Funny People Talking

Comic book cursing, a cat in a jazz band, being Jackie Mason's daughter, forming a comedy style, approaching a joke, playing bigger rooms, a round of the improv game "If I was In Charge of the World!", and bacon-flavored cotton candy! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Carmen Lynch on doing comedy in two languages, the specialness of doing "Letterman", the impact off moving too NYC in her comedy, playing theaters vs. clubs, what makes her laugh, sticking with jokes that don't get a fast laugh. and her future. Plus, the origins of Pac Man, Danielle has HUGE NEWS, Breaking Bad and El Camino, an improv game that's all questions, and -- a cotton candy flavored ale? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Melissa Villasenor joins Marc and former cohost Ben Rose's alter egos "Mickey" and "Billy" (of "The Mickey and Billy Show"), prior to joining the cast of Saturday Night Live -- in this specially republished madcap episode of "Monkey Radio with Marc". See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

She's a ray of sunshine and a fashion consultant. Delia Folk of The Style That Binds Us shares her story, plus a leather onesie, laptops on the subway, health tips, a snowball assault, comedy and entrepreneurship, an unfortunate umbrella, and a round of the improv game "The Meh News". With guest host Ben Rose. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alisa Cohn shares insights into being a bright light and seeker, truth teller and why it helps her in being an executive coach, Marc's former co-host and Tom Cruise comparison, fitness trainer, voiceover artist, comedian and actor Ben Rose fills in, UK DJs Mickey and Billy stop by to cause trouble, health tips from former umpire Mr. Mudcap, and nobody knows when the improv game The Interruptor ends. Plus, a very appropriate End of Show Food. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Comedian Alyce Chan on when humor is appropriate, using humor in photography and marketing, her popular show Bring Your Own Baby, dry humor, and how her husband inspires her comedy., Plus, big teeth, dentist trauma, diagramming a nerd, a Shake Shack misfire, reviewing cheeses without a taste, a round of the improv game "What If" that imagines ever-changing ad pitches, and glow in the dark Oreos. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Comedian David Drake talks taking on a live audience and why a comedian shouldn't turn on them, showcasing "Comedians You Should Know", digging yourself out of a hole, and a favorite joke about Halloween. Plus, accents without offense, unwanted music on the subway, nerd camp and "mermaiding", living in the moment, chocolate orange red wine, and improvised stories that must include three words. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Celebrity Answering Machine improv, nerdiest zodiac signs, authenticity in casting, pea puns, content creator vs. stylist, humor in wardrobe styling, and flaming chips are all covered with Stylist, Content Creator, and Model Steven Sharpe Jr.. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mustard Lane Founder Kristal Mallookis joins the fun as we talk People's Choice Podcast Awards nomination, movie locations, cigarette vengeance, Marc's epic story about losing his keys, play an improv game "If I Was in Charge of the World", taste and rank chickenless Australian chips, and discover Kristal's journey in building an amazing and fast-growing staffing company with professional event staff and promotional models. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One *$%^ing hilarious episode! A guest-less show features Danielle discusses her tassels that she’s wearing, talking about the imitation that guest host Kathy did of her, and has nerd tips about ComicCon survival tips about finding a bathroom, routes to get there and finding a coffee shop to relax. Marc talks about seeing Celebrity Autobiography and Beetlejuice, Danielle talks about Schitt’s Creek while Marc talks about Bates Motel, the group plays the song-invention improv game Mish Mosh Mix, and Elsie introduces the group to an Australian snack that has everyone asking for more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Desmond Is Amazing (a 12-year old drag kid, awarded LGBTQ advocate, outspoken gay youth, editorial and runway model, public speaker, performer, founder of their own drag house: the Haus of Amazing, fashion designer, film and TV actor, published author, muse, legendary up-and-coming member of the original pioneering voguing house, the House of UltraOmni, and icon from New York City) joins Marc Raco, Danielle Beckmann, and Elsie the producer on "Funny People Talking" to chat pompoms, influencers, Australia, silver linings, Desmond's remarkable journey and building on their following make real impact, using humor to battle haters and inspire, and two End of Show Foods from Down Under. Danielle talks about finding pompom’s and putting them on her clothing Danielle’s nerd tip is about finding make-up that has movie themes Danielle discusses the influencers event she worked and the swag she got The group discusses the value that brands get by giving swag to instagram influencers Marc talks about his trip to Australia including the different food, the animals and manly beach/cliff Desmond talks about their pet Irving the cockatoo The group plays the “Silver Lining” game Desmond explains how they got the name Desmond is Amazing Desmond talks about how long they have been doing drag and all the attention they have gotten Desmond on their mother being an inspiration They discuss the content on their instagram and the importance of positivity Desmond talks the Haus of Amazing for drag kids 20 years old and younger, no bullying allowed on the site Using humor to make people laugh is important for people and just wanting to make people laugh End of show food including Burger Rings and Tim Tam Slams See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dressing like Elvis, a surprise pug on google maps, unseen movie reviews, Imposter Syndrome, coaching vs. therapy, a dynamic career path, creating trust with humor, and Oreos. Leadership and Career Coach Matylda Czarnecka joins Marc Raco, Danielle Beckmann and producer Elsie. Danielle talks about dressing like Elvis for Dress Like Elvis Day Danielle shares nerd tips for studying like writing your notes out and using colorful sticky notes. Matylda adds a geeky factoid that people remember things better by reading on physical paper than digitally Marc leads the group in their usual séance for Tina Fey Danielle discusses getting binoculars for her birthday because of her love of bird watching. She also talks about spotting a pug on google maps street view for the restaurant she went to on her birthday Elsie reviews a few movies….despite never seeing them including Leo Da Vinci, I Got the Hook-Up 2, Doctor Sleep. Matylda also reviews Lido The group plays The Meh News where the crew improv’s news stories on mundane topics Matylda talks about the impact of her Polish heritage and how it impacts the way she does her work, believing it’s lead to her resilience in situations Matylda discusses how her mom gave her the best advice about not thinking about the job she was going to have since it wasn’t created it The group talks about imposter syndrome, Matylda discusses a workshop she created around it after experiencing imposter syndrome Matylda talks the difference between having a coach and someone going for therapy Despite starting her career in journalism, she wound up falling into newly created positions including becoming an internet strategist for a newspaper, creating interactive maps for storytelling and organizing a hackathon that led to people reaching out to her for similar services. Went on to inventing a hackthon consultancy Matylda explains that allowing comedy is helpful for our culture when we take things seriously, it helps with creating a safe space and trust End of Show Food featuring carrot cake Oreos See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The laughing subway woman, choreographing at the Pride Parade, making up songs, a near miss with Drew Carey, overcoming many life challenges and becoming a comedian, working on a cruise ship, a 5-year old takes LCD, and how comedy can transform lives. Actress, writer, and stand-up comedian Vanessa Hollingshead joins Marc Raco, Danielle Beckmann, and producer Elsie for a wide-ranging conversation, and improv game, and an unusual end-of-show food! Danielle discusses her post-pride parade quinceanera porcupine piñata Danielle’s nerd tips include some pop culture items used in the kitchen Marc talks about a recent subway experience with his wife where a woman laugh uncontrollably for 45 minutes. Vanessa and Danielle follow-up with weird interactions with other people on the streets Danielle talks about her very long Pride Day where she had to teach people a choreographed routine. Vanessa talks about getting caught in the middle of the Pride Parade a few years ago The group plays the improv game “Mish Mosh Mix” where they come up with songs on the spot using suggestions Vanessa recalls an office job she had that led her to thinking she had a talent for comedy and by seeing things sarcastically has led to her style After turning down doing the Drew Carey show, Vanessa talks about struggling to get past thinking she missed her chance to do comedy full-time to getting the chance to perform on a Royal Caribbean cruise line ship that turned things around, as well as developing the right material for a cruise ship Vanessa later discusses how she struggled with abuse substances, getting clean and why it was important to help her friend who faced substance abuse issues Vanessa talks about dropping LCD at age 5 after her father supplied the drug to many high profiled celebrities and her feeling pride about being a survivor despite her early childhood issues at home Vanessa discusses the joy of being able to turn a room around after a couple bad jokes and being thanked by people for putting on a great show End of show food features a Lays Beef Noodle Soup chip See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A turtle ghost, jury duty, a robbery, a Tony Awards wardrobe malfunction, pitching movies, Whoopi Goldberg, Howard Stern, SNL, Mike Meyers, and becoming a cartoon. Comedian Regina DeCicco, warmup comedian for The View, joins Marc Raco, Danielle Beckmann, and producer Elsie. In this episode: Danielle talks about walking around with her empty terrarium that houses the ghost of her pet turtle Marc discusses getting selected for jury duty where he was stuck in a cramped room with others selected while the defendant defended himself and caused a few awkward situations Marc also recalls an incident where he saw a robber trying to get into an open car and ponders why people leave their car doors open in NYC Danielle recaps her Tony Awards experience including facing a wardrobe malfunction, acting as a seat filler and winding up with the best seat possible as Billy Porter surprisingly sung right in front of her Everyone plays a new improv game called where Marc and Danielle pitch a murder-knitting flick Elsie pitches a puritans love reality show Regina talks about the connections she’s made with past audience members and the joy she gets out of it How Regina warms up dud crowds for The View as well as having to be the bearer of bad news to the crowd when a host isn’t on the show and Whoopi Goldberg’s health scare Regina discusses lucking out by landing an internship with the SNL wardrobe department and the behind the scenes vibe of working on the show While interning at ABC, Regina got to meet her favorite SNL cast member, Mike Myers, and why working in show business has caused her not to get star struck Regina also talks about her time working on the Howard Stern show as a guest/voice and pitching ideas for the show Knowing when to stop trying to keep doing the same joke despite it not getting a laugh and getting jokes from experiences Regina talks about why making people having and having a cartoon is part of the legacy she wants to leave behind The crew rates the end of show special food item; Ruffles Mozzarella and Marinara Chips See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Robert Galinsky (internationally acclaimed coach, author, and actor (The Bench) who gets to the heart of: confidence building, focusing messages, developing stage presence, driving listener activation, and creating unscripted leaders) joins Marc Raco, producer Elsie, and guest host actress Kathy Searle to talk food poisoning, reacting to MAGA hats, living out loud, Lenny Bruce, reality TV school, a one-man play about the homeless, truth in comedy, and activism. Plus TWO improv games, and an End of Show Food that salutes a return to NYC! Why Kathy was carrying 9 IV bags with her Kathy’s story of getting food poisoning Greg discussing acting on stage and honoring the stories of the people he’s on stage for Kathy tells a story about a seeing a man wearing a MAGA hat on the subway and the reaction people gave to him The Funny People Talking crew plays two improv games; What’s The Buzz and Jingles Robert talks about living out loud and why a recent date told him his activism was too performative for her Robert explains why the system is the reason why he feels he’s more Lenny Bruce than John Lennon or Timothy Leary Discussing the reality tv school and the opportunity to fight another system that hurts people Empathy was a big reason behind Robert creating The Bench, which he wrote back in the mid 80’s Taking inspiration from people Robert met in real life and using them for The Bench, his fear in inviting those people to the show Staying focused on the truth is important to help navigate through a tough, true moment and why it takes discipline The Bench is a personal show that won’t be something performed by others due to the nature of the content Becoming close with his stage manager has helped him with the lonely part of doing one-man shows The end of show food: a salute to Robert's return to NYC See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Three fun improv games, no guest, and an unusual End of Show Food. Hosts Marc Raco, Danielle Beckmann and producer Elsie go all-in on the fun to celebrate the 25th episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A marriage license saga, communal living, an improv game reveals chimney sweeps and troglodytes, understanding lifestyle commentary and noting changing trends changing society, humor in a larger story, and breaking news interrupts the show. Plus---the origins of the poop emoji? Lifestyle commentator Robert di Mauro brings his energy, humor, and experience as he joins Marc Raco, Danielle Beckmann, and producer Elsie in the MouthMedia Network studio. Elsie educates us on the origins of the "poop emoji" Marc asks Danielle about the sponges, which are apparently used to clean NYC, especially the subway, and Danielle has an 85 year-old intern Quick Nerd Tip : Adult education school “Brooklyn Brainery” in Park Slope The Saga of Getting Marc’s Marriage License Community/communal living - is it merely an extension of “Dorm Living?” Improv Game - What If? A Chimney Sweep with Marc and Danielle, followed by The Place Where the Troglodytes Live with Robert and Danielle Getting to know Robert - Understanding what a lifestyle commentator is Robert talks about changing trends that have shaped the fabric of society What are the different pieces of Robert’s journey that have allowed him to look at things through the lenses he does? Robert’s theater background, and his experience with MouthMedia How does Robert see humor as part of a larger story that an industry has to tell? Robert bringing the humor in his own life Why does Robert call so many people friends that we would recognize by name, as celebrities? He gives a lot of credit to his father, always a man of the community Elsie introduces the snack, which is a very fancy chocolate bar. Many chickens are given Danielle shares a feature in Chapman magazine which praises Danielle and FPT itself! A very Italian sign-off See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's it like to work in a professional improv theatre? Plus, illusions, an American Idol moment, pugs, an emotional press conference, performer relationships on and off stage, Boston vs. New York, and nostalgic TV. Vicki Hanes and Cavan Rogers, MainStage cast members of Improv Asylum in NYC, join Marc Raco, Danielle Beckmann, and producer Elsie. In this episode: Danielle shares some book nerd facts for the readers out there Marc shares his experiences at the Museum of Illusions, and how we live in our own illusions day to day How American Idol has fueled people’s illusions and evolved over time Danielle’s experience meeting Donna Summer and Paula Abdul The upcoming The Jeffersons and All In The Family remake specials, and the tendency to bring back familiar franchises that shook things up in their time, but seem to be nostalgia vehicles Danielle and Vicki share their love for pugs A plea to the Comedy Gods to get Tina Fey on the show A round of “Emotional Press Conference,” where we shout out a question with an emotion and the improvisor has to answer with that emotion How Cavan and Vicki met, discovered improv, and how they came to be a part of Improv Asylum Cavan and Vicki's partnership as improvisors, and why their relationship on stage isn’t too different to how they interact offstage Finding structure in an improv environment that utilizes audience participation and other variables How Improv Asylum is structured, from the improv classes, to the house teams up to the NXT shows The experience of doing improv at Improv Asylum in New York compares to improv in Boston or Chicago Cavan and Vicki’s career highlights as performers Plus, Elsie brings in some smoky End of Show Food! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marc gets married, a 3D photo animation app, axe-throwing, movie reviews before you've seen them, living next toAlec Baldwin, inspiring businesses with improv and as a communal experience, and a round of Scenes with Numbers. Mary Lemmer, Founder of Improv4, joins Marc Raco, Danielle Beckmann, and producer Elsie. In this episode: Danielle fills us in on her vocal lessons and gives a history lesson on suspenders in the Nerd Tip of the Week Marc shares some details from his wedding at the Brooklyn Botanical Gardens, and shows off a new 3D photo animator app called Mug Life What technology has allowed us to do, from replicating Joe Rogan’s voice to create original synthesized conversations, to holograms and CGI performances like Carrie Fisher in Star Wars, and the potential for creating fake events with political or social repercussions in the real world Danielle shares a cathartic 3 year anniversary axe-based-ritual she did with her boyfriend A round of Elsie (and everyone else) Reviews Movies in Advance Mary’s experiences moving to New York and living next to Alec Baldwin An appeal to the Comedy Gods to get Tina Fey on the show How a gelato business and living a high-stress lifestyle led to Mary taking improv classes and eventually starting Improv 4 How Improv 4 developed its methodology to help companies build team effectiveness, leadership skills and other skills through improv comedy techniques How comedy and improv as a communal experience have been therapeutic for Mary personally and professionally as an entrepreneur How Mary and the other facilitators at Improv 4 adapt their methodology to the different work environments at the companies they work with The importance of rediscovering the judgement-free mindset of childhood and how improv helps us attain that by “firing our inner critic” The rewarding transformations Mary has witnessed We play a round of Scenes With Numbers, one of Mary’s favorite exorcises she uses with Improv 4 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Comedian, actor, and voiceover artist Kevin Gootee, Comics Watching Comics creator, joins the show to talk jury duty fiascos, meal delivery services, the greatest Norm Macdonald story with a bow at the end, and a new improv game "The Funny Thing Is..." might have upset Danielle. With hosts Marc Raco, Danielle Beckmann, and producer Elsie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Serpe, improv comedian, stage combat teacher --and tire salesman -- jumps into the show to talk humor and depression, play a game show-themed improv game, taste some spicy chocolate, and reveal why he leans into having a name that sounds like an STD. A guest portal in restaurant-shorthand Panhandling strategy and an initiative to educate the homeless Game Show Corner Humor used for serious topics - "You are Not Alone - An Uplifting Show About Depression" at the Magnet Theatre How far is too far in depression humor? Diffusing difficult situations in everyday life with humor Verbal pratfalls Why you have to lean into a name that sounds like an STD Hot salted Sriracha dark chocolate With hosts Marc Raco and producer Elsie. Recorded in the MouthMedia Network studio. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Harrison Greenbaum, summa cum laude Harvard graduate turned stand-up comedian and magician, and one of Comedy Central's "Comics to Watch" (featured on NBC's America's Got Talent, NBC's Last Comic Standing, TBS's Conan, AXS.TV’s Gotham Comedy Live, and National Geographic Channel's Brain Games, and appeared on MTV, SPIKE TV, the Discovery Channel, and the Science Channel) joins Marc Raco, Danielle Beckmann, and producer Elsie for an hilarious and energetic conversation on everything from AGT, American Idol, Harry Potter, Holocaust survivors vs. comedy, amusement park rides, a new travel TV series, a strange subway experience with transgender bullies, going from Harvard too a life of comedy, pursing magic, a joke that didn't work, and a Shark Tank-style improv game "Guppy Tank". Danielle shares some tips for anyone planning on visiting The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Marc and Harrison share their experiences on America’s Got Talent from being surprised with an invite for Marc and auditioning next to a stripper dressed as a T-Rex for Harrison, to Harrison’s run on the show and eventual elimination Some tips to know whether you’re close to getting to the TV judges on America’s Got Talent Clay Aiken and why Danielle and Harrison haven’t watched American Idol in years Why some pop songs get away with some pretty alarming lyrical content Harrison’s grandparent’s story of how they met at a camp during the Holocaust Marc shares a strange subway experience that raises the question of legality toplessness in New York City How taking cabs or Ubers to/from comedy sets is a sign of making it Danielle shares some tips for anyone planning on visiting The Wizarding World of Harry Potter that will definitely make your visit more magical Harrison finally meets someone whose favorite Disney ride is Twister Some interesting trivia about Coney Island and the town built for little people A round of Guppy Tank, where we go around and try to sell each other on ridiculous business ideas Harrison talks about the necktie and resonance theories of comedy and how they influence his acts as a comedian and as a magician How the intelligence and diligence the got Harrison to the top of his class at Harvard has extended in his work ethic as a performer The tendency for magicians to use comedy in their act, but not embrace it as a comedian, and what Harrison is doing to help magicians learn to use comedy effectively Recalculating, the travel web series Harrison hosts that’s premiering in May Harrison shares the backstory of a joke of his that didn’t get an expected response Plus, Elsie surprises us with some crunchy end of show food See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

RSVP culture, an improv game reveals a fight with Jackie Chan and the origins of the yellow school bus (not really), an incredible wallpaper coincidence, lettering vs. typography, social media's impact on valuing artists, expanding vocabulary, somebody knows the theme song, and End of Show---Drink? Danielle shares some nerd tips for those who want to expand their vocabularies Brian lets us know what a letterer does, and how he came to be one Danielle’s miserable experience at the Brooklyn Coffee and Tea Festival, and the weird behavior that free samples sparks in crowds of people The issue of modern RSPV culture and how inconsiderate it can be for major events Wedding planning stresses and invitation nightmares (and some tips on how to combat them!) A round of Audible, our improv game where one of us tells a story and anyone can call and audible and prompt the storyteller to mix things up An appeal to the comedy gods to get Tina Fey on the show How Brian’s creativity has been fostered from a young age and led him to find left of center ways to make a living Brian and his wife’s wallpaper business, Flat Vernacular, and how a childhood wallpaper of Marc's ties into the inspiration that led to that side business How humor and art changes one’s viewpoint of the world, and how an appreciation for humor and comedy influences Brian’s approach to his work Social media’s impact on Brian’s work and how instantaneous feedback has changed how creative professionals approach their work Brian’s path from art school and focusing on design to discovering a passion for lettering The difference between a letterer and a typographer, and the difference between painting with letters and fonts Brian compares his old LinkedIn photo with his latest professional photoshoot Plus, Elsie brings in some End of Show Food and Brian surprises us with End of Show Drinks! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

G.I. Joe vs. science fiction, how Shaun became a comedian, a party RV, learning on the road with a major comedian like Gabriel Iglesias, pushing past low moments, cooking meets comedy and the genesis of “20 Dollar Chef” and joining Bar Stool Sports, Shaun’s SiriusXM show, remarkable marshmallows, and an improv game features pitch one-upmanship. Shaun Latham, comedian, host of the very successful weekly Barstool Sports show “20 Dollar Chef” as he shows fans how to cook on a budget, and host of ‘The Shaun Latham show” on SiriusXM, shares his story, humor, and wisdom. Danielle gives some nerd tips on how to avoid spoilers as we prep for the release of the newest Avengers film Some TV series recommendations, and how binge-watching shows can feel like a chore, and finishing a series or season can be a relief How choosing between G.I. Joe or Space changed Marc and Shaun’s trajectories in fandoms An appeal to the comedy gods to get Tina Fey on the show A round of “What If?” where we build off each other’s pitches for a movie or TV show How Shaun’s trajectory in standup comedy started from a comedy contest at a work event The way Shaun padded his early gigs thanks to a party RV his boss provided to employees Moving to LA to break into the standup scene, and the struggles of having to start over in a new town How selling merch and opening for Gabriel Iglesias helped Shaun build up his confidence and hone his skills when things were looking bleak The invaluable lessons learned on the road with a major league comedian, from the business end to honing his act to be able to work in any room The goal of your day-to-day voice catching up with your stage voice, to where it just feels like you’re talking on stage instead of putting on an act Some of the stand up comedians Shaun has encountered over the years who have stood out to him How important a unique perspective is to comedy, and how some comedians are wise beyond their years Shaun’s “crying on the couch” moment, how he overcame the feelings of despair and the harsh reality of poverty and found the will and hope to push forward and succeed The importance of perseverance and “staying in line” How a move to Indianapolis and meeting the right people led to Shaun being a member of Morty’s Pugs and getting more gigs How 20 Dollar Chef, Shaun’s comedy cooking show, got started and his goals to help his viewers build character and not take the easy way out The important relationship lessons learned by cooking together Shaun’s SiriusXM show, The Shaun Latham Show, and how he built the team of personalities that make the show unique What “making it” would mean for Shaun Shaun walks us through the process behind two jokes he’s proud of Plus, Elsie brings in some squishy snacks for End of Show Food! The post Comedian Shaun Latham – A Recipe for Comedy appeared first on Funny People Talking Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Musician, Singer, Dancer, WWE Ring Announcer, Actress, DJ, Influencer – What Doesn’t She Do? Close calls with Mick Jagger Cyndi Lauper, Johny Depp, and Steven VanZandt, a scary train ride, making up songs on the spot, an incredible career in entertainment including a big-deal girl band, performing in front of 100,000 people, singing at Michael Jackson’s birthday party, and announcing WWE matches, plus the meaning of giving keys, and beef jerky made with stout beer! Entertainer Lauren Mayhew (@lolomayhew) joins Marc Raco (@racomarc), producer Elsie (@elsietheproducer), and guest host Lois Herzeca (MouthMedia Network) in the MouthMedia Network studios powered by Sennheiser. In this episode: A celebrity encounter with Mick Jagger turns embarrassing Meeting Cyndi Lauper and Johnny Depp Does Steven VanZandt want to shiv Marc? Tiny men in Hollywood A scary surprise on the train A rhyme of the making up songs on the spot with the improv game “Mish Mosh Mix” Lauren’s new song “Come with Me” is just one of thousands she has written Voicing video game voices, animated series, acting, dancing, DJ-ing at a high level, and more Connecting to humor in acting scenes Learning to DJ, and staying on the edge of new music Painting with sound Does Lauren want to e a superhero, and action star? Interjecting vs. interrupting Becoming a WWE ring announcer and being a part of the WWE Universe Performing in front of massive audiences Performing in a girl band as opening act for Britney Spears, NSYNC, Destiny’s Child, and other huge acts on tour Singing to Michael Jackson at his birthday, and at the Super Bowl pregame What it is like to rip your pants in front of 50,000 people Lauren reveals a detour she took which she’s never mentioned publicly before, which also led to the scariest thing she ever did in her life Developing a skill as a social media influencer Giving Keys A girlband reunion? And –stout jerky? The post Multi-talented Entertainer Lauren Mayhew – A Future Superhero Living out Loud appeared first on Funny People Talking Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Starfleet captain, Australia, strange cereals, loving rice, Star Trek Password, cartoons vs. comedy, Ginger Meggs, a podcast about creating comedy, stories about old white men, the “scotch and a bath” ritual, and why being an immigrant in America can be funny. Jason Chatfield, Australian cartoonist & comedian and Australia’s most widely syndicated cartoonist, producing the iconic comic strip Ginger Meggswhich appears daily in over 120 newspapers in 34 countries, and co-host of the podcast “Is There Something In This?”, joins Marc Raco and Danielle Beckmann in the MouthMedia Network studio powered by Sennheiser. In this episode: Danielle fills us in on her upcoming role in the Shelter theater company production of , where she plays an actor playing a starfleet captainQuantum Attraction A nerd tip about some interesting cereals, some of which you’ll want to avoid Danielle’s lifelong love for rice goes under the spotlight We play a round of “Star Trek Password,” where someone gives clues while we try to guess their Star Trek-themed word Jason’s road to comedy and being a cartoonist, and how going to school for drama shaped his approach The difference between “word first” and “picture first” cartoonists, and how Jason developed his creative process for the page and the stage How having a writer partner has shaped his workflow and led to his own podcast “Ginger Meggs” the syndicated comic Jason is now the cartoonist for, which has been running daily since the 1920s The approach Jason takes when handling a comic strip with a long history versus The New Yorker or his own standup where he can more freely express himself Why single panel comics are harder than one might expect Jason’s “scotch and bath” Sunday ritual How Jason’s standup routine has evolved over the years, and how he uses his status as an immigrant in 2019 America as a way to connect with his audiences The process of working through tough material and knowing when you leave a joke behind How Jason keeps an open mind for the future of his career The post Cartoonist and Comedian Jason Chatfield – Ginger Meggs, Bathing with Scotch, and Star Trek Password appeared first on Funny People Talking Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Working on a sitcom, why getting pooped on by a bird led to time with Tina Fey and Amy Poehler, minor surgery, building an acting career, and laughing through news tragedies. Actress and comedian Kathy Searle (Baby Mama, My Man Is a Loser, Body of Proof, Blue Bloods, Gossip Girl, and Lipstick Jungle, etc.) joins Marc Raco and Danielle Beckman in the MouthMedia Network studio powered by Sennheiser. In this episode: Danielle highlights Girls Who Code, Moms Can:Code and Kode With Klossy, nonprofits that help women pursue careers in the tech industry Marc and Danielle share their experiences of revising old places of work, and how things can feel nostalgic even as they’ve changed over time An on-the-fly round of “Old People News,” where a reporter can’t get through a breaking news report without cracking Why acting at the Williamstown Theater was one of the most profound moments of Kathy’s career Learning from Faith Ford, Kelly Ripa, and Ted McGinely while guest starring on Hope and Faith, the first multi camera sitcom Kathy has worked on An appeal to the Comedy Gods to get Tina Fey on the show They joys of getting positive feedback on set from actors and crew after a take The importance of being in the moment while acting and being on set Kathy tells us how a bird’s stray BM on the set of Baby Momma got Tina Fey and Amy Poehler laughing with her, not at her Danielle and Kathy share their experiences of working together at The Actor’s Studio, and how weaving stories and roles together makes for a stronger overall show The difficulty of being “in the moment” when playing comedic roles, and finding the balance between reading the audience and focusing on the interactions on the set The importance of wardrobe and styling in returning to a familiar character Learning to hone the craft of acting by working with Anna Chlumsky and the “lucid body” technique The importance of remembering that despite anyone’s status or reputation, that we’re all human beings Kathy’s goals as an actor, and why philanthropy is so important to her Why perseverance and longevity is such an important factor in building a career in acting The dangers of the “compare and despair” pitfall that’s so prevalent, especially with social media Plus, since Elsie is on jury duty, everyone shares the strangest thing that happened to them this week! The post Actress and Comedian Kathy Searle – More Laughs Per Second appeared first on Funny People Talking Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thankless giving, no tipping, when old Star Trek becomes new, the fear of gum, admiring Oprah, launching a career from Vine, a Latina voice, when Brussel sprouts meet air, and an improv game that makes press conferences moody. Mika Kenyah (@mikakenyah), Sr. Marketer in Gaming & Tech, Writer, Director & Horror Fanatic, podcaster, actress, and comedian, joins hosts Marc Raco (@racomarc), Danielle Beckmann (@deebeck) and producer Elsie (@elsietheproducer) in the MouthMedia Network studio powered by Sennheiser. In this episode: A cola challenge Zoom and Jolt Cola Danielle is a birder The Tine Fey Appeal What the “E” in Chuck E. Cheese stands for Thankless giving Tipping in restaurants that don’t require service Restaurant jobs and smelling like french fries Discovering new episodes of Star Trek! The Moody News – sex robots for birds, throwing baby out with the bathwater, Nicole Kidman, and more The fear of gum How Mika is connected with Oprah in the cosmos Being a comedy writer, content creator, and marketer in video games Starting a career from Vine Posting 6-second movie parodies (and getting paid!) Living “out there” A focus on horror Mika’s new podcast and horror short film A Latina voice and empowering women in creative roles End of Show Food gets a rare 3 out of 4 perfect scores! The post Mika Kenyah – The Tattooed Oprah? appeared first on Funny People Talking Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marc and Danielle share the original test recording for a reboot of “Monkey Radio with Marc” (sans Elsie), which eventually became “Funny People Talking” more than year later. How bad (or fun) could it be? Marc Raco (@racomarc) and Danielle Beckmann (@deebeck) record for the first time together in the MouthMedia Network studio powered by Sennheiser. In this episode: A union for subway beggars? Why Vulcan ears can earn trust on a date Getting to know Danielle, joy rockets, and Jillian Richardsons’s “The Joy List” Giving value to humans Being a nerd and discovering a mutual love of Star Trek The new Star Trek show Star Trek Discovery and Marc’s birthday Being from California The New York factor and walking with purpose 21 Rapid Fire Questions The Listerine guy on the subway A Kate Mulgrew moment Near misses with Tina Fey Being authentic in everything you do A round of the improv game “The Meh News” coverts toothbrushing and ant-frying The sentiment of the “hump day” The post The Unaired Monkey Radio Reboot Pilot – 20 Fluorescent Band-Aids appeared first on Funny People Talking Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A game of redemption, Kevin Bacon, the Green Lady, tweeting with Shatner, #DAILYDANCEITOUT, the life of a Broadway actor, and something surprisingly spicy. Plus, an improv game funds silver linings in anything. “Triple threat” entertainer Phillip Attmore (@phillipattmore – three-time Astaire Award winner, ACCA Award winner, Playbill “Breakout Performance” Award winner and NAACP Theatre Award nominee, and he has been recognized by the sixth season of Fox’s “So You Think You Can Dance” as one of America’s “Top 20” dancers), joins hosts Marc Raco (@racomarc), Danielle Beckmann (@deebeck) and producer Elsie (@elsietheproducer) in the MouthMedia Network studio powered by Sennheiser. In this episode: Danielle fills us in on a new game she’s been playing which leads to some startling ocean facts from Elsie Marc recounts the latest update in his digital dealings with William Shatner The gang figures out how many degrees from Kevin Bacon they are Danielle fills everyone in on the Green Lady, her local Brooklyn celebrity A round of Silver Lining improv Phillip discusses the importance of storytelling and honing your craft offstage What being a visionary means to Phillip #dailydanceitout and why creating something daily is important The difference between approaching acting as a commercial/ professional path versus acting for the sake of acting Knowing when to take a break, when to reflect, and when to take work for the sake of it Edinburgh Fringe Festival, and the need to take time to act and express in ways that may not be commercially acceptable The moment Phillip felt like he had achieved something with his craft Shuffle Along, and working with Audra McDonald, Brian Stokes Mitchell, and Billy Porter Facing the “golden handcuffs” of a long-running Broadway production, and knowing when it is or isn’t the right time to step away for your own integrity, and how risky that can be The physical demands of the roles Phillip has played, and how he stays healthy and inspired The etymology of “break a leg” Plus, Elsie surprises everyone with some spicy End of Show Food! The post Triple Threat Broadway Actor Phillip Attmore – Break Legs! appeared first on Funny People Talking Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bumping Bill Pullman, Pictionary with Ron Howard, being a cartoon, banana bread and winning a Grammy, Linda Perry in an elevator, too many Pixie Sticks, a new MIDI, and surprise jerky! Plus a new improv game with musical break-ups! Lucy Kalantari (@lucytoon), 2019 Grammy Winner (Lucy Kalantari and The Jazz Cats – Best Children’s Album), joins hosts Marc Raco (@racomarc), Danielle Beckmann (@deebeck) and producer Elsie (@elsietheproducer) in the MouthMedia Network studio powered by Sennheiser. In this episode: Danielle’s new “side gig” with too many Pixie Sticks? A music-themed nerd tip of the week that will either mean a lot or very little to people with a love for synthesizers Marc shares how he and Lucy first met, and the role she played in his proposal to his fiancee The perils of working on a laptop on the subway, and the general lack of awareness of personal space we encounter on our daily life Danielle shares a story of how a friend bumped into Bill Pullman on the train and how working a toy fair at the Javitz Center led to playing Pictionary with Ron Howard A round of our new improv game, “Musical Breakup,” where two people since their way through a parting of ways in conflicting musical styles Lucy’s love for cartoons and why having the twitter handle @lucytoon helps her keep things light on social media The experience of being nominated for, and ultimately winning, a Grammy for best children’s album The happy coincidence where Lucy learned about her Grammy nomination on her son Darius’ birthday All that goes into receiving a Grammy, from finding out you’ve been nominated the same way everyone finds out who the nominees are, to figuring out what to wear, to making through the junkets in time to receiving your trophy with 15 minutes to spare, and hearing the walk off music play during your speech What it was like sharing such a career milestone with her son on stage next to her Meeting Linda Perry and Fantastic Negrito at the Grammys How winning a Grammy has solidified Lucy’s sense of community as a musician and performer The evolution of Lucy’s relationship with her album “All The Sounds,” from the moments of inspiration for the songs to now after the album has been so well received The themes behind the album, and how her approach with songwriting went for a more realistic and somewhat darker approach compared to her earlier albums like “Pockets Full of Joy” Revising “All The Sounds” after winning the Grammy and finding satisfaction in accomplishing what she set out to create Plus, Elsie surprises everyone with a type of jerky that’s healthier than anyone would expect! The post Grammy Winner Lucy Kalantari – The Answer is Yes appeared first on Funny People Talking Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liquid cats, ferrets, loving horror, healing with comedy, dissecting New York accents, good vs. bad crowds in comedy and dealing with hecklers, and feeling like you’ve made it. Plus an improv game that puts the players in charge of the world, and a possibly perfect marshmallow treat. Fast-rising actress, stand-up comedian and writer Gina Brillon (@gbrillon) , guests with hosts Marc Raco (@racomarc), Danielle Beckmann (@deebeck) and producer Elsie (@elsietheproducer) in the MouthMedia Network studio powered by Sennheiser. Find Gina at www.ginabrillon.net . In this episode: Danielle shares some helpful tips for anyone who works a 9-5 desk job Marc brings in some weird science to the group, are cats solid or liquid? Is .999999 equal to 1? Is math broken? Some long-misheard song lyrics, and our tendency as a society to shorten things excessively A round of our new improv game, “If I Were In Charge of the World,” where we take turns solving everyday problems in big ways A (very brief) look into Elsie’s world, which involves an ill-advised pet playdate that also involves Gina and her pet ferrets The joys and pains of being a ferret, and dog, and cat owner Some of Gina’s favorite horror movies and TV shows, like V, Beast Master, and the Puppet Master series The need for true passion and commitment to make it as a comedian What draw Gina to comedy as a young child, and how comedy can help us heal in rough times A quick rundown of the difference between accents in the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Queens What inspires Gina’s material and the importance of using comedy to bring people from different backgrounds together The types of mentalities that make for a good crowd vs. a bad crowd How Gina deal with hecklers, and why it’s unfair for some comedy clubs to expect the comics to deal with people interrupting their act instead of policing their own rooms Two moments in Gina’s career that felt like she had made it as a professional comedian Plus, Elsie brings in some marshmallow-y surprises for this episode’s end of show food which approach perfection! The post Comedian Gina Brillon – Up and Come and Gonna Do Some More appeared first on Funny People Talking Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Robotic sex, Alysia’s new film “Egg”, becoming and being “Fig” on Orange Is the New Black”, inhabiting a role and finding the comedy, returning to the same character with each new season, why producing roles is so important, and a tootsie roll you can drink? Plus an improv game makes new movies out of old one with “Recycled Movie Pitch”! Actress/Producer Alysia Reiner (@alysiareiner) guests with hosts Marc Raco (@racomarc), Danielle Beckmann (@deebeck) and producer Elsie (@elsietheproducer) in the MouthMedia Network studio powered by Sennheiser. Recorded in front of a live audience. Alysia is best known as “Fig”” on ORANGE IS THE NEW BLACK for which she won a SAG award. Her dark-comedic feature about motherhood, EGG, premiered at Tribeca film festival 2018, and was released in January 2019. Reiner stars with Christina Hendricks and Anna Camp, and serves as a producer. She is passionately committed to protecting the environment (see livariclothing.com) and being a change maker for women. In this episode: Danielle shares some nerd tips for anyone looking for an agreeable (robotic) date The case at CES this past year where a robotic sex toy had its award for innovation revoked for being “immoral,” and the gender biases in that industry Alysia’s new film, “Egg” The film’s 70% female cast and crew The approach they took to produce the film much like a play, following the script closely and shooting in a manner that allowed for longer takes The challenges as an actor and producer to prepare for shooting a film in this way A round of “Recycled Movie Pitch,” where we combine two movies that are in no way connected, and have to pitch that hypothetical film Alysia’s experience playing Fig on Orange Is the New Black, and navigating her character’s dramatic arc over the course of the show How Alysia’s personality and work ethic on set may have influenced her character’s arc from a stereotypically mean character to one with more depth Alysia’s belief that most people truly believe that they are doing their best and are trying to be a source of good, even if they may seem bad to others, and how that influenced her portrayal of Fig Staying true to a character’s role in the story or the specific scene, rather than trying to be funny or to steal scenes to show off your ability Alysia’s respect for comedians and comedy and why she’s still intimidated working with comedians she’s worked with for years The challenges of returning to a character like Fig each season after months of working on other projects and other characters How the makeup and costume design for Fig help her get in character, and which pieces Alysia would take home if she could Why Alysia takes pride in being called a character actor How Alysia’s notoriety has turned her daughter off from acting Why producing roles are so important to Alysia as a way of supporting more women working in the industry Plus, Elsie brings in a very bizarre seltzer for end of show food! The post Alysia Reiner – “OITNB” and “Egg” Actress – #FIGALICIOUS appeared first on Funny People Talking Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Star Trek history and swag, furries, jealousy, a professional fluffer, growing up into comedy, Kris Jenner, a Food Network victory, and why it is OK to curse. Plus, an improv game allows reporting something from nothing on TV news. Sam Jones (@therealsamjones), copywriter, comedy writer, and the director and star of At Home with Sam Jones; a Funny or Die comedy channel, guests with hosts Marc Raco (@racomarc), Danielle Beckmann (@deebeck) and producer Elsie (@elsietheproducer) in the MouthMedia Network studio powered by Sennheiser. In this episode: Danielle’s nerd tip of the week turns into a deep dive into the history of Star Trek Marc’s accidental run-in with a furry convention in his hotel’s convention center, and the ways social media has exposed us to all sorts of ways we let our freak flags fly and get through the day from ASMR to true crime podcasts to shark attack videos Reality TV and the pleasure we take from watching people we don’t know go through the ups and downs of unscripted life Learning to push through feeling jealousy when seeing other succeed (or pleasure when people fail) and being your own cheerleader instead of dwelling on negativity A round of “Meh News,” where someone announces uneventful events as if they were thrilling breaking news Why Sam calls herself a “professional fluffer” (just not in the porn sense), as a writer/comedian who works in a variety of mediums How Sam’s childhood (and present) relationships have influenced her comedically and serve as a basis for the show she’s scripting based on her life called Indecent Exposure Why Sam prefers writing over standup, and why she feels the stories she tells may translate better to that medium How taking improv classes have changed Sam’s comfort with performing her own material Sam’s process doing copyediting for brands, looking to find comedy through truth and authenticity to connect with viewers rather than alienating people by showing unrealistic ideals Why some celebrities who have not accomplished anything other than being aspirations of wealth are seen as influencers, when there are everyday people with more to offer Appreciating the marketing genius of Kris Jenner Sam’s victory on a Food Network competition where two comedians (who can’t cook) compete to make Hanukkah donuts from scratch How comedy and media should be uplifting and inspiring, and why Sam wants to be someone whose works makes people feel good The importance of accepting the good and the bad aspects of life, and why it’s okay to curse (just maybe not around kids) Star Trek: Discovery, and the backlash regarding the decision to only stream through CBS All Access Marc impresses Danielle with some of his Trek swag Plus, Elsie brings in another surprise for our end of show food! The post Comedian Sam Jones – Raising the Collective Vibe appeared first on Funny People Talking Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Budgeting, Lindsay Lohan, reality TV, managing expectations in an entertainment career, a liquid surprise, socks, and an epic story on failing and succeeding for Martin Scorsese. Plus, an improv comedy game ranges from Nicole Kidman to Marvin the Martian, and much more! Actor Ato Essandoh (The Code, Elementary, Blue Bloods, Vinyl, Altered Carbon, Copper – @atoessandoh) guests with hosts Marc Raco (@racomarc), Danielle Beckmann (@deebeck) and producer Elsie (@elsietheproducer) in the MouthMedia Network studio powered by Sennheiser. In this episode: Ato fills us in on his role in an upcoming CBS primetime drama, “The Code” Danielle shares some nerdy finance tips for budgeting Marc recounts his painful viewing experience with Lindsay Lohan’s Beach Club, and the bizarre allure of reality TV Marc and Danielle share their own appearances on some reality TV shows Learning the hard way not to rest your hopes on every role you land A round of “The Big Announcement”, a new game where it’s all in the delivery Ato’s path from working smaller roles in shows like Elementary to roles on Vinyl, Altered Carbon, all leading to being cast on The Code How Ato’s work got him noticed by an executive producer to get on the shortlist The reality of being a working actor in primetime TV Remembering what the job really is when you’re auditioning The importance of confidence and composure What Ato’s goals are for his career The road from Ato’s audition to landing the role and playing guitar on Vinyl in front of Martin Scorsese Plus, Elsie surprises everyone with a liquid edition of End of Show Food The post Actor Ato Essandoh of CBS’s “The Code” – Shredding for Scorsese appeared first on Funny People Talking Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stolen fonts, Dungeons and Dragons, the dark side of the NYC subway, furries, an anonymous scribbler with 99k followers, and root beer meets chocolate? Plus, a new improv game allows you to justify anything. Nicole Monente, the creative mind behind the popular observational humor cartoon series Scribbles by Nicole (@scribblesbynicole), guests with hosts Marc Raco (@racomarc), Danielle Beckmann (@deebeck) and producer Elsie (@elsietheproducer) in the MouthMedia Network studio powered by Sennheiser. In this episode: Danielle gets nerdy about fonts and D&D Marc and the crew wonder if costume shops cater to furries as well as Times Square character impersonators The dark side of the NYC subway system The debut of the new improv game “Justify This!” includes a beat-up ice cream truck, a social media campaign for leopards, an awards show fashion protest, and a sandwich shop firing How and why Nicole started Scribbles Building a following on Instagram with your art Finding inspiration in everyday moments How Scribbles has helped Nicole in her daily life The ways Nicole has monetized her work Why Nicole started Scribbles anonymously and how she made the decision to take ownership of her work How Instagram lets Nicole interact with fans all over the world Resisting the urge to let Instagram post insights on posts drive Nicole’s creative inspiration And Elsie brings in another surprising chocolatey surprise in this week’s End of Show Food! The post Nicole Monente of Scribbles by Nicole – Justify the Font appeared first on Funny People Talking Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The journey and drive of a stand-up comedian, nerd dating, fun socks, expensive Uber rides, and biopics. Plus, an improv comedy game discovers last words of celebrities moments before the meteor hits. Comedian, writer and actor Mark Normand (@marknormand), who also cot-hosts the podcast “Tuesdays with Stories“, guests with hosts Marc Raco (@racomarc), Danielle Beckmann (@deebeck) and producer Elsie (@elsietheproducer) in the MouthMedia Network studio powered by Sennheiser. In this episode: Obscure nerd dating sites Comic vs. Comedian Is Comedienne an archaic term? Upcoming biopics Uncomfortable (and expensive) Uber rides A round of “What’s on Elsie’s Socks?” The debut and finale of “Famous Last Words”! What drives Mark’s passion for comedy and his career goals The division of standup, improv, and acting Comedy as a way of connecting with people Comedy as a meritocracy and the “necktie” theory The pains and gains of writing material What makes a joke work or not work Elsie brings in a sour End of Show Food! The post Mark Normand – The Necktie Theory appeared first on Funny People Talking Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A firefighting wrestler gets married to a stranger on a TV show, a friendship starts with a broken bottle over the head, a spooky prediction on the subway, the reality of being a reality star, a Kardashian who matters, an epic marriage proposal, a cat saxophonist, pickles. Plus, an improv comedy game creates a brand new wacky reality TV show, and much more! Jason Carrion (@bklynbad), star of the Lifetime reality TV series “Married at First Sight”, professional wrestler, and FDNY Firefighter, guests with hosts Marc Raco (@racomarc), Danielle Beckmann (@deebeck) and producer Elsie (@elsietheproducer) in the MouthMedia Network studio powered by Sennheiser. In this episode: Salsa vs. salsa Rick and Morty origins related to Marty McFly? Marc gets spooked by a guy in the subway Finding friends who ghost you A fight and a broken bottle result in a friendship Married at First Sight Reality shows A round of the improv game of What If brings DeVito, Schwarzenegger, a new kind of reality show, Last Comic standing in Home Depot, knock-knock jokes and Carl gets a Wife The decision to do a reality show in which you get married to a stranger, a rough few months of marriage, the strain of becoming a firefighter, a wrestling alter ego Losing a mom and sharing her art The reality of being a reality star Angie Kardashian, an American hero after 9/11 Marc tells the story of his epic marriage proposal Elsie on her jazz band and the sax-playing cat End of Show Food gets the gang into a pickle The post Jason Carrion – A Reality Star, A Wrestler, and a Fireman Walk Into a Bar… appeared first on Funny People Talking Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A former ballet dancer survives a devastating car accident, chooses a new career path, realizes her strong passion for bacon, and becomes a professional writer (and eater). Plus, improv comedy, a song, a dream about Pee Wee Herman, matcha, and much more… Dara Pollak (@skinnypignyc), founder of The Skinny Pig (a social media, marketing, and branding consultant for hospitality groups and restaurants around the country, as well as a recipe developer for national brands), guests with hosts Marc Raco (@racomarc), Danielle Beckmann (@deebeck) and producer Elsie (@elsietheproducer) in the MouthMedia Network studio powered by Sennheiser. In this episode: Real trained squirrels with Johnny Depp, and the Squirrel Actor’s Guild Advertising that is pushing the envelope, as enough businesses and people that are deciding a new reality of advertising Fighting in public A Medieval festival Star Trek Vodka! Everyone’s mixed-up dreams Dream analysis The epic Pee Wee Herman dream A horrible accident changing Dara’s life path and earns her the nickname “Superwoman” Creating The Skinny Pig brand Everything bacon! The United States of Bacon song How food connected with Dara A ghost pepper chicken wing What restaurants are doing wrong with their food La Pecora Bianca, Flex Mussels, and ROKC restaurants An hilarious round of the improv game “Audible” involves Tom Cruise, piranhas, and foie gras, and the worst Thanksgiving ever Plus, Matcha makes an appearance in End of Show Food The post Dara Pollak of The Skinny Pig – Tastes Like Space appeared first on Funny People Talking Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From a near death experience to millions of followers, a career in Hollywood, and sold out venues—plus improv comedy, music, and surprises… Klarity (@klarity — a.k.a. Greg Davis Jr.), comedian, actor, producer, and global social media powerhouse, guests with hosts Marc Raco (@racomarc), Danielle Beckmann (@deebeck) and producer Elsie (@elsietheproducer) in front of a live audience. Special musical appearance by accomplished guitarist Stephen Benson. Presented with the support of GIVZ and Smashmallow. Special thanks to John Di Domenico. In this episode: How Klarity amassed such a following on Vine and Instagram Some nerd tips from Danielle to help survive gaming with family this holiday season A round of “What Would Arnold Do?” Some uncomfortable MTA experiences The many differences between New York and LA Whether or not it’s okay to mix your cereals Everyone makes up some songs on the fly in a round of “Mish Mosh Mix” Klarity shares his influences, how he found his calling, and what dramatic incident inspired him to move to LA Why Klarity’s mom is his biggest inspiration as a performer The inaugural round of “Rollercoaster Argument” Elsie picks a winner with the first “End of Show Food”, sponsored by Smashmallow! The post Klarity – The First Episode – The Power Rangers vs. Lucille Ball appeared first on Funny People Talking Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.