Join me was I interview good friend and comic/pro wrestler Jay Washington. He's done a lot of both and his stories of the road in both industries are pretty neat to hear. Follow him on Twitter/Instagram @MrJayWashington and me on both @earlskakel. You can also follow him at www.jaywashington.com

A professional wrestler turned stand -up comedian, Jay Washington’s antics during wrestling promo’s and in-ring interviews, made it almost natural for him to make the transition from the squared circle to the stage.

Jay first hit the stage at Chicago’s famous Checkerboard Lounge during their “Too Much Talent Tuesday’s” showcase. He has competed in a variety of local and national competitions, including being hand picked to compete for Comedy Central‘s “UP NEXT“ Talent Search.

Jay‘s performed in various comedy festivals and has worked in a various comedy clubs and venues around the country. With quick wit, high energy, lovable personality, and size it makes him not only impressionable but also very memorable.

Jay Washington,has begun making a major name for himself as he has performed at, created and host monthly events, including “Laughing Insanity“, at the world famous Laugh Factory in Chicago. Jay has traveled the country headlining and featuring on various stages at comedy clubs and venues.

Jay has opened the stage and performed with the likes of Tony Rock, Tommy Davidson, Lil‘ Rel, Robert Kelly, Adam Ferrara, Dante Nero, Leon Rogers, Loni Love, Mark "Skippy" Price, Rodney Perry and Rain Pryor just to name a few. He has also been featured on various podcasts, seen in the NEW TD Bank (Eastern Seaboard) commercials, radio shows and host of a Internet Radio show “Educated Insanity” heard Wednesdays on www.chicagolandsportsradio.com