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01:01:56

Chris Tan Has a Roadmap

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2022/12/19

Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #263 Chris Tan talks with Valerie Lopez about Making the move from Austin to New York City (for work) and back to Austin (for comedy) Getting into festivals, including the 2022 Altercation Comedy Festival How his Laughing Stock Comedy Showcase has taught him the dos and don'ts of producing comedy shows Recorded November 2022 Follow Chris Linktree - linktr.ee/laughingstock Instagram - @devoutlychristan Facebook - Facebook.com/devoutlychristan

01:06:07

Josh Cabaza: A Fresh Start Pays Off

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2022/12/12

Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #262 Josh Cabaza talks with Valerie Lopez about Putting family first Starting fresh after the pandemic The growth of Comedy Frequency - his podcast and production company Reaching the 2022 FPIA Semifinals The amazing story behind the title and cover of his upcoming album, Toys For Sale Recorded November 2022 Follow Josh Twitter - @JoshuaCabaza Instagram - @joshcabaza Follow Comedy Frequency Website - comedyfrequency.com Facebook

01:11:46

Katie Felton: Talk Softly & Carry a Big Shtick

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2022/12/04

Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #261 Katie Felton talks with Valerie Lopez about Having a multi-verse brain, but being happy in the now Our favorite topic: the change in the Austin comedy scene over the last few years The origin and inspiration for her hit showcase, Lip Shtick Battle Recorded November 2022 Follow Katie Instagram - @k8efelts TikTok - @k8efelts Follow Lip Shtick Battle Instagram - @lipshtickbattle Katie can be seen and heard: Lip Shtick Battle - 2nd and

01:06:28

Jason Rodriguez: Not Boring Anymore

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2022/11/20

Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #260 Jason Rodriguez talks with Valerie Lopez about The highly underrated accomplishment of reaching semifinals in the 2022 Cap City Comedy Club Funniest Person in Austin contest and the finals of the inaugural Austin Comedy Competition (hint: it's his broad appeal). How comedy is the first thing that he's wanted to continue pursuing despite trying and failing at (in the past, see bullet #1). How an introvert can survive and even succeed as a comic

01:03:22

Dave Buckman: Back for the Future

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2022/11/14

Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #259 Dave Buckman returns to talk to Valerie Lopez about The brutal years of the 2020-2021 pandemic as co-owner and Executive Producer of Coldtowne Theater All the buzz surrounding the celebration of the 16th anniversary of Coldtowne, including the return to a new (temporary) live performance space! The current fundraising campaign which will help Coldtowne build a new permanent space in 2024 Recorded November 2022 Follow Dave Website

01:07:09

Where in the World is Ben Bosunga?

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2022/11/06

Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #258 Ben Bosunga talks to Valerie Lopez about his incredible gift for not having a boss. Ever. Adopting a sports mentality when it comes to his commitment to comedy (think "the process") His travel adventures and how getting outside of his scene has lead to his ability to reset and grow as a comic Recorded October 2022 Follow Ben Linktr.ee - linktr.ee/benbosunga Twitter - @benbosunga Instagram - @benbosunga Facebook - Facebook.com/benjamin.bosunga

01:01:35

John Hoeft: Diary of a Theater Kid Turned Standup Comic

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2022/10/31

Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #257 John Hoeft talks with Valerie Lopez overcoming the effects of bullying by using the stage as therapy The perks (and pitfalls) of having an incredibly supportive family His experience with the 2022 Cap City Comedy Club Funniest Person in Austin and what it felt like to be a finalist Adopting a mindset of getting better, being grateful, and staying busy Recorded October 2022 Follow John Twitter - @JohnHoeftComedy Instagram - @johnhoeft

01:01:25

Comedy with (Holly) Hart

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2022/10/23

Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #256 - Comedy with (Holly) Hart Holly Hart sits down with Valerie Lopez for her very first podcast ever to talk about comedy before, during, and after the pandemic, how her growth as a person has paralleled her growth as a comic, gaining recognition through advancing to semifinals in Cap City Comedy Club's FPIA contest and landing 2022 Moontower Comedy Festival, and shares her thoughts on the melting pot of the Austin comedy scene. PS - you can catch he

50:18

Alyssa Spatola Introduces Her Self

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2022/10/17

Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #255 Alyssa Spatola talks Valerie Lopez to talk about creating spaces for underrepresented and marginalized communities in comedy through Open Michelle and Texass Queer Comedy Show, finding more joy in helping comics rise up than in being on stage herself, and encourages anyone that wants to be a standup to go for it. We're also very excited that Alyssa has joined our team of podcast article writers! Recorded October 2022 Follow Alyssa Website

54:32

Vanessa Gonzalez: Homecoming Queen

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2022/10/09

Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #254 Vanessa Gonzalez joins us for her 3rd conversation with Valerie Lopez by Zoom to talk about fighting feelings of failure after moving to Los Angeles and returning to Austin during the pandemic only to be rewarded with a 2022 Best of Stand-up Comic award from the Austin Chronicle and Variety's Top 10 Comics to Watch in 2022. She also shares the story of how she landed the opening comic spot on the Chelsea Handler: Vaccinated and Horny Tour. And we get

01:04:14

Jt Habersaat Holds Fourth

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2022/10/03

Read the article at ComedyWham.com JT Habersaat returns for his 4th episode with Valerie Lopez to talk about literally how his latest album, Swampbeast (800 Pound Gorilla Records) was made down to the vinyl color, shares the pros and cons of changing record labels, the continued adventures of touring with Eddie Pepitone, teases a new book project, and of course, promotes the 2022 Altercation Festival coming to Kickbutt Coffee on October 19-22 with headliners Jackie Kashian, James Adomian, Eddie

55:01

Casey Rocket Knows What He's Doing

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2022/09/25

Read the article at ComedyWham.com Casey Rocket talks candidly with Valerie Lopez about living life satirically, the learning process for being an absurdist comic, how getting the attention of one of the most powerful podcast producers in the country changed his life, and tells us that we're all going to land on our feet. We rate this episode "Master Class" for all the great insights into comedy and life that Casey shared openly. Recorded September 2022 Follow Casey Patreon

01:12:25

Ivy Le is Making it Happen

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2022/09/19

Read the article at ComedyWham.com Ivy Le sits down with Valerie Lopez to talk about how comedy came to her (not vice versa), the process of becoming a reluctant host on the podcast FOGO: Fear of Going Outside, hosting the only Austin queer open mic Tongue & Cheek, and the return of Austin Sketch Fest. Austin Sketch Fest returns September 29 to October 1, 2022 at the Scottish Rite Theater in Austin - headliners include Mo Collins (MadTV, Fear the Walking Dead, Parks and Recreation) and Girl God

01:16:20

Ryan Cownie: Can't Stop Goofin'

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2022/09/12

Read the article at ComedyWham.com Ryan Cownie sits down with Valerie Lopez for his second time to talk about the trials and tribulations of moving to LA, how the Comedy Wham Isolation Comedy Zoom shows became a fun escape for him during the pandemic, and the mischief he's gotten into since returning to his 2nd home, Austin. This is a special treat because Ryan is our 250th guest!! Recorded August 2022 Follow Ryan Twitter - @ryancownie Instagram - @ryamcownie Facebook - Facebook.com/RyanCownie

01:02:18

Alden Schaub Champions the Mundane

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2022/08/29

Read the article at ComedyWham.com Alden Schaub sits down with Valerie Lopez to talk about how comedy saved him from a life of aimless (and sometimes dangerous) job hopping, life as a trivia show host, keeping busy hosting open mics around Austin, and we spend a lot of time talking about the practical side of being a comic. Oh, and Alden single-handedly revolutionizes Valerie's podcasting gear setup. Recorded August 2022 Follow Alden Website - Sites.google.com/aldenschaub Linktree

01:21:21

Yola Lu Forges Her Own Path

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2022/08/22

Read the article at ComedyWham.com Yola Lu talks honestly with Valerie Lopez and shares her comedy origins with standup in Seattle, launch of Y'All We Asian improv troupe, web series Uncomfortable, and ambitious goals she has set for herself over the next two years. Recorded August 2022 Follow Yola Website - yolalucomedy.com Linktree - linktr.ee/yolajlu Twitter - @yolajlu Instagram - @yolajlu Youtube - Youtube.com/uncomfortabletheseries Yola can be seen and heard: Oh Wow! Night Time! - 1st and

01:10:32

Mandy Kay: There's Always Ice Cream

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2022/08/15

Read the article at ComedyWham.com This week, Mandy Kay talks with Valerie Lopez about the lifelong pursuit of learning (and ice cream), the mantras that see her through the challenges of life, her move from the Denver to Austin comedy scene, and how important it is to balance the chase of success with being yourself. Recorded August 2022 Follow Mandy Website - mandykaycomedy.com Twitter - @MandyKayComedy Instagram - @mandykaycomedy Youtube - Youtube.com/MandyKayComedy Mandy can be seen and

01:00:21

Andre Ricks: The Best Plan is Not Having One

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2022/08/08

Read the article at ComedyWham.com This week, Andre Ricks talks with Valerie Lopez about the view from the new podcast recording location, how time is the most valuable resource we have, life as a comic in Austin before the pandemic and after, and his exciting new venture as co-owner of the East Austin Comedy Club. Recorded July 2022 Follow Andre Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drericks87/?hl=en Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/andre.ricks.357 Follow East Austin Comedy Club Website

39:20

Guy Branum is a Goddess

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2022/06/28

2022 Moontower Comedy Festival Series Read the article at ComedyWham.com Guy Branum sits down with Valerie Lopez to explain why lawyers and comics are both aggressive people who like to be coercive, his observations on the evolution in queer comedy in San Francisco and across the country, his wish for diversity to be addressed more thoughtfully, and his exciting upcoming role in Bros, the rom-com starring Billy Eichner set to release in September 2022. Recorded April 2022 at Moontower Just for

41:52

Erica Rhodes: On Lost Socks and Finding Authenticity

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2022/06/20

2022 Moontower Comedy Festival Series Read the article at ComedyWham.com Erica Rhodes sits down with Valerie Lopez to discuss the milestones she's achieved during the five years since her first Moontower interview with us in 2017 including her debut album, Sad Lemon, her debut special, La Vie en Rhodes, touring (safely) during a pandemic, and shares her love of writing for both standup and as a means of honoring her father. Recorded April 2022 at Moontower Just for Laughs Comedy Festival. Follow

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