Today's guest is one of the hardest-working comedians I've met in my short comedy career, Shafi Hossain! I met Shafi at the beginning of the pandemic when he would come to my open mic. I quickly realized that he is an absolute machine when it comes to stand up comedy. We talk about how he go into comedy, how he met some incredible headliners, and where his headspace is at when it comes to working hard everyday! If you like Shafi, check him out on Instagram @shafistandup and check out his comedy show @penthousecomedyshow!

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Today's guest is a very unique ceramicist(?) and artist, Lou Howard! Lou does makes some incredibly fun food-themed ceramic pieces. This episode we talk about how she got into ceramics, discuss some of the work she's done, and talk about finding things that make you happy. I had a lot of fun this episode and I hope you like it too! If you like Lou, follow her on Instagram @lemmonlou!

Happy Mother's Day, Quitters! By the time you are listening, it's already past. HOWEVER, today I am interviewing someone who is not only a mom, but a hilarious comedian, and badass hair stylist! Clap your hands for Bailey Pope! This episode we explore her punk roots in hair styling, breaking into the industry, and what it's like doing hair for Fashion Week! If you like Bailey, follow her on IG @theactualbaileypope!

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Wow this episode is amazing. This week I interviewed local business owner, Dr. V! Dr. V owns and operates Wellness Tea Therapy in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn. Wellness Tea Therapy is a tea shop, but also so much more. In this episode we talk tea, running a business, and giving back to the community! It was so much fun talking to Dr. V and I learned a lot this week. If you're in Brooklyn, absolutely stop by Wellness Tea Therapy and get a drink and relax. You can find them here:

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This week I'm talking to a very interesting person, Peter Liu! Peter is a boston comedian who has been practicing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for more than 7 years! This episode we talk about his journey in martial arts and how he got into BJJ specifically. We touch on topics like accepting defeat, getting yourself prepared for a fight, and how important discipline is in any endeavor. If you like Peter, follow him on instagram @peterliucomedy and go watch his zoom comedy show "Comics Who Showered" (link on his IG).

Today is a very special day, Quitters. I am interviewing the HILARIOUS Claire Alexander! Claire is a comedian on NYC and good friend of mine. This episode we hear about her amazing comedy origin story, how hard it was to get started in New York City, and how she put together one of the best shows in the city! We honestly could have talked for way longer, but the episode already went 30 minutes over time! I hope you enjoy it as much as I did! If you like Claire, give her a follow on Instagram @clairebearpears and come to her show @drulecomedy!

Quitters! I have a very special guest this week! I am joined by the wonderful Derek Kalteaux! Derek is a musical comedian in New York City who I originally met through his fantastic open mic, Cherry Bomb. This episode we talk about his comedy beginnings, playing in bands, his musical comedy journey, and his new podcast! If you like Derek, give him a follow on IG @kalteaux and check out his podcast Content Content!

Another day, another episode of DQYDJ. This week I am interviewing the incredibly talented Ramon Trujillo! Ramon is an artist in Denver, Colorado who makes some really amazing paintings! This episode we talk about how he started pursuing art seriously, his thoughts on comissions, and creation vs consumption. If you like Ramon, check him out on IG @ramjillio and go to his website www.ramjillio.com.

Check it out Quitters, today I'm interviewing one of the legendary members of the N.B.B., Chris Waitkus! Chris is a comedian friend of mine who has been rapping for almost 15 years! On this episode we talk about his origin story, albums, and milestones in his musical career. This is a great episode if you love people who just won't quit. If you like Chris check him out here:

SoundCloud: https://m.soundcloud.com/rickclinton

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