Podcast appearances and mentions of Yakov Smirnoff

Comedy legend Yakov Smirnoff stopped by the show today! Friday Fails. Ememoriam. Mother's Day Spending Expected to Reach $34.1 BillionShould you let your dog lick your face? Here's what Vets sayMan gored by bison in year's first attack by Yellowstone's most dangerous wild animalAmerican tourist climbs over fence at Colosseum, impales himself on spikeTourist Bitten by Crocodile While Taking a Selfie at a Zoo — Because He Thought the Animal Was FakeTurkish Town Involutarily Gets High After Police Burn Over 20 Tons of Confiscated WeedMan arrested days after winning $167M Powerball jackpotFlorida man with cardboard license tag arrested after 2 pipe bombs, drugs discovered in vehicleTwo people engaged in alleged ‘lewd activities' found in vehicle blocking CT state police barracksDid A Pennsylvania Man Go Into A Church And Pee In The Holy Water?A driver wanted to test his cousin's ‘triple-digit speed theory' about police chases. Now he has a mugshotPolice bodycam shows raccoon holding meth pipe during Ohio traffic stopSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send us a textPart of the "Best Of" Series...This special show features 6 standup comics all using music to make you Laugh. From Bob Saget to Yakov Smirnoff, they all did some music in their live sets; and on this show we share that music. You'll hear comics Tim O'Rourke, Dana Carvey, Denny Johnston, Paul Robins, Bob Saget, and Yakov all sing and play music....very entertaining! The music isn't bad and always full of Laughs. Enjoy, and if you like...sing along!Bob Saget, Tim O'Roarke, Yakov Smirnoff, Denny Johnston, Paul Robins, and Dana Carvey each bring their unique perspective to the realm of musical entertainment, blending humor and music in captivating ways. Saget captivates audiences with his comedic songs, often turning mundane experiences like finding change or expired food into lively performances, while O'Roarke creates a fun, interactive atmosphere with quirky lyrics and audience engagement. Smirnoff and Johnston are both renowned for their distinctive approaches, with Smirnoff infusing his sets with humorous musical storytelling, and Johnston leaving a lasting impression with his unconventional and memorable comedic musical acts. Meanwhile, Robins and Carvey inject a playful, irreverent energy into their performances, with Robins' humorous audience interactions and Carvey's parodic musical tributes, both aiming to entertain and amuse through their lighthearted approaches to music.(00:01:14) Comedic Musicians Unite: A Stand-Up Serenade(00:14:18) Musical Parodies of Iconic Artists' Styles(00:21:35) Blackbird Rendition & Musical Comedy by Denny Johnston(00:25:49) Interactive Comedy Shows with Talented ComediansSupport the showWebsite: Standup Comedy Podcast Network.com www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.com Free APP on all Apple & Android phones....check it out, podcast, jokes, blogs, and More!"NEW" Video Podcast: Tag Team Talent Podcast on Spotify & YouTube See your favorite comics and other performers...Fun! New Top 5 Recognition from "FeedSpot" Please Write a Review: in-depth walk-through for leaving a review.Interested in Standup Comedy? Check out my books on Amazon..."20 Questions Answered about Being a Standup Comic""Be a Standup Comic...or just look like one"

Send us a textShort trailer for the podcast, that explains the shows with material from Jerry Seinfeld (regular at my comedy clubs), Ronney Kenny (Comedy Store Talent and Friend), and sample from great interview with Famous Russian Comic Yakov Smirnoff, who is still performing and has his own theater in Branson Missouri. Support the showWebsite: Standup Comedy Podcast Network.com www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.com Free APP on all Apple & Android phones....check it out, podcast, jokes, blogs, and More!"NEW" Video Podcast: Tag Team Talent Podcast on Spotify & YouTube See your favorite comics and other performers...Fun! New Top 5 Recognition from "FeedSpot" Please Write a Review: in-depth walk-through for leaving a review.Interested in Standup Comedy? Check out my books on Amazon..."20 Questions Answered about Being a Standup Comic""Be a Standup Comic...or just look like one"

In Soviet Russia, podcast listens to YOU! Yakov Smirnoff—comedian, actor, and professor of laughter—joins Andrew Santino to reflect on Soviet roots, finding the American dream through comedy, and why laughter really is the best medicine. Yakov's journey is unreal — from acting alongside legends like Robin Williams, Meryl Streep, Jack Nicholson, Richard Pryor, and Tom Hanks… to buying the house where Lenny Bruce died. What a country!This episode is a blast of nostalgia, insight, and Cold War absurdity, with a heart as big as Yakov's smile.

On this episode of Coffee, Country & Cody, we welcome Yakov Smirnoff   0:00 - Welcome / What’s Coming Up 2:11 - Interview with Yakov Smirnoff   22:45 -Entertainment with Kelly Sutton   Connect with WSM Radio: Visit the WSM Radio WEBSITE: http://bit.ly/650AMWSM Follow WSM Radio on TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@wsmradio Like WSM Radio on FACEBOOK: http://bit.ly/WSMRadioFB Check out WSM Radio on INSTAGRAM: http://bit.ly/WSMRadioInsta Follow WSM Radio on X: http://bit.ly/WSMRadioTweets Listen to WSM Radio LIVE: http://bit.ly/WSMListenLive Listen to WSM on iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/live/wsm-radio...  

SPECIAL EPISODE ALERT. Living Legend and Comedy Store Great Yakov Smirnoff stopped by the studio to wax philosophical about the power and meaning of laughter, his journey to America, and- of course- how to get laid. Even the greatest among us fall prey to their surroundings, it seems. Therein lies the POWER OF THE ROACH. Slip on those headphones and slide into another soothing session of the best worst news show around. And don't forget to write in to the show @ JoshPotterShow@gmail.com - next week we'll be covering a lot from the Roach Reporters across the globe. ON THIS WEEK'S EPISODE: ★ Soviet Comedy ★ Women in Sports ★ White House Fumbles ★ Hitting Splitters ★ Shootin' Em Dead ★ Moscow McDonald's And much more! ★★★ This week's Intro Music: “Spider Web” by Griff Parker Outro Music: “Live From The Roach Motel (feat. Hendawg)” by Brothers ★★★ See Josh Live! Aug 15th - Comedy Cabin - Janesville, WI Aug 16th - Comedy Cabin - Janesville, WI Oct 31st - Headbangers Cruise w/Lamb Of God Nov 1st - Headbangers Cruise w/Lamb Of God Nov 2nd - Headbangers Cruise w/Lamb Of God Nov 3rd - Headbangers Cruise w/Lamb Of God Nov 4th - Headbangers Cruise w/Lamb Of God ALL STAND UP LINKS CAN BE FOUND HERE: https://thejoshpotter.com ★★★ Josh Potter

Phil and David enjoy an animated conversation with the Emmy-winning TV writer and producer Mike Scully about his long and impressive career working on shows including "The Simpsons," "Parks and Recreation," and with Phil on "Everybody Loves Raymond." With great stories about Conan O'Brien, Yakov Smirnoff, Don Knotts and Keith Richards. To learn more about building community through food and "Somebody Feed the People," visit the Philanthropy page at philrosenthalworld.com. 

The Weekend Whassup for Friday, 4/4/2025! The Point keeps you connected to the top 17 things happening around Sheboygan! The Sheboygan County Home Builders Expo is this Friday, Saturday and Sunday at Sheboygan’s Lakers Ice Center. Get some great ideas and talk with professionals about how to make them a reality! https://schba.org/events It’s Couples Stand Up Comedy Night with Yakov Smirnoff and Mark Gungor tonight (Friday) at 7:30 at The Weill Center For The Performing Arts in downtown Sheboygan! https://www.weillcenter.com/events/couples-comedy/ There’s a Spring Craft & Vendor Fair at The Bull at Pinehurst Farms today (Friday) and tomorrow (Saturday). Shop the spring market for Mother’s Day and more! https://www.facebook.com/events/3861971404043800/ The Plymouth Maple Festival is tomorrow (Saturday) from 9-1 at Plymouth City Park. Family friendly crafts, shopping, food and more. https://plymouthmaplefestival.com/ The SCIO Winter Farmers Market happens the first and third Saturdays of the month from 9-Noon, at First Congregational Church UCC. Help support the local farmers who provide our fresh produce, meat, eggs, honey and more! https://www.sheboygancountyinterfaith.org/winter-farmers-market/ The Sheboygan Falls Chamber Main Street Presents: The Duck Bowl and Brat Fry tomorrow (Saturday) at Odyssey Fun Center in Falls! Just warming up for Ducktona this summer! https://www.facebook.com/events/1280192186575351/ Richard’s School of Dance invites you to their 15th Anniversary Entertainment tomorrow (Saturday) at 11am at Sheboygan Area Lutheran High School. https://www.facebook.com/events/4038037119804796 The Wade House Timeless Tales Speaker Series Presents “Bottoms Up” : A Toast to Wisconsin’s Historic Bars & Breweries tomorrow (Saturday) from 1-3 at the Wade House Historic Site in Greenbush. https://buy.acmeticketing.com/events/514/detail/6554fb77e38973780f8f14f4 The Brat City Shoreline Showdown Cornhole Tournament is both days this weekend at Blue Harbor Resort and Conference Center in Sheboygan. https://www.facebook.com/events/1271651450708041 Theater For Young Audiences Presents: “Diary Of A Wimpy Kid” The Musical on stage at The Howards Grove Center For The Arts with showtimes through this weekend and next! https://www.tyasheboygan.org/tickets The 18th Annual LUCKY STRIKE Mini Bowling Tourney to Benefit Camp American Legion is tomorrow (Saturday) from 9-8 at Laack’s Ballroom in Johnsonville! Door prizes, food and fun for everyone all day! https://tinyurl.com/3jsfszjd Bingo For Bow Wows is a fun time for a great cause benefiting Paws Up Pet Rescue tomorrow (Saturday) from 1-4 at Al and Al’s Stein Haus in Sheboygan. Card sales at 12:30! https://www.facebook.com/events/978003220390594 Safe Harbor of Sheboygan County is hosting the "Men Who Cook" fundraiser at Acuity Insurance tomorrow (Saturday) evening. It’ll featuring over 20 men cooking for a cause, with proceeds benefiting the organization's mission to support victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. https://www.sheboygansafeharbor.org/about-us/events/ The Driftbusters Snowmobile Club Brat Fry is tomorrow (Saturday) from 11-7 at Butch & Anne’s Pine Grove. https://www.facebook.com/events/1083675173443392 The Kettle Karvers Carving Show is Sunday from 10-4 at Emil Mazey Hall in Sheboygan. See original wood carvings and visit with carvers from across the state. See a live chainsaw carving demonstration while enjoying food and beverages! https://wxerfm.com/events/461596/ Arts At The Waelderhaus: A-Frames & Flying Saucers: Midcentury Religious Architecture happens Sunday at 2 at The Waelderhaus in Kohler. https://www.facebook.com/events/915333743743750 Trinity Lutheran Church in Howards Grove invites you to a Spaghetti Supper, Sunday from 3:30-6:30. All you can eat! https://www.facebook.com/events/631006209799678/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rick Mitchell joined me to discuss Carol recognizing him from TMZ; writing a performing speeches in his past ; it really not being that hard to write a good speech; giving a good speech requires you know your audience; this book can help save you from listening to bad speeches; differences in different religious weddings; worst speeches are graduation and bar mitzvah; not being Jewish and everyone thinking he is; taking a DNA test to find he's half Jewish; attending UC Davis; working at Second City and Improv Olympic; SNL being a big impetus; Norm MacDonald, Rodney Dangerfield, Mitch Hedberg, and George Carlin; his style; writing for Yakov Smirnoff; trying stand up after killing at his high school graduation; corporate gigs; his career at TMZ; writing monologues for Ellen; having her voice before being hired; her being from New Orleans; backstage gossip; what hurt her was always saying "be nice"; telling stories; guest hosts; Eugene & Dan Levy were hard; Wanda Sykes & Jennifer Anniston were easy; Robert Downey Jr, his favorite and Jason Sudeikis

3595 – March 7, 2025 – I Love This Country – as Yakov Smirnoff used to say… WE ARE FULL OF JOY, PERHAPS IT'S A BIT OF VENGEFUL JOY… BUT WE ARE EXCITED AND FEEL FREE FROM THE DARK CLOUD OF TYRANNY THAT WAS OVER THIS NATION AND WE THE PEOPLE. However, when I read this headline… I literally laughed ... The post I Love This Country appeared first on CSC Talk Radio.

Adam zooms with politician Matt Gaetz. They talk about his brief time as the nominee for AG, THE MATT GAETZ SHOW – his new nightly show on the One American News Network, Trump, and the full contact nature of life in Washington DC. Later on Adam sits in with comedic legend Yakov Smirnoff and they talk about his career, life as a comic in USSR, and how Russia is today vs. when Yakov was just getting his start as a performer. Get it on. For more with Yakov Smirnoff: PODCAST: ‘The Comedy Couch with Yakov Smirnoff' TWITTER: @Yakov_Smirnoff WEBSITE: Yakov.com For more with Matt Gaetz: TV SHOW: Matt is now hosting The Matt Gaetz Show on One America News Network - week nights at 9 PM EST on OAN Network. INSTAGRAM: @repmattgaetz

Renée Percy, started her career on the hit Canadian TV series, DEGRASSI HIGH. Since then she has appeared on NBC, CBS, ABC, FOX, Nickelodeon, Disney, FX, Comedy Central, in shows such as MOM, SUPERSTORE, THE GOLDBERGS, and WORKAHOLICS, and can be seen performing sketches on JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE.Percy, has performed in over 16 countries (she regularly performs overseas for the troops),has shot over 70 national commercials in Canada and the US, has received a CanadianComedy Award, the Phil Hartman Award, AND she is only one stamp short of a freeyogurt at Pinkberry!Renée has opened for the likes of Jay Leno, Jeff Garlin, Craig Robinson, Preacher Lawson, Jamie Kennedy, Orny Adams, Michael Rapaport, Yakov Smirnoff, and Bill Burr to name a few, and features regularly for Arsenio Hall.Catch Renée as part of the Netflix is a Joke comedy festival, hear her on Sirius Radio (her album “The Komic Sutra” was the #1 comedy album on iTunes), and watch herspecial of the same name on Amazon Prime and Apple TV.Coming soon, see Renée with Jim Jeffries in a new comedy special (“Jim Jeffries andFriends”) shot in Australia!#reneepercy #comedian #chrispomay #livewithcdp #barrycullenchevrolet #youtube #applepodcastsFollow Renée on Instagram @ReneePercyComedianhttps://www.reneepercy.com/https://beacons.ai/chrisdpomayhttps://www.cameo.com/chrispomay Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/54200596...

The far more censored version of the award-winning and unparalleled "A Mediocre Time with Tom and Dan." - "A Corporate Time" is a daily companion and terrestrial radio show heard nationally on iHeartRadio. It's silly.

R. Scott Edwards started his first company at age 17, and at 24 opened Laughs Unlimited, (1980) just the 12th full-time comedy club in the entire United States. Scott was fortunate to fall in with comedy greats like Bob Saget, Dave Coulier, Garry Shandling, and many others who helped him develop an extremely successful chain of comedy clubs in Northern California. In turn, he helped develop talents like Paula Poundstone, Brian Posehn, and Dana Carvey, and enjoyed working with icons like Graham Chapman of Monty Python, Pat Paulsen, Soupy Sales, and Tommy Chong.Scott knows comedy performance and production, having produced three TV series, several large concerts, and thousands of live comedy stage shows. Now Scott is sharing what heʼs learned through his books, interactive online courses, podcasts, and video archives. Listen and enjoy the experiences and stories about talent from all the greats, from Ellen and Yakov Smirnoff to Paul Reiser and Seinfeld—and even the amazing Robin Williams! R. Scott Edwards Vroom Vroom Veer Show Summary In this episode of "Vroom Vroom Veer" titled "R. Scott Edwards: Mastering Laughter: Exploring the Origins of Stand-Up Comedy," host Jeff Smith engages in a deep and humorous conversation with guest R. Scott Edwards, a seasoned comedy club owner and comedy producer. The episode kicks off with Jeff's light-hearted banter about hitting the record button, followed by various guest introductions that showcase the theme of veering away from a scripted life to more genuine experiences. Jeff warmly welcomes R. Scott Edwards, and they dive into Edwards' extensive history in the comedy scene. Edwards shares his journey from opening Laughs Unlimited, one of the first full-time comedy clubs in the U.S., to working with and developing prominent comedians like Paula Poundstone and Dana Carvey. He talks about the evolution of comedy clubs from mere spaces in strip joints to respected venues showcasing professional stand-up artists, emphasizing how he helped put Sacramento on the comedy map. The conversation veers towards the changing dynamics of stand-up comedy, expressing how different comics brought different flavors to stage performances. Scott mentions notable comedians like Bob Saget and Dave Coulier who were instrumental in shaping the stand-up scene. They reminisce about the influence of television and comedy specials from HBO in popularizing stand-up even further during the 1980s. They discuss Scott's other ventures, including a stint in submarine tourism, and his passion for creating hospitable environments to showcase comedy, underscoring the importance of having fun in business endeavors. Furthermore, Scott outlines how he transitioned from entertaining to more service-oriented careers like insurance, maintaining his core mission of enhancing people's lives regardless of the industry. The episode touches on the personal challenges and humorous anecdotes from Scott's experiences owning a chain of clubs and producing comedy shows, reflecting on how stand-up is a unique form of art that is intimately connected with the audience's engagement. To wrap up, Edwards elaborates on his current projects which include teaching the art of comedy through books and courses. He reflects on the essence of comedy: its ability to pivot or "veer," adapting to the audience and environment to perfect the art. The episode ends with appreciations and reminders of Scott's ongoing contributions to the comedy world, highlighting his websites and upcoming projects that aim to educate and entertain aspiring comedians and comedy enthusiasts. Overall, the podcast episode masterfully explores the intricacies of the comedy world through R. Scott Edwards' historical insights and personal stories, all while maintaining a lively and engaging atmosphere that resonates well with the theme of veering towards a more fulfilling and entertaining life path. Connections Website

Rejoice America, Jeff and Matt answer critical questions from fake listeners. If we could change one thing about the travel industry, what would it be? What are some of the best travel and travel business articles we've read this year? What's the next hot destination? What's the biggest trend coming for the industry in 2025? Whatever happened to Yakov Smirnoff?Articles we mention:The Branson PilgrimAirbnb's idea to hold gladiator battles in Rome's Colosseum isn't going down well with some local lawmakersCBRE analysis of loyalty programsColorado's I-70 Has America's Most Notorious Ski Traffic. Is There a Solution?LARC Quarterly Webinar

Leave it to Mark and Allen to wait until the podcast is almost done to deliver an interview like this. It was so great to meet with Mike Scully - what a nice guy, a great conversationalist, and a good sport! Not only is his body of work fascinating, but he doesn't mind when we accidentally add credits to his resume that don't even exist (keep your ears peeled to hear Mark make a royal screwup, LOL). The boys were extremely lucky to get a chance like this to talk with Mike around late September 2024. We got to hear about Mike's work on big shows such as Everybody Loves Raymond and The Simpsons (and Parks of course), what he thought about acting as Pawnee citizen Pearl, concerns he had about Champion the 3-Legged Dog, his start in stand-up (and two famous people he met in the process), and many, many other topics. Please tune in and listen to a thoroughly interesting and tremendously entertaining conversation with writer/producer Mike Scully.

Burnie and his guest Geoff Ramsey discuss Austin, the housing market, not calling friends on their birthday, choosing your sports allegiances, Branson Missouri, smoked turkeys, Yakov Smirnoff, being passive aggresive, and a dozen other things. Massively extended version on our Patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/morningsomewhere For the link dump visit: http://www.morningsomewhere.com For merch, check out: http://store.morningsomewhere.com

Are You Smarter Than A 5th Grader makes its triumphant return in this episode as Dane and Samuel compete to see which podcast host is the smartest. Additionally, Dane expresses his love for Mulan, Samuel goes to see Dusty Slay, and the guys team up once again in a pickleball tournament. --- If you have any ideas for Episode 100, please let us know! --- Please follow our Instagram & TikTok to stay updated on all things podcast and make sure to send us a voice message via Instagram DM to be featured on one of our next episodes. https://www.instagram.com/untilnextweekpodcast https://www.tiktok.com/@untilnextweekpodcast --- Please leave us a 5 STAR REVIEW on both Spotify and Apple for a chance to be mentioned on a future episode. --- SUPPORT DANE: [Please send us a DM with your name and amount if you decide to donate for tracking purposes] https://hillcityglobal.managedmissions.com/MyTrip/danebiesemeyer1 --- GET $40 OFF 2 FRIDAY PICKLEBALL PADDLES: [USE CODE SAMUEL 14434] https://www.fridaypickle.com/discount/SAMUEL14434 --- Key words for the algorithm: Clean Podcast, Clean Comedy, Friday Pickleball, Ghostrunners Podcast, Green Bay Packers, Mulan, Disney Movies, To Kill A Mockingbird, Dusty Slay, Yakov Smirnoff, Fantasy Football, Choirs, The Greatest Showman, Come Alive, Silver Dollar City, Feminism, Running Pain, and Phineas & Ferb. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/untilnextweek/support

It turns out that both David and Don are really lousy at relationships but great with relationship advice. Also, so is Yakov Smirnoff.

In this episode of Daily Comedy News, Johnny Mac covers Hasan Minhaj's loss of the Daily Show hosting gig after a controversial New Yorker profile, Nikki Glaser's memorable performance at the Brady Roast, and the rise of comedian Matt Friend during the pandemic. The show also features Jay Pharoah's reflections on his first crowd laugh and impressions, Ellen DeGeneres's latest comedy special, and Yakov Smirnoff's new podcast. Additionally, there's news about Ben Stiller's upcoming pickleball movie, 'The Dink,' and insights from Matt Berry on his character Laszlo from 'What We Do in the Shadows.'00:00 Podcasting Tip00:18 Hasan Minhaj's Daily Show Controversy02:17 Nikki Glaser's Memorable Performance02:49 Matt Friend's Comedy Journey05:05 Jay Pharoah's Impressions and Career07:17 Ellen DeGeneres's Stand-Up Special09:09 Yakov Smirnoff's New Podcast09:49 Ben Stiller's Pickleball Movie10:19 Matt Barry on Playing LaszloUnlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed!  You also get the other shows on the network ad-free!  $4.99, a no brainer. This podcast supports Podcasting 2.0 if you'd like to support the show via value for value and stream some sats! You can also support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynews Contact John at john@thesharkdeck dot com  John's free substack about the media:  Media ThoughtsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news--4522158/support.

Remember the 1985 TV commercial for Miller Lite, in which Yakov Smirnoff says “In America, there is plenty of lite beer and you can always in a party. In Russia, party always finds you.” Yakov was born in Odesa, Ukraine. He defected to the U.S.A. in 1977. Yakov had a lot of success in the United States which led to his line: “What a country.” Beside stand-up comedy he had roles in “Moscow on the Hudson” in which he helped Robin Williams with his Russian dialogue. He was also in films “Money Pit” and “Brewster's Millions.” He appeared on TV's “Night Court” and as a guest on the Johnny Carson “Tonight Show.” Smirnoff was friends with President Ronald Reagan and wrote some of his speech material. An example was “In Russia, if you say take my wife please, you come home…and she's gone!”

Short trailer sharing some standup comedy and explaining why this podcast exist and is so successful.Features short comedy bits by Jerry Seinfeld, Ronny Kenny, and part of an interview with Famous Russian Comic- Yakov Smirnoff.Lots of shows available to listen to....standup comedy shows, professional entertainer interviews, and every couple of weeks a short Bonus Show...Enjoy!Jerry Seinfeld, Ronny Kenny, and Yakov Smirnoff each bring a unique perspective to the topic of comedy in a communist country. Seinfeld, known for his observational humor, views such environments as stifling for creativity due to heavy government censorship and control, which he believes suppresses free expression and prevents dissent. In contrast, Ronny Kenny uses self-deprecating humor to navigate the ironies of daily life under communism, showing that humor can still thrive as a form of escapism and a way to playfully critique societal norms. Yakov Smirnoff, who performed under strict state control, highlights the significant challenges and dangers comedians faced, noting how the government tightly monitored material to prevent rebellion, yet he adapted to these constraints, revealing the resilience of humor even in oppressive conditions.Support the Show.Standup Comedy Podcast Network.co www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.comFree APP on all Apple & Android phones....check it out, podcast, jokes, blogs, and More!For short-form standup comedy sets, listen to: "Comedy Appeteasers" , available on all platforms.New YouTube site: https://www.youtube.com/@standupcomedyyourhostandmc/videosVideos of comics live on stage from back in the day.Please Write a Review: in-depth walk-through for leaving a review.Interested in Standup Comedy? Check out my books on Amazon..."20 Questions Answered about Being a Standup Comic""Be a Standup Comic...or just look like one"

John tells us why he would be a terrible NASCAR driver and the boys argue over whether professional wrestlers are athletes or actors. Meanwhile, Jonnie has a run-in with the cops because he forgets his phone and tells the story of NBC's diabolical plan to get people to buy color TVs in the 1950s.  Plus, a conversation about worry and the importance of attempting to affect the course of your thoughts.  Today's episode is NOT sponsored by Voicemails: “It's like a text message that gets completely ignored.”   ALSO... Jonnie got to hang out with comedy legend Yakov Smirnoff last weekend, and as promised, here's a fun clip of Yakov on the Tonight Show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2lwJ23o5qNM   FOLLOW Jonnie W.: https://jonniew.com FOLLOW John Driver: https://johndriver.com Listen now on any platform at http://talkaboutthatpodcast.com  WATCH/SUBSCRIBE on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwjExy_jWIdNvGd28XgF2Dg Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

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Not many US radio broadcasters have the courage to drop a Yakov Smirnoff reference in 2024. Leave it to our fearless friend Adam Carter to do it during a segment of Dumber Than We Thought with Chad.

These fancy things will never come in between you and this brand new episode of Go Fact Yourself!In this episode…Guests:Yakov Smirnoff is an iconic comedian, who made a name for himself after making Johnny Carson laugh on “The Tonight Show.” He'll explain how he had to fight for the chance to be on the show and how he learned to make art in the face of tragedy.Salamishah Tillet is a scholar, activist, curator, and writer, who won a Pulitzer Prize for her work in The New York Times. She'll tell us about what it was like to keep that honor a secret – even from her friends and family.Areas of Expertise:Salamishah: The Nadal/Federer tennis rivalry, the Donovan McNabb era of the Philadelphia Eagles, and Beyoncé/Rihanna.Yakov: The Canary Islands, the science of love, and the movie Crazy, Stupid, Love.What's the Difference:Make Some NoiseWhat is the difference between sound editing and sound mixing?What is the difference between a yell and a shout?Experts:Kuk Harrell and Tricky Stewart: Songwriters, producers and executives, whose multiple Grammy awards include hit songs with Beyoncé and Rihanna.Glenn Ficarra and John Requa: Writer, producers, and directors of many TV shows and films, including Crazy, Stupid, Love.Hosts:J. Keith van StraatenHelen HongCredits:Theme Song by Jonathan Green.Guest Live Show Engineer is Jeremy Beavers.Maximum Fun's Senior Producer is Laura Swisher.Associate Producer and Editor is Julian Burrell.Seeing our next live-audience show in Los Angelesby YOU!

Les, Kurt, and Jason are happy that the WGA Strike has ended, but are still venturing beyond Lifetime and Hallmark movies since SAG-AFTRA is still on strike! The guys discuss the big topics on their mind like couples that share a Facebook account and whether or not Jeffrey Dahmer is cancelled. Not cancelled: famous morning radio DJ Roman Polanski). Also not cancelled: Blac Chyna… she may have found love again! Then it's time to take a look at the pilot to the 1986 first-run syndicated sitcom What a Country. While this may seem like it was a Yakov Smirnoff vehicle, it's actually an adaptation of a British sitcom. One can only wonder if the British version featured countless painful racial stereotypes (many courtesy to a super racist school principal not played by Don Knotts). But the bigger thing you'll be wondering is “Just how glamorous is it to coach a high school soccer team?” Side note to those that will be in the Philadelphia area: Kurt has more performances of his show Behind Every Great Mariska Hargitay is a Great Kurt Fitzpatrick. Get your tickets here: https://phillyfringe.org/events/behind-every-great-mariska-hargitay-is-a-great-kurt-fitzpatrick/ Facebook : alifetimeofhallmark Instagram : lifetimeofhallmarkpodcast Theme song generously donated by purple-planet.com

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Comedy Legend Bob Nelson joins Scott and Ace in the Acement. Bob was once in a comedy group with Rob Bartlett and Eddie Murphy called "The Identical Triplets". In 1985, Rodney Dangerfield's 9th Annual Young Comedians Special introduced major comic like Rita Rudner, Yakov Smirnoff, Sam Kinison, Bob Saget, and Louie Anderson. One standout was Bob Nelson, a hilarious comic with characters like Jiffy Jeff, Eppy Epperman, and the hilarious College All Star Football Team. Many late-night TV appearances, comedy specials and major tours followed (including 8 years opening for Rodney)! Check out Bob at http://www.bobnelson.com/ Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon.  Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins  Check out our friends at The Mix Tape Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-mix-tape/id1506341641

"What a country!" has turned into "What a career!" for Yakov Smirnoff who emigrated to the US from Ukraine in the 1970s and built a career out of playful but pointed jabs at Russia and great "fish out of water" bits about himself. Along the way, Yakov has also managed to become a US citizen, earn a PhD in psychology, become an in-demand keynote speaker, score a number of juicy film and tv roles, and establish a long-running comedy theater in Branson, Missouri. We're not sure where he finds time to sleep! As always, find extra cuts below and thanks for sharing our shows! Want more Yakov? In the 1980s headlining at Dangerfield's was a mark a comic had arrived (much like getting invited to Johnny Carson's Tonight Show couch). Here's a bit of Yakov (introduced by Rodney himself) from 1984. https://youtu.be/QboXCnKpgtU In the 1980s, Chrysler/Plymouth was fighting for its financial life and its line up of inexpensive cars helped pull them back from the brink (along with some help from the government). Were the cars good? Not really. Were they cheap? Oh, yeah! And did they have Yakov as a spokesperson? Of course! https://youtu.be/hkcImMNx3SU Yakov was a frequent and popular guest on American tv, including this appearance on one of Dick Clark's many variety shows, this one from 1988. https://youtu.be/22VI3eN5r9k

My old Friend Yakov Smirnoff, famous Russian Comic, does a TV interview for my comedy club. Lots of jokes and laughs in this TV News interview, though the TV anchor missed many of them....Ha! I enjoyed this and think you will as well...you can still see Yakov live on stage at his theater in Branson, MO.Hosted by: R. Scott EdwardsExplanation of a new APP available on Apple & Android phones: Standup Comedy Podcast NetworkSupport the showWrite a Review: in-depth walkthrough for leaving a review.

In 1987, ABC celebrated Independence Day by combining an evening of variety with a rally for literacy. Oprah and Robert Urich host from St. Louis as the likes of Suzanne Somers, Yakov Smirnoff, Barbara Mandell, Atlantic Starr, and a choir of 500 singers entertain from across the country. In between, filmed segments show the different ways America celebrates and provide testimonials from adults who've recently learned to read. If that weren't enough, the wife of the vice president makes an appearance! Rick and Mike break it all down and reveal a little of Rick's carny past.  #podcast #tv #retrotv #seventies #eighties #abc #oprah #roberturich #july4 #independenceday #america #literacy  

"At some point he looks out the window and just sees a random Rear Window murder."Antonio from The Cultworthy podcast joins for the first time with three personal cult hits. He knows his stuff!0:00 -- Intro9:09 -- Hard Times28:03 -- The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension55:12 --  After Hours1.22:51 -- Contact information1.24:28 -- Awards and rankings2.20:44 -- Future business2:28:47 -- Outro, and outtakesHey! Be sure to watch Duel, White Line Fever, and Every Which Way But Loose for next time!Hey! Leave us a voicemail at (801) 896-4542!Hey! Hear The Cultworthy!Hey! Hear In Memoriam!Hey! The Last Stand of Yakov Smirnoff!Hey! Subscribe in iTunes!Hey! Check out the Facebook page and vote on the next category!Hey! Check out Jon's YM&T Letterboxd list!Hey! Check out Roy's YM&T Letterboxd list!Hey! Email us at yoursminetheirspodcast@gmail.com! Send new topics! Send new theme songs!Download here!

Young couple, Anna Crowley (Shelley Long) and Walter Fielding (Tom Hanks) are deeply in love and have been spending their honeymoon period in bed at Anna's luxury apartment. Unfortunately for them, the apartment belongs to Anna's ex husband, maestro Max (Alexander Godunov) who sends Yakov Smirnoff to evict them. NYC housing being tough, the lovers decide to pool resources and buy a beautiful old estate in the country that quickly becomes The Money Pit - this time on Doom Generation! Support this show at patreon.com/doomgeneration --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/doomgeneration/message

Tonight at 8:30 pm CST, on the Flyover Conservatives show we are tackling the most important things going on RIGHT NOW from a Conservative Christian perspective! TO WATCH ALL FLYOVER CONSERVATIVES SHOWS -https://banned.video/playlist/61e636f26959067dbbfa11bfJason ScoopYOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@JasonScoopComedyCAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/jasonscoopcomedy To Schedule A Time To Talk To Dr. Dr. Kirk Elliott Go To ▶ https://flyovergold.com Or Call 720-605-3900 Yakov Smirnoff (PragerU): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4qfum5vc4EwSPONSORS FOR TODAY'S VIDEO► ReAwaken America- text the word EVENTS to 40509(Message and data rates may apply. Terms/privacy: 40509-info.com)► Kirk Elliott PHD - http://FlyoverGold.com ► My Pillow - https://MyPillow.com/Flyover► Z-Stack - https://flyoverhealth.com ► Dr. Jason Dean (BraveTV) - https://parakiller.com Want to help spread the Wake Up • Speak Up • Show Up -https://shop.flyoverconservatives.com/-------------------------------------------Follow our Social Media so we can be best friends

Starting comedy in Atlanta, GA and now based in Los Angeles, Neel has performed all over the country with some of comedies' biggest acts. Neel has most recently performed stand up on ABC's JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE & has acted and performed on COMEDY CENTRAL's ADAM DEVINE'S HOUSE PARTY. In 2018 he was a featured comedian on AMAZON PRIME'S INSIDE JOKE with Asif Ali. Neel has also made notable appearances on MTV and on IFC's GARKUNKEL AND OATES SHOW. Other networks where you can catch his stand up comedy include HULU's COMING TO THE STAGE, & several episodes of the series FLOPHOUSE for VICELAND directed by Lance Bangs. Neel recently featured at Bridgetown Comedy Festival in Portland, the Laughing Skull Festival in Atlanta and was the runner up for the Westside Stand Up Showdown (2015) in Los Angeles. Aside from just performing standup, he currently produces a few shows in LA including "Unnecessary Evil" at the Westside Comedy Theater, which was recently named one of LA Weekly's top 10 stand up shows. You can catch Neel every week at his show on the Westside where he has shared the stage with comedians like Hannibal Buress, Demetri Martin, Laura Kightlinger, and even Yakov Smirnoff. Thank you for watching and, if you enjoyed this, please consider liking, commenting, and subscribing to the channel.

The Ike Wingate Morning Show includes:Impressions of Yakov Smirnoff and Aaron NevilleWorld's Biggest PizzaLittle girls wants to test for Santa DNA on cookiesCafeteria lady selling weed browniesWild turkey terrorizes neighborhoodTurpentine Creek in Eureka Springs rescues African catBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREE Support the Show.

Yakov Smirnoff delivers some of his best material in this hilarious stand-up comedy special. Audiences have been enjoying his unique brand of comedy for over 25 years, and you'll see why in this side-splitting special! 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

Victoria Henley chats with world-renowned Ukrainian -American comedian, Yakov Smirnoff, about escaping the Soviet Union for a better life in America, why patriotism doesn't have to be political, the unifying power of laughter, working in film and television alongside Meryl Streep, Robin Williams, and Jerry Seinfeld, helping bring down the Berlin Wall, and the #1 reason he will never run for President.

For this weeks "Bonus" show, I am sharing a 1984 TV News interview with lots of jokes; Yakov Smirnoff was headlining my comedy club and had this short interview on KCRA #3 Noon News.  He puts in lots of jokes, and it is a fun short interview promoting his appearance at Laughs Unlimited. Enjoy!Hosted by: R. Scott EdwardsSupport the showwww.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.comhttps://www.facebook.com/scottscomedystuffWrite a Review: in-depth walkthrough for leaving a review.

This week we welcome back the great Bryan Quinby from Street Fight Radio and The P.O.D.cast as the show travels to Branson in Abe Simpson's quest for love. We discuss seniors driving, buying clothes to prove you've been somewhere, the price of Yakov Smirnoff tickets, and a whole lot about the XFL. Plus a ton more in this discussion of the elderly from 2002 in this week's podcast! Support this podcast and get dozens of bonus episodes by visiting Patreon.com/TalkingSimpsons and becoming a patron! And please follow the official Twitter, @TalkSimpsonsPod!

Julie Roginsky has one of the most unique stories in politics…as a 6-year old, she and her family flee their homeland in the Soviet Union to make their way to the Bronx…she's drawn to campaigns and spends 20+ years in the trenches in New Jersey politics…she enters the world of cable news, working for 10 years as a Democratic voice on Fox News…ultimately leaving Fox after suing the network and chief Roger Ailes for sexual harassment…and starts Lift Our Voices with former Fox News colleague Gretchen Carlson to eliminate NDAs and other silencing mechanism that protect harassment in the workplace. This is a wide-ranging conversation that covers Julie's fascinating life, time in campaign politics, and the important work she's doing now.IN THIS EPISODE…The story behind Julie and her parents escaping their native USSR…Early memories of a 6-year old Soviet refugee growing up in NYC…Julie campaigns for a presidential candidate as an 11-year old…Julie changes her professional sights from foreign service to political campaigns…Julie's brief excursion working for the UK Labour Party in London…Julie's first New Jersey race and her NJ Politics 101 after 20+ years in state politics…Julie mines her years as a communications expert to offer some comms best practices…The story behind Julie's years as a political commentator on Fox News…Julie addresses her departure from Fox News & the sexual harassment she filed against  Fox News and Roger Ailes…Julie starts Lift Our Voices with Gretchen Carlson to eliminate workplace NDAs that protect workplace harassment…Julie on the changing advice she gives to young people working in politics…Julie's advice on how campaigns can protect proprietary information while not enabling a toxic workplace...AND…the 6 Train, Madeline Albright, Bombshell, George W. Bush, CNBC, Mary Beth Cahill, Gretchen Carlson, Chris Christie, Jon Corzine, Crayola, the deficit, distant cousins, economic sclerosis, EMILYs List, the Food Network, glasnost, Bernie Goetz, Mikhail Gorbachev, gulags, heroin alley, the Hotel Greystone, internecine primaries, the Iron Curtain, the Iron Sheik, JFK airport, Jersey girls, Jeane Kirkpatrick, Lenin, John Major, Walter Mondale, Rupert Murdoch, Northampton County, Frank Pallone, Perkins Coie, Zelda Perkins, Ronald Reagan, refuseniks, Condoleezza Rice, Susan Rice, Rutgers University, self-censorship, Yakov Smirnoff, Stalin, the Statue of Liberty, The Tea Party, Margaret Thatcher, Donald Trump, the WWF, Harvey Weinstein, Christine Todd Whitman & more!

No kidding, I have put together live stage recordings from three of the best standup comics you should have heard of. First, from 1983, Dana Carvey doing material that is familiar, yet years before he was on Saturday Night Live. Next is famous Russian Comic Yakov Smirnoff from when he opened for Jerry Seinfeld in 1980. Yakov went on to a tremendous career and is still performing today! Closing we have from that same week, Jerry Seinfeld, as a fresh young comic just out from New York. He too went of to fame & fortune; but years after this live performance. You will enjoy the material just as much now, as the audiences did back then. I am proud that these young guys worked my stages....enjoy!Hosted by: R. Scott EdwardsSupport the show

This is a fun one, a live recording of our 1983 New Years show. In those days we packed the show with amazing talent, and this show had Lois Bromfield, currently living in Germany; but who back then was a funny comedienne. She went on to write for and act on the "Rosanne" show. She also famously came out on the "Arsenio Hall Show" in 1992. Very funny and a bit dirty...Ha! Also on this New Years show was Famous Russian Comic Yakov Smirnoff. He went on to fame and fortune as a writer for Ronald Reagan, movies like "Moscow on the Hudson" w/Robin Williams, "Brewster's Millions" w/Robin Williams, and "The Money Pit" w/Tom Hanks. He still performs out of his own theater in Branson Mo. and consults using his PHD in psychology. As an added bonus, there is a short radio promo Bob and I did for radio from the early 80's...Enjoy!Hosted by:R. Scott EdwardsShort intro to introduce a new podcastSupport the show

This is a fun one, a live recording of our 1983 New Years show. In those days we packed the show with amazing talent, and this show had Lois Bromfield, currently living in Germany; but who back then was a funny comedienne. She went on to write for and act on the "Rosanne" show. She also famously came out on the "Arsenio Hall Show" in 1992. Very funny and a bit dirty...Ha! Also on this New Years show was Famous Russian Comic Yakov Smirnoff. He went on to fame and fortune as a writer for Ronald Reagan, movies like "Moscow on the Hudson" w/Robin Williams, "Brewster's Millions" w/Robin Williams, and "The Money Pit" w/Tom Hanks. He still performs out of his own theater in Branson Mo. and consults using his PHD in psychology. As an added bonus, there is a short radio promo Bob and I did for radio from the early 80's...Enjoy!Hosted by:R. Scott EdwardsShort intro to introduce a new podcastSupport the show

This week we welcome The Blues Brothers! Clint Nievar takes the role of Jake Blues head on with all the fierceness and intensity of the original man himself. Clint is a 17 year veteran of the business with formal training in singing, acting, and dancing. Hailing from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma where he took ballet, tap, and jazz lessons since the age of 14 and moving to the Branson area straight out of high-school in 2001. He has graced the stage of many legendary shows in town including The WELK Show and Stuck on the 70's show. Later in his career Clint was hired at Silver Dollar City where he worked for 12 years in productions such as A Dickens Christmas Carol, Echo Hollow, The Silver Dollar Saloon, and finished his run with the company with Its a Wonderful Life. Clint has also worked alongside Debbie Boone, Jerry Van Dike, Ed McMann and even had the chance to be side kick comedian to the one and only Yakov Smirnoff for whom he wrote comedy for over two years. Originally from Auburn Indiana, Justin is no stranger to the Branson stage. He has performed in numerous fan favorite shows over the years such as: The 12 Irish Tenors, Shake Rattle and Roll, Magnificent 7 Variety Show, Broadway the Star Spangled Celebration, A Dickens Christmas Carol, Christmas Wonderland and others. Other credits include being a featured vocalist for Carnival Cruise Lines and Oceana Cruise Lines throughout the world. Justin is also Co-Producer and Co-Owner of the award winning show “Forever Young,” which is currently touring the country and being performed on cruise ships around the globe. Justin is ecstatic for the opportunity to step into the role of Elwood Blues for Legends in Concert alongside his longtime friend Clint Nievar as Jake Blues. Legends in Concert is located along the famous 76 Strip and has been a part of the Branson entertainment scene over two decades. Two power-packed hours of fabulous entertainment awaits you! This world famous live tribute show features an amazing cast of all-star entertainers assembled on one stage in one of the most sought after productions in the world. Don't miss out on this extravagant concert in Branson. To order tickets or for more information call the Dick Clark American Bandstand Box Office: 417-339-3003 or visit www.LegendsInConcert/ Branson.

The aftermath of the McCartney birthday bash weighs heavy on Comstock.Written and produced by Mr Kurt Nielsen - 2022 All rights reserved.

Comedian Greg Berman (@bermancomedy) joins Andy, Matt and Jesse to discuss Greg's recent motorcycle accident, his meditation podcast, Yakov Smirnoff, Chinese action hero Kevin Lee, Twitter news, detecting aphantasia by looking at pupils, the lack of reliability of brain scan studies, and making Uranus a priority.

 Fun with - R. Scott Edwards:Started his first company at age 17, and at 24—in 1980—opened Laughs Unlimited, just the 12th full time comedy club in the entire United States. Scott was fortunate to fall in with comedy greats like Bob Saget, Dave Coulier, Garry Shandling, and many others who helped him develop an extremely successful chain of comedy clubs in Northern California. In turn, he helped develop talents like Paula Poundstone, Brian Posehn, and Dana Carvey, and enjoyed working with icons like Graham Chapman of Monty Python, Pat Paulsen, Soupy Sales, and Tommy Chong.Scott knows comedy performance and production, having produced three TV series, a number of large concerts, and thousands of live comedy stage shows.Now Scott is sharing what he's learned through his books, interactive online courses, podcast, and video archive. Listen and enjoy the experiences and stories about talent from all the greats, from Ellen and Yakov Smirnoff to Paul Reiser and Seinfeld—and even the amazing Robin Williams!