Sanctioned by Stefanie

This week, Stefanie chats with comedian Darren Lewis, host of Grizzley’s Weekly Sunday Open Mic in Wyandotte. They talk about his start in comedy, working the wrestling circuit, growing up downriver and beyond, and some wild Tim Allen stories. Plus, Darren takes on the Unsanctioned 7 — and brings the laughs from start to finish. Tag in for a fun one!

On This Episode of Sanctioned by Stefanie, I welcome all the way from Kalamazoo, Comedian, Showrunner, and all around creative lady…Rye Grae. We travel down memory lane and cover everything from slaying standup in grandpa’s funeral dress, hilarious inappropriate jokes, to why it’s a good idea to date your friend’s roomate. She answers the Unsanctioned 7 and we trauma bond over PBS, Academic Track,...

On this episode of Santioned by Stefanie, all new ADHDIVA diaries. Stefanie always goes off the rails…a little series where I talk about whatever, and jump from topic to topic…

The bitch is back! For her fifth season… And to kick things off, in studio we have comedian, showrunner & my favorite chicano comedian and Mexican folk dancer… Ofeliza’ Torres. We talk growing up in Southwest, living in the burbs, she tells me all about her trailblazing adventure creating Detroit’s only Spanish Language Open Mic, she answers the Unsanctioned 7, and we have a little 420 celebra...

This episode we have my favorite serenader, comedian Kevin Johnson. We talk Kev being Eastside via the Westside, Clownin & charmin the ladies, takin secrets to the grave, and much much more!

In this soon to notorious Roundtable episode I welcome Nik Ford, Kevin Rodriguez & Jd The Smile Hustler. We talk comedy, songs of the summer, Nik’s death wish, Kevin’s hulk like qualities, and Jd promises Nik he will not make love to his mother. We also have a celebrity guest via phone that you won’t wanna miss! Make sure you come out to The Kickin it with Comics in the Community Event on June...

On the season 4 finale of Sanctioned by Stefanie, I talk to my friend from Canada, comedian Dave Squeaky Wheels. We talk about his life, how he got into comedy, his current hospitalization and recovery. He answers the Unsanctioned Seven, and really get to know this comedian and showrunner from Windsor. And wish him a speedy recovery back to the stage.

On this episode of Sanctioned by Stefanie I sit down with comedian, and burlesque performer, Lauren Noelle a.k.a. Aquatofana. we talk about her journey to comedy, and performing burlesque. We talk about her amazing win at Diva Cup 10, and her bonus performance at Downriver Pride. She answers the Unsanctioned Seven, and have a Kiki about her monthly open mic at Woodbridge Pub in Detroit. Make sure...

On this episode of Sanctioned by Stefanie, I welcome Vivian Burgett. We have a chat about Vivian’s life, her upcoming move, and why the Swed’s are hard to impress with American phrases. She answers the Unsanctioned 7 and we talk about some cool moments she’s had in comedy. Hope she breaks all the legs in the Windy City! Make sure to check it out! anywhere you get podcasts.

On this episode of Sanctioned by Stefanie, I welcome a round table of Diva Cup experts… my judges for Diva Cup 10 “What a Drag” June 1st at The Independent Comedy Club… Diva Cup 1 & 9 Champion Julia LeBrell, and The Downriver Diva of Drag and my most favorite Queen Whitney Naomi! And joining us my friend, and favorite bartender poppin her cherry on her first podcast….Elisha Pearson from On the Roc...

On this episode of Sanctioned by Stefanie, I welcome standup comedian, podcaster and film maker Joseph Naman. We talk about his climb into comedy, creating and producing podcasts and films with his group Paradizo Films, we talk life, art, horror movies, getting engaged, and so much more! He answers the Unsanctioned 7, and we talk shop about what’s coming up in the future. Make sure to check out ev...

On this episode of Sanctioned by Stefanie, I welcome to the show comedian, Canadian, and one of the minds behind the Windsor Comedy Club and the Windsor Comedy Festival…Paul Montanier. We discuss his life, how he made his way into standup, and building comedy from the ground up after Covid. He answers the Unsanctioned 7, we had a great time, totally worth the $10 to come over the bridge! Make sure...

On this episode of Sanctioned by Stefanie, welcome to the show comedian, Tik tok enthusiast, and veteran Chris Barrett. Chris tells us about his early life, time in the military and starting comedy in Germany. He answers the UnSanctioned 7 and we have a good honest conversation about life and comedy. Check it out!

On This episode of Sanctioned, I welcome one of my favorite comedy couples (who are gettin hitched in a few days!!) Malachi Lee & Dani Luv. We talk about their relationship and their journey as individuals in writing, comedy, acting and so much more! They answer the Unsanctioned 7 and we had a blast celebrating laughter and love ❤️ make sure to check out the Luvlee’s Open Mic, Every Thursday at Sp...

On this episode of Sanctioned by Stefanie. I welcome Comedy Store trained, comedian, writer and actor Dave Mishevitz. We discuss Dave’s Downriver roots as well as his path to standup comedy, working at the store and the grind of a working comedian with a day job. He answers the Unsanctioned 7, and we have a great time.

On this episode of Sanctioned by Stefanie, I welcome a rising star in the Detroit comedy scene my friend Emma Stevenson. We talk about Emma’s life , including all the ins and out of comedy life, and how she got into it in the first place. She answered the Unsanctioned 7 and we had some really needed girl talk….Check it out!

On this episode of Sanctioned by Stefanie, I welcome to the show Comedian, content creator, and fellow Downriver rat… Ken Wood. We talk Ken’s start making videos at a young age to being famous downriver for bench pressing in the Meijer parking lot on his YouTube channel, to getting on stage and performing standup. He answers the Unsanctioned 7, and I have a lot of fun with my fake butt rock boyfri...

On this episode of Sanctioned by Stefanie, I welcome comedian, producer, and overall talent in the Detroit comedy scene Amber Maeda. Amber talks about her journey in comedy, Michigan to Cleveland and back to Michigan. A unexpected guest make their present on the show. Amber answers the UnSanctioned 7 and so much more.

On this episode of Sanctioned by Stefanie, An impromptu roundtable, with my fellow Downriver Comics…Elise Amidon, Brian Omey & Matt Cseresznye. We discuss all things Downriver Michigan. A way to put a hillbilly hood end to your 2023 with Sanctioned By Stefanie.

On this episode of Sanctioned by Stefanie, I welcome a very supportive and funny friend Andy McFarland. Andy tells us all about his journey to comedy and starting up one of the most popular open mics in Metro Detroit. We have a good discussion about starting this in your 40’s as a father and husband, and he answers the Unsanctioned Seven. Its a fun listen with my favorite Fred Durst look alike! Ch...

On this episode of Sanctioned by Stefanie, I welcome to the show comedian, podcaster and performance Jack of all trades.. Skippy Rose. We talk about her early life and improv beginnings, and her journey to stand up comedy. She answers the UnSanctioned Seven, I make up the worst Bennifer type reference I’ve ever made….make sure to check out her podcast with Floyd Jones “Thanks Dad” on youtube. We h...

On this episode of Sanctioned by Stefanie, I welcome to the show someone I really enjoy on stage and off, Drew Harmon. Drew shares his experiences being a professional comedian, his time in San Francisco (he tells me the best story about my favorite comedian), and his experiences here in Michigan. We have a great time, he gives us a great Unsanctioned 7, just an enjoyable conversation about his ca...

On this episode of Sanctioned by Stefanie, I welcome to the show, Wolverine Lake, MI native, the very funny.....Drew Fralick. Drew talks about his comedy journey. And his journey started abroad…from China to Michigan, Drew's childhood best friend Ben is in studio to confirm some funny stories. Drew answers the Unsanctioned 7 and so much more. Go to www.drewfralick.com to find more about Drew’s upc...

On This episode of Sanctioned by Stefanie, I welcome back to the show, NikFord, Julia Lebrell, Joe Aasim and making her debut to the show.... Emma Stevenson. We discuss the infamous Taser incident from the open mic at a problematic bar. Nik shares the prequel to the story, Julia and Joe give their account of the incident. And we end up having a very open and honest discussion about safety at open...

On this episode of Sanctioned By Stefanie, I welcome a fellow Downriver comedian, podcaster, the lady with the expunged criminal record, Elise Amidon. Elise tells her story in her words for the first time. We talk downriver, comedy and she clears the air about “Shooting Kennedy”… it’s a wild ride with one of my funniest Diva Cup finalists. Please make sure to check it out, this story is one of a k...