Love Notes by Taquita Love

In this episode, join the hilarious Comedian Jay Washington as he dives into the world of comedy, sharing insightful anecdotes and behind-the-scenes stories from his comedic journey. From navigating the stand-up circuit to the art of crafting a perfect punchline, Jay brings his unique perspective and infectious humor to the table. But that's not all – get ready for a surprising twist as Jay opens up about his personal experience with a tracheotomy. This candid conversation adds a layer of depth to the laughter, offering listeners a glimpse into the challenges and triumphs that shape Jay's life both on and off the stage. Tune in for laughter, genuine moments, and a side of storytelling you won't find anywhere else! . --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taquita-love/support

Erin Darling discuss Oil of Oregano , Directing Comedy Specials, Comedy Goals and Beard Burn . --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taquita-love/support

Get ready for a high-energy episode as Tyrhee Spivey and Taquita dive into the captivating world of memories and laughter. Tyrhee spills the beans on his journey from anonymity to social media sensation, unveiling his endless talents that have left a mark on the digital landscape. Meanwhile, Taquita brings a touch of mystery to the table, sharing why she keeps her comedic prowess under wraps when entering the dating scene. It's a rollercoaster of fun, nostalgia, and surprising revelations. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taquita-love/support

Donald M. George—Comedian, Actor, and Veteran, shares how the challenges of performing almost surpassed those of war. Hosted by Taquita, we explore the evolution of their friendship, highlighted by Donald's motivating mantra "Friends Don't Let Friends Dream Alone." Laugh, learn, and heal with us as we delve into the transformative power of laughter and face fears head-on. And for those in emotional crisis, help is just a call or text away at 988. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taquita-love/support

Join host Taquita and her multi-talented brother, recording artist and nurse Masslow, in a candid and laughter-filled conversation that takes you on a journey through their unique experiences. In this episode, the dynamic duo shares their hilarious escapades, from tackling David A Arnold's comedy class together to reminiscing about their upbringing in the hood. Masslow, who effortlessly juggles a career in the music industry with his responsibilities as a nurse, provides a fascinating perspective on the intersection of these two worlds. Discover how a simple stethoscope becomes a symbol of respect in the streets of South Central, surprising Masslow with the unexpected admiration it commands. The siblings also delve into the perks of donning a lab coat in everyday life, exploring the special privileges that come with it—some too amusing to deny. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taquita-love/support

A New Season, A New Look, A New Vibe. Taquita Love creates a movement that is more than medicine as she continues talking to her funny friends about medical mishaps. Chicago's own #TeamJohnHill is on the track. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taquita-love/support

Comedian and Actor Chase Anthony shares his journey to sucess, working with Sinbad, and how he popped his own shoulder back in place. Catch Chase Anthony starring in Bigger on BET. http://www.kpcomedy.com/chase-anthony.html Taquita shares how a fan got too friendly, her anxiety with the pandemic, and how comedy becomes therapy. www.taquitalove.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/taquita-love/support

Taquita and Keenan discuss comedy, how kidney stones landed him a trip to the ER, and find out who got their "bladder busted." --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/taquita-love/support

Taquita and Jesse discuss sketch writing at UCB, their common need for Ativan, and Jesse's comedy journey that led him to writing on Mixed-ish. Jesse Esparza is a writer and actor, known for Mixed-ish (2019), I Want My Phone Back(2016) and The 2016 CBS Diversity Sketch Comedy Showcase (2016). Follow him on IG @jesse_is_awesome --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/taquita-love/support

About the Host: Hailing from Chicago, IL, Taquita is just what the Doctor ordered. With her expertise as a Registered Nurse, she prescribes and administers comedic relief for the soul. Taquita has been featured on Funny or Die, Amazon Prime, and Laughs on FOX. The former graduate of Second City LA and UCB LA ( Improv and Sketch Writing) takes you on a journey into her world, exposing her perspective on life as a nurse and growing up in a household with a mom in recovery. Her brilliant style of storytelling and play on words will leave you with withdrawals. She's not your average Nurse. She is not your average Comedian. She is just what the Doctor Ordered! www.taquitalove.com About the Guest: After Hurricane Katrina displaced Boogie B to Washington DC, Boogie B became a highly sought after, up and coming comedian in D.C., New York, Baltimore and Philadelphia metro areas. Boogie B has now moved to his current home in Los Angeles, California to take over the West Coast comedy scene. Boogie B can bee seen on Amazon Prime and Live daily on his "Let Me Stress You Out Show" on Facebook and Instagram. https://www.comedianboogieb.live --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/taquita-love/support

The Host: Hailing from Chicago, IL, Taquita is just what the Doctor ordered. With her expertise as a Registered Nurse, she prescribes and administers comedic relief for the soul. Taquita has been featured on Funny or Die, Amazon Prime, and Laughs on FOX. The former graduate of Second City LA and UCB LA ( Improv and Sketch Writing) takes you on a journey into her world, exposing her perspective on life as a nurse and growing up in a household with a mom in recovery. Her brilliant style of storytelling and play on words will leave you with withdrawals. She's not your average Nurse. She is not your average Comedian. She is just what the Doctor Ordered! The Guest Beth Stelling is a stand-up comedian, writer and actress, based in Los Angeles. Beth's comedy journey began in Chicago, where she was named “Best Stand-up Comedian in Chicago” by The Chicago Reader in 2010. Soon after she was a “New Face” in Montreal's Just for Laughs Festival. Within her first year in L.A., Beth made her late night TV debut on Conan and released her debut album "Sweet Beth" via Rooftop Records. Beth soon after appeared on comedy programs such as @midnight, Chelsea Lately, The Pete Holmes Show, and Jimmy Kimmel Live. That year Beth filmed her Comedy Central “The Half Hour” stand-up special in Boston, and Vulture named it one of the "Best Stand-up Specials of 2015." In conjunction with her Comedy Central special, Stelling released her second comedy album "Simply the Beth." The Interrobang and Splitsider named it one of the top ten albums of 2015. Her second half hour stand-up special was filmed in L.A and is now streaming on Netflix as part of The Standups series (Episode 5 of season 1). Beth's first hour stand-up special Girl Daddy was produced by Conan O'Brien and Team Coco, and dropped August 20th 2020 on HBO Max. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/taquita-love/support

The Host: Hailing from Chicago, IL, Taquita is just what the Doctor ordered. With her expertise as a Registered Nurse, she prescribes and administers comedic relief for the soul. Taquita has been featured on Funny or Die, Amazon Prime, and Laughs on FOX. The former graduate of Second City LA and UCB LA ( Improv and Sketch Writing) takes you on a journey into her world, exposing her perspective on life as a nurse and growing up in a household with a mom in recovery. Her brilliant style of storytelling and play on words will leave you with withdrawals. She's not your average Nurse. She is not your average Comedian. She is just what the Doctor Ordered! The Guest: Comedian Mike Head was encouraged by his co-workers and family members to showcase his foolishness and celebrity impersonation. He became a finalist for the nationwide comedy competition, Stand-Up for NBC, and Comedy Wings Competition at the American Black Film Festival. Michael performs at clubs, churches, and corporate events all across the country; and can be seen on Laughs TV on Hulu and Tru TV's Laff Mob's Laff Tracks. Check out Mike Head acting alongside Regina Hall in the Lifetime feature film "With This Ring", directed by Nzingha Stewart. www.mikeheadcomedy.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/taquita-love/support

Hailing from Chicago, IL, Taquita is just what the Doctor ordered. With her expertise as a Registered Nurse, she prescribes and administers comedic relief for the soul through stand-up comedy, motivational speaking, and storytelling. Taquita has been featured on Funny or Die and Laughs on FOX. The former graduate of Second City LA and UCB LA ( Improv and Sketch Writing) takes you on a journey into her world, exposing her perspective on life as a nurse and growing up in a household with a mom in recovery. Her brilliant style of storytelling and play on words will leave you with withdrawals. She's not your average Nurse. She is not your average Comedian. She is just what the Doctor Ordered! Known as one of "Tap's Leading Ladies" Maud Arnold is a member of the female tap band, the Syncopated Ladies, known for viral videos with the most successful being their tribute to Prince and their cover of Beyoncé's Formation, which Beyoncé shared on all of her social media and then hired Syncopated Ladies to perform at her Ivy Park active wear clothing line launch in London. Maud also performed live with the Syncopated Ladies on ABC's Good Morning America, the Ellen Show with Pharrell Williams and N.E.R.D. and sold-out concerts in Los Angeles, Dubai, New York City, and Washington, DC, receiving rave reviews in The New York Times and more. Mentored and trained by Debbie Allen, Maud has taught at Debbie Allen Dance Academy in Los Angeles and has taught tap dancing and Afro-Funk internationally. Maud can also be been seen on the Black Lady Sketch Show, BET Experience: 106 and Park, The Late Late Show With James Corden, HBO's Boardwalk Empire, Switched at Birth, Secret Talents of the Stars as a featured dancer with Mya, The Today Show and Syncopated Ladies winning Season 11 of FOX's So You Think You Can Dance: Dance Crew Battle. Maud is a female entrepreneur that holds a degree from Columbia University. Further to teaching, she oversees Chloe and Maud Productions and their many entities, including their clothing lines: I LOVE TAP and UniLove as well as their tap dance workshops and after school programs. Maud exudes her passion for tap dancing with her high energy, fun, and action-packed dancing. Added to her list of talents, she is also a comedian.She has proven that the sky is the limit. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/taquita-love/support

Hailing from Chicago, IL, Taquita is just what the doctor ordered. With her expertise as a Registered Nurse, she prescribes and administers comedic relief for the soul through stand-up comedy, motivational speaking, and storytelling. Taquita has been featured on Funny or Die ,Laughs on FOX, and Amazon Prime. The former graduate of Second City LA, and UCB LA ( Improv and Sketch Writing) takes you on a journey into her world exposing her perspective on life as a nurse and growing up in a household with a mom in recovery. Her brilliant style of storytelling and play on words will leave you with withdrawals. She's not your average Nurse. She is not your average Comedian. She is just what the Doctor Ordered! The OG. Comedian, Actor, Writer, Host, and SURVIVOR Rodney Perry is on #lovenotesbytaquitalove !!!! He has survived a Stroke in which he talks about in his comedy special "Rodney Perry: 44 and Still Ticking". He recently survived COVID 19 and shares how his CNA became his BFF. He's known for being the co-host of the Mo'Nique show, which explains how he flipped it and interviewed Taquita. You've seen him on "Who's Got Jokes" and "Madea's Big Happy Family" and will see him soon starring in Coming to America 2. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/taquita-love/support

Finley and Taquita talk balancing professional jobs with comedy. Finely Shares writing for the CBS Diversity , and how Hatian Oil and Salt cured evers everything. Hailing from Chicago, IL, Taquita is just what the Doctor ordered. With her expertise as a Registered Nurse, she prescribes and administers comedic relief for the soul through stand-up comedy, motivational speaking, and storytelling. Taquita has been featured on Funny or Die and Laughs on FOX. The former graduate of Second City LA and UCB LA ( Improv and Sketch Writing) takes you on a journey into her world, exposing her perspective on life as a nurse and growing up in a household with a mom in recovery. Her brilliant style of storytelling and play on words will leave you with withdrawals. She's not your average Nurse. She is not your average Comedian. She is just what the Doctor Ordered! Finely was born in Brooklyn and raised in Miami to Haitian parents; Finley Polynice has a unique perspective. Now living in Los Angeles, this comedian, actor, writer, singer, underwear model, and wannabe thug take Hollywood by storm. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/taquita-love/support

Taquita shares her experience as a Pediatric Oncology Nurse, her rap battles, and how comedy balances her world, as Sterling shared losing his father to cancer. Sterling Scott just dropped a new comedy album #corporatecleancomedy, and he gives the game on how to profit from producing your own album. Sterling shares his experience at Just For Laughs (JFL), getting a development deal for Kevin Hart's lol Network, and the "Hurry Up and Wait" game of Hollywood. Find out how he found out he had twins and what job he had before comedy. Sterling Scott is a high-energy crowd favorite with notable performances at the Just for laughs festival. This internationally touring comedian has performed in Iraq performing for the troops. This writer and actor on Canadas longest-running comedy series "this hour has 22 minutes" recently signed a development deal at Kevin Hart's LOL Network and is the first Black Canadian to win the San Francisco comedy competition in 2019. Follow Him! Instagram and Twitter @sterlingsjokes Facebook: Comedian Sterling Scott --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/taquita-love/support

Taquita shares how losing her Grandmother to cancer led her to a nursing career, how she had to earn her comedy stripes, and meeting Mason Pryor at an Open Mic in Hollywood. Mason Pryor shares his desire to star in a movie role playing his dad, the Legendary Richard Pryor. What was life like before comedy for Mason? . Mason shares his experience performing at the World Famous Apollo Theatre and the life lessons he has learned. He shares working with Eddie Griffin in Las Vegas, his fear of meeting Chris Rock, and what he admires about Katt Williams. Mason shares what it was like dating a nurse and how a banana-shaped skateboard landed him an ER trip. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/taquita-love/support

Taquita and Daheli share the same "Blood from Beets" mishap. DAHÉLI shares her experience performing on Hell Date, writing and performing on MaDD TV , and her role in Bad Hair. She drops jewels on how to stay the course in the entertainment world. This is a must listen for anyone trying to make it looking for their lane. This episode is full is sista love! DAHÉLI HALL [da.hay.lee] is an LA-based performer, writer, and director. Dahéli is featured in Justin Simien's sophomore film, BAD HAIR which premiered at this year's Sundance Film Festival. Currently, she is a writer and performer on Netflix's DEAR WHITE PEOPLE and a recurring character on GRACE & FRANKIE. She is best known as a cast member and writer on season 13 of Fox's MADtv. She recently sold a half-hour comedy to BET that Pacific Electric Company is producing. Dahéli also co-created the original comedy, ANGRY BLACK WOMEN which won 2017's Just For Laughs “From Set to Screen” and was a selection at Series Fest. Dahéli received a BFA from NYU Tisch School of the Arts and an MFA from the Stark Producing Program at USC. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/taquita-love/support

Comedian Jasmyn Carter shares life after having Brain Surgery and her experience with Chiari Malformation. Taquita shares being hospitalized after hip surgery and losing her race to the restroom. They talk all things comedy, bedpans, and foley catheters. Jasmyn Carter is a Comedian from Cleveland, Ohio. She is known for her Vine, Instagram, and YouTube comedy sketches and has over 115k followers on Instagram as well as appearances on WorldStar. Jasmyn performs all over, including Bonkerz Comedy Club, The Hannah, Hilarities at Pickwick and Frolic, the Cleveland Improv, Pittsburgh Improv, and the Chicago Laugh Factory. She is the first woman to win The Accidental Comedy Festival in 2016. She can be seen on Laugh Tonight with Damon Williams. https://www.instagram.com/__jasmyn/?hl=en --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/taquita-love/support

Taquita has a BSN and is a comic. Bileko has two masters and is a comic. Not only does he drop knowledge , but he also dropped a mix tape. About Bileko Born and raised in Los Angeles California. He is first generation Congolese (Democratic Republic of Congo). Raised to become a Medical Doctor, Bileko has a Masters in Biomedical Sciences and a Masters in Public Health. However Bileko Wissa fell in love with Comedy and never looked back. He is a director and writer, creating a series (In pre Production) called "FeeWee Helms Music". Host his own podcast called "Whats The Hook Podcast", which is on iTunes and Spotify. He is in development of his own production company that caters to his Congolese background called "Bantu Boyz Check out his mixtape https://www.datpiff.com/B-Strokes-Swag:-Da-Mixtape--mixtape.958453.html --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/taquita-love/support

Taquita and Kennelia share their journeys as female comedians in LA. Find out how taking birth control pills lead Kennelia her to the cardiac unit at the hospital. Kennelia shares the love she received from the black community from rocking her natural hair while working as a Traffic Anchor on ABC10 (KXTV) Sacramento's “Morning Blend. Kennelia is from the “Blue Collar” city of Flint, MI. She is a Stand-up Comedian, Actress, Host, and Hampton University graduate who can be seen on FOX, CBS & HULU, including a recent co-star appearance on “Superior Donuts”. Follow Kennelia on Facebook/Twitter/Instagram: @Kennelia www.kennelia.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/taquita-love/support

Taquita and Nnete share comedienne stories. Nnete shares how "burning feet" cost her $400. Nnete flips the scrip and teaches Taquita about Hashimoto Disease. Find out why Nnete only lasted 2 days doing taxes in Compton. Nnete Inyangumia is a budding SAG actor who can be seen on Lionsgate's feature film Honored, Tru TV's Adam Ruins Everything, and performing standup on Buzzfeed's Open Mic Live! Nnete's quick whit, funny and infectious personality quickly made her the voice of Houston's legendary Radio One 97.9 The Box radio station morning show, As a natural conversationalist she has interviewed dignitaries and celebrities such as our First Lady Michelle Obama, Janet Jackson, Beyonce, and Jay Z! Rolling Out Magazine has named Nnete as one of the Top 25 Women in Houston and she has been recognized as a Distinguished Alumni of the University of Houston. Nnete earned a Bachelor's of Business Administration in Finance from the University of Houston and is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/taquita-love/support

We start to learn some dirt on our host - did she get into a fight in the hospital? Comedian Jeremy Scipio shares how a "certain" type of sex landed him a trip to the ER asking for a sex test for his throat. Originally from Cincinnati, Ohio. Jeremy's unique upbringing lead him to a life of comedy as a means of expressing his ideas and beliefs. He has opened for tons of comedy juggernauts like Russell Peters and Josh Nasar. He also performed on the show entitled, “DAVE CHAPPELLE: THE PROCESS” along side Chris Rock and Hannibal Buress. Jeremy has on appeared on STAND UP AND DELIVER (NUVO TV) which can be seen on HULU, as well as ASK OPRAH'S ALL-STARS (OWN) and FOX. He's also made appearances in very popular videos on BUZZFEED and FUNNY OR DIE. Jeremy has participated in the EDINBURGH FRINGE FESTIVAL (2018) and recently toured South Asia. He also released his debut comedy album “HAPPENS TO THE BEST OF US” to high critical praise. One publication calling it, “The return of fearless, intimate, expositional comedy! Go Check him out now! https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/jeremyscippio/e1E8 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/taquita-love/support

Charlie Wilson TV prepared Taquita for her first New York Comedy Run by gifting her with a Metro Pass which ignited their friendship. Comedian Charlie Wilson TV is so much more than a funny man. He motivates and uplifts while making you laugh and believe in yourself. He tells us how he found love in comedy while chasing the love of his life as well as his experience on the Steve Harvey Show . Charlie Wilson TV can be seen hosting Season 3 of Amazons Prime's Laugh After Dark". --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/taquita-love/support

Did police plant Cocaine on Comedian BT Kingsley? Find out why BT Kingsley spent so much of his youth in the hospital. And what was Taquita selling at the Strip Club?

Nurse and Comedian Taquita Love, and guest Comedian Antione Young take a trip down memory lane as they discuss Taquita giving him a "pill to relax" and a swig of Raspberry Lemonade, and how a wrinkled labia changed his mind about being a nurse. Antoine's dead pan, observational wit has been showcased at major comedy clubs and he has recently been seen on Gotham Comedy Live on AXSTV, Fox Laughs, BiteSizeTV and TruTV Lafftracks. You can see Antoine performing at comedy clubs across the country touring with Tony Rock; as well as fulfilling one of his passions in entertaining our troops. When not on stage, Antoine spends his time at Barnes and Noble making women believe he loves to read. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/taquita-love/support

Comedian Ketra Long shares bombing in front of recording artist Neo, how hustling her big sister for money saved her life, and how she received her diagnosis of Breast Cancer. Ketra Long is an international standup comedian, actress, writer, director, and producer from Birmingham, Alabama. She is quick-witted with a no-nonsense touch of southern charm. You can find her on Amazon Prime's "Laugh After Dark". Her Web Series "Bearded" is coming this Fall. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/taquita-love/support

Long time friend and Comedian Sean Grant shares his resentment to Taquita for having a "Real" job, the time he got boo'd at the World Famous Apollo Theater, and how loosing weight landed him a trip to the ER. About Sean Grant: Sean was recognized as the Funniest College Kid in America by Jimmy Kimmel Live! Soon after he landed a Guest Role on TBS' Meet the Brown's as well as on IFC's Maron. He has also appeared on FUSE TV's WTF Baron Davis as a guest and as a featured comic on Seasons One & Two of TRU TV's Laff Tracks. His debut album Sean Grant: First of His Name can be heard on Sirius XM, Pandora and Spotify and is available for purchase on all platforms. Check out his new show on : YouTube Hypothetecal Debate Show https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EFBi4-imrIk&feature=youtu.be --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/taquita-love/support

The dynamic Diva Del Harrison shares her shocking experience at the strip club, dealing with a dreadful doctor and Why she believes dogs keep their balls! Check her out co-hosting Amazon Primes show "Let's Talk Hair " and listen to her Comedy album "Oh Yeah Girl" that just dropped on all listening platforms. (https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/delharrison/oh-yeah-girl) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/taquita-love/support

A spinoff from her Sketch Web Series "Nursing Notes", Love Notes is a comedy podcast hosted by Comedian and Nurse Taquita Love. She invites you into her world as a comedian and shares medical mishaps with some of her funny friends. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/taquita-love/support