Los Angeles comedian, Ryan Radusinovic, and I hang out at the East Los Angeles Public Library where he recounts his experience and journey in stand up comedy and gives an insight into the Los Angeles comedy scene...............................................Website: Jorgevelazquezcomedy.com . IG: @_jorgevelazquez_ . Background music provided by We…

Local comedian, Matthew LaRocca, and I hang out and talk about his past struggles with drug abuse, his time in jail/prison and his experience with the Louisiana legal system, and how he's turned it all around and found his passion in Stand Up Comedy..............................................Website: Jorgevelazquezcomedy.com . IG: @_jorgevelazque…

Local Comedian, Daniel Masterpiece Jones, and I hang out and talk about being socially awkward, the importance of doing things with intention, and growing up theatre kids and how that gives us a unique perspective and approach to stand up..............................................Website: Jorgevelazquezcomedy.com . IG: @_jorgevelazquez_ . Backgr…

Baton Rouge comedian, Alana J, and I hang out and talk addiction and recovery, trauma and comedy, and her journey as a performer.. ...........................................Website: Jorgevelazquezcomedy.com . IG: @_jorgevelazquez_ . Background music provided by Sansho. Recorded: 07/19/2023 Released: 07/31/2023--- Support this podcast: https://podc…

Local comedian Ashley Zoerner and I hang out in her French quarter apt. We talk about starting comedy in Atlanta, entering the Nola Comedy Scene, and her love of storytelling.We also talk dating in New Orleans and how that can sometimes lead to great stage material. ...........................................Website: Jorgevelazquezcomedy.com . IG: …

Mississippi comedian Krangus Gillespie and I talk Ms comedy, the stresses of being a comedy producer, and the Old vs New methods of promoting, networking, and booking...........................................Website: Jorgevelazquezcomedy.com . IG: @_jorgevelazquez_ . Background music provided by Sansho. Recorded: 02/16/2023 Released: 04/25/2023---…

Local comedian, Christopher Anthony, and I head down to the Juke Joint in ocean Springs, Ms. and along the way he talks about his childhood, how he ended up in New Orleans, and how he fell in to comedy. We also talk about how we can potentially connect to audiences on a much deeper level by bringing more personal content to the stage and by infusin…

While on vacation in Denver Brittany Bancroft, My Co-producer, ang I talk about the importance of clear, honest, and open communication, the value of being an active listener, and how we handle our frustration with each other.Website: Jorgevelazquezcomedy.com . IG: @_jorgevelazquez_ . Background music provided by Sansho. Recorded: 12/09/2022 Releas…

This ones been in the can a few months, but now its time. I had an great talk with local comedian Troy Duchane at The Catahoula Hotel before one of my shows. we discussed how he started stand up, his experience with different venues and audience sizes, how he has evolved as a comic, the importance of crowd work, and what comedy means to us.........…

It's been a few months since the last episode... Find out in this quick announcement why and when and what you can expect from the next episode!................................. Website: Jorgevelazquezcomedy.com . IG: @_jorgevelazquez_ . Background music provided by Sansho. Recorded: 11/05/2022 Released: 11/05/2022--- Support this podcast: https://…

Local Comedian Comedian Clara Kelley is brand new to stand up comedy and shares her experience. We talk about what got her interested in stand up, how she went about getting on her first Open Mic, and how her perspective of comedy has changed now that she's a comedian herself.................................. Website: Jorgevelazquezcomedy.com . IG:…

Local Comedian Mark Caesar and I talk about Gatekeepers, how he avoids their drama, the art of getting OFF stage, and he shares his joke writing process ................................. Website: Jorgevelazquezcomedy.com . IG: @_jorgevelazquez_ . Background music provided by Sansho. Recorded: 04/19/2022 Released: 05/02/2022--- Support this podcast:…

Local comedian, Carin Chapman and I hung out at Another Bar during their Tuesday night open mic and had an amazing talk about Toxic Masculinity, Cancel Culture and how it effects the process of learning, growing and Changing. we also talk about life perspectives, the importance of communication, and how sharing personal stories and truths can help …

Local comedian, and friend, Byron Broussard and I hang out and talk philosophy, life, the universe, life perspectives, creating our own realities, and how it all applies to his comedic style................................ Website: Jorgevelazquezcomedy.com . IG: @_jorgevelazquez_ . Background music provided by Sansho. Recorded: 03/24/2022 Released:…

Local comedian, Jada Zenella, and I talk about what it means to be an educator and the responsibilities that come with the job. We also discuss how Cancel Culture is slowly killing the human experience and the need for an understanding society as we as people work towards righting our wrongs and bettering ourselves............................... We…

Local comedian Garrett Cousino and I hang out in the back patio of Cooter Browns and talk about the good and the bad sides of the Nola comedy community, gatekeepers, and the importance of supporting and lifting each other up. We also talk about good dirty humor, his time hosting the Buddha Belly open mic, and the differences in performance styles b…

Local comedian and fellow Mexican Nidia Morales, and I hit 6 popular New Orleans restaurants, Panchitas, Chilangos, Galaxe Tacos, La Carreta, Juan's Flying Burrito, and Tacos and Beer, as we hunt for the best Michelada in Nola. Listen to part 2 of our adventure as we try all the micheladas while Nidia gives us her perspective of the New Orleans Com…

Local comedian, and fellow Mexican Nidia Morales and I hit 6 popular New Orleans restaurants, Panchitas, Chilangos, Galaxie Tacos, La Carreta, Juan's Flying Burrito, and Tacos and Beer, as we hunt for the best Michelada in Nola. Listen to part 1 of 2 of our adventure as we try all the micheladas as Nidia gives us her perspective of the New Orleans …

Local comedian and musician Adam Crochet and I hang out at Juan's Flying Burrito and talk music, comedy, and life over some tequila. Adam recounts his first time doing stand up, describes the similarities and differences of performing comedy and music, and gives his perspective of the New Orleans comedy scene. For this episode all background music …

I hang with one of my best friends, local comedian and entertainer, Seth Robichaux. We spent the evening talking about his experience with theatre and comedy over mimosas and a charcuterie board while Golden Girls played in the background. We even got a special visit from one of my favorite people, Brittany Bancroft............................. Web…

Prepare for chaos!!! I spent Thanksgiving with one of my best friends, local comedian Heidi! And it was amazing! We bar hopped from the Lower Garden District to the French Quarter. Along the way we turned it in to a game and had to meet objectives at each bar. In this episode you'll not only hear our complete adventure but you'll also hear 2 separa…

New Orleans has a new comedy festival, Nola ComedyFest presented by Comedy House New Orleans! I spent the whole weekend interviewing the comedians, guests, and owners, getting their reactions to the festival, the performances, and the comedians reactions before and after their sets. This was truly an amazing weekend. This episode focuses on day 3 o…

New Orleans has a new comedy festival, Nola ComedyFest presented by Comedy House New Orleans! I spent the whole weekend interviewing the comedians, guests, and owners, getting their reactions to the festival, the performances, and the comedians reactions before and after their sets. This was truly an amazing weekend. This episode focuses on day 2 o…

New Orleans has a new comedy festival, Nola ComedyFest presented by Comedy House New Orleans! I spent the whole weekend interviewing the comedians, guests, and owners, getting their reactions to the festival, the performances, and the comedians reactions before and after their sets. This was truly an amazing weekend! this Episode focuses on the fir…

Eric Hollerbach, former Nola comedian, now Austin comedian, and I hang out and talk about hitting the road as a comedian, handling haters, and he compares the diffrent comedy scenes he's been a part of.......................... Website: Jorgevelazquezcomedy.com . IG: @_jorgevelazquez_ . Background music provided by Sansho. Recorded: 10/26/2021 Rele…

Nola comedian Lamar Devon and I hang out at Howling Wolf during The Comedy Gumbeaux Show and talk about his comedy path, education, and social media.......................... Website: Jorgevelazquezcomedy.com . IG: @_jorgevelazquez_ . Background music provided by Sansho. Recorded: 10/07/2021 Released: 11/01/2021--- Support this podcast: https://pod…

I hung out at City Parks Cafe Du Monde with Nola veteran comedian, show producer, mentor, and host of Comedy Gumbeaux, RedBean. We had some coffee and begniets while we discussed his start in comedy, how he developed his stage name, creating a nurturing environment for comedians, the process of becoming a proffesional comedian, and his 11 years run…

New Orleans comedian Brandon Bruffett and I hang out and smoke some weed while we catch up on life post hurricane Ida, and talk about telling risky jokes, content in context, and maneuvering the social and political dynamics of a comedy scene.......................... Website: Jorgevelazquezcomedy.com . IG: @_jorgevelazquez_ . Background music prov…

New Orleans comedian Michele Poole and I hang out and talk about moving to Nola, tattoos, video games, pets, shapeshifting and so much more! ................. Website: Jorgevelazquezcomedy.com . IG: @_jorgevelazquez_ . Background Music provided by Sansho. Recorded: 08/19/2021. Released: 09/20/2021 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotif…

Hanging in the green room of Howlin' Wolfs Comedy Gumbeaux Show with Los Angeles based comedian Rosie Tran. We talk about her exposure to stand up by following her comedian ex boyfriend to open mics and taking notes for him, which led to her eventually taking the stage herself. She also talks about where she draws material from, hitting the road, a…

Comedian Jennifer Turbo talks about her first time doing stand up, how her jokes have evolved, and juggling married life, family, and a stand up career.........................Website: Jorgevelazquezcomedy.com . IG: @_jorgevelazquez_ . Background Music provided by Sansho. Recorded: 08/09/2021. Released: 08/16/2021--- Support this podcast: https://p…

Brittany Bancroft and James Germain return to recap our Austin Comedy Tour! We talk about our favorite shows, mics, and moments from our trip, as well as the differences between New Orleans' and Austin's comedy scenes and comedians. We also discuss issues with depression, anxiety, and how drugs and alcohol affect these conditions and how they affec…

On this episode I go on a road trip to Austin, Texas with Brittany Bancroft and James Germain for a week long Comedy Tour! We spent 8+ hours in Brittany's Subaru talking about the important things in life or maybe just wondering how we would die in an apocalypse with out glasses, allergy meds, or in my case... my CPAP machine.........Website: Jorge…

Comedians, Nature Boy, Rochelle the Comic, and Richard Dobuss talk about some of their worst experiences on stage................. Website: Jorgevelazquezcomedy.com . IG: @_jorgevelazquez_ . Recorded: 8/05/ 2018 Released: 8/06/2018--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/funnytalkswithfunnyfucks/support…

On this Episode comedians Kendall Keating, Jon Reynolds, and Drew Hugh, open up about their stand up experiences, their journey as they find their stage voice, and the therapeutic value of performing.................... Website: Jorgevelazquezcomedy.com . IG: @_jorgevelazquez_ . Recorded: 7/28/2018 Released: 7/30/2018--- Support this podcast: https…

This week comedians Mike Hall, Breezy, and A.J. Bell about comedy venues in New Orleans....................... Website: Jorgevelazquezcomedy.com . IG: @_jorgevelazquez_ . Recorded: 7/22/2018 Released: 7/23/2018--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/funnytalkswithfunnyfucks/support…