Behind The Funny
368 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 days ago - ★★★★★ - 226 ratingsScott Higgins and Ace Aceto have 50 years combined of standing in front of crowds and making people laugh. Now they go Behind The Funny with entertainers in all stages of their career from national headliners, to comedy writers, to newer comics just starting out. Why did they start, what drives them, and what were some of the obstacles? Join Scott and Ace as they go Behind The Funny.
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Ep 345 Bill and Bethany Simas from Funny 4 Funds "One Chin, Brown Hair, & Hope; $10 Million Laughs"
April 11, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 66.8 MBBill and Bethany Simas join us in the Acement this week to talk about their comedy night fundraising company Funny 4 Funds and their recent acheivement, $10 million raised in 10 years. The company started with a conversation between two comics, Bill Simas and Mike Murray, and now has multiple branches running from Maine to Florida. What made Bill, a successful comic, focus his career on a fundraising company? What are some of the strangest items they help auction off at Funny 4 Funds events...
Ep 344 Doug Guertin "Open Mics, Beer, and Belly Laughs"
April 04, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 78.1 MBDoug Guertin joins Scott and Ace in the Acement for a discussion on starting comedy in Worcester MA, his favorite headliners, amazing moments, and his funny bad gigs. What hugely popular show has Doug never watched? Listen and find out/. Check Doug out at https://www.facebook.com/digguertin Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins
Ep 343 Max Dolcelli & Linda Belt "Brewing Up City Steam Memories"
March 28, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 66.5 MBAce and Scott found out that CT club City Steam's Brew Ha Ha Comedy Club was closing so decided to reminisce about the club with friends Max Dolcelli and Linda Belt. The club opened in the late 80s and has been a staple of CT Comedy ever since. Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins
Ep 342 Derrick Fonseca "Here Just To Get F**k Up in the Acement"
March 21, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 83.1 MBDerrick Fonseca joins Ace in the Acement while Scott is in Vegas. Derrick always is a great conversation and has really good insight on comedy and performing. Derrick started comedy at 17 yo, so he was already a veteran in his 20's. A staple in the New England comedy scene and a great friend of the show. Check out Derrick at https://www.facebook.com/derrick.fonseca Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepubli...
Ep 341 Roddy Thomas "Don't Let Anyone Take Your Dreams"
March 14, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 61.1 MBRoddy Thomas joins us in the Acement this week. Roddy is a long time friend and veteran of the New England comedy scene. He is a comedian and show producer through his Northeast Comedy Review production company. Roddy is one of the most likeable people in the northeast comedy scene and a great storyteller. Check out Roddy Thomas at https://www.facebook.com/comicroddy Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepub...
Ep 340 Mike McCarthy "The Comedy Barbarian Returns"
March 07, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 80.7 MBMike McCarthy returns to the Acement for a discussion on all things stand up comedy. Mike is one of the best storytellers out there. He has spent 30 plus years entertaining people nationwide and has the gig stories to go with it, good and funny bady gigs. Check out Mike at https://www.facebook.com/mike.mccarthy.9231 Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins
Ep 339 Derek Furtado "Swinging Some Big Comedy Energy"
February 29, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 64.2 MBDerek Furtado joins us in the Acement this week. Derek is a long time friend of the podcast and always and great conversation. His insight into comedy and performing is always intriguing. We get into Derek's move to NY from RI and the difference between the scenes. Check out Derek at https://www.facebook.com/ComedianDerekFurtado/ Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins
Ep 338 Dan Boulger "How To Start Comedy, Win The Boston Comedy Festival"
February 22, 2024 10:00 - 42 minutes - 36.7 MBDan Boulger is our guest this week in the Acement. We wanted to talk to him for awhile. Dan is one of those comics who is loved by audiences and comics alike. Known for his witty writing and sarcastic delivery, we knew he'd be a great conversation. He loves to push the envelope so we knew the stories would be great, and he didn't disappoint. Check out Dan at https://www.instagram.com/boulgerdan Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your B...
Ep 337 Brad Mastrangelo "Comedy's Best Kept Secret"
February 15, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 65.7 MBBrad Mastrangelo joins us in the Acement this week to discuss his new comedy CD. We also discuss some old school Boston comics and comedy shows. Brad's a great story teller so you know we got a great funny bad gig story. Check out Brad and his new CD at https://bradmastrangelo.com/ Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins
Ep 336 Doug Key "Rogue Island Comic"
February 08, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 67.3 MBDoug Key joins us in the Acement this week. Doug's debut comedy special “Mother of the Year” presented by Mark Normand recently premiered on Normand’s YouTube channel, garnering nearly 100K views in less than one month. Doug founded the Rogue Island Comedy Festival that has become so popular, it now happens over two three day weekends every year bringing in comedians from all over the country. Starting in RI, he now headlines all over the country. Check out Doug at https://www.dougkeycom...
Ep 335 Rob Pierce "I Don't Like Attention"
February 01, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 71.7 MBRob Pierce joins us in the Acement tonight. Rob is a comic that doesn't like attention. He tried comedy to say he could do it and has been doing it over a decade. Working at a comedy club, Rob experiences comedy from both sides of the stage. It was an interesting conversation to contrast the two. Does Rob have a funny bad gig, of course he does. Check out Rob at https://www.instagram.com/robpiercestand_up Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get ...
Ep 334 Brian LaFontaine "From Periwinkle"s RI To Netflix's Ozarks"
January 25, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 66.5 MBWhat is an actor who has been in Netflix's Ozarks with Jason Bateman and the movie The Contractor with Chris Pine doing in the Acement. Brian LaFontaine started comedy with Ace Aceto at Periwinkle's Comedy Club back in the day in RI. Ace and Brian discuss performing together and Brian's transition to acting. Find out why good hair is so important to acting. Check out Brian's roles at https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0480961/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1 Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy ...
Ep 333 Brad Pierce "His Legend Continues"
January 18, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 56.2 MBBrad Pierce joins us in the Acement to update Ace and Scott with his latest gig stories. One thing we knew with Brad, he is guaranteed to have put himself in some unique and uncomfortable situations. Tune in and find out what pain he's caused himself and how he got out of it. Check out Brad at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552022278766 Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-h...
Ep 332 Brian Mulhern "Writing Plays Or Punchlines, Always Entertaining"
January 11, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 60.9 MBScott and Ace welcome friend of the podcast Brian Mulhern to the Acement. Brian recently had a successful run of his play "The Butterfly Boys" and is currently working on a new play, a comedy. Another friend, Brad Pierce, sits in on the conversation so you know there were great stories shared. Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins
Ep 331 BTF 2023 Best Moments
January 04, 2024 21:32 - 53 minutes - 47.8 MBThis week is some of our favorite moments from 2023. We talked with some of our idols this year including Roger Kabler, Jonathan Groff, Bob Nelson, and Craig Shoemaker. Plus we pulled some moments where Ace made Scott laugh hard and we also debut a new segment called Scottie Two Times. Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins
Ep 330 2023 Best of The Funny Bad Gig Stories
December 30, 2023 18:18 - 1 hour - 78.6 MBAce and Scott always love to ask guests for their funny bad gig stories. Comedians love to listen to each others stories of horrible gigs, so why not put them all together for one great episode of funny bad gig stories. These are some of our favorites from 2023. Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins Check out our friends at The Mix Tape Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/pod...
Ep 329 Best Of Scottober 2023
December 21, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 71.6 MBThis week we go over some of Ace and Scott's (mostly Ace's) favorite moments from 2023's Scottober. Honorary cohost Tom Stewart joined us once again this year with amazing guests Tony Moschetto (MUFON), Steve Gonsalves (Ghosthunters), Ken DeCosta (RISEUP Paranormal) and Cody DesBiens and Satori Hawes (The Paranormal Couple). From UFO discussions to our investigation at the Conjuring house and Ace's mind blowing moment there it was quite a year. Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthef...
Ep 328 SNL Season 10 Discussion w/ Brian Mulhern, Dan Smith, & Brendan Kirby
December 14, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 85.3 MBThis was one of our favorite discussions, the magical season 10 of SNL. Brian Mulhern, Dan Smith, and Brendan Kirby join us in the Acement to talk about the great characters and sketches that came out of that season. All three of our guest have worked on TV and have comedy writing credits so we knew they would have great insight. With an amazing cast including Billy Crystal, Martin Short, Christopher Guest, among others along with a writing staff that included Larry David, SNL Season 10 was ...
Ep 327 Mark Riccadonna "Discussing Dry Bar & Downey Dollars"
December 07, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 63.1 MBMark Riccadonna is in the Acement this week. Mark is an old friend of the show and co-host of one of our sister podcasts Drinks, Joke, & Storytelling! Mark calls in from the green room of a gig to talk about his Dry Bar special that was just released called Domestic Nomad and the adventure he had getting there. What are Downey Dollars? Listen and find out. Check out Mark's Dry Bar special at https://www.drybarcomedy.com/markr & Check Mark out at https://markriccadonna.com/ Go to https://ww...
Ep 326 Aaron Leidecker "Everyone Killed, Almost Everyone"
November 30, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 66.4 MBAaron Leidecker is in the Acement this week. Aaron got on stage for the first time only a few years ago, but has proven to be one of the hardest working new comics. He can be seen on multiple shows each night, accomplishing 222 performances last year. Check out Aaron at https://www.facebook.com/aaron.leidecker.3 Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins Check out our friends at The...
Ep 325 Uzair Malik "GettIng Laughs And Bombing In Two Languages"
November 23, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 83.7 MBUzair Malik is a Muslim Indian immigrant stand-up comedian, newly based in Boston. He was born and raised in India, and moved to United States about a year ago. He has previously performed at San Jose Improv and Alameda Comedy Club in the Bay area, where he got his start. Why did he start stand up comedy and and what was his funny bad gig? Go to https://www.facebook.com/uzair.malik.comedy Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at ...
Ep 324 The Boston Comedy Choice Awards
November 16, 2023 10:00 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MBAce and Scott discuss their nomination for a Boston Comedy Choice Award in the Best Podcast category and go through all the categories and the nominees. Go to https://www.bostoncomedychoiceawards.com/ to vote for Behind The Funny or any of the categories Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins Check out our friends at The Mix Tape Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...
Ep 323 Kevin Bartini " The Marvelous Mr. Bartini"
November 09, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 81.6 MBKevin Bartini is our guest in the Acement this week. After proving himself in the NY comedy scene he was discovered by Jon Stewart and hired as the warm up comic for The Daily Show and The Colbert Report. He can also be seen in ABC's hidden camera show What Would You Do and the hit show The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. Where did he get his start and what was his bad gig story? Check out Kevin at https://www.kevinbartini.com/ To vote for BTF in the Boston Comedy Choice Awards go to https://www.bo...
Ep 322 "The Butterfly Boys" Brian Mulhern, Frank O'Donnell, Rita Maron
November 02, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 69.1 MBLast time Brian Mulhern was on Behind The Funny he talked about the play he wrote called The Butterfly Boys. A play that tackles the subject of a family dealing with the loss of a loved one from Covid and how they all deal with not only the loss, but also their relationships with each other. Today we talk to Brian, our friend Frank O'Donnell who's playing the father, and Rita Maron who is directing about the play as it approaches opening night!! To vote for BTF in the Boston Comedy Choice Awa...
Ep 321 The Paranormal Couple "Cody DesBiens and Satori Hawes of Ghosthunters"
October 26, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 90.4 MBWe kicked off the month SCOTTober discussing Ace & Scott's investigation at The Conjuring House from earlier this year with RISEup Paranormal's Ken Decosta . During that investigation Cody Ray DesBiean & Satori Hawes of Ghosthunters were able to make contact with someone from Ace's past and it was pretty unnerving! Join Ace & Scott as the Paranormal Couple return to talk about that night, and the breaking news about their Paranormal Museum! Check them out at https://www.facebook.com/hauntedm...
Ep 320 Tony Moschetto "Legendary UFO Stories And Discussions"
October 19, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 82 MBTony Moschetto returns to the Acement to discuss UFOs with Scott, Ace and SCOTTOBER cohost Tom Stewart. Paranormal means "beyond normal explanation", so UFOs are definitely in the category. Tony's involvement with MUFON and Tom's personal experience made for a great discussion. Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins Check out our friends at The Mix Tape Podcast https://podcasts....
Ep 319 Steve Gonsalves "Ghost Hunters , A Life With Ghosts"
October 12, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 74.9 MBSteve Gonsalves from Ghost Hunters is in the Acement this week for SCOTTOBER. Tom Stewart joins Scott and Ace as cohost as we talk to Steve about his career in pararnormal investigations with TAPS and Ghost Hunters and his new book " A Life With Ghosts " Check out Steve at https://www.facebook.com/stevegonsalvesofficial Find his book at bit.ly/alifewithghostsbook Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/...
Ep 318 Ken DeCosta "Conjuring Up A Great Start for SCOTTOBER"
October 05, 2023 02:54 - 1 hour - 91.4 MBThis week Ace, Scott, and special SCOTTober co-host Tom Stewart kick off their favorite month with the return of Ken Decosta from RISEup Paranormal! The guys start the month talking paranormal with Ken, including their investigation at The Conjuring House earlier this year! We review some unbelievable moments from that night including one that through Ace for a loop. Check out Riseup Paranormal at https://riseupparanormal.com/ Check out My Paranormal Story Podcast at https://www.facebook...
Ep 317 Lauren Sims & Joanna Rapoza "Tea Bagged By That Name Drop"
September 28, 2023 14:46 - 1 hour - 82.7 MBJoining us in the Acement this week are Lauren Sims and Joanna Rapoza, two comics that have risen quickly in the New England comedy scene. They both waited until later in life to start comedy but what drove them to do so. What were some of their high moments? Of course we love hearing about the low ones, the funny bad gigs. Check them out at https://www.facebook.com/lauren.simsrichard & https://www.facebook.com/joanna.rapoza.7 Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coff...
Ep 316 Carla Mulhern "Brian's Not Here, It’s Carla’s Turn”
September 21, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 74.4 MBCarla Mulhern is in the Acement this week. Fans of RI Radio Legend, Brian Mulhern, are very aware of the very patient woman behind the neurotic mess we hear on the radio. Brian and Carla have been guests on the podcast twice, but we thought it was time for Carla to come on as a guest alone, without the constant interruptions from Brian! Join Ace & Scott as they pull every 1920's saying this dame has in her head! Check out Carla at https://www.facebook.com/carla.izzard , Support the Izzy Found...
Ep 315 Paul Reubens Tribute Turns Into A Playhouse W/ The Mixtape Guys
September 14, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 87.9 MBThe Mixtape Podcast crew join Scott and Ace in the Acement to discuss Pee Wee Herman aka Paul Reubens and his influence on comedy. What discuss our favorite Pee Wee moments, some interesting behind the scene facts and then things go off the rails as the tend to do. Check out our friends at The Mix Tape Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-mix-tape/id1506341641 Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.te...
Ep 314 Tony Moschetto "Punchlines And Pumpkin Contests"
September 07, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 78.6 MBIn the Acement this week Tony Moschetto. Tony has traveled across the USA three times. -Lists his emergency contact as "whoever's reading this" (congratulations, you are now Tony Moschetto's emergency contact) -" Kinda" broke the hip of the man who invented the whiffle ball while playing tennis. And so on... In his spare time, Tony likes to read and play tennis, not at the same time, though. Tony is one of the most uniquely hilarious comedians in the United States. Check out Tony at https://...
Ep 313 Craig Shoemaker "Don Knotts Favorite Comic, The Lovemaster"
August 31, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 64.4 MBCraig Shoemaker joins us in the Acement this week. He's spent over four decades as a comedian, actor, author, writer and producer. He was named Comedian of the Year at The American Comedy Awards and has been included on the IMDB “Top 100 Stand Up Comics” list. Craig has spoken all over the world, including his acclaimed TED Talk based on his nonprofit foundation Laughter Heals. Check out Craig at https://www.craigshoemaker.com/ or https://www.winningwithhumor.com/ Go to https://www.buymeac...
Ep 312 Bob Nelson "The Comeback Of Nelson Schmelson"
August 24, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 78.7 MBComedy Legend Bob Nelson joins Scott and Ace in the Acement. Bob was once in a comedy group with Rob Bartlett and Eddie Murphy called "The Identical Triplets". In 1985, Rodney Dangerfield's 9th Annual Young Comedians Special introduced major comic like Rita Rudner, Yakov Smirnoff, Sam Kinison, Bob Saget, and Louie Anderson. One standout was Bob Nelson, a hilarious comic with characters like Jiffy Jeff, Eppy Epperman, and the hilarious College All Star Football Team. Many late-night TV appear...
Ep 311 Jess Miller "Five Pounds of T*t Sweat"
August 17, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 60.1 MBThis week Ace and Scott talk with Jesse Miller at her office in MA. Jesse is a disabled vet that has dealt with depression in her past but has risen above it to become a very accomplished comedian and producer. Her office walls are covered with promotional flyers and posters for shows she has produced and it is impressive. Check out Jess at https://www.jessmillercomedy.com/ Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://w...
Ep 310 Paul Elwell "Drove 90 Mins On A Thursday Nite To Do A Basement"
August 10, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 86 MBPaul Elwell joins us in the Acement this week. Paul was a Boston comic for over 20 years beginning in 1997. He was on Comedy Central and a freelance comedy writer for The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and Dennis Miller. Slowing down before the pandemic and has not returned to stand up. He is currently part owner of the children's property Beantown Pals, with former guest Tom Hayes. Check out Paul at https://www.facebook.com/paul.elwell Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy u...
Ep 309 Dawn Tyler “It’s 2023, We Can Talk About That Now”
August 03, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 73.6 MBDawn Tyler joins us in the Acement. Dawn is a newcomer to the comedy scene but she is definitely making a mark! She's a triple threat on stage as a comedian, actor and singer. And now she can add promoter/booker to her resume. Check out Dawn at https://www.facebook.com/dawn.smith.125 Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins Check out our friends at The Mix Tape Podcast https://p...
Ep 308 Paul Jaxon and Brian Mulhern "Jaxon & The Pharmacist"
July 27, 2023 09:00 - 2 hours - 135 MBWhat do you get when 2 radio legends reunite in the Acement? Radio Gold! If you were a listener of Boston radio station WFNX in the 90's you remember the hilarious duo Jaxon & The Pharmacist, Paul Jaxon & Brian Mulhern (The Pharmacist). The duo went their separate ways in the late 90's and after their two solo careers were recently cut short, they are reuniting. Join Ace this week with Jaxon & The Pharmacist as they talk about their past, present, and the exciting future about to happen! ht...
Ep 307 Nick Albanese "Il Mio Films - Death or Taxes"
July 20, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 72.3 MBNick Albanese is in the Acement this week. Nick has been a friend of the show for years (see "Little Buddy episode). He is not only a comedian but an established playwright and actor. He has produced 2 award winning one man shows about both himself and former Providence Mayor Buddy Cianci. His newest project is a TV Pilot called "Death or Taxes", a dark comedy. Join the guys as they talk to Nick and actor Joe Petrucci about this upstart project and other Il Mio Films projects. Help Nick's ...
Ep 306 The Return of Brad Pierce "They Should Wear Signs"
July 13, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 69.6 MBBrad Pierce returns to the Acement with a whole bunch of new stories. Brad never disappoints and again he delivers. You can always count on Brad to open his mouth and put himself in situations that make for great entertainment for us. Who does Brad think should wear signs? Find out in this episode. Check out Brad at https://www.facebook.com/TheGoldenMicProductions Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic....
Ep 305 John Iavarone "No Caffeine Needed For This Jokesmith"
July 06, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 64.3 MBComedian John Iavarone joins us in the Acement tonight. John survived a childhood as the only boy in a house with a single mom and four older sisters. “I was 12 years old still waiting to get my period." This wise-cracking, joke craftsman also brings a physical act (handstands!) that has made him popular at clubs, colleges and casinos all across the country. Join Ace & Scott as they go Behind the Funny with veteran NY and road comic John Iavarone! Check out John at https://twitter.com/J2Com...
Ep 304 Skip Daniels "The Prince of Mystery"
June 29, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 64.6 MBThe Prince of Mystery, Skip Daniels, is in the Acement this week. He joins Scott and Ace and discuss how his love of magic led him to performing but his quick wit and sense of humor brought his act to all new stages. As a comic a joke can bomb, as a magician a trick can fail, the pressure is twice when you combine the two. Check out Skip at https://www.facebook.com/skip.daniels.1 Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www...
Ep 303 Brian Vincent "Gramma Martha And Sophie Tucker Made Him A Man"
June 22, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 71.9 MBGood friend of the show, Brian Vincent is in the Acement tonight to finally tell his story. A self proclaimed sit down comic, Brian is a call back to the old school comics like Don Rickles and Pat Cooper. He is as funny off stage as he is on. Brian is a great story teller and his path to the stage is filled with laughs. https://www.facebook.com/brian.vincent.750 Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/st...
Ep 302 Jonathan Groff "No Not That One, The OG JG"
June 15, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 83.3 MBJonathan Groff (not that one) is in the Acement tonight. Jonathan started a career in stand-up in the New England scene, but after moving to the West Coast he established himself as a writer, producer, and actor. He has produced and written for TV shows like Scrubs, How I Met Your Mother, Late Night with Conan O'Brien, Happy Endings, and Black-ish (just to name a few)! Check out Jonathan at https://twitter.com/notthatgroff Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or ...
Ep 301 Frank Vignola "I'm A Sturdy Fella"
June 08, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 70.6 MBFrank Vignola joins Scott and Ace in the Acement. We start with a "Frank" discussion about sobriety and ovecoming addiction. Frank has appeared on Comedy Central, Amazon Prime, SiriusXM, and has performed at Montreal's prestigious "Just for Laughs" Comedy Festival. Ace and Frank reminisce about working together in the early 2000's and more recently Scott and Frank working together at the legendary "Daryl's House" Check out Frank at www.instagram.com/frank_vignola_comedy/ Go to https://www.b...
Ep 300 Jason Pollock "Awkwardly Comfortable At Being Very Funny"
June 01, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 87.2 MBJason Pollock joins Ace and Scott in the Acement for this weeks chat. Known for his awkward style, Jason performed at legendary clubs like Stand Up NY, Carolines, and Dangerfields. He also managed Rascal's in Cherry Hill NJ making connections with some of the best comics working. Jason has a great story about appearing as Bigfoort in Judah Friedlander's "How To Beat Up Anybody". What did Jason overcome to become a comic? Listen and find out. Check out Jason at https://linktr.ee/superjpo...
Ep 299 Dario Mercadante "Inventor Of The Pole-O-Matic"
May 25, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 77.2 MBDario Mercadante joins Ace and Scott in the Acement this week. Dario has been a staple in the Western Massachusetts/Connecticut comedy scene for over 25 years. He has made the decision to retire from comedy and on Sunday May 21st and will be performing on his last show with a stellar lineup of headliners. Listen as we discuss why he became a comic, his wow moments and what was his funny bad gig? Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gea...
Ep 298 Paul Taro "Asian Plus Irish Equals Funny Comedian"
May 18, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 76.1 MBPaul Taro joins Ace and Scott in the Acement today. Paul is a rising star in the CT/NY comedy scene achieving runner up in the Connecticut's Funniest Comic Contest within his first few years. He has a really unique background and is a great storyteller. Check out Paul at https://www.facebook.com/paul.taro.9406 Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins
Ep 297 Brian Holland "Blue Collar Laughs"
May 11, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 56.8 MBBrian Holland joins Ace and Scott in the Acement. Brian is a blue-collar guy by day and hilarious comic by night. Hailing from Central Massachusetts (Leicester to be exact), he brings everyday working class situations to the stage. Check out Brian at https://www.facebook.com/brian.holland.503 Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon. Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-higgins
Ep 296 Matt Barry "For Laughs On Four Twenty"
May 04, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 63.2 MBMatt Barry is this weeks guest in the Acement. Matt has performed in clubs, theaters, bars, and apartments in his 8 years. In 2013 he was crowned “New England’s Best Bar Comic” and in 2015, took third place in “Last Comix Standing,” a competition between 120 comics at Mohegan Sun. Matt has opened for national acts including Tom Green, Gilbert Gottfried, and Harland Williams. 4/20 was the perfect time to have him on. Check out Matt at https://www.facebook.com/mattfreakinbarry Go to https://ww...