Laz Patillo is a comedian & producer working in Chicago, Illinois. He is the founder of Deep End, a force bringing you comedy, film, music, & live events! The main focus is to provide a platform for genuine talent and to build a community in the process 💪 Be on the lookout for their next outing, coming soon to a venue near you. 💯 In this episode, we discuss how to engineer a viral celebrity crashout, why it's harder to believe in UFOs than ever, what artists can do to hold onto their independence, how risk-taking is often discouraged in modern improv circles, the forgotten era of Nokia and Sidekicks, and much more! 🔥

Alex Perez is a filmmaker based in Chicago, IL! He is one of the founding fathers of Kino Crew Productions, the masterminds who orchestrated the iconic 'Gobblehead' series! 🦃 Their latest film, 'LOADS', is screening March 28th at Surge Billiards! 🎬 If you can't make it then, catch one of the numerous screenings to come. 🎭 In this episode, we discuss why 'Darkman' is Sam Raimi's most underrated film, what separates 'Gobblehead 4' from the previous installments, Disney's systematic corporatization of beloved franchises, the future of James Bond, why dreamlike directors like David Lynch and Andrei Tarkovsky are so special, and much more! 🔥

Nick Hanek is a comedian, producer, & podcaster based in Chicago, Illinois! 💯 His latest production, 'Laugh Madness 2' takes place on March 12th at Woodie's Flat (Old Town) at 7 PM! 🎭 In this episode, we discuss Nick's Adam Ray interview disaster story, when we can expect the Comedy Collision podcast to return, why you should witness LAUGH MADNESS 2 on March 12th, what our professional wrestling 'Mount Rushmore' looks like, whether hypnosis is real or an illusion, and much more! 🔥

Tye Erskin is a stand-up comedian based in Columbus, Ohio! 💯 In this episode, we discuss what makes Columbus the fast food HQ of the US, how the WNBA could begin a revolution, why books are the true source of knowledge, the genius of Kendrick Lamar, and much more! 🔥

Mike Mazzella is a comedian, producer, & improviser based in Chicago, Illinois! 💯 His latest production, 'Keepin' Tabs' (a satirical new sketch show) can be caught MONTHLY at The Annoyance 🎭 In this episode, we discuss the beauty of charcuterie boards, what you can expect at 'Keepin' Tabs', our GoPro origin movie pitch, Mike's upcoming production 'Proud Coward', why you shouldn't get an inflatable hot tub, and much more! 🔥 Stick around until the end for a LEGENDARY freestyle session 🔥

VII is a hip-hop artist based in Chicago, IL 💯 His latest project, 'heartbreak hotel.' is OUT NOW on all streaming platforms 🎵 In this episode, we discuss the meaning behind the name 'VII', what makes a good wrestler, how to mobilize your influence, why learning to focus on specific incidents changed VII's writing style forever, how wrestling is like jazz, and so much more! 🔥

St. James Jackson is a comedian, producer, & podcaster based in Chicago, IL 💯 You can catch his show, 'Something Unexpected', once a month at the Laugh Factory! 🎭 In this episode, we discuss the film Marty Supreme, why actors are overrated, the "make me laugh" problem, how social media platforms have changed over the years, why everyone should read more, the downside of legalizing vices, and much more! 🔥

Jasmine Ellis is a touring comedian & producer based in Los Angeles, California! 💯 In this episode, we discuss what it means to be a 'chameleon' in comedy, what Jasmine likes and dislikes about L.A., how a career in journalism led her to where she is today, the importance of Restaurant Week, and much more! 🔥

Dave Bradley is a stand-up comedian & producer based in Chicago, Illinois! 💯 He produces 'Dealers of Comedy', a comedy show you can catch at the Windcreek Chicago Casino EVERY Thursday at 7PM 🎭 In this episode, we discuss what it means to be a good person, our latest film recommendations, the miraculous power of beet juice, the day that Dave met his wife while hosting a podcast, how to reach out to create your own opportunities (+ why this is so important!), and much more! 🔥

Allie Sroka is a comedian based in Chicago, IL! 💯 She was recently featured on the latest OFTV LMAOF Special (LMAOF 27), out now! 💥 In this episode, we discuss what qualifies as clean comedy, how Allie ended up in a Hot Mulligan music video, when it's best to be judgemental, our Sabrina Carpenter hot takes, which decade had the worst music, and much more! 🔥