Maybe Some Other Time

This week, Carl chats with Grand Rapids comedian, Darius Walker! Darius has made an impact on the scene in the 4 years he's been doing comedy and is beloved by his peers. He recently made his debut working at Grins which is a pillar of Grand Rapids comedy.  Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Darius Walker Instagram : @the_dariuswalker Music Jesse Passage Instagram : @thebignap Art Rachel Harper...

Fresh off a killer appearance on Kill Tony, Jacob Barr returns again to the podcast! Jacob is a killer comedian from Ann Arbor and currently staying in Austin for the Summer. The duo talks Kill Tony and a couple other things going on in the world. You can catch Jacob headlining the Detroit House of Comedy this Friday on August 2nd.  Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Jacob Barr Instagram : @guywithth...

This week, Ryan Brown returns to the podcast! Ryan is a hilarious comedian that has made some waves in the comedy scene in a short amount of time. Ryan is a solid writer with a knack for speaking his mind on stage. You can catch Ryan headlining the Ann Arbor Comedy showcase on July 26th and 27th. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Ryan Brown Instagram : @brownryancomedy Music Jesse Passage Instagram...

This week, Carl chats with comedian and Salsa Parlor alum, James Couture! James was in Lansing doing comedy for years before moving to Chicago. He's a fun loving, hilarious energetic work horse. James is the guy you want at the party. The two dive into Chicago comedy and a bunch more! Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny James Couture Instagram : @juicy_routine Music Jesse Passage Instagram : @the...

After a few weeks off, Carl sits down with returning guest and comedian, Diana Graham! Diana is a wicked smart joke writer with a hefty following on Tik Tok. The duo discuss Diana's time in Nebraska, the ups and downs of the Michigan comedy scene and much more! Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Diana Graham Instagram : @diana.graham Tik Tok : https://www.tiktok.com/discover/diana-graham Music J...

This week, Carl gets to know comedian, Chris Barrett. Chris is a newcomer to the scene and has been performing a ton lately. Chris has a podcast with another comedian and former MSOT guest, Drew Campbell, titled 'Sex Monkey Dungeon'. Carl and Chris talk about Chris's time in the military, comedy and much more! Fun chat! Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Chris Barrett Instagram : @comi...

On this episode, the super talented and hilarious, Camila Ballario returns! Camila has a special titled 'Real Love' that drops tonight on YouTube! Go check it out! She is a super solid comedian that mixes traditional stand up comedy with musical comedy. Camila also is a co-producer of Detroit's Don't Tell Comedy shows.  Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Camila Ballario Instagram...

On this episode, Carl sits down with his Grand Rapids comedian pals, Gerrit Elzinga and Jacqui Marpa! Gerrit is a veteran comedian and house emcee at Dr. Grins Comedy Club in Grand Rapids. Jacqui Marpa is a dark and clever joke writer and recently performed at Sketchfest in SF. The trio get into it! Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Gerrit  Instagram :@gerrit_elzinga Jacqui Instagram : @jacquimarpa...

This week, Carl sits down with the showroom manager of the Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase and friend, Alisa Iannelli! Alisa is the first guest on the pod that isn't a comedian but has plenty of experience dealing with them. Alisa opens up about an awkward date, advice on how to get into the Showcase and much more! Also, NEVER run the light! Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Alisa Instagram : @_aiann...

This week, Carl sits down with Windsor comedian and producer, Jen Richardson! This is the first time Carl has met Jen. Jen is one of the producers/creators of 'Gang's All Here' comedy. Jen and Tim Reaburn are partially responsible for revitalizing the Windsor comedy scene and creating more stage time for Windsor and Michigan comedians by running successful shows. Instagram : @carljo...

Johanna Medranda finally returns to the podcast! Johanna is a comedian and a producer of Don't Tell Comedy Detroit, Honorary Mentions Comedy and is one of the producers of the Independent Comedy Club. She also co-hosts her own podcast titled 'Each Other's Mothers'. Johanna also recently released her first special called 'Elsa' and you can find it on YouTube!  Instagra...

This week, Carl  sits down with Muskegon comedian and booker, Tim Locke! Tim has been gaining some momentum lately with featuring and headlining a ton. Tim is the founder of "Fresh Ghost Comedy" which books several rooms on the west side of the state.  Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Tim Locke Instagram : @freshghostcomedy Music  Jesse Passage Instagram : @thebignap Art Rachel Harper Ins...

This week, Carl chats with Detroit comedy legend, T. Barb! T. Barb is an assassin on stage and brings an energy and likeability that most comics would love to possess. She has an album out titled "T. Barb Live At the Independent". She has a cookbook called "The Hoodrat Kitchen Cookbook". T. Barb has also done a Ted Talk. Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny T. Barb Instagram : @iamt...

This week, Vivian Burgett, returns to the podcast! Vivian runs a weekly open mic in Ann Arbor at the Heidelberg and a monthly show called Fem Feedback at Blom (Bloom) in Ann Arbor. She is a super solid writer and performer and is quickly becoming a staple of the scene.  Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Vivian Burgett Instagram : @vivianburgettcomedy Music Jesse Passage Instagram : @thebignap Art Ra...

This week on MSOT, Greg Sharp returns! Greg is a comedian from Dexter and was the creator/producer behind The Comedy Experiment. Greg recently started his own podcast titled "I'm Glad You're Here"! Greg is one of the most down to earth people and writes from a goofy perspective on life.  Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Greg Sharp Instagram : @gregsharp Podcast : https://podcast...

This week, Carl chats with the very funny, Luke Nesbitt! Luke is back doing comedy after a break. Luke was one of the comedians in the Lansing scene from Salsa Parlor's early days. He is a regular at the Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase. Luke is a very good writer and super consistent on stage.  Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Luke Nesbitt Instagram : @lukeenesbitt Music Jesse Passage Instagram : @t...

This week, Carl Sobel returns! Carl is a hilarious story teller comedian from Grand Rapids. He runs a weekly show at River City Saloon on Wednesdays. Carl is one of the funniest up and coming comics from western Michigan. The Carls talk about their weekends in Traverse City and much more! Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Carl Sobel Instagram : @carl_sobel_comedy Music  Jesse Passage Instagram : @th...

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This week, it's time for the annual three person podcast and first ever two part episode! This wasn't meant to be a two-parter but the trio couldn't stop talking.  Patty Rooney and Emma Stevenson join Carl to talk all the nonsense! Patty is a terrific writer and performer with a background in sketch and film. Emma is a strong writer that recently performed in her first ever play alo...

This week, Alaina Bamfield returns again to the podcast! Alaina started in Lansing and has since been in NY for almost a year. She is a brilliant writer with an honest voice. She has opened up for some of New York's best comics and has performed at the Savage Henry comedy festival.  Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Alaina Bamfield Instagram : @alainabamfieldcomedy Music  Jesse Passage Instagra...

This week on the podcast, Carl sits down with the dark and hilarious, Drew Campbell! Drew started comedy in Saginaw before recently moving closer to the Detroit area. He works at the Detroit House Of Comedy and is a regular there and recently opened up for Nate Timmel at One Night Stan's in Waterford.  Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Drew Campbell Instagram : @drewcampbellcomedy Music Jesse P...

This week on the podcast, Carl sits down with Skippy Rose! Skippy is a good writer with a background in improv. She gets on stage a lot and writes a ton. She is also a regular at the Windsor Comedy Club (Brewing For Comedy).  Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Skippy Instagram : @skippyrosecomedy Music Jesse Passage Instagram : @thebignap Art Rachel Harper Instagram : @rachelrockstar

This week, Carl talks with one of the more successful comics in the scene, Zach Martina! Zach is one of the hardest working comedians in the scene and is fun to see live! He opens up for Rory Scovel and Chad Daniels regularly. He travels a ton and headlines some of the best clubs in the country.  Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Zach Martina Instagram : @zach.martina Music Jesse Passage Instagram :...

This week, Carl sits down with Grand Rapids comedian, Alexa Stanton! Alexa started comedy in Seattle and has a fun origin story. She's a story teller with a great energy and jokes that pack some heavy punches. Alexa is one of the funniest up and coming comics on the west side of the state.  Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Alexa Stanton Instagram : @alexastantoncomedy Music Jesse Passage Insta...

On this episode of MSOT, Carl chats with newcomer, Julianna Loera-Wiggins! Julianna is from Ypsilanti. She recently performed at the Latina Comedy Festival in Chicago! She also produces a monthly show at Oscar's in Saline. Julianna is fun and funny! Instagram : @carljohnsonisfunny Julianna Instagram : @_mucusgracias Music Jesse Passage Instagram : @thebignap Art Rachel Harper Instagram : @rac...