The Mike James Podcast

Today, I sit down and chat with fellow comedian Carlow Patino. He is a comic out of Riverside scene and he is a very funny individual. When he is not running from open mic to open mic working on his material, you can catch Carlos at his very own open Mic on Thursdays at Placita in Riverside. On the episode today, we talk about how Carlos started in comedy, how he met his wife, and our love for Linkin Park.

Making his triumphant return to the podcast is Joe Beltran. Also known as Joey Babies for those gangsters out in San Bernardino! On the podcast today, we talk comedy. Joe is one of the hardest working comics I know. The man lives in San Bernardino but drives to LA to do mics and work on the craft that we hold so near and dear. He has done numerous podcasts and it was delight to have him on again. Enjoy!

Today, I sit down and catch up with fellow comedian William Henderson. I met Will a few years ago in the Riverside/Inland Empire comedy scene. He is part of the Buddy System Co and you can catch Will hosting mics in downtown Riverside and at the Ontario Improv. Will has performed at the Ontario Improv and opened for Pablo Francisco at the Brea Improv. On the episode today, we chat about baseball, music, and how to properly make a peanut butter and sandwich.

Today, I catch up with a very funny friend and co-worker Marisa Rosalez. I met Marisa years ago through other co-workers at our favorite watering hole, Roscoes Deli. Marisa is that one co-worker that every job needs. She makes the day better with her jokes and is always down to hit up a dive bar after a long day of work. Marisa has shown interest in trying stand up comedy and she actually went to Flappers Open Mic to see how it worked. She has yet to go up but hopefully, she will grace the stage one day. On the episode today, we talk about quarantine life, commuting to work, and what she would do if she hit the lotto.

Today, I sit down and talk with fellow comedian Zak Elk. I first met Zak at the Flappers Claremont open mic when I just was starting out and he definitely taught me a few things. Zak has performed all over Southern California and has been in the comic scene since 2014. On the episode today, we talk about how he get hooked up with the flappers open mic gig, how he started in the stand up comic scene, and we go through some conspiracy theories! Enjoy!

It's my Birthday!! And for my Birthday Podcast, I wanted to hang out with one of my favorite family members. On the episode today, I chat with my cousin Joe Perez. He is currently working for the Sheriff's Department and was front and center when right riots broke out back in May 2020. Today, we chat about growing up together, work out tips, tattoos, and what it's like to be a Sheriff

Today, I sit down with not 1, not 2, but 3 other comics! For the 20th episode, I had the pleasure to chat with my comic friends Brian Matthews, Noel Reyna, and Michael Gonzales. Not only have they been previous guests on the podcast, but we have also done numerous shows together when standup comedy was still a thing. On the episode today, we talk about our near death experiences, political ideals, and the first time we saw a playboy magazine. Enjoy!

Today, I sit down and talk with fellow comedian Aaron Chase. Aaron is one part of The Buddy System which is responsible for the comedy scene out in the Riverside area. On the episode today, we talk about how he got started in stand up, how he met his girlfriend during the Rona Era, and what it is like to do stand up on the streets of Claremont, Upland, and Redlands. Enjoy!

Today, I catch up with the one and only Juan Cias. He is a fellow comedian from the San Bernardino/Riverside scene. I have known Juan for a few years and we did a show together last year, but we finally get a chance to sit down and chat. On the episode today, we talk about comedy, creepy things he has seen as a Mortician, and crazy ex-girlfriends.

Today, I sit down and chat with Zero Rimpson. Zero started out his comedy career in St. Louis, MO and moved out here to Southern California when he was 22 to chase the dream. I've known Zero for about 3 years now and he is just amazing to watch. His style of stand up is fast and funny. On the podcast today, we talk about how Zero got his start in comedy, what kind of writer he aspires to be, and his thoughts on the dating game.