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STAND UP AND CLOWN

One of the architects of LA’s current modern clown scene, Chad Damiani (aka The Clown Boss) explores the mercurial nature of this work — and how it can be applied to everything from improv to stand-up to life in general. A mix of interviews with artists that embody clown spirit and solo episodes where Chad offer opinions, instruction and (hopefully) morsels of inspiration. STAND UP AND CLOWN is named after Chad’s monthly show at LA"s Elysian Theater (last Mondays at 9:30pm), where he ruthlessly

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00:36:58

How Improv Helped Create the LA Clown Scene

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2025/08/25

The return of STAND UP AND CLOWN is a month away! The only show brave enough to save comedy is back on September 29th – with the return of HDTGM’s Paul Scheer! There are only three shows left this year – come be part of the chaos.9/29 TICKETS HEREChad is back with a solo pod. This one has a little bit of everything – including a detailed breakdown of how LA Clown benefited from the improv boom of the early 2010s. PLUS, a discussion on how to prioritize authenticity and purpose over ideas and

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00:35:43

Limitations

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2025/08/11

Chad is on the road for the next couple months – so no classes or shows (in the US). If you are looking for more content, don’t forget about the CLOWNBOSS PATREON!The Clown Boss is back with a discussion of limitations. What do we do about the things we cannot control? The failures that speak to a greater truth about our current lives – and result in us not having the options we desire. Chad talks about a recent injury and how it affected his summer – and his history of making adjustments to how he

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00:42:57

Discomfort, Part Three

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2025/07/29

Chad is on the road for the next couple months – so no classes are shows. If you are looking for more content, don’t forget about the CLOWNBOSS PATREON!The Clown Boss is back with part three of his exploration of discomfort. Chad talks about employing rituals before shows, the importance of exposing ourselves to discomfort and how those exercises can open up all kinds of new possibilities.HELP US SPREAD THE WORD!First off, if you’ve shared this podcast with anyone, a heartfelt thank you. Word of

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00:37:04

Discomfort, Part Two

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2025/07/14

Chad is on the road for the next couple months – so no classes are shows. If you are looking for more content, don’t forget about the CLOWNBOSS PATREON!(TW: Brief discussion of grief and death)The Clown Boss is back with part two of his exploration of discomfort. Chad recalls a recent show where the discomfort level was off-the-charts, then discusses how exposure and mindset play a role in developing a freedom on-stage. HELP US SPREAD THE WORD!First off, if you’ve shared this podcast with anyone, a

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00:36:22

Discomfort, Part One

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2025/06/22

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) is back with its final show of the summer on June 30th! It’s a star-studded lineup with Natalie Palamides, Milana Vayntrub, Jon Gabrus, Avital Ash and Bill O’Neill! Don’t miss this epic show!GET YOUR TICKETS HERE!CLOWNBOSS PATREON link here! Sign up for weekly audio/video bonus content!(TW: Discussion of grief, death and drug abuse)The Clown Boss is back with part one of his exploration of discomfort. The episode goes in lots of directions – but if you want to skip the

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00:37:06

Self-Reflection (Notes from Austin)

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2025/06/10

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) is back for its final date of the summer! Monday, June 30th at 930pm! It’s a star-studded lineup with Natalie Palamides, Milana Vayntrub, Jon Gabrus, Avital Ash and Bill O’Neill! Don’t miss this epic show!GET YOUR TICKETS HERE!CLOWNBOSS PATREON link here! Sign up for weekly audio/video bonus content!The Clown Boss is back with another loaded episode! Chad discusses the value of reflecting on the past to be a better artist (and person) in the present. Also, thoughts

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00:39:07

Envy and Jealousy

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2025/05/19

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) is back for a big Memorial Day show on May 26th! Riki Lindhome! Shapel Lacey! Hannah Pilkes! Brandon Rogers (Brandon Bored)! Steve Hernandez! Don’t miss this epic show!GET YOUR TICKETS HERECLOWNBOSS PATREON link here! Sign up for weekly bonus content!The Clown Boss is back with an extra-long solo episode! He talks about performers dealing with envy and jealousy. Both on stage and off.(TW: There is talk about terminal illness, death and grief after the 27-minute

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00:37:44

Grandiosity

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2025/05/06

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) is back for a big Memorial Day show on May 26th! We’ve already booked first-timer Shapel Lacey and SUAC favorite Steve Hernandez! Get your tickets before it sells out!GET YOUR TICKETS HERECLOWNBOSS PATREON link here! Sign up for weekly bonus content!The Clown Boss talks about playing with Grandiosity, his recent clown devising trip to NYC, answers some listener email and more!COME SEE THE CLOWN BOSS BOMB ON MAY 10THChad is starting a brand-new WIP the weekend before his

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00:31:16

Highs and Lows

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2025/04/22

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) is back on April 28th! It’s an amazing show with the return of EDDIE PEPITONE! Also, Brandon Wardell, Mike Mitchell, Mookie Blaiklock, Tien Tran and Nori Reed.4/28 TICKETS HERE!CLOWNBOSS PATREON link here! Sign up for weekly bonus content!The Clown Boss explores highs and lows, both on-stage and in life. Plus, some stories from the road and a little discussion about grief.LA MAY CLASSES!Go to the LINKTREE for links and dates.And don’t forget — you can reach out with

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00:33:23

Deep Water (The Art of Building a Long Clown Show)

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2025/04/16

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) is back on April 28th! It’s an amazing show with the return of EDDIE PEPITONE! Also, Brandon Wardell, Mike Mitchell, Tien Tran and Nori Reed.4/28 TICKETS HERE!CLOWNBOSS PATREON link here! Sign up for weekly bonus content!The Clown Boss is back with a solo episode recorded from the road. When you first start doing clown, a lot of time is put into learning when to make an exit. But when is there value in overstaying your welcome? How can time serve to soften up the

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00:35:20

Burden of Originality

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2025/04/08

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) is back on April 28th! It’s an amazing show with the return of EDDIE PEPITONE! Also, Brandon Wardell, Mike Mitchell, Tien Tran and Nori Reed.4/28 TICKETS HERE!CLOWNBOSS PATREON link here!The Clown Boss is back with another solo pod! This time, Chad talks about some of the challenges of creating original work.ATLANTA - 4/11-4/14ENROLL HERE! Also, get your tickets for my 4/11 STAND UP AND CLOWN and 4/12 RECKLESS CHAD REUBENLOS ANGELES - THREE CHANCES IN MAY!Three

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00:31:30

Connection, Part Two

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2025/03/31

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) is TONIGHT! At the time of this pod’s publication, tickets were still available. It’s our three-year anniversary show – with Morgan Jay, Mike Mitchell, Mackenzie Barmen, Michael Strassner, Catherine Mccafferty and Demi Adejuyigbe.TICKETS HERECLOWNBOSS PATREON link here!The Clown Boss is back with another solo pod! This is a follow-up to last week’s episode, exploring more ideas when it comes to the nature of connection. What kind of relationship do we want to foster

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00:33:45

Connection, Part One

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2025/03/24

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) is happening in one week! It’s our THREE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY! Please come out and support. TICKETS HEREThe Clown Boss is back with another solo pod! Chad starts his series on connection by talking his time in pro wrestling – and how they empower audiences to participate in every aspect of a live show. He tells a story about one of his favorite career moments as an announcer that was undeniably clown.This is FOOTAGE of the night Chad mentions in his story about Rick

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00:32:14

Growing Pains and SXSW

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2025/03/17

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) is about to have its THREE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY! This is the show that inspired this podcast! Comics are directed through their first-ever clown show by the Clown Boss – and must explore their dumbest impulses to win over the audience. This show is absolutely loaded, with Cameron Esposito, Morgan Jay, Demi Adejuyigbe and more! TICKETS HEREThe Clown Boss is back with another solo pod! Chad discusses bringing clown to SXSW as part of their comedy showcase. He also discusses

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00:30:52

Failure, Part Three (And Other Gems)

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2025/03/10

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) is about to have its THREE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY! Come celebrate the clown show that declared war on stand-up… and continues to convert new comics to the joy of suffering. This show is absolutely loaded, with Cameron Esposito, Morgan Jay, Demi Adejuyigbe and more! TICKETS HEREThe Clown Boss returns with another full-length solo pod! Chad delves deeper into failure, discusses the development of several pieces and reveals his secret life as a buff boomer on Facebook. THE LAST

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00:12:52

Clown Notes from Toronto

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2025/02/24

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) is tonight! February 24, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! This line-up is epic! Steph Tolev (Netflix, Filth Queen tour) returns after doing our first-ever show, UCB royalty Colton Dunn (Superstore), show favorites Luke Null (SNL) and Paul Elia (Low-Key Comedy)... and more!TICKETS HERE!The Clown Boss returns with another solo pod! This is a shorter episode, but packed with wisdom about clowning in chaotic and uncertain times. KEEP UP WITH THE CLOWN BOSS!CHECK OUT CHAD’S

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00:32:31

Clown Fundamentals: Failure, Part Two

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2025/02/17

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) is right around the corner! February 24, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! This line-up is epic! Steph Tolev (Netflix, Filth Queen tour) returns after doing our first-ever show, UCB royalty Colton Dunn (Superstore), show favorites Luke Null (SNL) and Paul Elia (Low-Key Comedy)... and more!TICKETS HERE!The Clown Boss returns with the solo pod, Failure, Part Two! This time around, Chad discusses a few key performance failures that set the bar for what he hopes to accomplish

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00:30:40

Clown Fundamentals: Failure, Part One

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2025/02/11

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) is back! February 24, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! This line-up is epic! Steph Tolev (Netflix, Filth Queen tour) returns after doing our first-ever show, UCB royalty Colton Dunn (Superstore), show favorites Luke Null (SNL) and Paul Elia (Low-Key Comedy)... and more!TICKETS HERE!The Clown Boss has another solo episode. To start the year, Chad is focusing on some clown fundamentals, starting with the idea of playing with failure. He shares his personal definition of the

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00:28:40

Courage and Risk, Part One

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2025/02/03

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) is back at the end of this month! February 24, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! You’ll want to get your tickets before we announce our all-star lineup.TICKETS HERE!The Clown Boss is back with a solo episode! Chad talks about the relative nature of courage and risk, as it pertains to clown and improvisation. It’s good to play to your strengths, but often the key to getting an audience to root for us lies in playing to our weaknesses. Also, some pro wrestling stories and a

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00:25:32

James Mastraieni, Part One

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2025/01/27

The Clown Boss is back with his first interview of 2025! He’s speaking with teacher, improviser and comedy philosopher James Mastraieni! James has reached the highest levels of success at various major theaters – but has also battled management at every one, in an effort to maintain his authentic voice and honor his beliefs. He now runs his own classes and shows through The Shared Experience Studio.Chad and James talk about their different performance philosophies and find they share a ton of common

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