It's officially the one year anniversary of this podcast! Carl sits down with the very funny and irreverent, Nick Kelley! Nick tries his hardest to end this podcast for good. Nick is a very well liked comedian that isn't afraid to talk about what he deems to be hilarious. He isn't edgy for the sake of being edgy though, his writing is sharp and honest. He won the Detroit to LA contest at Mark Ridley's Comedy Castle. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Nick Kelley Instagram : @nickkelleyyy Music : Je...
Feb 24, 2022•54 min•Ep. 47
On this week's episode, Carl is joined by newcomer, Danielle B! Danielle has been doing stand up for a little over a year but has the writing of a veteran comedian. She has a relaxed demeanor on stage and let's her jokes do the talking. Carl and Danielle talk comedy, day jobs, and Carl gets some closure on the "butt crack incident". Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Danielle B. Instagram : @danielle.b.comedy Music Jesse Passage Instagram : @thebignap Art Rachel Harper Instagram : @rachelrockstar...
Feb 17, 2022•53 min•Ep. 46
In this episode, Carl chats with comedian, Tyler Nissen! Tyler took a break from stand up years ago after an incident on stage and has returned. He's a clever and tight joke writer. Tyler has worked at Mark Ridley's Comedy Castle and shows a lot of promise of becoming one of the sharpest joke writers in the state. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Tyler Nissen Instagram : @nylertissen Music Jesse Passage Instagram : @thebignap Art Rachel Harper Instagram : @rachelrockstar...
Feb 10, 2022•48 min•Ep. 45
Finally, Carl sits down with his best friend and beloved comedian, Sam Rager! Sam is one of the most original voices in the Michigan comedy scene and is considered by many as a comedian's comedian. She's a top notch writer and has an album that is currently playing on Sirius radio called "Trigger Warning*". Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Sam Rager Instagram : @ragersamantha Album : https://open.spotify.com/artist/0H7qGRvf6Utx7aJWyJwiJZ https://music.apple.com/us/album/trigger-warning/1449665414...
Feb 03, 2022•53 min•Ep. 44
This week on the podcast, Carl sits down with Lansing heavy hitter, Robert Jenkins! Robert is a veteran comedian other comedians were talking about when he was just six months in. Robert has a calming presence on stage with smart observations and hard hitting punch lines and he isn't afraid to touch on some uncomfortable subjects. He has a recent album titled "Attempted Salvation" that is available. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Robert Jenkins Instagram : @robjcomedy Album : https://music.appl...
Jan 27, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 43
In this episode, Carl gets to sit down with the multi-talented, Camila Ballario. Camila is a very funny comedian and talented singer/song writer. Camila recently did a Ted Talk here in Detroit and has an album available called "Another Good Mistake" and a single titled "Ghost Town" that you can listen to on streaming services. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Camila Ballario Instagram : @camilaballario Ted Talk : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4_0_kStplJY&t=375s Music : https://open.spotify....
Jan 20, 2022•49 min•Ep. 42
Bret Hayden makes his return to the podcast! Today is also his birthday!!! Bret is the creator of the unique competition show, "Comedy Rumble", and is a regular at the Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase and Mark Ridley's Comedy Castle. Bret is a staple of the Michigan comedy scene and one of the best! Carl and Bret talk like the friends that they are. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Bret Hayden Instagram : @comedyrumble Music Jesse Passage Instagram : @thebignap Art Rachel Harper Instagram : @rachelrocks...
Jan 13, 2022•48 min•Ep. 41
Happy New Year! After 3 weeks off for the holidays, Carl sits down and gets to know the hilarious and intelligent, Jack Reeves! Carl is a fan. Jack is a clever joke writer and the kind of comedian that makes other comedians jealous. Jack writes short jokes where every word matters. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Jack Reeves Instagram : @jackreeeeves Music Jesse Passage Instagram : @thebignap Art Rachel Harper Instagram : @rachelrockstar...
Jan 06, 2022•54 min•Ep. 40
This is the last episode of the year because of the holidays. Carl sits down with Ann Arbor comedian, Andrew Yang! Andrew has been doing stand up for over 5 years. He's very funny, likeable, and has a good energy. He's really become a strong comic over the past year. Andrew runs a couple rooms in Ann Arbor and one of them is called the Blind Pig and it's quickly becoming one of the best rooms in the state. Instagram : @carljohsonisfunny Andrew Yang Instagram : @ndrw.yang Music Jesse Passage Inst...
Dec 17, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 39
Carl sits down with the wonderful and hilarious, Nick Tenaglia! Nick is a comedian from the Detroit area and has solid jokes packed with an original delivery. Nick is a producer at the Independent Comedy Club in Hamtramck. The two talk about how to compliment comedians after their sets, Carl tells Nick about a recent embarrassing experience at an open mic and much more! Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Nicholas Tenaglia Instagram : @nicholas_tenaglia_ Music Jesse Passage Instagram : @thebignap Ar...
Dec 10, 2021•58 min•Ep. 38
In this episode, Carl chats with the hilarious and Tik-Tok famous comedian, Diana Graham! Diana is a delight! He started comedy about three years ago and is quickly becoming a staple in the Michigan scene. Diana's approach to stand up is a sight to see. His stage presence and conversational style blended with smartly written jokes will make you pay attention. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Diana Graham Instagram : @diana.graham Music Jesse Passage Instagram : @thebignap Art Rachel Harper @rache...
Dec 03, 2021•47 min•Ep. 37
In this episode, Carl gets a visit from Toledo's own, Mike Szar! Mike is considered a Michigan comic by many because he spent most of his stage time here coming up. Mike lives in New York now. Mike just recorded his debut album here and absolutely crushed it! The two talk a lot of comedy, the NY scene and much more! Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Mike Szar Instagram : @mikeszar_ Twitter : @mikeszar_ Music Jesse Passage Instagram : @thebignap Art Rachel Harper Instagram : @rachelrockstar...
Nov 26, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 36
Carl sits down in person with his friend and very funny comedian, Wesley Ward! Wes is a staple in the Michigan comedy scene and has been around for over a decade. He has a fantastic album available titled "White Forest Whitaker" that you can find everywhere. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Wes Ward Instagram : @weswardcomedy Album : https://music.apple.com/us/album/white-forest-whitaker/1465029992 https://open.spotify.com/album/51XPSIdjODubYYRGu70yiD Music Jesse Passage Instagram : @thebignap Ar...
Nov 18, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 35
In this episode, Carl talks with one of Lansing's finest, Louis D. Michael! Louis is a fantastic comedian and beloved by his peers. Louis's solid joke writing coupled with his likeability makes him a favorite on stage. Carl and Louis talk a ton about comedy, black rooms, and much more! Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Louis D. Michael Instagram : @louthesurgeon Music Jesse Passage Instagram : @thebignap Art Rachel Harper Instagram : @rachelrockstar...
Nov 11, 2021•1 hr•Ep. 34
In this episode, Carl talks to the hilarious, Jacqui Marpa! After taking close to a 3 years off because of school, Jacqui is back doing comedy! Jacqui started in 2013 and was quickly becoming a Lansing favorite at the time and is now in Grand Rapids. The two talk about her returning to comedy and much much more. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Jacqui Marpa Instagram : @_jacquijac Music Jesse Passage Instagram : @thebignap Art Rachel Harper Instagram : @rachelrockstar...
Oct 29, 2021•59 min•Ep. 33
Carl gets to hang out with Lansing comedian, Trevor Tress! Trevor is a fantastic up and coming comic with a ton of promise. He's a great writer with tight jokes. The two dive into mental health, video games vs movies, and Trevor tells one hell of a bombing story. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Trevor Tress Instagram : @trevor_tress Twitter : @trevortress Music Jesse Passage Instagram : @thebignap Art Rachel Harper Instagram : @rachelrockstar...
Oct 22, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 32
Carl catches up with Lansing comedian and resident movie buff Johnny Mocny! Johnny has only been at it for a few years but is becoming a solid comedian with an interesting stage presence. Johnny has his own podcast called "We Are Movies" and you can check it out wherever podcasts are available. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Johnny Mocny Instagram : @johnnymocny Music Jesse Passage Instagram : @thebignap Art Rachel Harper Instagram : @rachelrockstar...
Oct 15, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 31
In this episode, Carl chats with his friend and hilarious Lansing comedian, Jake Ford! Jake is a fantastic joke writer and talented musician. He is apart of the Salsa Parlor which is a group of comedians in Lansing that create content together. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Jake Ford Instagram : @comicjakeford Jake's music : https://open.spotify.com/artist/1c2Zfj9ilcVmHq8U7OmnTN?si=86dbATYUTRKi4PQyR8SbAQ&dl_branch=1 https://open.spotify.com/artist/1b17pNackw7aDoGd6NIZzK?si=_rN98fi5SRuSsGMl...
Oct 07, 2021•49 min•Ep. 30
Carl sits down with Detroit's own, Melanie Hearn! Melanie is a very funny comedian that got good fast. She's now a veteran in the scene and travels back forth from Detroit to LA on a regular basis. The two talk a lot about comedy, scary dates, The Wonder Years and much much more! Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Melanie Hearn Instagram : @melaniej_comedy Music Jesse Passage Instagram : @thebignap Art Rachel Harper Instagram : @rachelrockstar...
Oct 01, 2021•57 min•Ep. 29
Carl catches up with Hastings comedian, Matt Harper! Matt has been doing comedy for quite some time now and has his own podcast titled "Another Episode" that he does with another comedian. The two discuss Norm Macdonald, live action role play, and much more! Instagram : carljohnsonisfunny Matt Harper Instagram : @funnymatty Music Jesse Passage Instagram : @thebignap Art Rachel Harper Instagram : @rachelrockstar
Sep 23, 2021•51 min•Ep. 28
Carl sits down with his good friend and funny comedian, Ashley Kehn! Ashley is newer to the scene but she's a solid writer with smart observations that pack a punch. Carl and Ashley discuss Carl's missed opportunities, marriage, the worst ways to hold a microphone and much much more! Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Ashley Kehn Instagram : @kehn_on_you Music Jesse Passage Instagram : @thebignap Art Rachel Harper Instagram : @rachelrockstar...
Sep 09, 2021•53 min•Ep. 27
Carl catches up with Kalamazoo comedian, Bob Fredericks! Bob is a veteran comedian and the boss of the Kzoo comedy scene (he would hate me saying that). The two discuss Twitch, masturbation and much more! You can follow Bob's ventures on twitch @ GamePassDad. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Bob Fredericks Instagram :@bob_fred_rick Twitter : @bob_fred_rick Music Jesse Passage Instagram : @thebignap Art Rachel Harper Instagram : @rachelrockstar...
Sep 03, 2021•49 min•Ep. 26
Carl hangs out virtually with veteran Lansing comedian, Will Green! Will started comedy in Maine about 11 years ago and is now a Lansing staple. Will also has a really unique podcast called "We Lost A Good One". Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Will Green Instagram : @willgreenmakesjokes Music Jesse Passage Instagram : @thebignap Art Rachel Harper Instagram : @rachelrockstar
Aug 26, 2021•48 min•Ep. 25
Carl sits down with Ann Arbor comedian, Jacob Barr! Jacob just recorded his debut album. He's a regular at the Toledo Funnybone and Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase. He's a fantastic comedian with a unique perspective. We get into it! Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Jacob Barr Instagram : @kidwiththehands Twitter : @kidwiththehands Music Jesse Passage Instagram : @thebignap Art Rachel Harper Instagram : @rachelrockstar
Aug 20, 2021•48 min•Ep. 24
After an 8 day break, the podcast returns with one of the truest pros in comedy, Andy Beningo! Andy has been seen on CMT, NBC, Gotham Comedy Live, and has his own Dry Bar Comedy special on YouTube! Andy took Carl on the road early on and has been somewhat of a mentor. The two dive into it! Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Andy Beningo Instagram : @bingocomedy Twitter : @bingocomedy Music Jesse Passage Instagram : @thebignap Art Rachel Harper Instagram : @rachelrockstar...
Aug 13, 2021•52 min•Ep. 23
Carl gets a visit from one of Detroit's finest comedians, Blain Hill! Blain is a veteran comic in the scene and is a fantastic joke writer. He's a regular at the Comedy Castle in Royal Oak. Blain has a podcast with two other Detroit comedians titled "Big Time Garbage" and it's a fun listen! The two talk a lot about Covid comedians and the time Blain bombed as Patrice O'neal. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Blain Hill Instagram : @blainhill Twitter : @BlainHill Music Jesse Passage Instagram : @th...
Jul 29, 2021•49 min•Ep. 22
Carl sits down to catch up with Flint comedian, Ben Langworthy! Ben was on a break from comedy pre pandemic because he was raising his kids. Ben plans on returning to comedy in the Fall. Ben is a very funny stand up and needs to be on stage. He's too good. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Music Jesse Passage Instagram : @thebignap Art Rachel Harper Instagram : @rachelrockstar
Jul 22, 2021•48 min•Ep. 21
Carl catches up with his friend and very funny comedian from Toledo, Reese Leonard! Reese is a veteran comic and a regular at the Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase here in Michigan. Reese has opened up for some big names and works the road as a feature. Reese opens up about his recently discovered feelings towards comedy. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Reese Leonard Instagram : @reese_comedy Twitter : @reeseleonard Music Jesse Passage Instagram : @thebignap Art Rachel Harper Instagram : @rachelrockstar...
Jul 15, 2021•49 min•Ep. 20
Carl sits down with his pal and veteran comedian from Grand Rapids, Gerrit Elzinga! Gerrit is a fantastic comic and has been at it for 15 years. Gerrit started comedy at age fifteen. He has 3 albums out titled "Perspective", "Bullet-Biter : The Emcee Sessions" and "Slight Return". They are available everywhere. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Gerrit Elzinga Instagram : @gerrit__elzinga Twitter : @GerritElzinga Music Jesse Passage Instagram : @thebignap Art Rachel Harper Instagram : @rachelrockst...
Jul 08, 2021•50 min•Ep. 19
After a week off, we're back! In this episode, Carl gets a visit from Detroit comedian and producer, Johanna Medranda! Johanna is literally everywhere. She has well written jokes and a ridiculous amount of drive. Johanna also produces several shows in the Detroit area. Johanna has a podcast titled "Each Other's Mothers", that she does with two other Detroit comedians. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Johanna Medranda Instagram : @johanna.medranda Twitter : @avrgjoh Music Jesse Passage Instagram :...
Jul 01, 2021•58 min•Ep. 18
