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Send us Fan Mail A life can change because of a breakup, a loss, and a random sign in a club bathroom. Comedian Rome Davis walks us through the winding road that takes him from feeling stuck and getting pushed out of job after job to finally finding a place where he belongs: the stand-up comedy stage.  We get into the real work behind becoming a better comic: taking a six-week comedy school course...

Send us Fan Mail The night starts with festival ground rules, then Comedian Rome grabs the mic and turns a simple stand-up set into a full tour of modern life: how we date, how we age, and how we try to look confident while everything feels slightly out of control. He celebrates seven years in comedy, flashes back to an early church booking, and shows how the same joke can land completely differen...

Send us Fan Mail What if your business only starts working once you stop running from yourself? We sit down with Jasmine Todman—a singer, chef, maker, and car enthusiast—who walked through a brutal season of loss and came out with a candle line that literally smells like growth. This is a story about therapy, lifting heavy things, breathing in a quiet room, and rebuilding a brand from a calm place...

Send us Fan Mail A $200 room. Sixty seats. One comedian who refuses to wait for permission. We sit down with Nick Moore to unpack how a DIY special can punch above its weight when the writing is tight, the venue fits your voice, and the hustle has roots in barbershops and trunk sales rather than budgets with too many zeros. Nick takes us from Little Rock to Memphis, where silence taught sharper ti...

Send us Fan Mail A high school writer with jokes that didn’t fit the rubric found a mic, a room, and a path. Charlie Cantrell joins us to pull back the curtain on how a careful craftsman became a working New York comic—without losing the nerve to bomb, pivot, and grow. We talk about the early days at the venue on 35th Street, where five-dollar Thursdays and honest tags turned rough ideas into real...

Send us Fan Mail Ever felt the tug to rewrite your story? We sit down with writer–director Kendra Louka to trace how a biochem track, long drives past Virginia farmland, and a move to a slower English village evolved into a filmmaking voice shaped by character, community, and curiosity. Kendra opens up about giving herself permission to be imperfect, how a Facebook call for a 10-minute play cracke...

Send us Fan Mail Smoke-filled sets, long quiet drives, and the stubborn joy of getting the joke right—this conversation with comedian and writer Ed Phillips digs into the parts of comedy most people skip. We start with the real: improv roots at a Virginia Beach Cinema Cafe, the three-month wait to get a shot, and how those early reps shaped his timing, listening, and confidence on stage. From ther...

Send us Fan Mail Ever hear a single sentence change someone’s life? That’s how Jay Flake’s story starts—cracking jokes in a corporate training room when an older coworker told him he’d missed his calling. One open mic later, the Nashville comic found his lane: high-energy, true-story material that feels lived-in, then sharpened it into a clean-comedy brand that books hard and lasts longer. We dig...

Send us Fan Mail Find all my content here: https://romedavis.komi.io What happens when you trade a boardroom for a black box theater and decide to start from scratch in your 50s? We sit down with actor and stand-up comic Sheri Gill Dixon for a fearless, funny, and deeply human conversation about falling in love with movies as a teenage usher threading reels, discovering Meisner training in Virgini...

Send us Fan Mail Step into the world of stand-up comedy with KellsMorton, a rising comedian who's turning life's realities into laughs that resonate with audiences everywhere. From her humble beginnings taking comedy classes to performing at sold-out venues, Kells shares the authentic journey of finding her voice in a competitive industry. What makes great comedy? According to Kells, it&...

Send us Fan Mail Turning personal setbacks into creative gold is the hallmark of true entrepreneurs, and Jay Davis exemplifies this transformation. After a divorce fifteen years ago, he began writing short stories about dating experiences, eventually filming them as sketches when "nobody was doing sketches on the internet back then." That initial spark ignited a creative empire spanning...

Send us Fan Mail Kylie Kassh, professional dominatrix of 17 years and content creator, shares her journey from accidental dom to lifestyle professional in this candid conversation about power dynamics, boundaries, and the business of domination. • Discovered her dominatrix potential when a friend noticed her naturally commanding style with boyfriends • Began her career working in a Chicago dungeon...

Send us Fan Mail Josh Ward doesn't just tell jokes; he transforms life's darkest moments into something beautiful through comedy. During our candid conversation, this self-described "underground comedy king" reveals how he channeled the grief of losing his son into his powerful special "My Special Boy" - a 21-minute journey that showcases his remarkable ability to fin...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when you're a sunflower trying to bloom in a rose garden? Dezz Nicholson knows that feeling all too well. The accomplished poet, singer, and creative sits down with Rome Davis to discuss the complex journey of finding your authentic voice and space in a creative world that often feels threatened by new talent. Dezz takes us through her origins as an entrepreneuri...

Send us Fan Mail When singer-songwriter Cara Caterson joins Rome Davis on the No ID Podcast, what unfolds is an unexpectedly vulnerable peek behind the curtain of creative careers. Both performers strip away the glamor to reveal what audiences never see—Rome confessing to throwing up at gas stations before comedy sets, Cara admitting to hiding in venue bathrooms to calm her nerves. Their shared ex...

Send us Fan Mail Dive into the intriguing journey of PepperKat, an artist who transitioned from the world of news production to become a prominent figure in adult entertainment. In this episode, she reveals the motivations that led her to pursue a career where creativity and financial independence reign supreme. PepperKat is not just an entertainer; she is a trailblazer who redefines the narrative...

Send us Fan Mail What if a simple wardrobe choice could change the way you're perceived on stage? Theodore Taylor, better known as the "Bowtie Guy," joins us to unravel the origins of his distinctive comedic persona. Inspired by a character from Doctor Who, the bow tie has become more than just an accessory—it's his comedic badge, helping him craft punchlines that linger long a...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered what it’s like to mix stand-up comedy with a mean golf swing? Legendary comedian Buddy Lewis joins us, bringing his signature humor and a treasure trove of stories from his days on "Martin" to the quirky charm of interviewing him in his mom's living room. From hilarious behind-the-scenes moments with Martin Lawrence to the pride of his Howard Universit...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how stand-up comedy has transformed over the years? Join us as La Josh Preston, a humorous force from Southwest Virginia, takes us through his comedic journey from 1993 to now. La Josh has seen it all—from the bustling stages of Roanoke to the exhilarating experience of performing for Kenan Thompson. He talks about the evolution of comedy, highlighting how inclusivit...

Send us Fan Mail Comedian and writer Corey Marshall joins us to share his unexpected journey into the world of stand-up comedy. Imagine turning a life-altering event like a divorce into an opportunity for reinvention. Corey did just that, boldly stepping onto the stage for his first-ever one-man show without any prior experience. His fearless leap into comedy not only led to a successful debut but...

Send us Fan Mail Shawnnell Brown, the vibrant comedian and DJ lighting up Richmond, Virginia, joins us to share her incredible story from law school to the comedy stage, inspired by the likes of Chris Tucker. Chanel brings her unique flair and passion to the mic as she discusses her mission to create a thriving community for local comedians with her upcoming comedy mixer. Her journey serves as a p...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how a comedian's first headlining gig feels after a decade of grinding? Meet Tyrone Burston, the man with a story that’s bound to tug at your heartstrings and tickle your funny bone. Tyrone takes us behind the scenes of his emotional journey to the spotlight, sharing how personal losses and life’s hard knocks pushed him to embrace comedy with unmatched passion....

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how a simple spontaneous video could catapult someone into viral fame? Meet Sevynn  Hop, the devoted mother turned social media sensation, who will share her remarkable journey from an unexpected 10-million-view video to managing a diverse following across Instagram, TikTok, X, and Reddit. Discover her secrets to juggling multiple platforms, staying ahead of trends,...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how a comedian finds the spark to ignite a crowd with laughter? My latest guest, the effervescent Dontee' Ray, sits down with me, Jerome Davis, to unravel the magic behind his comedic journey. From his beginnings in improv with the Black Top Improv Group to lighting up the stage at Atlanta's Uptown Comedy Corner, Dontee' blends his Northern roots with...

Send us Fan Mail As I welcomed the irresistibly witty Dara Jermott onto the show, we couldn't help but swap audition horror stories and the sort of comedy venue nightmares that comedians whisper about in hushed tones. Dara regaled us with the twist of fate that led her to the stand-up stage and the raucous journey that followed, including a brush with America's Got Talent that proved tal...