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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

01:26:02

Episode 70 - Mark Riley "The Frozen 3"

Behind The Funny ·

2018/12/14

This week we chatter our way through our conversation with Mark Riley. Quite cold in Ace’s meat locker aka garage. Mark was one of the first comics I worked with and we have been friends ever since. Mark has so many great stories about comedy and refereeing professional hockey. I love learning new things about friends.

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01:03:15

Episode 69 - Rhonda Corey

Behind The Funny ·

2018/12/07

Rhonda Corey is new to stand up but not to performing. A very accomplished public speaker and performer. She has traveled a lot of places performing and Ace and I got to hear a lot of great stories. It was a bit cold in the podcast garage tonight but the magic fridge is always working.

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42:04

Episode 68 - The Golden Mic Productions

Behind The Funny ·

2018/11/28

Funny videos... This week we talk with Brad Pierce of The Golden Mic Productions and Mike Murray. They have been putting out a series of funny videos on YouTube. Brad wanted to go on the show Comedians In Cars Getting Coffee so they filmed an example of what it would look like. The video was very popular, so the filmed several more. Go to The Golden Mic on YouTube and check them out.

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01:30:53

Episode 67 - The New Guys

Behind The Funny ·

2018/11/23

This week Ace and I asked some new comics to come in and discuss breaking into comedy now. We compare and contrast difference in comedy when Ace started, when I started, and now. These three comics have a unique perspective and it was a great conversation. Enjoy this conversation with James Firth, Alan Moreau, Chris Thomas, Ace, and I.

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01:06:05

Episode 66 - Tony V

Behind The Funny ·

2018/11/18

If there was a Mount Rushmore of comedy in Boston, Tony V would be on it. He's been here before and through the Boston comedy boom. On top of his great comedy career, he has been in Showtime's Brotherhood as well as movies like The Town and The Heat. One of his most famous rolls was playing a gorilla, seriously. He now has a podcast, Two Boston Guys Wack a Pie with Jimmy Dunn. This was an amazing episode, listen as Ace and I struggle to not turn into fan boys.

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01:01:03

Episode 65 - James Firth

Behind The Funny ·

2018/11/10

James Firth is this weeks guest. He is a newer comic with a unique style. Ace and I have both enjoyed working with him and wanted to get to know him better, thus this weeks conversation.

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01:27:33

Episode 64 - Steve Bjork "The Failed Equipment Episode"

Behind The Funny ·

2018/11/01

Steve Bjork is a great comic and an even better person. His family story is amazing. Working steadily for almost 30 years, he had a lot of stories to tell. Ace and I enjoyed everyone of them. Thanks to Skye Restaurant in Norwood MA for hosting. Podcasting is a constant learning process, and I learned from this episode. This weeks audio is not our best, but it was a great episode so I didn't want to scrap it. Please forgive the quality.

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01:08:17

Episode 63 Chris Zito "Talking Comedy, Radio, and...

Behind The Funny ·

2018/10/25

This episode we talk with radio and comedy veteran Chris Zito. He has been one of Boston's top comics for a while, add in a career in radio and you have a true entertainer. We talk about how an interest in acting as a kid led to a long successful career. Zito is one of Ace's and my all time favorites and it was a lot of fun having him on the podcast. https://mix931.iheart.com/featured/zito-and-kera/

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01:33:18

Episode 62 - Alan Moreau "The Not So New Guy"

Behind The Funny ·

2018/10/18

Alan Moreau is this weeks guest. A newer comic with a lot of charisma but he is very grounded. He knows where he should be in comedy and where he is going. Very enjoyable conversation.

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38:44

Episode 61 - Bill Campbell Pt 2

Behind The Funny ·

2018/10/10

Ace and I continue our conversation with veteran comic Bill Campbell. Great conversation about the heyday of Boston Comedy and the life of a comedian.

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42:15

Episode 60 - Bill Campbell Pt 1

Behind The Funny ·

2018/10/04

Bill Campbell has been a staple in the New England comedy scene for many years. Known as a clean hard working comedian. He's performed clubs, colleges, and cruise ships. He has his own cable show called The Comedy Corner. His stories about the hey day of Boston comedy and how the scene has changed was really interesting. According to Bill, we only scratched the surface with this 2 part episode. http://www.billcampbellcomedy.com/index.html

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01:04:14

Episode 59 - Rogue Island Comedy Festival with Katie...

Behind The Funny ·

2018/09/26

This week we discuss the Rogue Island Comedy Festival. This the fourth year of the festival and it has really grown. Katie Latimer who is head of marketing for the festival gives us all the details on the comics and all the shows. Ace and I are obsessed with one show in particular. http://www.rogueislandcomedyfest.com/

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51:59

Episode 58 - Rick Beretta Pt 2

Behind The Funny ·

2018/09/19

This week we continue our conversation with Rick Beretta. A veteran of the New England comedy scene. He's a Periwinkle's alumnus and has a great point of view on comedy.

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54:11

Episode 57 - Rick Beretta Pt 1

Behind The Funny ·

2018/09/12

Rick Beretta is a veteran comic and got his start in the heyday of New England Comedy. Another one of the legendary Periwinkle's comics. He has quite the comedy resume. He's passionate about what he does and Ace and I really enjoyed this conversation. So much so, we had to make it a two parter. Enjoy part 1.

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34:35

BONUS - Derek K Moore and "The Wrong Todd"

Behind The Funny ·

2018/09/09

Derek Moore dropped by to talk about "The Wrong Todd", a movie he is in that was accepted into the LA Film Festival. We always enjoy talking to Derek. It was great to hear about the film, his wrestling try out and his upcoming gig with Artie Lange. Check out "The Wrong Todd" Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/thewrongtodd

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01:07:23

Episode 56 - Jess Miller "Five Pounds of T*t Sweat"

Behind The Funny ·

2018/09/05

This week Ace and I travel to Chicopee MA to talk with Jesse Miller. Jesse is a disable vet that has dealt with depression in her past but has risen above it to become a very accomplished comedian and producer. Her office walls are covered with promotional flyers and posters for shows she has produced and it is impressive.

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01:16:13

Episode 55 - Poppy Champlin

Behind The Funny ·

2018/08/29

Poppy Champlin is this weeks guest. Ace and Poppy have been friends for awhile, but this was my first time meeting her. She's had quite a career. Poppy is not afraid to ask for opportunities and seizes the moment when they have happened. She's definitely a success, even though you may not be familiar with her. Look her up and check out one of her shows. https://www.poppycockprod.com

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27:04

BONUS - It's Going To Be A Bad Gig When ... EXTRAS

Behind The Funny ·

2018/08/25

There were some great stories told during last weeks podcast. Especially with John Perotta and Mike McCarthy joining the discussion. Unfortunately, we had to trim some for time. I didn't want to delete them, so we put them together for this BONUS episode.

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01:14:56

Episode 54 - It's Going To Be A Bad Gig When ...

Behind The Funny ·

2018/08/24

John Perotta and Mike McCarthy join us this week for a discussion on what makes for a bad gig. There are certain things that make a show bad for the comics and in the end, the audience. Ace and I wanted to make a list and brought in two veterans to help. This talk expanded into some great stories. Always a fun conversation with these two. When editing this episode there was too much great content so we added a bonus episode this week. http://www.mikemccarthycomedy.com http://comedyfactoryri.com

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01:08:05

Episode 53 - Amy Tee

Behind The Funny ·

2018/08/13

What a conversation this week. Ace and I met up with Amy Tee and got into a deep discussion on mental illness and Amy's involvement with NAMI. She was open book. An amazing comedian with a great work ethic and a heart of gold. We really enjoyed this one, you will as well.

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