We're back from a week at sea on the Eric Andre/Impractical Jokers cruise. We recap that and talk about a bunch of other things on our minds. LINKSFelipe - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG)Rodrigo - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG)Martin Rizo - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Musician/songwriter Andy Frasco is our guest this week on What's Up Fool? Podcast! I met Andy last year on Bert Kreischer's Fully Loaded Cruise and I immediately connected with him. He's had a very long history of performing all over the world and is now doing his own podcast on the road called "Andy Frasco's World Saving Podcast". Go check it out and see a show whenever he's in your town! ________________ LINKS (Instagram) Andy Frasco - @ AndyFrasco Felipe Esparza - @ FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres - @ RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo - @ ComicMartinRizo Get Tickets to laugh with Felipe @ http://FelipesWorld.com 

Comedian Kyle Kinane joins What's Up Fool? Podcast for the first time. Go check out his new special, "Dirt Nap", starting March 4th - 800poundgorillamedia.com.________________ SPONSOR: DRAFTKINGS - Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app NOW and use code FOOL. New customers can bet just FIVE BUCKS to get TWO HUNDRED INSTANTLY IN BONUS BETS. Only on DraftKings Sportsbook with code FOOL. The crown is yours. Draftkings.com for details. ***Gambling problem? Call one eight hundred gambler or visit www.1800gambler.net. In New York, call 8-7-7-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling call 888-789-7777, or visit CCPG.org. ________________ LINKS (Instagram) Kyle Kinane - @ KyleKinane Felipe Esparza - @ FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres - @ RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo - @ ComicMartinRizo Get Tickets to laugh with Felipe @ http://FelipesWorld.com

Our friend, comedian George Perez returns to hang out with us. But before we bring in George , we chit chat about current events. Go buy George's new comedy vinyl sketch album at his meet & greet Jan 20th! ________________ SPONSORS: DRAFTKINGS SPORTSBOOK - Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app NOW and use code FOOL. New customers can bet just $5 to get 200 INSTANTLY IN BONUS BETS. Only on DraftKings Sportsbook with code FOOL. The crown is yours. BABBEL - Limited time deal for our listeners: Right now get 55% off your Babbel subscription - at Babbel.com/FELIPE. Get 55% off at Babbel.com/FELIPE. Rules and restrictions may apply ________________ LINKS (Instagram) George Perez - @ GeorgePComedy Felipe Esparza - @ FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres - @ RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo - @ ComicMartinRizo Get Tickets to laugh with Felipe @ http://FelipesWorld.com

First episode of 2024! Lesa joins in this week and we talk about our Europe trip and everything else that happened over the holiday break. LINKS (Instagram) Felipe Esparza - @ FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres - @ RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo - @ ComicMartinRizo Get Tickets to laugh with Felipe @ http://FelipesWorld.com 

Comedian Craig Conant joins us for our LAST episode of 2023! We talk about how he got started in comedy, his irresponsible years where he lost his focus and what changes he made in his life to get back on track - and starting to blow up and tour regularly. I'm going out of the country for a couple weeks and we'll be back in January 2024! If you're near Rotterdam, come see me December 23rd at Comedy Club Haug! LINKS (Instagram) Craig Conant - @ CraigPConant Felipe Esparza - @ FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres - @ RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo - @ ComicMartinRizo

Jen has had quite a life and she's here to chat with us and tell us about it. She's from my neighborhood (Boyle Heights) and we know a lot of the same people. She's had a checkered past but she's a natural born hustler and will find the right opportunity soon. Follow her on social media. LINKS (Instagram) Jen La Loca - @ Jencefalu4 Felipe Esparza - @ FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres - @ RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo - @ ComicMartinRizo Get Tickets to laugh with Felipe @ http://FelipesWorld.com

Comedian Vic Vasquez joins us this week and talks about his experience growing up in L.A. (and around a few other people we know personally), his work for Universal Studios and how he's been in comedy longer than any of his marriages. LINKS (Instagram) Vic Vasquez - @ ComicVic Felipe Esparza - @ FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres - @ RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo - @ ComicMartinRizo Get Tickets to laugh with Felipe @ http://FelipesWorld.com

We had some Salvi comedians on this week - Jose Velasquez (better known as Hoozay) and Nelson Echeverria who talk about comedy, Thanksgiving food and everything else. LINKS (Instagram) Jose Velasquez - @ Hoozay Nelson Echeverria - @ NelsitoEcheverria Felipe Esparza - @ FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres - @ RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo - @ ComicMartinRizo Get Tickets to laugh with Felipe @ http://FelipesWorld.com

Catching up this week so we didn't book a guest, but we did bring Saul Trujillo to sit in with us. LINKS (Instagram) Saul Trujillo - @ SaulComedy Felipe Esparza - @ FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres - @ RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo - @ ComicMartinRizo Get Tickets to laugh with Felipe @ http://FelipesWorld.com

Comedian Jon "Polar Bear" Gonzalez has been blowing up out of Texas for the past couple years. We caught up with him when he was in L.A. for his Ontario Improv shows. LINKS (Instagram) Jon Gonzalez - @ ThePolarBearComedy Felipe Esparza - @ FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres - @ RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo - @ ComicMartinRizo Get Tickets to laugh with Felipe @ http://FelipesWorld.com About Felipe Felipe Esparza is a comedian and actor, known for his stand-up specials, “They’re Not Gonna Laugh at You”, “Translate This”, and his latest dual-release on Netflix, “Bad Decisions/Malas Decisiones” (2 different performances in two languages), his recurring appearances on Netflix’s “Gentefied”, NBC’s “Superstore” and Adultswim’s “The Eric Andre Show”, as well as winning “Last Comic Standing” (2010), and his popular podcast called “What’s Up Fool?”. Felipe continues to sell out live stand-up shows in comedy clubs and theaters around the country.

Comedian Ralph Barbosa returns to What's Up Fool? Podcast to talk about everything that's happened since his last appearance as well as his brand new Netflix special called "Cowabunga" - out right now on Netflix. Go watch it!! LINKS (Instagram) Ralph Barbosa - @ RalphBarbosa03 Felipe Esparza - @ FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres - @ RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo - @ ComicMartinRizo Get Tickets to laugh with Felipe @ http://FelipesWorld.com

Comedian and actor Beth Stelling joins us in studio this week to talk about her new special, "If You Didn't Want Me Then" - brand new on Netflix right now... Go watch it and follow her! LINKS (Instagram) Beth Stelling - @ BethStelling Felipe Esparza - @ FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres - @ RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo - @ ComicMartinRizo Get Tickets to laugh with Felipe @ http://FelipesWorld.com 

We had Doggface on back in 2020 right after he blew up with his Ocean Spray tik tok video. Buuutttt... it was when we were doing the show on Zoom during covid, so it didn't really count. He was in L.A. this week so we had him on in person finally. Great guy, laid back and just enjoying everything that has happened over the last couple of years. LINKS (Instagram) Doggface - @ Doggface208 Felipe Esparza - @ FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres - @ RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo - @ ComicMartinRizo 

One of my new favorite musicians AND a big fan of comedy - Houston's own Bo Bundy is in studio this week! He's a fan of the show and a fan of stand up in general. Watch out for this guy, he's going to blow up! Even though he's young, he's got a lot of opinions and a great sense of humor. Had a lot of fun talking with him and can't wait to hang out again. --------------------------------WATCH the full episode: Youtube.com/FelipeEsparzaLISTEN to the audio only version: Spotify & other streaming platforms and all podcast apps. -------------------------------LINKSBo Bundy - @ BoBundyyFelipe Esparza - @ FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres - @ RodrigoTorresJrMartinRizo - @ ComicMartinRizoGet Tickets to laugh with Felipe @ http://FelipesWorld.com

No guest this week. Saul sits in again. Go see him at The Comedy Store 10/12 doing his hour set to showcase for an hour special! Show some support! 10/12 at 10:30pm. Get tickets at https://www.showclix.com/event/saul-october12th LINKS Saul Trujillo - @ SaulComedy Felipe Esparza - @ FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres - @ RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo - @ ComicMartinRizo 

Comedian Jack Jr in the What's Up Fool? Studio this week! This Armenian-Mexican Pauly Shore got his start as the son of comedy club owners Jack & Tere (owners of the Haha Comedy Club in North Hollywood). For 35 years they've held on as a family business and the starting place of many famous comedians. Jack Jr has seen them ALL and they all shaped his view of comedy. He didn't even want to be a comedian, but it eventually pulled him in. Watch, listen, complain if you want, but I know we had a good time doing the episode! LINKSJack Jr - @ JackJrComic (IG)Felipe - @ FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG)Rodrigo - @ RodrigoTorresJr (IG)Martin - @ ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Rapper and actor, Conejo, join the podcast this week. Go check out his new album "The Reset", available on all streaming platforms and wherever you get your music.SPONSORED BY: Draft Kings Sportsbook - Download it NOW and use code FOOL to sign up! New customers can take home TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS IN BONUS BETS INSTANTLY just for betting five bucks! • Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler or visit www dot 1 800 gambler dot net. In New York, call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling call 888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org. Please play responsibly. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). 21 + age varies by jurisdiction. Void in ONT. • See sportsbook dot draftkings.com/football terms for eligibility, terms and responsible gaming resources. Bonus bets expire seven days after issuance. Eligibility and deposit restrictions apply. LINKS Conejo - @ Conejo.Rapper Felipe Esparza - @ FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres - @ RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo - @ ComicMartinRizo

Just us talking about things from the last few weeks on the road. We invited comedian Saul Trujillo in too since he did a few dates with us this month. SPONSORED BY: Draft Kings Sportsbook - Download it NOW and use code FOOL to sign up! New customers can take home TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS IN BONUS BETS INSTANTLY just for betting five bucks! AND GreenChef - Go to GreenChef dot com/FOOL50 and use code FOOL50 to get 50% off plus free shipping. GreenChef, The #1 Meal Kit for Eating Well LINKS Saul Trujillo - @ SaulComedy Felipe Esparza - @ FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres - @ RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo - @ ComicMartinRizo Get Tickets to laugh with Felipe @ http://FelipesWorld.com 

Comedian David Nihill joins us all the way from Ireland! Actually, he's been here in the states for a while but has pretty much done comedy all over the world. Funny guy - go watch his new special on Youtube called "Cultural Appreciation" available for free! LINKS David Nihill - @ DavidNihill Felipe Esparza - @ FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres - @ RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo - @ ComicMartinRizo

Comedian and actress Leslie Jones is one of the funniest people I know and I'm super proud that everything she has worked so hard for FINALLY paying off! She dropped by even in 110 degree temperatures just to hang out with us. OH and she has a brand new book out Sept 19th called "Leslie F*cking Jones". Go buy it or download the audio version (she reads it herself which just makes it funnier)! Tell her you heard her on our show! LINKS Leslie Jones - @ LesDogggg Felipe Esparza - @ FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres - @ RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo - @ ComicMartinRizo

My old friend and comedian Edwin San Juan joins us in-studio this week and he brought along our other friend (and fan favorite) George Perez so we could all dredge up embarrassing stories about each other... Enjoy! LINKS Edwin San Juan - @ EdwinSanJuan George Perez - @ GeorgePComedy Felipe Esparza - @ FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres - @ RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo - @ ComicMartinRizo Get Tickets to laugh with Felipe @ http://FelipesWorld.com About Felipe Felipe Esparza is a comedian and actor, known for his stand-up specials, “They’re Not Gonna Laugh at You”, “Translate This”, and his latest dual-release on Netflix, “Bad Decisions/Malas Decisiones” (2 different performances in two languages), his recurring appearances on Netflix’s “Gentefied”, NBC’s “Superstore” and Adultswim’s “The Eric Andre Show”, as well as winning “Last Comic Standing” (2010), and his popular podcast called “What’s Up Fool?”. Felipe continues to sell out live stand-up shows in comedy clubs and theaters around the country.

These guys make such beautiful music! They're blowing up fast! Joey Quinones joins us with a pared down version of Thee Sinseers doing a mostly acoustic set at the end of the show. Go follow them and check out a live show near you. Enjoy!! LINKS Joey Quinones - @ JoeyQuinonesOfficial Thee Sinseers - @ TheeSinseers Felipe Esparza - @ FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres - @ RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo - @ ComicMartinRizo 

Comedian, actor, professional partier... Bert Kreischer is in studio with us this week! Because of SAG and WGA rules, we can't talk about his movie The Machine, but we talked about just about everything else...  LINKS Bert Kreischer - @ Bert Kreischer Felipe Esparza - @ FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres - @ RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo - @ ComicMartinRizo

Rodrigo and I went to Montreal for the Just For Laughs Comedy Festival this past week and we did a live podcast as part of the fest. We decided to include 2 guests who were doing the festival for their first time - comedian Saul Trujillo who was on an earlier WUF episode and Leo Gonzalez who is an up-and-coming content creator/influencer who does comedy sketches on social media. Felipe talks about the times that he has performed at the festival over the years and the mistakes he made along the way. [sorry, no video of this episode - festival was only recording audio podcasts] LINKSSaul Trujillo - @ SaulComedy (IG) Leo Gonzalez - @ LeoGonzall (IG) Felipe - @ FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo - @ RodrigoTorresJr (IG)

This week's guest has been an actor for over 40 years and has been part of some pretty big movies. He's one of thousands who are part of SAG AFTRA but who aren't in that 1% crowd making all the money in Hollywood. He's part of the majority of SAG members who hustle hard to make ends meet but aren't the ones you see in the tabloids. LINKS Art Bonilla - @ ArtBonilla10 (IG)Felipe Esparza - @ FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG)Rodrigo Torres - @ RodrigoTorresJr (IG)Martin Rizo - @ ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Comedian Edgar Rivera sits in on the podcast this week and talks about his comedy career so far, starting in NY, living in L.A. now and filming a new special - all while hitting a lot of cruise ships along the way. LINKS Edgar Rivera - @EdgarRiveraComedy Felipe Esparza - @ FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres - @ RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo - @ ComicMartinRizo Get Tickets to laugh with Felipe @ http://FelipesWorld.com 

No guest this week. Just us talking about our long weekend and Felipe's time spent hanging out with Lesa's  family in Ohio. LINKSFelipe Esparza - @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres - @RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo - @ComicMartinRizo

We have Jennifer Lee Pryor on this week talking about her late husband - the g.o.a.t. Richard Pryor. She's reissuing several vinyl versions of his standup specials over the years, a variety of shirts and other merch (check out RichardPryor.com) and they're pushing the new youtube page (@OfficialRichardPryor). Go check it all out and watch a Richard Pryor movie tonight! LINKS Jennifer/Richard's official page - @ RichardPryor (IG) Felipe - @ FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo - @ RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin - @ ComicMartinRizo (IG) Get Tickets to laugh with Felipe @ http://FelipesWorld.com

We've got musician Dante Elephante (Ruben) talking about his career, touring, etc., AND doing a performance at the end of the show. Watch him do a solo set here and check him out with his full band at a live show near you! LINKS Ruben - @ DanteElephante (IG) Felipe - @ FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo - @ RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin - @ ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Hoya Roc from the band Madball joins us this week. He's a big fan of the podcast and we had a great time talking with him. We'll definitely have him on more often in the future! LINKSHoya Roc - @ HoyaRoc357Felipe - @ FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo - @ RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin - @ ComicMartinRizo (IG)

We're taking a break from guests this week! Guest-free episodes are fun. LINKS Felipe - @ FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo - @ RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin - @ ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Comedian - and one of the first comedy podcasters - Ryan Sickler sits in this week to talk about his new special that came out on youtube last month ("Lefty's Son" - see link below) and his very popular "Honey Dew" podcast. Very funny guy who's so easy to talk to. Can't wait to have him back! LINKS Ryan - @ RyanSickler (IG) - his special: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AXGHgyr2MNA&t=22sFelipe - @ FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo - @ RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin - @ ComicMartinRizo (IG) 

We've got comedian Martin Amini on the show this week! A friend of mine hailing from the DC area, this guy really is self made, he's been working hard promoting and starting his own rooms for a while now. Through sharing his stand-up clips on TikTok and IG, he has started to gain an international fan base and the recognition he has worked so hard for all these years. Check him out at a show near you! Get tickets to his special this November at Lincoln Theater in D.C.! LINKS Martin Amini - @ martinamini (IG/tiktok) website: martinamini.com Felipe - @ FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo - @ RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin - @ ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Jon was on the show a couple weeks ago with Paul Rodriguez, but we felt like he didn't really get a chance to talk much so we invited him back on his own. Interesting guy, go check him out at a show near you and at one of the Spanglish shows around L.A.! LINKS Jon Stites - @ TheJonStites (IG) Felipe - @ FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo - @ RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin - @ ComicMartinRizo (IG)

We've got Deorro in studio this week! Huge DJ from L.A., doing big things all over the world and always repping Mexicans wherever he goes. Had a lot of fun with this guy. Can't wait to have him back when we start up live music again so he can do a set on the show. LINKSDeorro - @Deorro (IG) Felipe - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

This week we got a visit from Sam Najera and Chona E who have been working together as Bean and Chisme, a comedy sketch team from San Antonio TX who have been blowing up on social media with all their different characters. Watch out for them! LINKSSam Najera - @TheSamNajera @BeanAndChisme (IG & TikTok) Joanna Estrada - @ChonaE210 (IG & TikTok) Felipe - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Comedian Paul Rodriguez returns to the show with his friend, comedian Jon Stites. Paul talks about his movie "Born Again" almost being finished. Jon talks about the Spanish/Spanglish shows he's doing with Paul and many others. Check them out at a show near you! LINKS Paul - @ PaulRodriguezTV (IG) Jon - @ TheJonStites (IG) Felipe - @ FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo - @ RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin - @ ComicMartinRizo (IG) 

Up-and-coming comedian Saul Trujillo is our guest this week. He's already been through the wringer and paid his dues and now it's paying off. Funny guy, check him out when he's doing a show near you! LINKSSaul Trujillo - @SaulComedy (IG) Felipe - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Had a guest reschedule so it's just us this week. Pretty much everything everywhere all at once... LINKSFelipe: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo: @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin: @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Our guest and Rodrigo were both out sick this week, so we just decided to talk about food (mostly). SPONSOR: ExpressVPN - Protect your internet activity - Visit ExpressVPN.com/Felipe and get three extra months free. LINKS Felipe - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Martin Rizo is back from Kentucky and comedian Orlando Leyba joins us in the studio this week! He talks about getting his start in Florida, his HBO special "Adorable" and where things are going next. LINKS Orlando Leyba - @ HeyLando (all socials)Felipe - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG)Rodrigo - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG)Martin - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Up and coming comedians Rene Vaca and Ken Flores join the podcast this week to talk about where they started and what's been happening since their standup clips started to go viral. Go check them out at a show near you!LINKSRene Vaca - @ReneVacaComedy Ken Flores - @KenFlores300 Felipe Esparza - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo Torres - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin Rizo - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Our long-time friends, comedians George Perez and Willie Barcena both returned to the podcast this week to shoot the sh*t and to promote their upcoming show they're doing together at the Comedy Store in April. Go follow them and check out their live shows whenever they come to your town. LINKSGeorge Perez - @GeorgePComedy (IG) Willie Barcena - @WillieBarcena (IG) Felipe - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG)

Our good friend, Melissa Villasenor, joined us on the podcast this week! She talked about her time on SNL, going back on the road touring, and her new book, "Whoops I'm Awesome", available in stores and online. LINKSMelissa Villasenor - @MelissaVComedy (IG) Felipe - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG)          

Our very good friend, comedian Marcella Arguello, joined us in studio this week to promote her new HBO 1/2 hour special called "Bitch, Grow Up". If you've seen me live over the past 10 years, you've probably seen her opening for me here and there. She's funny, she's tall and she's making Salvis proud. By the way, we were doing this show during a crazy winter storm. Might be some glitches along the way as our internet stream was interrupted a couple times. LINKSMarcella Arguello - @MarcellaComedy (IG) Felipe Esparza - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo Torres - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG)

The hilarious Ms. Pat joins the What's Up Fool? Podcast to talk about the season 3 premiere of her hit show The Ms. Pat Show on BET+ that starts today! She also offers her advice on dealing with cancel culture and tries to help Felipe with a little hygiene problem... LINKSMs. Pat - @ComedienneMsPat (IG) Felipe - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG)

We got to know comedian Ralph Barbosa this week, his upbringing, his quick rise in comedy (even before the George thing) and how he feels about people putting him on a pedestal too soon. LINKSRalph Barbosa - @RalphBarbosa03 (IG) Felipe - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Our friend, comedian & DJ - DJ Cooch - joined us in the What's Up Fool? studio this week to talk about how he got started and what he's doing next. LINKSDJ Cooch (Jorge Marroquin) - @DJCooch (IG) Felipe - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

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No guest this week and who the hell knows what our topic is... but we had fun.  LINKSFelipe: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo: @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin: @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

We've got comedy influencer/comedy content creator Concrete in our studio this week. He talks all about how he got into the world of content creation, how he hustles every day to keep it going and growing, and how he's starting to move in new directions like traditional stand-up comedy. LINKSConcrete - @ConcreteLive (IG) @ConcreteComedy (TikTok) Felipe - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Comedian, actor, writer Brian Posehn joins us to talk about his new special "Posehna Non Grata", his work writing the Deadpool comic book series and of course METAL... Check out his new special available for purchase or streaming on his website BrianPosehn.com. SPONSORED BY: DraftKings!  Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code "FOOL". New customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS on the NFL Divisional Round and get TWO HUNDRED IN FREE BETS INSTANTLY. Only at DraftKings Sportsbook with code FOOL. *Minimum age and eligibility restrictions apply. See show notes below for details. **NOTES: Gambling Problem? Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA). 21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/LA(select parishes)/MD/MI /NJ/ NY/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. VOID IN OH/ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. Free bets: Valid 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 bet. $200 issued as free bets that expire 7 days (168 hours) after being awarded. See terms at sportsbook.draftkings.com/footballterms. No Sweat: Valid 1 offer per customer per day of NFL 2023 Wild Card Round. Opt in req each day. First bet must lose after opting in. NFL bets only. Paid as one (1) free bet based on amount of initial losing bet. Max $10 free bet awarded. Free bets expire 7 days (168 hours) after being awarded. See terms at sportsbook.draftkings.com/footballterms. Get Tickets to laugh with Felipe @ http://FelipesWorld.com Follow Felipe online @ Insta: http://whatsupf.ooo/IG Facebook: http://whatsupf.ooo/FB Twitter: http://whatsupf.ooo/TW Listen to the What's Up Fool? Podcast iTunes: http://whatsupf.ooo/IT Spotify: http://whatsupf.ooo/SP Stitcher: http://whatsupf.ooo/Stitch About Felipe Felipe Esparza is a comedian and actor, known for his stand-up specials, “They’re Not Gonna Laugh at You”, “Translate This”, and his latest dual-release on Netflix, “Bad Decisions/Malas Decisiones” (2 different performances in two languages), his recurring appearances on Netflix’s “Gentefied”, NBC’s “Superstore” and Adultswim’s “The Eric Andre Show”, as well as winning “Last Comic Standing” (2010), and his popular podcast called “What’s Up Fool?”. Felipe continues to sell out live stand-up shows in comedy clubs and theaters around the country.

No guest today. SPONSORED BY: DraftKings Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code "FOOL". New customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS on the NFL and get TWO HUNDRED IN FREE BETS INSTANTLY. Only at DraftKings Sportsbook with code FOOL. *Minimum age and eligibility restrictions apply. See show notes for details. **Gambling Problem? Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA). 21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/LA(select parishes)/MD/MI /NJ/ NY/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. VOID IN OH/ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. Free bets: Valid 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 bet. $200 issued as free bets that expire 7 days (168 hours) after being awarded. See terms at sportsbook.draftkings.com/footballterms. No Sweat: Valid 1 offer per customer per day of NFL 2023 Wild Card Round. Opt in req each day. First bet must lose after opting in. NFL bets only. Paid as one (1) free bet based on amount of initial losing bet. Max $10 free bet awarded. Free bets expire 7 days (168 hours) after being awarded. See terms at sportsbook.draftkings.com/footballterms. LINKSFelipe: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo: @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin: @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

We're discussing our new year's resolutions and we listen to some of yours when Felipe opens the phone lines. LINKSFelipe: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo: @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin: @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

We've got the founders of Rancho Humilde in the What's Up Fool? studio this week! Jimmy Humilde and his partner JB co-founded this juggernaut of a new music label that continues to grow and morph into multiple successful outlets. Truly inspiring stories of coming from the bottom and working their asses off to get to where they are now. LINKSJimmy - @JimmyHumilde.RH (IG) JB - @RanchoHumilde_JB (IG) Felipe - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

We're back after being out sick. No guest today.SPONSORS this week:-Dad Grass is offering our listeners 20% off your first order when you go to DADGRASS.COM/FOOL-Manscaped is offering 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code [FELIPE] at Manscaped.com.  LINKSFelipe: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo: @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin: @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

No guest this week. Pro tip: take a shot every time we talk about food in this episode... let us know how it goes.This week's episode is SPONSORED by: Factor Meals - Head to Go.Factor75.com/Fool60 to get 60% off your first box. AND Dad Grass is offering our listeners 20% off your first order when you go to DadGrass.com/FOOL  LINKSFelipe Esparza - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) @FunnyFelipe (TW) Rodrigo Torres - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin Rizo - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Comedian and actor, Byron Bowers joins us this week to talk about his new stand-up special streaming on Hulu right now called "Spiritual Ni**a". Check it out and check out the other new movie & tv projects he has coming up.SPONSORED by MANSCAPED - Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code FELIPE at Manscaped.com. Manscaped, get your Jingle balls ready for the Holidays! LINKSByron Bowers - @ByronBowers (IG) Felipe - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Our friend, comedian Paul Rodriguez, returns to the show to set the record straight about something that was said about him on another podcast. SPONSOR: HelloFresh - Go to HelloFresh.com/65fool and use code "65fool" for 65% off plus free shipping! HelloFresh - America’s #1 Meal Kit! LINKSFelipe Esparza - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) @FunnyFelipe (TW) Rodrigo Torres - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin Rizo - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

No guest this week. Still had a lot of fun. LINKSFelipe - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

We've got rapper, lyricist A-F-R-O (All Flows Reach Out) on the podcast this week! An amazing musician straight from Bellflower repping both black and Mexican roots and about to blow up very soon. Check out his live shows and his upcoming album that should be dropping in a couple months. SPONSORED by FACTOR MEALS - delivered to your door ready to heat and eat in less than 5 minutes. Head to GO.FACTOR 75.com/fool60 and use code fool60 to get 60% off your first box! LINKSAFRO - @AllFlowsOfficial (IG) FELIPE - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) RODRIGO - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG)

Comedian and actor Frankie Quinones returns to the podcast to talk about the success of "This Fool" on Hulu as well as his gigs on the road and all the other things he's working on. LINKSFrankie - @FrankieQuinones (IG) Felipe - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

We did a call-in show again! It's been a while but it was good to hear your voices and all the weird things on your mind like our last caller in this episode... Hope you enjoy it!  LINKSFelipe: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG); @FunnyFelipe Rodrigo: @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin: @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Musicians Art Cruz and John Campbell from metal band LAMB OF GOD joined us on the show this week. Listen as they talk about life on the road, and we talk food of course...  LINKSArt Cruz - @TheArtCruz (IG) John Campbell - @Jayceerva (IG) Felipe - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

No guest today and Rodrigo was out with food poisoning so it's just 3 of us this week. And no topic - just like you foos like it. Support our new sponsor FACTOR! Head to GO.FACTOR 75.com/fool130 and use code FOOL130 to get $130 off across 6 boxes LINKSFelipe: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) / @FunnyFelipe (TW) Martin: @ComicMartinRizo (IG)  

Our favorite and yours... comedian Willie Barcena returns to the What's Up Fool? Podcast studio this week and he didn't disappoint. Don't forget to pay attention to when Rodrigo and Willie's tequila shots kick in during the episode... LINKSWillie Barcena: @WillieBarcena (IG) Felipe Esparza: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) @FunnyFelipe (TW) Rodrigo Torres: @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin Rizo: @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Actress Michelle Ortiz joined us this week to talk about auditioning, working in Hollywood and getting a few breaks along the way. Watch her in the new Hulu series "This Fool" as "Maggie" and everything else she's in! LINKSMichelle: @MichelleOrtiz (IG) Felipe: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) @FunnyFelipe (TW) Rodrigo: @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin: @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

We're happy to finally get comedian Shane Torres in the What's Up Fool? studio! He's blowing up thanks to his hilarious stand-up clips going viral all over social media as well as his podcast (with Kyle Kinane) "No Accounting for Taste". Check him out at a live show!Check out our SPONSORS: HelloFresh - Go to HelloFresh.com/16fool and use code 16 fool for 16 free meals (across 7 boxes) AND 3 free gifts! DraftKings - Download DraftKings Sportsbook app NOW & use promo code FOOL to get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in FREE bets INSTANTLY when you place a $5 bet this SUNDAY. See details below: If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/LA/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA). 21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/LA(select parishes)/MI/NH/NJ/ NY/OR/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. New customer offer void in NH/OR/ONT-CA. $200 in Free bets: New customers only. Valid 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 wager. $200 issued as eight (8) $25 free bets. Ends 9/19/22 @ 8pm. Early Win: 1 Early Win Token issued per eligible game. Opt in req. Token expires at start of eligible game. Min moneyline bet $1. Wagering limits apply. Wagers placed on both sides of moneyline will void bet. Ends 1/8/23 @ 8pm ET. See terms at sportsbook dot draftkings dot com slash football terms. LINKSShane Torres - @ShaneTorres (IG) Felipe - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Comedian and actor Jamar Neighbors joins us on the show this week to talk about stand-up, acting and the tv shows he's been on (including the brand new series "This Fool" on Hulu) and how his family prepared him to take even the toughest roasts. LINKSJamar - @Jamar_Neighbors (IG) Felipe - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Nimesh Patel has been a comedian for a while but recently blew up on Tik Tok. Grew up in New Jersey and became the first Indian-American writer for SNL. Watch his new special "Thank You, China" on his YouTube channel now! LINKSNimesh: @FindingNimesh (all platforms and FindingNimesh.com) Felipe: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo: @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin: @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Brazilian born comedian and actress Jade Catta-Preta joins us this week in the What's Up Fool? Studios to talk about her new Hulu show "Hotties" (streaming now) AND her new stand-up special "Jaded" (premiering Aug 26 on Helium Comedy Studios YouTube channel).LINKSJade Catta-Preta: @JadeCattaPreta (IG) Felipe: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo: @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin: @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

It's been a while since our friend, comedian Tom Rhodes, joined us. He visited us this week in our new studio and talked about his new series he created during covid - by just exploring his home in Los Angeles on his Youtube channel "Tom Rhodes L.A. History". Lowriders coming up next. Check out his Bukowski episode at the link below or go to his youtube channel for all his stuff. LINKSTom Rhodes - @_tomrhodes (IG); youtube channel: kingofhaha Felipe - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Comedian Carmen Morales sits in with us this week and talks about her experiences working on the road and filming her new Entre Nos special on HBO now! "Entre Nos: Carmen and Alfred" LINKSCarmen: - @TheFunnyCarmen (IG) Felipe: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo: @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin: @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Always been a fan of this guy Chris Estrada. He opened for me a few times, he's a super nice guy, really funny and he created a new TV show! Check out his new show called "This Fool", premiering on Hulu August 12th!LINKSChris Estrada - @ChrisEstradaComic (IG) Felipe Esparza - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo Torres - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin Rizo - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Comedian Jesus Sepulveda stopped by this week to talk about his upcoming HBO special, "Mr. Tough Life" (premieres Aug 5th on HBO Max). Go check it out!Also, check out our sponsor Dad Grass - legal organic hemp that relaxes your body and mellows your mind. They're offering our listeners 20% off your first order at DadGrass.com/FOOL. LINKSJesus Sepulveda - @JesusTheComedian (IG) Felipe Esparza - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo Torres - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin Rizo - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Our guest this week is Alan, aka Big Tiny, the creator of INSTANT SPREADS - a line of noodle based, pre-mixed meals that just require hot water added (yes, like THOSE spreads). Tiny also takes us back to his past to talk about the inspiration for his new business venture. LINKSInstant Spreads - InstantSpreads.com (@Spreads_ui on IG) Big Tiny - @BigTiny_UI (IG) Felipe - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

We've got boxer, Arnold Barboza Jr. on the podcast this week! He's about to have his 27th fight. He's currently 26-0 (welterweight). Check out his big upcoming fight with Zorilla July 15th at Pechanga Casino. Visit out sponsor HELLOFRESH! Go to HelloFresh/16fool and use code 16FOOL for up to 16 free meals AND 3 free gifts! LINKSArnold - @Arnold_Barboza_Jr (IG) Felipe - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Our good friend, Rafael Agustin, returns to the show this week to talk about his brand new book, "Illegally Yours" - his memoir about growing up undocumented in the U.S.Available July 12th everywhere books are sold (or preorder it NOW).SPONSORED by our new friends at Dad Grass! Dad Grass is offering our listeners 20% off your first order when you go to DADGRASS.COM/FOOL LINKSRafael Agustin: @MrRafaelAgustin (IG) Felipe: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo: @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin: @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

LINKS Felipe: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo: @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin: @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Musician Cuco joins us in the What's Up Fool? studio this week for an interview and live performance.  LINKS Cuco - @CucoPuffs (IG) Felipe Esparza - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo Torres - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin Rizo - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

LINKS Felipe Esparza - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo Torres - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin Rizo - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Our friend, comedian Butch Escobar, is in town this week visiting from the Bay Area, so we had him sit in with us on the show. LINKS Butch: @ButchEscobar (IG) Felipe: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo: @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin: @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

LINKS Felipe Esparza - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo Torres - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin Rizo - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

No guest this week. Visit our sponsor: HelloFresh! Go to HelloFresh.com/16FOOL and use code 16FOOL for up to 16 free meals AND 3 free gifts! LINKSFelipe: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo: @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin: @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Visit our SPONSOR: BetterHelpListeners get 10% off their first month at www.BetterHelp.com/FOOL LINKSFelipe: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo: @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin: @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Visit our SPONSOR: BetterHelpListeners get 10% off their first month at www.BetterHelp.com/FOOL LINKSFelipe: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo: @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin: @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

We've got our friend, comedian and actor, Angel Salazar - best known as Chi Chi from Scarface. This fool's crazy and shares a lot of funny stories from his career. Visit our sponsor TheFreezePipe.com and use code FOOL for 10% or shop killer 4/20 sales going on right now! LINKS Angel: @AngelSalazarChiChi (IG) Felipe: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo: @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin: @ComicMartinRizo (IG)  

Covino and Rich have a long history as a radio duo on many platforms, including ESPN Sports, FOX Sports, Sirius XM, etc. They talk about the changes in the industry and personal lives that have changed the paths of their radio careers over the years. Check out and support their podcast currently on Patreon! LINKSCovino & Rich - @CovinoAndRich (IG) Felipe - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Our friend, comedian Matt Walker returns to the show to talk about serial killers, the Chris Rock/Will Smith incident and stories of L.A. as always. LINKSMatt Walker - @FunnyMatt (IG) Felipe Esparza - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo Torres - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin Rizo - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Comedian Carlos Ballarta finally joins us in person. We talk about hecklers and Carlos tries Taco Bell for the first time. LINKSCarlos Ballarta - @BallartaValeVerga (IG) Felipe Esparza - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo Torres - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin Rizo - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

No guest this week - took some fan calls. SPONSOR this week: Diet Smoke! Get your delicious medium high gummies at DietSmoke.com and use the promo code "FOOL" for 20% off your order!  LINKSFelipe Esparza - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo Torres - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin Rizo - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Our good friend, comedian Rachel Wolfson joins us fresh off of her appearance in Jackass Forever.    LINKSRachel Wolfson - @RachelWolfson (IG) Felipe Esparza - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo Torres - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin Rizo - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Our friend, rapper Reverie, returns to the show in the new studio and performs some of her new music. SPONSORED by Diet Smoke: Go to DietSmoke.com and use the promo code “FOOL” for 20% off your order. LINKS Reverie - @ReverieLove (IG) Felipe - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

No guest today. Just catching up. SPONSOR: Diet Smoke - Go to DietSmoke.com and use the promo code “FOOL” for 20% off your order. LINKSFelipe: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo: @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin: @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Our good friend, actor, comedian, writer, Fred Stoller came back to the podcast this week and brought his friend, comedian Jeff Richards. If you're listening to this episode instead of watching it on youtube, you might get confused at first... LINKSFred Stoller - @Fred_Stoller (IG) Jeff Richards - @TheJeffRichards (IG) Felipe - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Our friends The Outlaw Mariachi are in studio this week for an interview AND a live performance. A couple of the members were original members of Metalachi and moved on to this new project right before the pandemic started. Now they've incorporated more musicians, new characters and they've got both a full set up and a true mariachi set up. Enjoy! LINKSThe Outlaw Mariachi - @TheOutlawMariachi (IG) Felipe - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

One of our favorites is finally a guest. Mr. Paul Rodriguez, the man who inspired me and made me realize it was possible for a Mexican guy to be a famous comedian. He also helped me early in my career with gigs and by saying yes to projects whenever I asked him. Just so naturally funny. Really a pleasure to finally have him in our studio. *SPONSORED BY: Diet Smoke - Go to DietSmoke.com and use the promo code “FOOL” for 20% off your order.  LINKS Paul Rodriguez - @ThePaulRodriguez (IG) Felipe - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Our friend, radio DJ J Cruz (from L.A.'s Real 92.3) joins us this week to talk about his experience in radio, the changes he's seen and what he thinks the future holds. Sponsored by our good friends at HelloFresh! - Go to HelloFresh dot com slash 16fool and use code 16fool for up to 16 free meals AND 3 free gifts!Also sponsored by Freeze Pipe -  Enjoy monster clouds and zero throat burn today with an icy Freeze Pipe. Visit TheFreezePipe.com and use code FOOL for 10% off your entire order. LINKSJ Cruz - @JCruzShow (IG) Felipe - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Our good friends Tropa Magica return this week to talk about all the new stuff going on with them AND they perform for us, too! Enjoy! LINKSTropa Magica - @TropaMagica (IG) Felipe Esparza - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo Torres - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin Rizo - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

We're back for the new year!! No guest this week, just catching up and took a few phone calls... This week's sponsor: HelloFresh! Go to HelloFresh.com/16Fool and use code 16FOOL for up to 16 free meals AND 3 free gifts! LINKSFelipe - FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo - RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin - ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Merry Christmas foos! We had a lot of fun on this episode. We had the return of Willie Barcena (via Zoom from Vegas) along with Martin Moreno for a continuation of the legendary Willie stories... and we had the underground hip hop legend 2Mex in studio AND performing 2 songs. Watch on youtube or just listen!SPONSOR: DietSmoke - Go to DietSmoke.com and use the promo code “FOOL” for 20% off your order! LINKS - all InstagramMartin Moreno - @MartinComic Willie Barcena - @WillieBarcena 2Mex - @2MexOMD  Felipe - @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo - @RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo - @ComicMartinRizo

Our old friend Flaco returns to the show to give us an update on how he's doing, he's got a show coming up so go check him out whenever you can!\ LINKS Isaac Flaco Martinez - @FunnyFlaco (IG) Felipe - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

We asked the listeners to call in today and tell us their favorite Christmas movies. You guys are the best. Thank you! Listen and enjoy. Spread the word and tell everyone about the show!SPONSOR: HelloFresh - Go to HelloFresh.com/fool14 and use code fool14 for up to 14 free meals AND 3 free gifts!  LINKSFelipe Esparza - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo Torres - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin Rizo - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Our friend from Real 92.3FM in Los Angeles - DJ Lechero - joins us to talk about his recent weight loss and changes in his life. Follow his journey on his social media and download his workout mix "Sorry for the Weight" below.SPONSORED BY: Freeze Pipe - Check out killer deals at TheFreezePipe.com - use code FOOL for 10% off anything in the store! LINKSDJ Lechero - @DJLechero (IG) - sorryfortheweight.org Felipe - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Our friend from Mexico, comedian Carlos Ballarta, is BACK with a brand new Netflix special called "Falso Profeta" and he's touring all over Mexico (and hopefully will soon add some U.S. dates). He's also a pretty interesting guy to talk to. Check out his new special TODAY! LINKSCarlos Ballarta - @BallartaValeVerga (IG) Felipe Esparza - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo Torres - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin Rizo - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

The man, the myth, the legend... Comedian Willie Barcena joins us to talk about - well, everything we've been talking about for the last 7 years on this show. Willie's reputation precedes him and here in this episode he validates every story we've ever told about him - and then some... Enjoy! LINKSWillie Barcena - @WillieBarcena (IG) Felipe Esparza - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo Torres - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin Rizo - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

We invited comedian Rivest Dunlap into the studio to talk about his business "Psilobin" - and his new role as a guide and source for microdosing. We also discuss the benefits of hallucinogenics for mental clarity, anxiety, depression, etc., as well as our own experiences. LINKSRivest Dunlap / Psilobin: @RivestDunlap / @Psilobin_MD (IG) Felipe: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG)Rodrigo: @RodrigoTorresJr (IG)Martin: @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Since it's almost Halloween, we decided to invite Blanca, AKA "Moon Chola" to the show to do some live readings for some of the callers. Go follow her on social media to watch her online content! LINKSBlanca - @Moon_Chola (IG) Felipe - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Dope As Yola (aka Thomas Araujo) is a well-known cannabis influencer on youtube. He talks about how he got started, how he's grown - but most importantly, how to steal slices of pizza and put the pie back together without anybody being able to tell... LINKSDope As Yola - @Yola__Youtube__ (IG) or @Dope_As_Usual_Podcast (IG) Felipe - @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo - @RodrigoTorresJr (IG) Martin - @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

Felipe, Martin and Lesa this week no guest   Links Felipe - @felipeesparzacomedian IG Martin - @Comicmartinrizo IG

Our first podcast in our new studio and Frank Castillo stops by to talk about new tour.  Sponsored by Hello Fresh Go to HelloFresh.com/fool14 and use code "Fool14" to get up to 14 free meals. LINKS FELIPE ESPARZA - IG @FELIPEESPARZACOMEDIAN RODRIGO TORRES - IG @RODRIGOTORRESJR MARTIN RIZO - IG @COMICMARTINRIZO FRANK CASTILLO - IG @FRANKCASTILLO 

Our new friend, actor and comedian, Curtis Baldwin, stopped by to sit in with us and tell us what it was like being a child TV star (Calvin from the 80s/90s show "227"), stories of the Playboy mansion in its heyday and what life has been like since then. LINKS Curtis Baldwin:INSTAGRAM: @IAmCurtisBaldwin Felipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Fan favorite, comedian Luis Banuelos returns this week to sit in with the guys... LINKS Luis Banuelos:INSTAGRAM: @Luis_A_Banuelos Felipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

No guest this week LINKS  Felipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

What's Up Fool?! No guest on the podcast this week! This week's episode is sponsored by Talkspace.com Get $100 off your first month with the promo code FOOL. That's $100 off when you use code FOOL at Talkspace.com   LINKS Felipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo: INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

No guest this week. We talk about Felipe's early movie career as an extra, and Lesa talks about her mom's "box". Sponsor this week: TalkSpace - Match with a licensed therapist when you go to TalkSpace.com. Get $100 off your first month with promo code FOOL. LINKS Felipe: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG) Rodrigo: @RodrigoTorresJR (IG) Martin: @ComicMartinRizo (IG)

This week, we talk to Nelson, a Salvadoran comedian from South Central LA, now living in France and doing standup in French! Listen & be sure to leave a review on Apple!LINKS Felipe Esparza: INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian  Rodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Nelson Echeverria:INSTAGRAM: @_ChavezNelson Martin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Comedian and show favorite - Tobe Hixx - sits in with us today to talk about how his last year has been, and his recent experience with Bovid... LINKS Tobe Hixx:INSTAGRAM: @TobeHixx Felipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Our friend, comedian and actor Frankie Quinones came back to tell us all about his new special that just premiered on HBO Max. Also check out the emo/goth sketch we were in together - it was released this week! SPONSOR: HelloFresh! Go to HelloFresh.com/Fool14 and use code "FOOL14" for 14 free meals PLUS free shipping!   LINKS Frankie Quinones:INSTAGRAM: @FrankieQuinones Felipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo3

Our friend, comedian/skater George Wang Jr., joins us on the podcast this week. He talks about his experiences in the comedy world, his love of film, being a skateboard coach for girls and Olympians, and more.    LINKS George Wang Jr.:INSTAGRAM: @GeorgeWangJr Felipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Our friend, comedian Gabby Lamb returns to the show this week. She was on one of our first shows that we had to do via Zoom but we wanted to have her back now that we're in studio. LINKS  Felipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Gabby Lamb:INSTAGRAM: @GabbyLamby Martin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

No guest this week.  SPONSOR THIS WEEK: TalkSpace onlline therapy services.Go to TalkSpace.com and use code FOOL for $100 off! LINKS  Felipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

No guest this week. SPONSOR THIS WEEK: HelloFresh! Get America's #1 meal kit and support this show. Go to HelloFresh.com/Fool14 and enter code "fool14" for 14 free meals PLUS free shipping! LINKS Felipe Esparza: INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaCo

This week, our friend, Los Angeles broadcast journalist and personality - Alysha Del Valle - joins us in the studio to talk about what it's like going into local broadcasting, how she even got into the game and what she's heading for now. SPONSOR THIS WEEK: Credit KarmaGo to CreditKarma.com/WinMoney to sign up for free and start winning Instant Karma. LINKS  Alysha Del ValleINSTAGRAM: @AlyshaDelValle Felipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

No guest this week, but we asked our friend Momo Rodriguez (now on Mayans FX), to join us on the show.  Sponsor this week is TALKSPACE. Listeners get $100 off your first month with Talkspace. Match with a licensed therapist today at TALKSPACE.COM. Use the code "FOOL" to get $100 off your first month and show your support for our show at the same time. LINKS  Momo Rodriguez:INSTAGRAM: @MomoRodriguez Felipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

No guest this week! LINKS  Felipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Our new friend, Twat Wolf, from our hood in Boyle Heights, and our homie Butch Escobar join us on the What's Up Fool? podcast this week. Check out Twat Wolf's hilarious memes, fool!    Go to CreditKarma.com/WinMoney to sign up for free and start winning Instant Karma. Go to HelloFresh.com/Fool12 and use code "FOOL12" for 12 free meals, and free shipping! LINKS  Twat WolfINSTAGRAM: @TwatWolf__ Butch Escobar:INSTAGRAM: @butchescobar Felipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

There's no guest this week, but we're still rockin' out here. What's Up Fool?! LINKS Felipe Esparza: INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres: INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo: INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Our friend, comedian Dannon Green returns to the podcast this week after finishing his new documentary on South Philly's boxing scene. This new documentary, The Executioners, is available to watch for free on Tubi.tv.  Support us by supporting our sponsors!Go to CreditKarma.com/WinMoney to sign up for free and start winning Instant Karma. Go to HelloFresh.com/Fool12 and use code "FOOL12" for 12 free meals, and free shipping! LINKS  Dannon GreenINSTAGRAM: @DannonGreen66 Felipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

No guest on the podcast this week, just vibes! We're still out here jammin'  To get 15% off your first order and free shipping, go to MeUndies.com/FOOL  LINKS: Felipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Heavyweight boxer Chris "The Nightmare" Arreola fresh off a technical loss to Andy Ruiz joins us to chat about his upbringing and his career in professional boxing.    LINKS Chris Arreola INSTAGRAM: @chrisarreola Felipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Our friend, comedian and actor, Angelo Tsarouchas joins us on the show this week. LINKS Angelo Tsarouchas:INSTAGRAM: @AngeloTsarouchas Felipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

We've got actor Colton Dunn on the show this week. You might know him as Garrett on NBC's Superstore (the dude in the wheelchair).  Support us by supporting our sponsor HELLOFRESH! Go to HelloFresh.com/Fool12 and use code "Fool12" for 12 free meals - including free shipping! LINKS Colton Dunn:INSTAGRAM: @CaptDope Felipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

No guest this week.. Just vibes, but we're still rockin' out here. What's Up Fool?!    Support us by supporting our sponsor, MeUndies! You can get 15% off and FREE shipping on your first-time purchase! Go to MeUndies.com/FOOL for 15% and free shipping on your first purchase. LINKS  Felipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

We still aren't really in the mood to have a guest this week. Maybe next week... FOLLOW US@FelipeEsparzaComedian@RodrigoTorresJr@ComicMartinRizo

There's no guest this week but we're still vibin' out here. What's Up Fool?! LINKS Felipe Esparza: INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres: INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo: INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

There's no guest this week.. Just vibes, but we're still out here. What's Up Fool?! LINKS Felipe Esparza: INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres: INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo: INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

We got comedian Carlos Ballarta from Mexico, talking to us about how he got started as a comedian, what the comedy scene is like in Mexico, and some of his upcoming projects he's got for the future.  Check out America's #1 Meal Kit today. Go to HelloFresh.com/Fool12. Use code FOOL12 for 12 free meals, including free shipping!    LINKS Carlos Ballarta: INSTAGRAM: @ballartavaleverga Felipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

No guest on the podcast this week, but join us for a good time. SPONSOR: MeUndiesMeUndies.com/FOOL - for 15% off your first order AND free shipping! LINKS Felipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Our guest this week is comedian, Alonzo Bodden; he's one of the first comedians I met when I started out in LA's comedy clubs. He was on a few seasons of Last Comic Standing and has appeared on multiple shows & movies. Hopefully we'll see him on the road again soon!    LINKS Alonzo Bodden: INSTAGRAM: @ZoFunnyTWITTER: @alonzobodden Felipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

No guest this week, join us for this lil sesh tho LINKS Felipe Esparza: INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres: INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo: INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

This week our new guest on the show is Eder Rivera, an up-and-coming Mexican comedian currently based in New Zealand. Check out his podcast "The Edd Rivera Podcast" on available streaming platforms.LINKS Eder Rivera: INSTAGRAM: @EddRiveraComedy Felipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Bay Area comedian and friend of the show Butch Escobar, returns to What's Up Fool podcast and has a story that gets a little heavy. LINKS  Butch Escobar:INSTAGRAM: @ButchEscobar Felipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Our old friend, retired sheriff, Gil Carillo, returns to the podcast to talk about the success of the "Night Stalker" series on Netflix.

There's no guest this week but What's Up Fool?    LINKS Felipe Esparza: INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres: INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Martin Rizo: INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Johnny Roque sits in with us again. Felipe goes on a wild rant. LINKSJohnny RoqueINSTAGRAM: @RoqueJohnny Felipe EsparzaINSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo TorresINSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJrMartin RizoINSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

This week Simon Rex joins us on the "What's Up Fool?" podcast. He tells us stories of his time as a former MTV VJ, model, and 90s icon. He talks about his podcast Nervous Rex and more. LINKSSimon RexINSTAGRAM: @simonrex415 Felipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJrMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Joining us on the podcast this week are members of the band Slaütter before Slaughter, Martin Moreno alongside Tania Estrada, and our very own producer James Callaghan. They talk about their new Slaütter album and the possibility of touring and much more. LINKSMartin MorenoINSTAGRAM: @martincomicTania Estrada:INSTAGRAM: @taniaestrada334James Callaghan:INSTAGRAM: @universalsmoothnessSlaütter before Slaughter INSTAGRAM: @slautterb4slaughterFelipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJrMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Our old friend, Beto Duran, returns to join us on the "What's Up Fool?" podcast this week. He tells us about sports journalism during the pandemic and his experience with COVID-19.  LINKSBeto DuranINSTAGRAM: @betovision Felipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJrMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Our new guest this week is Amber Nash, actress/comedian, most known for her voice acting on Archer, on its 11th season now, as her character Pam Poovey. She talks about her experiences with comedy, acting, and more.   LINKSAmber NashINSTAGRAM: @ambercnash Felipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJrMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Our guest this week is Patty Rodriguez, she is the creator and publisher of the bilingual kids' books publication called Lil' Libros. We talk about the importance of education in early childhood and literary representation for Latino bilinguals.   LINKSPatty RodriguezINSTAGRAM: @pattyrodriguez @Lil_Libros  Felipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJrMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Our old friend Jason Rouse returns to the podcast and tells stories of his mischief and mayhem. He also shares his reason why he's one of the many comics moving to Texas. LINKSJason Rouse:INSTAGRAM: @jasonrouse666 Felipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJrMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Our pre-Thanksgiving episode with a few old friends - Adam Murray (currently in the brand new movie "Hillbilly Elegy"), Momo Rodriguez (talking about some secret project he's filming) and Martin Moreno (talking about the new Slautter before Slaughter album coming soon).

Our guest was a no show, so you're gonna have to rock with this for now. Felipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJrMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Musician James Hazley joins us on the podcast this week. He shares his long history of being a musician in the punk/metal scene in LA. But now people may recognize him as "Blannibal" on the Eric Andre show. LINKSJames Hazley:INSTAGRAM: @generalh_undead  Felipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJrMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Comedian Adam Hunter joins us on the podcast this week He shares some stories from the road including a legendary incident we've previously talked about on the show. He also tells us about his upcoming stand-up special. LINKSAdam Hunter:INSTAGRAM: @adamcomedian  Felipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJrMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Comedian Eric Andre joins us on the podcast this week promoting his new season of "The Eric Andre Show" which Felipe stars in. He tells us about the trials and errors of his pranks on guest stars and more. LINKSEric Andre:INSTAGRAM: @ericfuckingandreFelipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJrMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Comedian Carmen Lynch joins us on the podcast this week. She talks about her career comedy including her new album "Vertically Obese" and her new podcast called "Human Centipod".LINKSCarmen Lynch:INSTAGRAM: @carmencomedianFelipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJrMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Comedian Jeff Richards joins us this week. He talks about his time on SNL and his new podcast called The Jeff Richards show.LINKSJeff Richards:INSTAGRAM: @thejeffrichardsFelipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJrMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

This week's guest is blowing up all over the place and we have one of the first interviews with him. You may know him as Doggface from his TikTok and Instagram, we got to know him as Nathan. Listen and learn more about the man behind the videos. LINKSDoggface aka Nathan Apodaca:INSTAGRAM: @doggface208TIKTOK: @doggface208Felipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJrMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

National Podcast Week. We have our guest Brian Redban, who started most of your favorite podcasts and they're still going strong today. LINKSBrian Redban:INSTAGRAM: @redbanFelipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJrMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Deported Veteran - and now U.S. Citizen - Hector Barajas joins us this week on What's Up Fool? Podcast to talk about his ordeal and how he now works to help other deported veterans during their get back home to the U.S. LINKSHector Barajas:INSTAGRAM: @DeportedVeteranDonate: DeportedVeteransSupportHouse.netFelipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJrMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

No guest this week.LINKSFelipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJrMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Our old friend, the hilarious comedian Edwin San Juan joins us this week on the podcast. He talks about his long residency in Vegas at Planet Hollywood, pandemic life with no live comedy shows and his wife's new life as an Only Fans star...LINKSEdwin San Juan:INSTAGRAM: @EdwinSanJuanFelipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJrMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

My friend, actor Oscar Torre joins us this week to talk about the new movie we just filmed together with Omar Chaparro and all the other adventures he's had as a working actor.LINKSOscar Torre:INSTAGRAM: @OscarTorreActorFelipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJrMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

We tracked down my brother Angel again and invited him to the podcast to give us an update on what he's been doing down in Tijuana since we last heard from him.LINKSFelipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJrMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Our old friend, another Texas comedian, Juan Villareal, joins the podcast to talk about a lot of old stories as well as what he's up to now. Go check him out live when he comes to your town.LINKSJuan Villareal:INSTAGRAM: @OnlyJuanVFelipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJrMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

This is now one of my top 3 favorite episodes of all time. Our guest, actor and comedian Rob Schneider joins us this week to talk about his new Netflix special, "Asian Momma, Mexican Kids" and then just tells a ton of great behind-the-scenes stories. Enjoy.LINKSRob Schneider:INSTAGRAM: @IAmRobSchneiderFelipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJrMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Comedian Mario "Superstar" Salazar joins us from the Rio Grande Valley in Texas to tell us what's going on down there, what comedy is like down there, etc. He also talks about what sobriety and his mental health is like during the shut down.LINKSMario Salazar:INSTAGRAM: @SuperstarComedyFelipe Esparza:TWITTER: @FunnyFelipeINSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJrINSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJrMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Comedian Raymond Orta is on the podcast this week. This Texas based comedian first got national attention after making a video about the Dallas Cowboys. Now he sells out comedy shows everywhere he goes (well... before Covid-19 of course).LINKSRaymond Orta:INSTAGRAM: @RaymondIsFunnyFelipe Esparza:TWITTER: @FunnyFelipeINSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJrINSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJrMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Comedian Alex Hooper from America's Got Talent and Roast Battle joins the podcast this week to talk about what it's like doing a show that huge, what Tyra Banks is like (Lesa shares her experience with Tyra) and Rodrigo tells a horror story from his childhood.LINKSAlex Hooper:INSTAGRAM/TWITTER: @HooperHairPuffFelipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianTWITTER: @FunnyFelipeRodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM/TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJrMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM/TWITTER: @ComicMartinRizo

Comedian Butch Escobar from the Bay Area joins the podcast this week to talk about his adventures in comedy. Also sitting in with us, our friend, comedian Tobe Hixx and Martin Rizo.LINKSButch Escobar:INSTAGRAM: @ButchEscobarTobe Hixx:INSTAGRAM: @TobeHixxFelipe Esparza:TWITTER: @FunnyFelipeINSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJrINSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJrMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Comedian and actress Dulce Sloan joins us on the podcast today. She talks about starting as a female comedian in Atlanta, working on the Daily Show, her new podcast "That Black Ass Show" and her new animated show on FOX, "Great North". LINKSDulce Sloan:INSTAGRAM: @DulceSloanFelipe Esparza:TWITTER: @FunnyFelipeINSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJrINSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJrMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Comedian and actor Adam Murray returns to the podcast to talk about what it's like over in Florida and what has happened to his comedy and acting career during this pandemic.LINKSAdam Murray:INSTAGRAM: @AdamMurrayLiveFelipe Esparza:TWITTER: @FunnyFelipeINSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJrINSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJrMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Comedian and actor Fred Stoller returns to the show to talk about what he's been doing during the self quarantine.LINKSFred Stoller:INSTAGRAM: @Fred_StollerFelipe Esparza:TWITTER: @FunnyFelipeINSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJrINSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJrMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Comedian Gina Brillon joins us on the podcast this week to talk about her new standup special on Amazon called "The Floor Is Lava". LINKSGina Brillon:INSTAGRAM: @GBrillonFelipe Esparza:TWITTER: @FunnyFelipeINSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJrINSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJrMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Our good friend, comedian George Perez back on the show - this time on Zoom... He talks about what he's been doing during this pandemic and social distancing, his parenting style and he busts out a few mementos from his life.LINKSGeorge Perez:INSTAGRAM: @GeorgePerezComedyFelipe Esparza:TWITTER: @FunnyFelipeINSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJrINSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJrMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Our friends, comedian Erik Rivera and writer/producer Peter Murrieta join us this week on yet another social distancing podcast.LINKSErik Rivera:INSTAGRAM: @ErikRiveraComedyPeter Murrieta:INSTAGRAM: @MightyPeter  Felipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJrMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

We've got Stoner Rob returning to the show for another quarantine episode... He's in Arizona right now and tells us what it's like in one of the first cities to reopen during the pandemic.LINKSStoner Rob:INSTAGRAM: @StonerRob  Felipe Esparza:TWITTER: @FunnyFelipeINSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJrINSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJrMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Our friend, comedian Tobe Hixx joins us on another social distancing podcast...LINKSTobe Hixx:INSTAGRAM: @TobeHixx  Felipe Esparza:TWITTER: @FunnyFelipeINSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJrINSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJrMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

We brought our old pal Joey Medina back to the podcast to talk about what he's up to these days.  LINKSJoey Medina:INSTAGRAM: @JoeyMedinaComic  Felipe Esparza:TWITTER: @FunnyFelipeINSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJrINSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJrMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Still podcasting from home due to Covid-19. We've got our friend, comedian Jesus Trejo jumping into the chat this week to talk about his new Showtime special, "Stay At Home Son", which premieres May 29. Go follow him, watch his special when it comes out and go see him live when we're back to normal! LINKSJesus Trejo:INSTAGRAM: @JesusTrejo1  Felipe Esparza:TWITTER: @FunnyFelipeINSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJrINSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJrMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Still podcasting from home due to Covid-19. We called our friend Flaco Martinez to see how he's doing. Still working out the kinks in my sound and connection but I think we figured it out for next week. Hopefully. Bear with us. LINKSIsaac "Flaco" Martinez:INSTAGRAM: @isaacflacomartinez  Felipe Esparza:TWITTER: @FunnyFelipeINSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJrINSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJrMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Week 5 of staying at home during this coronavirus pandemic. Our friend, comedian PK Kim joins us on the chat this week. Enjoy!LINKSPK Kim:INSTAGRAM: @PKComedyFelipe Esparza:TWITTER: @FunnyFelipeINSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJrINSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJrMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Week 4 of staying at home during this coronavirus pandemic. We've got the hilarious comedian David A. Arnold joining us this week. He just released his first Netflix special ("Fat Ballerina") after being in the game for 24 years. Long overdue, but worth the wait. Go check it out! Enjoy!LINKSDavid A. Arnold:INSTAGRAM: @TheDavidAArnoldFelipe Esparza:TWITTER: @FunnyFelipeINSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJrINSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJrMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Week 3 of staying at home during this coronavirus pandemic. Our guest was a no-show even though there's nothing else to do... Enjoy!LINKSFelipe Esparza:TWITTER: @FunnyFelipeINSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJrINSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJrMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Week 2 of staying at home during this coronavirus pandemic. We did another remote podcast - this time with comedian Gabby Lamb sitting in. Enjoy!LINKSGabby Lamb:INSTAGRAM: @GabbyLambyFelipe Esparza:TWITTER: @FunnyFelipeINSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJrINSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJrMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo

Our friend, comedian Frank Castillo, returns to the show to sit in. It's really another no-guest podcast with Frank sitting in since our real guest canceled because of the coronavirus...LINKSFrank Castillo:INSTAGRAM: @FrankCastilloFelipe Esparza:TWITTER: @FunnyFelipeINSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJrINSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr

No guest today! Just us.Martin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizoFelipe Esparza:TWITTER: @FunnyFelipeINSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJrINSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr

Rapper Reverie returns to the show this week to talk about her new song "Ain't Shit" available everywhere, as well as her upcoming tour and other projects. Martin Rizo sits in for Rodrigo.LINKSReverie:INSTAGRAM: @ReverieLoveMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizoFelipe Esparza:TWITTER: @FunnyFelipeINSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJrINSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr

This week we talk to the creators of the brand new Netflix series "Gentefied" starting February 21, 2020. Linda Yvette Chavez and Marvin Lemus sit down and tell us about the experience of making this show and working in Hollywood in general. Check out the show on Netflix - I'm in it, too!LINKSLinda Yvette Chavez:INSTAGRAM: @LindaYvetteChavezMarvin Lemus:INSTAGRAM: @ElMarvinLemusMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizoFelipe Esparza:TWITTER: @FunnyFelipeINSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJrINSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr

My friend, actor JJ Soria joins What's Up Fool? this week. Check him out (and ME too!) on the brand new Netflix series "Gentefied" starting February 21, 2020.LINKSJJ Soria:INSTAGRAM: @JJSoriaMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizoFelipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr

We've got our friend, comedian Peter Loaiza, in studio this week. Also, comedian Martin Rizo sits in.LINKSPeter Loaiza:INSTAGRAM: @PinchiPeterMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizoFelipe Esparza:TWITTER: @FunnyFelipeINSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJrINSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr

One of my favorite people is on the show today - comedian Pauly Shore! Also sitting in, comedian Martin Rizo.LINKSPauly Shore:INSTAGRAM: @PaulyShoreMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizoFelipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr

We've got our old friend AC (Allan Cunningham) in the studio this week, talking about his comedy career. Also in studio, Mescal visits us again from East of the River. Go check him out next week at the Paramount in Boyle Heights. LINKSAC - Allan Cunningham:INSTAGRAM: @IAmAllanCunninghamMescal:INSTAGRAM: @VivaMescalFelipe Esparza:TWITTER: @FunnyFelipeINSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJrINSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr

Es un escandalo! This week, our guest is Mirna Velasco - the love child of Mexican TV personalities Raul Velasco (Siempre en Domingo) and La India Maria. LINKSMirna Velasco:INSTAGRAM: @Mirna.VelascoMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizoFelipe Esparza:TWITTER: @FunnyFelipeINSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJrINSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr

Comedian Joey Medina returns to talk about the newest project he's working on. Also sitting in, comedian Martin Rizo.LINKSJoey Medina:INSTAGRAM: @JoeyMedinaComicMartin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizoFelipe Esparza:INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr

Comedian Becky Robinson is in studio this week. Very funny, character-driven stand-up comic. Go check her out at a show or follow her social media. Also sitting in, comedian Martin Rizo.LINKSBecky Robinson:INSTAGRAM: @BeckyRobinson4Martin Rizo:INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizoFelipe Esparza:TWITTER: @FunnyFelipeINSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJrINSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr

Everybody's favorite - comedian Martin Moreno in studio again this week. Listen and enjoy! LINKSMartin Moreno:INSTAGRAM: @MartinComicTWITTER: @MartinComicFelipe Esparza:TWITTER: @FunnyFelipeINSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJrINSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr

We've got psychic medium, AJ Barrera in studio with us this week - and one of us got a surprise and unexpected reading... Also sitting in, the hilarious Martin Moreno.Listen and enjoy! LINKSAJ Barrera:INSTAGRAM: @AJ_BarreraAJBarrera.comMartin Moreno:INSTAGRAM: @MartinComicFelipe Esparza:TWITTER: @FunnyFelipeINSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJrINSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr

Comedian Mike Robles (creator of the historic show Que Locos) starts off the show today telling stories of the legendary Que Locos, why it ended and his health issues that have plagued him recently. Lahna Turner also joins us a bit later in the show to talk about her new documentary "What's Eating Ralphie May?" that Ralphie and she filmed over the last couple years of his life, along with personal footage, home videos, etc. LINKSLahna Turner:INSTAGRAM: @LahnaTurnerrWhatsEatingRalphieMay.com (watch the trailer, sign up for email updates)Mike Robles:INSTAGRAM: @MikeRoblesBuzzGoFundMe: https://bit.ly/2NYfYJYFelipe Esparza:TWITTER: @FunnyFelipeINSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJrINSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr

Comedian Aida Rodriguez stops by the show this week. Talking about her new special on Netflix - part of Tiffany Haddish's "They Ready" standup series. Also sitting in, comedians Momo Rodriguez and Erik Rivera - watch Erik's new special on HBO called "Super White".Aida Rodriguez:INSTAGRAM: @FunnyAidaErik Rivera:INSTAGRAM: @ErikRiveraComedyMomo Rodriguez:INSTAGRAM: @MomoRodriguezFelipe Esparza:TWITTER: @FunnyFelipeINSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedianRodrigo Torres:TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJrINSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr

We've got comedian Rick Izquieta with us in the studio today, sharing a bunch of stories from his time in comedy. Also sitting in, comedian Matt Fulchiron. LINKS Rick Izquieta: INSTAGRAM: @Rick_Izquieta Matt Fulchiron: INSTAGRAM: @TheFullCharge Felipe Esparza: TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr       000004D0 000004D1 0000D66F 0000D670 001D9F78 001D9F78 00008348 00008348 0030B182 0030B182

Comedian Eleanor Kerrigan on the podcast this week! Such a funny, real, honest person. Started as a waitress at the Comedy Store, Mitzi's assistant, Dice's ex-fiance and now a full-fledged solid comedian. Glad to have her on the show and can't wait to have her back for more. Felt like we didn't have enough time with her. LINKS Eleanor Kerrigan: INSTAGRAM: @EJKerrigan Felipe Esparza: TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr       000004CD 000004CD 0001BBFA 0001BBF8 00400C53 00400C53 00008584 00008584 001C6FCB 001C6FCB

Comedian April Macie joins us to talk about her upbringing, standup career, and being a newlywed long-distance. LINKS April Macie: INSTAGRAM: @AprilMacie Felipe Esparza: TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr     00000332 00000332 00017D18 00017D1B 00196173 00196173 0000835B 0000835B 0021A805 0021A805

Comedian Momo Rodriguez this week - listen to his tales of standup, writing and sneaking into Hollywood. LINKS Momo Rodriguez: INSTAGRAM: @MomoRodriguez Felipe Esparza: TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr

On this week's show, we've got actor Joseph Raymond Lucero ("Creeper" from the Mayans on FX). He's got an amazing story of addiction, recovery, change and redemption. Listen and enjoy! LINKS Joseph Lucero: INSTAGRAM: @Joseph_Raymond_Lucero Johnny Roque: INSTAGRAM: @RoqueJohnny Felipe Esparza: TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr   00000634 00000635 0001A93E 0001A93B 001343D6 001343D6 000089C8 000089CB 00441DA7 00441DA7

Our old friend and fan favorite - Comedian Martin Moreno - returns to the show this week with more philosophies on life. Comedian Erik Rivera sits in as well. Thanks for listening! LINKS Martin Moreno: INSTAGRAM: @MartinComic Erik Rivera: INSTAGRAM: @ErikRiveraComedy Felipe Esparza: TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr

This week, we've got actor and former professional skateboarder, Pancho Moler. He talks about switching careers, working with Rob Zombie and his 2 new movies coming out this month. Thanks for listening! LINKS Pancho Moler: INSTAGRAM: @PanchoMolerP Johnny Roque: INSTAGRAM: @RoqueJohnny TWITTER: @JohnnyRoque Felipe Esparza: TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr

Comedian Dannon Green stopped by the All Things Comedy studio this week to talk about his career in comedy, co-founding the legendary "Phat Tuesdays" at the Comedy Store. He also just completed his second film - a documentary on a Philadelphia boxing team. Go follow him and check him out on a show near you! LINKS Dannon Green: INSTAGRAM: @DannonGreen66 Johnny Roque: INSTAGRAM: @RoqueJohnny TWITTER: @JohnnyRoque Felipe Esparza: TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr

No guest this week, so we invited comedians Martin Rizo and Johnny Roque to sit in with us. LINKS Martin Rizo: INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo TWITTER: @ComicMartinRizo Johnny Roque: INSTAGRAM: @RoqueJohnny TWITTER: @JohnnyRoque Felipe Esparza: TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr

Actor Gabriel Pimentel joins us on the podcast this week. He talks about his career in Hollywood for more than 20 years. Comedian Roger Lopez also sits in. LINKS Gabriel Pimentel: INSTAGRAM: @GPWiz Felipe Esparza: TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr

I've been shooting a TV show lately so we didn't have time to get to the All Things Comedy studio this week. So we sat down in my garage with Martin & Johnny to talk about the past couple of weeks. LINKS Johnny Roque: INSTAGRAM: @RoqueJohnny Martin Rizo: TWITTER: @ComicMartinRizo INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo Felipe Esparza: TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr

We've got comedian Roger Lopez on the podcast this week! He talks about being new to the comedy game and what that's like in the L.A. comedy scene right now. Rodrigo is not on the show today because his wife had the baby! He'll be back next week. Also sitting in, Martin Rizo. LINKS Roger Lopez: INSTAGRAM: @RogerLopezComedy Martin Rizo: TWITTER: @ComicMartinRizo INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo Felipe Esparza: TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr

Our old friend, comedian Larry Omaha joins us on the What's Up Fool? podcast this week! LINKS Larry Omaha: TWITTER: @LarryOmaha INSTAGRAM: @LarryOmaha Felipe Esparza: TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr

We've got 2 guests today - Our first guest, first time author Eric Ramos shows us his new children's book, "Super Torta" - available at SuperTortaBook.com. Our second guest is actor Jacob Vargas. What an honor to finally have this guy on the show. He talks about growing up, being a break dancer and then getting into acting, all the great films he's been in (Selena, Mi Familia, Next Friday, etc.) and what he's doing now. Catch him now on the Netflix show, "Mr. Iglesias". LINKS Jacob Vargas: TWITTER: @TheJacobVargas INSTAGRAM: @JacobVargas Eric Ramos: INSTAGRAM: @SuperTorta.Book Felipe Esparza: TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr

We've got L.A. radio personality RaqC in studio this week. She's been a part of L.A. hip hop and bilingual stations for nearly 20 years. You may also remember her from the reality show "Chiquis and RaqC". She sits down with us to talk about her life and career and what she's up to now. LINKS RaqC: SNAP: @RadioRaqC INSTAGRAM: @RaqCsWorld Felipe Esparza: TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr

We're honored to have the frontman from Fishbone - Angelo Moore - on the podcast this week! Check out one of his projects when he's in your town. LINKS Angelo Moore: TWITTER: @FishboneSoldier INSTAGRAM: @DrMaddVibe www.Fishbone.net www.DrMaddVibe.com Felipe Esparza: TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr

We are guest less this week! LINKS Felipe Esparza: TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr

We've got comedian Earl Skakel on the podcast today, talking about the L.A. comedy scene back in the day and now. Earl talks about scandals in his family. Also sitting in, comedian Gina Brillon from NYC, who talks about the NY comedy scene.   EARL: @EarlSkakel GINA: @GBrillon (IG), @GinaBrillon (Twitter) FELIPE: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG), @FunnyFelipe (Twitter) RODRIGO: @RodrigoTorresJR

Our guest this week is comedian Rene Garcia, who we've known for many years. We talk about the L.A. and Houston comedy scenes. Comedian Martin Rizo also sits in. LINKS Rene Garcia : TWITTER: @itsrenegarcia INSTAGRAM: @itsrenegarcia Martin Rizo : TWITTER: @ComicMartinRizo INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo Felipe Esparza: TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr

Our guest this week is Richard Stanley, author of "Up On Game: From Robbing Banks to Stacking Bitcoin". Listen to his crazy stories of robbing banks as a teenager, going to prison and then coming out and thriving as a bitcoin entrepreneur. LINKS Richard Stanley: TWITTER: @UpOnGameBook INSTAGRAM: @UpOnGameBook Felipe Esparza: TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr       000007D1 000007D2 0002406A 0002407B 0020ECE0 0020ECE0 00008F72 00008F72 000D73E0 000D73E0

Our guest this week is Juan Catalan (@JuanCatalan31) from the Netflix documentary "The Long Shot", which chronicles his experience being wrongly accused and tried for a murder he didn't commit - only to be exonerated by a clip from a comedy series on HBO. Also sitting in: Comedian Erik Rivera @ErikRiveraComedy LINKS Felipe Esparza: TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Johnny Roque: TWITTER: @JohnnyRoque INSTAGRAM: @RoqueJohnny         0000087C 0000087D 0001F5C2 0001F5D5 00061AC1 00061AC1 0000913C 0000913C 0000B5D6 0000B5D6

My old friend Ruben Quintana came by this week to talk about a LOT of old comedy stories. He brought our other old friend, chef & former comedian Byron Boykin with him. Funny stories! Please subscribe and listen every week! Rate us on iTunes! LINKS Ruben Quintana: TWITTER: @RQComedian INSTAGRAM: @PenaltyTalks Byron Boykin: TWITTER: @BoykinBros INSTAGRAM: @Byron.Boykin YOUTUBE CHEF CHANNEL: Boykin Bros - Choppin It Up with the Boykin Bros Felipe Esparza: TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Johnny Roque: TWITTER: @JohnnyRoque INSTAGRAM: @RoqueJohnny           00000DA0 00000DA1 00045009 0004501B 0020E60A 0020E60A 0000929B 0000929B 0032FE15 0032FE15

We've got comedian and actor Aries Spears in studio this week! He brought along his opener on the road and co-host of his podcast "The Jew & The Jerk". Go check out Aries at a club or theater near you and subscribe to their podcast (available on all platforms). Please subscribe and listen every week! Rate us on iTunes! LINKS Aries Spears: TWITTER: @AriesSpears INSTAGRAM: @AriesSpears Andy Steinberg: TWITTER: @AndyComedy INSTAGRAM: @ AndyComedy Felipe Esparza: TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr     00000FB9 00000FBA 0002B937 0002B935 003ACD92 003ACD92 00009255 00009255 00503200 00503200

One of our favorite bands returns to the show today - Tropa Magica! They just released a vinyl album that you can get at their shows or on their website (see links in description). Great guys and great music. Enjoy. Please subscribe and listen every week! Rate us on iTunes! LINKS https://www.tropamagica.com Instagram @tropamagica Twitter @tropamagica https://tropamagica.bandcamp.com Felipe Esparza: TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Johnny Roque: TWITTER: @JohnnyRoque INSTAGRAM: @RoqueJohnny

We've got a 2-part show today! Comedian Erik Rivera joins us for the first hour to tell us about his new stand-up special on HBO as part of the Entre Nos series of Latino stand-up. Check that out on all HBO platforms. The 2nd hour brings us the director and cast of "El Chicano" film, a new superhero film with an all Latino cast. Director Ben Hernandez Bray and actor Sal Lopez join us in studio to talk about it. Go see El Chicano starting May 3rd in theaters everywhere. To find a theater near you, go to ElChicanoFilm.com Please subscribe and listen every week! Rate us on iTunes! LINKS Erik Rivera: TWITTER: @ErikRivera INSTAGRAM: @ErikRiveraComedy El Chicano Film: INSTAGRAM: @ElChicanoFilm Felipe Esparza: TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Johnny Roque: TWITTER: @JohnnyRoque INSTAGRAM: @RoqueJohnny

Actor and rapper, Jovan Armand from the new movie Shazam! is on the show this week. He breaks down what it's like embarking on his new rap career, being a child actor and now coming of age in Hollywood. Please subscribe and listen every week! Rate us on iTunes! LINKS Jovan Armand: TWITTER: @JovanArmand INSTAGRAM: @JovanArmandOfficial Felipe Esparza: TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Johnny Roque: TWITTER: @JohnnyRoque INSTAGRAM: @RoqueJohnny

We've got comedian Francisco Ramos in studio this week! Check him out at a show near you! He'll be at the Tampa Improv in May! Francisco: (Twitter) @FranciscoRamos ; (IG) @FRamosComedy Felipe: (Twitter) @FunnyFelipe ; (IG) @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo: (IG) @RodrigoTorresJr Johnny: (Twitter) @JohnnyRoque ; (IG) @RoqueJohnny

We've got comedian, actor, author, Chicago's finest... Anthony Griffith on the show this week! Anthony has had a steady career in comedy and acting since the 90s. He's written a new book about his experiences in comedy, which also reveals his experiences with several life tragedies along the way. Check out his new book, "Behind the Laughter: A Comedian's Tale of Tragedy and Hope" - available for purchase everywhere now. Please subscribe and listen every week! Rate us on iTunes! LINKS Anthony Griffith: TWITTER: @MrLaffAlot INSTAGRAM: @ComedianAnthonyGriffith Felipe Esparza: TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr

Comedian & writer Mike Young joins us in the All Things Comedy studio this week to talk about working in both standup comedy and screenwriting, writing books, etc. He's doing it all and he's seen a lot in life. Listen to some of Mike's interesting stories and factoids. Enjoy! Please subscribe and listen every week! Rate us on iTunes! LINKS Mike Young: TWITTER: @RealMikeYoung INSTAGRAM: @TheRealMikeYoung Felipe Esparza: TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr

We've got comedian Esther Ku in the All Things Comedy studio this week. Interesting comic from Chicago who went from a religious family of 5 kids to telling jokes at the AVN awards this year. We talk about a bunch of random things today. Hope you enjoy it! Please subscribe and listen every week! Rate us on iTunes! LINKS Esther Ku: TWITTER: @EstherKuKu INSTAGRAM: @EstherKuKu Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod @LesaInLA INSTAGRAM: @LesaInLA Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

This week on the show, comedian Amir K! On his way up - keep an eye on this guy and go see him when he's in your town! Please subscribe and listen every week! Rate us on iTunes! LINKS Amir K: TWITTER: @AmirComedy INSTAGRAM: @AmirComedy Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod @LesaInLA INSTAGRAM: @LesaInLA Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

This week on the show, Jorge Diaz and JR Villarreal - actors from the new movie on HBO, "High & Mighty". Please subscribe and listen every week! Rate us on iTunes! LINKS Jorge Diaz: TWITTER: @IAmJorgeDiaz INSTAGRAM: @IAmJorgeDiaz JR Villarreal: INSTAGRAM: @InstantRealJerk Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod @LesaInLA INSTAGRAM: @LesaInLA Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

Comedian Jessimae Peluso joins us in the All Things Comedy studio this week! Please subscribe and listen every week! Rate us on iTunes! LINKS Jessimae Peluso: TWITTER: @JessimaePeluso INSTAGRAM: @JessimaePeluso Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod @LesaInLA INSTAGRAM: @LesaInLA Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

Our old friend, comedian Manny Maldonado in studio this week! Please subscribe and listen every week! Rate us on iTunes! LINKS Manny Maldonado: TWITTER: @MannyMaldonado INSTAGRAM: @Manny2theMax Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod @LesaInLA INSTAGRAM: @LesaInLA Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

We've got actor Michel Duval in the studio this week. Check him out on SyFy's Deadly Class! Please subscribe and listen every week! Rate us on iTunes! LINKS Michel Duval: TWITTER: @Michel_Duval INSTAGRAM: @Mich_Duval Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod @LesaInLA INSTAGRAM: @LesaInLA Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

The man, the myth, the legend... comedian Jamie Kennedy is on the show this week! When I say we go way back, I'm not lying - since about 25 years ago when I did my very first open mic at Natural Fudge Cafe. Loved having him on the show today and I hope we can have him back again soon. Please subscribe and listen every week! Rate us on iTunes! LINKS Jamie Kennedy: TWITTER: @JamieKennedy INSTAGRAM: @TheJamieKennedy Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod @LesaInLA INSTAGRAM: @LesaInLA Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

Comedian Zainab Johnson joins us this week in the All Things Comedy studio! Please subscribe and listen every week! Rate us on iTunes! LINKS Zainab Johnson: TWITTER: @ZainabJohnson INSTAGRAM: @ ZainabJohnson Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod @LesaInLA INSTAGRAM: @LesaInLA Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

Guest this week overslept so it's just us in studio this time. Please subscribe and listen every week! Rate us on iTunes! LINKS Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod @LesaInLA INSTAGRAM: @LesaInLA Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

One of our favorites returns to the show - Mr. Joey "Coco" Diaz. Please subscribe and listen every week! Rate us on iTunes! LINKS Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod @LesaInLA INSTAGRAM: @LesaInLA Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

Just us again without a guest this week. Talking about R. Kelly and all those other artists with "similar preferences", talking about movies and of course drugs. Please subscribe and listen every week! Rate us on iTunes! LINKS Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod @LesaInLA INSTAGRAM: @LesaInLA Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

Just us 3 with our friend from Boyle Heights, Mescalito from East of the River. He plays a few tracks for us from his new album "Peyote Cactus" and sits in while we tell stories about everything that's happened in the last few weeks. Enjoy!

We've got el mero mero in studio today! Actor, writer, activist Enrique Castillo! You may know him from Blood In, Blood Out, Mi Familia, or as Cesar on Weeds. He's been in a ton of TV shows and films as well as theater. Listen and enjoy! Please subscribe and listen every week! Rate us on iTunes! LINKS Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod @LesaInLA INSTAGRAM: @LesaInLA Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

No guest today. Just us talking about why we had to cancel last week. Please subscribe and listen every week! Rate us on iTunes! LINKS Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod @LesaInLA INSTAGRAM: @LesaInLA Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

Hanging out with comedian Rachel Wolfson - the creator of the popular social media account @WolfieMemes. She also has her comedy page @WolfieComedy. Very funny. Light one up and join us for the conversation. Please subscribe and listen every week! Rate us on iTunes! LINKS Rachel Wolfson: TWITTER: @WolfieComedy @WolfieMemes INSTAGRAM: @WolfieComedy @WolfieMemes Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod @LesaInLA INSTAGRAM: @LesaInLA Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

Just 3 of us in studio this week - no guest. Talking about past Thanksgivings and other family traumas... Please subscribe and listen every week! Rate us on iTunes! LINKS Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod @LesaInLA INSTAGRAM: @LesaInLA Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

Infamous hip-hop DJs the Baka Boyz - Nick and Eric Vidal in studio this week! These guys started the whole hip hop radio show format - just 2 fat Mexicans from Bakersfield joining 2 fat Mexicans in the podcast world... Listen to their syndicated morning show every day on Dash radio - download the Dash Radio app and listen. Enjoy!   SOCIAL MEDIA Baka Boyz: IG - @TheBakaBoyz TWITTER - @TheBakaBoyz Felipe: IG - @FelipeEsparzaComedian TWITTER - @FunnyFelipe Rodrigo: IG - @RodrigoTorresJr Twitter - @RodrigoTorresJr

Comedian George Perez and his co-host of GPS podcast, Sidedick Eddie, join the What's Up Fool? podcast this week! @GeorgePComedy @SidedickEddie @FelipeEsparzaComedian @RodrigoTorresJR

We had to bring East of the River back into the studio this week because they have some new music. We talk about where they are now in the rap game, creepy fan dudes and female fans who always want to give advice to other women.  Please subscribe and listen every week! LINKS EAST OF THE RIVER: TWITTER: @EOTRNetwork @VivaMescal @Zzay92 @DontSleepOnYourself INSTAGRAM: @EOTRNetwork @VivaMescal @Zzay92 @DontSleepOnYourself Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod @LesaInLA INSTAGRAM: @LesaInLA  Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

Comedian, Finesse Mitchell, joins us to talk about his years on SNL and getting back into comedy. Watch his new special on Showtime, starting this week! It's called "The Spirit Told Me To Tell You" . Please subscribe and listen every week! LINKS Finesse Mitchell: FACEBOOK: @finessemitchell TWITTER: @Finessemitchell INSTAGRAM: @FINESSEMITCHELL Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod @LesaInLA INSTAGRAM: @LesaInLA  Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

Just the three of us in the studio this week. We wll be back after a short break. Please subscribe and listen every week! LINKS Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod @LesaInLA INSTAGRAM: @LesaInLA  Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

Hanging out with percussionist Eric Bobo (of Cypress Hill, Beastie Boys and much more). Son of jazz legend Willie Bobo. Check out Cypress Hill's newest album, "Elephants on Acid" available now wherever you buy music. Shout out to BRealTV studios for letting us use their space this week! Please subscribe and listen every week! LINKS Eric Bobo: TWITTER: @EricBobo INSTAGRAM: @Eric_Bobo Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod @LesaInLA INSTAGRAM: @LesaInLA  Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

Just the two of us (3 of us) in the studio this week. We have no live guest, but we had Felipe's brother Angel call in from Tijuana. Please subscribe and listen every week! LINKS Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod @LesaInLA INSTAGRAM: @LesaInLA  Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

We've got comedian Ray Lipowski on today's episode. Started in Chicago as a postal worker, took his chances on a comedy contest and 19 years later, never looked back. He's one of only a handful of white guys to kill it on Def Jam. Very, very funny guy. Check him out at a show near you on his own or sometimes opening for Deray Davis. LINKS Ray Lipowski:  TWITTER: @realraylipowski INSTAGRAM: @comedianlipowski     Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod @LesaInLA INSTAGRAM: @LesaInLA  Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

We have a lot of fools in the studio today... First, we have Beto Duran from Goldenboy Boxing, Living the Dream Podcast, etc., talking about the upcoming Canelo v GGG fight in Vegas. Then we have the filmmaker and lead actor in the upcoming biopic "Kilroy" - the story of the life of former gang member and Mexican Mafia co-founder Ernest "Kilroy" Roybal. Kilroy is older and in bad health right now, so he wasn't able to join us, but Paul Morales (director/writer and also former gang member) and actor Wilson Ramirez talk about the movie and Kilroy's life as well as gang life and what it's like now that all of that is behind them. Follow Kilroy The Movie on Facebook for updates on release date, locations to see the movie, etc. LINKS Paul Morales: Facebook.com/PaulMorey (Facebook) Wilson Ramirez: @ActorWilsonRamirez (Instagram) Facebook.com/KilroyTheMovie Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod @LesaInLA INSTAGRAM: @LesaInLA  Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

Luis Banuelos has been working comedy rooms for several years now, all while holding down a blue collar job as a wrought iron worker. He's an interesting dude, kind of quirky, kind of like your dad's buddy from work, but he grows on you.  Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Luis Banuelos:  INSTAGRAM: @BanuelosWroughtIronWorks Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod @LesaInLA INSTAGRAM: @LesaInLA  Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

We've got musician Julio Morones in studio with us this week. He's a blind, self-taught musician from Los Angeles who is a one-man-band. Enjoy Julio Morones y su Teclado Magico.  Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Julio Morones:  Facebook: facebook.com/Julio.Morones To book Julio: 323-842-0264 Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod @LesaInLA INSTAGRAM: @LesaInLA  Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

Comedian Lahna Turner returns to the What’s Up Fool? Podcast to talk about life after husband Ralphie May’s passing as well as the new documentary/stand-up special that she’s working on with footage from the last few years of his life. Support the production of "Love You, Ralphie" - a documentary/stand-up comedy special with never before seen footage of Ralphie behind the scenes and on stage performing during the last few years of his life. Check out the video message and the list of perks you can get for your contributions. Any amount helps.: igg.me/at/RalphieMay FOLLOW US: Guest: Lahna Turner Twitter/IG: @LahnaTurner Felipe Esparza: Twitter: @FunnyFelipe IG: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Tour dates: FelipesWorld.com/TOUR Rodrigo Torres: Twitter: @RodrigoTorresJr IG: @RodrigoTorresJr Lesa (producer): @WhatsUpFoolPod Catch past episodes here: FelipesWorld.com/PODCAST

We've got actor, producer and writer, Rafael Agustin in studio with us this week. Started out as an actor and got into writing and producing later and has been a writer on Jane the Virgin for the last 2 seasons. He's currently working on a new pilot based on his life experiences as a formerly undocumented teen in Los Angeles. Rafael: @MrRafaelAgustin (IG/Twitter) Felipe: @FelipeEsparzaComedian (IG)            @FunnyFelipe (Twitter) Rodrigo: @RodrigoTorresJr (IG/Twitter)

We've got comedian Byron Bowers in studio this week. Very funny guy, very well traveled, a lot of life experience. Enjoy!! Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Byron Bowers: TWITTER: @ByronBowers INSTAGRAM: @ByronBowers Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod @LesaInLA INSTAGRAM: @LesaInLA  Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

This week we've got comedian and paranormal expert Karen Rontowski in the studio. She talks about her early days in comedy as well as the creepy things that she sees on the road. She even does a Tarot Card reading for Felipe, Rodrigo and Lesa.  Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Karen Rontowski: TWITTER: @Rontowski INSTAGRAM: @Rontowski Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod @LesaInLA INSTAGRAM: @LesaInLA  Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

My schedule has been crazy this week but we were able to fit in a recording session last night at my house. Video is up on facebook (it was live last night). Enjoy! We'll be back in the studio next week!. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod @LesaInLA INSTAGRAM: @LesaInLA  Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

We've got Brian Holtzman in the studio this week. I have known him for over twenty years. Sometimes it's a little hard to tell if he is being serious or not- ;) - but we always have a good time.  Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Brian Holtzman: TWITTER: @BrianHoltzman INSTAGRAM: @HoltzmanBrian Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod @LesaInLA INSTAGRAM: @LesaInLA  Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

Because I've been out of town all week, we didn't have time to do a podcast in the studio. So Rodrigo and I did a short podcast in the Lyft on the way to the airport. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod @LesaInLA INSTAGRAM: @LesaInLA  Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

We've got comedian Skyler Stone with us this week. Skyler has been around for a while acting and doing stand-up, making friends with the A-list. Today he talks about how he started in comedy and acting, his wife and kids and his recent sobriety and some Academy Award worthy performances in his life. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Skyler Stone: TWITTER: @TheSkylerStone INSTAGRAM: @TheSkylerStone Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod @LesaInLA INSTAGRAM: @LesaInLA Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com #sobriety #rehab #vicodin #oxyconton #addiction #alcoholism #recovery #comedy #standup #latino #gabrieliglesias #felipeesparza #latinocomic #mexicancomedian

Rodrigo is back from Mexico and we didn't have a guest this week, so it's just the 2 (3) of us. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

We have comedian Lydia Popovich in the studio today talking about how the comedy game has been for her so far in her career, what it was like working in the Bay Area vs L.A. and we've got Johnny Roque sitting in Rodrigo's chair since Rodrigo is in Mexico this week. We also talk about all the recent drama in the comedy world. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Lydia Popovich: TWITTER: @HaterTuesday INSTAGRAM: @ HaterTuesday Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Johnny Roque: TWITTER: @JohnnyRoque INSTAGRAM: @RoqueJohnny Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

The always hilarious comedian Dominique showed up this week in our studio! We got into a lot about comedy and the "process", but not really... Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Dominique: TWITTER: @DominiqueComedi INSTAGRAM: @DominiqueComedi Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

We've got the hosts of the Drama Club Podcast - Stef & May - sitting in on the podcast today. They hit me up on twitter and asked for a shout out, so I decided to give them a spot on the show to promote their new podcast . Listen to their weekly podcast where they discuss celebrity scandals and gossip. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Drama Club Podcast: TWITTER: @DramaClubPod INSTAGRAM: @DramaClubPod Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Mando Pacheco (logo designer) IG: @MKBrands77

Kind of a Just the 2 of Us episode again, but we asked our friend, weed comic Stoner Rob to sit in with us in the studio. Check him out opening for Tommy Chong or in Las Vegas at the first ever marijuana comedy club "Isaac's" in North Las Vegas starting in July. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

No guest today. Just talking about random things. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

We've got our friend, comedian Brent Weinbach on the podcast today! Super funny guy, weird sense of humor. I always like weird and funny and that's why I have had this guy open on some of my shows in the past. He always kills. In addition to his stand-up, he's done some viral videos, some writing and now he's releasing a new special called "Appealing to the Mainstream" which can be streamed on itunes, Amazon, and wherever else you watch streaming video. Check it out! Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Brent Weinbach: TWITTER: @BrentWeinbach INSTAGRAM: @BrentWeinbachFan Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com #Comedy #Standup #Latino #MexicanAmerican #Pocho #Chicano #Sinaloa #BoyleHeights #EastLA #BornInEastLA #LosAngeles #Filipino #cholos #homeboyindustries #LastComicStanding #GeorgeLopez #FelipeEsparza #GabrielIglesias #butitwasfunnyhuh #PaulRodriguez #BrentWeinbach #comedian #AllThingsComedy #GangsterPartyLine

My new friend Jimmy O. Yang - actor and comedian - dropped by the studio this week to talk about the new season of Silicon Valley and his character Jian Yang as well as his new book, "How To American: An Immigrant's Guide to Disappointing Your Parents". Check out his new book available everywhere! Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Jimmy O. Yang: TWITTER: @FunnyAsianDude INSTAGRAM: @FunnyAsianDude Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

So exciting to have this guy in the studio. Estevan Oriol is a world-famous photographer who got his start as tour manager for Cypress Hill and House of Pain among others. He talks about his career, new projects and what he still hasn't had a chance to accomplish. Episode sponsored by MeUndies and ZipRecruiter.com! Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Estevan Oriol: TWITTER: @JokerBrand INSTAGRAM: @EstevanOriol Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com #Comedy #StandUpComedy #LatinoComedy #Mexican #Pocho #Chicano #ChicanoPhotographer #StreetPhotography #Cholo #Lowrider #BoyleHeights #EastLA #EastLosAngeles #streetlow #barriogirls #LastComicStanding #GabrielIglesias #GeorgeLopez #PaulRodriguez

The return of comedian Tobe Hixx today and he brought his friend, comedian Jamal Doman. The two of them just started a new podcast called Dope Dealers Podcast. Listen to them as they join us and talk about their new show and what they've been up to lately. Episode sponsored by eHarmony.com and ForHIMS.com! Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Tobe Hixx: TWITTER: @TobeHixx INSTAGRAM: @TobeHixx INSTAGRAM: @DopeDealerPodcast Jamal Doman: TWITTER: @JamalDoman INSTAGRAM: @JamalDoman Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr

We've got comedian Frank Castillo on the show today! Frank's a pretty new comedian on the scene, but he's very funny and headliners already recognize that and take him out on the road. He also won Roast Battle II and co-hosts the "Verbal Violence" podcast. Despite that, he's still a guy working the door at the Comedy Store and trying to become a paid regular, all while writing and performing and getting better. Listen to what it's like getting started in comedy and what the daily grind is like for someone at his level.  Episode sponsored by VapeXhale.com! Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Frank Castillo: TWITTER: @FrankCComedy INSTAGRAM: @FrankCastillo Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

We've got Jammin' Jay Lamont on our show today - one of my favorite performers. He's funny, he's super talented and he's an all-around entertainer. Check him out at our shows in Los Angeles March 2018. Episode sponsored by ZipRecruiter.com! Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Jay Lamont: TWITTER: @JamminJayLamont INSTAGRAM: @JamminJayLamont Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

We're back doing our first call-in show in a long time. We take your calls for over an hour. Episode sponsored by #MeUndies and #Spotify - Listen to us on Spotify now!! Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

We've got local designer David Aguirre in studio today talking about his company Pinetration, who was probably the first in the L.A. area to start making pins and accessories with a Latino cultural twist. Sponsored by ForHims.com Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Pinetration: TWITTER: @Pinetration INSTAGRAM: @Pinetration WEBSITE: Pinetration818.com  Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

We've got filmmaker Phillip Rodriguez in the studio this week. This guy has been making documentaries for over 20 years. He's here to talk about his latest film, "The Rise and Fall of the Brown Buffalo", a documentary on the bigger-than-life Chicano activist, lawyer, author and icon, Oscar Zeta Acosta. *Airs March 23rd, 9PM on PBS and PBS digital after it premieres. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Phillip Rodriguez: TWITTER: @BrownBuffaloPBS INSTAGRAM: @BrownBuffaloProject  Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

BONUS EPISODE! We sat down with the hottest rising hip hop artist right now - Kap G. Born and raised in Atlanta by his immigrant parents, he's been working since he was a teenager to make it in the music business. Had some commercial success with "Girlfriend" & recently the Eagles were playing his song "Rings" in the locker room after their Superbowl win. Remember his name because he's about to blow up. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Kap G: TWITTER: @TheRealKapG INSTAGRAM: @TheRealKapG Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod #KapG #MexicanRapper #Atlanta #AtlantaRapper #MexicanAmerican #Pharrell #TI #dirtysouth #outkast #nelly #hiphop #ChicanoRap

Comedian Matt Fulchiron joins us today. We started comedy around the same time, but he's been on the road so much that we never spent a lot of time together. Check out his podcast "The Full Charge" on All Things Comedy. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Matt Fulchiron: TWITTER: @TheFullCharge INSTAGRAM: @TheFullCharge Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

Our guest didn't show today, so we'll reschedule and in the meantime, here's a just the 2 of us. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

We've got the band formerly known as Thee Commons on the show today. They're launching their brand new project "Tropa Magica" and "Thee Commons" is coming to an end. They talk about how they got started in music, where everything is going now and they play a little bit of their new sound. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Tropa Magica: TWITTER: @TheeCommons/@TropaMagica INSTAGRAM: @TheeCommons/@TropaMagica Soundcloud.com/TropaMagica Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

We've got Cece Valencia, better known as Cece the Mamacita, who's been a voice of hip hop in Los Angeles for the last 15 years. She's currently on Power 106 and 93.5 KDAY. Cece talks about how she got her start and what it's been like over the years working as a radio talent in hip-hop. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Tom Rhodes: TWITTER: @IAmCeceValencia INSTAGRAM: @IAmCeceValencia Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

Our old friend, comedian Tom Rhodes came by this week to talk about all of the things he's experienced over his career. This guy has done it all - stand-up during the 80s comedy boom in San Francisco, he got a sitcom development deal around the time all the comics were getting deals and then he went to Europe to start another phase of his career. Check out his brand new comedy album "All Hail Laughter". Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Tom Rhodes: TWITTER: @_TomRhodes INSTAGRAM: @_TomRhodes Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com #Comedy #StandUpComedy #LastComicStanding #MrRhodesShow #amsterdam #raymannislaat #Rotterdam #latino #chicano #MexicanAmerican #MexicanComedian #LatinoComedian #GabrielIglesias #GeorgeLopez #PaulRodriguez #LatinoPodcast #TopLatinoPodcast #BoyleHeights #EastLA #Lowrider

Actress Vannessa Vasquez from the Hulu series East Los High joins us today in studio. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Vannessa Vasquez: TWITTER: @VannessitaV INSTAGRAM: @ VannessitaV Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com #Comedian #Mexican #Comedy #FelipeEsparza #Latinopodcast #lastcomicstanding #translatethis #eastloshigh

The return of our good friend and maybe favorite guest, Martin Moreno. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Martin Moreno: TWITTER: @MartinComic INSTAGRAM: @MartinComic Felipe Esparza: TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com #Chicano #MexicanAmerican #LosAngeles #BoyleHeights #FatherGreg #HomeboyIndustries #GabrielIglesias #GeorgeLopez #StandUpComedy #CheechAndChong #LastComicStanding

Our old friend Robert Zapata stops by to talk about the L.A. comedy scene as he's experiencing it now and back in the day, growing up with a well known musician father and being a brand new family man. Go see his show Jan 16 at Ontario Improv - just $10, people... *Episode sponsored by Zip Recruiter Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Robert Zapata: TWITTER: @RobertZapata INSTAGRAM: @RobertZapata Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod #chicano #latinocomedy #lastcomicstanding #felipeesparza #gabrieliglesias #georgelopez #paulrodriguez #hollywood #boyleheights #eastla #cholos #lowriders #MexicanAmerican #Mexican #Tierra #CannibalandtheHeadhunters

We've got comedian, writer, producer and activist, Rebecca Corry in studio with us this week! She stopped by to talk about being part of some big news stories lately and also brought her 2 dogs with her to spread the word about her foundation Stand Up For Pits. Listen, enjoy, subscribe, rate us on iTunes! LINKS Rebecca Corry: TWITTER: @TheRebeccaCorry TWITTER: @SUFPFoundation INSTAGRAM: @StandUpForPitsFoundation Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena #StandupComic #Latino #Chicano #LastComicStanding #Immigrant #Pitbulls #Pits #dogfighting #rescuedog #rescuepits #RebeccaCorry #LouisCK #sexualharassment #StandupComedy #hollywood #boyleheights

We've got an interesting guest today. I found this guy on Instagram and he seemed pretty cool, seemed like a paisa cholo. Then I realized he was also a puppeteer who performs with marionettes. Strange combination and I had to find out more about him. *Forgive the sound. The studio had issues today... Felipe Twitter: FunnyFelipe Instagram: FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Twitter & IG: RodrigoTorresJr Cain - Instagram: Puppetmaster213

We got Pachanga with us today! The amazing actor Luis Guzman sits down with us to talk about his career as an actor and growing up in New York City. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Luis Guzman: TWITTER: @IAmLuisGuzman INSTAGRAM: @LoueyFromtheHood Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

We've got Kid from Kid n Play on the show today! Not only is he an old school rap icon, he's also a hustler who worked his ass off becoming a comedian on the side while things slowed down in rap and movies. We ended up working together many times. This guy has paid his dues as a comic, too. Listen, enjoy, subscribe, rate us on iTunes! LINKS Kid: TWITTER: @KidfromKidnPlay INSTAGRAM: @KidfromKidnPlay Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena

Mixing it up a little bit, dropping a little early this week and we've got Lesa on the mic during our Just the 2 of Us session! Enjoy! Follow us! Felipe - Twitter: @FunnyFelipe; IG: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo - Twitter: @RodrigoTorresJr; IG: @RodrigoTorresJr Lesa - Twitter: @LesaInLA; IG: @LesaInLA

We've got fellow All Things Comedy podcaster and comedian Dean Delray on the show today. Dean talks about working in music, becoming a comedian his battle with diabetes and how the hell he gets all those famous guests on his Let There Be Talk podcast. Listen, enjoy, subscribe, rate us on iTunes! LINKS Brody: TWITTER: @ DeanDelray INSTAGRAM: @DeanDelray Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena

Well, we tried to get this episode up before the world series game 7… Just some L.A. guys who love baseball and the Dodgers! This guy Brody Stevens knows his stuff. He's a sports nut, but mostly baseball, does stand-up comedy and always pops up in movies and TV shows here and there. Super knowledgeable about a million and one facts. Enjoy! Listen, enjoy, subscribe, rate us on iTunes! LINKS Brody: TWITTER: @ BrodyIsMeFriend INSTAGRAM: @BrodyIsMeFriend Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena

We did our podcast live in Phoenix for the All Things Comedy podcast festival. We invited fellow ATC podcaster Kate Quigley to be our guest so we could have more women podcasters at the festival. She's had an interesting life as a midwestern late bloomer who moved to L.A. to be a comedian. Listen to her tales of what it's like to be a woman in comedy, dating in L.A. and experiencing her first one night stand in her 30s. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Kate Quigley: TWITTER: @KateQFunny INSTAGRAM: @KateQFunny Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

We gathered all the fools for this podcast and even gave Lesa a mic… After the show in Reno this weekend, we sat down with the statistic savant Larry Bubbles Brown and also the manager Lesa and talked about the weekend, the world series and baseball and porn. Listen, enjoy, subscribe, rate us on iTunes! LINKS Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena #comedy #StandUpComedy #Reno #LastComicStanding #FelipeEsparza #Chicano #Pocho #Immigrant #Dodgers #WorldSeries2017 #Mexican

No guest today because we're recording in Canada! We're in Edmonton, Alberta Canada this week. Managed to do a Just the 2 of Us episode. I don't know what we talked about for 2 hours, but I hope it wasn't the weather! Listen, enjoy, subscribe, rate us on iTunes! LINKS Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena

I've wanted to have this guest on for a while because she has such an interesting story. Yesi Ortiz is now the Assistant Music Director and on air mid-days for L.A.'s top hip hop station Power 106. But she's overcome a lot of obstacles to get to this point, including adopting her sister's 6 children when she was just 25 years old. Listen as Yesi tells the tales of working in radio and building a career while still keeping it real with her family. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Yesi Ortiz: TWITTER: @YesiOrtiz INSTAGRAM: @YesiOrtiz Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Our guest today portrayed one of the best characters I've ever seen in a movie before. Efren Ramirez, better known as Pedro from Napoleon Dynamite joins us in studio today! We also learn that he and I have something else in common... Have a great weekend! Listen, enjoy, subscribe, rate us on iTunes! LINKS Efren: TWITTER: @EfrenRamirez INSTAGRAM: @TheReal.EfrenRamirez Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena #Comedy #StandUpComedy #Mexican #American #Pocho #Immigrant #TranslateThis #VoteForPedro #NapoleonDynamite #Chicano #LatinoComedy #Latinopodcast

I've been hounding this guy to come on the show for a long time. He hit me up the other day and said, "let's do it, brother". Comedian Earthquake is on the show today! I don't think Rodrigo & I stopped laughing for one minute on this episode. Hope you guys enjoy it too. Go check out Earthquake at a live show soon. Listen, enjoy, subscribe, rate us on iTunes! LINKS Earthquake: TWITTER: @RealEarthquake INSTAGRAM: @TheRealEarthquake Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena

We're back with another Just the 2 of Us episode this week. But we're actually 3 today because Adam Murray flew into L.A. to escape Hurricane Irma in Orlando, so we let him sit in the studio with us. We get caught up with each other and we learn a little more about Adam's background and childhood. Hope you enjoy! Listen, enjoy, subscribe, rate us on iTunes! LINKS Adam Murray: TWITTER: @AdamMurrayLive INSTAGRAM: @AdamMurrayLive Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena #Comedy #StandupComedy #LastComicStanding #FelipeEsparza #ChicanoComedian #MexicanComedian #LatinoComedian #Orlando #GabrielIglesias #GeorgeLopez #childabuse

We've got Cholo Fit in studio with us today! Well, really just the comedian behind Cholo Fit (Creeper) and a bunch of other characters. We've known Frankie Quinones for a while now - worked with him a couple times in the bay area. Now he's down in L.A. and growing into his own. Listen, enjoy, subscribe, rate us on iTunes! LINKS Frankie Quinones: TWITTER: @FrankieQuinones INSTAGRAM: @FrankieQuinones Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena #Comedy #StandUpComedy #Chicano #LatinoComedian #LastComicStanding #CholoFit #Creeper #FelipeEsparza #GabrielIglesias #MasMejor #GeorgeLopez

We're in the studio this week with rappers Viva Mescal and Mad Macks from the East of the River network (EOTR) - a group of young up and coming artists and musicians, mostly from East L.A. and Boyle Heights. I go way back with Mescal's family from the projects of Boyle Heights. But these guys are working hard to make things happen in their community and beyond. Listen to our interview with them and also Paul Rodriguez calls in to talk about his new play that covers the difficulty of pitching (and getting) a Latino show on TV... Listen, enjoy, subscribe, rate us on iTunes! LINKS Viva Mescal: TWITTER: @Mescalito3D / @EOTRNetwork INSTAGRAM: @VivaMescal / @EOTRNetwork Mad Macks: TWITTER: @MadMacks_ / @EOTRNetwork INSTAGRAM: @MadMacks_ / @EOTRNetwork Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena #Comedy #StandUpComedy #Chicano #Latino #HipHop #EastoftheRiver #EOTR #VivaMescal #MadMacks #Mescalito #BoyleHeights #EastLA #PaulRodriguez #GeorgeLopez #GabrielIglesias #LastComicStanding #Latinocomedy #LatinoRap

I've known comedian Al Berman since I started comedy. He had come from an east coast upbringing, a NY punk scene and a background of addiction. Came to L.A., got clean, joined the comedy scene. He now still dabbles in comedy and has just started a podcast, his "Sober Man Podcast" which you can find on iTunes or Google Music. Listen, enjoy, subscribe, rate us on iTunes! LINKS Al Berman: TWITTER: @AlBermanComic Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena #Comedy #StandUpComedy #LatinoComedian #Chicano #PunkMusic #GeorgeLopez #GabrielIglesias

MC Pancho and his wife Chamorita dropped by the studio today. He is such an interesting guy with a striking look that is both interesting and intimidating. Started out rapping underground and making mix tapes that ended up blowing up in Japan, then he became a cultural icon - from his tattoo work to his facial hair and clothing, this guy's style is quintessential Chicano. But of course like most of our guests, this guy has a surprising side that shows us why you should never judge a book by it's cover. Listen, enjoy, subscribe, rate us on iTunes! LINKS MC Pancho: INSTAGRAM: @MCPancho2 @Chamorita13 Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena

Today we have one of the hottest underground hip-hop artists around - 2Mex! This guy has worked his ass off and recently has gone through some health issues that caused him to lose his leg. He's been through a lot of struggle but still managed to come out with a brand new album inspired by everything he went through. And he's a big fan of the What's Up Fool podcast. Go check him out at a show near you! Listen, enjoy, subscribe, rate us on iTunes! LINKS 2Mex: TWITTER: @2MexLA INSTAGRAM: @2MexOMD www.ILove2Mex.com Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena #Comedy #StandUpComedy #LastComicStanding #Chicano #MexicanAmerican #LatinoComedian #MexicanComedian #2Mex #OMD #ChicanoRap #LatinHipHop #GabrielIglesias #GeorgeLopez #PaulRodriguez #CarlosMencia

George and I go back a while. George has some amazing stories, he's been through some shit and then some and now he's on the other side of it, turning things around and getting back in the game. Check out his "George Perez Stories" podcast and check him out at the Comedy Store in Hollywood when you can. You won't be sorry. Listen, enjoy, subscribe, rate us on iTunes! LINKS George Perez: TWITTER: @GeorgePComedy INSTAGRAM: @GeorgePComedy Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena #Comedy #standupcomedy #GeorgePerezStories #DeathSquad #TakeAShowerWhitePower #PrisonStories #redemptionstories #Chicano #mexicanamerican #Pocho #GabrielIglesias #GeorgeLopez #PaulRodriguez #LatinoComedy

Here's a comedian who has tried every hustle possible to make it in comedy. He's had a million different rooms he's put together in Hollywood over the years, he had a TV show on Spike, he's been on Howard Stern, you name it, he's done it. He's also the host of 2 podcasts on All Things Comedy - Punch Drunk Sports and Tin Foil Hat so go check those out now! Listen, enjoy, subscribe, rate us on iTunes! LINKS Sam Tripoli: TWITTER: @SamTripoli INSTAGRAM: @SamTripoli Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena #Comedy #StandUpComedy #SunsetStrip #ComedyStore #LaughFactory #MexicanComedian #LatinoComedian #LastComicStanding #SpikeTV

You don't get to witness much new stuff in stand-up comedy these days, but our old friend Ahmed Ahmed was the first to start Muslim/Middle East comedy in the American stand-up world about 10 years ago and we got to witness it taking off. He stopped by the show this week to talk about how he got into comedy, how his parents reacted to him wanting to be a comedian, and our old Hollywood stomping grounds when we were young comedians. Listen, enjoy, subscribe, rate us on iTunes! LINKS Ahmed Ahmed: TWITTER: @AhmedComedy INSTAGRAM: @AhmedComedy www.AhmedAhmed.com Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena #Comedy #StandupComedy #MiddleEastern #Chicano #ArabComedy #AxisofEvilComedy #ArabianNights #MuslimComedy #Egyptian #Mexican #LatinoComedy #LatinoComedian #LastComicStanding #GabrielIglesias #GeorgeLopez #PaulRodriguez #CarlosMencia #MazJobrani

I've known each of these comics separately in my comedy career. Now they're all grown up, married, doing an Endless Honeymoon tour this summer all while solving the gentrification problem in our inner cities. Listen, enjoy, subscribe, rate us on iTunes! LINKS Moshe Kasher: TWITTER: @MosheKasher INSTAGRAM: @MosheKasher www.MosheKasher.com Natasha Leggero: TWITTER: @NatashaLeggero INSTAGRAM: @NatashaLeggero www.NatashaLeggero.com Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena #Comedy #StandUpComedy #MarriageAdvice #RelationshipAdvice #Chicano #Latino #MexicanComedian #LastComicStanding #TheChamps #MosheKasher #NatashaLeggero

We've had so many guests the last couple months that we decided to do another Just the 2 of Us episode so we could catch up. Enjoy! Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena #Comedy #StandUpComedy #Chicano #Latino #MexicanPodcast #LastComicStanding #LatinoComedian

To say this guy knows us from day 1 is an understatement. Martin Moreno has been touring with Gabriel Iglesias for about 12 years now. Before that, we were young comics struggling for years together on hell gigs, bar shows and anything that paid at least $20. We haven't seen Martin for about 6 years, maybe more and he made it a reunion by bringing his son Hooter and our old friend Ivan (Gabriel's assistant who I used to work with at Dodger Stadium). Listen as we talk about a bunch of road stories, sex, drugs, depravity and redemption. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Martin Moreno: TWITTER: @MartinComic INSTAGRAM: @MartinComic Hooter Moreno: TWITTER: @HooterMoreno INSTAGRAM: @HooterMoreno Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena #Comedy #StandUpComedy #Chicano #Latino #LatinoComedy #MexicanAmericans #FluffyGuy #GabrielIglesias #GeorgeLopez #PaulRodriguez #CarlosMencia #LatinoPodcasts #DrugAddiction #Partying

Our friend Anthony "Citric" Campos returns to talk about his continuing role on season 2 of Lopez on TVLand, his role on the developing comedy "Tons of Anarchy" and a discussion of pretty much everything you can think of. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Anthony "Citric" Campos: TWITTER/INSTAGRAM/SNAP: @BigCitric LOPEZ SHOW: @LopezOnTVLand Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena #Comedy #StandUpComedy #LopezOnTVLand #Fifty150 #GeorgeLopez #Chicano #LatinoComedy #BrownTownLooters #PuebloCafe #TonsofAnarchy

Our guest today is the very funny Erik Griffin who started as a stand-up comedian around the same time I did. His acting career took off with his role on Comedy Central's "Workaholics". We have Erik on today talking about his new 1 hr Showtime special and his work on the new Showtime series, "I'm Dying Up Here", a comedy-drama series produced by Jim Carrey and following the lives of several up and coming comedians in Los Angeles in the 1970s. Premieres Sunday, June 4th at 10pm on Showtime and every Sunday after that. Can't wait to watch it! Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Erik Griffin: INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: @ErikGriffin www.ErikGriffin.com Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena #Comedy #StandUpComedy #LatinoComedy #MexicanAmerican #Belize #multiethnic #Workaholics #ComedyCentral #OneDayAtATime #ImDyingUpHere #Showtime

Today Rodrigo is back from MX and we have another Hollywood insider - TV writer/showrunner/executive producer Peter Murrieta. Currently writing for CBS' "Superior Donuts", Peter was the showrunner on "Wizards of Waverly Place", staff writer on many other sitcoms and also was the showrunner on my pilot (that didn't get picked up yet). After we talk about food for an hour, listen to Peter's tales of the industry and why it's so hard to get a Latino sitcom on the air. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Peter Murrieta: INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: @MightyPeter Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena #comedy #StandUpComedy #HollywoodInsider #TVWriter #ShowRunner #sitcoms #WritingForTV #Producer #Latino #Chicano #MexicanAmerican #GabrielIglesias #GeorgeLopez #PaulRodriguez #CarlosMencia

Rodrigo is still down in MX so I invited 2 guests I met at B Real TV studios. These guys EZone and Sheikadelic run all the production at B Real TV, they are in a rap group together called "We Don't Smoke the Same" and they are well entrenched in the cannabis community. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS EZone: INSTAGRAM & SNAP: @EZoneDaFirm Sheikadelic: INSTAGRAM & SNAP: @Sheikadelic Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena #Comedy #StandUpComedy #LastComicStanding #Mexican #Chicano #Immigrant #marijuana #cannabis #MedicalMarijuana #CheechAndChong #GabrielIglesias #GeorgeLopez #PaulRodriguez #CarlosMencia #JoeyDiaz

I'm flying solo this week because Rodrigo is in Mexico! Had an old friend come by to talk - comedian Yoursie Thomas. This guy started with me at my very first stand-up spot "Natural Fudge". He's been in comedy for 21 years. Been through the highs and lows and talks about it all on today's episode. Enjoy! Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Yoursie Thomas: TWITTER: @iYoursie INSTAGRAM: @Yoursie_Thomas Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena #Comedy #StandupComedy #Latino #Chicano #MexicanAmerican #Pocho #ComedyStore #GabrielIglesias #GeorgeLopez #PaulRodriguez #CarlosMencia #Addiction #Cocaine #CrackAddict #CokeFiend

Richard Chan returns from our old Kidnapping series ep 14 (remember the Korean guy who speaks fluent Spanish and was with me in El Centro?). Kind of a Just the 2 of Us with Richard sitting in. Enjoy! Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Richard Chan: TWITTER: @ChangsterComic FACEBOOK: facebook.com/changstercomic Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena #Comedy; #standupcomedy; #Latino #Mexican #Korean #MexicanAmerican #chicano #GabrielIglesias #GeorgeLopez #PaulRodriguez #CarlosMencia

Fred Stoller returned to the studio today to tell us about his new Kindle single - a short book that he wrote called "Five Minutes to Kill" about what happened to all the comedians from the 1989 HBO Young Comedians special. He's also got some new stories about being on the road again this past year. Listen and go buy/review his book on Amazon - c'mon it's less than $2. Give him a good review so he doesn't jump off a cliff. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Fred: TWITTER: @Fred_Stoller INSTAGRAM: @FredStoller Get the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Five-Minutes-Kill-Comedians-Funniest-ebook/dp/B071R4NZCB Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com #Comedy #StandUpComedy #LatinoComedy #LastComicStanding #FredStoller #CharacterActor #NormMacDonald #gabrieliglesias #GeorgeLopez #PaulRodriguez

Comedian and actor Nico Santos joins us today! You may know him from his stand-up comedy or from his role in Paul Blart Mall Cop or from his regular role as Mateo on NBC's Superstore. Follow Nico on twitter @NicoSantosComic. #Comedy #StandUpComedy #SuperStore #lastcomicstanding #Phillippino #Filipino #Pinoy #Mexican #Chicano #Latinocomedian #felipeesparza #nicosantos #LGBTQ #SuperStoreMateo

Comedian and actor, Godfrey stopped by this week to talk with us. Man, does he have stories... Now we've got to have him back so we can talk about more. Could've talked for 3 hours! Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Godfrey: TWITTER: @GodfreyComedian INSTAGRAM: @ComedianGodfrey www.GodfreyComedian.com Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena #Comedy #StandUpComedy #Mexican #LatinoComedian #LastComicStanding #Nigerian #Chicano #Chicago #BernieMac #CoreyHolcomb

I've got the flu but we still came through for you! Decided to do another Just the 2 of Us so I don't get anybody sick. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena #Comedy #Standupcomedy #LastComicStanding #Latinocomedy #MexicanComedian #MexicanAmerican #GabrielIglesias #GeorgeLopez #PaulRodriguez #BoyleHeights #EastLA #Chicano

We're back home in the All Things Comedy studio with our guest, comedian Taylor Williamson. You might recognize him from America's Got Talent. They all love him over there at that show. We love him here at What's Up Fool? He's hilarious and a good sport. We gave him shit for an hour and he put up with it. Go help him build his Latino audience and check him out when he comes to your town! Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Taylor Williamson: TWITTER: @TaylorComedy INSTAGRAM: @TaylorComedy Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena

We're BACK! After 2 weeks of being gone shooting some TV shows and touring, Rodrigo and I took the mobile equipment on the road with us and did a mini episode just to shut you guys up! Damn! We talk to Nico, a comic and radio personality from El Paso and Adam Murray, a comic from Orlando (who we've had on the show before) and we get a lot of current event information wrong. Have a listen. LINKS Adam Murray: TWITTER: @AdamMurrayLive INSTAGRAM: @AdamMurrayLive Nico Adjemian: TWITTER: @Nico_Adjective INSTAGRAM: @NicoAdjemian Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena #comedy; #Standupcomedy; #Chicano; #LatinoComedian; #MexicanAmerican; #lastcomicstanding; #elpaso; #ChucoTown; #whatsupfool

Comedians Martin Rizo and Johnny Roque sit in with me and Rodrigo and giggle for an hour and a half. Damn we had a lot of fun. Go follow these fools on their social media. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Martin Rizo: TWITTER: @ComicMartinRizo INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo Johnny Roque: TWITTER: @JohnnyRoque INSTAGRAM: @RoqueJohnny Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena

It's March, so we did our monthly call-in show and we brought in Flaco to sit in with us so he could promote his upcoming shows. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Isaac Flaco Martinez: TWITTER: @FlacoSeagulls INSTAGRAM: @FunnyFlaco Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena

Comedian Jesus Trejo dropped by the All Things Comedy studio to talk about taking care of his aging parents while building his comedy career, touring with Pauly Shore and working the grind at the Comedy Store. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Jesus Trejo: TWITTER: @JesusTrejo INSTAGRAM: @JesusTrejo1 Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena

Comedian Steve Simeone stops by the studio to talk about coming up as a comic through the traditional "Comedy Store-door-guy" method and paying his dues over the years. He's also an all-around nice guy from Philly who also happens to have his own podcast on the All Things Comedy network - "Good Times with: Steve Simeone". Check it out and follow Steve and tell him what's up fool! Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Steve Simeone: TWITTER: @SteveSimeone INSTAGRAM: @SteveSimeoneComedy Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena

Ep 139 - February Call In Show by Felipe Esparza

Before he was a correspondent on The Daily Show and before he was doing guest roles in all your favorite TV shows and commercials, Al Madrigal was a comic just like the rest of us. He has worked the road, all the shitty rooms... he has paid his dues. And now he's here to tell us the importance of OWNING your own work. He also happens to own this podcast network that we're on (along with Bill Burr) and created a whole new way of podcasting and giving power and control to the comedians who are doing the work and creating content. Pay attention boys and girls! Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Al Madrigal: TWITTER: @AlMadrigal INSTAGRAM: @AlMadrigal Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena

Comedian Joey Medina sits in with us again today because we like him but also because he's promoting a movie he made 15 years ago with a bunch of people who are now famous (Gabriel Iglesias, Emilio Rivera, Paul Rodriguez, I'm in it too). He has the rights to the movie back now so he's making it available to watch online at ScreeningNow.com. Check it out! Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Joey Medina: TWITTER: @ JoeyMedinaComic INSTAGRAM: @JoeyMedinaComic Watch "El Matador" on www.ScreeningNow.com Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena

Comedian Paula Bel joins us today in the studio. She's been doing comedy since before I started comedy and she's always been completely original. Really no one like her in comedy. Listen, follow her online and go see her whenever she comes to your town. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Honest John: TWITTER: @RealPaulaBel INSTAGRAM: @RealPaulaBel Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena

Comedian Honest John and I go way back to our open mic days in stand-up comedy. Listen to how this older white dude ended up being a favorite in the urban comedy scene. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Honest John: TWITTER: @RealHonestJohn INSTAGRAM: @RealHonestJohn Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena

A few friends and former guests came over to my house to record the podcast this week since the All Things Comedy studio was closed. We talked about 2016 the good, bad and the ugly. Follow: Tobe Hixx - @TobeHixx Fred Stoller - @Fred_Stoller Martin Rizo - @ComicMartinRizo Isaac Flaco Martinez - @FlacoSeagulls Felipe - @FunnyFelipe Rodrigo - @RodrigoTorresJr

Our December call-in show recorded live on December 21st. We took your calls for over an hour. Thanks for listening all year. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena

Dante & Rebekah stopped by the studio to tell us what they're up to. Dante and I go way back so we reminisced about Comedy Store days and I impress him with my amazing memory of his whole career. His fiancee Rebekah is also a comedian and they tour together they run a production company and a management company together. Go check them out whenever they're near you. You won't be disappointed. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Dante: TWITTER: @DanteTheComic INSTAGRAM: @ComicDante www.ComicDante.com Rebekah: TWITTER: @RebekahKochan INSTAGRAM: @RebekahKochan www.GoldenArtistsEntertainment.com Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Reverie is blowing up fast! A native of the Highland Park neighborhood of Los Angeles, she got her start in hip-hop at a young age with the collaboration of her brother, Louden, on beats and her on the mic. She worked to find every way of getting herself and her music out to the public and today, she has built a loyal following that will help her get to the top. Check out ReverieLove.com for her music, her clothing line and tour dates and go download some of her music - it's free online at LoudenBeats.com. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Reverie: TWITTER: @ReverieLove INSTAGRAM: @ReverieLove www.ReverieLove.com www.LoudenBeats.com (free music) Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

As a teenager, Little Willie G headed up an East L.A. band referred to as "the Chicano Beatles". Thee Midniters' sound defined Chicano rock music and Chicano culture throughout the 60s and beyond. Willie would fall prey to the dark side of the music industry and develop a problem with drugs and alcohol. His testimony and music was one of the only cassettes we had in my rehab and I really got into his music. Today, Willie has overcome all of those problems through a relationship with God, started a ministry and continues to perform all over the country. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Little Willie G: TWITTER: @LittleWillieG INSTAGRAM: @LittleWillieG1 Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

I met actor Richard Cabral a couple years ago at the Hoy Awards. He read a poem and talked about Homeboy Industries. I immediately wanted to know more about him. So glad he stopped by to talk with us. Listen to how he came up through a life of crime, institutionalization and danger in East L.A. and somehow ended up being nominated for an Emmy for best supporting actor. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Richard Cabral: TWITTER: @CabralRichy INSTAGRAM: @RichardCabralOfficial Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Met this guy Martin Rizo a few years ago as a young, naive comic who started out sleeping on his mom's couch and making goofy internet videos - some of which went viral. He's still making those videos but he's graduated to his own apartment now... I think... he's also grown as a stand-up comedian and has even done a few commercials on the side to pay the bills. This might be one of our funniest episodes so far. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Martin Rizo: TWITTER: @ComicMartinRizo INSTAGRAM: @ComicMartinRizo Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Just the two of us, talking about the election and too many other things to list. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

We did our monthly call-in show a couple days ago and took your calls for over an hour! Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Started from the border... now he's on the What's Up Fool? podcast! Chingo Bling started out hustling whatever he could to make it while growing up in Houston. Starting with rap, adding some comedy and then growing into a full-fledged stand-up comedian, he's always reinventing himself and growing as an artist and entertainer. Go see him LIVE at the Ontario Improv 10/28 - 10/30 (2016)! Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Chingo Bling: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/OfficialChingoBling TWITTER: @ChingoBling INSTAGRAM: @RealChingoBling Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Comedian/Actor/Impressionist Dean Edwards and I are always like 2 ships passing in the night... this week, we finally had the same opening in our schedule and we talked for about 3 and 1/2 hours. Listen to Rodrigo and I talk to Dean on today's episode of What's Up Fool? then in a few days, listen to a 2-part series of our conversation on Dean's podcast "The Futhamuckin Protocol". Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Dean Edwards: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/IAmDeanEdwards TWITTER: @IAmDeanEdwards INSTAGRAM: @IAmDeanEdwards Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Our guest didn't show at the last minute this week, so it ended up being just the two of us. I have no idea what we talked about, but give it a listen. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Recorded WED Oct 5 We did our monthly call-in show this week and took your calls for an hour. Also had our friend, guitarist Sin Quirin from Ministry sitting in with us. Listen and enjoy! Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Sin Quirin: TWITTER: @SinQuirinMusic INSTAGRAM: @SinQuirinMusic Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Just stayed home and talked this week. Brought my wife along for the ride with me and Rodrigo. Hope you enjoy it! Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod INSTAGRAM: @LesaInLa

A few years ago, comedian Josh Adam Meyers was at a crossroads, not sure what direction to go with his comedy, had just lost a best friend in an accident, was going through some depressing times and then he decided to take a risk and create something different. Out of this came the God Damn Comedy Jam, a live show he began doing monthly in Los Angeles that now has been picked up by Comedy Central. A blend of short stand-up sets by comedians who finish their act with a cover song with a house band. Many well-known comics have joined his show including me, Bill Burr, Dane Cook, Hannibal Buress, Joey Diaz and so many others. Check it out on Comedy Central. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Josh Adam Meyers: TWITTER: @JoshAdamMeyers TWITTER: @TheGDComedyJam INSTAGRAM: @JoshAdamMeyers INSTAGRAM: @TheGDComedyJam Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Comedian Tobe Hixx is our guest today and he reveals quite a bit about his life. Way more than I knew about him. He's been burned a few times by chasing the quick dollar in life but he's come out the other side a better man and has stuck to stand-up comedy for the remainder of that time. Listen as he takes you through what it's like to think you're getting ahead when you're really taking huge steps backward. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Tobe Hixx: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/TobeHixx TWITTER: @TobeHixx INSTAGRAM: @TobeHixx Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Our call-in show for September! We took calls live on Wednesday 9/7 so you're listening to the recorded version... Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Today's guest became a cultural icon as a child actor and now helps others in the entertainment industry as an entertainment attorney. We had a lot of fun sitting with Jeff Cohen talking about a bunch of 80s shows and movies as well as learning about entertainment law and Hollywood in general. Check out his new book, "The Dealmaker's Ten Commandments" available through our Amazon search window or the link below. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Jeff B. Cohen TWITTER: @JeffBCohen INSTAGRAM: @JeffBCohen www.CohenGardnerLaw.com JEFF'S BOOK: www.amazon.com/Dealmakers-Ten-Co…s+10+commandments Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

This is the man who literally saved my life and set me on the right track - the path that would eventually lead me to become a comedian. Father Greg Boyle took a gun out of my hand and put me in rehab long before he created the infamous Homeboy Industries - an organization that helps turn former gang members' lives around by giving them jobs, training and a purpose. Before that it was Jobs for the Future, and even before that, he was just a man with a mission to help local kids stop dying at the hands of other local kids. We only scratched the surface today, but know that if it wasn't for this man, I probably wouldn't be here today. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Homeboy Industries: TWITTER: @HomeboyInd INSTAGRAM: @HomeboyIndustries www.HomeboyIndustries.org Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

We've been super busy and had a lot to talk about so we didn't bring in a guest today. Just had the 2 of us in studio and talked about a bunch of things. Also, a good friend of the show, Rory Hillman, passed away last week so we did a little tribute to him at the end. Thanks for listening. RIP Rory. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

We took calls from you, the listeners, for over an hour and a half. You fools are crazy but we love you. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

I haven't known this comedian very long, but she's funny and she's too nice to be working in comedy. In fact, she's too nice to be living in the U.S. Call her naive, call her innocent, but she came to the U.S. on her own as a teenager, with no knowledge of speaking English - all for the love of a boy band and a dream to be a dancer. After a lot of trials and tribulations (and a stint on the newer version of Soul Train), she is now a working comedian and occasional actor. Listen to her story, follow her and go tell her what's up fool. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Aiko Tanaka: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/AikoTanaka TWITTER: @AikoTanaka INSTAGRAM: @GoldenChina Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Today, Rodrigo is back from Mexico for good. Plus, we have an old friend on, comedian Ruben Paul. Came up with Ruben in comedy and he's always been a solid guy. The son of Haitian immigrants, he grew up in Southern California and he's one of a few black comics who has never shied away from doing all the comedy rooms in L.A. - black, white, Latino - and it shows in his comedy. He's now traveling the world, sometimes opening for his good friend Russell Peters and the rest of the time, headlining on his own. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Ruben Paul: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/ruben.paul.56 TWITTER: @IAmRubenPaul INSTAGRAM: @IAmRubenPaul Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

We go in hard on this episode. Rodrigo's over in Mexico again so we brought back Dustin Ybarra as a co-host. Our special guest today is Eddie "EdDro" Valdez who I have known for a long time but whose life is completely different than it was back then. After a big setback in his life and career, he got the phone call of a lifetime that set him up for the last 7 years as the personal assistant for world famous comedian, Russell Peters. Dustin talks about possibly burning some bridges during a drunken night before recording this episode. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Eddie "EdDro" Valdez: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/EdDro42 TWITTER: @EdDro42 INSTAGRAM: @EdDro42 Dustin Ybarra: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/DustinYbarra2 TWITTER: @DustinYbarra INSTAGRAM: @DustinYbarra www.DustinYbarra.com Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

We took calls from you guys this week! Thanks for calling in. We'll do it again the first week of next month! Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Another episode with our guest co-host, comedian Dustin Ybarra (Rodrigo returns next week). Our guest today is artist, muralist and director of substance abuse counseling for Homeboy Industries, Fabian Debora. I grew up with Fabian in the projects of Boyle Heights. Like me, Fabian had a creative streak in him but nowhere to apply it. So he fell victim to gangs and drugs and started on a path to nowhere quickly. But he's fought those battles and won and now he helps others get through the same experiences. He's also found success as a renowned artist and muralist and is highly regarded for his art all over the world. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Fabian Debora: TWITTER: @FabianDebora INSTAGRAM: @FabianDebora Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Today we have 2 guests in the studio, actually. First, Rodrigo is on vacation in Mexico so we have a guest host - comedian Dustin Ybarra. He'll be sitting in for a couple episodes. Our guest for the day is Sand One, an L.A. graffiti artist whose murals are all over the city (and beyond). You may have seen her big-eyed "doll" murals on random walls throughout Los Angeles, but also on young girls' purses, phone cases, shirts, etc. She's a marketing madwoman and a DIY business woman with a large following of young women empowered by her. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Sand One: FACEBOOK: www.SandOner.com TWITTER: @SandOner INSTAGRAM: @SandOner INSTAGRAM: @SandOner Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Met up with an old friend Magdaleno "Guic" Robles for today's show. I've run into this guy off and on for the past 10 to 15 years. We've both had our struggles with substances and the hood, but we've both managed to make it out of that. Guic has been in the 90s Latin rap scene, moved on to becoming a technical consultant on movies and just recently started his own business of glassware accessories called The Launchpad Company. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Magdaleno "Guic" Robles: FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/magdaleno.robles.jr TWITTER: @LetsBlastOff INSTAGRAM: @GuicOneDrp INSTAGRAM: @TheLaunchPadCompany Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Recorded this past Tuesday on the day of California's primaries. Our first live call-in show! We took calls from listeners and had a lot of fun. Went by too fast. Maybe we'll do this once a month? Video is on YouTube if you want to watch it all go down: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cr8sDL6uHFs&list=PLoIdzUWrPh1ON5ZpQS6V0dHpG-BkTXHQJ&index=1 Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Our guest today is Jerry O'Neill, who was a founding member and played drums for the punk/ska group Voodoo Glowskulls for 20 years. We talk about how he got into that world, getting out of it and what he's doing now. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Jerry O'Neill: INSTAGRAM: @Shipwreck69 Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Our guest got booked for a TV Show today so we decided to do another episode of just me and Rodrigo talking about everything. Enjoy! Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Today we talk with rapper/actor Anthony "Citric" Campos. Citric is currently playing George Lopez's best friend "Manolo" on the new TVLand show "Lopez". I met Citric about 7 years ago when I was doing my first real movie and he was in the cast. He has also been heavily involved in Latin hip-hop with his group Pueblo Cafe (aka Brown Town Looters). Watch him on Lopez and look out for some new music coming from him and Pueblo Cafe soon. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Anthony "Citric" Campos: TWITTER: @SyNikOCitric INSTAGRAM: @SyNikOCitric Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Did a little "swap cast" with Barry Katz and his podcast "Industry Standard". I did his show last week and he did mine this week. Barry became my manager after I won Last Comic Standing and helped guide my career for the first year after that. Barry has managed some of the top comedians in the business since he started back in the 80s. Dave Chappelle, Dane Cook, Jim Breuer, Jay Mohr, Whitney Cummings, Tracy Morgan. Barry has so many stories, we barely scratched the surface today, but he talks about getting started in the comedy business, managing some of the biggest stars in comedy in the past and how we got to know each other. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Barry Katz: TWITTER: @BarryKatz INSTAGRAM: @BarryKatz Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Geoff Keith is our guest today. Funny comedian who gets funnier every time I see him. We talk about opening for comedians who want to alter your act and getting stiffed by promoters, or in his case, a Jewish mother. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Geoff Keith: TWITTER: @GeoffKeith INSTAGRAM: @GeoffKeith Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Comedian and actor Ron Funches ("Undateable", "Portlandia", "Trolls") joins us today for our official 100th episode of the What's Up Fool podcast! Ron is a great example of the shy, quiet kid who has a secret talent that he just busts out one day when no one expects it. Listen as we talk about his life, his early marriage and fatherhood and his relationship with his son and experience as a single dad. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Ron Funches: TWITTER: @RonFunches INSTAGRAM: @RonFunch www.RonFunches.com Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Today's guests are a morning radio team in the Oxnard/Los Angeles CA area. These guys have been doing this together for 20 years and have been supporting comedians for the same amount of time. They were the first radio station to always invite us young comics, especially Latino comedians, to be guests on their morning show and promote our upcoming shows, helping us all to build a strong local audience. They just love comedy and they're some of the few genuine people in this business. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Rico and Mambo: TWITTER: @RicoandMambo INSTAGRAM: @RicoandMambo www.RicoandMambo.com Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Today we welcome guest Nick Swardson, star of my favorite movie "Grandma's Boy", but first we have a guest from a charity I support - "Peace Over Violence". She breaks down their annual Denim Day event and the services their organization provides. Nick comes in a little later and a LOT hung over... we should have taken bets on whether or not he was going to throw up during the interview. He fought through it for a while and I give him props for even showing up given how bad he felt. Sit back and enjoy! Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Nick Swardson: TWITTER: @RealNickSwardson INSTAGRAM: @RealNickSwardson Peace Over Violence: DenimDayInfo.Org PeaceOverViolence.Org Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

We're honored to have this guest on the show this week - skateboard legend Christian Hosoi! We talk about his past, his quick shot to fame, his decline through drugs and prison and his strong return as a family man, born again Christian and businessman. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Christian Hosoi: TWITTER: @ChristianHosoi Instagram: @ChristianHosoi Buy his book: http://www.amazon.com/Hosoi-Skateboarder-Junkie-Inmate-Pastor/dp/0062024302?ie=UTF8&creativeASIN=0062024302&linkCode=w00&linkId=7ZPEPUDB5VWNNOHX&ref=asslpctf_til&tag=wwwfelipeswor-20 Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

What can we say about Gene Pompa that hasn't already been written on a bathroom stall? ... You never really know when Gene is joking or being serious. He's a very smart, funny guy, Chicano activist background, and someone I have known in comedy for about 22 years. One of my favorite stand up comics. We still only scratched the surface of getting to know Gene, so we're going to have to have him back again soon. Enjoy! Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Gene Pompa: TWITTER: @GenePompa Instagram: @GenePompa Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Guy Torry was pivotal in creating the first black comedy night in Hollywood at the World Famous Comedy Store. Bringing black industry together in one place at the same time was rare and led to a lot of collaboration in Hollywood back in the 90s. After a string of roles in several movies - kicked off by his start with his role in American History X - Guy continues to entertain live audiences across the country and he's now working on a documentary to capture that period of time when Phat Tuesdays was the hottest night for the black industry in Hollywood. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Guy Torry: TWITTER: @GuyTorry Instagram: @GuyTorry Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Our guest today is Paul Hunt, a guy who grew up in the same projects as me - Aliso Village in Boyle Heights. He was one of the few kids who dreamed of the world outside the projects and worked as hard as he could to get there. He recently wrote a book, "Project Theory" that describes our lives in these projects where there were about 10 gangs in a 2 square mile area, problems at home and at school, etc. Despite being a smart, athletically talented kid, his struggles are an example of what it's like to fight an uphill battle every day and still question if it's worth it. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Paul Hunt: Buy his book "Project Theory" from one of these places: https://www.criminalwrites.com/store/p8/ProjectTheory%22AStoryOf_Survival%22.html http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0996273611?keywords=paul%20hunt%20project%20theory&qid=1458289045&ref=sr11twipap2&sr=8-1 Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Just me and Rodrigo today. Recapping some stuff, telling old stories plus talking about my new obsession - the OJ Simpson case and the FX show "People vs. OJ Simpson". Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Today we have the band Buyepongo sitting in the studio with us talking about food, politics, music and a bunch of other stuff. These guys are from all over the Los Angeles area and are about to take off with their eclectic sound. They even treated us to a live song at the end. Enjoy. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Buyepongo: TWITTER: @Buyepongo INSTAGRAM: @Buyepongo Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Scruncho is a little bit crazy, a lot funny and 100% real. Raised in the tough streets of Long Beach, California, influenced by all the wrong people, this guy eventually found his way but still keeps his hard edge because that's just who he is. Deep down, he just always wanted a hug. Scruncho goes way back with a lot of influential artists in comedy and hip hop and gets respect from a lot of people in the business. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Scruncho: TWITTER: @TheRealScruncho INSTAGRAM: @TheRealScruncho Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Ali Leroi sits down with us today to discuss his history as a stand-up comedian in Chicago working with Bernie Mac and other greats and then his later shift to a whole new career as a writer, show-runner and one of the most sought after developers of comedy television and movies today. From his days working on the Chris Rock Show to being a show runner on Everybody Hates Chris and Are We There Yet and more, Ali takes us through how a show is pitched to a room of executives who don't understand comedy and don't know how to market your idea. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Ali Leroi: TWITTER: @MrLeroi (don't contact him with any bullshit) Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Ash Wednesday early episode! Our guest today is one of the biggest Christian Latin contemporary musicians/singers in the world. He's practically the only one of Catholic denomination. Originally from the Dominican Republic and then New York City, Jon Carlo was heading down the wrong path at a young age until he found God and changed his life. Now he's living in Texas and selling out huge venues all over the world. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Jon Carlo: TWITTER: @JonCarlosBand INSTAGRAM: @JonCarlosBand1 FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/Jon-Carlos-Band-196285068204 Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Sit back and relax to the soothing sounds of comedian Hugh Moore. Dude is super laid back, but trust me, he's working. This guy is one of the most sought after comedy writers in the game today. Hilarious stand up, too, if you ever get a chance to see him live. Currently touring with JB Smoove so check him out. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Hugh Moore: TWITTER: @Hugh_Moore INSTAGRAM: @HughsTheMan FACEBOOK: @Hugh.Moore Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

From preacher's son to party kid to comedian and family man, Paul "PK" Kim has been around for a while working hard to stay in the comedy game while trying to balance life at the same time. Go check him out on Friday nights at the Laugh Factory in Hollywood. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Paul PK Kim: TWITTER: @ChannelPKTown INSTAGRAM: @ChannelPKTown FACEBOOK: @ChannelPKTown Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Third time is a charm... this guy is probably the only guy who could stand us up twice and we'll STILL give him another chance because he's our favorite. Corey Holcomb is hilarious and real and for almost 2 hours, we talk about all kinds of things people in the hood need to know. Health problems, getting robbed by promoters, how to feel like a God with hoodrats - everything you need to know about life but were afraid to ask. Listen and enjoy. And go see him at the Ft Lauderdale Improv Jan 21-24! Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Corey Holcomb: TWITTER: @TheCoreyHolcomb See him LIVE in Ft Lauderdale FL Jan 21-24! Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Today we talk to the 2 guys who were the first in the series of "Cholos Try..." videos - Carlos Ayala and Fabian Alomar. I have run into these guys over the years at different auditions where they got the parts and I didn't... While they may have had real cholo backgrounds growing up, they have both turned their lives around and have been working actors for several years now. Listen as they tell a little about their backgrounds and their new lives acting and the experience of going viral. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Carlos Ayala: INSTAGRAM: @ActorCarlosAyala IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1168757/?ref=fnalnm1 Fabian Alomar: INSTAGRAM: @ActorFabianAlomar IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm2053580/?ref=fnalnm1 Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

SPOILER ALERT SHOW! Well... it's the first episode of 2016 and our guest canceled AGAIN! This is the 2nd time we've booked him and he canceled... but he's funny so we're willing to try it one more time in a couple weeks. It had better be worth it. Anyway, it ends up being me and Rodrigo with me trying to give my ghetto explanation of Star Wars (and yes there are spoilers) and the Big Short and a bunch of other stuff. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Happy new year!! Here at home with the wife, the manager, the podcast producer Lesa Esparza. Looking back over the last year. We get to know Lesa a little better - aside from producing the podcast and running my day to day business. We're also kind of announcing that we're going to spin off another podcast on the side with just the two of us and sometimes having guests... help us think of a name for it. Back next week to our regularly scheduled programming! Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Merry Christmas! Just me and Rodrigo in the studio, taking calls. Shout out to our international friends Cleo from the Netherlands (@Talk2Cleo) and Glenn from Ireland (@GlennCarlin). And thanks to everyone else who shared their Christmas stories. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Cleo - Follow Cleo & check out her podcast TWITTER: @Talk2Cleo www.Talk2Cleo.com YOUTUBE: Talk2Cleo - 2 LIVE podcasts per week @TheOGHangout Live podcast on YouTube Talk2Cleo on iTunes, Stitcher, etc. Glenn - Follow Glenn on Twitter TWITTER: @GlennCarlin Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Bobby Lee and I go way back. We pretty much started comedy around the same time - him in San Diego and me in L.A. He's a Comedy Store fixture and after several years on Mad TV and almost 20 years of stand-up, he's got a solid headlining career. Bobby can be off the wall on stage but today we see a more vulnerable side as he tells some stories from his early years of comedy and his childhood. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Bobby Lee: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/bobbyleelive TWITTER: @BobbyLeeLive www.BobbyLeeLive.com Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Larry "Bubbles" Brown is our guest today... Hilarious comic from the Bay Area/San Francisco area. He came up during the Robin Williams era of the Bay comedy scene in the 80s. He's worked with Dana Carvey, Dave Attell, me of course, and we all know that Larry is THE best whenever we work in the Bay. Nicknamed "Bubbles" by comedian Paula Poundstone as a sarcastic nod to his chronically depressed persona, Larry always leaves you wondering if he really will "end it all" tomorrow. If you ever have the chance, go see him live - watch him once and you'll be saying "Merrrrhhh" for days. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Larry "Bubbles" Brown: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/heybubbles TWITTER: @HeyBubbles www.LarryBubblesBrown Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Comedian Jeffrey Keller (@MyMomsWhite on Twitter) joins us today on the show. I've known Jeffrey for a long time from back in the day when I was still doing open mics all over L.A. Jeffrey had an interesting background before comedy - a white mom who "boosted" and worked with L.A. mobsters and a black father who played in the L.A. jazz circuit. Jeffrey also had a brief career in the NFL on the Atlanta Falcons and discusses the difference between college football and professional football. Of course, his next career move could only be becoming a stand-up comedian… Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Jeffrey Keller: Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/jeffrey.keller.9849 TWITTER: @MyMomsWhite INSTAGRAM: @MyMomsWhite Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

One of the members of Las Cafeteras gave me their CD about a year ago. I kept it in my car without listening to it because, let's face it, people give me a lot of free shitty CDs… but I wish I had listened to this one sooner. I finally played it a few months ago and something about it touched me. The music was beautiful and the message behind it was something I hadn't heard in music before. A group of 6 young Chicanos who came up through music lessons in a cafe in East L.A. have been working their asses off over the last 10 years and have finally started to get some recognition. We've got 4 of the members with us today (Hector, Daniel, Leah & Jose), they chilled with us and gave us their stories of getting started, their activism and where they're going next. *If you're in the L.A. area, go see them at the El Rey on Dec 12. It will sell out! Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Las Cafeteras: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/LasCafeteras TWITTER: @LasCafeteras INSTAGRAM: @LasCafeteras www.LasCafeteras.com Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

*(Guest co-co-host from the Living the Dream Podcast - Beto Duran sits in with us for this episode) Around the same time NWA was coming "straight outta Compton", there was another kid coming straight outta Southgate California by way of Cuba… hitting the charts with a new sound and blazing the trails for future Latin hip hop artists. Mellow Man Ace, AKA Ulpiano Reyes, blew up with a bilingual hit called "Mentirosa" and continued strong for several years, including his experience as a founding member of Cypress Hill with his brother Sen Dog. After feeling cramped by corporate music's hold and control over his sound, he was forced to take a huge leap and do things his own way. Touring and stumbling a few times over the years, he's back in a new way and helping bring up other young hip hop artists, including his son, rapper Cazal Organism. They are starting a reality show together on FuseTV in 2016 - all about their lives behind the scenes as they work with other hip hop artists, perform their live shows and spend time with their families. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Mellow Man Ace: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/MellowManAce TWITTER: @MellowManAce INSTAGRAM: @MellowManAce www.TheRealMellowManAce.com Beto Duran: TWITTER: @DuranSports INSTAGRAM: @BetoVision PODCAST: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/living-the-dream/id1000450139?mt=2 Cazal Organism: TWITTER: @CazalOrganism INSTAGRAM: @CazalOrganism https://soundcloud.com/cazalorganism Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Well… we were stood up by our guest today so we ended up doing a podcast by ourselves (while watching our producer freak out about the guest). It's all good, we were thinking of doing it once a month anyway. We just sit and talk about everything from smelling good to roommates to religion, and as usual, to our most common subject - drugs. We'll be back next week with a guest! Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

If you ever ask me who helped me get started in my comedy career, one of the first people I'll probably mention is comedian Johnny Sanchez. Johnny has been on MadTV (you might remember the Little Joker character that went viral) and had comedy specials, but this guy has worked for years on the comedy show grind and was a solid L.A. based comic he guided me to the Comedy Store's open mic to get started. After showcasing 9 times, I finally became a club regular. Hilarious reminiscing in this episode and Johnny might just be the first guest to imitate me... Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Ernie G "Latino American" full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W_NBSPemVD8 Johnny Sanchez: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/johnny.sanchezcomic TWITTER: @JSanchezComic www.JohnnySanchezComic.com Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

My friend Elon Gold is a funny comedian, great at impressions, and he's also one of the first writers to put me in something because he liked my comedy. On today's episode, Elon breaks down the business of comedy and television, writing and acting, choosing the right impressions and the myth of rich Jews. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Elon Gold: FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/ElonGold TWITTER: @ElonGold www.ElonGold.com Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

I've run into comedian Dwayne Perkins a lot over the years. He's a really cool, laid back, funny guy who has worked his ass off in the comedy world for a long time. Dwayne has kept working consistently because he's funny and he's one of the few comics who just naturally work clean. He's also constantly writing and working on different projects balanced with life on the road. We talk about stand-up comedy, drugs (and why he's not interested in them) and a little bit about Rodrigo's budding love life. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Dwayne Perkins : FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/dwayneperkins TWITTER: @FunnyDP INSTAGRAM: @DwaynePerkins www.DwaynePerkins.com Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr TUMBLR: RodrigoTorresJr.Tumblr.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

It's been said that we need more Latino representation behind the camera in Hollywood. Today we talk to 3 directors (Joey Medina, Tom Sanchez and Christian Sesma) who are self-made and still growing in their careers. They have worked their asses off to make films they are passionate about. And only one of them has actually been to film school. If you ever wanted to know the ins and outs of the independent film business - from a zombie/horror director to a foreign film director and a director who's leaning toward action-adventure - listen to these guys tell some stories of how it IS possible to achieve that dream. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Joey Medina: FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/joeymedinacomic TWITTER: @joeymedinacomic INSTAGRAM: @joeymedinacomic www.JoeyMedina.com Tom Sanchez: FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/navajafilm.com TWITTER: @navajafilm www.navajafilm.com North American Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b1l6lFX2iF8 Purchase: http://www.lanavajadedonjuan.com/watch-now/ Purchase on DVD - AMAZON: https://www.amazon.com/Navaja-Don-Juan-J-C-Montoya/dp/B013ZH6ST6/ref=sr11?encoding=UTF8&keywords=la%20navaja%20de%20don%20juan&qid=1444860290&ref=sr11&sr=8-1 Christian Sesma: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/CSesma TWITTER: @Seskri INSTAGRAM: @Seskri Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Part of me feels like putting an extra warning label on this episode… Meet Jason Rouse, a hard core, balls-out comic considered by some to be "the G.G. Allin of comedy". Listen to what it's like to have headlined around the world for many years but still struggle to find a place in the U.S. And just when you think the episode is over, we dig deep into a pretty heavy discussion about drugs and addiction at the end. Sit back and take a trip around the world with us today. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Jason Rouse : FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/JasonRouseOfficial TWITTER: @JasonRouse666 INSTAGRAM: @JasonRouse666 www.JasonRouse.com Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Ever wonder what it's like to become famous almost instantly? Just a few months after starting comedy, Anjelah Johnson had that experience when her joke about a Vietnamese nail salon went viral with the perfect storm of YouTube, email and MySpace. Listen to her story of what it was like being thrown into a headliner's position when she didn't have enough material, rising to the occasion and learning along the way how rough this business can be. Fortunately, Anjelah is still selling out and growing her audience all over the place, just finished a new musical comedy tour with her character Bon Qui Qui and has her 3rd special, "Not Fancy", coming out on Netflix today (Oct 2, 2015). With only 9 years in comedy and a career others envy, she's proving she has what it takes long term. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Anjelah Johnson: FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/anjelahjohnson TWITTER: @AnjelahJohnson INSTAGRAM: @AnjelahJohnson www.Anjelah.com Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Felicia Michaels is a pioneer in comedy. People like Amy Shumer and Sarah Silverman have her to thank for pushing the envelope when she was starting in comedy. Yes, she was not the first, but in mainstream comedy in the 80s it was very rare - a female comic who talked about the same things men were talking about. So it's appropriate that she's our 69th episode! Felicia started out as a stripper and then got into the comedy world, got married and adopted a couple kids and took a long break from comedy until her divorce. Now she's back in comedy again and is hitting the stage hard. Go check her out at a show near you and check out her new podcast "The Milf Code". Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Felicia Michaels: FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/feliciamichaels TWITTER: @FeliciaMichaels INSTAGRAM: @FeliciaMichaels www.FeliciaMichaels.net Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel-Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Today we have an awesome guest, a legend in the NBA and a renaissance man - Mr. John "Spider" Salley. From the Pistons to the Bulls to the Lakers - championships on 3 different teams - to TV and movies and now a personal quest for health and wellness. Oh yeah, he's also a vegan and an animal activist. He's a funny guy, too. Also, a mini-ambush of Rodrigo with dating advice (sort of). Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS John Salley: TWITTER: @TheJohnSalley INSTAGRAM: @JohnSalley www.JohnSalley.com Vegan Food Share: INSTAGRAM: @VeganFoodShare ; @VeganDeeDee TWITTER: @VeganFoodShare Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel-Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Kick back and listen to us talk with a very funny comedian, Kevin Shea. He opened for me in San Jose last week and I thought it would be good for you guys to hear his stories. This mild-mannered, soft-spoken comedian might surprise you with some of the things he's been through in his life. One of the few comedians I know who can hold an audience's attention while doing his whole stage act sitting down. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Kevin Shea: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/Kevin-Shea-FanPage TWITTER: @KevinSheaComedy INSTAGRAM: @KevinSheaComedy www.KevinShea.tv Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel-Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Rodrigo is back from Mexico so we got caught up. We finally got to sit down with the great Tom Green! Hilarious, weird, and a super kind, honest human being. He's still Canadian at heart no matter how long he's lived in Los Angeles. Listen to how he has come full circle in his career by going back to the basics of his very first cable access show but updated with the latest interactive technology. Go check out and subscribe to his new podcast "The Tom Green Radio Show". Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Tom Green: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/TomGreen TWITTER: @TomGreenLive INSTAGRAM: @TomGreenLive www.TomGreen.com Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel-Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Forgive Jamie's microphone. He was talking with lots of acting out so he moves it a lot. Also, after 36 years in Los Angeles, he still has a thick Iranian accent. I've known Jamie Masada, the owner of the Laugh Factory for about 17 years. This is the man who told me that he didn't see me making it for another 6 years and crushed my dreams early in my stand-up career. He's done it to a lot of people. But he's usually right. He knows what's funny. Hear the story of a teenage immigrant from Iran who has risen from nothing to a major player in the Hollywood community. Also hear his side of the Michael Richards incident as he describes what happened that night from a business owner's perspective. Guest co-host Frazer Smith sitting in for Rodrigo who is in Mexico this week. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS www.LaughFactory.com Frazer Smith show - listen live: http://www.955klos.com Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel-Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

We did another call-in show today. Just me and Rodrigo. I kind of like these shows without a guest because I get to get a lot of stuff off my chest and then people who get mad at what I say just start to go away and I'm left with the hardcore fans who get me. We also try discussing Straight Outta Compton with some of the callers. Like it or not, leave a review or give it a rating, whatever. Send me hate mail, I don't care! It's free! Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel-Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Okay, kids, try to keep up! Today we have comedian Jimmy Shubert - been in the game since the heyday of the Comedy Store and Sam Kinison. He's worked his ass off since he was a young kid doing magic shows. Throughout the ups and downs of comedy and Hollywood, he has stuck with it and is now enjoying a resurgence of attention after landing in the top 10 of Last Comic Standing last year and Dave Attell's Underground. Listen to this awesome history of comedy and what it takes to be a working comedian and have a few tastes of fame along the way. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Jimmy Shubert: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/jimmyshubert?fref=ts TWITTER: @jimmyshubert INSTAGRAM: @ShubeyDoobey www.JimmyShubert.com Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

When I invited comedian Joey Medina to do my podcast, I figured I wouldn't learn anything new about him after knowing him for almost 20 years… man, was I wrong. Listen to the man of a thousand careers who ended up as a Latin King of Comedy. Funny guy, lots of stories, a hustler, you know, the kind of guest we love. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Joey Medina: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/JoeyMedinaFanPage TWITTER: @joeymedinacomic INSTAGRAM: @joeymedinacomic www.JoeyMedina.com Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Our guest had an emergency and had to reschedule sooooo Rodrigo and I just ended up talking a LOT of shit. Enjoy. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Comedian Brian Babylon joins us today. This fool just got to L.A. about a month ago from Chicago and started hustling the minute he stepped off the plane. He already has a regular n ight at the Laugh Factory in Hollywood and a job producing and doing media for Hannibal Buress' new Comedy Central show "Why?". Hear what it's like for a new comic to start all over again but on another level in a strange land called Hollywood. *BTW Rodrigo didn't know there was a show today, so he's not here. We have little Miklo sitting in as a co-host for a little bit too. Enjoy! Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Brian Babylon: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/brianbabylon TWITTER: @brianbabylon INSTAGRAM: @brianbabylon Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

You might have seen Owen Smith in one of many commercials, TV shows or movies, or you might have seen him on stage doing stand up. He's always been a funny, down to earth guy who rubs elbows with lots of people in the business who know how to get things done. That's what inspired him to do his own 1 hour special, "Good Luck Everybody", all on his own - shot on a few iPhones. No one has done this before. It's risky, it's disruptive to the people who do specials for a living, and it's brilliant. I can't wait to see it. Just another inspiring story of doing it on your own and not waiting for someone else to hand it to you. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Owen Smith: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/OwenSmith4Real TWITTER: @OwenSmith4Real INSTAGRAM: @OwenSmith4Real Download his special for $5.00 on his website, Vimeo On Demand & VHX. Vimeo On Demand: https://vimeo.com/ondemand/goodluckeverybody VHX: http://goodluckeverybody.vhx.tv Website: www.owensmithlive.com Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @Rodri goTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

I've known comedian Lahna Turner for a long time. Long before her husband became famous. But enough about him. Today it's all about Lahna. She's funny, sometimes she picks up a guitar and sings funny songs, she's worked the hardest, cholo-infested rooms in the middle of nowhere, she's worked on stage in the nude, she's a mother, she has a podcast and she has a new one-hour special out on Hulu. It also might be the most discussion of penises we've Check her out. Truly one of the most caring friends I've known in Hollywood. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Lahna Turner: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/LahnaTurner TWITTER: @LahnaTurner INSTAGRAM: @LahnaTurner http://www.LahnaTurner.com Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Isaac Flaco Martinez: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Our guest today is comedian Rex Navarrete - the most famous Filipino comic out there. Even without a lot of TV exposure, Rex has built a strong following over the years working on the road, doing corporate gigs, etc. Really knowledgeable guy with a lot of life experience. Listen to his stories about starting out in comedy with janky promoters, the history of Filipinos in the U.S. and why it's not always so great to live close to your relatives... Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Rex Navarrete: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/rexnavarretecomedy TWITTER: @RexNavarrete INSTAGRAM: @RexNava http://www.rexnavarrete.com Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

On this historic day when the SCOTUS ruled that same sex marriage is now legal across the U.S., we close out our Gay Pride Month series with the hilarious comedian Fortune Feimster. She's just an awesome person. Grew up in a very conservative town in the south, came to L.A., worked in improv groups and then stand-up, then became a writer and sometimes actor on Chelsea Lately which took her to new heights in her career and started opening lots of doors. She deserves it all. She's super nice and funny and just an all around good person. **She had to leave after an hour but Rodrigo and I kept going so sit back and listen to it all. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Fortune Feimster: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/fortunefunny TWITTER: @FortuneFunny INSTAGRAM: @FortuneFunny www.FortuneFeimster.com Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

We're on our 3rd Pride Month episode. All June we're having LGBT guests on the show and today is no different. We invited an old friend of mine to come talk about her experience growing up Asian and very religious in the same gang riddled projects as me while knowing she was very different from everyone else. She's grown up quite a bit since I last saw her. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Mahlanie: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/Bootycurvaceous TWITTER: @MahlanieP INSTAGRAM: @MahlanieP Human Rights Campaign: www.HRC.org/Topics/Transgender National Center for Transgender Equality: www.TransEquality.org/Know-Your-Rights Trans Pride LA www.Facebook.com/TransPrideLA Los Angeles LGBT Center www.Facebook.com/LALGBTCenter Transgender Law Center www.Facebook.com/Translawcenter Transgender Service Provider Network L.A. www.Facebook.com/TSPNLA Facial Feminization Surgery: Dr. Ousterhout www.DrOFacialSurgery.com Plastic Surgery: www.DrHarrisonLee.com Beverly Hills Transgender Surgery: Dr. Alexander Sinclair www.TGSurgery.com Gender Reassignment Surgery: Dr. Gary J. Alter www.Altered.com Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www .Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

We're continuing our Pride Month series where we'll be having LGBT guests on every Friday in June. Today we have an old friend of mine from the Myspace days - rapper Deadlee (aka Joseph LeMar). He's gay and proud and you probably wouldn't be able to tell that he's gay unless he told you. He has pushed the boundaries, not just outside the gay community, but within the gay community as well - trying to prove that there are lots of different types of gay people and not just the ones the community chooses to represent itself. Listen as he tells about being a rapper who was seen as too hardcore, being in a homosexual abusive relationship, getting into acting and eventually going behind the scenes as a producer and manager of straight hip hop acts. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Deadlee: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/deadlee TWITTER: @deadlee2213 INSTAGRAM: @deadlee2213 Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

The whole month of June, we're celebrating Pride Month and having LGBT guests on every Friday. We decided to kick it off with "America's Favorite Fag" (his words, not mine), comedian Thai Rivera. He may not be politically correct, but he's honest, he's funny and he's a comedy soldier who has worked some of the toughest rooms in the country. With only 12 years in the comedy game so far, he's already made a name for himself by being funny and telling it like it is. Listen to our no-holds-barred interview with Thai and maybe you'll learn a little something. Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Thai Rivera: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/ThaiRivera TWITTER: @ThaiRivera INSTAGRAM: @OfficialThaiRivera www.AmericasFavoriteFag.com Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

"I am the Machine"… For Bert Kreischer fans, that's all you need to hear to get pumped up. For those of you who don't know Bert, after you hear his interview, he'll be your new best friend. He's just a genuine person, a guy who lays it all out, no mystery, no fake attitude, just a lot of life experience, an honest, funny way of looking at life and a laugh that rivals Rodrigo's… And did you know his life was the inspiration for the movie Van Wilder? He's also got popular shows on the Travel Channel. In fact, his show Trip Flip premieres on June 2 on Travel Channel. Go show him some love. *P.S. Bert had me on his popular podcast "Bertcast" last week. If you haven't heard it, go to his podcast website: www.bertcast.com Please take 5 seconds to rate or review the podcast on itunes and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Bert Kreischer: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/BertKreischer TWITTER: @BertKreischer INSTAGRAM: @BertKreischer www.BertKreischer.com www.BertCast.com (Bert's podcast) Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

We had a gap in our guest booking so no guest this time but we decided to do a call-in show instead. I don't know why a lot of our callers sound like they're still asleep but hey, somehow they figured out how to call us. There wasn't a topic this time - just anything they wanted to talk about. Maybe next time we'll have a topic. Grab a coffee and sit back and enjoy. Please rate or review the podcast and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Man, I guarantee you've seen - or heard - this guy in a bunch of tv shows, commercials, everything. He's also a hilarious stand-up comedian. I've known Brian Scolaro for over 10 years. He always kills on stage and he is probably the guy who's getting those acting roles I never get booked for. He's also got a podcast on the All Things Comedy network - called "This Is My Podcast" and it's more of a show (sketches, bits, discussion) than a traditional podcast. Go check it out and tell Brian I sent you. *By the way, Rodrigo couldn't be on the show today so we have Fred Stoller sitting in the co-host seat. Please rate or review the podcast and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Brian Scolaro: www.BrianScolaro.com FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/brian.scolaro TWITTER: @BrianScolaro INSTAGRAM: @ScolaroScolaro All Things Comedy: TWITTER: @AllThingsComedy Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Fred Stoller: TWITTER: @Fred_Stoller INSTAGRAM: @FredStoller Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Hear two different experiences in stand-up comedy and Hollywood… our conversation with comedians Matt Walker and Stephen Kramer Glickman proves that these guys have really been through it all. Listen as Matt describes growing up the only white guy in an all Mexican neighborhood and his comedy experiences on the road and Stephen talks about his years as an actor on the super popular Nickelodeon show, "Big Time Rush". Please rate or review the podcast and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Matt Walker: www.FunnyMatt.com www.mattwalkersucks.com FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/funnymatt TWITTER: @FunnyMatt INSTAGRAM: @FunnyMatt Stephen Kramer Glickman: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/beforenickelodeon.itwasjustglickman TWITTER: @StephenGlickman INSTAGRAM: @StephenGlickman All Things Comedy: TWITTER: @AllThingsComedy Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Today was an emotional day for me… we got to interview Damian Chapa, aka "Miklo" from Bound by Honor: Blood In, Blood Out. It was really a dream come true, our nipples were hard and we just geeked out during the whole episode. Enjoy! Please rate or review the podcast and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Damian Chapa: https://www.facebook.com/damianchapa All Things Comedy: TWITTER: @AllThingsComedy Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Okay, okay, so I'm vegan… Some of you guys know that and the rest of you think I'm punking you, but it's true. Been vegan for over 4 years now because of some health issues and since then my health has improved, I lost some weight (at first, 30 pounds, put about 10 back on since then) and got a lot of hate from fans. People said I was a sell out, whitewashed, and that there's no such thing as a vegan Mexican. Well there is, and all over the country when I'm on the road I've met a lot of other Latino vegans. In this episode I sat down with a bunch of them at Organix Market and Deli (vegan deli!) in Eagle Rock and talked to a lot of the ones in the L.A. area, some of the bigger names in the vegan social media community - most of them are Latino, there's a Filipino in there and an Afghani and a Kiwi too. Organix is a Latino owned and operated business, too, so go support and give it a try - have one barbacoa or "fish" taco there and if you say you don't like it, you're lying!! Please rate or review the podcast and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS - go follow all of these people on INSTAGRAM: @VeganFoodShare @VeganDeeDee @HiramCamillo @ChefRoberto @UnhealthyVegan @TapoutWali @YourVeganFriend @VeganFatKid @OrganixLA @100Tacos @DonutFriend All Things Comedy: TWITTER: @AllThingsComedy Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Met comedian Kira Soltanovich many years ago at a comedy show. She's a strong, loud, funny person, so we got along well. She also came to this country kind of like I did - as a Russian Jewish illegal immigrant, except I am not Russian or Jewish… Listen as she breaks down being pregnant and lactating and being on stage, working on self-producing her next comedy special (which she'll perform while pregnant), being an immigrant, and how her dad always relied on "the SNAKE" to solve every problem… Listen and then throw $5 or $10 into her fundraiser for her special (link below). **Also, our good friend Fred Stoller was sitting on the couch during this podcast and he pipes in with some classic Fred interjections. Please rate or review the podcast and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Kira Soltanovich: FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/pages/Comedian-Kira-Soltanovich TWITTER: @KiraComedy INSTAGRAM: @KiraComedy www.KiraComedy.com Donate here to Kira's fundraiser for her special: https://www.tubestart.com/projects/the-kira-soltanovich-one-hour-comedy-special/7624 Fred Stoller: FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/fred.stoller1 TWITTER: @Fred_Stoller INSTAGRAM: @FredStoller All Things Comedy: TWITTER: @AllThingsComedy Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

I met comedian Suli McCullough a loooong time ago when I was just starting out in comedy. I worked with him a few times and we became friends. He's a really smart, funny, super nice guy. Aside from his infamous character "Crazy Legs" from "Don't Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood", he's also an accomplished stand-up comedian and comedy writer, having written for The Tonight Show with Jay Leno for several years and also for Jamie Foxx on various TV appearances. Please rate or review the podcast and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Suli McCullough: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/suli.mccullough TWITTER: @SuliMcCullough INSTAGRAM: @SuliMcCullough www.SuliMcCullough.com All Things Comedy: TWITTER: @AllThingsComedy Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Our little podcast just turned 1 year old! We celebrated by doing the podcast in front of a live audience on April 1 at the Ice House in Pasadena and we brought back a bunch of our past guests. It's our longest episode ever but it's jam packed with laughs and we were having a good time. So fast forward through the parts you don't like. Here's to another year of fun interviews! Here's the video version of this podcast - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m6LctSlUQ08 Please rate or review the podcast and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS All Things Comedy: TWITTER: @AllThingsComedy Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Jay London is challenging to figure out… never quite sure if he is serious or joking. Strange appearance, quiet, soft-spoken, mild mannered, self-deprecating but very quick-witted. Super nice and loving man who's seen a lot of life on this earth. Listen as he breaks down his act, his experience in show business and how performers need regular ego "feedings" along the way. He also goes into detail about the old business he tried years ago in NY and explains shylocks and the numbers game in a way I can understand. Also, I think this is the most Rodrigo has laughed in any episode, so don't say I didn't warn you. Please rate or review the podcast and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Jay London: TWITTER: @JayLondonComic www.JayLondonLive.com

I don't claim to be a boxing expert - most of my knowledge is from the movies - but I do like boxing and I had a few people approach me about having a young boxer on my show named Roy Tapia. He's a young guy from East L.A. now fighting with Golden Boy Promotions who's undefeated. He's got a pretty cool story and he breaks down his training regimen and the discipline it takes to climb to the top . He's also a young father and brought his daughter along for the show so you might hear her in the background. We also had a call-in from UFC fighter Sean Loeffler who wanted to promote his fight on Mar 21 and he breaks down some of the bullshit he's had to deal with lately in getting back into the UFC after a frustrating struggle and misunderstanding. Please rate or review the podcast and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Roy Tapia: TWITTER: @TapiaRoy INSTAGRAM: @RoyThePitbullTapia Sean Loeffler: TWITTER: @SeanLoeffler http://www.manufractured.webs.com All Things Comedy: TWITTER: @AllThingsComedy Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Beto Duran and I have known each other for a few years. He's been a sports broadcaster for ESPN for 10 years, Spanish broadcaster for the Lakers, announcer for Golden Boy Boxing, getting to live out his childhood dream with all his favorite athletes. Listen as he tells how he got started, and scammed his way to the top - or wherever he is on the sports broadcasting ladder… Beto's a great guy. Go follow him on his social media. Please rate or review the podcast and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Beto Duran: TWITTER: @DuranSports INSTAGRAM: @BetoVision All Things Comedy: TWITTER: @AllThingsComedy Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Andy Kindler is a comic's comic - that's a hackneyed thing to say but it's true. This guy is a comedy scholar. He's even written the book on hack comics "The Hack's Handbook". I have always liked his old school style and quick wit. He also supported me on Last Comic Standing - what's not to love?? Hilarious, hilarious and such a nice guy. Enjoy. Please rate or review the podcast and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Andy Kindler: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/andykindler TWITTER: @AndyKindler www.AndyKindler.com All Things Comedy: TWITTER: @AllThingsComedy Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

You might have seen this guy in Training Day, Bruce Almighty, Fast and Furious and a bunch of other movies where a cholo might jump out and scare you. That's right, actor Noel G is probably THE most frequently cast Latino gangster in movies and TV ever next to Emilio Rivera. He's also an old friend of mine who used to do comedy. But that's not all… this guy has one HELL of a life story (and I do mean hell). He only mentions it briefly at first but then he gets deeper into it. It's enough to make you shed a tear... Please rate or review the podcast and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Noel G: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Noel-Gugliemi TWITTER: @NoelGugliemi TWITTER for his new movie: @DitchPartyMovie INSTAGRAM: @ActorNoelG Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Comedian and writer Neal Brennan sits down with us to talk about his experiences in Hollywood - the good, bad and especially the ugly. Listen to how he came back from "the stink" of Half Baked to co-create one of the greatest comedy shows ever, "Chappelle's Show", and how he came back again on his own - after his partner walked away from it all - to build himself as a stand-up comedian, director and one of Hollywood's most sought after comedy writers today. Please rate or review the podcast and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Neal Brennan: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/neal.brennan TWITTER: @NealBrennan INSTAGRAM: @NealBrennan www.NealBrennan.com Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Tiffany Haddish and I go back a long way. She and I hit up almost every late show at the Hollywood Laugh Factory and Long Beach Laugh Factory every single week between 2006 and 2010. She's hilarious - just a naturally funny person. She's also been through some serious shit in her life - from poverty to foster care to becoming a comedian (and back to poverty again sometimes) and landing a few TV shows and movies along the way. Trust me when I tell you she will blow up very soon. Sit back and enjoy. Please rate or review the podcast and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Tiffany Haddish: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TiffanyHaddish TWITTER: @TiffanyHaddish INSTAGRAM: @TiffanyHaddish www.TiffanyHaddish.com Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

I'm a fan of Melissa Villaseñor. She's funny and does a lot of great impressions - women and men - and sometimes even her cat. Listen as I tell the story of how Gabriel Iglesias once paid for my dental work, Melissa tells the story of knowing she wanted to be a comedian at 12 years old and… for the first time… the origin of Yea Man. Enjoy. Please rate or review the podcast and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Melissa Villaseñor: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/melissavcomedy TWITTER: @MelissaVComedy INSTAGRAM: @MelissaVComedy VINE: Melissa Villaseñor Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Originally recorded January 25, 2015 at the Ontario Improv in Ontario California (in the green room) We're in the green room of the Ontario Improv in California right after a weekend of 8 sold out shows. Rodrigo was performing out of town so we had Ma rcella Arguello, a couple words from Isaac Flaco Martinez and the return of Fred Stoller - these guys were with me on most of the shows this weekend. Mostly this show is just us kicking back after a long weekend of work. Listen as Fred talks about the outcome of the Kramer lawsuit he was facing during our last episode with him, how I got popped for child support the first time and Marcella fills in for all the "yeah mans" in all the right places. Please rate or review the podcast and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Marcella Arguello: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/marcellajarguello TWITTER: @MarcellaComedy INSTAGRAM: @MarcellaComedy Fred Stoller: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/fred.stoller TWITTER: @Fred_Stoller INSTAGRAM: FredStoller Flaco: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Flaco-Martinez TWITTER: @FlacoSeagulls INSTAGRAM: @FunnyFlaco Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Melanie Comarcho is hilarious. She's so funny, she never had to do the grind of the open mics and the bullshit most of us had to go through. She got snatched up for the Def Jam Comedy Tour and world tours with Martin Lawrence, Chris Tucker and Katt Williams. Melanie is raw and real and always herself. Listen as she tells some of her experiences in comedy over the years. Go watch her special on Netflix - "Melanie Comarcho: Hello" Please rate or review the podcast and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Melanie Comarcho: TWITTER: @MelanieComarcho INSTAGRAM: @MelanieComarcho Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

This is two episodes in one… recorded in Tampa Florida when my friend, comedian Russell Peters invited me to fly with him and Dom Irrera on Russell's private plane. I skipped my commercial flight and took my podcast equipment with me. The interview starts off with us waiting at the private airport with a new comedian with 5 years in the game - Adam Murray from Orlando Florida. He tells us about his years doing open mics and driving a taxi cab. I stepped away for a few minutes to go to the bathroom and Rodrigo takes over. The second part of the interview is me on the plane with Russell Peters (the world's most famous comedian that not many people in the U.S. know) and Dom Irrera (hilarious comedian who's been in the game for 30+ years). Kind of all over the place but a bunch of true comedy road life stories. Hope you like it. Please rate or review the podcast and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Adam Murray: TWITTER: @AdamMurrayLive WEBSITE: www.AdamMurrayLive.com Russell Peters: TWITTER: @TheRealRussellP WEBSITE: www.RussellPeters.com Dom Irrera: TWITTER: @DomIrrera WEBSITE: www.DomIrrera.com Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Chuck Bartell. Some call him odd, some call him creepy, irreverant, I just call him George Washington. You might have seen this guy open for me a few times in L.A., Arizona, maybe Chicago and he always surprises my audiences by how funny his act is. He's one of my favorites and has some of the best one liners out there today. I miss the one-liner comics. He's bringing that back. Chuck came on the show to talk about his comedy CD - "Der Humor" - a collection of 150 very short jokes and you may be surprised to know they are organized alphabetically for your convenience. He's also doing a live show in January in Chicago and hoping for a strong turnout so if you're in the area and want to see some weird, funny comedy, go see his show. But don't look for him on social media because he won't be there. Please rate or review the podcast and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Chuck Bartell: EMAIL: Chuck@ChuckBartell.com WEBSITE: www.ChuckBartell.com Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Originally recorded January 2, 2015 at the American Comedy Company in San Diego (in the green room) We're in the green room of the American Comedy Company in San Diego right after the new year talking with Flaco Martinez again and also our friend Big Frog. He's an up and coming comedian in the San Diego area who's had a past that might have made him a contender for the "Cholos: Where Are They Now?" series we did a while ago except he was never a cholo. Listen as he shares the dark sides of San Diego, meth addiction, Ana the Scammer, hair bands and becoming the Hallmark homie in prison. Please rate or review the podcast and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Big Frog: FACEBOOK: https://www.Facebook.com/Bigg.Frogg TWITTER: @BigFrog619 TWITTER: @UpEntertainment Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

After a couple months of trying to match up schedules, we finally got Metalachi in the studio. The ONLY heavy metal mariachi band out there. Ignore any imitators - these guys are the real deal. Strange characters for sure with questionable pasts and I'm still not sure we got a straight answer about anything but we had a lot of fun. These guys bring the Mexican culture of mariachi to the fun of the old hair bands of the 80s. Listen and try to keep up. If you like them, go follow them on their social media or see a live show - they kick off their East Coast tour January 2015. Please rate or review the podcast and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Metalachi: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/Metalachi TWITTER: @metalachi INSTAGRAM: @metalachi www.Metalachi.com Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

3 Chicano artists walk into a bar… I don't have a punchline for that one… But I have run across these 3 L.A. artists a few times over the years and we finally sat down to talk to them all. Rafa Cardenas, East L.A. native, former member of the band Slowrider and now a photographer; Ernesto Yerena from El Centro California, Shepard Fairey protege and the artist who created our podcast logo (and poster) and Juan Luis Garcia, L.A. photographer for the Face Value project and a graphic designer. Hear them tell the stories behind how they got into art, why they pursued it despite many Latino/immigrant families not understanding art as a career, and how they're keeping part of the L.A. art scene "real" in the face of the L.A. hipster takeover. Please rate or review the podcast and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Rafael "Rafa" Cardenas: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/eastlos TWITTER: @rafa_LAphotos INSTAGRAM: @Rafa.LA www.Rafa.LA Juan Luis Garcia: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/juanluisgarcia TWITTER: @juanluisgarcia INSTAGRAM: @JuanLuisGarciaCom www.JuanLuisGarcia.com Ernesto Yerena: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/eyerena TWITTER: @ernestoyerena INSTAGRAM: @ErnestoYerena www.HechoConGanas.com Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Lesa ODaniel-Esparza (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

If you want to have a discussion on comedy and specifically black comedy, you have to include D Militant. He is a comedy historian, a writer and a stand-up comedian. One of the most interesting things about D is his history with Katt Williams as his writer and opener on the road at the height of Katt's fame. Listen as he breaks down the history of black comedy, hollywood and how he narrowly escaped becoming "Whoopsie Wooly". Please rate or review the podcast and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Darryl "D Militant" Littleton: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/mr.dmilitant?fref=ts TWITTER: @D_Militant Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

This guy was the original inspiration for our Cholos: Where Are They Now? series we did a while back but he was always so busy working… Finally, this week we got to talk to actor (and comedian) Emilio Rivera. The realest guy you'll ever meet. He may play unflinching, menacing characters on TV shows and in movies but, yes, Emilio started as a stand-up comedian. I met him when I was starting out in comedy 17 years ago. We lived on the same block. I stayed in comedy and he went on to become a highly sought out character actor. He's currently portraying Marcus Alvarez in Sons of Anarchy and talks about what it's like to go from being a regular guy from the hood to portraying one on the big screen. Watch the series finale of Sons of Anarchy - Tuesday, December 9th, 2014. Please rate or review the podcast and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Emilio Rivera: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/emilioriverafanpage TWITTER: @EmilioRivera48 INSTAGRAM: @EmilioRivera48 Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Last week when we had Flaco as a guest with Gracie, we felt like we didn't get enough Flaco so we had him on by himself this week. Because we find Flaco interesting. He's only been in comedy for 5 years and I believe that he's funnier than most of the other comics out there with more experience. It's not a character - it's who he is even when he's playing Madden at my house. Listen as he breaks down his Marfans Syndrome (and corrects my pronunciation every time) and his experience in stand up comedy so far. Please rate or review the podcast and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Isaac Flaco Martinez: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/jisaac.martinez?fref=ts TWITTER: @FlacoSeagulls INSTAGRAM: @FunnyFlaco Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

We had some extra audio so we're putting up this bonus episode. Last week I walked around the tailgate parties at the Charger-Raider game in San Diego. No Rodrigo, no guests, just me talking to football fans and crazy tailgaters. We started on a mission to find lot D4 but I got stopped too many times along the way so we never made it there. But it's all about the journey, right?? Buy a What's Up Fool? podcast poster at www.FelipesWorld.com/SHOP - 100% of proceeds go to Starts with Arts Foundation in El Centro, CA, which provides extra-curricular art experiences and classes for underpriveleged kids. Please rate or review the podcast and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Gracie has been in comedy for a long time… but she's been doing the open mic rooms that whole time. She's kept her day job the whole time. She's a mom. She's 58. She's also one of the few women in comedy who will put up with all the nonsense from the male comics. Most female comics don't like to hang out with a bunch of dudes bagging on each other and dishing it out. Nothing we say to her affects her - or at least she doesn't show it. She's a true soldier. Listen as she breaks down her history of "trying" to get into show biz, and listen as 4 Mexican-Americans try to remember what M.E.C.H.A. stands for. Flaco also makes a return appearance to cheerlead on the side. We meant to have him on more during this episode but we got sidetracked. We'll have Flaco on again for his own episode. At the end of the episode, listen to the premiere of the new "Taco Tuesday" parody of Drake's "Tuesday" with I Love Makonnen. Video will be coming soon! Buy a What's Up Fool? podcast poster at www.FelipesWorld.com/SHOP - 100% of proceeds go to Starts with Arts Foundation in El Centro, CA, which provides extra-curricular art experiences and classes for underpriveleged kids. Please rate or review the podcast and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Behind-the-scenes photos here: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.862122773821068.1073741853.104630766236943&type=1&l=9338a13374 Gracie Armijo: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/GracieArmijo TWITTER: @GrayCArmijo INSTAGRAM: @GrayCArmijo www.GracieArmijo.com Isaac "Flaco" Martinez: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/jisaac.martinez?fref=ts TWITTER: @FlacoSeagulls INSTAGRAM: @FunnyFlaco Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Today, comedian Carlos Oscar stops by to talk about all things Hollywood in the brand new All Things Comedy podcast studio. Carlos has been in comedy for over 20 years - longer than me. He knows the industry and he tells it like it is. Listen as we share all the ins and outs of the stand-up comedy and TV business, the false starts, the "latinoism", and the changes to come. This is a great episode if you've ever wondered how Hollywood all works - the Cliff's Notes version. We're going to have to have Carlos back for more Hollywood insights. Please rate or review the podcast and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! Subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-up-fool-podcast/id853118658?mt=2 Check out on All Things Comedy: http://allthingscomedy.com/channels/44/what%27s-up-fool%3F **Check out some behind-the-scenes and other photos related to this episode: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.858421744191171.1073741852.104630766236943&type=1&l=2e42ec6d09 LINKS Carlos Oscar: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/carlos.oscar.5?fref=ts TWITTER: @CarlosOscar INSTAGRAM: @CarlosOscar www.CarlosOscar.com www.purecomedy.com Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Today, we welcome… no one. We're in between guests and about to go on a road trip to the Bay Area so we're just sitting down, talking a lot of shit in this episode, spreading some rumors, discussing some celebrity deaths and trying to break the code in Gabriel Iglesias' eulogy to himself. Are you famous enough to have a rumor started about your death? Can you troll your own family online and still be anonymous? And who IS that shady guy with the Jaguar trying to charge fans to get in to see Gabriel's grave? Listen as we just sit around being unproductive today. Please rate or review the podcast and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS **Check out some behind-the-scenes and other photos related to this episode: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.854844417882237.1073741851.104630766236943&type=1 Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

I met comedian Josh Nasar about 7 years ago at the Hollywood Laugh Factory. He was "douchebagged" out, Ed Hardy, Von Dutch, all that stuff… but I remembered him. He made an impression on me as someone who went after what he wanted and who worked hard and just was an all-around nice guy. Over the years, he lost that douchebag image and came into his own as a comedian. He also got further into acting and just got a role on this final season of Sons of Anarchy. Seems like things are looking up for old Joshy…Listen as he describes his upbringing in sales, his experience as a door-to-door salesman, comedian and actor and listen as we discuss for the first time EVER - the origin of the phrase "What's Up Fool?" Please rate or review the podcast and if you like it subscribe! Thanks for listening! LINKS Check out some behind-the-scenes photos of this episode here: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.851369204896425.1073741850.104630766236943&type=3 Josh Nasar: TWITTER: @JoshNasar INSTAGRAM: @JoshNasar WEBSITE: www.JoshNasar.com Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

I met Mariano this year while we were working on a commercial together. He's got quite a story… taken from his abusive home as a young child, Mariano then bounced around in and out of a series of foster homes and schools, never finding any real roots. Throughout this time, however, he was forging a strength of his own and found his calling in the military and eventually professional fighting. Eventually, Mariano began acting in movies and TV and is headed for a new challenge in life. Listen as Mariano breaks down professional (and unlicensed) fighting, "juicing" (not your fruits & veggies) and being a tough guy in Hollywood. Please rate or review the podcast and if you like it subscribe on iTunes or Stitcher. Thanks for listening! **Check out some behind-the-scenes and other photos related to this episode: [srizonfbalbum id=15] LINKS Mariano Mendoza: TWITTER: @marianobigdawg INSTAGRAM: @MexicanBigDawg WEBSITE: www.MarianoMendoza.com Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, editor, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

I've known these guys for a long ass time… I met Mando (Armando Cosio Sr.) when he was an exterminator at the projects where I lived in Boyle Heights. I found out he did comedy on the side. We became friends. He now owns his own exterminating business (La Cucaracha Pest Control) in Los Angeles and still does comedy on the side. He's funny! He and I used to tour with Gabriel Iglesias (Fluffy) for a while too. He has his son "Pops" (Armando Cosio Jr.) working for him in the office and eventually hired my friend Rodrigo Torres to work for him as an exterminator while Rodrigo is touring with me on the side AND going to law school. They have a long history with me, a lot of stories and a lot of jokes. We'll probably have Mando back again soon since we have so much history together, but sit back and listen to this first one. Please rate or review the podcast and if you like it subscribe on iTunes or Stitcher. Thanks for listening! **Check out some behind-the-scenes and other photos related to this episode: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.843272359039443.1073741846.104630766236943&type=1 LINKS Armando "Mando" Cosio Sr: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/Armando.A.Cosio INSTAGRAM: @SwingingChile Armando "Pops" Cosio Jr: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100001083621816&fref=ts INSTAGRAM: [coming soon] Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Isaac "Flaco" Martinez: TWITTER: @FlacoSeagulls INSTAGRAM: @FunnyFlaco Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

I met Sin Quirin a couple years ago at one of my comedy shows in L.A. He turned out to be cool - a real rock and roll guy. This interview is raw and unfiltered and just exactly the way he is. Had a lot of fun talking about the hood, growing up Latino in an all white neighborhood, loving hard rock and punk and being Latino inside that whole world. And with so many things in common, I still can't figure out how we didn't run into each other in the East L.A. area back in the day… Don't let it fool you that he has never smoked or had a drink in his life - this guy has a vice! But let he who is without Sin cast the first stone. BIG shout out to E-Dub and KhoolAid at Pocos Pero Locos for letting us use their studio. Listen to their Latino hip-hop station at http://www.last.fm/music/Pocos+Pero+Locos and follow them on TWITTER: @PPLSTATION Please rate or review the podcast and if you like it subscribe on iTunes or Stitcher. Thanks for listening! LINKS Sin Quirin: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/Sin.Quirin INSTAGRAM: @SinForAll WEBSITE: www.SinQuirin.com HORNS AND HALOS DJ Appearance 10/11/2014: www.hornsandhalosaz.com MINISTRY FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/Ministry Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Isaac "Flaco" Martinez: TWITTER: @FlacoSeagulls INSTAGRAM: @FunnyFlaco Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

I met Desiree about 8 years ago when she started coming to my comedy shows. Found out she was a BBW porn star. She moved away for a while so I didn't learn much more about her after that. Luckily we stayed in touch and when I stopped by Vegas to do a show, I asked her if she would sit down with us and talk about her experience in porn and life in general. Listen as this bright, level-headed creator of BBW Con breaks down the porn industry, Japanese men, and all the fetish categories you can think of. Please rate or review the podcast and if you like it subscribe on iTunes or Stitcher. Thanks for listening! LINKS Desiree Devine: TWITTER: @DesireeDevine or @BBWCon WEBSITES: www.BBWCon.com www.Printing4Pets.com www.DoggieDoOvers.com Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Isaac "Flaco" Martinez: TWITTER: @FlacoSeagulls INSTAGRAM: @FunnyFlaco Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

I've known and worked with comedian Keith Manning for about 10 years. He opens for me in a lot of different cities on the road. I like working with him because he's laid back and cool and easy to get along with. From the deep south, Savannah Georgia, he talks about growing up in the south, idolizing Blood In, Blood Out, black fraternities in college, and how he's never met a black person who went to school with the help of the United Negro College Fund… He also talks about his side of the crazy Houston story that my friend Theo told on our 3rd episode of the Kidnapped series. If you haven't heard that one yet, go listen to it first. Thanks to everyone who is listening to our podcast. We love doing it. Please rate or review the show (even if you hate it) and if you like it, subscribe! LINKS Keith Manning: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/keith.manning.967?fref=ts TWITTER: @keithmanning WEBISODE SERIES: www.seismictv.com Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

The final episode in our "Cholos: Where Are They Now?" series brings us to this guy, Franky Carrillo, who I met while walking down the street. He told me he liked my comedy and that he had watched me on Last Comic Standing… while he was in prison - wrongfully. At age 17, mistakenly identified as a murderer, railroaded into life in prison and then 20 years later, Franky was released with the help of the Innocence Project. An unbelievable story of hope and perserverance in the face of an impossible situation and a young man who finally found his voice and remains positive to this day. By the way, Rodrigo was missing from this episode because he lost his phone and we couldn't get in touch with him. Go follow him on his social networks anyway. Shoutout to my friend Juan Romero who let us do this recording at his coffee shop in Boyle Heights - Primera Taza Coffee House. Go visit them and get a chocomil. Thanks to everyone who is listening to our podcast. We love doing it. Please rate or review the show (even if you hate it) and if you like it, subscribe! LINKS Franky Carrillo: https://www.facebook.com/frankycarrillojr TWITTER: @CarrilloFranky INSTAGRAM: @FrankyCarrilloJr http://www.innocenceproject.org Articles on the Lynwood Vikings and other police gangs: http://www.laweekly.com/informer/2012/04/20/la-sheriffs-gang-jump-out-boys-reportedly-prides-itself-on-officer-involved-shootings http://exiledonline.com/dangerous-jails-do-deputy-gangs-inside-the-los-angeles-sheriffs-department-have-a-free-pass-to-rampage/ http://www.nytimes.com/2011/03/24/us/24guards.html?_r=1& Felipe Esparza: FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/FelipeEsparzaFanPage TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres: TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

Special bonus episode for Labor Day! Flashback to Kidnapped - Where we revisit the story of our very first podcast episode (the kidnapped episode with Chepo and his story of our trip to El Centro California). Well, these 2 guys were there with us, too. Comedians Richard Chang and Herman Sherms Cubillo tell their side of that story plus some other interesting stories of their lives. By the way, Rodrigo is missing from this episode because I forgot we were going to record until the guys showed up at my house. My bad. Actually, my assistant's bad... Please rate or review the show (even if you hate it) and if you like it, subscribe! LINKS Richard Chang: https://www.facebook.com/changstercomic Herman "Sherms" Cubillo: https://www.facebook.com/bigsherms Felipe Esparza: TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @WhatsUpFoolPod

This is the second episode in our "Cholos - Where Are They Now?" mini-series. Birdman is an interesting character. Pretty laid back kind of guy who will sometimes tell a shocking story as if he's just telling you the weather. After growing up feeling "like a human garbage can" and then getting a 2nd and 3rd chance in life, Jaime is finally living on his own terms and learning how to adjust to life on the outside while avoiding the call of the streets. Please rate or review the show (even if you hate it) and if you like it, subscribe! LINKS Jaime "Birdman" Acosta email: jaimea2010@gmail.com Instagram: @jaimebirdmanacosta   Felipe Esparza TWITTER: "@FunnyFelipe" "http://www.twitter.com/funnyfelipe" INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian Rodrigo Torres TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) http://www.voodooglowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) INSTAGRAM: @ernestoyerena Lesa ODaniel (Producer, "What's Up Fool?" podcast) TWITTER: @whatsupfoolpod

This episode kicks off our "Cholos - Where Are They Now?" series. A few episodes that will explore what happens to some of those guys you thought were a lost cause when they were younger; the fools that were drunks, drug addicts, thugs, delinquents… not all of them end up dead or in prison. Some of them become artists. I'm living proof that you can always come back from even the darkest times in life if you have something in life that you're passionate about. So is my friend, artist, Juan Carlos Munoz Hernandez (aka "Heaven"). I've known him since 2nd grade and we grew up following the same bad path in life. Eventually, after years of tagging all over L.A., he turned things around and ended up getting through a rigorous process to become an assistant to sculptor Robert Graham. Today, he still runs the gallery and creates his own sculptures and paintings and continues to do commissioned murals and other work. We had another visitor during the episode - writer Rodrigo Rivera D'Ebre, who is filming his directorial debut documentary on dark progressivism - a film that focuses on many different artists, including Heaven (Juan Carlos). Thanks to everyone who is listening to our little show. We love doing it. Please rate or review the show (even if you hate it) and if you like it, subscribe! LINKS Juan Carlos "Heaven" Munoz Hernandez website: (follow him and tell him you heard him on the show) www.JuanCarlosMunozHernandez.com Instagram: @heaven_k2s Rodrigo Rivera D'Ebre: Twitter: darkprogressivism@indiegogo.com Writings: www.steampresspublishing.com Felipe Esparza TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres TWITTER: @rodrigotorresjr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.voodooglowskulls.com Ernesto Yerena (he designed our podcast logo) Instagram: @ernestoyerena

What a great day this was… My friend Baby Bash (rapper, "Suga Suga", "Cyclone") invited me to the set of his video shoot for his new single, "Certified Freak" and I decided it would be good to do a podcast with him. Little did I know that his friend Kid Frost (rapper, "La Raza", "No Sunshine") was on set hanging out and bringing the crew BBQ from the restaurant he owns in Los Angeles, Little Max's BBQ (http://www.yelp.com/biz/a-taste-of-the-county-fair-lil-maxs-bbq-los-angeles). He was kind enough to give us some time and share his story, too. Thanks to everyone who is listening to our little show. We love doing it. Please rate or review the show (even if you hate it) and if you like it, subscribe! Baby Bash (follow him and tell him you heard him on the show) TWITTER: twitter.com/babybash INSTAGRAM: @BabyBash To see more Baby Bash, check out www.bashtown.com for updates on appearances and new music releases. Kid Frost (follow him and tell him you heard him on the show) TWITTER: twitter.com/ogkidfrost1 INSTAGRAM: @OGKidFrost1 To see more Kid Frost, check out www.OGKidFrost.com for updates on appearances and new music releases. Check out his BBQ restaurant if you're in L.A.: Lil Max's BBQ 721 S Alvarado Los Angeles, CA 90057 Felipe Esparza TWITTER: www.twitter.com/funnyfelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/rodrigotorresjr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) http://www.voodooglowskulls.com

A few months ago, I heard that Fred Stoller was looking to return to stand up after a long break of acting and writing in Hollywood. He's been in a ton of TV shows and movies and I didn't think he would want to open for me but it turned out he did. He was so funny and nice and had so many great stories of his experiences during the stand-up comedy boom of the 80s and being in so many shows and movies that I knew I had to get him on the podcast. Listen as Fred breaks down "comedy bringer shows", how Hollywood treats you if you're not the star, why you should never pay for acting classes and retells some stories from his book "Maybe We'll Have You Back". As Fred says, "life is so much better when there's no hope" #NoChiclets #NoRockettes Fred Stoller WEBSITE: www.fredstoller.net TWITTER: @FredStoller INSTAGRAM: @FredStoller BUY FRED'S BOOK: http://www.amazon.com/Maybe-Well-Have-You-Back/dp/1620877066 WATCH FRED'S MOVIE (FRED & VINNIE) ON NETFLIX. Here's the trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NJH2cShv8g Felipe Esparza TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they do our theme song) www.VoodooGlowskulls.com

Joey and I have known each other for almost 20 years. We have lots of stories and hope you like these. On today's episode of "What's Up Fool?" podcast, Uncle Joey, aka Joey "Coco" Diaz, legendary comedian, podcaster and all-around badass stops by and drops some SCIENCE! We find out where the Devil is from, Joey's version of the alphabet that helps toughen up his daughter and why he feels character is THE most important thing to anyone's career and life. #CharliesGettingStrongerEveryDay

I found this guy Dani Luv interesting. He's Starchild in a Kiss tribute band (Kiss My Ass), he's in a Spanish rock duo (Matador) and hails from a little town in Kansas that you'd never know had any Latinos in it. Oh yeah, he's Latino, too. This is the 2nd episode in our series on "Hollywood Dreamers"… What makes a normal person drop everything and move to California to take their chances at fame and (maybe) fortune? What if they don't make it big? Why do they still stay? What does "making it" mean to them? What makes them get back up every time the industry knocks them down? We hear Dani's story of Kiss, Garden City, the Latin music scene and even his stint in the "back office" of the porn industry. Dani Luv (follow him and tell him Felipe sent you) TWITTER: @DaniLuvLive INSTAGRAM: @DaniVLuv To see more Dani, check out www.DaniLuv.com for updates on appearances and new music releases. MATADOR http://www.reverbnation.com/matadorrocks KISS MY ASS http://www.reverbnation.com/kissmyassusa Felipe Esparza TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe INSTAGRAM: @FelipeEsparzaComedian www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr INSTAGRAM: @RodrigoTorresJr Voodoo Glowskulls (they did our theme song!) www.voodoo

Our friend Joe "Hulk" McQueen helps us kick off our series on "Hollywood Dreamers"… What makes a normal person drop everything and move to California to take their chances at fame and (maybe) fortune? What if they don't make it big? Why do they still stay? What makes them get back up every time the industry knocks them down? Joe McQueen tells his story - an incredible story of passion, struggle, homelessness, being a "superhero" and life on the fringe of Hollywood. Joe McQueen TWITTER: @JoeHulkMcQueen Check out the documentary about 4 superhero characters who work at Hollywood and Vine in Hollywood - "Confessions of a Superhero" - available on Netflix. Felipe Esparza TWITTER: @FunnyFelipe www.felipesworld.com Rodrigo Torres TWITTER: @RodrigoTorresJr

Our belated Memorial Day episode. We talk to my hometown hero, a guy from the Pico Gardens/Pico Aliso projects where I grew up. Ray lost so much as a young Marine in Vietnam that he had every right to give up hope. One day on the little league field changed all that. Interesting Links… @funnyfelipe (my twitter) @rodrigotorresjr (Rodrigo's twitter) www.woundedwarriorproject.org Cool news story on the 2 doctors to operated on Ray and saved his life in Vietnam: http://www.thedenverchannel.com/sports/local-sports/bolder-boulder/vietnam-war-veterans-to-be-recognized-at-bolderboulder-for-saving-man-shot-in-the-neck-with-grenade

Think there aren't any good cops out there? Think again. The human side of the force as told by the man who caught one of the most inhumane serial killers, Richard Ramirez, the "Night Stalker". Legendary Sheriff Gil Carrillo (retired) sits down with me and Rodrigo and talks about his life as a cop and a Sheriff and how he became embroiled in one of the most infamous murder cases in American history. Oh, and he happens to be one of my biggest fans. Listen as he tells us about "social climbing Mexicans" and the true difference between white lobsters and Mexican lobsters. More info on the Night Stalker case - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_Ramirez www.felipesworld.com (Felipe's website - find all social network links and tour dates here) @funnyfelipe (Felipe's twitter) @rodrigotorresjr (Rodrigo's twitter) www.voodooglowskulls.com (Voodoo Glowskulls does my theme song - check out their website for more music and tour dates) Producer: Lesa ODaniel @whatsupfoolpod (the show's twitter page) fans@felipesworld.com

Happy (early) Mother's Day! We dropped by comedian Luenell's house to talk to her about being a mother and a comedian, her reformed ways and her uncanny ability to attract every loser out there. You might know her as the "hooker-with-a-heart-of-gold" in the movie Borat and her recurring role in Californication and Think Like a Man. *(Sorry for the mic noise in the beginning - I promise, it goes away later in the show) Show Links: Go to www.felipesworld.com/podcast for more photos! www.heyluenell.com (Luenell's website) @luenell (Luenell's twitter) felipesworld.com (my website - find all my social networks and tour dates there) @funnyfelipe (my twitter) www.voodooglowskulls.com (Voodoo Glowskulls does my theme song - check out their website for more music and tour dates) Producer: Lesa ODaniel @whatsupfoolpod (the show's twitter page)

Our last "victim" in the kidnapping series talked with Felipe at the Houston Improv a couple weeks ago. Theo Taylor, a Houston based comedian, tells his side of the story about a night with Felipe he'll never forget. If you listen closely, you might just learn (kind of) about Liberia, immigrant parents, suburban black dudes and boudain balls on another episode of What's Up Fool? podcast. IMPORTANT LINKS: www.felipesworld.com (my website where you can find all my social networks) twitter.com/FunnyFelipe (my Twitter in case you didn't visit my website) www.voodooglowskulls.com (Latino ska punk band from Riverside California - they do my theme song and they've been together over 20 years) twitter.com/TheoMETaylor (Theo's twitter) twitter.com/ChrisStorin (Chris' Twitter) twitter.com/RodrigoTorresJr (Rodrigo's Twitter) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Liberia (more info on Liberia)

Another "kidnapping" victim stops by to reminisce with Felipe (and guest sidekick Chris Storin). Kenny Benitez, not a comic, not a drug addict… why did he stay? Who else buys you a piece of cake bro? I'll hang out with Duck Dynasty and pray… Don't take Jack-in-the-Box to Strippers and other great advice on another episode of What's Up Fool? podcast. IMPORTANT LINKS: www.felipesworld.com (my website where you can find all my social networks) twitter.com/FunnyFelipe (my Twitter in case you didn't visit my website) www.voodooglowskulls.com (Latino ska punk band from Riverside California - they do my theme song and they've been together over 20 years) www.facebook.com/KennyBenitezLovesLife (seriously that's Kenny's Facebook…) twitter.com/ChrisStorin (Chris' Twitter)

My FIRST EPISODE EVER! And the first in our KIDNAPPING series - a series of interviews with people I've "kidnapped" under the influence. Hear comedian Juan Garcia's version of some of the adventures with me and how he has been manipulated by veteran comics just because… If you're a new comedian, F*CK the comedy classes - this is stuff no comedy "teacher" will ever prepare you for. IMPORTANT LINKS: www.felipesworld.com (my website) www.voodooglowskulls.com (Voodoo's website - thanks for the theme song guys) www.trulycomedy.com (Juan's website) twitter.com/RodrigoTorresJr (Rodrigo's twitter)