Best Stu McCallister Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 160 - Scratching the Itch w/ Stu McCallister 1:09:25

6d ago1:09:25

1:09:25

We're back after a bit of a hiatus! This week, Grand Rapids comedian, Stu McCallister, is on the podcast! Stu was a pillar in the GR comedy community for years and was the house emcee at Dr. Grins comedy club before taking 5 years off from comedy. Now he's back! Stu also hosts his own podcast called the LMNOPodcast! Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny …

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Ep 159 - Open Mats w/ Steve Widzinski 44:29

1M ago44:29

44:29

This week, Carl sits down with new face, Steve Widzinski! Steve has been hitting the stages hard over the last 13 months. He's a sharp writer with a unique stage presence. Steve is a regular at the Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase and recently did his first hosting weekend there. He'll also be working at Ridley's Comedy Castle this month as well. Instagra…

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Ep 158 - The Clip Era w/ Alex Bozinovic 51:08

2M ago51:08

51:08

After some time off, the podcast is back! Carl sits down with his good pal, Alex Bozinovic. Alex makes his third appearance on the pod. He's one of the best comedians in the scene. He's performed at a ton of festivals and co-hosts his own podcast called "Good Morning We're Dying". Instagram : @carlsaysstuff Alex Bozinovic Instagram : @alexbozinovic…

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Ep 157 - Come For My Nuggets w/ Emma Stevenson 55:53

2M ago55:53

55:53

Carl returns with the funny, Emma Stevenson! Emma makes her third appearance on the podcast! She's a strong joke writer and one of the more underrated comedians in the scene. Emma is a regular and the Independent Comedy Club and Ridley's Comedy Castle. Instagram : @carlsaysstuff Emma Stevenson Instagram : @emstev14 Music Jesse Passage Instagram : @…

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Ep 156 - Melancholic Slay Queen w/ Emily Clark 56:14

3M ago56:14

56:14

This week, Carl talks to newcomer, Emily Clark! Emily is very funny for only being 6 months into comedy. She's ahead of the game. She has a background in acting and improv which contributes to that. Emily is in the process of taking her second class at Mark Ridley's Comedy Castle as well. Instagram : @carlsaysstuff Emily Clark Instagram : @eminee18…

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Ep 155 - Wind Chime Bomb w/ Rachel Leigh 1:03:59

3M ago1:03:59

1:03:59

This week, Carl welcomes Ohio comedian, Rachel Leigh! Rachel is super funny and a regular at Grumpy Dave's in Bowling Green. She is a sharp writer with strong stage presence. The two discuss her eventually crossing state lines, a horrifying heckler at Grumpy Dave's and of course, her worst bomb. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Rachel Leigh Instagra…

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Ep 154 - Whiskey Pond w/ Preston Hart 57:10

4M ago57:10

57:10

This week, Carl welcomes first timer, Preston Hart! Preston is one of the more consistent comedians in the scene. Preston is to put it simply...underrated. You want nose down, well written jokes, then book him! The two discuss Preston's upcoming big move and he also tells one of Carl's favorite bombing stories to date. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfun…

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Ep 153 - Drama Queen w/ Mary Spencer 54:58

4M ago54:58

54:58

This week, Mary Spencer, returns to the podcast again! Mary is a fantastic joke writer that has made some waves in the comedy scene the last few years. Mary is all over the place performing. She has performed at the Tree Town Comedy Festival and recently closed out her first show at Bombs Away! Comedy at the Comet in Cincinnati. Instagram : @carljo…

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Ep 152 - Gimmie Some Sauce w/ Hannah Osborne 56:37

4M ago56:37

56:37

This week, Hannah Osborne returns! Hannah is a comedian from Monroe and is one of the funniest up and coming people in the scene. She is a regular at the Toledo Funny Bone and Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle and has opened up for some big names. Hannah is also going to be performing at this year's Tree Town Comedy Festival in Ann Arbor in March! Instag…

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Ep 151 - Big Year w/ Blain Hill 1:00:23

4M ago1:00:23

1:00:23

This week, one of the funniest, Blain Hill, returns to the podcast! Blain had a big year in 2024. He headlined the Detroit House of Comedy and the infamous Mark Ridley's Comedy Castle. Blain is one of the hardest working comedians and one of the best joke writers. Blain also produces/appears on Brad Wenzel’s podcast called “Moment of Wenz”. Instagr…

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Ep 150 - Can You Hear My Face w/ Patty Rooney 52:55

5M ago52:55

52:55

One of Carl's favorites, the very funny Patty Rooney returns again! Patty has been doing comedy for about 3 years now and has done well for herself in that time. She is a regular at the Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase and has also worked at the Toledo Funny Bone opening the shows. She has a background in acting and sketch comedy as well. Instagram : @car…

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Ep 149 - Getting To The Meat w/ Amber Maeda 47:46

5M ago47:46

47:46

This week, Amber Maeda returns to the podcast after quite some time! Amber started comedy in Ohio and made her way to the mitten. She is a producer at the Independent Comedy Club and can be seen there regularly. Carl and Amber skip the small talk and get right to it. Instagram : @carlsaysstuff Amber Maeda Instagram : @ambermaedajoke Music Jesse Pas…

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Ep 148 - Sad Edit w/ Dave Crumbley 59:32

5M ago59:32

59:32

This week, Carl talks with Toledo comedian and producer, Dave Crumbley! Dave has been doing stand up comedy for 8 years but has recently made a name for himself in the Toledo comedy scene for producing some of the best shows. The two dive into that, recent news and more! Instagram : @carlsaysstuff Dave Crumbley Instagram : @davecrumbley Produced Sh…

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Ep 147 - Not Special w/ Brett Mercer 50:43

6M ago50:43

50:43

This week, comedian Brett Mercer returns again! Brett has a hot new special out on YouTube! Brett is one of the best and most original comedy voices in the scene. He is also a producer at the Independent Comedy Club. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Brett Mercer Instagram : @brett_mercer_ Special : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IunpoiBuoC0 Music J…

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Ep 146 - Time Keeps Moving w/ Tim Finkel 56:51

6M ago56:51

56:51

This week, Carl catches up with comedian, Tim Finkel! Tim's life is completely different from when he was on the first time. Carl and Tim talk about that and how comedy plays an important role in getting through everyday. Tim can be seen headlining at the Perch Point Conservation Club in Casco on January 11th and also headlining the infamous Ridley…

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Ep 145 - Corporate Bomb w/ Drew Harmon 1:08:20

6M ago1:08:20

1:08:20

This week, Carl sits down with comedian, Drew Harmon! Drew is a veteran comic that started comedy in Grand Rapids before moving to San Francisco and performing there for years. He is now back in Michigan and still slinging them jokes. The two talk about Drew's interesting work history, San Francisco comedy and much more! Instagram : @carljohnsonisf…

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Ep 144 - Nice Guy Face w/ Brady Keene 54:35

6M ago54:35

54:35

After a few weeks off, Carl is back with new face and Ann Arbor comedian, Brady Keene! Brady has a background in acting. His first set ever was in front of 200 people doing a headlining set at a coffee shop. Brady is a regular at the Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Brady Keene Instagram : @bradykeene15 Music Jesse Passage…

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Ep 143 - Beer Baby Shower w/ Jon Ruggiero 1:04:23

7M ago1:04:23

1:04:23

This week on MSOT, Carl chats with veteran Toledo comedian, Jon Ruggiero! Jon is a staple of the Toledo scene and hosts the one of the longest running mics in Ohio at Grumpy Dave's Pub. Jon frequents the Michigan comedy scene and is a regular at the Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Jon Ruggiero Instagram : @ruggierojon Mus…

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Ep 142 - Quarter Pound Town w/ Ella Horwedel 54:31

7M ago54:31

54:31

This week, Ella Horwedel, returns to the podcast! Ella is one of the mainstays in the Ann Arbor scene. Ella has performed at a ton of festivals including Skankfest and the Laughing Skull comedy festival. She is also the producer for the Don't Tell Ann Arbor shows. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Ella Horwedel Instagram : @el_widdle Music Jesse Pass…

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Ep 141 - Black Points w/ Bret Hayden 46:33

8M ago46:33

46:33

This week on MSOT, good friend and Ann Arbor comedian, Bret Hayden returns again! Bret is the creator of the popular stand up comedy show, Comedy Rumble. Bret is a regular at the Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase and Comedy Castle as well. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Bret Hayden Instagram : @comedyrumble Music Jesse Passage Instagram : @thebignap Art R…

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Ep 140 - Maybe Some Other Chinese Rocket w/ Johnny Mocny & Louis D. Michael 1:03:54

8M ago1:03:54

1:03:54

After a long break, Carl chats with dynamic duo, Johnny Mocny and Louis D. Michael! Both are comedians out of Lansing. Johnny hosts his own podcast titled 'We Are Movies' and Louis co-hosts a podcast with Johnny called 'Chinese Rocket Force' because why not. Johnny and Louis are two of the best up and coming comedians in the Midwest! Instagram : @c…

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Ep 139 - Tim Walz Energy w/ Pat Sievert 56:45

9M ago56:45

56:45

This week, one of the funniest comedians walking planet Earth, Pat Sievert returns again to the show! Pat is a Lansing comedian and a booker of the infamous Mac's Comedy Night. Pat opens up for Gary Gulman when Gary is in Michigan. Pat somewhat recently made his headlining debut at the Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase as well. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfu…

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Ep 138 - Not For Me w/ Darius Walker 56:35

9M ago56:35

56:35

This week, Carl chats with Grand Rapids comedian, Darius Walker! Darius has made an impact on the scene in the 4 years he's been doing comedy and is beloved by his peers. He recently made his debut working at Grins which is a pillar of Grand Rapids comedy. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Darius Walker Instagram : @the_dariuswalker Music Jesse Passa…

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Ep 137 - Dead Tony w/ Jacob Barr 50:44

10M ago50:44

50:44

Fresh off a killer appearance on Kill Tony, Jacob Barr returns again to the podcast! Jacob is a killer comedian from Ann Arbor and currently staying in Austin for the Summer. The duo talks Kill Tony and a couple other things going on in the world. You can catch Jacob headlining the Detroit House of Comedy this Friday on August 2nd. Instagram : @car…

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Ep 136 - The Counterpunch w/ Ryan Brown 54:43

10M ago54:43

54:43

This week, Ryan Brown returns to the podcast! Ryan is a hilarious comedian that has made some waves in the comedy scene in a short amount of time. Ryan is a solid writer with a knack for speaking his mind on stage. You can catch Ryan headlining the Ann Arbor Comedy showcase on July 26th and 27th. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Ryan Brown Instagram…

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Ep 135 - All Cannonball w/ James Couture 1:00:18

11M ago1:00:18

1:00:18

This week, Carl chats with comedian and Salsa Parlor alum, James Couture! James was in Lansing doing comedy for years before moving to Chicago. He's a fun loving, hilarious energetic work horse. James is the guy you want at the party. The two dive into Chicago comedy and a bunch more! Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny James Couture Instagram : @juicy…

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Ep 134 - To Nebraska, With Love w/ Diana Graham 59:10

12M ago59:10

59:10

After a few weeks off, Carl sits down with returning guest and comedian, Diana Graham! Diana is a wicked smart joke writer with a hefty following on Tik Tok. The duo discuss Diana's time in Nebraska, the ups and downs of the Michigan comedy scene and much more! Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Diana Graham Instagram : @diana.graham Tik Tok : https:/…

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Ep 133 - Pizza Mortar w/ Chris Barrett 42:44

1y ago42:44

42:44

This week, Carl gets to know comedian, Chris Barrett. Chris is a newcomer to the scene and has been performing a ton lately. Chris has a podcast with another comedian and former MSOT guest, Drew Campbell, titled 'Sex Monkey Dungeon'. Carl and Chris talk about Chris's time in the military, comedy and much more! Fun chat! Instagram : @carljohnsonisfu…

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Ep 132 - Special Delivery w/ Camila Ballario 52:15

1y ago52:15

52:15

On this episode, the super talented and hilarious, Camila Ballario returns! Camila has a special titled 'Real Love' that drops tonight on YouTube! Go check it out! She is a super solid comedian that mixes traditional stand up comedy with musical comedy. Camila also is a co-producer of Detroit's Don't Tell Comedy shows. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfun…

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Ep 131 - The Magnificent One w/ Gerrit Elzinga & Jacqui Marpa 50:55

1y ago50:55

50:55

On this episode, Carl sits down with his Grand Rapids comedian pals, Gerrit Elzinga and Jacqui Marpa! Gerrit is a veteran comedian and house emcee at Dr. Grins Comedy Club in Grand Rapids. Jacqui Marpa is a dark and clever joke writer and recently performed at Sketchfest in SF. The trio get into it! Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Gerrit Instagram …

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Ep 130 - Too Much Running w/ Alisa Iannelli 54:57

1y ago54:57

54:57

This week, Carl sits down with the showroom manager of the Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase and friend, Alisa Iannelli! Alisa is the first guest on the pod that isn't a comedian but has plenty of experience dealing with them. Alisa opens up about an awkward date, advice on how to get into the Showcase and much more! Also, NEVER run the light! Instagram : …

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Ep 129 - Personality Pills w/ Jen Richardson 51:01

1y ago51:01

51:01

This week, Carl sits down with Windsor comedian and producer, Jen Richardson! This is the first time Carl has met Jen. Jen is one of the producers/creators of 'Gang's All Here' comedy. Jen and Tim Reaburn are partially responsible for revitalizing the Windsor comedy scene and creating more stage time for Windsor and Michigan comedians by running su…

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Ep 128 - Don't Eat Where You Play w/ Johanna Medranda 56:20

1y ago56:20

56:20

Johanna Medranda finally returns to the podcast! Johanna is a comedian and a producer of Don't Tell Comedy Detroit, Honorary Mentions Comedy and is one of the producers of the Independent Comedy Club. She also co-hosts her own podcast titled 'Each Other's Mothers'. Johanna also recently released her first special called 'Elsa' and you can find it o…

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Ep 127 - Comfort Jokes w/ Tim Locke 46:09

1y ago46:09

46:09

This week, Carl sits down with Muskegon comedian and booker, Tim Locke! Tim has been gaining some momentum lately with featuring and headlining a ton. Tim is the founder of "Fresh Ghost Comedy" which books several rooms on the west side of the state. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Tim Locke Instagram : @freshghostcomedy Music Jesse Passage Instagr…

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Ep 126 - Laughter Is In Their Pelvis w/ T. Barb 52:31

1y ago52:31

52:31

This week, Carl chats with Detroit comedy legend, T. Barb! T. Barb is an assassin on stage and brings an energy and likeability that most comics would love to possess. She has an album out titled "T. Barb Live At the Independent". She has a cookbook called "The Hoodrat Kitchen Cookbook". T. Barb has also done a Ted Talk. Instagram : @carljohnsonisf…

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Ep 125 - Couch Surfing w/ Vivian Burgett 40:58

1y ago40:58

40:58

This week, Vivian Burgett, returns to the podcast! Vivian runs a weekly open mic in Ann Arbor at the Heidelberg and a monthly show called Fem Feedback at Blom (Bloom) in Ann Arbor. She is a super solid writer and performer and is quickly becoming a staple of the scene. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Vivian Burgett Instagram : @vivianburgettcomedy …

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Ep 124 - Lavender Lavalier w/ Greg Sharp 43:00

1+ y ago43:00

43:00

This week on MSOT, Greg Sharp returns! Greg is a comedian from Dexter and was the creator/producer behind The Comedy Experiment. Greg recently started his own podcast titled "I'm Glad You're Here"! Greg is one of the most down to earth people and writes from a goofy perspective on life. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Greg Sharp Instagram : @gregsh…

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Ep 123 - Comedy Is Like A Secret w/ Luke Nesbitt 50:17

1+ y ago50:17

50:17

This week, Carl chats with the very funny, Luke Nesbitt! Luke is back doing comedy after a break. Luke was one of the comedians in the Lansing scene from Salsa Parlor's early days. He is a regular at the Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase. Luke is a very good writer and super consistent on stage. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Luke Nesbitt Instagram : @luk…

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Ep 122 - Two Carls One Pod w/ Carl Sobel 59:43

1+ y ago59:43

59:43

This week, Carl Sobel returns! Carl is a hilarious story teller comedian from Grand Rapids. He runs a weekly show at River City Saloon on Wednesdays. Carl is one of the funniest up and coming comics from western Michigan. The Carls talk about their weekends in Traverse City and much more! Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Carl Sobel Instagram : @carl…

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Ep 121 - The Two-Parter w/ Patty Rooney & Emma Stevenson (PT 2) 44:29

1+ y ago44:29

44:29

See episode info for part 1.By Carl Johnson

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Ep 121 - The Two-Parter w/ Patty Rooney & Emma Stevenson (PT 1) 48:57

1+ y ago48:57

48:57

This week, it's time for the annual three person podcast and first ever two part episode! This wasn't meant to be a two-parter but the trio couldn't stop talking. Patty Rooney and Emma Stevenson join Carl to talk all the nonsense! Patty is a terrific writer and performer with a background in sketch and film. Emma is a strong writer that recently pe…

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Ep 120 - Hotness Trumps Religion w/ Alaina Bamfield 45:40

1+ y ago45:40

45:40

This week, Alaina Bamfield returns again to the podcast! Alaina started in Lansing and has since been in NY for almost a year. She is a brilliant writer with an honest voice. She has opened up for some of New York's best comics and has performed at the Savage Henry comedy festival. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Alaina Bamfield Instagram : @alaina…

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Ep 119 - You Did Good Up There w/ Drew Campbell 58:55

1+ y ago58:55

58:55

This week on the podcast, Carl sits down with the dark and hilarious, Drew Campbell! Drew started comedy in Saginaw before recently moving closer to the Detroit area. He works at the Detroit House Of Comedy and is a regular there and recently opened up for Nate Timmel at One Night Stan's in Waterford. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Drew Campbell I…

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Ep 118 - I Just Go Where People Make Me Feel Good w/ Skippy Rose 46:39

1+ y ago46:39

46:39

This week on the podcast, Carl sits down with Skippy Rose! Skippy is a good writer with a background in improv. She gets on stage a lot and writes a ton. She is also a regular at the Windsor Comedy Club (Brewing For Comedy). Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Skippy Instagram : @skippyrosecomedy Music Jesse Passage Instagram : @thebignap Art Rachel Ha…

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Ep 117 - Gabby Table w/ Zach Martina 51:20

1+ y ago51:20

51:20

This week, Carl talks with one of the more successful comics in the scene, Zach Martina! Zach is one of the hardest working comedians in the scene and is fun to see live! He opens up for Rory Scovel and Chad Daniels regularly. He travels a ton and headlines some of the best clubs in the country. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Zach Martina Instagra…

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Ep 116 - Karaoke Queen w/ Alexa Stanton 1:07:41

1+ y ago1:07:41

1:07:41

This week, Carl sits down with Grand Rapids comedian, Alexa Stanton! Alexa started comedy in Seattle and has a fun origin story. She's a story teller with a great energy and jokes that pack some heavy punches. Alexa is one of the funniest up and coming comics on the west side of the state. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Alexa Stanton Instagram : @…

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Ep 115 - Spit Take w/ Julianna Loera-Wiggins 54:28

1+ y ago54:28

54:28

On this episode of MSOT, Carl chats with newcomer, Julianna Loera-Wiggins! Julianna is from Ypsilanti. She recently performed at the Latina Comedy Festival in Chicago! She also produces a monthly show at Oscar's in Saline. Julianna is fun and funny! Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Julianna Instagram : @_mucusgracias Music Jesse Passage Instagram : …

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Ep 114 - Wedding Crusher w/ Andrew Guay 53:48

1+ y ago53:48

53:48

This week, Carl sits down with the funny and delightful, Andrew Guay! Andrew is fairly new to stand up comedy but at one point lived in Los Angeles somewhat pursuing comedy. Andrew is very easy going and brings that same energy to the stage. He's a solid writer and might be the nicest guy in the comedy scene. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Andrew …

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Ep 113 - Trippin and Healing w/ Tyler Nissen 50:24

1+ y ago50:24

50:24

This week on MSOT, Tyler Nissen returns! Tyler is a working comic that can be described as a jokesmith. He's a great writer. The two dive into it! They talk healing, Friends, comedy and much more! Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Tyler Nissen Instagram : @nylertissen Music Jesse Passage Instagram : @thebignap Art Rachel Harper Instagram : @rachelroc…

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Ep 112 - Fluffy Bee w/ Hannah Osborne 57:47

1+ y ago57:47

57:47

This week, Carl sits down with a promising new face, Hannah Osborne! Hannah was a finalist at the One Night Stan's Comedy Rumble. She is a sharp writer with a conversational delivery. Hannah will be hosting upcoming weekends at the Detroit House of Comedy and Mark Ridley's Comedy Castle. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Hannah Osborne Instagram : @i…

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