Grit, Grief, and a Florida Woman in a Squirrel Suit

About this episode

Jessica Michelle Singleton reflects on the loss of comedian Alex Duong and shares her recent experiences in comedy and puppetry, along with quirky news stories.

Back in LA, back on the mic — and Mokey is not happy about it. This week, JMS kicks things off with a heartfelt tribute to comedian Alex Duong, a bright light in the comedy community who passed away far too soon, leaving behind his wife, daughter, and a whole lot of people who just loved being around him. Then things get weird (in the best way): Jessica just graduated from a professional puppetry program, submitted to audition for Fraggle Rock Live , booked a commercial, and is still trying to finish that book about grit. Also on the docket — Project Hail Mary , what went wrong with Comedy Central, TMNT nostalgia, and the probably never ending Idiots in the News segment including a Florida woman who declared herself Squirrel Queen while pelting cops with acorns from a tree. Classic. Also the squirrels are starting to vape - dispose of your trash properly, people. 🎧 New livestreams (almost) every Tuesday — come hang live on YouTube at 5PM PT / 8PM ET! 👀Watch my new special "Hi Y'all!" 📬 Join my email list to request me live in your city and get first dibs on tickets! 🪪 Become an OFFICIAL MEMBER of the IDIOT ASYLUM (JMS Fan Club) and get bonus content, hand written postcards…

People in this episode

Hosts: JMS, Jessica

Topics covered

• grief
• comedy
• puppetry
• Florida woman
• squirrels

Keywords

• Alex Duong
• Fraggle Rock Live
• Comedy Central
• TMNT
• Idiots in the News

Mentioned in this episode

Products: Fraggle Rock Live, Project Hail Mary

Books & works: Fraggle Rock Live, Project Hail Mary, Idiots in the News, Hi Y'all

Places: Florida, LA

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