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Standup Comedy "Your Host and MC"

Celebration of 40+ years on the fringe of show business. Stories, interviews, and comedy sets from standup comics... famous, and not so famous. All taped Live on my Comedy Club "Laughs Unlimited" stage. Lots of stand-up comedy and interviews. The interviews will be with comics, old staff members, and Friends from the world of Comedy. Standup Sets by Dana Carvey, Jay Leno, Tom Dreesen, Jerry Seinfeld, Larry Miller, Mark Schiff, Bobcat Goldthwait, Paula Poundstone, Garry Shandling, Ray Ramano, Cathy Ladman, Willie Tyler & Lester, and MORE. My web site has many pictures, items for sale, and more information www.standupcomedyyourhostandmc.com 

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Standup Comedy, Comic-Magician Michael Finney Interview & comedy set #74

Send us a text Michael Finny grew up in Woodland CA, near Sacramento where my clubs were, and from his first trick as a way to make tips as a bartender to doing huge corporate shows with Jay Leno, he has led a very successful life as one of the Best Award-winning comic-magicians on the road. He also owned a comedy club, so that adds to his story. Support the show www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.com Free APP on all Apple & Android phones....check it out, podcast, jokes, blogs, and More! "NEW"...

Jul 18, 202151 minSeason 2Ep. 74

"Audience of One" Carlos Alazraqui Bonus Show #15

Send us a text Here's a short comedy bit by Carlos Alazraqui , best known as one of the Stars of "Reno 911"; but also the voice of hundreds of Cartoon characters (most recently on "Casa Grande"....you'll enjoy his take on Dr. Phil in this Bonus show....Enjoy! Support the show www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.com Free APP on all Apple & Android phones....check it out, podcast, jokes, blogs, and More! "NEW" Video Podcast: Tag Team Talent Podcast on Spotify & YouTube My suggestions for stuff...

Jul 14, 20215 minSeason 2Ep. 15

"Co-Headliners Special" Stars Greg Otto & Tom McTigue with Lynn Stobener as MC/Comic #73

Send us a text Great show utilizing one of the tricks we did at the club, two Headliners sharing the Bill. On this Show, we have Lynn Stobener opening the show, and then Headliner Greg Otto has a short set, and closing another Headliner, Tom McTigue . Wonderful lineup of comedy. Some of the audio of Tom's set is weak; but the comedy is solid... Enjoy! Support the show www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.com Free APP on all Apple & Android phones....check it out, podcast, jokes, blogs, and More! ...

Jul 11, 202130 minSeason 2Ep. 73

Standup Comedy Jimmy Aleck, Jaz Kaner, and Bobcat Goldthait Re-launched Show #6b

Send us a text Relaunch of an early show for the holiday....its a good one! This show features a radio promo/interview with Comic Jimmy Aleck taped in 1980 on KGNR morning radio, some amazing musical comedy from Headliner Jaz Kaner , and a short but energetic TV set from Bobcat Goldthait from 1984. A short but entertaining show! Support the show www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.com Free APP on all Apple & Android phones....check it out, podcast, jokes, blogs, and More! "NEW" Video Podcast: Ta...

Jul 04, 202115 minSeason 2Ep. 6

"Audience of One" Barry Neal Bonus #20

Send us a text Barry Neal, a Headliner from LA, shares a quick story of his wife and her "Plans" for the perfect murder....un-nerving, and funny....Enjoy! Support the show www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.com Free APP on all Apple & Android phones....check it out, podcast, jokes, blogs, and More! "NEW" Video Podcast: Tag Team Talent Podcast on Spotify & YouTube My suggestions for stuff I purchase on Amazon, Ck them out! Ice tea: https://amzn.to/4miicDu Portable Mics: https://amzn.to/3Faqi...

Jun 30, 20214 minSeason 2Ep. 20

"Cavalcade of Comedy" stars Dana Carvey, George Wallace, Dennis Wolfberg & Steve Smith Show #71

Send us a text This "Cavalcade of Comedy" features 4 great comics, 3 of them, Steve Smith, Dennis Wolfberg, and George Wallace do short sets, and closing the show and doing a much longer set... Dana Carvey ! These live sets took place in the late 80's and mid-90's; yet the comedy material stands, and there is more than 30 mins of Laughs right here! This is Great standup comedy. Support the show www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.com Free APP on all Apple & Android phones....check it out, podcas...

Jun 27, 202137 minSeason 2Ep. 71

Standup Comedy "Mo Better Interview" with Comic Moe Betterman Show #70

Send us a text Moe Betterman is a Sacramento talent who worked for me, had is own local live show and participated in almost all of my various productions. He worked Laughs, was in my Comedy Competitions, did Laughs in the Park, TV shows, and on this episode even a short bit from one of my CA State Fair shows. Good stories and laughter with Moe...enjoy! Support the show www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.com Free APP on all Apple & Android phones....check it out, podcast, jokes, blogs, and More...

Jun 20, 202146 minSeason 2Ep. 70

"Audience of One" Bob Worley "Ventriloquism" Bonus Show #19

Send us a text Bob Worley continues to try and entertain, after juggling, magic, and tight rope walking...here is ventriloquism....Ha! Bob is a little crazy; but always funny. Enjoy! Support the show www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.com Free APP on all Apple & Android phones....check it out, podcast, jokes, blogs, and More! "NEW" Video Podcast: Tag Team Talent Podcast on Spotify & YouTube My suggestions for stuff I purchase on Amazon, Ck them out! Ice tea: https://amzn.to/4miicDu Portable...

Jun 16, 20217 minSeason 2Ep. 19

"The Magnificent 7" Kermit Apio, Tim Bedore, Laurie Kilmartin, Bob Dubac & More Show #69

Send us a text Yes! This show has 7 short sets by a variety of Comics, all of which are different and funny. Opening we have a Local favorite Moe Betterman , then a couple bits by Laurie Kilmartin , that is followed by a radio bit for the Bob & Tom Radio Show by Tim Bedore , next is a couple of short sets by Dave Maxy and Carla Rae . All this is topped off with a terrific Headliner... Kermit Apio ! From Seattle, Kermit has a very funny final set for this podcast...where else can you hear 7 c...

Jun 13, 202135 minSeason 2Ep. 69

"From Russia with Laughs" Interview w/ Famous Russian Comic Yakov Smirnoff Show #68

Send us a text "Wow" this was a fun interview, Yakov Smirnoff was relaxing in Bali, and got on the phone with me to share stories from all our years working together. He has gone on to have a Doctorate in Psychology and continues to entertain millions from his own theater in Branson Missouri . We had a nice chat and then I found an old recording of a song he released in the late 80's called "What A Country" (his catch phrase) and it is full of jokes... Enjoy! He did really great standup comedy. ...

Jun 06, 202148 minSeason 2Ep. 68

"Audience of One" Don Friesen and Bob Worley Bonus Show #13

Send us a text On this Special Bonus show, we try to talk to Bob Worley, and it doesn't go well, so we added a quick comedy bit by Only 2 time SF Comedy Competition Winner, Don Friesen. Very funny about buying a house in LA and cost of owning a cat....Ha! Support the show www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.com Free APP on all Apple & Android phones....check it out, podcast, jokes, blogs, and More! "NEW" Video Podcast: Tag Team Talent Podcast on Spotify & YouTube My suggestions for stuff I p...

Jun 02, 20216 minSeason 2Ep. 13

Standup Comedy "Split-Man" Andy Gross & Diane Nichols Show 10b

Send us a text This show features a phone interview with Andy Gross , a Comic Magician Ventriloquist out of Los Angeles. We talk about his early days, Laughs stories, and some fun viral video stuff like "Split-Man". One of his influential Headliners was Comedienne Diane Nichols , so we shared a Comedy Set by Ms. Nichols taped from a Fox 40 TV Special I produced. Enjoy! Together, they bring good standup comedy. Support the show www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.com Free APP on all Apple & Andro...

May 30, 202136 minSeason 1Ep. 10

"Blind Laughter" Interview & set with Alex Valdez Show #66

Send us a text Alex Valdez is the only successful Blind standup comic. He worked as half of O'Brien & Valdez, a very successful comedy team that worked all over the Country. Alex is totally blind, and yet he not only earned lots of laughs, he went on to train members of the FBI, CIA, and NASA about how to work with the handicapped. An amazing career...listen to a great story and then laugh with the closing comedy set by O'Brien & Valdez, Live on Stage. Support the show www.StandupComedyP...

May 23, 202142 minSeason 2Ep. 66

"Audience of One" Bob Worley Tightrope Walking Bonus Show #14

Send us a text Bob Worley does it again, after trying Magic and Juggling, this time he attempts to Tight Rope Walk across the chasm between two houses...it is always hilarious, listen to Bob attempt another artistic feet! Support the show www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.com Free APP on all Apple & Android phones....check it out, podcast, jokes, blogs, and More! "NEW" Video Podcast: Tag Team Talent Podcast on Spotify & YouTube My suggestions for stuff I purchase on Amazon, Ck them out! Ic...

May 19, 20215 minSeason 2Ep. 14

"Trio of Laughs" Andy Roberts, Daily Pike, & Headliner Dave Coulier! Show #65

Send us a text A great lineup, First i share a short story, they opening act Andy Roberts does a set from 1985, our feature act is Daily Pike, a fun set from 1980; and our closing Headliner is Dave Coulier of Full House Fame taped Live in 1985. Together, it is a Trio of Laughs guaranteed to entertain! Support the show www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.com Free APP on all Apple & Android phones....check it out, podcast, jokes, blogs, and More! "NEW" Video Podcast: Tag Team Talent Podcast on Spo...

May 16, 202143 minSeason 2Ep. 65

Carlos Alazraqui From "Reno 911" Interview and Comedy Set Show #64

Send us a text Carlos Alazraqui got his start at Laughs unlimited in the mid 80's and went on to fame and fortune as a comic, voice artist (Roco's Modern Life/ Taco Bell Chihuahua,Casa Grande) , and actor on "Reno 911"....the TV shows & Movie! Carlos has had an amazing career and he shares fun info from his days at laughs all the way to producing his own movie "Witness Infection" which just came out. Support the show www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.com Free APP on all Apple & Android pho...

May 09, 202148 minSeason 2Ep. 64

Standup Comedy "An Audience of One" Alex Valdez Bonus Show #8

Send us a text Here is some funny material from Alex Valdez, the only Blind Comic to work as a professional Standup Comic. He shares a couple funny lines and then tells a true, and very funny, road story; so sit back and enjoy this Bonus Show as my way of saying "thanks" to my podcast listeners. Support the show www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.com Free APP on all Apple & Android phones....check it out, podcast, jokes, blogs, and More! "NEW" Video Podcast: Tag Team Talent Podcast on Spotify &...

May 05, 20216 minSeason 2Ep. 9

"Two Funny Guys" Starring Garry Shandling & Jay Leno Show #63

Send us a text This was fun, two of the Best comics I ever had a chance to work with, Garry Shandling and Jay Leno s tar on this show. These are longer sets, and comedy in a way you have not heard either of them before, new/raw....Live! As a bonus, there are several mins of MC material by Ronny Kenny who was introducing Garry. Then Garry and Jay take over and present really funny material while interacting with the audiences; don't miss this special material by two amazing comics! Support the sh...

May 02, 202156 minSeason 2Ep. 63

Jaz Kaner Standup Comedy Interview -Hawaii, Comedy, and a Guitar Show #62

Send us a text Interview and great comedy music of Jaz Kaner. Originally from Hawaii, an Opening act who made it to Headliner, worked colleges and the USO, toured with Rodney Dangerfield, and appeared in a movie. Jaz Kaner had an amazing 20+ years as a Standup Road Comic; and lots to enjoy with this interview and comedy set. Support the show www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.com Free APP on all Apple & Android phones....check it out, podcast, jokes, blogs, and More! "NEW" Video Podcast: Tag Te...

Apr 25, 202143 minSeason 2Ep. 62

"Audience of One" Yakov Smirnoff Bonus Show #12

Send us a text Famous Russian Comic, and good Friend, Yakov Smirnoff shares a true and funny story about when he was trying to get into America. Short and Funny (not Yakov) this Bonus Episode is loads of fun! Support the show www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.com Free APP on all Apple & Android phones....check it out, podcast, jokes, blogs, and More! "NEW" Video Podcast: Tag Team Talent Podcast on Spotify & YouTube My suggestions for stuff I purchase on Amazon, Ck them out! Ice tea: https:...

Apr 21, 20216 minSeason 2Ep. 12

"Two Ring Circus Part 2" Cash Levy and Del Van Dyle Show #61

Send us a text This is another "Two Ring Circus" presentation of 3 Headliners all with different styles. I know you will enjoy the casual comedy of Cash Levy as he works the crowd. The observational comedy of Del Van Dyke , a Laughs Original. All very funny and together a terrific show. Enjoy, Share, Rate & Review. Support the show www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.com Free APP on all Apple & Android phones....check it out, podcast, jokes, blogs, and More! "NEW" Video Podcast: Tag Team Tal...

Apr 18, 202124 minSeason 2Ep. 61

A Talk w/Wil Shriner "Standup to TV Writer, Talk Show Host to Movie Producer" Show #60

Send us a text Mr Wil Shriner worked for me in the early 1980's; but his career spans the live stage to being a guest on over 50 Carson & Letterman Shows, to having his own Talk Show to Directing TV Sitcoms and Movies...Wil Shriner is a huge talent. This quick conversation lays out the unique path his show business career took. He was the Son of entertainers, and his Family is still involved many areas of the business. Support the show www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.com Free APP on all Appl...

Apr 11, 202137 minSeason 2Ep. 60

Standup Comedy "Audience of One" Mark Schiff Bonus Show #10

Send us a text Bonus Show "Audience of One" starring Mark Schiff, a great headliner from LA shares a few jokes...short & funny, Enjoy! Support the show www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.com Free APP on all Apple & Android phones....check it out, podcast, jokes, blogs, and More! "NEW" Video Podcast: Tag Team Talent Podcast on Spotify & YouTube My suggestions for stuff I purchase on Amazon, Ck them out! Ice tea: https://amzn.to/4miicDu Portable Mics: https://amzn.to/3Faqix2 RODE Recordin...

Apr 07, 20214 minSeason 2Ep. 8

"3 Act Comedy Format" Raines, Aubrey, & Barker Show #59

Send us a text Another show set up with an Opening Act, Chris Raines. ..Feature Act Kenny Aubrey. ..and Headlining the very funny Arj Barker . Arj Barker has released several Comedy CD's, has been on the Conan O'Brian Show, and he Hosted a couple Comedy Central Specials. Together, they make a terrific 3 Act Format for comedy. The first two acts were taped live for our TV show in 1987, and Arj was recorded live in 1999. Enjoy! Support the show www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.com Free APP on all A...

Apr 04, 202125 minSeason 1Ep. 59

Standup Comedy "Audience of One" Tim Bedore Bonus Show #9

Send us a text Tim Bedore, and good comic and radio personality shares a road story from his first ever road gig. Very funny story involving Bruce Baum...a bit longer than our usual; but well worth hearing...Enjoy this Bonus Comedy! Support the show www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.com Free APP on all Apple & Android phones....check it out, podcast, jokes, blogs, and More! "NEW" Video Podcast: Tag Team Talent Podcast on Spotify & YouTube My suggestions for stuff I purchase on Amazon, Ck t...

Mar 31, 202118 minSeason 2Ep. 6

"Comedy Team Magic" Mack & Jamie Interviw & Set Show #58

Send us a text Yes, it is a magical pairing; when Mack & Jamie joined forces, the comedy world gained an amazing Comedy team. From humble beginnings, Mack & Jamie went on to play clubs across the country, had their own show in 1985 "Comedy Break", and ended up being one of the strongest Corporate Event acts on the road. Enjoy this funny interview and comedy set by Mack & Jamie. Hosted by: R. Scott Edwards Support the show www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.com Free APP on all Apple &amp...

Mar 28, 20211 hrSeason 2Ep. 58

"Live Stage Show-1983" Denny Johnston, Michael Finney, and Lee Yalowitz Show #57

Send us a text This weekes show has an opening act, Lee Yalowitz , Young Jewish comic from New York, a feature comic magician Michael Finney from Woodland CA, and a Headliner, Denny Johnston, one of the Best from Palm Springs. This show follows a Friday night late show taped live in 1983. Added content, includes some MC material from Host Scott Edwards . All in all, a fine representation of a comedy club show from a Friday night in 1983. Enjoy! Support the show www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.co...

Mar 21, 202149 minSeason 2Ep. 57

"Audience of One" Bob Worley Majic! Bonus Show #11

Send us a text Here he is again, that famed comic Bob Worley, only this time he tries his hand at Majic...yes, he spelled it wrong. Sit back and enjoy a few minutes with the crazy furn of Bob Worley. Support the show www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.com Free APP on all Apple & Android phones....check it out, podcast, jokes, blogs, and More! "NEW" Video Podcast: Tag Team Talent Podcast on Spotify & YouTube My suggestions for stuff I purchase on Amazon, Ck them out! Ice tea: https://amzn.to...

Mar 17, 20216 minSeason 2Ep. 11

Ross Bennett Shares! "Cadet to Comedy" Show #56

Send us a text This show introduces and unique guy, Ross Bennett was one of the strange comics that came through my clubs. Early life included Ross being a Cadet at West Point and transforming himself several times over his lifetime. He went from a Laughs opening act to Headliner, and at one point performed for several years as "Eddie Strange"; his alter-ego...Interesting right?! So listen to his story and a comedy set, and enjoy! Support the show www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.com Free APP on ...

Mar 14, 202155 minSeason 2Ep. 56

Interview with Scott's Dad & Comedy Set by Pat Paulsen Show #55

Send us a text My Dad would have been 90yrs old this week; but sadly he passed away last year. With your indulgence, I want to share about 20 mins of an interview I did with my Dad before he passed. In addition, and as always, there is a comedy set...this week by my Dad's favorite comedian Pat Paulsen. There are historical and funny parts to this short interview, and some great Laughs with Mr. Paulsen...Thank-you for allowing me to share. Support the show www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.com Free...

Mar 07, 202135 minSeason 2Ep. 55
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