Hyperbrole: A Comedy Advice Podcast

Bob Timmons is a comedian and hilarious podcaster for the One, Two, Three, Jokes! Podcast. Bob joins Stephen to talk about the evolution of his podcast during the pandemic. Then the two glide into some self-help by helping cajole a cat to like someone, make a crier stay drier, and so much more. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review on iTunes, Stitcher, or wherever you listen! Send a question: acomedyadvicepodcast@gmail.com Support A Comedy Advice Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/acomedyadvicepodcast Follow ACAP on IG: https://www.instagram.com/acomedyadvicepodcast/ Listen to One, Two, Three, Jokes! https://onetwothreejokes.podbean.com/ or anywhere you listen to podcasts. Check out One, Two, Three, Jokes! Patreon page! https://www.patreon.com/onetwothreejokes Follow One, Two, Three, Jokes! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/onetwothreejokes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onetwothreejokes/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/123jokespodcast --- Send in a voice message: https://ancho

Steve Treviño is a nationally touring comic that has sold out shows coast-to-coast and headlined specials for Amazon, NETFLIX, Showtime, and more. He also has a new podcast "Steve Treviño & Captain Evil" with his wife Renae. Steve drops by to talk with Stephen about: -Why Steve chose to self-produce his latest specials after earning specials on Showtime and Netflix. -Why Steve chose to stop living in LA and lead a normal life in Texas with his family and how it’s allowed him to continue creating material that’s relatable to so many people. -Why couples have come up to Steve to tell him he saved their marriage because of his material. -How Steve writes “heart-first” and uses his emotions as fuel for comedy. -Steve’s new special “My Life In Quarantine”  (out October 15th!). The the two Ste's trot gracefully into the advice zone, including helping a man whose wife constantly loses his belongings, what to eat if your trying for a boy, and so much more.  Don't forget to subscribe and leave a

From his 10 revues at Chicago's Second City performing with the likes of Steve Carell, Stephen Colbert, Amy Sedaris, and Rachel Dratch, to the 10 years he spent as Artistic Director of The Second City Hollywood, to the countless worldwide workshops and performances he's engaged in, to his TEDx Talk, “Life: The Product is the Process,” David Razowsky has developed a simple approach to improvising: Your present awareness is the only thing you need to create compelling, smart, truthful, and surprising scenes. Period. No games, no preconceived premises, no ideas, no ego. All that matters is now. David joins Stephen, Eric, and Kam to talk about: -how David realized what he wanted to do in life through answering why he feels he’s on this planet: to help people. -the uncanny similarities between improv and buddhism. -David’s TEDx talk about the value of living in the moment. -the importance of giving yourself a round of applause once in a while. Then the quartet somersaults gracefully into some self-help, includin

Robert Kelly is a seasoned comedian seen on Netflix's The Degenerates, Comedy Central's "This Week At The Comedy Cellar", and more. Robert has also flexed his acting skills in Denis Leary’s FX show "Sex & Drugs & Rock & Roll" and as Louie CK’s brother Robbie on the hit series "Louie". He can also be seen in "Trainwreck", "Maron", "Benders", "Nurse Jackie", "Inside Amy Schumer" and "Tough Crowd with Colin Quinn". Robert currently hosts the top rated podcast “You Know What Dude?” and "Calta and Kelly" (and you can get bonus content at www.patreon.com/robertkelly). Robert joins Stephen to dive into some self-help, including helping an aspiring writer get feedback on their "My Little Pony" erotica, the best anniversary gift for a husband, sucking toes, and more. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review on iTunes, Stitcher, or wherever you listen! Send a question: acomedyadvicepodcast@gmail.com Support A Comedy Advice Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/acomedyadvicepodcast Foll

Rafinha (or Rafi) Bastos is an international comedic icon. The New York Times named Rafi "The Most Influential Person on Twitter" in 2011. He even beat the Dalai Lama (suck it, Lama!). He's a pioneer of standup in his country and Joe Rogan called Rafi the Lenny Bruce of Brazil on the Joe Rogan Experience. Rafi is now doing standup in the US. He's shared the stage with greats like Dave Chapelle, Sarah Silverman, and is now a regular at the Comedy Cellar in New York City. Rafi joins Stephen to talk about: -How going to school for journalism helped Rafi observe funny moments, write succinctly, and become a great joke writer. -How Rafi became a pioneer of standup comedy and became one of the most popular comedians in Brazil. -The crazy locations that Rafi and his pals started to do standup (like BDSM clubs). -Rafi’s challenge of cultivating a following here in America while also entertaining his massive following in Brazil. -How Rafi made an impression on Netflix’s Ultimate Beastmaster and how his “booth jumping

Mr. Positivity Wolfie T. is a hilarious podcaster with not just one but TWO podcasts. Is he positive? Is he a wolf?  Find out as Mr. P joins Stephen, Eric, and Kam dive into some self-help, including deciphering a quote from Inspirobot, how to stop thinking your stuffed bear has thoughts, Smash Mouth's response to COVID, and so much more! Follow Mr. Positivity Wolfie T.! https://twitter.com/PositivelyWolf1 https://twitter.com/WatchThis_Movie Listen to Wolfie's Podcasts! WTM - Watch This Movie Podcast: http://www.wtmwatchthismovie.com/ The Positively Wolfie Podcast: https://linktr.ee/positivelywolfie --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/a-comedy-advice-podcast/message

Andy Steinberg is a comedian from Tucson that has performed with comedians like Dave Attell, Marc Maron, Doug Benson, and more. Andy has performed on multiple Odd Ball Comedy Festivals & was a featured comic at Big Pine Comedy Festival. Andy also tours with Aries Spears and is the cohost of the Spears & Steinberg podcast. Andy joins Stephen to talk about: -His first podcast Smells Like Radio where he and Jeff Wiles crashed green rooms to interview comics. -How much the Phoenix comedy scene has changed since he started. -How Andy started touring with Aries Spears and how they started the Spears and Steinberg podcast. -What it’s like being a comedian on the road and how audiences from different regions react differently to the same jokes. Then the duo digs deep to give some advice. They first interpret a quote from AI bot Inspirobot, help someone impress their girlfriend's German parents, and more. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review on iTunes, Stitcher, or wherever you listen! Send a qu

Beth Stelling is a comedian that has appeared on Conan, Comedy Central, Jimmy Kimmel Live, Netflix’s The Standups (season 1, ep 5), and her NEW SPECIAL Girl Daddy produced by Conan O'Brien and Team Coco is on HBO Max NOW! Beth has also written on I Love You America with Sarah Silverman, The Last O.G. on TBS, HBO’s Crashing, and Another Period for Comedy Central. Beth is also a go-to hire for punch-up on features, and most recently was an on-set writer and Associate Producer for the film Good Boys written by Lee Eisenberg and Gene Stupnitsky, produced by Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg. Currently Beth is writing a half-hour comedy script (in which she would star) with Sharon Horgan, in development at FX. Could she do more? Yes. She also has a podcast with her mom Diane called We Called Your Mom on Earwolf with Stitcher Premium, now recording its second season. Beth stops by to chat with Stephen as they talk about: -Beth’s new podcast where she and her mom call famous people’s moms. -If Stephen should embra

Kim McVicar has toured the world as a comic and was voted Most Popular Online Stand-Up in the United States by The Laugh Factory in 2016. She has also been featured on Funny or Die, The MTV Video Music Awards, and Bree Does Comedy with Bree Olson. Her debut special “Please Notice Me” is OUT NOW. Kim jumps in the Zoom to talk with Stephen about: -How Kim became a professional dancer and toured internationally before she got into comedy. -Kim's hilarious new special “Please Notice Me” and how she managed to get some sweet dance numbers in the special despite having ankle surgery 3 weeks prior. -How she and adult film star Bree Olson created, wrote, and starred in “Bree Does Comedy” where Bree leaves porn to pursue comedy. -Why Kim loves crows. Then the duo jumps into some self-help, including deciphering a quote from a robot, what to do after you killed a house plant your friend gave you, and more. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review on iTunes, Stitcher, or wherever you listen! Send a question: 

Jon Fletcher is a local Phoenix comedian, craftsman, and greeter at the Tempe Improv. Jon joins Stephen, Eric, and Kam to talk about: -How badass Jon’s voice is. -How he lost part of his index finger. -How he got a job at the Tempe Improv and how he's improved in comedy through the exposure to and conversations with the pros like Pablo Francisco, Craig Robinson, Tony Hinchcliffe, and more. -Why the Tempe Improv is so special and other owners need to take a page from their book. -His experience working with furniture making, making things with leather, and why he needs to be the next Leather Man.  Then the quartet leaps into their leather suits to become self-help superheroes. First they decipher a quote from a robot, figuring out what to do with gifts you don't like, how to deal with dogs named Dennis Quaid, and more. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review on iTunes, Stitcher, or wherever you listen! Send a question: acomedyadvicepodcast@gmail.com Support A Comedy Advice Podcast on Patreon: 

Sidney Smith is a national touring comedian that started his comedy career in Phoenix and has shared the stage with comics like Damon Wayans, Russell Peters, Whitney Cummings, Roy Wood Jr., Pete Holmes, Sinbad, David Spade, Judd Apatow and many more. Sidney is a prolific comedy creator and has created sketches, produced shows, and is the host of various web shows and podcasts, including "Now That's Debatable".  Sidney dropped in to talk with Stephen about: -Sidney’s work outside his standup, including sketch writing, his online shows, and the importance of finding time to stretch yourself to be successful. -The importance of recognizing when something isn’t working and knowing when to move on. -Some of the most interesting open mic locations (LIKE AN ICE RINK) he frequented as he was growing before the Phoenix scene blew up. -How important it is for comedians to understand that comedy is a business and why it will never be enough for a comic just to be funny on stage. -And MUCH more.  Then Sidney &a

Jade Catta-Preta is a Brazilian-born comic and actress working in Los Angeles, New York and Brazil. She performs at comedy clubs all over the country both in English and Portuguese. Her credits include host of E!’s The Soup, MTV’s Girl Code and Punk’d, Comedy Central’s @Midnight and guest roles on Modern Family and The Jim Gaffigan Show. Jade pays Stephen a visit to talk about: -Jade moving from beautiful Brazil to quaint lil' Charlottsville, VA. -Going back to Brazil and making a documentary of her doing standup in Portuguese and how it has helped further shape her comedic style. -How Jade developed a resilience to rejection in comedy and acting and how it’s prepared her for amazing opportunities. -How Jade deals with looking like so many different celebrities. -How Jade became the NEW HOST of E!’s The Soup and what it’s like filming amid the pandemic. Then the two get into some self-help, including why it's bad to compare yourself to kale, how couples can split up tub time, and so much more.  Please

Eric Bell is a Las Vegas Stand Up Comedian and host of the TELL ME A STORY Podcast. Eric joins Stephen, Eric H., & Kam to talk about: -the art of finding the perfect pair of sunglasses for your face (and why Stephen’s face sucks). -how Eric found his voice in comedy and feels comfortable presenting his unique self to any crowd. -Carolina...the one that got away… -How he started his podcast “Tell Me a Story” and the unlikely source of inspiration. Then the quartet jumps head first into some self-help, including how to deal with 2 year olds with tantrums, tips for Sly to sell his whip, and more! Please subscribe and leave a review on iTunes, Stitcher, or wherever you listen. Send a question: acomedyadvicepodcast@gmail.com Support A Comedy Advice Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/acomedyadvicepodcast Follow ACAP on IG: https://www.instagram.com/acomedyadvicepodcast/ Follow Eric! IG: @bellcomedy TikTok: @bellcomedy Facebook: Bell Comedy Listen to the TELL ME A STORY Podcast! https://po

Amir K is an Iranian-American comedian that starred on the cast of CW’s MADtv, appeared on Comedy Central, NBC’s Last Comic Standing, TruTv’s Comedy Knockout, and more. Amir is also an actor that’s starred in The Pyramid and won a SAG award for his role in Argo with Ben Affleck. Amir is also the host of the podcast “Salty Locks” and has a bachelor’s degree in History and Political Science. And if that wasn't enough, Amir is a polyglot.  Amir joins Stephen to talk about: -how Amir is taking time during the pandemic to recalibrate and focus on things like improving family dynamics. -how standup has made Amir more articulate (and how he’s still working on it). -why Amir started the podcast “Salty Locks” and where he wants to take it in the future. -the art of riffing on stage and how it can take comedy to the next level. -how Amir’s approach to comedy allows his fans to come see him night after night.  Then the two get into some self-help, including getting inspiration from a robot, how to make a paint

Anthony Davis is an LA based comedian that has won the 2019 San Diego Comedy Festival, been seen on NBC's "A New Leaf" and the Nationwide commercial for Bakblade and his debut album "Eat Around It" produced by Uproad Records is OUT NOW. Anthony joins Stephen to talk about: -Anthony’s experience living in Detroit as a teacher for 4 years. -His wife’s surprise about one of his bits about her in his special “Eat Around It” (4 days after the special came out). -How Anthony makes his shows more of an experience than just telling jokes to an audience to make them feel more involved. -How Anthony maneuvers through jokes where he knows the audience is going to pull back and reels them back in. -How and why Anthony became an ordained minister. Then the two gentlemen get into some self-help by interpreting a quote from robot Inspirobot, deciding whether you should ask your husband's boss for time off for him, how to stop having nightmares about aliens, and more. Listen to Anthony's debut album "Eat Around It" now! ht

Comedian Nick Scopes & The Gregalicious (new name pending) are co-hosts of "The Mangina Dialogues" podcast, which features interviews with well-known comedians, actors, musicians and other pop culture figures. Nick & Greg stop by to talk to Stephen about: -How Greg & Nick met and ended up starting their podcast “The Mangina Dialogues” together. -How they released an episode a day in May because…"why not?” -The great guests they’ve had on their podcast, from Jamie Kennedy, Dani Daniels to Anthony Scaramucci (yes, you read that right). -How their theme song became an ice breaker. -Their non-interview format that makes their guests comfortable and their episodes so good (“g-licious”, perhaps?).  Please subscribe and leave a review on iTunes, Stitcher, or wherever you listen. Send a question: acomedyadvicepodcast@gmail.com Support A Comedy Advice Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/acomedyadvicepodcast Follow ACAP on IG: https://www.instagram.com/acomedyadvicepodcast/ Listen to The

Michael Lenoci is a comedian and actor based in Los Angeles. Michael has appeared on the hit television show “The Mick” on FOX and the “Goatface Comedy Special” on Comedy Central. Michael tours extensively, performing at festivals, colleges, and clubs across the country, and is the host of "The Takeover" podcast. Michael joins Stephen to talk about: -His Keurig commercial (https://www.ispot.tv/ad/76AY/keurig-hint-doll) in 2012 and some of the challenges he's encountered when acting. -How important and refreshing it is to be who you are in your comedy and stop worrying about what other people think. -His brilliant bit about finding humor in one of the darkest times of his life. -How he got into podcasting and ended up going solo in “The Takeover”. Then they dive into some self-help by deciphering a quote from "Inspirobot", helping someone stop picking their belly button, what to do when you send a naughty pic and your guy says, "it's my bedtime", and so much more. Please subscribe and leave a review on iTun

Matt Micheletti is a local Phoenix comedian and member of the sketch comedy group "Hot Phoenix Knights". Matt joins Stephen, Eric, and Kam to talk about how he got into comedy by trolling poetry slams, how he became an elder in the Phoenix comedy community and started to run mics in the valley, as well as his sketch comedy project "Hot Phoenix Knights". Then the gang gets into some self-help, including deciphering a quote from Inspirobot, making amends with your barber, if Mike Tyson could win a fight against a shark, and so much more. Send a question: acomedyadvicepodcast@gmail.com Support A Comedy Advice Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/acomedyadvicepodcast Follow ACAP on IG: https://www.instagram.com/acomedyadvicepodcast/ Follow Matt! https://twitter.com/onmattalon https://www.instagram.com/mmicheletti435/?hl=en Watch "Hot Phoenix Knights" Sketches! Facebook.com/hotphoenixknights https://www.instagram.com/hotphoenixknights/?hl=en --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/a-come

Sarah Tollemache is a comedian based in NYC that has appeared on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, The Late Late Show with James Corden, Adam Devine’s House Party, Comedy Central’s Roast Battle, and more. She has a podcast called "Vadge" with Adrienne Iapalucci and her DEBUT album “Voluptuous Boy” is out NOW.  Sarah drops by to talk to Stephen about: -The importance of audience targeting and social media algorithms when releasing an album. -The specific reason for Sarah’s ordering of her bits in her album. -Sarah’s sketches and how she started getting into sketch writing. -How moving to New York propelled Sarah's comedy career. -How important social media is and how you can get booked by being funny there. -how important it is to be patient. Then they put their heads together to give some advice, including deciphering a quote from a robot, finding the "new normal" handshake, and so much more. Send a question: acomedyadvicepodcast@gmail.com Support A Comedy Advice Podcast on Patreon: https://www

J Chris Newberg is a comedian, writer, and musician that has performed on America’s Got Talent, the Tonight Show, Jimmy Kimmel Live & Comedy Central. He has toured with Russell Peters and written songs for American Idol. He is in fact the funniest person that you have never heard of. Yet.  Some of your favorite comedians have used his jokes on SNL, Late Night With David Letterman, Chelsea Lately and The Conan O’Brien show. J Chris stops by to talk to Stephen about how he got into comedy (and out of a rock band), what it was like to perform on America's Got Talent and return to roast Piers Morgan, how he got a job on Ben Gleib's "Idiotest" and so much more. Then the two chaps get into some self-help, including how to overcome your fear of needles and how to get your nosy friends' noses out of your books. Send a question: acomedyadvicepodcast@gmail.com Support A Comedy Advice Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/acomedyadvicepodcast Follow ACAP on IG: https://www.instagram.com/acomedyadvicepod