Comedy Wham

In a special Comic Con show floor edition, Richard Goodwin sits down with two unique guests. First up is actor and comedian Brian O'Halloran, star of Clerks and a multitude of other films, and we dig into what acting and stand-up looks like in his past and future. We wrap it up with actor and musican Thomas Ian Nicholas, learning about where life is taking him with both acting and music, and what surprises he has in store for us.

Valerie Lopez digs deep with ColdTowne Theater executive director Michael Jastroch, shedding light on the beginnings of the instutition, as well as Jastroch's own growth into an improv performer.

This week, local legend John Rabon sits down with Valerie Lopez to talk about building a life in comedy in the early Austin comedy scene, personal twists and turns, and how to exploit the many opportunities available to aspiring Austin comedians today.

This week, Valerie Lopez sits down with Allison O'Conor to learn about her love and pursuit of comedy, learning from her mistakes, and her ambitious plans for the future.

Andie Flores is a prominent voice in the Austin comedy scene, with projects that sometimes the Latina community and persona, and are always insightful and creative. Flores and Valerie Lopez cover her past creations and upcoming endeavors like the web series Muy Excited.

Ryan Cownie tells us how his comedic travels from Nebraska, to Austin, to LA have helped him prepare for recording his first album. In a rare treat, we get the “real” Ryan to reveal his innermost thoughts on making a career for himself.

In her second Comedy Wham appearance, Arielle Norman dishes with Valerie Lopez about her personal and professional growth, the Austin comedy scene, and a look at past and upcoming projects.

Justin Hicks went from a casual observer of comedy to one of the most disciplined and goal-minded comics you’ll meet. That discipline has earned him a turn at Bridgetown and Out of Bounds Comedy Festivals as well as delivering the laughs around Austin.

Ariel Greenspoon talks about her early start performing on stage and how her time in New York shaped her interest in the trifecta of comedy performance – sketch, improv and standup.

Comedy, TV, and web video star Nick Rutherford sits down with Valerie Lopez to talk about his breaks in show business, what Austin means to him, and the Full Belt Buckle Experience.