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First-year open mic comics Michael Corey and Drew Gautreaux document the experience of being new comics, interview their peers and nerd out on stand-up comedy.... more
FAQs about The First 5 Comedy Podcast:How many episodes does The First 5 Comedy Podcast have?The podcast currently has 37 episodes available.
April 01, 2024The First 5 Comedy Podcast - Episode 37: Neil Rubenstein & Abby WashutaNeil & Abby join us on the podcast to discuss their run of shows from Florida to Louisiana, smoking weed after 40, benefit gigs, comedic confidence and comfort on stage, women in comedy and the Austin, TX scene. ...more1h 24minPlay
March 04, 2024The First 5 Comedy Podcast - Episode 36: Nikhil PilliComedian and comedy producer Nikhil Pilli joins us to discuss developing a comedy scene in Beaumont and Southeast Texas, his comedy heroes as well as his relationship with the stereotypical Indian accent in comedy. We talk about his life as a former evangelical and balancing comedy with earning a masters degree. ...more1h 24minPlay
February 19, 2024The First 5 Comedy Podcast - Episode 35: Derek ShirleyFresh off his Don't Tell show in Pensacola, FL, comedian Derek Shirley sits down with dem baws to talk about the show, as well as his headlining set at the Artmosphere Open Mic in Lafayette, LA. Drew talks about his first win at Stoned vs. Drunk vs. Sober vs. Mardi Gras. We get into submitting to Altercation and Skankfest. Later we go into depth on what good comedians have in common. ...more2h 15minPlay
February 05, 2024The First 5 Comedy Podcast - Episode 34: Jacob GuidryJacob returns to discuss his recent dates in Austin, TX, hosting Arielle Isaac Norman in Lake Charles, LA, 2024 goals for his stand-up and Lake Charles Comedy. Drew showed up without a hat, so that's a thing. Plus Michael wrote a joke about the N-word. ...more1h 54minPlay
January 22, 2024The First 5 Comedy Podcast - Episode 33: Delaney Miller & Chandler SmithFirst-year comedians Delaney Miller and Chandler Smith join us for in the studio to discuss writing jokes together, for one another and themselves, experimenting with how the same joke works coming from one versus the other, Delaney's first booked show, Chandler's experience at The Review and much, much more. The mics weren't on for this episode, so it's camera audio only. Sorry about that. It probably won't happen again....more1h 32minPlay
January 08, 2024The First 5 Comedy Podcast - Episode 32: John MerrifieldJohn returns for his first video episode. We discuss his multi-city showcase Ghost Roast, his weekly open mic at Artmosphere in Lafayette, LA, his upcoming spring tour and his new dog, Ruby Doo. Oh, and there's a tiny discussion toward the end where we discuss the concept of punching down. ...more2h 0minPlay
December 25, 2023The First 5 Comedy Podcast - Episode 31: RavenRecent winner of Ghost Roast, Raven, joins us to discuss performance art, mental health, comedy drama and whether stand-ups are just clowns in street clothes. Are we artists, entertainers or both; and does it matter? Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good set. ...more1h 56minPlay
December 11, 2023The First 5 Comedy Podcast - Episode 30: Brock White-LyonsLafayette newcomer Brock White-Lyons joins us to talk about being a first year comic in the local scene, booking his first few shows and learning to differentiate himself from his influences. First, though, he establishes himself as a true Wu-Tang clansman, er, uh, fan....more1h 30minPlay
November 27, 2023The First 5 Comedy Podcast - Episode 29: Morgan WrightThe always funny Morgan Wright returns with stories about a casino gig that went well, a country club gig that did not go so well and many more. He also provides great news about his dad's health situation....more1h 37minPlay
November 13, 2023The First 5 Comedy Podcast - Episode 28: Don SchexniderDon Schexnider joins us on the podcast to discuss how he quickly ramped up from his first open mic to a win at Stoned vs. Drunk vs. Sober in under 6 months. Later we discuss his involvement in paralympics and praise him for being a dirty old man. He makes multiple uncomfortable jokes about sex with this sister before answering the question....more1h 51minPlay
FAQs about The First 5 Comedy Podcast:How many episodes does The First 5 Comedy Podcast have?The podcast currently has 37 episodes available.