Getting My Act Together

Joe honors the purpose for which the podcast was created.

Joe talks about again being accosted on stage, gambling on horses without knowing how, and reading another great comedy book.

In a rare alfresco recording, Joe talks about hanging out and "supporting the show," a Queen Bee audience member, and proving the concept in a monster SycuaHAHAn show.

Joe talks about the rest of his luxurious vacation, reading a great comedy book, and getting back to performing at his new favorite room in San Diego.

Joe talks about taking a break from the podcast and visiting places where he is not wanted.

Joe revisits an episode with a greedy neighbor and talks about his hesitancy to discuss a "luxurious" vacation.

Joe talks about a reel he thought deserved better, CNN again taking the (race) bait, and resisting the urge to justify irrationality.

Joe talks about new opportunities in his act, staying the course, and hanging out with the crowd after a show.

Joe talks about upgrades afoot for the podcast, family coming to see him tell jokes, and a successful first show at the Sycuan Casino Resort.

Joe talks about a terrible show on the heels of two great ones, explaining homelessness to his daughter, and six big shows later this week.

Joe talks about two red-hot shows with Ian Bagg, welcomes new listeners to the podcast, and highlights a current events joke that worked across the political spectrum.

Joe talks about club shows this weekend and a disastrous recording outcome.

Joe talks about doing well until he wasn't, new comedy opportunities, and people who make faces when they're listening to jokes.

Joe talks about the differences between conservative and liberal crowds, making bar regulars suspicious, and a new show he's doing in San Diego.

Joe talks about not getting passed at a San Diego comedy club.

Joe talks about getting a great opportunity in San Diego comedy and members of the podcast universe connecting in Atlanta.

Joe talks about exciting upcoming shows and knowing when to say you've had enough.

Joe talks about the impact of daily reels on his social media reach and revisits a podcast from a year ago.

Joe talks about unsuccessfully trying to make a joke about Justin Timberlake's arrest, stealing valor by washing his car by hand, and the one thing worse than a comic melting down onstage.

Joe talks about doing two great comedy shows in San Diego, getting straight talk from an old friend, and a couple who found love in rehab.

Joe talks about getting booked at an iconic club, opening for an old friend, and feeling gratitude for a venue that is bound to close.

Joe talks about getting attacked onstage, changing beauty norms, and how he picks a gymnastics instructor for his daughter.

Joe talks about the unsung heroes of a local comedy scene, his new favorite Tuesday destination, and getting into a battle with his 5-year-old.

Joe talks about getting up multiple times a night, the growth of Sushi Mic, and the Mexican presidential election.

Joe talks about writing and telling one-liners, witnessing an incredible karaoke performance, and continuing to build equity in San Diego (open mic) comedy.