Sanctioned by Stefanie

This episode , welcome to the show, Comedian, Actor, Writer, Producer, Director, the very talented & funny Myles De Leeuw. We have a great conversation about growing up in the arts, classes, putting on productions, her role on the Planet Ant farm team, The Deep End Sketch Comedy Group, and the craziest story about a tree going thru her house! She answers the UnSanctioned 7, and we have an amazing...

A look back episode, revisiting the UnSanctioned 7 from Season 2 Featured on this episode:  Kev Johnson T-Barb Kev Johnson: full episode is Season 2 Ep. 12 T-Barb : Full episode is Season 2 Ep. 15 make sure you follow @itskeevvv on Instagram & Tik tok…. Also follow @comediantbarb on Ig & Tik tok…. Check out her “Scootchie on the Cootchie video” here: https://youtu.be/bzDgPn_0BE0 Check out her Live...

On this episode we have my favorite New Orleans native out here doing her thing in the Detroit comedy scene, Madison Thomas. We discuss her 2 years in comedy and paying dues, growing up in NOLA, her love of cartoons, she answers the Unsanctioned 7, and so much more! Check out Madison this week Featuring at The Beer Grotto in Dexter, and the Blom Comedy Show in Ann Arbor 11/18

On this episode of Sanctioned, I welcome Grand Rapids own, whom now is doing the most in the Detroit scene now…. comedian Dany Redwine. Dany tells us how illness got her into the comedy game, she talks about the differences in the GR scene and Detroit, we talk dermatology, growing up a tom boy, our “Schoochie on the coochie” filming experience… and much much more. She is effortlessly so funny! Che...

On this episode of Sanctioned by Stefanie, I welcomed comedian, showrunner, and host with the most…Joe Morgan. We talk about his life & comedy career, his fantastic room at Catawba Island Brewery in Port Clinton Ohio. He brought his partner in crime Kokomo Da Puppet and we discover his origin story as well. Please make sure to check out Joe @ Catabwa monthly, and his new spot in Dundee MI Uncle Ly...

On this episode of Sanctioned By Stefanie, I welcome Lapeer native, 16 year veteran of comedy…the hilarious Dustin Cole. Dustin and I talk about his comedic journey, family life being a dad and husband, he shares his girls gone wild story, he answers the Unsanctioned 7, and we have a blast talkin shop! Make sure to check out Dustin’s social media @dustincolethecomic on Instagram and Dustin Cole Co...

On this episode of Sanctioned, I welcome musician, producer, podcaster and comedian Rahm Kely. We talk about Rahm’s journey into comedy, posting funny bs on the internet with his group “Throw it on the grill”. He answers the Unsanctioned 7, it’s a really fun time. Check out Rahm’s social media @rahmkely on and follow @therahmkelyshow on instagram and Facebook Live. As always thanks to our sponsor...

On this episode, I welcome my amazing friend Joe Aasim! We talk about his super interesting life, including being a dancer for Big Freda, Bringing real bike shops to Detroit, CUTLERY CORNER, and throwin ass off six mile while the mighty Jormana watches over us with a purple lip! And if you think that’s a lot…you’re sadly mistaken because there is so much more. They answer the unsanctioned 7 and de...

On this episode of Sanctioned by Stefanie, I welcome my friend, comedian Nick Pizzuti. We discuss Nick’s life in comedy, we talk about epilepsy, relationships, comedy, doing hoodrat shit when you’re young, being Italian, climbing trees like monkeys, being in second city. It’s a really fun conversation with one of my favorite friends on the scene. Make sure to follow Nick on Instagram @logan_wolver...

The Return of Jason Vest!!! It's been close to two years since my friend and biggest supporter has been on Sanctioned. I catch up on what Jason has been up too, from move to Chicago and his future plans. Jason answers the Unsanctioned 7, we hear some great catfishing stories, the spa of dicks, and much much more. Follow Jason @poopyturdsmcgee on all social media! Check out our sponsor Good Helper’...

2022 Downriver DIVA Cup Winner, activist, the very funny and talented Julia LeBrell joins me on this episode of Sanctioned. We talk about everything under the sun, she answers the Unsanctioned 7 and it’s a fun ride with the Diva Cup winner! Sponsored by Good Helper’s LLC

The roundtable is back with Steve Kaz, Travis Tehirian, Jacob Russell and the wildcard Julia LeBrell. Topics include everything from comedy, to bears in the woods, hip prov, standup, and damn babies in bars!

On this episode we welcome Lansing’s favorite comedian, and Buffy the Vampire Slayer Enthusiast, my homie Nicole Melnyk! We talk comedy, life and she answers the Unsanctioned 7, annnnnnnd…. Still made it to Hip Prov in time. It’s a fun listen, with one of the biggest Road Dawgs I know!

This episode I welcome….Comedian, Actor, Teacher, Music Lover and Karaoke performer, and my friend….The one and only Heather Kyles. We talk about her life in standup and theater, and she answers the unsanctioned 7. We have a fun impromptu moment at the end. It’s a great listen!

On this episode I get to the nitty gritty of improv specialist, actor, stand up comedian, writer, and showrunner Jacob Russell. We talk his journey into comedy and improv. He answers the Unsanctioned 7, and make sure to Check out Hip Prov with Tam White and Jacob’s self produced show “I Ain’t No Joke” at Planet Ant Hall 8/3/22 Shout out to our sponsor Good Helper’s LLC

Check out this bonus Roundtable with Tony Beatty, Jd the Smile Hustler and myself… we talk Stranger things, and how these children haven’t bathed. As always check out Good Helpers LLC for all your home improvement needs.

On this episode of Sanctioned by Stefanie, I welcome comedian and podcast connoisseur Tony Beatty. We talk his life, comedy, he answers the Unsanctioned 7 and we talk about the wild people we seen on our trip to Jonesville. Check out Tony at JP West’s on August 10th. And as always check out Good Helper’s LLC for all your home improvement needs.

On this Duo Episode of Sanctioned by Stefanie, I welcome fellow comedians and Hosts of the Cuntea Time Podcast (Check it out on Spotify & Anchor) Michele Harte & Grace Gunn! We talk about comedy and how both these women got into it, and started doing a podcast together. They answer the Unsanctioned 7, and I get schooled in being cuntea, do a few shots, and show how old I really am. It’s a good tim...

On this episode I welcome my brother in comedy, Mike Eshaq. We talk about his life as a kid growing up, being a marine, improv artist, actor and standup comic. He answers the Unsanctioned 7, so many funny stories on this episode. Go check out Mike Eshaq at www.mikefromdetroit.com

In this season 3 premiere, I bring back the Roundtable… and we get into some current events in comedy and abroad. Joining me are two of the most talented young comics in the Detroit scene, Scott Sviland and Danielle Bentzley

Our first interview of Season 3 is the most recognized laugh in Detroit comedy and everyone’s favorite Yooper in the City, Scott Sviland. We talk life in the UP and his love of comedy. We sing, we dance, he answers the Unsanctioned 7…. Check it out!

It’s my season 2 finale, and this super sized interview is way over due. On this episode, I welcome the first host to introduce me to the stage, the Host of New Way Bar Open Mic every Monday Night, my friend, The Capo of Detroit Comedy........Paul Pipitone. We talk life, comedy, coffee, cigarettes, Italians doing it better and a whole lot more!

On this episode I welcome back my comedy son, Zack Nicoletti. We talk the past year growing up as new comedians in comedy. We also talk experiences that make him love comedy and experiences that have soured him when it comes to comedy. It’s a pretty real conversation between the weirdest friend pairing ever.

On this episode I welcome my friend the artist known as Justin Pedick. He brought along his amazing girlfriend Becca and we have a great conversation about his life in comedy, doppelgänger’s, family encouragement, he answers the Unsanctioned 7 and make sure to check out his first produced show March 24th in Harrison Twp. at Sandbar Sports Bar & Grill with himself, Terry McNeely, and Justin Divozzo...

This week I welcome Danielle Bentzley to the basement. We talk comedy and growing in the game, growing up in Buck’s County, her 25 years of life, being a teacher and of course Harry Potter. Don’t cancel us!