Tammy's Boy Podcast

Kill Tony standout, Sunset Strip Comedy Club comedian, and touring stand-up comic Ronaldo Mercado joins Jon Carden on Tammy's Boy for one of the funniest and most unexpectedly heartfelt conversations we've had. Ronaldo shares what it was like growing up with a hardworking single mother, navigating multiple father figures, finding identity between different cultures, and discovering comedy as an es...

Don't Tell Comedy performer, international touring comedian, and Tokyo Comedy Bar regular Peter Angelo joins Tammy's Boy for a hilarious and surprisingly heartfelt conversation about growing up in Connecticut, family, hard work, traveling the world through comedy, and why parents should encourage their kids to chase impossible dreams. If you laughed, cried, or felt seen — hit ❤️ LIKE and SUBSCRIBE...

Comedian, entrepreneur, and creator Bak Zoumanigui joins Tammy's Boy for an unforgettable conversation about growing up between cultures, navigating identity, and learning life lessons from an extraordinary father. Bak shares his journey from Senegal to France and eventually Texas, what it was like being one of the only black families in a small French town, and how his parents worked to preserve...

HBO-featured comedian Dave Jay joins Jon Carden and Tammy's Boy for a powerful conversation about growing up without a father, being raised by a hardworking single mother, building a career in comedy, and doing everything possible to become the parent he never had. 00:00 Introduction 01:02 Meet Dave Jay 02:00 Sports, Family Traditions & Being a Dad 06:20 Bill Belichick, Brady & Greatness 1...

Actor, nationally touring comedian, and rising feature-film performer Roderick McDaniel joins Tammy's Boy for an unforgettable conversation about family, military life, comedy, fatherhood, resilience, and surviving a stroke. 00:00 Welcome to Tammy's Boy 02:10 Meet Roderick McDaniel 04:02 Growing Up in a Military Family 08:20 Freedom, School & Teenage Years 12:50 Music That Shaped His Life 18:0...

Regular performer at top comedy clubs across Texas, featured comedian on major independent comedy showcases, and one of Austin’s fastest-rising stand-up comics, Colton Dowling joins Tammy’s Boy Podcast for a hilarious and heartfelt conversation about family, childhood, and the experiences that shape who we become. Colton sits down with Jon Carden to share stories about growing up, family dynamics,...

Minneapolis comedian, MoonTower Comedy Festival performer, and host of the Goat Mentality Podcast , Aidan McCluskey joins Tammy’s Boy Podcast for a hilarious and unexpectedly heartfelt conversation about family, growing up in the Midwest, and finding identity through comedy. Aidan talks about being raised by a former New York police officer and a quiet creative mother in a tiny Wisconsin town, gro...

Boston Comedy Festival winner, Seattle International Comedy Competition champion, and regular opener for Dane Cook, Drew Dunn joins Tammy’s Boy Podcast for one of the funniest and most relatable family conversations yet. If you laughed, cried, or felt seen — hit ❤️ LIKE and SUBSCRIBE. It really helps indie comedy podcasts grow! ✍️TELL US YOUR STORIES!!! 📝If you have crazy stories about your paren...

In this episode of Tammy’s Boy Podcast , U.S. Marine Corps veteran, actor, and comedian Demi Chang opens up about growing up with high expectations from her Chinese parents, her unexpected journey into the U.S. Marines, and how childhood experiences shape identity, relationships, and confidence This conversation blends humor and honesty as we explore family dynamics, cultural expectations, and the...

Actor and comedian Tone Bell (Conan, The Tonight Show, Drink Masters, Disjointed, Fam, Witney, Bad Judge) is on the couch this week to talk about family, upbringing, and the moments that define us. From growing up between cities to discovering hidden truths later in life, Tone shares stories that are funny, thoughtful, and unexpectedly relatable. I✍️TELL US YOUR STORIES!!! 📝If you have crazy stor...

In this episode of Tammy’s Boy Podcast , we sit down with comedian Howard Hall to talk about family, childhood, and the experiences that shape who we become. From growing up in Louisiana to navigating family dynamics, parenting, and life lessons, this episode blends humor with real, relatable stories. Howard shares insight into his upbringing, his parents, and how those early years influenced his...

In this episode of Tammy’s Boy Podcast , we sit down with comedian Dylan Sullivan for a real, funny, and surprisingly meaningful conversation about growing up, family, and figuring out who you are. Dylan shares stories about his childhood, from road trips and early memories to navigating school, friendships, and finding his place. The conversation dives into deeper topics too—like dealing with los...

What happens when a childhood authority figure abuses their power? In this episode of Tammy’s Boy Podcast , we sit down with comedian Matt Banwart to talk about growing up in a small town, navigating complicated family dynamics, and how early life experiences can impact confidence, identity, and personal growth. This conversation blends humor, honesty, and real-life perspective—covering everything...

In this powerful episode of Tammy’s Boy Podcast , host Jon Carden sits down with comedian and show producer Jemischa Albo for a deeply honest and often hilarious conversation about identity, adoption, and navigating complicated family dynamics. From growing up in foster care to being adopted into a new family, Jemischa shares her story with raw honesty, humor, and perspective. This episode explore...

Welcome back to Tammy’s Boy Podcast , where we talk about the people who raised us—the good, the complicated, and everything in between. In this episode, we sit down with comedian Andrew Tarr to explore what it was like growing up in a family with generational wealth—and what happens when that reality changes. Andrew shares how his family’s financial situation evolved over time, how the 2008 finan...

What would it be like to grow up living above a funeral home ? In this episode of Tammy’s Boy Podcast , comedian and storyteller Clementine joins host Jon Carden to share one of the most unusual childhood stories you’ll hear. Clementine grew up inside his family’s funeral business in Pennsylvania, where daily life meant living above the funeral home, meeting members of the community during importa...

How much does your childhood shape the person you become? In this episode of Tammy’s Boy Podcast , Jon Carden sits down with comedian Genivieve Clinton to talk about growing up in Detroit, being raised by a wide network of family members, and how those experiences influenced her perspective on life, spirituality, creativity, and comedy. Genivieve shares stories about her upbringing in church commu...

What is it like to grow up in one country—and suddenly have your entire life change overnight? In this episode of Tammy’s Boy Podcast, Jon Carden sits down with comedian Dulce Mac to talk about growing up in Venezuela, moving to Houston as a teenager, and navigating identity, family, and personal growth across cultures. Dulce shares stories about her childhood, the strong influence of her grandpar...

What happens when you grow up raised by a single parent while navigating identity, discipline, and independence? In this episode of Tammy’s Boy Podcast, Jon Carden sits down with comedian Darius Bennett to talk about growing up in Detroit, being raised primarily by his mother, and learning how family dynamics shape confidence, humor, and personal growth. Darius shares stories about growing up with...

In this episode of Tammy’s Boy, host Jon Carden sits down with Charlie Huurman, a globally recognized tattoo artist based in Austin, Texas, to talk about art, discipline, parenting, and the long road to mastery. Charlie shares stories from growing up in Europe, being raised by creative parents, traveling the world to learn from top artists, and why obsession, patience, and consistency matter more...

In this episode of Tammy’s Boy Podcast, Jon Carden sits down with comedian Andre Ricks for a thoughtful, funny, and deeply reflective conversation about parenting styles, independence, responsibility, and self-discipline. Andre shares stories from growing up in a military family, navigating divorce, learning accountability early, and how structure—or the lack of it—can impact confidence, work ethi...

What happens when you grow up without one steady home — but learn responsibility, resilience, and work ethic along the way? In this episode of Tammy’s Boy Podcast, host Jon Carden sits down with comedian Dean Stanfield for a hilarious, honest, and surprisingly thoughtful conversation about childhood, discipline, and the adults who shape us — intentionally or not. Dean shares stories from growing u...

This week Jon Carden sits down with Austin-based artist Chris Rogers (Kill Tony, Comedy Mothership, YMH) for a powerful conversation about parenting, creativity, discipline, recovery, and self-belief. Chris opens up about being raised by a single parent who led with optimism, accountability, and love—and how that foundation shaped his confidence, work ethic, and artistic journey. From competitive...

Liz Splatt opens up about her childhood, her relationship with her parents, and how growing up in a structured but intense household shaped her personality, discipline, and creative voice. The conversation explores how early family dynamics influence adulthood, relationships, self-trust, and the way we navigate independence. If you laughed, cried, or felt seen — hit ❤️ LIKE and SUBSCRIBE. It reall...

In this episode of Tammy’s Boy Podcast, host Jon Carden sits down with rising comedian JJ Curry for an honest, funny, and thoughtful conversation about upbringing, perseverance, and finding purpose through life’s challenges. JJ shares stories about growing up with responsibility at an early age, learning resilience through family experiences, and how those moments shaped his outlook on work, relat...