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Recorded at The Comedy Zone in Charlotte, NC, our guests include A-List headlining and feature comedians from across the country. New shows @ noon EST every Friday. We are likely NSFW unless you work in a super-progressive place, or in a comedy club. Hosted by Will Jacobs and Jason Allen King.

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    Latest episodes from The Comedy Zone Podcast

    The Josh

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 115:00


    Jonathan's Juneteenth Special at Goodnight's, Jordan's One of One Exhibit at VisArt, La-Tinas, Lil Wayne's Tha Carter VI was named wrong, Jordan thinks Lil Wayne was sinning, This is an Epic, TheJosh vs Justin-27 as performed by Jonathan and Jason, Bodybuilding, Calendar Math, Jordan in the movie Night Terrors now filming, Jason at Sumthin' Good Soul Food, Jordan thinks songs are better without kids and the guys bring receipts.  Get tickets to Jonathan Williams' show at Goodnights in Raleigh here https://www.goodnightscomedy.com/shows/312575

    Wins & Losses

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 112:03


    intimate shaving, Wins & Losses, Selling tickets ain't easy, Intelligent Marking, Kanye's at it again, Social Media strategy, Conclave, Getting booked at clubs, The best TV show of all time: MASH, RIP Loretta Swift, Jordan and Tipping, WYR x2

    That's the Beauty of the Gaycation

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 97:35


    Name changes, Do Tell, Cruise Line Comedy, Jonathan headlining DC, Three's Comedy Tour in GA, HBO vs MAX, Gaycations, Thank you Reddit.

    They're Not Armadillos

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 95:26


    Jonathan and Jordan attend the Kendrick Lamar/Sza concert; plus the 100 men vs. one gorilla debate goes off the rails.

    armadillos kendrick lamar sza
    Boston Has Wind

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 72:56


    Jonathan in NYC, It is cold, NFL Draft, Shedur Sanders, Kickers' Wives, All dads do it, WYR in the bathroom?

    Reverse Forrest Gump

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 121:47


    This week's episode is a wild ride of jokes, nuance, news, and existential hypotheticals. The guys kick things off with updates on the Three's Comedy tour and some lighthearted talk about the Savannah Bananas and baseball nostalgia—before diving deep into heavy topics like fame, responsibility, abuse allegations, and Kanye's recent disturbing tweet. Later, they explore reincarnation vs. resetting your life, a Would You Rather segment that somehow ties in math, puberty, and metaphysical enlightenment, and close out by debating whether they'd rather shower three times a day or twice a week with only a gallon of water. There's comedy, there's heart, and there's even a new movie pitch: Re-Black—an identity-swapping reincarnation thriller we definitely need to make happen.

    60-Hour Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 113:17


    Opening:     •    The crew (Jordan, Mr. Williams Comedy, and Jason) open with playful banter about comedy names and Jason's signature response: “I'm dynamite.”     •    They officially announce the Three's Comedy Tour, with stops in:     •    Atlanta (Stage Door Theater – May 29)     •    Ferryville, VA (Copper Fox Distillery – July 18–19)     •    Williamsburg, VA (Copper Fox Distillery – August 29–30)     •    Plans to add a June date are in the works.     •    The idea is to build synergy between the podcast and their stand-up acts, with potential for live podcast tapings in the future. Middle Segments:     •    60 Hours in a Day? A long and hilarious debate unfolds about time, days, and Earth's rotation. Jonathan jokingly proposes that a true day should be 60 hours, sparking back-and-forth arguments about circadian rhythms, Mars time, and how arbitrary time systems really are.     •    Blue Origin Controversy: The group discusses Jeff Bezos' latest Blue Origin space flight, which featured an all-women crew (including Katy Perry and Gail King). While the mission was promoted as a feminist milestone, the hosts critique it as tone-deaf, self-serving PR, especially given the political climate and global instability.     •    Special note: They show empathy for Amanda Nguyen, a survivor-turned-activist whose spaceflight dream had a deeper meaning.     •    They slam the commercialism and celebrity inclusion, joking about a “Blue Orgy” and mocking the performative nature of the launch.     •    Festival Fails & Coachella Moments:     •    They react to d4vd's viral Coachella backflip fail and compare it to a stage dive gone wrong by Ginuwine and a now-infamous Miguel leg-drop.     •    They roast festival stunts, influencer culture, and the generational divide in handling on-stage mishaps. Final Segment: Bernie Sanders at Coachella     •    A surprise Coachella appearance by Bernie Sanders sparks heated (and hilarious) debate:     •    Jonathan argues that Bernie's message is necessary and urgent, even if it interrupts the party vibe.     •    Others point out the tension between escapism and activism—but agree that in this political moment, awareness is critical.     •    They close with sharp political commentary balanced with comedy and a reminder that the world can't be ignored just because we're having fun.

    Lil MAGA

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 127:07


     LOOKING SEXY, JORDAN'S GOT SEGUES, HOUSTON BASKETBALL, SEVERANCE (NO SPOILERS), ELITISTS, DIRE WOLVES, JORDAN'S PRANK GAME, BIG SHOWS COMING, WOULD YOU RATHER?

    My Reputation is F****D

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 109:55


    Kanye being the most Kanye, Corey Booker goes to Washington, Stephen A. vs LeBron, Hilary is great, taking comedy notes, standup origin stories...

    The Lost Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 55:33


    This unreleased Zoning Out gem finally sees the light of day! From Kendrick Lamar memes and sock debates to the Super Bowl halftime show, Spirit Airlines love, and an unexpected deep dive into politics, plane crashes, and working inside "the system"—this one goes everywhere. Also: Jason introduces the Enneagram test, Jordan defends going to bed at 10pm, and we all roast each other's flight history.

    Marvel is Propaganda

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 135:21


    Exit 3A, Jay-Z, Reasonable Doubt, NY Strip Steak gets a new name for some reason, Measles are less important, Conspiracies, Propaganda, and Marvel. 

    Jokes, Judgments, and the Final Frontier

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2025 113:54


    The hosts discuss a wide range of topics including music, comedy, and hypothetical scenarios. They explore the intricacies of Casey Musgraves' 2018 album 'Golden Hour,' sharing both their personal opinions and providing context about the artist's career and album's significance. The conversation then shifts to broader societal issues, including the impact of a potentially devastating asteroid and the implications of parental advisory stickers on music, relating it back to the Hamilton soundtrack. They also dive into various light-hearted and hypothetical 'Would You Rather' scenarios, including selecting U.S. cities to be hit by an asteroid and have a humorous debate on these choices. This description was definitely not written by AI.

    Double Digits

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2025 114:02


    In this episode of Zoning Out, the hosts dive into a range of topics, starting with a discussion on the evolution of music and art. They debate whether early hip-hop, jazz, or even cave paintings were inherently “dumb” before evolving into respected forms. This leads to a broader conversation about stand-up comedy, including the risks of bringing a date to a show, performing in front of different audience sizes, and the unpredictability of comedy venues. They share personal stories of awkward gigs, including a recent show at a resort with less-than-ideal accommodations and a hilariously unexpected audience interaction. The conversation takes a turn into internet culture, with the hosts discussing the viral sensation surrounding a tiny anglerfish that surfaced unexpectedly, evoking deep emotional responses from people online. From there, they tackle societal frustrations, including outrage over public acts of grief, the absurdity of Fox News headlines like “Manly Men Have Left the Democratic Party for Trump,” and the performative nature of masculinity. They explore why some people seem determined to be angry at harmless things, emphasizing the importance of letting people live without unnecessary judgment. Rounding out the episode, the hosts debate the growing use of Ozempic for weight loss, discussing whether they would take a hypothetical “comedy Ozempic” if it guaranteed they'd be funnier at the expense of their crowd work skills. They wrap up with a round of “Would You Rather?” questions, focusing on their biggest pet peeves—traffic, bad internet, and being made late by someone else. The episode closes with a look at their upcoming comedy gigs and an assignment to review Golden Hour by Kacey Musgraves before the next episode.

    Dragon Energy

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 100:44


    Super Bowl Halftime Show, Jonathan Meets Karma, Poppa Jonathan's, Kendrick Makes A Meal Out Of It, 40 Acres And A Mule, Lost On A Lot Of Us, Kanye Makes A Mess Of Everything, Antisemitism Is Unacceptable, Dragon Energy, Cruising For Diversity

    You Silly Owls

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2025 103:58


    In this episode of Zoning Out, it kicks off with a hilarious debate about what constitutes a "normal" photo, as Jonathan shares the odd request from his daughter to send her a picture. The conversation takes a comedic turn as they discuss the awkwardness of professional headshots, selfies, and whether his daughter is secretly flexing on her friends. The team dives into the recent Grammy Awards, breaking down Kendrick Lamar's record-setting sweep with Not Like Us, the first-ever diss track to win a Grammy. They analyze Kendrick's ongoing trolling of Drake, his unforgettable Canadian tuxedo, and the deeper implications of his Super Bowl halftime performance. They also discuss DOI's big Grammy win and the state of female rap. Things get wilder as they unpack Kanye West's latest antics and his wife Bianca Censori's bizarre red carpet outfit—or lack thereof. The discussion shifts into celebrity spectacle, outrage marketing, and whether Kanye is orchestrating his wife's image for attention. Later, the guys play a hypothetical survival game: if faced with life-or-death situations—including fighting frat guys, battling a dog, surviving poison, or dodging a stampede—which scenario would they have the best chance of surviving? The debate gets heated as they weigh their athleticism, willpower, and the sheer unpredictability of animal attacks. The episode wraps up with talk of TV shows, including Severance, 3 Body Problem, and the cultural shift towards always watching content with subtitles. They also touch on Charlotte's growing comedy scene, new club openings, and upcoming stand-up gigs. Tune in for a mix of comedy, chaos, and pop culture hot takes on Zoning Out—presented by The Comedy Zone!

    BRAD'S DRINK

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2025 82:23


    CATFISHING, JACKETS AND LIFE EXPECTANCY, JORDAN HATES TOWNS, DRAIN THE SWAMP-NOT THAT ONE, NOTRE DAME IS WHAT, CHARTER SCHOOLS, FREE MARKET, WE ONLY GET FIFTY OF THEM, EXPERIMENTING WITH ENERGY DRINKS & WATER, ELON MUSK SALUTE, AMERICAN FLAGS

    Winning Takes Care of Everything

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2025 119:34


    The boys start with a discussion about the perils of public bathrooms—covering everything from unexpected encounters to the unspoken rules we all follow (or break). The conversation then shifts to fitness, Apple Watches, and whether step-counting is motivating or just guilt-inducing. The group also unpacks Drake's surprising lawsuit, and debates whether touchdown celebrations are fun or obnoxious. They wrap up with a spirited discussion about the magic of live music, reminiscing about their most unforgettable concert experiences and the artists who truly know how to own the stage.

    Morally Ambiguous

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2025 96:25


    Asymmetry, TikTok's demise, Big Coffee, problematic decision-making, you have to crack a few eggs to make change

    Love's

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2025 110:13


    Our hearts go out to everyone in California affected by the devastating wildfires and to the firefighters battling them. 

    Last Episode of 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2025 55:56


    Recorded on stage at the place where it all began, The Comedy Zone in Charlotte, NC.

    Take a Joke

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2024 109:05


    Fragile start. Christmas [fill in the blank]. Dollars and steps. McClain got a Sega. Kicked out of the country. Joke for sale. 

    I wanna sound like a real boy

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2024 89:53


    The guys are slightly premature in their evaluation of their audio quality; CEO's aren't hired on Indeed.

    Kendrick Dropped

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2024 111:30


    Jason returns; a simple text message: "Kendrick dropped," creates a kerfuffle.

    Preacher's Kids Redux

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2024 61:48


    "Would You Rather" takes a bit of a turn.

    You Have A Cheesemaker Vibe

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2024 90:07


    Recorded at the Queen City Comedy Experience on Saturday, November 2, 2024. With guests Diana Brown, Kade Wonders, and Kate Kremers. Hosted by Jason Allen King and Jonathan WIlliams.

    The Muppets Take LA

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2024 71:58


    Jason, Jordan and Jonathan take the show to LA.

    Do Drug Dealers Care About Gas Mileage?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2024 137:00


    Movie reviews, social media, and we tackle the age-old question- do drug dealers care about gas mileage?

    Comedian Don Garrett

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2024 105:38


    Charlotte comedian Don Garrett joins Jason and Jordan. If you, like us, are heartbroken over the destruction caused by Hurricane Helene in Western North Carolina, here are some links where you can help: GreaterGood.org FEMA - DisasterAssistance.gov The Red Cross Foodbank of Central & Eastern NC NC Department of Public Safety North Carolina Disaster Relief Fund

    She Gone.

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2024 48:59


    Ashley has an announcement; Jonathan shames audience members with little regret.

    Having A Good Time In A Weird Way

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2024 72:50


    The gang breaks down a rough night on stage; VP choices; drinking alone; Jonathan may have a block.

    Presented At and By

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2024 65:38


    Recorded at the Comedy Zone in Charlotte NC, special guests Don McMillan and Sid Davis.

    We're Gonna Take a Cold Shower

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2024 120:34


    Conspiracy theories; Would You Rather; Jordan acts.

    Want to Try Another Take?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2024 124:10


    Jordan's canceled; meeting Brian Regan; Ashley tooted.

    One Star

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 155:15


    Jonathan writes a very strongly-worded review and burns a bridge.

    Meta

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2024 85:55


    Talking Meta; canceling comedians.

    Comedian Tyrone Burston

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2024 154:26


    Comedian Tyrone Burston joins Jason, Jonathan and Jordan.

    I Don't Know What The Deal Is With Doors.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2024 85:44


    A deceitful game of Would You Rather; and comics will say they "killed" when, in fact, they did not.

    That Part of the Episode Was Not Fun to Listen To

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2024 76:01


    The gang revisits last week's surprise guest; comparing where you are now to where you were then

    Should We Ease Into It?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2024 116:07


    The gang gets a surprise visitor; Would You Rather?

    Remembering James Gregory

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2024 21:52


    A Charlotte Comedy Zone favorite, James Gregory passed away on May 9, 2024 at the age of 78. This is his appearance on the original Comedy Zone Podcast, December 3, 2015.

    I Absolutely Did Not

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2024 109:21


    In which we learn that if one particular cast member isn't on in any given week, they are not listening; rap's ongoing feud; the Tom Brady Roast.

    Meet Mrs. Greco

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2024 77:27


    Ashley has a sudden name change; the effect of Don't Tell on the Charlotte comedy scene.

    Blacker Than Me

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2024 106:51


    Ashley takes the reins, and Jonathan may be blacker than Jordan. Which is awkward.

    This one's Running Long

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2024 90:29


    Jason returns and the gang has a lot to talk about, including the J Cole/Kendrick kerfuffle.

    You Know You Want To Pick

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2024 76:27


    With Jason otherwise engaged, Jonathan takes the lead with Ashley and Jordan and things get race-ey.

    And Then There Were Four

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2024 71:10


    Comedian Ashley Braswell joins Jason, Jordan and Jonathan to round out the panel.

    Comedy Zoning Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2024 64:12


    Jason and Jonathan welcome the newest member of the panel, Charlotte comedian Jordan Centry.

    Are We Still Doing This?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2024 75:55


    Jason and Jonathan talk about a LOT of things. And the Oscars.

    Did I Introduce You?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2024 51:45


    Charlotte comedian Jonathan Williams joins Jason at his dining room table to talk about the tour he's on, and the social media video he has that has millions of views.

    Kevin Doesn't Like Milk

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2024 63:52


    Kevin hates milk; Jason gets to know Kevin before he leaves.

    Comedian Mimi Benfield

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2024 35:58


    Charlotte comedian Mimi Benfield joins Jason in-studio to talk about her upcoming show at The Comedy Zone, and selling her house and hitting the road.

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