Interviews - Page 8 of 12 - Serial Optimist

You Should Absolutely Know Jim Hamilton

Deborah ThomasianAugust 8, 2012

Comedian Jim Hamilton is one of our all-time favorites here at Serial Optimist, and if you aren't familiar with him, we are big time excited to introduce. His new album Poems About the Ocean (out now) is a must listen, and after you read this intervi... Read More...

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Rachel Bloom Is Just The Best

Deborah ThomasianAugust 7, 2012

Her musical comedy videos are bigger head turners than Ryan Lochte’s grill. F*** Me Ray Bradbury alone has garnered her close to 2 million YouTube views. For peet’s sake, this viral commodity was nominated for a Hugo Science Fiction award! Her music ... Read More...

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Jesse Popp Brings The Smiles

Deborah ThomasianAugust 6, 2012

You ever wonder who is one of the guys responsible for making that pasty and ginger late-night host get all the laughs every night? Well, I have a few hints for you. He’s a former resident of Michigan. He co-produced the weekly “Beauty Bar Comedy Sho... Read More...

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The Rebel Light

Meredith SchneiderJuly 31, 2012

Haven’t heard of The Rebel Light yet? Don't stress we hadn't heard of this folk/indie/rock band either (they're new to the scene but already dominating), so it's introductions all around. Hailing from both coasts, the guys have kept their talents all... Read More...

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Matt Braunger Is The Best

David DeanJuly 24, 2012

Matt Braunger is one of our all time favs, and is just killing it right now. "It" being life, bro. His new album "Shovel Fighter" (released July 17 on Comedy Central Records) is just ridiculous fun from beginning to end. He has been touring like a ma... Read More...

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Jackie Kashian Is Big Time Smiles

Deborah ThomasianJuly 20, 2012

If you are not yet a ranger of The Dork Forest, you soon will be. Please grab a comfy chair and familiarize yourself with TDF podcast's dorkdom purveyor, Jackie Kashian. Jackie has created a podcast that is 300+ episodes strong and ever increasing in... Read More...

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Neil Mahoney Talks ‘Freak Dance’

Deborah ThomasianJuly 12, 2012

The name might not ring a bell yet but you have no doubt seen his work. Comedy director, writer and editor Neil Mahoney has been the man behind the camera for all of your favorite shorts and videos. His credits include Tiffany is Busy, Raaaaaaaandy D... Read More...

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A Promoter Of Smiles: Joel Mandelkorn

Deborah ThomasianJune 8, 2012

If you are looking for one of the hottest comedy shows on the West Side, The Super Serious Show is it! Once a month, this show combines the hottest and freshest stand-up, sketch and music comedy acts, plus food trucks and FREE BOOZE. I had the privil... Read More...

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SO Bunk: Kurt Braunohler

Deborah ThomasianJune 6, 2012

If you want to laugh so hard your sombrero falls off and you drop your taco then you need to get on the Kurt Braunohler bandwagon STAT. This seasoned New York comedian's brand of comedy is honest, edgy and perhaps slightly perverse. Kurt does not shy... Read More...

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Angela Trimbur

David DeanMay 23, 2012

Well, good luck not falling in love with Angela Trimbur in the next ten minutes, this girl is all things good. Angela is a comedian, actor, dancer, writer, and all around smile creator. She makes dancing in public completely alone to the beat of her ... Read More...

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What To Expect With Amir Talai

Zhila ShariatMay 22, 2012

You may recognize him as the goofy Geek Squad kid in the Best Buy commercial or his role as Raza in Harold and Kumar Escape from Guantanamo Bay, but you'll definitely remember Amir Talai's name after you see him play Patel, 1/4 of the "Dudes Grou... Read More...

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An All Around Delight: Katie Herzig

Micah LeFebvreMay 21, 2012

Katie Herzig makes beautiful music. You’ve probably heard it and don’t even know it; her songs have been featured in HBO’s “Bored to Death,” “Bones,” “Smallville” and “Grey’s Anatomy.” It’s easy to see why so many dramas would adopt Katie’s art i... Read More...

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Mandee Johnson Shoots Super Serious Laughs

David DeanMay 17, 2012

When I think of people I really admire and who I consider successful and talented, one thing that always stands out in each is that they have somehow created a niche for themselves and are doing exactly what they want to do. Mandee Johnson is a p... Read More...

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A Chat With Comedian Ian Edwards

Zhila ShariatMay 3, 2012

Ian Edwards has appeared on Late Night with Conan O'Brien, written for SNL, and is one of HBO's Bad Boys of Comedy. You've also seen him punk Raven Simone, George Lopez, and Thora Birch on MTV's Punk'd. He truly commits to every role and nails his de... Read More...

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