2024 Moontower Comedy Festival Series Read the article at comedywham.com Episode #321 Jeremiah Watkins talks with Valerie Lopez about The new ways he's found to succeed at the balancing act between father, comedian, producer, podcast, and actor The end of Scissor Bros and the launch of Trailer Tales with Chelcie Lynn and Libbie Higgins The ongoing cultivation of the phenomenon, Standup on the Spot Our annual printer update Recorded April 2024 Follow Jeremiah Website - www.JeremiahWatkins.comTwitter - @jeremiahstandupInstagram - @jeremiahstandupFacebook - Facebook.com/Jeremiah.WatkinsYoutube Stand-up on the Spot - Youtube.com/@standupotsTrailer Tales / Scissor Bros - www.youtube.com/TrailerTalesPod or Youtube.com/ScissorBrosJeremiah Wonders - Youtube.com/JeremiahWonders Jeremiah can be seen and heard: Specials New Special: Jeremiah Watkins: DaddyDebut Special: Jeremiah Watkins: Family Reunion (Amazon, Google Play, Apple TV) Podcasts (available on Youtube and your favorite podcast player) Trailer TalesThe Scissor BrosJeremiah WondersThe Building Years Album - Regan and Watkins (2019)Hosted Shows - Stand-up on the Spot at The Comedy Store and around the country Follow @ComedyWham on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, Twitch, and Tiktok   If you'd like to support our independent podcast, check out our Patreon page at: Patreon.com/comedywham  .    You can also support us on Venmo or Paypal - just search for ComedyWham.

2024 Moontower Comedy Festival Series Read the article at comedywham.com Episode #319 Tracey Schulz talks with Valerie Lopez about His work at KOOP with his What's New show, Thursdays 1pm-2pm His on air role at KUT Radio 2024 Moontower Comedy Festival recommendations Our future as the next Statler and Waldorf of Austin Comedy Recorded April 2024 Follow Tracey  Instagram - @tracey.schulz X - @traceyschulz Tracey can be seen and heard: What's New - KOOP Radio, Thursdays 1pmKUT News Radio - on air producer Follow @ComedyWham on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, Twitch, and Tiktok   If you'd like to support our independent podcast, check out our Patreon page at: Patreon.com/comedywham  .    You can also support us on Venmo or Paypal - just search for ComedyWham.

Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #318 Nate Jackson, Deputy Editor of LA Times, talks with Valerie Lopez about: The LA Times' coverage of the Austin comedy scene The integration of standup and social media Netflix is a Joke festival happening in Los Angeles His upcoming book "Tearing Down the Orange Curtain" Recorded March 2024 in downtown Austin Follow Nate Jackson, Deputy Entertainment Editor, LA Times Website - latimes.comInstagram - @naterodamus Nate can be read: Visiting Austin from time to time covering our comedy scene How LA helped detonate the explosion of the Austin comedy scene‘The third coast of comedy’: Austin’s comedy scene tells us why they’re blowing upCan’t Even Comedy tour creates a punchline path from L.A. to Austin through small-town TexasMaybe some people don’t know who Ralph Barbosa is, but the comedy world is about to learn LA Times full article archives - latimes.com/nate-jackson Follow @ComedyWham on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, Twitch, and Tiktok   If you'd like to support our independent podcast, check out our Patreon page at: Patreon.com/comedywham  .    You can also support us on Venmo or Paypal - just search for ComedyWham.

Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #317 George Wallace talks with Valerie Lopez about His upcoming appearance at Cap City Comedy Club April 5-6, 2024 The ghost in his house Appealing to audiences young and old His upcoming Netflix series with Laverne Cox "Clean Slate" - a modern day Sanford & Sons reboot His nearly 40 year friendship with Jerry Seinfeld   Recorded March 2024 Follow George Website - georgewallace.netTwitter - @MrGeorgeWallaceInstagram - @therealgeorgewallaceTikTok - @therealgeorgewallaceYoutube - youtube.com/@GeorgeWallaceTV George can be seen and heard: Cap City Comedy Club - April 5-6 (2 shows per night)Upcoming release: Clean Slate (Netflix) Movies - Batman Forever (Mayor), Little Nicky (Mayor Randolph), Hubie Halloween (Mayor Benson)Television - Ten Year Old Tom, History of the World, Part II, Books Laff it Off (foreword by Jerry Seinfeld)Bulltwit . . . and Whatnot (foreword by Patton Oswalt Follow @ComedyWham on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, Twitch, and Tiktok   If you'd like to support our independent podcast, check out our Patreon page at: Patreon.com/comedywham  .    You can also support us on Venmo or Paypal - just search for ComedyWham.

Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #316 Sam Lopez talks with Valerie Lopez (no relation) about Getting her start as a standup comic in New Zealand Choosing comedy over serving in the Peace Corps Making a big splash in the Austin comedy scene Being the co-host of Bottom of the Barrel and regular performer at the Comedy Mothership Recorded March 2024 Follow Sam Linktree - linktr.ee/SamlopezcomedyTwitter - @TheBestSamLopezInstagram - @BestSamLopezThreads - @BestSamLopezFacebook - facebook.com/SamLopez Sam can be seen and heard: Headlining Velveeta Room - April 12 (8pm) and 13 (8pm and 10pm)Moontower Just for Laughs 2024 FestivalBottom of the Barrel - co-host on Tuesdays at Comedy MothershipCelebrity Guest Comedy Show - monthly show TBD Black Rabbit Comedy ClubMOMCATS Podcast - available at youtube.com/@thedylansullivanshow Follow @ComedyWham on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, Twitch, and Tiktok   If you'd like to support our independent podcast, check out our Patreon page at: Patreon.com/comedywham  .    You can also support us on Venmo or Paypal - just search for ComedyWham.

Read the article at comedywham.com Episode #315 Pat Dean talks with Valerie Lopez about His return to managing The Velveeta Room How the changes in the downtown Austin comedy landscape have affected The Velveeta Room The triumphant return of The Lanalax Corporation His successful prediction that the Kansas City Chiefs would win the Superbowl Recorded February 2024 Follow Pat Instagram @deanmanp@thevelveetaroom@ilearnednothingpodcast@thelanalaxcorporation Twitter - @patdeanYoutube youtube.com/@thelanalaxcorporation Do512 do512.com/pat-deando512.com/the-velveeta-room Pat can be seen and heard: The Velveeta Room - all the damned time (he manages and produces shows)I Learned Nothing podcast with Ben CholokThe Lanalax Corporation with Aaron Brooks Follow @ComedyWham on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, Twitch, and Tiktok   If you'd like to support our independent podcast, check out our Patreon page at: Patreon.com/comedywham  .    You can also support us on Venmo or Paypal - just search for ComedyWham.

Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #314 Markus Olind talks with Valerie Lopez about Carving your own path to success and being flexible about your future A realistic take on Kill Tony and how it can influence your comedy career HIs podcast creation addiction The benefits of getting to work at a comedy club Recorded February 2024 Follow Markus Instagram - Markus - beardvonmarkusWorks Every Time Podcast - @wet.podcast Twitter - @BeardVonMarkusFacebook - facebook.com/beardvonmarkusYoutube - youtube.com/channel/MarkusOlind Markus can be seen and heard: Black Thanksgiving (Amazon Prime special)Joe vs. Joe (movie)Podcasts Works Every TimeReal Open Mics of HollywoodPorn & Capitalism Follow @ComedyWham on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, Twitch, and Tiktok   If you'd like to support our independent podcast, check out our Patreon page at: Patreon.com/comedywham  .    You can also support us on Venmo or Paypal - just search for ComedyWham.

Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #313   Ajit Krishnamoorthy talks with Valerie Lopez about Growing up in Mumbai The differences between the Indian and American comedy scenes The balancing act of being an engineer, a comic, and a fashion model Clowns for a Cause, his comedy show benefitting Austin Pets Alive! Recorded January 2024 Follow Ajit Website - www.ajitkrishnamoorthy.comLinktree - linktr.ee/ajit_krishnamoorthyInstagram - @pyjama_napsFacebook - facebook.com/ajit.krishnamoorthyTikTok - @pyjama_naps Ajit can be seen and heard: Clowns for a Cause - comedy show benefiting Austin Pets Alive! - STAY TUNED!! Follow @ComedyWham on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, Twitch, and Tiktok   If you'd like to support our independent podcast, check out our Patreon page at: Patreon.com/comedywham  .    You can also support us on Venmo or Paypal - just search for ComedyWham.

Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #312 Katherine Hutchings talks with Valerie Lopez about Become a go-to contributor on Fallout Tonight Her love of sketch The debut of her Weird Gal Skankovic show Wanting more rejection (listen and it'll make sense) Recorded January 2024 Follow Katherine Instagram - @katherine_hutchDo512 - do512.com/artists/katherine-hutchinsYoutube - youtube.com/@katherinehutchins Katherine can be seen and heard: Fallout Tonight - Friday nights, 9:30pm at Fallout Theater Follow @ComedyWham on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, Twitch, and Tiktok   If you'd like to support our independent podcast, check out our Patreon page at: Patreon.com/comedywham  .    You can also support us on Venmo or Paypal - just search for ComedyWham.

Read the article at comedywham.com Episode #311 Johnny Taylor returns to talk with Valerie Lopez about What keeps him in Sacramento The success of his AEW-some Podcast, a wrestling podcast climbing the charts His plans to record his 3rd comedy special His 5th Headlining appearance at The Velveeta Room, the weekend of February 2-3, 2024 Recorded January 2024 Follow Johnny Instagram - hipsterocracy Facebook - facebook.com/hipsteroracyTwitter - @hipsterocracy- Youtube - youtube.com/@johnnytaylorWikipedia - wikipedia.org/Johnny_Taylor_(comedian)  Johnny can be seen and heard: On Tour - The Velveeta Room, February 2, 8pm and February 3, 8pm and 10pmAEW-some Podcast Specials Tangled Up in Plaid (2014)Bummin' with the Devil (2018) Melissa Villaseñor's California music videoComedy Wham Presents  Johnny Taylor: No Rules (2018) Follow @ComedyWham on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, Twitch, and Tiktok   If you'd like to support our independent podcast, check out our Patreon page at: Patreon.com/comedywham  .    You can also support us on Venmo or Paypal - just search for ComedyWham.

Read the article at comedywham.com Episode #310 Duncan Carson returns for his 6th time to talk to Valerie Lopez about Reflections on the 512th and final show of Sure Thing Showcase The launch of Fallout Tonight, his late-night variety show and companion podcast, Signing Off Working with his Fallout Tonight writing team and Signing Off podcast co-hosts, Jon Mendoza and Adam Shumate Our favorite Belgian detective, Hercule Poirot Recorded January 2024 at Fallout Theater's Podcast Studio Follow Duncan Twitter - @aduncancarsonInstagram - @aduncancarsonFacebook - facebook.com/duncancarsonTikTok - @duncancarson Follow Fallout Tonight Linktree - FalloutTonight.comInstagram - @fallout_tonight Follow Sure Thing Records Website - SureThingRecords.comInstagram - @surethingatx See Duncan Fallout Tonight - Weekly on Fridays, 9:30pm at Fallout TheaterSigning Off Podcast - Weekly episode recapping Fallout Tonight with Jon Mendoza and Adam Shumate Follow @ComedyWham on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, Twitch, and Tiktok   If you'd like to support our independent podcast, check out our Patreon page at: Patreon.com/comedywham  .    You can also support us on Venmo or Paypal - just search for ComedyWham.

Read the article at comedywham.com Episode #309 Ashley Sharma talks with Valerie Lopez about Launching a nursing and comedy career just before the pandemic Scumberparty with her best friends Being the best big sister Her uncanny ability to remain calm through chaos Recorded January 2024 Follow Ashley Instagram - @dat_ashYoutube - youtube.com/AshleySharma Follow Scumberparty Instagram - @scumberpartyYoutube - youtube.com/Scumberparty Ashley can be seen and heard: SF Sketchfest 2024!Scumberparty PodcastFrequently hosting at Cap City Comedy Club Follow @ComedyWham on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, Twitch, and Tiktok   If you'd like to support our independent podcast, check out our Patreon page at: Patreon.com/comedywham  .    You can also support us on Venmo or Paypal - just search for ComedyWham.

Read the article at comedywham.com Episode #308 Bak returns to talk with Valerie Lopez about Reaching 300 episodes and a change in direction with his podcast Nerding out about Austin comedy, Casey Rocket, Comedy Mothership, and Skankfest Vegas What he hopes to accomplish in 2024 Issues Comedy Wham a challenge Recorded December 2023 Follow Bak Website - thefeedbak.comLinktree - linktr.ee/thefeedbakTwitter - @thefeedbakInstagram - @thefeedbakFacebook - facebook.com/thefeedbakYoutube - youtube.com/thefeedbak Bak can be seen and heard: Record Play - "music trivia and comedy show with a stank on it". Win prizes, enjoy comedy, music, and more! Next show: R&B Edition - 2/4/2024 at The Pershing , 4pm - RSVP at recordplay.live/rsvp The Feedbak Podcast  Follow @ComedyWham on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, Twitch, and Tiktok   If you'd like to support our independent podcast, check out our Patreon page at: Patreon.com/comedywham  .    You can also support us on Venmo or Paypal - just search for ComedyWham.

Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #307 Tiana Stewart talks with Valerie Lopez about The neverending charms of San Antonio The in-depth experience of landing a singing role on HBO's Love and Death Embracing her zany side to pursue comedic acting roles Lessons learned directing her first short film, including the harrowing lesson that "it's her decision" Her band Hallo and the upcoming release of their first studio album PS Valerie references an Austin Chronicle article about ColdTowne Theater as being released prior to this podcast episode release. The article will be available in the first issue of 2024.   Recorded November 2023 Follow Tiana Instagram TianaStuart_ATXHallo_theband TikTok @tiana.s.funny Tiana can be seen and heard: Improv performer at ColdTowne TheaterTeaching at ColdTowne TheaterTwinsies - short film directorial debut with Festival nods: 25 nominations4 wins (Best Supporting Actress, Best Actress, Best Short Film - Women in Film, Best Short FilmO Hallo - Album release in 2024 Follow @ComedyWham on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, Twitch, and Tiktok   If you'd like to support our independent podcast, check out our Patreon page at: Patreon.com/comedywham  .    You can also support us on Venmo or Paypal - just search for ComedyWham.

Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #306 Kyle Irion, Amy Knop, and Isaac Garza of Come @ Me talk with Valerie Lopez about The origin, development, and electric fun of the weekly Come @ Me show at Fallout Theater Their own creative endeavors within the Austin comedy scene Creative goals they've set for themselves   Recorded November 2023 at Fallout Theater's Podcast Studio Follow Come @ Me show Instagram Tickets Come @ Me can be seen and heard: Every Saturday night at Fallout Theater, 8:30pm Show runners of Come @ Me can also be seen and heard: A Very Special Episode: Primetime Improv Comedy Fridays at 8pm, featuring Amy Knop & Kyle Irion, ColdTowne Theater All Night, All Night, All Night: The Sunday Harold Sundays at 8pm, featuring Isaac Garza, ColdTowne TheaterAustin Sketch Fest, Memorial Day Weekend 2024, produced by Amy Knop & Xander Noland et al, ColdTowne TheaterThis is Your Sign: Astrology Themed Comedy, hosted by Jenn Rosario, monthly Saturday 10pm, Fallout TheaterColdTowne Throwdowne: Improv Comedy Bracket Competition, hosted by Xander Noland, weekly Saturdays 10pm ColdTowne TheaterCall Your Mom - short film by Isaac GarzaPepito - short film by Isaac Garza, winner of the HBO Latino Short Film CompetitionThe Son Who Can't Play Trumpet - short film by Isaac Garza Follow @ComedyWham on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, Twitch, and Tiktok   If you'd like to support our independent podcast, check out our Patreon page at: Patreon.com/comedywham  .    You can also support us on Venmo or Paypal - just search for ComedyWham.

Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #305 Lauren Jamison talks with Valerie Lopez about Getting her start in standup comedy in California and returning (close to) home during the pandemic How Alice in Wonderland helped her land Wanderlust, home of her monthly Yuk it Up comedy showcase Recording her LMAOF Austin special (set for release in 2024) Recorded November 2023 Follow Lauren Website - laurenjamisoncomedy.comLinktree - linktr.ee/laurenjamisonInstagram Lauren - @thelaurenjamisonYuk It Up Comedy - @yukitupcomedy Facebook - facebook.com/thelaurenjamisonTikTok - @thelaurenjamisonYoutube - youtube.com/LaurenJamisonOnlyFans - onlyfans.com/laurenjamisonDo512 - do512.com/lauren-jamison Lauren can be seen and heard: Hosting and producing Yuk it Up Comedy (follow them on Instagram for schedule & location)The Jewcy Podcast - available on SpotifyOFTV Comedy Special - Coming soon!! Subscribe to Only Fans for free for comedy bits & live streams Follow @ComedyWham on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, Twitch, and Tiktok   If you'd like to support our independent podcast, check out our Patreon page at: Patreon.com/comedywham  .    You can also support us on Venmo or Paypal - just search for ComedyWham.

Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #304 Aaron Brooks returns to talk with Valerie Lopez about The things that did, and did not happen, after he moved to Los Angeles in 2019 His fondness for The Lanalax Corporation podcast and how it helped him develop as a creative storyteller His triumphant return to comedy stages marked by headlining The Velveeta Room for one of his Top 5 shows since he started comedy (and we were there to see it, it ruled!) Going against the grain and being 100% okay with that   Recorded November 2023 Follow Aaron Brooks Twitter - @aaron__brooksInstagram - @aaronbrookscomedyFacebook - facebook.com/aaronbrookscomedyYoutube - youtube.com/@aaronbrooksTumblr - aaronbrookscomedy.tumblr.com Aaron can be seen and heard: Album: Secrets (Sure Thing Records, 2019)Aaron Brooks' Comedy Mastery TutorialThe Lanalax Podcast Follow @ComedyWham on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, Twitch, and Tiktok   If you'd like to support our independent podcast, check out our Patreon page at: Patreon.com/comedywham  .    You can also support us on Venmo or Paypal - just search for ComedyWham.

Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #303 Amy Shanker talks with Valerie Lopez about Discovering comedy after being in a career she didn't love How that career gave her confidence on stage and the ability to control audiences Her debut album Unbelievable The fine art of talking on stage about touchy subjects Recorded November 2023 Follow Amy TikTok - @amyshankercomedyTwitter - @AmyShankerInstagram - @amyshankerFacebook - facebook.com/AshankersYoutube - youtube.com/AmyShankerDo512 - do512.com/artists/amy-shanker Amy can be seen and heard: Unbelievable - Debut Special (released summer 2023)The Most Expensive Joke Show - 1st and 3rd Sundays, 6pm Creek and CaveBrian Holtzman & Friends - Tuesday November 21, 8pm Chicago's Laugh Factory - November 24-25Fort Worth - December 7 Follow @ComedyWham on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, Twitch, and Tiktok   If you'd like to support our independent podcast, check out our Patreon page at: Patreon.com/comedywham  .    You can also support us on Venmo or Paypal - just search for ComedyWham.

Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #302 Eric Snader talks with Valerie Lopez about After a lifetime of avoiding it, how his friend Viva forced him to do an open mic (and never look back) The importance of living life to become a better writer The origin and evolution of the Chosen Comedy showcase Recorded October 2023 Follow Eric Instagram - @eric.snaderFacebook - facebook.com/eric.snaderYoutube - https://www.youtube.com/Eric.Snader Eric can be seen and heard: Chosen Comedy - Last Tuesday of the month, Live music at 7pm, Comedy starts at 7:30pm at Sunset Strip Follow @ComedyWham on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, Twitch, and Tiktok   If you'd like to support our independent podcast, check out our Patreon page at: Patreon.com/comedywham  .    You can also support us on Venmo or Paypal - just search for ComedyWham.

Read the article at ComedyWham.com Episode #301 CW: This episode discusses suicide. If you or someone you care for is having suicidal thoughts, contact the Suicide and Crisis Hotline at 988.   Ruby Dickulous talks with Valerie Lopez about Being raised in a family of funny, outrageous people His mom prediction that he would be a drag queen one day How the pandemic changed his life forever by forcing him to live in the present The success of his Drag Shows at comedy clubs around Austin Recorded September 2023 Follow Ruby Dickulous Website - rubydickulous.comTwitter - @rubydickulousInstagram - @rubydickulousTikTok - @rubydickulousFacebook - facebook.com/rubydickulousYoutube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/rubydickulousTwitch - @rubydickulousDo512 - do512.com/ruby-dickulous Ruby Dickulous can be seen and heard: Drag Brunch - 12pm monthly at Cap City Comedy Club (check schedule for updates) November 12, 2023December 17, 2023 Drag Brunch - at other venues throughout each month Follow @ComedyWham on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, Twitch, and Tiktok   If you'd like to support our independent podcast, check out our Patreon page at: Patreon.com/comedywham  .    You can also support us on Venmo or Paypal - just search for ComedyWham.