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Behind The FunnyEp 403 Annie Powell "A Fine Line Between Comedy And Tragedy"Annie " Bananie " Powell joins us in the Acement for a great conversation. She has had to overcome adversity and tragedy several times but came through with her sense of humor intact. Starting in LA unintentionally, she never looked back. Her quick wit was on display in this episode, did Scott and Ace could keep up? Check out Annie at https://www.facebook.com/annie.powell.39 or https://www.instagram.com/anniepowell_comedy/Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scot...
2025-05-291h 22Behind The FunnyEp 400 Doug Stanhope "Rather Be On Cops Than Letterman"Our 400th Episode is a Wow Moment for Ace and Scott. Stand up great Doug Stanhope joins us in the Acement. He is known for The Man Show and Howard Stern's show where he is a favorite. His wow moment was a first for BTF and imagine what his Funny Bad Gig can be. Check out Doug at https://www.dougstanhope.com/ and his latest special https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tEJQO-1DADIGo to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com...
2025-05-081h 08Behind The FunnyEp 396 Pat McCloud "Apologies And Celebrity Pics"Pat McCloud joins us in the Acement this week. You may recognize Pat's name from Scott's previous snide remarks, so we start with clearing the air. Pat is known for his ability to meet and get pictures with some very famous people including one that flew him home on a private jet. Pat is well known and well liked in the Boston Comedy Community. Check out Pat at https://www.facebook.com/pat.mcloud.31Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com...
2025-04-101h 23Behind The FunnyEp 388 Chris Duffy "Wrong Answers Only"Chris Duffy joins us in the Acement this week. We discuss his live show Wrong Answers Only where he has comedians come on with scientists and his podcast How To Be A Better Human, which Ace and Scott could certainly benefit from. We find out Chris started in Boston and we have familiar friends. Check out Chris at https://chrisduffycomedy.com/Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins
2025-02-1352 minBehind The FunnyEp 384 Best Of 2024Scott and Ace share some of their favorite moments from 2024, including guests Brian Lafountaine, Jay Burns and Grandma Martha, Roddy Thomas, Samba Schutte, Al Park, Brad and Jeff Pierce, Jim Colliton, The Funbearable Podcast, Dan Martin, Myq Kaplan, Brad Mastrangelo, Doug Key, Rob Pierce, and Johnny Ater.
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2025-01-1657 minBehind The FunnyEp 383 Best Of The Funny Bad Gigs 2024This week Scott and Ace look back at some of their favorite funny bad gig stories from 2024 from Rob Pierce, Doug Key, Dan Boulger, Brad Mastrangelo, Ahmed Bahroocha, Johnny Ater, Dan Martin, Jim Coliton, Ian Harvie, Helene Angley, Samba Schutte and Mike Young.
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2025-01-091h 05Behind The FunnyEp 374 David Naughton "An American Werewolf In The Acement"We are starstruck in the Acement this week, not just Tom Stewart, but actor David Naughton joins us for SCOTTOBER. We wanted to talk about his gound breaking movie An American Werewolf In London. Of course, 12 year old Scott and Ace wanted to ask about his 80's movie Hot Dog. What award did American Werewolf start? Listen and find out. Check out David at https://www.instagram.com/imdavid_naughton
Tom's Podcast https://myparanormalstory.libsyn.com/
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2024-10-311h 11Behind The FunnyEp 370 Dustin Pari "A Motivational Ghosthunter"It's Scottober in the Acement, so Tom Stewart joins us Scott and Ace as cohost. Dustin Pari for Ghosthunters International is this week's guest to start Scottober 2024. He not only is a member of TAPS and has been on Ghosthunters and Ghosthunters International, Dustin is an author, lecturer, and motivational speaker. What event led him to paranormal research? Listen and find out. Check out Dustin at Dustin Pari
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2024-10-031h 11Behind The FunnyEp 364 Ian Harvie "The Official Trandyman"After seeing him in the penultimate episode of Curb Your Enthusiasm, we knew we had to have Maine native Ian Harvie in the Acement for a discussion on his comedy and acting career. From his stand up special "May The Best C*ck Win" to shows like Curb and Will & Grace, Ian had plenty of stories. Why is he Scott's spirit animal? Listen and find out. Check out Ian at https://ianharvie.com/ or on https://www.instagram.com/officialtrandyman/
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2024-08-221h 26Behind The FunnyEp 360 Jim Colliton "I'm Super Cool Around Celebrities"Jim Colliton is today's guest in the Acement. Jim is a Boston Comedy staple and long time friend of Scott and Ace. Comics admire his fast wit and incredible story telling ability. He is prolific writer with multiple specials and recordings including his latest special Ultimate Dad on Youtube. Even a comic with Jim's talent has a great funny bad gig story. Check out Jim at https://jimwhat.com/
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2024-07-261h 18Behind The FunnyEp 356 Messing With Scammers TalkScott tells a story of a famous actor, so he thought, he was talking to online. Ace almost the same. Just so happens good friend of BTF, Tom Stewart, has a Facebook page dedicated to messing with scammers. https://www.facebook.com/messingwithtom , We had fun discussing and reading some of them.
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2024-06-2744 minBehind The FunnyEp 352 Tyler Hittner "Hardest Working Comic On 2 Wheels"Tyler Hittner joins us in the Acement. Tyler may have trouble walking but he has no problem getting laughs. Constantly working on his craft, he recently earned a residency at the famed Broadway Comedy Club in NYC. Check out Tyler at https://www.facebook.com/Wheelz1990 , Ace Aceto at https://www.facebook.com/ace.aceto.3 , and Scott Higgins at https://www.facebook.com/ScottHigginsFunny
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2024-05-301h 05Behind The FunnyEp 348 Alana Foden "Road Trippin With a NH Goddess"This week the Acement travels to southern NH for a conversation with Alana Foden. Ace and Scott were doing a show for Alana so why have Behind The Funny Conversation before hand. Alana has built a great following for her comedy shows in southern NH and as a comedian. What was Alana's funny bad gig? Listen and find out. To check out Alana, go to https://www.facebook.com/AlanaFoden/
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2024-05-0841 minBehind The FunnyEp 347 Ahmed Bharoocha "AKA Almond Birdsh*t"Ahmed Bharoocha joins us in the Acement this week. Ahmed started comedy in New England while attending URI. He found success in the northeast and made the move to LA. Ahmed eventually earned a Comedy Central Half Hour Special, appeared on Conan, and was on the show Dream Corp LLC. When he returned to his alma mater URI to perform in front of 8k people, how did it go? Listen and find out. Check out Ahmed's sketch group at https://www.youtube.com/@DeadKevinSketch and Dream Corp LLC now on Hulu.
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2024-05-081h 00Behind The FunnyEp 346 Mike Murray "Full Circle"One of our favorite guests, Mike Murray, is in the Acement this week. Mike goes with Behind The Funny like bourbon and chocolate milk. Mike is an amazing story teller on and off the stage. He has a such a unique viewpoint, we love having him on. What group of people does Mike upset during his Funny Bad Gig story? Listen and find out. Check out Mike at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551419237219
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2024-05-081h 21Behind The FunnyEp 345 Bill and Bethany Simas from Funny 4 Funds "One Chin, Brown Hair, & Hope; $10 Million Laughs"Bill and Bethany Simas join us in the Acement this week to talk about their comedy night fundraising company Funny 4 Funds and their recent acheivement, $10 million raised in 10 years. The company started with a conversation between two comics, Bill Simas and Mike Murray, and now has multiple branches running from Maine to Florida. What made Bill, a successful comic, focus his career on a fundraising company? What are some of the strangest items they help auction off at Funny 4 Funds events? Listen and find out. Check out Funny 4 Funds at www.funny4funds.com
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2024-05-081h 13Behind The FunnyEp 344 Doug Guertin "Open Mics, Beer, and Belly Laughs"Doug Guertin joins Scott and Ace in the Acement for a discussion on starting comedy in Worcester MA, his favorite headliners, amazing moments, and his funny bad gigs. What hugely popular show has Doug never watched? Listen and find out/. Check Doug out at https://www.facebook.com/digguertin
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2024-05-081h 26Behind The FunnyEp 343 Max Dolcelli & Linda Belt "Brewing Up City Steam Memories"Ace and Scott found out that CT club City Steam's Brew Ha Ha Comedy Club was closing so decided to reminisce about the club with friends Max Dolcelli and Linda Belt. The club opened in the late 80s and has been a staple of CT Comedy ever since.
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2024-05-081h 14Behind The FunnyEp 342 Derrick Fonseca "Here Just To Get F**k Up in the Acement"Derrick Fonseca joins Ace in the Acement while Scott is in Vegas. Derrick always is a great conversation and has really good insight on comedy and performing. Derrick started comedy at 17 yo, so he was already a veteran in his 20's. A staple in the New England comedy scene and a great friend of the show. Check out Derrick at https://www.facebook.com/derrick.fonseca
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2024-05-081h 26Behind The FunnyEp 336 Doug Key "Rogue Island Comic"Doug Key joins us in the Acement this week. Doug's debut comedy special “Mother of the Year” presented by Mark Normand recently premiered on Normand’s YouTube channel, garnering nearly 100K views in less than one month. Doug founded the Rogue Island Comedy Festival that has become so popular, it now happens over two three day weekends every year bringing in comedians from all over the country. Starting in RI, he now headlines all over the country.
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2024-05-081h 16Behind The FunnyEp 348 Alana Foden "Road Trippin With a NH Goddess"This week the Acement travels to southern NH for a conversation with Alana Foden. Ace and Scott were doing a show for Alana so why have Behind The Funny Conversation before hand. Alana has built a great following for her comedy shows in southern NH and as a comedian. What was Alana's funny bad gig? Listen and find out. To check out Alana, go to https://www.facebook.com/AlanaFoden/ Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins
2024-05-0241 minBehind The FunnyEp 347 Ahmed Bharoocha "AKA Almond Birdsh*t"Ahmed Bharoocha joins us in the Acement this week. Ahmed started comedy in New England while attending URI. He found success in the northeast and made the move to LA. Ahmed eventually earned a Comedy Central Half Hour Special, appeared on Conan, and was on the show Dream Corp LLC. When he returned to his alma mater URI to perform in front of 8k people, how did it go? Listen and find out. Check out Ahmed's sketch group at https://www.youtube.com/@DeadKevinSketch and Dream Corp LLC now on Hulu. Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindt...
2024-04-251h 00Behind The FunnyEp 346 Mike Murray "Full Circle"One of our favorite guests, Mike Murray, is in the Acement this week. Mike goes with Behind The Funny like bourbon and chocolate milk. Mike is an amazing story teller on and off the stage. He has a such a unique viewpoint, we love having him on. What group of people does Mike upset during his Funny Bad Gig story? Listen and find out. Check out Mike at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551419237219 Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic...
2024-04-181h 21Behind The FunnyEp 345 Bill and Bethany Simas from Funny 4 Funds "One Chin, Brown Hair, & Hope; $10 Million Laughs"Bill and Bethany Simas join us in the Acement this week to talk about their comedy night fundraising company Funny 4 Funds and their recent acheivement, $10 million raised in 10 years. The company started with a conversation between two comics, Bill Simas and Mike Murray, and now has multiple branches running from Maine to Florida. What made Bill, a successful comic, focus his career on a fundraising company? What are some of the strangest items they help auction off at Funny 4 Funds events? Listen and find out. Check out Funny 4 Funds at www.funny4funds.com Go to https://ww...
2024-04-111h 13Behind The FunnyEp 344 Doug Guertin "Open Mics, Beer, and Belly Laughs"Doug Guertin joins Scott and Ace in the Acement for a discussion on starting comedy in Worcester MA, his favorite headliners, amazing moments, and his funny bad gigs. What hugely popular show has Doug never watched? Listen and find out/. Check Doug out at https://www.facebook.com/digguertin Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins
2024-04-041h 26Behind The FunnyEp 343 Max Dolcelli & Linda Belt "Brewing Up City Steam Memories"Ace and Scott found out that CT club City Steam's Brew Ha Ha Comedy Club was closing so decided to reminisce about the club with friends Max Dolcelli and Linda Belt. The club opened in the late 80s and has been a staple of CT Comedy ever since. Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins
2024-03-281h 14Behind The FunnyEp 342 Derrick Fonseca "Here Just To Get F**k Up in the Acement"Derrick Fonseca joins Ace in the Acement while Scott is in Vegas. Derrick always is a great conversation and has really good insight on comedy and performing. Derrick started comedy at 17 yo, so he was already a veteran in his 20's. A staple in the New England comedy scene and a great friend of the show. Check out Derrick at https://www.facebook.com/derrick.fonseca Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins
2024-03-211h 26Behind The FunnyEp 341 Roddy Thomas "Don't Let Anyone Take Your Dreams"Roddy Thomas joins us in the Acement this week. Roddy is a long time friend and veteran of the New England comedy scene. He is a comedian and show producer through his Northeast Comedy Review production company. Roddy is one of the most likeable people in the northeast comedy scene and a great storyteller. Check out Roddy Thomas at https://www.facebook.com/comicroddy Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins
2024-03-141h 08Behind The FunnyEp 340 Mike McCarthy "The Comedy Barbarian Returns"Mike McCarthy returns to the Acement for a discussion on all things stand up comedy. Mike is one of the best storytellers out there. He has spent 30 plus years entertaining people nationwide and has the gig stories to go with it, good and funny bady gigs. Check out Mike at https://www.facebook.com/mike.mccarthy.9231 Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins
2024-03-071h 32Behind The FunnyEp 339 Derek Furtado "Swinging Some Big Comedy Energy"Derek Furtado joins us in the Acement this week. Derek is a long time friend of the podcast and always and great conversation. His insight into comedy and performing is always intriguing. We get into Derek's move to NY from RI and the difference between the scenes. Check out Derek at https://www.facebook.com/ComedianDerekFurtado/ Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins
2024-02-291h 13Behind The FunnyEp 338 Dan Boulger "How To Start Comedy, Win The Boston Comedy Festival"Dan Boulger is our guest this week in the Acement. We wanted to talk to him for awhile. Dan is one of those comics who is loved by audiences and comics alike. Known for his witty writing and sarcastic delivery, we knew he'd be a great conversation. He loves to push the envelope so we knew the stories would be great, and he didn't disappoint. Check out Dan at https://www.instagram.com/boulgerdan Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/store...
2024-02-2242 minBehind The FunnyEp 337 Brad Mastrangelo "Comedy's Best Kept Secret"Brad Mastrangelo joins us in the Acement this week to discuss his new comedy CD. We also discuss some old school Boston comics and comedy shows. Brad's a great story teller so you know we got a great funny bad gig story. Check out Brad and his new CD at https://bradmastrangelo.com/ Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins
2024-02-151h 16Behind The FunnyEp 336 Doug Key "Rogue Island Comic"Doug Key joins us in the Acement this week. Doug's debut comedy special “Mother of the Year” presented by Mark Normand recently premiered on Normand’s YouTube channel, garnering nearly 100K views in less than one month. Doug founded the Rogue Island Comedy Festival that has become so popular, it now happens over two three day weekends every year bringing in comedians from all over the country. Starting in RI, he now headlines all over the country. Check out Doug at https://www.dougkeycomedy.com/ and his special at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=918zKX6IxS4 Go to https://www.buymeacoffee...
2024-02-081h 16Behind The FunnyEp 335 Rob Pierce "I Don't Like Attention"Rob Pierce joins us in the Acement tonight. Rob is a comic that doesn't like attention. He tried comedy to say he could do it and has been doing it over a decade. Working at a comedy club, Rob experiences comedy from both sides of the stage. It was an interesting conversation to contrast the two. Does Rob have a funny bad gig, of course he does. Check out Rob at https://www.instagram.com/robpiercestand_up
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2024-02-011h 21Behind The FunnyEp 334 Brian LaFontaine "From Periwinkle"s RI To Netflix's Ozarks"What is an actor who has been in Netflix's Ozarks with Jason Bateman and the movie The Contractor with Chris Pine doing in the Acement. Brian LaFontaine started comedy with Ace Aceto at Periwinkle's Comedy Club back in the day in RI. Ace and Brian discuss performing together and Brian's transition to acting. Find out why good hair is so important to acting. Check out Brian's roles at https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0480961/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1
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2024-01-251h 16Behind The FunnyEp 333 Brad Pierce "His Legend Continues"Brad Pierce joins us in the Acement to update Ace and Scott with his latest gig stories. One thing we knew with Brad, he is guaranteed to have put himself in some unique and uncomfortable situations. Tune in and find out what pain he's caused himself and how he got out of it.
Check out Brad at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552022278766
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2024-01-181h 02Behind The FunnyEp 332 Brian Mulhern "Writing Plays Or Punchlines, Always Entertaining"Scott and Ace welcome friend of the podcast Brian Mulhern to the Acement. Brian recently had a successful run of his play "The Butterfly Boys" and is currently working on a new play, a comedy. Another friend, Brad Pierce, sits in on the conversation so you know there were great stories shared.
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2024-01-111h 10Behind The FunnyEp 331 BTF 2023 Best MomentsThis week is some of our favorite moments from 2023. We talked with some of our idols this year including Roger Kabler, Jonathan Groff, Bob Nelson, and Craig Shoemaker. Plus we pulled some moments where Ace made Scott laugh hard and we also debut a new segment called Scottie Two Times.
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2024-01-0453 minBehind The FunnyEp 330 2023 Best of The Funny Bad Gig StoriesAce and Scott always love to ask guests for their funny bad gig stories. Comedians love to listen to each others stories of horrible gigs, so why not put them all together for one great episode of funny bad gig stories. These are some of our favorites from 2023.
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2023-12-301h 27Behind The FunnyEp 329 Best Of Scottober 2023This week we go over some of Ace and Scott's (mostly Ace's) favorite moments from 2023's Scottober. Honorary cohost Tom Stewart joined us once again this year with amazing guests Tony Moschetto (MUFON), Steve Gonsalves (Ghosthunters), Ken DeCosta (RISEUP Paranormal) and Cody DesBiens and Satori Hawes (The Paranormal Couple). From UFO discussions to our investigation at the Conjuring house and Ace's mind blowing moment there it was quite a year.
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2023-12-211h 19Behind The FunnyEp 328 SNL Season 10 Discussion w/ Brian Mulhern, Dan Smith, & Brendan KirbyThis was one of our favorite discussions, the magical season 10 of SNL. Brian Mulhern, Dan Smith, and Brendan Kirby join us in the Acement to talk about the great characters and sketches that came out of that season. All three of our guest have worked on TV and have comedy writing credits so we knew they would have great insight. With an amazing cast including Billy Crystal, Martin Short, Christopher Guest, among others along with a writing staff that included Larry David, SNL Season 10 was legendary.
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2023-12-141h 37Behind The FunnyEp 327 Mark Riccadonna "Discussing Dry Bar & Downey Dollars"Mark Riccadonna is in the Acement this week. Mark is an old friend of the show and co-host of one of our sister podcasts Drinks, Joke, & Storytelling! Mark calls in from the green room of a gig to talk about his Dry Bar special that was just released called Domestic Nomad and the adventure he had getting there. What are Downey Dollars? Listen and find out. Check out Mark's Dry Bar special at https://www.drybarcomedy.com/markr & Check Mark out at https://markriccadonna.com/
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2023-12-071h 11Behind The FunnyEp 326 Aaron Leidecker "Everyone Killed, Almost Everyone"Aaron Leidecker is in the Acement this week. Aaron got on stage for the first time only a few years ago, but has proven to be one of the hardest working new comics. He can be seen on multiple shows each night, accomplishing 222 performances last year. Check out Aaron at https://www.facebook.com/aaron.leidecker.3
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2023-11-301h 17Behind The FunnyEp 325 Uzair Malik "GettIng Laughs And Bombing In Two Languages"Uzair Malik is a Muslim Indian immigrant stand-up comedian, newly based in Boston. He was born and raised in India, and moved to United States about a year ago. He has previously performed at San Jose Improv and Alameda Comedy Club in the Bay area, where he got his start. Why did he start stand up comedy and and what was his funny bad gig? Go to https://www.facebook.com/uzair.malik.comedy
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2023-11-231h 36Behind The FunnyEp 324 The Boston Comedy Choice AwardsAce and Scott discuss their nomination for a Boston Comedy Choice Award in the Best Podcast category and go through all the categories and the nominees.
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2023-11-1641 min
In The Thick of It#13: Joe Higgins, Founder & CEO | Ethos Logos PublishingIn this episode of In the Thick of It, Scott interviews Joe Higgins, a serial entrepreneur with experience launching and growing a number of different businesses over the years. Learn about Joe's upbringing spent on a farm in Wisconsin to the ventures he pursued as an adult, including a cell phone dealership, a haircut franchise, a trash collection company, real estate development, and now charter schools and educational publishing. Throughout the episode, Scott explores Joe's motivations, challenges faced, factors behind his successes and failures, working with partners, and advice for other entrepreneurs.
2023-11-131h 24Behind The FunnyEp 323 Kevin Bartini " The Marvelous Mr. Bartini"Kevin Bartini is our guest in the Acement this week. After proving himself in the NY comedy scene he was discovered by Jon Stewart and hired as the warm up comic for The Daily Show and The Colbert Report. He can also be seen in ABC's hidden camera show What Would You Do and the hit show The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. Where did he get his start and what was his bad gig story? Check out Kevin at https://www.kevinbartini.com/
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2023-11-091h 30Behind The FunnyEp 322 "The Butterfly Boys" Brian Mulhern, Frank O'Donnell, Rita MaronLast time Brian Mulhern was on Behind The Funny he talked about the play he wrote called The Butterfly Boys. A play that tackles the subject of a family dealing with the loss of a loved one from Covid and how they all deal with not only the loss, but also their relationships with each other. Today we talk to Brian, our friend Frank O'Donnell who's playing the father, and Rita Maron who is directing about the play as it approaches opening night!!
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2023-11-021h 25Behind The FunnyEp 321 The Paranormal Couple "Cody DesBiens and Satori Hawes of Ghosthunters"We kicked off the month SCOTTober discussing Ace & Scott's investigation at The Conjuring House from earlier this year with RISEup Paranormal's Ken Decosta . During that investigation Cody Ray DesBiean & Satori Hawes of Ghosthunters were able to make contact with someone from Ace's past and it was pretty unnerving! Join Ace & Scott as the Paranormal Couple return to talk about that night, and the breaking news about their Paranormal Museum! Check them out at https://www.facebook.com/hauntedmuseum Check out Tom Stewart's podcast at www.myparanormalstory.com
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2023-10-261h 42Behind The FunnyEp 320 Tony Moschetto "Legendary UFO Stories And Discussions"Tony Moschetto returns to the Acement to discuss UFOs with Scott, Ace and SCOTTOBER cohost Tom Stewart. Paranormal means "beyond normal explanation", so UFOs are definitely in the category. Tony's involvement with MUFON and Tom's personal experience made for a great discussion.
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2023-10-191h 33Behind The FunnyEp 319 Steve Gonsalves "Ghost Hunters , A Life With Ghosts"Steve Gonsalves from Ghost Hunters is in the Acement this week for SCOTTOBER. Tom Stewart joins Scott and Ace as cohost as we talk to Steve about his career in pararnormal investigations with TAPS and Ghost Hunters and his new book " A Life With Ghosts " Check out Steve at https://www.facebook.com/stevegonsalvesofficial Find his book at bit.ly/alifewithghostsbook
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2023-10-121h 24Behind The FunnyEp 318 Ken DeCosta "Conjuring Up A Great Start for SCOTTOBER"This week Ace, Scott, and special SCOTTober co-host Tom Stewart kick off their favorite month with the return of Ken Decosta from RISEup Paranormal! The guys start the month talking paranormal with Ken, including their investigation at The Conjuring House earlier this year! We review some unbelievable moments from that night including one that through Ace for a loop.
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2023-10-051h 41Behind The FunnyEp 317 Lauren Sims & Joanna Rapoza "Tea Bagged By That Name Drop"Joining us in the Acement this week are Lauren Sims and Joanna Rapoza, two comics that have risen quickly in the New England comedy scene. They both waited until later in life to start comedy but what drove them to do so. What were some of their high moments? Of course we love hearing about the low ones, the funny bad gigs. Check them out at https://www.facebook.com/lauren.simsrichard & https://www.facebook.com/joanna.rapoza.7
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2023-09-281h 34Behind The FunnyEp 316 Carla Mulhern "Brian's Not Here, It’s Carla’s Turn”Carla Mulhern is in the Acement this week. Fans of RI Radio Legend, Brian Mulhern, are very aware of the very patient woman behind the neurotic mess we hear on the radio. Brian and Carla have been guests on the podcast twice, but we thought it was time for Carla to come on as a guest alone, without the constant interruptions from Brian! Join Ace & Scott as they pull every 1920's saying this dame has in her head! Check out Carla at https://www.facebook.com/carla.izzard , Support the Izzy Foundation at https://theizzyfoundation.org/
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2023-09-211h 24Behind The FunnyEp 315 Paul Reubens Tribute Turns Into A Playhouse W/ The Mixtape GuysThe Mixtape Podcast crew join Scott and Ace in the Acement to discuss Pee Wee Herman aka Paul Reubens and his influence on comedy. What discuss our favorite Pee Wee moments, some interesting behind the scene facts and then things go off the rails as the tend to do.
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2023-09-141h 38Behind The FunnyEp 314 Tony Moschetto "Punchlines And Pumpkin Contests"In the Acement this week Tony Moschetto. Tony has traveled across the USA three times. -Lists his emergency contact as "whoever's reading this" (congratulations, you are now Tony Moschetto's emergency contact) -" Kinda" broke the hip of the man who invented the whiffle ball while playing tennis. And so on... In his spare time, Tony likes to read and play tennis, not at the same time, though. Tony is one of the most uniquely hilarious comedians in the United States. Check out Tony at https://www.tonymoschetto.com/
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2023-09-071h 29Behind The FunnyEp 313 Craig Shoemaker "Don Knotts Favorite Comic, The Lovemaster"Craig Shoemaker joins us in the Acement this week. He's spent over four decades as a comedian, actor, author, writer and producer. He was named Comedian of the Year at The American Comedy Awards and has been included on the IMDB “Top 100 Stand Up Comics” list. Craig has spoken all over the world, including his acclaimed TED Talk based on his nonprofit foundation Laughter Heals. Check out Craig at https://www.craigshoemaker.com/ or https://www.winningwithhumor.com/
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2023-08-311h 12Behind The FunnyEp 312 Bob Nelson "The Comeback Of Nelson Schmelson"Comedy Legend Bob Nelson joins Scott and Ace in the Acement. Bob was once in a comedy group with Rob Bartlett and Eddie Murphy called "The Identical Triplets". In 1985, Rodney Dangerfield's 9th Annual Young Comedians Special introduced major comic like Rita Rudner, Yakov Smirnoff, Sam Kinison, Bob Saget, and Louie Anderson. One standout was Bob Nelson, a hilarious comic with characters like Jiffy Jeff, Eppy Epperman, and the hilarious College All Star Football Team. Many late-night TV appearances, comedy specials and major tours followed (including 8 years opening for Rodney)! Check out Bob at http://www.bobnelson.com/
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2023-08-241h 32Behind The FunnyEp 311 Jess Miller "Five Pounds of T*t Sweat"This week Ace and Scott talk with Jesse Miller at her office in MA. Jesse is a disabled vet that has dealt with depression in her past but has risen above it to become a very accomplished comedian and producer. Her office walls are covered with promotional flyers and posters for shows she has produced and it is impressive.
Check out Jess at https://www.jessmillercomedy.com/
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2023-08-171h 07Behind The FunnyEp 310 Paul Elwell "Drove 90 Mins On A Thursday Nite To Do A Basement"Paul Elwell joins us in the Acement this week. Paul was a Boston comic for over 20 years beginning in 1997. He was on Comedy Central and a freelance comedy writer for The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and Dennis Miller. Slowing down before the pandemic and has not returned to stand up. He is currently part owner of the children's property Beantown Pals, with former guest Tom Hayes.
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2023-08-101h 39
Behind The FunnyEp 309 Dawn Tyler “It’s 2023, We Can Talk About That Now”Dawn Tyler joins us in the Acement. Dawn is a newcomer to the comedy scene but she is definitely making a mark! She's a triple threat on stage as a comedian, actor and singer. And now she can add promoter/booker to her resume. Check out Dawn at https://www.facebook.com/dawn.smith.125 Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins Check out our friends at The Mix Tape Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-m...
2023-08-031h 23
Behind The FunnyEp 308 Paul Jaxon and Brian Mulhern "Jaxon & The Pharmacist"What do you get when 2 radio legends reunite in the Acement? Radio Gold! If you were a listener of Boston radio station WFNX in the 90's you remember the hilarious duo Jaxon & The Pharmacist, Paul Jaxon & Brian Mulhern (The Pharmacist). The duo went their separate ways in the late 90's and after their two solo careers were recently cut short, they are reuniting. Join Ace this week with Jaxon & The Pharmacist as they talk about their past, present, and the exciting future about to happen! https://www.facebook.com/brian.mulhern.5 & https://www.facebook.com/pjaxon Go to https://ww...
2023-07-272h 37
Behind The FunnyEp 307 Nick Albanese "Il Mio Films - Death or Taxes"Nick Albanese is in the Acement this week. Nick has been a friend of the show for years (see "Little Buddy episode). He is not only a comedian but an established playwright and actor. He has produced 2 award winning one man shows about both himself and former Providence Mayor Buddy Cianci. His newest project is a TV Pilot called "Death or Taxes", a dark comedy. Join the guys as they talk to Nick and actor Joe Petrucci about this upstart project and other Il Mio Films projects. Help Nick's pilot at https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-produce-the-tv-pilot-death-or-taxes or Nick at...
2023-07-201h 23
Behind The FunnyEp 306 The Return of Brad Pierce "They Should Wear Signs"Brad Pierce returns to the Acement with a whole bunch of new stories. Brad never disappoints and again he delivers. You can always count on Brad to open his mouth and put himself in situations that make for great entertainment for us. Who does Brad think should wear signs? Find out in this episode. Check out Brad at https://www.facebook.com/TheGoldenMicProductions Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins
2023-07-131h 18
Behind The FunnyEp 305 John Iavarone "No Caffeine Needed For This Jokesmith"Comedian John Iavarone joins us in the Acement tonight. John survived a childhood as the only boy in a house with a single mom and four older sisters. “I was 12 years old still waiting to get my period." This wise-cracking, joke craftsman also brings a physical act (handstands!) that has made him popular at clubs, colleges and casinos all across the country. Join Ace & Scott as they go Behind the Funny with veteran NY and road comic John Iavarone! Check out John at https://twitter.com/J2Comedy. Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffe...
2023-07-061h 10
Behind The FunnyEp 304 Skip Daniels "The Prince of Mystery"The Prince of Mystery, Skip Daniels, is in the Acement this week. He joins Scott and Ace and discuss how his love of magic led him to performing but his quick wit and sense of humor brought his act to all new stages. As a comic a joke can bomb, as a magician a trick can fail, the pressure is twice when you combine the two. Check out Skip at https://www.facebook.com/skip.daniels.1 Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com...
2023-06-291h 13
Behind The FunnyEp 303 Brian Vincent "Gramma Martha And Sophie Tucker Made Him A Man"Good friend of the show, Brian Vincent is in the Acement tonight to finally tell his story. A self proclaimed sit down comic, Brian is a call back to the old school comics like Don Rickles and Pat Cooper. He is as funny off stage as he is on. Brian is a great story teller and his path to the stage is filled with laughs. https://www.facebook.com/brian.vincent.750 Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins
2023-06-221h 22
Behind The FunnyEp 302 Jonathan Groff "No Not That One, The OG JG"Jonathan Groff (not that one) is in the Acement tonight. Jonathan started a career in stand-up in the New England scene, but after moving to the West Coast he established himself as a writer, producer, and actor. He has produced and written for TV shows like Scrubs, How I Met Your Mother, Late Night with Conan O'Brien, Happy Endings, and Black-ish (just to name a few)! Check out Jonathan at https://twitter.com/notthatgroff Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scot...
2023-06-151h 30
Behind The FunnyEp 301 Frank Vignola "I'm A Sturdy Fella"Frank Vignola joins Scott and Ace in the Acement. We start with a "Frank" discussion about sobriety and ovecoming addiction. Frank has appeared on Comedy Central, Amazon Prime, SiriusXM, and has performed at Montreal's prestigious "Just for Laughs" Comedy Festival. Ace and Frank reminisce about working together in the early 2000's and more recently Scott and Frank working together at the legendary "Daryl's House" Check out Frank at www.instagram.com/frank_vignola_comedy/ Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott...
2023-06-081h 20
Behind The FunnyEp 300 Jason Pollock "Awkwardly Comfortable At Being Very Funny" Jason Pollock joins Ace and Scott in the Acement for this weeks chat. Known for his awkward style, Jason performed at legendary clubs like Stand Up NY, Carolines, and Dangerfields. He also managed Rascal's in Cherry Hill NJ making connections with some of the best comics working. Jason has a great story about appearing as Bigfoort in Judah Friedlander's "How To Beat Up Anybody". What did Jason overcome to become a comic? Listen and find out. Check out Jason at https://linktr.ee/superjpo71 Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your B...
2023-06-011h 38
Behind The FunnyEp 299 Dario Mercadante "Inventor Of The Pole-O-Matic"Dario Mercadante joins Ace and Scott in the Acement this week. Dario has been a staple in the Western Massachusetts/Connecticut comedy scene for over 25 years. He has made the decision to retire from comedy and on Sunday May 21st and will be performing on his last show with a stellar lineup of headliners. Listen as we discuss why he became a comic, his wow moments and what was his funny bad gig? Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins
2023-05-251h 27
Behind The FunnyEp 298 Paul Taro "Asian Plus Irish Equals Funny Comedian"Paul Taro joins Ace and Scott in the Acement today. Paul is a rising star in the CT/NY comedy scene achieving runner up in the Connecticut's Funniest Comic Contest within his first few years. He has a really unique background and is a great storyteller. Check out Paul at https://www.facebook.com/paul.taro.9406 Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins
2023-05-181h 27
Behind The FunnyEp 297 Brian Holland "Blue Collar Laughs"Brian Holland joins Ace and Scott in the Acement. Brian is a blue-collar guy by day and hilarious comic by night. Hailing from Central Massachusetts (Leicester to be exact), he brings everyday working class situations to the stage. Check out Brian at https://www.facebook.com/brian.holland.503 Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins
2023-05-111h 03
Behind The FunnyEp 296 Matt Barry "For Laughs On Four Twenty"Matt Barry is this weeks guest in the Acement. Matt has performed in clubs, theaters, bars, and apartments in his 8 years. In 2013 he was crowned “New England’s Best Bar Comic” and in 2015, took third place in “Last Comix Standing,” a competition between 120 comics at Mohegan Sun. Matt has opened for national acts including Tom Green, Gilbert Gottfried, and Harland Williams. 4/20 was the perfect time to have him on. Check out Matt at https://www.facebook.com/mattfreakinbarry Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic...
2023-05-041h 11
Behind The FunnyEp 295 Mike Koutrobis "Return Of The Renaissance Comic"Mike Koutrobis joins Ace and guest host Alan Moreau in the Acement. Mike has been a stand-up for over twenty years, performing at places like the Borgata in Atlantic City, Dangerfields & Gotham in NYC, Foxwoods & Mohegan, as well as entertaining US troops overseas. Mike's movies and television roles include Bleed For This, Back Bay & Dead Reckoning, as well as many commercials. He hasn't been on since 2020 during the "After Show Hang" episode and we thought it would be a great time to check back in with him. Check out Mike at https://www.mikekcomic.com/ Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.co...
2023-04-271h 12
Behind The FunnyEp 294 Dustin Chafin "From Doublewide To Double Laughs"With Scott out, Derrick Fonseca cohosts with Ace. They talk to comedian Dustin Chafin. Born in a doublewide trailer in Kilgore, Texas he was the son of a used-car salesman and a grandson of Choctaw Native Americans, yet Dustin is so much more. Boxed and won Golden Gloves, missionary work in the Chilean mountains, TV writer, and done standup all over the world! Check him out at https://dustinchafin.com/ Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins
2023-04-2053 min
Behind The FunnyEp 293 Roger Kabler "Being Robin"In the late 80's & early 90's you couldn't turn on a comedy special without seeing Roger Kabler and his off the wall, high energy, impression filled act. He was the Zima guy in commercials and starred in the sitcom Rhythm & Blues. He took his passion for Robin Williams and released a movie called "Being Robin". Join Ace & Scott as they go behind the funny with Roger Kabler! https://beingrobinthemovie.com/ Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins
2023-04-131h 20
Behind The FunnyEp 292 Myq Kaplan "A.K.A. Small Dork And Handsome"Ace and Scott decide to start our 7th season with a re-issue of our episode with Myq Kaplan. From his early days in Boston to his appearance on late night shows like Conan, Seth Myers, and James Corden, we covered a lot of ground. Myq has several great albums that we highly recommend. Check them out at https://myqkaplan.com/ Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins
2023-04-061h 32
Behind The FunnyEp 291 James Firth & Derrick Fonseca "Firth And Foremost, An Update"James Firth and Derrick Fonseca join Ace in the Acement while Scott's away at a gig. We catch up with the two younger comics talking about day jobs, comedy after the pandemic, and where stand up is going. Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins
2023-03-301h 20
Behind The FunnyEp 290 Mike Keller & Brad Pierce "The Comedy Bus" Ace & Scott talk to Mike Keller (owner of The Comedy Bus) and old friend of the show Brad Pierce. We've invited Mike on to talk about his new venture, The Comedy Bus, he started last Fall in Providence, and what his plans are for the future of it. It's only been a few months since Brad's been on, so you know he has more crazy experiences to tell us about! Check out The Comedy Bus at https://www.comedybus.net/ Brad Pierce at https://www.facebook.com/TheGoldenMicProductions Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coff...
2023-03-231h 28
Behind The FunnyEp 289 Anthony Smith "Mr Kuze' "Anthony Smith aka Mr Kuze' (Koozay) is in the Acement this week, talking about comedy, becoming a show producer and where the name Mr Kuze' comes from and what it means. Anthony works his but off on his kraft, so what drives him? Check out Mr Kuze' at https://www.facebook.com/anthony.t.smith.12 Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins
2023-03-161h 53
Behind The FunnyEp 288 Tyler Boeh "Beat Boxing And Delivering Knockout Punchlines"Tyler Boeh joins us in the Acement from Portland. Tyler started in Portland, worked his way up there, in Boston, LA, and is now based back in Portland as a national touring headliner. Scott and Ace reminisce about working with him and discuss his start and the differences in all the comedy scenes his been a part of. Tyler tells about getting his Dry Bar Comedy special and of course we finish up with his funny bad gig story. Check out Tyler Boeh at https://tylerboeh.com/ and his special at https://www.drybarcomedy.com/tyler Go to https://www.b...
2023-03-091h 35
Behind The FunnyEp 287 Sal Votano "A Career That Exceeds Comedy Code"Sal Votano recently worked with Scott so it was a perfect time to have him in the Acement. Sal started comedy when he was older and was immediately liked by Boston's finest and has become a go to act. What drew him to comedy, how to he get started? Check out Sal at https://www.facebook.com/sal.votano. Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins Go to www.patreon.com/behindthefunny to support the podcast
2023-03-021h 09
Behind The FunnyEp 257 Paul Nardizzi "Some Comics Say Things Funny, Paul Says Funny Things"Scott and Ace were excited to finally have Paul Nardizzi in the Acement. He's been on the wishlist since the beginning. Paul is one of the most prolific comedy writers around producing hours of stand up and several books. Winner of the Boston Comedy festival and appeared on Conan O'Brien just to name a few accomplishments. Check out Paul at https://paulnardizzi.com/ Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins
2022-08-041h 43
Behind The FunnyEp 256 Don Zollo "The Mark Of Zollo"According to Don's website, "Don Zollo is what happens when a wicked comedic juggernaut blends with an unstoppable source of hyperbole." Basically it means Don is a funny comic that likes pushing boundries. A conversation in the Acement was overdue. Don's a born storyteller and quite candid so you never know where the conversation will go. Check out Don at https://www.facebook.com/thedonzollo/ Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins
2022-07-281h 14
Behind The FunnyEp 255 Brian & Carla "Return Of The Mulherns"This week the power couple of Brian (Cat Country Radio) and Carla Mulhern (Local Non-Profit Maven) visit the Acement. Ace and Scott love exploring their perfectly imperfect marriage, to quote Brian. Will they question why they married each other again? How many snorts and eye rolls will Carla give? Listen and find out. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins Check out The MixTape Podcast at https://anchor.fm/mixtapepod/support
2022-07-211h 43
Behind The FunnyEp 254 Dan Smith "Jokes, Dating Shows, Military Tours, He's One Funny Dude"Dan Smith is in the Acement this week and we talk about his 20 plus years in comedy. Starting in Boston and moving to LA early on, he found success working and writing on shows like Blind Date and The 5th Wheel. He has also done 25+ shows for the military. He had a heart warming story about an amazing star he worked with and was close to. Dan's bad gig story was another one we hadn't heard before. Check out Dan at https://dansmith.com/ Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins
2022-07-141h 04
Behind The FunnyEp 253 Kevin Flynn "There Once Was A Comic In Nantucket"Kevin Flynn joins us in the Acement to talk about the upcoming Nantucket Comedy Festival. He started the festival to support a great program, Stand Up and Learn. What made a professional soccer player start telling jokes, what famous show was he almost on, and what is his funny bad gig story? You'll find out in this episode. https://kevinflynnlive.com/ Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins
2022-07-071h 23
Behind The FunnyEp 252 Tony V REVISIT "No Gorilla Suit Or Seinfeld Umbrella Needed For Fenway Park"Ace and Scott decided to release the previous episode with friend Tony V in honor of his opening for Bill Burr at Fenway Park in August. Tony is one of the best storytellers around. He has spent his career performing all over the country and working in movies and TV. Tony is definitely a comedian that is well respected and loved by audiences and comedians alike. After listening to him in this episode, you'll know why. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins
2022-06-301h 06
Behind The FunnyEp 251 George Hamm "Telling Jokes From Maine To China, Smiling On The Outside"George Hamm dials into the Acement from the wilds of Maine. George is a great comic and a friend to many so we wanted him on for awhile. He has such a great story; serving in the Marines, starting comedy in Maine, taveling as far as China to perform. George was living a comics life. Like many he had internal struggles that took over. George was very candid and is a great story teller. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins
2022-06-231h 14
Behind The FunnyEp 250 Nick Albanese "Little Buddy, One Fun Episode"Nick Albanese returns to the Acement to discuss his new one man show "Buddy: One Last Night". When Nick was young people called him Little Buddy because of his resemblance to Providence Mayor Buddy Cianci. After building a great reputation as a comedian and an actor, who better to put on this type of show then Nick. Check out Nick at https://www.facebook.com/nickalbanese Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins
2022-06-161h 08
Behind The FunnyEp 247 Peter Liu "Getting His Black Belt In Comedy"We go remote on this weeks episode with Peter Liu. Peter grew up in China, Australia, New Zealand, and the exotic land of New Jersey. He mastered brazilian jiu jitsu and brings that discipline to comedy. Peter's world experience gives him a unique viewpoint that relate translates on stage. Go to https://www.facebook.com/peter.liu.18041 Get BTF merch at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins
2022-05-261h 10
Behind The FunnyEp 244 Reunited And It Feels So GoodThis week in the Acement, Scott is back from his Covid quarrantine and our guest couldn't make it. So Ace and Scott take this opportunity to talk about losing heroes and writing and rewriting jokes. https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins?utm_campaign=7785&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=Scott%2BHiggins
2022-05-051h 05
Behind The FunnyEp 243 Mike Murray "Finally Hearing The Laughs"Mike Murray subs into the Acement this week for a conversation with Ace. They discuss Mike getting his hearing as an adult, becoming a comedian, and the many stories that have come since. Get BTF merch at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins
2022-04-281h 31
Behind The FunnyEp 211 Mo Mandel "Just Ask, They Put You On TV"Mo Mandel is in the Acement this week. After Mo's first time on stage he was all in and he caught fire. Appearing on Chelsea Lately, Conan, The Late Late Show as well as acting in shows like Modern Family, Castle, and Happy Endings. He also has several writing and producing credits to round out his incredible resume. Mo's passion for comedy really came out in this conversation. Check out Mo Mandel at https://www.momandel.com/ Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins
2021-09-231h 14
Behind The FunnyEp 210 Chance Langton "Give Chance A Piece"Boston Legend Chance Langton returns to the Acement this week. It was a rough start getting him connected but once he was on, Chance's quick wit and one liners were on full display. We talked about Boston Comedy and his days working with Rodney Dangerfield. Check out Chance at https://www.facebook.com/chance.langton.7 Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins
2021-09-161h 12
Behind The FunnyEp 195 Andrew Kennedy "Don't Judge A Book By It's Cover"Andrew Kennedy joins us in the Acement this week. Andrew has an amazing story, his father is from England and his mother is from Columbia. Andrew is fluent in Spanish but looks like someone you'd meet at an English pub. His stories from growing up, trying stand up, to filming a pilot for CBS made for a very entertaining conversation. Check out Andrew at www.andrewkennedylive.com. Get your BTF merch at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins
2021-06-031h 38
Behind The Funny100th Show Pt 1Ace and I are proud to put out our 100th show. We discuss and play clips from our first three seasons. Order of discussions and clips are: 1) 100th show w/ Scott Higgins 2) Diverse backgrounds w/ Joe Hebert, Steve Donovan, Matty Blake, Chris Zito 3) Heartfelt stories w/ Amy Tee, Phillip Anthony, Sue Costello, Poppy Champlin, Jess Miller 4) Controlling comics w/ Mike McCarthy, Charlie Hall, Frank O'Donnell, Stephanie Peters 5) Festivals w/ Jim McCue, Doug Key 6) Recording Environment w/ Mark Riley, Rhonda Corey, Steve Bjork 7) Funny Stories w/ Tony V, John Morris, Mike McDonald, Frank Santorelli
2019-06-071h 20
Behind The FunnyEpisode 60 - Bill Campbell Pt 1Bill Campbell has been a staple in the New England comedy scene for many years. Known as a clean hard working comedian. He's performed clubs, colleges, and cruise ships. He has his own cable show called The Comedy Corner. His stories about the hey day of Boston comedy and how the scene has changed was really interesting. According to Bill, we only scratched the surface with this 2 part episode. http://www.billcampbellcomedy.com/index.html https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins?utm_source=designer&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=c8kVA4FU1kQ
2018-10-0442 min
Behind The FunnyEpisode 20 - Scott Higgins "Turn The Tables"This week I "Turned The Tables" on myself. I had Ace Aceto guest host the episode as I sat in the guest chair. It was fun experience to sit on the other side and talk about when I started and my comedy career. Ace is a natural in the hosting chair and we always have a blast together. Maybe we should team up ......
2017-08-121h 20