In trying times we persevere. It's true for all during this pandemic, and for us as we work through Andrew's unstable wifi connection while he is stranded on an island. He discusses how he has redefined what a comedian really is, and Sam reviews some of the great (and not so great) relief measures offered by insurance companies to Ontario auto insurance consumers. Thanks for listening!

Sam scans the news and discusses some of the latest offerings from insurance companies to support consumers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Andrew shares his approach to and motivation behind creating digital content while stage time isn't allowed! He's still stranded on an island, so give him some love and follow on Instagram @andpacker. Thanks for tuning in!

The on-going COVID-19 pandemic is impacting all aspects of our lives. Andrew & I talk through how it's impacted us in our respective industries! Thanks for tuning in as always.

Andrew is stranded in Philipines & Sam spends his whole day on Zoom calls. What a change in the world in just a few short weeks as the COVID-19 virus spreads. Sam discusses some implications of the virus for insurance brokers and proposes what he thinks insurance companies need to do in response. Andrew explores the different comedic avenues available to him and his fellow comedians who can't quite find stage time right now! Social distancing for the win - stay safe out there!

Andrew continues his travels in Manila, Philippines where he's headlining a comedy show later this week. Sam introduces usage based insurance applications that auto insurance companies now use to evaluate your driving. Andrew compares his experience performing in different parts of Asia in a variety of venues! Thanks for tuning in.

Both Sam & Andrew are battling a cold this week (from opposite sides of the world)! This made travel health insurance a timely topic to discuss and explore. As Andrew continues to perform in Asia, his approach to his comedy career is shifting and broadening. Thanks for tuning in!

Andrew's tour in Asia continues as he calls in this week, beach side with the soft backdrop of waves crashing in. Sam shares some recent 'wake-up calls' that have reminding him the importance of humility and the learning journey he and his company are on. Andrew questions some of his assumptions about what being a comedian might mean as he contrasts the different 'comedy scenes' in Asia to the ones he if more familiar with back home. Thanks for tuning in!

What's the next level of comedy for Andrew and for the art form as a whole? And how do some people not do the bare minimum when applying to a job? Key questions we touch on this weeks episode!

Andrew's taken his longest break from comedy yet and he's itching to get back on stage in his coming 'Asian Scooter Comedy Tour'. He shares some of his thinking having been away from the stage the past few weeks. Sam reflects back to his experience as a panelist at the Cookhouse Labs 2.0 relaunch event in December, and the vast difference in innovation views among the panelists. Thanks for tuning in as always!

Kicking off 2020 Joker Broker style! Andrew shares his thinking on what makes a great comedy album, and how he's approaching creating his own. Sam compares the start of 2019 to now, and how staying consistent in value-add activities shape his day-to-day. Thanks for tuning in!