Steep Conversations With Josh Lanzet

She's racked up more mentions on the podcast than anybody else, so to celebrate our 100th episode, we're welcoming Jessica Simino to the podcast! She may not be a comedian, but she's married to Josh and has spent a lot of time drinking tea and watching comedy, so she's the perfect guest! While sipping on a cup of Blueberry and Peach Bird and Blend tea, Josh and Jess talk about exes on reality show...

Welcome Josh Edelman on the pod! Josh is an award winning comedian, filmmaker, producer, and magician. He recently directed the stand up comedy documentary “Mentally Al” and is also the creator and star of “Best Friends! Web Series,” as well as the host of "The Jew Rogaine Experience" podcast. He also created the LA Comedy Underground where he produces some of LA's most popular monthly shows. Whil...

Welcome Esteban Gast on the pod! As a Colombian-American comedian and writer, Esteban is the comedian-in-residence at Generation180, starred in the VICELAND tv show "Jungletown," and was awarded one of the top 100 Latinos in the world taking action on climate change. He also co-wrote the movie “Thena” (coming out in 2025) as well as the book and lyrics for the comedy-musical "Teacher of the Year."...

Welcome Ryan Conner on the pod! Ryan has been on the “Late Late Show with James Corden” and was a Top-10 finalist on NBC’s “Last Comic Standing.” In addition to touring the country doing stand-up, Ryan is a writer/producer for MTV’s “Ridiculousness” and was a writer for TruTV’s “Billy On The Street.” His new special “Live from DC” and his album “Live From An Old Prison” are now on all streamers an...

Welcome Kaela Crawford on the pod! Kaela is a stand-up comedian who is featured on Season 2 of Amazon Prime Video's “Laugh After Dark,” in addition to her latest comedy special “2 Moms 1 Mic” on Amazon Prime. She has also toured the country with the legendary Paul Rodriguez and was crowned Burbank's Funniest Female in 2017. While sipping on a cup of Rishi's Peach Blossom white tea, Josh and Kaela...

Welcome Rachele Friedland on the pod! Rachele is a comedian and writer who has featured for multiple comics and performed at festivals like AKB4UDIE, Beast Village, Broke LA. You can listen to her debut comedy album “Certified Delight” out now on all platforms! While sipping on a cup of Rishi's Ginger Tea, Josh and Rachele talk about Olds in media, cruise ship crimes and reality TV. Rachele’s soci...

Welcome Sonia Denis on the pod! Sonia is a comedian and an Emmy-nominated writer whose work has been featured on HBO’s A Black Lady Sketch Show, The New Yorker, and McSweeney’s Internet Tendency. She also appeared on Adult Swim’s BIRDGIRL, HBO’s High Maintenance, and Netflix’s Bojack Horseman. Sonia is also set to appear in the upcoming MARVEL series Ironheart on Disney+! While sipping on a cup of...

Welcome Matt Durndak on the pod! Originally from Florida, Matt is a stand up comic who has performed at festivals and clubs across the country including Blue Whale Comedy Festival, Westside Showdown, and The World Series of Comedy. While sipping on a cup of Blackberry Blizzard by David's Tea, Josh and Matt talk about fried food, tax evasion and chronic diseases Matt’s social media: Instagram T...

Welcome Chad Opitz on the pod! Chad is a comic hailing from the Bay Area who was a featured performer at the 2016-2024 San Francisco Sketchfests and the winner of Jimmy Gunn's "Best Newcomer" award. He’s been in many short films and TV series, including his role as "young Francis Ford Coppola" for the 4th season of Amazon Prime's Goliath, and much more! While sipping on...

Welcome Andy Rider on the pod! Andy is a comedian and writer who’s performed in the SF Sketch Festival, New South Comedy Festival and in the Westside Round Up. His new stand-up album, “The Get Together,” hit #1 on Amazon’s new comedy releases and you can find him performing all around LA!  While sipping on a cup of Bird and Blend's Bedknobs and Broomsticks herbal tea, Josh and Andy talk about...

Welcome Macey Isaacs on the pod! Macey is a stand-up comedian whose performed at festivals such as Netflix is a Joke, Bergamot, and World Series of Comedy. You can hear her cohosting the podcast “SSRI'M OK” where she and Dr. Bijan Zarrabi navigate discussions about mental health with the help of experts and comedians.  While sipping on a cup of Bird and Blend's Apple Struedel herbal tea, J...

Welcome Katie Novotny on the pod! Katie is a standup comedian who’s produced two award winning webseries and written award winning scripts. She was selected for Best of Fest at SLO and she's been an official artist at Limestone, Asheville, Vail, and Red Clay comedy fests. You can catch her at Big Pine in September! While sipping on a cup of Bird and Blend's Cococabana Cooler, Josh and Kati...

Will Burkart is an LA-based stand up comedian and actor who has sold out venues across the country on his first nationwide tour and was a headliner in this year's Netflix is a Joke festival. He also hosts his own podcast, “The Will Burkart Podcast,” and is currently on his second national standup tour! While sipping on a cup of Pity Partea: I've Totally Got This, Breakfast Blend, Josh and...

Welcome Kim McVicar on the pod! Kim is a Canadian comedian and former professional dancer. You can listen to her new standup special “Kim McVicar: Please Notice Me” on all streaming platforms or catch her performing all around LA! While sipping on a cup of Bird and Blend Whisktea, Josh and Kim talk about pre-standup rituals, cat people, and stand up in space. Kim’s social media: Instagram Facebook...

Welcome Juliana DeStefano on the pod! Juliana is a stand-up comedian, TV host, and actress. She’s been in over 18 indie films and is known for her roles in 13 Reasons Why (2017-2020), Sex Positive (2024), What Remains (2022), Shark Season (2020), and many more. You can currently catch her performing stand-up in clubs all around Los Angeles! While sipping on a cup of Bird and Blend Lemon Sherbert H...

Welcome Drew Landry on the pod! Drew is a stand-up comedian and writer from Baltimore, Maryland whose stand-up special "All My Friends Are Dead" reached #1 on the iTunes comedy charts. He currently hosts the monthly show Salty AF at the Hollywood Improv. While sipping on a cup of Bird and Blend Deckchair Dreaming tea, Josh and Drew talk about hip hop, mental hospital stays, and performin...

Welcome Jenny Jennings on the pod! Jenny is an actress and standup comedian hailing from Atlanta, Georgia! You can catch her performing in comedy venues across the country, in the 2016 film “Believe,” in the 2014 series “Your Worst Nightmare,” or any of her hilarious viral videos! While sipping on a cup of Milky Oolong tea, Josh and Jenny talk about acting in commercials, Justin Timberlake's r...

Welcome Gena B. Jones on the pod! Gena is a Syrian-Mexican-American comedian and writer. She is a regular at the Improv, and her show, "Hilarious Habibis" was recently featured in the Netflix Is A Joke Festival, The New York Comedy Festival, SF Sketchfest, and more. While sipping on a cup of Bird and Blend Mint Chocolate Rooibos tea, Josh and Gena talk about starting out in comedy, messy...

Welcome Anthony Davis on the pod! Anthony is a standup comedian originally from North Carolina and now performs across the country. You can listen to his new comedy album “Eat Around It” on any streaming platform! While sipping on a cup of Bird and Blend Piña Colada herbal tea, Josh and Anthony talk about the dark web, married life, and the weirdest things you can fry. Anthony’s social media: Inst...

Welcome Luke Null on the pod! As a former cast member of SNL, Luke is an actor, comedian, writer, and musician who currently performs standup across the country. You can hear his standup album entitled "Guitar Comic" available anywhere you can stream music. While sipping on a cup of Bird and Blend Honeycomb Cookie Doh Rooibos teaa, Josh and Luke talk about Chicago standup, LeBron James,...

Welcome Lindsay Adams on the pod! Lindsay is a comedian, actress, and dessert queen who is currently the host of the Snack Time podcast in addition to being the host of The Monday Show comedy in LA! While sipping on a cup of Butter Toffee Popcorn Rooibos tea, Josh and Lindsay talk about international food hacks, sleep talking, car accidents in multiple cities. Lindsay’s social media: Instagram Twi...

Welcome Jessica Saul on the pod! Jessica is an actress, comedian, and content creator who currently performs live sketch and standup around the country! Her short film, Clementine, showcased at 12 film festivals as well! While sipping on a cup of Blueberry pancakes rooibos tea, Josh and Jessica talk about dads, crying in the shower, and insecurities. Jessica’s social media: Instagram Twitter TikTo...

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Welcome Nick Skardarasy on the pod! Nick is an actor, comedian, and writer whose debut stand-up comedy special 'Thin Walls - An evening with my neighbors' was named one of the 100 best things in comedy in 2020 by the Comedy Bureau. Nick has written sketches that have appeared on The A.V. Club, CollegeHumor, and Funny or Die. You can currently catch him in the remake of A League of Their Ow...