The Ari Shield Show

Can't get rid of deez guys

Come for the pie stay for the shepherd

Deez guys are comics broh

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Paulina Breeze (@paulina_breeze) an NYC-based stand up comic. She came by to talk about the birthmark on her toe, nightmare dates with theater boys, and her inability to stop consuming dairy.

Declan Brooks (@declanlovesmeatballs) is a real, raw-doggin road comic who performs at comedy clubs all over the East Coast. Check out his podcast 555letmecallyouback, available on all streaming platforms. Sammy Kaufman is an NYC based stand up comic. Check out his upcoming show, "Write That Down," at Sincerely Ophelias on March 6th at 8 PM. 

Jared Cruz (@jaccruzzi) is an improviser who performs regularly at The People's Improv Theater. He can be seen performing with his improv troupe Clean Freaks on February 18th at 8 PM in the PIT Loft. He came by to talk about growing up short, his fear of merry go rounds, the best college in the world, SUNY Binghamton.

Zach Adler (@zachadler) is a podcaster and public menace. He came by to talk about right wing pundits, having earrings, and Jew stuff.

Benzion Sanders is a former IDF soldier and activist who has been featured in The New York Times, CNN, and Sky News. He is currently the Jerusalem Director for Extend Programs, an organization that provides education on the human rights realities in Gaza and the West Bank. Benzi is an expert who has had first-hand experience with these issues. This is not one of those episodes where I have a coupl...

Ethan Mead (@ethanmeadforever) is a stand up comic and social media influencer. He hosts a monthly stand up show called "Sophomore Slump" at Room 52.  We talked about naughty words, dropping out of college, and "who is king jew?"

Obi O'Brien (@sayhiobi) is a writer and performer living in New York City. She and I are co-producing "Googily Eyes Comedy" coming up December 20th at Houghton Hall. She regularly performs at the PIT with the Bjjorks, Your Awkward Crush, and Fleurs Du Mal.  We talked about gossip, Hollywood conspiracy theories, and why my friends dump me after getting married.

Kevin Sanchez (@kevinsanchezvalid) is a stand up comic and podcaster who's about to go on tour to Indonesia. Check out “Doped Up Podcast” on all streaming platforms.  We talked about having old parents, his time in the army, and our outdated misogynistic world views.

Bobby Sheehan (@bobbysheehanlol) is a stand up comedian and podcaster. Check out "The Before Hours Podcast" on all streaming platforms. We talked about brain damage, his friend's dad's playboy collection, and getting bit by a child. Bobby's website - bobbysheehanlol.com

Joe Camerota (@joe_camerota) is a stand up comedian, podcaster and filmmaker. We talked about the history of the catholic church, his addiction to reading The Economist, and the zombie movie he made over the summer. Joe's stuff - linktr.ee/JoeCamerota

Buda (@budabugginout) is a stand up comedian. We talked about his past as a fake thug, getting tattooed in Chinese, and the wonders of Staten Island. "Buda on The Block" YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDW2nngUThcAf_-tARGOlgf32zOjmBIwq

Adiel Kay (@adielzkay) is a stand up comic, filmmaker, and podcaster. We talked about New Yorkers being aggressive, ancestry, and stand up comics being dead inside. Adiel's Stuff: "Two The Streets" Podcast - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLU6isWG-jdraiZP7foRCsdGsfmBCLBdx6&si=CrgVSPrJTRYeAI5O "Get The Comic" Short Film - https://vimeo.com/768755496 "Do It"...

Ross Belsky (@error404boy_) is a stand up comedian, playwright, guitar player, graphic designer, dog owner, and troubled soul. His play “Sopranos and Snakes on a Plane on Ice the Half Improv Musical” will have its next show date on Saturday, December 9th, at the PIT.  He demanded I let him edit the audio of this episode and he cut out over half of it. He doesn’t want you to know that he showed up...

Zoe Levy (@zoelevycomedian) is a stand up comedian who performs regularly at New York Comedy Club. She came by to talk about the complexities of being a female comic, and the interconnectedness of female oppression and animal exploitation.

Declan Brooks (@declanlovesmeatballs) is a stand up comic who performs all over the country. He came by to talk about his love for Jewish people, the Philly region accent, and white kids rapping. You can check out his podcast, "Let Me Call You Back" on all streaming platforms.

Jacob Williams (@mrjacobwilliams) is a stand up comic and improviser who has appeared on 12 seasons of MTV's Wild 'n Out. He came by to talk about life as an only child, weird interactions with fans, and stories from the Road.

Philip Gadala (@theusgovernment.69) is a stand up comic. He came over to talk about about his love for high profile playboys, Howard Stern, and comedy *drama.*

Oppenheimer, anti semitism, and "what is a douchebag?"

Sammy Kaufman (@sammycheesekaufman) is a stand up guy. He came over to make some BOLD claims about Palestine and discuss his growing cocaine problem.

Slim (@slimonstage) is a stand up comedian and "entertainer." He came by to talk about florida wildlife, aliens, and life with a big dick. He hosts the open mic at Teddy's F&B in East Harlem every Tuesday night at 8.