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Best podcasts about funniest comic

Latest podcast episodes about funniest comic

Laugh After Dark Stand-Up
I Whistle When I Walk! | Crickette Gill

Laugh After Dark Stand-Up

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2025 9:04


Crickette Gill, a Chicago-born comedian thriving in Phoenix, captivates audiences with her sharp meta humor and vivid imagination. Blending keen observational wit with a unique comedic voice, she has built a loyal and ever-growing following. In 2024, Crickette was crowned Funniest Comic in the Valley and earned the Best of Fest title at the prestigious Black Women in Comedy Laugh Fest. She made her debut at the iconic Laugh Factory Hollywood's Chocolate Sundaes 1st Impressions show in 2023 and is set to return in June 2025. A featured performer on Laugh After Dark Comedy and SiriusXM, Crickette brings her standout comedic talent to stages nationwide, solidifying her rising status in the comedy world. Filmed during the Laugh After Dark ComedyFest 2024 at L.A. Comedy Club inside the Strat in Las Vegas. For more information about Laugh After Dark Visit: https://linktr.ee/laughafterdark S O C I A L Instagram http://www.instagram.com/laughafterdark http://www.instagram.com/aliensdontlikehotsauce L I N K S http://www.laughafterdark.com http://www.laughafterdarkcomedyfest.com https://crickettegill.com/ https://www.bestvegascomedy.com/

Hudson Mohawk Magazine
Comedian Bri Morrison on Spelling Bee show

Hudson Mohawk Magazine

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2024 10:27


Comedian Bri Morrison sat down with Marsha Lazarus and Caelan McPherson to talk about The Spelling Bee show at Stack in Troy, where she gets her inspiration for her comedy and her other shows coming up, Lark Tavern Comedy Presents Nikki MacCallun & Matt Vita. and The 2024 Capital Region's Funniest Comic contest starting on September 25th.

The Hawaiiverse Podcast
#129 | Augie T., Frank De Lima & Andy Bumatai | The legends of Hawai'i comedy

The Hawaiiverse Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2024 134:01


Frank De Lima is an award-winning comic who has been entertaining local residents and tourists alike for over 45 years with his zany parodies, outrageous sense of humor and spontaneous creativity. His current catalog consists of three videos and 13 comedy albums, 11 of which have won him the coveted Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award. Andy Bumatai is an actor, stand-up comedian, host and producer. He has recorded a number of comedy albums with his first winning a Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awardnfor most promising artist and later 3 more for best comedy performance. He has many many accolades from decades of work under his belt, but currently he is the host of the Daily Pidgin Podcast, a show that talks about the Hawaiian Pidgin language and Hawaiʻi local customs. Augie Tulba (Augie T.) is a comedian, actor and radio personality with over 30 years of experience. He was named one of the US's top undiscovered comedians in 2019. He is recognized as and one of Hawai'i's top 100 influential Filipinos and was named comedian of the year as the “Funniest Comic” in Hawai'i back in 2012. He was awarded the best comedy show by Honolulu Magazine and has won 2 Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award. He is the only local comedian to sell out the Blaisdell arena. In this episode we talk about their journeys into comedy, how they met each other, memories from years of working in comedy, the state of comedy today, future plans and so much more. Enjoy! Find Frank here: https://www.frankdelima.com/Find Andy here: https://www.instagram.com/andybumatai/Find Augie here: https://www.instagram.com/augiet/ Buy our merch on: Official website: https://keepitaloha.com/ Support us on: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/kamakadias Follow us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keepitalohapod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keepitalohapod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@keepitalohapod Listen to us on: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/keep-it-aloha/id1592266675 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3S4albn4TaWiwqcLVSnHNb?si=88d056857a5b41f2

FOQN Funny
Is Billy Wayne Davis the Funniest Comic Alive?

FOQN Funny

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2024 49:31


Buckle up for Billy Wayne Davis as he opens up about hilarious Southern antics, DMT trips, and the dark twists of small-town dramas. Get ready to laugh until your sides hurt and dive deeper into his wild stories at https://foqnfunny.com. Love what you're hearing on FOQN Funny? Go a step further and become a member of FOQN Funny+. Enjoy exclusive perks and never-ending laughter. Join now at: https://plus.acast.com/s/foqn-funny. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cinema Time Capsule
Episode 12: Dystopian movies!

Cinema Time Capsule

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2024 133:30


Every generation dreams about the future and what advances will be made. In the 80s, we were wondering about the new millenium and whether we would have alien or robot overlords. Join us and our special guest, Doug Nagy, as we explore the roots of humanity's dystopian fascination, what they say about us and what some of our favourite films in this genre got right in their future predictions. Shortly after this was recorded, Doug was named Hamilton's Funniest Comic! We got little glimpses of his humour while also learning a lot about his favourite movies outside of 'Roadhouse'. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cinematimecapsule/message

Scott Radley Show
No housing project for Stoney Creek, Why not cut interest rates if it'll lower inflation? Auston Matthews breaks 50-goal record & Hamilton's funniest comic has been crowned!

Scott Radley Show

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2024 49:02


The plan to use a parking lot in Stoney Creek as a location for housing has been shot down. Why? Guest: John-Paul Danko, Councillor, Ward 8, City of Hamilton - If, according to economists, the cost of mortgages are a contributing factor to high inflation, why aren't we seeing interest rate cuts? Guest: David Macdonald, Senior Economist, Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives - Though the Toronto Maple Leafs have gone for an unbelievable amount of time without a Stanley Cup, that doesn't necessarily mean the players on said team are subpar. This is especially true for Auston Matthews who's already scored 50 goals this season, breaking the record which was previously held for 28 years. Guest: Mike Stubbs, Host of London Live on 980 CFPL and London Knights play-by-play announcer - Hamilton based comedian Doug Nagy was crowned “funniest comic in Hamilton” on Wednesday night at Levity Comedy Club following a month-long contest organized by The Canadian Comedy Hall of Fame culminating in a winner-take-all show consisting of eight finalists. Guest: Doug Nagy, Hamilton-based comedian

The BS Show
#2075: Funniest comic ever, and Gelfand on Taylor Swift

The BS Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2024 46:03


This episode of The BS Show features KQ Morning Show legend Mike Gelfand, comic Bryan Miller, The Loop's Kevin Cusick, and psychic Ruth Lordan.

It's Been a Minute
Ep. 40 - Grady Pruitt

It's Been a Minute

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2023 62:15


My guest is hilarious, hardworking, and winner of the 2017 Funniest Comic in Texas Competition, Grady Pruitt. We talk about Stand up, life , and his upcoming Album "What happened to Shame?" You can follow him on IG @pruittgrady. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joe-navarro1/support

The Stage Is Mine With Terrance Hill
The Beauty of Laughter featuring Comedian Peng Dang

The Stage Is Mine With Terrance Hill

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2023 26:02


Welcome to "The Stage Is Mine" YouTube show, where we interview some of the most talented and inspiring artists in the industry. In Episode 27 we dive into the fascinating world of comedy, we have the privilege of sitting down with the incredibly hilarious comedian, Peng Dang!

Quack Attack 5000
The Act Out - S02E08 - Peng Dang

Quack Attack 5000

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2023 40:28


The Act Out - S02E08 - Peng Dang Duck sits down with Comedian Peng Dang to discuss moving to the United State from China, getting into stand-up comedy, meeting famous people, and his advice for up and coming comics! Listen on your favorite Podcast App: Spotify, Stitcher, Podbean, Itunes. Just search "The Improv Tx Comedy Network" Listen Now on Podbean: https://improvtx.podbean.com/e/the-act-out-s02e08-peng-dang/ Watch Live Video on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yMknXTujpdI Peng Dang Bio: Peng Dang is a newly added regular performer at the world famous Comedy Cellar, a NY club that's frequented by celebrity performers such as Jerry Seinfeld, Chris Rock, and Kevin Hart. Peng was born in China. His standup connects two worlds from growing up in China to living in the United States. He is a member of Stars of Tomorrow and a finalist at the Funniest Comic in Texas competition. He's worked with numerous prominent comedians including Leanne Morgan, Nigel Ng(uncle Roger), and Cristela Alonzo. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pengdangcomedy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pengdangcomedy/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pengdangcomedy Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqLW8YBmwXpEzGKCQ9oWccA About the Addison Improv: Tired of going to dinner & a movie? Change it up with a night at the Addison Improv! It's the perfect place for a date night, birthday, Bachelor/Bachelorette party...all together a good ol' time! Ticket prices may vary, depending on the comedian.  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AddisonImprov Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/addisonimprov/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AddisonImprov TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@improvaddison #theimprovtxcomedynetwork #standupcomedy #laugh #joke #laughter #jokes #standupcomedian #comedian #standup #funny #humor #podcast #fun #memes #lol #hilarious #viral #comedyshorts #haha #improv #addisonimprov #arlingtonimprov #houstonimprov #chicagoimprov #sanantoniolol

The BS Show
#1915: And the funniest comic of them all is ...

The BS Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2023 46:03


This episode of The BS Show features KQ Morning Show legend Mike Gelfand, comic Bryan Miller, The Loop's Kevin Cusick and psychic Ruth Lordan.

Jamie and Stoney
Who is the funniest comic you've seen perform live?

Jamie and Stoney

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2023 12:37


Stoney saw Whitney Cummings perform on Friday

Everyone Talks To Liz Claman – FOX News Radio
Mic Drop: How Comic Josh Johnson Went From Couch Surfing To Center Stage

Everyone Talks To Liz Claman – FOX News Radio

Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2023 34:55


Everyone has had a dream about getting into the world of "show biz," and for Josh Johnson that dream came true. Stand-up Comic & Emmy-nominated Writer at The Daily Show Josh Johnson joins Liz to explain how he went from being a kid growing up in poverty-stricken, rural Louisiana to a writer for late night television.   Josh explains how he has turned his own life tragedy into comedy, describing his comedic style as storytelling with a nod towards observation. He details his journey step by step from sleeping on friends' couches, to getting a job opportunity to write for late night television, to being named New York's Funniest Comic at the New York Comedy Festival. Follow Liz on Twitter: @LizClaman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Art of Bombing
Live From The Chief Comedy Festival and Train Tour

The Art of Bombing

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2023 75:28


Episode 274: Live From The Chief Comedy Festival and Train TourHappy anniversary to us! In this episode, we celebrate our 6-year anniversary with an episode recorded live at the Chief Comedy Festival and Train Tour. This episode features Autumn Horvat (Chief Comedy Festival), Ameerah Yasmine Sanders (Limestone Comedy Festival), Dan Umthun (Doomcast), and Sara Anne Myers (“Real Laughs” on 104.1FM Orlando). Each comedian shares their grooming bombing story and we chat about those experiences and what knowledge was gained. Plus more!IG: https://www.instagram.com/thechieffestival/Autumn:Autumn Horvat is a Tucson comedian who has performed all over the southwest. She is a regular at Laffs comedy cafe and has worked with Gilbert Gottfried. She has been called a female Jerry Seinfeld. Clearly, she's going places!IG: https://www.instagram.com/autbothorvat/Ameerah:Ameerah is a Chicago-based comic who has opened for Ron Funches and Hari Kondabolu.IG: https://www.instagram.com/ameerahsanders/Dan:Dan's jokes are painstakingly handcrafted in small batches with smoked peat and aged in sherry oak casks for 12 years. He was all-state Speech in Group Acting in 1999 and has since performed at the Guthrie Center American Legion for two free Coors Banquets, a fine beer. He executive produced Beast Village Comedy Fest in Des Moines, the Underground Comedy Open Mic since 2008 and a fine web series about geek culture called the Doomcast.IG: https://www.instagram.com/danumthun/Sara:Quirky, cutesy, and all-around “adorkable”, Sara Anne Myers' storytelling is awkward, clever, and painfully endearing. Sara performs at multiple venues around the country including the Improv, Funny Bone, and Bonkerz Comedy Clubs. She was a semi-finalist in the “Florida 104.1FM Monsters in the Morning Comedian of the Year” competition, as well as the “Florida's Funniest Female” competition, and has been a frequent contributor to the radio show “Real Laughs” on 104.1FM Orlando. Sara has opened for a variety of comedians including Theo Von, Jeremy Piven, Tommy Davidson, Adam Ferrara, and Brad Williams.IG: https://www.instagram.com/sara.anne.myers/Sponsored by https://www.puxhub.com/: Hey bomb squad if you're a comedian or podcaster looking for an affordable website solution with a modern look then we recommend PuxHub! With a PuxHub website, you can set up your new website in minutes with easy-to-use prebuilt templates. PuxHub websites are customizable and easily integrated with IG, TikTok, and Twitter platforms. The best part, PuxHub plans are only $5 per month! We use PuxHub for our website, and we think you should too and that's why we've partnered with PuxHub to offer listeners a free 60-trial! Head over to PuxHub.com to subscribe and use promo code "AOBPOD" at check out for your 60-day free trial and then pay only $5 per month after that. Take your career to the next level with your own PuxHub website today!Thomas NicholsThomas Nichols is a stand-up comedian based out of Dallas, Texas. His unique and whip-smart observations span from everything from cartoons to politics to pineapple fanta - the laid-back funnyman transitions seamlessly from one tightly crafted joke to the next within the course of a single set. Deadpan, hilarious, and wise beyond his years, Nichols is a nationally touring comic who's been featured in the horror film “Subferatu” as Roosevelt. He's also been a finalist in many comedy festivals like Funniest Comic in Texas Competition, Seattle International Competition, and many more.http://www.tncomedy.net/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfCI1B5mVAPJUb09k4ln4UAhttps://www.facebook.com/tncomedyhttps://www.instagram.com/tncomedy/https://twitter.com/tncomedyArt of Bombing:"Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John HultBumpers provided by Joe Nicola MusicWebsite: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/Merch: https://art-of-bombing-pod.creator-spring.com/Buy us a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/aobpodFB: https://www.facebook.com/artobpodcast/Twitter: @artofbombingpodInstagram: @artofbombingpodTwitch: @artofbombingpodYouTube: Art of Bombing PodcastDan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/Josh Shirley: http://www.joshshirleycomedy.com

The Art of Bombing
A Happy Demotion with Thomas Nichols (SiriusXM Radio)

The Art of Bombing

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2023 83:08


Episode 273: A Happy Demotion with Thomas Nichols (SiriusXM Radio)Thomas Nichols - a stand-up comedian and comic-book writer, had a string of bombs at a comedy club his last couple of weeks in – they each got so progressively worse that he was relieved on Friday to find out he had been demoted to a guest spot. There's still no clear answer to why he couldn't bring his crowds along, but thankfully he's buried it behind a lot of successes. Thomas and host of the Art of Bombing Podcast, Dan Bublitz Jr rap about how important a car is to a comic, hotel hacks, and several other things that help any comic make a week on the road more economical. Plus more!Sponsored by https://www.puxhub.com/: Hey bomb squad if you're a comedian or podcaster looking for an affordable website solution with a modern look then we recommend PuxHub! With a PuxHub website, you can set up your new website in minutes with easy-to-use prebuilt templates. PuxHub websites are customizable and easily integrated with IG, TikTok, and Twitter platforms. The best part, PuxHub plans are only $5 per month! We use PuxHub for our website, and we think you should too and that's why we've partnered with PuxHub to offer listeners a free 60-trial! Head over to PuxHub.com to subscribe and use promo code "AOBPOD" at check out for your 60-day free trial and then pay only $5 per month after that. Take your career to the next level with your own PuxHub website today!Thomas NicholsThomas Nichols is a stand-up comedian based out of Dallas, Texas. His unique and whip-smart observations span from everything from cartoons to politics to pineapple fanta - the laid-back funnyman transitions seamlessly from one tightly crafted joke to the next within the course of a single set. Deadpan, hilarious, and wise beyond his years, Nichols is a nationally touring comic who's been featured in the horror film “Subferatu” as Roosevelt. He's also been a finalist in many comedy festivals like Funniest Comic in Texas Competition, Seattle International Competition, and many more.http://www.tncomedy.net/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfCI1B5mVAPJUb09k4ln4UAhttps://www.facebook.com/tncomedyhttps://www.instagram.com/tncomedy/https://twitter.com/tncomedyArt of Bombing:"Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John HultBumpers provided by Joe Nicola MusicWebsite: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/Merch: https://art-of-bombing-pod.creator-spring.com/Buy us a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/aobpodFB: https://www.facebook.com/artobpodcast/Twitter: @artofbombingpodInstagram: @artofbombingpodTwitch: @artofbombingpodYouTube: Art of Bombing PodcastDan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/Josh Shirley: http://www.joshshirleycomedy.com

City Cast Madison
Madison's Solution for Evictions? Lawyers.

City Cast Madison

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2023 23:30


The City of Madison knows that no one likes evictions. They're painful, messy and costly. So they're funding a program to provide free lawyers to tenants facing eviction. They mediate conflicts - or miscommunication - between tenants and landlords, and work out solutions.  And it's been shockingly effective.  Carousel Bayrd of Community Justice, Inc is one of these lawyers.

Quack Attack 5000
The Act Out - S02E01 - Emily Grefer

Quack Attack 5000

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2023 40:30


The Act Out - S02E01 - Emily Grefer Duck sits down with Comedian Emily Grefer to discuss getting started in comedy, how she handles hecklers, her writing process, and what it's like to roast other comedians. Check Out Emily Grefer and Friends Wed Mar 1 @ 7:30PM at the Addison Improv: https://improvtx.com/addison/event/emily+grefer+and+friends/12846175/ Listen on your favorite Podcast App: Spotify, Stitcher, Podbean, Itunes. Just search "The Improv Tx Comedy Network" Listen Now on Podbean: https://improvtx.podbean.com/e/the-act-out-s02e01-emily-grefer/ Listen Now on Youtube: https://youtu.be/_Ji9WleGYG0 Emily Grefer's Bio: Emily Grefer is a 30 year old comedian and Semi finalist for Funniest Comic in Texas who has been keeping crowds in the south laughing for the last 3 years. Her sharp observational humor about her chaotic family life, dating conundrums, and affinity for true crime has had her working alongside Harland Williams, Annie Lederman, Chris Kattan & Kevin Farley.  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/emily.grefer.5 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilygrefer/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/emilygrefer TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lurkingandtwerking About the Addison Improv: Tired of going to dinner & a movie? Change it up with a night at the Addison Improv! It's the perfect place for a date night, birthday, Bachelor/Bachelorette party...all together a good ol' time! Ticket prices may vary, depending on the comedian.  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AddisonImprov Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/addisonimprov/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AddisonImprov TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@improvaddison #theimprovtxcomedynetwork #standupcomedy #laugh #joke #laughter #jokes #standupcomedian #comedian #standup #funny #humor #podcast #fun #memes #lol #hilarious #viral #comedyshorts #haha #improv #addisonimprov #arlingtonimprov #houstonimprov #chicagoimprov #sanantoniolol

Quack Attack 5000
The Act Out - S01E20 - Ryan Perrio

Quack Attack 5000

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2023 50:53


The Act Out - S01E20 - Ryan Perrio Duck sits down with Ryan Perrio to discuss his finding comedy, on starting out being "the worst comedian in the city" (Spoilers: He got much better!), tons of amazing advice for up and coming comedians, and his podcast "The Some of All Fears Podcast!" Check Out Ryan's New Special "Crockpots Are Amazing" on Youtube at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YFie8S_rgEc&t=374s Listen on your favorite Podcast App: Spotify, Stitcher, Podbean, Itunes. Just search "The Improv Tx Comedy Network" Listen Now on Podbean: https://improvtx.podbean.com/e/the-act-out-s01e20-ryan-perrio/ Listen Now on Youtube: https://youtu.be/hzgsMKPbk-k Bio:  A rising star in the Dallas Ft Worth comedy scene Ryan Perrio has entertained many with his unique relatable comedy. In 2010 and again in 2013, Ryan was a finalist in the Funniest Comic in Texas competition competing with over 300 comics from the state of Texas. Ryan Perrio is a regular performer at comedy clubs in Dallas Ft Worth, is a regular performer at corporate events, and has performed for our military. Publications such as the Dallas Morning News and Theater Jones have mentioned Ryan Perrio, giving rave reviews for his performances. Ryan's comedy writing has been featured in humor sites such as Ebaumsworld and The Chive. Ryan's comedy was also used in Season 1 of the show Laughs on Fox. Ryan has also opened for some of comedy's biggest stars, such as Brian Posehn, Natasha Leggero, David Alan Grier, Leanne Morgan, The Sklar Brothers, JP Sears & Bobcat Goldwaithe. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088737533332 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryanperrio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/RyanPerrio TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryanperrio The Some of All Fears Podcast! Website: http://www.someofallfears.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/someofallfears Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/somefearfans/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/somefearfans About the Addison Improv: Tired of going to dinner & a movie? Change it up with a night at the Addison Improv! It's the perfect place for a date night, birthday, Bachelor/Bachelorette party...all together a good ol' time! Ticket prices may vary, depending on the comedian.  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AddisonImprov Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/addisonimprov/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AddisonImprov TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@improvaddison #theimprovtxcomedynetwork #standupcomedy #laugh #joke #laughter #jokes #standupcomedian #comedian #standup #funny #humor #podcast #fun #memes #lol #hilarious #viral #comedyshorts #haha #improv #addisonimprov #arlingtonimprov #houstonimprov #chicagoimprov #sanantoniolol

Quack Attack 5000
The Act Out - S01E15 - Alfred Kainga

Quack Attack 5000

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2023 35:23


The Act Out - S01E15 - Alfred Kainga Duck sits down with Comedian Alfred Kainga to talk about growing up in Africa, getting into comedy, working with Kevin Hart, and his advice to up and coming comedians. Listen on your favorite Podcast App: Spotify, Stitcher, Podbean, Itunes. Just search "The Improv Tx Comedy Network" Listen Now on Podbean: https://improvtx.podbean.com/e/the-act-out-s01e15-alfred-kainga/ Listen Now on Youtube: https://youtu.be/UtMzbNAcNWQ Bio: Born in Harare, Zimbabwe, throughout his childhood, Alfred Kainga developed a comedic talent and was known for making family and friends erupt in laughter. He moved to the United States in 2001 and began his comedy career in 2005, in the highly competitive, Dallas, TX comedy scene. Alfred has achieved much success in the world of comedy throughout a short span of time. He was a Semi-Finalist in the 2014 Shaq All-Star Comedy Competition and a Finalist in the Funniest Comic in Texas Competition in 2014 and 2016. Alfred Kainga made his television debut in 2016 on Comedy Central, performing in Kevin Hart's “Hart of the City”. And has also appeared on the Chad Prather Comedy Shootout on RideTv in 2018. Alfred has toured and performed with some of the biggest names in comedy, including, Bruce Bruce, Pierre. He is a member of Team Capone, led by the New York King of Comedy, Capone, whom he tours with regularly. Alfred is a staple feature at the Improv Comedy Clubs across the country and has toured in colleges and universities across the US. Most recently, Alfred has taken his “Funny from A to Z” brand of comedy global, performing in several countries, including, St. Maarten, the Bahamas, Mexico, Zimbabwe, Nigeria, and South Africa , Jamaica ,Canada Uganda and England. He has received rave reviews from fans all across the globe. Alfred's comedy is universal and entertains fans from various races and backgrounds.  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100071086512560 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alfredkainga/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AlfredKainga1 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alfredkainga About the Addison Improv: Tired of going to dinner & a movie? Change it up with a night at the Addison Improv! It's the perfect place for a date night, birthday, Bachelor/Bachelorette party...all together a good ol' time! Ticket prices may vary, depending on the comedian.  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AddisonImprov Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/addisonimprov/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AddisonImprov TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@improvaddison #theimprovtxcomedynetwork #standupcomedy #laugh #joke #laughter #jokes #standupcomedian #comedian #standup #funny #humor #podcast #fun #memes #lol #hilarious #viral #comedyshorts #haha #improv #addisonimprov #arlingtonimprov #houstonimprov #chicagoimprov #sanantoniolol

Quack Attack 5000
The Act Out - S01E06 - Angelia Walker

Quack Attack 5000

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2022 40:05


The Act Out - S01E06 - Angelia Walker Duck sits down with comedian Angelia Walker to talk about growing up in Texas, how she got started in comedy - by accident, and her advice to up and coming comedians! Laughs abound! You don't want to miss this one! Check out Angelia's show at the Addison Improv - Sat Nov 26 @ 11:30PM https://improvtx.com/addison/event/sa... Listen on your favorite Podcast App: Spotify, Stitcher, Podbean, Itunes. Just search "The Improv Tx Comedy Network" Or listen on Podbean: https://improvtx.podbean.com/e/the-ac... Youtube: https://youtu.be/dX7CFbysetg Bio:  Angelia Walker has been making audience's laugh for years with an amazing stage presence that propelled her all the way to the Finals of the Funniest Comic in Texas Competition.  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/angelia.walk... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/comediennea... About the Addison Improv: Tired of going to dinner & a movie? Change it up with a night at the Addison Improv! It's the perfect place for a date night, birthday, Bachelor/Bachelorette party...all together a good ol' time! Ticket prices may vary, depending on the comedian.  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AddisonImprov Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/addisonimprov/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AddisonImprov TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@improvaddison #theimprovtxcomedynetwork #standupcomedy #laugh #joke #laughter #jokes #standupcomedian #comedian #standup #funny #humor #podcast #fun #memes #lol #hilarious #viral #comedyshorts #haha #improv #addisonimprov #arlingtonimprov #houstonimprov #chicagoimprov #sanantoniolol

The Jeff Crilley Show
Laura Bartlett & Linda Stogner | Stella The Gorilla | The Jeff Crilley Show

The Jeff Crilley Show

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2022 12:32


It's National Adoption month and we're reminded that families come in all shapes and sizes. That's why I invited on the show two amazing ladies... Laura Bartlett the Co-Author of Stella the Gorilla and Linda Stogner, Emmy Award winner and Funniest Comic in Texas. ➤ https://www.stellathegorilla.com This video was filmed at Real News Communications Network broadcasting in North Dallas at the Lincoln Centre right next to the Galleria. ➤ https://www.realnewscn.com/contact More information: ➤ http://www.JeffCrilleyShow.com ➤ https://RealNewsCN.com

Quack Attack 5000
The Act Out - S01E01 - Dan Danzy

Quack Attack 5000

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2022 50:36


The Act Out - S01E01 - Dan Danzy Duck chats with Comedian Dan Danzy and discusses what got him started in comedy, the demon known as alcoholism, Twitch Streaming, The Counting Lights Podcast, and where his career is heading now! Come take listen on this first episode of The Act Out. Dan Danzy Bio: I started doing stand up comedy in Beaumont TX in 2006. I was a runner up in the Funniest Comic in Texas competition. I've done over a thousand shows all over and have appeared on NBC, MTV, and Fox Sports Southwest. I've worked with Jim Jefferies, Dana Gould, Tone Bell, Dolph Ziggler, and more. I'm a retired alcoholic. Dog lover. Gamer and Streamer.  Website: https://www.dandanzy.com/ Counting Lights Podcast: https://anchor.fm/countinglightspodcast Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/rednebulapictures Twitter: https://twitter.com/DanDanzy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dandanzy About the Improv: www.improvtx.com Tired of going to dinner & a movie? Change it up with a night at the Addison Improv! It's the perfect place for a date night, birthday, Bachelor/Bachelorette party...all together a good ol' time!  Ticket prices may vary, depending on the comedian. Facebook: Arlington Improv: https://www.facebook.com/improvtx/ Addison Improv: https://www.facebook.com/AddisonImprov Houston Improv: https://www.facebook.com/ImprovHouston Laugh Out Loud San Antonio: https://www.facebook.com/SanAntonioLOL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/improvtx/ Twitter: Arlington Improv: https://twitter.com/ImprovTX Addison Improv: https://twitter.com/AddisonImprov Houston Improv: https://twitter.com/ImprovHouston Laugh Out Loud San Antonio: https://twitter.com/SanAntonioLOL

The Johnny Salami Podcast

Mo Mussa is a rising star who recently won the highly competitive 2021 Funniest Comic in New England contest. He's cerebral with a powerful voice and a commending stage presence. He's been featured at the Rogue Island Comedy Festival, and the High Tide Comedy Festival. He regularly performs at clubs all across New England.

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DiTullio & Moran
Tools Gets Mad At A Wannabe Comic

DiTullio & Moran

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2022 16:51


FRI 7-8-22 SEGMENT 1-- Bill hosted another edition of the Rochester's Funniest Comic competition at Comedy At The Carlson and reports that one of the hopefuls took a shot at radio. John gets very upset by this and goes on a rant.

The Third Child Podcast
Ep 82: Writing & Joke Structure

The Third Child Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2022 40:02


Kirstie talks about joke structure and writers block. Catch her next performance!4/21-4/24 at Plano House of Comedy, Opening for Cam Bertrand4/29-4/30 at Funny Bone in Albany, Opening for Steve Trevino 5/3 at House of Blues in Dallas, Opening for Allan Rayman5/10 at Plano House of Comedy, Funniest Comic with a Day Job Contact at: Twitter: @kirstiecomedyInstagram: @kirstiecomedy | @thethirdchildpodcastTikTok: @kirstiecomedyEmail: thethirdchildpodcast@gmail.com Don't forget to leave a review and subscribe! 

Comedy Dynamics Daily
Corey Rodrigues: Mind Blown by McDonalds

Comedy Dynamics Daily

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2022 3:46


Corey is a highly sought after national touring college, club and corporate and cruise ship performer. He was the winner of The Catch a New Rising Star, The Funniest Comic in New England and the 2017 Big Sky Comedy Festivals. Follow Comedy Dynamics on social media! YouTube: https://bit.ly/3ymp1to Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/ComedyDynamics Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/ComedyDynamics TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/J1wucyQ/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ComedyDynamics http://www.comedydynamics.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bop or Flop Pod
Goodbye Yellow Bop Road with Justin Scranton - 11.18.1973

Bop or Flop Pod

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2022 96:52


We're so stoked to bring you this episode with our good friend, fellow Raleigh comic, and winner of the 2021 NC's Funniest Comic, Justin Scranton! Justin is a cohost of the Conspiracy Beer Me podcast on the Helium Network and we had him over in the studio to bop or flop the songs from November 18th, 1973.This one's a doozy, we go off on tangents, it's got a long intro, so hunker down for a long boy ep and get ready to hear some funky 70's tunes! We love you guys!Listen to this week's playlist and follow us over on Spotify.Follow us over on Instagram or Twitter, like our Facebook page and if you love us support us over on Patreon or snag some merch at The Shop. Don't forget you can get 20% off Fresh Beans at Workbench Roasters with code BOP20! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/boporflop/support

Jenkum - a Josh Denny Poocast
#9 - Mike Keegan

Jenkum - a Josh Denny Poocast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2021 63:15


Mike Keegan is a fast rising, up and coming comic from Long Island, NY. He won a contest for NYC's "Best New Comic of 2012". His likable stage presence and original humor keeps audiences captivated and always satisfied. He has had a passion for stand up comedy since he was a young child, and his energy and enthusiasm on stage shows just that. He can be seen all over New York City, Long Island, and the Poconos and on such legendary venues as Gotham Comedy Club and Comic Strip Live. He is also one of the featured comics on the Laughter Saves Lives Comedy Tour. Mike is the founder of Get Involved Comedy which is a platform for comedians to share their content with the world as well as producing top level comedy shows all over the country. Mike was recently a finalist in the "Funniest Comic on the East Coast" competition at Mohegan Sun as well as runner up in the "2016 Clean Comedy Challenge" at the Ice House in Pasadena, CA.

The Richard Crouse Show Podcast
Brittlestar + Shelley Hamilton

The Richard Crouse Show Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2021 38:22


This week on the Richard Crouse Show Podcast. Do you like to scroll through twitter looking for laughs? If so, I'm sure you already know about my guest today. The Toronto Sun called him Canada's Funniest Comic recently… and his videos, parody songs and commentary frequently grab hundreds of thousands of likes and views on Twitter. On-line he is known as @Brittlestar but in life his pals call him Stewart Reynolds. In this conversation we talk about his new brand of booze… that's how you know when you've made it… it's called Sex and Gold Butter Tart Flavoured Vodka. You'll find out why it's called that and much, much. Then, singer, actor and all round nice person Shelley Hamilton joins me to talk about her new music, making music videos during COVID and her new habit of writing at least one letter a week to a friend or stranger, a process she details in her new podcast “Mother Love.”

House of Crouse
Brittlestar + Shelley Hamilton

House of Crouse

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2021 38:22


This week on the Richard Crouse Show Podcast: Do you like to scroll through twitter looking for laughs? If so, I'm sure you already know about my guest today. The Toronto Sun called him Canada's Funniest Comic recently… and his videos, parody songs and commentary frequently grab hundreds of thousands of likes and views on Twitter. On-line he is known as @Brittlestar but in life his pals call him Stewart Reynolds. In this conversation we talk about his new brand of booze… that's how you know when you've made it… it's called Sex and Gold Butter Tart Flavoured Vodka. You'll find out why it's called that and much, much. Then, singer, actor and all round nice person Shelley Hamilton joins me to talk about her new music, making music videos during COVID and her new habit of writing at least one letter a week to a friend or stranger, a process she details in her new podcast “Mother Love.”

The Open Mic Podcast with Brett Allan
Comedian Josh Johnson | Jimmy Fallon, Trevor Noah and Comedy Central

The Open Mic Podcast with Brett Allan

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2021 24:43


Today on the Brett Allan Show we have comedian, musician and writer Josh Johnson. His first full hour special, just debuted on Comedy Central, June 18th and has received rave reviews. He, also writes for comedian Trevor Noah on his show, and has also written for Jimmy Fallon and many more. To get an hour special is every comedians dream, and to even do that at an early part of your career is even better. We chatted in depth about this, how he became a writer, his music, long term goals, and what its like working for one of the hottest comedy networks on the market. All of this and more. Josh Johnson is a stand-up, writer, and performer from Louisiana by way of Chicago. He is currently a writer on The Daily Show with Trevor Noah and  is a former writer and performer on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, where he made his late-night debut. As a stand-up, Josh has performed at clubs, colleges and festivals around the world and was named New York's Funniest Comic at Caroline's during the New York Comedy Festival. On screen, Josh has appeared on CONAN, Comedy Central when he released his half-hour special, and Netflix as part of The Comedy Lineup.He is currently on the road with Trevor Noah, as a part of the LOUD & CLEAR Tour. Josh lives in New York and can be seen performing regularly at the Comedy Cellar.For more of Josh, check out his album I Like You.https://ratethispodcast.com/brettallanshowEmail us!openmicguest@gmail.comBe sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates!Twittertwitter.com/@brettallanshowIGinstagram.com/brettallanshowFacebookFacebook.com/brettallanshowwww.brettallanshow.com

Arroe Collins
Josh Johnson From Trevor Noah Presents Josh Johnson On Comedy Central

Arroe Collins

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2021 8:59


On Friday, June 18, Comedy Central will premiere the debut special from comedian and writer of The Daily Show with Trevor Noah, Josh Johnson. In Trevor Noah Presents Josh Johnson: # (Hashtag), Josh discusses a variety of hilarious topics including the pandemic's effects on interpersonal relationships, the three things women can expect from their partners, and whether or not his friend's bird is a racist. Before writing for The Daily Show with Trevor Noah, Josh was a writer and performer on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, where he made his late-night debut. As a stand-up, Josh has performed at clubs, colleges and festivals around the world and was named New York's Funniest Comic at Caroline's during the New York Comedy Festival. On screen, he's appeared on CONAN, Comedy Central Stand-Up Presents, and Netflix as part of The Comedy Lineup. From Louisiana by way of Chicago, Josh currently lives in New York and can be seen performing regularly at the Comedy Cellar. On June 11, Josh will release his ambitious 33-track mixtape Elusive, where he explores uncharted territory to redefine the relationship between comedy and music. Elusive weaves his shrewd and self-deprecating observations on the absurdities of modern dating and American decay with nine music tracks that roam the same thematic terrain.

Arroe Collins
Josh Johnson From Trevor Noah Presents Josh Johnson On Comedy Central

Arroe Collins

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2021 8:59


On Friday, June 18, Comedy Central will premiere the debut special from comedian and writer of The Daily Show with Trevor Noah, Josh Johnson. In Trevor Noah Presents Josh Johnson: # (Hashtag), Josh discusses a variety of hilarious topics including the pandemic's effects on interpersonal relationships, the three things women can expect from their partners, and whether or not his friend's bird is a racist. Before writing for The Daily Show with Trevor Noah, Josh was a writer and performer on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, where he made his late-night debut. As a stand-up, Josh has performed at clubs, colleges and festivals around the world and was named New York's Funniest Comic at Caroline's during the New York Comedy Festival. On screen, he's appeared on CONAN, Comedy Central Stand-Up Presents, and Netflix as part of The Comedy Lineup. From Louisiana by way of Chicago, Josh currently lives in New York and can be seen performing regularly at the Comedy Cellar. On June 11, Josh will release his ambitious 33-track mixtape Elusive, where he explores uncharted territory to redefine the relationship between comedy and music. Elusive weaves his shrewd and self-deprecating observations on the absurdities of modern dating and American decay with nine music tracks that roam the same thematic terrain.

Balderdash Academy
Head to Head: Competitive Trivia #7 w/ Mark Turcotte vs Professor Molly McGill

Balderdash Academy

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2021 41:48


DJ and stand-up comic, Mark Turcotte, competes against Professor Molly McGill. Can Mark unseat Alisa Rosenthal from her number one place on our leaderboard and prove once and for all that he has what it takes to defeat a fake professor? Can Molly unseat our Headmaster on the Faculty leaderboard? Find out on this episode of Balderdash Academy's Head to Head with Coach Steve Corning and Professor Randy Hunt. Mark Turcotte Mark Turcotte is a married father of two and lifelong New Englander. Most of his material is mined from his family life, an adultlike curiosity, and a series of misfortunes. He's the founder of Maine Event Comedy and was a finalist in the Funniest Comic on the East Coast Contest at Mohegan Sun and a semi-finalist at the World Series of Comedy in Sarasota, Florida. He was also part of the Gotham All-Stars Show in New York City and was a recent selection for the Boston, Cleveland, and North Carolina comedy festivals. Mark once facilitated a marriage proposal during a 2015 show in Biddeford, Maine…the couple is still married. Professor Molly McGill Molly is the Grand Champion of Balderdash Academy. Overtaking Nate for most wins at the end of the first season. In the non-pandemic world, Molly can be found revving up the audience and cajoling the judges as host of Maine's Got Talent, as part of the cast of Sleuths Mystery Entertainment and Mystery for Hire, and onstage doing improv as a member of Balderdash Academy, The Chamber of Comedy, You Should Smile More and Mainely Improv. Make sure to catch Randy and Molly in Sleuths Mystery Entertainment's "Trouble in Deadwood", July 1st, 2021 at Funky Bow Brewery in Lyman, ME. Pick up Head to Head and Balderdash Academy merch in our store. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/balderdashacademy/support

Single Minded with Eugene Khoza

Josh Johnson is a stand-up, writer, and performer from Louisiana by way of Chicago. Josh Johnson is currently a writer on The Daily Show with Trevor Noah and is a former writer and performer on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, where he made his late-night debut. As a stand-up, Josh Johnson has performed at clubs, colleges and festivals around the world and was named New York's Funniest Comic at Caroline's during the New York Comedy Festival. On screen, Josh Johnson has appeared on CONAN, Comedy Central when Johnson released his half-hour special, and Netflix as part of The Comedy Lineup. Josh Johnson is currently on the road with Trevor Noah, as a part of the LOUD & CLEAR Tour. Josh Johnson lives in New York and can be seen performing regularly at the Comedy Cellar. For more of Josh Johnson, check out his album I Like You. The Josh Johnson Show- stand up comedian and late night TV writer Josh Johnson for freeform conversations about life, comedy, and politics with his friend and fellow comedian Logan Nielsen. Hopefully it's fun but we make no promises.

The City's Backyard
The City's Backyard Podcast Ep2: Matt interviews Connecticut's Funniest Comic Johnny Rizzo

The City's Backyard

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2020 36:53


The Everything '80s Podcast
The Far Side: The Story of the Funniest Comic Strip Ever

The Everything '80s Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2020 19:59


The Far Side was a comic strip created by Gary Larson that ran from 1979 to 1995. May consider it the funniest comic strip ever created. This is a look back on the evolution of the Far Side, how it influenced science, why it went away—and why it's back after all these years. Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/80s TheFarSide.com Show notes: The Far Side

Counting Lights Podcast
Zoom Zoom w/ Wes Corwin

Counting Lights Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2020 75:38


Khris and Dan welcome 2018 Funniest Comic and Texas and Plano Comedy Festival founder Wes Corwin to the show to discuss the Attitude era and the hardships covid has brought to todays comedians. 

The Original Gordito Podcast
Ep. 91 Sweet Baby Ralph

The Original Gordito Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 65:11


Sad news in the Lunaverse as we say goodbye to an OG and my father-in-law, Gregory Walker. This week I'm joined via zoom by the winner of the Funniest Comic in Texas contest winner, Ralph Barbosa. It was a good, natural conversation and I enjoyed getting to know this young comedian. Make sure to follow him @sweetbabyralph. Vinyl Vibe: A Change if Gonna Come by Three Dog Night Don't forget The OG Podcast stickers are available for all Padrinos De Podcast and/or by making a small donation to the show Venmo @lunaversalcomedy CashApp $javilunacomedy Paypal orginalgordito@gmail.com Watch full episodes of the show on YouTube CLICK HERE Follow @javilunacomedy on all social media Email the show originalgordito@gmail.com Merch available at Originalgordito.com Sponsorships: on for this episode --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theogpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theogpodcast/support

The One You Feed
347: Josh Johnson on Humor and Healing

The One You Feed

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2020 56:23


Josh Johnson is a comedian and an Emmy-nominated writer. He is currently a writer on The Daily Show with Trevor Noah and a former writer and performer on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Josh was named New York’s Funniest Comic at the New York Comey Festival in 2018.In this episode, Josh Johnson and Eric talk about comedy and how humor can facilitate healing, understanding, and our connection with one another. But wait – there’s more! The episode is not quite over!! We continue the conversation and you can access this exclusive content right in your podcast player feed. Head over to our Patreon page and pledge to donate just $10 a month. It’s that simple and we’ll give you good stuff as a thank you!In This Interview, Josh Johnson and I Discuss Humor and Healing and…The duality of being humanUsing humor as a coping mechanism that can facilitate healingHow when you laugh you feel no painThat levity can strip something of its power over usWhat it means to be truly contentThe role of comedy in his lifeThe relationship between objectivity and comedyHow he’d rather try and fail on stage than not try something out of fearThe prevalence of mental health issues in comediansThe way humor can change our perspectivesHow he approaches depressive episodes in his own lifeHow skewed our feedback can be based on who surrounds usJosh Johnson Links:joshjohnsoncomedy.comYouTubeFacebookTwitterInstagramIndeed: Helps you find high impact hires, faster, without any long term contracts and you pay only for what you need. Get started with a free $75 credit to boost your job post and get in front of more quality candidates by going to www.indeed.com/wolfBest Fiends: Engage your brain and play a game of puzzles with Best Fiends. Download for free on the Apple App Store or Google Play.Talkspace: the online therapy company that lets you connect with a licensed therapist from anywhere at any time. Therapy on demand. Non-judgemental, practical help when you need it at a fraction of the cost of traditional therapy. Visit www.talkspace.com and enter Promo Code: WOLF to get $100 off your first month.If you enjoyed this conversation with Josh Johnson on Healing and Humor, you might also enjoy these other episodes:Pete HolmesPaul Gilmartin

Behind The Funny
Episode 152 Dr Jay Sutay "Tribute To A Comediatrician & Stand Up Guy"

Behind The Funny

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2020 94:59


Dr Jay Sutay was not only a hilarious comedian, he was voted a "Top Doc" by CT Magazine. His goal was to win Funniest Comic in CT and be voted a Top Doc in the same year. Not only funny, he was humble and a great friend as you will hear in this episode.  Marty Caproni, Max Dolcelli, Philip Anthony, and Linda Belt join Ace and Scott to reflect on Dr Jay. Listen to Jay's original podcast at: https://behindthefunny.libsyn.com/ep-33-jay-sutay Support BTF at: https://www.patreon.com/behindthefunny

To Live and Bike in LA
Connor McGrath

To Live and Bike in LA

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2020 76:34


Two time 'Maine's Funniest Comic' and Tim Hofmann's worst nightmare Connor McGrath! 

improve it! Podcast – Professional Development Through Play, Improv & Experiential Learning

“I think that if you're able to be flexible, you open yourself up to all possibilities of getting to the place that you eventually want to be.” - Josh Johnson   Each week, your failed it! podcast host and improve it! founder Erin Diehl, will take you on a comedic journey that flips the “highlight reel” of Instagram on its head and shows you the grit, creativity and determination it takes to overcome your disappointments, embrace the suck, and design the career you've only dreamed about.    On today's failed it! episode, host Erin Diehl introduces stand-up comedian, writer and performer, Josh Johnson, to speak about how he stands up and embraces failure! *Please note that this episode was recorded prior to the pandemic.*   Welcome to failed it! [3:59] The real Diehl on the real Josh Johnson [7:26] Josh's failure resume [10:04] The first year of stand-up [13:26] Podcast idea that didn't come to fruition [22:36] 3 lessons Josh learned [23:45] Doors don't get slammed, but get closed slowly [25:06] “I think that if you're able to be flexible, you open yourself up to all possibilities of getting to the place that you eventually want to be.” [27:45] improve it!'s WFH (work from home) membership [34:12] “Time only builds and helps them to get them where they want to go.” [35:47] Josh provides 3 action items for you that he learned [37:53] “Reading is a lot like exercising” [43:03] What did Josh fail at today? [44:44] Fail Yeah! [46:21] You can follow/DM Josh on Instagram and Twitter and Facebook [47:24] Check out Josh's album ‘I Like You' on Spotify, Tidal, etc. [48:08] Rate/Subscribe on iTunes and screenshot you listening by tagging us using #faileditpodcast! Instagram: @learntoimproveit Facebook: @improveit    Josh Johnson is a stand-up, writer, and performer from Louisiana by way of Chicago. He is currently a writer on The Daily Show with Trevor Noah and has been featured on Kevin Hart's Hart of the City. Josh was named one of Comedy Central's ‘Comics to Watch' in 2015 and one of the Just For Laughs Festival's ‘New Faces' in 2016. He is a former writer and performer on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, where he also made his late-night debut in 2017.   As a stand-up, Josh has performed at clubs, colleges and festivals around the world, including JFL Montreal, Bumbershoot, Moontower, SXSW, Riot LA, Bridgetown, High Plains and the New York Comedy Festival and was named New York's Funniest Comic at Caroline's during the New York Comedy Festival in 2018.   On screen, Josh has appeared on CONAN, @Midnight with Chris Hardwick, and Netflix as part of The Comedy Lineup. In 2017, he released his Comedy Central half-hour special and album ‘I Like You.' His web series Genies, which he wrote and starred in, was released on Comedy Central in late 2018.   He was on the road with Trevor Noah, as a part of the LOUD & CLEAR Tour, prior to the pandemic. Josh lives in New York and can be seen performing regularly at the Comedy Cellar.   Erin Diehl is the founder and Chief “Yes, And” officer of improve it! and host of the failed it! Podcast. She's a performer, facilitator and professional risk-taker who lives by the mantra, “get comfortable with the uncomfortable.” Through a series of unrelated dares, Erin has created improve it!, a unique professional development company that pushes others to laugh, learn and grow. Her work with clients such as United Airlines, PepsiCo, Groupon, Deloitte, Motorola, Walgreens, and The Obama Foundation earned her the 2014 Chicago RedEye Big Idea Award and has nominated her for the 2015-2019 Chicago Innovations Award.   This graduate from Clemson University is a former experiential marketing and recruiting professional as well as a veteran improviser from the top improvisational training programs in Chicago, including The Second City, i.O. Theater, and The Annoyance Theatre.   When she is not playing pretend or facilitating, she enjoys running by the lake and patio dinners with her husband and son, and their eight pound toy poodle, BIGG Diehl.   You can follow the failed it! Podcast @learntoimproveit on Instagram and facebook, and you can follow Erin here on Instagram. We can't wait to connect with you online!

Willful Ignorance
Episode #78: "The Rona" with Wes Corwin, Ralph Barbosa, & Raul Sanchez

Willful Ignorance

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2020 62:01


Another episode of Willful Ignorance this week with Funniest Comic in Texas winners Wes Corwin, Ralph Barbosa, and Raul Sanchez. Recorded March 13th at the Blind Tiger Comedy Club. https://www.facebook.com/HumbleKingsComedy/ Instagram Wes Corwin @wescorwin Ralph Barbosa @ralphbarbosacomics Raul Sanchez @genericraul Joshua Cabaza @FMCW Studios ​

Benja Welldone's,
#62 - Week of 'Funniest Comic in Texas', /Results (Nov 30, 2019) YouTube: Benja Welldone Comedy// (Insta/Twitter): @BenjaWelldone // FB: Benja Welldone

Benja Welldone's, "Waiting For The World"..,..

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2019 23:00


This is the .MP3 Audio episode #62 - of YouTube Channel: Benja Welldone Comedy, playlist, "Waiting For The World",// To see my Stand-Up Comedy/Docu-Vlog, Go To my YouTube Channel: “Benja Welldone Comedy”. This show Will Display My RISE in Comedy, Writing & Acting. To Follow my Path, Add me & I'll add you Back, (Instagram/Twitter): @BenjaWelldone // FB: Benja Welldone // Hi Everyone, I'm Benja (short for Benjamin) Welldone. Army Veteran & now Soldier of Comedy** (Stand-up Comedy). I'm an Army veteran, college graduate, husband, world traveled & full-time worker so I have life experience but this is bigger than me, it's about my passions; Comedy 1st and Above All. If you have ANY life questions and want a funny response, just e-mail me then Once a week I will pick the best questions, answer them in the worst possible way to make light of a possible negative situation, followed by a real legit answer. Have a great life and I hope to get to know you all personally. Seriously, I do. - Benja Welldone, iNSTA: @BenjaWelldone Facebook: Benja Welldone/ E-mail: BenjaWelldone@Gmail.com

Benja Welldone's,
#61 - Funniest Comic in Texas - CONTEST (Nov 20, 2019)

Benja Welldone's, "Waiting For The World"..,..

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2019 9:20


.MP3 Audio episode #61 - of YouTube Channel: Benja Welldone Comedy, playlist, "Waiting For The World", Hi Everyone, I'm Benja (short for Benjamin) Welldone. // Army Veteran & now Soldier of Comedy** (Stand-up Comedy) - To Follow my Path, Add me & I'll add you Back, Instagram: @BenjaWelldone// Twitter: @BenjaWelldone/ FB: Benja Welldone. This show Will Display My RISE in Comedy, Writing & Acting. I'm an Army veteran, college graduate, husband, world traveled & full-time worker so I have life experience but this is bigger than me, it's about my passions; Comedy 1st and Above All, Then Writing - which goes with the Comedy (plus some film-scripts), & Acting - Also Goes with the Comedy, because I can but not Always Act Out my jokes doing storytelling, but this is also a reference to me One Day Acting in Film. This channel will be about me, hosting a world of rants, Q&A from relationship advice to general life advice whenever that might happen, and Again Above All **STAND-UP COMEDY". I'll be displaying from the beginning all of my triumphs, life frustrations, rejections, triumphs again and life, all in a humorous way. I accept all haters, lovers, questions, and comments. Once a week I will pick the best questions whenever I finally get subscribers or comments and I'll try to answer them to my best ability but be warned, I am very sarcastic and may give you some genuine good advice or some shit advice that would just be funny however I will let you know which it is or I'm sure you will be able to tell by the sound of my voice. Have a great life and I hope to get to know you all personally. Seriously, I do. - Benja Welldone, iNSTA: @BenjaWelldone Facebook: Benja Welldone/ E-mail: BenjaWelldone@Gmail.com

Willful Ignorance
Episode #62: "Comedy Brawl" w/ Grady Pruitt

Willful Ignorance

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2019 64:09


Winner of Funniest Comic in Texas Grady Pruitt is back! On this episode Grady talks about the two times he was almost attacked at a comedy show, and George thinks he witnessed a kidnapping. Instagram: Grady Pruitt @pruittgrady Joshua Cabaza @FMCWStudios George Anthony @gacomic

Lone Shark Podcast
S02E35 - OK, Boomer

Lone Shark Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2019 90:48


Jim and Sean triumphantly return from their catastrophic hardware failure from the past week or two.  We make up for lost time with not one but two guests, including graphic artist extraordinaire Rob Dobi.  Listen as we wax nostalgic with yet another Long Shark viewer from back in the day who has gone on to exponentially more success than your old pals Jim and Sean.  Also, 2019 "Funniest Comic in Connecticut" Giancarlo Biondino takes a victory lap and tells us why a career in comedy is much >> than inevitably being replaced by AI.

Sarcasm Orgasm
Comedy Classmates with Raul Sanchez

Sarcasm Orgasm

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2019 58:41


In the inaugural episode of Sarcasm Orgasm, Cody sits down with his good friend and hilarious comedian, Raul Sanchez. After starting comedy together at the LOL Comedy Club in 2010, Raul ascended the ranks of the Texas comedy scene at breakneck speed winning the Funniest in South Texas in only his second year, and subsequently being named the Funniest Comic in Texas and a Finalist in the Funniest Person in Austin in his 3rd and 4th year respectively. Now based in New York City, Raul has appeared on the prestigious New Faces showcase at the Montreal Just For Laugh's Comedy Festival as well as recorded a 30 minute special for the EPIX television series "Unprotected Sets". In 2018, Raul's bit "Grenade", a story about his time in the US Army, went viral garnering over 10 million views in just two weeks and launching him to even greater heights than before. The sky is the limit with his career in New York City, and Cody sat down with Raul to talk about New York Comedy, the old days in San Antonio, and so much more on this very special first episode of Sarcasm Orgasm. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sarcasmorgasm/support

Mark Roman Empire (also a podcast)
MRE Pod #19 - Granison Crawford - 11FEB2019

Mark Roman Empire (also a podcast)

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2019 85:07


Mark interviews comedian, actor, writer & VO artist Granison Crawford, as seen at The Comedy Store, Flappers & in March on Amazon: Laugh After Dark. Granison won 1st place in Last Comic Standing at the Haha Comedy Club and won "Funniest Comic in LA 2017" at the Ice House Comedy Club (Golden Artist Entertainment). You may have seen Granison on your screen in Diaries of a Door Guy, CSU Crimestoppers Unit & Keeping the Peace. Like Mark, Granison is from Northern California. Mark first met Granison moments before this interview. Recorded at Musicians Institute, Hollywood, CA. Recorded, mixed & mastered by Ollie Holliday.

The Neil Haley Show
MEREDITH THOMAS of ION television film A CHRISTMAS IN ROYAL FASHION

The Neil Haley Show

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2018 14:00


Today on The Neil Haley Show, The Total Tutor Neil Haley will interview MEREDITH THOMAS of  ION television film A CHRISTMAS IN ROYAL FASHION. Meredith Thomas spent her early childhood in Barrow, Alaska, the most northernmost settled village in North America. Her parents taught Native American Eskimos above the Arctic Circle for the Bureau of Native Affairs. Later in her childhood she moved to the Great Island of New Castle off the coast of New Hampshire. Meredith's first professional acting role as Tessie in "Annie" came while still in elementary school and she continued to act in summer stock productions throughout her childhood. She distinguished herself in high school receiving accolades at several New Hampshire and New England Drama Festivals. She briefly attended the University of New Hampshire on a theater scholarship, but soon headed west securing a role in her first big budget feature film, Pleasantville and hasn't stopped working in film and television since. Meredith has studied and performed improv with Comedy Sportz at The National Comedy Theater in LA and taught improv at TVI Actors Studio. As a stand up comic, Meredith has made numerous appearances at the Hollywood Improv, on The World Famous Comedy Store's Main Stage, Las Vegas at the Sunset Station Casino, and at Improv Olympic West. She was a featured comic the 4th Annual Woman Leadership Conference at The House of Blues, West Hollywood, was a Finalist in The Tickled Pink Comedy Tour with the Gals of Mad TV at the Laugh Factory, and a TOP Four Finalist for The Funniest Comic in the City-LA, Season 2. An accomplished commercial actor as well, Meredith has appeared in spots for Taco Bell, Audi, Kia, KGB, Big Lot's, CableVision, Papa Murphy's Pizza, Old Mutual, Tower Records, and Celsius, to name a few. Meredith was a founding director of the Cre Theater Company and Changing Perceptions. 

ActingUpRadio
Daniel Eachus Comedian & UnionWorking #4 Kevin E West

ActingUpRadio

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2018 65:23


Daniel Eachus is a rising young star in the comedy world. Even at such a young age, Eachus has the chops of a comedy veteran and people are taking notice. Born and raised in Fresno, CA, he was surrounded by farms, but didn’t want to smell raisins for the rest of his life, so he turned to comedy to get him out. For college, Daniel’s wish came true and he left Fresno to study in Long Beach. By day, he was a student, by night he performed on the stand-up comedy circuit. After just one year of nightly performances, he became the youngest finalist ever in the “Funniest Comic in Los Angeles” contest held at the Jon Lovitz Comedy Club. He’s been entertaining audiences ever since. Eachus has been performing stand-up and improv throughout the nation’s clubs and recently was featured on Comedy Central’s “Up Next” and Sirius XM’s Comedy Central Radio. A finalist or winner in scores of comedy competitions including the World Series of Comedy, Up Next Regionals, Sacramento Comedy Festival (1st place winner), OC Improv Cup and more, he’s considering expanding his trophy shelf. But doing stand-up and improv is not enough for Daniel. When he’s not onstage making people laugh, he’s making people laugh at their screens. Daniel acts, writes, and produces the comedy sketch series, “Bigfoot Chasers”. He is a co-writer on a brand new Kevin Hart-Produced Series. He’s starred in 12 National Television Commercials, was featured on SpikeTV, and recently made his stand-up television debut on Fox and Hulu's “Laughs”.

Couple Of Instigators
EP 21 Cindy Wins Rochesters Funniest Comic.

Couple Of Instigators

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2018 54:23


EP 21 Cindy Wins Rochesters Funniest Comic.

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Couple Of Instigators
EP 21 Cindy Wins Rochesters Funniest Comic.

Couple Of Instigators

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2018 54:23


EP 21 Cindy Wins Rochesters Funniest Comic.

funniest comic rochesters
The Wisconsin Podcast
Madison's funniest comic — Johnny Walsh — #29

The Wisconsin Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2018 46:55


Johnny Walsh is a Madison lawyer and stand up comedian. He recently won the annual Madison's Funniest Comic Contest at the well-regarded Comedy Club on State. Walsh, who is legally blind as a result of Usher Syndrome, discusses making his parents laugh and where he hopes to go with comedy.

Daddy Nooooo!
Episode #81: Creating I Don't Know

Daddy Nooooo!

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2017 32:41


Day 608 of being a stay home dad. I fly solo on this podcast and talk about creating Blair & The Bear, Funniest Comic in Texas finals, my relatives wanting me to get a job, growing as a stay home dad, and why I don't know what I'm doing but I still do whatever it is that I do.

Comedy BBQ
Episode 01 Jon Stringer

Comedy BBQ

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2016


Daryl and Brandon sit down with Jon Stringer (MTV, World Series of Comedy, Funniest Comic in South Texas 2014) at Scholl Bros BBQ in Paris, Tx.

Word With Friend
Tchotchke with Sara Weinshenk

Word With Friend

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2015 87:24


Get in to this episode, word with friend friends! In today's episode, Julian "Jujufiki" Stern and Sara "Crybaby2013" Weinshenk (Kill Tony, Deathsquad) babble (bauble) about TCHOTCHKE. Turn your polar bear light on during this Michael Jordan episode, make sure you follow DJ Khaled on instagram, and send snapdicks to @JulianMStern on snapchat.  Please tweet Sara with your passions, your least favorite way of dying, and your favorite nicknamed body part! @princessshenk Who will win the bowtie challenge? What's the weirdest thing you did as a kid? Have you ever had an ant farm? Email us at wordwithfriendpodcast@gmail.com Sara Weinshenk is a stand-up comedian, podcast host, AND was born IN the Valley. Catch Sara in San Diego February 11th at The Wood and again on February 25th as she co-hosts "The Funniest Comic in San Diego" Kill Tony is recorded every Monday at The Belly Room in The Comedy Store 8pm.   For updates on the bowtie challenge: Follow Sara Follow Julian Follow Word With Friend  

The Kira Soltanovich Show
Ep54 - Tony Baker

The Kira Soltanovich Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2014 68:45


Kira sits down with comedian and dad, Tony Baker. Tony Baker is making a lot of noise on the Hollywood Comedy Scene.  In a short time he has made his presence felt at all the major comedy clubs in the LA area.  He hails from Chicago and honed his stage presence while living and going to college in New Mexico.  The married father of 2 balances family, acting & comedy well.  He is the winner of the Uncle Clyde's Comedy Competition at the Ice House, A semi-finalist in the Boston Comedy Festival, and winner of L.A.'s Funniest Comic.  He has done short films, dramas, horror movies and comedies.  He has also been featured in as well as co-written numerous comedy sketches.  He is a regular at The Comedy Store on the sunset strip as well as The Comedy Union. He has done numerous shows at The Laugh Factory in Hollywood & Long Beach, The Ice House & The Improv Comedy clubs in Hollywood,Ontario,Brea & Irvine.  Tony Baker's comedy style is very observational and relatable and very animated. Get to know Tony Baker before everyone else does. Be sure to rate and comment on iTunes.

Wanda's Picks
Wanda's Picks Radio Special: Habari Gani? Imani & Freedom

Wanda's Picks

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2012 131:00


Our first guest isAundre The Wonder Woman. She is featured tonight at BRAVA THEATRE, in San Francisco along with other funny women (smile). Visit brava.org Brava Theater Center is located at 2781 24th Street, San Francisco.Call (415) 647-2822. She began her comedy career at Steve harvey's Comedy House in Dallas, TX. Steve described the defense attorney as “A new comic with a funny way of saying things." Since that time, she has been named Oakland's Funniest Comic on the Strip, the Funniest Woman in Half Moon Bay. . . In 2008, she received the "Stand-up for Justice" Award from Death Penalty Focus, for her work against the death penalty. Guest: Theresa Shoatz, daughter of Russell "Maroon" Shoatz, who has a new book out on PM Press early 2013. Ms. Shoatz has been a community organizer for over 20 years. Donating her time to the Human Rights Coalition of Philadelphia (HRC FED UP!), Decarcerate Pennsylvania and Scientific Soul Sessions, she has fought tirelessly for her father's freedom during his two decades in solitary confinement. She has been a pillar of support to the families of incarcerated men and women in her community, organizing and executing trips to prisons for relatives to meet their loved ones and exercising an “open-door” policy in order to counsel community members on the traumas brought about by mass incarceration. The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Graterford Prison Chapter recently honored her dedication to families and communities throughout Philadelphia. More at: www.russellmaroonshoatz.wordpress.com