Don't Quit Your Day Job

They're back! After 112 episodes, my good friends, Matt and Jack have returned to the show! Matt and Jack are two hilarious sketch/character comedians who you should absolutely pay attention to. We talk about all the shows they've put on and the characters they've developed since they were last on the show in 2021. We hear about the best of the best and the worst of the worst. If you l...

Quitters, it's time to get to know the face of tinder, Karthik Raj! Karthik is a friend of mine who started his journey in NYC as an actor and now does stand up comedy! We talk about going to NYU, trying to be an actor, doing outdoor comedy, and what happened during our roast battle! If you like Karthik, follow him on Instagram @Karthikraj_ and on tiktok at @car.thicc If you like me, follow me...

BOOM! Roasted! The week on DQYDJ I am hanging out with a comic who I just met last week, Eric Asker! Eric is an NYC comedian who does some killer roast battles. You may know him as the host of the 69th Ammendment Podcast! We talk about being a child magician, getting into stand up, and his roast battle strategy! If you like Eric, check him out on Instagram "@ericaaskercomedy" If you like me, follo...

Sheeeeee's baccccck! Quitters, it's my wife, Lee Lan! We're catching up on what she's been up to this last year. We talk about her comedy shows, Lychee Martini and Sunday Supper. She tells me about all the lessons she's learned and how to put together a great comedy show. We also talk about her newfound love of rock climbing! If you love Lee as much as I do, follow her on Instagram @iwantpomeran1a...

Quitters! Today's episode is a real thriller. I'm hanging out with the fantastically hilarious, Michael Abber! Michael is an NYC comedian who loves firing off obscure film and tv references like a pro. He's wonderful storyteller and that's what he's doing on this episode. He talks about getting into playwrighting, starting comedy, making weird sketches, and collecting Pez! If you like Michael, che...

He's back after 100 episodes! It's David Dobbins! Last time we talked about his comedy journey and getting to NYC. Now we are catching up about our terrible bar show, Two Virgins, and talking about his new podcast @SnDPodcast !! If you like David, go check him out on Instagram @pastor_dave_bless If you like me, follow me on Instagram @asparguts. You can also follow Don't Quit Your Day Job on Insta...

Quitters, it's time to bundle up for an adventure in N E W  Y O R K  C I T Y! You may have seen this week's guest on Tiktok where he is known for his videos about living in a van in NYC! That's right, it's comedian Frankie Hoy! We talk about his comedy journey, living in the van, making vlogs, and staying wram! If you like Frankie, check him out on Instagram and Tiktok @frankie_hoy ...

What do you call two Coloradan's in NYC? This week's episode of DQYDJ! This week I'm interviewing the hilarious Allie Lawrence! Allie is a comedian who does a very good impression of her mother. We talk about Denver, doing Improv, and figuring out where you fit in comedy! If you like Allie, check her out on Instagram, Tiktok, and Twitter @allielolrence If you like me, follow me on Instagram @aspar...

Quitters! More Comedy talk on this week! I'm hanging out with NYC comedian, Alden Skeadas! Alden has been doing stand up since college. We talk about getting into stand up, how the scene was pre-pandemic, and what we love about roast battles! If you like Alden, follow him and watch his bathroom review videos on Instagram @aldskeedorhino If you like me, follow me on Instagram @asparguts. You can al...

Quitters! This week I am joined on DQYDJ by a fellow podcaster who records at my studio! This week I'm hanging out with the hilarious Ali ONeil! Ali is an NYC comic who did improv for 10 years! We talk about her comedy journey, leaving improv, and making friends- drama and all. If you like Ali, check her out on Instagram @itsAliONeil and go listen to her podcast, Worthless Clowns on Spotify! If yo...

Another week, another great comedian interview! This week on DQYDJ I'm hanging out with my friend David Velona! This week we are talking about comedy inspirations, writing monolog jokes, and just generally hanging out! David has some great advice about 'moving your feet' and you should pay attention. If yout like David, follow him on Instagram @Davidvelona If you like me, follow me on Instagram @a...

Quitters! More comedy talk coming your way! This week I'm getting to know the hilarious, Molly Zalman! Molly is an NYC comedian who started in LA and moved here last year. We talk about the comedy she watched growing up, getting on a sketch team in college, starting stand up, and the differences between NYC and LA comedy! If you like Molly, check her out on Instagram @molly_zalman and go to her sh...

Happy New Year, Quitters! This week on DQYDJ I'm hanging out with hilarious comedian, Nico Cattaneo! Honestly, we spend a lot of this episode just joking around, but it's a good time! We talk about getting started, splitting time between drums and comedy, how we're both nerds, and how much we want a sitcom LAUGH sign. If you like Nico, check him out on Instagram @nicocattaneocomedy and go to his c...

Quitters! I'm giving you a break from all the comedy episodes! This week I'm hanging out with singer, songwriter, and producer: Sabrina Song! Sabrina just released her first EP titled When It All Comes Crashing Down! We talk about her musical journey, shooting music videos, and break down her thoughts on each of the tracks! If you like Sabrina, follow her on Instagram @iamsabrinasong and check her...

I hope you've got some great holiday plans, Quitters! This episode, I'm talking to my very funny friend, Andrea Wang! Andrea is a comedian who I first met while running my weekly show, Two Virgins. Since then, we've become good friends! This week we talk about the comedy community, learning by copying, and powerpoint comedy! If you like Andrea, check her out on Instagram @andreajw_ If you like me,...

Grab onto your headphones, Quitters! We're running off the rails on this episode! This week I'm hanging out with local comedian and agent of chaos, Roey Rozen! Roey is an NYC comedian who really knows how to just say what's on his mind and have it (mostly) work out. We talk all things comedy and life and generally have a good time. If you like Roey, check him out on instagram @roeyrozen and go to...

Quitters, bad news and good news! The bad news: we've been knocked out of the World Cup! The good news: this week I'm interviewing the very funny Sam Schaefer! Sam is a comedian in NYC best known for his sketch group, 24 Hour Kiss Club. This week we talk about how he got into sketch writing, staying organized with a large group, and his writing process! There's lots of good food for thought in thi...

Quitters! This week I'm hanging out with a new friend! If you've listened to my show, Watch from Mercury, then you already know him well. This week I'm talking to Alex Fossella! Alex is an NYC comedian turned late-theater nerd. This week we talk about figuring out stand up, finding what you actually like to do, and how he got into theater in his late twenties! If you like Alex check him out on Ins...

Remember Quitters, do not take an improvisational risk that pays off! This week I'm talking to the hilarious comedian, Jake Letizia! Jake is an NYC comic who you may recognize from his podcast Talkin to Myself! We're chat about his college stand up class, the benefits of talking to yourself, and why he doesn't do mics near his house! If you like Jake, follow him on Instagram @jmotherfathersister!...

Rise and grind, Quitters. It's another great episode with another hilarious NYC comedian, Veronica Garza! Veronica is an absolute killer with "big dick energy", as she says, on stage. We talk about not being funny for a long time, figuring out your personal life, and why she doesn't like supportive mics! If you liked Veronica, check her out on Instagram @veros_got_jokes If you like me, follow me o...

Happy daylight savings, Quitters! This week I'm chilling with the hilarious Ruth Allen! Ruth is another NYC comedian who has been crushing it. We talk about online highschool, starting comedy as a woman, and how to not host a show! If you like Ruth check her out on Instagram @ruthallen7 and on twitter @roothallen If you like me, follow me on Instagram @asparguts. You can also follow Don't Quit You...

Quitters! It's a halloween special episode with the hilarious Alex Taubin! Alex is an NYC comedian known for his one-liners and dry delivery BUT that has all changed! We talk about changing comedic styles, what he likes about Manhattan mics, and learning to be yourself on stage! If you like Alex, follow him on Instagram @alex_taubin and twitter @Jokes_Yall If you like me, follow me on Instagram @a...

Are you prepared to sit in silence, Quitters? Well this week you're going to learn how! I'm hanging out with my friend, Tina Sieben! Tina is an NYC comedian who I have become friends with this year. We talk about being academic nerds, the power of silence in jokes, and how to troll in conversations! If you like Tina follow her on Instagram and Twitter @WNBAwife If you like me, follow me on twitter...

!! ALERT !! This week's episode of Don't Quit Your Day Job is an absolute banger. This week I'm talking to the hilarious Daniel Perafan! Daniel has been doing stand up for 13 years and has lots of insights about what it's like to have a long term comedy career. He's still people make it and people un-make it. This episode was super enlightening about what's in store for us as we develop. If you li...

Rise and grind, Quitters! We've got a fantastic interview today with the hilarious Jon Moskowitz! We talk about his stand up obsession, building an hour, tips for hosting, and why he doesn't like roast battles! If you like Jon, check him out on Instagram @comicjonwithnoh If you like me, follow me on twitter @MaximOfAllen. You can also follow Don't Quit Your Day Job on Instagram @DQYDJ_pod. My DMs...