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This week, comedian Nikki Williams joins Craig to dive deep into how she finds comedy through dealing with resentment and pain. In an incredibly open and honest conversation, Nikki shares her experiences and a ton of laughs on this extra positive edition of Enlightened Up! Want to watch this episode? CLICK HERE and check out the video version on our YouTube channel Tell your friends about the show, subscribe, and don't forget...enlighten the f#*k up! Sign up for our SHOESLETTER, see tour dates, and get even more Enlightened Up at www.craigshoemaker.com! Brought to you by Hyest hydrogen-focused supplements! Get yours at hyestvitamins.com!

This week, Craig is joined by comedian Brad Grunberg who shares so many funny stories, you'll lose count! Get your daily dose of medicine with some high quality laughter as Craig and Brad share Playboy Mansion stories, discuss bullies, forgiveness, and so much more! Want to watch this episode? CLICK HERE and check out the video version on our YouTube channel Tell your friends about the show, subscribe, and don't forget...enlighten the f#*k up! Sign up for our SHOESLETTER, see tour dates, and get even more Enlightened Up at www.craigshoemaker.com! Brought to you by Hyest hydrogen-focused supplements! Get yours at hyestvitamins.com!

This week, Craig is joined by his favorite comedian ever, the one and only Wendy Liebman! Find out why Wendy had to take some time away from stand-up, why opioids are so very dangerous, and the story behind the buddy cop movie Craig once wrote so he and Wendy could be co-stars. Please prepare yourself for the insane pace at which this conversation delivers genuine hilarity that is guaranteed to give you that daily dose of laughter that is so important for your soul! Want to watch this episode? CLICK HERE and check out the video version on our YouTube channel Tell your friends about the show, subscribe, and don't forget...enlighten the f#*k up! Sign up for our SHOESLETTER, see tour dates, and get even more Enlightened Up at www.craigshoemaker.com! Brought to you by Hyest hydrogen-focused supplements! Get yours at hyestvitamins.com!

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Comedian Sarah Halstead joins the show this week for a hilarious adn raw discussion that will not only have you laughing, but questioning how you use a towel when you get out of the shower. Sarah also gives a detailed evaluation on how body hair grooming has evolved over the last few generations. It is raucous, insightful, and of course a perfect opportunity to ENLIGHTEN THE F^@# UP! Want to watch this episode? CLICK HERE and check out the video version on our YouTube channel Tell your friends about the show, subscribe, and don't forget...enlighten the f#*k up! Sign up for our SHOESLETTER, see tour dates, and get even more Enlightened Up at www.craigshoemaker.com! Brought to you by Hyest hydrogen-focused supplements! Get yours at hyestvitamins.com!

This week, Craig welcomes comedian Brian Kiley for a conversation about growing up in the shadow of a sibling, the healing and championship qualities of laughter, and how the Boston accent never truly goes away! Want to watch this episode? CLICK HERE and check out the video version on our YouTube channel Tell your friends about the show, subscribe, and don't forget...enlighten the f#*k up! Sign up for our SHOESLETTER, see tour dates, and get even more Enlightened Up at www.craigshoemaker.com! Brought to you by Hyest hydrogen-focused supplements! Get yours at hyestvitamins.com!

On this very special edition of the podcast, Craig welcomes Kenny Loggins to the show for a conversation as heartfelt as Kenny's unbelievable catalogue of songs! You cannot miss this episode featuring one of the greatest songwriters of all-time, who is somehow NOT in the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame! Yeah, how ridiculous is that? Get your daily dose of laughter as Craig tries to get Kenny to remember the time he sang with Kenny during a show on Broadway. Also, Kenny opens up about using some of the tougher moments in his life as inspiration and how that resulted in deep connections with his audience. Want to watch this episode? CLICK HERE and check out the video version on our YouTube channel Tell your friends about the show, subscribe, and don't forget...enlighten the f#*k up! Sign up for our SHOESLETTER, see tour dates, and get even more Enlightened Up at www.craigshoemaker.com! Brought to you by Hyest hydrogen-focused supplements! Get yours at hyestvitamins.com!

On this episode, Craig is joined by comedian Jessica Winther to discuss parenting, the real differences between men and women, and the definition of "summering." Laugh hard and make sure your kids don't open you mail! Want to watch this episode? CLICK HERE and check out the video version on our YouTube channel Tell your friends about the show, subscribe, and don't forget...enlighten the f#*k up! Sign up for our SHOESLETTER, see tour dates, and get even more Enlightened Up at www.craigshoemaker.com! Brought to you by Hyest hydrogen-focused supplements! Get yours at hyestvitamins.com!

Comedian Jim Krenn joins Craig on this week's podcast to discuss the lost art of impressions, his grandma teaching him important life lessons about staying humble, and why places like Pittsburgh, Philly, and Boston have their own language. This one is stacked with hilarious impressions, deep conversation, and all the laughs you'll need to feel good and get through the day! Want to watch this episode? CLICK HERE and check out the video version on our YouTube channel Tell your friends about the show, subscribe, and don't forget...enlighten the f#*k up! Sign up for our SHOESLETTER, see tour dates, and get even more Enlightened Up at www.craigshoemaker.com! Brought to you by Hyest hydrogen-focused supplements! Get yours at hyestvitamins.com!

This week, Craig rocks out with comedian Mark Eddie! Enjoy this jam session between two good friends as Mark teaches the secrets behind the Beach Boys' harmonies and Craig dives into why he loves Bruce Springsteen so damn much! Also, Mark Eddie goes deep into how he has approached living with type-1 diabetes since he was a child. This one has a ton of inspiration, laughs (of course), and some epic sing-a-longs you will not want to miss! Want to watch this episode? CLICK HERE and check out the video version on our YouTube channel Tell your friends about the show, subscribe, and don't forget...enlighten the f#*k up! Sign up for our SHOESLETTER, see tour dates, and get even more Enlightened Up at www.craigshoemaker.com! Brought to you by Hyest hydrogen-focused supplements! Get yours at hyestvitamins.com!

This week's edition of the podcast features the first return guest in show history as Caroline Rhea makes her triumphant return to the program! While you may be shocked to learn that Craig and Caroline have never been married to each other, you'll laugh your a** off as they bicker, argue, and one-up each other with so many name drops, it'll make your head spin! The chemistry and the laughs are running rampant in this one, so enjoy and ENLIGHTEN THE F**K UP! Want to watch this episode? CLICK HERE and check out the video version on our YouTube channel Tell your friends about the show, subscribe, and don't forget...enlighten the f#*k up! Sign up for our SHOESLETTER, see tour dates, and get even more Enlightened Up at www.craigshoemaker.com! Brought to you by Hyest hydrogen-focused supplements! Get yours at hyestvitamins.com!

This week, actor Paul Ben-Victor joins Craig to chat about joining the dusty old dads club (D.O.D.s for short), ghosts in his house, and how he might know Craig's act better than Craig himself! With high level impressions and awkward fatherly tips & tricks, this episode is a can't miss if you enjoy a good laugh! Want to watch this episode? CLICK HERE and check out the video version on our YouTube channel Tell your friends about the show, subscribe, and don't forget...enlighten the f#*k up! Sign up for our SHOESLETTER, see tour dates, and get even more Enlightened Up at www.craigshoemaker.com!

This week, Craig Shoemaker welcomes comedian Gary Cannon to discuss marriage hurdles, having way too many dogs in your house, and why warm-up comics are such a rare breed. Get your daily boost with some high-quality laughter as Gary shares intimate stories about how his passion for saving dogs almost cost him his marriage! This is a fun one, so sit back, relax, and ENLIGHTEN THE F^%# UP! Want to watch this episode? CLICK HERE and check out the video version on our YouTube channel Tell your friends about the show, subscribe, and don't forget...enlighten the f#*k up! Sign up for our SHOESLETTER, see tour dates, and get even more Enlightened Up at www.craigshoemaker.com!

On this week's episode, Craig welcomes comedian/writer/actor Mary Gallagher to the show! Learn the deeper meaning of what The Wizard of Oz was all about and discover why Mary is such a "tough mudder." This one is full of laughs and zero filter, so enjoy and enlighten up!

On this week's podcast, Craig Shoemaker welcomes actor/comedian Justin Hires into the studio for some brutally honest and hilarious conversation. Laugh along as Justin digs into the root cause of his horrendous memory, while Craig speculates on an interesting theory he is developing about hatred amongst comedians. Enjoy and most importantly...ENLIGHTEN THE F&*# UP! Want to watch this episode? Check out the video version on our YouTube channel: Enlightened Up Podcast with Craig Shoemaker: Lost Memories and Black Privilege with Justin Hires - YouTube Tell your friends about the show, subscribe, and don't forget...enlighten the f#*k up! Sign up for our SHOESLETTER, see tour dates, and get even more Enlightened Up at www.craigshoemaker.com!

This week is a very special edition of Enlightened Up, as Craig Shoemaker welcomes comedian Rochelle Marie to the program! Not only is Rochelle a hilarious comedian, receiving a comedy mentorship from Craig. Get a glimpse at Craig Shoemaker: The Sherpa, and enjoy this deep dive into things like apologizing, defiance, and bad driving with two honest comedians!

This week, super talented comedian and writer Camilla Cleese joins Craig Shoemaker to do their part in saving the world from tyranny through laughter! Get to feeling well with soul soothing laughs as Camilla and Craig discuss the need for comedians to ask honest questions, even in the face of a constantly changing culture riddled with anger and hypersensitivity. Also, Camilla dishes some incredible stories from her childhood and what her experience was like growing up the daughter of the legendary John Cleese. Tell your friends about the show, subscribe, and don't forget...enlighten the f#*k up! Sign up for our SHOESLETTER, see tour dates, and get even more Enlightened Up at www.craigshoemaker.com!

2021 is in the rearview mirror and this week, we are taking a look back at four of the very best conversations from the podcast. These instant classic clips include conversations with Heather McDonald, Maz Jobrani, Chris Franjola, and Caroline Rhea! Tell your friends about the show, subscribe, and don't forget...enlighten the f#*k up! Sign up for our SHOESLETTER, see tour dates, and get even more Enlightened Up at www.craigshoemaker.com!

This week's episode of Enlightened Up is very special, as Mayan Lopez joins Craig to not only discuss her upcoming foray into the comedy mainstream, but also working on her tumultuous relationship with her father, comedian George Lopez. Hear about Mayan and George's upcoming NBC sitcom is based off of their real-life father-daughter struggles, as well as some incredible tales from Mayan's childhood, growing up as a kid of a stand-up in L.A. This one has the tears, the thought-provoking conversation, and of course the laughs you need, so check it and ENLIGHTEN the F@^# UP! Tell your friends about the show, subscribe, and don't forget...enlighten the f#*k up! Sign up for our SHOESLETTER, see tour dates, and get even more Enlightened Up at www.craigshoemaker.com!

On this week's show, Craig welcomes Kato Kaelin to the podcast. Get your pants charmed right off and enjoy some high-quality feel-good laughs, as Kato allows Craig to pry into what it was like sitting on the stand during the O.J. Simpson trial. Craig also tells the hilarious and honest story about how he and Kato met that you will not want to miss either. Thanks for listening, enlightening the f*^# up, and have a happy new year!