Podcasts about cool beans comedy

Aiden Bloch is an up-and-coming 17-year-old stand-up comedian. He has worked with Jeff Dye, Pablo Francisco, Dustin Ybarra, Jay Mohr, Sam Tripoli, and more. He is a comedy contest winner and is known for Cool Beans Comedy. Good Things Are Happening is sponsored by Surfshark! Get a deal at https://get.surfshark.net/SH3q3  Listen to the conversation, get some good news, and get some inspiration with the guys on Good Things Are Happening. Visit us on the web at https://www.goodthingspod.com/

Cool Beans Comedy – a fantastic collection of comedians making waves at this year's Edinburgh Fringe Festival! Cool Beans Comedy includes some incredible talents: Renee Pezzotta, Suzanne Luna, Corey Martin Craig, and John Zeno. Don't miss out on this unique act which will take Edinburgh by storm this year. Ticket links and all things Cool Beans are in the Resources below. Notably, Renee Pezzotta has been interviewed previously on The Mighty Dragon, she's Smokey in the new series of “Frasier.” It was a pleasure to get to know the rest of the Cool Beans gang and learn about their unique comedy writing process and the special twist they have planned for their act this year. I have a lot of respect for comedians and comic writers, they have the hardest job in the world… to make people laugh… RESOURCES Grab your tickets HERE for the Edinburgh Festival Cool Beans website – get involved! EdFringe app Cool Beans – Linktr.ee Renee's previous The Mighty Dragon interview! Behind the scenes of Frasier!

Gavin Matts is here. We do a deep dive on Cool Beans Comedy, a standup comedy class for children / an IG curator for adults cyberbullying children, we talk Mrs Doubtfire and how things would have gone differently if we were there, and talk adults taking karate classes. All this and more on the new BJS. Gavin's new special “Progression” drops this Friday on YouTube: https://youtu.be/sXswAbQYPDE?si=CQwuSsSbJzSH7k0v Come see Brandon next week in Pittsburgh and Cleveland. Jamel will join him in Las Vegas and Salt Lake City. Ticket links right here: https://linktr.ee/Brandonwardell

Thanks for listening! This week, actor, director, two-time TEDx speaker, and comedy coach Corey Martin Craig joins me to discuss his journey. We talk about the correlation between drive and time management, confidence and stand up comedy, as well as the power in embracing who you are as an individual. As always we concluded with the eternal question, “Are You Okay?” But, spoiler alert… we weren't. xo, Pamela LISTEN/SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-ones-okay/id1495487224 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/71zwoGcKEgZ8FvMVcwPawh?si=85kZIupGTICYMvarnmw0ag Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/no-ones-okay NO ONE'S OKAY SCHEDULE New Episodes every Tuesday BASED ON SCHEDULE New Episodes every other Monday CONNECT WITH US Website- http://www.noonesokay.com SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/noonesokay @PamelaPortnoy COREY MARTIN CRAIG https://www.instagram.com/coreymartincraig/?hl=en COOL BEANS COMEDY https://www.coolbeanscomedy.com/ #NoOnesOkayPodcast #PamelaPortnoy #CoreyMartinCraig

Andrew Cornelius is a good friend of Cool Beans Comedy and Cool Beans U. As a student, he has been a part of the program for a number of years. He has also been crushing it on the comedy circuit across the country, performing at numerous comedy festivals. Also, he helped produce the audiobook Cool Beans Comedy: Stand Up Comedy for Beginners. He is an amazing comic and an incredible person. You're going to love this sit down interview with him. With that, let's listen in to the very funny Andrew Cornelius.

This is a very special interview with Cool Beans Comedy graduate and regular performer, Mike Knox. Mike is the author of "Vivien's Rain: My Daughter's Battle with Epilepsy," a book that's both inspirational and informative.  Listen in and learn how Mike was able to mine comedy gold from some of life's darker moments. Click here.  Get ''Vivien's Rain'' on Amazon.

Chinguun Sergelen and his mother Jessie are two of the most amazing people I know. I had the pleasure of having Chinguun in the Cool Beans Comedy youth comedy class, and had the pleasure of coaching him into a series regular role on the Nickelodeon series "All That." He is a hilarious, brave comedian who isn't afraid to talk about anything for the sake of humor. He is the first Mongolian to be a series regular as an actor, and I hope this interview shed a light of inspiration to all. We hope that you are staying safe out there during these trying times, and with that, let's listen in on the very funny Chinguun Sergelen.

We hope you are staying healthy and happy during these trying times. To provide some inspiration, we interviewed teen comic Braxon Herda about his young comedic journey. Braxton has performed multiple times on the Cool Beans Comedy stage, both at the world famous Ice House Comedy Club and in Hollywood, California. He models himself after his comedy idol, Robin Williams. You've seen Braxton on Arrested Development, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Disney Channel, Netflix, and here's here for you today to give some inspiration. If you are a young performer at home during these quarrantine times and are interested in our new online comedy course, please head on over to CoolBeansComedy.com/youthclass -OR- if you're an adult listening in, head on over to CoolBeansComedy.com/class for our adult online classes. All classes are held on Zoom with weekly writing assignments. Sending our best to everyone to stay safe and be encouraged.

Sandy Velasco is an LA-based actor, performer and comedian.  After receiving her degree in Mathematics from UCLA, she went against all that is logical and started to pursue a career as an actor and a writer.  Comedy has always been a big part of her life so naturally she surrounded herself with people that made her laugh. She trained at the Lembeck Comedy Workshop, became an improviser through Upright Citizens Brigade (UCB), and even learned sketch writing at UCB. A highlight is her standup comedy debut at the famous Ice House Comedy Club with Cool Beans Comedy. She is a current troupe member of ImprovCity.  In addition to film work and her writing, she’s also blessed to be a part of the theater community in Los Angeles. Sandy shares how an opportunity to go to Japan to help with the relief of tsunami victims made her realize she has something to offer and make a positive impact in others.  Check out her episode to listen to her story. Check out https://thetaoofselfconfidence.com for show notes of Sandy's episode, Sandy's website, resources, gifts and so much more.

This week, spend some time with Cool Beans Comedy producer Corey Craig as he talks with two of the writers on Grownish, Sara Lukasiewicz and Brady Morphy. They are amazing! They talk about the journey of becoming writers on a hit tv show AND they talk about their very first episode of produced television and the following premiere party. Corey was there first-hand, and he can vouch for the fact that it's a very funny story. Hey, if you have a funny story, our next stand up comedy intensive starts August 18th at the Ice House Comedy Club. A few spots are still available Sign up at CoolBeansComedy.com/class https://www.coolbeanscomedy.com/class With that, let's listen in to Sara Lukasiewicz and Brady Morphy, writers on Grownish.

All right, guys! If you're watching the vide podcast, then you might notice that Cool Beans Comedy Producer Cory Craig has a few stitches these days on his face from playing basketball. Needless to say, Cory announced his retirement from recreational basketball immediately following what's come to be known as the "incident." But stitches won't stop Coirey Craig from bringing you an incredible Cool Beans Comedy podcast this week with Jesus Trejo, Francisco Ramos and Fabrizio Copano. They may be individually hilarious, but they talk about joining forces for their incredible show, "Trifecta Comedy." It's a brand new, Spanish-speaking comedy brand that gives a voice to a less served demographic. They are amazing. We hear about the origin of Trifecta, their upcoming shows and plans for the future. You are going to love it! Check out Trifecta Comedy for all of their upcoming shows.

Cool Beans Comedy's very own Corey Craig and his dog Juan Carlos intro this week's incredible podcast interview with Fuller House writer Nick Fascitelli. Nick is hilarious and he dishes on all things Fuller House as this will be the fifth and final season when it releases on Netflix later this year. We had a few of our Cool Beans community join us for some questions and you are going to love it.

London Lee joins the podcast this week, as he'll be performing on the Cool Bean Comedy main stage show at the Ice House Comedy Club in Pasadena, California on Sunday, July 21st at 9pm. London is a former sports star turned community leader, family man and comic. A limited number of free tickets are available ot see london at CoolBeansComedy.com/london And if you would like to try your hand at stand up comedy, our next round of The Cool Beans Comedy stand up comedy intensive starts Sunday, July 14th at the Ice House Comedy Club. To enroll and get more details, head over to CoolBeansComedy.com/class With that, let's listen in on London Lee.

Cool Beans Comedy friend and audience favorite Torrance Hill joins the podcast again this week. You loved him so much the first time, we brought him back again for another interview. Torrance performed in the Cool Beans Comedy show this last weekend at the Ice House Comedy Club in Pasadena, and he'll be performing at Cool Beans at The Pico on Saturday June 8th, at The Pico in West L.A. with Jesus Trejo and Candice Thompson. Get tickets while they're available at CoolBeansComedy.com/pico -- and with that, let's listen in to our good friend Torrance Hill or head over to YouTube and check out the video podcast! 

KT Tatara joins the podcast and delivers one of the most inspiring and uplifting interviews to date! Our favorite tip from KT while performing: remember to smile and to have fun. If you would like to see KT's smile this weekend, he will be performing in the Cool Beans Comedy main stage show at the Ice House Comedy Club in Pasadena on Sunday, April 28th, at 8pm with Jesus Trejo (Comedy Central) and Francisco Ramos (NBC). A few free tickets still remain: https://www.coolbeanscomedy.com/tickets Try and snag yours while supplies last! With that, please enjoy KT Tatara.

Our guest this week is Hillina Jarso who is on her third Cool Beans U session and is preparing fro her NBC Diversity Showcase callback!  She's a mother of three hilarious boys and is a goldmine of comedy.  She'll be performing in the Cool Beans Comedy show on the main stage of the ice House Comedy Club in Pasadena next Sunday.  That's April 28th, where Lina will perform with comedians Jesus Trejo (Comedy Central), Francisco Ramos (NBC), KT Tatara (FOX), with hosts Corey Craig and Matthew Moore.  All with a surprise celebrity guest! Get your free tickets while you can:  https://www.coolbeanscomedy.com/tickets With that, let's listen in on the incredible Hillina Jarso!

This week we have three incredible comics and dear friends to Cool Beand Comedy:  Logan Byam Taylor, Shannon Bengston & Michelle Zarlenga.  We talk about the Cool Beans Comedy community, using stand up to discuss and address adversity, and we have way too much fun with Seinfeld references as Michelle relates her entire life to episodes with Jerry.  Listen in and see Logan this month on the Cool eans Comedy mainstage on April 28th!   Head over to https://www.coolbeanscomedy.com/alumni for tickets! With that, let's listen in on three inspiring and hilarious comics:  Logan Byam Taylor, Shannon Bengston & Michelle Zarlenga!

We are introducing video to our podcast!  Head over to YouTube.com --our episode this week is with Kiki Melendez, a multi-hyphenate extraordinaire and the next Oprah.  We talk about her journey into comedy and discuss her upcoming Omnicultural TV Fest in association with NATPE, the National Association of Television Program Executives, happening May 1st at the Egyptian Theater in Hollywood.  Get your tickets now!  Producer Jack Sullivan and Cool Beans Comedy's very own Corey Craig will be there.  With that, let's listen in to the positively radiant Kiki Melendez!

Happy Thursday everyone!  This week, Cory talks with four teenagers featured in the Cool Beans Comedy Teen Comedy Special live taping on Saturday, Merch 9th.  We chat with Zach Rice, Gabby Green, Chloe Fernandez and Grace Lu to discuss their comedy, their excitement and freas about the big show and more! PLUS, Assistant Director Shannon Bengston joins the conversation as well.   If you'e in the Los Angeles area, get tickets before they sell out!  https://www.coolbeanscomedy.com/teenspecial  

We are re-releasig one of our favorite podcast interviews with the hilarious Jamie Kennedy! Jamie will be performing this Sunday, January 20th, at the Ice House Comedy Club in Pasadena at 7PM on the Cool Beans Comedy mainstage. A few free tickets are still available at CoolBeansComedy.com/tickets. Jamie is so incredibly raw, open and humble in this interview. We talk about his journey to L.A., getting his first big break, and his roots of performing at the Ice House when he was first making a name for himself. With that, see Jamie live this Sunday and listen to his journey now! **Music provided by bensound.com.

Happy 2019 everyone! We start this year off with one of our favorite episodes from last year featuring the incredible Reggie Watts! Listen to his journey and inspirations. And if you made a resolution be be funny this year, Cool Beans Comedy has the final two spots available in our very first stand up comedy intensive of the year starting this Sunday, January 6, at the Ice House Comedy Club. More info at CoolBeansComedy.com/class. Here's to a prosperous New Year -- and with that, let's listen again to our interview with Reggie Watts. *Music provided by bensound.com

What a year! happy Holidays from everyoe at Cool Beans Comedy. This episode, Corey Craig and Matthew Moore reflect on a tremendous 2018 with our incredible producer Jack Sullivan. And we look forward to a prosperous 2019. Quick note, our January 6 stand up comedy intensive afternoon class has already filled up, and there are a few spots remaining in the morning class. CoolBeansComedy.com/class With that, thank YOU for helping us have our best year yet and here's to continuing that trend in 2019. Much love to all. *Music provided by bensound.com #ChanukahORHanukkah #Kwanzaa #Christmas #NewYearsEve #DecemberSolstice #WrightBrothersDay #PanAmericanAviationDay #BillOfRightsDay #NationalGuardBirthday #FeastOfourLadyOfGuadalupe #FeatOfTheImmaculateConception #PearlHarborRemembranceDay #StNicholasDay #FirstSundayOfAdvent #RosaParksDay #CyberMonday #AmericanIndianHeritageDay #BlackFriday #AcadaianDay #FamilyDay #LincolnsBirthday #PresidentsDay

Happy Holidays from everyone at Cool Beans Comedy. This week, we are super-stoaked to have Corey Craig's good friend, Delanie Fischer! Corey had the pleaure to direct her docu-comedy special, "Love At First Cousin," which is available now at DelanieFischer.com. It's hilarious and heartfelt. We talk about the origin of the idea, execution of the speical including casting, and Delanie's new venture: Dick Mugs! DicksByDelanie.com if anyone is a dick to you this holiday season! *Music provided by bensound.com DelanieFischer.com DicksByDelanie.com #DelanieFischer #LoveAtFirstCousin #DicksByDelanie #PenisAnger #DickHate #AssholeManagement

We are back from Thanksgiving break - hope you enjoyed your long weekend with family and friends! This week we have Justin Foster on the podcast. He is one of our favorites. We talk about his journey from Texas and falling into comedy while working at a comedy club -AND- how his favorite meal of the day is breakfast which he can eat anytime, anywhere! He may (or may not) recount his favorite breakfast spots across this country in this episode. With that, let's listen in on Cool Beans Comedy's very own Matthew Moore and Corey Craig sit-down chat with comedian Justin Foster! *Music provided by bensound.com Justin on Twitter Justin on Weebly Justin on Instagram #JustinFoster #Comedian #BreakfastLover #Texas #ComedyClub #ComedyIsMyFavoriteMeal

This is one of Cool Beans Comedy's very own Corey Craig's favorite people around! Nicole burch is a former Groundlings Sunday Company member, andyou've seen her on ABC, Nickelodeon, and Jimmy Kimmel Live. Corey has the opportunity to direct her comedy special, "Never Been Kissed," at the Ice House Comedy Club in Pasadena this Sunday, November 18th. Joining her will be comedians Alonso Boden & Amir K, and her mother plans on being present, as always, to heckle her (we talk about it in the podcast - so be sure to listen). CoolBeansComedy.com/tickets for free tickets still available for the 11/18 9PM show!  Hope to see you there! *Music provided by bensound.com Nicole on the IMDB Nicole on Twitter Nicole on Instagram Nicole's Website #NeverBeenKissed #NicoleBurch #ABC #Nickelodeon #JimmyKimmelLive #ComedySpecial

Amir K joins Cory and Matt for the podcast this week. He's been a friend of Cool Beans Comedy for years. You know him from MADtv, Fargo, Last Comic Standing, and here's here to talk comedy shop for you today. We talk about the housing market, how that humbled him and ultimately pushed him to try stand up comedy, how he settled on the name Amir K, and we talk about the time Amir, Corey and Matt performed on top of the Holiday Inn in Burbank.  Give it a listen! *Music provided by bensound.com Amir's WebsiteAmir's Twitter Amir's IMDB Amir's Instagram #MADtv #LastComicStanding #Fargo #Holiday Inn #Burbank #HousingMarket

Super excited to have Jonny Loquasto on the podcast this week! Cool Beans Comedy's very own Corey Craig has known Jonny since 2008, and he loves to give back through blood drives at RegularHero.org. He's one of the nicest dudes in all of comedy. We talk about wrestling, being the fat kid growning up, his college hoops story, and his upcoming live comedy special taping coming up next Sunday, November 11, at the Brea Improv. Free tickets at jlocomedy.socalcomedy.com or hit him up on the social media! *Music provided by bensound.com Jonny on the IMDB Jonny's Website Jonny on Twitter Jonny on Instagram #JonnyLoquasto #AXSTV #AXSLive #ComicsUnleashed #GothamComedyLive #Standup&Deliver #NUVOTV

Corey and Matt catch up with Stan Zimmerman. Stan Zimmerman is a prolific writer, having written for shows like The Golden Girls, Roseanne, and Glimore Girls. From Michigan, Stan created his own ficitcious TV Newtork when he was only 10 years old and wrote a TV column for his juniro high school newspaper. He is a wealth of knowledge, and has the dream and determination to direct feature films and more! Hang out with Cool Beans Comedy this afternoon and listen in on the inimitable Stan Zimmerman. *Music provided by bensound.com Visit Stan on the IMDB. Visit Stan's Website. Visit Stan on Twitter. Visit Stan on Instagram. #StanZimmerman #GoldenGirls #GilmoreGirls #Roseanne #SitComs #TVWriter #MichiganMovieMaster  

Happy Thursday everyone! Corey Craig and Matthew Moore are celebrating fifty podcasts. Yeas, you read that right. Fifty. As in this is episode number fifty. To celebrate, Matt and Corey talk about the "History of Cool Beans Comedy" while some of their Cool Beans U friends ask questions. It's super informative abolut Matt and Corey's intimate working relationship, the show's history, where they're at right now and what secrets the future holds! Visit Cool beans Comedy on the web! Visit Improv For The People on the web! *Music provided by bensound.com #CoolBeansComedy #CoolBeansU #ImprovForThePeople #ImprovComedy #TheIceHouse #ThePico #StandUpComedy #StandUpShows #StandUpComedyClasses

We are extremely thankful for Jamie Kennedy for stopping by The Ice House in Pasadena, California to talk with Matt and Corey!  We're even more excited theat he'll be joining the Cool Beans Comedy show on the Main Stage at the Ice House this Sunday, September 16th, at 7PM!  A few free tickets are still available at the Cool Beans Comedy website! Jamie is one of the greats and is extremely open and vulnerable in this interview.  We talk about his journey from Philly to Los Angeles, how to stay humble with success, and making a living at comedy!  It is possible!!  Jamie Kennedy on the IMDBJamie Kennedy's Website Jamie Kennedy on TwitterJamie Kennedy on Facebook *Music provided by bensound.com #JamieKennedy #JamesHarveyKennedy #Comedian #TelevisionProducer #Screenwriter #RandyMeeks #Scream #TheJamieKennedyExperiment #TheWB

The hilarious and hard working Hunter Hill is on the podcast this week with Corey Craig! Hunter is a comic based out of Los Angeles CA, who is currently touring internationally and across the country. Hunter discusses growing up in Los Angeles, how anyone could perform at the Jon Lovitz Comedy Club back in the day, maintaining relationships, and keeping your comedy funny in this edition! See him live as part of the nine-year-anniversary of Cool Beans Comedy on Sunday, August 19th! Click here and get tickets now for free!  Hunter's Website Hunter on Twitter Hunter on Instagram *Music provided by bensound.com #HunterHill #Comedian #JonLovitz #CoolBeansComedy #FunnyComedy

Two professional comics, Francisco Ramos and Erica Rhodes, stopped by Cool Beans U's previous cycle of students to discuss the realities of being a professional comic and answer questions from the classroom.  Recorded on location in Stage B at the Ice House Comedy Club. Are you hankering to try your hand at stand up comedy? Five weeks of training includes a professional comic Q & A, a Business of Comedy overview, and your five-class intensive concludes with YOU performing in a real, professionally produced stand-up comedy show at the world famous Ice House Comedy Club in Pasadena, CA! Learn how to make your life experiences the subject of a “killer” stand-up set! Work each and every week onstage with individualized attention and observation! Learn the secrets of stand-up and gain the confidence to perform your “killer” set from Cool Beans Comedy host Matthew Moore and producer Corey Craig! Register Today*! Limited class size. Sundays starting May 20 from 2:00 PM-4:30 PM (May 20, 27, June 3, 10, 17. PLUS a Grad Show in June) Cool Beans U Comedy Classes & Coaching *Music provided by bensound.com

Corey Craig and Cool Beans Comedy catch up with the hilarious Tony Baker backstage at the Ice House Comedy Club in Pasadena, CA - where magic happens!   Born Anthony C. Baker in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Tony and his family quickly moved back to the city of Chicago where he was raised on the south side. His passion for film started at a very early age and stayed with him throughout his life. While attending New Mexico State University his creative ideas were brought to the forefront while writing and directing films with his colleagues just for the love of it. His comedic skills developed while hosting pageants, talent shows, and fund-raising events on the NMSU campus. His love for theater developed when he made his stage debut in the University production of “Of Mice & Men” in which he received his first acting award. After bringing his acting talents to the stage he knew that it was time to make the dream a reality and uprooted his family to California to pursue a career in acting and stand up comedy.* Source.* **Music provided by bensound.com.  Cool Beans Comedy show this Sunday!  Free tickets!  Click here! ABC's Dustin Ybarra MADtv's Amir K HBO's Jen Kober Netflix's Brett Goldstein With your hosts Matthew Moore and Corey Craig  Ice House Comedy Club 24 N Mentor Ave, Pasadena 6 PM Red Carpet • 7 PM Show • Post-Show After-Party + Happy Hour at Dusit Hotel Every audience member receives jelly beans, and has the chance to win prizes, such as Warner Bros. VIP Tour passes!   All ages welcome (15+ recommended).  

Learn about Cool Beans Comedy and our many unique stand up comedy offerings with this exclusive toe-tapping sizzle reel! Do you want to try your hand at stand up comedy for the very first time in a collaborative and supportive environment?  Or are you stand up comic who needs more feedback and guidance than open mic nights are providing you?  Then sign up for the next round of the Cool Beans U Stand Up Comedy Intensive and learn how to craft your life experiences into a “killer” stand-up set!  Work each and every week onstage with individualized attention and observation! It's five (5) weeks of training + a Grad Show at the world famous Ice House Comedy Club in Pasadena, CA! -- Open to all levels!  Register Today!  Limited class size. When?  Sundays starting February 18 from 2:00-4:30 PM (February 18, 25, March 4, 11, 18 PLUS a Grad Show in March.) Where?  All classes and the Grad Show are held at the Ice House Comedy Club (24 N Mentor Ave, Pasadena). -- For additional information, contact the Registration Office at: info@CoolBeansComedy.com or (626) 344-9519

Corey and Matt catch up with Cool Beans Comedy favorite, comedian Taylor Tomlinson, after finishing her set on the Ice House Comedy Club main stage. They discuss her new found recognition, high school, Matt's desire for kids, reading to children, being fat, and mustard sweaters. Do enjoy! "Taylor Tomlinson started doing stand up comedy at just sixteen years old, when she realized that her quiet, sarcastic asides were not being adequately appreciated by her peers. Her self-deprecating charm and conversational wit have made her a favorite at comedy clubs, colleges, corporate events, and other suspicious, rented spaces across the country. She was featured in her own regular segment ("Young as Hell") on Laughs on FOX season 1 and can now be seen hosting the show every week. She was a top ten finalist on season 9 of NBC's Last Comic Standing and can be seen on the upcoming season of Adam Devine's House Party on Comedy Central."  *Source. Find Taylor on Twitter.  @taylortomlinson *Music provided by bensound.com

Keon Polee is one of the funniest comedians coming out of the bay. His style and presence is something that needs to be seen as he shares his views and life with the world through laughs.  Cool Beans Comedy catches up with the talented comic for a few quick questions regarding self motivation, having kids, and comedy! Follow Keon on Twitter via @KeonPolee *Music provided by bensound.com

Cool Beans Comedy catches up with comedian Francisco Ramos to talk about the business of being funny! Francisco is one of the top 10 finalists from Last Comic Standing Season 9, has appeared on @midnight at Comedy Central, appears as Ramon on Netflix’s “Lady Dynamite” and recently won the NBC Cozi TV Comedy Festival. He is also the voice of the Lead Marmoset in the movie “RIO” with Anne Hathaway and Jesse Eisenberg. He has toured worldwide as a standup comic, including going to Afghanistan to perform for the US troops. He appeared in the Byron Allen syndicated show “First Family”, has appeared in several sketches for the Jimmy Kimmel Live Show, and is also a part of Steve Carell’s TBS pilot episode of “Tribeca”. Originally from Venezuela, Francisco moved to Washington D.C. in 1994. He graduated from the University of Maryland in 2004 with a double major of Finance and International Business. However, after a short-lived desk job, Francisco realized that his passion was comedy. Since then, he has been selected to perform in the CBS Multicultural Diversity Showcase, where he was one of 12 selected from a pool of 5,000 applicants. He has also appeared in NUVO TV’s show “Latino 101″ and in the movie “Marmaduke” with Owen Wilson and George Lopez. Francisco Ramos performs regularly at the major comedy clubs in Los Angeles such as the Comedy Store, Comedy & Magic Club, Laugh Factory, Improvs. He worked as one of the writers and host for the 123UNODOSTRES channel show “Bashtag”, and is on route to become one of the top comics in the industry. Source. *Music provided by bensound.com  

In 2017, Mark Stevenson challenged himself with a stand up comedy course.  After graduating Cool Beans U's stand up comedy intensive, his hard work, dedication, and the support of his fiancée helped him make it to perform on the main stage at the Ice House!  See his unique comedy live on Sunday, November 19th!  Check out Cool Beans Comedy for details and free tickets. Mark Stevenson is from all over the country,  from Rumford, Rhode Island to  Los Angeles, CA.  He joined the Coast Guard in 2007 and spent his first 5 years in a Command Center in the port of Long Beach as a watch stander where he spent his time taking boater distress calls. He's spent over a year in Venice, Louisiana, where he provided  aide at the Deep Water Horizon Oil Spill in the Gulf of Mexico. Most recently, Mark was assigned to the deployable Port Security Unit 311, where he's currently the Lead Petty Officer in the communications division.  He and his fiancée live in San Pedro with their two dogs.  *Music provided by bensound.com

Cool Beans Comedy's very own Corey Craig and Matthew Moore catch up with comedians Taylor Tomlinson and Kelsey Cook in the greenroom after their sets at the Ice House Comedy Club in Pasadena, California. Taylor Tomlinson started doing stand up comedy at just sixteen years old, when she realized that her quiet, sarcastic asides were not being adequately appreciated by her peers. Her self-deprecating charm and conversational wit have made her a favorite at comedy clubs, colleges, corporate events, and other suspicious, rented spaces across the country. She was featured in her own regular segment ("Young as Hell") on Laughs on FOX season 1 and can now be seen hosting the show every week. She was a top ten finalist on season 9 of NBC's Last Comic Standing and can be seen on the upcoming season of Adam Devine's House Party on Comedy Central.¹ Kelsey Cook’s quick wit and relatable observations create an easy connection with her audiences. She’s the daughter of an International Yo-Yo Champion and a Professional Foosball player, which made for a humor-filled life at a young age.  She moved to Los Angeles from Seattle and has spent the last year touring 50+ dates with Jim Norton. She recently started splitting her time with New York, where she is a paid regular at The Comedy Cellar, The Stand, Gotham Comedy Club and New York Comedy Club. She regularly appears as a guest on "Opie and Jimmy" and "The Sam Roberts Show" on Sirius.² ¹Source: elle Model Agency ²Source: Laugh Factory *Music provided by bensound.com

Cool Beans Comedy's very own Corey Craig and Matthew Moore catch up with comedian Drew Lynch before his show at the Ice House Comedy Club in Pasadena, California. Drew Lynch is a stand-up comedian known for his severe stutter. He appeared on the tenth season of America's Got Talent and finished in second place. He is a regular content contributor to YouTube—often featuring his service dog Stella in his videos—with his channel having over 1 million subscribers and 43 million views.* *Source:  Wikipedia *Music by bensound.com

When it's 104 degrees outside, there are two ways to stay cool: Air Conditioning, and listening to my conversation with Cool Beans Comedy comedians and producers Cory & Matt. In this episode of The Roxy Talk, Roxy interviews this dynamic duo literally on the front steps of the famed Pasadena comedy venue The Ice House. Together, they talk about following your dreams, writing jokes and producing a show. The next Cool Beans show will be September 17th, 2017 at the Ice House - check it out!