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Episode 212: Making the best of it! In this episode, Dan is joined by Los Angeles-based comedian Erik Escobar (Last Comic Standing, I Can See Your Voice). Erik shares his experience with giving a TedTalk and has a story where a fight broke out during the show and someone pulled out a gun. Dan and Erik talk about making the best out of bad situations, their shared love of wrestling, friends in comedy, and credits that aren't the best representation. Plus more! Please rate and review.Erik EscobarErik Escobar is a comedian who has performed all over the United States at clubs, colleges, and theatres independently, with the Almost Asian Comedy Tour, and opening for acts such as Rex Navarrete and Jerry Seinfeld. You can catch him on NBC's Last Comic Standing, Buzzfeed, VH1, and just released a TedTalk. Erik has also been featured on the popular podcast: The Viall Files and recently as Musical Bars on I Can See Your Voice on FOX! He holds a Masters in Fine Arts in Comedy Theory and Studies from Goddard College and resides in Los Angeles, CA. Website: NA Twitter: @erikescobar Instagram: @erikescobar Art of Bombing:  Dead & Mellow: https://deadandmellow.com/  "Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John Hult  Bumpers provided by Joe Nicola Music  Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/    Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/blitzed-entertainment Buy me a beer: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dbubcomedy  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/  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Episode 211: Meeting the moment! In this episode, Dan is joined by Minneapolis-based comedian Senthil Rajasekharan (Fargo Comedy Festival, The Great Spirit Comedy Festival). Senthil shares an incredible story about performing for the first time at the Comedy Store in Los Angeles and bombing as a host in a club in Wisconsin. Dan and Senthil talk about Comedy Store Lore, comedy consumption, first impressions, and always being prepared to perform. Plus more! Please rate and review.Senthil RajasekharanSenthil Rajasekharan is a standup comedian who started doing comedy in Minneapolis/St. Paul in 2010.  Senthil performs at clubs, bars, and other top venues across the Midwest including Goonie’s Comedy Club, Royal Comedy Theater, Sisyphus Brewing, and many more.He also performs at popular comedy festivals and was recently a featured performer at the 1st Fargo Comedy Festival and The Great Spirit Comedy Festival.  He has already been fortunate to open for nationally touring headliners such as Jim Florentine (The Metal Show, Crank Yankers), Tim Harmston (Letterman), and Steve Gillespie (Conan). Senthil also works as a software engineer by day but no, he won’t fix your computer.  He will tell you some hilarious jokes, however, so don’t miss your chance to see this rising star on a stage near you. Website: Senthil Rajasekharan Twitter: @sprcmdysenthil Instagram: @realsenthil Art of Bombing:  Dead & Mellow: https://deadandmellow.com/  "Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John Hult  Bumpers provided by Joe Nicola Music  Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/    Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/blitzed-entertainment Buy me a beer: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dbubcomedy  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/  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Episode 210: On the road! In this episode, Dan talks with Kansas City-based comedian, Will C (Veteran's of Comedy, Modern Family). Will C talking shares stories about bombing at military shows and a time when a bar owner made him do his whole time for an empty room. Dan and Will talk about working the road, small towns, and being true to yourself. Plus more! Please rate and review.Will CWill C is a veteran of 3 branches of service (Air Force, Marine Corps, Army). After leaving the military he chose to pursue a career in acting and touring as a National Comedian. He has been performing his comedy in the United States, Canada, and Overseas for the last 26 years. He is the founder of The Veterans of Comedy and is the writer of Combat 2 Comedy. Will has been featured on TV shows like Modern Family, Mom, Monk, Numb3rs, Knight Rider, MANswers, "Gene Simmons" Family Jewels, Storage Hunters, and Hello Ladies.  He has also appeared in movies like, ”Revival”, "Yes Man" with Jim Carrey, ”Seven Pounds” with Will Smith, “Gone Girl” with Ben Affleck, “Purge: Anarchy”,” Inherent Vice” with Joaquin Phoenix, “Hail Caesar” with George Clooney, and many others.   Website: Will C  Twitter: @comedianwillc  Instagram: @therealwillc  Art of Bombing:  Dead & Mellow: https://deadandmellow.com/  "Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John Hult  Bumpers provided by Joe Nicola Music  Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/    Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/blitzed-entertainment Buy me a beer: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dbubcomedy  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/  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

In episode 7 (Re-release), Dan sits down with comedian Spencer Dobson (Laugh Your Asheville Off, Sno Jam Comedy Festival). Spencer jams out on Dan's cigar box guitar and they discuss the different flavors of bombing on stage. Spencer DobsonA veteran of the comedy stage Spencer Dobson’s act involves tales of love, life, family, technology and food. Spencer’s take on life is a little dark, pretty clever, and very funny. Spencer is from a lot of places and currently resides in somewhere in one of the Dakotas. Spencer has performed in clubs, at comedy festivals, private functions, and prisons all over the US and Canada.  Comedy has taken Spencer from one Corner of the continent to the other. Cutting his comedy teeth in Minneapolis and then moving to Los Angeles to follow his dreams. Family illness brought Spencer back to the midwest and love kept Spencer in the midwest.2018 provided the unique opportunity for Spencer to perform for inmates in multiple prison facilities in Spencer’s home state of North Dakota. Spencer performed at minimum, medium, and even maximum-security facilities. The shows were a lot of fun and the inmates seemed to genuinely appreciate a good chuckleSpencer has appeared at the following comedy festivals: : Laugh Your Asheville Off, Asheville, NC (2015, 2019) The Sioux Falls Sno Jam, Sioux Falls, SD; ; The Laughing Derby, Louisville, KY, and many more. Spencer has two albums “Let’s try this Again” and “It’ll be Fun” both available on Itunes, Google Play, Pandora, Spotify, and CD Baby  Website: Spencer Dobson Twitter: NA Instagram: NAArt of Bombing:Dead & Mellow: https://deadandmellow.com/ "Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John HultBumpers provided by Joe Nicola MusicWebsite: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/  Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/blitzed-entertainmentPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/artofbombingpodFB: https://www.facebook.com/artobpodcast/Twitter: @artofbombingpodInstagram: @artofbombingpodYouTube: Art of Bombing PodcastDan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Episode 209: In this episode, Dan talks with Minneapolis-based comedian, Joe Christianson (Joke Quest 200) about bombing on his first road gig. They also talk about writing and memorizing one-liners, finding the perfect length for digital content, forcing crowd work, and testing new material at mix mics. Plus more! Please rate and review.Joe ChristiansonJoe Christianson loves telling jokes. The more, the quicker, the better. He meticulously sets them, a glint forms in his eye, and then the punchline hits. From Fargo, North Dakota, Joe was raised on equal parts Ole and Lena jokes and Monty Python tapes, and it shows in material that's half vaudeville and half just weird. Now moved on to Minneapolis, Joe is hitting up clubs and one-nighters all throughout the Midwest. Whether featuring for a national headliner or yelling at drunks at a county fair, Joe's having the time of his life and hopes to meet you along the way.Website: Joe Christianson Twitter: @jokequest200 Instagram: NAArt of Bombing: Dead & Mellow: https://deadandmellow.com/ "Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John Hult Bumpers provided by Joe Nicola Music Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/   Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/blitzed-entertainmentBuy me a beer: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dbubcomedy 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/ ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Episode 208: Before comedy and sci-fi! In episode 208, Dan talks with his former business partner and now South Dakota Sci-Fi author, Steven Koutz (Shadowed Stars) about running a business together, collecting comic books, and building strong writing habits. The two reminisce and share stories about their former comic book store, Empiric Cards, and Comics. Plus more! Please rate and review.Steven KoutzSteven Koutz is originally from St. Paul, Minnesota, USA.  He has been writing stories for as long as he can remember. He likes to write his science fiction with continuity and serialization of characters and events. He enjoys characters that are always growing.  He will also add small hints of old black-and-white classic auras hidden in tales of more modern and graphic flavor. He also likes to work in elements of other genres that he can fit in a science fiction tale, such as western, horror, and romance. His hobbies are collecting comic books, action figures, busts, and trading cards. He also plays many trading and customizable card games as well as many various role-playing games, miniature games, and elaborate board games. His passion is storytelling in the science fiction genre. He is a fan of many of the sci-fi franchises and has always wanted to write his own series. Shadowed Stars is that mature science fiction read series with eight numbered books planned. Book 1 is now available. Shadowed Stars the Reign of the Black Guard book 2 is also available in July 2021 and Shadowed Stars the Children of Home book 3 is currently in edit. They are published by Page Publishing and the fourth book Shadowed Stars Remnants is already approved for future publication. There are many other titles planned beyond the eight-numbered ones. Steven has assigned one set of characters for even-numbered books and another set of characters for the odd-numbered. Characters will make cameo roles in the other books as well. They are structured that way for the reader and Steven to avoids tire and overuse of the same characters. Steven also feels it keeps his writing fresh and whets an appetite for characters loved by the reader as they wait for their favorite character’s return. Steven also likes to let the story flow and write itself with just moderate control. Website: Shadowed Stars Twitter: @shadowedstarsbk @StevenKoutz Instagram: @shadowedstarsbk Art of Bombing: Dead & Mellow: https://deadandmellow.com/ "Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John Hult Bumpers provided by Joe Nicola Music Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/   Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/blitzed-entertainmentBuy me a beer: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dbubcomedy 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/ ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Episode 207: First impressions in Wisconsin! In this episode, Dan talks with Minneapolis-based comedian, Trevor Anderson (10,000 Laughs Comedy Festival, Aspen Comedy Festival) about false validation, playing in bands, and writing segues. Plus Trevor shares his story of bombing while opening for a band at a theater and bombing the first time he met his wife's parents. Plus more! Please rate and review.Trevor AndersonTrevor Anderson is a Minneapolis-based stand-up comedian who has been making a name for himself throughout the Midwest over the past decade.  His intelligent and charmingly enthusiastic approach to comedy helps him connect with and entertain any audience.  Quick wit and quirky takes on everyday observations make Trevor’s comedy widely accessible, yet completely one of a kind. Trevor has performed at the 10,000 Laughs Comedy Festival and at the Aspen Comedy Festival where he was a winner of the Rooftop Comedy College Competition.  He’s a local favorite at Minneapolis’ renowned Acme Comedy Company where he regularly performs.  He is the co-creator and producer of the monthly Punchline Punchout showcase.Website: Trevor Anderson Twitter: @TrevorTheComic Instagram: @ch4anderson Art of Bombing: Dead & Mellow: https://deadandmellow.com/ "Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John Hult Bumpers provided by Joe Nicola Music Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/   Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/blitzed-entertainmentBuy me a beer: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dbubcomedy 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/ ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Episode 206: Creating space for diversity! In this episode, Dan talks with Seattle, WA-based comedian Duante Barnett (Northwest Black Comedy Festival). Duante tells a story about bombing at an LGBTQ+ show in Seattle and he talks about his mission of creating space for diversity. They talk about the problems with gatekeepers, using stage time as therapy, and trying to make a healthy living doing comedy. Plus more! Please rate and review.Duante BarnettDuante`Suitman' Barnett a Seattle, WA native.  He produces SuitMan Productions and his first original show idea Deaf Comedy Jam was inspired by his own hearing loss and offers a show that unites both the hearing and non-hearing communities. A staple of the Annual Northwest Black Comedy Festival for 3 years. where he was awarded “Best Podcast” of 2020 and "Best Host" of 2021. Places like Laugh Comedy Club's Laugh Off, Jai Thai's Comedy Clash & a number of pacific northwest artists know his influences and creativity of production. All of this while being HOH and having had surgery on his left ear to restore about 40-50% of his hearing. SuitMan production is more than an entertainment company. It is a platform to give light to artists who need an opportunity in a safe forum. His newest projects The Autistic Artists and Dating With Disabilities podcasts highlight entertainers and artists on the spectrum and with physical disabilities. Website: Duante Barnett  Twitter: NA Instagram: @SuitMan206 Art of Bombing: Dead & Mellow: https://deadandmellow.com/ "Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John Hult Bumpers provided by Joe Nicola Music Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/   Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/blitzed-entertainmentBuy me a beer: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dbubcomedy 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/ ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Episode 205: The World Series of Comedy! In this episode Dan talks to Joe Lowers & Jason Rowland (World Series of Comedy) about their comedy festival, the World Series of Comedy. Joe tells stories from his days on the road and working in Las Vegas. Jason explains how he got into comedy club management and how he and Joe became friends, then how they ended up working together. The World Series of ComedyThe World Series of Comedy is a stand-up comedy event for comedians of all levels. It starts with weeklong live satellite contests all around the U.S. and Canada and Online Showcases throughout the year, culminating in a comedy festival we call The Main Event, in September. The festival includes 101 qualifying comedians competing in The Main Event, as well as an entire week of comedy seminars and social and networking events for comics, comedy club managers and bookers from the U.S. and Canada.The WSOC comedy festival is now in it’s twelfth year and is quickly becoming one of the best and biggest comedy festivals in the nation. The event helps comics obtain more contacts and get more gigs by creating a setting where both comedians and decision makers mingle throughout the events.Website: The World Series of Comedy Twitter: @WSOCFestival Instagram: @WSOCFestival Art of Bombing: Dead & Mellow: https://deadandmellow.com/ "Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John Hult Bumpers provided by Joe Nicola Music Website: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/   Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/blitzed-entertainment Buy me a beer: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dbubcomedy 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/ ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Episode 204: Big rooms, small crowds! In this episode Dan talks to Kristin Carnes (Laughfest, North Carolina Comedy Festival) from West Lafayette, IN. Kristin talked about comedy in Boston and moving around. She shared a bombing story from a show that was in a big room, with a small, spaced out crowd. They talked about feedback mics, unconstructive criticism, and comedy venues closing. Plus more! Please rate, review, and subscribe!Kristin CarnesAlways a late bloomer, Kristin Carnes didn’t start comedy until her 40’s but steadily gained momentum in the Boston area. In 2017-18, she appeared regularly at The Comedy Studio, ImprovBoston and other venues throughout New England, performed at Laughfest in Michigan and the North Carolina Comedy Festival, auditioned for the Kevin Hart show, Hart of the City II and she also co-produced a monthly showcase, Laughter on Tap, in Cambridge which always featured a diverse cast of comedians. Having moved home to the Midwest, she has performed at Wiley's in Dayton, The Drop in South Bend, and The Plus in Eau Claire, WI and has begun her own mini comedy festival, the Waukegan Comedy Jam, in her hometown in Illinois.Website: Kristin Carnes Twitter: @kristincarnes2Instagram: NAArt of Bombing:Dead & Mellow: https://deadandmellow.com/ "Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John HultBumpers provided by Joe Nicola MusicWebsite: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/  Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/blitzed-entertainmentBuy me a beer: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dbubcomedyPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/artofbombingpodFB: https://www.facebook.com/artobpodcast/Twitter: @artofbombingpodInstagram: @artofbombingpodYouTube: Art of Bombing PodcastDan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

In episode 6 (Re-release), Dan sits down with comedian Sean Jordan (All Fantasy Everything, Doug Loves Movies) a Sioux Falls native that now resides in Portland. They talk about performing for bikers, clubs not having security, and fights breaking out in clubs. Sean has a few different stories about bombing on stage and some great insight about being honest with yourself when it comes to having enough material to fill time.Sean JordanSean is a stand-up comedian living in Los Angeles by way of South Dakota. He made it out even though South Dakota is the greatest state in the country! Sean spent his formative years in Portland OR where he was voted the funniest person in 2014. In 2015 he was named one of the "Comics to Watch" by Splitsider and in 2016 was awarded the same title by Comedy Central. Sean moved to Los Angeles just over a year ago where he wasted no time digging into the stand-up scene performing on the top shows in the city while also maintaining a nonstop touring schedule. If you're a podcast fan then you've most likely heard Sean on the wildly popular podcast All Fantasy Everything, where he is a regular cohost. IndieWire magazine even crowned an episode: One of the 50 Best Podcast Episodes of 2017! How fun is that?! Sean is also a regular guest and fan favorite on Doug Benson's podcast Doug Loves Movies. You may have also heard him on Professor Blastoff, The Crabfeast, Competitive Erotic Fan Fiction, Put Your Hands Together, and ARIYNBF (Alison Rosen is Your New Best Friend). Sean is no stranger to the festival circuit doing festivals like this one all over the country. Those festivals include Sketchfest in San Francisco, High Plains Comedy Festival in Denver, and The Bridgetown Comedy Festival in Portland to name a few. Sean was also a part-time staff writer on Live Wire radio and just recently wrapped up as a member of a writing team for a Comedy Central pilot.Website: Sean JordanTwitter: @seansjordanInstagram: @seancougarmelonjordanArt of Bombing:Dead & Mellow: https://deadandmellow.com/ "Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John HultBumpers provided by Joe Nicola MusicWebsite: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/  Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/blitzed-entertainmentPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/artofbombingpodFB: https://www.facebook.com/artobpodcast/Twitter: @artofbombingpodInstagram: @artofbombingpodYouTube: Art of Bombing PodcastDan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Episode 203: Hijacked Comedy! In this episode, Dan talks to Sean Jordan (All Fantasy Everything, Doug Loves Movies) about the first time they met, hijacked bar shows, supporting your local comedy clubs, the producer's responsibility to, and unnecessary road gigs. Sean shares a couple of bombing stories including a gig where the bar shut off a playoff game midway through for his show.  Plus more! Please rate, review, and subscribe!Sean JordanSean is a stand-up comedian living in Los Angeles by way of South Dakota. He made it out even though South Dakota is the greatest state in the country! Sean spent his formative years in Portland OR where he was voted the funniest person in 2014. In 2015 he was named one of the "Comics to Watch" by Splitsider and in 2016 was awarded the same title by Comedy Central. Sean moved to Los Angeles just over a year ago where he wasted no time digging into the stand-up scene performing on the top shows in the city while also maintaining a nonstop touring schedule. If you're a podcast fan then you've most likely heard Sean on the wildly popular podcast All Fantasy Everything, where he is a regular cohost. IndieWire magazine even crowned an episode: One of the 50 Best Podcast Episodes of 2017! How fun is that?! Sean is also a regular guest and fan favorite on Doug Benson's podcast Doug Loves Movies. You may have also heard him on Professor Blastoff, The Crabfeast, Competitive Erotic Fan Fiction, Put Your Hands Together, and ARIYNBF (Alison Rosen is Your New Best Friend). Sean is no stranger to the festival circuit doing festivals like this one all over the country. Those festivals include Sketchfest in San Francisco, High Plains Comedy Festival in Denver, and The Bridgetown Comedy Festival in Portland to name a few. Sean was also a part-time staff writer on Live Wire radio and just recently wrapped up as a member of a writing team for a Comedy Central pilot.Website: Sean JordanTwitter: @seansjordanInstagram: @seancougarmelonjordanArt of Bombing:Dead & Mellow: https://deadandmellow.com/ "Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John HultBumpers provided by Joe Nicola MusicWebsite: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/  Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/blitzed-entertainmentPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/artofbombingpodFB: https://www.facebook.com/artobpodcast/Twitter: @artofbombingpodInstagram: @artofbombingpodYouTube: Art of Bombing PodcastDan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Episode 202: A Hot Breath Crossover! In part 1 of 2 Dan talks with Joel Byars from the Hot Breath Podcast. Joel shares a story about bombing due to his lack of experience. They talk about Joel's focus on the Hot Breath Podcast and the community around it. Joel explains the comedy writer's room Write 10 club and what inspired it. Plus more! Please rate, review, and subscribe! To listen to part two visit Hot Breath Podcast. Joel ByarsJoel self-produced his comedy special The Trophy Husband and he's the host of the Hot Breath! Podcast.Website: Joel Byars Twitter: @JoelByarsComedy Instagram: @JoelByarsComedy Part 2 of 2: Hot Breath PodcastArt of Bombing:Dead & Mellow: https://deadandmellow.com/ "Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John HultBumpers provided by Joe Nicola MusicWebsite: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/  Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/blitzed-entertainmentPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/artofbombingpodFB: https://www.facebook.com/artobpodcast/Twitter: @artofbombingpodInstagram: @artofbombingpodYouTube: Art of Bombing PodcastDan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

In episode 5 (Re-release), Dan sits down with comedian Michael Castleberry (San Diego's Funniest Person Finalist), an old friend and standup comedian from San Diego, CA. Michael talks about the time he bombed at Winston's OB in San Diego when he and Dan were co-headlining their weekly comedy show. Michael CastleberrySan Diego's Funniest Person FinalistWebsite: NA Twitter: @MLCastleberry80 Instagram: @mcastleberry1980Art of Bombing:Dead & Mellow: https://deadandmellow.com/ "Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John HultBumpers provided by Joe Nicola MusicWebsite: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/  Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/blitzed-entertainmentPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/artofbombingpodFB: https://www.facebook.com/artobpodcast/Twitter: @artofbombingpodInstagram: @artofbombingpodYouTube: Art of Bombing PodcastDan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Episode 201: Grumpy old men! In this episode, Dan celebrates the four-year anniversary of the Art of Bombing and is joined by Chad Daniels (Middle of Somewhere, Conan O’Brien, The Late Late Show With James Corden). Chad shares a couple of great stories about shows that went bad including a show where he convinced the audience that Time Magazine named his closer one of the top 10 closers of comedy and Chad talked about his recent album recording at Acme Comedy Club. Dan and Chad also shared Gallagher stories and talked about the difficulty of emceeing, losing the audience, and mutual respect between comedians. Plus more! Please rate, review, and subscribe! Chad DanielsWith close to a billion streams of his 5 albums to date, and averaging a million more every week, Chad Daniels is one of the most listened to comedians of all time. Originally from, and still residing in, rural Minnesota Chad has been touring the country for over 20 years. He has made 6 late-night appearances to date and is one of only 13 comics to be featured on The Tonight Show with Conan O’Brien. His previous album Footprints on the Moon was the most streamed comedy album of 2017. Chad’s third stand-up special and fifth album, Dad Chaniels, was released on Amazon in 2019, and his hugely popular podcast, Middle of Somewhere with co-host Cy Amundson, is released weekly.  Website: Chad Daniels Twitter: @thatchaddanielsInstagram: @thatchaddanielsArt of Bombing:Dead & Mellow: https://deadandmellow.com/ "Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John HultBumpers provided by Joe Nicola MusicWebsite: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/  Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/blitzed-entertainmentPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/artofbombingpodFB: https://www.facebook.com/artobpodcast/Twitter: @artofbombingpodInstagram: @artofbombingpodYouTube: Art of Bombing PodcastDan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Episode 200: Funny thing about Minnesota! This week Dan is joined by legendary actor/comedian Louie Anderson (Baskets, Coming 2 America, Life With Louie).  Louie shares over forty years of comedy insight and situations that can lead to bombing. Dan & Louie talk about mutual ties to South Dakota, the book Funny Thing About Minnesota by Patrick Strait, Louie's upcoming comedy special, and writing material that matters. Plus more! Please rate, review, and subscribe! Louie AndersonIconic comedian Louie Anderson, a three­-time Emmy Award® winner, is one of the country’s most recognized and adored comics, named by Comedy Central as “One of 100 Greatest Stand­-Up Comedians of All Time.” His career has spanned more than 30 years. He is a best-selling author, star of his own standup specials and sitcoms and he continues to tour the country performing to standing-room-only crowds worldwide.In 2016 Anderson was cast to co­-star along with Zach Galifianakis and Martha Kelly in the hit FX comedy series Baskets. Anderson plays the extraordinary role of “Christine,” the matriarch of the Baskets clan. He based the character on his mother and his five sisters who were all a major presence in his life. Anderson won an Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series and a Critics’ Choice award for Best Supporting Actor In A Comedy Series for his role as “Christine Baskets” in 2016 and received a second Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series nomination for the role in 2017. Website: https://louieanderson.com/Twitter: @LouieAndersonInstagram: @LouieAndersonTix to See Louie: https://rushtix.com/events/louie-anderson/Buy Funny Thing About MinnesotaArt of Bombing:Dead & Mellow: https://deadandmellow.com/ "Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John HultBumpers provided by Joe Nicola MusicWebsite: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/  Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/blitzed-entertainmentPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/artofbombingpodFB: https://www.facebook.com/artobpodcast/Twitter: @artofbombingpodInstagram: @artofbombingpodYouTube: Art of Bombing PodcastDan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

In episode 4 (Re-release), accompanied by Casey Kustak, Dan sits down with DJ Dangler. DJ has a great story about how he almost got arrested for domestic terrorism and then talks about bombing on stage during the NCAA season opener, then having to deal with an audience member after a show.DJ DanglerDJ travels around the country working in clubs and colleges. He has appeared at Caroline's on Broadway and Gotham Comedy Club in New York City. His style is sharp and high-energy. He draws from his many and varied interests to relate to most any crowd. He blends New York's cynicism with genuine Midwestern agreeability to present a different take on both the trivial and substantial aspects of life.DJ is a firm believer that people are pretty much the same everywhere, and if you can make those people laugh, you don't have to have a real job.Website: http://www.djdanglercomedy.com/Twitter: @DJDanglerInstagram: NAArt of Bombing:Dead & Mellow: https://deadandmellow.com/ "Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John HultBumpers provided by Joe Nicola MusicWebsite: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/  Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/blitzed-entertainmentPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/artofbombingpodFB: https://www.facebook.com/artobpodcast/Twitter: @artofbombingpodInstagram: @artofbombingpodYouTube: Art of Bombing PodcastDan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Episode 199: The Student and the teacher! This week Dan is joined by his long-time pal and comedy mentor Spencer James (Dry Bar Comedy, World Series of Comedy Winner) based in Las Vegas, NV. Spencer tells a story about bombing at his first paid gig and overcoming his struggle for his parent's approval. They talk about performing in Las Vegas and on cruise ships, keeping a routine, and setting up steps to achieve goals.  Plus more! Please rate, review, and subscribe! Spencer JamesSpencer James has been taking comedy seriously since Feb 2, 2009, irony intended. He was not taking it very seriously for 2 years before that. He performs a lot on cruise lines right now and in Las Vegas. Spencer is starting to do more Improv’s and Funny Bones around the country and half the time they let him go last. Some of Spencer's personal highlights are as follows: he won the “World Series of Comedy” in Las Vegas in 2014 (funnier people had an off night), he co-created a live variety show with Christopher Wiegand called “Plethora” that ran in Denver, CO for 18 months and provided ANY type of performer “better than average” footage for free of their performance. Spencer created a one-man show called “How to Hide a Fat Kid,” (acting, not standup), and this year he's been selected to perform for Oceania Cruise Lines on their way to Bora Bora in French Polynesia. Website: https://spencerjames.com Twitter: @comedianspencerInstagram: @comedianspencerYoutube: Spencer JamesArt of Bombing:Dead & Mellow: https://deadandmellow.com/ "Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John HultBumpers provided by Joe Nicola MusicWebsite: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/  Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/blitzed-entertainmentPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/artofbombingpodFB: https://www.facebook.com/artobpodcast/Twitter: @artofbombingpodInstagram: @artofbombingpodYouTube: Art of Bombing PodcastDan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

In episode 3, Dan talks with Timmy Williams from The Whitest Kids U Know. Timmy shares a story with Dan about doing a corporate gig in Watertown, SD that went terrible. Timmy WilliamsWebsite: NATwitter: @timmyisanerdInstagram: @timmywilliamsisprettyArt of Bombing:Dead & Mellow: https://deadandmellow.com/ "Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John HultBumpers provided by Joe Nicola MusicWebsite: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/  Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/blitzed-entertainmentPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/artofbombingpodFB: https://www.facebook.com/artobpodcast/Twitter: @artofbombingpodInstagram: @artofbombingpodYouTube: Art of Bombing PodcastDan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Episode 198: Know when to hold'em! This week Dan is joined by comedian and poker player, Michael Klatt. Michael explains how one can bomb playing poker and the risks associated with it. They discuss poker consulting, correlations between comedy & poker, comedy at casinos, and making memorable moments. Plus more! Please rate, review, and subscribe! Michael KlattFormer subpar open micer who still tells the story about the time he was locked in a bathroom with P.J. Walsh. Website: NATwitter: NAInstagram: NASnapchat: NomadpokerllcArt of Bombing:Dead & Mellow: https://deadandmellow.com/ "Nobody Had a Podcast Called The Art of Bombing" Theme by John HultBumpers provided by Joe Nicola MusicWebsite: https://www.artofbombingpod.com/  Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/blitzed-entertainmentPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/artofbombingpodFB: https://www.facebook.com/artobpodcast/Twitter: @artofbombingpodInstagram: @artofbombingpodYouTube: Art of Bombing PodcastDan Bublitz Jr: http://www.danbublitz.com/★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★