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Good Things Are HappeningErica RhodesErica Rhodes has appeared on ABC’s Modern Family, HBO’s Veep, Fox’s New Girl, and IFC’s Comedy Bang Bang. She was a regular panelist on Comedy Central’s @midnight and Fox’s Punchline. Her standup TV appearances include NBC’s Bring the Funny and Last Call with Carson Daly, and so many more. Her first album Sad Lemon hit #1 on the iTunes comedy charts and her first one-hour comedy special La Vie en Rhodes was shot as part of the Tribeca Drive-In Fest (at Pasadena’s famous Rose Bowl) and can now be viewed on Amazon Prime. Erica cur...
2024-12-0552 minGood Things Are HappeningPhilip McGradeEducated at the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow Scotland, Philip McGrade is an independent media production professional, writer and actor known for his quick wit and amazing accent. He was the voice of Starkard in How to Train Your Dragon and co-wrote I'll Be There. He was also a writer on The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson and Brand X with Russel Brand. He has a movie getting ready to come out called Unfriendly Fire about the American Civil War. Good Things Are Happening is sponsored by Surfshark! Get a deal at https://get.surfshark.net/SH...
2024-11-2852 minGood Things Are HappeningJimmy ShinJimmy has been mixing his musical and comedic talents all of his life. After graduating from California Western School of Law, Jimmy decided to take a more humorous path. His style of comedy is both clean and edgy...Combining great crowd work with storytelling, Jimmy is a true master of his craft and appeals to all audiences with his relatable humor. Check out his website, shows and comedy special: jimmyshindig.com https://jimmyshindig.com/ Good Things Are Happening is sponsored by Surfshark! Get a deal at https://get.surfshark.net/SH3q3 Listen to t...
2024-11-2056 minGood Things Are HappeningLydia CornellLydia Cornell is an AFI Best Actress nominee and People's Choice Award winner, international star of over 250 TV shows and films, best known as the star of ABC's hit series Too Close For Comfort as TV legend Ted Knight's daughter, Sara Rush. One of the most popular sex symbols on TV, she is now a mother, author, teen mentor, talk show host, comedienne, producer, director, and award-winning writer. Too Close for Comfort can currently be seen four times a week on Antenna TV, Tribune Broadcasting. Check out her podcast "GodShots: True Stories of Synchronicity" on YouTube and everywhere...
2024-11-121h 05Good Things Are HappeningLauren OsborneLauren Osborne is an award-winning actor (theater, TV, and film) and writer (creative nonfiction short stories, plays, and screenplays.) Growing up in Georgia, she always had a special affinity for acting, writing, rescuing animals, spirituality, nature, and reading. As an adult in NYC, addiction and then subsequent long-term recovery eventually led her back to all of those great loves, and now she uses them in her career and to help others in the ways she can through animal rescue work, meditation instruction, mediumship, and creative storytelling. Now based in LA, Lauren splits her time between California and NYC. ...
2024-11-0553 minGood Things Are HappeningWhitney CiceroWith nearly 90,000 followers on Instagram, over 100 million original comedy video views and multiple featured content platforms such as Huffington Post, LAD Bible, PopSugar, BuzzFeed, Yahoo, Fox News and being invited as a guest on the Today Show, Whitney Allen Cicero, also known as The New Stepford, is a comedic genius like none other. Hailed as a social media consultant, digital content creator, mentor for women influencers across the globe, writer, and viral video creator extraordinaire, whose social campaigns have been turned into national TV campaigns, it’s no wonder Whitney has been chosen as a guest on multiple national po...
2024-10-2959 minGood Things Are HappeningLuke NullLuke Null began performing comedy the moment he picked up a guitar in Chicago. During his stay in the Windy City, he developed his signature musical comedy style, blending witty humor with catchy earworms. This unique approach garnered the attention of Lorne Michaels and earned him the chance to perform as a cast member on Saturday Night Live. After a year in New York as a featured player on SNL, Luke moved to LA and is now a regular at the Hollywood Improv. He performs standup comedy at clubs and colleges across the country. Good Things Are H...
2024-10-1456 minGood Things Are HappeningMartin MorrowMartin Mandela Morrow is originally from Birmingham, AL where he started doing stand-up, improv, and belonged to an award-winning sketch/stand-up hybrid “Tubbi and Martin” with his childhood friend Joshua “Tubbi” Mays. The Auburn University grad has performed in clubs, colleges, and festivals all over the world including Toronto, Shanghai, and Cape Town, and has worked with some of the top names in comedy including Tim Allen, Eric Andre, Neal Brennan, Bobby Cannavale, Gabriel Iglesias, Jamie Kennedy, Nick Kroll, John Mulaney, Tig Notaro, Amy Schumer, and Katt Williams. Good Things Are Happening is sponsored by Surfshark! Get a deal a...
2024-10-0848 minGood Things Are HappeningFielding EdlowFielding Edlow is a stand-up comedian, writer, and creator/star of award-winning digital series Bitter Homes and Gardens. She has performed stand-up at Edinburgh, Leicester, Boston Comedy Festival and hosted her sold-out cult show Eat Pray Fuck for 6 years at the Hollywood Improv. She voiced the “Roxie” on Bojack Horseman including a slew of other characters (but was politely asked not to do “accents”) Her first solo show, Coke-Free J.A.P. had two sold-out runs in LA before being developed as a half-hour pilot at Showtime. Her plays have been produced/workshopped with Naked Angels, New York Stage & Film, Co...
2024-10-0153 minGood Things Are HappeningTom WellsTom Wells, as a 16 year old teenager, experienced an event few others get to have and be able to share about, a near death experience or NDE. Over the next 48 years his NDE, consciously and sub-consciously, has influenced his life. Upon reflection Tom recalls the pressures to doubt and deny his near death experience. Later, his self-awareness and spiritual work reintroduced him to his experience, which brought him to an acceptance that has enabled him to embrace his NDE story. Tom's NDE is part of the foundation of a new way of living in which he has absolute confidence tha...
2024-09-1649 minGood Things Are HappeningAiden BlochAiden Bloch is an up-and-coming 17-year-old stand-up comedian. He has worked with Jeff Dye, Pablo Francisco, Dustin Ybarra, Jay Mohr, Sam Tripoli, and more. He is a comedy contest winner and is known for Cool Beans Comedy. Good Things Are Happening is sponsored by Surfshark! Get a deal at https://get.surfshark.net/SH3q3 Listen to the conversation, get some good news, and get some inspiration with the guys on Good Things Are Happening. Visit us on the web at https://www.goodthingspod.com/
2024-09-0834 minGood Things Are HappeningHayden KristalHayden Kristal is a Colorado-based former zookeeper who gave up a lucrative career in salamanders to pursue comedy and public speaking. Speaking on the topics of diversity and intersectionality, Hayden has spoken for colleges and organizations across the country, including Harvard, Yale, Columbia, the Connecticut Supreme Court, and TEDx. For an overview of Hayden’s most popular workshops and keynotes please visit Campus Pride Comedically, Hayden was a semifinalist for Stand Up NBC, a finalist for Full Frontal with Samantha Bee’s Comedy Writing Mentorship, and has opened and featured for Maria Bamford. Good Things Are...
2024-09-021h 01Good Things Are HappeningDustin ChafinFloating down a river, peeing in a bottle, and getting therapy from a psychologist who only works with comedians...that's what's going on this week with guest Dustin Chafin. Born in a doublewide trailer in Kilgore, Texas; son of a used-car salesman and a beautiful and wild hippy child; grandson of Choctaw Native Americans: Dustin Chafin is both Cowboy and Indian. Dustin set foot in the boxing ring at the young age of five. Full of fight and fury, he quickly won golden gloves. As a young man, Dustin's path took a turn towards the...
2024-08-2659 minGood Things Are HappeningLindsey GlassLindsey Glass is on the pod this week talking about her book, her recovery and her past relationship with Greg. (Editor's note: when Greg told me that his ex-girlfriend was a guest on Good Things, I was like, "Whoa, dude are you sure that's a good idea?" Turns out that yes, it was a good idea, but they talked forever, so I had to cut a lot out. Find the uncut episode with no ads on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodthingsarehappeningpodcast/) Lindsey Glass grew up in New York City and received her B.A. f...
2024-08-191h 02Good Things Are HappeningKevin KraftKevin Kraft is an actor and director, known for The Second Coming of John Cooper, The Howard Stern Show and The Howard Stern Channels on SiriusXM in NYC, and The Burn with Jeff Ross. Most recently, Kevin has been the senior producer for The Jason Ellis Show on SiriusXM in Los Angeles. He has been writing screenplays on the side for years, many of which have done well and even won in film festivals and screenplay competitions. Sponsored by Surfshark! Get a deal at https://get.surfshark.net/SH3q3 Listen to the conversation, get...
2024-08-131h 00Good Things Are HappeningDustin's Family Mystery Part 2The continuing saga of Dustin's family mystery...Dustin connects with his uncle and keeps digging into his missing extended family. Telenovela? Helz yes! Sponsored by Surfshark! Get a deal at https://get.surfshark.net/SH3q3 Listen to the conversation, get some good news, and get some inspiration with the guys on Good Things Are Happening. Visit us on the web at https://www.goodthingspod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodthingsarehappeningpodcast/
2024-08-0514 minGood Things Are HappeningNick GuerraNick Guerra is definitely a comedian that will catch you off guard BUT in a good way. His comedy has been described by his fans as a hilarious soul cleansing experience. A stand up comedian that wants people to not only enjoy his show but leave enjoying life in general. Nick has been featured on the Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, has a Dry Bar comedy special “Enjoy Life” and an HBO half hour comedy special “Love Me At My Worst”. He made his TV debut on the Comedy Central show “Stand Up Revolution with Gabriel Iglesias” and was a fan favori...
2024-07-3047 minGood Things Are HappeningKirk BaltzSponsored by Surfshark! Get a deal at https://get.surfshark.net/SH3q3 Kirk Baltz is a film, theater and television actor who has worked with such noted film directors as Chantal Akerman, Warren Beatty, Oliver Stone, John Woo, Kevin Costner, Quentin Tarantino, Taylor Hackford and Deniz Gamez Erguven to name a few. Kirk has appeared in such noted films as Reservoir Dogs, Bulworth, Natural Born Killers, Face/Off, and Dances With Wolves. In recent years, he's appeared in Taylor Hackford’s Parker, Deniz Erguven’s Kings, and the critically acclaimed short films The Armoire by Eva...
2024-07-231h 02Good Things Are HappeningBest Of: Career Stories and AdviceDustin and Greg are out of town making people laugh, and whenever that happens, this producer gets to work hard putting together a compilation episode of some of our favorite moments on Good Things Are Happening. This one covers career journeys, career advice, stories of serendipity and my favorite, the best heckle ever. Enjoy! - Cecilie Listen to the conversations, get some good news, and have some laughs with the guys on Good Things Are Happening. Visit us on the web at https://www.goodthingspod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodthingsarehappeningpodcast/
2024-07-1653 minGood Things Are HappeningDustin's Family Mystery Part 1Whoa! We didn't see this coming! Dustin uncovers some mysterious information about his father and missing extended family. It's the script for a telenovella in the making. Listen to the conversation, get some good news, and have some laughs with the guys on Good Things Are Happening. Visit us on the web at https://www.goodthingspod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodthingsarehappeningpodcast/
2024-07-0930 minGood Things Are HappeningJay MohrJay Mohr is extremely passionate about the craft of comedy and with that, his primary purpose has always been to make audiences laugh. He's performed for 30+ years in front of sold-out crowds all around the world. Jay's comedy style is bold, hilarious, and fiercely on-point. More than just a comedian, he's also an accomplished actor, with a range of performances that showcase his versatility and talent. From drama to comedy, Jay brings his unique perspective and energy to each & every role he plays. Whether you're a fan of Jay Mohr's stand-up comedy or his work in film and television...
2024-07-011h 03Good Things Are HappeningAdam FerraraAdam Ferrara is an Actor, Comedian who Entertainment Weekly dubbed “Hilarious,” and co-hosted the critically acclaimed BBC sensation, Top Gear US, for six seasons. He starred in the AOL series “In the Drivers Seat with Adam Ferrara,” sponsored by Jaguar and Range Rover and was an online host for “The Barrett Jackson Collector Car Auction.” Growing up on Long, Island Ferrara got his love for muscle cars from his father who could fix anything while Adam’s only job would be holding the light. His podcast, The Adam Ferrara Podcast is a breakout hit and considered a “m...
2024-06-1759 minGood Things Are HappeningJustin FosterJustin Foster is a native Texas comedian now living in Los Angeles. Justin quickly charms the audience and dives into personal stories of sobriety, his depressed dog, and drug dealer Dad. Strange, hilarious, and often unpredictable, Justin travels the country performing at theaters in Seattle, bar basements in North Dakota, and every place in between. Justin has been featured on the Joe Rogan Podcast, SIRIUS/XM, the Burbank Comedy Festival, the Cape Fear Comedy Festival in North Carolina, San Diego Comedy Festival, "Fresh Faces" at the Laugh Factory, and has been voted one of the Top Funniest Comics in...
2024-06-1050 minGood Things Are HappeningNewton MayengeAward Winning HBO Actor Newton Mayenge is best known for his role as NBA Legend Jim Chones on the HBO series Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty. The youngest of four children; Mayenge's parents are of African descent from the Democratic Republic of Congo (Formerly Zaire). With a passion for basketball, he played all through his younger years and received scholarships and played in college. After graduating from the University of North Carolina with dual Bachelor of Arts degrees in Political Science and African-American Studies, he played professional basketball in Germany. After a car crash en...
2024-06-031h 01Good Things Are HappeningGeorge K. BurnsGeorge K. Burns is a comedian, writer, and actor, who has appeared on E! Entertainment, FuboTV and TV One sitcom “Born Again Virgin”. He recently co-created, co-wrote, and executive-produced a scripted comedy series for Audible titled Yes We Cannabis. Born and raised in Tallahassee, FL, George once had dreams of playing professional basketball in the NBA. However, he decided the world wasn't ready for his talents and chose instead to earn a Doctor of Pharmacy degree. Inspired by friends and family who encouraged him to pursue stand-up, he quickly discovered a love for the stage. George is the hi...
2024-05-271h 02Good Things Are HappeningJim HechtJim Hecht is a writer and producer, known for Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty (2022), Robots (2005) and the Ice Age movies. His current project is The Big Cigar, a teleplay that follows The Black Panther Party's founder Huey P. Newton's life. He escaped to Cuba to avoid prosecution for murder with the help of Bert Schneider, the Hollywood producer behind Easy Rider, as well as a few other celebrity radicals. (Streaming now.) Listen to the conversation, get some good news, and have some laughs with the guys on Good Things Are Happening. Visit us o...
2024-05-201h 09Good Things Are HappeningMother's Day MinisodeA minisode for Mother's Day. Dustin and Greg are hanging out on the couch talking about things that people don't know about them, their childhoods, and their mothers. Listen to the conversation, get some good news, and have some laughs with the guys on Good Things Are Happening. Visit us on the web at https://www.goodthingspod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goodthingsarehappeningpodcast/
2024-05-1209 minGood Things Are HappeningMark BrazillGreg and Dustin welcome fellow comedian Mark Brazill to the show. Mark is most well known as being the co-creator of the FOX situation comedy "That '70s Show". As well as That 70's Show, he has been credited for That 80's Show and That 90's Show. He also wrote for and produced 3rd Rock from the Sun, wrote for In Living Color, and co-created and wrote many episodes of Mr. Rhodes, along with several other writing and producing credits. Listen to the conversation, get some good news, and have some laughs with the guys o...
2024-05-061h 13Good Things Are HappeningWillie MaccWillie Macc, a breakout from the hit BET show 'College Hill: Virgin Island,' has transitioned seamlessly from reality TV stardom to an accomplished Hollywood actor and comedian. With over 100 million views on his stand-up and comedy videos across various social media platforms, Willie's humor resonates globally. He's graced screens in over 50 national commercials for brands like Kia, Verizon, Credit Karma, Progressive, Snapple, and more. Beyond commercials, Willie Macc has made notable appearances on shows like CSI, Hulu's 'Casual,' ABC's 'The Goldbergs,' and starred in 'Meet the Spartans' alongside Kevin Sorbo, Carmen Electra, and Tiffany...
2024-04-291h 01Good Things Are HappeningTim DuffyTim Duffy is a Meditation Expert and is in the studio with Greg and Dustin this week teaching al of us how to decrease stress, anxiety & insomnia while increasing focus, creativity & confidence. Tim Duffy is a Peak Performance and Productivity Specialist who combines 15 years of teaching meditation with 20 years in the C-Suite to help executives, employees & organizations thrive. His style playfully modernizes the ancient teachings of mindfulness and adapts them to modern professionals. His clients become happier, healthier people who thrive in their careers and in life. He is a DEI-trained and Mindfulness-Certified, a two-time Emmy Winner...
2024-04-211h 05Good Things Are HappeningZoe FriedmanZoe Friedman shines in the studio with Greg and Dustin this week, talking about her parents and her passion for comedy and helping comics with her organization, Comedy Gives Back. Comedy Gives Back is the safety net for the comedy community by providing financial crisis relief, mental health and chemical dependency treatment sponsorship, and continued community support. Zoe’s keen knowledge of the comedy world has its roots in her childhood, where she grew up at the world-famous comedy club, The Improvisation. Zoe landed her first job at Late Show with David Letterman where her ability to fi...
2024-04-141h 02Good Things Are HappeningGadiel Del OrbeGadiel Del Orbe is kicking back with Greg and Dustin this week, talking about his roots and teaching Dustin how to say his name correctly. Gadiel Del Orbe, the "Comedic Conquistador," hails from the vibrant Dominican Republic and lights up New York City's comedy scene with his infectious humor. Blending tales of his Dominican roots with the hustle of New York life, Gadiel has become a social media sensation, captivating audiences with his unique blend of cultural commentary and everyday hilarity. Whether he's on stage, behind the camera, or potentially on the big screen, Gadiel's storytelling and...
2024-04-061h 00Good Things Are HappeningMatt PinfieldMatt Pinfield visits the studio to gab with Dustin and Greg about his life stories, the gift of sobriety, and of course, music. Matt Pinfield is a well-respected TV and radio host and music historian – and celebrates 36 years in professional radio and 28 years on television. He was the host of numerous MTV programs including the influential alternative show 120 Minutes. He has hosted shows and appeared on many networks and channels including MTV, VH1, MTV2, VH1 Classic, MTV Classic, HDNet, Much Music, USA, AXSTV, Nickelodeon, IFC, FX, Fox, CNN, CNN International, MSNBC, CBS, NBC, and ABC. Matt also au...
2024-03-311h 04Good Things Are HappeningNancy Linehan CharlesNancy Linehan Charles sits down with Greg and Dustin to talk about crying, dying, smoking, and yelling. She also gives all of us great life advice. Nancy Linehan Charles has been a professional actor for more than 40 years. She has appeared in plays from off-Broadway to regional to summer stock. Her favorite roles on the stage include the lead in The Visit, for which she won the Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle Award, and her featured performance in Toys in the Attic, for which she won both the Ovation Award and the L.A. Drama Critics Circle...
2024-03-3156 minGood Things Are HappeningFrankie QuiñonesThis week, Greg and Dustin welcome the very funny, extraordinarily creative Frankie Quiñones. Frankie is a comedian, actor, and creator of the viral CHOLOFIT exercise routines. He stars as Luis in HULU’s critically claimed THIS FOOL, for which he was nominated for Best Supporting Actor in a New Scripted Series by the Film Independent Spirit Awards. Frankie also recurs on FX’s WHAT WE DO IN THE SHADOWS and the animated series FIRED ON MARS and VICTOR & VALENTINO, both for HBO MAX. Other acting credits include MR MAYOR, FELIZ NAVIDAD, THE DRESS UP GANG, and the u...
2024-03-2359 min
CastologyThe Catch and Kill, Cut and Run, Second LifeOi you. Yes you. It's time to find your newest podcast to listen to, via our Castologists. This week Nick gets on the true crime bandwagon with Ronan Farrow's The Catch and Kill; Liz goes with not-so-true crime with the Audible Original podcast (that's technically an audiobook) Cut and Run; and Zane gets his feminst on with a podcast on female entrepreneurship, Second Life. Then, stay tuned for all the reviews you can handle from last week's recommendations.Liz Recommends - Cut and Runhttps://www.audible.com/pd/Cut-and-Run-Audiobook/B082YHVMCG
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