SURVIVAL OF THE WITTIEST

By Theresa Kloos

Survival of the Wittiest is a podcast hosted by comedian Theresa Kloos. In each episode, she sits down with the funniest people she knows to discuss how comedy has shaped their lives.

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How many episodes does SURVIVAL OF THE WITTIEST have?

The podcast currently has 27 episodes available.

SURVIVAL OF THE WITTIEST episodes:

January 18, 2018 Munson Hicks - It Doesn't Have To Be Good, It Just Has To Be Thursday
Welcome back! This week, Theresa sits down with MUNSON HICKS. They discuss growing up on a farm in Vermont, his work with the acclaimed improv troupe The Proposition, and the time his family was investigated by the FBI. They also discuss why he prefers theatre to film, the definition of crotch casting, and surprise! Munson tells one of his infamous naughty jokes.
Follow Munson!
Facebook: Munson Hicks
Featured Music:
“Let You Roll” and “Hang Me Out To Dry” by NOON FIFTEEN
Follow the band: www.noonfifteen.com
Facebook: facebook.com/noonfifteen
Say hello: [email protected]
Instagram: survivalofthewittiest
Instagram: theresakloos
Intro Music: Michael Hicks (piano), Rob Chase (bass), Brad Carbone (percussion)
Sound Engineer: Noah DeBiase
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53min
January 04, 2018 Ricky Jackson - You Can't Joke During Labor
HAPPY THURSDAY! On this snowy, snowy day, let’s harken back to a warmer time - JULY! On this week’s episode, Theresa interviews RICKY JACKSON. They discuss what it’s like growing up in-between two farms, how he used humor to ward off grade school enemies and his very specific form of OCD. They also fall into a deep rabbit hole of discussing Amish life. Things you’ll learn in this episode: What is a holler? What are deer tags? How can you make your relationship last forever? (Spoiler: The rule is, there is no rule). Enjoy!!!
Follow Ricky:
Instagram + Twitter: rickyjacksn
Facebook: Rick Jackson
Featured Music:
“Dirty Floors” by Ricky Jackson
Follow his band MAGGIE:
Instagram: maggietheband
Say hello: [email protected]
Instagram: survivalofthewittiest
Instagram: theresakloos
Intro Music: Michael Hicks (piano), Rob Chase (bass), Brad Carbone (percussion)
Sound Engineer: Noah DeBiase
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52min
January 04, 2018 Ricky Jackson - You Can't Joke During Labor
HAPPY THURSDAY! On this snowy, snowy day, let’s harken back to a warmer time - JULY! On this week’s episode, Theresa interviews RICKY JACKSON. They discuss what it’s like growing up in-between two farms, how he used humor to ward off grade school enemies and his very specific form of OCD. They also fall into a deep rabbit hole of discussing Amish life. Things you’ll learn in this episode: What is a holler? What are deer tags? How can you make your relationship last forever? (Spoiler: The rule is, there is no rule). Enjoy!!!
Follow Ricky:
Instagram + Twitter: rickyjacksn
Facebook: Rick Jackson
Featured Music:
“Dirty Floors” by Ricky Jackson
Follow his band MAGGIE:
Instagram: maggietheband
Say hello: [email protected]
Instagram: survivalofthewittiest
Instagram: theresakloos
Intro Music: Michael Hicks (piano), Rob Chase (bass), Brad Carbone (percussion)
Sound Engineer: Noah DeBiase
...more
52min
December 21, 2017 Serena Brook - "Brevity is the Soul of Wit"
HAPPY HOLIDAYS! This episode, Theresa sits down with SERENA BROOK to discuss her favorite comedic roles, Mel Brooks movies, and her life in the acting company of PRAIRIE HOME COMPANION (Newly re-titled LIVE FROM HERE). Also on this episode: why good word puns are so delicious, her great great Uncle Zvee Scooler (who played the Rabbi in the movie version of Fiddler on the Roof) and shhh don’t tell anyone, but Serena may have written Moulin Rouge fanfiction way back when!
Follow Serena:
www.serenabrook.com
Instagram: serena_brook
Twitter: @Serena_G_Brook
Featured Music:
HEAVY SIXES (Tara Teschke + Tom Ray)
Christmas Time is Here
Sleigh Ride
Follow the band: www.heavysixes.com
https://www.reverbnation.com/heavysixes
Say hello: [email protected]
Instagram: survivalofthewittiest
Instagram: theresakloos
Intro Music: Michael Hicks (piano), Rob Chase (bass), Brad Carbone (percussion)
Sound Engineer: Noah DeBiase
...more
58min
December 21, 2017 Serena Brook - "Brevity is the Soul of Wit"
HAPPY HOLIDAYS! This episode, Theresa sits down with SERENA BROOK to discuss her favorite comedic roles, Mel Brooks movies, and her life in the acting company of PRAIRIE HOME COMPANION (Newly re-titled LIVE FROM HERE). Also on this episode: why good word puns are so delicious, her great great Uncle Zvee Scooler (who played the Rabbi in the movie version of Fiddler on the Roof) and shhh don’t tell anyone, but Serena may have written Moulin Rouge fanfiction way back when!
Follow Serena:
www.serenabrook.com
Instagram: serena_brook
Twitter: @Serena_G_Brook
Featured Music:
HEAVY SIXES (Tara Teschke + Tom Ray)
Christmas Time is Here
Sleigh Ride
Follow the band: www.heavysixes.com
https://www.reverbnation.com/heavysixes
Say hello: [email protected]
Instagram: survivalofthewittiest
Instagram: theresakloos
Intro Music: Michael Hicks (piano), Rob Chase (bass), Brad Carbone (percussion)
Sound Engineer: Noah DeBiase
...more
58min
December 07, 2017 Katie Hannigan - A Version of Myself
Theresa sits down with NYC comedian KATIE HANNIGAN this week on SOTW. They discuss both growing up in the midwest, going to Catholic school and the fact that both of their moms are nurses! #twins Katie talks about the first physical comedy she wrote and performed as a kid on Christmas morning in 1990, her work with experimental theater, and the fact that at heart, she’s an introvert.
Follow Katie:
www.katiehannigan.com
Instagram: _katiehannigan_
Twitter: @katiehannigan
Featured Music:
Gianna Alessi - As Long As I’m Asleep
Follow Gianna: www.giannaalessi.com
Soundcloud: https://m.soundcloud.com/giannaalessimusic
Email the show: [email protected]
Instagram: survivalofthewittiest
Instagram: theresakloos
Intro Music: Michael Hicks (piano), Rob Chase (bass), Brad Carbone (percussion)
Sound Engineer: Noah DeBiase
...more
57min
December 07, 2017 Katie Hannigan - A Version of Myself
Theresa sits down with NYC comedian KATIE HANNIGAN this week on SOTW. They discuss both growing up in the midwest, going to Catholic school and the fact that both of their moms are nurses! #twins Katie talks about the first physical comedy she wrote and performed as a kid on Christmas morning in 1990, her work with experimental theater, and the fact that at heart, she’s an introvert.
Follow Katie:
www.katiehannigan.com
Instagram: _katiehannigan_
Twitter: @katiehannigan
Featured Music:
Gianna Alessi - As Long As I’m Asleep
Follow Gianna: www.giannaalessi.com
Soundcloud: https://m.soundcloud.com/giannaalessimusic
Email the show: [email protected]
Instagram: survivalofthewittiest
Instagram: theresakloos
Intro Music: Michael Hicks (piano), Rob Chase (bass), Brad Carbone (percussion)
Sound Engineer: Noah DeBiase
...more
57min
November 23, 2017 David Bonanno - Comedy Hurts!
HAPPY THANKSGIVING! This week, Theresa sits down with Broadway actor DAVID BONANNO. They discuss what it’s like growing up in a big Italian family, his favorite television shows as a kid, and the fact that for a time he thought he might become a...(SPOILER) Catholic Priest! Join us for this very special holiday edition of Survival of the Wittiest!
Follow David:
www.davidbonanno.com
Instagram: daveybonanno
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/davidbonannoactor
Featured Music:
5j Barrow - THE EDGE OF MY SEAT
Follow 5j Barrow: www.5jbarrow.com
Spotify: http://open.spotify.com/artist/3HqGEjmcaC2jHYwSe2jWEC
Instagram + Facebook: 5j Barrow
Share a funny story about your family’s Thanksgiving dinner! Send it to: [email protected]
Instagram: survivalofthewittiest
Instagram: theresakloos
Facebook: www.facebook.com/survivalofthewittiest
Intro Music: Michael Hicks (piano), Rob Chase (bass), Brad Carbone (percussion)
Sound Engineer: Noah DeBiase
...more
1h 9min
November 23, 2017 David Bonanno - Comedy Hurts!
HAPPY THANKSGIVING! This week, Theresa sits down with Broadway actor DAVID BONANNO. They discuss what it’s like growing up in a big Italian family, his favorite television shows as a kid, and the fact that for a time he thought he might become a...(SPOILER) Catholic Priest! Join us for this very special holiday edition of Survival of the Wittiest!
Follow David:
www.davidbonanno.com
Instagram: daveybonanno
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/davidbonannoactor
Featured Music:
5j Barrow - THE EDGE OF MY SEAT
Follow 5j Barrow: www.5jbarrow.com
Spotify: http://open.spotify.com/artist/3HqGEjmcaC2jHYwSe2jWEC
Instagram + Facebook: 5j Barrow
Share a funny story about your family’s Thanksgiving dinner! Send it to: [email protected]
Instagram: survivalofthewittiest
Instagram: theresakloos
Facebook: www.facebook.com/survivalofthewittiest
Intro Music: Michael Hicks (piano), Rob Chase (bass), Brad Carbone (percussion)
Sound Engineer: Noah DeBiase
...more
1h 9min
November 09, 2017 Khalid Rahmaan - Comedy is 1. Everything Else is 1a.
On this week’s episode, Theresa sits down with comedian KHALID RAHMAAN. They discuss all things Brooklyn, gentrification and why being in a relationship with a comic is a nightmare. Also, why he loves observational comedy and how he tore his patella TWICE. Khalid is one of TBS' 2017 COMICS TO WATCH and is performing in a showcase at Caroline's on Broadway this Saturday, November 11 at 6pm. Get tickets here: http://www.carolines.com/comedian/comics-to-watch/
Follow Khalid:
http://www.khalidrahmaan.com/
Instagram: khalidsays
Facebook: Khalid A. Rahmaan
Featured Music:
Kerry Blu - “Mista” (featuring Toon Squad)
Follow Kerry: www.kblumusic.com
Instagram + Facebook: kblumusic
Want your music featured on the podcast?
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: survivalofthewittiest
Instagram: theresakloos
Facebook: www.facebook.com/survivalofthewittiest
Intro Music: Michael Hicks (piano), Rob Chase (bass), Brad Carbone (percussion)
Sound Engineer: Noah DeBiase
...more
59min

FAQs about SURVIVAL OF THE WITTIEST:

How many episodes does SURVIVAL OF THE WITTIEST have?

The podcast currently has 27 episodes available.