FOLLOW Chad on IG to clown videos and to keep up-to-date on classes and shows! Find links in the episode notes.

INSTAGRAM and LINKTREE here!

The first episode of 2026! Chad is still exploring doing daily journals on a variety of topics (as he figures out his next series of interviews). In this solo pod, he talks about how clowns tell stories that share a lot of DNA with professional sports, talks about the challenges that face clowns when they want to perform at traditional stand-up shows and explores the difference between subversion and mockery.

SHOWS - IN LA AND SAN FRAN

On February 1st, Chad is bringing STAND UP AND CLOWN to SF Sketchfest. The cast includes Joey Dardano (Wild 'n Out), Zach Zucker (Stamptown) and Dropout TV favs Demi Adejuyigbe, Anna Garcia and Jordan Myrick. TICKETS HERE

And check out Chad’s next WIP solo show at the Elysian!  Comedy for Smart People on Saturday February 7th at 830pm. TICKETS HERE

NEW LA CLASSES IN 2026!

DESTABILIZER is already sold out for February, but a few spots remain for ACCELERATOR – Chad’s first three-day intensive in LA since before the pandemic (a workshop focused on solo work). Classes for March will be announced soon. 

Accelerator is a more advanced class. READ MORE HERE

FIND OTHER SHOWS ON CHAD’S  LINKTREE

MORE ABOUT THE CLOWN BOSS!

“The Father of Modern Clown in LA” - NPR

Chad Damiani is one of the architects of the contemporary clown scene in LA – a fearless exploration of joy, mischief, absurdity and audience interaction that embraces the spirit of clown work, without being limited to traditional conventions.

FOLLOW Chad on IG to clown videos and to keep up-to-date on classes and shows! Find links in the episode notes.

INSTAGRAM and LINKTREE here!

The last episode of 2025! In this solo pod, Chad presents two different journal entries. Each deals with a different topic. How can applying clown to multiple kinds of comedy help expand your understanding of the work? When is it a good time to leave room for laughs and when should we charge through to build more energy? Also, lots of general philosophical talk about the most foolish art form in existence.

NEW LA CLASSES COMING IN 2026!

Chad’s mask class is almost full at The Elysian in mid-January. This is not a traditional mask class, but one designed to show you how masks are a tool for creating modern work. Also, grab tickets to Chad’s first big show of the new year – his WIP solo show COMEDY FOR SMART PEOPLE on January 8th!

You can find all the links HERE

MORE ABOUT THE CLOWN BOSS!

“The Father of Modern Clown in LA” - NPR

Chad Damiani is one of the architects of the contemporary clown scene in LA – a fearless exploration of joy, mischief, absurdity and audience interaction that embraces the spirit of clown work, without being limited to traditional conventions.

INSTAGRAM and LINKTREE here!

The longest solo of 2025! Chad talks about recent happenings in his personal life -- where he realized he needed to think more like a clown. In the second half of the episode, Chad does a deep dive into the mercurial nature of a clown's relationship with an audience – and offers some practical tips on how to maximize the experience for both sides.

NEW LA CLASSES COMING IN 2026!

I am bringing my mask class to the Elysian – and doing a first-ever weekday intensive at UCB. PLUS! A brand-new UCB intensive in February.

You can find all the links HERE

MORE ABOUT THE CLOWN BOSS!

“The Father of Modern Clown in LA” - NPR

Chad Damiani is one of the architects of the contemporary clown scene in LA – a fearless exploration of joy, mischief, absurdity and audience interaction that embraces the spirit of clown work, without being limited to traditional conventions.

FOLLOW Chad on IG to keep up-to-date on classes and shows!

INSTAGRAM and LINKTREE here!

Chad is finally back with another solo pod! He catches listeners up on his last few months of clowning around the world, then talks about the questions he asks himself after a show.

LAST CLASS OF 2025!

Chad is teaching one more round of DISRUPTOR at UCB on December 13-14. As of this posting, there are four spots left!

ENROLL HERE!

Check out the CLOWNBOSS PATREON for weekly content!

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MORE ABOUT THE CLOWN BOSS!

“The Father of Modern Clown in LA” - NPR

Chad Damiani is one of the architects of the contemporary clown scene in LA – a fearless exploration of joy, mischief, absurdity and audience interaction that embraces the spirit of clown work, without being limited to traditional conventions.

The return of STAND UP AND CLOWN is a month away! The only show brave enough to save comedy is back on September 29th – with the return of HDTGM’s Paul Scheer! There are only three shows left this year – come be part of the chaos.

9/29 TICKETS HERE

Chad is back with a solo pod. This one has a little bit of everything – including a detailed breakdown of how LA Clown benefited from the improv boom of the early 2010s. PLUS, a discussion on how to prioritize authenticity and purpose over ideas and details.

Here’s a link to the YES ALSO podcast!

FALL CLASSES ARE LIVE!

Make sure to sign up before they sell out!

10/04-05: DISRUPTOR (BOTTLE ROCKET IN PITTSBURGH)

10/20-21 LANGUAGE OF NONSENSE (ELYSIAN IN LA)

11/01-02 DISRUPTOR 2: MASK PLAY (UCB LA) (no pre-requisite required)

11/15-16 ORIGINAL DISRUPTOR (UCB LA)

INTERESTED IN DOING A ONE-DAY INTENSIVE IN PHILLY ON 10/11? FILL OUT THIS SUBMISSION FORM

Check out the CLOWNBOSS PATREON for weekly content!

Follow Chad on INSTAGRAM!

PODCAST THEME SONG BY MIRTHQUAKE JACKSON: @mqj_groove_jr

Chad is on the road for the next couple months – so no classes or shows (in the US). 

If you are looking for more content, don’t forget about the  CLOWNBOSS PATREON!

The Clown Boss is back with a discussion of limitations. What do we do about the things we cannot control? The failures that speak to a greater truth about our current lives – and result in us not having the options we desire. Chad talks about a recent injury and how it affected his summer – and his history of making adjustments to how he approaches clown, based on things outside his control.

FALL CLASSES ARE LIVE!

Make sure to sign up before they sell out!

FALL CLASSES ARE LIVE!

Make sure to sign up before they sell out!

10/20-21 LANGUAGE OF NONSENSE (ELYSIAN)

11/01-02 DISRUPTOR 2: MASK PLAY (no pre-requisite required)

11/15-16 ORIGINAL DISRUPTOR

HELP US SPREAD THE WORD!

If you’ve shared this podcast with anyone, a heartfelt thank you. Word of mouth is the only reason it’s spread across the globe. The pod has connected us with all kinds of people, and also led to some of my favorite trips this year.

Please keep sharing! Friends and enemies. Let’s get clown in all these small towns – and offer another way to play and connect with people.

Follow Chad on INSTAGRAM!

PODCAST THEME SONG BY MIRTHQUAKE JACKSON: @mqj_groove_jr

Chad is on the road for the next couple months – so no classes are shows. If you are looking for more content, don’t forget about the  CLOWNBOSS PATREON!

The Clown Boss is back with part three of his exploration of discomfort. Chad talks about employing rituals before shows, the importance of exposing ourselves to discomfort and how those exercises can open up all kinds of new possibilities.

HELP US SPREAD THE WORD!

First off, if you’ve shared this podcast with anyone, a heartfelt thank you. Word of mouth is the only reason it’s spread across the globe. The pod has connected us with all kinds of people, and also led to some of my favorite trips this year.

Please keep sharing! Friends and enemies. Let’s get clown in all these small towns – and offer another way to play and connect with people.

Follow Chad on INSTAGRAM!

PODCAST THEME SONG BY MIRTHQUAKE JACKSON: @mqj_groove_jr

Chad is on the road for the next couple months – so no classes are shows. If you are looking for more content, don’t forget about the  CLOWNBOSS PATREON!

(TW: Brief discussion of grief and death)

The Clown Boss is back with part two of his exploration of discomfort. Chad recalls a recent show where the discomfort level was off-the-charts, then discusses how exposure and mindset play a role in developing a freedom on-stage. 

HELP US SPREAD THE WORD!

First off, if you’ve shared this podcast with anyone, a heartfelt thank you. Word of mouth is the only reason it’s spread across the globe. The pod has connected us with all kinds of people, and also led to some of my favorite trips this year.

Please keep sharing! Friends and enemies. Let’s get clown in all these small towns – and offer another way to play and connect with people.

Follow Chad on INSTAGRAM!

PODCAST THEME SONG BY MIRTHQUAKE JACKSON: @mqj_groove_jr

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) is back with its final show of the summer on June 30th!  It’s a star-studded lineup with Natalie Palamides, Milana Vayntrub, Jon Gabrus, Avital Ash and Bill O’Neill! Don’t miss this epic show!

GET YOUR TICKETS HERE!

CLOWNBOSS PATREON link here! Sign up for weekly audio/video bonus content!

(TW: Discussion of grief, death and drug abuse)

The Clown Boss is back with part one of his exploration of discomfort. The episode goes in lots of directions – but if you want to skip the majority of discussion of loss, skip to about the 20-minute mark. It will still mostly make sense, but no promises…

Chad is heading out to work on a clown show for a few months, so no classes or shows to promote! So just a quick reminder that this podcast is fueled by your support (and we couldn’t be more grateful for it). Tell a friend about us – or an enemy! Help us spread the message of modern clown. The world needs more of the good kind of dumb right now.

PODCAST THEME SONG BY MIRTHQUAKE JACKSON: @mqj_groove_jr

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) is back for its final date of the summer! Monday, June 30th at 930pm!  It’s a star-studded lineup with Natalie Palamides, Milana Vayntrub, Jon Gabrus, Avital Ash and Bill O’Neill! Don’t miss this epic show!

GET YOUR TICKETS HERE!

CLOWNBOSS PATREON link here! Sign up for weekly audio/video bonus content!

The Clown Boss is back with another loaded episode! Chad discusses the value of reflecting on the past to be a better artist (and person) in the present. Also, thoughts from his recent Austin trip – including advice on how to create a modern clown scene from the ground up).

GO SEE THE BOMBER! 

Chad is doing a few more shows in June before heading out all summer to work with Spiegelworld. BOMBER is his new work-in-progress, based on one of his oldest characters. Come help him build the dumbest clown thrill ride possible Saturday, June 14th at 830pm (The Elysian Vault)

THE BOSS IS COMING TO BOZEMAN!

The weekend of June 20th! Chad is doing RECKLESS CHAD REUBEN: XX on 6/20 and 6/21 (7pm) and STAND UP AND CLOWN on 6/20 (9pm)

He’s also teaching his two-day workshop DISRUPTOR on 6/21 and 6/22. Sign up or if you know folks in Bozeman, tell a friend!

PODCAST THEME SONG BY MIRTHQUAKE JACKSON: @mqj_groove_jr