I'M TRYING!

Jhanelle and Jacob give you the lowdown on what to expect for the next month of the podcast! And while they’re at it, they discuss their favorite moments from the first few months of the show!

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Click here to see where check out where Jacob will be performing throughout June!

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Comedian Mark Normand is surprisingly not dead? Far from it.

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In episode 15, Mark Normand goes down the rabbit hole from bombing onstage at open mics, to bombing at the MTV VMAs, to recently having a life (or death) crisis on one of the most important days of his life. But first, Jacob and Jhanelle take the blue pill and reminisce on TV shows from their childhoods.

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Click the links to go follow Mark on Twitter and Instagram! Listen to his podcast "Tuesdays With Stories", and check out his website here for his comedy albums and to see when he's performing in a city near you!

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Comedians Sandra Battaglini and Phil Luzi find time every day to "take it easeee".

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Recorded backstage at New York Comedy Club! In episode 14, Jacob meets Jhanelle's "comedy parents" who share stories of sociology school, of the CASC (Canadian Association of Stand-Up Comedians), and what happens when a heckler chucks a mysterious bottle of yellow liquid at you on stage. But first, Jhanelle and Jacob talk summer camp, and welcome Jacob's roommate, John-Michael Breen (Rock of Ages 10th Anniversary Tour), back to New York City!

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Click the links to go follow Sandra on Twitter and Instagram! And check out her website here for her comedy albums and more! Find out more about CASC at canadianstandup.ca! 

And click these to go follow Phil on Twitter and Instagram! And check out his website here to keep up with his new projects!

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Follow the show at @ImTryingShow on Twitter and Instagram! 

And your intrepid hosts:

@JacobDerwin on Twitter and Instagram!

@JhanelleDionne on Twitter and Instagram!

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Just about everything that could go wrong on an international flight goes wrong for Comedian Jess Salomon.

On episode 13 (what shall be known officially as "The Poop Episode"), Comedian Jess Salomon relives her living nightmare on a flight from the Netherlands to Canada. Jess also talks about how spending time with family can actually be relieving. But first, Jacob is way too excited about his new bidet that just arrived.

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Watch clips from Jess' late night TV debut on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Find out more about her upcoming shows at jesssalomon.com and listen to her album, "All The Best Choices" on your favorite streaming platform. 

Keep up with Jess on Twitter and Instagram at @jess_salomon!

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And your intrepid hosts: @JacobDerwin and @JhanelleDionne

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Actor, Comedian and Singer Rick Younger shows up to his audition for RENT... without knowing the songs from RENT.

In episode 12, Rick explains to Jacob and Jhanelle how he went from failing in Engineering and Chemistry in college, to successful in standup comedy, to singing and acting on Broadway. But first, Jhanelle makes a case for Nickelback, confirming her very questionable taste in music.

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Follow Rick on Instagram and Twitter @RickYounger. See him as Mr. Duvall in Mean Girls on Broadway at The August Wilson Theater. Check out his comedy album, Fried Chicken and White Bread on iTunes.

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Radio Personality Leah Abrahams says "THANK YOU, next..." to a higher power.

In episode 11, Leah tells the nail-biting tale of a Willy Wonka-esque Ariana Grande concert contest gone awry, and how she pulled off a save of epic proportions (but not before shedding a few tears!). First, Jhanelle explains to Jacob how hard she tried to make Leah's visit to NYC the trip of a lifetime... and fell short.

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Follow Leah on Instagram @LeahAbrahams, check out kiss925.com, and listen to her on air on weekend nights after midnight.

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Follow I'M TRYING on Twitter and Instagram @ImTryingShow.

And your intrepid hosts: @JacobDerwin and JhanelleDionne

Comedian Katie Boyle makes a warm cup of tea after a cold welcome to NYC.

 

In episode 10, The Shift's Katie Boyle explains why her move from Ireland to the United States wasn't all rainbows and pots of gold.  From nightmarish roommates, difficult work and dating situations and frustratingly privileged pets, Katie reveals how life's simple pleasures get her through the day. But first, Jhanelle finally tells Jacob the story of her "miracle" beginnings.

 

 

Listen to Katie's Irish Sex and Dating podcast with Des Bishop, "The Shift"!

 

 

Keep up with Katie at katieboylecomic.com and on Twitter and Instagram: @katieboylecomic  

 

 

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Musician Eric Vitoff says goodbye to his second chance at stardom, but still wants to try.

In episode 9, Eric tells his behind the scenes story of his American Idol audition in front of the celebrity judges and why Mariah Carey is his #foreverbae. Eric, Jacob and Jhanelle also discuss the minefield that is mending a fractured relationship. But first, Jacob and Jhanelle talk about why they hate being called "great" singers. 

 

Listen to Eric's album "Tangible Divide" on your favorite music platform!

 

Follow Eric on Instagram @evitoff and check out his website, ericvitoff.com.

 

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And your intrepid hosts: @JacobDerwin and @JhanelleDionne.

 

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Paraphrase host and Survivor alum Stephen Fishbach's palms are sweaty, knees weak, arms are heavy.

 

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In episode 8, Stephen Fishbach brings us inside the lowest moments of his iconic runs on CBS's Survivor, shares his struggles with social media negativity, and recounts a mental health horror story from his time in Paris. But first, Jacob tells Jhanelle about a surreal moment he had at a recent charity event.

 

Learn more about Stephen's podcast, Paraphrase, at ParaphrasePodcast.Com and listen wherever podcasts are found!

 

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Check out Stephen on Twitter and Instagram: @stephenfishbach

 

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And your intrepid hosts: @jhanelledennis & @jacobderwin

Actor/Comedian Jeffrey Emerson works hard for the money. 

 

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As they say in the biz, "the show must go on!" In episode 7, Jeffrey takes us through the dark life/career events that led him to finding his /happy/ place. But first Jhanelle reveals to Jacob what her and disgraced CEO Elizabeth Holmes have in common. 

 

Catch Jeffrey on SyFy's "Happy!" starring Christopher Meloni and Patton Oswald! Season 2 premiers March 27th. 

 

And check out his weekly free comedy show, LAp DAnce SAloon, Mondays at 9pm at 2A at 25 Ave A in NYC.  

 

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Check out Jeffrey's socials for laughs and live show updates:

Instagram: @jansel_jadams

Twitter: @jansel_jadams***

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