Month: August 2025

Two great talks to head into Labor Day weekend on this show, as Charlie Wollborg brings his TEDx “X=Laughter” event to the club this week. Charlie tells of how he began promoting TEDx Detroit, how he got to the comedy stage, and what he’s learned along the way. This event has an all-star line-up, so don’t miss it! Later, Jacob Russell checks in with his story so far, including winning The Comedy Rumble, flaking out during Detroit to LA, the genesis of his one man show and what he learned from Joel in his Advanced Comedy Class. Two great up-and-comers to take you into Labor Day! All tickets and comedy class info can be found below.

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Tom McCarthy hosted this podcast for years, and he’s back as this Saturday’s headliner at the club. Tom and Joel reminisce about the origins of the podcast, their favorite (and least favorite) guests, and some behind-the-scenes stuff that fans of this show will enjoy. Tom also tells of the night he met Joel, the pros and cons of the Woodward Dream Cruise, and why some TV shows and movies straight-up replaced an actor. Tom is great comic who wants to see you out this Saturday night! Tix at the link below.

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Ryan Brown and Camila Ballario have both worked their way up the comedy food chain, and they are both headlining The Comedy Castle (separately!) next week. In this double episode, Joel chats with both about their start in Joel’s Advanced Comedy Class, the struggles of a work/life balance with comedy, and what’s next for them in their young careers. Ryan tells Joel how he edits his sets down to pure gold and Camila talks opening for Nikki Glaser in a huge room! These are two rising talents who get their chance to shine next weekend. Tix are at the link below – don’t miss it!

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