Podcast appearances and mentions of holly laurent

Greg Hess and Holly Laurent are here for the first time to talk about religious trauma, Greg wanting to yell at a cop, marriage counseling, Daniel storming out, Father John Misty, therapy, Gallagher, Presbos, names, Michigan, phrases that get stuck in your head and so much more. Plus we did a round of Just Me Or Everyone and Podcast Pals Product Picks. Get yourself some new ARIYNBF merch here: https://alison-rosen-shop.fourthwall.com/ Subscribe to my Substack: http://alisonrosen.substack.com Podcast Palz Product Picks: https://www.amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen/list/2CS1QRYTRP6ER?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_aipsfalisonrosen_0K0AJFYP84PF1Z61QW2H Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen   Buy Alison's Fifth Anniversary Edition Book (with new material): Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) https://amzn.to/2JuOqcd You probably need to buy the HGFY ringtone! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/ Try Amazon Prime Free 30 Day Trial

Podcaster extraordinaire Chuck Bryant of the Stuff You Should Know podcast joins Scott to talk about going into the 17th year of Stuff You Should Know, ants, and the Seven Wonders of the World. Then, masked vigilante The Batmin returns to talk about criminals he has recently put away. Plus, spiritualist Luanne Lewis stops by to talk about seeking vortexes.Get tickets for the Comedy Bang! Bang! Into Your Mouth Tour 2024 over at https://CBBWorld.com/tour Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/cbb

Chelsea and Holly Laurent (Mega podcast co-host) embark on a horny (yet also biblical) journey into the electrifying world of Donna Summer, the ‘70s Disco Queen. They discover the wild backstories behind Donna's legendary hits, from "Love To Love You Baby" to "She Works Hard for the Money," and her infamous recording session with Barbra Streisand for “No More Tears (Enough is Enough).” Chelsea and Holly discuss Donna's religious turn and reflect on their own intense relationships with religion and mysticism. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to Donna Summer's music, buckle the hell up, because it's about to get weird.  We're going on tour in June! Tour info here! Where to pre-order Chelsea's book: Bookshop.org Find other places to pre-order Follow Chelsea: Instagram @chelseadevantez Join the cookie community: Become a member of the Patreon Show Notes: Barbra Streisand Episode Linda Ronstadt Episode Cher Episode Where to find our Guest: Holly Laurent Podcast Website Instagram Podcast IG *** Glamorous Trash is all about going high and low at the same time— Glam and Trash. We recap and book club celebrity memoirs, deconstruct pop culture, and sometimes, we cry! If you've ever referenced Mariah Carey in therapy... then this is the podcast for you. Thank you to our sponsors: Tanteo Tequila - @tanteotequila Pattern Brands - @patternbrands Libro.fm - Click here to get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with your first month of membership using code TRASH. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cultivating a vibe, music in a Christian household, covid gigs, storytelling, and funny sex playlists. Episode 82 with comedian, writer and performer Holly Laurent. Holly is the co-creator and host of the incredible Mega podcast. Playlist Support for Holly:Listen to MegaMega LinktreeHolly's InstagramHolly's Linktree Support for Mixtaping Identity:Buy me a Ko-FiInstagramhttps://linktr.ee/MixtapingIdentity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Actor Haley Joel Osment joins Scott to talk about his new movie “Drugstore June,” the wettest he's ever been, and the Sheldon-verse. Then, plastic surgeon Mr. Body drops by to talk about his celebrity clients. Plus, local high schooler Day LaBont stops by to talk about local high school issues.

Pat and Mags ham (and turkey) it up with Auntie Sunny this week as they discuss questions nobody's ever asked before, Droopy Dogging, is Porky Pig okay anymore?, softening your noodle, your sexuality as it pertains to Saltburn, and a different kind of chainmail. TW: Runners. https://www.magicmind.com/JANthosewhoaunt and use code AUNT20 through January.  Aunt Pat - Colleen Doyle Auntie Mags - Dana Quercioli Auntie Sunny - Holly Laurent Theme song - The Qs Artwork - Jordan Stafford Mauntras - Carol Doyle Editor - Dana Quercioli --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-babymakers/support

Terry and Carrie Stickovitch (Greg Hess and Holly Laurent of the podcast, MEGA) join the show to talk about the hotel bedding business, the strain business travel can put on a marriage and the undeniable eroticism of Cirque du Soleil.

The Rise & Fall of Twin Hills is gripping five-part mockumentary investigating a scandal involving the podcast's fictional pastor.  It masterfully combines elements of self-seriousness and sharp satire to present a story that is both absurd and believable, touching upon themes of power, popularity, secrets, sex, money, and even the temptation of delectable Chic-fil-A chicken nuggets. This is Part 1: Of Milk & Miracles - When a struggling food blogger comes to review the Chick-Fil-A at a local mega church, he stumbles on scandals involving its lead pastor Steve Judson.Listen to all 5 parts at www.megathepodcast.com or check out Mega on Apple Podcast, Spotify, and wherever you listen to podcasts. More about Mega:Mega is a completely improvised podcast satirizing the world of a fictional mega church. Each week, hosts Holly Laurent and Greg Hess are joined by a guest who plays a character inside the colorful world of Twin Hills Community Church — a “mega church with a tiny family feel.” Past episodes have included such guests as: Cecily Strong (SNL), Scott Adsit (30 Rock), Thomas Middleditch (Silicon Valley), Lauren Lapkus, Louie Anderson (Baskets), Rory Scovel (Pen Pals podcast), The Sklar Brothers (Dumb People Town podcast), Nate Dales (Letterkenny), Jen Hatmaker (For the Love podcast), Ashley Nicole Black (Black Lady Sketch Show), Jason Mantzoukas (How Did This Get Made?), Duncan Trussell (Duncan Trussell Family Hour), Cameron Esposito, Lisa Lampanelli, Hello From the Magic Tavern, Naomi Ekperigin, Rob Huebel, Tom Papa, Rosebud Baker, Eliza Coupe (Happy Endings), Kulap Vilaysak, Blaire Erskine, Brit Prawat (Crime Junkie podcast) and more...! 

Friend of the show Reggie Watts sticks around after singing the theme song and talks to Scott about his new book “Great Falls, MT”, hamsters, and Superman. Then, Disneyland enthusiasts Cody and Codi stop by to talk about their love for Disney. Plus, soccer moms Janet and Leanne drop by to talk about their hobbies.

Stand-up comedian extraordinaire Aparna Nancherla joins Scott to talk about her new book “Unreliable Narrator: Me Myself, and Imposter Syndrome,” coffee tables, and dark chocolate. Then, musician Kurt Slammer stops by to promote his new Blues-Rock album. Plus, actress Ruth Debevoise drops by to talk about her acting career.

Adam heads to the Big Apple to talk to consummate New Yorker, Jackie Rawlings (our old pal, the brilliant Holly Laurent), who is less concerned with the deaths at The Ansonia than she is in closing down the bathhouse and Plato's Retreat in this Single White Female themed episode. Then Adam and Holly catch up on thrillers, all things Top Gun, and the demons of Holly's youth. This one is not to be missed. You can check out Holly on Mega the critically acclaimed comedy podcast about the staff of a fictional mega church at https://www.megathepodcast.com or wherever you get your podcasts. --SHOW INFORMATIONTwitter: @MyDeadNeighborsInstagram: @MyNeighborsAreDeadEmail: MyNeighborsAreDead@gmail.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/myneighborsaredeadMerchandise: TeePublicSubscribe: Apple PodcastsSubscribe: Spotify

A mysterious note, a kidnapping, and delicious Mexican food draw Grant ever closer to Steve and the truth. This episode is sponsored by Athletic Greens. If you're looking for an easier way to take supplements, Athletic Greens is giving you a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase. Go to athleticgreens.com/MEGA. This episode is sponsored by/brought to you by BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/MEGA today to get 10% off your first month. Cast: Greg Hess, Holly Laurent, Katie Rich. Our theme song was written and performed by Joel Hanson. This series was edited by Hannah Parsons. Artwork by Evan Bivins. SHOW INFORMATION Mega HQ Get ad free + bonus content with MEGA PREMIUM Support Us on Patreon Instagram: @MegaThePodcast Twitter: @MegaThePodcast Follow Holly and Greg Holly Laurent: Twitter | Instagram Greg Hess: Twitter | Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode #245 | Greg Hess and Holly Laurent (MEGA the Podcast) catch up with the Bois over some L-Files featuring three creepy encounters with unidentified beings! If those bone-chilling listener stories weren't enough, Greg and Holly also have some amazing personal paranormal updates involving a haunted housesitting, astral connections, and a spooky photograph. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's guest is comedian and writer, Holly Laurent. See her full bio and work here.Holly tells a bit of her story, growing up in a fundamentalist evangelical household. From the fear of demons to eternal conscious torment, Holly is still dismantling the indoctrination. In comedy, she's found a way to express her “voice that always got [her] in trouble” as well as an accepting community, something she struggled to find in the church.Her podcast Mega has a new five-part mini-series parodying the downfall of an infamous Mars Hill pastor. Episode 1 of “The Rise and Fall of Twin Hills” drops May 21. It sounds like it's going to be great fun!LinksHolly's sitehttps://www.hollylaurent.com/Mega the Podcasthttps://www.megathepodcast.com/Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/hollylaurent/https://www.instagram.com/megathepodcast/InteractFor quotes, recommendations, transcripts and more see the full episode show noteshttps://gracefulatheist.com/2023/05/21/holly-laurent-the-rise-and-fall-of-twin-hills/Join the Deconversion Anonymous Facebook grouphttps://www.facebook.com/groups/deconversionSupport the podcast on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/gracefulatheistSecular Gracehttps://gracefulatheist.com/2016/10/21/secular-grace/Deconversionhttps://gracefulatheist.com/2017/12/03/deconversion-how-to/Deconstructionhttps://gracefulatheist.com/2017/12/03/deconversion-how-to/#deconstruction/Attribution"Waves" track written and produced by Makaih Beatshttps://makaihbeats.net/

In this episode, I catch up with Holly Laurent from MEGA, the satirical improv show about a fictional megachurch. We last spoke in 2019, and a lot has changed since then. We talk about improv, comedy & satire, and the upcoming MEGA spinoff, The Rise and Fall of Twin Hills. Find out more about MEGA at their website. Support this show via a subscription to The Post-Evangelical Post. Subscribe for free or upgrade to $5/month or $50/year to get ad-free podcast feeds and more. Exvangelical is a production of The Post-Evangelical Post, LLC, and a member of the Irreverent Media Group. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://www.postevangelicalpost.com/about

Brad speaks with writer, director, and comedian Holly Laurent, creator of the hit podcast MEGA about a satirical megachurch. They talk about her childhood in Haiti as a missionary, her path of deconstruction, and the winding pathways that healing takes us on. It's a raw interview about caring for family who have fallen into MAGA traps, hoping for change, and finding ourselves even when it feels like we are most lost. Oh, and they a laugh. ALOT. MEGA: https://www.megathepodcast.com/ Holly's Essay - Villain: https://maydaymagazine.com/villain-by-holly-laurent/ SWAJ Seminar: https://www.straightwhiteamericanjesus.com/seminars/ Merch: BUY OUR NEW Come and Take It and Election Affirmer ! https://straight-white-american-jesus.creator-spring.com/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/StraightWhiteJC Order Brad's new book: https://www.amazon.com/Preparing-War-Extremist-Christian-Nationalism/dp/1506482163 For access to the full Orange Wave series, click here: https://irreverent.supportingcast.fm/products/the-orange-wave-a-history-of-the-religious-right-since-1960 To Donate: venmo @straightwhitejc https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/BradleyOnishi Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/straightwhiteamericanjesus Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://swaj.supportingcast.fm

This week I have the absolute pleasure of chatting with podcaster, writer, and performer Holly Laurent (MEGA The Podcast!). We talk about her upbringing in evangelical spaces, and the faith change that ultimately led to Mega The Podcast. We talk about humor, creativity, walking the fine line of familiar and unfamiliar, and finding the lovely things on the other side of the evangelical bubble. Brought to you by that time the senior pastor only talked to you because he knew it would be filed away as a sermon illustration opportunity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hollywood celebrity David Cross joins Scott to talk about his latest Worst Daddy In The World stand-up tour, Mr. Show, and his joke writing process. Then, firefighter Ryan Headboard stops by to talk about his anti-bullying PSA. Later, manicurist Sherry Pie drops by to talk about brow coaching. Plus, hostage negotiator Jim Bolt stops by to share some hostage negotiation tips.

Grab your late-night pop tart and get ready to DIG DEEP with JV and her scrumptious guest, Holly Laurent of the fabulous MEGA podcast! Seriously, Wonderfuls, this is an emotional, philosophical, and deeply sincere episode that also MAY OR MAY NOT BE RIGHT ABOUT GREYHOUNDS. From moms to Jesus to “What About Bob,” we GO THERE. 

It all comes to a fiery conclusion as the Hunters race to save their town and each other.The Game Garage is a collection of Tabletop RPG Mini-Series that aired during the summer of 2022 featuring five episode arcs of various games such as TimeWatch, Hunter: The Reckoning, Worlds Without Number and GURPS.Cast: Jared Logan (GM), Greg Hess, Holly Laurent, Josephine McAdamFor more podcasts and livestreams, visit glasscannonnetwork.com.To become an Official Member of the Naish, subscribe today at patreon.com/glasscannon.Want to be a part of Glass Cannon Nation? Join the Naish attwitter.com/glasscannonpodinstagram.com/theglasscannonfacebook.com/glasscannonnetworktiktok.com/@glasscannonnetworkGet the best apparel and gaming accessories in the biz athttps://glasscannon.shop.redstarmerch.com/store/Purchase Hunter: The Reckoning products athttps://amzn.to/3BzEwmiIf you enjoyed this, we have several other series featuringCall of Cthulhu - Time For ChaosDelta Green - Get in the TrunkBlades in the Dark - Haunted CityPathfinder 2E - Glass Cannon Live! Strange AeonsPathfinder 1E - Legacy of the AncientsStarfinder - Androids and AliensTraveller - Voyagers of the Jumpand so much more!And be sure to listen to the podcast that launched the network — The Glass Cannon Podcast — a complete playthrough of the Pathfinder 1E Giantslayer Adventure Path available athttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-glass-cannon-podcast/id1007021910Coming in 2023 — the NEW Glass Cannon Podcast — a playthrough of the Pathfinder 2E Gatewalkers Adventure Path! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Who are the mysterious government agents who have suddenly arrived in town, and what do they want?The Game Garage is a collection of Tabletop RPG Mini-Series that aired during the summer of 2022 featuring five episode arcs of various games such as TimeWatch, Hunter: The Reckoning, Worlds Without Number and GURPS.Cast: Jared Logan (GM), Greg Hess, Holly Laurent, Josephine McAdamFor more podcasts and livestreams, visit glasscannonnetwork.com.To become an Official Member of the Naish, subscribe today at patreon.com/glasscannon.Want to be a part of Glass Cannon Nation? Join the Naish attwitter.com/glasscannonpodinstagram.com/theglasscannonfacebook.com/glasscannonnetworktiktok.com/@glasscannonnetworkGet the best apparel and gaming accessories in the biz athttps://glasscannon.shop.redstarmerch.com/store/Purchase Hunter: The Reckoning products athttps://amzn.to/3BzEwmiIf you enjoyed this, we have several other series featuringCall of Cthulhu - Time For ChaosDelta Green - Get in the TrunkBlades in the Dark - Haunted CityPathfinder 2E - Glass Cannon Live! Strange AeonsPathfinder 1E - Legacy of the AncientsStarfinder - Androids and AliensTraveller - Voyagers of the Jumpand so much more!And be sure to listen to the podcast that launched the network — The Glass Cannon Podcast — a complete playthrough of the Pathfinder 1E Giantslayer Adventure Path available athttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-glass-cannon-podcast/id1007021910Coming in 2023 — the NEW Glass Cannon Podcast — a playthrough of the Pathfinder 2E Gatewalkers Adventure Path! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Hunters confront the supernatural forces at work in their town with explosive results.The Game Garage is a collection of Tabletop RPG Mini-Series that aired during the summer of 2022 featuring five episode arcs of various games such as TimeWatch, Hunter: The Reckoning, Worlds Without Number and GURPS.Cast: Jared Logan (GM), Greg Hess, Holly Laurent, Josephine McAdamFor more podcasts and livestreams, visit glasscannonnetwork.com.To become an Official Member of the Naish, subscribe today at patreon.com/glasscannon.Want to be a part of Glass Cannon Nation? Join the Naish attwitter.com/glasscannonpodinstagram.com/theglasscannonfacebook.com/glasscannonnetworktiktok.com/@glasscannonnetworkGet the best apparel and gaming accessories in the biz athttps://glasscannon.shop.redstarmerch.com/store/Purchase Hunter: The Reckoning products athttps://amzn.to/3BzEwmiIf you enjoyed this, we have several other series featuringCall of Cthulhu - Time For ChaosDelta Green - Get in the TrunkBlades in the Dark - Haunted CityPathfinder 2E - Glass Cannon Live! Strange AeonsPathfinder 1E - Legacy of the AncientsStarfinder - Androids and AliensTraveller - Voyagers of the Jumpand so much more!And be sure to listen to the podcast that launched the network — The Glass Cannon Podcast — a complete playthrough of the Pathfinder 1E Giantslayer Adventure Path available athttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-glass-cannon-podcast/id1007021910Coming in 2023 — the NEW Glass Cannon Podcast — a playthrough of the Pathfinder 2E Gatewalkers Adventure Path! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There's a new competing church in town that worships in the woods. The gang from Crystal Point investigates.The Game Garage is a collection of Tabletop RPG Mini-Series that aired during the summer of 2022 featuring five episode arcs of various games such as TimeWatch, Hunter: The Reckoning, Worlds Without Number and GURPS.Cast: Jared Logan (GM), Greg Hess, Holly Laurent, Josephine McAdamFor more podcasts and livestreams, visit glasscannonnetwork.com.To become an Official Member of the Naish, subscribe today at patreon.com/glasscannon.Want to be a part of Glass Cannon Nation? Join the Naish attwitter.com/glasscannonpodinstagram.com/theglasscannonfacebook.com/glasscannonnetworktiktok.com/@glasscannonnetworkGet the best apparel and gaming accessories in the biz athttps://glasscannon.shop.redstarmerch.com/store/Purchase Hunter: The Reckoning products athttps://amzn.to/3BzEwmiIf you enjoyed this, we have several other series featuringCall of Cthulhu - Time For ChaosDelta Green - Get in the TrunkBlades in the Dark - Haunted CityPathfinder 2E - Glass Cannon Live! Strange AeonsPathfinder 1E - Legacy of the AncientsStarfinder - Androids and AliensTraveller - Voyagers of the Jumpand so much more!And be sure to listen to the podcast that launched the network — The Glass Cannon Podcast — a complete playthrough of the Pathfinder 1E Giantslayer Adventure Path available athttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-glass-cannon-podcast/id1007021910Coming in 2023 — the NEW Glass Cannon Podcast — a playthrough of the Pathfinder 2E Gatewalkers Adventure Path! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hunter: The Reckoning, fresh off its release to the public, comes to The Glass Cannon Network as the next installment of The Game Garage. The cast assume the roles of Crystal Point Community Church members, who soon realize that something might be wrong in their town.The Game Garage is a collection of Tabletop RPG Mini-Series that aired during the summer of 2022 featuring five episode arcs of various games such as TimeWatch, Hunter: The Reckoning, Worlds Without Number and GURPS.Cast: Jared Logan (GM), Greg Hess, Holly Laurent, Josephine McAdamFor more podcasts and livestreams, visit glasscannonnetwork.com.To become an Official Member of the Naish, subscribe today at patreon.com/glasscannon.Want to be a part of Glass Cannon Nation? Join the Naish attwitter.com/glasscannonpodinstagram.com/theglasscannonfacebook.com/glasscannonnetworktiktok.com/@glasscannonnetworkGet the best apparel and gaming accessories in the biz athttps://glasscannon.shop.redstarmerch.com/store/Purchase Hunter: The Reckoning products athttps://amzn.to/3BzEwmiIf you enjoyed this, we have several other series featuringCall of Cthulhu - Time For ChaosDelta Green - Get in the TrunkBlades in the Dark - Haunted CityPathfinder 2E - Glass Cannon Live! Strange AeonsPathfinder 1E - Legacy of the AncientsStarfinder - Androids and AliensTraveller - Voyagers of the Jumpand so much more!And be sure to listen to the podcast that launched the network — The Glass Cannon Podcast — a complete playthrough of the Pathfinder 1E Giantslayer Adventure Path available athttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-glass-cannon-podcast/id1007021910Coming in 2023 — the NEW Glass Cannon Podcast — a playthrough of the Pathfinder 2E Gatewalkers Adventure Path! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Holly Laurent and Greg Hess of the Mega Podcast join gabrus to talk about the one thing we all experience: aging. Check out gabrus' other podcast, Action Boyz.Check out 101 Places to Party Before You Die now streaming on HBO MaxShout out to Athletic Greens & Rocket Money for sponsoring this episode.Athletic Greens is giving you a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs with your first purchase at athleticgreens.com/MIGHTY.Cancel unwanted subscriptions and manage your expenses the easy way by going to RocketMoney.com/MIGHTY.Advertise on High & Mighty via Gumball.fm.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andrew Gold and Holly Laurent discuss belief, comedic commentary and how proximity and curiosity are not endorsement. Links: https://www.andrewgoldpodcast.com https://www.andrewgoldpodcast.com/about-me https://www.youtube.com/andrewgold1 http://instagram.com/andrewgold_ok http://twitter.com/andrewgold_ok https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-the-edge-with-andrew-gold/id1515932214?i=1000586025408 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-the-edge-with-andrew-gold/id1515932214?i=1000527058039 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-the-edge-with-andrew-gold/id1515932214?i=1000582748277 -- SHOW INFORMATION  Support Us on Patreon & join our Discord Mega HQ (Live show tickets!) Instagram: @MegaThePodcast Twitter: @MegaThePodcast Follow Holly and Greg Holly Laurent: Twitter | Instagram Greg Hess: Twitter | Instagram Edited by Makenzie Mizell Produced by Katie Johnston-Smith Music by Julie B. Nichols Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Holly is a performer, director, podcaster and comedian. She's a lot of fun, and she breaks down her own background of growing up evangelical. Holy Laurent links: https://www.hollylaurent.com https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mega/id1425141892 https://vimeo.com/495321330 Andrew Gold links: http://youtube.com/andrewgold1 http://instagram.com/andrewgold_ok http://twitter.com/andrewgold_ok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's episode, Alana and her guest Holly Laurent discuss the pressure media puts on people to look a certain way and what they are and are not in control of. Spoiler alert: you basically have no control over ANYTHING! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

On this week’s episode, Alana and her guest Holly Laurent discuss the pressure media puts on people to look a certain way and what they are and are not in control of. Spoiler alert: you basically have no control over ANYTHING! Producer/husband/roommate Norm Sousa actually had a pretty easy week and is enjoying cruising his way through life…for now. Join our Patreon and for bonus episodes of Self Esteem “After” Party where Alana will catch up with former guests and do a mandatory check in with producer/husband/roommate Norm Sousa! Check out our merch on TeePublic! We’ve got everything you could ever dream of with Alana’s beautiful face on it! Instagram: @selfesteemparty Twitter: @selfesteemparty Email: selfesteemparty@gmail.com Hosted by: Alana Johnston Instagram: @theonlyalanajohnston Twitter: @alana_johnston Guest: Holly Laurent Instagram: @hollylaurent Twitter: @laurenholly Support Self Esteem Party Brought to you By: The Sonar Network

Craig discusses the long-form improv comedy podcast, Mega with co-hosts Greg Hess and Holly Laurent. They also talk about their improv roots, including some tips and advice for others wanting to give improv a try themselves. The show will be returning to Chicago this Sunday at Sleeping Village, link to tickets down below.

Holly Laurent (@hollylaurent, Mega) joins Kevin and Caroline to talk about the song We Will Stand by Russ Taff in another edition of Single's Ministry.Subscribe to our Patreon to get a weekly 2nd Service episode and become a "Patreon saint" :) GCF - Second Service Patreon! CHARITY:This month we're matching iTunes reviews with donations to Everytown for Gun Safety!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week was extra special for us because we had the opportunity to sit down with one of the hosts of one of our favorite podcasts (Mega the Podcast)! We cover a TON of topics in this interview from Holly's background growing up in evangelicalism to her work over the past 20+ years in the world of comedy! We enjoyed every moment of this interview and hope you do as well. Holly Laurent is an LA based writer and performer. She is the creator and host of the hit podcast MEGA, and co-host and producer of It's a Wonderful Lie (audiochuck) Formerly, Holly was a featured contributor and writer on the nationally syndicated radio variety show Live From Here (NPR) and the Onion News Network. She is an alumnus of the Second City mainstage in Chicago where she wrote and performed three critically acclaimed revues. She toured with the Second City national touring company and was a featured performer at the TBS Just For Laughs Festival in Montreal. Holly holds an M.A. in Interdisciplinary Arts from Columbia College and is a founding member of the longstanding improv group The Reckoning. Her film and television credits include A.P. Bio (NBC), All Rise (CBS All Access), Tacoma FD (truTV), Drunk History (Comedy Central), Food: The Source of Life (Adult Swim), Key & Peele (Comedy Central), Barely Famous (VH1), Funny or Die: Exclusives and The Late Late Show with James Corden (CBS). Holly's film Brought to You by Satan, which she wrote and directed, premiered in festivals in 2020. Her writing has been featured in Defenestration Magazine and Mayday Magazine. Her essay, Villain, was Nominated for a 2021 Pushcart Prize. In addition to all the links in the above bio, we also wanted to include a direct link to the Mega patreon which you can join to help support the work as well as get access to the mini episodes Holly mentions in the interview. You can join their patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/megathepodcast Our intro to the show this week is pretty short and to be honest continues to be pretty heavy. There is just too many painful things continuing to happen in our world. If you want to skip straight to the interview feel free to skip ahead to 15:50. Follow Holly on Twitter and instagram via the links below. https://twitter.com/laurentholly https://www.instagram.com/hollylaurent/ As always, we love hearing from our listeners. Please consider leaving a rate and review on Apple Podcasts and reach out to say hello on social media! Twitter: @ThereafterPod, @CortlandCoffey, @ThePursuingLife Instagram: @ThereafterPodcast, @CortlandCoffey, @ThePursuingLife

Follow Holly's journey as John, Jenn and Holly discuss her faith crisis and building her comedy career beyond religion. ————— We are 100% donor funded! Please click HERE to donate and keep this content coming! Click here to donate monthly: $10 $25 $50 ————— MSP on Spotify MSP on Apple Podcasts MSP Blog Instagram Patreon TikTok Discord Contact Us! *MormonStories@gmail.com *PO Box 171085 Salt Lake City, UT 84117

Join John, Jenn and Holly Laurent from MEGA Podcast as we hear her high demand upbringing from an Evangelical religious space. ————— We are 100% donor funded! Please click HERE to donate and keep this content coming! Click here to donate monthly: $10 $25 $50 ————— MSP on Spotify MSP on Apple Podcasts MSP Blog Instagram Patreon TikTok Discord Contact Us! *MormonStories@gmail.com *PO Box 171085 Salt Lake City, UT 84117

In a replay of episode 149, the delightful Holly Laurent (a writer, director, performer & podcaster, who wrote & directed the great short film Brought to You by Satan & co-hosts the fantastic podcast Mega) & I discuss answering the question how are you, psychedelics, what we've learned from all of this, touch starvation, her flying trapeze experience & ever-so-much more. Holly rocks. https://twitter.com/laurentholly https://www.instagram.com/hollylaurent https://linktr.ee/megathepodcast

Well hello there and Happy Holidays! Ashley Flowers teams up with comedians Holly Laurent and Greg Hess to imagine the hilarious “truth” hidden in your holiday newsletters on audiochuck's short-form comedy podcast, IT'S A WONDERFUL LIE!They come via mail, email, and Facebook post. The ubiquitous “holiday newsletter” from friends and family reminding you just how great life has been for them over the past year. From boring to bragging, and always chock full of BS. Of course, we're reading between the lines— but that's the fun of the podcast. It's a Wonderful Lie is for anyone who has rolled their eyes at receiving a Christmas update.You can find It's a Wonderful Lie wherever you get your podcasts or at www.itsawonderfulliepodcast.com

Well hello there and Happy Holidays! Ashley Flowers teams up with comedians Holly Laurent and Greg Hess to imagine the hilarious “truth” hidden in your holiday newsletters on audiochuck's short-form comedy podcast, IT'S A WONDERFUL LIE! They come via mail, email, and Facebook post. The ubiquitous “holiday newsletter” from friends and family reminding you just how great life has been for them over the past year. From boring to bragging, and always chock full of BS. Of course, we're reading between the lines— but that's the fun of the podcast. It's a Wonderful Lie is for anyone who has rolled their eyes at receiving a Christmas update. You can find It's a Wonderful Lie wherever you get your podcasts or at www.itsawonderfulliepodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode we have the incredible Holly Laurent and Greg Hess from the MEGA Podcast! We've got penguin dads, birds in heaven, and a deep dive of McDonald's toys. Stick around to hear Hamlet to chat to a skull and Greg gets to give us TERRIBLE news about Blue Man Group. All three HRR hosts have been on their podcast and had the best time so give it a listen! Starring: Adal Rifai John Patrick Coan Erin Keif Special Guests: Holly Laurent Greg Hess Editing by:  Casey Toney Theme by:  Arne Parrott Logo by:  Emily Kardamis & Emmaline Morris Want more? Get Weekly Bonus Eps on Patreon! Want merch? Visit our TeePublic Store! or pins, buttons & prints Want to advertise on the show? Check out Hey Riddle Riddle via Gumball.fm See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Brought To You By Satan, a young woman grapples with the supernatural origins of a family dinner. And the writer-director Holly Laurent joins us to unpack the absolutely real story that inspired her knock-you-down-dead creepily hilarious film. Laughs ensue and lots of insider tidbits about filmmaking for the practitioners and equally curious film fans are sprinkled throughout.

The incredibly talented and tender hearted Queen of comedy HOLLY LAURENT is our bucket-list guest!! Not only is she Claudia and Kate's new Breast Friend- she is now a part of the family. Holly is an LA based comic and writer. She is the creator and host of the hit podcast MEGA, co-host and producer of It's a Wonderful Lie, and is a featured contributor on the nationally syndicated radio variety show Live From Here (APM). She is an alumnus of the Second City main stage in Chicago where she wrote and performed three critically acclaimed revues. She toured with the Second City national touring company, was a featured performer at the TBS Just For Laughs Festival in Montreal, and opened an original comedy at the Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company in Washington DC. Holly is an open book- she shares her favorite poetry, her childhood growing up in a mega church, and how comedy became her port in the storm. She laughs, she cries, she secures the invite to pick crabs on the back porch. This episode is so special y'all! Go listen NOW!

Holly Laurent is a comic and writer, as well as the creator and host of Mega the podcast (an improvised satire from the staff of a fictional mega church). On this episode Holly Laurent and Jonny Nelson share their experience growing up in the Evangelical Church, as well as talk about the ex-evangelical movement, and how satirical comedy can be a way to process religious trauma. Instagram @Hollylaurent & @megathepodcast Twitter at @laurentholly & @megathepodcast Visit JonnyNelson.com for full podcasts links and filmed podcasts on Youtube, improv workshops, stand up comedy appearances, improv shows, and more! Music: Orange by Eshé All Day  https://soundcloud.com/esheallday  

Sean chats with Holly about her experiences as a teacher and performer at IO, Second City and with the legendary improv team The Reckoning.

Holly Laurent & Greg Hess on Breaking it Down w ith Frank MacKay- Mega Podcast by Frank MacKay

In this episode, we visit with actors and podcast hosts Holly Laurent and Greg Hess, rock journalist and podcast host Jon Weiderhorn, professional skier and base jumper Matthias Giraud, and the 2016 winner of The Voice Sundance Head. For complete episode details, socials, merch and more visit www.GQwithCam.com Consider supporting the podcast with a one-time donation at BuyMeACoffee.com/GQwithCam --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/camerondole/message

Megachurches are a bit divisive.  Some people think they're the best way to spread the word of God.  Others think that there's no real reason for a church to have its own shopping mall.  There's some overlap, of course.  Holly and Greg fall in the middle group, along with the majority of Christians, so they decided to do something about it: make fun of it.  Mockery mostly rid us of the "cool manager" stereotype courtesy of The Office.  Perhaps it can rid us of the multi-millionaire pastor.  Find out in three days at 7 PM central. Tickets: bit.ly/MEGALive See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From the MEGA Podcast, Greg Hess and Holly Laurent (@heygreghess! @laurentholly!) join Kevin and Caroline to talk all about the song Just Like Heaven by Brandon Lake PLUS some unexpected visitors drop by!PATREON!Subscribe to our Patreon to get a weekly 2nd Service episode and become a "Patreon saint" ;)GCF - Second Service Patreon!CHARITY:This month we're matching iTunes reviews with donations to My Refuge House! They need our support right now so please give! Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and we’ll match it with $1. 3000 reviews = $3000 donated!Advertise on Good Christian Fun via Gumball.fm

The delightful Holly Laurent (a writer, director, performer & podcaster, who wrote & directed the great short film Brought to You by Satan & co-hosts the fantastic podcast Mega) & I discuss answering the question how are you, psychedelics, what we've learned from all of this, villains being the heroes of their own stories, navigating the world post-vaccinations, touch starvation, the flying trapeze experience & ever-so-much more. I could not have enjoyed talking to Holly more. www.twitter.com/laurentholly Her short film, podcasts, essay & more: www.linktr.ee/hollylaurent

Welcome to an interview with one of our favorite artist’s brains. Holly Laurent is one of Stormchaser’s long time coaches and mentors and has been one of our greatest influences. Holly brings joy, love, and poetry to the improv community. She injects humanity into her characters and breathes authenticity into her work, and if you’ve met her, you’ve undoubtedly felt her warm and sunshiny presence. Holly Laurent is the creator and host of the hit podcast MEGA, she’s the co-host and producer of the podcast It's a Wonderful Lie, and she’s a featured contributor on the nationally syndicated radio variety show Live From Here (APM). She is an alumnus of the Second City main stage in Chicago where she wrote and performed three critically acclaimed revues. She toured with the Second City national touring company and was a featured performer at the TBS Just For Laughs Festival in Montreal. Holly is also a founding member of the longstanding improv group The Reckoning, which you might hear us talk about a lot. You can also watch her on Tacoma FD (truTV), Drunk History (Comedy Central), Key & Peele (Comedy Central), and The Late Late Show with James Corden (CBS). On this episode, we get real and we talk about how the pandemic has affected us all as live performers, we also talk about how to approach creating art that wrestles with challenging topics, and Holly shares how she intentionally deals with her fears as an artist. It was an emotional and raw conversation, and as you’ll hear, I think those qualities are part of what makes Holly such a brilliant storyteller. You can connect with Holly on Instagram @hollylaurent and on Twitter @laurentholly. And make sure to check out her wonderful podcast Mega on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Google Podcasts and on instagram @megathepodcast. Right now, Stormchaser is doing improv live on facebook.com/stormchaserimprov. For show times and other fun goodies, connect with us on Instagram @stormchaserimprov. And before you go, if you’ve enjoyed the podcast, could you please do us a solid and review us on Apple Podcasts? Tight. Thanks.

This week Holly Laurent & Greg Hess come to town to hang with Daniel, Jason and Randy. The first story is about a landlord that pitches their tent in the backyard. The second story is about a porch pirate getting trapped by snow. The final story is about the best excuse for being rude. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TW: ADD, religion, dissociationKarlie talks about screaming at people on the street. Then, Karlie speaks to writer, comedian, and Chicagoan Holly Laurent! Holly talks about self care in the pandemic, not having a specific mental health diagnosis, and Synesthesia! If anything, Holly is a Highly Sensitive Person and an absolute beam of light of a human being. They also cover demonic possession, ghosts, religion, and oh so many other things. Listen to Holly’s podcast Mega!Follow Holly on Twitter (@laurentholly) and Instagram (@hollylaurent)!Donate to the Loveland Foundation to support therapy for Black women and girls.Join Karlie on Patreon!Want your mental health story read on the podcast? Email it to crazymakerspod@gmail.comFollow the podcast and Karlie on Instagram! @KMenzizzle @CrazyMakersPodFind Moon by Moon on BandCamp!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/crazymakerspod)

The adorable kids from the classic fairy tale explain how they escaped the evil witch that tried to eat them and what their lives were like afterwards. Featuring the comedians Greg Hess & Holly Laurent from Mega The Podcast as Hansel & Gretel! Interact with us on social media and get our merch here: https://linktr.ee/GoodMorningFromHell . Sponsored by HelloFresh ( http://hellofresh.com/10goodmorning , code: 10goodmorning) and Gabi ( http://gabi.com/HELL)

We complied a collection of our top listener-requested scenes from 2020! In the episode, Dan and Tim recap some of Improv is Dead's 2020 highlights in our New Year's Spooktacular! All scenes were requested by listeners and feature some of our favorite moments from the show. Scenes are listed below with time stamps: Cheesies (w/ Superhuman) (9:52) Wedgie Tutorial (w/ Trumane Alston and Kyle Bethea) (18:06) Vegas Buffet (w/ TJ Jagodowski) (29:45) evan911 (w/ John Patrick Coan) (36:07) Haunted House (w/ Shadee Vossoughi and Damian Anaya) (43:20) Home Shopping Accident (Patreon Ep w/ Eli Mandel) (50:10) Louie Chestnut and His Stupid Hog (w/ Erin Keif) (57:03) Hamstring PT - (w/ Damon Royster and Phylicia McLeod) (1:03:19) Lazy River (w/ Holly Laurent and Greg Hess) (1:11:33) Doug Gut (w/ FUDGE) (1:16:22) Other top requested 2020 not included in this episode: Dr. Evil Coworker (w/ Shadee Vossoughi and Damian Anaya) Wedding Escape Plan (w/ Ryan Creamer and Max Knoblauch) Halloween Party (w/ Bag of Bones) Patreon - 'The Meg' Facebook (w/ FUDGE) Patreon - Shit Talking Funeral (w/ Tim and Dan) Patreon - Cold Feet (w/ Emma Pope and Lindsey Smith) Patreon - Hot Air Balloon Proposal (w/ Max Knoblauch) Thanks for listening in 2020! Please help us continue to make the show in 2021 by supporting the pod! Join our Patreon for an extended version of this episode, weekly bonus episodes, and additional premium content. https://my.captivate.fm/www.Patreon.com/improvisdead (www.Patreon.com/improvisdead) Support this podcast

Holly Laurent and Greg Hess join Tim and Dan to chat 'n 'prov about nude supermodels, skate parks, and being "Michigan hot". Holly and Greg have improvised at just about every major improv theater in the country including UCB, iO, and Second City. Together they cohost the hilarious https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mega/id1425141892 (MEGA) podcast. Performers: Holly Laurent (@laurentholly) Greg Hess (@heygreghess) MEGA Podcast (@megathepodcashttps://twitter.com/megathepodcast (t)) Tim Lyons (https://twitter.com/timlyons (@TimLyons)) Dan White (https://twitter.com/atdanwhite (@atdanwhite)) Support the pod! Join our Patreon for an extended version of this episode, weekly bonus episodes, access to our discord, and additional premium content. https://www.patreon.com/improvisdead (www.patreon.com/improvisdead ) Support this podcast

So you voted... but now what? Alex Aiono and his guests - hip hop artist Propaganda and comedian Holly Laurent (Live From Here, MEGA the Podcast) - dish out the truth about uncertainty, putting one foot in front of the other, and finding out what kind of stuff you're made of. When life throws you for a loop and you can't see what the future looks like, how do know what to do? All you can do is the next right thing. We unpack what lines of poetry got them through, how to talk to loved ones who you may be angry at, and how we begin the work anew. This hilarious and heartfelt episode is one not to miss. Executive Producers Jack O'Brien + Miles Gray Produced by Catherine Law + Joelle Smith Edited + Engineered by Catherine Law Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Holly Laurent is a 2nd City survivor, comedian and host of Mega, a satirical podcast that makes fun of megachurch life. In this episode we talk to Holly about her journey out of Christianity, how she currently holds faith and podcast life. In the weekend round up you get updates on Taylor's house buying effort, the West Wing, Schitt's Creek & we bid farewell to Sean Connery.

GREG HESS & HOLLY LAURENT (MEGA) return to close out Wet Hot Alien Summer with your UFO stories! -- SHOW INFORMATION Bigfoot Collectors Club is produced by Riley Bray. Listener-Files Submissions: BigfootCollectorsClub@gmail.com Bigfoot Collectors Club Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/campfiremedia/albums/43248-bigfoot-collectors-club Instagram: @BigfootCollectorsClub Twitter: @Bigfoot_CClub To support the show and unlock new bonus episodes every month, check out BCC: THE OTHER SIDE on Patreon. Our theme song is “Come Alone” by Suneaters, courtesy of Lotuspool Records.

Mega is an improvised satire from the staff of a fictional mega church, hosted by Holly Laurent and Greg Hess.In this conversation with Bart Campolo, Holly and Greg talk about satirizing American Christianity, what makes it funny, and the mental gymnastics it takes to twist Jesus into a capitalist. But it doesn't take long before they're also talking - very personally - about being haunted by the evangelicalism of childhood, how to live authentically, recovery from trauma, undoing some of the Christian cultural lessons about sexuality after you're married, marriage itself and more.Listen to the Mega podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mega/id1425141892 or wherever you get your podcasts.—Follow this podcast to stay up-to-date:Twitter: @HumanizeMePodInstagram: @HumanizeMePodcastFacebook Group: Facebook.com/Groups/1772151613053280Check out Patreon.com/HumanizeMe! Support the podcast there for the cost of a cup of coffee once a month and get extra content for it. That amount won’t matter to you, but it means everything to us and makes the podcast happen! (Includes access to the monthly bonus podcast, ‘Why It Matters’, where we discuss the show and read listener feedback, and the ‘Campolo Sessions‘, long-form conversations between Bart and his dad Tony Campolo.)Humanize Me is hosted by Bart Campolo and is produced by John Wright at JuxMedia.com.

Wet Hot Alien Summer kicks off with comedian HOLLY LAURENT (MEGA, Drunk History). Holly discusses growing up as an Evangelical, talking to spirits, and overcoming her fears of the paranormal. Then Michael basically recaps an episode of Unsolved Mysteries while telling the story of THE KECKSBURG UFO CRASH! -- EPISODE LINKS Mayan Calendar UFOs at SpaceX Launch Kecksburg UFO was a Satellite? -- SHOW INFORMATION Bigfoot Collectors Club is produced by Riley Bray. Listener-Files Submissions: BigfootCollectorsClub@gmail.com Bigfoot Collectors Club Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/campfiremedia/albums/43248-bigfoot-collectors-club Instagram: @BigfootCollectorsClub Twitter: @Bigfoot_CClub To support the show and unlock new bonus episodes every month, check out BCC: THE OTHER SIDE on Patreon. Our theme song is “Come Alone” by Suneaters, courtesy of Lotuspool Records.

Chris & Rick get on Second City Improv coach and host of the popular podcast, MEGA, Holly Laurent. Rick then calls his landlord Bruce and demands rent forgiveness. Shoutout to our first sponsor, THIRSTYAF.BLOG - be sure to checkout his blog where he reviews popular and obscure energy drinks including Monster Energy Zero Ultra. Opening & Closing Music by Charlie Scovill

On Episode 3, it's a check-in to see how brilliant sweeties Holly Laurent and Greg Hess are doin in LA. We talk yummy daydream food, sock puppet tweets, and there’s even a quick cameo from Mega The Podcast’s Halle and Gray from Twin Hills Community Church.

In episode 582, Jack and Miles are joined by MEGA podcast's Holly Laurent to discuss Quibi's upcoming slate, Super Tuesday and how Joe Biden is doing in polls, Chris Matthew's leaving Hardball, the spread of coronavirus, Taco Bell's 'veggie mode,' Ben Affleck's movie ideas, movies releasing in March, and more! FOOTNOTES: Short-form streaming app Quibi now available for pre-order Joe Biden takes aim at front-runner Bernie Sanders on Super Tuesday Chris Matthews Out at MSNBC Top US doctor says coronavirus now an ‘outbreak,’ possibly a ‘pandemic’ Did a Noted Pathologist Write This Viral Coronavirus Advice Letter? The WHO sent 25 international experts to China and here are their main findings after 9 days Taco Bell's New 'Veggie Mode' Automatically Makes Everything on the Menu Vegetarian Ben Affleck Still Wants To Make A ‘McMillion$’ Movie Starring Matt Damon Every Movie Releasing In March 2020 WATCH: Cosurmyne - Jungle Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Chris Thile's Song of the Week, "First Kiss," from our February 1, 2020 rebroadcast (originally from April 13, 2019) featuring Holly Laurent reading Jessica Greenbaum’s poem “I Love You More Than All the Windows in New York City.” The band: Chris Thile, Madison Cunningham, Mike Elizondo, Chris Eldridge, Brittany Haas, Philip Krohnengold, and Ted Poor. Find "I Love You More Than All the Windows in New York City" in Jessica’s book Spilled and Gone. — Lyrics: We float above the recycling And the catcalls A prelude to the hardest We will ever fall No bar is too loud No bar is too loud No sidewalk’s too crowded No stoop too well-lit No head is too cloudy For an East Village first kiss Text me Text me Text me Text me Don’t forget Don’t forget me I will take out the recycling And pick up the take out While you stir a pair of Manhattans And a mocktail No child is too loud No dinner’s too hurried No morning too big No future’s too blurry For a South Brooklyn next kiss So text me Text me Text me Text me Don’t forget Don’t forget me

This week Adam is joined by hilarious old pal Holly Laurent (Mega, Live from Here) befoe being introduced to an Akron native who has knowledge of Old Nick's shed, Lebron James, and more from the world of Room. -- SHOW INFORMATION Twitter: @MyDeadNeighbors Instagram: @MyNeighborsAreDead Email: MyNeighborsAreDead@gmail.com Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Subscribe: Spotify

Live from UCB Franklin, Holly Laurent, Frank Caeti, and Ryan Meharry celebrate the new year. “I’m Too Effing High” is written and produced by James Mastreani, Mike McLendon, Matt Newell, Dhruv Uday Singh, and Andrew Steven. Special thanks to Shaun Fisher and Eileen Soong. For live dates, past episodes, and more, visit: imtooeffinghigh.com

In the final episode of 2019, I talk to Holly Laurent (The MEGA Podcast, Live from Here, Tragedy + Time) about Chicago pizza, Christian college, the community of the comedy scene, and how studying the Bible makes fundamentalism crumble. This episode was produced by Jake Lewis. Thank you, Jake!Listen to the MEGA Podcast in the podcast app of your choice.Learn more about MEGA here.Learn more about Holly at her website.Thank you to all my Patrons! Support my work on Patreon.Join the Facebook group here.Follow Blake on Twitter.Follow the show on Instagram.

Stevie Nelson and Dave Horwitz chat with Greg Hess and Holly Laurent (performers/hosts of Mega) about their 10-year-anniversary, having a non-traditional wedding and collagen powder.

We have comedian and writer Holly Laurent (MEGA podcast) on and we talk about her growing up Evangelical, her experience with akashic records, and learning how to deal having "the thing." We have a listener story from Jessie about all the spooky stuff that happens to moms.Get started streaming the best horror, thriller and supernatural content. Shudder's expertly curated collection includes titles like the acclaimed Tigers Are Not Afraid, One Cut of the Dead, Revenge and the new Creepshow TV series, produced by Greg Nicotero and based on the famous films by George Romero. To try Shudder free for 30 days, go to shudder.com and use promo code funnyfeeling .A Funny Feeling listeners get 10% off your first month with discount code AFUNNYFEELING. So why not get started today? Go to BetterHelp.com/afunnyfeeling. Simply fill out a questionnaire to help them assess your needs and get matched with a counselor you'll love. That's BetterHelp.com/afunnyfeeling.

Celebrate Star Wars day with Greg Hess (Improvised Shakespeare Company), Holly Laurent (Drunk History), and Edgar Blackmon (Alone Together). “I’m Too Effing High” is written and produced by James Mastreani, Mike McLendon, Matt Newell, Dhruv Uday Singh, and Andrew Steven. Special thanks to Rian Kountzhouse and Eileen Soong. For live dates, past episodes, and more, visit: imtooeffinghigh.com

Chris Thile's Song of the Week, "First Kiss," from our April 13, 2019 show, featuring Holly Laurent reading Jessica Greenbaum’s poem “I Love You More Than All the Windows in New York City.” The band: Madison Cunningham, Mike Elizondo, Chris Eldridge, Brittany Haas, Philip Krohnengold, and Ted Poor. Find "I Love You More Than All the Windows in New York City" in Jessica’s new book 'Spilled and Gone': https://www.upress.pitt.edu/books/9780822965725/

Jude is a talented stand-up and even teaches stand-up comedy at USC and Holly is a fabulous improviser and in the cast of "Live From Here" on NPR, and unlike my other "childfree by choice" guests, neither Jude nor Holly has ever ever ever felt the urge to have kids...not even when they were little ones themselves. We dive into their youths to see where these preferences may have come from and we dig into how this has affected them in their adult lives. So serious!! But if you listen to the whole thing you'll also hear about double penetration!And of course, no episode would be complete without a depressing update from Molly. WHAT?! I'm not allowed to be in a bad mood sometimes? Jeez. Anyway, listen and enjoy!!Support this independent podcast at patreon.com/spermcastGot questions? Call or text 323-741-1818 or email Molly at spermcast@gmail.comFollow SpermCast here: Instagram // Twitter // Facebook // Follow Molly here: Instagram // Twitter Follow Holly here: Instagram // Twitter Follow Jude here: Instagram // Twitter Mega The Podcast See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ok so did you know that after Jesus was resurrected he allegedly stayed on earth for another MONTH? Just HANGING OUT??! The last days of our buddy Jesus Christ are truly shocking when you get down to the nitty gritty. But the theories about what might have happened to his body when it disappeared from his tomb get even more shocking. The biblically literate and hysterically funny Holly Laurent and Greg Hess stopped by to talk JC and religion in general this week, and it was an absolute delight. Get ready to parse the gospels and roast the disciples with us!

Saluton, estas mi Tyson Saner. Welcome to Succotash, the Comedy Soundcast Soundcast. Thank you for making us your destination listening for this next interval in your existence. With all the available choices you have to choose from as far as doundcasts go - or "podcasts" as many people still refer to them - you chose us, and it is an honor.  We've got an episode stuffed with content including clips from:  My Best Break-Up, Gilbert Gottfried's Amazing Colossal Podcast, Broadway Baby, Mega, A Funny Feeling, and Fear Initiative.  We've also got a rare triple Burst O' Durst from raging moderate Will Durst and selected reading from TrumPoetry.com.  So much to listen to, so little…uh…well, really there's as much time as there is, isn't there? So let's crack on!  CLIPS  My Best Break-Up Sometimes, the best beginnings start with an ending. Reese Witherspoon and Hello Sunshine bring you My Best Break-Up, hosted by the charming Maeve Higgins and featuring a different break-up story each week. Our clips features Hannah Gadsby, from a recent episode where she explains her deep unease with success, coupled with the invisibility she often felt as a queer, autistic woman. She's made a conscious decision to view the world in a new way - without a filter of shame.  Broadway BabyJoin host Kimberly Schmidt and her husband Jay as they try to transform their friend Alex Fossella from casual theater goer to full-out fan boy. The clip we're featuring is from the show's pilot, where Kimberly and Jay explain Alex's first homework assignment: The cast album from Hair.  Mega This soundcast is an improvised satire from the staff of a fictional mega church. Starring show creators Holly Laurent and Greg Hess as hosts Hallie and Gray, the clip we have is this past January and guest stars Edgar Blackmon (Alone Together, Popstar) as Edward Blackthorn who's talking sports, Game of Thrones, and falling in love. Gilbert Gottfried's Amazing Colossal PodcastEvery episode of GGACP, host, comedian and actor Gilbert Gottfried, along with co-host and fellow pop culture fanatic Frank Santopadre, welcomes an astounding guest from the business of show. Our clip from a recent episode features guest Joel Grey, talking about being Joel Grey! A Funny FeelingHosted by comedians and paranormal enthusiasts Betsy Sodaro and Marcy Jarreau, A Funny Feeling, invites the hosts' comedian friends and celebrity guests to tell their true paranormal experiences and hear spooky stories submitted by listeners. A clip from Epi69, entitled NorCal Mysteries, features guest storyteller Jessica Jardine, discussing her Northern California upbringing with stories of serial killers and the Winchester Mystery House.  Fear InitiativeA weekly horror role-playing game podcast, Fear Initiative features Game Master David Ian McKendry as he takes players Morgan Peter Brown, Cara Mandel, Jeff Seidman, Megan Duffy, Rob Schrab, Josh Forbes and Clarke Wolfe on a weekly horror inspired RPG adventure. Our clip is from the very first episode from August of last year, when the FI crew comes together seemingly by accident, meeting late one night at a tavern. Cracked on and gone: one more episode of Succotash. Thank you so much for listening to us. I hope you have been entertained...and maybe you've got another soundcast or two to seek out and listen to more episodes of that you hadn't previously been aware of…so then I can say that at the very least you've been informed in some way... specifically that there's a whole world of soundcasts out there in a world (that still mostly calls them podcasts as of this point in history.)  What our show, this "Comedy Soundcast Soundcast" is doing, is saying: "Try this, you might like it in larger amounts" and then letting you decide. We also interview some of those people when they are willing and able. We here at Succotash are empathetic with those who create content and understand the time it takes to make it all happen. So, if you do enjoy our content, why not share it with others so that they also might have a few more choices presented to them in easily consumed and, presumably, digestible portions? (To keep the food metaphor going...)  So again, thank you for listening and if you wouldn't mind taking a little time out to rate and review us on iTunes we'd be forever grateful because in addition to telling others about us, the iTunes rating is another form of "word of mouth" that might even land us a real sponsor someday... one can dream.  Good night, and until next time won't you please, pass the Succotash? — Tyson Saner

Chicago may be the third-largest city in the US, but this week, comedians and couple, Greg Hess and Holly Laurent make it the highest city. I’m Too Effing High is produced by James Mastreani, Mike McLendon, Matt Newell, Dhruv Uday Singh, and Andrew Steven. Special thanks to Dynasty Typewriter at The Hayworth.

Holly Laurent visits the show to discuss the story of a wildfire started by a gender-reveal party! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Danny Prikazsky got into software development to make his domestic dreams a reality.  But when reality took a hard left, he was left to face his lingering aspirations in the arts and made the hard decision to go after them.  Have a listen as we talk boot camp, pulling yourself up by your bootstraps, and giving old habits the boot.  For all things Danny P. follow him on Instagram @DannyPrikaz and Facebook @ActorDannyP! Mentioned in this episode: Hamilton - you know, THE musical. Galvanize - data science bootcamp Python - programming language Holly Laurent - actor, comic, writer, and sage OBS - Open Broadcaster Software, free and open source software for video recording and live streaming Whodunnit League - The livestream B-Sports (boardgame sports) show Danny and I do! @WhodunnitLeague on Twitter & Instagram.  Follow the show for up to date info on the season 2 launch! Mozart in the Jungle - Amazon Prime show Time blocking - Time management tool that helps put some structure in the unstructured lifestyle, and also allows Danny to catch up with Mozart in the Jungle. DAZL - Danny's second city improv team.  Catch them Friday 9/14 at 7:30 pm at Second City Hollywood!  Grab tickets here. Follow the podcast @QuittersPodcast on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter and tell us ALL the things you are. Follow me @Lyssbjack on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter and tell me your favorite kind of bread.

Chicago may be the third-largest city in the US, but this week, Greg Hess and Holly Laurent make it the highest city. I’m Too Effing High is produced by James Mastreani, Mike McLendon, Matt Newell, Dhruv Uday Singh, and Andrew Steven. Special thanks to Dynasty Typewriter At The Hayworth.

Holly Laurent (@laurentholly!) joins Kevin & Caroline to talk all about Phillips, Craig and DeanSHOW NOTES:Good Christian Fans - Facebook GroupGCF Spotify PraylistPATREON!Subscribe to our Patreon to get a weekly 2nd Service episode and become a "Patreon saint" ;)GCF - Second Service Patreon!CHARITY:This month we're matching iTunes reviews with donations to the Preemptive Love Charity! Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and we’ll match it with $1. 2000 reviews = $2000 donated!Become a follower on social media:Twitter: @christianfunpodInstagram: @christianfunpodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/christianfunpod/Website: www.goodchristianfun.com

June show on Friday June 15th. Comics Chelse Greaux @chelsegcomedy Malie Mason @maliexox & Holly Laurent @hollylaurent and your hosts, as always, Catherine McCafferty @catherine_mccaff and Ruthie Holmes @RuthE1229 join us for this episode of the ToD PoD. Theme music by Eric Schackne.

This week on Data Skeptic, we begin with a skit to introduce the topic of this show: The Imitation Game. We open with a scene in the distant future. The year is 2027, and a company called Shamony is announcing their new product, Ada, the most advanced artificial intelligence agent. To prove its superiority, the lead scientist announces that it will use the Turing Test that Alan Turing proposed in 1950. During this we introduce Turing’s “objections” outlined in his famous paper, “Computing Machinery and Intelligence.” Following that, we talk with improv coach Holly Laurent on the art of improvisation and Peter Clark from the Allen Institute for Artificial Intelligence about question and answering algorithms.

Holly Laurent drops by!

Mary Holland (VEEP, HBO's Animals.) & Holly Laurent (Drunk History, Key & Peele) had a good run at UCB's Cagematch, and now they are on The MEAT for our first episode of 2018. Mary talks about the recent loss of one of her cats, inspiring a conversation on pets and what they mean to us. Holly talks about a time she spoke up to help a woman in danger and ended up in a car chase. These true, amazing stories inspire improvised scenes about Christian archaeologists, a family dinner gone awry, whatever "declitage" is and more! For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy ( https://www.acast.com/privacy ) Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-meat-improv-with-jake-jabbour-and-josh-simpson/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Effervescent Holly Laurent (Drunk History, The Reckoning) and her giant dog, Sister, joined the pupcast pack this week and shared the story of naming Sister, they unpack a little of Holly's religious background, and Monique sasses up with the pups Rego and Dexter (Chocolate Thunder) while hanging out with the dogs in our neighborhood.

Improviser Holly Laurent (Drunk History, Key and Peele) stops by Studio 309 and discusses growing up in a big Christian family, doing bits as a kid, and more! Info, photos, links, et cetera -- http://boxangeles.com/148

Holly Laurent

Improvisor, Comedian, Writer, Dog Mother & Sweet Soul Holly Laurent shares childhood stories of trembling in the presence of the idea of God, how she found comedy, and what it was like to leave a city of pizza such as Chicago and set sail for a land of palm trees such as Los Angeles. Claire could have listened for hours, but this is all you get… for now.     

Holly Laurent, talented Improv and veteran Second City Chicago veteran, joined us for our Christmas show and charmed every single one of us with her wonderful story growing up in a strict Christian upbringing.  She only had 3 rules to follow, just 3 rules! Have a very Merry Christmas to all our friends!

Holly Laurent, veteran of the main stage at The Second City Chicago, sits down with Jimmy and discusses her religious upbringing, coming into her own as an improviser and her time at The Second City. Don't miss this great episode.

Holly Laurent stops by to talk about growing up in the church, coming to Chicago, The Reckoning, Second City, and more.  The Poor Choices Podcast is a Chicago based interview podcast hosted by Mark Colomb.