Best TapeDeck Media Podcasts (2025)

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128. Tony Hawk & The 90s with Craig Westenberg 40:56

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2h ago40:56

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To coincide with the release of Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4, I brought Craig Westenberg back onto the podcast and we reminisced about the 90s, skate culture, extreme sports, music, jackass and the like and Craig walked me through the history of the Tony Hawk video games and why they are so meaningful to him. Follow Craig Online: https://www.facebo…

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Between Bombs Ep 312 Callbacks - Why Are There so Many Of Me? 28:33

1d ago28:33

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In this Between Bombs: Callbacks episode, Dan and Larry revisit their chat with the hilarious Jim Tews from Episode 312! They dive into the strange experience of hearing other comics who sound just like you (and how that lights a fire under your feet), the superhuman levels of embarrassment comedians endure on the regular, and how comedy clubs that…

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JIm Tews (Just For Laughs) - Just Another Day at the Office 41:29

6d ago41:29

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Jim Tews has spent more than half his life on stage making people laugh. From being inspired by Dave Attell’s “Insomniac” to his first days doing comedy in a strip mall sports bar, Jim knew he had to do it to keep from losing his mind. He and Dan chat about the level of judgment comedians are under and how it would horrify a “normal person,” bigger…

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The Inevitable AI, War & James Bond Episode | Hoss Town Podcast Ep. 9 50:45

6d ago50:45

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Well folks it was inevitable, the geopolitical state of the world today was always going to come up on Hoss Town and so we've reached our inevitable episode about AI, War, Nukes, Geopolitics, and of course James Bond. Taylor got very briefly mistaken for Matt out in public again, so now the score is 2-1 to Taylor. We'll be honest this is probably g…

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Last Action Hero: Production Notes - When Dinosaurs Ruled the Earth 59:36

9d ago59:36

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Chris, Joe, & Aaron hold on to their butts while taking on Arnold Braunschweiger's 1993 action comedy, Last Action Hero! The boys are joined by guest Erika Shasky as they learn a little bit about the film's dino sized box office competition, Jurassic Park, and find out the silly reason why the head of Columbia Pictures completely underestimated Ste…

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Between Bombs Ep 311 Callbacks - Your Persona 32:52

9d ago32:52

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What makes a joke work—and what do you do when it doesn’t? In this episode of the Art of Bombing Between Bombs: Callbacks, Dan and Larry call back episode 311 with Kimberly Koester! They break down joke mechanics, how to craft a stage persona that feels authentic, and why a bombed bit might be the best thing for your growth. Finally, we figure out …

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Kimberly Koester (Kill Tony) - A Lil Kill Tony Bump 38:19

11d ago38:19

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Kimberly Koester is a comic with a unique perspective—one she works at! She discusses her “Killy Tony Bump,” the Mothership open mic, the importance of forced networking, and how important the book “How to Kill at Comedy” has been to her. She also touches on the comic’s persona, handling a joke that doesn’t land, and the importance of learning joke…

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127. Independently Producing Theatre with Austin Harrison 41:34

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Today my guest is Austin Harrison of Wellington and we had a yarn about some of the projects he's been working on, mainly I'm Proud Of You: Improvised Yarns With Your Dad and Coro, a homage to Coronation street. We also got a little bit into the nuts and bolts of making showbiz your living when you're just a battler and not somebody big off the tel…

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Between Bombs Ep 310 Callbacks - Quality Over Quantity 31:59

17d ago31:59

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In this episode of the Art of Bombing Between Bombs: Callbacks, Dan and Larry call back episode 310 with Clay Foley! They drop truth bombs (and punchlines) about marketing smarter, not harder. Dan and Larry dive into why quality beats quantity every time—and how to stop wasting time on things that don’t move the needle. Laugh, learn, and level up! …

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Clay Foley (Comedy to the Rescue) - No Time To Waste 40:00

18d ago40:00

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Dan sits down with Clay Foley, ex-animal cruelty investigator, current standup comic, and creator of “Comedy to the Rescue,” a charity organization that helps animal shelters across the country raise money via comedy shows. Clay brings up starting comedy “late” in life, realizing there is no time to waste, and carving out your niche. They also disc…

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126. Meal Prep & Mental Helth with Comedian Richard Dowling 41:17

20d ago41:17

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Today my guest is comedian Richard Dowling, an up and comer from Ireland by way of Wellington. I'm a big fan of Richard's work and work ethic so it was a delight to have him on the show. We initially sat down to talk about the Dark Souls series but the conversation naturally flowed and we ended up talking about health and mental health in comedy in…

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Between Bombs Ep 309 Callbacks - Leading with Curiosity 24:06

23d ago24:06

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In this episode of the Art of Bombing Between Bombs: Callbacks, Dan and Larry call back episode 309 with New Zealand comedian Taylor Ruddle! They explore the power of leading with curiosity, especially when facing down hecklers, and uncover how finding inspiration outside of stand-up can fuel your funniest material. Get ready for a thoughtful, inte…

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Last Action Hero: Production Notes - More Screenwriters & Script Changes 43:20

26d ago43:20

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Aaron, Chris, & Joe partner up with Arnold Braunschweiger's 1993 action comedy, Last Action Hero! The boys are once again joined by guest Erika Shasky as they continue their dive into the film’s production info by discussing script changes made by even more screenwriters, including one that would guarantee Arnold agreeing to do the film! Don't forg…

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Taylor Ruddle (New Zealand Comedy Guild) - Vexed by the Judy Garland Special 45:15

26d ago45:15

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New Zealand comedian Taylor Ruddle educates Dan on slang terms, the differences between American and New Zealand standup comedy, and maybe why pain pills, booze, and comedy don’t mix! They also have a long conversation about some of their favorite shows to come out of New Zealand, like “What We Do In the Shadows,” “Our Flag Means Death,” and the br…

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125. From Russia with Laughs with Comedian Anya Rzhevitskaya 39:04

27d ago39:04

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This week my guest is Anya Rzhevitskaya, a Wellington based comedian who produces gigs with Drug of Choice productions. Anya offered to come on the pod and talk about growing up in Russia, a country that I think we all find fascinating due to how similar it is to the United States but also completely different. This was my chance to ask any questio…

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Last Action Hero: Production Notes - Screenwriters & Directors 1:29:24

1M ago1:29:24

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Aaron, Chris, & Joe get their golden tickets ready for Arnold Braunschweiger's 1993 action comedy, Last Action Hero! The boys welcome guest Erika Shasky as they begin their dive into the film’s production info by discussing the original script, the search for a director, and a few of the movies Arnold almost made instead! Don't forget to Subscribe,…

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124. Local Politics (Again) with Ben Tito Caldwell 54:38

1M ago54:38

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Ben "Tito" Caldwell is back for another guerrilla podcast while he dropped into Christchurch for a couple of gigs. Ben thought it would be a good idea to chat some more about local politics as in New Zealand the local elections are coming up soon and so we might help keep them in people's mind. We chatted about what it's been like working as a publ…

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Last Action Hero: Prewatch Intro 16:23

1M ago16:23

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Joe, Aaron, & Chris are back, and just in time to tackle Arnold Braunschweiger's 1993 action comedy, Last Action Hero! The boys kick things off by discussing their memories of the movie before checking out a totally radical ad for the film! Don't forget to Subscribe, Rate & Review us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and we may just read your review dur…

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Between Bombs Ep 308 Callbacks - What's In the Contract? 35:38

1M ago35:38

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In this explosive Between Bombs Callbacks episode, Dan and Larry call back episode 308 with Lynn Harris to blow the lid off one of comedy’s most important tools: the performance contract! From locking in payment to nailing down set times and show details, they dive deep into the must-haves every comic should include—because the only surprises on sh…

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Lynn Harris (Gold Comedy) - The Love of a Reasonable Bedtime 35:59

1M ago35:59

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Lynn Harris has been either in standup comedy or has been comedy adjacent for most of her life. From lessons she learned in Boston and New York from Wanda Sykes (well, Wanda Sykes adjacent), to nightmare gigs involving Muppet Babies (well, Muppet Baby adjacent), she and Dan meander through a couple of solid bombing stories. They also chat quickly a…

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123. The Invisible Hook & Kitchen Confidential - RMT Book Club! 40:38

1M ago40:38

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This week I decided to sit down and yap about a couple of books that I have read this year, I'm trying to be more proactive at reading books instead of doom scrolling on the phone or playing video games, other stuff like that we use to space out. This time I talked about The Invisible Hook by Peter Leeson, a book about the economics of Pirates, and…

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Between Bombs Ep 307 Callbacks - It's Okay To Say No! 34:03

1M ago34:03

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In this hilarious and insightful Between Bombs episode, Dan and Larry revisit episode 307 with Morgan Gallo to dive deeper into the unexpected truth that someone is always listening when you talk. They unpack the fragile magic of comedy, the power of self-awareness, and why sometimes the smartest move in this business is simply saying no. It’s a ca…

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Morgan Gallo (High Plains Comedy Festival) - Et Tu Shrek? 44:29

2M ago44:29

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Is this an emotional roller coaster! Morgan related the tale of being asked to do a set at a female empowerment festival headlined by that famous female band…Smashmouth? It’s a story about how you can do everything right as a comic and still everything goes exceedingly wrong. She and Dan also talk about comedy classes, the fact that someone is ALWA…

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122. Talking Wrestling & More with Mudit Mahajan 36:50

2M ago36:50

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This week I'm joined by Mudit Mahajan, a young lad from the Auckland comedy scene. We worked together a bit a year or so ago on a project and I've caught him at The Classic a couple of times. We had been meaning to have a proper chat about wrestling for ages so decided to do so on the podcast! Sorry if you're not a wrestling enjoyer, but next week …

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Between Bombs Ep 306 Callbacks - Don't Do Bringer Shows! 25:09

2M ago25:09

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In this Between Bombs Callbacks episode, Dan and Larry revisit the wild ride of Episode 306 with Shanna Christmas! They dig into the dark side of bringer shows and how they give comics a false sense of success, the bizarre rise of nude comedy shows (seriously, why is this a trend?), and the ups and downs of jumping into new comedy scenes. It's raw,…

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Shanna Christmas (Comedy Dynamics) - Naked Shock Collar Comedy 42:36

2M ago42:36

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Buckle up—this episode is packed and stacked with insights you won’t want to miss! Shanna and Dan dive into the surprising danger of crushing it early in your comedy career, and the gut-punch of bombing months later. They break down the bizarre comedy landscape of the pandemic, the grind of switching scenes and constantly starting over, and the str…

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121. What I'm Grateful For & Lessons Learnt After 2 Years As A Freelance Entertainer 47:55

2M ago47:55

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It's here! My reflections on what it's been like working as a freelance entertainer for the last 2 years. I broke this one down into things I'm grateful for and lessons learnt. And there were a lot more lessons learnt. Hope you enjoy it! What I'm Grateful For: I've paid all my bills for 2 years off the back of telling jokes and reading quiz questio…

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Between Bombs Ep 305 Callbacks: The Art of Clowning 27:40

2M ago27:40

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In this lively “Between Bombs” episode, Dan and Larry dig deeper into the art of clowning—yes, there is an art to it—and why it’s more than just red noses and floppy shoes. They explore how comedians like Katie avoid getting pigeonholeed by staying creatively versatile, and chat about the ripple effects when big-name comics land in smaller scenes. …

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Katie Bowman (High Plains Comedy Festival) - Screaming Into the Void 48:28

2M ago48:28

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In this episode, Dan chats with Denver-based comedian and artist Katie about the ups and downs of producing shows, embracing creativity, and recognizing the value of your talent. They also dive into what happens when comedy giants drop into smaller scenes—spoiler: it gets interesting! Katie Bowman Katie Bowman is an artist, stand-up, and improv com…

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120. Da Movies, Comedy & Manic Impressive with Tristan Miller 1:24:51

2M ago1:24:51

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It's my 2nd anniversary since going full time as a comedian! I was planning on doing an episode full of reflection and evaluation, but the week got away on me and so I've bumped up this episode instead. This week I'm delighted to be joined by comedian Tristan Miller, based up in Auckland originally from the US. Tristan brought a list of tiny joys f…

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Between Bombs Ep 304 Callbacks 25:13

2M ago25:13

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In this episode of Between Bombs, Dan and Larry look back at their chat with Jeremy Alder from Episode 304. They swap stories about why you should always get the full scoop before saying yes to a show, why springing comedy on an unsuspecting crowd is a terrible idea, and when it’s cool (or not) to dive into taboo topics. Spoiler: timing is everythi…

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Jeremy Alder (Dry Bar Comedy) - Comedy: The Divorced Guy Activity 41:20

2M ago41:20

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Jeremy and Dan sit down for a fun conversation about the importance of finding your people in comedy. They dig into Jeremy’s surprising path from life as a preacher to chasing laughs onstage. Plus, they swap some unforgettable stories — including a New Year’s Eve show that went completely off the rails. Jeremy Alder Homeschooled in the heart of Tex…

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119. Pro Wrestler Kawa Kupa & His Manager Archie Bower 34:32

2M ago34:32

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Well there's a first time for everything and today's the first time I've had guests walk out on me during a podcast! Today I interviewed Unified Championship Wrestling's Light Heavyweight Champion Kawa Kupa and his manager Archie Bower. We got into how Kawa started wrestling, how they started working together, Kawa's attitude shift as of recently, …

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118. April & Leland From Crime To Burn's Tiny Joys 1:02:19

3M ago1:02:19

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Today I'm joined by April and Leland from the Crime To Burn podcast, a true crime podcast that focuses on crimes involving fire including arson and criminal negligence. April and Leland have been super supportive of my podcast and they often share my posts so I figured it was well overdue for me to try and help promote them a bit! April genuinely w…

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Between Bombs Ep 303 Callbacks 25:49

3M ago25:49

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In an all-new episode of Between Bombs, Dan and Larry call back episode 303 with Bailey Pope. They talk about festival submissions, shaking off bad sets, not dwelling on sets (good or bad), and more! Art of Bombing: "Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John Hult https://johnhult.bandcamp.com/album/half-a-life-to-recover Bumpers…

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Bailey Pope (Limestone Comedy Festival) - Gotta Shake It Off 52:26

3M ago52:26

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Bailey started with public speaking, but the desire to do standup had always been there. She and Dan discuss the community that is standup, connecting to an audience through humor, the comedic delight that weird small towns can be, festivals, submission tapes, and how inexperience and a venue can affect you. Bailey Pope Bailey Pope (She/Her/Etc) is…

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117. The Best Chicken Chips in Christchurch (ASMR) 54:30

3M ago54:30

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My friend Jarrod Cook and I decided to sample as many of the different flavours of Chicken potato chips that we could find in Christchurch and figure out which one was the best. We also made an unexpected stop in at the Christchurch City Libraries book fair at Pioneer stadium where we collected some books. This episode is definitely one of the weir…

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Between Bombs Ep 302 Callbacks 24:28

3M ago24:28

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In an all-new episode of Between Bombs, Dan and Larry call back episode 302 with Andy Woodhull. They talk about performing on cruise ships, knowing the difference between a set and an act, and knowing your limitations when starting. Art of Bombing: "Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John Hult https://johnhult.bandcamp.com/alb…

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Andy Woodhull (The Tonight Show) - There’s a Bomb on the Boat! (Still Better Than Speed 2) 34:49

3M ago34:49

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Dan gets to talk to Andy Woodhull about overextending yourself when you’re new, how bombing is bad, and how being stuck on a cruise ship after bombing is worse! Also, preparing for crowd work, burning material, and “never being finished.” Andy Woodhull Los Angeles-based stand-up comedian, writer, and television host Andy Woodhull was the first come…

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116. Cobra Kai & The Karate Kid Recap (+ Life Update) 1:02:44

3M ago1:02:44

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I recently finished the series Cobra Kai and was hit by the sudden realization of how much time has passed since I started watching in around 2019 which was when I had just got back to New Zealand after living in Japan. I suppose you would call that my "Spool of wire" moment, look it up on tiktok if you have no idea what that is. This is a solo epi…

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Between Bombs Ep 301 Callbacks 30:37

3M ago30:37

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In an all-new episode of Between Bombs, Dan and Larry call back episode 301 with Jeff Albright, In this episode, they talk about the definition of bombing, one's own perspective, and finding your niche. Art of Bombing: "Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John Hult https://johnhult.bandcamp.com/album/half-a-life-to-recover Bump…

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Jeff Albright (LoCo Comedy) - Zen and the Art of Bombing 55:40

3M ago55:40

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Dan finally gets to sit down with his producing partner, Jeff Albright (LoCo Comedy). They discuss Jeff’s preference for writing over performing, whether open mics “count,” the philosophy behind bombing, and the importance of a tight show. They also touch on social media mistakes, reigniting passion, and how success is relative. Jeff Albright Jeff …

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Going Viral, Becoming A Funcle & Sauna Chat | Hoss Town Podcast Ep. 8 47:48

3M ago47:48

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The Big Man and The Medium Sized Man are back for another rambunctious visit to Hoss Town! This time the fellas ruminate on Matt's first time doing 60(ish) minutes of stand up comedy, Taylor's recent moderately viral Chris Luxon impression TikToks, tips on how you can make your own content pop off online. Matt's about to become an uncle or Funcle a…

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115. Mental Health? In Stand Up Comedy?? In This Economy?? with Paula Jane Newman 41:19

4M ago41:19

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This week I'm joined by Paula Jane Newman, a clean comic living in the USA by way of England who runs her own comedy movement emphacizing mental health in Stand Up Comedy. She's also done a heap of meditation work and is just in general a really sweet and interesting character. I hope you enjoy it. Easiest way to check out everything Paula is up to…

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Between Bombs Ep 300 Callbacks 48:22

4M ago48:22

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In an all-new episode of Between Bombs, Dan and Larry callback episode 300 with Sam Miller. In this episode, they talk about setting priorities to reach goals while taking care of yourself, the importance of staying loose on stage, and more. Plus, we celebrate our 300th episode of The Art of Bombing! Art of Bombing: "Nobody Had a Podcast Called The…

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Sam Miller (Stand Up! Records) Returns - The 300 Episode Milestone 1:03:30

4M ago1:03:30

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The hilarious Sam Miller returns for the 300th episode! Sam and Dan discuss recovering from the loss of social media, staying loose while keeping the material tight, and how to treat the four people who came to see you. They also chat about less-than-ideal producers, Sam’s writing process, and Adventures in Boogertown! Sam Miller Sam Miller is a na…

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114. Turning Tragedy Into Comedy with Dr. Jo Prendergast 1:19:18

4M ago1:19:18

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Comedian and Author Dr Jo Prendergast joined me on the podcast today to talk about the process of turning something tragic, in Jo's case a breast cancer diagnosis into something funny, which ended up being her show Cancer & Cartwheels which she's currently touring. Jo talks about what it was like going through Chemo, she explains what Cold Capping …

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Between Bombs Ep 299 Callbacks 38:41

4M ago38:41

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In an all-new episode of Between Bombs, Dan introduces the pod's new producer and co-host of Between Bombs, Larry Smith. In this episode, they explore the challenges of crowdwork and heckling in comedy. This episode breaks down the different types of heckling—positive and negative—how comedians might unintentionally invite interruptions, and the di…

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Aidan McCluskey - Coffee, Soda, and a Nicotine Patch 1:00:12

4M ago1:00:12

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When stand-up comedian Aiden McCluskey goes on the road, he gets free coffee from the hospital lobby (not a patient) and eats continental breakfast at the hotel (not staying there). He jams with Dan Bublitz Jr about these and other travel and social media tips on this episode of the Art of Bombing Podcast. You’ll learn a lot more in this one: the e…

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113. Am I The Asshole? Part 2 With Comedian Dave Adams 1:06:58

4M ago1:06:58

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Comedian Dave Adams returns this week and we tackled some more "Am I The Asshole?" Threads from Reddit! We recorded this one so long ago that I actually cannot find the links to the ones we covered, but I'm sure if you just search the titles into Reddit they'll come up! Follow Dave Adams Online: https://www.facebook.com/DaveAdamsNZComedy https://ww…