Fun? Unbearable? Funbearable is a comedy podcast with Ray Harrington, Brad Rohrer, and Chuck Staton. With almost 138 combined years of live comedy and filmmaking experience, they tackle* pop culture, comedy, and existential dread. Basically, we're saying it's a podcast. *tickle (sorry)
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The unpredictable and passionate filmmaker Chuck Staton (from punk band Senior Discount) and the mild-mannered and softspoken Brad Rohrer (Senior Discount video star and Providence Improv Guild player) discuss/obsess over pop culture in all its forms, tell behind-the-scenes stories from their various projects, and interview other musicians, comedians, and artists.
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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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Ep 357 Chuck Staton & Brad Rohrer "Funbearable Podcast"
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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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#104 - Derek Furtado Gets the Pull Out
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Video We've got a special guest this week, Funbros and Funbabes - DEREK FURTADO is in the studio! Derek worked alongside Ray for years - co-hosting the podcast "With Ray and Derek," co-starring in Ray's documentary "Be A Man," and eventually co-starring in "Undependent" with Ray. Chuck also worked on "Undependent" and all FOUR of the men worked tog…
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Ep 359 Mike Donovan "A Master Class In Comedy"
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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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Vid Our 100th episode LIVE is THIS Sunday, July 21st! Tix @ funbearablepod.com 23 days. 22 shows. 8 flights. 7 ships. 1 seaplane, and a seven-hour overnight drive from Washington DC to Rhode Island. Ray goes back to Alaska and returns, changed again. Video edit by Craig Depina @funbearablepod Don't forget to grab a brand new Funbearable shirt at fu…
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Ep 358 Jay Burns & Grandma Martha "Google That .. Mutha F***a"
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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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#102 - Who Wants to Be a Fun-yonaire?
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vid here *Our 100th episode will be live on Sunday, 7/21 at the Comedy Connection in RI* However, this is our "in-studio" celebration! 100 eps baby!! We've got packages from the biggest Funbears! We've got a BRAND NEW GAME hosted by Chuck, called "Who Wants to Be a Fun-yonaire?" that will test Ray and Brad's knowledge of the history of the show! An…
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#101-B: BONUS - Chuck and Brad Podcast: The Story of Ray Harrington
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With our live 100th episode approaching, we thought we'd post something fun from the archive: the very first time Brad, Chuck and Ray sat down to record a podcast together. Originally aired August 31st, 2017. Original description: "This is one of my favorite episodes ever. We are joined by Ray Harrington - comedian, documentarian, good human. We ta…
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#101 - Hit the Road Jack, Let's Crack That Sac!
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Vid here *Yes, last week was episode 99 and this week is 101. Episode 100 will be live very soon, scroll to the bottom for info* We are diving BACK into our mailsac to hear more from our lovely, lovely listeners. We're answering the tough questions: What is our favorite pizza? How do we feel about sex bets? Did the boys ever miss any romantic oppor…
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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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Vid hereBrad comes up with a new, multi-use catchphrase. Ray brings a helpful book to the table. Chuck answers questions about cryptids. Video edit by Craig Depina @funbearablepod Funbearable's 100th episode will be LIVE in Rhode Island at the Comedy Connection on Sunday, July 21st! Tickets here at funbearablepod.com#sayings #pork #comedy #comic #…
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Ep 355 Andrew Kennedy "Latino In Disguise"
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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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#98 - Dr. Genius 2: Now He Has a Theme Song
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Video here This week we are treated with the RETURN of Funbearaville's resident brainiac; Dr. Genius! He's back with new ideas for the podcast, business that the boys can start, and other reprehensible yet brilliant notions! They're contagious concepts for the common man. Video edit by Craig Depina Huge thanks to Dave Case for the new Dr. Genius th…
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Ep 354 Dan Martin "Raw Truth; Misery Loves Comedy"
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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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#97 - Zach Valencia AKA Little Dicky AKA Mr. Hung
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Vid here This week we are joined by Boston comic Zach Valencia to talk about his life of forcing other children to fight for his amusement. Chuck, Ray and Brad at some point found out how old Zach is and decide to remake "Three Men and a Baby." Zach is a great guy - super funny and such a great dude who perfectly fits in to Funbeariville. Video edi…
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Ep 353 Johnny Ater "The Friggin' ADHD Episode"
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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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Vid here **We open the show by announcing our 100th episode will be LIVE at the Comedy Connection in RI on Sunday, 7/21st!** Then - Chuck has nunchucks! Ray has new comedy catchphrases! Brad hates yard sales! Now, that's what I call Funbearable (Vol. 96)! Video edit by Craig Depina @funbearablepod.com / funbearablepod.com #yardsales #nunchucks #fle…
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Ep 352 Tyler Hittner "Hardest Working Comic On 2 Wheels"
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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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Vid here That's right - you asked for it, you DEMANDED it - and now "Pitch Doctors" is BACK, baby!!! The new Jim Henson documentary (Jim Henson: Idea Man) is coming out this Friday. So Brad, Ray and Chuck are bringing their OWN Muppet movie ideas to the table! How would our heroes handle those puppet pioneers? Find out! Video edit by Craig Depina @…
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Ep 351 Myq "Mike" Kaplan "Our Favorite Comedian On The Entire Flat Earth"
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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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Youtube Ladies and gentlemen, the Funboys are joined this week by filmmaker Shaun Colón! Shaun is the director of "A Fat Wreck," the story of Fat Wreck Chords. He's also the director of the upcoming "Age of Audio," a documentary about podcasting that includes Ira Glass, Fred Armisen, Kevin Smith, Matt Gourley, Paul F. Tompkins, and Scott Aukerman t…
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Ep 350 Roger Kabler " Being Robin ( Williams ) The Movie "
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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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Vid hereThe rumors are true! Ray Harrington headed to Ireland and he's back to spill the potatoes! London and more of the UK are also in the mix! Maybe the person who's bad at geography shouldn't be writing this description. Ray and the fam stay in a castle, eat meats pies, see The Play That Goes Wrong, go to the Taskmaster house, and enjoy a comed…
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Ep 349 Brad Pierce "A Fist Full Of Stories"
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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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#92 - Don't Talk Smack, Just Crack that Sac!
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You're damn right, Funbears! We're dedicated to catching up on listener mail so we can have a more current dialogue with our beloved Beartrust. So we're jumping back into that sac and discussing: Who would want to be friends with Brad? Do our listeners have suggestions for Sheila the Movie Slut? What kind of video games repel Ray? And what is the n…
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Ep 348 Alana Foden "Road Trippin With a NH Goddess"
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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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Ep 347 Ahmed Bharoocha "AKA Almond Birdsh*t"
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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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Ep 345 Bill and Bethany Simas from Funny 4 Funds "One Chin, Brown Hair, & Hope; $10 Million Laughs"
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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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Ep 344 Doug Guertin "Open Mics, Beer, and Belly Laughs"
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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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Ep 343 Max Dolcelli & Linda Belt "Brewing Up City Steam Memories"
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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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Ep 342 Derrick Fonseca "Here Just To Get F**k Up in the Acement"
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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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Ep 341 Roddy Thomas "Don't Let Anyone Take Your Dreams"
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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.face…
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