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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

01:09:21

Ep 223 Best Of The Funny Bad Gigs 2021

Behind The Funny ·

2021/12/16

One of our favorite episodes, the yearly recap of the Best of the Funny Bad Gigs from 2021. Comic stories from Judy Carter, Tom Anzalone, Tyler Hittner, Chris McGuire, Wes Martens, Greg Boggis, Mark Riccadonna, Al Romas, Rich Walker, Cal Verduchi, Jimmy Tingle, Brian Kiley, Richie Byrne, Paul Bond, Bobby Braciola, Chance Langton, Mo Mandel, Claudia Stavola, and Jackie Flynn.

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01:09:24

Ep 222 Frank Santorelli of The Sopranos "Episode...

Behind The Funny ·

2021/12/09

Frank Santorelli is not only known for being Georgie the Bada Bing bartender on the Sopranos, he is also a hilarious comedian and one of the best storytellers. He is still the only comedian we know of to have comedy banned in a town after one of his shows. Listen and find out why.

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01:09:45

Ep 221 Claudia Stavola "Built Like A Ballerina With...

Behind The Funny ·

2021/12/02

Claudia Stavola checks into the Acement this week. Claudia hosts the Monsters of Rock radio show so we start with a rock conversation. We turn to comedy and learn how not fitting in brought her to the stage and to be the opener for some big acts. Claudia has no fear on stage so we also discuss pushing the envelope. Check out Claudia at https://www.claudiacomedy.com/

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01:34:35

Ep 220 Kirsten Logan "I Know What Dinosaurs Are"

Behind The Funny ·

2021/11/25

Our friend Kirsten Logan joins us in the Acement to talk about Bourbon, inappropriate jokes and dealing with cancel culture. Check out www.kirstenlogan.com

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01:12:47

Ep 219 Jay Burns & Brian Vincent "The Return Of...

Behind The Funny ·

2021/11/18

Jay Burns & Brian Vincent return to talk about what's going on with Jay's new podcast called "Kill Smarter", their Flannel/Polyester production company, and all the Werther's originals in Brian's pocket.

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01:39:08

Ep 218 It's STILL A Bad Gig When....

Behind The Funny ·

2021/11/11

Our favorite subject is the funny bad gig story. What makes a gig bad? Comics don't always know walking in but occasionally there are signs. Ep 54 "You Know It's A Bad Gig When" Ace and Scott had John Perotta and Mike McCarthy in to come up with a top ten list of things that comics run into that they know it'll be a bad gig. It ended up being a top 12 list. We reference that episode all the time, so we wanted to re-release it.

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01:41:35

Ep 217 Ken DeCosta "RISEUP Wraps Up Scottober"

Behind The Funny ·

2021/11/04

Ken DeCosta joins us in the Acement to help us wrap up Scottober. Ken is the founder of RISEUP paranormal and has a lot of experience with paranormal investigations. You've heard his voice on previous years October episodes when Tom Stewart played examples of EVPs (Electronic Voice Phenomenon). We talk about his history including investigations at the Lizzie Borden House. Check out RISEUP at http://riseupparanormal.com/

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01:35:16

Ep 216 Tom Stewart & Special Guests "The Paranormal...

Behind The Funny ·

2021/10/28

Sitting in for Ace this week is our favorite Scottober friend, Tom Stewart. Tom and Ace arranged for special guests to join us this week. Cody Ray DesBiens and Satori Hawes, curators or The Paranormal Couple's Haunted Museum were in the Acement and they brought items from their collection. We discuss the items histories and what they have witnessed. Scott needed extra underwear for this one. Check out https://www.facebook.com/hauntedmuseum

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01:16:26

Ep 215 David Naughton "An American Werewolf In The...

Behind The Funny ·

2021/10/21

SCOTTober continues in the Acement with David Naughton. David was the star of "An American Werewolf In London" and "Hot Dog: The Movie" and he was well know for his Dr. Pepper ads. Besides acting, David had a huge musical hit with the song "Makin' It", the theme song from his sitcom. Check out David's movies at https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0622544/

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01:40:03

Ep 214 Jason Hawes "TAPS Into Scottober"

Behind The Funny ·

2021/10/14

Jason Hawes is in the Acement for our first Scottober episode. Yes the Jason from Ghost Hunters and Ghost Nation. Ace invited him in to talk about how they met, how Jason started paranormal investigating and how his shows started. Jason was an awesome guest but you can tell how much Scott loves these conversations. Check out Jason at https://www.facebook.com/Jasonhawes.taps

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01:20:53

Ep 213 Dave Kane "41 Signs Of Hope"

Behind The Funny ·

2021/10/07

Dave Kane joins us this week. He was part of the Periwinkles crew in the early RI comedy scene. Known for his aggressive style. Dave developed two very popular shows Misgivings and Jokes My Irish Father Told Me, that are still popular today. Tragedy struck when he lost his son in the Station Nightclub fire. Coinsidences became signs that gave his family hope. This led to the book 41 Signs Of Hope and the documentary 41: The Movie. Check out Dave at https://davekane.net/

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01:06:23

Ep 212 Nick Pasyanos "BOXedMAN - The Book About Ace's...

Behind The Funny ·

2021/09/30

Ace was in a movie, the lead, really. Boxed Man (1998) an independent film by today's guest Nick Pasyanos. Nick has written a book about making it called; BOXedMAN: I'm Going To Make A Movie - Why Are You Laughing? We talked about the movie from idea to filming to the book. Get the book at https://www.amazon.com/BOXedMAN-Going-Make-Movie-Laughing/dp/B09DMW9R34/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=pasyanos&qid=1632875637&s=books&sr=1-2

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01:14:50

Ep 211 Mo Mandel "Just Ask, They Put You On TV"

Behind The Funny ·

2021/09/23

Mo Mandel is in the Acement this week. After Mo's first time on stage he was all in and he caught fire. Appearing on Chelsea Lately, Conan, The Late Late Show as well as acting in shows like Modern Family, Castle, and Happy Endings. He also has several writing and producing credits to round out his incredible resume. Mo's passion for comedy really came out in this conversation. Check out Mo Mandel at https://www.momandel.com/ Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins

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01:12:47

Ep 210 Chance Langton "Give Chance A Piece"

Behind The Funny ·

2021/09/16

Boston Legend Chance Langton returns to the Acement this week. It was a rough start getting him connected but once he was on, Chance's quick wit and one liners were on full display. We talked about Boston Comedy and his days working with Rodney Dangerfield. Check out Chance at https://www.facebook.com/chance.langton.7 Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins

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01:28:34

Ep 209 The Return of Martin Olson

Behind The Funny ·

2021/09/09

BTF good friend Martin Olson returns to talk about his new book "The Conquest of Heaven", sequel to "Encyclopedia of Hell". The conversation starts with how he came up with the idea for the books and his vision for the hilariously twisted themes. Martin is a great story teller and shares a few great ones during this visit. What heavy metal band loved "Encyclopedia of Hell"? Listen and find out. Get the new book: https://www.amazon.com/ENCYCLOPAEDIA-HELL-II-Concerning-Celestial/dp/1627311114

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01:26:22

Ep 208 Joe Hebert & Bobby Braciola "Chooch to Gooch...

Behind The Funny ·

2021/09/02

Scott and Ace talk to Rockin' Joe Hebert, creator of the RI Comedy Hall of Fame. He gives us a history on the HOF. Then Bobby Braciola (Sony Music The Orchard artist), this years HOF inductee joins us. Bobby is not a comic, he's an Italian Rapper with some huge hits,"Chooch to Gooch: The Ten Steps of Disco Dancin'" and "Everyone's Italian on Christmas Eve" being two of them. Check out Bobby at https://www.facebook.com/BobbyBMusic Music Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zk9k_wbqQFw

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01:44:34

Ep 207 Rob Bartlett "Comedy, Radio, Broadway, He Does...

Behind The Funny ·

2021/08/26

We welcome Rob Bartlett to the Acement this week. Ace talks to Rob with our friend Tom Stewart filling in for Scott. Rob Bartlett started in Long Island comedy with Eddie Murphy. They were actually part of an improvisational trio. Rob is well known for his time on the national radio show, Imus In The Morning, where he performed celebrity impressions & original characters. Rob has been seen on several TV and has performed on Broadway. Check out Rob at https://www.facebook.com/RobBartlettShow/

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01:16:44

Ep 206 Paul Bond "All In & Rockin It"

Behind The Funny ·

2021/08/19

Paul Bond is in the Acement this week. Started playing guitar at 12 but his sense of humor brought him to a different stage. Paul's ability to combine those two talents led him to working with Jim Breuer and can be seen on Breuer's Hardcore special. What legendary heavy metal group did Paul play guitar in front of? Where did correctness and cancel culture bring Paul's comedy to? Listen and find out. Check out Paul's new TV show "All In" at https://viperstudios.ticketspice.com/the-paul-bond-show

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01:30:33

Ep 205 Jack Lynch "Holding Court And Spreading A...

Behind The Funny ·

2021/08/12

In the Acement this week, Scott & Ace welcome Jack Lynch. Jack is a 30 year comedy veteran who started hanging out at the legendary Ding Ho before overcoming personal demons and finally climbing on stage himself. Jack uses his likable stage presence and great joke telling ability to spread a message that recovery is possible. Check out Jack at https://www.facebook.com/jack.lynch.3150

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01:32:13

Ep 204 Comedy Check In w/Mike McCarthy & Mary Ellen...

Behind The Funny ·

2021/08/05

Scott and Ace decide to check in with some friends of the podcast. First the Comedy Barbarian Mike McCarthy joins them in the Acement to talk about things opening up for comedy. Then Mary Ellen Depetrillo comes by to talk about her move to Florida. We talk retirement comedy plans and a special guest pops in.

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