ThemNutz Podcast

We are back after two months off doing events and putting in work. The crew meets again and talk about Ray’s trip to Europe, Matt doing big things in Comedy and Darius moonlighting as a gymnastics coach. Check another great episode of funny business and log on to themnutz.podomatic.com. Hit us up for guest spot and to promote your events.

Erik Wargo is a standup, improvisor and producer based out of Orange County. He's performed at a handful of Improvs, both Comedy Stores, both Flappers, The UCB Theater, The iO West and more shitty bars than he'd care to admit. He currently hosts both the infamous Thundergoat Backyard Comedy Show as well as the improv-fueled variety show, Blammo. He also performs regularly with his long form improv team, Ghostlight.

The very crazy Johnnie Flowers was our guest "You Feeling Me". Check out and let Johnnie know that you heard him on Themnutz. Johnnie Flowers, Native Detroiter, Retired Pimp,(lol) Alcoholic,& Addict, is into my 5th Yr doing Stand up. Has been Working in Drug& Alcohol Recovery for the Last 20,Years I, Believe that Life is an Illusion and it is my Duty to Get on Stage and Point this Out to the Masses You can Catch me All over LA,OC,IE, the Valley, Wherever theirs a STAGE.. My Voice can be Heard Catch me at the Brea Improv Wednesday May 27,2015 8pm Hosting the Johnnie Flowers& Friends Comedy Show

Our 100th episode we brought you some very special guest. John Tole and Scott Boxenbaum show up to tell us great stories about comedy and their road to comedy stardom. John Tole: is a Los Angeles based stand up comic, writer, broadcaster, podcaster, voice actor, regular actor, philosopher, exorcist, daily communicant and metal head who secretly likes punk better. Go see him live and ask him about the devil after the show, he loves it. Scott Boxenbaum: is a writer and comedian based in Los Angeles. He is a regular at the Hollywood Improv, and has performed at such festivals as Indianapolis Trial By Laughter. He regularly tours colleges and clubs around the country.

Very hot new comic Tom Goss stop by the studio to share stories on life, relationship, and being a new comedian dealing with emotional ups and downs. Check out this great episode and let Tom know that you heard him on Themnutz Podcast. follow Tom on the book at https://www.facebook.com/tagoss6?ref=br_rs, and tweet at https://twitter.com/GossGoss6.

Check out Comedian Cochino in the Themnutz studio. Cochino was born in Compton, California and raised in Carson, California. Growing up with 9 siblings in a diverse neighborhood allowed him to be very versatile with his comedy wit and material which ranges from growing up poor to dating. Cochino began his comedy career thirteen years ago. After taking several years off (6years), he returned hitting the road running on the comedy scene in 2006. Since then he has emerged as one of the funniest upcoming comics in the Southland. He has performed at all the major clubs and casinos such as The Laugh Factory, The Comedy Store, and the Improvs in Southern California including San Manuel and Pechanga casinos. Upon returning to the comedy circuit, he has opened for some major headliners such as Dave Attell (The Gong Show) and Ron White (The Red Neck Comedy Tour). He has also performed with other well known comics as Chris “Kid” Reid from Kid n Play. Since 2009 Cochino has been headlining clubs and colleges on the West Coast. He has appeared on cable shows for local television and Showtime on Demand for Comedy Time and VH1 also on the Jamie Foxx’s Foxxhole radio on the Mark Curry show. In addition, he continues to host his own comedy shows in the Los Angeles and Orange County areas. He has done corporate events (clean material)thought out California He has opened for well known artists and groups such as Peaches and Herb, Brentonwood and Zapp, Joe Bataan. He has also opened at the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles for the group “War”.

In this episode, Ray brings over everybody’s favorite unofficial family member, Cousin Eric who then regales us with tall tales of breaking into the police station in Huntington Beach and other misadventures with the PoPo. Tune in but please do not try to find Cousin Eric.

Friends & family stop by the studio to share stories of 2014 and do follow up on things we shared last Christmas Special. Special thanks to Tony Alfano, Claudia Campbell, & Sharmaine Lewis who stole the show. Enjoy the show and look for big Nutz coming to you a place near you in 2015. Thenmutz: Talk show hosted by standup comedians Darius Campbell, Ray Chung & Matt Cole interview friends and guest from the entertainment industry such as Actors, Comedians, Musicians, and just very interesting people sharing their stories. Make sure you take a listen and follow Themnutz.

Back from Holiday Break and dropping our first of the new year. We had funny man Manny Ortiz in the Themnutz Studio in 2014. This guy rode his bike from Los Angeles to our Downey studio to entertain our guess. Manny is a strong growing comedian and founder of Fix-A-Ride. Fix-A-Ride is a company that will drive you home if you had to much and then ride away on their fixie. So show him some support and let him know that you hear Manny Ortiz on Themnutz.

Checkout Matt Avila in the Themnutz Studio. Matt Avila spent his teen years playing live rock music in a band but in 2011, he decided to step out on his own. He then became instrumental in introducing alternative comedy to the Pomona, CA area. He blends dry humor with self deprecating tales on stage to make for an honest show.

Jamal Coleman has a gift. He is naturally a funny person. He has developed his style based on extreme silliness and witty jokes. Jamal has been fortunate enough to open for and be mentored by such comics such as Rob Stapleton, Eric Blake, Melanie Camacho, Jeff Garcia, Willie Barcena, Alonzo Bodden, Shang, and Honest John to name a few. He has been in some of the same footsteps as the greats with appearances at The improvs, Comedy store and various clubs and bars where the greats go to get their chops. With his own podcast entitled, sillyasspodcast.com, he is even finding new ways to be entertaining. Jamal's business edicate has granted him the postion of producer for acomicsliferadio.com on latalkradio.com the number one internet talk radio station. He consistantly does shows for charity and he also does clean stand up for the people who request it. . Jamal comes from a musical background and every once and a while he uses his freestyle rap abilities to make his shows more interactive with the crowd. This man is one good show.

Hailed as one of the newest up and coming lesbian comics by Curve magazine, Vicki Wagner has been tearing up stages across the USA and Canada. Born in Chicago, Il She loves to entertain and does Improv, Sketch Comedy and Acting.After getting kicked out of the Air Force for being gay she decided that this was a big joke, so she turned the incident upside down and is now taking jabs at the silly, outdated policies of Don't Ask, Don't Tell; Don't kick a comic out of the military.Vicki jokes about growing up with parents who were bikers and then getting sent to a Catholic school, recent events, gay marriage and garage sales.Vicki has MC'd several Pride events across the nation, Headlined as far away as Provincetown, MA and Vancouver, BC and has hosted gay events across the country. Let Vicki know you heard heard her on Themnutz: http://www.vicki-wagner.com/vickiwagner

Brandie is an LA-based stand-up comedian and co-host of the popular podcast and monthly UCB show Lady to Lady. She is also the co-producer of the Revision3 web series “Matt’s Game Chamber” and is the co-creator and co-host of Nerdmelt’s monthly show “Picture This!”. Make sure you let her know you heard her on Themnutz. Follow her on social media at https://www.facebook.com/brandieposey / https://twitter.com/brandazzle

We had very funny comedian Franchie San Pedro in the studio to hang with the crew. Crazy good time about his experience in the comedy game and future projects. You can find Franchie on all the main circuits sharing jokes at Laugh factory, Comedy Store, Improv and much more. Let Franchie know you heard him on Themnutz and follow his social media: https://www.facebook.com/franchie.sanpedro / https://twitter.com/franchie61

Check out Brett Wheeler in the Themnutz Studio. Brett Wheeler is a psychology professor, writer, and stand-up comedian. His research examines how people use humor to cope with stress, and his writing has appeared on the Huffington Post, Sociological Images, YourPopFilter, and the Daytime Late Night Talk Show. Follow Brett Wheeler on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brett.wheeler.77?fref=ts and let him know that you heard him on Themnutz Podcast

We had the pleasure of having Robert Zoref in studio to hang out and share stories about comedy. When you go on a date with shit on your pants without noticing you’re probably not going to get a second date. Robert Zoref knows first hand. Check out https://www.facebook.com/robert.zoref?fref=ts and make sure you let him know you hear him on Themnutz Podcast.

Jason grew up in a factory where jackets and sweaters are made. Because of his dad's work, Jason's family lived in 3 countries and he attended 10 different schools. Jason always had really bad grades so he got many ass whooppins..which he never understood because he wasn't trying to have bad grades...now he is working with his family and telling the tale of his life on stage.

Derrick Murray was born to perform. As a child he did everything from theater to choir to hip hop dance. Derrick soon found his true passion in comedy and the joy of making audiences laugh. With his high energy and hilarious story telling, Derrick has been bringing the laughs to comedy clubs all over SoCal. He is a writer and host for the SillyAss Podcast as well as the co creator, writer and host of the Jack of all Nerds podcast. Derrick is a comic on the rise, one you definitely do not want to miss. Follow on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DerrickMurrayComedy and Twitter: https://twitter.com/Drokcomedy

WOW what a treat two of the hottest comics out right now in one studio. Deon Williams invited a good friend Rawle Dee to come hang as we talked about comedy business, movies, and life. One of the most laugh out episodes we have ever had. A must listen and make sure you let them know that you heard them on Themnutz. Follow Deon Williams https://www.facebook.com/ddwil66?fref=ts & Rawle Dee https://www.facebook.com/rawledee?fref=ts

We had comedian Real Rich in the studio and this episode gets crazy .. REAL! He shared some stories about what it was like coming up in the hood and how he tries to incorporate that into his comedy. Words cannot do this intro justice this is a MUST listen episode! Let Rich know you hear him on Themnutz :Checkout his Youtube clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IcBBGJIEQp8&index=2&list=PL03C6E36E90AA6F38

In studio CEO of Laughing to Success Entertainment and Laughing 2 Success Academy Mel Austin. Mel has been an actor and comedian for the last 18 years and has served in the U.S. Marine Corps. He also performs at The Improv, Comedy Store, Laugh Factory and produces comedy events at major venues and local community gathering places. Mel Austin is the host and creator of “Squeaky Clean Comedy” at the Ontario Improv Comedy Club (Ontario, CA). He has several commercial, film and theatre credits. His most recent nationwide commercials are with Terminix and National Geographic and AMP’D Mobile. Mel also is a coach/trainer/teacher of acting and standup comedy for teenagers and adults. For more on Mel check out http://laugh2success.com or follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mel.austin.92?fref=ts

Our feature guest is Karolina Johansson a graphic designer, illustrator, art director, filmmaker, world traveler, and pillow fighter extraordinaire. Check out http://lingonberrys.com and let her know that you heard her on Themnutz Podcast. Karolina was born and raised in Göteborg Sweden, I grew up loving Abba, coffee, and meatballs just like most other Swedes. As a teenager, I took the big step of moving from Sweden to sunny Florida. If it is one thing ever kid knows about Florida it is this: Disney. Wanting to become a Disney animator I felt a age 12, I was on the road to success. Thankfully I broaden my horizons and grew out of that…… continue on http://lingonberrys.com.

We had Chris in the studio to hang and share stories of his comedy experience. Check out a very funny episode with the very funny and patience Chris. Chris began his comedy career in 1993, at the Laffstop in Montclair Ca. He was a regular there for 3 years but in 1996, after marriage and the birth of his first child, his comedy career was put on hold. For 7 years not a joke was told...In 2003, he and his wife separated and Chris decided to return to the stage. It took 3 years to return to form and build his act but he is now one of the most sought after up and coming comic. He has done everything from host a televised show to going overseas to entertain the troops. He has appeared, featured or headlined every major club. He has worked with such stars as George Lopez, Chris Tucker, Carlos Mencia, Damon and Shawn Wayans and Hosted Faizon Love’s Televised Comedy Brawl comedy competition. His comedy has been described as "an in your face, non-stop karate kick of humor". He will tease and stereotype everyone. As Chris says "God made everyone diferente foro a reason... so I can have material” Make sure you follow Chris on social media (https://www.facebook.com/chris.simpson.524934) and let him know you heard him on Themnutz.

We had the pleasure of having the comedian, actor & all around funny guy Tony Alfano in the Themnutuz studio sharing crazy funny stories of his life and comedy experiences. He shares a story of his work experience that will have you saying I will just keep my job. Check it out and make sure to tell Tony that you heard him on Themnutz. Make sure to follow Tony Alfano on social media: https://twitter.com/tony_alfano, & https://www.facebook.com/tony.alfano.712,

Check out this episode with the Young, Funny, Witty, up and coming comedian Dustyn Willoughby sharing stories about his experience in comedy and childhood. Very funny laugh out loud moment in this episode where Dustyn shares the shock of his life. “I’m not white”….. Make sure to follow Dustyn on social media and let him know you heard him on Themnutz Podcast. (https://www.facebook.com/DustynsComedy) – (https://twitter.com/DustyWills)

Part 2: where Chris is sharing teaching stories and writing a pilot. A must listen for comics and fans of the industry. Chris Dunham is the suburban white kid who dropped out for awhile. He grew his hair long and traded his TV for books. Instead of remaining on the outside he decided to come back. Hey, it's freaking cold out there! He paints a picture where we can laugh at ourselves and the world around us. Recently, he won the Orange County Comedy Competition at the Irvine Improv. He's been a featured comic for NORML and was named to "Best of the Fest" at the San Louis Obispo Comedy Festival. He can even be heard on Sirius XM Radio. Twitter(https://twitter.com/chrisdunhamlive) & Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/chrisdunhamlive)

Chris Dunham came to the studio and dropped knowledge on fools about his tenure in the comedy gang. Crazy funny wild episode with some laugh out moments. Here a little bit about Chris let him know you heard him on Themnutz. Chris Dunham is the suburban white kid who dropped out for awhile. He grew his hair long and traded his TV for books. Instead of remaining on the outside he decided to come back. Hey, it's freaking cold out there! He paints a picture where we can laugh at ourselves and the world around us. Recently, he won the Orange County Comedy Competition at the Irvine Improv. He's been a featured comic for NORML and was named to "Best of the Fest" at the San Louis Obispo Comedy Festival. He can even be heard on Sirius XM Radio. Twitter(https://twitter.com/chrisdunhamlive) & Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/chrisdunhamlive)

We had the pleasure of having Andres Taboada in studio. New comedian and film student from Peru. He shared crazy stories of his world travels and his rookie year in comedy. A little bit about Andres: born in peru, left at 16, finished high school in germany, moved to orange county at 18, moved to southeast asia at 27, india 4 months, thailand 2 years, miami 2 years, summer program in LA. twitter @TaboadaAndres.

Part 2> We covered so much that we had to add a second one with the famous Ryan ReAves. Ryan shared stories about his experience in comedy and road stories about headlining in Vegas and Arizona. Checkout a funny great episode with crazy laughs and can’t stop moments of laughs. You can follow Ryan ReAves on social media to keep up with his crazy life. Follow him and let him know that you heard him on Themnutz. https://www.google.com/?gws_rd=ssl#q=ryan+reaves+comedian

We have the famous Ryan ReAves in the studio and had a great time talking about comedy. Ryan shared stories about his experience in comedy and road stories about headlining in Vegas and Arizona. Checkout a funny great episode with crazy laughs and can’t stop moments of laughs. You can follow Ryan ReAves on social media to keep up with his crazy life. Follow him and let him know that you heard him on Themnutz. https://www.google.com/?gws_rd=ssl#q=ryan+reaves+comedian

Check out part 2 episode of ThemNutz Podcast! We had the Hilarious Tim Justin Groeschel in "studio" and had such a fun time that we had to break into two episodes full of shitz n giggles, and make sure you follow Themnutz and our fabulous guess on social media.

A funny episode that we had to break into two episodes full of Laughs with the very funny Tim Groeschel in studio. Full of laughs and cry's about comedy and sports. Checkout new projects and follow very funny Tim on google under his Name. Part 1

We welcomed Kari Martin in the house and with no Ray Chung in the studio we just keep going and going. Kari Martin gave us her insight of being a female comic in Southern Cali and funny story of how she rented a midget to fill her Halloween costume. Kari Martin growing up in Chillicothe, Illinois, population 6000, Kari was basically chased out of town with pitch forks and rocks when she wasn't married with children by 23. She moved to Long Beach CA, which oddly enough is almost identical to her hometown of Chillicothe, and has been "working for the man" ever since. She tried stand-up as a means to cross something off of her bucket list before sky diving, and is currently working on a book of short stories. Google Kari Martin Comedy and keep a sharp eye out for new projects.

We had the pleasure to get the very funny Nick Petrillo in the studio to share stories of his comedy experience. Nick is a regular in the Los Angeles, Orange County and on the road comic. We talk about comedy from open mic, to booked Hollywood show. Very funny episode where Nick explains why he missed his last booking with us because of an accident. Well he called is an accident LOL…. Follow Nick Petrillo on all the social media: https://www.facebook.com/nickpetrillostandup?fref=ts&ref=br_tf; https://twitter.com/NickPetrillo1 and many more....

Mardy Mac Fly back in the house to hang with the boys a catch us up on his new shows LCA *Light Camera Action. You might recognize his voice from episode 44. Very funny episode from one of the most laid back chill fellows. Make sure you follow him on facebook @https://www.facebook.com/MARDYMACFLY?fref=ts

Part:2 Alfonso hung around for another hour and told more stories. You can find Alfonso hosting shows at Ace Comedy Club in Murrietta, or follow Alfonso through social media: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/alfonsoochoacomedy Twitter https://twitter.com/Alfonso_Comic Look for big things from Alfonso this summer.

We had very funny comedian Alfonso Ochoa in the studio to hang with the crew. Crazy good time about his experience in the comedy game and future projects. You can find Alfonso hosting shows at Ace Comedy Club in Murrietta, or follow Alfonso through social media: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/alfonsoochoacomedy Twitter https://twitter.com/Alfonso_Comic Look for big things from Alfonso this summer.

Surprise and I do mean surprise guest Olivia Grace was in the studio to shock and aww the crew. Very funny episode that had Matt Cole a little worried but got over it. Great times at Themnutz high. Follow Olivia Grace for updates at http://www.oliviaisfunny.com/ Who is Olivia: Olivia Grace is an 18-year-old stand-up comedian living in Orange County, CA. She enjoys horror movies, long walks on the beach, and going back to sleep in the late morning/early afternoon on a rainy day.

We had Matt Walker in the studio to share the release of his first comedy album 'H8R'. Very crazy episode with some creepy bits. Get Matt’s debut comedy album, H8R, on iTunes, Amazon, Google Play, or http://funnymatt.com/ About Matt Matt Walker is a Los Angeles based stand-up comedian, actor, and self described critic of everything. A veteran of the stand-up circuit since 2003, Matt is best known for winning the 2012 Shorty Award, being declared the best comedian in social media. Matt has worked both in front of and behind the camera on many projects, including acting, audience warm up, script punch-up, editing, and producing his own projects. Explore his site to learn more about him. Bonus for Comedians: how to release a comedy album http://funnymatt.com/so-you-want-to-release-an-album/

We had Steve Trevino and his special guest Alex Phillips in the studio with the Themnutz crew. Sharing great stories and advice on the comedy game. Make sure you check out out stevetrevino.com. South Texas native Steve Treviño is fast becoming one of the country’s hottest comics. Outside of being a national headliner, he's made memorable appearances on The Late Late Show, Comics Unleashed and BET Comic View, among others. Treviño's "Tex-Mex" style of comedy is a fresh voice for the 21st Century Mexican-American, earning him regular slots on Despierta America, Que Locos and The Latino Laugh Festival. He also wrote on Mind of Mencia and produced and wrote on rapper Pit Bull’s La Esquina. Most recently Treviño landed in the Nielsen Top 20, with his Showtime comedy special, Grandpa Joe's Son.

We have the famous Comedian and voice of Obama on B-Rock Richard Osborn in the studio sharing stories and switching voices. Check out www.richosborn.com for upcoming shows and projects. Richard Daryl Osborn: Bio Richard is having the time of his life and it's only the begining!! Born and raised in New Haven, CT, Rich got his start in comedy early, discovering his ability to impressionate at the age of 13. After performing at talent shows and comedy competitions up and down the East Coast, Richard made his way to California to pursue his dreams. He's opened for such Artists as Jerry Seinfeld, Sinbad, Damon Wayons, Anita Baker, Whitney Houston, Bobby Brown and Will Smith. He's done voices on SiTV and Comedy Central to name a few. He's appeared on the big screen alongside such artists as the late Jack Lemmon, James Garner and Dan Ackroyd in the Paramount Pictures classic, "My Fellow Americans". He's also appeared on the small screen in; Soul Train, Comic View, Showtime at the Apollo, Latino Laugh Festival, Last Comic Standing just to name a few. In 2003 Richard along with 3 other comedians performed for the troops in Japan, this was one of his lifelong dreams. In 2007 his first Comedy CD, "A First Impression" was released followed by the much anticipated "40 Acres And A White House in 2010. You can hear Richard as the voice of Barack Obama, Rush Limbaugh, Ronald Reagan, Bill Clinton and more in the hit comedy cartoon "B-Rock"! Richard does well over 150 impressions from Denzel to George Burns. You never know who you'll hear next. Look for Richard at a comedy club near you!

Shang has cemented his position as one of the brightest funnymen in the business & his political and explosive humor has been showcased on HBO’s Aspen Comedy Festival Special “Best of the Fest”. Other appearances include “Politically Incorrect,”& the BBC’s Funny Business,Mun2’s Loco Comedy Jam, NBC’S Comedy Showcase, MTV’s Choose or Lose, National Lampoon’s New Faces, Comedy Central’s Jamie Foxx-presents “Laffapalooza”& was a Co-Host on Russell Simmon’s “One World Music Beat. The debut of Shang’s first major release CD entitled “SHANGRY!!”, on Uproar Records is in stores now & has one of the most played Comedy Specials on XM Radio called “Live on Broadway” taped at the world famous Caroline’s on Broadway In NY. In addition, he will be featured in several Upcoming international televised shows in Japan, Ireland, London and Amsterdam. Shang will continue to rise to the top of the comedy ranks with high-profile acting &televised stand up & personal appearances Check Shang out at iamshang.com Gerard Guillory is a favorite at many of the Country's top Comedy Clubs and has been seen on Fox's Mad TV, Tonight Show, BET's Comic View and Playboy TV's Buckwild with Snoop Dogg. With a unique brand of humor Gerard’s comedy is both universal and colorless. Over the last fifteen years, his quick wit, vast imagination and hilarious story telling have kept audiences in stitches across the country as well as abroad. Check Gerard out at gerardfunnyone.com