Best Lightcircle Entertainment Podcasts (2024)

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Trailer for Funny People Talking 2:51

1+ y ago2:51

2:51

Marc Raco and co-hosts Danielle Beckmann and Dresden Engle interview entertainers, influencers, icons, innovators, and incredible people who have one thing in common: they are funny! Episodes feature improv games, the latest and funniest news, plus unusual food and dead-pan delivery zingers from Elsie the Producer. From celebrity star stories to St…

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Trump Impersonating Trump - Comedian/Impersonator John Di Domenico 51:09

3y ago51:09

51:09

The #1 Donald Trump Impersonator in the World, John Di Domenico, talks with "American Enough" podcast host Vikrum Aiyeron about how comedy, satire, and late night TV is dividing, uniting, and trolling America. John is an American, Emmy Nominated, Actor, Writer, Comedian and Impersonator, he performs many different characters and is best known for h…

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Dreams, SNL, and Second City - SNL Scholars Alexi Bolden, Gabriela Castillo, Kaili Turner & Morgan Van Dyne 1:27:36

3y ago1:27:36

1:27:36

The most guests ever! Dresden has a flat tire and Elsie is MIA, so it's just Marc with SNL Scholarship Recipients Alexi Bolden, Gabriela Castillo, Kaili Turner & Morgan Van Dyne as they share their stories and their views on comedy; how and why they originally decided to apply for the scholarship, how they felt when they got the call, and what they…

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A Figure of Speech - Comedian/Writer/Art Critic Christina Catherine Martinez 1:10:07

3y ago1:10:07

1:10:07

How a lost wallet led to the Fifth Dimension turning into an overnight sensation, a round of the improv game Guppy Tank has contestants pitch unusual ideas to a panel of investors: a skippy lippy whippy exercise device, and something to help even the whitest and honkiest among us pop and lock with style and ease, MouthMedia Network intern Darcy wor…

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Smack Dab in the Middle of Funny - Comedian/Writer Robby Hoffman 1:15:51

3+ y ago1:15:51

1:15:51

Small ex-Chasidic queer Jewish stand-up comedian and Emmy Award-winning writer Robby Hoffman reveals her comedy journey, how even as a financial auditor, it was always a part of who she was as a person. And Robby leads a crucial and enlightening discussion about the past, present and future roles of women in comedy, and the still-present stereotype…

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Hilarity and Hope - Comedian, Writer, Teacher Chris Murphy 55:14

3+ y ago55:14

55:14

A harrowing tale of freezing waiting six hours for a COVID vaccine, lion headphones, Rhyming the Headlines with Elsie covers a baby thug makeover and creepy imaginary friends, and a round of the favorite improv game Audible brings scheduling conflicts at the zoo and romance on the high wire. And, veteran stand-up comedian and comedy teacher Chris M…

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Possibly a Nora Ephron Musical - Musicians Matt Aument and John Coons 1:00:21

3+ y ago1:00:21

1:00:21

The gang's back with Season 3! Dresden possibly has green hair, and shares some very personal experiences with Covid-19 from the perspective of her and her family, Elsie debuts a new Yum or Yuck with a kind of taro reading, Dresden reveals a moment involving Eddie Money and an unfortunate gigantic bag of weed, and a round of the hilarious improv ga…

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Rayna Greenberg and Ashley Hesseltine of Girls Gotta Eat - How Far They've Come 33:09

3+ y ago33:09

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How the desire to share life’s realities as women in dating, sex, and more turned into a real growing business as podcasters with Girls Gotta Eat… Ashley Hesseltine (standup comedian, writer, and founder of @brosbeingbasic + @fashiondads_) and Rayna Greenberg (writer, photographer, founder of @onehungryjew) host the popular podcast “Girls Gotta Eat…

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Comedian Maija Digiorgio - The Rough and the Delicate 1:10:22

3+ y ago1:10:22

1:10:22

Always funny, Maija DiGiorgio is a comedian, filmmaker who in her first year doing stand-up took the comedy world by storm taping five national TV appearances, receiving a standing ovation at NBC’s Live from the Apollo, and performing at the HBO Aspen Comedy Festival. Her hour show IncogNegro was part of the summer series at the prestigious Here th…

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Artist, Photographer, Producer Miles Maker - Killer Robot 1:05:15

3+ y ago1:05:15

1:05:15

Award-winning visual artist, commercial photographer and producer of independent motion pictures Miles Maker, known for his cinematic visual style that is honest and intimate, emotive and kinetic, timeless and iconic, is featured in the classic episode of Monkey Radio with Marc with co-host Ben Rose. This is also the first appearance of the improv …

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Six-Time Tony Nominee Chad Beguelin - Booking Broadway 50:55

3+ y ago50:55

50:55

As we time travel into this episode of "Monkey Radio with Marc", Marc and co-host Ben Rose record on-location at Baconery and are joined by six-time Tony nominee Beguelin. His works include Disney’s Aladdin (Tony Award nomination for Best Book and Best Original Score, Drama Desk Award Nomination for Best Book and Outstanding Lyrics), The Prom (Tony…

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Comedian Brad Sherwood - New Year, Old Show 1:04:05

3+ y ago1:04:05

1:04:05

As we time travel into this episode of "Monkey Radio with Marc", Marc and co-host Ben Rose are joined by improv comedian and actor Brad Sherwood of "Whose Line Is It Anyway?" fame. Plus a round of "If I Were In Charge of the World" and Elsie brings a fun End of Show Food. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/liste…

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Artist and Activist Tootsie Warhol - Orange You Appropriated? 1:10:10

3+ y ago1:10:10

1:10:10

Elsie has mobile mistletoe, Marc pitches inventions to battle noisy neighbors, another round of Headline Poetry with Elsie covers a German pilot’s strange activities, a baby Thai elephant, and a Russian cat, a round of "What If: Political Edition" uncovers will campaign strategies. Plus, lawyer-turned-artist/activist Tootsie Warhol shares his journ…

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Darlene Liebman of Creative Humans - In the Voice of a Sassy Production Manager 1:00:14

3+ y ago1:00:14

1:00:14

A real-life When Harry Met Sally Christmas tree moment, a PR Tip on using the right words, Elsie's Headline-Inspired Poetry, Dresden has a special light and one-upping one another with a new improv game "With All Due Respect". Plus, guest Darlene Liebman talks about her amazing business Creative Humans (a platform that matches up brands with video …

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Famed Music Publicist and Radio Host Eric Alper - Prognostication 1:16:03

3+ y ago1:16:03

1:16:03

Dresden is stuck in a Frozen room thanks to a COVID scare, why rocker Eddie Money was better than Google, a scandalous musical press conference, move review prognostication, and theories about being ghosted by a busker. Canadian music correspondent, blogger, radio host and former director of media relations at eOne Music Canada Eric Alper (who also…

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Nathan Russell of Hammond Hill Media - Mushroom Gym 47:15

3+ y ago47:15

47:15

Elsie has streamers, amazing dairy-free ice cream from Casper's called Jolly Llama in a special installment of Yum or Yuck, a dispute between Hollywood legends, improv game Guppy Tank features mushroom-motivated exercise, a key killer, and more. Nathan Russell, UCB comedian and founder of Hammond Hill Media (a full service creative studio and produ…

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Colin McIntosh of Sheets & Giggles - He's In Charge of the World 1:12:36

3+ y ago1:12:36

1:12:36

A real life GI Joe, a Beach Boys memory, being the "Kool Aid" house, escalator etiquette, annoying TikTok dances, throwing cold butter on hot pancakes, Elsie's surprising advice, and what we would all do if we were in charge of the world! Plus Colin McIntosh, the founder of Sheets & Giggles (a sustainability-focused, mission driven bedsheet company…

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Thanksgiving Special 2020 - What If Everyone Was Welcome? 1:21:08

3+ y ago1:21:08

1:21:08

We're thankful, and have invited special friends to drop by. Marc's friend and former co-host John Locke guest-hosts, and a few surprise guests drop in. Plus a super special hard-to-find Thanksgiving tasting from Elsie, a blast from the past, and a super hilarious round of the improv game "What If?" Happy Thanksgiving everyone! See omnystudio.com/l…

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Rory Hughes of BOOM - Making All the World Stage 59:05

3+ y ago59:05

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Emotional stories of election results celebration, Dresden's eyebrows are woven like lace, a round of Yum or Yuck with tasty Lekkco Belgian dark chocolate spreads, and a round of the improv comedy game Redirection, in which direction changes mid-scene and a day at the zoo turns unexpectedly dark. Founder Rory Hughes joins from Ireland and discusses…

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Comedian Debra DiGiovanni - Kind of a Big Deal 1:21:17

3+ y ago1:21:17

1:21:17

Elsie hilariously gives her own take on real headlines, Arnold Schwarzenegger gets into unexpected situations in a revisited improv game favorite, Dresden recalls an under-appreciated Ken Burns-related April Fools joke, cast mysteries, and why the US might be Canada's downstairs neighbor with a meth lab. Plus, big-deal stand-up comedian Debra DiGio…

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Actress Jen Cody - Broadway Star...Princess...Crack Whore? 56:39

3+ y ago56:39

56:39

Sheer star power. Dresden clings to the 1980's, Elsie has everyone in absolute stitches with a story some of us have already seen, and everyone enjoys an improvised Oscar-Winning Moment! Hugely talented Broadway star Jen Cody (Urinetown, The Wild Party, Shrek, Pajama Game, and many more), film (Charlotte La Bouff in Disney's “The Princess and the F…

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Actor, Comedy Writer, and Musician Eliza Kingsbury - Ms. Multipotentialite 1:01:47

3+ y ago1:01:47

1:01:47

Facing off with a Sopranos actor, licking a subway pole, musical arguments cover toenail clippings and estranged twins, and Elsie becomes the canvas. Comedian, writer, actor, musician, and UCB performer Eliza Kingsbury joins to discuss her three-name identity, the story behind her recent Lady Gaga parody video, being an entertainer during a pandemi…

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Breast Surgeon Dr. Rachel Farkas - Laughter Is Great Medicine 1:04:04

4y ago1:04:04

1:04:04

A special Breast Cancer Awareness episode with Rochester, NY breast surgeon Dr. Rachel Farkas. Small celebrities, a round of improv with The Jewish Mother News Reporter covers a prom fashion faux pas and hosting a holiday without warning, and a very fishy segment of Yum or Yuck. Plus Rachel shares how she treats every patient as an individual (rath…

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Michael F. Schein of Microfame Media - F-ing Hype! 1:10:15

4y ago1:10:15

1:10:15

An important middle initial, an ice cream extravaganza, celebrities mess up Dresden's name, the concept of hype and why it is neither good nor bad, how marketing and PR have transformed over time, and an improv game about a big f-ing announcement brings a movie trailer, a preacher, a horror movie, and 1930's radio! Michael F. Schein, founder of Mic…

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Actor Tamar Greene of "Hamilton" - Washington Gives Up to 62.5% 1:17:54

4y ago1:17:54

1:17:54

Hamilton's "George Washington" on Broadway, Tamar Greene, reveals an epic journey to landing his dream role, why he follows cheeky advice to never give more than 62.5%, surprises us with a live performance of a favorite song, and talks social relevancy and weight of taking on such an iconic American role at challenging time in America. Plus, sage a…

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Chris Schembra of 7:47 Club - Thank You, Gratitude! 1:02:35

4y ago1:02:35

1:02:35

Unicorn glitter, the most unfortunately-named award ever, taste-testing everything, Tina Fey gets the treatment, discovering ASMR porn, and a very emotional press conference redefines Lady Gaga. Plus, Chris Schembra, the Gratitude Guru and most sought after dinner host anywhere, shares how gratitude saved his life and inspired a company that brings…

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Folk Singer Mercy Bell - She’s Got Merch 53:10

4y ago53:10

53:10

Queer Filipino-American folk-singer Mercy Bell takes us through her career in the music scene, why appearing in Rolling Stone made her go get a job, how identifying off the bat as both queer and Filipino is of personal importance to her, and the importance of humor for much needed levity to her songs which can otherwise deal with heavy topics. Plus…

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Comedian Judy Gold - It's Funny, Not Nirvana 1:05:24

4y ago1:05:24

1:05:24

Legendary comedian, actor, writer, podcaster, and host Judy Gold goes deep on censoring comics, advice for new comedians in the current political climate, dealing with Trump supporters, writing and revisiting jokes, career accomplishments and near misses, future goals, and why Madonna was a TV mom to Judy's son. Plus, too many goats, a huge Willy W…

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Drag Queen Mrs. Kasha Davis - Diva Dad Jokes in a Dress 1:11:51

4y ago1:11:51

1:11:51

Mrs Kasha Davis (MKD), a Drag Queen best known for RuPauls Drag Race Season 7, is the self proclaimed International Celebrity Housewife who has traveled the world entertaining audiences with her wit and down home charm. Take a fabulous, fun-filled trip through her career start, reinvention, meaning, wigs, dealing with hecklers and disbelievers, and…

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And, Coming to the Mic: Dresden Engle! 1:21:50

4y ago1:21:50

1:21:50

Comedian, actress, singer, playwright, mom, and award-winning author (in spring 2020 she published the first and only biography of rock star Eddie Money) and communications professional Dresden Engle joins as co-host. In this Season 2 premiere episode, Danielle is off to another planet, Marc is Archie Bunker, Elsie grows window-corn, and we hear a …

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Announcing Season 2! 3:32

4y ago3:32

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Marc and Elsie announce Season 2. And big news! Check out Elsie's videos on Instagram @elsietheproducer See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Lightcircle Entertainment

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Comedian Nicole Blaine - Because Jennifer Aniston 1:18:21

4y ago1:18:21

1:18:21

The greatest Jennifer Aniston story ever and why an obsession with the TV show "Friends" inspired a comedy career, birds everywhere, puzzles in a pandemic, the mystery of the green shirt, a new improv game "Seuss This" brings Dr. Seuss-styled arguments, and mystery foods. Plus, comedian, producer, and writer Nicole Blaine shares the scoop on her ne…

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Writer and Comedian Julie Harrison-Harney - Turkey Basters on the Dark Web 1:14:05

4+ y ago1:14:05

1:14:05

Elsie's cat says hi, the no-poo hair washing technique, life during COVID-19 and spreading optimism and hope, a brazen theft a cookie, a round of the improv game "The Meh News", dog-related nicknames, and a self-service, at-home version of End of Show Food. Plus, comedian and writer Julie Harrison-Harney shares about writing for UCB and the WWE, wo…

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Producer, Comedian, Writer Dani Faith Leonard - Adult Sex Ed 1:15:20

4+ y ago1:15:20

1:15:20

Big Vision, Empty Wallet, navigating humor during COVID-19, a round of the improv game "What If" brings Tom Cruise, Kevin Bacon, Judi Dench, and a baseball scarring and fiery end, a stage show with adult sex education, and an End of Show Food first. Producer, writer, and comedian Dani Faith Leonard joins remotely from her mother's home. See omnystu…

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Comedian Jay Leno on Staying Entertained During COVID-19 12:18

4+ y ago12:18

12:18

SPECIAL MINISODE ON COVID-19: Comedy legend and former host of The Tonight Show "Jay Leno" offers his thoughts on tips for staying entertained and upbeat during the COVID-19 pandemic. Impression for this parody/satire by John Di Domenico. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Larry King on Vetting News Media and Information During COVID-19 10:14

4+ y ago10:14

10:14

SPECIAL MINISODE ON COVID-19: Newsman and talk show legend "Larry King" offers his thoughts on evaluating helpful information and news and when to ignore bad information during the COVID-19 pandemic. Impression for this parody/satire by John Di Domenico. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in…

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Ozzy Osbourne on Staying Healthy During COVID-19 11:37

4+ y ago11:37

11:37

SPECIAL MINISODE ON COVID-19: The Price of Darkness "Ozzy Osbourne" offers his thoughts on staying healthy and mentally well during the COVID-19 pandemic. Impression for this parody/satire by John Di Domenico. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Austin Powers on Intimacy, Romance, and Connection During COVID-19 12:24

4+ y ago12:24

12:24

SPECIAL MINISODE ON COVID-19: "Austin Powers" ("International Man of Mystery") stops by to discuss intimacy, romance, sex, letter-writing, connection, social distancing, and more in the face of COVID-19. Impression for this parody/satire by John Di Domenico. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privac…

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Dr. Evil on Social Distancing and Handwashing During COVID-19 10:29

4+ y ago10:29

10:29

SPECIAL MINISODE ON COVID-19: Dr. Evil (the nemesis of Austin Powers) stops by to discuss social distancing, proper hand-washing, and the meaning of evil in the face of COVID-19. Impression for this parody/satire by John Di Domenico. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Dr. Phil on Mental Health During COVID-19? 12:21

4+ y ago12:21

12:21

SPECIAL MINISODE ON COVID-19: Talk show host "Dr. Phil" stops by to talk about maintaining mental and emotional health in the face of COVID-19, social distancing, and quarantine, and how to avoid being stupid. Impression for this parody/satire by John Di Domenico. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for …

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POTUS on COVID-19 10:04

4+ y ago10:04

10:04

SPECIAL MINISODE ON COVID-19: The "President of the United States" stops by to talk about everything he is doing to address the pandemic, and advice on staying calm and hopeful. Impression for this parody/satire by John Di Domenico. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Writer and Comedian Stephen Strauss - A Kangaroo, an Arrest, and a Strange Tie 1:27:25

4+ y ago1:27:25

1:27:25

A Star Wars arrest, fake towns on maps, an improv game with a big announcement, deploying comedy for levity in workplaces, and a shocking End of Show Food from down under. Writer, corporate consultant, and comedian Stephen Strauss shares his journey, how he became a comedian, and an amazing tie born from a Bar Mitzvah. See omnystudio.com/listener f…

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Katsura Sunshine - Tell Me a Story 1:11:17

4+ y ago1:11:17

1:11:17

Rakugo is the Japanese art of comic storytelling with stories that have been passed down from Master to Apprentice. This art form has 800 current masters but what makes Katsura Sunshine special is that he is the only non-Japanese master. The gang's all back together, along with Katsura Sunshine, sharing subway stories, a round of "One Word Story", …

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Ben Lillie of Caveat - Funny Physicist 1:18:55

4+ y ago1:18:55

1:18:55

Caveat CEO and Co-Founder Ben Lillie makes entertainment smarter. The physicist turned storyteller is also Founder of The Story Collider, a former Ted writer, and a Moth Slam Champion. Marc and Elsie explore this remarkable story in academics, in performance, and building Caveat, turn a crosswalk and elevator into hilarious sporting events in a new…

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2019 Holiday Show With the Stars of The Latina Christmas Special 1:21:26

4+ y ago1:21:26

1:21:26

We celebrate one year of podcasting with a Holiday Special, the stars of The Latina Christmas Special, and a quartet of cheesy flavors from Whisps for End of Show Food! Plus, Marc resents satisfaction surveys, Elsie’s got bratwurst and movie reviews for flicks she hasn’t seen yet, an improv game with changing theater styles, and all about an incred…

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Randi Zinn of Beyond Mom - Follow the Flow 1:47:48

4+ y ago1:47:48

1:47:48

Coffee transgressions, Danielle's short film experience, the value of giving feedback to businesses, a new improv game "Headline Argument", and author, podcaster, and thought leader Randi Zinn on motherhood, business, humor, and yoga. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Singer/Songwriter Will Boyajian of Hopeful Cases - An American Voice for Good 1:21:28

4+ y ago1:21:28

1:21:28

Triboluminescence and sparks in candy-eating, Marc's stories about Karma and integrity, a new improv game Musical Press Conference brings big laughs, chicken chips, and singer/songwriter Will Boyajian's amazing charity Hopeful Cases, which involves Will (and others) busking in NYC subway stations for money, all of which is given away to whoever wan…

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Scaling Coach Bill Gallagher - Pushing Past Limits 1:01:31

4+ y ago1:01:31

1:01:31

A stand-up debut at Caroline's on Broadway, thanking Dr. Suess for nerds, Pippy Longstocking braids for a gala, Marc returns to stand-up comedy, an uncomfortable improv game with nonsensical sounds reaps insights, and scaling coach Bill Gallagher shares how he works with clients to help them grow their businesses, crafting a 15 minutes comedy routi…

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Venture Philanthropist Steve Little and Serial Entrepreneur Melinda Wittstock - Good Humor 56:07

4+ y ago56:07

56:07

Carson Kressley surprises Danielle, nerd pick-up lines, multiple stress balls, starting every day with inspiration, a round of the improv game "Audible", and Venture Philanthropist Steve Little and Serial Entrepreneur Melinda Wittstock share learnings from creating a 15-minute comedy routine and performing it on the Caroline's on Broadway stage, an…

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Entrepreneur Yanik Silver and Comedian Matt Kazam - Stand Up and Teach! 1:00:57

4+ y ago1:00:57

1:00:57

Entrepreneur Yanik Silver (founder of Maverick1000, a private, invitation-only global network of top entrepreneurs and industry leaders) and Matt Kazam (Las Vegas headliner, comedian,"edutainer", writer, and founder of They Laugh You Win, join Marc and Danielle to reflect on learning to do stand up comedy and performing a 15 minute set on the Carol…

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