brandon j newman

Brandon & Friends

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Brandon & Friends is a weekly comedy series documenting my pursuit of becoming the greatest stand-up comedian in the world, moving from open mics to an HBO or Netflix special one set at a time. Each episode brings you inside the journey with real clips from my actual stand-up sets. Good jokes, awkward silences, paid spots, unpaid spots, and all the moments that decide whether the dream becomes a reality or just a very entertaining ride. Some weeks, I document the climb solo, comedian style. Other weeks, friends join me as we talk about things that make us laugh and break down wins and losses i...

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brandon j newman

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The Joke My Mom Hates, Kill Tony & Comedic Censorship (Breaking Down the Set That Cost Me Money) 05.04.2026 42:54

After 35 days away… I’m back with the episode I almost didn’t release. This one centers around a joke my mom hates — a joke that actually works on stage… but might be crossing a line. In this episode, I break down: The controversial set that cost me real money in a stand-up competition Why some jokes hit hard… and still shouldn’t be told on every stage How shows like Kill Tony are changing what co...

Breaking Down The Beginning: My First 5 Minutes of Stand-Up 01.03.2026 37:54

I break down my very first 5-minute stand-up set and officially launch the podcast documenting my journey to becoming a professional comedian. Welcome to Episode 1 of Brandon & Friends. After 10+ years working in podcasting and digital media ... including stops at Fox Sports, Barstool Sports, NBC Sports, and DraftKings ... I’m finally documenting what matters most to me: My journey in stand-up...

Brandon & Friends - Trailer 15.02.2026 7:25

One year after teasing this podcast, I’m finally pressing record. This is the beginning of documenting my pursuit of becoming the best stand-up comedian I can be, one set at a time.