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Episode 177: World Series of Comedy week continues! In this episode I'm joined by Los Angeles, CA based comedian Ai Yoshihara. Ai shares a story about bombing in dive bar. We talked about performing in another language, culture differences in comedy, dealing with prejudice, and learning English. Plus more! Please rate, review, and subscribe!  Ai Yoshihara Bio: Ai Yoshihara was too outspoken and not submissive enough as a girl to fit in Japan. When she was 20, she finally got her father’s approval to move to America, where she could express herself. Contrary to her expectations, she struggled with a language barrier, failed marriage, and surviving alone in America. When she was at her lowest point in life, she lost her sister and biggest fan to suicide. It was then that Ai realized life is too short. This life-changing experience motivated her to keep the promise she made to her sister of becoming a professional Stand Up comedian. Now, Ai Yoshihara tells her tragic stories light-heartedly with a unique Asian perspective.  Website: http://www.Aicomedian.com  Instagram: @aiyoshihara3 Twitter: @aiyoshihara WSOC: https://theworldseriesofcomedy.com/  Art of Bombing: Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/   Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/blitzed-entertainment Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/artofbombingpod FB: https://www.facebook.com/artobpodcast/ Twitter: @artofbombingpod Instagram: @artofbombingpod YouTube: Art of Bombing Podcast Dan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/

Episode 175: World Series of Comedy week continues! In this episode I'm joined by Long Island, NY based comedian Neil Rubenstein. Neil shares a story about doing well in a contest in the first round and then bombing hard in the second round. We talked about tinkering with jokes, writing, and performing in comedy festivals. Plus more! Please rate, review, and subscribe!  Neil Rubenstein Bio: Neil’s a burly, tattooed guy who plays against type; kind, cerebral, but still casually mentions past illegal activities - such as running a brothel - the way one might reference a Renaissance Lit course you took in college. Website: http://neilrubenstein.com/  Instagram: @NeilRubenstein Twitter: @NeilRubenstein WSOC: https://theworldseriesofcomedy.com/  WSOC Tickets: https://wsoctickets.com/  Art of Bombing: Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/   Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/blitzed-entertainment Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/artofbombingpod FB: https://www.facebook.com/artobpodcast/ Twitter: @artofbombingpod Instagram: @artofbombingpod YouTube: Art of Bombing Podcast Dan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/

Episode 172: World Series of Comedy week continues! In this episode I'm joined by Nick LeBoeuf from New Hampshire. Nick talked about starting comedy in high school and shared a story about bombing in front of comics he respected. We talked about technical issues, low expectations, and blaming audiences. Plus more! Please rate, review, and subscribe!  Nick LeBoeuf Bio: Nick is a 23 year old stand-up comedian and YouTuber from New Hampshire. He's performed at Gotham, Broadway, Laugh Boston, and Nick's Comedy Stop. He has over 4 million views on YouTube and is well known for his hockey themed comedy series Goalie Smarts. Website: http://www.nickleboeuf.com/  Instagram: @nickleboeuf Twitter: @bweef WSOC: https://theworldseriesofcomedy.com/  WSOC Tickets: https://wsoctickets.com/  Art of Bombing: Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/   Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/blitzed-entertainment Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/artofbombingpod FB: https://www.facebook.com/artobpodcast/ Twitter: @artofbombingpod Instagram: @artofbombingpod YouTube: Art of Bombing Podcast Dan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/

Episode 171: World Series of Comedy week continues! In this episode I'm joined by Holly Johnston from Hopedale, MA. Holly tells a story about bombing at an outdoor comedy show. We then talked about analyzing sets and dealing with hecklers. Plus more! Please rate, review, and subscribe!  Holly Johnston Bio: Holly Johnston is a standup comedian who regularly appears at comedy clubs throughout New England, including the RI Comedy Connection, ImprovBoston, and Mohegan Sun. She writes sketch comedy for the popular YouTube channel LeBoeuf Comedy , ands he was the winner of the Zoom Roast Battle: “Roast Yerself.” She has appeared in the Portland Comedy Festival, the World Series of Comedy and Last Comix Standing: Season 10. Instagram: @holly.johnston_ Twitter: @hjohnstoncomedy WSOC: https://theworldseriesofcomedy.com/  WSOC Tickets: https://wsoctickets.com/  Art of Bombing: Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/   Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/blitzed-entertainment Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/artofbombingpod FB: https://www.facebook.com/artobpodcast/ Twitter: @artofbombingpod Instagram: @artofbombingpod YouTube: Art of Bombing Podcast Dan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/

Episode 170: World Series of Comedy week continues! In this episode I'm joined by Geoffrey Eggleston from Los Angeles, CA. We talked about growing up in South Dakota and Geoffrey relives a traumatizing bomb at a previous WSOC event. We talked about musical comedy, stressful road trips, and redemption. Plus more! Please rate, review, and subscribe!  Geoffrey Eggleston Bio: Geoffrey Eggleston grew up in South Dakota and got out as fast as he could. Since his escape he’s performed around the country in Shakespeare festivals, theme parks, and even a wax museum. He’s currently riding out the pandemic in Los Angeles and performing standup wherever he can. Website: https://www.geoffreyeggleston.com/  Instagram: @geoffeggs Twitter: @geoffreyeggs WSOC: https://theworldseriesofcomedy.com/  WSOC Tickets: https://wsoctickets.com/  Art of Bombing: Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/   Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/blitzed-entertainment Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/artofbombingpod FB: https://www.facebook.com/artobpodcast/ Twitter: @artofbombingpod Instagram: @artofbombingpod YouTube: Art of Bombing Podcast Dan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/

Episode 168: World Series of Comedy week continues! Today I'm joined by Vien Phommachanh from the World Series of Comedy. Vien shares his story of bombing in a full house at a comedy club he was hoping to impress. We had a fantastic conversation about rushing to release topical humor, enjoyment from hobbies, and working out new material. Plus more! Please rate, review, and subscribe!  Vien Phommachanh Bio: #1 ranked Laotian ear, nose, throat doctor/comedian in Southwest Florida Website: https://comicdoc.com/  Instagram: @comic_doc WSOC: https://theworldseriesofcomedy.com/  WSOC Tickets: https://wsoctickets.com/  Art of Bombing: Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/   Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/blitzed-entertainment Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/artofbombingpod FB: https://www.facebook.com/artobpodcast/ Twitter: @artofbombingpod Instagram: @artofbombingpod YouTube: Art of Bombing Podcast Dan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/

Episode 167: World Series of Comedy week starts now! To kick off this week of non-stop coverage from the WSOC, I'm joined by my good pal & WSOC emcee, Rick Gene. Rick gives us a rundown of the WSOC and what to expect this week. He also shares a story about bombing in a dive bar and insight on the power of words. We talked about prioritizing health, passing out on stage, and the pandemic. Plus more! Please rate, review, and subscribe!  Rick Gene Bio: Rick Gene is the host of The World Series of Comedy. He has completed numerous overseas tours for the troops and participated in the San Diego, Palm Springs and Orange County Comedy Festivals. He was the Head Writer and Host of his own sketch comedy radio show called "Keeping It Weird", which ran on a local CBS affiliated FM station in San Diego. Website: https://www.rickgene.com/  Instagram: @rick_gene Twitter: @rickgenecomedy WSOC: https://theworldseriesofcomedy.com/  WSOC Tickets: https://wsoctickets.com/  Art of Bombing: Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/   Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/blitzed-entertainment Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/artofbombingpod FB: https://www.facebook.com/artobpodcast/ Twitter: @artofbombingpod Instagram: @artofbombingpod YouTube: Art of Bombing Podcast Dan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/

Episode 165: Apollo amateur night & bloopers! This week I'm joined by DC based comedian, Maher Matta (Dry Bar Comedy). Maher shares a story about bombing at a corporate gig and his experience performing on the legendary Apollo amateur night in New York, NY. We had a wonderful conversation about crowds needing to laugh post covid, bloopers, comedy festivals, Dry Bar Comedy tapings, and the cons of judging other comics. Plus more! Please rate, review, and subscribe!  Maher Matta Bio: Maher Matta has been doing this thing called comedy since he was about 19 or so. He's been lucky to perform at comedy clubs and venues across the country. And in 2020 Maher released his first comedy special with the Dry Bar comedy. Instagram: @maher_matta Art of Bombing: Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/   Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/blitzed-entertainment Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/artofbombingpod FB: https://www.facebook.com/artobpodcast/ Twitter: @artofbombingpod Instagram: @artofbombingpod YouTube: Art of Bombing Podcast Dan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/

Episode 164: High school reunions! This week I'm joined by my long-time pal and San Diego comedian, Al Gavi (Comedy Heights). Al shares stories about bombing at his high school reunion and at a corporate gig. We talked about working clean, producing shows, radio gigs, and having technical difficulties at shows.  Plus more! Please rate, review, and subscribe!  Al Gavi Bio: Al Gavi is the spicy Colombian with eyes only slightly bigger than his persona! He’s a native of San Diego, California and had aspirations of entertaining audiences since early childhood. He is a co-producer of the Comedy Heights comedy shows in San Diego. He started on the radio with KDVS in Sacramento and transitioned to the San Diego airwaves with “The Week You Missed” comedy news program on KRLY. In his years of doing stand up, he was featured on Rooftop Comedy and worked with comics like Mark Christopher Lawrence, Auggie Smith, and Joey Diaz. Al Gavi frequently works with the U.S.O. entertaining troops across the globe. Website: http://www.comedyheights.com/  Instagram: @al.gavi Twitter: @mralgavi Extract Trailer Featuring Al Gavi Art of Bombing: Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/   Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/blitzed-entertainment Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/artofbombingpod FB: https://www.facebook.com/artobpodcast/ Twitter: @artofbombingpod Instagram: @artofbombingpod YouTube: Art of Bombing Podcast Dan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/

Episode 163: Character development! This week I'm joined by by Minneapolis comedian, Morgan Pearson. Morgan loves character theme nights at The Monday Night Comedy Show, though it doesn't always go as planned as Morgan shares a story about bombing as character from a popular cartoon. We discuss writing for characters, pros & cons of virtual comedy, unstated expectations, and being a super fan. Plus more! Please rate, review, and subscribe!  Morgan Pearson Bio: Morgan Pearson was born in Korea and adopted into Minnesota. She grew up performing musicals as the comic relief. Pearson is The 331 Club's 2015 "Tipsy Talent Show" Champion and will never give the giant trophy back. Website: https://www.facebook.com/MorganPearsonDidIt  Instagram: @MorganPearsonDidIt Twitter: @MorganPearsonIs Art of Bombing: Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/   Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/blitzed-entertainment Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/artofbombingpod FB: https://www.facebook.com/artobpodcast/ Twitter: @artofbombingpod Instagram: @artofbombingpod YouTube: Art of Bombing Podcast Dan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/

Episode 162: Radio and podcasts! This week I'm joined by former radio personality & Improvisor, Dave Holly. Dave shares great stories about radio goofs from the early days and talks about doing stand-up comedy for the first time. Dan and Dave talked about creating and marketing a podcast, having a radio background along with Improv and theater. Plus more! Please rate, review, and subscribe!  Dave Holly Bio: Former broadcaster that has a passion for local arts & entertainment. Prefer to think of myself as a conversationalist instead of an interviewer. Audiences are much more interested in what guests have to say. Website: https://davehollyhour.com  Instagram: @dave_holly_hour Twitter: @DaveHollyHour Art of Bombing: Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/   Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/blitzed-entertainment Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/artofbombingpod FB: https://www.facebook.com/artobpodcast/ Twitter: @artofbombingpod Instagram: @artofbombingpod YouTube: Art of Bombing Podcast Dan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/

Episode 161: Living in the present! This week I'm joined by my pal, San Diego based comedian, Jesse Egan. Jesse shares a story about bombing on his last show before the quarantine went into full effect. We talked about moving forward, getting ready for Dry Bar Comedy, how mood can effect performances and Jesse talks about touring with Vicki Barbolak from America's Got Talent. Plus more! Please rate, review, and subscribe!  Jesse Egan Bio: Winner of San Diego’s Funniest Person contest, comedian Jesse Egan performs stand-up all over the country. Jesse recently filmed his special for Dry Bar Comedy, has hosted the TV talk show Tonight in San Diego, and appeared on CW6, KPBS, Union Tribune TV, Laughs on Fox, Dry Bar and in the documentary film Stage Time. Website: https://jesseegan.net/  Instagram: @jesseegancomedy Twitter: @jesseegancomedy Art of Bombing: Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/   Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/blitzed-entertainment Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/artofbombingpod FB: https://www.facebook.com/artobpodcast/ Twitter: @artofbombingpod Instagram: @artofbombingpod YouTube: Art of Bombing Podcast Dan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/

Episode 160: Which one were you in? This week I'm joined by stand-up comedian, Josh Florhaug (NBC, Amazon Prime), all the way from Los Angeles, CA. Josh shares a story about bombing at a casino and bombing because of an obnoxious drunk heckler along with what its like to have a Great Uncle that is a legendary comedian. We had a great conversation about comedy during quarantine, getting credits & using them when relevant, taking acting classes, and life in California. Plus more! Please rate, review, and subscribe!  Josh Florhaug Bio: Remember the kid you picked on in High School? Well, he's back and has a microphone. Josh takes a raw look at a timid life. He tells stories of a kid who did things a little differently, from cheerleading to living with his girlfriend. Josh will have you feeling bad for him but laughing the whole time. Website: https://www.joshfcomedy.com  Instagram: @joshfcomedy Twitter: @joshfcomedy Art of Bombing: Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/   Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/blitzed-entertainment Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/artofbombingpod FB: https://www.facebook.com/artobpodcast/ Twitter: @artofbombingpod Instagram: @artofbombingpod YouTube: Art of Bombing Podcast Dan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/

Episode 159: We sound the same! This week I'm joined by Twin Cities comedian, Jalen Russell. Jalen shares a story about bombing while under the influence shortly after he almost died.  We had a fantastic conversation about the Twin City's comedy scene, evolving as comedians, building an hour, and getting too much sympathy from the audience. Plus more! Please rate, review, and subscribe!  Jalen Russell Bio: Jalen Russell is a stand-up comedian from the Twin Cities. Russell engineers and produces the “Awful Service Podcast”, and begrudgingly works as an audio tech for bikers and churchgoers alike; both of which would hate to see his stand-up routine. Instagram: @tellingtalltale Twitter: @tellingtalltale Art of Bombing: Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/   Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/blitzed-entertainment Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/artofbombingpod FB: https://www.facebook.com/artobpodcast/ Twitter: @artofbombingpod Instagram: @artofbombingpod YouTube: Art of Bombing Podcast Dan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/

Episode 158: Finding your flow state! This week I'm joined by Brooklyn, NY based comedian, Johnny Azari. Johnny talks about bombing in front of nudists and his transition from music to comedy. We went deep discussing virtual comedy festivals, bombing important shows like auditions & tapings, and the woes of do it yourself production. Plus more! Please rate, review, and subscribe!  Johnny Azari Bio: Johnny Azari (Brooklyn) is an Iranian-American comedian and has been on tour since 2015. Azari has appeared on “Weekly Riff” (Fuse) & “Crime Report” (Compound Media). When he isn’t on tour he performs in NYC clubs and produces “Free Speech Comedy” a Brooklyn based show. Azari delivers a high-energy act about life on the road, ten years as an almost-famous rock & roller, and political/social satire. Johnny has headlined 15 states, performed in seven comedy festivals, and released two full length albums, "The Revolution Will Be Hilarious," (2017) & “Fuccboi 4 The Status-quo,” (2019). Website: https://www.johnnyazari.com/  Instagram: @johnnyazari Twitter:  @johnnyazari Art of Bombing: Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/   Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/blitzed-entertainment Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/artofbombingpod FB: https://www.facebook.com/artobpodcast/ Twitter: @artofbombingpod Instagram: @artofbombingpod YouTube: Art of Bombing Podcast Dan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/

Episode 157: Playing by the rules! This week I'm joined by my pal, LA based comedian Justin Foster (Joe Rogan Podcast, San Diego Comedy Festival). Justin tells a couple stories about bombing, one at a corporate gig and the other in the lobby of a Las Vegas casino. We had an in depth conversation about bad crowd work, being honest with ourselves, and being set up for failure. Justin also talks briefly about opening for Drew Lynch. Plus more! Please rate, review, and subscribe!  Justin Foster   Bio: Justin Foster is a native Texas comedian now living in Los Angeles. Justin has been featured on the Joe Rogan Podcast, the Burbank Comedy Festival, the San Diego Comedy Festival, "Fresh Faces" at the Laugh Factory, and has been voted one of the Top Funniest Comics in Texas by the Improv multiple times. His debut comedy album, 'DANGERLESS', debuted at number one on iTunes and can be heard on Sirius/XM. Website: http://www.justincomic.com/ Instagram: @justincomic Twitter:  @justincomic   Art of Bombing: Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/   Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/blitzed-entertainment Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/artofbombingpod FB: https://www.facebook.com/artobpodcast/ Twitter: @artofbombingpod Instagram: @artofbombingpod YouTube: Art of Bombing Podcast Dan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/

Episode 156: Separating the artist from the art. This week I'm joined by LA based comedian, Jonesy (Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, Drunk History) who was in Asia right as Coronavirus was starting to breakout. He talked about performing in Asia and had a great story about bombing on an island for a college orientation weekend when he first started comedy. We had an in depth conversation about separating the art from the artist, what its like performing in countries that don't have freedom of speech, and growing as a performing. Plus more! Please rate, review, and subscribe!  Jonesy Bio: Jonesy has been on Letterman, Gotham, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt and Drunk History. His podcast, Weird AF News, recently surpassed 1 million downloads. Instagram: @funnyjones Twitter: @funnyjones Podcast: Weird AF News Art of Bombing: Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/   Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/blitzed-entertainment Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/artofbombingpod FB: https://www.facebook.com/artobpodcast/ Twitter: @artofbombingpod Instagram: @artofbombingpod YouTube: Art of Bombing Podcast Dan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/

Episode 155: Moving during the pandemic! This week I'm joined by comedian & voice over actor, Coco Briscoe. Coco fills us in on her decision to leave LA and move across country to Virginia where she grew up. We had an in depth conversation about taking breaks from comedy, writing, cancelling gigs, and reading books about comedy. Plus more! Please rate, review, and subscribe!  Coco Briscoe Bio: Coco Briscoe is a Stand-Up Comic, Actor and a VO Artist. Instagram: @coco.briscoe Twitter: @briscoekidd Art of Bombing: Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/   Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/blitzed-entertainment Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/artofbombingpod FB: https://www.facebook.com/artobpodcast/ Twitter: @artofbombingpod Instagram: @artofbombingpod YouTube: Art of Bombing Podcast Dan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/

Episode 154: Podcasts and road trips! Today my guest is Madison, WI comedian, Will Isenberg. Will shares a story about performing at a family friendly CBD show and dealing with young ones. We also talked about podcasts, road trips, retirement parties, and recorder placement. Plus more! Please rate, review, and subscribe!  Will Isenberg: Bio: Will Isenberg has been performing comedy for four years. He has hosted at Skyline Comedy Club and Madison’s Comedy on State, and has opened for Adam Newman, Eric Schwartz, Steve Gillespie, Daniel Simonsen, and Kelsey Cook. Instagram: @will.isenberg Twitter: @isentrigger Art of Bombing: Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/   Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/blitzed-entertainment Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/artofbombingpod FB: https://www.facebook.com/artobpodcast/ Twitter: @artofbombingpod Instagram: @artofbombingpod YouTube: Art of Bombing Podcast Dan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/

Episode 153: Puppets! Today my guest is my good friend and San Diego based comedian, actor, puppeteer, and improviser, Veronica Burgess. Veronica couldn't think of a time when she felt that she bombed really bad because she came to comedy with a theater background and was already accustomed to rejection. We talked about benefits of taking classes, puppeteering, carrying negativity, and sketchy venues. Plus more! Please rate, review, and subscribe!  Veronica Burgess: Bio: Veronica is passionate about storytelling. She's an actor, improviser, standup, and puppeteer. Veronica is a graduate of Sand Diego State University with a BA in Theatre Arts, with a performance emphasis. She has taught acting, improv, and playwriting, and has been lucky to direct in the 48 Hour Film Project. Instagram: @_vburge_ Twitter: @vBurge Art of Bombing: Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/   Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/blitzed-entertainment Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/artofbombingpod FB: https://www.facebook.com/artobpodcast/ Twitter: @artofbombingpod Instagram: @artofbombingpod YouTube: Art of Bombing Podcast Dan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/