! Kirzia Steele Twitter: @KirziaSteele Instagram: @Ladyof_Steele Greg Edwards Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com Bradlys Philoctete Facebook: Bradlys Philoctete Instagram: @classicbradlys Twitter: @BradlysComedy

Brad is back in the studio, and the duo is reunited! We talk about non-meat burgers, Anthony Joshua, Beyonce and Jay-Z, fashion, and therapy. Funny episode with the guys finally back together, catching up on current events. Check it out, and like, share, and subscribe! Follow Us! Greg Edwards Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com Bradlys Philoctete Facebook: Bradlys Philoctete Instagram: @classicbradlys Twitter: @BradlysComedy

The hilarious Yusef Roach stops by the Blackstage studio! We talk about growing up in the Virgin Islands, his dream of marrying rich and living in Bend, Oregon, and quitting comedy altogether. We had a good time talking comedy and the frustrations that come with it. Follow Yusef @yusefroach, and if you would like to help support his girlfriend's surgery, you can donate on her social media @arayyay. Follow Us! Yusef Roach Twitter: @yusefroach Greg Edwards Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com Bradlys Philoctete Facebook: Bradlys Philoctete Instagram: @classicbradlys Twitter: @BradlysComedy

Two-time Emmy award winner, head writer of the wildly popular "New Negroes" on Comedy Central, good friend, and hilarious comedian Kevin Avery stops by the studio. He drops a hilarious Katt Williams story, talks about his old R&B group, shares tips on getting a writing job, and so much more. Make sure you follow Kevin Avery on Twitter @KevinAvery, and Instagram @kevinaverycomedy, and check him out on "New Negroes" on Comedy Central. Follow Us! Kevin Avery Twitter: @KevinAvery Instagram: @kevinaverycomedy Greg Edwards Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com Bradlys Philoctete Facebook: Bradlys Philoctete Instagram: @classicbradlys Twitter: @BradlysComedy

Retired comedian turned comedy writer OJ Patterson drops by the studio to talk comedy from the inside out. We start off talking shit about the 90s, O.J. Simpson, old black comedians, and the Wayans. Then, we interview O.J. on where comedy is now and where it's going. Great episode! Please follow OJ Patterson and his blog Courting Comedy at courtingcomedy.com. Follow Us! Greg Edwards: Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com Bradlys Philoctete Facebook: Bradlys Philoctete Instagram: @classicbradlys Twitter: @BradlysComedy

Just the fellas on this one. Bradlys and Greg get into a deep conversation on comedy: killing, egos, showing up the headliner, and working on yourself to find your own voice as a comic. We also talk college and red-light districts. Hilarious episode, as always. Check it out. Follow Us! Greg Edwards: Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com Bradlys Philoctete Facebook: Bradlys Philoctete Instagram: @classicbradlys Twitter: @BradlysComedy

The fellas are back after Greg went on vacation. They talk about Mexico, Tiger Woods, R. Kelly, Martin Lawrence, comedy, and so much more. Good episode, check it out! Follow Us! Greg Edwards: Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com Bradlys Philoctete Facebook: Bradlys Philoctete Instagram: @classicbradlys Twitter: @BradlysComedy

Bradlys and Greg kick it solo on this episode. They get into a crazy discussion about Jewish mothers, Haiti, Toronto, comedy beef, HardKnock life tour, Nipsey Hussle, Social Media and how countries with beef need to fuck it out. Make sure you subscribe and share Blackstage. Follow Us! Greg Edwards: Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com Bradlys Philoctete Facebook: Bradlys Philoctete Instagram: @classicbradlys Twitter: @BradlysComedy

Funny man and stoner, Doug Dixon comes by the studio with Bradlys coming down from a DMT trip. We talk about DMT, the comedy scene, America, going up, and getting punched in the face. Follow Doug on Instagram at @dugdixonmymouth... I know... I know... Follow Us! Greg Edwards: Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com Bradlys Philoctete Facebook: Bradlys Philoctete Instagram: @classicbradlys Twitter: @BradlysComedy

Young comedian Aaron Kee stops by the studio, and we talk about him starting out in LA, his first joke, having a degree in psychology, and going to jail. Fun episode! Please follow Aaron Kee on all social media, Follow Us! Aaron Kee: Twitter: @TheMangoHour Instagram: @Smoothydaddie Greg Edwards: Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com Bradlys Philoctete: Facebook: Bradlys Philoctete Instagram: @classicbradlys Twitter: @BradlysComedy

Good friend and hilarious comedian Brodie Reed stops by the Blackstage podcast. We talk about him working at Sundance, learning Japanese, what interracial babies we would like, and Micheal Jackson. We had some technical difficulties, and Bradlys's mic is out in the beginning, but it picks up half-way through. Great episode, follow Brodie Reed on all social media: Follow Us! Brodie Reed: Twitter: ayobrobro Instagram: @ayo.bro.bro Greg Edwards: Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com Bradlys Philoctete Facebook: Bradlys Philoctete Instagram: @classicbradlys Twitter: @BradlysComedy

Comedian/drummer Joel Jimenez stops by the studio, and we talk about skin and hair, strip clubs, drugs, being comfortable doing new shit, working out in San Francisco, the Kill Tony podcast, and so much more. Please follow Joel Jimenez on all social media @mostlysorry, and check him out on the Kill Tony podcast.

The crazy Kevin Shea stops by the studio today, and we talk about a lot of edgy issues including race, porn, Louis CK, Aziz Ansari, and Bill Cosby. This was a wild episode — a lot of sound effects, but hilarious nonetheless. Please follow Kevin Shea. Follow Us! Kevin Shea Twitter: @Kevinsheacomedy Greg Edwards: Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com Bradlys Philoctete Facebook: Bradlys Philoctete Instagram: @classicbradlys Twitter: @BradlysComedy

Comedian Sal Calanni stops by the podcast and we talk about Virginia Politicians, Southern Racism, Names, middle class comedy, Flat Earth and so many more hilarious topics. Funny and chill episode, please follow Sal Calanni on all Social Media: Follow Us! Sal Calanni Twitter: @salcalanni Instagram: @salcalanni Salcalanni.com Greg Edwards: Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com Bradlys Philoctete Facebook: Bradlys Philoctete Instagram: @classicbradlys Twitter: @BradlysComedy

Serafina Costanza drops by the studio and puts Bradlys in his place, we talk about her buying a house, not believing in god, Greg breaks a microphone, we talk Marriage and so much more. Really fun episode. Please follow Serafina on all social media. Follow Us! SerafinaCostanz Instagram: @SerafinaCostanz Twitter: @SerafinaCostanz Greg Edwards: Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com Bradlys Philoctete Facebook: Bradlys Philoctete Instagram: @classicbradlys Twitter: @BradlysComedy

Comedian Chaz Carter stopped by the Blackstage podcast and we talked about sex resumes, rape culture, checking in on comics, competition within comedy, and staying away from the drama. Listen to this great episode and follow Chaz Carter on all social media.   Follow Us: Greg Edwards: Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com Bradlys Philoctete Facebook: Bradlys Philoctete Instagram: @classicbradlys Twitter: @BradlysComedy Chaz Carter Instagram: @pollypocketnegro Twitter: @SCarter724 chazcarter.com  

Alex Hooper stopped by the studio to bring his chill, charismatic, and hilarious positive attitude to the Blackstage podcast. We talked about his new podcast Achilles Heel, his pugs, rainy days in LA, time capsule of America, roast battles, Burning Man, and believing in yourself. Great episode! Please follow Alex Hooper on all social media.   Follow Us: Greg Edwards: Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com Bradlys Philoctete Facebook: Bradlys Philoctete Instagram: @classicbradlys Twitter: @BradlysComedy Alex Hooper Twitter: @hooperhairpuff Instagram: @hooperhairpuff

Happy New Year! Bradlys and Greg have a hilarious solo session about the comedy bust, comedy specials, money, R. Kelly (of course), and how big black women can say anything and get anything done. Great episode.   Follow Us: Greg Edwards: Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com Bradlys Philoctete Facebook: Bradlys Philoctete Instagram: @classicbradlys Twitter: @BradlysComedy

The incredible Brent Weinbach drops by the studio! We talk about his time in the Bay Area playing piano gigs, his love for R&B music, 16-bit video games, and his DJ music. We get deep into Brent's love for video games, which leads us into a great Mike Tyson story. Don't miss this great episode! Please follow Brent on all social media platforms.   Follow Us: Greg Edwards: Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com Bradlys Philoctete Facebook: Bradlys Philoctete Instagram: @classicbradlys Twitter: @BradlysComedy Brent Weinbach Twitter: @brentweinbach Instagram: @brentweinbachcomedy

The hilarious Ben Avery comes by the studio and talks about juuling, growing up religious in Texas, his college days going to a religious school, his first experience doing comedy, and how he sees the comedy game now.   Follow Us: Greg Edwards: Twitter: @gregthegrouch Instagram: @gregcomedy GregComedy.com Bradlys Philoctete Facebook: Bradlys Philoctete Instagram: @classicbradlys Twitter: @BradlysComedy Ben Avery Twitter: @benaveryisgood Instagram: @benaveryisgood