Presenting the people who make the Austin, Texas comedy scene amazing.
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Patrick Moore is a Berlin based, California born aspiring comedian. He publishes weekly sketches, stand up clips, and podcasts on his youtube page. In his podcast Patchats he sits down with aspiring comedians, musicians, artists, and whoever he finds interesting to discuss childhood, creativity, and firsts. Follow for more!
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From the aspiring comedian to the part time pro this is the podcast you've been looking for! This podcast is full of honest insight and useful information on the journey from the open mic to the sweet paying corporate gig. Shows range in format from "comedy campfires" where we swap out the fire for a mic and get to the key questions from aspiring comics to in-depth interviews with professional comedians, booking agents, managers and club owners. Led by 23 yr comedy veteran Rik Roberts (www.R ...
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Just the Plugs is a podcast that is devoted to the plugs and nothing else. Each episode, Bret Raybould will welcome on a guest to plug whatever they like, and then he will wrap up the show. In this heavily media-saturated age, Just The Plugs - produced by Gas Digital - distills the podcast down to its bare essence - the plugs - because we respect our listeners' time and know that that's all they want to tune into anyway. Heck, if you're anything like Bret, sometimes you'll skip the content o ...
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Lucy Loves is a podcast bringing a bit of light-hearted fun and humour, inspired by you for you. It is borne from Lucy’s love of listening and love of laughter. Each week our aim is to bring you a few laughs and some inspiring momentum to lift the spirits - and to find out what makes your heart smile. Lucy Gourlay is a happy, hard-working, busy single mum to two fabulous children. Lucy lives in rural Northumberland and loves baking. She also loves the idea of running! Lucy is a Time to Think ...
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Take your mind off life for a while. The podcast was originally created for First Responders, Veterans and anyone else combatting the effects of PTSD. I do that through comedy and entertainment. Being so easily relatable, you can come and listen to other perspectives on varieties of topics and hear opinions from everyday people. I'll interview celebrities and notable people from time to time, to give our listeners/viewers (Yes, there is a full video episode YouTube Channel) a chance to meet ...
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Read the article at comedywham.com Episode #357 2025 Moontower Comedy Festival Series Willie Macc talks with Valerie Lopez about His kickstart into comedy due to an on set conversation with Bernie Mac Being a successful commercial and TV actor Roses and their thorns The tale of lost notebook Recorded April 2025 Follow Willie Website - williemacc.co…
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Read the article at comedywham.com Episode #356 2025 Moontower Comedy Festival Series Sophie Buddle returns to talk with Valerie Lopez about Surviving a grueling touring schedule and working on the After Midnight show (and learning to let go) Discuss our favorite comedy movies Our annual teen slang segment Getting engaged and wedding planning Recor…
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Read the article at comedywham.com Episode #355 2025 Moontower Comedy Festival Series Mohanad Elshieky with Valerie Lopez about How 6 weeks for a summer school program turned into a new life in America Geeking out Wait! Wait! Don't Tell Me! On being a newlywed and 5-time cat parent His newest podcast You Could Do That on Television Recorded April 2…
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Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #354 2025 Moontower Comedy Festival Series Jackie Kashian talks with Valerie Lopez about Forming a strong friendship with Laurie Kilmartin via the Jackie and Laurie Show Stoking her natural curiosity through the Dork Forest Being a road warrior Politics and the art of blocking trolls Recorded April 2025 du…
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2025 Moontower Comedy Festival Series Read the article at comedywham Episode #353 Liz Splatt talks with Valerie Lopez about Her secret to success (not knowing) The vital importance of self-expression Being part of the inaugural door guy class of performers at Comedy Mothership Falafel and her 2024 Cap City Comedy Club FPIA win Her 2025 Moontower Co…
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2025 Moontower Comedy Festival Series Read the article at comedywham.com Episode #352 Connor Nutt talks with Valerie Lopez about Turning his musical obsession into comedy Walking away from the corporate grind Suiting up to launch Dressed to Kill Comedy His 2025 Moontower Comedy Festival debut Recorded March 2025 at Fallout Theater Podcast Studio Fo…
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Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #351 Victor Martinez, JR. talks with Valerie Lopez about Starting improv and standup comedy in high school after his football career ended Taking on a Texas-sized persona in Vancouver, Canada The fortunate timing (Part I) of launching The High Tonight Show in Los Angeles The fortunate timing (Part II) of m…
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Read the article at comedywham.com Episode #350 Jon Mendoza talks with Valerie Lopez about: Learning to lean into your personality Developing a unique comedy style Winning the 2018 Funniest Person in Austin contest How Fallout Tonight brought him back to comedy Recorded February 2025 at Fallout Theater Podcast Studio Follow Jon YouTube - youtube.co…
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Read the article at comedywham.com Episode #349 Robert H. May talks with Valerie Lopez about Flipping from comedy fan to student Leaning into whimsy Surviving the Youtube troll gauntlet Adopting a slow and steady approach to comedy Recorded February 2025 at Fallout Theater Podcast Studio Follow Robert Website - roughdraughtdesign.com Instagram - @r…
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2025 Moontower Comedy Festival Series Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #348 Scott Wharton talks with Valerie Lopez about Being a prolific troublemaker Getting his comedy start in Virginia Finding home after 30 years Landing his first Moontower Comedy Festival with Dressed to Kill Recorded February 2025 at Fallout Theater Podcast Studio Fo…
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Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #347 Dulce talks with Valerie Lopez about How she landed in Austin Erasing trauma Her protective circle The return of Yeah Yeah Podcast Recorded February 2025 at Fallout Theater Podcast Studio Follow Dulce Linktree - linktr.ee/dulcemac TikTok - @dulcemaccomedy YouTube - youtube.com/channel/DulceMac Instagr…
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Read the article at comedywham.com Episode #346 Izzy Burger talks with Valerie Lopez about An adventurous life in improv, theater, and puppetry Creating a big presence on stage Hosting Ladies Night at The Velveeta Room Her disdain for Bradley Cooper Recorded January 2025 at Fallout Theater Podcast Studio Follow Izzy Website - izzyburgercomedy.com I…
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Read the article at comedywham.com Episode #345 Julie Talbert talks with Valerie Lopez about Learning to break out of her shell Getting her comedy start in Houston Dark comedy The current political environment for trans people Recorded January 2025 at Fallout Theater Podcast Studio Follow Julie TikTok — @cruelly_julie Instagram — https://www.i…
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Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #344 Marceline Amaris talks with Valerie Lopez about Her early craving to be on a stage no matter what Her adventures from standup to improv to clowning Character work Dreaming about Adam Sandler Recorded January 2025 at Fallout Theater Podcast Studio Follow Marceline TikTok - @isitmarceline YouTube - yout…
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Read the article at comedywham.com Episode #343 Duncan Carson talks with Valerie Lopez about Yoga The continued adventures of Fallout Tonight (Fridays 9:30pm at Fallout Theater) The cathartic experience of teaching standup comedy at Fallout Theater Recorded January 2025 Follow Duncan Twitter - @aduncancarson Instagram - @aduncancarson Facebook - fa…
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Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #342 Symply Courtney talks with Valerie Lopez about His first headlining spot at The Velveeta Room on January 31 - February 1 His newest passion project R.L. Stein, a comedy music collaboration The ongoing success of his open mic and showcase at The Tiniest Bar in Texas Reflections on the passage of time a…
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Read the article at comedywham.com Episode #341 Bak talks with Valerie Lopez to recap 2024 and plan for 2025: Comedy Wham Milestones in 2024 - Valerie's articles with The Austin Chronicle and The Barbed Wire, the CCPP Podcast with Ellis Aych, planning New Year's Eve show at ColdTowne Theater, and Valerie judges FPIA for the first time Comedy Wham p…
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Read the article at comedywham.com Episode #340 Brent Gill talks with Valerie Lopez about A moment moons ago when Brent and Valerie geeked out about comedy in the summer of 2016 Creating new concept comedy experiences with Good Session and Hole Hecklers Opening for legends of comedy, including David Spade (who Valerie has had a secret crush on sinc…
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Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #339 Nick Cox talks with Valerie Lopez about Evolving from DIY bandmate to DIY standup comic What it's Like doing comedy in Columbia Being known as a Diaper Comic (for just a few shows, not always!) A deep dive in the differences between standup and improv Recorded November 2024 Follow Nick TikTok - @nick_…
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Read the article at comedywham.com Episode #338 Jose Da'Hype talks with Valerie Lopez about What sandwiches have to do with his style of comedy Living a life on the move Being blunt The Roast of Jose Da'Hype Recorded October 2024 Follow Jose TikTok - @josedahype YouTube - youtube.com/channel/Jose_Da'Hype Instagram - @jose_da_hype Threads - @jose_da…
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CCPP (A 10-Part Comedy Class) with Valerie Lopez & Ellis Aych: Episode 10 - The Finale
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35:57Read the article at comedywham.com Lesson #10: The Finale All good things must come to an end. I hope y'all had a great time with Valerie and The Platitude Pimp. Remember, it's never Goodbye it's just see you later! Remember, we never claimed to be experts just two mfs who love this crazy bitch called stand up !!! We do a rapid fire review of episo…
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Read the article at comedywham.com Episode #337 Melissa Diaz talks with Valerie Lopez about Her origins as a lurker who developed into an onstage comedy force Why standup comedy was a terrible choice How her love of reading turned into a new podcast and youtube project The challenges of adapting to Austin comedy audiences Recorded October 2024 Foll…
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CCPP (A 10-Part Comedy Class) with Valerie Lopez & Ellis Aych: Episode 9 - Creating Your Own Show
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34:14Read the article at comedywham.com Lesson #9: Create Your own Show I wanna let you in on a little secret 🤐 ready ??? YOU. 👏🏾 CAN. 👏🏾 CREATE. 👏🏾 YOUR 👏🏾 OPPORTUNITIES. 👏🏾 That's right you little comedy slut, it's time you went for it and produced your onlyf....I mean...comedy show 😅 Create, Don't Wait! Make it Special! Do the #7 (Episode #7 - The Ar…
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CCPP (A 10-Part Comedy Class) with Valerie Lopez & Ellis Aych) Episode 8: Get Paid (Know Your Worth)
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34:16Read the article at comedywham.com Lesson #8: Get Paid (Know Your Worth) A wise philosopher once said "Cash rules everything around me C.R.E.A.M. " Whether it's Comedy or Cash, they both rule everything around me !!! Which is why it's important to understand both!!! Learn how to set boundaries and get paid for the shit you do !!!! Welcome to Episod…
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CCPP (A 10-Part Comedy Class) with Valerie Lopez & Ellis Aych: Episode 7 - The Art of Self-Promotion
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32:59Read the article at comedywham.com Lesson #7 - The Art of Self-Promotion My cousin makes the best burgers !!! Melty cheese, juicy patties all on a brioche bun 😋 he spent all his money on renting a spot to sell his burgers, but get this, he made me promise NOT TO TELL ANYONE EVER!!!!! How stupid does that sound ?!!! My cousin is a dumbass, don't be …
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Read the article at comedywham.com Episode #336 [VIDEO EPISODE] Sam Clark talks with Valerie Lopez about: His debut special, Built for Math How his accidental presidency of Harvard Student council How aforementioned presidency became the inspiration for his debut film, Fairview Dad Recorded October 2024 Follow Sam Website - https://www.theonlysamcl…
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CCPP (A 10-Part Comedy Class) with Valerie Lopez & Ellis Aych: Episode 6 - Be Professional (Don't Be an Arsehole)
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30:32Read the article at comedywham.com Lesson #6 - Be Professional (Don't Be an A*hole) See how I didn't run the light See how I'm not an asshole and polite See how I don't cancel last minute Very classy, very Demure, VERY PROFESSIONAL!!! Be Good and Be Good at it 😘 This 👏🏾 is 👏🏾 the 👏🏾 Professional 👏🏾 episode 👏🏾 What does unprofessionalism look like? …
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Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #335 Jen Kober talks with Valerie Lopez about Getting hooked on standup at the young age of 16 Staying positive Landing a role in Cirque du Soleil's Mad Apple Her experience recording and releasing her latest special, No Flies on Me Recorded September 2024 Follow Jen Website - JenKober.com Linktree - linkt…
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CCPP (A 10-Part Comedy Class) with Valerie Lopez & Ellis Aych: Episode 5 - Heckling & Crowd Work
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34:34Read the article at comedywham.com Lesson #5 of 10 - Heckling and Crowd Work Heckling: Kryptonite or playground? We're gonna teach you how to set some boundaries and establish some law and order in this bitch!!! And THEN.........undo everything we just said!!! Because we all just wanna have fun with a lil bit crowdwork 😉 What is Heckling? What is C…
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Ke'Juan Moses: Gloves On, Jokes Out
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1:18:53Read the article at comedywham.com Episode #334 Ke'Juan Moses talks with Valerie Lopez about Being a future spokesperson for Wichita, Kansas Lessons learned from performing across the country Nerding out on improv How Austin reminds him of home Recorded September 2024 Follow Ke'Juan TikTok - @kmojokes Youtube - youtube.com/kejuanmoses Instagram - @…
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CCPP (A 10-Part Comedy Class) with Valerie Lopez & Ellis Aych: Episode 4 - Know Yourself
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33:57Read the article at comedywham.com Lesson #4 of 10 - Know Yourself "To thine own self be true" - William Shakespeare Yeah we fancy in this bitch !!!Who are you ? What do you wanna say ? What makes you unique ? These aren't just lame interview questions, but questions that can give your act authenticity and confidence while living in your truth. "Li…
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CCPP (A 10-Part Comedy Class) with Valerie Lopez & Ellis Aych: Episode 3 - Find a Mentor
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29:24Read the article at comedywham.com Lesson #3 of 10 - Find a Mentor Luke had Yoda Daniel had Miyagi We had yo mama Okay that last one was I can't talk about because we signed a "non disclosure" 🙄 (<== that was Ellis talking) Anyway, find you someone to show you the ropes.... OR DON'T... I'm not your Dad 🙃 (<== yeah, that was Ellis again) You could f…
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Stephanie Chiarello: Ballet to Ballots
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1:07:12Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #333 Stephanie Chiarello talks with Valerie Lopez about Growing up challenging rules Accepting that little dreams can live where big dreams die How to survive as a non-partisan show in a state dominated by a single party The cast of talented and dedicated misfits that make Over the Lege happen Recorded Sep…
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CCPP (A 10-Part Comedy Class) with Valerie Lopez & Ellis Aych: Episode 2 - To Write or Not to Write
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32:10Read the article at comedywham.com Lesson #2 of 10 - To Write or Not to Write Okay, we know there's more than one way to skin a cat. Everybody's got their own method, whether it's recording, writing or watching set. We don't give a damn what you do, just do something!!! What is your process? Write continuously Dealing with writer's block Valerie Lo…
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Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #332 Jay Light talks with Valerie Lopez about How the theme behind his debut album Good Guy with a Gun came together and the new theme behind his 2nd album (recorded on September 5, 2024) The long-brewing idea of his Wrong! A F**cked Up Game Show His fondness for reality TV shows (and not just because he w…
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CCPP (A 10-Part Comedy Class) with Valerie Lopez & Ellis Aych: Episode 1 - Getting Started
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33:17Read the article at comedywham.com Lesson #1 of 10 - Getting Started So, you're funny and you don't know where to start? Come hang with us, we'll show you some cool $hit. Research local open mics listings online and in person Go to different open mics Learn the mechanics of open mics Valerie Lopez and Ellis Aych have teamed up to record a 10-part c…
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Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #331 Matt Banwart talks with Valerie Lopez about His high school obsession with improv His launch of Roast Battle Chicago The joy he's found in taking bigger comedic swings The Ultimate Comedy Competition - his interactive comedy game and competition show Recorded July 2024 Follow Matt Website - mattbanwar…
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Arielle Isaac Norman, Volume 3: Zen But Angry
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1:34:40Read the article at ComedyWham Episode #330 Arielle Isaac Norman returns to talk with Valerie Lopez about Her appreciation for slowing things down during the pandemic Her growing interest in healthy debates and conversations through her podcast (soon to be renamed AI Norman) Challenging audience perceptions The release of her debut special, Ellen D…
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Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #329 Sierra Katow talks with Valerie Lopez about Starting comedy at the age of 16, then pursuing it while at Harvard Her debut special Funt Being one of six comics featured in the PBS Roots of Comedy with Jesus Trejo series HBO Max's Sex Lives of College Girls Her podcast TV Chef Fantasy League Recorded Ju…
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Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #328 Mycal Dédé talks with Valerie Lopez about Life as a cheerleader turned teacher turned attorney Lessons learned from the Houston comedy scene (shoutout to legend Andy Huggins) Landing in the Cap City Comedy Club FPIA Finals Top 3 on his first try The launch of his new interactive variety comedy show My…
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Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #327 Ellis Aych talks with Valerie Lopez about Procrastinating his way into standup comedy The importance of having great mentors (shout out to Symply Courtney) Falling in with and out of the Kill Tony ecosystem Tapestries, having a fancy vocabulary, and the duality of man Recorded June 2024 Follow Ellis L…
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Adrian Villegas - El Sketch Maestro
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1:11:49Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #326 Adrian Villegas talks with Valerie Lopez about His lifelong love of writing The origin story and longevity of the Latino Comedy Project The LCP's upcoming ¡Estar Guars! show July 5-7 at Scottish Rite Theater (it will be the final performance of this show ever) Vanessa Gonzalez (we both gushed profusel…
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Carolyn Kelleher & Ashley Ellis - Hype Team: 2024 ATX Sketch Fest
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54:29Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #325 Carolyn Kelleher (Executive Director) and Ashley Ellis (Producer) of the 2024 Austin Sketch Fest team talk with Valerie Lopez about Their favorite sketches of all time Their background as performers Breaking in sketches The 15th Annual Austin Sketch Fest featuring 150 performers from all over North Am…
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2024 Moontower Comedy Festival Series Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #324 Sophie Buddle returns to talk with Valerie Lopez about Going on tour with Taylor Tomlinson How she's learned to increase views on her instagram feed The process of changing management The latest entries in our annual teen slang exchange Recorded April 2024 Follow …
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Olivia Flood-Wylie: No Half-Measures
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1:09:442024 Moontower Comedy Festival Series Read the article at comedywham.com Episode #323 Olivia Flood-Wylie talks with Valerie Lopez about Escaping Los Angeles and discovering standup in Amsterdam Adopting a philosophy that if nothing matters, you should take advantage and try new things Her fondness for airports (and her love of being a touring stand…
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2024 Moontower Comedy Festival Series Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode # Martin Urbano talks with Valerie Lopez about His first time in Edinburgh The ups and downs of taping his Apology Comeback special during Moontower Comedy Festival Retiring his material (much to Valerie's chagrin) and planning for his future material His fanatical lov…
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2024 Moontower Comedy Festival Series Read the article at comedywham.com Episode #321 Jeremiah Watkins talks with Valerie Lopez about The new ways he's found to succeed at the balancing act between father, comedian, producer, podcast, and actor The end of Scissor Bros and the launch of Trailer Tales with Chelcie Lynn and Libbie Higgins The ongoing …
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2024 Moontower Comedy Festival Series Read the article at comedywham.com Episode #320 Andy Kindler returns to talk with Valerie Lopez about His return to Moontower after a 5 year absence How he spent his time during COVID His no holds barred approach to naming names His plans to record his second special Recorded March 2024 Watch the video intervie…
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2024 Moontower Comedy Festival Recs with Tracey Schulz
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42:442024 Moontower Comedy Festival Series Read the article at comedywham.com Episode #319 Tracey Schulz talks with Valerie Lopez about His work at KOOP with his What's New show, Thursdays 1pm-2pm His on air role at KUT Radio 2024 Moontower Comedy Festival recommendations Our future as the next Statler and Waldorf of Austin Comedy Recorded April 2024 Fo…
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Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #318 Nate Jackson, Deputy Editor of LA Times, talks with Valerie Lopez about: The LA Times' coverage of the Austin comedy scene The integration of standup and social media Netflix is a Joke festival happening in Los Angeles His upcoming book "Tearing Down the Orange Curtain" Recorded March 2024 in downtown…
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