Wondering what a career in comedy looks like? We are too! We interview top comics in Austin and around the country, picking their brains about the process of becoming a professional stand up comic and the variety of forms that might take. Hosted by Arielle Norman.
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In this live Out of Bounds Comedy Festival edition, Ian Abramson shares stories from coming up in Chicago, where he creatively promoted the unique shows he produced on the winding road toward getting a manager. With a Q&A from the audience.
Abby Rosenquist (New York, JFL, Fuse’s Uproarious) joins Arielle to discuss the ol’ women in comedy question, making $$, and what to do next in her career.
Amy Miller (8 years in - LA - Last Comic Standing, Flophouse, Doug Loves Movies) talks to Arielle about fun and foibles with festivals and industry peeps. She discusses next steps when you hit the point in your career when it’s all about waiting on the gatekeepers to bestow their blessings upon you.
Brian Gaar (comedian, TV host, journalist, writer) joins Brett and Arielle to discuss starting a little late and taking it a little easy and still achieving more than most, from a large Twitter following to a comedy special and a TV show.
Rob joins the LTB duo to share tips and wisdom on being a good host, addressing weird audience situations, and running a successful show.
The great Sam Tallent (Denver/Las Vegas) joins us to talk always killing, working your way up on the road, writing a novel, and maintaining a marriage.
Chris Thayer (Adam Devine's House Party, Flophouse, The Pete Holmes Show) talks the triumphs and pitfalls of getting a leg up early on and how a change of zipcode can change your perspective with Brett and Arielle on this weeks LTB.
Matt Broussard joins Arielle and Brett to talk about early career opportunities, moving to LA too early, making a good living and the hard parts of success.
Enzo Priesnitz joins Brett and Arielle to discuss his joke writing and refining process, how winning FPIA has influenced him, and more.
Bob Khosravi (a Dallas -> Austin comic) joins Arielle to discuss calling bookers, moving to a new scene, what your goals should be and more.
Danny Palumbo (Pittsburgh -> Austin -> LA) tells Arielle about the Louis CK scandal, and they discuss winning FPIA, getting New Faces, the importance and nature of TV credits, and more.
Doug Mellard talks to us about recording his album Fart Safari at The New Movement in Austin, merch ideas, going to therapy and more.
Robert Segovia drops by to talk to Arielle and Brett about tour life, dismounting the stage, and merch.
Gary Levitt stops by and talks to Arielle and Brett about hanging out in Austin, writing music, and NYC.
Ryan Cownie stops by to talk about his upcoming recording and bits.
Brian Zeolla (@brianzeolla) stops by to talk fest life, Florida, and how to tour.
Comedian Tai Nguyen stops by and talks the taping of his recent comedy special, insecurities, and preparing yourself for the stage.
Special crossover podcast with Comedy Wham! Valerie Lopez and Arielle Norman discuss what they've learned from interviewing comics over the last year
JT Habersaat stops by to talk Altercation Comedy Festival, the road, and taping your setlist to a monitor.
Arielle talks voices, moving, and the delicate balance of drug use with Raul Sanchez (@genericraul).
Brett VerVoort joins Arielle to talk touring comedy with special guest Sandra Valls (@sandravalls).
Arille does a quick update and riffs a little with JT Kelley in the studio.
Jered talks to Michael Good and Courtney Peterson about all things comedy.
Comedian Devon Walker (@internetdevon) drops by to talk writing, shows, FPIA, and dreams.
Comedian, filmmaker, and writer Mitch Mekulsia drops by to talk writing regiments, boosting your friends, and sucking ass on stage.Comedian, filmmaker, and writer Mitch Mekulsia drops by to talk writing regiments, boosting your friends, and how to not suck ass on stage.
Jered interviews Arielle about tampons, comedy, and tampons.
The Gross Lonley Boys (Enzo Priesnitz, Andrew Clarkston, Danny Goodwin) drop by.
Comedian/actor Zac Brooks (@ZacBrooks) stops by to talk porn, shows, and consistency.
Comedian/writer/teacher Jeff Simmermon (@jeffsimmermon) stops by to talk albums, creating classes, and story slams.
Comedian/actor Mac Blake stops by to talk commercial work, shaking off external pressure, and making a damn album.
Comedian Chris Tellez (@hichristellez) stops by and talks writing techniques and the greatest bomb of his life.
Vanessa Marie Gonzalez (@Buhnessa) stops by and chats Christ blankets, acting, a how to design a writing partner program.
Andrew Dismukes (@andrew_vinny) stops by to talk scoring meetings, reading scrips, and the inner-workings of stand-up.
Comedian Avery Moore (@AveryReedMoore) stops by to chat open mics, hanging at fests, and irie Florida.
Comedian, actress, and writer Martha Kelly stops by to talk some comedy.
Comedian Nick Saverino (@SavandsomeRino) stops by and talks writing and writing for a bit.
Comedian and writer Jake Flores (@feraljokes) stops by to talk makin' it big in the Big Apple.
Comedian/filmmaker/actress Christina Parrish (@ibesuper, The Chip Show) stops by to talk about improvising, acting, and comedy-ing.
Rob Gagnon (@RobGagnons) stops by and talks weird shows and weird writing.
Lisa Delarios (@LisaDelarios) comes by and talks scene support, writing for yourself, and getting bit by the bug.
Matt Bearden (@MattBearden) stops by and talks the finer points of establishing a solid show, doing shows outside of your comfort zone, and most importantly making people laugh.
Comedian/podcaster Ryan Gurian (@RyanGurian) stops by to discuss the city of New York, beating your head against a wall, and staying true to yourself on stage.
Aaron Brooks (@FunnyBrooks) stops by to talk about how to make jokes work and writing yourself out of difficult situations.
Comedian M.K. Paulsen (@mkpaulsen) talks about working out of multiple cities and living as an artist.
Mario DiGiorgio stops by to talk about the state of comedy then and now.
Comedian JT Kelley (@JTsmelly) stops by to talk about how to get people to take you seriously in a comedy scene while still maintaining your tough edge.
Comedian and writer Carina Magyar (@mllecarina) talks about connecting with audiences and keeping your material fresh.
Good guy Pat Dean (@PatDean) stops by to talk insult comedy, making money, and getting hit on.
Comedian Jay Whitecotton (@whitecotton) brings his great hair by to discuss the finer points of the human experience and facing your fears.
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