This week I am joined by comedians Steve Simeone and Lee Syatt! We talk Popeye's Chicken Sandwich, meeting women on Craigs List, Cursing, Speed Dating, Cursing, Halloween memories, gratitude lists, Jocko Willink, Jiu-Jitsu and much much more! Please share the link to the show on your social media and make someones day. You never know who might need to hear it. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/darrencarter Support this podcast: http://www.darrencarter.com/donate/ Instagram: https://instagram...
Nov 12, 2019•1 hr 21 min
A few weeks ago my family and I moved and I found a not so nice letter that had been sent to me 14 years ago. Yikes! John DiResta did a gig and got a not so nice text after the show. Double Yikes!! We dive DEEP into it both. I also name a few random NYC Subway stops and see if DiResta has any stories for us. No Surprise....he does. Great episode with lots of laughs! John DiResta is an American former New York Transit police officer turned comedian, actor, and woodworker. He has so many great sto...
Nov 05, 2019•1 hr 35 min
Author of FOUR books and one of my new favorite guests Lou Santini! We talk really rich people, Bill Cosby, Class Clowns, Pranks, Spelling Bees, bad manners, good manners, keys to success, childhood, embarrassing moments, showbiz, and much much more! Lou has a funny way of pointing out and calling out amateur behavior of people that have no social etiquette and need a wake up call. This is a really fun episode and I hope you enjoy it. I started this podcast to kind of combat some of the negativi...
Oct 29, 2019•1 hr 41 min
Great reconnecting with my buddy Rajiv Satyal. Funny, quick witted and hard working. We talk about everything from R. Kelly to Willie Nelson to sharing embarrassing stories to his show that he is doing Oct 30 for the U.S. House of Representatives on Capitol Hill. USA! USA! USA! Rajiv Satyal is a Los Angeles-based comedian/host. Satyal has some interesting claims to fame: he Opened for Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in front of 17,000 people. He made the massively viral I am Indian video, wh...
Oct 21, 2019•1 hr 16 min
Fun episode this week with the quick witted Gary Cannon. We recorded this podcast before our shows at the world famous Improv at Lake Tahoe, Nevada. Gary and I talk Joker (Some spoilers), some things we have in common with Joker, awful jobs, the delusion you have to have sometimes have and yet drench yourself with optimism to make it in showbiz. GPS Technology, another pop up alpha male quiz and much much more! When Gary is not performing standup comedy and doing warm up for various TV shows inc...
Oct 15, 2019•1 hr 29 min
He's BACK! Had a blast recording this episode and it's a treat to work with someone this talented. We talked Alpha Male tests, a quiz to see if you are doing old guy behavior, Halloween, Joker, Snoop Dogg, Gas prices and high cost of living and much much more! Josh Robert Thompson has been on Family Guy for eight seasons and voiced and operated Geoff Peterson the animatronic human skeleton that served as the sidekick on The Late Late Show w/ Craig Ferguson. Josh is a great guy and opens up a lot...
Oct 08, 2019•1 hr 48 min
Tom Dreesen has had over 500 television appearances, opened for Frank Sinatra, written books, and has toured around the world. Dreesen continues to perform today. He is also involved in philanthropic endeavors and hosts and annual golf tournament called the Tom Dreesen Celebrity Classic. It was great to sit down with Tom and talk about his great career and also words of wisdom he has picked up along the way. This episode was a lot of fun to record and I know you will enjoy it. Share the link to ...
Oct 01, 2019•1 hr 18 min
I want to thank my guest, Army Veteran Paul Lilley for sharing his fascinating story. Both segments flew by fast and we are joined on this half by the great Frazer Smith. Frazer can be heard weekly in Los Angeles on 95.5 KLOS FM. "The one thing you need to understand is that you are never alone in this fight. Whether it's on the battlefield or off it, whether it's you or someone you know. You always have Brothers and Sisters who will be there for you to give you a helping hand if you are in a da...
Sep 28, 2019•1 hr 31 min
I want to thank my guest, Army Veteran Paul Lilley for sharing his fascinating story. This hour flew by fast and we will be posting the 2nd half later this week. "The one thing you need to understand is that you are never alone in this fight. Whether it's on the battlefield or off it, whether it's you or someone you know. You always have Brothers and Sisters who will be there for you to give you a helping hand if you are in a dark place. Reaching out is never a sign of weakness, and the Veterans...
Sep 24, 2019•53 min
You put your two week notice in at your job....you then put your two week notice in at your apartment...you are ready to leave San Diego and and move to Los Angeles and marry your fiancé .....and then SHE CALLS OFF THE WEDDING. Yikes! What would you do? San Diego Doug calls in and we hear what happens next. This episode is a lot of fun and moves fast. We now a Facebook group. Seach Pocket Party Podcast on FB and join the party! Support this podcast: http://www.darrencarter.com/donate/ Instagram:...
Sep 17, 2019•1 hr 10 min
Today I am joined by award-winning author, "Confessions of a Bronx Bookie" and "Da Mick" Billy O'Connor. He's a former FDNY LT and First Responder at 9/11, Vietnam Vet, Nightclub owner, and Bookie. Billy O’Connor was born in County Cork, Ireland, and grew up on the Bronx streets. After Vietnam, Billy was a Teamster, a pub and restaurant owner, and before becoming a N.Y.C firefighter for 23 years, an illegal bookie. He sailed dove and traveled the world burdened by his addiction to drugs and alco...
Sep 09, 2019•1 hr 14 min
This week my guest is the great Steven Pearl! On this episode we talk everything from our mutual love of The Doors and music of the 60's 70's and 80's....working in New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles at The Comedy Store and now performing and living in Las Vegas. Steven Pearl wrote for Robin Williams (Credits: An Evening with Robin Williams), writing and working with such comedic legends as Sam Kinison, Bill Hicks, Jim Carrey, and Rodney Dangerfield. Steven is thriving in Las Vegas and doing w...
Sep 03, 2019•1 hr 11 min
Marc Maron is a fan and so am I. Frazer Smith is a standup comic and radio legend. Listen in on our conversation as we recap our week in Las Vegas! Aug 27 I'll be headlining at Noche Azul in Santa Clarita get tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/darren-carter-and-friends-comedy-show-tickets-69107724063 We now a Facebook group. Seach Pocket Party Podcast on FB and join the party! Support this podcast: http://www.darrencarter.com/donate / Instagram: https://instagram.com /OfficialDarrenCarte...
Aug 27, 2019•1 hr 2 min
You may know Ahmed Ahmed from many TV and Film credits including Iron Man, Maron, Sullivan and Son, and not a TV show or Movie but real life....Ahmed is the comic that Florida Man called 911 in Spring of 2019. Ahmed Ahmed speaks his mind with no apologies. Must listen if you want to hear the dark side of show business. Aug 27 I'll be headlining at Noche Azul in Santa Clarita get tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/darren-carter-and-friends-comedy-show-tickets-69107724063 We now a Facebook...
Aug 20, 2019•1 hr 35 min
Dr. Dean has been seen on Nick Swardson Pretend Time, Jamie Kennedy's movie, "Heckler", Days of Our Lives, and much More. We talk hanging in the Hamptons with rich people, the things people will do to get an acting job, Bill Cosby and Vince Champ, Bucket lists and no regrets and much much more! This is a feel good episode and I hope it adds some light to your life. I started this podcast to kind of combat some of the negativity that is in the world and online and it's awesome to be a part of you...
Aug 13, 2019•1 hr 23 min
Jimmy Brogan is a brilliant standup comic. He has made numerous standup appearances on The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson and Late Night with David Letterman. He was a writer on the Tonight Show with Jay Leno for 9 years. He has great stories and is a pleasure to be around. What a great talk I had with him. Enjoy! This is a feel good episode and I hope it adds some light to your life. I started this podcast to kind of combat some of the negativity that is in the world and online and it's awesom...
Aug 06, 2019•57 min
Marcella Gee and I talk Hollywood Dreams, Ladies Clothing, New Bits, Black Hollywood Parties, Getting Dissed, Pranks, Dolly Parton, Opening for the New Kids On The Block, Performing in Black Comedy Shows and Much Much More! This is a feel good episode and I hope it adds some light to your life. I started this podcast to kind of combat some of the negativity that is in the world and online and it's awesome to be a part of your week. Now start that party in your earholes! We now a Facebook group. ...
Jul 30, 2019•1 hr 27 min
Just the two of us today. Me and You! Fresh back from Dallas and Fort Worth Texas we talk How I started in Standup, Triggered audiences, My buddy getting his wedding called off, early rap, fixing stuff yourself and much much more! This is a feel good episode and I hope it adds some light to your life. I started this podcast to kind of combat some of the negativity that is in the world and online and it's awesome to be a part of your week. Now start that party in your earholes! We now a Facebook ...
Jul 23, 2019•54 min
He's BACK! Had a blast recording this episode and it's a treat to work with someone this talented. Josh Robert Thompson has been on Family Guy for eight seasons and voiced and operated Geoff Peterson the animatronic human skeleton that served as the sidekick on The Late Late Show w/ Craig Ferguson. Josh is a great guy and opens up a lot on this episode. I think you'll dig it Tell a friend about this podcast in real life and on social media. Let's stop keeping this show a secret! lol We now a Fac...
Jul 16, 2019•1 hr 25 min
Author of four books it's one of my new favorite guest Lou Santini. Lou has a funny way of pointing out and calling out amateur behavior of people that have no social etiquette and need a wake up call. This is a really fun episode and I hope you enjoy it. I started this podcast to kind of combat some of the negativity that is in the world and online and it's awesome to be a part of your week. Now start that party in your earholes! We now a Facebook group. Seach Pocket Party Podcast on FB and joi...
Jul 09, 2019•1 hr 11 min
Great episode! We dive DEEP into the New York Subway system on this one. John DiResta is an American former New York Transit police officer turned comedian, actor, and woodworker. He has so many great stories and keeps the conversation moving along like hobo at the end of the line on the subway. He's got a heart of gold and you would love to party with this guy. Go see him live and check out his YouTube channel and listen to his podcast. I started this podcast to kind of combat some of the negat...
Jul 02, 2019•1 hr 21 min
Jay Davis is an American actor, stand-up comedian and comedy promoter/producer who garnered nationwide attention after appearing in Dane Cook's Tourgasm with Gary Gulman and Robert Kelly. He loves comedy and now books comedians at The World Famous Laugh Factory. Jay is an energetic passionate person who has great stories and has been adding light and laughter to Hollywood for over 20 years. This is a feel good episode and I hope it adds some light to your life. I started this podcast to kind of ...
Jun 24, 2019•1 hr 9 min
Just the two of us today! Me and You! I catch you up on what's been happening and also some of my worst and best jobs, goals and we end with some great advice from previous guests. Gilbert Esquivel, Frank Cronin, Flip Schultz. This is a feel good episode and I hope it adds some light to your life. I started this podcast to kind of combat some of the negativity that is in the world and online and it's awesome to be a part of your week. Now start that party in your earholes! We now a Facebook grou...
Jun 18, 2019•46 min
Johnny Cardinale looks on the sunny side of life and shares some sunshine and laughs on this episode. The Great Mitzi Shore chose Johnny Cardinale to open for Richard Pryor when Mr. Pryor made his return to The Comedy Store in the 90's. Johnny is a talented comic, writer, singer, songwriter and performer. He's got a ton of great stories and this is a great episode! This is a feel good and hopefully inspirational and motivational episode. Now start that party in your earholes! We now a Facebook g...
Jun 10, 2019•1 hr 16 min
Steve Simeone and I break down his news best selling comedy album track by track. We also talk Brody Stevens, good times and importance of setting goals. Steve has toured with Andrew Dice Clay, Pauly Shore, Steve Rannazzisi and Gabriel Iglesias. He hosts the popular podcast "Good Times with Steve Simeone". He's appeared on Comedy Central. He's an all-around good guy and always fun to hang out with. Steve and I have a lot of laughs and also get serious about our approach to life. This is a feel g...
Jun 03, 2019•1 hr 28 min
Candice Michelle is an American model, actress, and retired professional wrestler, best known for her time with World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE). Candice reached the peak of her WWE career when she became the Women’s Champion, becoming the first Diva Search contestant to win the title. Now Candice is applying her Champion lifestyle to motivational coaching. GET YOUR JOLLIES! LET'S START THAT PARTY IN YOUR EARHOLES! Support this podcast: http://www.darrencarter.com/donate/ Instagram: https://i...
May 27, 2019•1 hr 19 min
Comedy legend Paul Rodriguez and I go deep. Paul Rodriguez has done the things most comedians only dream of. Discovered at the World Famous Comedy Store, HBO, Movies, Working with Bob Hope, Lucille Ball, Standup Comedy, Actor, Air Force Veteran, Mexican American. Comedy Legend. Hear all about it.GET YOUR JOLLIES! LET'S START THAT PARTY IN YOUR EARHOLES! Support this podcast: http://www.darrencarter.com/donate/ Instagram: https://instagram.com /OfficialDarrenCarter I have FOUR Live Comedy Albums ...
May 20, 2019•1 hr 20 min
From the Power Pals Podcast it's Comedian Mike Black! We talk Andrew Dice Clay, Marvel Movies, The lost art of reading, The Joker Trailer, Stand Up Comedy, John Pinette and much much more! GET YOUR JOLLIES! LET'S START THAT PARTY IN YOUR EARHOLES! Support this podcast: http://www.darrencarter.com/donate/ Instagram: https://instagram.com /OfficialDarrenCarter I have FOUR Live Comedy Albums on iTunes and Amazon and always appreciate your support. Great laughs and you're giving back with every purc...
May 14, 2019•1 hr 49 min
#57 Back by popular demand! Stevie D left his small town in Kentucky for the bright lights of Hollywood. Self-described "White trash hillbilly" rose through the stand-up ranks to become a star on the Sunset Strip. Since the release of his successful concert DVD "The Rockstars of Comedy" Stevie began developing projects with rock legend Tommy Lee, UFC Champion Rich Franklin, Hot Rod Builder of the Year Troy Ladd and other celebrities. With a beautiful wife, he was also enjoying the greatest adven...
May 08, 2019•1 hr 47 min
Today I am joined by award-winning author, "Confessions of a Bronx Bookie" and "Da Mick" Billy O'Connor. He's a former FDNY LT and First Responder at 9/11, Vietnam Vet, Nightclub owner, and Bookie. I'm also joined by Pocket Party Podcast favorite John Diresta. This is a hilarious episode and the hour flew by. Get your Jollies! Let's stop keeping this show a secret! lol We now a Facebook group. Seach Pocket Party Podcast on FB and join the party! Wanna buy me a cup of coffee? Share the link and g...
May 01, 2019•1 hr 45 min
