Funny In Failure

Luke Kidgell is one of the biggest comedy entertainers in Australia. He is a stand-up comedian, youtuber, actor, podcaster and a radio presenter who is Co-Host of Luke & Lewis on Fox101.9 . Luke's "you don't own me" videos have gotten over half a billion views, where he humorously disobeys societal norms. He is also the host of the autobiographical podcast Memoirs of a White Guy. In this podcast we talk about, offensive jokes and PC culture, hustle, negativity, death threats, the weirdness of being a comedian, being yourself, hecklers, motivation, positive mindset , self-belief and so much more. In September he will be releasing his first comedy special so stay tuned. If you want to keep up to date with Luke, check him out on: Website: www.lukekidgell.com Twitter: luke_kidgell Instagram: lukekidgell Facebook: luke.kidgell Follow @Funny in Failure on Insta and FB and @Michael_Kahan on Insta to keep up to date with the latest info.

Cool and Smart are a comedy duo featuring Barney Pollock and Matt Young. Barney, is an actor, writer and comedian from Perth. He graduated from the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA) in 2015 with a Bachelor of Performing Arts. He has toured with the Spare Parts Puppet Theatre, has worked as a voice-over artist and director, and has experience in theatre and at improv. Matt is an actor, writer and comedian from Tasmania. He is an experienced stand-up comedian who has also worked for the student community television production house RMITV for a number of years, appearing as a regular correspondent for the news satire show 'The Leak' and as a frequent panellist on a program called 'Quiz Night'. In 2017 he appeared at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival with his own solo show called 'I Quit. They both perform regularly at the improv conspiracy in Melbourne under the house name [email protected]. In this podcast we talk about trust, vulnerability, drugs, authenticity, creative collaboration, improvising, creative process , partnership, and even having to deal with the feelings of when someone walks out during a show. Check them out on: fb/ insta @coolsmartbois Follow @Funny in Failure on Insta and FB and @Michael_Kahan on Insta to keep up to date with the latest info.

Liz Miele started doing stand-up at the young age of 16 in New York City. At 18, she was profiled in The New Yorker Magazine, at 22 she appeared on Comedy Central's "Live at Gotham." She recently appeared on Comedy Central's "This Week at the Comedy Cellar," NPR's "Wait Wait Don't Tell Me," Hulu's "Coming To The Stage," AXS TV's "Gotham Comedy Live," and was profiled in the March 2015 issue of Runner's World. She's completed several tours with the "Nobodies of Comedy" and Armed Forces Entertainment. She has also performed on a book tour for Chris McDougall, author of "Born to Run." Her joke "Feminist Sex Positions" went viral both on YouTube and Upworthy.com. She has written and produced season one of her animated web series "Damaged,". She also co-produced and co-starred in 40 episodes of a web series called "Apt C3". Liz recently released her debut comedy album, "Emotionally Exhausting" on iTunes and Amazon. In this podcast, we talk about a wide range of important issues she has had to cope with, including anxiety, her challenges with being dyslexic, the need to surround herself with strong support systems, the importance of therapy and her journey of working at self awareness. If you'd like to keep up to date with Liz check her out on: Website: www.lizmiele.com Facebook: lizmielecomedy Instagram/ Twitter: Lizmiele Follow @Funny in Failure on Insta and FB and @Michael_Kahan on Insta to keep up to date with the latest info.

Dave Lawson is a TV and radio personality, a writer, comedian and an actor. He's also appeared in the iconic Toyota memorable moments series, and has been the host of a variety of TV shows, in particular a S'Arvo, Camp Orange and various other nickelodeon ones. He is also the host of the web series, "Dave Shed Show" which has featured some of the biggest names in Australia (including Stephen Curry, Hamish Blake, Andy Lee, Ryan Shelton, Peter Helliar & John Safran). You may also recognise him as Scott from the multi Award-winning Australian television comedy series "Utopia". In this podcast we talk about Imposter syndrome, anxiety about the future, fear of failure, negativity, and the importance of passion and positivity. If you'd like to know more about Dave or keep up to date with him, check out his insta page: thedbag Follow @Funny in Failure on Insta and FB and @Michael_Kahan on Insta to keep up to date with the latest info.

Julia Hladkowictz is a comedian, actor, writer and food blogger from Canada. She has appeared on Comedy Network, Much Music's Video on Trial, MTV, YTV, PBS, Conan, Kevin Hart's LOL network and on SiriusXM. Julia has also toured all over North America performing at clubs and at multiple festivals including San Francisco Sketch Fest, Laughing Skull Comedy Competition in Atlanta, NXNE, COCA (Canadian Organization of Campus Activities), APCA and the Seattle International Comedy Competition. She is also a two time finalist in SiriusXM's Top Comic and has performed numerous times at JFL42 in Toronto and twice at Just For Laughs in Montreal. Hladkowicz filmed her TV special, "No Kidding", on iChannel. Julia has a Canadian Comedy Award nomination and an I Heart Jokes nomination for Best Female Stand-up and a CCA nomination for her former podcast "We're Doing It". Her debut, self titled comedy album "LAD-KO-WITS" hit the #1 spot on iTunes comedy. In this podcast we talk about impostor syndrome, taking risks vs playing it safe, having a busy mind, how comedians are often mentally ill, as well as comparing yourselves to others and the challenges of being a woman in comedy. If you'd like to keep up to date with Julia: www.juliacomedy.com Twitter/Insta: @juliacomedy Facebook: juliacomedian Follow @Funny in Failure on Insta and FB and @Michael_Kahan on Insta to keep up to date with the latest info.

Emily Joy is is an actor, recently seen on screen in "Neighbours", "Tonightly With Tom Ballard" and "The Housemate". She has recently performed in the Comedy Festival for the sketch show "Mindful-mess" and can be seen weekly as an improviser at The Improv Conspiracy. She also runs Joy Studio, a boutique acting studio here in Melbourne. Next up you can catch her in the web series "Woah, Alyssa! Season 2" and "The Holiest One". Emily has such a positive outlook on life, she breaks things down into practical ways and has this childish yet mature attitude on life which is something to be admired. In this podcast we talk about comparing yourself to others and how it might be limiting you. For more information you can contact Emily on her Facebook page: www.facebook.com/pages/category/Actor/Joy-Studio-1715303982030715/ Follow @Funny in Failure on Insta and FB and @Michael_Kahan on Insta to keep up to date with the latest info.

John Safran is an award-winning documentary maker of provocative and hilarious takes on race, the media, religion and other issues. Safran first hit TV screens in 1997 on "Race Around the World". Both John Safran's" Music Jamboree" and "John Safran vs. God" won Australian Film Industry awards for best comedy series and most original concept, and were also nominated for Logie awards. Other shows include "John Safran's Race Relations" and "Speaking in Tongues". He co-hosted "Sunday Night Safran", a radio talk show on Triple J with cranky but beloved Catholic priest, Father Bob Maguire. Safran's first book the award winning true crime book, "Murder in Mississippi", is the true story of how he met a white supremacist and befriended his black killer. In his latest book, "Depends What You Mean by Extremist", was shortlisted for General Non-Fiction Book of the Year at the Australian Book Industry Awards. This is where he attends a far-right rally in Melbourne and is led into a mad world of misfits, white nationalists, ISIS supporters and anarchists. This podcast is absolutely hilarious! He's done the craziest things and is certainly mentally strong and resilient, yet he still feels vulnerable when he puts out his creative content. To quote John, "One of the cool things about being an artist is obstacles just become really handy, because there's something to write about and makes things interesting". If you'd like to know more about John or keep up to date with him, check out his website: www.johnsafran.squarespace.com Follow @Funny in Failure on Insta and FB and @Michael_Kahan on Insta to keep up to date with the latest info.

Alice Fraser is an ex lawyer, ex academic and investment banker turned award winning writer, broadcaster, performer, comedian, keynote speaker and more. Just when you think she couldn't cram in anymore you hear that she has also hosted a "Ted X" talk and that her "Trilogy" podcast series was voted "Apple Editorials" teams #1 best Australian podcast for 2018. She's now living in London, gigging around the UK, writing jokes, and hosting her own podcast series called "Tea With Alice". She also co-hosts "The Bugle Podcast" as a part replacement for John Oliver. We talk about many interesting topics such as shamed based comedy, values and integrity and the courage to be yourself. She also talks about "being put in a box" and how she doesn't want to be boxed in or otherwise labelled as a certain comedian. She's just happy to be herself. "I think the upside is that the people who like me, like me". If you want to keep up to date with Alice check her out on: www.alicecomedyfraser.com Follow @Funny in Failure on Insta and FB and @Michael_Kahan on Insta to keep up to date with the latest info.

Damian Callinan is an ex drama teacher, multi award-winning stand-up comic, actor, writer, podcaster, story teller and a producer. You may know him from his roles on "Skithouse", "Before The Game" & "Backyard Ashes" as well as regular guest appearances on shows such as Spicks and Specks & the Melbourne Comedy Festival Gala, where he has been nominated 3 times for the Barry Award for Most Outstanding Show at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival. He is also a regular contributor on 774ABC Melbourne. More recently, his multiples roles as lead actor, screenwriter and co-producer on "The Merger" have really expanded his profile and reputation. The feature film is based on Damian's one-man show where in 2018, it won the Cinema Australia Audience Award, and has been featured all around the world. In this podcast we discuss in depth the fabrics of failure and how obstacles can play a positive role in your life - "Every obstacle, 99% of the time leads to something better". More information about Damian check out his website www.damiancallinan.com.au Follow @Funny in Failure on Insta and FB and @Michael_Kahan on Insta to keep up to date with the latest info.

Ben Russell is an award nominated stand up comic, improviser, actor, director, puppeteer, impressionist and writer. You may recognize him him from The Toykyo Hotel" or as the head writer for the bizarre tonight show "Aaron Chen Tonight" or even from ABC shows "Fancy Boy Pilot", "Sideliners" and "The Let Down". He is also the co-creator of the cult hit touring show "Nö Shöw" and has also been involved with YouTube sketch groups "Hot Dads" and "Aunty Donna". Ben has recently started a podcast called "The Grub". In this podcast Ben talks about his overseas career and how he's not sure he'll ever be fully content with his work as he feels there's always more he can achieve and do. If you want to hear more from Ben: Twitter is @BenRussells Facebook: The Ben Russell Page Instagram: @bonrissole Follow @Funny in Failure on Insta and FB and @Michael_Kahan on Insta to keep up to date with the latest info.