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Funny Girl PodcastRachel Samples: Tik Tok Round Ups & (GRE) Golden Retriever EnergyThis week Laurina interviews comedian and master of Tik Tok Round Ups, Rachel Samples! In the episode they discuss Rachel's experience posting sketches/skits, taking improv in college, and who inspires her the most. They also chat about being in the older millennial crowd, George Washington pool hair, and the big life change Rachel is making!
Follow Rachel at @heyfreesamples on Instagram, @heyfreesamples on Tik Tok, AND her website - https://www.heyfreesamples.com/ to check out more of her amazing work!
2023-07-2758 minFunny Girl PodcastJoel Byars: Clean Comedy and Hot BreathThis week Laurina interviews the lovely stand up comedian and podcast host, Joel Byars! They discuss how he founded Hot Breath! Comedy and the community that has been built over time. He also offers classes/workshops and an incredible mix of entertaining and educational episodes so be sure to check him out. Throughout the episode, Joel talks about how he went live every day for 400 days doing joke writing exercises, his best (and worse) experiences performing live, and gives Laurina advice on Producing/Hosting her first comedy show in LA! Most importantly he talks about his new CLEAN comedy...
2023-06-2256 minFunny Girl PodcastMax Castillo: The Art Of Multitasking & Silly GuysOn this weeks episode Laurina interviews LA-based actor, comedian, stand-up, and writer - Max Castillo. Max discusses how he started comedy in Los Angeles, leaned into the digital world, founded a live sketch comedy group This or That and currently produces two shows in LA - Scoopty Boopty’s AND The Garden. Safe to say Max has mastered the art of multitasking.
Make sure to check out Max on Instagram at @bigtimemaca and his website at www.maxcastillocomedy.com/
UPCOMING SHOWS:
LOS ANGELES FRINGE FESTIVAL (with This or T...
2023-06-161h 02Funny Girl PodcastAli Fischbein: Producing A Comedy Show & The New York SceneListen to this weeks episode as Laurina interviews Comedy Booker and Producer, Ali Fischbein! During the episode they discuss how Ali started producing, what her first experience was like in New York, and how Ali came up with the name Lil Fish comedy!
2023-06-0735 minFunny Girl PodcastIsabella Gerasole: Getting Out Of Your Comfort Zone & Clown ClassThis week, Laurina interviews Actor and Comedian Isabella Gerasole Ravioli! The Italian Libra duo discuss topics such as: the importance of trusting yourself on stage, Isabella starting out in theatre then transitioning into improv/comedy, and what it was like being a child star. They also dive into the different aspects of open mics and comedy shows, joke writing plus storytelling, and much more!
Be sure to follow Isabella on Instagram to keep up with her upcoming shows at @isabellagerasole and check out her website at https://isabellagerasole.com
2023-06-0155 minFunny Girl PodcastCecily Breaux: Butt Cheeks & Being Your Own BossThis week Laurina interviews Actress, Writer, Comedian, and Creator/Producer of The Breaux Show - Cecily Breaux! During the episode they discuss how Cecily began performing and taking classes, what movie inspired her to start acting, how she created her own Improv group, and advice for people who do not like being told what to do!
Follow @cecilybreaux on IG for upcoming shows and check out her website, www.cecilybreaux.space to see her short film, sketches, and much more!
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2023-05-111h 05Funny Girl PodcastJewell Karinen: Take a Break & Creative BoundariesListen to this weeks very fun episode where Laurina interviews Actress, Improviser, and Writer - Jewell Karinen who recently starred in the incredible D&D-based web series, The Party, as the character Ecstasy. Throughout the episode they discuss the importance of taking a step back to see the bigger picture, how to work smarter not harder, and which fan fiction Jewell fell in love with during the pandemic. Jewell also dives deeper into the process of auditioning, filming, and taking an improv class as someone who “geeks out” for improv on The Party.
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2023-05-041h 05Funny Girl PodcastCT Jones: Rolling Stone Internet Culture Reporter & Cringe ContentListen to this weeks episode as Laurina interviews the lovely CT Jones - a journalist for the Rolling Stone who covers digital trends and the creator economy. They discuss topics like - looking at memes and digital culture from a scholarship angle, how CT became a writer, what happens when articles are NSFP (not safe for parents), and how effective the D.A.R.E. program actually was.
If you're in New York on April 29th, go see CT at Digital Void's Festival - Memes, Myths, and Magic! Tickets here
2023-04-2754 minFunny Girl PodcastChris Griggs: Teachers Pet & Words of WisdomThis week Laurina interviews her first ever Improv teacher, Chris Griggs! Chris is an actor, improviser, and standup comedian originally from Memphis and currently based in NY who studied with Second City, UCB and the PIT. In the episode Chris discusses how he started teaching, his views on improv vs stand up, his recipe for a good joke, and his overall journey in entertainment.
Follow Chris at @chrisgriggscomedy on Instagram and check out his website www.chrisgriggscomedy.com to see what courses he is offering and more!
2023-04-201h 08Funny Girl PodcastGrant Lease: The Power of Therapy & Deflecting with HumorBe sure to listen to this weeks episode as Laurina interviews Grant Lease - a Writer, Podcast Producer, Musician, and Creative Executive at All Things Comedy. Throughout the episode they discuss topics ranging from: navigating sobriety and mental health in LA, converting to a Dungeons and Dragons lover, the different paths he experienced in entertainment, and what it was like being in the writers room for Ted Lasso. If you listen to the episode Grant shares a special offer to Funny Girl listeners!
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2023-04-061h 00Funny Girl PodcastFunny Girl (not) The Musical & Real TalkListen to this week episode as Laurina discusses updates including: A review of a live show based in NY - UpDating, this years Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, and the launch of a new Standup Comedy Streaming Service. She also gives her honest opinion about the podcast name and potential updates for the future of FGP!
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2023-03-3024 minFunny Girl PodcastSheena Melwani: Finding Your Voice and Inspiring SuccessTune into this weeks ~refreshing~ episode as Laurina interviews Musician, Performer, Content Creator, and Entertainer: Sheena Melwani! This week they discuss the path to authenticity, finding your voice (literally), navigating passion whilst breaking different barriers in the entertainment industry, and who inspires Sheena the most. Sheena also leaves listeners with true inspiration and motivation to last you through the week.
Follow @Sheenamelwani on Spotify, IG, Youtube, and Tik Tok to listen to her incredible music and for hilarious/wholesome content!
2023-03-231h 06Funny Girl PodcastAura Readings & Age GapsOn this weeks episode Laurina discusses Joe Rogan’s Comedy Club that just opened, her experience at an open mic called Funny Games, an unexpected aura reading, and one of the biggest astrological events of 2023!
Please be sure to RATE, REVIEW, AND SUBSCRIBE & follow @funnygirlpodcast for updates!
2023-03-0932 minFunny Girl PodcastJustin Martindale: Hecklers & The Aha MomentListen to this weeks episode where Laurina interviews Stand-Up Comic/Writer/Podcast Host Justin Martindale as they discuss: The journey to becoming a Stand Up Comedian, if a Zombie Apocalypse would be the worst thing to happen to LA, and the incredible story of how he became a regular at the Comedy Store. Justin also shares a handful of very useful lesson for comics/performers!
More about Justin Martindale:
Justin is an LA based Stand Up Comedian originally from Texas who hosts the popular weekly podcast called “Just Sayin’ with Justin Martindale”. He has made severa...
2023-02-161h 00Funny Girl PodcastDad Jokes & Flip PhonesListen to this weeks episode as Laurina discusses updates from the last few weeks including: a new open mic she tried out, going on a vacation with therapist, her valentines poem, and more!
Be sure to RATE/REVIEW/SUBSCRIBE to the podcast and follow @laurina_sacchetti and @funnygirlpodcast on Instagram for updates!
2023-02-1023 minFunny Girl PodcastYouTwoTV (Jaz Saini & Harjit Bhandal): Tumblr Rants & Manifesting FameListen to this weeks episode as Laurina interviews YouTwoTV duo: Jaz Saini and Harjit Bhandal! They discuss creating sketches, advice for future creators, twerking classes, and what their original channel name was going to be.
Follow @youtwotv on Instagram/YouTube, @whoisharjit and @sincerelyxjaz
2023-02-021h 13Funny Girl PodcastChris Cafero: Sketch Comedy & Butterfly Kisses - PART IIListen to this weeks episode as the Funnygirlpodcast has a PART II interview with Chris Cafero! They discuss Chris joining a broadway softball league, bumping into his childhood crush in the worst way, and the origin story of sketch group UNCLE FUNCTION.
Follow @chriscafero on IG, and check out https://www.chriscafero.com/ for Audition Coaching, his recurring TV roles, VO, and more!
2023-01-2647 minFunny Girl PodcastChris Cafero: Middle Child Syndrome & Greek Life - PART ITune into this weeks episode as Laurina interviews Actor, Writer, Comedian, Producer, and Uncle Function Member - Chris Cafero. They discuss what it’s like newly moving to Los Angeles, Chris beginning his acting career at 15, and the difference between a frat and a fraternity in the PART I of the interview.
Follow @chriscafero on IG, and check out https://www.chriscafero.com/ for Audition Coaching, his recurring TV roles, VO, and more!
2023-01-1955 minFunny Girl PodcastAshley Ray: Comedy Festivals & 52 First DatesOn this weeks episode Laurina interviews Stand-Up Comic, Actor, TV Writer, and Podcast Host - Ashley Ray. They chat about seeing Ashley at Aggressively Alive, Sliding Into DMS, and the Comedy Scene in Chicago (and New York) versus Los Angeles. Listen to this weeks episode as they discuss: Voice Notes, Dating “Icks”, and a New Dating Experiment Ashley is doing in 2023.
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on IG, and check out theashleyray.com to see her upcoming shows, newsletters, and more!
2023-01-121h 03Funny Girl PodcastComedy Show Review & Saying Goodbye to 2022This week is the last episode of 2022! Laurina reviews her experience seeing Mae Martin at The Elysian and Aggressively Alive’s last show of 2022. She discusses spending the holidays in New York with her (very) Italian family… and the “shocking” stocking items she received. She comes to terms with the possibility that her childhood may not be normal and she might’ve been an ugly baby. There’s also a fun “funnygirlpodcast” milestone celebrated!
2022-12-2938 minFunny Girl PodcastMackenzie Barmen: Putting The “High” In High School & One Woman ShowThis week Laurina is in New York recording the episode in her childhood home while interviewing Director, Producer, Voice-Over Artist, Filmmaker, Singer, Host of the BULLSHITTERY Podcast, Comedian, and Content Creator - Mackenzie Barmen! Listen to this weeks episode as they discuss: the Power of Manifestation, The Male Gaze (or Gays), one of Mackenzie’s many special talents, how taking Improv classes is good for your Mental Health, and much much more.
2022-12-231h 26Funny Girl PodcastJimmy Murrill: Vine Stardom & Road Trip EssentialsOn this weeks episode, Laurina interviews Vine Star and Content Creator Jimmy Murrill about his journey from the Vine era to today’s comedy scene. They discuss which Vine video was his first “taste of viralness”, the value of being authentic in the entertainment world, and his experience creating “Two Drink Minimum” - a podcast with friends. Laurina also introduces a new segment this episode called KFM: Food Edition.
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2022-12-151h 02Funny Girl PodcastAlex Bonifer: Life Is Improvising & Turning Down SNLThis week Laurina interviews Writer, Comedian, Groundlings Main Company Member and Neil on the TV Series KEVIN CAN F*** HIMSELF - Alex Bonifer! In this episode Alex talks about different audition processes, new comedy/entertainment terms, why he had to turn down an SNL opportunity, and if comfortability is a word. He also gives us a look into his sketch ideas and what the process is like!
Warning: Sports analogies are in this episode
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2022-12-081h 10Funny Girl PodcastHoliday Hard Launch & Breaking CharacterOn this weeks episode, Laurina talks about working in the service industry and the (uncut) gem that is Julia Fox. Laurina discusses upcoming live comedy shows in Southern California this week, TV recommendations, and how Spotify Wrapped is (too) important to everyone.
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2022-12-0132 minFunny Girl PodcastCelebrating Thanksgiving Day & Saturday Night FeverOn this weeks Thanksgiving episode, Laurina talks about how she built character throughout the years and what holiday season can mean for some. A new segment is introduced on the podcast where Laurina informs listeners on upcoming comedy shows that are happening in the Los Angeles area every week! Be sure to tune it to find out who may be performing at a venue near you… oh and there’s a little ASMR whether you (or she) like it or not.
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2022-11-2424 minFunny Girl PodcastLuke Touma: “Bombing” On Stage & Edge LordsOn this weeks episode, Laurina interviews NY based comedian Luke Touma as they discuss his path starting out in comedy at 19 years old and his advice for aspiring comics. A few topics covered are cancel culture, if airhorns are a good way to handle hecklers, Luke’s experience “bombing” on stage, and what it was like being the OG host of the “Excuse Me, What!?” show.
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2022-11-171h 00Funny Girl PodcastAnncy Twinkle: Pursuing Dreams from Dubai to LA & Sugar BabiesListen to this weeks episode as Laurina interviews a true Dubai star, Anncy Twinkle. They discuss Anncy's story of pursuing entertainment and moving across the world from Dubai to Los Angeles. They touch upon topics ranging from horoscopes, television show characters, the transition into comedy, and what it felt like “making it”.
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2022-11-1048 min
Funny Girl PodcastFlying Solo & Return Of The GhostThe Funny Girl(s) Podcast is BACK after a long hiatus with some BIG updates and changes. Laurina discusses the new format for the podcast and shares what’s been going on since the last episode. Stay tuned for more exciting things happening.
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2022-11-0317 min
Funny Girl PodcastDissecting Our First Negative Review & Character CreationsThe Funny Girls are back to discuss a WACK review. Pun intended (you'll get it if you listen...) The girls discuss if this review is legit or not, our defense to their argument, structuring a podcast, Laurina's working on skit work, and our journey with leaning into who we are in careers.
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2022-06-2827 minFunny Girl PodcastDaphnique Springs: Born with Hustle & Pivoting from Chemistry to Stand-upThis week on the Funny Girls Podcast, Comedian Daphnique Springs is here! We chat about Daphnique's journey as an entrepreneur, being born with a hustle work ethic, what it is like being a female in comedy, pivoting at different points in her career, and her current manifestations & goals.
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Tour Dates:
6/20-6/26 Las Vegas
7/29-7/30 Chicago
2022-06-2143 minFunny Girl PodcastTori Chancellor: Nepotism Can Be Enough & Alabama to West HollywoodFunny Girls Podcast is back with the hilarious Tori Chancellor. They chat about Tori moving from Alabama to West Hollywood, what brought her to LA, first job in comedy to what she is doing now, her policy on fake it until you make it, fun Pride stories and of course...when she bombed.
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2022-06-0749 minFunny Girl PodcastEveryone Should Take a Standup Class & Don't Do DrugsFunny Girls Podcast is back with Laurina and Helena discussing: The roof flying off of Laurina's car... no really. What both gals are like in the scenario, Liam Neeson Energy, Why everyone should take a standup class, and a Kim Kardashian debate.
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2022-05-3146 minFunny Girl PodcastRachel Heffler: Managing Comedians & Dirty DisneyFunny Girls Podcast is back with guest Rachel Heffler. Rachel is a 28 year old comedy manager in LA. Rachel and the girls discuss her road to becoming a manager, what happens when your grandma declares her hotel room an apartment, working 24/7, and moving to LA to pursue a dream. Rachel shares her hilarious stories of what it is like to be in the entertainment industry.
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2022-05-2435 minFunny Girl PodcastHow to Fail a Job Interview & There Are Bad QuestionsThe Funny Girls Podcast is back this week with an episode detailing the fails of interviewing for Laurina and Helena. They go through what it's like to make huge mistakes in your first job. We learn both Laurina and Helena agree that Geoff vs Jeff is not obvious pronunciation and other moments that shape you in high school and college.
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2022-05-1735 minFunny Girl PodcastAggressively Alive & Met Gala RoommateFunny Girls Podcast is back this week with some updates on the shows they have been to in the past week in LA, flying across the country with an hours notice, and what happens when you make an untimely "woo!" at a comedy show.
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2022-05-1026 minFunny Girl PodcastAccidental Shrooms & Coachella QualmsThe Funny Girls Podcast is back this week with an episode that we debrief on what has been happening during the actual time the second episode and third episode were recorded (months have passed between.) Laurina and Helena give updates on their standup missions, and what it's like to not feel funny for periods of time. They go into Coachella and what happens when you take too many shrooms, updates on dating lives since the previous episode, and a 4/20 work event turned into a questionable DM slide.
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2022-05-0339 minFunny Girl PodcastFuneral Date & Getting Stood UpOn this weeks episode Laurina & Helena go into what it’s like to be taken on a date to a funeral... as a surprise. When someone asks for your Instagram before your phone number. Red Flags vs Green flags. Meeting the guy you’re seeing’s friends at Karaoke for the first time. They discuss what open mics they have been to in LA and what they have been up to in the comedy scene.
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2022-04-2641 minFunny Girl PodcastTwo Girls, One PodcastWelcome to the first episode of the Funny Girls Podcast!! This episode gives you the origin story of how this podcast came to be. Laurina and Helena discuss living parallel lives: growing up together, going to the same college, living in NYC, and what brought them together in LA to start a podcast.
The gals get into how they both started standup in LA, fully fail at telling stories (in multiple settings) and how awkward that truly can be. Whether you’re making a fool of yourself or defending the honor of having a party in your studio apartment that dou...
2022-04-1927 minFunny Girl PodcastIntroducing: Funny Girls PodcastFunny Girls is an unscripted standup and lifestyle podcast community with hosts Helena Rosen and Laurina Sacchetti who are navigating starting out in standup comedy, what it’s like being a 20-something in LA, moving across the county, changing jobs and pursuing dreams. The hosts will chat with people at all levels who perform standup and work in the comedy scene. This podcast is for anyone that is the 'funny girl' (or guy!) in their group of friends or if you like to laugh... Follow @funnygirlspodcast on IG
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