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Seth Olenick & ‘Funny Business’ — On The Side, They’re Just Normal People

Jimmy CallawayNovember 27, 2013

Back when I was in the cubicle-land of the gainfully employed, I found one of the nicest things about a steady paycheck was being able to pay my bills and be a ... Read More...

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Playful & Pretty: An Interview With Artist Soosan Joon Silanee

David DeanNovember 25, 2013

Soosan Joon Silanee is a fantastic, smile promoting artist in NYC. Her illustrations go down so smooth, a Shel Silverstein/Dr. Seuss blend with a dash of fashio... Read More...

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Talking Comedy, Groceries & Porn With Comedian Jenn Tisdale

Erika HarwoodNovember 19, 2013

When porn star/Lindsay Lohan survivor, James Deen, calls for any ol’ body to film a scene with him, someone has to answer. Luckily for the Internet, comedian an... Read More...

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Emily Heller: Nailing Comedy, Fortunes and Photoshop

Caitlin KunkelNovember 13, 2013

Stand up comedian Emily Heller is really showing 2013 who’s boss. She made her late night debut on Conan earlier this year, has a popular podcast and web series... Read More...

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Brent Weinbach: When Worlds Kaleidoscope

Jimmy CallawayNovember 12, 2013

Brent Weinbach has been one of my favorite comedians since I saw him open for the Comedians of Comedy Tour in 2007. My friends and I, all being huge fans of Mar... Read More...

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Ian Patrick Is The Coolest Kid Around

Erika HarwoodNovember 7, 2013

He’s got a resumé boasting films with Jennifer Aniston and Bruce Willis and currently stars in a primetime TV show. He’s also 10 (almost 11!). We’re talking abo... Read More...

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Chelsea McLean On Joining The Circus

Monique MadridNovember 6, 2013

Remember when you were a kid and you wanted to run away to the circus? No? just me? Well for those who have entertained the idea, you'll love hearing Chelsea Mc... Read More...

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Emily Gordon Talks The Meltdown Show’s Third Anniversary!

David DeanOctober 30, 2013

Tonight is The Meltdown with Jonah and Kumail Third Anniversary Halloween Blowout! It will be a killer show (isn't it always?) and a great celebration of one of... Read More...

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Steven Yeun – The Funny Side Of A Zombie Fighter

Monique MadridOctober 28, 2013

Glenn Rhee from “The Walking Dead” is known for his clever and resourceful zombie fighting talents. Turns out Steven Yeun, the actor behind one of the shows mos... Read More...

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Bonnie McFarlane: This Woman Is Definitely Funny

Monique MadridOctober 16, 2013

The talent level of the performers at this year's All Jane No Dick festival is impressive. The headliners aren’t just “names” in the comedy scene, All Jane has ... Read More...

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Raw & Unedited With Comedian Giulia Rozzi

David DeanOctober 14, 2013

Giulia Rozzi is a life enhancer, a provider of smiles. She's also a New York based comedian, actress and writer with a career that is progressing rapidly. What ... Read More...

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Aparna Nancherla Talks All Jane No Dick Festival

David DeanOctober 14, 2013

I woke up thinking three things this morning: Aparna Nancherla is on "Conan" tonight! The All Jane No Dick Festival is four days away! Where am I? So it was a s... Read More...

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A Quick Chat With Artist Andreas Nitschke

David DeanOctober 10, 2013

Serial Optimist gets more artist submissions than I can count each day, and when we choose to feature one, it's not just because we like the art, it's because o... Read More...

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Jet Eveleth You Should Be Famous

Monique MadridOctober 3, 2013

Jet Eveleth may not be famous yet, but she should be. She WILL be. The LA comedian (by way of Chicago) is one of those rare performers that make you feel lucky ... Read More...

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