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Behind The Funny

Scott Higgins Live Productions

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Scott Higgins and Ace Aceto have 50 years combined of standing in front of crowds and making people laugh. Now they go Behind The Funny with entertainers in all stages of their career from national headliners, to comedy writers, to newer comics just starting out. Why did they start, what drives them, and what were some of the obstacles? Join Scott and Ace as they go Behind The Funny.
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Matt Alwine competes at the NRL Hunter and has a ton of success both on the competition floor as well as in the mountains with long range rifles and archery. Today we're discussing mRAD vs. MOA, and how to be proficient at both long range rifle and archery. Check out Matt on Instagram or his custom rifles here. #elkshape Listeners of the ElkShape P…
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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…
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Today we are recording with a Dentist from North Carolina who has been hunting OTC elk in Colorado for the past five seasons. We discuss how to pivot your elk hunting plans now that Colorado is taking away the option to buy a tag over-the-counter for nonresident archery elk hunters. Cody's YouTube Channel Cody's Instagram #elkshape Listeners of the…
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Legendary Boston Comedian and Author Mike Donovan is this week's guest. He was presented with the 2023 Boston Comedy Choice Legacy Award. Besides an amazing comedy career, Mike has written over 100 books. A conversation with Mike Donovan is like taking a master class in comedy. Check out Mike's books at https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B00N7YRH…
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Today we are recording with one of the best archers in the world! 17 year-old professional shooter Bodie Turner from Eatonville, WA. Bodie is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to shooting tighter groups and shooting under pressure. He has one major events such as the Lancaster Classic and the Vegas Shoot, plus multiple others. He's one of the you…
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Jay Burns and Grandma Martha join us in the Acement so you know this one went off the rails. They come to announce their new project, but Martha gets a few scotches in her and F**k It. Where are the focusing their creativity now? Listen and find out. Check out https://www.facebook.com/jay.burns1 & https://www.facebook.com/brian.vincent.750 for more…
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Dan is dedicating this entire podcast to rookie elk hunters and trying to help them avoid some of the most common mistakes made so they can have the best experience possible! As an elk hunter, you never know it all and you continue to learn each and every year. Hunting elk on public land is extremely challenging and also very rewarding. Save this e…
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This week we have Chuck Stanton & Brad Rohrer from the Funbearable Podcast in the Acement. We discuss their careers in music, film, comedy and their podcast that they do with comedian Ray Harrington. Ray wasn't here so we were going to call this episode "F" Ray Harrington. Check out Funbearable at https://linktr.ee/funbearablepod Go to https://www.…
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We are joined by a Nate Illingsworth from Baker City, Oregon. Nate is on a weight loss journey, it all started from participating in our annual December Chub Challenge back in 2022 - Since then, Nate is on his way to accomplishing big goals and getting under 200 lbs on the scale. He started his journey at 300 and since then has consistently pursued…
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Scott 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.Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy u…
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We are joined by a group of guys that are currently following the ElkShape Training Program. We are going over their fitness preparation and finding out what they like about the program and how they are going to tackle results going forward! #elkshape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives: 💢 Discount Codes 💢 BORN PRIMITIVE 10% Off Code: ELKS…
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Andrew Kennedy is in the Acement this week. Andrew's father is from England and his mother is from Columbia. He is fluent in Spanish but looks like you'd meet him at an English pub. His stories of growing up in a multi-cultural family, trying stand up, to filming a pilot for CBS made for a very entertaining conversation. Check out Andrew at www.and…
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Today we are chatting with Ironwill Bill of Ironwill Outfitters - We are pouring over the data from a study he sponsored at the University of Colorado testing arrow flight, vane steering, wind drift and planing. We talk shop about my arrow build for the 2024 elk season! #elkshape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives: 💢 Discount Codes 💢 BORN…
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Comedian Dan Martin joins us in the Acement to talk about his new special that is now available on Youtube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z2yF2lbCklo&t=4s . Dan has a an amazing story of overcoming tragedy in his life. It shaped who he is today and has made him a great comedian. You can also download his album at https://danmartincomedy.bandcamp.…
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Today we are chatting with Kolby Hanley of Ultraview Archery - we get to know his story, how he got into archery and the origin story of his successful company. #elkshape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives: 💢 Discount Codes 💢 BORN PRIMITIVE 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE CANVAS CUTTER 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE WILDERNESS ATHLETE 20% Off Code: ELKSHA…
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Johnny Ater joins us in the Acement all the way from Maine. A staple of the Maine comedy scene, he started comedy when he was only in his early 40s. Why start comedy in your 40s? How did he do? Well he just recorded a comedy album. You know doing comedy in Maine Johnny was sure to have a great Funny Bad Gig Story. Check out Johnny Ater at https://w…
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Today we are chatting with Stephen Cordaro from Georgia - he travels to hunt out West annually and goes solo! We discuss his hunt plan for 2024, which states and dates that will give him the best opportunity to finally punch that elk tag! #elkshape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives: 💢 Discount Codes 💢 BORN PRIMITIVE 10% Off Code: ELKSHAP…
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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:…
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Today we sit down with Kurt Gamache of Born Primitive Outdoor. Kurt just bow hunted black bears in the rugged backcountry of north Idaho for a week. We debrief the hunt, the gear used and go over the new drops from BPO including the Rainier Flex Rain Gear and Barrier Jacket. After retiring from the military, Kurt has put the long gun down and picke…
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BTF friend, Myq Kaplan, joins us from the road for this episode from the Acement. Myq is known for his quick witty humor. We never know where the conversation is going to go but we know its always going to be interesting. Why is Myq our favorite comedian the entire flat earth? Listen to today's episode and find out. Check out Myq at https://myqkapl…
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Join the squad as they recap their week of bear hunting in the backcountry and discuss what gear they used and tested, many of which were budget items that performed well. #elkshape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives: 💢 Discount Codes 💢 BORN PRIMITIVE 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE CANVAS CUTTER 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE WILDERNESS ATHLETE 20% Off C…
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Roger Kabler joins us in the Acement to discuss his film Being Robin. Roger is currently working on distribution so the whole world can see his journey being possessed by the spirit of Robin Williams. It's an incredibile story that Roger shares with us. For info on the movie go to https://beingrobinthemovie.com/ to help Roger with the movie go to h…
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Dan breaks down the differences between motivation, dedication and discipline. He covers checking in on your goals for 2024 and making sure that you are advertising to trusted peers on what exactly you're trying to accomplish! #elkshape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives: 💢 Discount Codes 💢 BORN PRIMITIVE 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE CANVAS CUT…
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Brad Pierce returns the Acement with whole list of new stories to tell. Ace joins us from the road as we discuss all the situations Brad has put himself in once again. Check out Brad at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552022278766 Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://…
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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 htt…
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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 peo…
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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…
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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, …
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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…
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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 http…
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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.co…
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