The Verbal Gym

You won't find a nicer guy in the standup world than my guest on this episode. Boston raised comedian Jonesy pulls back the curtain on how his career has progressed from open mics in the Northeast to crushing in some of L.A.'s most iconic comedy clubs! His advice on growing your act is invaluable to this looking to get into standup!

The super talented Malcolm Barrett joins us on this episode to discuss his crossover from a successful acting career to attacking a new challenge in the form of standup comedy! He has very unique path in his comedy journey and his lessons learned from this process can be applied by all. This was an amazing chat!

After a six month hiatus the Verbal Gym is back! And back with an awesome guest in Kansas raised, L.A. based comedian and stage performer Brett Riley! He is a regular at the Laugh Factory, The Improv and the Comedy & Magic Club in Hermosa Beach and offers fantastic advice on how to grow as a standup and best take advantage of opportunities! Such a great episode! Enjoy!

The Verbal Gym is back from a break and this episode is awesome! We are joined by Marine Veteran and hilarious comedian Michael D'Angelo. He produces shows for the troops with his company "Rapid Fire Comedy" and gives us an up-close insight into building a brand and producing your own shows on the road in the most unique of conditions. Enjoy!

In this episode we chat with Kansas City based comedian Steve Peters. His life as a former police officer, Middle Eastern security contractor and bar owner have given him a platform of experiences to draw from that is invaluable as a standup comic. In recent years he has ventured into the world of producing comedy shows at his bars in the Midwest and his take on middle American crowds is a great listen! Funny stuff!

In this episode we sit down with Fizaa Dosani, the super-talented creator of Facial Recognition Comedy, a monthly show highlighting South Asian comedians at The World Famous Comedy Store. Her observations on the changes in comedy over her 11 year career are extremely interesting in particular the way audiences have shifted from their behavior before the shutdown to the present day. It's a great listen!

In this episode we chat with Comedy Store doorman Eric Rocha as he explains the path that took him from open mic workout rooms to the epic stages of The Comedy Store in Los Angeles. He is genuinely one of the funniest people I have ever met and this pod is a must listen!

In this episode comedian John Grimes discusses his move to Los Angeles from St Louis to pursue a life in standup, its pitfalls and its victories. His story on how he landed the gig as Tony Rock's opener is especially inspiring. Check it out.

In this episode the super talented Aaron Branch shares his standup journey with us. From his start in standup in Chicago to his decision to make the big move out to the West Coast and the cut throat world of comedy in Los Angeles. His work ethic and hustle are really next level and his advice for young comics is fantastic!

Alabama bred comedian Rocky Dale Davis joins us on this episode to discuss his evolution from small town comic to headliner. His advice on crowd work and rowdy rooms is a must for anyone about to step out on the road and perform across the USA. Enjoy!