The Comedy Club Podcast

Dustin Kaufman is joined by comedian and actor Carlos Santos at the Comedy Club Lawrence! They discuss his unconventional journey from Puerto Rico to California and eventually into comedy, acting, and television hosting. Carlos recalls initially studying computer engineering before realizing that performing was what he had always wanted to do, eventually switching to theater arts at Fresno State and beginning stand-up in college. He discusses the particular challenges of developing a comedic voice in a second language, his training in theater and improv, and his early experience working as a host and MTV personality. You can find Carlos Santos touring in a city near you by checking his upcoming shows: @ofcourseitscarlos FOLLOW The Comedy Club of Kansas City on socials: - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecomedyclubkc/?hl=en - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheComedyClubKC - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thecomedyclubkc

Dustin Kaufman at the Comedy Club KC is back with a snazzy new podcast set and is joined by comedian Andrew Dismukes! They discuss his path from performing stand-up at age 18 to becoming a writer and eventually a cast member on Saturday Night Live. Andrew reflects on breaking into SNL straight out of college, learning the realities of working in a legendary comedy institution, and finding his footing as both a writer and performer. They also discuss the lack of a comedians' union, the importance of stage presence over simply writing good jokes, and the changing landscape of the comedy industry.You can find Andrew Dismukes touring in a city near you by checking his upcoming shows: https://linktr.ee/andrew_vinnyFOLLOW The Comedy Club of Kansas City on socials:- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecomedyclubkc/?hl=en - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheComedyClubKC - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thecomedyclubkc

Dustin Kaufman of the Comedy Club KC is joined by cult comedy legend Kevin McDonald from The Kids in the Hall! Kevin shares stories of fans, his early career and history of the comedy troupe, and auditioning as an entire group for SNL. He talks about Mike Meyers, Norm Macdonald, the Toronto comedy scene, and his quirky filmography of fun voiceover work.FOLLOW The Comedy Club of Kansas City on socials:- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecomedyclubkc/?hl=en- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheComedyClubKC- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thecomedyclubkc

Dustin Kaufman of the Comedy Club KC is joined by comedian Michael Longfellow, who talks about visiting Kansas City with fellow comic Dayton Bissett. They discuss the road comic life, pet disasters, and their terrible first cars. Longfellow describes his path from Phoenix open mics to L.A. and finally to SNL in New York.You can find Michael Longfellow touring in a city near you by checking his upcoming shows: https://www.michaellongfellow.com/FOLLOW The Comedy Club of Kansas City on socials:- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecomedyclubkc/?hl=en- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheComedyClubKC- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thecomedyclubkc

Dustin Kaufman of the Comedy Club KC is joined by comedian Corey O'Brien! Fresh off a sold out show, Corey talks about building his fiercely loyal fanbase, breaking stereotypes as a gay male comedian, and how he’s pushing comedy beyond labels into the mainstream. He opens up about using stand-up as a form of therapy, and his journey from professional dancer to viral performer to headlining comic, all in under two years. The two discuss social media’s impact on comedy, the loneliness of touring, supportive parents, and owning your truth on stage.You can find Corey O'Brien touring in a city near you by checking his upcoming shows: https://www.coreyobrienonline.com/FOLLOW The Comedy Club of Kansas City on socials:- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecomedyclubkc/?hl=en- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheComedyClubKC- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thecomedyclubkc