Ep 42 Gaining Con-Fidance
This week we're both back on stage and feeling good about it. We talk about our recent sets, how our confidence has improved over the past year, and our thoughts about roast comedy.
Mar 02, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 42
Attempted Delivery
Welcome to Attempted Delivery with Shawn Dickensheets and Damian Nopulos, a podcast about a couple of stand-up comedy fans who decide to try it out for themselves. Laugh with them and laugh at them as they discuss comedy while documenting the journey leading up to and beyond their very first open mic.
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Episodes
Ep 41 Jim Jefferies Goes Hard On Greta
This week we talk about Shawn's forced break from comedy, Damian working on his performance, and our general stage presence. Then we discuss some recent comedy specials and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Feb 23, 2023•1 hr 38 min•Season 1Ep. 41
Ep 40 You're So Vain w/ Jarrod Micale
This week it's our turn to host comedian and host of our very first open mic, Jarrod Micale. We talk about the local scene, comedy during the pandemic, and how to bomb gracefully.
Feb 16, 2023•1 hr 37 min•Season 1Ep. 40
Ep 39 You Can't Kill 'Em All
This week we're forced to do our job and record without a guest. We talk about a local comedy showcase featuring friends, go in depth about our recent performances, and discuss a couple new songs from the band that shall not be named.
Feb 09, 2023•1 hr 39 min•Season 1Ep. 39
Ep 38 Sausage Party w/ Audrie Marsh
This week we bring in a veteran of the Lancaster comedy scene and host of our usual open mic. We discuss her experience in the world of comedy, and get some helpful advice.
Feb 02, 2023•1 hr 58 min•Season 1Ep. 38
Ep 37 Too Cool For School w/ Elliott Gottloeb
This week we have a fellow newbie on the podcast. We talk about his origin story, trying to make his parents laugh, and transitioning from commanding a room full of students to one full of strangers.
Jan 26, 2023•1 hr 49 min•Season 1Ep. 37
Ep 36 Obsessive Comedy Disorder w/ Tyler Wegert
This week we welcome Tyler Wegert to the podcast to discuss comedy and its effects on mental health, both positive and negative. Check out Tyler and The Pink Hoodie Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pink-hoodie-podcast-with-tyler-wegert/id1548781684 https://www.instagram.com/pinkhoodiepodcast/?hl=en https://www.amazon.com/Pink-Hoodie-Podcast-Tyler-Wegert/dp/B08JJT4MGD https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPSgIqHZUN3HUmigx7brYmQ
Jan 19, 2023•1 hr 47 min•Season 1Ep. 36
Ep 35 Ride The Laughter
This week we talk about some controversy in the NFL, then move on to an in depth discussion about the state of our comedy and our goals moving forward.
Jan 12, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 35
Ep 34 Cheers To CBS!
This week we talk about boycotting CBS and the problem with a certain documentary. Then we move on to discuss an upcoming comedy tour and Shawn bombing at recent open mics.
Jan 05, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 34
Ep 33 We Two Have Paddled In The Stream
After discussing finally getting back on stage, we reflect on our first year in comedy and podcasting while setting goals for 2023.
Dec 29, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 33
Ep 32 The Christmas Special
This week for the holidays we are at each other's throats over our favorite (and least favorite) holiday music and films. Happy Xmas...the war is not over!
Dec 22, 2022•1 hr 51 min•Season 1Ep. 32
Ep 31 Did Jay Leno Steal Richard Pryor's Bit?
This week we discuss our lack of comedy and free time. Then we move on to the reduced nicotine content of cigarettes, Elon and Chappelle, Tough Crowd with Colin Quinn, and how little we understand the FTX crypto scandal.
Dec 15, 2022•1 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 31
Ep 30 Genius Is The New Special
This week we talk about more successful comedians and the evolution of comedy specials. Then we discuss some new movies, music, and the silliness of award shows.
Dec 08, 2022•1 hr 27 min•Season 1Ep. 30
Ep 29 Love And Marriage w/ Andrew Brooks
This week we welcome our second guest, Andrew Brooks, to the podcast. After some technical difficulties (see bonus episode) we start over and have a fun and thoughtful conversation about comedy, relationships, and film. Check out Andrew's podcast, Alphabet Soup wherever you get podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/1jZkjzXazUif71QNMDA7hy https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alphabet-soup/id1634293751
Dec 01, 2022•1 hr 37 min•Season 1Ep. 29
Bonus Episode w/ Andrew Brooks
This was our first pass at an episode with our second guest, Andrew Brooks. Unfortunately, due to Damian being a dumbass, Shawn's audio track was not recorded so he is only heard through the other two mics, making him hard to hear. We still wanted to include the episode, as it was a good conversation, but if you find it difficult to listen just skip to episode 29 where we recorded another episode with all audio intact.
Dec 01, 2022•58 min
Ep 28 Burning Down The House
In this early Thanksgiving episode we talk about Taylor Swift breaking Ticketmaster. Then we discuss feeling more comfortable on stage, and a tragic experience that Shawn now shares with Doug Stanhope.
Nov 23, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Season 1Ep. 28
Ep 27 Of Melons And Monologues
This week we talk about having unfair disdain for people solely based on geography. Then we discuss a shift in our approach to open mics before moving on to the passing of Gallagher and Chappelle's latest SNL monologue.
Nov 17, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Ep 26 Head Trauma w/ Kyle Shahan
This week we welcome our very first guest! It's our turn to host comedian Kyle Shahan, who has hosted many of the open mics we've covered on the podcast. Together we discuss Shawn's recent skateboarding injury and ponder our comedy experience thus far.
Nov 10, 2022•1 hr 27 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Ep 25 Star Power
This week we talk about the random violence directed at Keanu Reeves and other news in film. Then we discuss Shawn's last two open mics, and how to get more comfortable on stage.
Nov 03, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Ep 24 Just Another Boring Episode
This week we discuss an exciting new milestone in our podcast career. Then we recap open mics and talk about the process of learning to bomb.
Oct 27, 2022•1 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Ep 23 Let Villains Do Villain Sh*t
This week we talk about a Halloween showcase, our recent bombs, and then discuss weak journalism and loyalty between music fan bases.
Oct 20, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Ep 22 Wolf Man's Got Nards?!
This week we talk about Damian's return to the stage, Shawn's musical revelation, and our top five movies for the Halloween season.
Oct 13, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Ep 21 Nyquil Chicken
This week Shawn and Damian give their respective updates on open mics and fertility treatments, then move on to Kanye's latest shenanigans, Amazon propaganda, and a tasty new internet recipe.
Oct 06, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Ep 20 I Pray To Joe Pesci
This week Damian recounts harrowing tales of water bills and heavy winds, while Shawn tells of a dog's brush with death and a few more open mics. Then we discuss the generational gap defined by how one knows of Joe Pesci.
Sep 29, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Ep 19 "Insert Clever Title Here"
This week we ponder Damian's disappointing sushi experience, Shawn's continued open mic performances, and Jo Koy's new Netflix special.
Sep 22, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Ep 18 Tossed Salads And Scrambled Eggs... I Prefer Syrup!
This week we dive into another Chris Rock "non-troversy" and Shawn's solo trip to the open mic during Damian's temporary hiatus. Then we discuss a potential Frasier reboot, a new comedy special from Sam Morril, and religious outrage at Little Demon.
Sep 15, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Ep 17 Yo, Shut The Fu@k Up!
This week we discuss two recent open mic performances, comedy audience etiquette, and one of Damian's guitar heroes appearing on Rogan.
Sep 08, 2022•1 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Ep 16 Sushi And Sa-Shame-Me
This week we share a couple more of our own clips and discuss the jokes, reveal some embarrassing stories, and contemplate the Mandela Effect.
Sep 01, 2022•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Ep 15 Break A Leg... And Buy A New One
Before heading to a new open mic, we discuss a different kind of Attempted Delivery in our very own state of Pennsylvania, and the probable short life of skateboarding in the Olympics.
Aug 25, 2022•58 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Ep 14 Keep Your Rabbit In Your Pants
We discuss a controversial Scottish comedian, Louis C.K.'s movie, Tim Dillon's new special, and a Cleveland Browns' not-so-happy ending.
Aug 19, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 14
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