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Occasionally Awesome

Nick Youssef Kevin Christy

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Join these two L.A natives as they interview their comedian, actor, artist and degenerate friends in search of the parts of life that are occasionally awesome. Also they talk about jeans and Radiohead a lot.
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A very special Occasionally Awesome with a special announcement about the show near the one hour mark. We hope you enjoy this episode with our dynasty guest Jayson Thibault. Get his album 'Return to the Red State' January 6th on All Things Records, iTunes and wherever music and comedy can be streamed. Kevin and Nick would like to thank everyone for…
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Joshua Rofé, director and producer is back n the show to promote and discuss Swift Current, his latest documentary that follows the life of NHL star Sheldon Kennedy who was sexually abused by his hockey coach as a teenager in Canada. The documentary chronicles Sheldon’s childhood through his post-NHL life where he works as an advocate for those who…
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Sarah Novia returns on the one year anniversary of her first time on the show and she talks post election blues, confusion, fear and anger over the results. Everyone goes through their thoughts on what happened and what's to come and Sarah gives some professional advice on how we can all listen and work with one anther as people to get through the …
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Vol. 4 of the music playlist challenge, this time with the always funny and interesting, David Taylor. The episode stars with a sports related sidetrack abut then gets on track. The guys didn't have time to get into the second list so look forward to a part 2 next week. Follow David on twitter at @thisdavidtaylor and listen to his podcast 'Until I …
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After an intense taste test episode where Nick, Leslie and Kevin decided on the best mint chocolate chip ice cream (episode #119), Leslie comes back to help pick the best burger in Los Angeles. Debates were started, insults were traded and burgers were tasted. Will the winner be In N Out, Fatburger or newcomer to the Los Angeles scene, Shake Shack?…
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Another installment of the playlist challenge! This round our dynasty guest Jayson Thibault comes on with a couple topics and the guys pick songs and explain why they make sense. Jayson Thibault is one of the funniest comics and best podcast guests around so make sure you listen to this one all the way through for lots of interesting conversation, …
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The great Sarah Novia (licensed counselor and pyschotherapist) returns to the show to talk about our upcoming election and how it has affected and changed the dynamic of white male privilege in America and what it means for women, minorities and our nation as a whole. Lots of passionate discussion in this one, both serious and fun. Follow Sarah on …
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Leslie Grossman just got back from a trip to Japan and comes on the show to talk all about it. If you've heard Leslie on Occasionally Awesome before you know she can make going to a grocery store funny and interesting. This episode is no exception. Follow Leslie on Twitter at @missleslieG and Instagram at @LeslieGrossman.PRE-ORDER NICK'S NEW ALBUM …
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Nick andKevin celebrate the release of Radiohead's new album 'A Moon Shaped Pool' by inviting Josh Adam Meyers and Jayson Thibault, two very funny comics and huge fans of the band, to discuss what they think about the new records as well as share their favorite Radiohead concert stories and songs and albums. In between gushing over Radiohead's bril…
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Nick and Kevin invite Brendan Smith back on the show to discuss TV theme songs. The guys go through some of their favorite songs and why along with sharing some favorite series moments and where they were when they first saw them. And don't worry, they only tackle older shows so there won't be any spoilers.…
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Nick and Kevin invite Jayson Thibault a good friend and current record holder for most guest appearances on Occasionally Awesome over to discuss the life of Prince. Jayson is the biggest Prince fan they know. The guys hang out, share stories and reflect on all the good times they had growing up listening to a unique musical icon the world lost too …
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Geoff McFetridge is an LA based designer and artist whose work has been seen in commercials, print, TV, film, museums, public installations and as skateboard and snowboard graphics for over 20 years. Geoff is a highly respected artist and he sits down with Nick and Kevin to discuss his beginnings in Canada and how his vision and process has gotten …
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Comedian, writer, essayist and author of her upcoming 4th book, ‘Real Artists Have Day Jobs’ Sara Benincasa comes on the show to talk about her recent move back to LA, her new book how she got to where she is today through hard work and pursuing what she always knew she wanted to be and do. It was an inspiring talk filled with many fin asides like …
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Ed Templeton is back this time with his lovely wife Deanna to talk all about their worldly travels and impart wisdom and advice on Nick, Kevin and the Occasionally Awesome listeners. Ed and Deanna are a well traveled couple and have great taste in art and food so listen closely and take notes before your next trip to Europe.…
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Sandy Danto, talented comedian and beloved friend of the show returns to Occasionally Awesome to promote what is without question the most unique comedy special to ever be filmed. Before he can film this special he will need our help. Sandy has launched a Kickstarter campaign to raise money to finance this special. Listen to the episode for what he…
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A pretty self explanatory episode. Nick and Kevin are back with a few things that they love and feel like you should love too! Included are books, TV, a great new way to consume coffee and other fun stuff. Remember to subscribe, rate and review Occasionally Awesome on iTunes. Every little bit helps!By Nick Youssef Kevin Christy
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Hilarious TV writer Brendan Smith is also a passionate lover of rock and roll. He's here this week to educate Nick and Kevin on the era of 70s and 80s rock they were too young to experience. He talks about Iron Maiden, Rush, Foreigner, Van Halen and other bands that helped shape his formative years and what they meant to him and his friends growing…
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Plain and simple: the humans who can lead a band better than anyone else. The faces and voices and personas that take a band from good to great to unforgettable.There were many to choose from so feel free to shout out any Kevin and Nick may have forgotten to mention. REMINDER:Subscribe, rate and review Occasionally Awesome on iTunes!!…
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Kevin and Nick spent the weekend at the annual Inspiration LA vintage and vintage inspired expo where they saw the best clothing from the last century on display and for sale and then went to the LA Art Book Fair where they saw the best the independent art world had to offer. This episode discusses their findings and thoughts on these events and ar…
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In the spirit of Valentine's Day, Kevin and Nick go through a list of 12 of the grandest most romantic gestures that one person who is in love with another person has ever done. After the list, Nick and Kevin talk about their views on romantic gestures and how they have evolved over the years.By Nick Youssef Kevin Christy
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With over 35 years in the business, veteran photographer Chris Cuffaro (@CuffaroPhoto) has seen and done it all from photo shoots with Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Iggy Pop, Gregory Hines, Lemmon and Matthau and the list goes on. His body of work covers everything from music, fashion, and the biggest Hollywood celebrities but he is mostly known for shooting…
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