Maybe Some Other Time

On this week's episode, Carl is joined by newcomer, Danielle B! Danielle has been doing stand up for a little over a year but has the writing of a veteran comedian. She has a relaxed demeanor on stage and let's her jokes do the talking. Carl and Danielle talk comedy, day jobs, and Carl gets some closure on the "butt crack incident".  Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Danielle B....

In this episode, Carl chats with comedian, Tyler Nissen! Tyler took a break from stand up years ago after an incident on stage and has returned. He's a clever and tight joke writer. Tyler has worked at Mark Ridley's Comedy Castle and shows a lot of promise of becoming one of the sharpest joke writers in the state.  Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Tyler Nissen Instagram : @nylertissen Mus...

Finally, Carl sits down with his best friend and beloved comedian, Sam Rager! Sam is one of the most original voices in the Michigan comedy scene and is considered by many as a comedian's comedian. She's a top notch writer and has an album that is currently playing on Sirius radio called "Trigger Warning*".  Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Sam Rager Instagram : @ragersamantha A...

This week on the podcast, Carl sits down with Lansing heavy hitter, Robert Jenkins! Robert is a veteran comedian other comedians were talking about when he was just six months in. Robert has a calming presence on stage with smart observations and hard hitting punch lines and he isn't afraid to touch on some uncomfortable subjects. He has a recent album titled "Attempted Salvation" t...

In this episode, Carl gets to sit down with the multi-talented, Camila Ballario. Camila is a very funny comedian and talented singer/song writer. Camila recently did a Ted Talk here in Detroit and has an album available called "Another Good Mistake" and a single titled "Ghost Town" that you can listen to on streaming services.  Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Camila Ballario In...

Bret Hayden makes his return to the podcast! Today is also his birthday!!! Bret is the creator of the unique competition show, "Comedy Rumble", and is a regular at the Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase and Mark Ridley's Comedy Castle. Bret is a staple of the Michigan comedy scene and one of the best! Carl and Bret talk like the friends that they are.  Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Bret Ha...

Happy New Year! After 3 weeks off for the holidays, Carl sits down and gets to know the hilarious and intelligent, Jack Reeves! Carl is a fan. Jack is a clever joke writer and the kind of comedian that makes other comedians jealous. Jack writes short jokes where every word matters. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Jack Reeves Instagram : @jackreeeeves Music Jesse Passage Instagram : @thebignap Art...

This is the last episode of the year because of the holidays. Carl sits down with Ann Arbor comedian, Andrew Yang! Andrew has been doing stand up for over 5 years. He's very funny, likeable, and has a good energy. He's really become a strong comic over the past year. Andrew runs a couple rooms in Ann Arbor and one of them is called the Blind Pig and it's quickly becoming one of the...

Carl sits down with the wonderful and hilarious, Nick Tenaglia! Nick is a comedian from the Detroit area and has solid jokes packed with an original delivery. Nick is a producer at the Independent Comedy Club in Hamtramck.  The two talk about how to compliment comedians after their sets, Carl tells Nick about a recent embarrassing experience at an open mic and much more!  Instagram : @carljohnsoni...

In this episode, Carl chats with the hilarious and Tik-Tok famous comedian, Diana Graham! Diana is a delight! He started comedy about three years ago and is quickly becoming a staple in the Michigan scene. Diana's approach to stand up is a sight to see. His stage presence and conversational style blended with smartly written jokes will make you pay attention.  Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny...

In this episode, Carl gets a visit from Toledo's own, Mike Szar! Mike is considered a Michigan comic by many because he spent most of his stage time here coming up. Mike lives in New York now. Mike just recorded his debut album here and absolutely crushed it! The two talk a lot of comedy, the NY scene and much more! Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Mike Szar Instagram : @mikeszar_ Twitter : @m...

Carl sits down in person with his friend and very funny comedian, Wesley Ward! Wes is a staple in the Michigan comedy scene and has been around for over a decade. He has a fantastic album available titled "White Forest Whitaker" that you can find everywhere.  Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Wes Ward  Instagram : @weswardcomedy Album : https://music.apple.com/us/album/white-forest-whitake...

In this episode, Carl talks with one of Lansing's finest, Louis D. Michael! Louis is a fantastic comedian and beloved by his peers. Louis's solid joke writing coupled with his likeability makes him a favorite on stage. Carl and Louis talk a ton about comedy, black rooms, and much more! Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Louis D. Michael Instagram : @louthesurgeon Music Jesse Passage Instagr...

In this episode, Carl talks to the hilarious, Jacqui Marpa! After taking close to a 3 years off because of school, Jacqui is back doing comedy! Jacqui started in 2013 and was quickly becoming a Lansing favorite at the time and is now in Grand Rapids.  The two talk about her returning to comedy and much much more. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Jacqui Marpa Instagram : @_jacquijac Music Jesse Pass...

Carl gets to hang out with Lansing comedian, Trevor Tress! Trevor is a fantastic up and coming comic with a ton of promise. He's a great writer with tight jokes. The two dive into mental health, video games vs movies, and Trevor tells one hell of a bombing story.  Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Trevor Tress Instagram : @trevor_tress Twitter : @trevortress Music  Jesse Passage Instagram : @th...

Carl catches up with Lansing comedian and resident movie buff Johnny Mocny! Johnny has only been at it for a few years but is becoming a solid comedian with an interesting stage presence. Johnny has his own podcast called "We Are Movies" and you can check it out wherever podcasts are available.  Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Johnny Mocny Instagram : @johnnymocny Music  Jesse Passage In...

In this episode, Carl chats with his friend and hilarious Lansing comedian, Jake Ford! Jake is a fantastic joke writer and talented musician. He is apart of the Salsa Parlor which is a group of comedians in Lansing that create content together. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Jake Ford Instagram : @comicjakeford Jake's music : https://open.spotify.com/artist/1c2Zfj9ilcVmHq8U7OmnTN?si=86dbATYU...

Carl sits down with Detroit's own, Melanie Hearn! Melanie is a very funny comedian that got good fast. She's now a veteran in the scene and travels back forth from Detroit to LA on a regular basis. The two talk a lot about comedy, scary dates, The Wonder Years and much much more!  Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Melanie Hearn Instagram : @melaniej_comedy Music  Jesse Passage Instagram :...

Carl catches up with Hastings comedian, Matt Harper! Matt has been doing comedy for quite some time now and has his own podcast titled "Another Episode" that he does with another comedian. The two discuss Norm Macdonald, live action role play, and much more! Instagram : carljohnsonisfunny Matt Harper Instagram : @funnymatty Music Jesse Passage Instagram : @thebignap Art Rachel Harper Ins...

Carl sits down with his good friend and funny comedian, Ashley Kehn! Ashley is newer to the scene but she's a solid writer with smart observations that pack a punch. Carl and Ashley discuss Carl's missed opportunities, marriage, the worst ways to hold a microphone and much much more! Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Ashley Kehn Instagram : @kehn_on_you Music Jesse Passage Instagram : @the...

Carl catches up with Kalamazoo comedian, Bob Fredericks! Bob is a veteran comedian and the boss of the Kzoo comedy scene (he would hate me saying that). The two discuss Twitch, masturbation and much more! You can follow Bob's ventures on twitch @ GamePassDad. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Bob Fredericks Instagram :@bob_fred_rick Twitter : @bob_fred_rick Music Jesse Passage Instagram : @theb...

Carl hangs out virtually with veteran Lansing comedian, Will Green! Will started comedy in Maine about 11 years ago and is now a Lansing staple. Will also has a really unique podcast called "We Lost A Good One".  Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Will Green Instagram : @willgreenmakesjokes Music Jesse Passage Instagram : @thebignap Art Rachel Harper Instagram : @rachelrockstar

Carl sits down with Ann Arbor comedian, Jacob Barr! Jacob just recorded his debut album. He's a regular at the Toledo Funnybone and Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase. He's a fantastic comedian with a unique perspective. We get into it! Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Jacob Barr Instagram : @kidwiththehands Twitter : @kidwiththehands Music Jesse Passage Instagram : @thebignap Art Rachel Harper In...

After an 8 day break, the podcast returns with one of the truest pros in comedy, Andy Beningo! Andy has been seen on CMT,  NBC, Gotham Comedy Live, and has his own Dry Bar Comedy special on YouTube! Andy took Carl on the road early on and has been somewhat of a mentor. The two dive into it! Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Andy Beningo Instagram : @bingocomedy Twitter : @bingocomedy Music Jesse Pas...

Carl gets a visit from one of Detroit's finest comedians, Blain Hill! Blain is a veteran comic in the scene and is a fantastic joke writer. He's a regular at the Comedy Castle in Royal Oak. Blain has a podcast with two other Detroit comedians titled "Big Time Garbage" and it's a fun listen! The two talk a lot about Covid comedians and the time Blain bombed as Patrice O&apo...