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Why Aren't You More Famous? with Adam MitraniClaire SiemietkowskiComedian and friend Claire Siemietkowski joins the pod to talk about getting introduced to standup as an adult, not fitting in with comedy or theater nerds, and her past life as an athlete. Apologies to the listener for any audio issues on this one. I did my best to fix it but I'm only human. One day, I'll have a robot producer and there will be no more audio issues.Theme music by Isaac Lewis (@_isaac_lewis_)Artwork by Xavier Maurice (@xaviermaurice_)Hosted, edited and produced by Adam Mitrani (@amitrani)
2026-02-201h 00Why Aren't You More Famous? with Adam MitraniAlaina BamfieldAlaina Bamfield joins the podcast to talk about growing up in Lansing, Michigan, opening for Sam Tallent, and making comedy out of trauma.Alaina is a very funny comic who is releasing her first special "Untouchable" Later this year. You can follow her on social media: @alainabamfieldTheme music by Isaac Lewis (@_isaac_lewis_)Artwork by Xavier Maurice (@xaviermaurice_)Hosted, edited and produced by Adam Mitrani (@amitrani)Recorded at the Podcast Studio at P&T Knitwear
2026-02-131h 13Why Aren't You More Famous? with Adam MitraniCOULOUMulti-instrumentalist, producer, dj, singer/songrwiter, and trumpet meditation expert Aaron Alcouloumre aka COULOU stops by the studio to reminisce on our time living together, discuss why vinyl is better than digital (it's not the sound quality!) and talk about his wide range of musical influences - from Russian composers to soundcloud rap!You can follow COULOU on social media: @coulou__and subscribe to his YouTube channel where he regularly posts beautiful trumpet meditations: https://www.youtube.com/@coulou__You can also listen to his music on all streaming platforms. Just...
2026-02-061h 08Why Aren't You More Famous? with Adam MitraniWilfred PaduaWilfred Padua joins the pod to talk about growing up Filipino in Seattle, breakdancing, meeting his future wife at a comedy show, and so much more! Follow Wilfred on social media: @wilfredpaduaArtwork by Xavier Maurice (@xaviermaurice_)Theme music by Isaac Lewis (@_isaac_lewis_)Hosted, edited, and produced by Adam Mitrani (@amitrani)Recorded at the Podcast Studio at P&T Knitwear
2026-01-231h 08Why Aren't You More Famous? with Adam MitraniEli RufferComedian, musician, and former chemist Eli Ruffer joins the pod to talk about anxiety, books, creating a persona, comedy songs, his hatred of being online, and the viral success he found with his song "White Guy In a Kimono"I had to pee before we started recording, so the first 4 minutes are an Eli solo pod.Follow Eli on social media @elircomedyTheme music by Isaac Lewis (@_isaac_lewis_)Artwork by Xavier Maurice (@xaviermaurice_)Hosted, edited and produced by Adam Mitrani (@amitrani)Recorded at the Podcast Studio...
2026-01-161h 11Why Aren't You More Famous? with Adam MitraniHelen DriesenDenver-based comedian and musician Helen Driesen stops by the studio for a fun and free flowing conversation. We talk about the differences between New York and Denver, transitioning from music to comedy, creative inspirations, and more!Follow Helen on social media @who_the_heck_is_hel and check out her music on spotify, apple music, or wherever else you listen to things!Artwork by Xavier Maurice (@xaviermaurice_)Theme music by Isaac Lewis (@_isaac_lewis_)Hosted, edited and produced by Adam Mitrani (@amitrani)Recorded...
2026-01-091h 20Why Aren't You More Famous? with Adam MitraniJeremy KaplowitzComedian and podcaster Jeremy Kaplowitz joins the pod to talk about starting standup in college, being a stay at home husband, having his comedy used in a court case, and more!Jeremy is a very funny standup comedian with multiple viral videos, including a Schtick or Treat parody of Jerry Seinfeld and an Abolish Everything set where he proclaims "Jews, we need to stop comparing ourselves to goblins"Jeremy is one of the hosts of the hilarious podcast Quorators and creator of the short-lived web series The Hamlet Factory. You can follow...
2026-01-021h 25Why Aren't You More Famous? with Adam MitraniChristopher IsaacsonChristopher Isaacson joins the pod to talk about social media success, OCD, fear of death, making friends on the internet, creative pursuits in high school, and more! (including why he isn't more famous)You can follow Christopher on social media: @chillcuteboyHe's one of the funniest folks you'll find on the internet.See his live show Bodega Comedy (@bodega_comedy) and watch his series Strange Goods (@strangegoods_show)Artwork by Xavier Maurice (@xaviermaurice_)Theme music by Isaac Lewis (@_isaac_lewis_)Hosted, edited and produced by Adam Mitrani...
2025-12-261h 12Why Aren't You More Famous? with Adam MitraniWill AbelesNashville based comic Will Abeles joins the pod today! You can see Will at The Second City in New York this Saturday at 4pm!Will and I talk about starting standup in college, the pros and cons of living in New York, best comedy scenes in the country, studying film and wishing we were musically talented.Get tickets to Will's Second City show here: https://www.secondcity.com/shows/new-york/will-abeles-subaru-chic-nycFollow Will on social media: @willabelescomedyTheme music...
2025-12-191h 18Why Aren't You More Famous? with Adam MitraniJoel WalkowskiCHICAGO! COME SEE ME DO A HALF HOUR ON SUNDAY DECEMBER 14! https://link.dice.fm/g67d943171f6Joel Walkowski-ski-ski joins the pod to talk about commodifying grief, playing basketball with Adam Sandler, and being addicted to the bit.We also talk about Joel's strange childhood in Detroit, his life as a film prodigy turned street performer turned standup comedian turned author, and how he overcame a year filled with grief, divorce and getting hit by a bus!You can pre-order Joel's book Honolulu Blues here:https://www.simonandschuster.com/books...
2025-12-121h 02Why Aren't You More Famous? with Adam MitraniBlake FreemanMini Episode! Due to some technical difficulties, the first hour of my conversation with Blake was lost to the sands of time. Enjoy a short conversation with one of Australia's funniest citizens. Blake talks about his inability to remember famous people and shares a story about a time he may or may not have told Lorne Michaels it was "past his bedtime"Follow Blake on social media: @blakefreemancomedyTheme music by Isaac Lewis (@_isaac_lewis_)Artwork by Xavier Maurice (@xaviermaurice_)Hosted, edited and produced by...
2025-12-0521 minWhy Aren't You More Famous? with Adam MitraniJames and IbhanGood friends James Azzaretti and Ibhan Kulkarni stop by the studio for this special episode. It's more of a riff fest than a traditional interview, but we still into the nitty gritty of why they're not more famous at the end.James and Ibhan individually are great standup comics who perform all around New York, and as a duo they create some of the best short form comedy on the internet. Listen to their radio show Sundays at 11 on radiofreebrooklyn.com and follow them on social media:James: @snazzarettiIbhan...
2025-11-281h 09Why Aren't You More Famous? with Adam MitraniAnthony DevitoOne of the best comics in the game joins the pod today!Anthony Devito sits down to talk about his new special, his past life as an architect, growing up in North Jersey, and why he isn't more famous! We also get into our failures at the most recent "Big Walkowski" where I assembled a poorly constructed team and Anthony became the first ever "DNP - Player's Decision"You can watch Anthony's newest special: Straight Hoopin on YouTube now!https://youtu.be/I4uTvSfRNRs?si=smgfzzfWRpC-k_d9He also has a...
2025-11-211h 10Why Aren't You More Famous? with Adam MitraniMark LittleMark Little joins the pod to talk about growing up in Canada, overcoming imposter syndrome, the terrors of artificial intelligence, and more! We also get into some good movie talk at the end of the movie and had some disagreements about Bong Joon Ho. Mark is an incredible standup comic and improviser who can be seen performing all around New York and all over the internet. Follow him on social media @marklittle_good and listen to his podcast Caveman Need KnowTheme music by Isaac Lewis (@_isaac_lewis_)Artwork by Xavier...
2025-11-131h 13Why Aren't You More Famous? with Adam MitraniLiam WelshLiam Welsh is a standup and sketch comedian who is also my roommate. I first met Liam at an open mic in Burlington, Vermont in 2018 and since then he's become one of my closest friends and collaborators. Liam and I have a great chat about his childhood in Vermont, earliest creative endeavors and what it's like making art in the age of social media. You can follow Liam on social media @liampwelsh and see his live show at The Rat NYC on December 18th! https://www.theratnyc.com/event-details/an-unforgettable-hour-a-live-comedy-experience
2025-11-071h 02Why Aren't You More Famous? with Adam MitraniCooper KimCooper Kim joins the program to talk about growing up in the Bay Area, having anger problems as a child, comedic influences and grief.Cooper is a very funny standup comedian. You can follow him on social media @koo.perkim and see him perform all around New York CityArtwork by Xavier Maurice (@xaviermaurice_)Theme music by Isaac Lewis (@_isaac_lewis_)Hosted, edited and produced by Adam Mitrani (@amitrani)
2025-10-171h 01Why Aren't You More Famous? with Adam MitraniJim TewsIf you listened to the podcast Cumtown, you may recognize the name Jim Tews from the iconic bit "Cruisin' Joe List"https://youtu.be/Q4dUakk8sFk?si=hkjJJh3PgIPPaRYdJim shares his side of that story here, and also talks about meeting Chris Rock, starting standup while in the coast guard, being managed by his wife, the downfall of Comedy Central, and bombing at New Faces.Jim is a hilarious comic and great animator, you can watch his new special "With Pictures" on his YouTube channelhttps://youtu.be/MIrOEshft5...
2025-09-261h 07Why Aren't You More Famous? with Adam MitraniMeredith DietzComedy triple threat alert! Standup comedian, improv performer and satire writer Meredith Dietz joins the pod to talk about growing up in rural Pennsylvania, going to an all girls high school, running marathons, German humor, and being responsible for her parents' divorce (just kidding about that last one).Meredith is a quick witted joke writer and really cracks me up on this one. A lot of laughs were had!Follow Meredith on social media @dietz.mArtwork by Xavier Maurice (@xaviermaurice_)Theme...
2025-09-121h 03Why Aren't You More Famous? with Adam MitraniAlex LaMy new friend Alex La joins the pod to talk about traveling, dating older women, and getting back into comedy after taking a 3 year hiatus. Follow Alex on social media at @alextrlaTheme music by Isaac Lewis (@_isaac_lewis_)Artwork by Xavier Maurice (@xaviermaurice_)Hosted, edited, and produced by Adam Mitrani (@amitrani)Recorded at the podcast studio at P&T Knitwear
2025-08-221h 12Why Aren't You More Famous? with Adam MitraniSam EvansThe Sweet Baby Boy himself! Sam Evans joins the podcast to talk about starting comedy in Cincinnati, bombing at JFL, middle school insecurities, dating comics, and more!Sam Evans is a great comic whose debut special will be releasing this fall! You can listen to his album Sweet Baby Boy on all streaming platforms! And follow him on social media @reallysamevansArtwork by Xavier Maurice (@xaviermaurice_)Theme music by Isaac Lewis (@_isaac_lewis_)Hosted, edited, and produced by Adam Mitrani (@amitrani)Recorded at...
2025-08-151h 00Why Aren't You More Famous? with Adam MitraniRyan CiecwiszRyan Ciecwisz joins the pod to talk about his love of Adam Sandler, pretentious film, New Jersey roots, first time doing standup in a library, and more!I've known Ryan for a few years, seen him around the Brooklyn comedy scene and always admired his creativity onstage. Seeing the amount of things we have in common, from our recent breakups, past lives as film majors, current occupation as barista and our love of Bob Dylan, it's shocking we haven't become better friends. Please enjoy this audio record of the longest conversation we've ever had without mentioning Bob...
2025-08-081h 07Why Aren't You More Famous? with Adam MitraniMia WilsonMia Wilson joins the podcast to talk about transitioning from music to comedy, being married to a rabbi, performing in front of Reggie Watts and Robert Pattinson, and more!You can follow Mia on social media @miawilsoncomedy and go to her website miawilsoncomedy.com to check out upcoming shows. You can follow Mia's lovable lunatic of a dog @babkawhoodle on instagram too!Theme music by Isaac Lewis (@_isaac_lewis_)Artwork by Xavier Maurice (@xaviermaurice_)Hosted, edited and produced by Adam...
2025-07-111h 26Why Aren't You More Famous? with Adam MitraniCorey TindallCorey Tindall joins the pod to talk about his comedic influences, growing up in Michigan as a child of divorce, love languages, why he became a fan of metal and also why isn't he more famous?Corey shares his theories on why every comic's best album is their second and I share my theory on why the 1970s is the best decade of music.Follow Corey on Instagram: @coreytcomedyEdited by Jonny Leonidas (@jonnyleonidas)Theme music by Isaac Lewis (@_isaac_lewis_)Artwork by...
2025-06-271h 00Why Aren't You More Famous? with Adam MitraniSteven RogersFresh off the release of his new special "Half of We" (YouTube), Steven Rogers joins the pod today to talk about his interesting career. Steve regularly opens for big name comics like Nate Bargatze, Tom Papa, and Brian Regan and tours around the country headlining clubs on his own, but he still chooses to do open mics and bar shows every time he's home in New York City. Why? Simply because he loves comedy and wants to be as good as he can be at it.Steve and I process our recent breakups together...
2025-06-131h 27Why Aren't You More Famous? with Adam MitraniOvrkast.Ovrkast. is a rapper and producer from Oakland, CA.On this episode, we talk about Ovrkast.'s origins and influences, his time working at the library in Oakland before "making it big" by producing beats for Earl Sweatshirt and Drake. We also discuss the Kendrick/Drake beef, nerd out over hip hop, and bond over being introduced to Eminem by our older brothers.Ovrkast.'s second album "While The Iron Is Hot" is out now and can be streamed everywhere.Watch his video "I'm...
2025-05-301h 16Why Aren't You More Famous? with Adam MitraniMyq KaplanMyq Kaplan is a true comedy veteran. He's been performing standup for over 20 years and has been seen on every late night show, Comedy Central, Louie, Comedy Bang Bang, America's Got Talent, and so much more!Myq Kaplan is by all metrics a VERY succesful comedian, but he's not famous. Why isn't he more famous? Short answer: he doesn't want to be.On this episode, we talk about Myq's childhood, his love of Mitch Hedberg, flying on a private plane while opening for Louis C.K. and more!Follow Myq on social media...
2025-05-161h 26Why Aren't You More Famous? with Adam MitraniMax HigginsMax Higgins is a standup comedian, musician, talk show host and FRIEND!Max joins the pod to talk about his unusual childhood, discovering himself as a comedian while coming out as trans, Phish, Vermont, Club Penguin, and more!You can see Max's solo show "The Underdog" at the Rat NYC next Friday, May 16th.https://www.eventbrite.com/e/max-murphy-higgins-the-underdog-tickets-1261940591279He also hosts "Talk Show with Max Higgins" at Caveat and co-hosts "Friendly's Comedy" with friend of the pod Carson OlshanskyFollow Max...
2025-05-091h 19Why Aren't You More Famous? with Adam MitraniCarson OlshanskyCarson Olshansky became a niche internet micro celebrity in 2022 after posting some of their jokes on TikTok... but three years before that, in 2019, they took an improv class at the Brooklyn Comedy Collective, where they became friends with me!On this episode, we discuss their childhood in Brooklyn, following in both their parents' creative footsteps, and how they discovered their trans identity during a global pandemic.Carson co-hosts the monthly show Friendly's Comedy at C'mon Everybody in BrooklynSUBSCRIBE to Carson's SubStack Review Mode...
2025-04-1851 minWhy Aren't You More Famous? with Adam MitraniMartin UrbanoMartin Urbano (This Fool! Fallon! Kimmel! Comedy Central!) joins the pod to talk about growing up in Texas, odd jobs he's worked, his brief stint writing for Jimmy Fallon and more!Martin has a hilarious special available on YouTube called "Apology Comeback Special"Watch it here: https://youtu.be/U66yQzov2to?si=p8HIA-nTWaLKzYmjArtwork by Xavier MauriceTheme music by Isaac LewisHosted, Produced, and Edited by Adam MitraniRecorded at the Podcast Studio at P&T Knitwear
2025-04-111h 04Why Aren't You More Famous? with Adam MitraniMax FineRecorded over a year ago, this is the second episode I ever recorded for the podcast. We talk about Max's origins in Atlanta, being a southern Jew, his struggles with addiction, and friendship with the late great Kenny Deforest.We also talk NBA a little bit, this is from over a year ago so some of our takes are a bit dated.Artwork by Xavier MauriceTheme Music by Isaac LewisProduced, edited and hosted by Adam Mitrani
2025-04-041h 30Why Aren't You More Famous? with Adam MitraniHayden ArringtonHayden Arrington joins the pod to talk about starting comedy in DC, growing up in the south, doing MMA in secret and more!Hayden hosts Man on the Mat for Inside Fighting and performs standup comedy in Brooklyn.Artwork by Xavier MauriceTheme music by Isaac LewisHosted, edited and produced by Adam MitraniRecorded in my apartment
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Why Aren't You More Famous? with Adam MitraniTommy BayerTommy Bayer joins the pod to talk about his artsy midwest family, leaving the country for the first time at 27, comedic influences and basketball!We recorded this days after the infamous Luka Dončić trade so we spent a decent amount of time talking about that.You can follow Tommy on social media: @tommybayertimeArtwork by Xavier MauriceTheme music by Isaac LewisHosted, produced and edited by Adam MitraniRecorded at P&T Knitwear Podcast Studio...
2025-03-211h 19Why Aren't You More Famous? with Adam MitraniHenry SirThis was a really fun episode with a lot of great conversations.Henry Sir (Comedy Central! Don't Tell! Mr. Sir!) joins the pod to talk about the differences between the US and Canada, being a former college athlete, and the state of comedy and the world today. Are we living through America's swan song?We also get into it about our shared connection as members of the dead brother's club. Henry's brother, Ben died at 38 and my brother, Reuben died at 20. We talk about how experiencing that type of loss can change...
2025-03-141h 29Why Aren't You More Famous? with Adam MitraniBrittany CarneyBrittany Carney (That Damn Michael Che! Don't Tell! Comedy Central!) joins the pod for a short chat about her origins in the DC standup scene, love of British comedy, and Brandon Wardell's age.Produced by Sy Schimberg and Adam MitraniTheme music by Isaac LewisCover art by Xavier MauriceEdited and hosted by Adam MitraniRecorded at the Podcast Studio at P&T KnitwearYou can follow Brittany on instagram @brittany.goblin.carneyand watch her special "That's...
2025-03-0721 minWhy Aren't You More Famous? with Adam MitraniCarl SonnefeldOne of the first "test episodes" we recorded. It was too fun to not release. Carl Sonnefeld is one of my first friends in comedy. We sat down in the basement of a beautiful apartment where I was dog sitting to talk about Vermont, hiking the Appalachian trail, and his brief college football career.Theme music by Isaac LewisCover Art by Xavier MauriceProduced, edited and hosted by Adam Mitrani
2025-02-2838 minWhy Aren't You More Famous? with Adam MitraniLiz GlazerLiz Glazer (Comedy! Don't Tell! Nateland! A Very Particular Experience!) joins the pod to talk about her transition from law to comedy; the one woman show she performed after doing standup for three weeks; and the perfect night of comedy in New Jersey.Theme music by Isaac LewisArtwork by Xavier MauriceEdited, hosted and produced by Adam MitraniInstagram:@lizglazer@amitrani@whyarentyoumorefamous
2025-02-211h 06Why Aren't You More Famous? with Adam MitraniCarmen LagalaCarmen Lagala (Comedy! Sweet Batch! In Cahoots! Colbert!) joins the pod to talk about growing up in Vermont, overcoming stage fright, probably having ADHD, and more! You can stream Carmen's debut special "Sweet Batch" which has over 100k views on YouTube and listen to her podcast "In Cahoots." Follow her on instagram @carmstagrams.Theme music by Isaac LewisCover art by Xavier MauriceRecorded in the In Cahoots studio courtesy of Carmen Lagala and Corey TindallHosted, produced and edited by Adam Mitrani
2025-02-1456 minWhy Aren't You More Famous? with Adam MitraniAdam MamawalaAdam Mamawala (Comedy!) joins the pod to talk about opening for Dane Cook, origins in standup, performing at colleges, and answer the question on everyone's mind: why isn't he more famous?????Follow him on instagram: @adammamawalaTheme music by Isaac LewisCover art by Xavier MauriceRecorded at P&T Knitwear Podcast StudioHosted, produced and edited by Adam Mitrani
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