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Podcast #154: Ryan Kelly

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2023/09/01

Ryan Kelly has done a lot in a little time, and he’s making his Comedy Castle debut soon. Ryan tells Joel about his college days in Michigan, his Grandma’s Jägermeister proclivity, and all about his near-death experiences on sea, air and land. You’ll also hear how Ryan fights cybercrime, and why Jay Leno wanted to… Continue reading Podcast #154: Ryan Kelly →

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Podcast #153: Kevin Lepine Returns

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2023/08/25

High-energy comedy/hypnotist Kevin Lepine returns to the show to plug his return to The Comedy Castle. Kevin is a favorite guest of this show and he tells us of his Detroit roots, his earliest days in show business as a costumed character, the evolution of his Las Vegas show, and the one thing to never… Continue reading Podcast #153: Kevin Lepine Returns →

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Podcast #152: Cam Rowe

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2023/08/15

Don’t let his massive 6’9″ frame scare you – Cam Rowe is a gentle giant and one of the funniest comics around. Cam joins Joel on the eve of his first headlining weekend at The Comedy Castle to talk his pro-sports upbringing, one-in-a-million fame on reality TV (in Europe!), and the joys and peril of… Continue reading Podcast #152: Cam Rowe →

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Podcast #151 J. Chris Newberg Returns

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2023/08/08

Detroit native J. Chris Newberg visits The Comedy Castle every August. And he returns to this podcast to chat with Joel about a slew of topics on this show, including the perils of moving to Los Angeles for comedy, the rise of Matt Rife, touring with Dane Cook at his zenith, and how comedy has… Continue reading Podcast #151 J. Chris Newberg Returns →

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Podcast #150: Derek Richards Returns

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2023/08/01

It’s a fantastic week at The Comedy Castle, and we have a terrific visit from Derek Richards on this show. Derek is a frequent opener for this week’s headliner, Dave Landau, and has a 30-year career of his own, too. Derek tells of his unique beginnings in comedy, the current state of comedy in Las… Continue reading Podcast #150: Derek Richards Returns →

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Podcast #149: Michael Longfellow

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2023/07/25

Michael Longfellow is the newest cast member, erm, featured performer on Saturday Night Live. Joel asks about the pressure of being on the show, comparisons to past big stars like Bill Hader and Norm McDonald, and hear how his audition was different than what you might expect. Also, Michael talks about using his family as… Continue reading Podcast #149: Michael Longfellow →

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Podcast #148: Eric Neumann Returns

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2023/07/19

Eric Neumann returns after less than one year away for a special Sunday night show on July 30th. And took some time to chat with Joel! Eric talks how social media is better than late-night television for exposure now, his fun times last year at The Comedy Castle, and why he’ll be making his won… Continue reading Podcast #148: Eric Neumann Returns →

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Podcast #147: Will Burkhart

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2023/07/11

Will Burkhart has fun on stage – and the audience does, too! Will talks to Joel about making social media comedy clips, why it’s usually clips of crowd work, and why his headshot looks like that. plus, hear about Will’s first trip to Canada, the worst town he’s ever played in, and hear Joel’s scheme… Continue reading Podcast #147: Will Burkhart →

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Podcast #146: Jay Stevens

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2023/06/06

Jay Stevens is from Cleveland, but no interstate rivalry can keep him from being a hit in Michigan, as you’ll hear in his interview with Joel. The guys talk about Ohio vs Michigan, guys who like little dogs, why you should always be nice to a comedy club staff, and the best port a cruise… Continue reading Podcast #146: Jay Stevens →

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Podcast #145: Nate Armbruster

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2023/05/30

Nate Armbruster has a new special “Sorry To Bother You”. Joel watched and enjoyed it. He was on Oxycontin. Still it’s an honest review and a source of big laughs as Nate and Joel talk about bringing your significant other to the comedy show, the power of video and social media in today’s comedy and… Continue reading Podcast #145: Nate Armbruster →

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Podcast #144: Maher Matta

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2023/05/23

After making a big splash in his Detroit debut in 2021, Maher Matta makes his headlining debut at The Comedy Castle this weekend! Maher tells Joel about starting comedy in rural Tennessee, his time as a Virginia State Trooper, and how doing stand-up comedy in Arabic works – or doesn’t work! Maher is a rising… Continue reading Podcast #144: Maher Matta →

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Podcast #143: Josh Wolf

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2023/05/16

Josh Wolf makes his Comedy Castle debut this weekend, and it’s long overdue. As you’ll here Josh has been playing everywhere, bring hilarious song parodies and his son as an opening act, too! Hear why audiences love hearing stories from Josh’s kids, hear how Joel remembered his start as a 90s Nintendo spokesman, how Chelsea… Continue reading Podcast #143: Josh Wolf →

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Podcast #142: Jourdain Fisher

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2023/05/09

Jourdain Fisher makes his headlining debut at The Comedy Castle this weekend. He previously opened for Craig Robinson last year and crushed it – leading to this opportunity. Joel (embarrassingly) couldn’t remember, but he’s glad that Jourdain returns for five shows this week. Jourdain tells of his close call with Superhero stardom, why he’s glad… Continue reading Podcast #142: Jourdain Fisher →

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Podcast #141: Jade Catta-Preta

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2023/05/03

Jade Catta-Preta does it all – modeling, hosting, acting, singing and doing stand-up comedy – and she’ll be doing that last one this weekend at The Comedy Castle. Jade tells Joel about her humble start at The Comedy Store, why she always brings her own microphone, and how you can get her merchandise this weekend… Continue reading Podcast #141: Jade Catta-Preta →

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Podcast #140: Ryan Niemiller/Yakov Smirnoff

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2023/04/25

A plus-sized podcast has this weekend’s headliner and America’s Got Talent star Ryan Niemiller, and comedy legend Yakov Smirnoff who performs on Sunday. Ryan tells Joel how AGT changed his life, how his love of professional wrestling led to the comedy stage, and why he’s thrilled that an 80’s heartthrob is now his friend. Then,… Continue reading Podcast #140: Ryan Niemiller/Yakov Smirnoff →

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Podcast #139: Carmen Morales

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2023/04/18

Carmen Morales makes her Comedy Castle debut (kinda) this weekend! Hear about her HBO Max special, her early life on the road, and why dating a comic isn’t that great – even if you’re a comic! Joel and Carmen swap stories of professional wrestlers in comedy and hear how Only Fans is getting into comedy… Continue reading Podcast #139: Carmen Morales →

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Podcast #138: Ian Bagg/Jen Fulwiler

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2023/04/11

Another two interview week with the not-secretly-Canadian Ian Bagg who mixes crowd work and a take-no-prisoners attitude, to become one of The Comedy Castle’s favorite headliners. Ian and Joel talk the Canadian people’s identity, Joel’s memories of causing trouble in Canada, hockey fights, and Ian’s NHL-focused podcast, Enjoying Orange Slices with Jeff and Ian. Then… Continue reading Podcast #138: Ian Bagg/Jen Fulwiler →

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Podcast #137: Jay Jurden

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2023/04/05

Jay Jurden is a fast-rising name on the comedy scene as both a comedian and TV writer. Jay tells Joel why TV writing is something all comics should pursue, the difficulties of starting a stand-up career in Mississippi, and why gay marriage legalization worked for him, but not everybody. This show was delayed for the… Continue reading Podcast #137: Jay Jurden →

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Podcast #136: Vicki Barbolek/Jeff Leeson

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2023/03/28

Another double interview week with weekend headliner and America’s Got Talent star Vicki Barbolek and Sunday headliner Jeff Leeson. Vicki tells about her unique start in comedy, how Mitzi Shore helped her, growing up with an NFL dad, and Joel has words for Vicki’s friend Simon Cowell. Jeff is “The King of Crowd Work” and… Continue reading Podcast #136: Vicki Barbolek/Jeff Leeson →

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Podcast #135: Chris Porter Returns

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2023/03/20

One of the favorites at The Comedy Castle returns to the club and this podcast – it’s Chris Porter! Chris is one of the nicest, funniest comics around but if you’re in a drunk birthday party, look out! Chris and Joel talk the effect of weed and other substances on audiences, Chris’ rules for dealing… Continue reading Podcast #135: Chris Porter Returns →

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