The Class Clown Podcast With Chino Liao

Chino is back and welcomes budding new comic, Elwynn Mark Yagaya. Elwynn talks about how he got started in comedy, his unique approach to comedy, why he refuses to go dark, and how he's started to add more personal touches to his material. He also talks about being a multiple-time finalist in the open mic competition and being a full-fledged nerd. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in...

Chino talks to long time friend and stand up batchmate, and one of the newest comics in Minnesota Jethro Trogo. Jethro gives Chino a background of the Minnesota comedy scene and tells Chino about the adjustments he's made to his stand up, how he fits in the local scene and how he's started producing his own showcases. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chino welcomes one of Comedy Manila's features as well as one of the hosts of Galingan Mo Naman and Riff Tide, River Cruz. River tells Chino how he got his start in comedy, who his comedy inspirations are, and how he views his Christian faith through comedy. He also talks about breaking free of the conyo mold and how comedy has changed his perception of what it means to be a Christian. Hosted on A...

Chino is joined by one of Comedy Manila's newest comedians, Patrick Bobis. Patrick talks about how he discovered comedy, what made him want to try stand up, and the things he wants to achieve as a comedian. He also talks about his first impressions of stand up, writing fat jokes, and how he helped shape the look of two new comedy venues in Manila. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in...

Chino takes you on a trip to one of the cities he never expected to have stand up comedy in, Almaty, Kazakhstan. He talks with one of Almaty's top English comedians Dosmukhamed of Good Night Comedy and asks about the local comedy scene, how it began, what Kazak perception of comedy is, how their shows are run, and where he wants to see the comedy go. He also asks how Borat has affected Kazak comed...

Chino welcomes Ansis Sy on this week's episode. They talk about their start in improv, the challenges of juggling both stand up and improv, and how the two artforms affect one another. Ansis also talks about being the new face of the Filipino Chinese community, what representation means to him, and how being both gay and Chinoy help shape his comedic voice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...

Chino welcomes Joseph Montecillo on the pod to talk about his start in comedy, how he found his unique voice, the struggles he has with writing, and how he applies his unique point of view to everyday life. They also talk about their individual stand-up experiences as well as a little bit of wrestling. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chino is back from his self-imposed break with a brand new guest! ChanChan Consing joins Chino to talk about his work as a mechanical engineer for nuclear power plants. He talks about how he started there, how he ended up in comedy, and how he balances his work and stand up lives. He also talks about being a comedy writer and one of the brains behind Pencil Box Studios. Hosted on Acast. See acast....

Professional cosplaying tour guide Alex Avila joins Chino on this week's episode. He tells Chino about his background in education, where he got his love of history, how he got started as a tour guide, and where he got the idea to combine his two loves of cosplaying and walking tours. He also tells Chino about his his new journey as a stand-up comedian and how the two worlds compliment each other....

Jason Gomez joins Chino to talk about his own, unique style of comedy. He talks about how he got inspire to do comedy, where he gets his ideas from, and wanting to branch out into more conventional styles. He also talks about growing up as part of a patis empire and the many learnings stand up has taught him along the way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chino is joined this week by the three founders of Bitches in Stiches MNL: Fran Ayala-Rock, Veronica Litton, and Ina Sebastian. They talk about founding the group in the Philippines, finding their audiences, and creating safe spaces for women. They also talk about their individual experiences in comedy, how they got their start, and why Bitches in Stiches MNL isn't here to overturn the status quo....

Future lawyer and current stand up comedian Vin Buenaagua joins Chino this week to talk about his life as a law student, an employee for the House of Representatives, and a stand up comedian. He talks about why he decided to be a lawyer, comedian and speechwriter for the Congress, how these worlds intersect and how each of his jobs affects his point of view as a comedian and vice versa. He also ta...

One of Comedy Manila's rising stars, Steven Sagad, joins Chino this week to share his unique story. Steven tells Chino about growing up and living with Marfan Syndrome, how its shaped his everyday life and comedic point of view. Steven also tells us about his comedy goals as he makes his comeback to the scene. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Writer, entrepreneur, and lead linya-ologist Ali Sangalang joins Chino on this week's episode. He talks about his early days as an open micer, what led him to the stage, and what led him away from it. He also talks about Linya-Linya and it's early days, it's current direction, it's morals, and how they are able to stay relevantly funny. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Chino learns about dark humor from the only person he is qualified to listen to: Gold Dagal. Gold talks about how he got his start in comedy, what drew him to dark jokes, and the balance he strikes between offensive and funny. He also talks about producing other shows like roast battles and Kill Teddy, how to deal with haters, and where he draws the line in terms of material (spoiler al...

Comedy Manila feature and TikTok sensation Ron Dulatre joins Chino to talk about the wonderful world of social media, comedy, and everything in between. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Comedy Manila headliner and host of the KoolPals and The Overlap James Caraan joins Chino in the season closer. James talks about finding the balance between passion and earning, the importance of building communities, and why podcasting has had such a big effect on the local stand-up comedy scene. He also talks to Chino about dealing with haters, handling negativity, and receiving free food. Host...

Comedian, mother, and weaving-proponent Jeannie Laccay joins Chino on the podcast to talk about her latest career as a weaver. She talks about how she discovered traditional Isinay weaving, what brought about her curiosity, and how she works with traditional weavers from her home province of Nueva Vizcaya. She also talks about the challenges of bringing weaving to the forefront, the misconceptions...

Chino revisits one his favorite cities to perform in and takes a look at the history of stand up comedy in Ho Chi Minh/Saigon Vietnam with two of its most active producers/performers, JK Hobson and Ankita Ghosh. They talk about how they got started in comedy, how they found themselves in Saigon, how comedy found its way to the city and the early days of comedy. They also talk about how English sta...

Comic book writer and comedian Josel Nicolas talks to Chino about how he fell back into wrestling, who introduced him to it, and why it reminds him of his late father. He also talks about dealing with loss, talking about tragedy in comedy, and how comedy allows him to deal with these things. TRIGGER WARNING : This episode deals with mental health and loss of parents. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...

This week, Chino welcomes chef and entrepreneur Nathan Mounayer! Nathan, an avid foodie, talks about how he got his start in the hospitality industry, where he draws his inspiration from, and how he wants to bring Middle Eastern cuisine to the forefront. He also talks about tackling stereotypes in Middle Eastern cuisine, the success of his restaurant Meshwe, and how they've used this success to su...

Real-life architects and stand up comedians Richard Tan and Juan Paolo join Chino this week to build a foundation of comedy. They talk about how they fell into this field, the many challenges they face, and the different disciplines involved. They also talk about how their world coincides with comedy and how their styles have influenced both their stand up architecture. Hosted on Acast. See acast....

Former brand manager and current podcaster, mother, and stand-up comedienne Diana Aaron Ong joins Chino this week. Chino talks to Di about her past life in the corporate world, how she transitioned into their family business, and how she pivoted into comedy. She also talks about marketing herself as a comedian, how those two worlds intersect, and how comedy has changed her perspectives. Hosted on...

Budding stand up comedian and full time leatherworker Migo Morales joins Chino on the podcast. Migo talks to Chino about how he entered the soft goods market, what inspired him to change careers, and what he does with his new company, Soul Flower Co. He also talks about his experience with stand up and how his two worlds coexist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Long time comedy fan and open micer Marco Gutang joins Chino this week. He talks about his signature laugh, how he's developed it, and what his family thinks of his boisterous laughter. He also talks about his career as a peace educator, his diverse background, and how he uses these as material for stand-up comedy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.