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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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01:26:17

Episode 90 - What Is A Comic Genius?

Behind The Funny ·

2019/05/02

What is a comic genius? Many people have been called a comic genius but what makes somebody one. Ace and I are joined by Roman Pierce (Chatty Charlie), Derrick Fonseca (The Fonz), and Tom Stewart ( My Paranormal Podcast ). We discuss what qualities a comic genius has and who we consider one. The conversation then turns towards local comics who have these qualities and who we admire. It was a fun conversation and these three brought a lot to it.

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01:36:17

Episode 89 - Chris D "Because Who Can Pronounce...

Behind The Funny ·

2019/04/25

I remember the first time I worked with Chris D, I did not want to follow him. Off stage he is quiet and reserved, onstage he takes on several personas. He has a quick with and he is a great story teller. Ace and I enjoyed getting to know more about Chris.

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01:03:53

Episode 88 - Kristine Blinn "The Funniest Teach I...

Behind The Funny ·

2019/04/18

Ace and I both have worked with Kristine Blinn before, and always enjoy watching her perform. She's very funny and delivers a great performance. But who is Kristine off stage, that's what we wanted to know. What drew her to comedy? Is it hard being a high school teacher and comedian. These questions were asked during this conversation. PLUS, the original Mango dropped in, and he brought snacks.

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01:45:25

Episode 87 - Comedian G Funny "The Undercover Brother"

Behind The Funny ·

2019/04/11

This week Ace and Scott talk to Greg Howell aka Comedian G Funny. He is a long time friend and accomplished comedian. Hailing from North Carolina, he made his way to Boston and started his comedy career. He is such a naturally funny story teller. He is one of the funniest comedians you haven't heard of yet.

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01:02:59

Episode 86 - Sue Costello "It's On Like Donkey Kong"

Behind The Funny ·

2019/04/04

Wow, that's all I can say about this episode. Sue Costello was an amazingly open and honest guest. Ace and I were hanging on every word. She really shed some light on the entertainment industry from a woman's point of view.

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01:28:08

Episode 85 - Rogue Island Comedy Festival Pt 2

Behind The Funny ·

2019/03/28

This week is Pt 2 of our conversations with comedians performing at the Rogue Island Comedy Festival. This episode includes conversations with Sam Evans, Miguel Perez, Alan Fitzgerald, KC Arora, Nore Davis, and finally Rogue Island Comedy Festival founder Doug Key. Ace and I cannot thank Doug Key and Katie Latimer enough for allowing us to be part of this amazing festival and for treating us so well.

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01:22:16

Episode 84 - The 2018 Rogue Island Comedy Festival PT 1

Behind The Funny ·

2019/03/20

Ace reached out to Rogue Island Comedy Festival co-founders Katie Latimer and Doug Key and asked if we can come down one night of the festival and talk to some of the comics. What a blast! We made some new friends, talked with some old friends and watch a lot of great comedy. We talked to enough interesting people we had to divide this episode into 2 parts. Enjoy Part 1 with John O'Conner, Dave Neal, Dylan Krasinski, J Smitty, George Civeris, and Chrissie Mayr.

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01:29:08

Episode 83 - Brian Beaudoin "I Like Pranks, But I'm...

Behind The Funny ·

2019/03/13

This week we have a RI orignal, the original mango, Brian Beaudoin joining us. We discuss pranks, Saved By The Bell, working the road, celebrity friends and hell gigs. Ace and I could not stop laughing. Brian's a great story teller and a lot of fun.

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01:16:40

Episode 82 - Steve Donovan "We Found Waldo"

Behind The Funny ·

2019/03/07

Probably best known for his morning radio show, but Steve Donovan is an accomplished stand-up comedian and television show host. He has a quick rapid fire wit, so Ace and I needed to be on our A game to keep up. Steve told a few of the funniest stories I've heard since starting Behind The Funny. Enjoy!

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01:29:03

Episode 81 - Matty Blake "An Entertainment...

Behind The Funny ·

2019/02/28

Matty Blake has done stand up comedy, improv, voiceover, acting, hosting Drilling Down: The Curse Of Oak Island, and radio DJ, just to name a few. Matty started comedy shortly after Ace and they come through the ranks together. Friends ever since, they told a lot of stories. I did not know Matty like Ace did so I really enjoyed getting to know him. Considering this was our second attempt at recording this episode, I got to know him well.

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01:20:32

Episode 80 - Maya Manion "Meeah Likes Mashed Potatoes"

Behind The Funny ·

2019/02/21

Maya Manion comes from a funny family, not really. Mom liked her brother best and let her know it. Her brother used to tease her like crazy about it. Combine that family situation with growing up in a boring town and you get one very funny witty comedian.

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01:34:30

Episode 79 - Derek Furtado "Comedy Psychology 101"

Behind The Funny ·

2019/02/14

Derek is comedian that likes to live in the uncomfortable moments of life when performing. He brings up subjects normal people would never talk about out loud, except he's not normal, he's a comedian. Well liked by audience and well respected by other comedians. He has managed friendships with some of the biggest names in comedy. He is also an award winning film maker. The discussion Derek, Ace, and I had went deep into the psychology and sociology of comedy. Derek's is a very interesting guy

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01:36:11

Episode 78 Patrick Collins "The Comeback Kid"

Behind The Funny ·

2019/02/06

Patrick Collins is not only a comedian but also produces some very successful comedy shows. Pat had two starts in comedy, one at 18 and another one years later. His early run in comedy he did open mics with comics like Patrice O'Neal and Dane Cook. Growing up in an Irish family helps your comedy chops as well. https://collinscomedyevents.com This weeks sponsor, Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K https://amzn.to/2WKg5wr

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01:22:14

Episode 77 - Colleen Galvin "My Mouth Gets Me In...

Behind The Funny ·

2019/01/31

Colleen Galvin has been a regular on the New England comedy scene for awhile. She is quick witted and very funny. Ace and I have known her for awhile but did not know all the stories we heard on this episode. She overcame many obstacles and bad dates, which made for some very funny stories.

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Episode 76 - Mike McDonald Pt 2

Behind The Funny ·

2019/01/24

Part 2 of our conversation with Boston Comedy Legend Mike McDonald. He started in the late seventies and has been a headliner in the New England comedy scene ever since. Any comedian would love to have Mike's career. Ace and I have looked up to and worked with Mike for many years, now we get to know his back story. www.comedianmikemcdonald.com

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Episode 75 - Mike McDonald Pt 1

Behind The Funny ·

2019/01/17

Mike McDonald is a Boston Comedy legend. He started in the late seventies and has been a headliner in the New England comedy scene ever since. Any comedian would love to have Mike's career. Ace and I have looked up to and worked with Mike for many years, now we get to know his back story. www.comedianmikemcdonald.com

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01:25:49

Episode 74 - Tom Stewart "My Paranormal Story (Scott...

Behind The Funny ·

2019/01/10

Tom Stewart comes in this week to talk about his new podcast My Paranormal Story. Tom was a paranormal investigator and has some of the most amazing stories Ace and I have ever heard. This type of stuff has always scared me and this conversation didn't help. Ace was extremely interested and had some great questions, I just sat there sh**ing my pants. I made a promise I really regret during this conversation, especially after listening to all the episodes of Tom's podcast

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Episode 73 - Jonathan Tilson "Awe You Two..."

Behind The Funny ·

2019/01/03

Jonathan Tilson looks at things a little differently than we do, that is than anyone does. He has a unique perspective that is very funny and interesting. Ace and I have worked with him several times but didn't know much about his background. That always makes an interesting conversation.

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Episode 72 - Sarah Martin "I’m An A**hole"

Behind The Funny ·

2018/12/27

Per her own admission, Sarah Martin is an a**hole. But some great comedy is the result. She didn’t have it easy abut makes no excuses. She has worked hard and has made a name for herself as a very funny comedian. Sarah is not for the faint of heart, but that’s hat Ace and I love about her.... www.sarahmartincomedy.com www.patreon.com/behindthefunny

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Episode 71 - LIVE at NE Comic Con w/The Comedy Diva...

Behind The Funny ·

2018/12/21

This week we were live at Northeast Comic Con and we talked to one of my very best friends, Stephanie Peters. She helped me out when I first got started, Ace and I have performed many shows with her. She burst onto the Boston Comedy scene real quick and has not slowed down since. She lives life and does comedy on her terms with no apologies. Stephanie has no problem speaking her mind, trust me you'll know where you stand with her. After listening to this, you'll see why we love her.

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