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What happens when a comedy fan with zero stage time accidentally becomes a trusted curator in stand-up?

Meet Josiah Burke — the low-key force behind Comedian Discovery and Comedian Discovery Live, two platforms that are quietly (but steadily) reshaping how comedy fans find their next favorite act. What started as a personal obsession with stand-up specials turned into something way bigger: a genuinely useful space where Netflix drops and DIY YouTube debuts are treated with the same care and attention.

Josiah somehow built what comics now call the “release radar” — a go-to schedule that helps comedians coordinate their releases and gives fans one central spot to stay in the loop. But here’s the twist: instead of turning it into a monetized circus or chasing clout, he’s focused on community. Think: less influencer energy, more “friend who sends you the good stuff before it goes viral.”

From designing promo graphics to producing indie shows in the Nashville suburbs, Josiah’s approach is refreshingly behind-the-scenes. Because he’s not a performer, he’s able to create space for others — building eclectic lineups, supporting comics at every level, and asking real questions about why even seasoned pros sometimes hesitate to promote their own work.

If you’re a fan of comedy, creativity, or just the idea of supporting artists in a way that actually matters, this episode is a thoughtful, unfiltered look at what it means to build something with purpose — without chasing followers or selling out.

Subscribe now and join this exploration of what it means to live a happy life in an increasingly complicated world.

Recommendations:

• Right Now with John Goblikon
• Anecdote Planner

Guest: Josiah Bourke aka Comedian Discovery

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• Comedian Discovery
• Comedian Discovery Live
• Comedian Discovery Graphics
• Comedian Discovery Website

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We Finally Made It to Scotland – After 3 Years, a Pandemic, and a Traumatic Brain Injury?!

After three years of delays (thanks, global chaos and a traumatic brain injury), my mom, Heidi, and I finally ticked off our bucket list dream: a mother-daughter trip to Scotland! And wow — it was so much more than bagpipes and shortbread.

In this episode, we’re spilling all the details of our epic journey: from getting lost in Edinburgh’s Fringe Festival madness, to conquering the misty highlands of Fort William (and the many stairs that tried to stop us). We laugh through the challenges, share emotional wins, and somehow survive accommodations that seemed to be in a constant competition for "Most Stairs, Least Elevator."

**Yes, we hiked Ben Nevis.
** Yes, we met a blind man climbing it with a walking stick and a dream.
** Yes, the dogs are all off-leash, and somehow more polite than most humans.

We also break down:
1. Our favorite places (and some overrated ones)
2. Travel tips for anyone with mobility issues or chronic conditions
3. What shocked us about Scottish culture (spoiler: tipping is weird)
4. And why this trip turned out to be not just physically demanding, but emotionally healing too.

Whether you're planning your own trip to Scotland or just want to live vicariously through ours, tune in for quirky travel stories, honest reflections, and a side of humor with your Highland adventures. Subscribe now and join this exploration of what it means to live a happy life in an increasingly complicated world.

Host: Nicole Swisher

Guest: Heidi Swisher

Recommendations:

• FitOn App
• The Thursday Murder Club movie

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Stubbornness, talent, and occasionally rapping all 14 minutes of "Rapper's Delight" are just a few traits that helped Brinn Daniels in her cinematography career. On this episode Brinn and Nicole chat about:

• Internships at Comedy Central, The Daily Show, and Saturday Night Live.
• How saying "no" to seemingly perfect opportunities can lead to something even better.
• The challenges of being a woman in the film industry.
• Creating commercials for the lowest common denominator.
• Conspiracy theories and interdimensional beings.
• Advice for aspiring filmmakers.
• Standup comedy opportunities.

Join us to learn how creativity, persistence, and authenticity can forge unexpected paths to success. Subscribe now and join this exploration of what it means to live a happy life in an increasingly complicated world.

Host: Nicole Swisher

Guest: Brinn Daniels

Recommendations:

• The Why Files YouTube Channel
• Zero to Travel Podcast - April 22 Episode

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