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Fahim Anwar is a stand up beast. A modern comedy warrior. Unafraid to try almost anything, in love with the craft, a joker, a writer, a filmmaker, and a character actor. He is having, and is going to have a big career. Just another Jewish comic making it big. Oh, wait. He’s not Jewish. Everything else I’m right about. He’s pretty great. We talk about his new special, ‘House Money’, his last specia...

Sam Tripoli is a modern master. Totally unique and the King of his own kingdom in a truly unique way. He has I think a half a dozen some podcasts, produces so many of his own shows, and is just his own man. He’s way out on the edge, not for everyone which is what the best comics all are. He’s in the Doug Stanhope, Big Jay, Soder world in my opinion. He and his cohorts, Eddie Bravo, Bryan Callen, a...

Sam Tripoli is a modern master. Totally unique and the King of his own kingdom in a truly unique way. He has I think a half a dozen some podcasts, produces so many of his own shows, and is just his own man. He’s way out on the edge, not for everyone which is what the best comics all are. He’s in the Doug Stanhope, Big Jay, Soder world in my opinion. He and his cohorts, Eddie Bravo, Bryan Callen, a...

Matt Friend is one of the hottest new stand ups on the scene today. From Chicago, the kid is on fire, and he deserves to be. He’s on the podcast up this weekend. Here’s a clip. Check out the episode when it comes out. He’s a real special kid. Love him! Also, if you’re in Detroit and you remember The Detroit Comedy Jam, we’re bring it back to the Cambria Hotel in downtown. It’s going to be a monthl...

Kevin James is an all star all around talent. Stand up, actor, writer, director. His new stand up special ‘Irregardless’ on Amazon Prime is excellent, as is all of his work. Beyond his hit show and Mall Cop, and his great movies with Adam Sandler and Hitch with Will Smith, of my favorite stuff though are his SOUND GUY videos on You Tube. They’re funny as hell. You owe it yourself to check them out...

Kevin James is an all star all around talent. Stand up, actor, writer, director. His new stand up special on Irregardless on Amazon Prime is excellent, as is all of his work. Beyond his hit show and Mall Cop, and his great movies with Adam Sandler and Hitch with Will Smith, of my favorite stuff though are his SOUND GUY videos on You Tube. They’re funny as hell. You owe it yourself to check them ou...

This so far is my favorite of all the episodes we’ve done. Patrick agrees. Just for the fact that Josh is great and high energy and had us cracking up, but also he loves the whole world of stand up as much if not more than I do, so it was just a treat. Check out the episode and, if you haven’t yet, his You Tube stuff which is in a league by itself. This one is epic. So many big laughs, and so much...

New Episode up now with my great pal, John Stamos. One of the all time greats! You’ll love this one. And get his new book. It’s a lot of fun. IF YOU WOULD HAVE TOLD ME by JOHN STAMOS IF YOU WOULD HAVE TOLD ME by JOHN STAMOS Thank you for reading Standup World. This post is public so feel free to share it. Standup World is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, co...

Great to talk with an authentic madman and true genius comic, Doug Stanhope. I love this guys work. He’s one of a kind. A rare voice. The Hunter S. Thompson of Stand up. Enjoy the talk, also, his new movie, Road Dog. Thank you for reading Standup World. This post is public so feel free to share it. Standup World is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider...

I happen to really love Brad Upton’s story. In a nutshell, he’d been working for many years, opening for Joan Rivers and Johnny Mathis and a slew of other stars. He was a High School teacher and a track coach in Seattle and in 1984 he went up at a local club and auditioned and just jumped in the lake and started swimming. Cut to years and years later he puts up a special on a You Tube channel call...

Fun episode. Katherine Blandford is a major talent. She’s really great. A gutsy, smart, funny as hell comic. We had a great talk. I used the word 'Wigger' She thinks it's the end of me. I tell her she's forever years late. Enjoy. It’s up now on here! Enjoy. Also, I wanted to let you know a film I produced that my son Burt Binder wrote, directed and produced is up for pre-buy on APPLE FILMS and wil...

This is a fun one. Dave Smith has the number two podcast in the game right now right behind Joe Rogan. He’s smart as hell. Enjoy it Thank you for reading Standup World. This post is public so feel free to share it. Standup World is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to Standup World at standupworld....

Erica Rhodes is so funny, and so talented. This is a great episode if you’re a fan of hers, or if you’re not familiar with her yet, either way. She’s going to be a true force in the industry. I really feel that. She has what Joan Rivers, or Steven Wright and so many of the greats have had. An ear for the writing and an innate sense of how to perform her material in a unique and dynamic way. Let me...

This was a fun time with a true comic master who happens to be killing it right now. He loves Stand up and has spent years getting to where he is. Nashville’s own Nate Bargatze. This is one I really think you’ll enjoy! Hey, also, if you’re in LA, come see me tomorrow night at HWD IMPROV. My Jimmy Shin’s bday show. Get TIX NOW! Come down and say hello! Thank you for reading Standup World. This post...

Mike interviews Joe List this week talking about his new special, Enough for Everybody. Watch it now on You Tube Hey, ALSO, if you’re in SANTA MONICA A new comedy venture starts this week at the best Italian restaurant in Santa Monica LAPUGLIA 1621 Wilshire blvd. One blk west of 17th street. Get your tickets NOW! It’s only 75 seats. An intimate little room for a night of hysterical comedy and exqu...

This is a great one. The GREAT ONE. Steven Wright. Talks about his novel Harold. Enjoy it! Also ALSO.... And if you’re in LA this Tues night , come to The Hollywood Roosevelt for another great show of The Hollywood All-Stars. Last weeks show was sold out and an amazing crowd. Come down and join us this Tuesday. IF YOU'RE IN SANTA MONICA, SOMETHING BRAND NEW. THE SANTA MONICA COMDY COMPANY!  AT LAP...

This week's guest is Will Noonan. One of the best new comics to come out of Boston in a long time. (Which says a lot.) We talked about his new special 50 Tik Toks at Once. BTW, here’s the special if you want to watch it. It’s a damn good one! And if you’re in LA this Tues night , come to The Hollywood Roosevelt for another great show of The Hollywood All-Stars. Last weeks show was sold out and an...

Hey also, if you're in LA, on Aug 1st, come see me at the Hollywood Roosevelt in the Hwd. All- Stars CLICK HERE FOR TIX ALL-STARS Thank you for reading Standup World. This post is public so feel free to share it. Thank you for reading Standup World. This post is public so feel free to share it. Thank you for reading Standup World. This post is public so feel free to share it. Standup World is a re...

Geoff Asmus is such an interesting comedian. He’s from Minneapolis but is working out of NY. I love his stuff. His first special just dropped last thurs on Youtube. Check out his special and his stand-up. He’s on tour all over the place. Click below to see when he comes to your town. Also, if you’re in LA, August 1st. I’m on a great show at the Hwd Roosevelt Hotel with Marlon Wayans, Damon Wayans...

Also, hey, if you’re in LA on July 1st and want to see a great show, with Jimmy Dore, and Ali Mac, and Jimmy Shin, and the L.A. legend that is Frazier Smith. …. BUY TICKETS FOR JULY 1 ICE HOUSE BUY TICKETS FOR JULY 1 ICE HOUSE Thank you for reading Standup World. This post is public so feel free to share it. Also, hey, if you’re in LA on July 1st and want to see a great show, with Jimmy Dore, and...

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This week we’re talking about a few specials you’ll want to watch. Matt Rife’s new one; Matthew Steven Rife And a classic up there on Youtube for a bit; Shane Gillis, Live in Austin. Also a show at The Hollywood Roosevelt, Will Noonan, and taking morning after pills when you thought you were taking, Minoxidil. Thanks for the support! Mike Standup World is a reader-supported publication. To receive...

Mike talks about a great roast that Whitney Cummings has produced of her friend Bert Kreisher, the Erica Rhodes special, Sad Lemon, and Jeremiah Watkins special ‘Daddy’. A great episode, including the truth of his grown kids. Also, if you’re in LA, this Sat, April, 8 Come out to Pasadena for a very special show at the Ice House. A historic comedy club that has been remodeled by Johnny Buss to perf...

New episode is up, stand-up fans will love this one. Also, if you’re in Los Angeles, check out this great show at The Ice House in Pasadena this Thursday night at 10 pm! Thank you for reading Standup World. This post is public so feel free to share it. . Get full access to Standup World at standupworld.substack.com/subscribe

A great episode from the streets and comedy clubs of Boston. Don’t miss this one. Standup World is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Thank you for reading Standup World. This post is public so feel free to share it. Get full access to Standup World at standupworld.substack.com/subscribe