Funny In Failure

Annie Lumsden is an actor, writer and comedian. Her show 'This is our pilot' was nominated for best comedy at the Melbourne Fringe festival this year. She's also a UBAA grad, and member of '15 Minutes From Anywhere' theatre company and has worked with many independent companies. She's also been seen on Neighbours, Aunty Donna and the Dr Blake Murder Mysteries. In this podcast we chat about the highs and lows of working in the creative space, strong friendships, toxicity, sadness, goals, creating, drinking, sabotage, playing, freezing, judgment and dreams. Check her out on: Instagram: annielumsden Facebook: annielumsdenactor Follow @Funny in Failure on Insta and FB and @Michael_Kahan on Insta to keep up to date with the latest info.

Alex Ward is a comedian and writer who has appeared on ABC Comedy's Up-late, Audible's 2019 live stand-up series, Tonightly with Tom Ballard, Triple J's Good Az Friday and Melt Comedy Gala. She's performed all over Australia, including at Splendour In The Grass and the Melbourne comedy festival. By day Alex is a writer for Network Ten's 'The Project'. In this podcast we chat about, chasing laughs and instant responses, confidence, defining yourself as a comedian, positivity, friendships, comparisons, validation, anxiety, health, loneliness and the theme of sorry. Check her out on: Website: www.alex-ward.com.au Facebook: Alex ward comedy Instagram: wardyaknow Twitter: Alex M ward Follow @Funny in Failure on Insta and FB and @Michael_Kahan on Insta to keep up to date with the latest info.

Sam Newman is an ex Australian rules football player, a journalist, critic, speaker, podcaster, social media, radio and tv personality. He was also presenter on both the hugely successful AFL Footy Show and The Sunday Footy Show which has won multiple Logies. In this podcast we chat about, success, confidence, live TV, being suspended, being an introvert, critics, friendships, controversy, Adam Goodes, morals, drinking and PC culture plus a lot more. Check him out on: TWITTER: Origsmartassam INSTAGRAM: originalsmartassam FACEBOOK: SmartASSam Follow @Funny in Failure on Insta and FB and @Michael_Kahan on Insta to keep up to date with the latest info.

Mike Goldstein is an American born comedian, writer and podcaster who now resides in Melbourne. He also co-host the hilarious, 'The Phone Hacks' podcast (available on most platforms) He's toured all over Australia and America, and has performed to sell-out crowds throughout South East Asia, South Africa and the UK. He has also supported comedy heavyweights such as Stephen Merchant and Doug Stanhope. He's won heaps of awards and has appeared in an impressive array of TV shows such as Melbourne's Champagne Comedy TV Special, the Rove Daily web-site, ABC comedy, Tonightly with Tom Ballard and Triple J's radio show J-Arts. In this podcast we chat about, his lawyer days, responsibility, motivation, bombing and bad gigs, comparison, failed pilots, mental health and social media, online trolls and plenty more. Check him out on: Facebook: MikeGoldsteinComedy Instagram: comedymikegoldstein Twitter: MikeGStein Follow @Funny in Failure on Insta and FB and @Michael_Kahan on Insta to keep up to date with the latest info.

Aaron Gocs is a writer, actor and stand-up comedian. He's had his own series on Comedy Central, called Gocsys Classics, played roles in a number of Australian comedies including The Merger, True Story with Hamish & Andy and ABC TV's Ronny Chieng: International Student. He's also worked with VICE, Triple J and also performed at the top comedy clubs and festivals all around Australia. In this podcast we talk about stress, hardships, pain and suffering, divorce, family, creativity, self-talk, backing yourself and growth. Check him out on: Facebook: @AronGocs Instagram: @aarongocs Twitter: @AaronGocs Website: www.thejunkyard.com.au/aaron-gocs Follow @Funny in Failure on Insta and FB and @Michael_Kahan on Insta to keep up to date with the latest info.

Nick Capper is a stand up comedian and a podcast veteran with his own podcast called THE PHONE HACKS PODCAST. He's just finished filming his stand-up special, performed on COMEDY UP LATE on ABC TV, GOCSYS CLASSICS on COMEDY CENTRAl and been heard on TRIPLE J. He's also toured all over Australia including at the Sydney, Adelaide and Melbourne comedy festivals. In this podcast we talk about defining yourself, chasing laughs, insecurities, resilience, alcohol, health, breakups, education and taking control of your life. Check him out on: Website: www.nickcapper.com Facebook: nickcapper Instagram: capperflapper His podcast THE PHONE HACKS PODCAST IS on all major podcast platforms. Follow @Funny in Failure on Insta and FB and @Michael_Kahan on Insta to keep up to date with the latest info.

Lena Moon is a director, writer, comedian, improviser and actor. Lena has been involved with 'Woah Alyssa', 'Aunty Donna' and 'The Leak'. Her show 'This is our pilot' was nominated for best comedy at the Melbourne Fringe Festival this year. She performs regularly for the popular improv team 'Heralayan Salt Lamps'. She also has a master's degree in screen writing, and has performed at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival and The Melbourne Fringe Festival. In this podcast we chat about a wide range of subjects including family tragedy, collaboration, jealously, coming out, defining yourself, fear, cults, weirdness, self destruction, trust, friendships, grief and suffering. To keep up to date with Lena, check her out on: Website: www.lenamooncreates.com Instagram: lenaimoon Twitter: iwinatawesome Follow @Funny in Failure on Insta and FB and @Michael_Kahan on Insta to keep up to date with the latest info.

Maz Jobrani is an Iranian- American comedian, podcaster, writer, film maker, philanthropist, speaker and actor. He was most recently seen playing the loveable "Fawz" on the CBS comedy SUPERIOR DONUTS as a series regular. He can often be seen on television's most popular shows such as GREY'S ANATOMY, CURB YOUR ENTHUSIASM, THE DETOUR, LAST MAN STANDING, and SHAMELESS. Maz starred as the title character in the award-winning indie comedy, JIMMY VESTVOOD: AMERIKAN HERO, a feature which he co-wrote and co-produced . He has also co-starred in many films, including Sydney Pollack's THE INTERPRETER, Disney's DESCENDANTS and Ice Cube's FRIDAY AFTER NEXT. Maz has an original NETFLIX standup special called IMMIGRANT and has released 3 additional solo specials on SHOWTIME. He was a founding member of THE AXIS OF EVIL comedy tour, is regular panelist on NPR's WAIT WAIT DONT TELL ME and has given not one but two TED talks! In 2016, he performed at the WHITE HOUSE where given the honour of introducing the first lady, Michelle Obama. He has an LA Times Best Selling Book, I'M NOT A TERRORIST BUT I'VE PLAYED ONE ON TV and hosts his own podcast BACK TO SCHOOL with Maz Jobrani. As executive producer, he was involved in a documentary called EVERYTHING MUST CHANGE, which is about his sister's battle with breast cancer which is currently available on iTunes. In this podcast we talk about baldness, upbringing, parental influences, rejection, grief, confidence, risks, nerves and invincibility. To find out more check him out on: Twitter/ FB/ Insta : MazJobran Website: www.mazjobrani.com EVERYTHING MUST CHANGE https://itunes.apple.com/us/movie/everything-must-change/id1292170591 Follow @Funny in Failure on Insta and FB and @Michael_Kahan on Insta to keep up to date with the latest info.

Michael Shafar is a stand-up comedian and writer for the Channel 10's The Project. He was a Raw finalist and he has performed at massive events such as the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, performed around Australia, New Zealand, Asia, the US and even on International Waters. He also hosted Channel 31's satirical news show, The Leak, and developed the viral sensation, Round Squares. He has also be seen and heard on SBS's RAW Comedy, ABC's Comedy Bites and Triple j's Good Az Friday. In this podcast we chat about comparison, expectations, his lawyer days, collaboration, cancer, vulnerability, honesty and fear. Check him out on: Website: www.michaelshafar.com Facebook/ twitter: michaelshafar Instagram: michael.shafar Follow @Funny in Failure on Insta and FB and @Michael_Kahan on Insta to keep up to date with the latest info.

Sonia Di Iorio is a writer, actor, TV presenter and stand up comedian. She's also a writer for Channel Ten's, 'The Project', was the winner of Spleen comic of the year and has appeared live on the Bowen. She's performed at top comedy events and festivals in Australia such as 'Melbourne Fringe', 'Splendour in the Grass' and 'The Melbourne International Comedy Festival'. In this podcast we talk about failure, comedy as a profession, proving yourself, comparing, resilience, the big picture, bad dates, bad gigs and creativity. Check her out on: Facebook: soniadii.comedy Instagram: soniadsees Follow @Funny in Failure on Insta and FB and @Michael_Kahan on Insta to keep up to date with the latest info.