InTALLerable

Alek, the ever-helpful part-time producer on the show, has been deserving of more spotlight. Besides his love for comedy and his skills in photography, he has a deep understanding of storytelling, plays, and movies. Through  this episode, Alek teaches me about the history of plays and oratory story telling. We walk the timeline from single orators, to the mask era, to the development of “The Choru...

The big man is back! Patrick “Piss” Richardson returns to Top Shelf Studio to talk about everything from NBA basketball to anarcho communism. He is a stand-up comedian and co-host of two podcasts: ‘Cobos Patrick Podcast’ & ‘Certified Cinephiles’ — Both hilarious, check them out! Patrick recently traveled on the road with Denver legend, Sam Tallent,  to perform and record videography. He is the...

“We are the captain now!” Noah proclaimed out in glory, as the once mighty ship that was Top Shelf Studios fell at the hands of Nugget-loving comics, Noah Reynolds & Jacob Rupp. Their riffs as sharp as ever, Sean surrendered, giving up the bridge for what became a fun journey.  From the high skies of pilots, to the legality surrounding their every move, we get down to the real “rub” of it all....

A former door guy at Comedy Works, Spaghetti Jake has been performing stand-up comedy for over three years. A laid back Colorado native with a unique style, Jake has become known for his roasting ability & skilled beat-boxing in between his jokes. He recently debuted a new podcast called: “The Rat Bastard & Spaghetti Jake Bongcast.” Be sure to check it out! We spent a good portion of the e...

A recurring theme of the show has formed recently, where Lucas Mederos joins the show and Sean tries his best not to piss his pants laughing. On this episode, we discuss which international body will be first to condemn Shaq for refusing to play an encore set during Decadence as Shaq Diesel (his EDM alter-ego), we ponder whether Stephen Hawking’s breakthrough scientific findings will be taken away...

James Jensen is a bartender at Comedy Works with a passion for photography. He has been working at Comedy Works since 2016, when he entered as a door staff. Shortly after being promoted to bartender, the pandemic hit and the club was temporarily closed. Luckily, James’ impact on the team was clear and he was asked back  when the club re-opened. Anders joins Sean for the episode, in hopes that toge...

I am thrilled to welcome Georgia Comstock to Top Shelf Studios for an extra-special, extra-recessively-gened, New Years Eve episode. Georgia is a Comedy Works professional stand-up comedian and has been prominently featured on the High Plains Comedy Festival. She started stand-up in Omaha, Nebraska, but soon moved to Denver, where she has been performing for over 10 years.  I look up to Georgia, n...

In a studio decked with holly, the Christmas Spectacular unwraps, With Lucas, Alek, and James, avoiding all Yuletide traps. Alek, the teacher, muses on life's class, While James ponders a world viewed through math's glass.   “Like Arrival’s plot twist, communication's key,” They jest about Hellen Keller and her mystery. Creativity and code, a duo so tight, James envisions a limerick future, oh so...

Stand-up comic & fellow door guys, Lucas Mederos & Luciano D'Alessandro, ascend to Top Shelf for an episode unlike any other. We have our first official fatality of the show, (not really) as Looch ends up having to take an important meeting with the porcelain portal, but returns to the mic to be “Heighted” at the end of the episode. What a trooper! We talk about Lucas’ new fascination with...

The mean-height has never been so mean at Top Shelf Studios, as Blake and Daulton Dancy join the show for an episode chocked-full of brotherly laughter. We recorded this episode while watching our favorite team, the Denver Nuggets. This one has it all: Holiday traditions, childhood stories, and a hearty serving of posturing between the Dancy boys. Of course we had to talk some basketball, since I...

Makana graces us with his presence one last time before his big move to New York City. We reflect on the humble beginnings of the show, starting two years ago borrowing a basement studio of a coworker. Almost employee of the month, Makana jokes about being nominated by his fellow water-delivery-specialists and being cheated out of a $100 gift card. Per usual, I asked Makana’s thoughts on the “end...

Fresh off playing a round of disc golf at the legendary Beaver Ranch mountain disc golf course, Blake Dancy makes his long-anticipated return to Top Shelf Studios. Much has changed since his last appearance at the studio, not only for the show, but for Blake. He has lost 65 pounds, but hasn’t lost an ounce of his unique charm and humor. I try my best to fatten him up with some smoked chicken wings...

Long hair is in season folks! I’m humbled to welcome Anders Lillquist into Top Shelf Studios for an episode centered around his love for stand-up comedy. Anders is a manager at the legendary Comedy Works Comedy Club in Denver, Colorado. He arrived in Denver by way of Wisconsin, and boy, does it show. Midwest “Nice” flows off in aura; I’m beginning to think his luscious locks are merely a Tesla-esq...

James Cooper climbs on the counter and reaches up as high as he can; ascending to us at Top Shelf Studios for an entertaining episode of thoughtful reflection, honest stories of adversity, and the joyful spoils of success that come only from crawling through the mud on life’s path. Mr. Cooper is a graduate of Arizona State University and holds a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics. As a first-gen col...

Bryce Olander is the manager of the legendary Comedy Works in Denver, where he spends most nights dealing with hooligan door staff at the south club. Beginning his CW journey in events, then maintenance, Bryce has learned through trial-and-error what it takes to run a successful comedy club. Don’t let his sultry smooth voice fool you for someone “passive” or “disinterested”, this man shines when t...

Immerse yourself in an episode brimming with pranks, candid confessions, and a student’s perspective of pandemic navigation, right here at Top Shelf Studios. Rose Kelly, a Colorado native with a marketing intellect and a knack for trickery, introduces us to “Prank-Tober,” her invention for ensuring October is a month peppered with daily shenanigans. We journey through the Denver Nuggets’ champions...

One of my oldest friends in the world, Taylor, finally makes her long-anticipated appearance in Top Shelf Studios. The true fans have really been pining for this one, let me tell ya. Taylor delves deep into her personal and professional journey, as she navigated the intricacies of nursing amidst a pandemic, actively working on maintaining her health (and sanity) in Grand Junction while attending C...

I am joined by two of my fellow door-staff, Alek Seballas & Lucas Mederos, for a rambunctiously fun episode full of psychological analysis centered around the movie Seven. Lucas entrances us with his journey to comprehend a movie plot following the seven deadly sins, which are in fact presented in sequential order. Think he must’ve lost count around 5 and got confused. We question how long we...

Makana joins me for a short and sweet episode where we discuss his future endeavours, mainly an upcoming move to the big apple — New York City. He hopes this move will kick him out of any lingering complacency, putting him in a fast-paced environment with endless opportunities for personal growth. I am truly sad to see him leave the front range, but I know he will be reinvigorated in his creativit...

Evan Anderson a graduate of C.U. Boulder, an experienced financial auditor, and someone who “Works to live, not live to work.” He grew up with Sean outside of Boulder. In high school, Evan started to lift weights and in college, competed in powerlifting, quickly rising to national-level competitions. He even broke a World Record, benching 385 weighing only 185. Regardless of how much he tries to b...

Alec Flynn is a stand-up comedian from Boston who has recently moved from Denver to L.A. as he continues honing his craft. He has been featured on Don’t Tell Comedy and OnlyFans specials, so go check those out to see him in action. Besides his love for stand-up, Alec is a thoughtful dude. A hardworking and driven man who somehow manages to carry around an absolute dump truck.  We discuss his speci...

Makana returns for a short ep, cause nobody can 69 for over an hour apparently (eye roll). I guess this is a return to our roots. Absurd takes, delusional perspectives, and satirically topical jokes; Makana always brings the heat. We show Makana that he permanently resides on the Top Shelf Soundboard, with his patented "Ha-Ha." Apparently, Makana is becoming more republican with every workout, as...

You wanted Moore, so here they are. Only one Moore would be a bore, thankfully both the brothers have returned for an exotic & abroad episode at Top Shelf. We catch up on work & life in a conversation full of passion & laughs.  Christian has moved to a new role and is now selling exotic cars. His excitement was wonderful to hear, as he shares what led him to this job, how his efforts h...

Maanav recently completed his graduate degree at Delft University of Technology, where he earned a Master's of Science in Engineering & Policy Analysis. His thesis titled: "Evaluating Stability of Adaptive Water Allocation Strategies in the Eastern Nile Basin," looked at Transboundary Water Resources in the Eastern Nile Basin (ENB). His research was geared towards cooperative game theory analy...

Sean Kenny is a father, husband, and a quality dude. He has an appreciation for solitude, hard-work, and respect. He offers some perspective after enduring adversity over the last three years. First, Covid hit, he and his family lost their restaurant, then his mom passed, finally and he brought a new child into the world with his wife. Safe to say, it's been a ride recently.  I got the chance to l...