Open The Mic
67 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago -Open the Mic is a podcast that features comedians and other artist before/after performances talking about anything. Hosted by Wes Ross and Jeremiah Turner.
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Episodes
Season 4 Episode 21: The Best White Rapper (From China)
September 25, 2022 17:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MBIn this episode, we sat down with New Orleans Comic Kymbra Li. She talks us through, moving to China, starting a music career and then a comedy career, running shows in China, and her future as a multi hyphenated artist. Support the show
Season 4 Episode 20: Bloody Buddies
August 28, 2022 21:00 - 1 hour - 44.8 MBIn this episode we sit down with Baton Rouge comics and Bloody Buddies Co-Hosts, Justin Baker and Trent Manning. They talk to us about meeting through standup, starting a podcast, and why horror is a underrated genre. Support the show
Season 4 Episode 19: Ahmed Loves Makin' Bread
August 21, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 60.7 MBIn this episode we sit down with our very own O'mar Finley and standup comedian/tik-tok personality Ahmed Al-Kadri. He talks us through getting a following on tik-tok, making money through following your dreams, and touring with the Pasadena Papi! Support the show
Season 4 Episode 18: Funniest Cop in Baton Rouge
August 07, 2022 16:00 - 55 minutes - 38.1 MBIn this episode we sat down with Baton Rouge comic Jason Bourgeois. He talks us through, getting started in comedy at an older age and getting booked on his first show. Support the show
Season 4 Episode 17: Joke Dealer
July 24, 2022 16:00 - 51 minutes - 35.6 MBIn this episode we sat down with West Bank Comedian Pickle. He talks us through going from drug dealer to stand-up comic, working really odd jobs, and getting back into comedy post pandemic. Support the show
Season 4 Episode 16: Rise and Shine
July 09, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 48 MBAfter a month long hiatus due to work, Jeremiah returns! In this episode of Open The Mic, Wes and Jeremiah catch up on life since the last in person recording. Support the show
Season 4 Episode 15: Laugh Hard, Work Harder
June 25, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MBin this episode, we sat down with Lake Charles Comedian Jacob Guidry. He talks us through building an act filled with impressions, making nice with bartenders to produce shows, and what his ideal first date would be. Support the show
Season 4 Episode 14: It's The Grind
June 04, 2022 16:00 - 58 minutes - 40.5 MBIn this episode we sat down with New York Comedian, Andres Farfan. He runs a weekly show in NY called Pico De Gallo Comedy. He talks us through, learning to write better as a comic, the ups and downs of running your own show, and what his favorite food from Baton Rouge is. Support the show
Season 4 Episode 13: Donuts in the Parking Lot
May 30, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 52.1 MBIn this episode, we sit down with comedian Cole Charter. He talks to us about growing up in Ville Platte, starting comedy at young age, and performing for today's generation. Support the show
Season 4 Episode 12: Must Love Dogs and Comedy
May 22, 2022 01:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MBIn this episode, we sat down with Jolie Dudley, New York comedian and creator of Must Love Dogs and Comedy. She talks us through the different comedy scenes in New York, building your own sustainable show, and getting into comedy festivals. Support the show
Season 4 Episode 11: Our Friend Sam
May 14, 2022 16:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MBIn this episode, we sat down with local comedian Sam Williams. He talked us through his recent experiences with the open mic scene in Baton Rouge. Support the show
Season 4 Episode 10: Our Favorite Will
May 07, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 47 MBIn this episode, we sit down with our favorite Will, Baton Rouge comedian Will Merrill. He talks to us about winning Stoned vs Drunk vs Sober, losing his bet for March Madness, and how Garth Brooks made Baton Rouge stand still. Support the show
Season 4 Episode 9: The One and Only...
April 30, 2022 16:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MBIn this episode we sit down with improv artist and standup comedian Vaughan Veillon. He talks us through, building and working open mics, and his favorite Jimmy John's sandwich. Support the show (https://www.noshowcomedy.com/support-us)
Season 4 Episode 9: Jimmy Johns
April 30, 2022 16:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MBIn this episode we sit down with improv artist and standup comedian Vaughan Veillon. He talks us through, building and working open mics, and his favorite Jimmy John's sandwich. Support the show
Season 4 Episode 8: Back with the B-Sides
April 23, 2022 16:00 - 59 minutes - 40.6 MBIn this Episode we sit back down with lead singer from happytwobehere Isabel Mathes. She talks us through her new single I Thought I Loved You I Guess Not, The weirdness of Tik Tok, and building a fanbase in today's market. Support the show (https://www.noshowcomedy.com/support-us)
Season 4 Episode 7: The Show
April 16, 2022 16:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MBIn this episode, we sit down with Baton Rouge comedian and member of The Family Dinner Improv Troupe, Seth Hartley. He talks to us about going from a D1 Baseball player to a Stand-Up Comedian, joining Family Dinner, and the difficulties in hosting an open mic. Support the show
Season 4 Episode 6: The Morganization
April 09, 2022 16:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MBIn this episode, we sit down with one of our favorites, Baton Rouge comedian Morgan Wright. He talks us through winning Stoned vs Drunk vs Sober, how his favorite joke came to be, and his biggest fears. Support the show
Season 4 Episode 5: Murder in the Greenroom
April 02, 2022 16:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MBIn this episode we sat down with New Orleans comic, Alex Cureau. He talks us through building an act, why performing in front of your parents is more nerve racking than a 1200 seat theatre, and the importance of doing just as well in the greenroom with comics as you do onstage. Support the show (https://www.noshowcomedy.com/support-us)
Season 4 Episode 4: The One and Only...
March 26, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 53.3 MBIn this episode, we sat down with the one and only Tim Leak. He talks us through the horror stories of working at a summer camp, living on a farm with his parents, and the time when he was the most sought after actor in Mississippi. Support the show (https://www.noshowcomedy.com/support-us)
Season 4 Episode 3: Just Jocing
March 19, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 48.6 MBIn this Episode, we sat down with Baton Rouge Comedian, by way of Lake Charles, and Co-Host of the "Joce & Float" Podcast, Dwayne Tousand. We talk about what keeps him going as a comedian, Louisiana slang, and why you don't play video games in front of your girlfriend Support the show (https://www.noshowcomedy.com/support-us)
Season 4 Episode 2: Two Funny
March 12, 2022 16:00 - 56 minutes - 38.9 MBIn this episode, we sat down with actress, comedian, and co-star of the BET comedy series Two Grown, Alana Johnson. She talks us through the differences between the comedy scenes of New York and Baton Rouge, performing in and hosting zoom open mics, and the best way to talk yourself out of a speeding ticket. Support the show
Season 4 Episode 1: And We're Back.
March 05, 2022 16:00 - 49 minutes - 33.8 MBYour favorite crew is back for Season 4! In this episode, we sit back down with local Baton Rouge comic Jest Kinni. He talks us through changes he's seen in his own comedy and Baton Rouge comedy since the pandemic, his goals for the future, and what it takes to make it in today's comedy world. Support the show (https://www.noshowcomedy.com/support-us)
Season 3 Episode 20: The Grand Finale
February 05, 2022 02:00 - 1 hour - 65.2 MBIn the Season Finale of Open The Mic, the team sits down with Baton Rouge comic Christian Rodriguez. He talks us through how he balances being a great comedian and a great father, his favorite dad comic of all time, booking shows through group chats, and what his dream for the future of Baton Rouge comedy is. Support the show
Season 3 Episode 18: Happy Two Be Here
January 22, 2022 04:00 - 51 minutes - 35.7 MBIn this episode we sat down with lead singer from happytwobehere Isabel Mathes. We talk about her new single Never Met, what its like having a writing partner and collaborating with someone on the other side of the country, and why we should Courage the Cowardly Dog (and why she's wrong). Support the show (https://www.noshowcomedy.com/support-us)
Season 3 Episode 19: Happy Two Be Here
January 22, 2022 04:00 - 51 minutes - 35.7 MBIn this episode we sat down with lead singer from happytwobehere Isabel Mathes. We talk about her new single Never Met, what its like having a writing partner and collaborating with someone on the other side of the country, and why we should Courage the Cowardly Dog (and why she's wrong). Support the show
Season 3 Episode 18: The Price of Fame
January 14, 2022 14:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBIn this episode, Jeremiah and Wes talk about whether or not there is a price to pay for fame, why Wes is a cat person now, and where they hope the future of Baton Rouge Mics would be. Support the show
Season 3 Episode 17: The Special
January 07, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 44.4 MBIn this episode of Open The Mic, Jeremiah, O'mar, and Terence sit down and talk about formatting stand-up specials for your audience, where they see the future of specials going, and what their goals are for their own stand-up specials. Support the show (https://www.noshowcomedy.com/support-us)
Season 3 Episode 16: 30 for 30
December 17, 2021 15:00 - 47 minutes - 32.7 MBIn this episode, Jeremiah sits down with New Orleans comic Kamari Stevens. He talks us through his process in building a headliner set, when should you retire jokes, and finding your voice in your own comedy. Support the show (https://www.noshowcomedy.com/support-us)
Season 3 Episode 15: Hot Dog
December 10, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 43.8 MBIn this episode, Jeremiah Turner and Wes Ross sat down to talk about, top 10 dog movies, why Toyota Camrys are the black Air Forces of cars, and how to get out of a speeding ticket (the answers may surprise you). Support the show (https://www.noshowcomedy.com/support-us)
Season 3 Episode 14: A Spade's a Spade
December 03, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 44.8 MBIn this episode, O'mar Finley and Jeremiah Turner, talk about what games make you disrespect family the most on the holidays, homegrown cooking & why we can't trust seafood up north, and why the Avengers theme still hits hard. Support the show
Season 3 Episode 13: Live from the vault
November 26, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 45.6 MBNO Show comedy goes back into the vault to rerelease our favorite episode from season 1. Episode 4, Mob Ties featuring Morgan Wright! Support the show
Season 3 Episode 12: Amusements
November 19, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 50.4 MBIn this episode, Wes and Jeremiah talk about why the pelicans are the best feeder team in the NBA, best and worst museums/theme park rides, and why Tom Hanks is the white Will Smith (or is it vice versa?). Support the show (https://www.noshowcomedy.com/support-us)
Season 3 Episode 11: Homesick
November 12, 2021 15:00 - 57 minutes - 39.6 MBIn this episode O'mar talks us through his move to LA, breaking into the comedy scene there, things he misses about home, and why he cant keep a plant alive to save his life Support the show (https://www.noshowcomedy.com/support-us)
Season 3 Episode 10: Sacrifices
November 05, 2021 14:00 - 57 minutes - 39.4 MBIn this episode, O'mar, Wes, and Jeremiah discuss the sacrifices they make for comedy, finding the right work life balance, and why 2000s action movies don't age well Support the show (https://www.noshowcomedy.com/support-us)
Season 3 Episode 9: Splenda Afternoon
October 29, 2021 15:00 - 2 hours - 89.8 MBIn this episode, we sat down with local comedian Mike Honore. We talk to him through a range of things like, why he doesn't memorize jokes, how much the open mic scene in Baton Rouge has changed, favorite comic books, and what would dogs say if they could talk. His comedy album Splenda Afternoon is out now on all steaming platforms. Support the show (https://www.noshowcomedy.com/support-us)
Season 3 Episode 8: Friday Night Laughs
October 22, 2021 13:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBin this episode, Terence and Jeremiah talk about NO Shows monthly showcase Friday Night Laughs, happening this Friday October 22. They also talk about which power ranger they think is the most overrated, and the many ways Louisiana will put you into a food coma. Support the show (https://www.noshowcomedy.com/support-us)
Season 3 Episode 7: The Whole Truth
October 15, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 55.8 MBIn this episode O'mar, Wes, and Jeremiah talk about the new Dave Chappelle Netflix special, and how they felt about it as comedians. Support the show
Season 3 Episode 6: Comedy Beast
October 09, 2021 01:00 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MBIn this episode we sit down with the team from New Orleans' Comedy Beast, Amanda G and Allison Hotard. We talk about their show Comedy Beast, how they write jokes about New Orleans for tourists, How far will the Saints let us down, and why Allison needs a man with a Truck Support the show
Season 3 Episode 5: Guilty Pleasures
October 01, 2021 16:00 - 56 minutes - 38.5 MBIn this episode it's the dynamic duo Jeremiah Turner and O'mar "Pasadena Papi" Finley. We sit down and talk about does writing comedy for a cynical world force you into becoming a cynical person, what makes great comedy, meeting celebrities, and how the tv show "Cheaters" will always be a guilty pleasure. Support the show
Season 3 Episode 4: Two Things
September 24, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 45.5 MBIn this episode , we sat down with Rapper and Dadani Apparel creator IAmDele. We talk about building his voice in is music, the stories behind some of his favorite songs, and plans for his new album. Support the show (https://www.noshowcomedy.com/support-us)
Season 3 Episode 3: Winner's Circle
September 17, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 41.5 MBIn this episode, O'mar and Jeremiah talk, CLB vs Donda, Why IamDele deserves a grammy for "Barnhouse II", and how long we should wait before we give Jamies WINston a Key to the City. Support the show (https://www.noshowcomedy.com/support-us)
Season 3 Episode 2: Coach O and 1
September 10, 2021 16:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBIn this episode we sat down with fellow NO Show Comedy brother O'mar Finley. We talk about him moving to LA, booking shows and producing in a new city, watching the UCLA horror fest live, and whether or not Coach-O is on the chopping block Support the show (https://www.noshowcomedy.com/support-us)
Season 3 Episode 1: Off Hiatus
August 27, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 43.6 MBOpen The Mic is back after a long Hiatus with your favorite crew, Terence Delaine, Wes Ross, and Jeremiah Turner! Support the show
Open The Mic Season 2 Episode 6
January 31, 2021 06:00 - 55 minutes - 38.5 MBIn this episode we sat down with New Orleans comedian DC Paul. He talks us through working during a pandemic, getting shows from being an idea in your head to being on steaming services, his joke writing process, and who to be on the lookout for in the New Orleans entertainment industry. Support the show (https://www.noshowcomedy.com/support-us)
Open The Mic Season 2 Episode 5
January 24, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 58.7 MBIn this episode we sat down with comedian and paintball extraordinaire Will Merrill. He talked us through how he went from self producing a comedy album, to getting shouted out by comedy legend Sinbad. He also gives us the rundown on why paintball should be your new favorite sport. Support the show
Open The Mic Season 2 Episode 4
January 16, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MBIn this Episode we talk with Lafayette Comedy producer, and comedian, J.P. Leonard. He talks us through the challenges of producing comedy while trying to improve your own act, his process in building album recordings, and what video game is his guilty pleasure Support the show
Open The Mic Season 2 Episode 3
December 12, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 45.3 MBThis one is a B-side with the NO Show Crew! We sat down and talked about the massacre that happened to Nate Robinson, and why we are boycotting fighting events until 2021. Support the show (https://www.noshowcomedy.com/support-us)
Open The Mic Season 2 Episode 2
November 20, 2020 18:00 - 1 hour - 56.9 MBIn this episode we sat down with New Orleans Comedian Marcus Bond. He talked us through trying to keep his comedy chops fresh during a pandemic, moving to Chicago, who is going to win the next NBA final, and getting tweeted by celebrities. Featuring NO Show member Jeremiah Turner Follow Marcus on social media https://www.instagram.com/itsmarcuslol/ https://www.facebook.com/marcus.bond.9 https://twitter.com/itsmarcuslol Support the show (https://www.noshowcomedy.com/support-us)
Open The Mic Season 2 Episode 1
October 28, 2020 21:00 - 1 hour - 65.3 MBOpen The Mic is back for another season! In our first episode we sat down with local comedian Howard Hall. He talked us through what it was like to get invited to do a TED Talk, producing his own comedy special, and what he thinks about Mike Tyson. Support the show (https://www.noshowcomedy.com/support-us)
Open The Mic Episode 17: Started From The Bubble Now We're Here
August 14, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 50.3 MBIn our season finale we sat down with actor/comedian Mikel Albagdadi. He talked to us about moving and getting work in the LA comedy scene, the nostalgia of sports before the pandemic, sports bubbles, and how he as stayed so fashionable all these years. Support the show (https://www.noshowcomedy.com/support-us)