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Comedy WhamWillie MaccRead the article at comedywham.com Episode #357 2025 Moontower Comedy Festival Series Willie Macc talks with Valerie Lopez about His kickstart into comedy due to an on set conversation with Bernie Mac Being a successful commercial and TV actor Roses and their thorns The tale of lost notebook Recorded April 2025 Follow Willie Website - williemacc.com Instagram - @williemacc TikTok - @williemacc Facebook - Facebook.com/imwilliemacc Youtube - Youtube.com/@williemacc Linktree - linktr.ee/williemacc Willie can be seen and heard: America's Got Talent Season 20 (debut May 27, 2025) Specia...
2025-05-191h 06
Comedy WhamMohanad ElshiekyRead the article at comedywham.com Episode #355 2025 Moontower Comedy Festival Series Mohanad Elshieky with Valerie Lopez about How 6 weeks for a summer school program turned into a new life in America Geeking out Wait! Wait! Don't Tell Me! On being a newlywed and 5-time cat parent His newest podcast You Could Do That on Television Recorded April 2025 during Moontower Comedy Festival Follow Mohanad Website - mohanadelshieky.com Instagram - @mohanad.elshieky TikTok - @mohanad.elshieky91 Facebook - Facebook.com/MohanadElshieky91 Youtube - Youtube.com/@MohanadElshieky Linktree - linktr.ee/mohanad.elshieky Mohanad can be seen...
2025-05-0451 min
Comedy WhamJackie KashianRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #354 2025 Moontower Comedy Festival Series Jackie Kashian talks with Valerie Lopez about Forming a strong friendship with Laurie Kilmartin via the Jackie and Laurie Show Stoking her natural curiosity through the Dork Forest Being a road warrior Politics and the art of blocking trolls Recorded April 2025 during Moontower Comedy Festival Follow Jackie Website - jackiekashian.com Instagram - @jackiekashian Facebook - Facebook.com/jackie.kashian Youtube - Youtube.com/user/Jackie_Kashian Jackie can be seen and heard: Specials Latest Special: Looking Back Stay-Kashian Comedy Central Present...
2025-04-2844 min
Comedy WhamLiz Splatt2025 Moontower Comedy Festival Series Read the article at comedywham Episode #353 Liz Splatt talks with Valerie Lopez about Her secret to success (not knowing) The vital importance of self-expression Being part of the inaugural door guy class of performers at Comedy Mothership Falafel and her 2024 Cap City Comedy Club FPIA win Her 2025 Moontower Comedy Festival debut Recorded March 2025 at Fallout Theater Podcast Studio Follow Liz Linktree - linktr.ee/coveredinliz TikTok - @coveredinliz YouTube - youtube.com/@coveredinliz Absolute Show - youtube.com/@absoluteshowatx Instagram - @coveredinliz Absolute Show - @absoluteshowatx Facebook - facebook...
2025-04-071h 10
Comedy WhamConnor Nutt2025 Moontower Comedy Festival Series Read the article at comedywham.com Episode #352 Connor Nutt talks with Valerie Lopez about Turning his musical obsession into comedy Walking away from the corporate grind Suiting up to launch Dressed to Kill Comedy His 2025 Moontower Comedy Festival debut Recorded March 2025 at Fallout Theater Podcast Studio Follow Connor Linktree Dressed to Kill - linktr.ee/dressedtokillcomedy YouTube - youtube.com/@connornutt Instagram - @goodguyconnor Dressed to Kill - @dressedtokillcomedy Facebook - facebook.com/connor.c.nutt Connor can be seen and heard: Dressed to Kill April 18 - Pre...
2025-03-3158 min
Comedy WhamVictor Martinez, Jr.Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #351 Victor Martinez, JR. talks with Valerie Lopez about Starting improv and standup comedy in high school after his football career ended Taking on a Texas-sized persona in Vancouver, Canada The fortunate timing (Part I) of launching The High Tonight Show in Los Angeles The fortunate timing (Part II) of moving to Austin and the longevity and success of The High Tonight Show Recorded March 2025 at Fallout Theater Podcast Studio Follow Victor Website - thehightonightshow.com Linktree - linktr.ee/Victormartinezjr The High Tonight Show - linktr.ee/high...
2025-03-2458 min
Comedy WhamJon MendozaRead the article at comedywham.com Episode #350 Jon Mendoza talks with Valerie Lopez about: Learning to lean into your personality Developing a unique comedy style Winning the 2018 Funniest Person in Austin contest How Fallout Tonight brought him back to comedy Recorded February 2025 at Fallout Theater Podcast Studio Follow Jon YouTube - youtube.com/@jdwmendoza Instagram - @azodnemnoj Fallout Tonight - @fallout_tonight Jon can be seen and heard: Fallout Tonight - 9:30pm Fridays at Fallout Theater Signing Off Podcast - every week, recorded after Fallout Tonight 2018 Cap City Com...
2025-03-1655 min
Comedy WhamRobert H MayRead the article at comedywham.com Episode #349 Robert H. May talks with Valerie Lopez about Flipping from comedy fan to student Leaning into whimsy Surviving the Youtube troll gauntlet Adopting a slow and steady approach to comedy Recorded February 2025 at Fallout Theater Podcast Studio Follow Robert Website - roughdraughtdesign.com Instagram - @robert.h.may Rough Draught Design - @roughdraughtdesign Robert can be seen and heard: Bear Arms Open Mic - Host, Thursdays, 6pm at The Creek and the Cave Guest Writer for the El Arroyo marquee sign in Austin Kill Tony - Ep...
2025-03-101h 04
Comedy WhamScott Wharton2025 Moontower Comedy Festival Series Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #348 Scott Wharton talks with Valerie Lopez about Being a prolific troublemaker Getting his comedy start in Virginia Finding home after 30 years Landing his first Moontower Comedy Festival with Dressed to Kill Recorded February 2025 at Fallout Theater Podcast Studio Follow Scott Website - Linktree - linktr.ee/thisisnotscott Dressed to Kill - linktr.ee/dressedtokillcomedy Stoney Baloney Podcast - linktr.ee/stoneybaloneypodcast TikTok - @thisisnot_scott YouTube - youtube.com/@ScottWhartonComedian Instagram - @thisisnot_scott Dressed to Kill - @dressedtokillcomedy Stoney B...
2025-03-031h 05
Comedy WhamDulce MacRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #347 Dulce talks with Valerie Lopez about How she landed in Austin Erasing trauma Her protective circle The return of Yeah Yeah Podcast Recorded February 2025 at Fallout Theater Podcast Studio Follow Dulce Linktree - linktr.ee/dulcemac TikTok - @dulcemaccomedy YouTube - youtube.com/channel/DulceMac Instagram - @dulcemac For Shameless: @shamelesscomedyatx For photography: @shotbydulcemac Facebook - facebook.com/DulceMac X - @dulcemaccomedy Do 512 - do512.com/artists/dulce-mac Dulce can be seen and heard: Yeah Yeah Podcast - relaunching March 12 Performing all over Austin Shameless - Cohost...
2025-02-2354 min
Comedy WhamIzzy BurgerRead the article at comedywham.com Episode #346 Izzy Burger talks with Valerie Lopez about An adventurous life in improv, theater, and puppetry Creating a big presence on stage Hosting Ladies Night at The Velveeta Room Her disdain for Bradley Cooper Recorded January 2025 at Fallout Theater Podcast Studio Follow Izzy Website - izzyburgercomedy.com Instagram - @danceforgrandma Izzy can be seen and heard: Ladies Night - Weekly showcase 9pm at The Velveeta Room Love Games - Comedy/Trivia/Speed Dating show Thursday February 13, 2025 Follow @ComedyWham on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, Twitch, and Tiktok ...
2025-02-1058 min
Comedy WhamJulie TalbertRead the article at comedywham.com Episode #345 Julie Talbert talks with Valerie Lopez about Learning to break out of her shell Getting her comedy start in Houston Dark comedy The current political environment for trans people Recorded January 2025 at Fallout Theater Podcast Studio Follow Julie TikTok — @cruelly_julie Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/crue…@cruelly.julie Julie can be seen and heard: Performing all around Austin Follow @ComedyWham on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, Twitch, and Tiktok If you'd like to support our independent podcast, check out our Patreon page at: Patreon.c...
2025-02-0357 min
Comedy WhamMarceline AmarisRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #344 Marceline Amaris talks with Valerie Lopez about Her early craving to be on a stage no matter what Her adventures from standup to improv to clowning Character work Dreaming about Adam Sandler Recorded January 2025 at Fallout Theater Podcast Studio Follow Marceline TikTok - @isitmarceline YouTube - youtube.com/@isitmarceline Instagram - @isitmarceline Marceline can be seen and heard: Produced Trisha (a one woman show) at Hacksfest 2024 Producing FULL SEND - January 28, 8pm at Fallout Theater Clown Night - a work in progress night for eccentric acts...
2025-01-2754 min
Comedy WhamDuncan Carson, Volume 7Read the article at comedywham.com Episode #343 Duncan Carson talks with Valerie Lopez about Yoga The continued adventures of Fallout Tonight (Fridays 9:30pm at Fallout Theater) The cathartic experience of teaching standup comedy at Fallout Theater Recorded January 2025 Follow Duncan Twitter - @aduncancarson Instagram - @aduncancarson Facebook - facebook.com/duncancarson TikTok - @duncancarson Follow Fallout Tonight Linktree - FalloutTonight.com Instagram - @fallout_tonight Follow Sure Thing Records Website - SureThingRecords.com Instagram - @surethingatx See Duncan Fallout Tonight - Weekly on Fridays, 9:30pm at Fallout...
2025-01-201h 00
Comedy WhamSymply Courtney, Volume 2Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #342 Symply Courtney talks with Valerie Lopez about His first headlining spot at The Velveeta Room on January 31 - February 1 His newest passion project R.L. Stein, a comedy music collaboration The ongoing success of his open mic and showcase at The Tiniest Bar in Texas Reflections on the passage of time as a parent Recorded January 2025 Follow Symply Website - symplyhaha.com Linktree - linktr.ee/symplycourtney Instagram - @iamsymplycourtney TikTok - @symplycourtney Youtube - youtube.com/@symplycourtney Facebook - facebook.com/IAmSymplyCourtney/ Do 512 - do512.c...
2025-01-131h 07
Comedy WhamBak, Volume 3Read the article at comedywham.com Episode #341 Bak talks with Valerie Lopez to recap 2024 and plan for 2025: Comedy Wham Milestones in 2024 - Valerie's articles with The Austin Chronicle and The Barbed Wire, the CCPP Podcast with Ellis Aych, planning New Year's Eve show at ColdTowne Theater, and Valerie judges FPIA for the first time Comedy Wham plans for 2025 - Launching new features on the website, planning a fundraiser for Austin comics, covering Moontower, and going to Skankfest Bak Milestones in 2024 - Record Play Live takes off, doing more standup outside of Austin, launching his latest show...
2025-01-021h 19
Comedy WhamBrent GillRead the article at comedywham.com Episode #340 Brent Gill talks with Valerie Lopez about A moment moons ago when Brent and Valerie geeked out about comedy in the summer of 2016 Creating new concept comedy experiences with Good Session and Hole Hecklers Opening for legends of comedy, including David Spade (who Valerie has had a secret crush on since his SNL and Tommy Boy days) The making of his debut special "Live from Gilladelphia" Recorded December 2024 Follow Brent Website - brentgillcomedy.com TikTok - @iambrentgill YouTube - youtube.com/BrentGill Instagram - @iambrentgill Face...
2024-12-231h 32
Comedy WhamNick Cox: Safety Pins & Duct TapeRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #339 Nick Cox talks with Valerie Lopez about Evolving from DIY bandmate to DIY standup comic What it's Like doing comedy in Columbia Being known as a Diaper Comic (for just a few shows, not always!) A deep dive in the differences between standup and improv Recorded November 2024 Follow Nick TikTok - @nick_cox_comedy YouTube - youtube.com/@nickcoxcomedy Instagram - @nickcoxcomedy Threads - @nickcoxcomedy Facebook - facebook.com/nicholas.alan.cox X - @nick_c_comedy Follow Good Evening News Linktree - linktr...
2024-11-251h 02
Comedy WhamJose Da'Hype: Odd Flower in BloomRead the article at comedywham.com Episode #338 Jose Da'Hype talks with Valerie Lopez about What sandwiches have to do with his style of comedy Living a life on the move Being blunt The Roast of Jose Da'Hype Recorded October 2024 Follow Jose TikTok - @josedahype YouTube - youtube.com/channel/Jose_Da'Hype Instagram - @jose_da_hype Threads - @jose_da_hype X - @Jose_DaHype Do 512 - do512.com/artists/jose-da-hype Jose can be seen and heard: Veteran's Day Comedy Showcase - November 9 Touring Nationwide 2025 - Follow Jose for all the updates King of...
2024-11-101h 17
Comedy WhamMelissa Diaz 'Splains HerselfRead the article at comedywham.com Episode #337 Melissa Diaz talks with Valerie Lopez about Her origins as a lurker who developed into an onstage comedy force Why standup comedy was a terrible choice How her love of reading turned into a new podcast and youtube project The challenges of adapting to Austin comedy audiences Recorded October 2024 Follow Melissa Website - melissadiaz.com Linktree - linktr.ee/melissadiaz4u YouTube - youtube.com/@MelissaDiaz Instagram - @melissadiaz4u Facebook - facebook.com/MelissaDiazComedy X - @meldiazcomedy OnlyFans - onlyfans.com/melissasplains Reddit - reddit.c...
2024-11-041h 16
Comedy WhamCCPP (A 10-Part Comedy Class) with Valerie Lopez & Ellis Aych: Episode 9 - Creating Your Own ShowRead the article at comedywham.com Lesson #9: Create Your own Show I wanna let you in on a little secret 🤐 ready ??? YOU. 👏🏾 CAN. 👏🏾 CREATE. 👏🏾 YOUR 👏🏾 OPPORTUNITIES. 👏🏾 That's right you little comedy slut, it's time you went for it and produced your onlyf....I mean...comedy show 😅 Create, Don't Wait! Make it Special! Do the #7 (Episode #7 - The Art of Self-Promotion, that is) Work Through the Kinks Valerie Lopez and Ellis Aych have teamed up to record a 10-part comedy class inspired by the hilarious Comedy Wham Presents episode with Ellis as guest. Each episode is a rapid fir...
2024-10-3034 min
Comedy WhamCCPP (A 10-Part Comedy Class) with Valerie Lopez & Ellis Aych) Episode 8: Get Paid (Know Your Worth)Read the article at comedywham.com Lesson #8: Get Paid (Know Your Worth) A wise philosopher once said "Cash rules everything around me C.R.E.A.M. " Whether it's Comedy or Cash, they both rule everything around me !!! Which is why it's important to understand both!!! Learn how to set boundaries and get paid for the shit you do !!!! Welcome to Episode Aych! Know the pay structure of various shows Understand your worth as a comic Talk about it!! Valerie Lopez and Ellis Aych have teamed up to r...
2024-10-2334 min
Comedy WhamSam Clark: Built to LaughRead the article at comedywham.com Episode #336 [VIDEO EPISODE] Sam Clark talks with Valerie Lopez about: His debut special, Built for Math How his accidental presidency of Harvard Student council How aforementioned presidency became the inspiration for his debut film, Fairview Dad Recorded October 2024 Follow Sam Website - https://www.theonlysamclark.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theonlysamclark/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@theonlysamclark Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@samtkd777 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/sam.clark.5895/ Vimeo - https://vimeo.com/user54525094 Sam can...
2024-10-1357 min
Comedy WhamJen Kober: Positively HickRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #335 Jen Kober talks with Valerie Lopez about Getting hooked on standup at the young age of 16 Staying positive Landing a role in Cirque du Soleil's Mad Apple Her experience recording and releasing her latest special, No Flies on Me Recorded September 2024 Follow Jen Website - JenKober.com Linktree - linktr.ee/JenKober TikTok - @jenkober YouTube - youtu.be/JenKober Instagram - @JenKober Facebook - facebook.com/jenkobercomedy X - @JenKober Jen can be seen and heard: No Flies on Me - Comedy Special...
2024-10-0756 min
Comedy WhamKe'Juan Moses: Gloves On, Jokes OutRead the article at comedywham.com Episode #334 Ke'Juan Moses talks with Valerie Lopez about Being a future spokesperson for Wichita, Kansas Lessons learned from performing across the country Nerding out on improv How Austin reminds him of home Recorded September 2024 Follow Ke'Juan TikTok - @kmojokes Youtube - youtube.com/kejuanmoses Instagram - @kmojokes X - @Kmojokes Instagram - @kmojokes Facebook - facebook.com/IAmKejuanMoses TikTok - @kmojokes Ke'Juan can be seen and heard: October 12, 2024 - The Falls, Llano October 19, 2024 - Lucy's Comedy Club, New Braunfels Follow @ComedyWham on Instagram, Facebook, You...
2024-09-301h 18
Comedy WhamCCPP (A 10-Part Comedy Class) with Valerie Lopez & Ellis Aych: Episode 4 - Know YourselfRead the article at comedywham.com Lesson #4 of 10 - Know Yourself "To thine own self be true" - William Shakespeare Yeah we fancy in this bitch !!!Who are you ? What do you wanna say ? What makes you unique ? These aren't just lame interview questions, but questions that can give your act authenticity and confidence while living in your truth. "Living in your truth "??? lol it's giving basic bitch ain't it ? 😂😂😂 Bring YOU to the stage Don't be a copycat Let yourself evolve Valerie Lopez and Ellis Aych have teamed up...
2024-09-2533 min
Comedy WhamCCPP (A 10-Part Comedy Class) with Valerie Lopez & Ellis Aych: Episode 3 - Find a MentorRead the article at comedywham.com Lesson #3 of 10 - Find a Mentor Luke had Yoda Daniel had Miyagi We had yo mama Okay that last one was I can't talk about because we signed a "non disclosure" 🙄 (
2024-09-1829 min
Comedy WhamStephanie Chiarello: Ballet to BallotsRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #333 Stephanie Chiarello talks with Valerie Lopez about Growing up challenging rules Accepting that little dreams can live where big dreams die How to survive as a non-partisan show in a state dominated by a single party The cast of talented and dedicated misfits that make Over the Lege happen Recorded September 2024 Follow Stephanie Linktree - linktr.ee/schiarello Instagram - @schiarellotx Facebook - facebook.com/stephaniechiarellocomedy Do512 - do512.com/schiarello Follow Over the Lege Website - overthelege.com Linktree - linktr...
2024-09-171h 07
Comedy WhamCCPP (A 10-Part Comedy Class) with Valerie Lopez & Ellis Aych: Episode 2 - To Write or Not to WriteRead the article at comedywham.com Lesson #2 of 10 - To Write or Not to Write Okay, we know there's more than one way to skin a cat. Everybody's got their own method, whether it's recording, writing or watching set. We don't give a damn what you do, just do something!!! What is your process? Write continuously Dealing with writer's block Valerie Lopez and Ellis Aych have teamed up to record a 10-part comedy class inspired by the hilarious Comedy Wham Presents episode with Ellis as guest. Each episode is a rapid fire 30 minutes and full of non...
2024-09-1132 min
Comedy WhamJay Light: Wrong! Game, Right TimeRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #332 Jay Light talks with Valerie Lopez about How the theme behind his debut album Good Guy with a Gun came together and the new theme behind his 2nd album (recorded on September 5, 2024) The long-brewing idea of his Wrong! A F**cked Up Game Show His fondness for reality TV shows (and not just because he writes for them) Recorded September 2024 Follow Jay Website - jaylightcomedy.com Instagram - @dietjay X - @DietJay Facebook - facebook.com/dietjay TikTok - @dietjay Youtube - youtube.com/jaylighttv Follow Wrong...
2024-09-091h 14
Comedy WhamCCPP (A 10-Part Comedy Class) with Valerie Lopez & Ellis Aych: Episode 1 - Getting StartedRead the article at comedywham.com Lesson #1 of 10 - Getting Started So, you're funny and you don't know where to start? Come hang with us, we'll show you some cool $hit. Research local open mics listings online and in person Go to different open mics Learn the mechanics of open mics Valerie Lopez and Ellis Aych have teamed up to record a 10-part comedy class inspired by the hilarious Comedy Wham Presents episode with Ellis as guest. Each episode is a rapid fire 30 minutes and full of nonsense covered in helpful pointers. Recorded July 2024 Fo...
2024-09-0433 min
Comedy WhamMatt Banwart is Ready for BattleRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #331 Matt Banwart talks with Valerie Lopez about His high school obsession with improv His launch of Roast Battle Chicago The joy he's found in taking bigger comedic swings The Ultimate Comedy Competition - his interactive comedy game and competition show Recorded July 2024 Follow Matt Website - mattbanwart.com Instagram - @matt_banwart TikTok - @mattbanwart Youtube - youtube.com/@MattBanwart Facebook - facebook.com/matt.banwart X - @MattBanwart Matt can be seen and heard: Ultimate Comedy Competition - upcoming dates on Matt's website August 28, 2024 - Ballroom...
2024-08-261h 10
Comedy WhamArielle Isaac Norman, Volume 3: Zen But AngryRead the article at ComedyWham Episode #330 Arielle Isaac Norman returns to talk with Valerie Lopez about Her appreciation for slowing things down during the pandemic Her growing interest in healthy debates and conversations through her podcast (soon to be renamed AI Norman) Challenging audience perceptions The release of her debut special, Ellen Degenderless Follow Arielle: Website - arielleisaacnorman.com Linktree - linktr.ee/oversharielle Instagram - @ellendegenderless TikTok - @AInorman Youtube - youtube.com/ArielleIsaacNorman Facebook - facebook.com/NormanArielle X - @hothannahgadsby Only Fans - onlyfans.com/ellendegenderless Do 512 - do512.com/arielle Arielle...
2024-08-211h 34
Comedy WhamSierra Katow - Funny as FuntRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #329 Sierra Katow talks with Valerie Lopez about Starting comedy at the age of 16, then pursuing it while at Harvard Her debut special Funt Being one of six comics featured in the PBS Roots of Comedy with Jesus Trejo series HBO Max's Sex Lives of College Girls Her podcast TV Chef Fantasy League Recorded July 2024 Follow Sierra Website - sierrakatow.com Linktree - linktr.ee/sierrakatow Instagram - @sierrakatow TikTok - @sierrakatow Youtube - youtube.com/@SierraKatow Facebook - facebook.com/sierrakatow Twitter - @sierrakatow Sierra can be seen...
2024-08-0555 min
Comedy WhamMycal Dédé Makes His CaseRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #328 Mycal Dédé talks with Valerie Lopez about Life as a cheerleader turned teacher turned attorney Lessons learned from the Houston comedy scene (shoutout to legend Andy Huggins) Landing in the Cap City Comedy Club FPIA Finals Top 3 on his first try The launch of his new interactive variety comedy show Mystery Vortex on August 3 at Fallout Theater Recorded June 2024 Follow Mycal Instagram - @mycaldede Youtube - youtube.com/@michaeldede Mycal can be seen and heard: Mystery Vortex - 1st Saturdays, 7pm at Fallout Theater. Chec...
2024-07-221h 00
Comedy WhamTapestry of Ellis AychRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #327 Ellis Aych talks with Valerie Lopez about Procrastinating his way into standup comedy The importance of having great mentors (shout out to Symply Courtney) Falling in with and out of the Kill Tony ecosystem Tapestries, having a fancy vocabulary, and the duality of man Recorded June 2024 Follow Ellis Linktree - linktr.ee/Ellisaych Instagram - @ellis_aych TikTok - @ellisaych Youtube - youtube.com/channel/EllisAych Facebook - facebook.com/ellis.aych Ellis can be seen and heard: The Comedy Station (SAN ANTONIO, TX) 7...
2024-07-081h 34
Comedy WhamCarolyn Kelleher & Ashley Ellis - Hype Team: 2024 ATX Sketch FestRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #325 Carolyn Kelleher (Executive Director) and Ashley Ellis (Producer) of the 2024 Austin Sketch Fest team talk with Valerie Lopez about Their favorite sketches of all time Their background as performers Breaking in sketches The 15th Annual Austin Sketch Fest featuring 150 performers from all over North America, 14 shows over Thursday May 23 to Monday May 27, 3 incredible workshops on writing, characters, and musical improv, and more! Festival passes are only $69!! Recorded March 2024 Follow Austin Sketch Fest Website - atxsketchfest.com Twitter - @atxsketchfest Instagram - @atxsketchfest Facebook - facebook.com...
2024-05-2054 min
Comedy WhamSophie Buddle Serves Up (Vol 4)2024 Moontower Comedy Festival Series Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #324 Sophie Buddle returns to talk with Valerie Lopez about Going on tour with Taylor Tomlinson How she's learned to increase views on her instagram feed The process of changing management The latest entries in our annual teen slang exchange Recorded April 2024 Follow Sophie Website - SophieBuddleComedy.com Twitter - @sophiebuddle Instagram - @sophbuds Linktree - Linktr.ee/Sophbuds Youtube - Youtube.com/SophieBuddle Sophie can be seen and heard: Comedy Central Special Coming Soon The Tonight Show with Jimmy...
2024-05-1333 min
Comedy WhamOlivia Flood-Wylie: No Half-Measures2024 Moontower Comedy Festival Series Read the article at comedywham.com Episode #323 Olivia Flood-Wylie talks with Valerie Lopez about Escaping Los Angeles and discovering standup in Amsterdam Adopting a philosophy that if nothing matters, you should take advantage and try new things Her fondness for airports (and her love of being a touring standup) Learning to be proud of her comedy Recorded April 2024 Follow Olivia Instagram - @oliviafloodwylie TikTok - @ofw.comedy YouTube - Youtube.com/OliviaFlood-Wylie Olivia can be seen and heard: Half and Half - 2023 Comedy Special Follo...
2024-05-061h 09
Comedy WhamMartin Urbano Has Global Rhythm (Vol 4)2024 Moontower Comedy Festival Series Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode # Martin Urbano talks with Valerie Lopez about His first time in Edinburgh The ups and downs of taping his Apology Comeback special during Moontower Comedy Festival Retiring his material (much to Valerie's chagrin) and planning for his future material His fanatical love of New York City Recorded April 2024 Follow Martin Linktr.ee- linktr.ee/martinurbano Instagram - @martinurbanojr TikTok - @martinurbanojr Martin can be seen and heard: Stay tuned for Martin's Apology Comeback Special Jimmy Kimmel Live set - y...
2024-05-0235 min
Comedy WhamAndy Kindler is Back2024 Moontower Comedy Festival Series Read the article at comedywham.com Episode #320 Andy Kindler returns to talk with Valerie Lopez about His return to Moontower after a 5 year absence How he spent his time during COVID His no holds barred approach to naming names His plans to record his second special Recorded March 2024 Watch the video interview on Youtube! Look out for the Austin Chronicle April 18 article featuring 2024 Moontower Comedy Festival and Andy's return Check out our review of Andy's album Hence the Humor on our website. Follow Andy Website - andykindler.com Twit...
2024-04-151h 01
Comedy Wham2024 Moontower Comedy Festival Recs with Tracey Schulz2024 Moontower Comedy Festival Series Read the article at comedywham.com Episode #319 Tracey Schulz talks with Valerie Lopez about His work at KOOP with his What's New show, Thursdays 1pm-2pm His on air role at KUT Radio 2024 Moontower Comedy Festival recommendations Our future as the next Statler and Waldorf of Austin Comedy Recorded April 2024 Follow Tracey Instagram - @tracey.schulz X - @traceyschulz Tracey can be seen and heard: What's New - KOOP Radio, Thursdays 1pm KUT News Radio - on air producer Follow @ComedyWham on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, Twitch, and Ti...
2024-04-1042 min
Comedy WhamNate Jackson: What's Your Story?Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #318 Nate Jackson, Deputy Editor of LA Times, talks with Valerie Lopez about: The LA Times' coverage of the Austin comedy scene The integration of standup and social media Netflix is a Joke festival happening in Los Angeles His upcoming book "Tearing Down the Orange Curtain" Recorded March 2024 in downtown Austin Follow Nate Jackson, Deputy Entertainment Editor, LA Times Website - latimes.com Instagram - @naterodamus Nate can be read: Visiting Austin from time to time covering our comedy scene How LA helped detonate th...
2024-04-0751 min
Comedy WhamGeorge Wallace - Legendary & WhatnotRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #317 George Wallace talks with Valerie Lopez about His upcoming appearance at Cap City Comedy Club April 5-6, 2024 The ghost in his house Appealing to audiences young and old His upcoming Netflix series with Laverne Cox "Clean Slate" - a modern day Sanford & Sons reboot His nearly 40 year friendship with Jerry Seinfeld Recorded March 2024 Follow George Website - georgewallace.net Twitter - @MrGeorgeWallace Instagram - @therealgeorgewallace TikTok - @therealgeorgewallace Youtube - youtube.com/@GeorgeWallaceTV George can be seen and heard: Cap City Comedy Club - April 5-6 (2...
2024-04-0130 min
Comedy WhamSam Lopez: Frequent Flyer SmilesRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #316 Sam Lopez talks with Valerie Lopez (no relation) about Getting her start as a standup comic in New Zealand Choosing comedy over serving in the Peace Corps Making a big splash in the Austin comedy scene Being the co-host of Bottom of the Barrel and regular performer at the Comedy Mothership Recorded March 2024 Follow Sam Linktree - linktr.ee/Samlopezcomedy Twitter - @TheBestSamLopez Instagram - @BestSamLopez Threads - @BestSamLopez Facebook - facebook.com/SamLopez Sam can be seen and heard: Headlining Velveeta Room - April 12 (8pm) a...
2024-03-181h 11
Comedy WhamPat Dean, Vol 3 - Like a Rolling StoneRead the article at comedywham.com Episode #315 Pat Dean talks with Valerie Lopez about His return to managing The Velveeta Room How the changes in the downtown Austin comedy landscape have affected The Velveeta Room The triumphant return of The Lanalax Corporation His successful prediction that the Kansas City Chiefs would win the Superbowl Recorded February 2024 Follow Pat Instagram @deanmanp @thevelveetaroom @ilearnednothingpodcast @thelanalaxcorporation Twitter - @patdean Youtube youtube.com/@thelanalaxcorporation Do512 do512.com/pat-dean do512.com/the-velveeta-room Pat can be seen and heard: The Velveeta Room - all the damned t...
2024-03-041h 20
Comedy WhamMarkus Olind: Get Your Baskets TogetherRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #314 Markus Olind talks with Valerie Lopez about Carving your own path to success and being flexible about your future A realistic take on Kill Tony and how it can influence your comedy career HIs podcast creation addiction The benefits of getting to work at a comedy club Recorded February 2024 Follow Markus Instagram - Markus - beardvonmarkus Works Every Time Podcast - @wet.podcast Twitter - @BeardVonMarkus Facebook - facebook.com/beardvonmarkus Youtube - youtube.com/channel/MarkusOlind Markus can be seen and heard: Black Thanksgiving (Amazo...
2024-02-261h 00
Comedy WhamAjit Krishnamoorthy Gives BackRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #313 Ajit Krishnamoorthy talks with Valerie Lopez about Growing up in Mumbai The differences between the Indian and American comedy scenes The balancing act of being an engineer, a comic, and a fashion model Clowns for a Cause, his comedy show benefitting Austin Pets Alive! Recorded January 2024 Follow Ajit Website - www.ajitkrishnamoorthy.com Linktree - linktr.ee/ajit_krishnamoorthy Instagram - @pyjama_naps Facebook - facebook.com/ajit.krishnamoorthy TikTok - @pyjama_naps Ajit can be seen and heard: Clowns for a Cause - comedy show b...
2024-02-1253 min
Comedy WhamKatherine Hutchins: It's ComplicatedRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #312 Katherine Hutchings talks with Valerie Lopez about Become a go-to contributor on Fallout Tonight Her love of sketch The debut of her Weird Gal Skankovic show Wanting more rejection (listen and it'll make sense) Recorded January 2024 Follow Katherine Instagram - @katherine_hutch Do512 - do512.com/artists/katherine-hutchins Youtube - youtube.com/@katherinehutchins Katherine can be seen and heard: Fallout Tonight - Friday nights, 9:30pm at Fallout Theater Follow @ComedyWham on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, Twitch, and Tiktok If you'd like to support our independe...
2024-02-051h 02
Comedy WhamJohnny Taylor is AEW-some!Read the article at comedywham.com Episode #311 Johnny Taylor returns to talk with Valerie Lopez about What keeps him in Sacramento The success of his AEW-some Podcast, a wrestling podcast climbing the charts His plans to record his 3rd comedy special His 5th Headlining appearance at The Velveeta Room, the weekend of February 2-3, 2024 Recorded January 2024 Follow Johnny Instagram - hipsterocracy Facebook - facebook.com/hipsteroracy Twitter - @hipsterocracy- Youtube - youtube.com/@johnnytaylor Wikipedia - wikipedia.org/Johnny_Taylor_(comedian) Johnny can be seen and heard: On Tour - The Vel...
2024-01-2941 min
Comedy WhamDuncan Carson Has a Lot to CelebrateRead the article at comedywham.com Episode #310 Duncan Carson returns for his 6th time to talk to Valerie Lopez about Reflections on the 512th and final show of Sure Thing Showcase The launch of Fallout Tonight, his late-night variety show and companion podcast, Signing Off Working with his Fallout Tonight writing team and Signing Off podcast co-hosts, Jon Mendoza and Adam Shumate Our favorite Belgian detective, Hercule Poirot Recorded January 2024 at Fallout Theater's Podcast Studio Follow Duncan Twitter - @aduncancarson Instagram - @aduncancarson Facebook - facebook.com/duncancarson TikTok - @duncancarson Foll...
2024-01-2256 min
Comedy WhamAshley Sharma: Everybody Loves AshleyRead the article at comedywham.com Episode #309 Ashley Sharma talks with Valerie Lopez about Launching a nursing and comedy career just before the pandemic Scumberparty with her best friends Being the best big sister Her uncanny ability to remain calm through chaos Recorded January 2024 Follow Ashley Instagram - @dat_ash Youtube - youtube.com/AshleySharma Follow Scumberparty Instagram - @scumberparty Youtube - youtube.com/Scumberparty Ashley can be seen and heard: SF Sketchfest 2024! Scumberparty Podcast Frequently hosting at Cap City Comedy Club Follow @ComedyWham on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, Twitch, a...
2024-01-151h 14
Comedy WhamBak to the FutureRead the article at comedywham.com Episode #308 Bak returns to talk with Valerie Lopez about Reaching 300 episodes and a change in direction with his podcast Nerding out about Austin comedy, Casey Rocket, Comedy Mothership, and Skankfest Vegas What he hopes to accomplish in 2024 Issues Comedy Wham a challenge Recorded December 2023 Follow Bak Website - thefeedbak.com Linktree - linktr.ee/thefeedbak Twitter - @thefeedbak Instagram - @thefeedbak Facebook - facebook.com/thefeedbak Youtube - youtube.com/thefeedbak Bak can be seen and heard: Record Play - "music trivia and comedy...
2024-01-081h 28
Comedy WhamTiana Stuart: Flowing Like a RiverRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #307 Tiana Stewart talks with Valerie Lopez about The neverending charms of San Antonio The in-depth experience of landing a singing role on HBO's Love and Death Embracing her zany side to pursue comedic acting roles Lessons learned directing her first short film, including the harrowing lesson that "it's her decision" Her band Hallo and the upcoming release of their first studio album PS Valerie references an Austin Chronicle article about ColdTowne Theater as being released prior to this podcast episode release. The article will be available in the first...
2023-12-251h 13
Comedy WhamCome @ Me (Kyle Irion, Amy Knop, Isaac Garza): Fixing It In PostsRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #306 Kyle Irion, Amy Knop, and Isaac Garza of Come @ Me talk with Valerie Lopez about The origin, development, and electric fun of the weekly Come @ Me show at Fallout Theater Their own creative endeavors within the Austin comedy scene Creative goals they've set for themselves Recorded November 2023 at Fallout Theater's Podcast Studio Follow Come @ Me show Instagram Tickets Come @ Me can be seen and heard: Every Saturday night at Fallout Theater, 8:30pm Show runners of Come @ Me can also be seen and heard: A V...
2023-12-1859 min
Comedy WhamLauren Jamison: The Formidable Queen of HeartsRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #305 Lauren Jamison talks with Valerie Lopez about Getting her start in standup comedy in California and returning (close to) home during the pandemic How Alice in Wonderland helped her land Wanderlust, home of her monthly Yuk it Up comedy showcase Recording her LMAOF Austin special (set for release in 2024) Recorded November 2023 Follow Lauren Website - laurenjamisoncomedy.com Linktree - linktr.ee/laurenjamison Instagram Lauren - @thelaurenjamison Yuk It Up Comedy - @yukitupcomedy Facebook - facebook.com/thelaurenjamison TikTok - @thelaurenjamison Youtube - youtube.com/LaurenJamison OnlyFans - onlyf...
2023-12-111h 16
Comedy WhamAaron Brooks, Vol 3: The Wizard of StorytellingRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #304 Aaron Brooks returns to talk with Valerie Lopez about The things that did, and did not happen, after he moved to Los Angeles in 2019 His fondness for The Lanalax Corporation podcast and how it helped him develop as a creative storyteller His triumphant return to comedy stages marked by headlining The Velveeta Room for one of his Top 5 shows since he started comedy (and we were there to see it, it ruled!) Going against the grain and being 100% okay with that Recorded November 2023 Follow Aaron Brooks Twitter...
2023-12-041h 00
Comedy WhamAmy Shanker: From Chalkboards to PunchlinesRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #303 Amy Shanker talks with Valerie Lopez about Discovering comedy after being in a career she didn't love How that career gave her confidence on stage and the ability to control audiences Her debut album Unbelievable The fine art of talking on stage about touchy subjects Recorded November 2023 Follow Amy TikTok - @amyshankercomedy Twitter - @AmyShanker Instagram - @amyshanker Facebook - facebook.com/Ashankers Youtube - youtube.com/AmyShanker Do512 - do512.com/artists/amy-shanker Amy can be seen and heard: Unbelievable - Debut Special...
2023-11-201h 21
Comedy WhamEric Snader: Dr Funny BusinessRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #302 Eric Snader talks with Valerie Lopez about After a lifetime of avoiding it, how his friend Viva forced him to do an open mic (and never look back) The importance of living life to become a better writer The origin and evolution of the Chosen Comedy showcase Recorded October 2023 Follow Eric Instagram - @eric.snader Facebook - facebook.com/eric.snader Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/Eric.Snader Eric can be seen and heard: Chosen Comedy - Last Tuesday of the month, Liv...
2023-11-1357 min
Comedy WhamRuby Dickulous: Austin's Comedy JewelRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #301 CW: This episode discusses suicide. If you or someone you care for is having suicidal thoughts, contact the Suicide and Crisis Hotline at 988. Ruby Dickulous talks with Valerie Lopez about Being raised in a family of funny, outrageous people His mom prediction that he would be a drag queen one day How the pandemic changed his life forever by forcing him to live in the present The success of his Drag Shows at comedy clubs around Austin Recorded September 2023 Follow Ruby Dickulous Website - rubydickulous.co...
2023-10-301h 13
Comedy WhamDylan Carlino: Eat, Gay, LoveRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #300 For our 300th episode, we have something to celebrate!! 300 episodes since January 2016 of comics from Austin, the nation, and the world sharing their stories and adventures as comics. Catch up on our early episodes as there are some gems from guests who started out as young comics in Austin who are now on TV, theater stages, and movies! Dylan Carlino talks with Valerie Lopez about Growing up thinking that Kathy Griffin was the only person who did comedy How a browser search on "what city is gay" lead to h...
2023-10-231h 07
Comedy WhamSean Reilly - Making Time for ComedyRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #299 CW: This episode discusses suicide. If you or someone you care for is having suicidal thoughts, contact the Suicide and Crisis Hotline at 988. As we record the last episode in the 200s, Sean Reilly talks with Valerie Lopez about Being the president of his college's Comedy Club Throwing out his career dream of becoming an aerospace engineer to become a comic Being a finalist in the 2022 Cap City Comedy Club Funniest Person in Austin contest His latest podcast project, Sean's Show Everything else under the sun Recorded October 2023
2023-10-161h 46
Comedy WhamLea'h Sampson Wants you To Hear Her NowRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #298 Lea'h Sampson talks with Valerie Lopez about Growing up with a family of roasters How Lashonda Lester's advice set her on her way How a short move to New York City changed her life The wild ride she's had since releasing her Don't Tell Comedy special Recorded September 2023 Follow Lea'h Linktree - linktr.ee/Leahsampson Twitter - @leah_sampson1 Instagram - @officialleahsampson Facebook - facebook.com/leah.sampson TikTok - @leahsampson2 Youtube - youtube.com/@leahsampsoncomedy5169 OnlyFans - onlyfans.com/leeleesimpson Lea'h can be seen an...
2023-10-091h 11
Comedy WhamSure Thing - Duncan Carson & Brendan K. O'Grady - 512-OutRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #297 Duncan Carson and Brendan K. O'Grady of Sure Thing talks with Valerie Lopez (and special guest co-host Travis) about Reflecting on the 512 Sure Thing shows since 2011 The end of an Austin comedy era as Sure Thing winds down on October 6, 2023 What's next for Duncan and Brendan The upcoming release of Mac Blake's sophomore album on Sure Thing Records Recorded August 2023 on location at the new Fallout Theater Podcast Studio with audio engineer Garrett Buss Be sure to read the Austin Chronicle article written by Valerie available here: www.austinchronicle.co...
2023-10-021h 00
Comedy WhamGenivive Clinton: Driven to SuccessRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #296 Genivive Clinton talks with Valerie Lopez about Being a truck driver and the lessons learned from being on the road Why dancing is so important to her How life changed for her after being picked for a Kill Tony minute What she's learned from being a door person for The Comedy Mothership Recorded September 2023 Follow Genivive Twitter - @cgenivive Instagram - @cgenivive Facebook - facebook.com/genivive.clinton Do512 - do512.com/artists/genivive-clinton Genivive can be seen and heard: Performing regularly at The C...
2023-09-251h 05
Comedy WhamSyd Goin Practices the Art of Infinite WakefulnessRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #295 Syd Goin talks with Valerie Lopez about Life growing up in Hawaii surrounded by overachievers Getting her start in comedy in New York City Learning to be more outgoing and building friendships The origin of the Naked Brunch web series Recorded September 2023 Follow Syd Linktree - linktr.ee/squanchyyyyyy Instagram Syd - @sydbegoin Juicebar - @juicebarsketch Juicebox - @juiceboxcomedyatx Facebook - facebook.com/sydbegoin Youtube - youtube.com/channel/SydGoin Syd can be seen and heard: Juicebar - Monthly Austin-based sketch comedy on 4th Tuesda...
2023-09-181h 01
Comedy WhamLisa Smith Loves the DetailsRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #294 Lisa Smith talks with Valerie Lopez about Studying open mics for months before taking the leap Leaving the Atlanta comedy scene to making the move to Austin's comedy scene Her Love is Trash Podcast with co-host Neiko Smith Recorded August 2023 Follow Lisa Twitter - @yolisayolisayo Instagram Lisa - @yolisayo Love is Trash - @loveistrashshow Facebook - facebook.com/yolisayo TikTok - @yolisayo Youtube - youtube.com/@yolisayo Weebly - yolisayo.weebly.com Lisa can be seen and heard: Love is Trash Podcast Buzzkill at the Buzzmill...
2023-09-1159 min
Comedy WhamSarah Spear: It's Okay to FallRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #293 Sarah Spear talks with Valerie Lopez about Doing things on a whim The origin story of Texass Comedy, a queer-friendly showcase Why it's ok to fail Recorded August 2023 Follow Sarah Website - www.thesarahspear.com Linktree - linktr.ee/spearsarah Twitter - @spearsarah Instagram @spearsarah @texasscomedy Facebook - facebook.com/spearsarah TikTok - @sarah__supernova Do512 - do512.com/sarah-spear Discord - Sarah_in_space Sarah can be seen and heard: TexAss Comedy - Twice a month rotating schedule at rotating venues (follow @texassco...
2023-09-041h 05
Comedy WhamMartin Morrow Believes in the ProcessRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #292 Martin Morrow talks with Valerie Lopez about Bursting out of the Alabama bubble Learning the pitfalls of having "resting approachable face" a.k.a. being too nice How shifts in his mindset have resulted in new milestones His debut LMAOF Los Angeles comedy special (coming out August 2023) Recorded August 2023 Thank you to Anjali Iyer of Metro Public Relations for arranging this interview. Follow Martin Website - martinmorrow.me Linktree - linktr.ee/martinmmorrow Twitter - @martinMmorrow Instagram - @martinmmorrow Facebook - facebook.com/mart...
2023-08-2858 min
Comedy WhamMateen Stewart: Bigger DoorsRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #291 Mateen Stewart talks with Valerie Lopez about His fondness for his hometown of Detroit and the significance of headlining this year's 2023 Motor City Comedy Festival Learning the business of comedy in LA. . . the hard way The power of making connections and how those connections make you better Being the #1 Wedding Officiant in Southern California His debut LMAOF Los Angeles comedy special (coming out August 2023) Recorded August 2023 Thank you to Anjali Iyer of Metro Public Relations for arranging this interview. Follow Mateen Website - m...
2023-08-2247 min
Comedy WhamBrandi Denise - Master ManifesterRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #290 Read the article at Brandi Denise talks with Valerie Lopez about Being told you're funny by George Clinton Moving halfway across the country to pursue comedy, even after losing out on an opportunity (aka turn lemons into lemonade) Putting in the work to be a success as comic, actress, and writer Her debut LMAOF Los Angeles comedy special (coming out August 2023) Recorded July 2023 Thank you to Anjali Iyer of Metro Public Relations for arranging this interview. Follow Brandi Website - www.brandidenise.com Tw...
2023-08-0747 min
Comedy WhamEmma Holder Loves ConnectionRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #289 Emma Holder talks with Valerie Lopez about Getting an early start with character-led performances Building a sense of community within the Austin comedy scene How being a therapist helps her as a performer Recorded July 2023 Follow Emma Instagram - @theemmaholder TikTok - @lilemmaholder Youtube - youtube.com/@TheEmmaholder Emma can be seen and heard: Stool Pigeon Improv - Saturdays in August, ColdTowne theater, 8:30pm 2023 FPIA - Tuesday August 1st at Cap City Comedy Club Taylor Swift Sketch Show - A Comedy of Eras What a C...
2023-07-241h 04
Comedy WhamMimi Meier Blooms Where She's PlantedRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #288 Mimi Meier talks with Valerie Lopez about Why performing children's theater is very humbling (and prepares you for standup comedy) The power of feeling uncomfortable to help you build your skills Launching her sketch duo with Austin is for Lovers (and landing in 2023 Austin Sketch Fest) Landing a spot on the 2023 Moontower Just For Laughs festival Recorded June 2023 Follow Mimi Website - mimimeiercomedy.com Linktree - linktr.ee/mimimeier Instagram - @themimimeier TikTok - @themimimeier Youtube - youtube.com/MimiMeier Spotify - Mimi Meier channel Mim...
2023-07-1058 min
Comedy WhamAaron Cheatham: Confident Family ManRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #287 Aaron Cheatham talks to Valerie Lopez about Growing up relentlessly trying to make his father laugh Thriving as a comic during the pandemic Reworking his special "Family Man" for several years until he got it just right for release this year The Austin Comedy Scene today and how wonderful the scene is for comics and comedy enthusiasts alike Recorded June 2023 Follow Aaron Linktree - linktr.ee/aaroncheatham Twitter - @_aaroncheatham Instagram - @_aaroncheatham Facebook - facebook.com/aaron.cheatham.16 TikTok - @_aaroncheatham Youtube - yout...
2023-06-261h 30
Comedy WhamLaurie Kilmartin: She Made It2023 Moontower Just For Laughs Comedy Festival Series Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #286 Laurie Kilmartin talks with Valerie Lopez about: Her start in San Francisco and how she ended up in New York City Landing her first writing job at Tough Crowd followed by Conan O'Brien Juggling the demands of being a writer, road comic, parent, and daughter. The origin of the Jackie and Laurie Show podcast Recorded April 2023 Special thanks to Bruce Smith of Omnipop Talent Group Follow Laurie Website - www.kilmartin.com Twitter - @an...
2023-06-1248 min
Comedy WhamSophie Buddle and her Hot Takes2023 Moontower Just For Laughs Comedy Festival Series Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #285 Sophie Buddle returns for her third visit to talk with Valerie Lopez The experience of having her comedy special taken down Her sophomore year attending Moontower JFL Teaching us new slang Chat GPT Recorded April 2023 Follow Sophie Website - SophieBuddleComedy.com Twitter - @sophiebuddle Instagram - @sophbuds Linktree - Linktr.ee/Sophbuds Youtube - Youtube.com/SophieBuddle Sophie can be seen and heard: Comedy Central Special Coming Soon Debut Album (2020 Juno Comed...
2023-06-0649 min
Comedy WhamMartin Urbano is Toying with Us2023 Moontower Just For Laughs Comedy Festival Series Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #284 Martin Urbano returns for his 3rd time with Valerie Lopez to talk about: The plans he's making to perform at his very first Edinburgh Fringe Comedy Festival in August His dream of being a game show host (watch out Price is Right!) The changes to the Austin comedy scene since he moved and whether he misses us or not (the answer may surprise you) Recorded April 2023 Follow Martin Linktr.ee- linktr.ee/martinurbano Instagram...
2023-05-2253 min
Comedy WhamLeah Rudick: A Wealth of Comedy2023 Moontower Just For Laughs Comedy Festival Series Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #283 Leah Rudick talks with Valerie Lopez about The lifelong pursuit of acting Starting standup in cut-throat Los Angeles with a little help from a class and her fellow comic and older brother, Andrew Her viral success on TikTok The recent launch of her podcast The Rudicks are Home with her fellow comic and brother, the aforementioned Andrew Rudick Recorded April 2023 Thank you to Omnipop Talent Group Follow Leah Website - www.leahrudick.com TikTok...
2023-05-1535 min
Comedy WhamJeremiah Watkins: It's Daddy Time Again2023 Moontower Just For Laughs Comedy Festival Series Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #282 Jeremiah Watkins joins us for his 6th time to talk with Valerie Lopez about Family life and enjoying time with his first son as he and his wife await the arrival of son #2 Becoming a regular headliner (including having a billboard moment for The Riot Festival) Pursuing his goal of writing more scripted shows, including a children's animation show with his wife Recorded April 2023 Follow Jeremiah Website - www.JeremiahWatkins.com Twitter - @jeremiahstandup Instagram - @jer...
2023-05-0832 min
Comedy WhamDevon Walker Brings Lone Star State Laughs to SNL and Moontower Just for Laughs - Walker, Texas Comic2023 Moontower Just For Laughs Comedy Festival Series Read the article at comedywham.com Episode #281 Devon Walker returns to talk with Valerie Lopez about The magical circumstances of ending up in New York City after reaching rising star status in Austin thanks to his fellow open micer and now cast-mate, Andrew Dismukes The audition process for Saturday Night Live His thoughts on the Austin comedy scene His non-comedy ambitions (hint, hint: San Antonio Spurs) Recorded March 2023 Follow Devon Twitter - @internetdevon Instagram - @internetdevon Devon can be seen and heard: 2023 Moontower Jus...
2023-04-131h 06
Comedy WhamComedy Wham Live: From 2023 Lysistrata Comedy Festival - Stephanie Rae and Maxi WitrakRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #280 Comedy Wham Live: From 2023 Lysistrata Comedy Festival - Stephanie Rae and Maxi Witrak Recorded April 2023 Follow Stephanie Stephanie Instagram - @WordNerdSteph TikTok - @HeyStephanieRae Black Improv Alliance www.BlackImprovAlliance.com Instagram - @BlackImprovAlliance Facebook - facebook.com/BlackImprovAlliance Youtube - youtube.com/@blackimprovalliance Freestyle Plus freestyleplus.com New Blerd Order Instagram - @NewBlerdOrder Facebook - facebook.com/newblerdorder Youtube - youtube.com/@NewBlerdOrder Operation Black Joy Instagram - @OperationBlackJoy Stephanie can be seen and heard: A FREESTYLE RAP COMEDY SITUATION...
2023-04-1041 min
Comedy WhamProducer Minisode Compilation from 2023 Lysistrata Comedy FestivalRead the article at comedywham.com Episode #279 While attending the 2023 Lysistrata Comedy Festival at Coldtowne Theater, these amazing producers of the festival shared their thoughts about the festival, how they helped make the festival happen, advice for women in comedy, and gave them a chance to promote something that means a lot to them. Sarah Spear - Austin, Texas Tiana Stuart - Austin, Texas Will Cleveland - Austin, Texas Maya Sivak - Austin, Texas Jessica Scott - Austin, Texas Denise Jena - Los Angeles, California Rochelle McConico - Austin, Texas I apologize for...
2023-04-0839 min
Comedy WhamPerformer Minisode Compilation from 2023 Lysistrata Comedy FestivalRead the article at comedywham.com Episode #278 Featuring selected performers from the 2023 Lysistrata Comedy Festival at Coldtowne Theater Alexis Okeke - Austin, Texas Maggie Shipley - Lafayette, Louisiana Nadia Iqbal - Brooklyn, New York Amma Marfo - Boston, Massachusetts Gwen Coburn - Boston, Massachusetts Danna Kiel - Los Angeles, California Nkechi Chibueze - New Orleans, Louisiana Recorded April 2023 Follow: Alexis Okeke - Instagram @lexios__ Maggie Shipley - Instagram @maggiedagger, Youtube @ Maggie Shipley Nadia Iqbal - Instagram @notfunnynadia Amma Marfo - Instagram @ammamarfo, watch her special "Enjoy your Nachos" Gwen Coburn...
2023-04-0727 min
Comedy WhamHowie Mandel and the Fuel of Life2023 Moontower Just For Laughs Comedy Festival Series Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #277 Howie Mandel talks with Valerie Lopez about: Mandel's first acting job in 1982, his involvement in the creation of MTV, and his struggles with OCD and ADHD his early stand-up comedy career and how his mannerisms and fear of public restrooms became part of his act a love of improvising and creating real moments with his audience the importance of seeking help and the accessibility of help through apps like No CD his podcast, Howie Mandel Does Stuff with h...
2023-04-0351 min
Comedy WhamCarlos Morrison: Not That Kind of NerdRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #276 Carlos Morrison talks with Valerie Lopez about Growing up as a mischievous nerd The experience of reaching the finals of FPIA on your first try (2019) His enduring comedy partnership with Zain Hussain Realizing that there are more meaningful things in life than comedy (what???) Recorded March 2023 Follow Carlos Morrison Website - carlosmorrison.com Linktree - linktr.ee/crapbycarlos Instagram - @crapbycarlos Youtube - youtube.com/@carlosmorrison Carlos can be seen and heard: The Buddy System - April 7, 2023 10pm - The Velveeta Room What a Ch...
2023-03-271h 05
Comedy WhamRochelle McConico: Comedy Marathon ChampionRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #275 Rochelle McConico talks with Valerie Lopez about All of her accomplishments since her first Comedy Wham Presents appearance just over a year ago Combining her love of improv with her standup to create connections with an audience Everything you ever wanted to know about the 2023 Lysistrata Comedy Festival at Coldtowne Theater from March 30 to April 2 (including a live Comedy Wham Presents!) Recorded March 2023 Follow Rochelle and her projects: Website - MooncricketProductions.com Linktree - Linktr.ee/mooncricketproductions Twitter - @ariaava Instagram Rochelle @rochelle_war Mooncricket Prod...
2023-03-201h 02
Comedy WhamSam Noorani: Weirdo in the CornerRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #274 Sam Noorani talks with Valerie Lopez about Realizing that she'd been writing jokes in her head her entire life The All Regerts Podcast with co-host Omar Gonzalez The Austin comedy scene Returning to the 2023 Lysistrata Comedy Festival Recorded March 2023 Follow Sam Linktree - linktr.ee/samnoorani Instagram - @samnoorani_ Facebook - facebook.com/urmomsmom Youtube - youtube.com/@samnoorani Sam can be seen and heard: 2023 Lysistrata Comedy Festival - March 30 - April 2 at Coldtowne Theater All Regerts Podcast with Omar Gonzalez Follow @ComedyWham on I...
2023-03-131h 01
Comedy WhamHolly Johnston Heeds the CallRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #273 Holly Johnston talks with Valerie Lopez about Getting a standing ovation for (what she would later realize) her very first comedy set at her high school's Senior Talent Show The truth about the lessons you learn in college How she got to Austin What she's learned from becoming Austin's 2022 Roast Battle Champion Recorded February 2023 Follow Holly Website - www.hollymjohnston.com Linktree - linktr.ee/HollyJohnston Instagram - @holly.johnston_ Facebook - facebook.com/holly.johnston Youtube - youtube.com/Holly.Johnston Holly can be see...
2023-03-061h 02
Comedy WhamZain Hussain: Keeping Austin Comedy WeirdRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #272 Zain Hussain talks with Valerie Lopez about Comedy in Pakistan How random walks have led him to comedy The lessons learned from surviving a disastrous FPIA set The origin of Business Hours with his partner in crime and best friend, Carlos Morrison Recorded February 2023 Follow Zain Twitter - @zain_huss_ain Instagram @zain.huss.ain @nadeems_store Facebook - Facebook.com/zain.hussain.503 Youtube - Youtube.com/Zain.Hussain Zain can be seen and heard: The Buddy System - 1st Friday of e...
2023-02-271h 10
Comedy WhamRoderick McDaniel the Rib TicklerRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #271 Roderick McDaniel talks with Valerie Lopez about How a chaotic life (and losing a bet to his brother) led him to become a comic The shocking reveal that despite being filthy every time we've ever watched him, he gets booked regularly for corporate gigs and motivational speeches for teens Being a protective matriarch to fellow Austin comics as an extension of his personality as a man deeply influenced by family Recorded January 2023 Follow Roderick Linktree - linktr.ee/roderickmcdaniel Instagram - @coachsilky Facebook - Facebook.com...
2023-02-201h 18
Comedy WhamEvan Rabalais vs the 96 Hour Comedy FestivalRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #270 Evan Rabalais talks with Valerie Lopez about Critical Hit, his monthly choose your own adventure show The many changes in his life since his first time on the podcast HIs ambitious and record-breaking 96 Hour Comedy Fest at Fallout Theater from May 24-28 Recorded January 2023 Follow Evan Linktree - linktr.ee/evanrabuhlay Twitter - @evanrabuhlay Instagram - @evanrabuhlay TikTok - @evanrabuhlay Youtube - youtube.com/@evanrabuhlay Evan can be seen and heard: Critical Hit - First Wednesday of every month at the Fallout Theater 96 Hour...
2023-02-131h 07
Comedy WhamBak Wants to Know Your StoryRead the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #269 Bak talks with Valerie Lopez about How French comedy differs from American comedy His Record Play show which merges music, a live DJ, comedy, and prizes His love of comedy specials The Austin comedy scene Recorded December 2022 Follow Bak Website - thefeedbak.com Linktree - linktr.ee/thefeedbak Twitter - @thefeedbak Instagram - @thefeedbak Facebook - facebook.com/thefeedbak Youtube - youtube.com/thefeedbak Bak can be seen and heard: Record Play - "music trivia and comedy show with a stank on it". Win pri...
2023-01-301h 19
Dannylize This PodcastValerie LopezValerie Lopez grew up watching Saturday Night Live, ALF and has seen live comedy across the country. She started interviewing local Austin comics for the podcast extension of ComedyWham.com in January 2016 because she wanted to know more about the lives of comics off stage. After attending local comedy festivals, she boldly asked if national comics would also talk to her and lucky for her and us, many have said yes. She’s interviewed comics from Austin, Canada, Los Angeles, New York, England, Australia, and Kuala Lumpur. The live podcast has been featured in Austin and at Lysistrata Comedy Festival. He...
2022-05-251h 01
How Are Ya Now?Season 5 RecapAu revoir, Saison Cinq! We had a blast!SPONSORS:Gamefully Unemployedhttps://twitter.com/gamefullyunhttps://www.patreon.com/GamefullyUnemployedComedy Whamhttps://comedywham.com/https://twitter.com/comedywhamGrowth:Downloads – 39K overall! For Season 5 we had a total of 12,279!!!FB: 2057 Twitter: 1503IG: 612Tumblr: 641Patreon: 15 patrons!Courtney ScaglioneDennis GuginHeidi NPiGuy (Anthony)Kevin WackMitch ColeMonica McCoyReaganRene EncarnacionAwesome!Shaine WynsmaShanna SawatzkiValerie LopezBlueEyedDevilVegas MattAll of our fabulous guests!| Episode | S05E01 – We Don't Fight at Weddings - #1 – by a LANDSLIDE | Guest Host | Awesome (no Tiara this episode) | Musical Guest | The Lakeside Drive | Episode...
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Dying Laughing with JessimaeLive From Moontower Comedy Festival! | Comedy Wham Presents!This week we bring you a SUPER fun "swapcast" episode featuring an interview by Comedy Wham Presents! LIVE from The Moontower Comedy Festival in Austin, Texas. We discuss what it means to be a "dirty comic", that time Paula Poundstone crashed Jessimae's comedy show, and tricks on how to travel with marijuana. Music "Rockstar" by Post Malone feat 21 Savage. End clip: Tom Hanks, "What The Tide Will Bring", from Castaway.*Ambient bar sound on this episode provide a fun atmosphere.*Recorded at The Driskill on 4/20.For all things Comedy Wham:ComedyWham...
2018-05-0200 min
Sharp Tongue#122 Live From Moontower Comedy Festival!This week we bring you a SUPER fun "swapcast" episode featuring an interview by Comedy Wham Presents! LIVE from The Moontower Comedy Festival in Austin, Texas. We discuss what it means to be a "dirty comic", that time Paula Poundstone crashed Jessimae's comedy show, and tricks on how to travel with marijuana. Music "Rockstar" by Post Malone feat 21 Savage. End clip: Tom Hanks, "What The Tide Will Bring", from Castaway.
*Ambient bar sound on this episode provide a fun atmosphere.
*Recorded at The Driskill on 4/20.
For all things Comedy Wham:
ComedyWham.com is your place to go for weekly articles a...
2018-05-021h 10
Sharp Tongue with Jessimae Peluso#122 Live From Moontower Comedy Festival!This week we bring you a SUPER fun "swapcast" episode featuring an interview by Comedy Wham Presents! LIVE from The Moontower Comedy Festival in Austin, Texas. We discuss what it means to be a "dirty comic", that time Paula Poundstone crashed Jessimae's comedy show, and tricks on how to travel with marijuana. Music "Rockstar" by Post Malone feat 21 Savage. End clip: Tom Hanks, "What The Tide Will Bring", from Castaway.
*Ambient bar sound on this episode provide a fun atmosphere.
*Recorded at The Driskill on 4/20.
For all things Comedy Wham:
ComedyWham.com is your place to go for weekly a...
2018-05-021h 10
Radio Tatas!Episode 84 - If It's Not Scottish...Nat is still out this week, so our good friend Dave fills in and tells us Wtf he is saying, in person. Find Dave and all of his projects: comedywham.com Twitter @ElDavidThomas @Ruca_Dave @ComedyWham
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Radio Tatas!Episode 84 - If It's Not Scottish...Nat is still out this week, so our good friend Dave fills in and tells us Wtf he is saying, in person. Find Dave and all of his projects: comedywham.com Twitter @ElDavidThomas @Ruca_Dave @ComedyWham
2016-06-261h 03