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Interview: Mark Ridley of Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle in Royal Oak

February 11, 2019

Mark Ridley

Mark Ridley reflects on four decades in the business, including seeing legends like Tim Allen, Dave Coulier, and Mike Binder come up through his venue.

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Q&A with Detroit Comedian Melanie Hearn

January 1, 2018

Melanie Hearn

Detroit native Melanie Hearn talks about her comedic influences, what it takes to launch a new open mic, and her goals as a stand-up comedian.

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Q&A with Detroit Comedian Wes Ward

October 22, 2017

Wes Ward

Detroit stand-up comedian Wes Ward talks about his writing process, the secret to running a good open mic, and his show at Lynch’s Irish Tavern.

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Q&A with Detroit Comedian Steve Hansen

October 8, 2017

Steve Hansen

Detroit stand-up comedian Steve Hansen talks about his comedic influences, using social media as part of his comedy career, and his writing process.

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Q&A with Detroit Comedian Nicole Majdali

September 24, 2017

Nicole Majdali

Detroit’s Nicole Majdali talks about her stand-up comedy career, her creative process, and her new short film, Pretty Funny Nicole.

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Q&A with Detroit Comedian and Actor Tim Allen

September 13, 2017

Tim Allen

Tim Allen, one of the biggest names to ever emerge from the Detroit stand-up comedy scene, has starred in Home Improvement, Toy Story, and Galaxy Quest.

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Q&A with Detroit Comedian Adam Sokol

September 10, 2017

Adam Sokol

Adam Sokol is a ten year comedy veteran from the metro Detroit area. He shares his thoughts on moving to New York City, politics in comedy, and Star Trek.

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Q&A with Pontiac Comedian Mike Geeter

August 13, 2017

Mike Geeter

Michigan stand-up comedian Mike Geeter talks about producing shows, recording his new album, and performing for Kevin Hart’s TV show.

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Q&A with Grand Rapids Comedian Adam Degi

August 6, 2017

Adam Degi

Grand Rapids stand-up comedian Adam Degi discusses the differences between performing at colleges and clubs, handling hecklers, and his new album.

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Q&A with Indianapolis Comedian Matt Holt

July 23, 2017

Matt Holt

Stand-up comedian Matt Holt recently made the move to Michigan. He talks about his the art of crowdwork and how Brad Garrett helped him start his career.

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Q&A with Detroit Comedian Heather Jay

July 9, 2017

Heather Jay

Detroit stand-up comedian Heather Jay talks about the city’s influence on her comedy, her coaching workshops, and her new detective novel.

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Q&A with Michigan Comedian Harry Moroz

June 25, 2017

Harry Moroz

Michigan stand-up comedian Harry Moroz talks about editing movie trailers, running a show in Los Angeles, and unicycling.

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Q&A with Detroit Comedian Jeff Horste

June 11, 2017

Jeff Horste

Detroit comedian Jeff Horste talks about performing improv, recording an album, his first headlining show at Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle.

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Q&A with St. Clair Shores, Michigan Comedian Dave Coulier

May 28, 2017

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Actor, comedian, and Michigan native Dave Coulier, who plays Joey Gladstone on Fuller House, talks about his stand-up comedy roots. He discusses his start in St. Clair Shores, Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle, and his move to L.A.

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Q&A with Birmingham, Michigan Comedian J Chris Newberg

May 14, 2017

J Chris Newberg

Birmingham, Michigan comedian J Chris Newberg talks about his experiences writing and performing on TV shows like The Tonight Show, American Idol, and more.

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Q&A with Lansing, Michigan Comedian Robert Jenkins

April 30, 2017

Robert Jenkins

Lansing comedian Robert Jenkins talks about how he got started in comedy, the best advice he’s ever received, and the secret a successful open mic.

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Q&A with Detroit Comedian Lauren Uchalik

April 16, 2017

Lauren Uchalik

Hamtramck, Michigan comedian Lauren Uchalik talks about roller derby, the challenges of hosting an open mic, and the upcoming Motor City Comedy Festival.

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Q&A with Detroit Comedian Brenton Biddlecombe

March 26, 2017

Brenton Biddlecombe

Detroit strand-up comedian Brenton Biddlecombe talks about touring with Pauly Shore, working at The Comedy Store, and making the move to Los Angeles.

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Q&A with Dearborn, Michigan Comedian Matt McClowry

March 12, 2017

Matt McClowry

Dearborn, Michigan comedian Matt McClowry talks about making the move from Detroit to L.A., recording an album, and life with Asperger’s Syndrome.

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Q&A with Detroit Comedian Cam Rowe

February 26, 2017

Cam Rowe

Stand-up comedian Cam Rowe made a name for himself as The Green Mile on the reality TV show Storage Hunters. Now he brings the laughs onstage.

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Q&A with Detroit Comedian Connie Ettinger

February 12, 2017

Connie Ettinger

Detroit comedian Connie Ettinger discusses the secrets to dealing with booking agents, performing for different crowds, and leaving your day job behind.

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Q&A with Toledo Comedian Keith Bergman

January 29, 2017

Keith Bergman

Ohio stand-up comedian Keith Bergman talks about his influences, the recording of his first comedy special, and the Toledo comedy scene.

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Q&A with Detroit Comedian Jeff Dwoskin

January 15, 2017

Jeff Dwoskin

Detroit comedian Jeff Dwoskin talks about balancing life as a comedian and an entrepreneur, and his HashtagRound up and AbsrdComedy ventures.

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Q&A with Detroit Comedian Josh Adams

January 1, 2017

Josh Adams

Detroit stand-up comedian Josh Adams talks about recording his first album, how his daughter has impacted his career, and what he’d say to his future self.

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Q&A with Michigan Comedian Julie Lyons

December 18, 2016

Julie Lyons

Stand-up comedian Julie Lyons discusses her comedic influences, her writing process, and the and the advice she would give to comics starting later in life.

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Q&A with Grand Rapids Comedian Dave Dyer

December 4, 2016

Dave Dyer

Stand-up comedian Dave Dyer discusses his web series Pillars, his radio and voiceover work, and how he got into writing monologue jokes for television.

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Q&A with Michigan Comedian Zach Martina

November 20, 2016

Zach Martina

Michigan comedian Zach Martina talks about his stand-up comedy writing process, the importance of a website, and the question he asks after every show.

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Q&A with Detroit Comedian Martez Jackson

November 6, 2016

Martez Jackson

Detroit comedian Martez Jackson has entertained audiences for over a decade. He discusses fatherhood and how he caught Robert Townsend’s attention.

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Q&A with Monroe, Michigan Comedian Brad Wenzel

October 23, 2016

Brad Wenzel

Stand-up comedian Brad Wenzel hails from Monroe, Michigan. He discusses his TV appearance on Conan O’Brien, his recent move to L.A., and finding a manager.

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Q&A with Waterford, Michigan Comedian Esther Nevarez

October 16, 2016

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Michigan comedian Esther Nevarez talks about how the Detroit comedy scene has changed and the secrets to hosting a successful open mic.

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Q&A with Detroit Comedian Melvin Bender

October 9, 2016

Melvin Bender

Detroit comic Melvin Bender talks about his stand-up comedy career. He discusses his influences, his writing process, and his physical presence on stage.

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Q&A with Detroit Comedian Joel Fragomeni

October 2, 2016

Joel Fragomeni

Detroit comedian Joel Fragomeni runs the open mic and teaches the advanced comedy class at Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle. He offers tips for new comics.

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Q&A with Detroit Comedian Norm Stulz

September 25, 2016

Norm Stulz

Detroit comedian Norm Stulz is known for his storytelling. He discusses his start as a musician, his writing process, and how the Detroit scene has changed.

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Q&A with Lansing Comedian Dwayne Gill

September 18, 2016

Dwayne Gill

Lansing comic Dwayne Gill talks about his stand-up comedy career. He discusses life as a cop and comedian, his influences, and how to book corporate gigs.

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Q&A with Detroit Comedian Dave Landau

September 11, 2016

Dave Landau

Detroit’s Dave Landau talks about being on Last Comic Standing, how the Michigan comedy scene has changed, and his writing process.

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Q&A with Detroit Comedian Bill Bushart

August 28, 2016

Bill Bushart

Detroit stand-up comedian Bill Bushart talks about his comedic influences, the comedy classes he teaches, and how the Michigan comedy scene has changed.

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Q&A with Detroit Comedian Heather Kozlakowski

August 21, 2016

Heather Kozlakowski

Detroit comedian Heather Kozlakowski discusses her career in stand-up, theater, and radio, and shares the story of The Laugh Riot Dolls.

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Q&A with Flint, Michigan Comedian Bryan McCree

August 14, 2016

Bryan McCree

Michigan stand-up comedian Bryan McCree talks about acting, fatherhood, and reacting to the Flint water crisis as a comic.

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Q&A with Detroit Comedian Mike Green

August 7, 2016

Mike Green

Detroit stand-up comedian Mike Green talks about working clean, bad comedy advice, and how the Michigan comedy scene has changed.

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Q&A with Grand Rapids Comedian Stu McCallister

July 31, 2016

Stu McCallister

Grand Rapids stand-up comedian Stu McCallister talks about podcasting, performing at festivals, and the biggest mistake new comics make.

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Q&A with Michigan Comedian Kate Brindle

July 24, 2016

Kate Brindle

Michigan stand-up comedian Kate Brindle talks about balancing comedy with a legal career, her activism, and why more women don’t do comedy.

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Q&A with Toledo Comedian Steve Sabo

July 17, 2016

Steve Sabo

Stand-up comedian Steve Sabo talks about recording your first comedy album, and performing for the troops, and how comedy changes as you age.

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Q&A with Detroit Comedian Sal Demilio

July 10, 2016

Sal Demlilio

Detroit stand-up comedian Sal Demilio talks about performing in corporate settings, voiceover work, and how the Michigan comedy scene has changed.

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