Vox Celeste

Dante Nero (Man School) host of the popular Beige Phillip Podcast, Dante Nero is a relationship guru.  Sometimes it’s not the advice you want to hear but for many it’s the advice you need.  

Lost Episode: Last episode recorded in the World Famous Comic Strip Live.  Comedian, cartoonist, and producer Victor Varnardo joins Vox Celeste to talk about the love his life and the time he discovered he had a 14th sibling. 

Cos playing, Texas vixen and self-described blerd, Roxxy Haze (Bedtime Bitchin’ with Roxxy Haze) was an accomplished YouTuber with a devoted fanbase before stand-up comedy.  A mother at the age of 19, Roxxy confesses her and now her tween daughter are growing up together.

Recorded: Cedar Closet Studios

Music: “Burn it Down,”  Mat Da Godfatha

Unapologetically, fabulous and sexy  Marilee (Comedy Central) is a tour de force in the Chicago comedy scene.  Recognized by Mo’Nique as a comic to watch- Marilee has every right to declare herself the best female comic in the Windy City.  Marilee joins Vox Celeste- talking astrology; her desire to find love and fertilizing one  of her seven good eggs.

Recorded: Cedar Closet Studios

Music: “Burn it Down,”  Mat Da Godfatha

Lindsey Jenningz‘s (Suicide Girls, Roast Battle) can do a one-handed cartwheel while holding a full glass of wine without spilling a drop.  Lindsey joins Vox Celeste to talk about how the Suicide Girls launched her comedy career; the inherent sexism of school dress codes and why she doesn’t have daddy issues. 

Recorded: Cedar Closet Studios

Music: “Burn it Down,”  Mat Da Godfatha

Some comics become comedians in an attempt to heal childhood wounds.  For Sherrod Small (Comedy Central, Race Wars Podcast, Small Ball)  it was an epic night out with his cousin, Chris Rock.  Sherrod joins Vox Celeste to talk about fatherhood; hanging out with Biggie in high school; his friendship with Ann Coulter and comedy after Covid-19.

Recorded: Cedar Closet Studios

Music: “Burn it Down,”  Mat Da Godfatha

If there is one thing Ashley Austin Morris  (Electric Company) learned from being a daughter of a missionary it is to- show up- even if you don’t want to- just show up.  Whether it’s on the set, on stage or volunteering- she shows up, even if she doesn’t want to. 

Recorded: Cedar Closet Studios

Music: “Burn it Down,”  Mat Da Godfatha

There isn’t a stage Kareem Green (Def Jam Comedy, Showtime at the Apollo) doesn’t own. Unapologetic and far from politically correct, Kareem joins Vox Celeste to discuss his experiences growing-up in foster care and the time he got choked out on stage.

Recorded at Cedar Closet Studios

Music: “Burn it Down,”  Mat Da Godfatha

Todd Montesi (Crashing) is undoubtedly the uncrowned king of New York’s underground comedy scene.  His UG Comedy shows have been a mainstay in the lower east side for well over a decade.  Todd’s  web series “PN and Friends” is an off-beat,  satire about pro wrestling has garnered critical acclaim.   One of the most tenacious guys in the business, Todd never stops creating because “what else am I going to do.”  This week my co-host is Victor Varnado.

Recorded: Comic Strip Live on 3/11/20

Music: “Burn it Down,”  Mat Da Godfatha

Justin Covington (Netflix), diagnosed with a spinal cord injury at the age of two; growing up with a terminally ill father and his battle with obesity were just a few obstacles life threw his way.  Justin joins Vox Celeste sharing his nightmarish Thanksgiving coming-out story and how weight-lifting became his spiritual and physical salvation.

Recorded: Comic Strip Live on 3/4/20

Music: “Burn it Down”, Mat Da Godfatha