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Behind The Funny

Scott Higgins Live Productions

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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All Episodes

01:10:41

Ep 409 Mollie Sperduto "Comic, Voiceover, Singer;...

Behind The Funny ·

2025/07/10

Mollie Sperduto joins us in the Acement for a fun conversation. We met Mollie working with her in NJ and hit it off. She's funny and charming on stage and has a great story. Mollie even has the experience to change your oil while making you laugh, listen to her Funny Bad Gig to found out why. Check out Mollie at https://molliesperduto.com/ or https://www.facebook.com/mollie.sperdutoCheck out Ace at https://www.aceaceto.lol/ and Scott at https://scotthigginscomedy.com/

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00:59:25

Ep 408 Lynn Harris "A Gold Comedy Conversation"

Behind The Funny ·

2025/07/03

Lynn Harris joins us in the Acement to discuss Gold Comedy, her online collabrative community where members can take class, join events, and take part in a ton of resources in comedy writing, pitches, tv pilots, and much more. Lynn started in comedy by taking a class and performing stand up so of course she has the experience for us to ask for her Funny Bad Gig Story. Check out Lynn Harris at https://www.lynnharris.net/ and Gold Comedy at https://goldcomedy.com/Check out Ace at

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01:32:09

Ep 407 Mark McGwin "Anyway, Back To Me"

Behind The Funny ·

2025/06/26

Mark McGwin joins us in the Acement for some bourbon and to talk comedy. A successful web designer, comedian, and comedy show producer, Mark has a lot of talents. He's produced some great shows with Gimme Laughs Productions. As a comedian, what was his Funny Bad Gig? Check out Mark at https://www.facebook.com/markmcgwinwww.aceaceto.lolwww.scotthigginscomedy.com

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01:09:44

Ep 406 Dan Geurin "Cleaning Up With Big Laughs"

Behind The Funny ·

2025/06/19

Dan Geurin joins us in the Acement from Upstate NY. Teacher by day comedian by night, does Dan ever have to worry about those paths crossing? He's built an impressive resume of comics his worked with and places he's performed, but of course no comedian is immune from the Funny Bad Gig Story. Check out Dan at https://www.instagram.com/dangeurin/https://www.aceaceto.lol/https://scotthigginscomedy.com/

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01:15:20

Ep 405 PJ Thibodeau "I'm Not Falling For That Again!"

Behind The Funny ·

2025/06/12

PJ Thibodeau joins us for a bourbon in the Acement as we talk about his "don't call it a comeback". PJ talks about stepping away to focus on coaching basketball and his return to more stage time. A staple in the New England comedy scene for years, it's a welcome sight to see PJ with a mic in his hand. Check out PJ at https://www.facebook.com/pjthibodeauhttps://www.aceaceto.lol/https://scotthigginscomedy.com/

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01:18:33

Ep 404 John Perotta "How Comedy Saved My Life"

Behind The Funny ·

2025/06/05

Everybody's Brother John Perotta joins us in the Acement to talk about his new book "How Comedy Saved My Life: My Wild Journey of Addiction, Recovery & Making the Ultimate Comeback - Tales of a Navy Sailor, Prison Guard, Stand-Up Comic & Father". John helped a lot of comics get there start, he's opened up for Bill Burr and Tammy Pescatelli, he's in the RI Comedy Hall of Fame, and now he opens up and tells his personal story of stuggles and triumphs. Get John's book

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01:22:00

Annie Powell "A Fine Line Between Comedy And Tragedy"

Behind The Funny ·

2025/05/29

Annie " Bananie " Powell joins us in the Acement for a great conversation. She has had to overcome adversity and tragedy several times but came through with her sense of humor intact. Starting in LA unintentionally, she never looked back. Her quick wit was on display in this episode, did Scott and Ace could keep up? Check out Annie at https://www.facebook.com/annie.powell.39 or https://www.instagram.com/anniepowell_comedy/Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee

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01:35:30

Ep 402 Jerry Caruso "Hard Up & Stuck With No Acts"

Behind The Funny ·

2025/05/22

Our good friend Jerry Caruso joins us in the Acement. Jerry is known for performing at many fundraisers and is known for giving back. Not only is he a New England comedy veteran, he runs a comedy class and has his own local TV show "Jerry Duty". Check out Jerry at https://www.facebook.com/jerry.caruso.378Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins

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01:17:46

Ep[ 401 Aaron Leidecker "Bowie's Backyard"

Behind The Funny ·

2025/05/15

Aaron Leidecker joins us in the Acement to discuss his stand up and his new children's book "Bowie's Backyard". It's based on his actual pet. Check out Aaron at https://www.facebook.com/aaron.leidecker.3 Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins

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01:08:50

Ep 400 Doug Stanhope "Rather Be On Cops Than Letterman"

Behind The Funny ·

2025/05/08

Our 400th Episode is a Wow Moment for Ace and Scott. Stand up great Doug Stanhope joins us in the Acement. He is known for The Man Show and Howard Stern's show where he is a favorite. His wow moment was a first for BTF and imagine what his Funny Bad Gig can be. Check out Doug at https://www.dougstanhope.com/ and his latest special https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tEJQO-1DADIGo to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear

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01:09:45

Ep 399 Bourbon Barry "The Penultimate Episode"

Behind The Funny ·

2025/05/01

The Penultimate BTF Episode deserves a special guest and Ace did not disappoint. The one constant on BTF Podcast is our weekly bourbon date, so Ace booked Bourbon Barry as this week's guest. Barry is a bourbon enthusiast with an a large following on Social Media. We discussed great bourbons, how to taste them, and compared favorites. Check out Bourbon Barry at all his links https://linktr.ee/therealbourbonbarryGo to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get

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01:10:43

Ep 398 Mike Lukas "Finding Our Funny Muscle"

Behind The Funny ·

2025/04/24

Mike Lukas joins us in the Acement from Texas. Mike spent over 20 years as a touring comic, including appearances on Comedy Central and NBC Late Nite TV. He then took a shot a writing a became an accomplished author and coach. Check out Mike at https://mike-lukas.com or https://funnymuscle.comGo to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins

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01:24:27

Ep 397 Tom Daddario "Pancakes & Syrup With A Side Of...

Behind The Funny ·

2025/04/17

NY Comic Tom Daddario joins us in the Acement. Tom is know for is high energy on stage is not afraid to push button. Recently he was in a movie called Pancakes and Syrup. What was Tom's Funny Bad Gig Story? Check out Tom's movie at: https://pancakesandsyrup.net/Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins

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01:23:33

Ep 396 Pat McCloud "Apologies And Celebrity Pics"

Behind The Funny ·

2025/04/10

Pat McCloud joins us in the Acement this week. You may recognize Pat's name from Scott's previous snide remarks, so we start with clearing the air. Pat is known for his ability to meet and get pictures with some very famous people including one that flew him home on a private jet. Pat is well known and well liked in the Boston Comedy Community. Check out Pat at https://www.facebook.com/pat.mcloud.31Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your

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01:23:28

Ep 395 Alex Cureau "Rife With Talent, He Stands On...

Behind The Funny ·

2025/04/03

Alex Cureau joins us in the Acement. Starting comedy in New Orleans and making a name for himself where he was noticed by Matt Rife. Alex started touring with Matt and now is headling his own shows when not working on tour. He's got a great work ethic when comes to his act. What was his funny bad gig story? Check out Alex at https://www.facebook.com/alex.cureau.14/ or https://www.instagram.com/alexcureau/Check out Wicked Hot Pickles at https://www.facebook.com/wickedhotpickles

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01:06:32

Ep 394 Tuck Tucker "Mainely Comedy, Tuck Everlasting"

Behind The Funny ·

2025/03/27

Tuck Tucker joins us in the Acement to talk about starting comedy in Maine and becoming a headliner there. Working along side Maine greats like Bob Marley and George Hamm helped sharpen Tuck's skills. Besides stand up, he also is a skilled improv performer. Check Tuck out at https://www.facebook.com/tuck.tucker.31/Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins

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01:52:38

Ep 393 Brian Mulhern "An SNL50 Discussion"

Behind The Funny ·

2025/03/20

Brian Mulhern from Jaxon & the Pharmacist on Ground Control Radio joins us in the Acement. Brian is a frequent favorite guest, especially when discussing anything SNL. Brian has worked with Phil Hartman and is friends with Will Forte. He is an accomplished comedy writer and playwright. We discuss the SNL50 Special and the casts and decades of SNL.Check out Brian's Radio show at https://www.groundcontrolradio.net/Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a

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01:18:38

Ep 392 Leonard Kimble and Nick Gordon "Great Falls...

Behind The Funny ·

2025/03/13

Leonard Kimble and Nick Gordon, owners of the Great Falls Comedy Club in Maine, join us in the Acement. Comics before starting their own comedy club, it was in 2018 when Leonard took Nick's comedy writing class that this duo came together. What made them get on stage the first time? What was their Funny Bad Gig moment? Listen and find out. Check out Great Falls Comedy Club at https://greatfallscomedyclub.com/Check out FeedSpots Top 60 Comedian Podcast List at

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01:47:08

Ep 391 Mark Scalia "Radio Irregardless"

Behind The Funny ·

2025/03/06

Mark Scalia host of Radio Irregardless is our guest in the Acement this week. Not only is he the host of a successful online radio show, Mark has had an amazing career as a comedian and actor. Mark also established the Salem Comedy Festival in 2016. We covered a lot of territory in this conversation, including Mark's very own Funny Bad Gig story. Check out Mark at https://www.facebook.com/MarkScaliapersonalCheck out Wicked Hot Pickles at https://www.facebook.com/wickedhotpickles

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01:33:51

Ep 390 Tim Ferrell "Tea, Metamucil, And Comedy Classes"

Behind The Funny ·

2025/02/27

Tim Ferrell joins us in the Acement this week. Tim is a legend in Maine Comedy. He is a well known comedy teacher and performer. He has helped many comedians get their start. Was his Funny Bad Gig story his show or a students? Listen and find out. Check out Tim at https://www.facebook.com/timcomedy/Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins

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