SURVIVAL OF THE WITTIEST

Welcome to our very first MINISODE with some of our mini-est guests and my all-time favorite tiny humans. This episode, we discover what makes Annabelle (6) and Dean (8) and James (2) laugh. Find out what Annabelle wants to be when she grows up (it’s quite a list). Sit down with Dean for some advice on how to be funnier. Finally, while we may not always know what James is saying, if you listen closely, you’ll learn the secrets of comedy. PS - Don’t ever trust Nora with your stuff! Featured Music: Sparky - Theresa Kloos (written by Theresa Kloos & Angelo Bonanno) www.theresakloos.com SAY HEY: Survivalofthewittiestpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: survivalofthewittiest Instagram: theresakloos Facebook: www.facebook.com/survivalofthewittiest Intro Music: Michael Hicks (piano), Rob Chase (bass), Brad Carbone (percussion) Sound Engineer: Noah DeBiase

This week, Theresa sits down with funny man RICHARD BUCKLEY to discuss what it was like growing up in Stoneham MA, how his handicap brother taught him how to be funny and why he became an actor. He shares his deep love for The Weston Playhouse, the time he thought P-Town was just a sleepy little place and how he went viral for trying a Starbucks Unicorn Frappuccino. Follow Richard: Youtube: RichW B Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/richard.buckley.908 Featured Music: Only For Me - Jen Houston https://www.facebook.com/jenhoustonmusic/ SAY HEY: Survivalofthewittiestpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: survivalofthewittiest Instagram: theresakloos Facebook: www.facebook.com/survivalofthewittiest Intro Music: Michael Hicks (piano), Rob Chase (bass), Brad Carbone (percussion) Sound Engineer: Noah DeBiase

Welcome back! We’re not clowning around this week - but we ARE talking with JACOB TISCHLER who was an actual CIRCUS CLOWN! Jacob talks about his time performing with Circus Smirkus, what he learned in the ring and why he doesn’t drink! He also discusses the teachers who’ve had a profound impact on shaping his artistic life and why I’m his favorite person to share the stage with. Follow Jacob: www.jacobtischler.com Instagram @yaycub.tischler Featured Music: Who Makes The Move - written by Jacob Tischler (featuring Phillipe Arroyo and Joe Mendick) SAY HEY: Survivalofthewittiestpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: survivalofthewittiest Instagram: theresakloos Facebook: www.facebook.com/survivalofthewittiest Intro Music: Michael Hicks (piano), Rob Chase (bass), Brad Carbone (percussion) Sound Engineer: Noah DeBiase

Happy Friday! My guest this week is none other than my very own flesh and blood, my brother, RANDY KLOOS. He spent 7 years in the Army and was deployed for 2 years in Iraq and 1 year in Afghanistan. We discuss his tours overseas, his favorite kind of comedy, and how he's able to bring happiness to Dunkin Donuts employees on the daily. He’s fun, hilarious and has one of the best outlooks on life you’ve ever heard. Follow Randy: Instagram @smallkillteam Check out Randy’s company - SKT Clothing: www.smallkillteam.com Featured Music: Ben Kunder - Love and Motion Follow Ben: http://www.benkunder.com/, Listen to Ben: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3UF7BFQmcD2Wc4BJqcMKI6?autoplay=true SAY HEY: Survivalofthewittiestpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: survivalofthewittiest Instagram: theresakloos Facebook: www.facebook.com/survivalofthewittiest Intro Music: Michael Hicks (piano), Rob Chase (bass), Brad Carbone (percussion) Sound Engineer: Noah DeBiase

HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY! This week, Theresa sits down with actor, writer and King of Dad jokes - DAVID GREGORY. They discuss growing up in Alaska, BBQ salmon, and the fact that, even from a young age, he has always felt like an old man at heart. David talks about his Dad (who may be one of the best Elvis impersonators out there), his love of old television shows, his work in tv and film, and why having humor in his relationships means everything to him. Follow David: Instagram + Twitter: @davidagreg Check out David’s Western Audio Drama: www.powderburnswest.com Featured Music: 5j Barrow - SEAGREEN DRESS Follow 5j Barrow: www.5jbarrow.com Spotify: http://open.spotify.com/artist/3HqGEjmcaC2jHYwSe2jWEC Instagram + Facebook: 5j Barrow SAY HEY: survivalofthewittiestpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: survivalofthewittiest Instagram: theresakloos Facebook: www.facebook.com/survivalofthewittiest Intro Music: Michael Hicks (piano), Rob Chase (bass), Brad Carbone (percussion) Sound Engineer: Noah DeBiase

WHAT’S UP PEOPLE! This episode, Theresa sits down with NYC comedian WENDI STARLING. They discuss how she got started in comedy by accident, growing up in California, and how her parents’ divorce gave her a unique perspective on humor. They discuss her work as a Sugar Baby and how, being open about her bi-polar in stand up gives her audiences the chance know her in a very real and vulnerable way. Keep an eye out for the documentary coming out this year about her life as a comedian. Follow Wendi: Twitter @wendistarling Instagram: wendibird82 www.wendistarling.com Featured Music: Glitch Cake - “Hunch” Kat Tingum & Poyraz Aldemir www.glitchcake.com Say hello: survivalofthewittiestpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: survivalofthewittiest Instagram: theresakloos Intro Music: Michael Hicks (piano), Rob Chase (bass), Brad Carbone (percussion) Sound Engineer: Noah DeBiase

Welcome back! This week, Theresa sits down with MUNSON HICKS. They discuss growing up on a farm in Vermont, his work with the acclaimed improv troupe The Proposition, and the time his family was investigated by the FBI. They also discuss why he prefers theatre to film, the definition of crotch casting, and surprise! Munson tells one of his infamous naughty jokes. Follow Munson! Facebook: Munson Hicks Featured Music: “Let You Roll” and “Hang Me Out To Dry” by NOON FIFTEEN Follow the band: www.noonfifteen.com Facebook: facebook.com/noonfifteen Say hello: survivalofthewittiestpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: survivalofthewittiest Instagram: theresakloos Intro Music: Michael Hicks (piano), Rob Chase (bass), Brad Carbone (percussion) Sound Engineer: Noah DeBiase

HAPPY THURSDAY! On this snowy, snowy day, let’s harken back to a warmer time - JULY! On this week’s episode, Theresa interviews RICKY JACKSON. They discuss what it’s like growing up in-between two farms, how he used humor to ward off grade school enemies and his very specific form of OCD. They also fall into a deep rabbit hole of discussing Amish life. Things you’ll learn in this episode: What is a holler? What are deer tags? How can you make your relationship last forever? (Spoiler: The rule is, there is no rule). Enjoy!!! Follow Ricky: Instagram + Twitter: rickyjacksn Facebook: Rick Jackson Featured Music: “Dirty Floors” by Ricky Jackson Follow his band MAGGIE: Instagram: maggietheband Say hello: survivalofthewittiestpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: survivalofthewittiest Instagram: theresakloos Intro Music: Michael Hicks (piano), Rob Chase (bass), Brad Carbone (percussion) Sound Engineer: Noah DeBiase

HAPPY HOLIDAYS! This episode, Theresa sits down with SERENA BROOK to discuss her favorite comedic roles, Mel Brooks movies, and her life in the acting company of PRAIRIE HOME COMPANION (Newly re-titled LIVE FROM HERE). Also on this episode: why good word puns are so delicious, her great great Uncle Zvee Scooler (who played the Rabbi in the movie version of Fiddler on the Roof) and shhh don’t tell anyone, but Serena may have written Moulin Rouge fanfiction way back when! Follow Serena: www.serenabrook.com Instagram: serena_brook Twitter: @Serena_G_Brook Featured Music: HEAVY SIXES (Tara Teschke + Tom Ray) Christmas Time is Here Sleigh Ride Follow the band: www.heavysixes.com https://www.reverbnation.com/heavysixes Say hello: survivalofthewittiestpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: survivalofthewittiest Instagram: theresakloos Intro Music: Michael Hicks (piano), Rob Chase (bass), Brad Carbone (percussion) Sound Engineer: Noah DeBiase

Theresa sits down with NYC comedian KATIE HANNIGAN this week on SOTW. They discuss both growing up in the midwest, going to Catholic school and the fact that both of their moms are nurses! #twins Katie talks about the first physical comedy she wrote and performed as a kid on Christmas morning in 1990, her work with experimental theater, and the fact that at heart, she’s an introvert. Follow Katie: www.katiehannigan.com Instagram: _katiehannigan_ Twitter: @katiehannigan Featured Music: Gianna Alessi - As Long As I’m Asleep Follow Gianna: www.giannaalessi.com Soundcloud: https://m.soundcloud.com/giannaalessimusic Email the show: survivalofthewittiestpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: survivalofthewittiest Instagram: theresakloos Intro Music: Michael Hicks (piano), Rob Chase (bass), Brad Carbone (percussion) Sound Engineer: Noah DeBiase

HAPPY THANKSGIVING! This week, Theresa sits down with Broadway actor DAVID BONANNO. They discuss what it’s like growing up in a big Italian family, his favorite television shows as a kid, and the fact that for a time he thought he might become a...(SPOILER) Catholic Priest! Join us for this very special holiday edition of Survival of the Wittiest! Follow David: www.davidbonanno.com Instagram: daveybonanno Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/davidbonannoactor Featured Music: 5j Barrow - THE EDGE OF MY SEAT Follow 5j Barrow: www.5jbarrow.com Spotify: http://open.spotify.com/artist/3HqGEjmcaC2jHYwSe2jWEC Instagram + Facebook: 5j Barrow Share a funny story about your family’s Thanksgiving dinner! Send it to: survivalofthewittiestpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: survivalofthewittiest Instagram: theresakloos Facebook: www.facebook.com/survivalofthewittiest Intro Music: Michael Hicks (piano), Rob Chase (bass), Brad Carbone (percussion) Sound Engineer: Noah DeBiase

On this week’s episode, Theresa sits down with comedian KHALID RAHMAAN. They discuss all things Brooklyn, gentrification and why being in a relationship with a comic is a nightmare. Also, why he loves observational comedy and how he tore his patella TWICE. Khalid is one of TBS' 2017 COMICS TO WATCH and is performing in a showcase at Caroline's on Broadway this Saturday, November 11 at 6pm. Get tickets here: http://www.carolines.com/comedian/comics-to-watch/ Follow Khalid: http://www.khalidrahmaan.com/ Instagram: khalidsays Facebook: Khalid A. Rahmaan Featured Music: Kerry Blu - “Mista” (featuring Toon Squad) Follow Kerry: www.kblumusic.com Instagram + Facebook: kblumusic Want your music featured on the podcast? Email: Survivalofthewittiestpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: survivalofthewittiest Instagram: theresakloos Facebook: www.facebook.com/survivalofthewittiest Intro Music: Michael Hicks (piano), Rob Chase (bass), Brad Carbone (percussion) Sound Engineer: Noah DeBiase

This week, Theresa sits down with singer and actor Bronwyn Whittle to discuss why she moved to America, how her Gran taught her to have a sharp tongue, the best way to get scholarships, and why she loves making people laugh. She shares her worst NYC poop story, Irish ABC’s, and the time her mom accidentally drugged her. Featured Music: Ben Kunder (feat. Kirty Scholte) - Don’t Dance Follow Ben: http://www.benkunder.com/, Listen to Ben: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3UF7BFQmcD2Wc4BJqcMKI6?autoplay=true Follow Bronwyn: https://www.bronwynwhittle.com/ Instagram: bronwhittle Instagram: thebookofhaipoos Email: Survivalofthewittiestpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: survivalofthewittiest Instagram: theresakloos Facebook: www.facebook.com/survivalofthewittiest Intro Music: Michael Hicks (piano), Rob Chase (bass), Brad Carbone (percussion) Sound Engineer: Noah Debiase

This week, Theresa sits down with Scrubs star, SAM LLOYD JR. to talk about all things comedy and horror, as well as his early days writing sketches for the Act IV Cabaret at The Weston Playhouse, his favorite scary movies, his first joke, doing his own stunt work on tv and why he moved to LA. SPOILER ALERT: Sam explains the birds and the bees in one sentence. Listener discretion is advised. Enjoy music featuring Sam Lloyd and his two bands, The Blanks (Ted’s Band from Scrubs) and The Butties (a Beatles Tribute Band). Featured Music: The Blanks - Hey Ya Follow the Blanks: http://www.theblankswebsite.com https://open.spotify.com/artist/1jYMGPJD48WOoXpOZFqW2J The Butties - Jolly Old St Nicholas (Featuring Up On The Housetop) Follow the Butties: http://www.thebutties.com/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/3bHSAHAn7FgwhBFLXf9n7L Email: Survivalofthewittiestpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: survivalofthewittiest Instagram: theresakloos Facebook: www.facebook.com/survivalofthewittiest Follow Sam: https://www.facebook.com/samlloydpage/ Intro Music: Michael Hicks (piano), Rob Chase (bass), Brad Carbone (percussion) Sound Engineer: Noah Debiase

Welcome to the first episode of Survival of Wittiest! This week, Theresa sits down with New York City comedian and co-host of the podcast Guys We Fucked, KRYSTYNA HUTCHINSON to discuss how she uses humor to cope with mental illness, interning at SNL, how she got into stand up, the best time of day to write a book and why comics should never apologize. Featured Music: Glitch Cake - “Insomniac” Kat Tingum & Poyraz Aldemir www.glitchcake.com Email: Survivalofthewittiestpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: survivalofthewittiest Instagram: theresakloos Facebook: www.facebook.com/survivalofthewittiest Follow Krystyna on Instagram: krystynahutch Pre-order Krystyna Hutchinson and Corinne Fisher’s book F*CKED: Being Sexually Explorative and Self-Confident in a World That’s Screwed: http://www.sorryaboutlastnightcomedy.com/book/ Intro music: Michael Hicks (piano), Rob Chase (bass), Brad Carbone (percussion) Sound engineer: Noah DeBiase