HOZ Comedy Podcast w/ Joey

On this episode of the HOZ Comedy Podcast with Joey, we're joined by Chicago comedian and host Dat Dam Deedee. She shares how she got started in stand-up, why hosting became one of her biggest strengths, and what it takes to build a lasting career in comedy. We dive into favorite and overrated comedians, joke writing, dealing with critics, adapting to social media, crowd work, and creating content...

Welcome to another episode of the HOZ Comedy Podcast with Joey, the guys kick things off with Fourth of July fireworks, rainy weather, and grilling disasters before somehow ending up debating chicken nuggets, height, and the idea of leg-lengthening surgery. The conversation quickly spirals into movie talk, troublesome kids, celebrity scandals, bizarre crimes, and some unbelievable public health st...

On this episode of the HOZ Comedy Podcast with Joey, comedian Oscar Carvajal joins the crew to share his 12-year journey from making music to pursuing stand-up comedy. The conversation dives into the sitcoms and comedians that inspired him, his Comedy Mount Rushmore, and his dream of creating his own sitcom. Oscar also opens up about his writing process, crowd work philosophy, roast battles, build...

On this episode of the HOZ Comedy Podcast with Joey, comedian Kyle Kanswick joins the crew for a hilarious, uncensored conversation about his start in stand-up, the comedians who shaped his style, and why controversial comedy still has a place on stage. The conversation goes everywhere—from writing jokes and unexpected fish tank disasters to true crime, relationships, favorite TV shows, unforgetta...

On this episode of the HOZ Comedy Podcast with Joey, the crew sits down with comedian Eric "Big Goose" for a conversation packed with laughs, stories, and insight into his comedy journey. Eric shares how he got started in stand-up, the comedians who inspired him, and how his style has evolved over the years while chasing bigger goals in comedy. The conversation dives into childhood memories, homet...

Welcome back to another episode of the HOZ Comedy Podcast with Joey. Freddie Fritz returns to the podcast for another hilarious and unpredictable conversation. The crew kicks things off by talking about the lost art of cursive writing before diving into everything from sports superstitions and World Cup parties to UFC fights and childhood backyard wrestling adventures. Along the way, they share st...

Welcome to another episode of the HOZ Comedy Podcast with Joey. On this episode the crew sits down with comedian Fred E Fritz to talk about his journey into stand-up comedy, the comedians and shows that inspired him, and how growing up shaped his sense of humor. Freddie shares stories about childhood TV favorites, discovering comedy legends like George Carlin, and finding his own voice on stage. T...

Welcome to another episode of the HOZ Comedy Podcast with Joey. On this episode comedian Jared Hoh joins the crew to share his unexpected journey into stand-up comedy, the influences that shaped his comedic style, and the experiences that keep him motivated on stage. Jared talks about his favorite comedians, his love of storytelling, and how his background with video games helped develop his creat...

Welcome to another episode of the HOZ Comedy Podcast with Joey. The crew returns with another unpredictable episode packed with comedy stories, bizarre news, and the kind of conversations that only happen when the crew gets together. The guys kick things off by recapping recent comedy shows, testing new material, and sharing updates on upcoming events. Joey tells a hilarious story about rescuing a...

Welcome to another episode of the HOZ Comedy Podcast with Joey. On this episode comedian Andy joins the guys for a hilarious conversation filled with stand-up stories, personal experiences, and plenty of unexpected tangents. The crew discusses Andy's journey into comedy, navigating open mics, and the lessons learned while developing material and finding his voice on stage. The conversation expands...

Welcome to another episode of the HOZ Comedy Podcast with Joey. On this episode, Comedian D Patrick joins the boyz for an honest and insightful conversation about the realities of pursuing stand-up comedy. D Patrick shares his journey through the Chicago comedy scene, the importance of consistency, and why success in comedy comes from putting in the work night after night. The crew dives into ever...

Welcome to another episode of the HOZ Comedy Podcast with Joey. The crew is back with another hilarious episode full of Chicago sports talk, family stories, and the usual studio chaos. The crew kicks things off by discussing the Crosstown Classic between the White Sox and Cubs, breaking down the series and sharing stories from their experiences at the ballpark. The conversation branches into the r...

On this episode of the HOZ Comedy Podcast starts off with pure chaos as HondoE struggles to get through the introduction without messing it up. The crew immediately turns the failed intro into nonstop roasting, creating one of the funniest openings yet. The conversation quickly shifts into a nostalgic debate about favorite childhood cereals, iconic breakfast foods, and hilarious ideas for what gen...

On this episode of the HOZ Comedy Podcast with Joey, the crew starts in complete chaos as HondoE struggles to get through the intro without messing it up. What should’ve been a simple opening quickly turns into nonstop laughter and roasting from the crew. The conversation then shifts into a hilarious debate about favorite cereals, childhood breakfast memories, and what generic off-brand cereal nam...

On this episode of the HOZ Comedy Podcast with Joey, it is packed with nonstop laughs, open mic stories, and completely unfiltered conversations. The crew talks about the booming comedy scene, fan merch ideas, awkward fashion debates, and the mysterious increase in comics whenever Obi misses a show. They also recap hilarious moments from Gary’s birthday comedy show, Carlos Rico’s standout performa...

Morning Talk Shows ft Mucho Macho and Kevin

On this episode of the HOZ Comedy Podcast with Joey, Joey and Hondoe welcome comedian Mucho Macho to the studio for a real and hilarious conversation about his return to stand-up comedy. From early open mic experiences to finding his voice on stage, Macho shares how his journey started and how being a family MC helped shape his confidence behind the mic. The conversation gets unfiltered with jokes...

On this episode of the HOZ Comedy Podcast with Joey, the cast kick off with exciting show announcements and upcoming comedy events before diving straight into hilarious debates about the Mario movie and the future plans for the podcast website. The crew gets into funny arguments over misunderstood song lyrics, imagined fan interactions, and the never-ending Karate Kid sequels. They also break down...

Welcome back to the HOZ Comedy Podcast with Joey! This episode kicks off with Easter weekend conversations, from “Zombie Jesus” jokes to growing up around different church traditions and wild holiday memories. The crew breaks down the hilarious origin of the “Joey Bang Fish” nickname, early morning fishing trips, sushi restaurant fails, and unforgettable internet moments like the legendary “dolphi...

Welcome to another episode of the HOZ Comedy Podcast with Joey, the guys welcomes comedian T Latrice for a real, funny, and deeply personal conversation about her journey through comedy. T Latrice opens up about her background in comedy training, her goals of performing on bigger stages, and what it takes to grow as a stand-up. The conversation dives into the highs and lows of performing, includin...

Welcome to another episode of the HOZ Comedy Podcast with Joey, on today's episode the crew welcomes again comedian Ruben Martinez Jr. to the podcast for a wild, hilarious, and completely unpredictable conversation. They dive into the art of silence in comedy, how timing can make or break a joke, and what it’s like connecting comedy with real-life experiences—including meeting family and pulling i...

Welcome to another episode of the HOZ Comedy Podcast with Joey, today the crew sits down with comedian Chris Wilson to talk about his move to Chicago and how he’s been finding his place in one of the country’s top comedy scenes. Chris shares how his love for comedy started in an unexpected way, his experience developing a unique monotone delivery style, and what it’s been like getting comfortable...

Welcome to another episode of the HOZ Comedy Podcast with Joey. On this episode the hosts kick things off diving straight into music, breaking down Kanye West’s latest album before the conversation quickly takes a turn into heavier, more controversial territory. This episode covers everything from political protests and trending headlines to viral courtroom moments and internet culture gone wild....

Welcome to another episode of the HOZ Comedy Podcast with Joey. The crew is back together in the studio and yeah, even the crickets made an appearance. This episode kicks off with celebrating another sold-out comedy show and quickly spirals into wild stories, unfiltered jokes, and classic HOZ chaos. From ridiculous bar moments and BlueChew jokes to promoting their weekly open mic, the hosts keep i...

Welcome to another episode of the HOZ Comedy Podcast with Joey. This episode of the HOZ Comedy Podcast brings the crew together for a wide-ranging, unfiltered conversation on comedy, culture, and everything in between. The episode kicks off with discussions on social dynamics and the importance of building a strong open mic community, followed by real talk on improving jokes and navigating the pre...