Recorded at The Comedy Zone in Charlotte, NC, our guests include A-List headlining and feature comedians from across the country. New shows @ noon EST every Friday. We are likely NSFW unless you work in a super-progressive place, or in a comedy club. Hosted by Will Jacobs and Jason Allen King.
Kevin Doesn't Like Milk
Kevin hates milk; Jason gets to know Kevin before he leaves.
1/25/2024 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 52 seconds
Comedian Mimi Benfield
Charlotte comedian Mimi Benfield joins Jason in-studio to talk about her upcoming show at The Comedy Zone, and selling her house and hitting the road.
1/11/2024 • 35 minutes, 58 seconds
Chasing Jason's Dream
Back! With an announcement, a game, and the state of Charlotte's theater community.
12/7/2023 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 15 seconds
Peace Be Upon You
Charlotte comedian Jonathan Williams talks about his time with the Bored Teachers Tour, and parenting on the road. Also, Would You Rather...
10/26/2023 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 23 seconds
This or That
A spirited round of This or That, which is totally NOT the same game as Would You Rather?
10/19/2023 • 54 minutes, 36 seconds
Would You Rather?
A spirited game of Would You Rather goes off the rails.
10/12/2023 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 7 seconds
It's An Honor Just to be Nominated
We/re back, and NOMINATED! Plus a bunch of random talk.
10/5/2023 • 57 minutes, 17 seconds
The Cat's Out of the Bag
In which a secret is revealed, and who knows Kevin better- his girlfriend, Lindsey or Jason?
8/24/2023 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 19 seconds
LIVE from Comedy Arts Theater of Charlotte
Recorded live at Comedy Arts Theater of Charlotte, Jason and Kevin lead the audience in Advice You Should Not Follow, Would You Rather, and we hear from Old Time Newsman. Special appearance by Abigail Head.
8/3/2023 • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 9 seconds
Indiana Jones and the Comedy Zone Podcast
Which Chess Piece are you"; Summer Movies; hair envy
7/20/2023 • 54 minutes, 28 seconds
Only Feet
Would You Rather takes a turn.
6/29/2023 • 1 hour, 13 seconds
AI Jokes
Back in the studio, Like, Love, Leave; AI jokes; Sculpture vs. Statue.
6/22/2023 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 14 seconds
Callbacks
Lots of call-backs, the WGA strike, nd a rousing game of What If?
5/18/2023 • 59 minutes, 52 seconds
Sexual Tension
Things are getting tense in the studio. Audio memes. Listener voice mail.
5/11/2023 • 52 minutes, 55 seconds
May the 4th Something Something
It's May the Fourth and Jason's inner nerd is showing; Jason also recaps his West Coast trip, and we hear Emperor Palpatine's speech delivered from various celebrities.
5/4/2023 • 43 minutes, 43 seconds
Spending Money and Time in LA
Jason checks in from LA.
4/20/2023 • 39 minutes, 54 seconds
AJ Wilkerson
Comedian AJ Wilkerson joins Jason and Kevin to talk about discovering he's Autistic at the age of 30, working with Kevin Smith and Jay Mewes, and hitting the stage in Charlotte.
4/12/2023 • 59 minutes, 37 seconds
Would You Rather...
Jason and Kevin engage in a spirited round of Would You Rather... plus... Listener VoiceMail!
3/30/2023 • 50 minutes, 18 seconds
Discomfort
Jason gets uncomfortable when he has to dissect one of his own bits.
3/23/2023 • 55 minutes, 35 seconds
Making the In Memoriam
Goo news and bad news... we've found a way to get Jason into the Oscars.
3/16/2023 • 46 minutes, 14 seconds
I Know How To Say Bon Jour
Kevin and Lindsey return from Europe; Chris Rock's live special, and guess the theme song.
3/9/2023 • 53 minutes, 4 seconds
Ariel Elias
Last year Ariel Elias had a beer thrown at her on stage. What she did next, and has done since, will become legend.
She joins Jason in advance of her March 3rd appearance at Charlotte's Comedy Zone.
3/1/2023 • 46 minutes
Life's Hard Enough Without Carbs
Allergy season already? Locked out, celebrity text name-dropping, addicted to carbs
2/23/2023 • 39 minutes, 22 seconds
Shaun Jones is for Lovers
Comedian Shaun Jones talks about his Valentine's Day shows at The Comedy Zone, and his lack of a career Plan B.
2/14/2023 • 40 minutes, 33 seconds
Old Time News/Today's Headlines
A visitor to the studio goes through today's headlines. Plus some weirdness. Just another day in the studio.
2/10/2023 • 53 minutes, 57 seconds
A Hot New Banger
New year, new music, new sponsors, new audio memes.
2/2/2023 • 34 minutes, 18 seconds
Comedian Simon Gibson
Comedian Simon Gibson joins Jason, then some housekeeping and a new sponsor.
1/25/2023 • 1 hour, 38 seconds
Brought to You by Bread
1/19/2023 • 41 minutes, 33 seconds
Comedian/Actress Emma Willmann
Emma Willmann (Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, Crashing) joins Jason before her date at Charlotte's Comedy Zone, and then improv comedian Kevin Shimko sits in for some silliness.
1/11/2023 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 3 seconds
2023!
It's 2023, and we're just learning Jason likes cooking shows.
1/5/2023 • 47 minutes, 33 seconds
Sleepy Christmas
Sleep problems, awake problems, and the Story of the Year from the NFL.
12/24/2022 • 51 minutes, 21 seconds
Don't Be A Sh*tbag
Jason is done with bad people; opening for Pete Holmes; lobster at Christmas
12/15/2022 • 39 minutes, 18 seconds
Comedian Jordan Centry
Charlotte comedian Jordan Centry joins Jason to talk about his leap of faith, and producing a new open mic (Queen City Nerve's "Best of the Nest") and being named Charlotte's favorite comedian.
12/8/2022 • 39 minutes, 15 seconds
Turkey is Overrated
Jason's on fire and Thanksgiving turkey is overrated, as are deez nuts.
11/18/2022 • 38 minutes, 31 seconds
Mimi Benfield
Comedian Mimi Benfield joins Jason in-studio to talk about her time in NYC, her return to Charlotte, and deciding not to adjust who she is on stage.
11/10/2022 • 32 minutes, 45 seconds
Scars
A mishap with the mitre saw; we've all got scars, and a drop-in from QCPN producer Jess.
10/27/2022 • 29 minutes, 12 seconds
Happy Halloween and Death
Jason's first time in the new studio starts with a celebration of Halloween and deteriorates into a discussion of why movies aren't as good as they used to be.
10/20/2022 • 56 minutes, 2 seconds
Comedian Drew Harrison
Jason returns! Plus- comedian Drew Harrison explains why he moved from NC to Nashville, and how he totally committed to his new special.
10/13/2022 • 1 hour, 33 seconds
Family, Am I Right?
Joy talks about performing standup in front of her family, and she may have a bit of a short temper.
10/6/2022 • 33 minutes, 55 seconds
Comedian Kylie Rose Vincent
Comedian Kylie Rose Vincent joins Joy to talk about her compulsive standup schedule, performing her one-woman show "Bird" 29 times at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, and living in her car.
9/29/2022 • 27 minutes, 33 seconds
Harrison Tweed
Comedian Harrison Tweed joins guest host Joy Wills to talk about the open mic scene in NYC, and Netflix's effect on standup.
9/22/2022 • 32 minutes, 38 seconds
Comedian/Actress Hilliary Begley
Comedian/actress Hilliary Begley (Dumplin') joins Joy to talk about her car trouble, and how Jennifer Aniston discovered her.
9/15/2022 • 27 minutes, 58 seconds
Comedian Grace Hauth
Joy Wills begins her residency in the studio with Charlotte comedian Grace Hauth, and don't invite yourself over to Joy's house.
9/8/2022 • 1 hour, 44 seconds
Joy Wills
Charlotte comedian Joy Wills joins Jason in-studio for a special announcement.
9/1/2022 • 41 minutes, 58 seconds
Christian Johnson
Christian Johnson joins Jason Allen King ahead of his headlining show at Charlotte's Comedy Zone.
8/25/2022 • 32 minutes, 17 seconds
Improv Takeover
Cale Evans, Blake Edwards and Sam Hatch from Queen City Comedy take over the podcast right before the Comedy Bang Bang show at The Queen City Comedy Experience at Blumenthal Performing Arts' Knight Theater. This podcast includes breaking news that everyone already knows by the time this episode gets published.
8/19/2022 • 38 minutes, 13 seconds
Queen City Comedy Experience is Under Way! with Cale Evans
Queen City Comedy's Cale Evans gets right off a plane from the Just for Laughs Festival in Montreal and gets elbows deep into the Queen City Comedy Experience with Jason.
8/4/2022 • 41 minutes, 36 seconds
The Queen City Comedy Experience Is Back!
Queen City Comedy Experience producer Joe Hunsaker joins Jason to talk about assembling the festival for 2022 after a three-year hiatus, finding new venues, and the amazing shows coming up.
7/14/2022 • 35 minutes, 7 seconds
Be In The Moment
Flying next to sociopaths, stay in the moment, U2 o the subway- with Jason Allen King and Jonathan Williams.
6/30/2022 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 27 seconds
Half of The Comedy Zone Special 7th Anniversary Special
This is the first half of the Comedy Zone Special 7th Anniversary Special.. as the second half is lost to the podcast Gods. Recorded live in Producer Brian's backyard.
6/9/2022 • 31 minutes, 33 seconds
Fatigue
Jason and guest Jonathan Williams discuss pursuing creative projects while battling fatigue.
5/26/2022 • 59 minutes, 43 seconds
Comedian Jonathan Williams
Comedian Jonathan Williams joins Jason, where they discuss audience members approaching the stage, writing and rewriting jokes, and if Jonathan's name still works for him.
5/12/2022 • 59 minutes, 24 seconds
Atlanta Comedian Ian Aber
Atlanta comedian and show producer Ian Aber joins Jason to talk about booking shows, and watching young comedians grow.
5/5/2022 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 34 seconds
Comedian JD Colwell
Charlotte comedian JD Colwell joins Jason in-studio.
4/28/2022 • 46 minutes, 39 seconds
Comedian Ryan Davis
Comedian Ryan Davis joins Jason in-studio before his homecoming weekend at Charlotte's Comedy Zone.
4/21/2022 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 27 seconds
Remembering Gilbert Gottfried
Producer Brian and former co-host Sammi Jo Francis remember legendary comedian Gilbert Gottfried, and tee up the conversation with him from this very podcast on March 16, 2017.
4/14/2022 • 31 minutes, 49 seconds
Comedian Coco Fresh
Jason talks with Coco Fresh (Courtney Tyson) about comedy and spirituality.
4/7/2022 • 34 minutes, 58 seconds
A Not-So-Funny Thing Happened at the Oscars
Comedians Cort McCown, Joy Wills, and Carlos Valencia join Jason in-studio to try to make sense of the slap heard round the world at the 2022 Oscars.
3/31/2022 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 5 seconds
Katherine Blanford and Jonathan Williams
Comedian Katherine Blanford from the podcast "Cheaties" joins Jason and special guest Jonathan Williams (Preachers' Kids Podcast)
3/17/2022 • 55 minutes, 31 seconds
Jesse Jones
Comedian Jesse Jones joins Jason to talk about his start with the legendary Charlotte sketch group The Perch, his time with MTV, and his bourbon podcast.
3/10/2022 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 37 seconds
Comedian Aaron Weber
Comedian Aaron Weber joins Jason to talk about his start, and his pet peeves.
3/3/2022 • 56 minutes, 54 seconds
Water and Sleep
Developing good... and bad... habits, plus 'I hate water" and what's coming up in comedy.
2/17/2022 • 45 minutes, 17 seconds
Comedian Turner Sparks
Comedian Turner Sparks joins Jason to talk about his podcast "Lost in America," his I-can't-beleive-this-is-accredited semester abroad, and how he had not one but TWO businesses taken over by the Chinese government.
2/10/2022 • 49 minutes, 9 seconds
Producer/Comedian Keith Dee
Producer/Comedian Keith Dee joins Jason to discuss how he built shows at small venues in South Carolina's Low Country, and what makes for a good, small venue show.
2/3/2022 • 50 minutes, 57 seconds
Caitlin Peluffo
Comedian Caitlin Peluffo joins Jason to talk about, you know... comedy, her career, being on network TV and her pet peeves.
1/27/2022 • 46 minutes, 44 seconds
Remembering Bob Saget
Bob Saget was the first guest on The Comedy Zone Podcast, May 26, 2015.
In this episode, we remember Bob's graciousness, his humility, and his desire to continue to work towards the things he wanted, and we revisit his appearance with us from 7 years ago.
1/13/2022 • 22 minutes, 33 seconds
Meet The New Year - Same As The Old Year
Jason and Brian acknowledge the new year and their plans which are sure to fall apart.
1/6/2022 • 32 minutes, 41 seconds
Matt Fulchiron
Comedian Matt Fulchiron joins Jason to talk about his return to the road, starting out in LA, and cancel culture's effects on his process.
12/23/2021 • 50 minutes, 26 seconds
Ben Jones
Comedian Ben Jones joins Jason to discuss how he almost joined the circus, how Jeff Foxworthy inspired his career, and the importance of free food.
12/16/2021 • 42 minutes, 39 seconds
Cort McCown Returns! Again!
Cort McCown saves the day, Christmas at Jason's house, playing a recovery show in Vegas.
12/9/2021 • 56 minutes, 57 seconds
Comedian Chris Buck
Chris Buck discusses with Jason Allen King the relationship (and consequences) between technology, social media, and comedy, and how it affects both the authenticity and appreciation of art forms.
12/2/2021 • 57 minutes, 28 seconds
Charlotte Comedians Talk Chris Rock and Charlotte Comedy
Charlotte comedians talk about Chris Rock's latest performance at The Comedy Zone, and Charlotte Comedy.
11/25/2021 • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 25 seconds
Actor/Comedian Tony Tone
Tony Tone joins Jason from the set of a music video and talks about his upcoming projects, getting back on the road, and his path to the stage.
11/11/2021 • 35 minutes
Andy Forrester
Jason catches up with comedian Andy Forrester.
11/4/2021 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 56 seconds
John Henton
Headlining at Charlotte's Comedy Zone this weekend (Oct 28/29/30) comedian John Henton joins Jason to talk about getting back on the road, his legendary Tonight Show appearance, and trading jabs with Milton Berle.
10/28/2021 • 34 minutes, 52 seconds
Ben Brainard
Tik-Tok mega-sensation Ben Brainard joins Jason in-studio to talk about falling backwards into Tik-Tok success, and moving to LA and immediately going on tour.
10/21/2021 • 45 minutes, 51 seconds
Crystalle Ramey and the World Series of Comedy
Charlotte comedian Crystalle Ramey joins Jason in-studio to talk about her appearance at The World Series of Comedy in Las Vegas, losing a fight with a .99-cent shrimp cocktail, and appearing on a show with Jay Leno.
10/14/2021 • 59 minutes, 18 seconds
Mel and Tim
We're living in the future; Tim Counts and Sonja Goodwin join Jason to talk about their improv show coming up at The Comedy Zone, and Tim's dad squatted on his social media handles.
9/30/2021 • 39 minutes, 46 seconds
One Rough Week
This has been a tough week in the comedy community and beyond. Jason fought off the 'Rona, The Comedy Zone Family loses one of its own, Norm MacDonald passes away.
9/16/2021 • 28 minutes, 7 seconds
Comedian Jason Collings
Jason Collings joins Jason from LA to talk about the white lie that started his comedy career, and doing The Tonight Show with Jay Leno on 45 minutes notice.
9/2/2021 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 40 seconds
Comedy Booker Chuck Johnson
Chuck Johnson from Summit Comedy joins Jason to discuss booking comics into college and corporate gigs, why you should never book Tracy Morgan, and how the game has changed over the past 20 years.
8/26/2021 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 30 seconds
Talent Agent Renee Vesci
Comedians who want to be actors, listen up! Talent Agent to the Stars Renee Vesci from Fast Lane Talent joins Jason to spill all the inside secrets about making sure your auditions get seen, and what it really takes to break through in the business.
8/19/2021 • 1 hour, 23 minutes, 29 seconds
Queen City Comedy Experience
Cale Evans from Queen City Comedy and Joe Hunsaker from Blumenthal Performing Arts are in-studio to talk about the upcoming Queen City Comedy Experience, Sept 7-12 at Blumenthal Arts Spirit Square.
8/12/2021 • 58 minutes, 32 seconds
CATCH's Kevin Shimko
Comedy Arts Theater of Charlotte's Kevin Shimko joins Jason in-studio to talk about the doozy of a year CATCH has had, upcoming shows, and dropping five pages of a Shakesperian play in front of an audience.
8/5/2021 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 33 seconds
Mick Betancourt
Television writer/comedian Mick Betancourt joins Jason in-studio to talk about his potential return to comedy and podcasting, writing for Law and Order SVU, The Purge (TV series), and the number of comedians and writers who are leaving Hollywood.
7/29/2021 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 31 seconds
Carlos Valencia
Carols Valencia joins Jason in-studio to talk about taking the leap, dealing with hecklers and having a podcast with an unidentifiable name.
7/22/2021 • 1 hour, 14 minutes, 11 seconds
Kenyon Adamcik
Comedian Kenyon Adamcik joins Jason to talk about his comedy roots and approach to writing, and tells the story of how he got left back in elementary school in spite of being bilingual.
7/15/2021 • 53 minutes, 45 seconds
Mike Speenberg
Comedian Mike Speenberg joins Jason to talk about his return to Charlotte and how his podcast has helped him love this city more, plus the one class upcoming comics should take after they graduate from standup school.
7/1/2021 • 54 minutes, 53 seconds
Comedian EJ Nonstop
Comedian EJ Nonstop joins Jason from the front seat of his car.
6/10/2021 • 54 minutes, 55 seconds
COVID-19 and The Comedy Zone with Owner Brian Heffron
Comedy Zone owner Brian Heffron, booking manager Len Kure and Comedy Zone Charlotte GM Ted Garvin join Jason in-studio to talk about how the Comedy Zone survived COVID-19, the first days of the lockdown, canceling hundreds of shows, pivoting to on-line comedy, canceling even more shows, and the soon-to-be-re-opening a newly remodeled Comedy Zone Charlotte... we're breaking Comedy Zone news on this episode. Oh, it's also The Comedy Zone Podcast's 300th episode.
6/3/2021 • 55 minutes, 40 seconds
Steve Rogers
After doing standup for only five years, NY comedian Steve Rogers performed on The Late Show with Steven Colbert. Crazy, right? In this week's Comedy Zone Podcast, he tells Jason how he did it.
5/27/2021 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 47 seconds
Comedian Paul Hooper
Comedy Zone Podcast Hall of Famer Paul Hooper joins Jason IN-STUDIO to talk about his year, what's next, and his writing process or lack thereof.
5/13/2021 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 42 seconds
Jason Out West
Jason shoots his Dry Bar special and spends time in Utah; plus, to hang out in the green room, or not to hang out in the green room?
5/6/2021 • 1 hour, 14 minutes, 7 seconds
Comedian Tom Simmons
Comedian Tom Simmons joins Jason and talks about his start in comedy, living on the road with a new wife, and writing for a new television program without knowing anything about writing for a new television program.
4/22/2021 • 1 hour, 23 minutes, 42 seconds
Kenny and Leah Garcia
Jason is joined by Kenny and Leah Garcia, talking comedy, live shows, their podcast (Side By Side) and why they bailed on Philadelphia.
4/15/2021 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 6 seconds
Big Comedy Zone Announcement; plus Dana Koster!
A major announcement regarding Charlotte's Comedy Zone, plus Charlotte Laughs Tonight's Dana Koster joins Jason to talk about there love of comedy, her stage fright, booking comedy at The Evening Muse, and how she started Charlotte's most comprehensive on-line comedy calendar.
4/8/2021 • 54 minutes, 2 seconds
Comedian James Hodge
Comedian James Hodge joins Jason and this one goes off the rails early, plus - listen for Jason's April Fool's prank... somewhere in this episode.
4/1/2021 • 1 hour, 26 minutes, 48 seconds
Comedians Jonathan Williams and Tara Brown
Guests Jonathan Williams and Tara Brown join Jason to talk about their new Queen City Podcast Network podcast, Preachers Kids, and why their unlikely partnership works so well. Plus, a spirited round of Bible Trivia.
3/25/2021 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 29 seconds
Comedian Jeremy Alder
NC comedian Jeremy Alder joins Jason to talk about his comedy journey from the pulpit to the stage, and how a sarcasm intervention may have led him to all this.
3/11/2021 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 18 seconds
Comedian Crystalle Ramey
Comedian Crystalle Ramey joins Jason to discuss how she's using all this down time to improve as a comedian, make connections, and work 6-8 open mics a night from her home!
3/4/2021 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 53 seconds
PJ Barnes and Natascha Adams
Jason is joined by PJ Barnes and Natascha Adams from the movie "All We Got," produced in Charlotte during the pandemic in 2020, and streaming now on Amazon Prime.
2/18/2021 • 59 minutes, 46 seconds
Comedian Derek Richards
Comedian Derek Richards joins Jason to talk about his unlikely start in comedy, following Brad Garrett in his own club, and his fight with cancer.
2/11/2021 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 34 seconds
Comedian J. Bliss
Charlotte comedian J. Bliss talks with Jason about his conversion from corporate life to comedy, and nearly back again due to COVID.
2/4/2021 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 28 seconds
Podcasts and Politics
Preparation is key to podcasts, and comedy, plus Jason encourages comics to keep politics off the stage in 2021.
1/28/2021 • 49 minutes
An Unprovoked Plumbing Problem
Trouble, with a capital T, that rhymes with P, and that stands for Plumbing.
Plus, Jason gets an email from a fellow comic that leaves him troubled. With a capital T...
1/21/2021 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 1 second
Comedian Philly Plowden
Actor/comedian Philly Plowden joins Jason from Atlanta to talk about his start in comedy, notoriously crummy comedy condos, and his running joke with another comic.
1/14/2021 • 1 hour, 18 minutes, 38 seconds
Comedian Cliff Cash
This episode - recorded before the events of January 6, 2021 - includes an appearance from comedian Cliff Cash. His new album, "Halfway There," drops January 8.
1/7/2021 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 15 seconds
Comedian Sam Evans
What's it like to bomb on the biggest stage of your young career? Sam Evans knows. He also may have misinterpreted his mother's encouragement. Either way, he's funny, and he joins Jason in this week's episode.
12/31/2020 • 1 hour, 15 seconds
Comedian Jenn Snyder
Comedian Jean Snyder joins Jason to discuss favorite Christmas movies, how she's dealt with being a full-time comedian in a pandemic, and how she'll be Brian's Christmas Cookie Cuck.
12/24/2020 • 1 hour, 43 seconds
Comedian Shaun Jones
Comedian Shaun Jones joins Jason to discuss comedy, writing, and the phone call on the way to the airport that changed his life.
12/17/2020 • 52 minutes, 30 seconds
Fluffy Little Mascot
Jason has a past that we just learn about in this episode. Plus, the year's top standup specials and what if there was a fellowship for comedians to study their craft?
12/10/2020 • 51 minutes, 28 seconds
Comedian Sid Davis
Charlotte comedian Sid Davis joins Jason and tells the story of his journey to comedy, after selling insurance and fixing commercial airplanes.
12/4/2020 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 48 seconds
Bullied
The guys haven't always been this cool.
11/20/2020 • 41 minutes, 3 seconds
The Future
For some standups, the future of comedy is very much unknown, Will and Jason embark on a frank discussion of what the next few months might mean for comics who have to grind out a career.
Plus, Jason may or may not be on a stakeout.
11/12/2020 • 54 minutes, 31 seconds
Scary Movies and Scary Times
Trunk or Treat just sounds... wrong. Plus, Scary movies and scarier times.
10/29/2020 • 52 minutes
Non-Recurring Segments
Jason returns with a fashion statement, Will loiters on docks, Clip of the Week!
10/22/2020 • 54 minutes, 5 seconds
All OF The Things
So much to talk about after two weeks off. Football, food, voting, fishing. It's all here.
10/16/2020 • 1 hour, 18 minutes, 1 second
Meat
Will and producer Brian discuss the art and science of BBQ, and some football, and how Will deals with not being the center of attention at home, or if he even ever was.
9/25/2020 • 43 minutes, 11 seconds
No Better Time to Quit
Will returns after the birth of his son; missing the stage; there's never been a better time to quit on your dreams.
9/18/2020 • 46 minutes
Lauren Ansley's Pivot
Charlotte comedian and show producer Lauren Ansley joins Jason to talk about the timing of the pandemic shutdown and her career, and her multiple pivots since then that have kept her working.
9/10/2020 • 38 minutes, 47 seconds
Business Decisions
Jason does an outdoor show, Will needs another week off, Jim Gaffigan has a meltdown, and then explains it.
9/3/2020 • 36 minutes, 34 seconds
Quick Hits!
A baby update, quick comedy hits, and a new Seinfeld book!
8/28/2020 • 51 minutes, 11 seconds
Grunge Before Hair
Comedy just feels different, if Grunge came before Hair Metal, opening for Rob Schneider.
8/13/2020 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 42 seconds
Charlotte Comedian Chris Corrado
Charlotte comedian and producer Chris Corrado joins Will to talk about his career, his eye for locating non-traditional venues where comedy will work, his pivot to producing drag shows after COVID-19, and his love for horror movies.
8/6/2020 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 27 seconds
Responsible Freakin'
Will and Jason connect via ZOOM for the first time since all the crazy started, to talk about live comedy, the return of sports, and Jason's quarantine workout routine.
7/30/2020 • 51 minutes, 55 seconds
The Funny Bus
Comedian JD Colwell joins Will to talk about working the Funny Bus, and an audience member who really didn't want anything to do with him.
7/23/2020 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 51 seconds
Cat-Gone!
Will's cat gets out of Dodge... sort of.
7/17/2020 • 48 minutes, 22 seconds
Jason Hits the Road
Jason takes a road gig, with some restrictions; plus comedians behaving badly.
7/9/2020 • 56 minutes, 30 seconds
We Have Work to Do
Will and Jason reflect on the state of race in America, and where do we go from here?
6/18/2020 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 56 seconds
Comedian Mike Goodwin
Comedian Mike Goodwin talks with host Will jacobs about his time in the military, learning comedy, working the church circuit, and meeting Will in comedy class.
6/11/2020 • 1 hour, 14 minutes, 53 seconds
Don't Do Racism
Will and Jason on the week's events, George Floyd's death in Minneapolis, and what NOT to do with your black co-workers.
6/5/2020 • 33 minutes, 21 seconds
Movie Talk
The guys get derailed into a spirited round of movie talk, including some hot takes on 50 Shades.
5/28/2020 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 31 seconds
Mystery Guest
The guys welcome in a long-distance surprise guest.
5/21/2020 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 51 seconds
The Shot That Broke a Young Boy's Heart
Will's Uncle, Dr. Sid Jacobs, joins the podcast to rub in, just one more time, the shot that broke Will's heart.
Also, Seinfeld releases a new special.
Find Dr. Jacobs book of poetry, "Freedom Poems," at Amazon.
5/14/2020 • 1 hour, 22 seconds
The Barbershop
The latest on the head-shaving conundrum; Quarantine conversations.
4/30/2020 • 46 minutes, 40 seconds
To Shave (Your Head) Or Not to Shave?
Will wants to shave his head during quarantine. His wife isn't sure that's a good idea. Who will win?
4/23/2020 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 50 seconds
Audio Memes
A new game: Audio Memes! Plus, our quarantine situation, seeing color, and this weekend's 15-Minute Funnies from The Comedy Zone!
4/16/2020 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 22 seconds
Our First Jobs
The guys talk about their awful first jobs, one of which may have violated child labor laws.
4/9/2020 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 17 seconds
What We're Doing in Lockdown
Will has a big announcement; every one is creating, sort of; the Comedy Zone variety show on Facebook.
4/2/2020 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 12 seconds
Remembering Clint Nohr
On March 21, 2020, our friend and comedian Clint Nohr passed away at his home in New York City. Clint was a Charlotte comedian who made the journey to NYC and was one of the comedians many Charlotte-based comics looked up to.
Over and above all of that, Clint was just a really good guy.
He will be missed.
3/26/2020 • 1 hour, 12 minutes
Comedy Zone "Give Them A Hand" Fundraiser
This special release of the Comedy Zone Podcast includes the audio from a special show at The Comedy Zone in Charlotte, NC during the Covid-19 quarantine.
It includes comedians Jason Allen King, Comedian Burpie, Todd Riley and Shaun Jones. It was live-streamed to viewers via Facebook Live on Saturday, March 21, 2020.
You can contribute to the waitstaff and bartenders fund at The Comedy Zone through Venmo and GoFundMe.
3/24/2020 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 46 seconds
Quarantined Week 1
Will and Jason connect virtually and talk about the effect the Corona Virus may have on the comedy industry, and a crazy NFL free agency season.
3/19/2020 • 45 minutes, 31 seconds
Chasyn Money
Comedian Ray Money joins Will in-studio to talk about his new son (who has the best rapper name ever) and the things about friends that bug a comic.
3/12/2020 • 1 hour, 46 minutes, 52 seconds
Forgot
Will forgets stuff. A lot of stuff. It's kind of a problem.
3/5/2020 • 51 minutes, 31 seconds
Get Your Hopes Up!
Jason's got his hopes way up for good news, Will's wife holds a grudge.
2/27/2020 • 57 minutes, 47 seconds
Hacksaw Jim Duggan
Wrestling legend Hacksaw Jim Duggan crops in the Comedy Zone Studio to talk about his career, his path to the rein, and what it took to have a decades-long career in the grueling sport of professional wrestling.
2/20/2020 • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 32 seconds
Comedian Blayr Nias
Will is joined in-studio by Charlotte comedian Blayr Nias, who talks about her unusual start in comedy, being a mom... and an expecting mom on stage... and how women in comedy are treated on the road.
2/13/2020 • 38 minutes, 5 seconds
The Art of the Emcee
Charlotte comics Don Garrett and Chris Monds join Will and Jason in-studio to talk about what makes a good emcee, their path to comedy, and the advice they got that just didn't work out.
2/6/2020 • 1 hour, 23 minutes, 30 seconds
Producer Cherie Chiles-Buchanan
Cherie Chiles-Buchanan, producer of the Kenan Thompson Ultimate Comedy Experience (at the Comedy Zone Charlotte on February 9) joins Will Jacobs in-studio to talk about the show, being Kenan Thompson's buddy, and meeting Robin Williams backstage at SNL.
1/30/2020 • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 47 seconds
Comedian Joy Wills
Charlotte comedian Joy Wills joins Will and Jason on the podcast and immediately starts busting balls. We also hear about her process, her affection for writing, and her start in improv.
1/23/2020 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 9 seconds
Jonathan Williams and JD Colwell
Charlotte comedians Jonathan Williams and J.D. Colwell join Will and Jason in-studio to talk about their starts in comedy, the things they've done right and wrong, and the gigs that keep their comedy aspirations alive.
1/9/2020 • 1 hour, 12 minutes, 8 seconds
Comedian/Producer Lauren Ansley
In the last all-new episode of 2019, Charlotte comedian Lauren Ansley joins Will and Jason in-studio to talk about her Beerly Funny series of shows, and why she walked off stage for three years before getting back on.
12/19/2019 • 56 minutes, 15 seconds
When's Your Wife's Birthday?
Thanksgiving recap, some football talk, and a lesson on what's important at the very end.
12/5/2019 • 56 minutes, 48 seconds
Da Baby
Queen City Comedy's Cale Evans joins host Will Jacobs in-studio to talk about festivals, The Queen City Comedy Experience, and this is the one that's gonna get us canceled.
11/21/2019 • 1 hour, 31 minutes, 44 seconds
CATCH Founder Kevin Shimko
Comedy Arts Theater of Charlotte founder Kevin Shimko joins Will and Jason in-studio to discuss Charlotte's improv scene, his theater and improv classes, the apparent rift between improv and standup, and his days as an improviser in New York City.
11/14/2019 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 7 seconds
Aloha
Jason returns from Hawaii, some fun comedy shows around town, and Louis CK sells out four shows at The Comedy Zone.
11/7/2019 • 53 minutes, 13 seconds
Paul Hooper 5.0
Charlotte's own Paul Hooper is back, this time talking about getting healthy, preferring life on the road, and living with roommates in your 40's.
10/31/2019 • 1 hour, 26 minutes, 15 seconds
Fly Eagles (Fans) Fly... To the Sixers
Will turns to the Sixers for solace while the Eagles struggle; the fine art of self-promotion; suspending disbelief.
10/24/2019 • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 39 seconds
PJ Barnes
Charlotte comedian/writer/actor/dancer PJ Barnes from Screwed Up TV joins Will Jacobs in-studio to talk about his incredible journey, which includes homelessness and a horrific car accident, and the support from the community that he says helped his recovery.
10/17/2019 • 1 hour, 26 minutes, 43 seconds
The Rules of NFL Fandom
The rules of NFL fandom in the era of relocation, Lions over Eagles, Will's Philly show recap, and showing up at the wrong location for a show.
10/10/2019 • 1 hour, 14 minutes, 45 seconds
Live From the Queen City Comedy Experience 2019
Recorded live at the Queen City Comedy Experience in Charlotte, North Carolina on September 28, 2019. Host Will Jacobs is joined by guest co-host Jon Reep and comedian Clint Norh. Plus, Elizabeth "EB" Byland and her improv students from Virginia Commonwealth University drop in and build a scene with Will and Jon.
10/3/2019 • 1 hour, 19 seconds
Standup at a Construction Site
We recap the Queen City Comedy Experience as it's happening, plus, an incredible performance by a comic in a construction site.
9/26/2019 • 51 minutes, 59 seconds
One Crazy Week
Will and Jason go all in on the Shane Gillis/Saturday Night Live controversy, Dave Chapelle and Bill burr's new specials, and one crazy week in the NFL.
9/19/2019 • 1 hour, 25 minutes, 23 seconds
Charlotte Comedian Todd Riley
Charlotte comic Todd Riley joins Jason Allen King in-studio to talk about his start in comedy, his recent 7-day run at a legendary Chicago comedy club, and a frank discussion about his fight with manic depression and bringing that tough topic to the stage.
9/5/2019 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 27 seconds
Comedy Zone Booker Joel Pace
Comedy Zone booker and Comedy Class instructor Joel Pace joins Jason Allen King in studio to answer all the questions aspiring comics want to ask a stage-time gatekeeper but are afraid to, plus the inauspicious beginnings of the Comedy Zone franchise, and Joel's social media strategy.
8/22/2019 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 11 seconds
GUEST: John Henton
Living Single's John Henton returns to the podcast with a green room conversation with host Will Jacobs, plus Will pimps his return to the Philly area, and admits he was wrong. Save the date.
8/15/2019 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 37 seconds
Bulls On Parade
Jason details his run with the bulls in Spain, and Will reveals a secret he's held on to for more than 20 years.
8/9/2019 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 2 seconds
Talking Sketch with Robot Johnson
Mathew Schantz and Tania Kelly from long-time Charlotte sketch group Robot Johnson join Will in-studio to talk about sketch, their process, and the times things haven't gone quite right on stage.
8/2/2019 • 1 hour, 18 minutes, 30 seconds
Guest: Brian Lafontaine
Actor/comedian and QCPN Podcast host Brian Lafontaine joins Jason Allen King in-studio to talk about his transition from comedy to acting, his most notable roles, and his podcast "You May Have Seen" on the Queen City Podcast Network. Plus, Jason ran with the bulls. Seriously.
7/26/2019 • 58 minutes, 21 seconds
Ladies Night!
It's Ladies Night at The Comedy Zone!
Recorded before an all-female show, comedians Tera Brown and Jenn Snyder joins Will in-studio to talk about if women are funny, working clean, and of course, Eddie Murphy movies.
7/19/2019 • 33 minutes, 2 seconds
VINTAGE INTERVIEWS: Josh Blue; Kyle Kinane; Michael Kosta
With the guys on the road, we take a look back at vintage interviews with Josh Blue, Kyle Kinane and Michael Kosta, special appearance by former host Sammi Jo!
7/12/2019 • 1 hour, 15 minutes, 9 seconds
Clt Comedy Kerfuffle - The Rebuttal
In what is hopefully the final word on the Great Charlotte Comedy Kerfuffle, two Charlotte open mic comedians respond to the Facebook comments from Johnny Millwater and the controversy that followed.
6/28/2019 • 1 hour, 31 minutes, 42 seconds
Setting the Record Straight
Charlotte comedian Johnny Millwater joins Will and Jason plus comedian Ray Money to explain the Great Charlotte Comedy Kerfuffle, and the aftermath.
6/21/2019 • 1 hour, 27 minutes, 37 seconds
The Great Marriage Debate
The guys debate marriage, but not in the way you might expect; plus cultural appropriation, stacking the Funny On The Fly deck.
6/14/2019 • 1 hour, 24 minutes, 59 seconds
The Great Charlotte Comedy Kerfuffle
Someone ignited a bit of a kerfuffle in the Charlotte Comedy Scene. In this episode, three people who have nothing to do with the controversy talk about it at length, plus we name Will's next podcast.
5/31/2019 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 14 seconds
Will Sells Out
Will sells out... a show. The NBA Draft Lottery, the Sixers gut-punch loss takes a toll on Will, Jason gets a new nickname.
5/17/2019 • 57 minutes, 56 seconds
Literally On The Fly
Recorded just minutes before the start of another Funny on the Fly show at The Comedy Zone in Charlotte, NC, Will and Brian discuss what goes into producing this unique standup show; plus Will's night out with his co-workers.
4/26/2019 • 26 minutes, 6 seconds
Guests: John Caparulo, Ray Money
Charlotte comedian Ray Money joins the guys in-studio for the real story behind Will and Ray's trip to Georgia and Florida, plus the secret to Ray's on-stage cool. Also, comedian John Caparulo in-studio with his start in Cleveland and Pittsburgh, his fondness for the grind, and he new animated project.
4/19/2019 • 1 hour, 26 minutes, 50 seconds
It's Good to be Will
Will has a gig he's not aware of; he and Jason break down the matchups in the next round of the March Mania Tournament with zero preparation; and both hosts have an exciting opportunity.
4/5/2019 • 33 minutes, 7 seconds
Guest: Charlotte Comedian J Bliss
Charlotte comedian J Bliss joins Will Jacobs in-studio to talk about his new comedy album "#TTBS" (available now on iTunes) and the comedy stage in Charlotte that was the toughest to play.
3/29/2019 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 25 seconds
Breakdown and Antonio Brown
Will and Jason break down last week's interview with Comedy Zone Owner Brian Heffron, and Steeler's fan Jason has some definite feelings about Antonio Brown signing with the Raiders.
3/22/2019 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 49 seconds
Guest: Brian "Heff" Heffron
The podcast four years in the making- Comedy Zone owner Brian Heffron joins Will and Jason at the Comedy Zone Podcast Studio and opens up about his career; how he got started; how the business has changed; and the perception some local comics have about him, and the Comedy Zone.
3/15/2019 • 52 minutes, 24 seconds
Debbie Millwater
The Godmother of Charlotte's comedy community, Debbie Millwater joins Will and Jason in-studio to talk about the Queen City's comedy scene, her philosophy of producing comedy shows, and how living in her car with her road-dog husband made her a better show runner. Plus, Steelers-fan Jason takes on the team's Antonio Brown situation.
3/8/2019 • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 35 seconds
The Coupon Conundrum
Will feels judged for using coupons at the drive-through, but it may be the way he uses them; Robert Kraft charged; comedy "tours" and "killing."
3/1/2019 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 3 seconds
Will's All Star Weekend
As we welcome new co-host Jason Allen King to the show, Will describes his NBA All Star Weekend experience, and his efforts at playing peacemaker.
2/22/2019 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 16 seconds
The Worst Places to Perform Comedy
Charlotte Improv comics Cale Evens and Jake Brayton join Will in the new QCPN studio at Advent CoWorking to talk about the worst places they've performed.
2/15/2019 • 26 minutes, 12 seconds
The Opener
Will's opening act on a recent gig breaks all the rules; a plea to Black Twitter.
2/8/2019 • 51 minutes
Queen City Podcast Network, Explained
Will and Brian explain the origins of the Queen City Podcast Network, the details of the new sponsorships, and how it all will go down, and how it affects the listeners in Charlotte and beyond.
Plus, we hate half of this year's Super Bowl.
Part of The Queen City Podcast Network, powered by OrthoCarolina.
2/1/2019 • 59 minutes, 49 seconds
Sammi's Send-Off
Sammi Jo's final podcast as she leaves us to move to Los Angeles. Come for the heartfelt goodbyes, stay for the last batch of sexual innuendo from our friend, Sammi.
1/25/2019 • 47 minutes, 55 seconds
GUEST: NICK THUNE
R. Kelly's pattern of abuse; Soulja Boy's crazy interview; Nick Thune In Studio
1/18/2019 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 13 seconds
A Trip to the Dog Park
A trip to the dog park ends at the hospital. Plus, The Fish Taco Lady. You had to be there.
1/11/2019 • 39 minutes, 29 seconds
THE BOTTLE EPISODE 3
Stories of NYE behind the bar; Christmas presents for the children; RIP Bob Einstein; planning a wedding.
1/4/2019 • 1 hour, 40 seconds
BEST OF 2018: RANDY RAINBOW; KYLE KINANE; TAMMY PESCATELLI; AASIF MANDVI
Our favorite interviews from 2018, this podcast features Randy Rainbow (recorded live at Charlotte's Queen City Comedy Experience); Kyle Kinane; Tammy Pescatelli; and Aasif Mandvi- featuring hosts Will Jacobs, Sammi Jo Francis and Jason Allen King.
12/28/2018 • 1 hour, 41 minutes, 23 seconds
One Thicc Christmas
Sammi Jo and Jason in-studio to talk about another big announcement, Christmas, best gifts, and being "thicc." This one gets dark.
12/20/2018 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 24 seconds
The Christmas Spirit
Jason Allen King in studio; The Christmas Spirit; music that has not aged well.
12/14/2018 • 52 minutes, 5 seconds
GUEST: DEAN NAPOLITANO
Comedian Dean Napolitano drops in to relive the two weeks he and Will spent in "paradise;" also- caring for aging parents and priceless advice for young comics.
12/7/2018 • 1 hour, 15 minutes, 35 seconds
Sammi's Announcement
Sammi has an announcement, bar do's and don't's and tall women.
11/30/2018 • 46 minutes, 32 seconds
Thanksgiving 2018, Vintage MIke Lawrence Interview
Thanksgiving 2018 with Jason Allen King, plus a vintage Mike Lawrence interview.
11/23/2018 • 33 minutes, 20 seconds
Call the Police!
Will and Jason relive the night an audience member called the police during his act! Plus, A Keto update and Fly, Eagles, Fly - except when they don't.
11/16/2018 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 37 seconds
GUEST: JOSH BLUE
Comedian Josh Blue in-studio! We learn about his guest spot on The Tonight Show, his new line of edibles, and growing up on two different continents.
11/9/2018 • 47 minutes, 24 seconds
GUESTS: The Lucas Brothers
They left law school to pursue comedy and never looked back. The Lucas Brothers join Sammi Jo in studio to talk about being twins, bailing out of law school and their marriage of philosophy and comedy. Plus, Sammi Jo's brush with Hamilton.
10/19/2018 • 59 minutes, 33 seconds
GRAB BAG
A Grab Bag of "Best Of" hosted segments! Fun! Featuring Will, Sammi and Julie Scoggins!
10/12/2018 • 51 minutes, 40 seconds
GUEST: Cale Evens - QCCE RECAP
Cale Evans, returns with Jason Allen King to recap the weekend that was The Queen City Comedy Experience- hear behind-the-scenes stories and never before heard tales from the festival, and BREAKING NEWS about next year's event!
10/5/2018 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 19 seconds
GUESTS: Randy Rainbow; Now Are the Foxes
Recorded LIVE in front of an audience made up of real people at the Queen City Comedy Experience in Charlotte, NC on Sept 27, 2018! Guests: YouTube star Randy Rainbow, Charlotte improv group Now Are the Foxes, plus, we take audience questions for Advice You Should Not Follow. Fun!
9/28/2018 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 41 seconds
GUEST: Kyle Kinane
Comedian Kyle Kinane in-studio! Plus hurricane aftermath, loud bar conversations and things are just different Down Under.
9/21/2018 • 1 hour, 22 minutes, 52 seconds
New host segments, vintage Corey Holcomb
New host segments with Jason Allen King; Hurricane Florence; Air B&B; Vintage interview with Corey Holcomb.
9/14/2018 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 2 seconds
Vintage Paul Hooper
A vintage episode with favorite guest Paul Hooper. This one got out of hand, in the best way possible.
9/7/2018 • 2 hours, 18 minutes, 2 seconds
New host segments; Vintage Carlos Mencia Interview
Two all new host segments, and a vintage interview with Carlos Mencia!
8/31/2018 • 1 hour, 29 minutes, 57 seconds
GUEST: Nicci Hoo
Charlotte comedian Nicci Hoo in-studio to promote her August 29th show at The Comedy Zone in Charlotte. Plus, Jason Allen King gust hosts with Will Jacobs!
8/29/2018 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 57 seconds
Career Paths, Aretha, and more with Jason Allen King
Remembering Aretha Franklin, the open mic scene in Charlotte, comedy is work, career paths- with Jason Allen King
8/17/2018 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 39 seconds
GUESTS: Cale Evans, Elizabeth Byland from Queen City Comedy
Cale Evans and Elizabeth "E.B." Byland stop in to talk about the Queen City Comedy Experience, a four-day comedy festival Sept 27-30 at Uptown Charlotte's Blumenthal Center for the Performing Arts.
8/10/2018 • 55 minutes, 20 seconds
New Host Seg, Vintage Interview w/ Rory Scovel
Sammi and a private message from a fan, Hamilton tickets over/under wager, plus a vintage interview with Rory Scovel!
8/3/2018 • 59 minutes, 17 seconds
GUEST: AASIF MANDVI
Comedian Aasif Mandvi stops by to tell the story of the awkward interview that just happened (for once, it wasn't ours) and about how his 10-year run on The Daily Show almost never happened.
7/27/2018 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 43 seconds
GUEST: Ali Siddiq
Comedian Ali Siddiq joins Will and Sammi (!) about his disappointment over getting snubbed by the Emmy's, and his comedy special. PLUS Hamilton in London and work-wife drama.
7/20/2018 • 1 hour, 14 minutes, 9 seconds
GUEST: Affion Crockett
Comedian Affion Crockett in studio, talking about his start in comedy, which followed dance and music, also his first time on stage. PLUS, Sammi Jo returns for a segment with bar stories.
7/13/2018 • 39 minutes, 25 seconds
GUEST: John Henton
Guest co-host Jason Allen King is joined by comedian John Henton who tells the story of his experience on The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson, and about what's he's learned in in 30 years of performing.
7/6/2018 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 57 seconds
GUEST: Clint Nohr
Former Charlotte/current NY comedian Clint Nohr stops in on the eve of his first comedy recording to talk about life as a comic in NY and the evolution of his material, and performing in front of six people.
6/29/2018 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 48 seconds
GUEST: Chris Redd
Saturday Night Live's Chris Redd talks with Brian about his start in comedy, pretending to live in LA, and performing on Saturday Night Live.
6/22/2018 • 30 minutes, 49 seconds
GUEST: TAMMY PESCATELLI
Comedian Tammy Pescatelli joins Brian in studio talking about recording her new hour in her hometown, and how comedy audiences have changed.
Three of our favorite guests in one show! Revisit interviews with Kelsey Cook (with added Spencer Taylor appearance), Carly Aquilino, and Julie Scoggins!
6/1/2018 • 1 hour, 43 minutes, 7 seconds
GUESTS: Steve Rannazzisi, Cort McCown
Comedian Steve Rannazzisi drops in for his second visit to the Comedy Zone Podcast, with comedian Cort McCown, plus our third anniversary, and needing to know if people like you.
5/25/2018 • 59 minutes, 16 seconds
Don't Make Sammi Jo Angry
If you only take one thing away from this week's podcast, it's don't make Sammi Jo angry. Just don't. Also, safe home, Spanky Brown.
5/18/2018 • 45 minutes, 33 seconds
GUESTS: Huggy Lowdown, Chris Paul
Comedian Johnny Millwater guest-co-hosts and Huggy Lowdown and Chris Paul stop by in-studio to talk about traveling in the South, food, television and crime fighting. Plus, Johnny updates us on the status of his project, "Crazy Late with Johnny Millwater."
5/11/2018 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 48 seconds
New content; Repeat Fortune Feimster Interview
All new host segments, repeat Fortune Feimster interview. Will learns a tough lesson about about SpeedPass; Reversing field on the NY Giants draft pick; crazy times.
5/4/2018 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 46 seconds
Drafts. Jerks and Meek
The one covers a lot of ground, from the NFL Draft's First Round, to the #MeToo movement (we have to do better) and Meek's return to Philly!
4/27/2018 • 1 hour, 17 minutes, 36 seconds
GUESTS: Steve Lemme, Kevin Heffernan
New host segments, repeat interview with the creators of Super Troopers and Super Troopers 2, Steve Lemme and Kevin Heffernan. Public transportation nightmares, leg room and Sammi Jo makes a new friend.
4/20/2018 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 1 second
GUEST: Frankie Paul
Wrestlemania recap, and a bit of education; comedian Frankie Paul sits down with Will on the road; Trouble in Kardashian-land, and an open letter to Chloe.
4/13/2018 • 1 hour, 20 minutes, 2 seconds
GUEST: Brent Blakeny
Brent Blakeny drops in fresh off a win in a big comedy competition; Will's road stories; The Zen Diaries of Garry Shandling
4/6/2018 • 1 hour, 25 minutes, 59 seconds
The Final Four
The FInal Four, a comedy controversy, and a national championship!
3/30/2018 • 53 minutes, 41 seconds
GUESTS: Drea Leonetti, Brian Briscoe
Work wife trouble; improv games with Drea Leonetti and Brian Briscoe. The first Comedy Zone Podcast under the queencitypodcastnetwork banner. Learn more at queencitypodcastnetwork.com
3/23/2018 • 1 hour, 27 minutes, 28 seconds
GUEST: Matt Bergman
Sammi Jo returns from safari (literally), and Will talks with comedian Matt Bergman, plus a March Mania recap with a couple of losers.
3/16/2018 • 1 hour, 26 minutes, 35 seconds
Stuff to Talk About
Sammi Jo is at a destination wedding on another continent; remembering Barry Crimmins; Colonoscopy stories.
3/2/2018 • 54 minutes, 32 seconds
Barry Crimmins, The Complete Interview
The complete interview with Barry Crimmins, who passed away on March 1, 2018. Recorded February, 2016.
3/1/2018 • 1 hour, 27 minutes, 29 seconds
BEST OF: Dominique
The flu and a medical procedure that shall not be named prevent us from recording a new show this week, but here's the best of a wonderful lady who is totally honest and something for all of us... Dominique.
2/23/2018 • 54 minutes, 51 seconds
GUEST: (Re-air) Bob Saget
Due to illness and a schedule conflict the role of Will and Sammi Jo is being played by Yelp Charlotte Community Director Nikki Wolfe, and we revisit the first interview ever on the Comedy Zone Podcast- Bob Saget.
2/16/2018 • 40 minutes, 42 seconds
GUESTS: Big Jay Oakerson, Rob Mayhew
"Big" Jay Oakerson and Rob Mayhew in-studio, and the conversation gets a little out of hand. Plus, Will checks in from Philly, where he attended the Eagles victory parade after their Super Bowl win.
2/9/2018 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 51 seconds
GUEST: MICHAEL KOSTA
Comedian and Daily Show correspondent Michael Kosta stops by to talk tennis, his Daily Show audition, and make awkward eye contact. This show brought to you by the letter "D."
2/2/2018 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 24 seconds
GUEST: Johnny Millwater
Comedian Johnny Millwater drops in for a discussion of rentable bicycle litter, dogs, and rap music.
1/26/2018 • 47 minutes, 45 seconds
GUEST: Tim Starnes - Ghost Tour Operator
North Carolina ghost tour operator Tim Starnes (Ethereal Crack) stops by and tells stories. Come for the haunted stories, stay for the moment Will finds out he may have been abducted by aliens.
1/19/2018 • 1 hour, 27 minutes, 23 seconds
GUESTS: DC CURRY, BT KINGSLEY
DC Durry and BT Kingsley drop in to talk about DC's farm, what they've learned from each other, and crypto-currency. Also, Sammi has an announcement. Presented by LootCrate.
1/12/2018 • 53 minutes, 23 seconds
GUEST: KOUNTRY WAYNE
Internet comedian Kountry Wayne visits in-studio, about his rise to stardom and his fight with YouTube. Presented by LootCrate. Get 10% off a subscription at trylootcrate.com/comedyzone and the Promo Code bridge10.
1/5/2018 • 1 hour, 31 minutes, 47 seconds
GUEST: AL ERNST
ALL NEW! The final podcast of 2017! Christmas recaps! Comedian and former pro wrestler Al Ernst talks with Will. A sleep apnea update! And Eagles in, Lions out.
12/29/2017 • 1 hour, 30 minutes, 54 seconds
BEST OF: HOST SEGMENTS
A "Best of Host Segments" for the Holidays! Starring Will Jacobs, Sammi Jo Francis and some other guy. Epic!
12/22/2017 • 55 minutes, 42 seconds
INTERVIEWS: Josh Gondelman, Steve Rannazzisi, Broken Lizard
Relive interviews with Last Week Tonight writer Josh Gondelman, Steve Rannazzisi and the Broken Lizard guys about Super Troopers 2!
12/15/2017 • 1 hour, 12 minutes, 12 seconds
GUEST: Drew Lynch (repeat interview)
The Christmas Episode- featuring NEW host segments with a recycled interview with comedian Drew Lynch. Also, Christmas memories, John Lennon, Brian has a sleep disorder.
12/8/2017 • 1 hour, 21 minutes, 47 seconds
GUEST: Julie Scoggins
An all-new show with comedian Julie Scoggins, talking about her emotional search for her birth mother and meeting her bio-siblings for the first time. Plus- Thanksgiving update and Will reaches third base.
12/1/2017 • 1 hour, 31 minutes, 42 seconds
All Paul Hooper, All The Time- w/ Dave Attell, John Heffron
Can podcasts be collector's items? We like to think this one is. This "best of" show is long, but worth every minute- with all four Paul Hooper appearances. Bonus appearances by Dave Attell and John Heffron.
11/24/2017 • 3 hours, 33 minutes, 59 seconds
GUEST: JOHNNY MILLWATER
Comedian Johnny Millwater drops in for the entire hour, Will is late, WE'VE GOT REVIEWS! and Johnny waits until the last moment to blow the minds of the hosts.
11/3/2017 • 1 hour, 19 minutes, 43 seconds
BEST OF: JAY PHAROAH (August 2015)
Schedules get in the way again, so this is a repeat from 2015, featuring former Saturday Night Live star Jay Pharoah, and original podcast host Spencer Taylor!
10/20/2017 • 1 hour, 19 minutes, 52 seconds
GUESTS: JON REEP, BRENT BLAKENEY
Will is late, but you won't know it until the second segment (long story); Jon Reep and Brent Blakeney stop by to tell stories and apologize for the Irish Goodbye.
10/13/2017 • 1 hour, 19 minutes, 29 seconds
BEST OF: Huggy Lowdown, Chris Paul
With just about everyone on the road, this is a BEST OF podcast from when we spent the entire hour with comedy legends Huggy Lowdown and Chris Paul.
10/6/2017 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 16 seconds
GUEST: JAMES DAVIS
From the Comedy Central series "Hood Adjacent," comedian James Davis stops by to talk NFL protests, what "hood adjacent" means, and Black Twitter.
9/29/2017 • 1 hour, 23 minutes, 56 seconds
GUESTS: Freestyle Funny!
The guys from Freestyle Funny stop in the studio and things get wild. Plus, Sammi Jo's birthday celebration, NFL update, "IT" is scary.
9/21/2017 • 1 hour, 31 minutes, 21 seconds
GUESTS: Paul Hooper, Dave Attell
The interview is a repeat with Dave Attell and Paul Hooper, but everything around it is all new, baby. Hurricane preps, relief, football, vegan hypocracy.
9/15/2017 • 1 hour, 28 minutes, 1 second
GUEST: RYAN DAVIS
Comedian Ryan Davis guest hosts with Sammi Jo, as they discuss fans' boundaries or lack thereof; Ryan's seemingly overnight viral success; and nude pics.
9/8/2017 • 1 hour, 24 minutes, 57 seconds
Sammi Jo's Birthday
It's Sammi Jo's birthday celebration. Presented by International Podcast Day
9/1/2017 • 38 minutes, 21 seconds
GUEST: JOHN HEFFRON RETURNS
Sammi and Brian talk about people and their general terrible-ness. John Heffron stops by to talk about corporate gigs and getting into HR trouble, and Dick Gregory, Jerry Lewis and Jay Thomas. Also, TSwift's new song is not that great.
8/25/2017 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 3 seconds
GUEST: TONY HINCHCLIFFE
Sammi saw Hamilton, again. Tony Hinchliffe stops in to talk wrestling, his new hour, and being a barista. The week's events in Virginia.
8/18/2017 • 1 hour, 17 minutes, 3 seconds
GUEST: J. BLISS RETURNS
North Carolina's Funniest Person winner J. Bliss returns to the podcast; how he won the title- the truth; NFL pre-season; All-In on the Eagles;
8/11/2017 • 1 hour, 26 minutes, 40 seconds
GUEST: JOHN HENTON
The cutest guest ever drops in. Also John Henton (Living Single) and his start in comedy; NFL preseason football, Mooch's early exit.
8/4/2017 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 28 seconds
The Bottle Episode 4
The band gets together for an all-host extravaganza- movies you must see, health care voting surprise; NFL camps open, porn on your cell phone?
7/28/2017 • 52 minutes, 22 seconds
Guests: Robert Hawkins, Todd Riley
From The Punchline in Atlanta, Georgia- Brian sits down with comedians Robert Hawkins and Todd Riley to talk about kind of a strange show that just took place at The Punchline.
7/21/2017 • 25 minutes, 25 seconds
GUESTS: Todd Riley; CJ Hushmoney
Comedian Todd Riley fills in with Sammi Jo on assignment, and we learn something about his athletic career; fitness pro CJ Hushmoney stops in to talk about what you can do to stay fit, even if you're a road comic with low self esteem.
7/14/2017 • 1 hour, 34 minutes, 51 seconds
GUEST: Ryan Hamilton
Breaking Sammi Jo news; comedian Ryan Hamilton stops in to talk about his path, late night television and his face, Will has another bird incident; Billboard Top 5 songs.
7/7/2017 • 1 hour, 20 minutes, 34 seconds
The Bottle Episode 3
No guest this week through no fault of our own; first date nightmares; work etiquette; our list of interviews that went not-so-great. Presented by BarkBox. Make your best friend and your favorite podcast happy by subscribing at getbarkbox.com/comedyzone
6/30/2017 • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 17 seconds
Father's Day: Josh Blue; Al Madrigal; The Sklar Brothers
Revisiting conversations with some of our favorite dads for Father's Day! Josh Blue, Al Madrigal and Randy and Jason Sklar!
6/16/2017 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 44 seconds
GUEST: CARLY AQUILINO
Carly Aquilino helps Brian deal with his "Friend Zone" memories. Will speaks at a grade school graduation; also serious talk about Kathy Griffin and Bill Maher and their apologies.
6/9/2017 • 1 hour, 34 minutes, 26 seconds
JOSH WOLF RETURNS
Josh Wolf returns for his second, and then third visit. Also, baby = no sleep; munchies; socks; sex in the woods; food; food; more food; pizza.
6/2/2017 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 6 seconds
CARLOS MENCIA RETURNS
Comedian Carlos Mencia joins us again for a frank talk about comedy, his early days, and if a comic should ever apologize.
5/26/2017 • 59 minutes, 6 seconds
GUEST: PIFF THE MAGIC DRAGON RETURNS
A last-minute schedule change leaves Producer Brian alone to interview a grown man in a dragon suit. Piff the Magic Dragon joins the show for the second time, plus upcoming dates at The Comedy Zone.
5/19/2017 • 22 minutes, 18 seconds
We've Got a Baby!
Will returns with a baby update, and no sleep. Sammi makes her comedy emcee debut!
5/12/2017 • 51 minutes, 39 seconds
GUEST: Ramon Rivas
Cleveland comic Ramon Rivas stops by to talk about the Cleveland comedy scene, and producing comedy shows and events; Sammi Jo hosting her first comedy show; Letting down Bob Saget.
5/4/2017 • 1 hour, 30 minutes, 57 seconds
GUEST: Jason King
BabyWatch 2017 update; Charlotte comedian Jason King sit in; Sammi Jo has a SidePod; tall people falling is hilarious.
4/28/2017 • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 48 seconds
GUEST: DOV DAVIDOFF
Dov Davidoff joins us in studio and things get deep. Also, getting famous for no reason, BabyWatch 2017 and separating the person from the art. Presented by BarkBox- make your best friend happy and help out your favorite podcast (this one) by subscribing at getbarkbox.com/comedyzone
4/21/2017 • 1 hour, 17 minutes, 6 seconds
GUESTS: Huggy Lowdown; Chris Paul
With SJ out, Huggy Lowdown fills in, Chris Paul drops by; fatherly advice for Will; Trump; United Airlines PR trouble; Washington DC; NBA Presented by BarkBox- make your best friend happy and support your favorite podcast by subscribing at getbarkbox.com/comedyzone
4/14/2017 • 1 hour, 14 minutes, 37 seconds
GUEST: PAUL HOOPER RETURNS
In this episode we get a little carried away- Paul Hooper cements his position as our favorite guest with his FOURTH appearance; heckler stories, working the road, the truth about the standup business. Presented by BarkBox! Make your best friend happy, and help out your favorite podcast by subscribing at getbarkbox.com/comedyzone
4/7/2017 • 2 hours, 17 minutes, 18 seconds
GUESTS: Rod Man, Marc Henderson
Rod Man and Marc Henderson drop in; Sick pet update; Social Media revenge. This podcast is presented by BarkBox- make your dog happy, and help out your favorite podcast at getbarkbox.com/comedyzone
3/31/2017 • 1 hour, 25 minutes, 25 seconds
BEST OF with GUEST: DOV DAVIDOFF
With all kinds of crap getting in the way this week, we let Will choose his favorite interview for his birthday. He chose the time he and Dov Davidoff (Crashing on HBO) took a road trip together. This podcast is presented by Bark Box. getbarkbox.com/comedyzone
3/24/2017 • 1 hour, 14 minutes, 43 seconds
GUEST: Gilbert Gottfried
Gilbert Gottfried stops in. Tells stories, laughs out loud. What more do you need? Also, who NOT to be at the bar. Presented by Barkbox. GetBarkBox.com/ComedyZone
3/17/2017 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 55 seconds
MISSED CONNECTIONS
A show about missed connections, Will Jacobs headlines at The Comedy Zone next week; Sammi Jo's big announcement. Presented by BarkBox. Make your best friend and your favorite podcast happy by subscribing at getbarkbox.com/comedyzone
3/10/2017 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 34 seconds
GUEST: Steve-O
Steve-O stops by for a revealing conversation about his life, his stunts, and his family. Will's moving adventure and what he would do to save his cat's life. The Oscar's mistake. Presented by Bark Box! Get your subscription and help out the show at getbarkbox.com/comedyzone
3/3/2017 • 1 hour, 15 minutes, 18 seconds
GUEST: Steve Rannazzisi
Comedian Steve Rannazzisi stops in moments before hitting the stage at Charlotte's Comedy Zone to talk about his process as a storyteller, recovering from his 9/11 controversy and what's next for him. Presented by BarkBox- the monthly package that makes your dog, and you, happy. And us. Subscribe at GetBarkBox.com/ComedyZone
2/24/2017 • 21 minutes, 44 seconds
Dancing with Injuries
With this week's comic delayed by snow, the talk moves to awkward dance stories, bruised behinds and strange injuries. This week's Comedy Zone Podcast is presented by Bark Box. Get one free month and help out the podcast at getbarkbox.com/comedyzone
2/10/2017 • 50 minutes, 17 seconds
GUESTS: Don "DC" Curry; Jake "The Snake" Roberts
Something for everyone in this week's podcast- Legendary comedian Don "DC" Curry stops in; and Will catches up with WWE Hall of Famer Jake "The Snake" Roberts.
2/3/2017 • 1 hour, 17 minutes, 33 seconds
GUESTS: Big Jay Oakerson; Dave Smith
Big Jay Oakerson and Dave Smith join in on the fun; porn; fun with food poisoning; holding a grudge; Jin-Ja tasting.
1/27/2017 • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 26 seconds
GUESTS: The Plastic Cup Boys
Kevin Hart's Plastic Cup Boys (Na'im Lynn, Will "Spank" Horton) stop by to talk about their start with Kevin Hart, their next projects, and football. Also, High school horror stories.
1/13/2017 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 11 seconds
GUEST: Finesse Mitchell
Finesse Mitchell stops by to talk relationships and tells a great Lorne Michaels story; awkward hug moments.
1/6/2017 • 1 hour, 12 minutes, 12 seconds
BEST OF: Josh Wolf; Jessimae Peluso; Deon Cole
Merry Christmas from all of us at the Comedy Zone Podcast; BEST OF guests include Josh Wolf; Jessimae Peluso; Deon Cole.
12/23/2016 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 47 seconds
FLASHBACK: Joe Machi and Lachlan Patterson
FLASHBACK Joe Machi and Lachlan Patterson in-studio from 2015. Joe Machi was supposed to be our guest for a new podcast but he's sick and we need him to get better for his shows in Charlotte.
12/16/2016 • 31 minutes, 22 seconds
GUEST: Josh Blue Returns
Josh Blue stops in; Sammi has another bar incident; wait staff overusing terms of endearment.
12/9/2016 • 53 minutes, 37 seconds
SPECIAL GUEST: JOSH GONDELMAN
Writer/comedian Josh Gondelman stops in for a special visit with Producer Brian, they discuss becoming a writer for a show, standup, pep talks and the Seinfeld Today Twitter account.
12/6/2016 • 40 minutes, 54 seconds
GUEST: JAMIE KENNEDY
The gang is back together for the first time in awhile, Jamie Kennedy drops in and Will and Jamie bond; A big announcement from Sammi Jo, a BIGGER announcement from Will.
12/2/2016 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 5 seconds
GUEST: Al Madrigal
Will is back! Sammi is not! Al Madrigal stops by to talk comedy, The Daily Show, and growing older, plus Will's Bahamas Adventure.
11/18/2016 • 1 hour, 14 minutes, 36 seconds
"BEST OF" Guest: Greg Behrendt
Segments from a much simpler time. Scheduling and illness get in the way this week so we revisit some "classic" segments. Also, Greg Behrendt. Every bit as funny. Just older.
11/11/2016 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 48 seconds
GUEST: Paul Rodriguez
Bar horror stories; comedy legend Paul Rodriguez, Vote.
11/4/2016 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 1 second
GUEST: Mike Lawrence
Will and Sammi Jo are off. Brian flies solo with guest Mike Lawrence talking Roast Battle strategy. This may be the most non-NSFW edition of this podcast ever recorded. Fun for the whole family!
10/28/2016 • 32 minutes, 3 seconds
The Bottle Episode 2
We cover some really important topics, and a few not-so-important. Campaign 2016.
10/14/2016 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 8 seconds
GUEST: Brent Blakeney
Comedian Brent Blakeney stops by; The Comedy Zone Podcast BBQ happened; we invent your next tattoo; the next big supergroup.
10/7/2016 • 1 hour, 19 minutes, 42 seconds
GUEST: BOBBY COLLINS
Legendary comedian Bobby Collins stops in. NFL and fantasy talk. Charlotte, one week later.
9/30/2016 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 43 seconds
GUEST: Craig Shoemaker PT 2
Will calls in from WV. Craig Shoemaker and Will on the road together Part 2.
9/16/2016 • 1 hour, 23 minutes, 43 seconds
GUEST: CRAIG SHOEMAKER; Guest Host Todd Riley
Will on the road; Guest Host Todd Riley helps out. Where do birds go? Someone is stealing bar mats. GUEST: Craig Shoemaker, with Will Jacobs On The Road.
9/9/2016 • 1 hour, 32 minutes, 27 seconds
Hard Working Comics: Dave Attell; Paul Hooper; James Adomian and Anthony Atamanuik; Carlos Mencia
For Labor Day Weekend, we revisit our interviews with some of the hardest-working comics in the business- Dave Attell; Paul Hooper; James Adomian and Anthony Atamanuik; Carlos Mencia
9/2/2016 • 1 hour, 44 minutes, 17 seconds
GUEST: Gary Owen
Rio 2016. Lochte-Mess. Comedian Gary Owen drops in to talk comedy, audiences, and how his step-father's abuse motivates him. Also, NFL is close! Fantasy Football is closer.
8/19/2016 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 17 seconds
GUEST: James Davis
Sammi Jo returns from Mexico; James Davis drops in and talks chaps, fatigue, the OTHER James Davis, and Barack Obama; Brian's car smells.
8/12/2016 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 45 seconds
GUEST: MICK FOLEY pt2
Finding comedy in things that aren't necessarily funny. WWE Hall of Famer Mick Foley and WIll drive to Greenville.
8/5/2016 • 1 hour, 24 minutes, 7 seconds
GUEST: DREW LYNCH
Comedian Drew Lynch in studio, Sammi Jo is taking another trip next week, Will has friends who had a scary Eiffel Tower incident.
7/29/2016 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 6 seconds
GUEST: DOMINIQUE returns
Dominique returns to the show; Sammi Jo's cruise experience has a rocky start; Will's 5 minutes.
7/22/2016 • 57 minutes, 33 seconds
GUEST: VIR DAS
Maybe the biggest star we've ever had on the podcast- Vir Das stops in and talks about American audiences vs. Indian audiences and comedy; and Binge Eating Disorder.
7/15/2016 • 1 hour, 12 minutes, 51 seconds
GUEST: Julian McCullough
The week's events. Comedian Julian McCullough stops in for an awkward visit. It's never too soon to talk Fantasy Football. Interested in joining a listener Fantasy League? Hit us up on Twitter @TheCZPodcast
7/8/2016 • 1 hour, 19 minutes, 23 seconds
GUEST: DEON COLE
The team tries Brian's meat. Musical intervention part 2. Deon Cole stops by and talks comedy, writing, Conan, and the tough love he got from another comedian that changed the course of his career.
7/1/2016 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 24 seconds
GUEST: ANDREW SANTINO
Comedian Andrew Santino drops in and talks Trump vs Clinton vs Sanders; journalism and comedy. Brian is tardy; Sammi Jo plays face swap; Sammi Jo stages a musical intervention.
6/23/2016 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 38 seconds
GUEST: COREY HOLCOMB
Orlando. Comedian Corey Holcomb stops in to talk acting, voice work, Howard Stern and baby mommas; Sammi deals with a spoiled kid.
6/17/2016 • 59 minutes, 41 seconds
GUEST: JO KOY
Comedian Jo Koy talks First Class vs. Coach, and travel; Sammi Jo has a house guest; Advice You Should Not Follow.
6/10/2016 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 39 seconds
GUEST: Mary Lynn Rajskub
Will with an "On The Road" interview with Mary Lynn Rajskub (24, Those Who Can't, Brooklyn Nine-Nine), Brian takes a lot of crap this week and somehow resists losing it. The guys help Sammi Jo plan her wedding, WIll's fan issue is resolved.
6/3/2016 • 1 hour, 32 minutes, 3 seconds
GUEST: Craig Robinson
The studio has a rain problem. Will has a problem with a fan that escalates quickly. Craig Robinson (The Office, Hot Tub Time Machine) stops in and makes new friends.
5/27/2016 • 59 minutes, 40 seconds
GUESTS: Jessimae Peluso; Anthony Atamanuik, James Adomian
This one is BIG! The Trump VS Sanders guys- Tony Atamanuik and James Adomian visit; plus Jessimae Peluso and Sammi Jo strike up a lifelong friendship over a prolapse.
5/20/2016 • 1 hour, 18 minutes, 51 seconds
GUESTS: Dave Attell, Paul Hooper
Dave Attell and Paul Hooper stop in. Will is in Florida. Sammi Jo has a wedding.
5/13/2016 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 59 seconds
GUEST: Greg Behrendt
Will saw Beyonce. It did not change his life. We play the Stripper Name Game. Greg Behrendt stops in, talks about the time he quit comedy, and his stripper name is amazing.
5/6/2016 • 1 hour, 20 minutes, 6 seconds
GUEST: Jamie Lissow
Sammi sleeps in. Will is back. We play "Is This Racist?" Jamie Lissow (Real Rob on Netflix) drops in. He lives in Alaska.
4/29/2016 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 55 seconds
GUEST: DeRay Davis
RIP Prince. RIP. Guest DeRay Davis talks about making it rain Harriet Tubmans and his new show. Lighten Up. #NeverReadTheComments
4/22/2016 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 43 seconds
Guests: Jodi White; April Macie
Guests Jodi White and April Macie; Mary Lynn Rajskub is NOT on this podcast, in spite of what you might hear; bad first jobs; April Macie deals with a heckler.
4/8/2016 • 1 hour, 18 minutes, 48 seconds
GUESTS: Michael Yo, Nick Guerra
Comedians Michael Yo and Nick Guerra in-studio talking race, superheroes and music. "Lighten Up," and Will's personal trainer is trying to kill him.
4/1/2016 • 1 hour, 14 minutes, 20 seconds
GUEST: Aries Spears
Aries Spears drops in; Sammi Joe's bachelorette recap; Will has a revolutionary political plan; Garry Shandling and Phife Dawg.
3/25/2016 • 1 hour, 18 minutes, 35 seconds
GUEST: Josh Wolf
Sammi Jo has a terrible weekend ahead. Will is back! Josh Wolf joins the group and talks about Woody Allen and food.
3/17/2016 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 42 seconds
GUEST: Brian Posehn
Will on the road again, Sammi Jo dances and yells at children. Musical Theater; guest Brian Posehn and his work on Deadpool and how his comedy world has changed, and the kid who had his Twitter account.
3/11/2016 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 6 seconds
GUESTS: J. Anthony Brown, Barry Crimmins PT2
Will's on the road, Sammi Jo talks with the legendary J. Anthony Brown about his career, and drive vs. talent; Part two with Barry Crimmins.
3/3/2016 • 1 hour, 43 minutes, 35 seconds
GUESTS: Barry Crimmins, Rory Scovel
Will is back! Sammi Jo is not social in social situations. Guest Rory Scovel talks growing up in Greenville, SC; NY comedy vs. LA comedy; and "Those Who Can't" on TruTV. ALSO- PART ONE of our interview with comedy legend Barry Crimmins, who talks about... everything. This one goes long.
2/26/2016 • 1 hour, 32 minutes, 54 seconds
GUEST: JULIE SCOGGINS
Start Julie-Fest 2016 on the right foot with an appearance from Julie Scoggins! Plus, WIll on the road, and Sammi Jo breaks down the Grammys.
2/19/2016 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 54 seconds
GUEST: Carlos Mencia 02/12/16
Super Bowl chat! Let's save America by building new Waffle Houses, and comedian Carlos Mencia talks about life, comedy and his controversial past.
2/12/2016 • 1 hour, 38 minutes, 38 seconds
GUEST: PIFF THE MAGIC DRAGON 02/05/16
Pets, Piff and football. Whatmore do you need? Piff the Magic Dragon joins in the fun, and Sammi Jo Francis calls in from Super Bowl 50, and we make our predictions!
2/5/2016 • 51 minutes, 17 seconds
GUEST: Paul Hooper 01/29/16
Paul Hooper returns, and we introduce our new co-host! Plus, Carolina Panthers in the Super Bowl; crooked feet as a deal breaker.
1/29/2016 • 1 hour, 36 minutes
GUESTS: Adele Givens, T.C. Cole 01/15/16
Spencer's last show (boo.) Guests "The Queen of Comedy" Adele Givens and T.C. Cole.
1/15/2016 • 59 minutes, 37 seconds
GUESTS: MICK FOLEY, CHRIS PORTER 01/08/16
Welcome to 2016. Spencer had a good Christmas. Will, not so much. Spencer's announcement. Also, WWE Legend Mick Foley talks about his career in the ring and out, and the Hell in a Cell match. Plus, Chris Porter on flying high, LA, and football fans.
1/8/2016 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 40 seconds
01/01/16 BEST OF 2015 PART 2
We revisit Best Of 2015 interviews and hilarity with comedians Bill Bellamy, Ali Siddiq, Heather McDonald, Josh Blue and Chris Charpentier.
1/1/2016 • 1 hour, 19 minutes, 49 seconds
12/25/15 BEST OF 2015 PART 1
In Part 1 of The Comedy Zone Podcast Best of 2015, we revisit interviews with Bob Saget, Rachel Feinstein, and Joe Machi and Lachlan Patterson.
12/25/2015 • 1 hour, 14 minutes, 17 seconds
GUEST Maronzio Vance, Keith Alberstadt
Big show, with Maronzio Vance talking about his start in comedy, plus super hero movies and getting called to the Tonight Show at the last minute. Plus, Keith Alberstadt talks about making the transition from Nashville to New York, writing for SNL, and his new CD "Walk It Off."
12/18/2015 • 1 hour, 39 minutes, 51 seconds
GUESTS: Fortune Feimster, James Gregory
Will and Brian are joined by Fortune Feimster, and then legendary comedian James Gregory!
12/4/2015 • 59 minutes, 17 seconds
GUEST: DOV DAVIDOFF
Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at The Comedy Zone Podcast. This week, host Will Jacobs worked with comedian Dov Davidoff awhile back and dropped him off to catch his train on the way out of town. In the car on the way, this conversation took place. Great stuff.
11/27/2015 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 58 seconds
GUEST: Monty Franklin
Australian comedian Monty Franklin joins in as the whole band comes back together for the first time in three weeks. They talk about Australia, the fact that Outback Steakhouse isn't a real thing, Atlantic City and Guns and Roses vs. Metallica.
11/20/2015 • 43 minutes, 3 seconds
GUESTS: AARON KLEIBER, JIM NORTON, COCO FRESH
With Will and Spencer both on the road, CoCo Fresh steps in to help out. Comedian Aaron Kleiber comes by and tells his fascinating story of his journey from a rough start to acting and comedy; Jim Norton pays a visit, talking social media, current events and his people. Note to the affiliates; this one runs long, but it's worth every second.
11/13/2015 • 1 hour, 31 minutes, 3 seconds
GUEST: Kelsey Cook
LA comedian Kelsey Cook (Laughs on Fox, Cook'd podcast) joins the show, which is good, because Will is out this week. She and Spencer bond over Harry Potter and cats.
11/6/2015 • 38 minutes, 9 seconds
GUEST: Donnell Rawlings
Donnell Rawlings stops in to talk about his career, The Chapelle Show, Ashy Larry, The Wire, and gets serious about changing your circle and taking advantage of the opportunities you are given. Also, Halloween talk and other things that can't be mentioned here. NSFW.
10/30/2015 • 58 minutes, 13 seconds
GUESTS: Jon Reep; Brent Blakeney
Where to begin? Will's been listening to too much Howard Stern, Spencer is tardy; Jon Reep takes over with Brent Blakeney; Spencer is hungry. NSFW.
10/23/2015 • 1 hour, 21 minutes, 37 seconds
GUEST: JULIE SCOGGINS
Comedian Julie Scoggins joins the crew talking about crappy places they've stayed on the road, marketing yourself in creative ways, and Will gets romantic.
10/16/2015 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 35 seconds
GUESTS: Michael Ian Black, Sid Davis
This one runs a little long. Michael Ian Black pops in and helps settle a debate; Will learns what a "bindle" is; Halloween costumes; Sid Davis talks comedy.
10/2/2015 • 1 hour, 33 minutes, 47 seconds
GUESTS: Bill Bellamy, Ali Siddiq
Guests Bill Bellamy and Ali Siddiq join Will and Spencer. Before and after that, the talk ranges from movies, to monkeys. Something for everyone this week.
9/25/2015 • 1 hour, 17 minutes, 59 seconds
GUEST: Heather McDonald
Will returns from Cleveland, then promptly leaves. Heather McDonald drops in. Producer Brian is trendy. Spencer got yelled at in a restroom.
9/18/2015 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 53 seconds
GUESTS: Brent Morin, Jeff Zenisek
With Will on the road, Spencer and Producer Brian hold down the fort. We learn about the live shows ahed for NBC's hit show Undateable from star Brent Morin, and about being tall and playing tennis with Florida comedian Jeff Zenisek.
9/11/2015 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 48 seconds
GUEST: Kevin Bozeman
Horror movies, casinos, what makes you angry? Plus Last Comic Standing semi-finalist Kevin Bozeman talks LCS, football and bad karaoke.
9/4/2015 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 19 seconds
GUESTS: Lachlan Patterson, Joe Machi, John Heffron, Paul Hooper
HUGE SHOW! Spencer checks in from the field; guests Lachlan Patterson and Joe Machi compare notes; John Heffron and Paul Hooper discuss their needs on the road and the One Who Said No. Deets on how to get the Comedy Zone Podcast t-shirt.
8/28/2015 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 46 seconds
GUEST: J Bliss
Will and Spencer talk about talking during movies; Guest J Bliss joins them and discusses "wudder" and "jawn." Also, J's 10 Minute Rule that just might save your marriage. Also, listener questions, like- how long can two exes remain friends? And who has time to text someone 200 times a day?
8/21/2015 • 1 hour, 21 minutes, 8 seconds
GUESTS Huggy Lowdown, Chris Paul
Will and Spencer are joined by Huggy Lowdown and Chris Paul from The Tom Joyner Radio Show, and a new segment- Cal's Corner!
8/13/2015 • 57 minutes, 52 seconds
Guest: Jay Pharoah
From Saturday Night Live, Jay Pharoah joins the podcast, we ask who is the better impressionist, Pharoah or Caliendo? It gets a little intense.
8/7/2015 • 1 hour, 21 minutes, 10 seconds
GUEST: Steve Byrne 07/31/15
With Spencer under the weather, Will and Producer Brian discuss the age difference between them and their wives, working in a corporate environment and music. Guest Steve Byrne joins the show and talks about Southern food and working on a new stand up special, late night TV and a sitcom.
7/31/2015 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 19 seconds
GUEST: Don "DC" Curry, Julie Scoggins 07/24/15
Charlotte comic Julie Scoggins joins the podcast from Tulsa, OK to talk about her time on Last Comic Standing; legendary comedian Don "DC" Curry drops in to talk about his upbringing on a farm, and his influences. Also, we have a new catch phrase.
7/23/2015 • 56 minutes, 41 seconds
GUEST: Gary Valentine 07/17/15
Will likes to drink, Spencer not so much; Will's playing hurt; bed-wetting stories. Guest: Gary Valentine from the Paul Blart movies, and The King of Queens tells us why he quit KofQ. Three times. And he can woo woo woo.
7/17/2015 • 1 hour, 29 seconds
GUEST: Dominique 07/10/15
Will returns from his cruise; Spencer has strange things in her bag; Guest Dominique talks about her start, her big break, and working on Black Jesus and Def Comedy Jam.
7/10/2015 • 1 hour, 22 minutes, 5 seconds
GUEST- DS SANDERS 07/03/15
Spencer Taylor and guest host JD Colwell welcome comedian DS Sanders to the podcast. DS talks about his career, his relationship with Crown Royal and cheap booze, and honing his act. Spencer and JD tackle some relationship questions, and talk about Amsterdam and travel, and there's some detailed conversation about dog poo.
7/3/2015 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 4 seconds
GUEST: JOSH BLUE/CHRIS CHARPENTIER
Spencer is back! Will's going on a cruise and wears fake glasses; WIth guests Josh Blue and Chris Charpentier.
6/26/2015 • 1 hour, 23 minutes, 49 seconds
GUEST: RACHEL FEINSTEIN 06/19/15
Will Jacobs and guest host J.D. Colwell are joined by comedian Rachel Feinstein; Rachel works with Shaq and Lebron, comics deal with hecklers, finding the funny in bad situations, and everyone except Will eats fried cheese sticks.
6/19/2015 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 20 seconds
GUEST- Sarah Colonna
Host Will Jacobs and guest host Johnny Millwater talk with comedian Sarah Colonna; a Will Jacobs Fitness Update and friendly wager backfire; Johnny attends a graduation for a five year-old; Is PC killing comedy; Washington State NAACP leader is pretending to be black.
6/12/2015 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 35 seconds
GUEST- Bobby Lee 06/05/15
This week, with Spencer on assignment, WIll gives us a boot camp update, we miss David Letterman, a Fight Night recap, and we're joined in-studio by comedian Bobby Lee.
6/5/2015 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 12 seconds
GUEST Bob Saget 05/29/2015
On the first Comedy Zone Podcast, hosts Will Jacobs and Spencer Taylor are joined by guest Bob Saget. Plus, Spencer is moving, Will is on a ridiculous cleanse, and we give relationship advice that should not be followed. NSFW.