🎤 Join us as we explore the vibrant history of stand-up comedy and its transformative journey onto the big and small screens. From early comedic performances captured in classic films to innovative modern series, this podcast delves into how stand-up has shaped and been shaped by the world of cinema and television.

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🎬 We'll examine groundbreaking works like the FX series Louie, a bold blend of stand-up, cinematic storytelling, and surrealism that pushed the boundaries of traditional comedy. Through insightful discussions and guest experts, discover how comedians have used film and TV as platforms to craft their voices, challenge norms, and redefine the art of comedy itself.

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😂 Whether you're a stand-up aficionado or a film lover, this series uncovers the enduring influence of stand-up comedy in shaping comedic storytelling on screen.

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Join host Stephen Michael James 🎙️ live at The Porch Light in Tacoma, WA, during Porchfest 2026 for a hilarious episode 77 of the Comedy Simp Podcast!

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Stephen welcomes fantastic guests: comedian and “Peppers & Punchlines” producer Robert Pinner 🤠, recording before his show, rising Tacoma Comedy Club star Logan Cantrell 🎤, and local comic Aaron Reiten.

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The crew dives into all kinds of hilarious topics—from fantasy basketball 🏀 and Martin Skereli to Logan’s experience opening for comics like Roger Lizaola. Stephen shares how he developed his unique fashion sense 👔, and the conversation is packed with laughs! Phil K joins in, sharing his thoughts about Emerald City Comedy Club, other Seattle comedy spots, Robert’s Texas roots 🤠, cowboy boots, and more.

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Later, they discuss local gigs 🎤, roasts 🔥, shoutouts to BLIND comic Shawn Berg 👀, working with Anthony Jeselnik, Norm Macdonald, Shane Gillis, impressions (Katt Williams 🐯), Randy Travis using AI 🤖, women selling breast milk on Facebook Marketplace 🍼, and much more. Stephen also shares his recent stool sample test 💩 and the latest comedy news 📰.

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This episode is packed with shop talk, jokes, and good vibes all around!

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Is the polished, hour-long comedy special losing its crown to the raw, unscripted chaos of the podcast studio? In this video, we explore the shift from traditional stand-up to the high-stakes "reality TV" world of comedy podcasting. We dive deep into the viral lore that has captivated the community, specifically the long-standing and often volatile history between Ari Shaffir and Bobby Lee.

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In this video, we break down:The Ari Shaffir vs. Bobby Lee Physical Feud: We examine the specific, notorious incident where Ari Shaffir allegedly attacked Bobby Lee, an event that has become a defining piece of LA comedy history.

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The "Natasha Leggero Incident": A look back at the complicated history and the recurring tensions that fueled the fire between these two comedy giants.

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The Tijuana Trip: We revisit the infamous trip Ari and Bobby took to Tijuana, analyzing how these personal adventures fuel the narratives that fans now find more compelling than scripted jokes.

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TigerBelly and the Power of Lore: How podcasts like TigerBelly and Bad Friends have turned personal beefs into serialized drama, such as the massive Brendan Schaub saga involving the "Truck Walk" and "300 pages" of evidence.

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The Chaotic LA Comedy Scene vs. The Rogansphere: We discuss the internal politics of the industry, from the "NYC vs. LA" beef to the rising tensions surrounding Joe Rogan's Comedy Mothership in Austin.

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Why Drama Wins: Why do audiences prefer the unvetted, messy reality of a podcast over a traditional special? We analyze how these "spectacles" have redefined what it means to be a fan of comedy today.

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Are podcasts the new frontier of entertainment, or is the drama overshadowing the art of stand-up? Let us know your thoughts in the comments!

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Subscribe to stay in the comedy loop!

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