In this episode comedian Jay Washington shares his journey of going from professional wrestling in Chicago to doing standup in some of the biggest comedy clubs in Los Angeles. His takes on crowdwork and his strategy for dealing with hecklers are especially insightful!

In this episode English born comedian Daniel Holt explains how he took a disadvantaged upbringing and used it as fuel to take him to to the standup stage in Australia where he has become one of the brightest rising stars on the comedy scene! His advice on producing your own shows is particularly valuable to any comic about to put on their own gigs. Enjoy.

In this episode we sit down with comedian and actor Dan Paustian who gives us fantastic advice on producing your own standup show, disarming rowdy bar customers and dodging verbal barbs from Chef Gordon Ramsay! Dan is the epitome of hard work in Hollywood, give it a listen!

Louisiana native Nate Welch joins us on this episode and explains how the jump from nightclub doorman to standup comic can be an organic one! After co-creating "Comic Wars" at the Hollywood Improv his advice to those looking to produce their own shows is especially invaluable.

Comedian, Actor and Musician, Maxi Witrak stops by The Verbal Gym to discuss juggling all three disciplines. Her perspective on developing as a standup in the L.A. comedy scene is a great listen!

Comedian Alex Conn joins us and explains where his love of comedy originated and how he leverages his creativity to gain a foothold in the ultra competitive L.A. standup scene. His tips on producing live shows and podcasts are invaluable to those new to the craft.

Comedian and filmmaker Mike Eshaq joins The Verbal Gym and explains how an Indonesian mushroom trip led to some serious life changes and an eventual career in standup! He also has some great tips for those just starting out in comedy, this episode is a must listen!

The super-funny Mike Eaton joins me to discuss his long comedy road from Texas to Los Angeles and back to post-pandemic Austin. It's an illuminating look at the differences between the two thriving comedy scenes! Check it out!

The super-talented Kiki Andersen discusses her comedic journey from doing improv in Baltimore while holding down a job as a field news reporter to moving to Los Angeles and getting booked on some of the biggest standup stages in the city. She shares her tips on finding your groove and your carving out your niche as a new comedian in a new city.

Actor & Comedian Denny Love joins us on the Verbal Gym to discuss his inspiration for catching the comedy bug in Wisconsin, taking it to Chicago and then making the big move to L.A.! His perspective on what drives his passion to chase his dreams is filled with lessons for people thinking of starting out in this industry.