Big Natural Podcast with Kait Calabrese

This week, Kait is joined by the Big Natty Pod’s own producer, Phil Smith! Phil talks about appearing on The Fold comedy poker podcast, clears the air on his recent criticism of the Comedy Mothership, and shares what it was like performing on a showcase with Matt McCusker and Shane Gillis—and getting the chance to meet them both. Plus, the two get into the Austin comedy scene, behind-the-scenes po...

🎙️ This week Kait is joined by comedians Captain Wright and Robert Hilton! The three get into a chaotic mix of stories, riffing, and questionable decisions while discussing life in comedy and whatever else comes to mind along the way. Follow Captain Wright and Robert Hilton and check out their work below!📲 Follow everyone:🎤 Kait: @kaitcomedy⚓ Captain Wright: @captain.wright🥛 Robert Hilton: @ob...

This week Kait is joined by comedian Josh Potter. Josh talks about getting his start in comedy and radio, his years working behind the scenes and on-air at Your Mom's House Studios⁠, and what it was like hitting the road with Tom Segura. They also discuss Josh’s journey through stand-up, earning paid regular status at The Comedy Store, getting passed at Comedy Mothership, life on tour, and mu...

This week on the Big Natural Podcast, Kait sits down with comedian and podcast producer Lemaire Lee. Lemaire returns to the show to discuss his worst bomb on stage, AI, aliens, quantum computing, and plenty more off-the-rails topics. They also talk about his new podcast with his brother, The Tenacious Lee Bros. Follow Lemaire: @lemaireleeFollow Kait: @kaitcomedyCheck out The Tenacious Lee Bros and...

🎙️ On this episode of the Big Natural Podcast, Kait Calabrese sits down with Luis J. Gomez to discuss building the GaS Digital network, the rise of Skankfest, edgy comedy in today’s climate, podcasting, and much more. Luis is the host of Legion of Skanks, The Regz, Real Ass Podcast, and Story Warz, and has become one of the most recognizable voices in comedy podcasting. Follow Luis at @gomezcomedy

🎙️ On this episode of the Big Natural Podcast, comedians Javier Ramirez and Colton Jones sit down with Kait to discuss their new show, Regis and Kelly with Colton Jones, at Creek and the Cave. Follow Javi and Colton:@Javier.rvi@coltonjonescoltonjones

🎙️ On this episode of The Big Natural Podcast, Kait sits down with comedian Michael Ridley, host of Ridley Radio and Roast Battle Austin. They talk about Michael’s start in comedy, what it’s like hosting Roast Battle, and then things go completely off the rails when they read a hilarious script together. Follow Michael on Instagram: @ridleysweatyYouTube: Michael Ridley Comedy

On this episode, Kait sits down with Clementine to talk about his first time doing stand-up—while drunk—what it was like growing up in a funeral home, and his move to Austin to pursue comedy. The two also get into some off-the-rails moments, including reading a script together. Follow Clementine on Instagram: @Clementinecomedy

🎙️ On this episode of the Big Natural Podcast, Kait sits down with Nadav Itzkowitz — host of The Fold — to talk poker, media, and life in Austin. They get into Nadav’s work behind some of the biggest podcasts, his show The Fold, and break down the recent raid on the The Lodge Card Club. The two also talk comedy, content, and what it’s like stepping in front of the camera. Follow Nadav on Instagram...

On this episode, Kait sits down with comedian Katie Carter to talk about her recent move to Austin, what it was like coming up in the Denver comedy scene, her appearance on Kill Tony, and everything in between. Katie shares awkward moments dating, her transition into a new comedy city, and how the Austin scene has been treating her so far. Follow Katie on Instagram: @katiecartercomedy

🎙️ On this episode, Kait sits down with comedian Sami Blumenthal to discuss relationships, comedy, and more. Sami expands on the infamous breakup story she told on Kill Tony that was later mentioned on the Joe Rogan podcast, giving more insight into the moment and everything that came with it. The two dive into dating, stand-up, and navigating it all while pursuing comedy. Follow Sami on Instagram...

🎙️ The Big Natural PodcastOn this episode, Kait sits down with Austin-based comedian Rob Stant. They dive into their shared experiences of having jokes plagiarized, what Rob was like growing up (including some middle school stories), and the realities of navigating comedy today. From early influences to dealing with stolen material, the conversation covers a wide range of what it means to find you...

In this episode of the Big Natural Podcast, Kait sits down with comedian Jordyn Aguilar to talk all things comedy, creativity, and growing up in small border towns. Follow Jordyn on instagram: @JordynLaruea

In this episode Kait sits down with Austin comedians Tanner Amigleo and Russell Morton. They talk about how they each got their start in stand-up, navigating the Austin comedy scene, and the early grind of doing comedy. Tanner opens up about a recent breakup, while Russell reveals his past working for an MLM and some of the wild experiences that came with it. Follow them on Instagram:@tanneramigle...

In this episode Kait sits down with Austin-based comedian Eddie Lersa to talk about his experience in the Austin comedy scene and how he found his footing in one of the fastest growing comedy hubs in the country. Eddie opens up about his rocky childhood and how those early life experiences shaped his perspective and sense of humor. They also talk about what it was like running a show with Tim Stie...

In this episode, Kait sits down with Mallorie Raquel to discuss her experience in the Austin comedy scene, her background pursuing a medical degree before ultimately deciding medicine wasn’t her calling, and her journey through pregnancy. Follow her on Instagram: @mallorie_raquel

In this episode, Kait sits down with Carly Rose, an Austin-based photographer who specializes in shooting comedians. She has quickly become a staple of the Austin comedy scene, regularly working at Creek and the Cave as well as Comedy Mothership. In this podcast, they discuss her photography career, her lengthy medical history, and more. Follow her on Instagram: @carls.flixx

On this week’s episode, Kait sits down with Austin-based comedian Scott Fillmore. She asks him if he remembers his first comedy set, from there they dive into conversations about his early experiences. Scott talks about the Wisconsin comedy scene versus doing comedy in Austin. They discuss religion, the Super Bowl half time show, and joke around with a prop for the upcoming show. Scott and Kait al...

In this episode Kait sits down with two young comics in Austin, Roman Schmitt and Nate Lorette. They get honest about what it’s actually like coming up in the comedy scene right now. The conversation drifts into gender roles, dating, and the fine line between being a contrarian and just being a dick. Roman opens up about his first time doing Banana Phone and the unexpectedly heavy experience of lo...

Episode 32-- Kait sits down with Craig Fergola, a comedian based out of Austin Texas, originally from Maine. Craig tells Kait about the difference in the Austin comedy scene now vs when he started. They reminisce on growing up in Maine, what a Camp is, and adopting Texas lingo. Craig talks about family life, his struggles with addiction, the first comedy show he attended, and what his first open m...

🎙️ Episode 31 — Kait sits down with Ehsan Ahmad to talk about his start in comedy, encounters with mega-famous people like Quentin Tarantino and Dave Chappelle, and his new special “Too Soon,” out now on YouTube.📲 IG: @ehsancomedy🎥 Watch Too Soon:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m6weMUz0lqA#BigNaturalPodcast #EhsanAhmad #ComedySpecial #ComedyPodcast

🎙️ Episode 30 — Kait sits down with Kyle Legacy, a comedian from Liverpool. Kait learns what a Scouser is, breaks down popular Liverpool slang, and shares some American slang in return. They talk about Kyle’s start in comedy, food, The Beatles, and a whole bunch of random stuff along the way.📲 IG: @lebronjamesofcomedy🎥 Check out Kyle’s special RIFFIN & ROLLIN:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=...

🎙️ Comedian Uncle Lazer joins the pod! Uncle Lazer talks about doing stand-up for the first time ever on Kill Tony, leaving a $500K oil drilling job to pursue comedy, doing the Naked Roast, and boxing Jason Ellis at Skankfest.📲 IG & YouTube: @unclelazer#BigNaturalPodcast #UncleLazer #KillTony #Skankfest #ComedyPodcast

🎙️ Comedian Ike Rafferty joins the pod! Ike talks about his move from Austin to New York City, writing for The Absolute Show, and—midway through the episode—violently destroys the entire set.📲 IG: @ikerafferty

🎙️ Comedian Kevin Willard sits down with Kait to talk about his start in comedy, growing up with a deaf comedian father, living with a chronic pain disorder, and a funny story about the wild shock videos that took over the internet in the 2000s.📲 IG: @kdanewillard #BigNaturalPodcast #KevinWillard #ComedyPodcast