If you ask any working veteran American stand-up which manager, or coach helped shape their career the most, the names Steve and Barb North will grace their lips with a smile. We spoke earlier with Barb North, but now Steve is up at bat. Mr. North, easily recognizable in his captain's cap looks like everyone's favorite uncle, or a member of a Captain and Tenille cover act. This guy has worked as a writer on legendary television from the 1980s until this very day. If it made you laugh on Networks, there is a very big chance Steve was the reason why. And, if there is a comedian who has blown you away, there is a big chance Steve was part of the comedian's growth. Aunty loves Steve North, and she bets you will, too.

Steve North

Website for Coaching: https://funnycoach.com/

Website for Booking: https://comedynorth.com/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/Stevenorththecomedycoach/

GoodReads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/4596576.Steve_North

California native, Jon Enge isn't merely a comedic improvisational actor. He is one of the best and brightest improv actors in all of improv-dom. From his dungeon and dragons' youth to his very popular Renaissance Faire performances, Jon doesn't only entertain the audience, he pours them into his moments of genius and lets them ride along with him. He is also an astute screenwriter, actor, and his YouTube videos as The Dungeoneer are some of the best D&D focused pieces you will ever find. Join Aunty as she gabs and gossips with one of her favourite earthbound stars, Jon Enge.

Jon Enge

Website: https://jonenge.wordpress.com/

Web2 https://engejon.wixsite.com/jonenge/writing

Interview: Script Magazine: https://scriptmag.com/interviews-features/where-genre-has-no-limits-spotlight-on-jon-enge

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-enge-93728b31/

IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2544411/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/jon.enge

IG: https://www.instagram.com/enge.jon/

Poxy Boggards: 

https://poxyboggards.com/

Jon's YouTubes: 

https://www.youtube.com/c/jonenge

https://www.youtube.com/@MarsRisingFilms

https://www.youtube.com/@DungeoneerShow

Don't let his fancy good looks blind you, Justin Shane, aka Neon Scarab is a digital artist, animator, monologuist, musician, and just all out interesting step into the art world. His humility belies an incredible skillset. He could be part Thomas Dolby and Rothko blended with R. Crumb. Check out this interview with him, and see if you don't get inspired to create more in your world, too.

Justin Shane

FB: https://www.facebook.com/xjustinshanex

Reel: Static in the Soul https://www.facebook.com/reel/1701916897142794

IG: https://www.instagram.com/ascarabsjourney/

YouTube: https://youtube.com/@scarabsjourney

Patreon https://patreon.com/scarabtv

Bandcamp https://asascarabsjourney.bandcamp.com/album/now-thats-what-i-call-signal-vol1

A Scarabs Journey FB : https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576604847032

He could have been the next Alex Ross, with his incredible artistic skills. He could have been the biggest Mad Man in the business. He probably could have been the next Robin Williams if he put his mind to it. There is NOTHING that Mitch Hallock isn't good at when he wants to do something. One of those things is owning and running his own Comic-Cons. Not just one, but two are under his watchful purview and those of us who love comics, games, and all nerdy art are better for it. Join Aunty as she learns about another New Englander who helps shape the land of the comic fan... Mitch Hallock. 

Mitch Hallock:

Website: http://www.bigfedoramarketing.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mitchell.hallock/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/mitchhallock_kingofthenerds/

Terrificon

Website: https://www.terrificon.com/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/terrificon_ct

FB: https://www.facebook.com/terrificon/

CT GamerCon

Website: https://www.ctgamercon.com/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/ctgamercon

IG: https://www.instagram.com/ctgamercon

Aunty Sochelle's own animator and logo creator, Harlan Scroggins is this week's guest. Nepotism? NOPE! This talented artist also is a children's author, designer, Balinese dancer, and all-around amazing human. Join Aunty S as she chats with a gal that turned her grief over her beloved dog into a children's book. Harley is also the daughter of two noted artists : Shayne Hood, the stop motion and 2d animator and Michael Scroggins, a gent who helped invent art types in the 1970s. The whole family is a Calarts Success story. Take a peek into it now! Add Harley's books to your library!

Harlan Scroggins Info:

Web BOOKS: https://www.harleyscroggins.com/

Web Animation: https://harlanimation.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/harleyscroggins/

IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm6761551/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/harlanimation

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/harlanimation

IG: https://www.instagram.com/harlanimation

Her vivaciousness is apparent, and her life's work is being absolutely enthralled with the culture that is Manga. Helen McCarthy is a world renown author of THE books on the art and storytelling. Don't let her tiny stature and Irish background fool you. She can light up an entire panel of artists with her intricate details on any of their works. Helen is so well-versed on the art and tales of Manga that she gets invited to speak around the world at conventions and panels for comic art fans. Join Aunty Sochelle as she learns the ins and outs of Manga art, the differences between comics and Manga and the cultural immersion of the art of storytelling with the one and only Helen McCarthy.

Helen McCarthy

Website: https://helenmccarthy.net/

BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/helenmccarthy51.bsky.social

Helen's books are at your favorite sellers: 

https://helenmccarthy.net/books/

If you were around in the 1970s and watched any television of any kind- especially the comedic game shows that often made headlines- then you certainly know Barb North, (as well as her lovely husband Steve). Her sharp wit and comedic timing helped shape the comedic landscape. Barb also served as a booking agent, well-trusted by comedians across the United States, placing up-and-coming talent into clubs, ensuring so many of them would be adored by the public. She is, to this day, a star maker. But, with all her decades in the industry, she is FINALLY walking back into the spotlight herself. You can find Barb along with luminaries like Carole Montgomery, on stages alongside the stars she helped create. And she is fabulous! Check out this conversation that does nothing else but proves that age is just a number and comedy is timeless!

YouTube Version:

https://youtu.be/27J6ZDPkrao

Barb North's Info:

Websites:

Brook Forest Entertainment: https://comedynorth.com/

Conflict Manager: Mediate: 

https://mediate.com/mediator-profile/Barb-North/

Win-Win Training and Mediation: https://www.winwintraining.com/index.htm

Barb's Socials: 

FB: https://www.facebook.com/barb.north

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barb-north-4879567/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@lipsync342⁩ 

IG: https://www.instagram.com/north.barb/

He is practically fluid as he seems to float items above his head. There is a symmetry and poetry in his movement that could be mistaken for ballet. In fact, here is a man who is as wise in comedy as he is in the physics of juggling. That man is Michael Rayner. You have seen him in countless television shows, including That 70s Show, America's Got Talent, and even ESPN network shows. He has the face of the "every man", allowing him to blend seamlessly into commercials. But I assure you, this humble talent is far from ordinary. Join Aunty as she talks entertainment with the one and only, Michael Rayner.

Michael Rayner Info:

Hire him on his Website: https://michaelrayner.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@bjuggler⁩ 

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@broken_juggler

IG: https://www.instagram.com/brokenjuggler/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/michael.rayner

https://youtu.be/psiZmqOqvK8

He is all arts all rolled into one, and with both a naughty and a nice side- he is able to put out YA Novels, write for kids animated classic TV shows, and perform as a raunchy mime. This is Steven Banks' world and we are more than lucky to be in it. Check out this lively interview with Billy the Mime, a piece of Doctor Demento history and a guy who gave Spongebob something to say, Mr. Steven Banks!

Steven Banks:

IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0052246/

IG:  / stevenbanksbaksbanks  

FB:  / banksbanksbanks  

alt ego Billy The Mime

FB:  / mrbillythemime  

Muppet Fandom: https://muppet.fandom.com/wiki/StevenBanks

This week's a wandering tale of a good man doing good things for the good of theater. An editor leaves the world of publishing and his home city of New York to launch a theater career in his wife's homeland of Czechoslovakia. Sound like a movie? How about a play? See how Brain Callaghan brings words alive nightly at his theater in Prague. Make sure you visit the Prague Harman Street Theatre when you are in that city! This lively interview is both inspiring and downright fun. Got a dream? Make it happen!