Wings with Friends

Naked City Pizza on Paradise in Las Vegas was a delicious experience! Comedian, writer, actor and foodie, Jason Harris joined me for amazing wings and more! Chef Christopher Palmeri sent out all his best but the Charred Cajun Butter BBQ were the star of the show. Jason and I got down with the perfectly sauced and charred wings and he shared all about his creative work from food writing, comedy to his role in the popular Vegas show Battle Bots and his upcoming feature on Netflix is a Joke Festival. Follow Jason at @Jasonharriscomedy and catch us both Sunday April 21's for Eat This Comedy at Honey Salt in Summelrin.

We are back! New town, new wings, new friends! The super talented Carlos Anthony joins me for some much anticipated Johnny Mac's wings. Johnny Mac's is a local sports bar in Henderson, Nevada that do not disappoint. Carlos had their saucy BBQ wings, I had lemon pepper and we had a great conversation about comedy, goals, hustle and drive. We also try to answer the question: How much delusion is the right amount of delusion? Follow Carlos Anthony and check out his special, Part Time Famous with Laugh After Dark.

I visited the iconic Syberg's in St. Louis and enjoyed their wings covered in Syberg's famous sauce. Hockey-Dad Adam Adrignola was my wing guide at this happy hour so we had to record a Wings with Friends episode! Adam shared a little history of Syberg's in STL, their commitment to quality and how how they came up with this delicious mustard buffalo sauce-not to be outdone by their homemade rand and blue cheese! Adam shares great stories about college, wings and being a hockey-dad. Check out my new Dry Bar Special: So Obsessed! Available on Dry Bar Comedy and You Tube. Check out Syberg's for happy hour when you're in St. Louis.

Pete George is a wildly talented musician, comedian and actor. We didn't have wings but we had a lot of laughs working together at Grand Comedy Club in Escondido. Originally from Ohio, Pete comes from a musical family and picked up the guitar at 16. He shares what he's working on and his experience as a "Core Convict" in the movie Shawshank Redemption. Find George at www.petegeorge.tv Follow Wings with Friends on Instagram and check out my new special, So Obsessed on Dry Bar Comedy & You Tube.

Tango in Philly sounds like the name of really tasty chicken wing but it's not! It's Mat Alano-Martin's new Comedy Special! Listen as we catch up with Mat and hear about his creative projects. Mat is a multi-talented artist, releasing a punk album with his band Beltalowda in 2020 and his latest comedy album: Tango in Philly with Helium Comedy Studios. We get deep into merch-talk and give all the props to Laura Sanders who designed both of our comedy logo/merch designs. Cheers, Laura! Watch Mat's Comedy Specials: Tango in Philly and Midnight Nachos on YouTube and check out his podcast: Mat & Dwight Just Might. Follow Mat on Instagram at @matalanomartin Oh! Watch my debut comedy special, So Obsessed on Dry Bar Comedy!

It's not every day you get to talk to someone who is tall, nice, and funny! That's why I love talking to Paul Conyers. He is awesome and we talk about our comedy journeys. Paul is glad he's done doing competitions for a while he was 2020 Winner of World Series of Comedy. Paul shares the best advice for doing a comedy competition and advice he's gotten from other amazing comedians. Follow Paul on Instagram @paulconyers

She's an unbothered bae! Holly Lynnea is a wonderful and talented comedian, writer, actor, and dancer based in Louisville. In this convo from BPCF2021 Holly gives us some great insights about who she is and we discuss where we get our intuition from. This is a great episode that gets deep, it gets real, and it's a lot of fun! Follow Holly Lynnea on Instagram at @hollylynnea

She's moved out of the country but we can still appreciate Dalia Malek at Big Pine 2021.Dalia is a talented and hilarious comedian, creator and host of the Interruption Show. In this 2021 convo we check in with Dalia to see how her pandemic was going. We talk about food, wings and being vegan and Dalia shares what she would do with fame and fortune. Follow Dalia on Instagram at @Daliamalek

Alycia is a charismatic and talented Comedian, Actor & Writer, she joined me at BPCF2021 for wings and great conversation. Alycia shares advice from her 21+ years in comedy and talks about projects she's working on and how she's evolving her comedy into film. Find Alycia's film and acting at Alyciacooper.net, her comedy at Alyciacooper.com and follower on Instagram: @alyciacooper2

Brian Soto aka Senor_Foodie joined the podcast to talk about one of the best wings in Phoenix: The Works from JT's. We've had JT's on previous episodes but it was worth revisiting. Bryan noticed JT's when Arizona Cardinal, JJ Watt asked his followers: where's The best wings in Phoenix? Bryan has been building his food- influencer status visiting his favorite spots around the valley and sharing his experiences using Instagram Reels leading to his 10k following on Instagram. Bryan shares the best thing he ever ate, his wing constitution, and last meal on this episode-check it out and follow Bryan @senor_foodie on IG.

I caught up with Brian once again over wings from ATL wings on Roosevelt Row. It's been two years since he shared his story with us on the podcast and I wanted to check in on his journey. Brian is busy going back to school, getting involved in politics and improving his community and the state of Arizona. We get serious, we get political, we get real but we keep it authentic. Brian is passionate about mental health and talks about possible future paths. Somehow Justin Black comes up again in this episode- congrats on your new baby Justin!

I had a wonderful time performing at the Comedy Catch in Chattanooga, Tenessee- one of the longest running family-owned clubs in the county! Chattanooga is known for their fried chicken so Danielle and I went to Champy's Famous Fried Chicken. We had delicious sweet-heat smoked wings but the real star of the meal was their golden friend chicken! Danielle and I talked about the business of comedy, networking and all the great people we meet along the way (stay till the end for a bonus shout-out segment!) She also explains how she and her husband unwittingly became the poster couple for weddings at The Strat in Las Vegas. Follow @comedycatch & @wingswithfriends on Instagram and be sure to give us a like, a follow, a share and 5 star review!

A self-proclaimed “big gay ball of sunshine” comedian and writer Chaz Carter talks about his love of stand up and story telling and is just a pure joy to speak to. Enjoy the dynamic energy of Wings with Friends live from Big Pine Comedy Festival 2021 and don't forget to submit to Big Pine 2022 happening this October in San Diego! Follow Chaz Carter @pollypocketnegro on Instagram

We are back and we are all about the wings! Bubba McComb and I enjoyed maybe some of the best wings ever at Crazy Mikes in Goodyear (they also have a Glendale location). We had garlic-parm, lemon pepper, and Crazy Mike's dry rub and they were phenomenal! As much as I try to make it all about the wings we couldn't help but talk comedy and Bubba shares some pretty fun stories. Follow Bubba at @sadboishinobi and check out his Rare Candy Podcast on You Tube.

Jenny Canfield is the owner of Laughs Unlimited in Sacramento California. Also known as "Shug White", Jenny is not a comic but she is one of the funniest people I know. I got to sit down with her at Big Pine 2021 in Phoenix. Jenny talks about how she got creative and thrived during the pandemic, about Laughs Unlimited 42 year history in Old Sacramento, and how she books: "Funny is Funny". Submissions are open for the Sac- Town Comedy Get-Down in Sacramento August 4-6. Submissions close June 18th! There's also still time to apply to Big Pine 2022 this October in San Diego at The Mic Drop!

Ryan Cott is the Managing Partner of John Tobin Presents and he is passionate about the art of comedy. He hung out with us at Big Pine 2021 and talked about what he and his company are doing to create inclusion and support diversity on the business side of comedy. In this dynamic, live episode you can hear Big Pine happening all around us including Ryan picking his Best of Fest pick. Ryan gives me the scoop of the best wings in Boston and why 10 cent wings taste better. Be sure to check out Big Pine Comedy Festival in May and October is beautiful San Diego California!

Joe Lowers and Jason Rowland joined me via Zoom to talk about their amazing festival and comedy competition: The World Series of Comedy! Joe had wings from Quaker State Steak & Lube in Pittsburg and Jason made his own wings at home in Canada. He used a multi-step recipe that included: marinating, baking and tossing in multiple sauces. In this episode Joe and Jason give us the goods and tell us how to get selected into WSOC, explain what makes a good submission tape, and talk about all the great benefits to getting involved with the WSOC. They also share their wing constitutions and we get to see a great wing-match in these two! Follow @wsocfestival on social media and check out theworldseriesofcomedy.com for more info!

Get ready for Big Pine 2022 by listening to this wonderful episode recorded at Big Pine Comedy Festival 2021 with the vibrant and talented, Jasmyn Carter! Jasmyn is a wonderful comedian and actor based in Los Angeles. She talks about living and working in LA- what she loves and all the smells. Jasmyn shares her star-struck moment with Dave Chappelle and how she makes her wings! Follow Jasmyn on all the socials @__jasmyn on Instagram and Jasmyn Carter on Tik Tok.

Drew Dunn joined us at Big Pine 2021 for wings and candid conversation about his comedy journey. Drew talks about moving to NYC, JFL, and of course wings! Drew was a Big Pine Best of Fest and won the "Road Scholar" cash prize award at last year's festival. Big Pine 2022 is just around the corner: May 11-14 & October 13-15 in San Diego California! Submit today! Follow Drew Dunn on all the socials at @drewdunncomedy

The amazing and talented Camila Ballario stoped by for a chat during the 2021 Big Pine Comedy Festival! Follow Camila on Instagram at: @camilaballario

Richard Sarvate is a talented and intriguing comedian and kicked off the 2021 Big Pine Comedy Festival with a chat about Richard's Zen journey, his keen fashion sense then we get deep. Find Richard on Tik Tok and follow him on Instagram @richardsarvate

The first of many episodes from Big Pine Comedy Festival 2021! Charlie Wilson is a talented comedian who hosts the weekly live show Laugh After Dark at Notoriety in downtown Las Vegas. We talk about balancing home-life and comedy-life, making the most out of opportunities and our love for the art of comedy. There are big things on the horizon for Charlie Wilson and the great people at Laugh After Dark so follow them on instagram: @charliewilsontv, @laughafterdark, @laughafterdarkcomedyfest @wingswithfriends

About a week and a half ago, Jennifer Giralo and I got together and talked about the importance of supporting women in comedy. We enjoyed Coconut Curry Wings from Tikka Shack in Desert Ridge and Jennifer shared her passion for making safer spaces-she walks that walk with the work she does at Bridge Improv Theatre and her most recent project: Do Better Comedy- creating a space to lift up other voices and create a safe, inclusive environment for everyone. Jennifer also talks about her journey from improv to standup and I share my yet to be proven strategy for finding out who has a crush on me. Then we get deep as we try to figure out if we actually exist. Follow Jennifer @jennifer_giralo on Instagram and @dobettercomedy

Brandon Vestal joined me during his headlining weekend at Stir Crazy Comedy in Glendale, AZ. We enjoyed boneless wings from Native Grill & Wings. Brandon explains how he can eat chicken tenders and pizza every day. We talk comedy, writing pandemic problems and we discover we were both communication majors in college! Follow Brandon on Instagram: @brandonvestal Follow me @maryupchurchcomedy

Emily Davis and Mark Bookwalter from the Secret Opinions Podcast joined me fun, interesting, and mostly silly conversation about wings, comedy, relationships and more!

Paul Pagano is a talented and charismatic cofounder of Gateway Center for the Performing Arts in St. Louis. Paul shares his passion for story telling and theatre arts while enjoying smoked, then flash-fried wings from 58 Hundred in St. Louis, MO! Hear about how a group of friends with passion for the arts got together and opened a theatre and the impact they've had on their community. Go to gcpastl.org to see what's going on at Gateway, get involved and support the arts! Also check out 58 Hundred in St. Louis for ethically and locally sourced tastes cuisine!

Gwen Sunkle and I hung out during the Limestone Comedy Festival in Bloomington Indiana! We searched for wings all around Indiana University on game day and enjoyed Joella's Hot Chicken! Gwen talks about getting “over-people'd”, her favorite standup moments and working in healthcare during a global pandemic. Gwen also shares about preparing to record her first comedy album- which we are so excited for! Follow Gwen at @gwenderwoman on Instagram

I got to hang out with talented Anthony K during the Sac Town Comedy Get Down Festival at Laughs Unlimited in Sacramento! We talk about our Mexican sides and Anthony shares an epic- violent wing story. We discuss hecklers and this episode starts a new trend of connected- whole wings on the podcast. We also discover our mutual admiration for Reese's Sticks. Follow Anthony at @anthonykcomedy and catch him September 18th, headlining the Gallo Center for The Arts in Ceres, California.

Kayla Esmond is a talented comedian based in Los Angeles. We began this episode at the Sac Town Comedy Get Down Festival at Laughs Unlimited in Sacramento and then finished up later when we got home. You can feel the joy in our voices being immersed in a comedy festival compared to being back home working our day jobs and hustling for comedy- but it was a fun opportunity to get to know Kayla a little better and debrief the festival. Kayla talked about being in a comedy couple, lip sync battles and the craziest thing that's ever happened to her on stage. Follow Kayla @kayla_cats_and_comedy

St. Louis native Chris Mosely hung out with me on a wonderful Sunday afternoon. We enjoyed wings from Trapp Haus BBQ on Roosevelt Row in Downtown Phoenix. Chris dropped some surprising info on me, some of it even made it in the podcast! Chris talked about the importance of being consistent with comedy and his entertainment endeavors. I even learn a little about myself. Follow Chris @i.am.chris.mosley on Instagram and check out his upcoming show Child-is 8, Sunday October 17th.

Wyatt Cote joined me at the Sac Town Comedy Get Down Festival in Sacramento. We had great wings from Fannie Anne's in Downtown Sac and Wyatt shared wing stories from his time at the University of Hawaii. Wyatt is a talented comedian and an avid surfer from Long Beach, California- I told him all the reasons I don't surf and he shared some tips for creating great merch. Follow Wyatt on Instagram at @badguywywy

Liz Miller is killing it in the Tech Sales world. I found her on Tik Tok calling out Bros for their bad behavior. Liz enjoyed mango habanero wings from Wings Over Boston. We talked about where her Big D Energy comes from and what it's like to thrive in male-dominated industries. We went deeper and discussed self-love and how her gap year in India shaped her perspective today. Follow liz on Tik Tok @techsalesgal and Twitter @burratadaddy

Allison Gill is a veteran, a survivor, a writer, a comedian and Webby-Award winning podcaster! She is a true patriot who founded the Muller She Wrote Podcast and now the Daily Beans Podcast helping us all make sense of current events. Allison is my podcast hero and we enjoyed delicious wings from Dirty Birds in Pacific Beach! The wings were as thick and juicy as our conversation! Allison and I talk about all of her projects including writing a book and launching a podcast network. I am fascinated as Allison reflects on her journey creating Muller She Wrote and all of the amazing people she's been able to speak to and work with. We share some catfish stores and Allison tells us her fool-proof test to find out if you're talking to a Russian-Bot. Find Allison at @mullershewrote & @dailybeanspod when she's not attending Mary Trump's book release party in NYC!

ATL Wings in Phoenix has a fantastic flavor to cheer on the Suns as they go for the championship! It's the Sun's Special and I enjoyed it with comedians Adam Dominguez and Johnny Castillo. We talked all about our comedy road trips, the grind, and the many wings Johnny and Adam enjoyed on their trip to Phoenix. Follow Adam @adamjdominguez on all the places Follow Johnny @johnny_m_castillo

The very hilarious Kerri Gallagher (@kgcomedy) and I visited Las Vegas! We talk all about our trip to sin city, the shows we did, the people we met and the wings we ate! We talked about the Vegas Outfit Trifecta, we named our fan clubs and Kerri explains how to be a classy hoe. I borderline got addicted to a Rhino themed slot machine. A super fun episode recorded from the 12th floor of The STRAT.

Michelle Blasnig is my funniest friend who is not a comedian! We enjoyed a lovely day at the pool with a variety of wings from Louisiana Fried Chicken & Wings in Chandler, Arizona. Michelle and I reminisce about our “good old days”, gaining perspective on dating and relationships as we get older. Michelle shares a little bit about her special craft skills including making her own lip balm and t shirts for every occasion! Michelle loves cats and I ask her to tell her what she likes most about me and this podcast!

Corey Rodrigues enjoyed honey-hot wings from Smokey Bones in New York. He shares how he acquired these wings late one night after a show and we reminisce about Big Pine Comedy Festival! Corey talks about his comedy journey, performing for politicians and his fabulous impressions. Check out Corey's specials on Epix and Dry Bar and follow Corey: @coreyrods on Instagram

What was it like to be at the Cactus Comedy Classic? Enjoy this special anything goes episode of Wings with Friends were I have quick chats with some amazing people: Comic Brian Glowaki @bglowcomedy Comic and Booker, Mike Dapper @mike_b_dapper Comic Jessica Inserra @jessinserra Club Owner Tom Simes @stircrazycomedyclub Hear the comic’s thoughts as they are literally about to go into the final round of the competition and enjoy a few tips and insights. Stir Crazy Comedy Club is a fantastic comedy club in Glendale, Arizona. They have headliner shows every weekend! www.stircrazycomedyclub.com

Dave Williamson is a Comedian, a Pitmaster, and the host of the Meat Dave Podcast so it was only natural that he smoked up his own wings for this episode. Dave shares some epic stories including the time he was almost killed by a chicken wing, smoking meats on the tour bus, and Dave describes his “last meal”. He gives us some great tips for smoking wings at home and it was that helpful coaching that led Dave to create his own BBQ Rub! Available now at www.davewilliamsoncomedy.com While you’re there make sure to check out his upcoming tour schedule and follow Dave on Instagram @davewcomedy

To celebrate their Oscar Nomination we’re going back to Oak City where we got to hang and chat with The Lucas Brothers! In this clip Kenny and Keith Lucas talk about their love of comedy, comedians and giving back. It’s a humbling and inspiring chat and we are so excited to root for them nominated for Best Original Screenplay for Judas and the Black Messiah. Music by John Duran of The Violet Mindfield Art by Shelby Mitchell

Comedian Myles Weber joins me this week! Myles enjoyed the classic, Hooter's Buffalo Hot Wing and shared a nostalgic story about an epic road trip. Then we were so lucky to have Heather Weber join us because I wanted to hear more about their amazing partnership and how they push each other to be their best. And I couldn't let these two get away without a Bachelor Nation recap! Check out Myles' new special: Pug Life, available now at Dry Bar Comedy Follow Myles at @mylesweberjoker Follow Heather at @bodies_byheather

In a very special Wings with Friends After Dark- my best good friend Jen Hicks joins me post-show to debrief all things Dry Bar! Recorded in our Provo hotel about an hour after the show we recap the Dry Bar experience- highlighting the work I did leading up to and all the way to a fantastic dinner and a quick brewery tour in SLC. We go into detail about the day-of experience behind the scenes and more! Download the Dry Bar app and be on the lookout for my special coming soon!

Dana Whissen is a stand up comedian, an animator, an improvisor, and a podcaster. We talked about how she blends all of her passions to enhance and illustrate her comedy. Dana enjoyed crispy mild wings from ATL wings in Phoenix and we chatted over zoom about our favorite comedy memories and being true to ourselves. We also share embarrassing elementary school stories, and come up with a hilarious crime- fighting- buddy- sitcom starring us. Follow Dana on Instagram @danawhissen and tune in to Fart Talk on YouTube and where you get your podcasts!

Amanda Ogen is a Jersey Girl living in LA. She’s a casting producer for reality TV, a podcaster, and a chicken lover. Amanda shares where her chicken obsession began and shouts out her favorite LA Spot: Hamburger Mary’s. Amanda shares her wing constitution and her hopes and dreams for the future. Follow Amanda on IG: Amandaogen and listen to her podcast: How Did I Get This Far?

Anastasia Washington enjoyed spicy BBQ wings from Bird Box in North Hollywood and then sat down with me over Zoom to talk about those wings and so much more! Anastasia is a talented comedian, actress, writer, film maker, and podcaster. She shares about growing up in show business, saying YES and her amazing ritual: Cake Wednesdays. Look for her one woman show being released this month: Fifty Shades of Mixed, Confessions of Your Ethnically Ambiguous Best Friend Follow Anastasia Washington on Instagram: @Anastasiawash

TL DeVaney is a fantastic comedian form Seattle. In this late night episode we get together over Zoom and TL shares about transitioning, insomnia, and TBI. TL creates a perfect “dream wing-night” and shares his hopes and dreams for the future. Follow TL @tldevaney on IG & FB.

Joshua James Boyle is a talented comedian, podcast producer, website creator, and foodie. We got to sit down over garlic parm wings from my trusted, go-to Wing Stop in Downtown Phoenix. Josh educated me on the part of Massachusetts thats not Boston, shared with his “wing flight” style of a wing night, explained and how he wants to help comedians produce their projects. We also talk about his mantra: Discipline is Freedom and then I give a TED talk on the grunge-era of music. Find Joshua James Boyle on Instagram and listen to his projects: Heavy Feathers Podcast and Gray Tokens Podcast.

Ryan Erwin is a hilarious comedian from Salt Lake City. He enjoyed wings from the highly rated and reviewed Chick Queen in SLC and we talked about our comedy journeys and resilience. Ryan shares stories of being a middle school teacher, what it was like being raised by two deaf parents and why he’s just looking for a bald accountant. Follow Ryan at Ryan Erwin comedy and @ryerwin on Instagram.

Anthony Davis is a Southern comedian with a deep and insightful edge. He is very clear that he likes his wings MILD because his sensitive tummy can’t handle the heat. During the pandemic Anthony captured the hearts of social media with stories about his charming and hilarious coworker, Todd. We get into our on and off stage personas and knowing one's worth. Hear about all the ways Anthony has been working hard during the pandemic and enjoying more time at home with his wife. Follow Anthony @adcomedy28 and check out his new album, "Eat Around It”.

Comedian, Jasmine Ellis joined me on Face Time and shared the deep dark secret of Truffle Hot Wings from It's Just Wings. We catch up on what she's been up to during the pandemic and look ahead to the future. Jasmine creatively turns her "wing night" into a clever boss-babe MLM and so much more! Follow Jasmine on Instagram @jasmineelliscomedy

JP Finley is a Real Estate Broker, a Business Coach and a hunky, bearded midwestern man. We enjoyed Golden Margarita's Monday wing special and talked about networking, the entrepreneurial spirit and being our authentic selves. JP has very strong wing opinions and a passion or blue cheese. Follow JP on Instagram @jpfinleyrealtor