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IT'S SEASON 2!!! We weren't Canceled Julia Scotti and her best friend Cathy Caldwell return for Season 2 of Comedy Centric! In this episode, they dive into what’s ahead for the new season, talk about the current state of stand-up comedy, and touch on the upcoming election.

Born in Bangkok Thailand but raised in Queens New York and now a resident of New Jersey, A.J. has been creative since he could walk. Fell in love with cinema since he was a child after seeing Superman: The Movie. A.J. enrolled as a theater major at Hillcrest High School in New York City and fell in love with the stage as a teenager as well. RIPPLES OF WATER is now available on streaming on Amazon and I-tunes/Apple TV platforms. Congratulations to the Cast and Crew of I.W.S.K, THE DANCE & RIPPLES OF WATER TIC-TAC-TOE (SCREENPLAY) Best of the Festival (Grand Jury Prize) Show Low Film Festival

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SHELLY on YOUTUBE: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nU3FMI7voYo FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/shelly.goldstein/ INSTAGRAM - GroovyShelly Shelly Goldstein is a writer-performer who has written for every genre of TV, film and stage. She wrote the comedy special WAIT! WAIT! DON’T KILL ME & performed in it with Lily Tomlin, Pete Holmes, & Margaret Cho. She was Script Consultant & lyricist on Liongate’s UK/European series, COLD COURAGE. She wrote the Emmy winning PBS musical special, CHICAGO VOICES. Her lyric, ILLINOIS is sung by the Gay Men’s Choir of Chicago in the film, LINCOLN IS CRYING. She has written (or re-written) for (partial list) Stephen Colbert, Steve Martin, Lily Tomlin, Sharon Stone, Regina King, Tiffany Haddish, Barbra Streisand, Hannah Einbinder, Hugh Jackman, Larry Wilmore, rocker Joe Walsh, Leslie Odom Jr., Jane Fonda, Laurence Fishburne, Kal Penn, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Quincy Jones, and Yoko Ono She is a founding member of the LA Broadway sisterhood, THE FABULOUS CHICKIES. Their online concerts helped raise money for The Actors Fund during the COVID lockdown. Onscreen she appeared in the British drama THE RIDDLE, opposite Sir Derek Jacobi and the Irish horror spoof, ASSAULT OF DARKNESS She recently performed in the 50th anniversary concert of GODSPELL in London, at Le Crazy Coqs. She has performed in West End tributes to Jerry Herman and Kander & Ebb. She directed the London cabaret premiere of MILLIE: A tribute to Millicent Martin. In Hollywood, she has performed in tributes to Stephen Schwartz and Barbra Streisand. She is the go-to writer for events that combine style, humor and substance – having written for such organizations as UNICEF, PEOPLE FOR THE AMERICAN WAY, Norman Lear’s SENTINEL AWARDS, SMITHSONIAN/MUSEUM OF AFRICAN-AMERICAN CULTURE, DIVAS SIMPLY SINGING, WRITERS GUILD AWARDS, LAUREUS INT’L SPORTS AWARDS, SHELLY on YOUTUBE: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nU3FMI7voYoFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/shelly.goldstein/INSTAGRAM - GroovyShelly LOCATION MANAGERS GUILD INT’L, HOMEBOY INDUSTRIES, ENVIRONMENTAL MEDIA AWARDS, OUTFEST LEGACY AWARDS, PRODUCER’S GUILD AWARDS, RED DRESS AWARDS, NARAS MusiCARES, PBS and others. She is the winner of the New Yorker magazine’s Cartoon Caption Contest. Her YouTube videos have over 2.5 million views around the world. “The name SHELLY GOLDSTEIN means a fabulous night of entertainment” -- BBC, London “I really liked what you wrote. You got it right!” – Sir Paul McCartney “You are so good, Shelly. You must be Hollywood’s satiric historian. Hilarious!” – Lily Tomlin “Shelly Goldstein is just uncannily talented; so funny,

Christopher Patrick Lucas has been a working professional actor since his teens. He’s also an author, comedian, and motivational speaker. Christopher has been seen and heard over the last forty years on stage and on the big screen and in television shows and voice overs in featured, supporting, and recurring roles; in places like NBC's 30 Rock, As The World Turns, One Life To Live, MTV’s Celebrity DeathMatch, Medieval Times, multiple national commercials, and as Congressman Alex Shrub in the Grand Theft Auto video game series. Christopher is the author of “Seeing Home: The Ed Lucas Story”, a best-selling book about his father, Emmy winning blind broadcaster Ed Lucas, released by Simon & Schuster and Derek Jeter Publishing in April 2015, as well as the 2019 reference book “Top Disney,” which covers the fascinating 100 year history of the Walt Disney Company. Christopher tours the country performing a one person show about Walt, called “Of Mouse and Man,” at theaters, museums, libraries and schools. Christopher, the father of two boys, has been profiled in People Magazine, USA Today, Newsweek, TIME, Reader’s Digest, Soap Opera Weekly, the New York Times and several other publications.He’s been described by journalists as having a “special glow” on stage, but that mostly comes from him living in New Jersey - the EPA’s favorite state - his whole life.

On today's episode of Comedy Centric, Julia and Cathy are thrilled to have the multi-talented Rhonda Hansome as their guest. Rhonda's extensive experience in the entertainment industry includes working with renowned figures like Jim Henson and Anita Baker. In this captivating podcast, Rhonda shares her remarkable journey through the world of show business, offering valuable insights and perspectives. This is an episode not to be missed, as Rhonda's anecdotes and experiences are sure to entertain and enlighten.

RAY ANDERSEN GREW UP IN WEST ORANGE, NEW JERSEY IN THE HOUSE THAT LEGENDARY SONGWRITERS, CAROLE KING AND GERRY GOFFIN LIVED. RAY WAS INSPIRED AT A VERY EARLY AGE TO START SINGING, PLAYING PIANO, GUITAR AND DRUMS, AND START CRAFTING HIS OWN SONGS-WITHOUT A SINGLE LESSON. FOR MUCH OF THE 80S, RAY WAS A MEMBER OF THE NOTABLE ASBURY PARK NJ, STONE PONY HOUSE-BAND, CATS ON A SMOOTH SURFACE. BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN PLAYED WITH RAY AND THE BAND SO MUCH, HE OFTEN RAVED TO THE PRESS WORLDWIDE, THAT THEY WERE HIS FAVORITE GROUP OF MUSICIANS TO JAM WITH WHEN HE WAS OFF TOUR. IN 1994, HIS WIFE AT THE TIME, WHO WAS PART-TIMING AT A PRE-SCHOOL, ASKED RAY TO COME IN AND PERFORM SOME SONGS FOR THE KIDS. IN NO TIME, HE BECAME KNOWN AS “MR. RAY,” HOLDING AN EYE-CATCHING, COLORFULLY-STICKERED GUITAR. THE KIDS (AND RAY) WERE QUICKLY HOOKED. IN 1998, RAY GOT A CALL TO PLAY GUITAR, KEYBOARDS & SING BACKUP FOR INTERNATIONAL ROCK STAR, MEAT LOAF. BESIDES GIVING HIM THE THRILL OF PERFORMING IN SOME OF AMERICA & EUROPE’S GREATEST VENUES, RAY, AS PART OF MEAT LOAF’S BAND, DID A LOT OF TV SUCH AS DAVID LETTERMAN, JAY LENO, TOP OF THE POPS, TGIF, VH1’S STORYTELLERS, HARD ROCK LIVE AND MANY MORE. ON DECEMBER 6TH, 2006 THE FIRST-EVER RAY COMMERCIAL AIRED ON NICKELODEON & CARTOON NETWORK IN THE US. IN SEPTEMBER 2008, RAY PARTNERED WITH A VERY HIP INDOOR PLAYGROUND IN CHELSEA NYC CALLED APPLESEED’S, BY WRITING & LICENSING ORIGINAL SONGS FOR THEIR MUSIC FOR KIDS PROGRAM CALLED SONGS FOR SEEDS. CLASSES LAUNCHED IN JANUARY 2009. ON MARCH 19TH 2009, RAY WAS INVITED TO SING AT THE UNITED NATIONS IN NYC FOR AN EVENT CALLED A SEASON FOR NON-VIOLENCE. HE WAS BACKED UP BY 15 CHILDREN SINGERS, PERFORMING JOHN LENNON’S ‘IMAGINE’ ‘GIVE PEACE A CHANCE’ AND TWO ORIGINALS, ‘MUSIC’S A LANGUAGE’ AND ‘MAKE THE WORLD SAFE.” HE PERFORMS EVERYWHERE FROM FESTIVALS TO PARKS AND LIBRARIES, AS WELL AS MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL FANFEST, CHILDREN AFFECT BY AIDS FOUNDATION AND MANY OTHER NOTABLE LOCATIONS. AS A PART-TIME MEMBER OF BOB BANDIERA’S JERSEY ROCK N’ SOUL REVUE, RAY PERFORMS FROM TIME TO TIME WITH FELLOW NEW JERSEYANS, BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN & JON BON JOVI. SONOMA ENTERTAINMENT COMMISSIONED RAY TO RECORD 150 PUBLIC DOMAIN KIDS’ CLASSIC SONGS, WHICH ARE CURRENTLY AVAILABLE IN BEST BUY, WALMART, K-MART & 9,000 DOLLAR GENERAL STORES NATIONWIDE. RAY HAS RECORDED, SANG & PRODUCED FIVE (5) COVER VERSIONS OF HIT SONGS FOR PUBLISHERS CLEARING HOUSE NATIONAL TV COMMERCIALS. INCLUDING, THIS MAGIC MOMENT, HOW SWEET IT IS, YOU MAKE MY DREAMS COME TRUE, THE ROCKY THEME AND JACKSON 5’S “I WANT YOU BACK”. ALONG WITH ALL OF THESE VENTURES, RAY RECORDS, PRODUCES AND SINGS ON NUMEROUS CLIENT PROJECTS FOR STARTING FIVE MEDIA. ONE OF THESE PROJECTS WAS A BLACKBERRY COMMERCIAL WHERE RAY PLAYED ALL THE INSTRUMENTS AND SANG THE ETTA JAMES’ CLASSIC, “AT LAST”. TO SEE BLACKBERRY EXECUTIVES LIP-SYNCING THE COMMERCIAL: HTTPS://YOUTU.BE/2P8NK5KWLT0 RAY ANDERSEN WEBSITE: HTTP://MRRAY.COM/RAYANDERSEN_BIO RAY ANDERSEN YOUTUBE CHANNEL: HTTPS://WWW.YOUTUBE.COM/CHANNEL/UCG8GJVYSX0CT1WSC0GEHITW ANTI-BULLYING PROJECT: HTTP://HARDROCKHAVEN.NET/ONLINE/2015/08/INTERVIEW-WITH-RAY-ANDERSEN/

You can purchase Donna's novel "Killer Actress" right here. This is a great read. https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B07PR7VFF8?ingress=0&visitId=7d1b3855-b4dc-4ad4-8beb-03f1829954c2 Subscribe to our channel and tap the bell for notifications Find The Comedy Centric Podcast on the following Platforms: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/comedycentricpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/CentricComedy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/comedycentricpodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@comedycentricpodcast ____________________________________________________________________ A graduate of Tufts University, Donna graduated with a BA in Drama. She worked as a stand up comic for 10 plus years culminating in entertaining the troops in the Persian Gulf. In Los Angeles for over 20 years she appeared in numerous films, television shows and commercials. Back in New York she continues to act and write and now resides with her husband on Long Island. The sequel to KILLER ACTRESS is in the works.

Mary Kennedy was the recurring character “New Fiona” on Shameless, Season 7 and garnered the prestigious honor of being added to the Shameless Hall of Shame for the final season on Showtime. The movie Tales of a Fifth Grade Robin Hood, where she plays the role of “Berniece, The Lunch Lady”, is streaming on TUBI TV. Tales stars Jon Lovitz and Stephen Glickman. Just recently, the short, Free Chair, made it’s debut at Sherman Oaks Film Festival, with rave reviews! Mary also booked her second thriller Your Lucky Day, directed by Dan Brown which is due out in 2023. One of the most fun, she had on set recently, was playing a crazed Chippendales fan, on HULU’s Welcome to Chippendales. Films include, Tiffany Johnson’s film Girl Callin with production company REFINERY 29. Kennedy was cast, as the “Waitress” and it premiered at the Palm Springs International Film Festival. She also was in “Shattered” as Mrs. Searcy, Starring Ray Wise, Molly Burnett and Arianna Zucker. In Los Angeles, she appeared in the theatre production of AfterGlow the ‘80s Musical Experience with the #originalgorgeousladiesofwrestling (GLOW) as legendary wrestling manager, Jackie Stallone. Kennedy received two Broadway World Award Nominations: Best Supporting Actor and subsequently won a Best Ensemble Award. Her one woman show, Mid Life Mood Swing, made it’s debut in LA at Oh My Ribs back in 2018, did a tour to sold out audiences on the east coast, including Mary’s hometown and just had a successful showing at SOLOFEST 2023 through The Whitefire Theatre in Los Angeles. This show is a rollercoaster ride about being her mom’s roadie for the wedding band The Mood Swings in the 80’s, being cousins with the Kennedys, yeah those Kennedys and going through motherhood, midlife and menopause. Mary Kennedy, is a headlining comic, all over the country and appears regularly at Flappers Comedy Club, The Laugh Factory in Los Angeles/Long Beach. She has also worked at the Comedy Store LA/La Jolla, Comedy Chateau, The Ice House and The Improv (Ontario, Irvine). When in NYC, she is a regular at Broadway Comedy Club and Greenwich Comedy Club. This past summer she headlined, Laugh Boston’s Off Cabot on the north shore of Boston. She toured nationally with Mom’s Night Out which subsequently was in development with NickMom/Viacom. Her hilarious comedy was also on the LIVE version of Showtime’s Comedy Special, Funny Women of a Certain Age at the Hollywood Improv and at Flappers.

In the 70’s Ted produced several fantasy short subjects and wrote forvarious film magazines. In 1977 he published and edited his own magazine called SPFX-Special Effects Magazine. After a few issues he quit to produce and write several low-budget science fiction/horror films including FIEND and NIGHTBEAST. In 1993 Ted resumed publication of SPFX and does to this day. In 1980 Ted started his own production company FILMLINE COMMUNICATIONS. He produced, co-designed the creature and wrote the story for his first theatrical feature, THE DEADLY SPAWN. Throughout the 80’s Ted worked on various films as producer, director,story consultant, writer, special effects designer/supervisor, 2nd unit director, and stunt actor. These films include MIND KILLER, LONE WOLF, GAMBLIN and THE AMITYVILLE CURSE.In 1988, Ted produced the 35mm monsterfest, METAMORPHOSIS: THE ALIEN FACTOR. Beside producing the film Ted also served as story writer, creature designer, stuntman, and second unit director.Ted has also produced the anthology films FANTASTIC FILMSHOW I & II and directed various episodes.(1994) THE REGENERATED MAN, which Ted wrote, produced, and directed was shot in 35mm. The film contains a computer animated creature created with the same software used for the dinosaur effects in Jurassic Park.(1995) Ted produced, directed and wrote the sci-fi/comedy VAMPIRE VIXENS FROM VENUS. The film had a successful run on USA TV network “Up All Night.” In 1994, Ted was the host, producer and director of HOLLYWOOD EAST RADIO. WVNJ 1160. The radio show consisted of interviews with movie personalities and call-ins. Also, with co-host Joanne Santiglia (Ch. 10 Time Warner News) he produced, wrote, directed and edited a 1/2 hour news magazine program for cable television. HOLLYWOOD EAST contained interviews and film clips. It was nominated for the Cable Ace Award. It was shot at New York's PLANET HOLLYWOOD. In 1997, Ted was the director and producer of the 16mm coming of age film, GENERATION X.During 2001-2002 Ted co-directed, produced, wrote and acted in the 35mm feature THIS THING OF OURS. It stars, James Caan, Frank Vincent, Vincent Pastore, Pat Cooper, Chuck Zito, Vinny Vella, Joe Rigano, Danny Provenzano and Louis Vanaria. In 2004, Ted co-produced, co-directed and contributed script ideas for the teen oriented feature film DESTINATION FAME. It stars AJ Gil (American Idol) Cuba Gooding, Joe Jackson, Mario, Lyric, Ricky Aiello, Jordan Knight and a host of surprise celebrity guests. Music from the film will be released as a double CD. In 2007, Ted, with Dave Baumuller started a new film production company: HORROR BIZ FILMS. Ted co-produced, directed and wrote the horror/comedy, HELL ON EARTH. In 2018 Ted started a book series, CANDID MONSTERS. Each volume contains interviews, articles and many behind the scenes photos. He is currently working on Volume 16 (Science Fiction/ Horror/Fantasy/ Animation). [Available on Amazon.com]Ted has written a book, Making the 1980’s Cult Classic: THE DEADLY SPAWN [Also available on Amazon.com]Six additional projects are in development for production, FIRST CONTACT: THE VISITOR, LOVE BY DESIGN, STARDANCER, THE BIOGENESIS EFFECT, ALIEN ON EARTH and NEW YORK COWBOYS.Ted also works with Kevin Clement and Chiller Theatre Enterprises. They produce one of the biggest sci-fi/horror/fantasy conventions in the country as well as publish Chiller Theatre Magazine.Ted also currently helps his friends with various publications including, Chiller Theatre, Monster Bash, Horror Biz, Little Shoppe of Horrors, Monsters from the Vault, Screem and Monsterpalooza!-- thedeadlyspawn.commonsters411.compinball411.comchillertheatrecigarclub.comcandidmonsters.c

Peggy Boyce is a former stand-up comedienne/juggler who has appeared in major comedy clubs and festivals. Peggy has been a supporter of women in comedy since 1992 through the “Mary Jo Comedy Awards,” and the Executive Producer of the “Funniest Female Comedy Series” and “Ladies of Laughter.” She has also provided public relations, special events and sponsorship marketing services to corporations that include Anheuser-Busch, CIBA, Citibank, Harrah’s Entertainment, Kraft and MasterCard. Peggy began her career in entertainment as a location scout and assistant producer for The Start of Something Big with Steve Allen and Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous. A guest speaker for various corporate and private functions, Peggy also teaches comedy workshops in the New York metropolitan area and has been a member of the NY Friars Club. Experience is Everything! Gaining exposure and media attention is critical to the success of the Ladies of Laughter events, as well as, the comediennes. Ladies of Laughter and Executive Producer Peggy Boyce has worked with some of the biggest brands in the world including Anheuser-Busch, CIBA, Citibank, Harrah’s Entertainment, Kraft, and MasterCard. Her public relations, special events, and sponsorship marketing services to corporations are the driving force behind the overwhelming success of Ladies of Laughter.

Cathy Ladman is an American stand-up comedian, television writer, and actress. She was featured in an installment of HBO's One Night Stand comedy series, was a guest on The Tonight Show on ten occasions, and a guest on The Late Late Show on six occasions.

Follow Ronnie Marmo at his Socials I’m Not A Comedian… I’m Lenny Bruce: Instagram: @iamlennybruce Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IAmLennyBruce/ Twitter: @iamlennybruceRonnie Marmo (Actor, Writer, Director, Producer): Instagram: @ronniemarmo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ronnie.marmo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RonnieMarmo.Actor Twitter: @realronniemarmo Joe Mantegna:Instagram: @joemantegna Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joemantegna Twitter: @joemantegna

Originally from New York City, Gabe Abelson holds a BA in Drama from Tisch School of the Arts at New York University where he studied with acting guru Lee Strasberg. After his success in booking a number of stage roles and television commercials after college, Abelson decided to pursue his real love stand-up comedy. A sought-after comedian, he toured the world for over a decade before being offered the role of Head Monologue Writer for "Late Show with David Letterman" (CBS). Within five years, he received five Emmy Award nominations and three Writers Guild Awards. He is a member of the Writers Guild of America) and SAG/AFTRA. After his tenure at Letterman, Gabe relocated to Los Angeles to write for several network late-night shows, including "Politically Incorrect with Bill Maher" (ABC), "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" (NBC) for which he also wrote, produced and directed segments and "The Late, Late Show with Craig Kilborn" (CBS). In addition, he was Producer and head writer for "The Tom Green Show" (MTV), Writer/Producer on the pilot of "Lopez Tonight" (TBS) and Consulting Producer for "Pop-Up Video" (VH1). Gabe served as the Head Writer for the Golden Trailer Awards for 2000, 2004, 2007, 2009, and 2010 as well as the Head Writer for the 2004 Canada Walk of Fame. He also wrote for the 2012 Gracie Awards. He has written for sitting U.S. presidents George W. Bush and Bill Clinton, as well as notables Robert DeNiro and Nathan Lane.

No one ever accused Suzanne of being subtle, not the shuttle driver who took her to the airport, the woman she was in line with at the grocery store yesterday and certainly not her audiences. Subtle, she is not. After 25 years of groundbreaking, stereotype-shattering and brutally honest comedy, she’s not about to start pulling punches now. The kid from Amish Country who began her comedy career on a dare is celebrating a quarter century of out, open, no-holds-barred comedy. Suzanne tells the truth. The truth is life is funny, especially when it’s fermented in Suzanne’s mind. That’s why she could never be in the closet, making her a trailblazer when she started doing stand-up in the 1990s. She was the first openly lesbian comedian with an HBO Special and the first openly lesbian comedian on “Late Night with David Letterman.” Heck, she was on Sally Jesse Raphael in 1991 on a show called “Breaking the Lesbian Stereotype…Lesbians Who Don’t Look Like Lesbians.” From “OMG, a lesbian has long hair and wears make up” to “I went to Helen and Jane’s wedding last weekend,” that’s how far we’ve come in the 25 years Suzanne has been telling her truth to audiences all over the world. Some of that is certainly thanks to her candor, courage and charisma. Suzanne never does the same show twice. She can’t. She doesn’t write anything down. She charges boldly onto the stage and what happens is always a mystery and a delight. Enjoy a wild night of comedy in a city near you. https://www.suzannew.com/events/

Nancy Parker has been doing comedy for almost five decades. She’s toured clubs and theaters nationwide, touring with Peter Allen, and Meat Loaf, to name a few. She got her start at the Improv and Catch A Rising Star in NYC. For years she appeared as a regular at the Comedy Store in Los Angeles. Her signature impressions and characters have appeared on The Arsenio Hall Show Evening At the Improv Don Kirschner Rock Concert, to name a few. She was also a cast member of the Playboy Special filmed at The Comedy Store, aptly titled, Girls of the Comedy Store. She was a writer/performer for eight years at the American Comedy Network, which provided comedy for morning radio zoos around the country. She performed on their Emmy Nominated special in Danbury, Ct. She has written written material for the Rosie O’Donnell Show and the Tonight Show with Jay Leno. As a playwright, she has written three full length plays, two of which have had many staged readings. She has also written six ten minute plays; one which has already had two productions. Her new one woman show, PULL BACK AND VENT recently completed a year’s residency at Don’t Tell Mama’s in NYC.

Anita Wise is an American stand up comedian and actor who has made numerous television appearances, including the Tonight Show with Johnny Carson, Seinfeld episodes and cable shows such as An Evening At The Improv and Caroline’s Comedy Hour. She has also been featured at the Just For Laughs Festival in Montreal, performing comedy in both English and French. She has appeared with Julia Scotti, Joy Behar and Judy Gold. Her comedy is sly, personal and down to earth.

As a stand-up comedian for 40 years, Joey Kola has performed for hundreds of thousands of people throughout his career in the US, Canada and England. His high energy, spot on punch lines, and fast delivery assault an audience like a comedic freight train. Joey's topical and timeless material combine to always make his audiences laugh hard. Joey has worked at countless comedy clubs, colleges, casinos, theatrers, cruise ships and corporate functions. Kola's also proud of the success he's had in raising great amounts of money for the many different charities he currently supports. Joey Kola's TV credits include, "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno", The Late Show with David Letterman", "The King of Queens" with Kevin James, "The Martha Stewart Show", "Comedy Central Presents Joey Kola", "The Rosie O'Donnell Show", Comedy Central's "Premium Blend", The Rachael Ray Show, Jimmy Fallon and CBS's hit show "Kevin Can Wait" staring Kevin James, where Joey also plays the role of "Larry Anderson", the corn eating Assistant Principal on the show. Joey has been voted Best TV Comic 5 years in a row by Time Out NY magazine. He has warmed up many shows, such as "The Rosie O'Donnell Show", "Who Wants To Be A Millionaire" with Meredith Viera, "The Late Show With David Letterman", "The Apprentice" and "Survivor" Finales, "The Jane Pauley Show" and CBS's "Wake-Up with Ali and Jack", "The Marriage Ref" produced by Jerry Seinfeld, "The Late Show" with Stephen Colbert and "The Chew". Joey continues to be a "regular" on and audience warm-up for Rachael as he goes into it's 15th season. One of the hardest working comics in show business today, over 300 shows per year for the last 40 years, Joey also finds time to write for other comics. George Carlin called Joey "One of the strongest comics I've seen". Joey has also toured many casinos with the cast of the Sopranos as part of their live show "Comedy You Can't Refuse". And Comedy and Conversation with The Sopranos. Kola continues to make audiences laugh today. Joey's family, his wife and 2 kids, are a great source for most of his material. Joey Kola can play to any crowd, young or old, his material is versatile. He can work 'clean' or 'blue'. Joey loves to promote his shows. His radio spots on various stations around the country have been enjoyed by millions. Written about in many news articles, magazines, and on the internet, Joey continues to please a wide range of people. No matter who the audience is, Joey's likeability comes across as his strongest asset. He always leaves everyone drunken with laughter.

Belynda Cleare’s comedic, writing, and performing abilities are often overshadowed by her striking resemblance to Beyonce. Even as her stand up broaches topics like poverty, aging, and death, Belynda’s bright, warm energy brings life to every room. Since moving to Philadelphia from The Great White North (emphasis on the “White”), Belynda has shared the stage with comics like Garrett Morris, Paula Poundstone, Bob Nelson, and Luenell. In 2015, she was featured on Amazon Prime’s Comics Watching Comics, and her one-woman show, Staying on the Right Side of Sanity, Diary of a Dirt Road Diva was the top grossing show in the Wilmington Fringe Festival for four years in a row. This show, which has captivated audiences from Nashville to Nova Scotia, inspired a forthcoming script that has made Belynda a finalist in the Yes And…Laughter Lab. Fox 29 News did a segment on Belynda’s use of comedy to cope with grief. Belynda is so committed to addressing mental health in comedy that she teaches a course on the topic at The Comics ROCK Convention, wherein she has been a presenter for the last 9 years. Her festival appearances include: Women Work, Black Girls Giggle, and Ladies of Laughter. She is a frequent guest on THE HAWK radio station, has been featured on CBC’s The National and in Nova Scotia’s Guysborough Journal. Belynda can be seen on club stages from NYC to LA and various parts of Canada, as well as walking past Andre 3000 in a party scene in AMC’s Dispatches from Elsewhere.

James Curtis spent twenty-five years as a senior executive in the insurance and computer industries before turning to writing. His new biography of Buster Keaton was published in February by Alfred A. Knopf. He is also the author of "Last Man Standing: Mort Sahl and the Birth of Modern Comedy;" "William Cameron Menzies: The Shape of Films to Come;" "Spencer Tracy: A Biography;" "W. C. Fields: A Biography" (winner of the 2004 Theatre Library Association Award, Special Jury Prize); "James Whale: A New World of Gods and Monsters;" and "Between Flops: A Biography of Preston Sturges." In addition, he has edited three books on film-related subjects, including a biography of actor Walter Huston. Born in Los Angeles, James Curtis and his wife, Kim Geary, are longtime residents of Brea, California.