Movie reviews, social media, and we tackle the age-old question- do drug dealers care about gas mileage?

Charlotte comedian Don Garrett joins Jason and Jordan. If you, like us, are heartbroken over the destruction caused by Hurricane Helene in Western North Carolina, here are some links where you can help: GreaterGood.org FEMA - DisasterAssistance.gov The Red Cross Foodbank of Central & Eastern NC NC Department of Public Safety North Carolina Disaster Relief Fund

Ashley has an announcement; Jonathan shames audience members with little regret.

The gang breaks down a rough night on stage; VP choices; drinking alone; Jonathan may have a block.

Recorded at the Comedy Zone in Charlotte NC, special guests Don McMillan and Sid Davis.

Conspiracy theories; Would You Rather; Jordan acts.

Jordan's canceled; meeting Brian Regan; Ashley tooted.

Jonathan writes a very strongly-worded review and burns a bridge.

Talking Meta; canceling comedians.

Comedian Tyrone Burston joins Jason, Jonathan and Jordan.

A deceitful game of Would You Rather; and comics will say they "killed" when, in fact, they did not.

The gang revisits last week's surprise guest; comparing where you are now to where you were then

The gang gets a surprise visitor; Would You Rather?

A Charlotte Comedy Zone favorite, James Gregory passed away on May 9, 2024 at the age of 78. This is his appearance on the original Comedy Zone Podcast, December 3, 2015.

In which we learn that if one particular cast member isn't on in any given week, they are not listening; rap's ongoing feud; the Tom Brady Roast.

Ashley has a sudden name change; the effect of Don't Tell on the Charlotte comedy scene.

Ashley takes the reins, and Jonathan may be blacker than Jordan. Which is awkward.

Jason returns and the gang has a lot to talk about, including the J Cole/Kendrick kerfuffle.

With Jason otherwise engaged, Jonathan takes the lead with Ashley and Jordan and things get race-ey.

Comedian Ashley Braswell joins Jason, Jordan and Jonathan to round out the panel.

Jason and Jonathan welcome the newest member of the panel, Charlotte comedian Jordan Centry.

Jason and Jonathan talk about a LOT of things. And the Oscars.

Charlotte comedian Jonathan Williams joins Jason at his dining room table to talk about the tour he's on, and the social media video he has that has millions of views.

Kevin hates milk; Jason gets to know Kevin before he leaves.

Charlotte comedian Mimi Benfield joins Jason in-studio to talk about her upcoming show at The Comedy Zone, and selling her house and hitting the road.

Back! With an announcement, a game, and the state of Charlotte's theater community.

Charlotte comedian Jonathan Williams talks about his time with the Bored Teachers Tour, and parenting on the road. Also, Would You Rather...

A spirited round of This or That, which is totally NOT the same game as Would You Rather?

A spirited game of Would You Rather goes off the rails.

We/re back, and NOMINATED! Plus a bunch of random talk.

In which a secret is revealed, and who knows Kevin better- his girlfriend, Lindsey or Jason?

Recorded live at Comedy Arts Theater of Charlotte, Jason and Kevin lead the audience in Advice You Should Not Follow, Would You Rather, and we hear from Old Time Newsman. Special appearance by Abigail Head.

Which Chess Piece are you"; Summer Movies; hair envy

Would You Rather takes a turn.

Back in the studio, Like, Love, Leave; AI jokes; Sculpture vs. Statue.

A bicycle ride down memory lane and the dumb things we did as kids.  Also, it's the podcast's 8th Anniversary.

Lots of call-backs, the WGA strike, nd a rousing game of What If?

Things are getting tense in the studio. Audio memes. Listener voice mail.

It's May the Fourth and Jason's inner nerd is showing; Jason also recaps his West Coast trip, and we hear Emperor Palpatine's speech delivered from various celebrities.

Jason checks in from LA.

Comedian AJ Wilkerson joins Jason and Kevin to talk about discovering he's Autistic at the age of 30, working with Kevin Smith and Jay Mewes, and hitting the stage in Charlotte.

Jason and Kevin engage in a spirited round of Would You Rather... plus... Listener VoiceMail!

Jason gets uncomfortable when he has to dissect one of his own bits.

Goo news and bad news... we've found a way to get Jason into the Oscars.

Kevin and Lindsey return from Europe; Chris Rock's live special, and guess the theme song.

Last year Ariel Elias had a beer thrown at her on stage.  What she did next, and has done since, will become legend. She joins Jason in advance of her March 3rd appearance at Charlotte's Comedy Zone.

Allergy season already? Locked out, celebrity text name-dropping, addicted to carbs

Comedian Shaun Jones talks about his Valentine's Day shows at The Comedy Zone, and his lack of a career Plan B.

A visitor to the studio goes through today's headlines. Plus some weirdness. Just another day in the studio.

New year, new music, new sponsors, new audio memes.

Comedian Simon Gibson joins Jason, then some housekeeping and a new sponsor.

Emma Willmann (Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, Crashing) joins Jason before her date at Charlotte's Comedy Zone, and then improv comedian Kevin Shimko sits in for some silliness.

It's 2023, and we're just learning Jason likes cooking shows.

Sleep problems, awake problems, and the Story of the Year from the NFL.

Jason is done with bad people; opening for Pete Holmes; lobster at Christmas

Charlotte comedian Jordan Centry joins Jason to talk about his leap of faith, and producing a new open mic (Queen City Nerve's "Best of the Nest") and being named Charlotte's favorite comedian.

Jason's on fire and Thanksgiving turkey is overrated, as are deez nuts.

Comedian Mimi Benfield joins Jason in-studio to talk about her time in NYC, her return to Charlotte, and deciding not to adjust who she is on stage. 

A mishap with the mitre saw; we've all got scars, and a drop-in from QCPN producer Jess.

Jason's first time in the new studio starts with a celebration of Halloween and deteriorates into a discussion of why movies aren't as good as they used to be.

Jason returns! Plus- comedian Drew Harrison explains why he moved from NC to Nashville, and how he totally committed to his new special.

Joy talks about performing standup in front of her family, and she may have a bit of a short temper.

Comedian Kylie Rose Vincent joins Joy to talk about her compulsive standup schedule, performing her one-woman show "Bird" 29 times at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, and living in her car.

Comedian Harrison Tweed joins guest host Joy Wills to talk about the open mic scene in NYC, and Netflix's effect on standup. 

Comedian/actress Hilliary Begley (Dumplin') joins Joy to talk about her car trouble, and how Jennifer Aniston discovered her.

Joy Wills begins her residency in the studio with Charlotte comedian Grace Hauth, and don't invite yourself over to Joy's house.

Charlotte comedian Joy Wills joins Jason in-studio for a special announcement.

Christian Johnson joins Jason Allen King ahead of his headlining show at Charlotte's Comedy Zone.

Cale Evans, Blake Edwards and Sam Hatch from Queen City Comedy take over the podcast right before the Comedy Bang Bang show at The Queen City Comedy Experience at Blumenthal Performing Arts' Knight Theater.  This podcast includes breaking news that everyone already knows by the time this episode gets published.

Queen City Comedy's Cale Evans gets right off a plane from the Just for Laughs Festival in Montreal and gets elbows deep into the Queen City Comedy Experience with Jason.

Queen City Comedy Experience producer Joe Hunsaker joins Jason to talk about assembling the festival for 2022 after a three-year hiatus, finding new venues, and the amazing shows coming up.

Flying next to sociopaths, stay in the moment, U2 o the subway- with Jason Allen King and Jonathan Williams.

This is the first half of the Comedy Zone Special 7th Anniversary Special.. as the second half is lost to the podcast Gods.  Recorded live in Producer Brian's backyard.

Jason and guest Jonathan Williams discuss pursuing creative projects while battling fatigue.

Comedian Jonathan Williams joins Jason, where they discuss audience members approaching the stage, writing and rewriting jokes, and if Jonathan's name still works for him.

Atlanta comedian and show producer Ian Aber joins Jason to talk about booking shows, and watching young comedians grow.

Charlotte comedian JD Colwell joins Jason in-studio.

Comedian Ryan Davis joins Jason in-studio before his homecoming weekend at Charlotte's Comedy Zone.

Producer Brian and former co-host Sammi Jo Francis remember legendary comedian Gilbert Gottfried, and tee up the conversation with him from this very podcast on March 16, 2017.

Jason talks with Coco Fresh (Courtney Tyson) about comedy and spirituality. 

Comedians Cort McCown, Joy Wills, and Carlos Valencia join Jason in-studio to try to make sense of the slap heard round the world at the 2022 Oscars.

Improv professor Elizabeth "EB" Byland tells her origin story; from a troubled high school kid to an improv instructor for med school students.  Buckle up, this is quite a ride.

Comedian Katherine Blanford from the podcast "Cheaties" joins Jason and special guest Jonathan Williams (Preachers' Kids Podcast)

Comedian Jesse Jones joins Jason to talk about his start with the legendary Charlotte sketch group The Perch, his time with MTV, and his bourbon podcast.

Comedian Aaron Weber joins Jason to talk about his start, and his pet peeves.

Developing good... and bad... habits, plus 'I hate water" and what's coming up in comedy.

Comedian Turner Sparks joins Jason to talk about his podcast "Lost in America," his I-can't-beleive-this-is-accredited semester abroad, and how he had not one but TWO businesses taken over by the Chinese government.

Producer/Comedian Keith Dee joins Jason to discuss how he built shows at small venues in South Carolina's Low Country, and what makes for a good, small venue show.

Comedian Caitlin Peluffo joins Jason to talk about, you know... comedy, her career, being on network TV and her pet peeves.

Bob Saget was the first guest on The Comedy Zone Podcast, May 26, 2015. In this episode, we remember Bob's graciousness, his humility, and his desire to continue to work towards the things he wanted, and we revisit his appearance with us from 7 years ago.

Jason and Brian acknowledge the new year and their plans which are sure to fall apart.

Comedian Matt Fulchiron joins Jason to talk about his return to the road, starting out in LA, and cancel culture's effects on his process.

Comedian Ben Jones joins Jason to discuss how he almost joined the circus, how Jeff Foxworthy inspired his career, and the importance of free food.

Cort McCown saves the day, Christmas at Jason's house, playing a recovery show in Vegas.

Chris Buck discusses with Jason Allen King the relationship (and consequences) between technology, social media, and comedy, and how it affects both the authenticity and appreciation of art forms.

Charlotte comedians talk about Chris Rock's latest performance at The Comedy Zone, and Charlotte Comedy.

Tony Tone joins Jason from the set of a music video and talks about his upcoming projects, getting back on the road, and his path to the stage.

Jason catches up with comedian Andy Forrester.

Headlining at Charlotte's Comedy Zone this weekend (Oct 28/29/30) comedian John Henton joins Jason to talk about getting back on the road, his legendary Tonight Show appearance, and trading jabs with Milton Berle.

Tik-Tok mega-sensation Ben Brainard joins Jason in-studio to talk about falling backwards into Tik-Tok success, and moving to LA and immediately going on tour.  

Charlotte comedian Crystalle Ramey joins Jason in-studio to talk about her appearance at The World Series of Comedy in Las Vegas, losing a fight with a .99-cent shrimp cocktail, and appearing on a show with Jay Leno.

We're living in the future; Tim Counts and Sonja Goodwin join Jason to talk about their improv show coming up at The Comedy Zone, and Tim's dad squatted on his social media handles.

Comedian Cort McCown joins Jason in-studio as talks about his days coming up at LA's famous Comedy Store, his new show at The Comedy Zone, and his apartment search in Charlotte.

This has been a tough week in the comedy community and beyond.  Jason fought off the 'Rona, The Comedy Zone Family loses one of its own, Norm MacDonald passes away.

Jason Collings joins Jason from LA to talk about the white lie that started his comedy career, and doing The Tonight Show with Jay Leno on 45 minutes notice.

 Chuck Johnson from Summit Comedy joins Jason to discuss booking comics into college and corporate gigs, why you should never book Tracy Morgan, and how the game has changed over the past 20 years.

Comedians who want to be actors, listen up!  Talent Agent to the Stars Renee Vesci from Fast Lane Talent joins Jason to spill all the inside secrets about making sure your auditions get seen, and what it really takes to break through in the business.

Cale Evans from Queen City Comedy and Joe Hunsaker from Blumenthal Performing Arts are in-studio to talk about the upcoming Queen City Comedy Experience, Sept 7-12 at Blumenthal Arts Spirit Square.

Comedy Arts Theater of Charlotte's Kevin Shimko joins Jason in-studio to talk about the doozy of a year CATCH has had, upcoming shows, and dropping five pages of a Shakesperian play in front of an audience. 

Television writer/comedian Mick Betancourt joins Jason in-studio to talk about his potential return to comedy and podcasting, writing for Law and Order SVU, The Purge (TV series), and the number of comedians and writers who are leaving Hollywood.

Carols Valencia joins Jason in-studio to talk about taking the leap, dealing with hecklers and having a podcast with an unidentifiable name.  

Comedian Kenyon Adamcik joins Jason to talk about his comedy roots and approach to writing, and tells the story of how he got left back in elementary school in spite of being bilingual.

Comedian Mike Speenberg joins Jason to talk about his return to Charlotte and how his podcast has helped him love this city more, plus the one class upcoming comics should take after they graduate from standup school.

 Comedian EJ Nonstop joins Jason from the front seat of his car.  

Comedy Zone owner Brian Heffron, booking manager Len Kure and Comedy Zone Charlotte GM Ted Garvin join Jason in-studio to talk about how the Comedy Zone survived COVID-19, the first days of the lockdown, canceling hundreds of shows, pivoting to on-line comedy, canceling even more shows, and the soon-to-be-re-opening a newly remodeled Comedy Zone Charlotte... we're breaking Comedy Zone news on this episode.   Oh, it's also The Comedy Zone Podcast's 300th episode.

After doing standup for only five years, NY comedian Steve Rogers performed on The Late Show with Steven Colbert.  Crazy, right?  In this week's Comedy Zone Podcast, he tells Jason how he did it.

Comedy Zone Podcast Hall of Famer Paul Hooper joins Jason IN-STUDIO to talk about his year, what's next, and his writing process or lack thereof.

Jason shoots his Dry Bar special and spends time in Utah; plus, to hang out in the green room, or not to hang out in the green room?

Comedian Tom Simmons joins Jason and talks about his start in comedy, living on the road with a new wife, and writing for a new television program without knowing anything about writing for a new television program.  

Jason is joined by Kenny and Leah Garcia, talking comedy, live shows, their podcast (Side By Side) and why they bailed on Philadelphia.  

A major announcement regarding Charlotte's Comedy Zone, plus Charlotte Laughs Tonight's Dana Koster joins Jason to talk about there love of comedy, her stage fright, booking comedy at The Evening Muse, and how she started Charlotte's most comprehensive on-line comedy calendar.

Comedian James Hodge joins Jason and this one goes off the rails early, plus - listen for Jason's April Fool's prank... somewhere in this episode.

Guests Jonathan Williams and Tara Brown join Jason to talk about their new Queen City Podcast Network podcast, Preachers Kids, and why their unlikely partnership works so well.  Plus, a spirited round of Bible Trivia.

Comedy Zone Podcast Hall of Famer Brent Blakeney joins Jason to talk about his COVID experience, how he started featuring for Jon Reep, and developing his own comedy fiction podcast.  

NC comedian Jeremy Alder joins Jason to talk about his comedy journey from the pulpit to the stage, and how a sarcasm intervention may have led him to all this.  

Comedian Crystalle Ramey joins Jason to discuss how she's using all this down time to improve as a comedian, make connections, and work 6-8 open mics a night from her home!

Jason is joined by PJ Barnes and Natascha Adams from the movie "All We Got,"  produced in Charlotte during the pandemic in 2020, and streaming now on Amazon Prime.  

Comedian Derek Richards joins Jason to talk about his unlikely start in comedy, following Brad Garrett in his own club, and his fight with cancer.

Charlotte comedian J. Bliss talks with Jason about his conversion from corporate life to comedy, and nearly back again due to COVID. 

Preparation is key to podcasts, and comedy, plus Jason encourages comics to keep politics off the stage in 2021.  

Trouble, with a capital T, that rhymes with P, and that stands for Plumbing.  Plus, Jason gets an email from a fellow comic that leaves him troubled.  With a capital T...

Actor/comedian Philly Plowden joins Jason from Atlanta to talk about his start in comedy, notoriously crummy comedy condos, and his running joke with another comic.

This episode - recorded before the events of January 6, 2021 - includes an appearance from comedian Cliff Cash. His new album, "Halfway There," drops January 8.

What's it like to bomb on the biggest stage of your young career?  Sam Evans knows.  He also may have misinterpreted his mother's encouragement.  Either way, he's funny, and he joins Jason in this week's episode.

Comedian Jean Snyder joins Jason to discuss favorite Christmas movies, how she's dealt with being a full-time comedian in a pandemic, and how she'll be Brian's Christmas Cookie Cuck.

Comedian Shaun Jones joins Jason to discuss comedy, writing, and the phone call on the way to the airport that changed his life.

Jason has a past that we just learn about in this episode. Plus, the year's top standup specials and what if there was a fellowship for comedians to study their craft?

Charlotte comedian Sid Davis joins Jason and tells the story of his journey to comedy, after selling insurance and fixing commercial airplanes.

The guys haven't always been this cool.

For some standups, the future of comedy is very much unknown, Will and Jason embark on a frank discussion of what the next few months might mean for comics who have to grind out a career. Plus, Jason may or may not be on a stakeout.

In between fighting with his dial-up internet service, Will explains how he nearly died in Lake Wylie.  Plus, we're joined by Matt Goins from Puzzle Huddle.

Trunk or Treat just sounds... wrong.  Plus, Scary movies and scarier times.

Jason returns with a fashion statement, Will loiters on docks, Clip of the Week!

So much to talk about after two weeks off. Football, food, voting, fishing.  It's all here.

Will and producer Brian discuss the art and science of BBQ, and some football, and how Will deals with not being the center of attention at home, or if he even ever was.

Will returns after the birth of his son; missing the stage; there's never been a better time to quit on your dreams.

Charlotte comedian and show producer Lauren Ansley joins Jason to talk about the timing of the pandemic shutdown and her career, and her multiple pivots since then that have kept her working.

Jason does an outdoor show, Will needs another week off, Jim Gaffigan has a meltdown, and then explains it.

A baby update, quick comedy hits, and a new Seinfeld book!

Comedy just feels different, if Grunge came before Hair Metal, opening for Rob Schneider.

Charlotte comedian and producer Chris Corrado joins Will to talk about his career, his eye for locating non-traditional venues where comedy will work, his pivot to producing drag shows after COVID-19, and his love for horror movies.

Will and Jason connect via ZOOM for the first time since all the crazy started, to talk about live comedy, the return of sports, and Jason's quarantine workout routine.

Comedian JD Colwell joins Will to talk about working the Funny Bus, and an audience member who really didn't want anything to do with him.

Will's cat gets out of Dodge... sort of.

Jason takes a road gig, with some restrictions; plus comedians behaving badly.

Charlotte Comedian Ray Money joins Will Jacobs from the Comedy RV, and Ray just might have seen the pandemic coming; and when comics may feel comfortable to go back into clubs. Plus, remembering Carl Reiner.

Will and Jason reflect on the state of race in America, and where do we go from here?

Comedian Mike Goodwin talks with host Will jacobs about his time in the military, learning comedy, working the church circuit, and meeting Will in comedy class.

Will and Jason on the week's events, George Floyd's death in Minneapolis, and what NOT to do with your black co-workers.

The guys get derailed into a spirited round of movie talk, including some hot takes on 50 Shades.

The guys welcome in a long-distance surprise guest.

Will's Uncle, Dr. Sid Jacobs, joins the podcast to rub in, just one more time, the shot that broke Will's heart. Also, Seinfeld releases a new special. Find Dr. Jacobs book of poetry, "Freedom Poems," at Amazon.

Atlanta comedian Joel Byars joins the gang to talk about comedy in quarantine, his new hour-long special, and the importance of watching other comics work.   Check out Joel's comedy special here: https://JoelByarsComedy.com   Listen to Joel's podcast here: https://bit.ly/HotBreathPodLinks

The latest on the head-shaving conundrum; Quarantine conversations. 

Will wants to shave his head during quarantine. His wife isn't sure that's a good idea. Who will win?

A new game: Audio Memes! Plus, our quarantine situation, seeing color, and this weekend's 15-Minute Funnies from The Comedy Zone!

The guys talk about their awful first jobs, one of which may have violated child labor laws.

Will has a big announcement; every one is creating, sort of; the Comedy Zone variety show on Facebook.

On March 21, 2020, our friend and comedian Clint Nohr passed away at his home in New York City. Clint was a Charlotte comedian who made the journey to NYC and was one of the comedians many Charlotte-based comics looked up to. Over and above all of that, Clint was just a really good guy. He will be missed.

This special release of the Comedy Zone Podcast includes the audio from a special show at The Comedy Zone in Charlotte, NC during the Covid-19 quarantine. It includes comedians Jason Allen King, Comedian Burpie, Todd Riley and Shaun Jones. It was live-streamed to viewers via Facebook Live on Saturday, March 21, 2020. You can contribute to the waitstaff and bartenders fund at The Comedy Zone through Venmo and GoFundMe. 

Will and Jason connect virtually and talk about the effect the Corona Virus may have on the comedy industry, and a crazy NFL free agency season.

Comedian Ray Money joins Will in-studio to talk about his new son (who has the best rapper name ever) and the things about friends that bug a comic.  

Will forgets stuff. A lot of stuff. It's kind of a problem.

Jason's got his hopes way up for good news, Will's wife holds a grudge.

Wrestling legend Hacksaw Jim Duggan crops in the Comedy Zone Studio to talk about his career, his path to the rein, and what it took to have a decades-long career in the grueling sport of professional wrestling.

Will is joined in-studio by Charlotte comedian Blayr Nias, who talks about her unusual start in comedy, being a mom... and an expecting mom on stage... and how women in comedy are treated on the road.

Charlotte comics Don Garrett and Chris Monds join Will and Jason in-studio to talk about what makes a good emcee, their path to comedy, and the advice they got that just didn't work out.

Cherie Chiles-Buchanan, producer of the Kenan Thompson Ultimate Comedy Experience (at the Comedy Zone Charlotte on February 9) joins Will Jacobs in-studio to talk about the show, being Kenan Thompson's buddy, and meeting Robin Williams backstage at SNL.

Charlotte comedian Joy Wills joins Will and Jason on the podcast and immediately starts busting balls. We also hear about her process, her affection for writing, and her start in improv.

Jason made an unfortunate wager, plus the Tweet of the Week.

Charlotte comedians Jonathan Williams and J.D. Colwell join Will and Jason in-studio to talk about their starts in comedy, the things they've done right and wrong, and the gigs that keep their comedy aspirations alive.

In the last all-new episode of 2019, Charlotte comedian Lauren Ansley joins Will and Jason in-studio to talk about her Beerly Funny series of shows, and why she walked off stage for three years before getting back on.

Thanksgiving recap, some football talk, and a lesson on what's important at the very end. 

Queen City Comedy's Cale Evans joins host Will Jacobs in-studio to talk about festivals, The Queen City Comedy Experience, and this is the one that's gonna get us canceled.

Comedy Arts Theater of Charlotte founder Kevin Shimko joins Will and Jason in-studio to discuss Charlotte's improv scene, his theater and improv classes, the apparent rift between improv and standup, and his days as an improviser in New York City.

Jason returns from Hawaii, some fun comedy shows around town, and Louis CK sells out four shows at The Comedy Zone.

Charlotte's own Paul Hooper is back, this time talking about getting healthy, preferring life on the road, and living with roommates in your 40's.

Will turns to the Sixers for solace while the Eagles struggle; the fine art of self-promotion; suspending disbelief.

Charlotte comedian/writer/actor/dancer PJ Barnes from Screwed Up TV joins Will Jacobs in-studio to talk about his incredible journey, which includes homelessness and a horrific car accident, and the support from the community that he says helped his recovery.

The rules of NFL fandom in the era of relocation, Lions over Eagles, Will's Philly show recap, and showing up at the wrong location for a show.

Recorded live at the Queen City Comedy Experience in Charlotte, North Carolina on September 28, 2019. Host Will Jacobs is joined by guest co-host Jon Reep and comedian Clint Norh. Plus, Elizabeth "EB" Byland and her improv students from Virginia Commonwealth University drop in and build a scene with Will and Jon.

We recap the Queen City Comedy Experience as it's happening, plus, an incredible performance by a comic in a construction site.

Will and Jason go all in on the Shane Gillis/Saturday Night Live controversy, Dave Chapelle and Bill burr's new specials, and one crazy week in the NFL.

With a new producer on board, at least for this episode, has Brian been replaced? Plus, Jason plays the black rooms and a discussion of fear. We should mention, probably, that this episode was recorded before the ugly allegations against New England Patriots wide receiver Antonio Brown became public.

Charlotte comic Todd Riley joins Jason Allen King in-studio to talk about his start in comedy, his recent 7-day run at a legendary Chicago comedy club, and a frank discussion about his fight with manic depression and bringing that tough topic to the stage.

Will Jacobs is joined in-studio by friend-of-the-podcast Ray Money and comedian Tre Pone to talk about the major differences between "Urban" and "mainstream" comedy and comedy clubs, plus a roast session.

Comedy Zone booker and Comedy Class instructor Joel Pace joins Jason Allen King in studio to answer all the questions aspiring comics want to ask a stage-time gatekeeper but are afraid to, plus the inauspicious beginnings of the Comedy Zone franchise, and Joel's social media strategy.

Living Single's John Henton returns to the podcast with a green room conversation with host Will Jacobs, plus Will pimps his return to the Philly area, and admits he was wrong. Save the date.

Jason details his run with the bulls in Spain, and Will reveals a secret he's held on to for more than 20 years.

Mathew Schantz and Tania Kelly from long-time Charlotte sketch group Robot Johnson join Will in-studio to talk about sketch, their process, and the times things haven't gone quite right on stage.

Actor/comedian and QCPN Podcast host Brian Lafontaine joins Jason Allen King in-studio to talk about his transition from comedy to acting, his most notable roles, and his podcast "You May Have Seen" on the Queen City Podcast Network. Plus, Jason ran with the bulls. Seriously.

It's Ladies Night at The Comedy Zone! Recorded before an all-female show, comedians Tera Brown and Jenn Snyder joins Will in-studio to talk about if women are funny, working clean, and of course, Eddie Murphy movies.  

With the guys on the road, we take a look back at vintage interviews with Josh Blue, Kyle Kinane and Michael Kosta, special appearance by former host Sammi Jo!  

In what is hopefully the final word on the Great Charlotte Comedy Kerfuffle, two Charlotte open mic comedians respond to the Facebook comments from Johnny Millwater and the controversy that followed.

Charlotte comedian Johnny Millwater joins Will and Jason plus comedian Ray Money to explain the Great Charlotte Comedy Kerfuffle, and the aftermath.

The guys debate marriage, but not in the way you might expect; plus cultural appropriation, stacking the Funny On The Fly deck.

Will is in, then out. Jason might be in, then he's out. In for the long haul are Cale Evans and Jacob Brayton from QCPN's Podcast From Hell and The Queen City Comedy Experience to talk about their podcast, the comedy festival in September, and the secret to good improv.

Someone ignited a bit of a kerfuffle in the Charlotte Comedy Scene. In this episode, three people who have nothing to do with the controversy talk about it at length, plus we name Will's next podcast.

Will sells out... a show. The NBA Draft Lottery, the Sixers gut-punch loss takes a toll on Will, Jason gets a new nickname.

Recorded live in Uptown Charlotte at the Charlotte SHOUT! Festival, host Jason Allen King is joined by his comedy collaborator and Charlotte filmmaker John Schwert, to talk about the origin of their "George and Monty" series of shorts, and Schwert's foray into standup.

Will has a mishap; get ready for the show's SECOND live recording as part of the Charlotte SHOUT! Festival; we've got decades of experience.

Recorded just minutes before the start of another Funny on the Fly show at The Comedy Zone in Charlotte, NC, Will and Brian discuss what goes into producing this unique standup show; plus Will's night out with his co-workers.

Charlotte comedian Ray Money joins the guys in-studio for the real story behind Will and Ray's trip to Georgia and Florida, plus the secret to Ray's on-stage cool. Also, comedian John Caparulo in-studio with his start in Cleveland and Pittsburgh, his fondness for the grind, and he new animated project.

Will and Jason make everything dirty; Will is a winner, Jason finds out the hard way; Will gets a new family on a road trip.

Will has a gig he's not aware of; he and Jason break down the matchups in the next round of the March Mania Tournament with zero preparation; and both hosts have an exciting opportunity.

Charlotte comedian J Bliss joins Will Jacobs in-studio to talk about his new comedy album "#TTBS" (available now on iTunes) and the comedy stage in Charlotte that was the toughest to play.

Will and Jason break down last week's interview with Comedy Zone Owner Brian Heffron, and Steeler's fan Jason has some definite feelings about Antonio Brown signing with the Raiders.

The podcast four years in the making- Comedy Zone owner Brian Heffron joins Will and Jason at the Comedy Zone Podcast Studio and opens up about his career; how he got started; how the business has changed; and the perception some local comics have about him, and the Comedy Zone.

The Godmother of Charlotte's comedy community, Debbie Millwater joins Will and Jason in-studio to talk about the Queen City's comedy scene, her philosophy of producing comedy shows, and how living in her car with her road-dog husband made her a better show runner. Plus, Steelers-fan Jason takes on the team's Antonio Brown situation.

Will feels judged for using coupons at the drive-through, but it may be the way he uses them; Robert Kraft charged; comedy "tours" and "killing."

As we welcome new co-host Jason Allen King to the show, Will describes his NBA All Star Weekend experience, and his efforts at playing peacemaker.

Charlotte Improv comics Cale Evens and Jake Brayton join Will in the new QCPN studio at Advent CoWorking to talk about the worst places they've performed.

Will's opening act on a recent gig breaks all the rules; a plea to Black Twitter.

Will and Brian explain the origins of the Queen City Podcast Network, the details of the new sponsorships, and how it all will go down, and how it affects the listeners in Charlotte and beyond. Plus, we hate half of this year's Super Bowl. Part of The Queen City Podcast Network, powered by OrthoCarolina.

Sammi Jo's final podcast as she leaves us to move to Los Angeles. Come for the heartfelt goodbyes, stay for the last batch of sexual innuendo from our friend, Sammi.

R. Kelly's pattern of abuse; Soulja Boy's crazy interview; Nick Thune In Studio

A trip to the dog park ends at the hospital. Plus, The Fish Taco Lady. You had to be there.

Stories of NYE behind the bar; Christmas presents for the children; RIP Bob Einstein; planning a wedding.

Our favorite interviews from 2018, this podcast features Randy Rainbow (recorded live at Charlotte's Queen City Comedy Experience); Kyle Kinane; Tammy Pescatelli; and Aasif Mandvi- featuring hosts Will Jacobs, Sammi Jo Francis and Jason Allen King.

Sammi Jo and Jason in-studio to talk about another big announcement, Christmas, best gifts, and being "thicc." This one gets dark.

Jason Allen King in studio; The Christmas Spirit; music that has not aged well.

Comedian Dean Napolitano drops in to relive the two weeks he and Will spent in "paradise;" also- caring for aging parents and priceless advice for young comics.

Sammi has an announcement, bar do's and don't's and tall women.

Thanksgiving 2018 with Jason Allen King, plus a vintage Mike Lawrence interview.

Will and Jason relive the night an audience member called the police during his act! Plus, A Keto update and Fly, Eagles, Fly - except when they don't.

Comedian Josh Blue in-studio! We learn about his guest spot on The Tonight Show, his new line of edibles, and growing up on two different continents.

A trade between the Lions and Eagles leaves Will excited; goes out and vote!; unacceptable workplace behavior.

On a cold, rainy day in Charlotte, talk of movies, music, couples and mom's on Twitter.

They left law school to pursue comedy and never looked back. The Lucas Brothers join Sammi Jo in studio to talk about being twins, bailing out of law school and their marriage of philosophy and comedy. Plus, Sammi Jo's brush with Hamilton.

A Grab Bag of "Best Of" hosted segments! Fun! Featuring Will, Sammi and Julie Scoggins!

Cale Evans, returns with Jason Allen King to recap the weekend that was The Queen City Comedy Experience- hear behind-the-scenes stories and never before heard tales from the festival, and BREAKING NEWS about next year's event!

Recorded LIVE in front of an audience made up of real people at the Queen City Comedy Experience in Charlotte, NC on Sept 27, 2018! Guests: YouTube star Randy Rainbow, Charlotte improv group Now Are the Foxes, plus, we take audience questions for Advice You Should Not Follow. Fun!

Comedian Kyle Kinane in-studio! Plus hurricane aftermath, loud bar conversations and things are just different Down Under.

New host segments with Jason Allen King; Hurricane Florence; Air B&B; Vintage interview with Corey Holcomb.

A vintage episode with favorite guest Paul Hooper. This one got out of hand, in the best way possible.

Two all new host segments, and a vintage interview with Carlos Mencia!

Charlotte comedian Nicci Hoo in-studio to promote her August 29th show at The Comedy Zone in Charlotte. Plus, Jason Allen King gust hosts with Will Jacobs!

Remembering Aretha Franklin, the open mic scene in Charlotte, comedy is work, career paths- with Jason Allen King

Cale Evans and Elizabeth "E.B." Byland stop in to talk about the Queen City Comedy Experience, a four-day comedy festival Sept 27-30 at Uptown Charlotte's Blumenthal Center for the Performing Arts.

Sammi and a private message from a fan, Hamilton tickets over/under wager, plus a vintage interview with Rory Scovel!

Comedian Aasif Mandvi stops by to tell the story of the awkward interview that just happened (for once, it wasn't ours) and about how his 10-year run on The Daily Show almost never happened.

Comedian Ali Siddiq joins Will and Sammi (!) about his disappointment over getting snubbed by the Emmy's, and his comedy special. PLUS Hamilton in London and work-wife drama.

Comedian Affion Crockett in studio, talking about his start in comedy, which followed dance and music, also his first time on stage. PLUS, Sammi Jo returns for a segment with bar stories.

Guest co-host Jason Allen King is joined by comedian John Henton who tells the story of his experience on The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson, and about what's he's learned in in 30 years of performing.

Former Charlotte/current NY comedian Clint Nohr stops in on the eve of his first comedy recording to talk about life as a comic in NY and the evolution of his material, and performing in front of six people.

Saturday Night Live's Chris Redd talks with Brian about his start in comedy, pretending to live in LA, and performing on Saturday Night Live.

Comedian Tammy Pescatelli joins Brian in studio talking about recording her new hour in her hometown, and how comedy audiences have changed.

Three of our favorite guests in one show! Revisit interviews with Kelsey Cook (with added Spencer Taylor appearance), Carly Aquilino, and Julie Scoggins!

Comedian Steve Rannazzisi drops in for his second visit to the Comedy Zone Podcast, with comedian Cort McCown, plus our third anniversary, and needing to know if people like you.

If you only take one thing away from this week's podcast, it's don't make Sammi Jo angry. Just don't. Also, safe home, Spanky Brown.

Comedian Johnny Millwater guest-co-hosts and Huggy Lowdown and Chris Paul stop by in-studio to talk about traveling in the South, food, television and crime fighting. Plus, Johnny updates us on the status of his project, "Crazy Late with Johnny Millwater."

All new host segments, repeat Fortune Feimster interview. Will learns a tough lesson about about SpeedPass; Reversing field on the NY Giants draft pick; crazy times.

The one covers a lot of ground, from the NFL Draft's First Round, to the #MeToo movement (we have to do better) and Meek's return to Philly!

New host segments, repeat interview with the creators of Super Troopers and Super Troopers 2, Steve Lemme and Kevin Heffernan. Public transportation nightmares, leg room and Sammi Jo makes a new friend.

Wrestlemania recap, and a bit of education; comedian Frankie Paul sits down with Will on the road; Trouble in Kardashian-land, and an open letter to Chloe.

Brent Blakeny drops in fresh off a win in a big comedy competition; Will's road stories; The Zen Diaries of Garry Shandling

The FInal Four, a comedy controversy, and a national championship!

Work wife trouble; improv games with Drea Leonetti and Brian Briscoe. The first Comedy Zone Podcast under the queencitypodcastnetwork banner. Learn more at queencitypodcastnetwork.com

Sammi Jo returns from safari (literally), and Will talks with comedian Matt Bergman, plus a March Mania recap with a couple of losers.

Some weeks are just the worst. Schedule conflicts get in the way of recording with a guest, but Will and Brian record immediately following the first round of the March Mania Comedy Tournament at The Comedy Zone, plus an Oscar recap, and sleep-walking stories.

Sammi Jo is at a destination wedding on another continent; remembering Barry Crimmins; Colonoscopy stories.

The complete interview with Barry Crimmins, who passed away on March 1, 2018. Recorded February, 2016.

The flu and a medical procedure that shall not be named prevent us from recording a new show this week, but here's the best of a wonderful lady who is totally honest and something for all of us... Dominique.

Due to illness and a schedule conflict the role of Will and Sammi Jo is being played by Yelp Charlotte Community Director Nikki Wolfe, and we revisit the first interview ever on the Comedy Zone Podcast- Bob Saget.

"Big" Jay Oakerson and Rob Mayhew in-studio, and the conversation gets a little out of hand. Plus, Will checks in from Philly, where he attended the Eagles victory parade after their Super Bowl win.

Comedian and Daily Show correspondent Michael Kosta stops by to talk tennis, his Daily Show audition, and make awkward eye contact. This show brought to you by the letter "D."

Comedian Johnny Millwater drops in for a discussion of rentable bicycle litter, dogs, and rap music.

North Carolina ghost tour operator Tim Starnes (Ethereal Crack) stops by and tells stories. Come for the haunted stories, stay for the moment Will finds out he may have been abducted by aliens.

DC Durry and BT Kingsley drop in to talk about DC's farm, what they've learned from each other, and crypto-currency. Also, Sammi has an announcement. Presented by LootCrate.

Internet comedian Kountry Wayne visits in-studio, about his rise to stardom and his fight with YouTube. Presented by LootCrate. Get 10% off a subscription at trylootcrate.com/comedyzone and the Promo Code bridge10.

ALL NEW! The final podcast of 2017! Christmas recaps! Comedian and former pro wrestler Al Ernst talks with Will. A sleep apnea update! And Eagles in, Lions out.

A "Best of Host Segments" for the Holidays! Starring Will Jacobs, Sammi Jo Francis and some other guy. Epic!

Relive interviews with Last Week Tonight writer Josh Gondelman, Steve Rannazzisi and the Broken Lizard guys about Super Troopers 2!

The Christmas Episode- featuring NEW host segments with a recycled interview with comedian Drew Lynch. Also, Christmas memories, John Lennon, Brian has a sleep disorder.

An all-new show with comedian Julie Scoggins, talking about her emotional search for her birth mother and meeting her bio-siblings for the first time. Plus- Thanksgiving update and Will reaches third base.

Can podcasts be collector's items? We like to think this one is. This "best of" show is long, but worth every minute- with all four Paul Hooper appearances. Bonus appearances by Dave Attell and John Heffron.

While we work to get our collective stuff together, here is a composite of every Josh Wolf appearance on the podcast There are two, but they're both really good.

We repeat our interview with Sarah Colonna, BUT with two new host segments in which we discuss standup, mic stands, and Louis CK.

Comedian Johnny Millwater drops in for the entire hour, Will is late, WE'VE GOT REVIEWS! and Johnny waits until the last moment to blow the minds of the hosts.

Sammi and Brian hold down the fort for one segment and then we hear their favorite interviews with J. Anthony Brown and Craig Robinson. So this show is 1/3 new.

Schedules get in the way again, so this is a repeat from 2015, featuring former Saturday Night Live star Jay Pharoah, and original podcast host Spencer Taylor!

Will is late, but you won't know it until the second segment (long story); Jon Reep and Brent Blakeney stop by to tell stories and apologize for the Irish Goodbye.

With just about everyone on the road, this is a BEST OF podcast from when we spent the entire hour with comedy legends Huggy Lowdown and Chris Paul.

From the Comedy Central series "Hood Adjacent," comedian James Davis stops by to talk NFL protests, what "hood adjacent" means, and Black Twitter.

The guys from Freestyle Funny stop in the studio and things get wild. Plus, Sammi Jo's birthday celebration, NFL update, "IT" is scary.

The interview is a repeat with Dave Attell and Paul Hooper, but everything around it is all new, baby. Hurricane preps, relief, football, vegan hypocracy.

Comedian Ryan Davis guest hosts with Sammi Jo, as they discuss fans' boundaries or lack thereof; Ryan's seemingly overnight viral success; and nude pics.

It's Sammi Jo's birthday celebration. Presented by International Podcast Day

Sammi and Brian talk about people and their general terrible-ness. John Heffron stops by to talk about corporate gigs and getting into HR trouble, and Dick Gregory, Jerry Lewis and Jay Thomas. Also, TSwift's new song is not that great.

Sammi saw Hamilton, again. Tony Hinchliffe stops in to talk wrestling, his new hour, and being a barista. The week's events in Virginia.

North Carolina's Funniest Person winner J. Bliss returns to the podcast; how he won the title- the truth; NFL pre-season; All-In on the Eagles;

The cutest guest ever drops in. Also John Henton (Living Single) and his start in comedy; NFL preseason football, Mooch's early exit.

The band gets together for an all-host extravaganza- movies you must see, health care voting surprise; NFL camps open, porn on your cell phone?

From The Punchline in Atlanta, Georgia- Brian sits down with comedians Robert Hawkins and Todd Riley to talk about kind of a strange show that just took place at The Punchline.

Comedian Todd Riley fills in with Sammi Jo on assignment, and we learn something about his athletic career; fitness pro CJ Hushmoney stops in to talk about what you can do to stay fit, even if you're a road comic with low self esteem.

Breaking Sammi Jo news; comedian Ryan Hamilton stops in to talk about his path, late night television and his face, Will has another bird incident; Billboard Top 5 songs.

No guest this week through no fault of our own; first date nightmares; work etiquette; our list of interviews that went not-so-great. Presented by BarkBox. Make your best friend and your favorite podcast happy by subscribing at getbarkbox.com/comedyzone

Breaking news about Super Troopers 2 this week, plus Sammi has bad service; Will gets heckled on the job. Presented by BarkBox- make your dog happy and help support your favorite podcast by subscribing at getbarkbox.com/comedyzone

Revisiting conversations with some of our favorite dads for Father's Day! Josh Blue, Al Madrigal and Randy and Jason Sklar!

Carly Aquilino helps Brian deal with his "Friend Zone" memories. Will speaks at a grade school graduation; also serious talk about Kathy Griffin and Bill Maher and their apologies.

Josh Wolf returns for his second, and then third visit. Also, baby = no sleep; munchies; socks; sex in the woods; food; food; more food; pizza.

Comedian Carlos Mencia joins us again for a frank talk about comedy, his early days, and if a comic should ever apologize.

A last-minute schedule change leaves Producer Brian alone to interview a grown man in a dragon suit. Piff the Magic Dragon joins the show for the second time, plus upcoming dates at The Comedy Zone.

Will returns with a baby update, and no sleep. Sammi makes her comedy emcee debut!

Cleveland comic Ramon Rivas stops by to talk about the Cleveland comedy scene, and producing comedy shows and events; Sammi Jo hosting her first comedy show; Letting down Bob Saget.

BabyWatch 2017 update; Charlotte comedian Jason King sit in; Sammi Jo has a SidePod; tall people falling is hilarious.

Dov Davidoff joins us in studio and things get deep. Also, getting famous for no reason, BabyWatch 2017 and separating the person from the art. Presented by BarkBox- make your best friend happy and help out your favorite podcast (this one) by subscribing at getbarkbox.com/comedyzone

With SJ out, Huggy Lowdown fills in, Chris Paul drops by; fatherly advice for Will; Trump; United Airlines PR trouble; Washington DC; NBA Presented by BarkBox- make your best friend happy and support your favorite podcast by subscribing at getbarkbox.com/comedyzone

In this episode we get a little carried away- Paul Hooper cements his position as our favorite guest with his FOURTH appearance; heckler stories, working the road, the truth about the standup business. Presented by BarkBox! Make your best friend happy, and help out your favorite podcast by subscribing at getbarkbox.com/comedyzone

Rod Man and Marc Henderson drop in; Sick pet update; Social Media revenge. This podcast is presented by BarkBox- make your dog happy, and help out your favorite podcast at getbarkbox.com/comedyzone

With all kinds of crap getting in the way this week, we let Will choose his favorite interview for his birthday. He chose the time he and Dov Davidoff (Crashing on HBO) took a road trip together. This podcast is presented by Bark Box. getbarkbox.com/comedyzone

Gilbert Gottfried stops in. Tells stories, laughs out loud. What more do you need? Also, who NOT to be at the bar. Presented by Barkbox. GetBarkBox.com/ComedyZone

A show about missed connections, Will Jacobs headlines at The Comedy Zone next week; Sammi Jo's big announcement. Presented by BarkBox. Make your best friend and your favorite podcast happy by subscribing at getbarkbox.com/comedyzone

Steve-O stops by for a revealing conversation about his life, his stunts, and his family. Will's moving adventure and what he would do to save his cat's life. The Oscar's mistake. Presented by Bark Box! Get your subscription and help out the show at getbarkbox.com/comedyzone

Comedian Steve Rannazzisi stops in moments before hitting the stage at Charlotte's Comedy Zone to talk about his process as a storyteller, recovering from his 9/11 controversy and what's next for him. Presented by BarkBox- the monthly package that makes your dog, and you, happy. And us. Subscribe at GetBarkBox.com/ComedyZone

Sid Davis returns to the studio; cruise ships and comedy; baseball; good gigs and bad gigs; stories from the road. This week's show is presented by BarkBox, you can get your dogs a monthly box of goodies and help out the show by subscribing at getbarkbox.com/comedyzone

With this week's comic delayed by snow, the talk moves to awkward dance stories, bruised behinds and strange injuries. This week's Comedy Zone Podcast is presented by Bark Box. Get one free month and help out the podcast at getbarkbox.com/comedyzone

Something for everyone in this week's podcast- Legendary comedian Don "DC" Curry stops in; and Will catches up with WWE Hall of Famer Jake "The Snake" Roberts.

Big Jay Oakerson and Dave Smith join in on the fun; porn; fun with food poisoning; holding a grudge; Jin-Ja tasting.

Kevin Hart's Plastic Cup Boys (Na'im Lynn, Will "Spank" Horton) stop by to talk about their start with Kevin Hart, their next projects, and football. Also, High school horror stories.

Finesse Mitchell stops by to talk relationships and tells a great Lorne Michaels story; awkward hug moments.

Merry Christmas from all of us at the Comedy Zone Podcast; BEST OF guests include Josh Wolf; Jessimae Peluso; Deon Cole.

FLASHBACK Joe Machi and Lachlan Patterson in-studio from 2015. Joe Machi was supposed to be our guest for a new podcast but he's sick and we need him to get better for his shows in Charlotte.

Josh Blue stops in; Sammi has another bar incident; wait staff overusing terms of endearment.

Writer/comedian Josh Gondelman stops in for a special visit with Producer Brian, they discuss becoming a writer for a show, standup, pep talks and the Seinfeld Today Twitter account.

The gang is back together for the first time in awhile, Jamie Kennedy drops in and Will and Jamie bond; A big announcement from Sammi Jo, a BIGGER announcement from Will.

Will is back! Sammi is not! Al Madrigal stops by to talk comedy, The Daily Show, and growing older, plus Will's Bahamas Adventure.

Segments from a much simpler time. Scheduling and illness get in the way this week so we revisit some "classic" segments. Also, Greg Behrendt. Every bit as funny. Just older.

Bar horror stories; comedy legend Paul Rodriguez, Vote.

Will and Sammi Jo are off. Brian flies solo with guest Mike Lawrence talking Roast Battle strategy. This may be the most non-NSFW edition of this podcast ever recorded. Fun for the whole family!

Due to injuries, scheduling conflicts and the impending Trump presidency, this is a "Best Of" edition of the Comedy Zone Podcast, featuring guests Craig Robinson, Gary Owen and Bollywood actor and comedian Vir Das. Back with "normal" shows next week.

We cover some really important topics, and a few not-so-important. Campaign 2016.

Comedian Brent Blakeney stops by; The Comedy Zone Podcast BBQ happened; we invent your next tattoo; the next big supergroup.

Legendary comedian Bobby Collins stops in. NFL and fantasy talk. Charlotte, one week later.

Maybe our most important podcast ever. This podcast was recorded on Thursday, Sept 22, after the second night of protests in Charlotte, NC following the police shooting of a black man. This week, frank talk about fixing tough issues beyond protests. Also, Rodney Perry stops in, and NFL talk.

Will calls in from WV. Craig Shoemaker and Will on the road together Part 2.

Will on the road; Guest Host Todd Riley helps out. Where do birds go? Someone is stealing bar mats. GUEST: Craig Shoemaker, with Will Jacobs On The Road.

For Labor Day Weekend, we revisit our interviews with some of the hardest-working comics in the business- Dave Attell; Paul Hooper; James Adomian and Anthony Atamanuik; Carlos Mencia

Theo Von stops in with a Hooker story for the ages. NSFW. Vegas stories.

Rio 2016. Lochte-Mess. Comedian Gary Owen drops in to talk comedy, audiences, and how his step-father's abuse motivates him. Also, NFL is close! Fantasy Football is closer.

Sammi Jo returns from Mexico; James Davis drops in and talks chaps, fatigue, the OTHER James Davis, and Barack Obama; Brian's car smells.

Finding comedy in things that aren't necessarily funny. WWE Hall of Famer Mick Foley and WIll drive to Greenville.

Comedian Drew Lynch in studio, Sammi Jo is taking another trip next week, Will has friends who had a scary Eiffel Tower incident.

Dominique returns to the show; Sammi Jo's cruise experience has a rocky start; Will's 5 minutes.

Maybe the biggest star we've ever had on the podcast- Vir Das stops in and talks about American audiences vs. Indian audiences and comedy; and Binge Eating Disorder.

The week's events. Comedian Julian McCullough stops in for an awkward visit. It's never too soon to talk Fantasy Football. Interested in joining a listener Fantasy League? Hit us up on Twitter @TheCZPodcast

The team tries Brian's meat. Musical intervention part 2. Deon Cole stops by and talks comedy, writing, Conan, and the tough love he got from another comedian that changed the course of his career.

Comedian Andrew Santino drops in and talks Trump vs Clinton vs Sanders; journalism and comedy. Brian is tardy; Sammi Jo plays face swap; Sammi Jo stages a musical intervention.

Orlando. Comedian Corey Holcomb stops in to talk acting, voice work, Howard Stern and baby mommas; Sammi deals with a spoiled kid.

Comedian Jo Koy talks First Class vs. Coach, and travel; Sammi Jo has a house guest; Advice You Should Not Follow.

Will with an "On The Road" interview with Mary Lynn Rajskub (24, Those Who Can't, Brooklyn Nine-Nine), Brian takes a lot of crap this week and somehow resists losing it. The guys help Sammi Jo plan her wedding, WIll's fan issue is resolved.

The studio has a rain problem. Will has a problem with a fan that escalates quickly. Craig Robinson (The Office, Hot Tub Time Machine) stops in and makes new friends.

This one is BIG! The Trump VS Sanders guys- Tony Atamanuik and James Adomian visit; plus Jessimae Peluso and Sammi Jo strike up a lifelong friendship over a prolapse.

Dave Attell and Paul Hooper stop in. Will is in Florida. Sammi Jo has a wedding.

Will saw Beyonce. It did not change his life. We play the Stripper Name Game. Greg Behrendt stops in, talks about the time he quit comedy, and his stripper name is amazing.

Sammi sleeps in. Will is back. We play "Is This Racist?" Jamie Lissow (Real Rob on Netflix) drops in. He lives in Alaska.

RIP Prince. RIP. Guest DeRay Davis talks about making it rain Harriet Tubmans and his new show. Lighten Up. #NeverReadTheComments

The Sklar Brothers drop in. Will's back from the road. Road stories. Kanye. Trump. New York's governor steps in it. Also, welcoming new partner VyzionRadio.com.

Guests Jodi White and April Macie; Mary Lynn Rajskub is NOT on this podcast, in spite of what you might hear; bad first jobs; April Macie deals with a heckler.

Comedians Michael Yo and Nick Guerra in-studio talking race, superheroes and music. "Lighten Up," and Will's personal trainer is trying to kill him.

Aries Spears drops in; Sammi Joe's bachelorette recap; Will has a revolutionary political plan; Garry Shandling and Phife Dawg.

Sammi Jo has a terrible weekend ahead. Will is back! Josh Wolf joins the group and talks about Woody Allen and food.

Will on the road again, Sammi Jo dances and yells at children. Musical Theater; guest Brian Posehn and his work on Deadpool and how his comedy world has changed, and the kid who had his Twitter account.

Will's on the road, Sammi Jo talks with the legendary J. Anthony Brown about his career, and drive vs. talent; Part two with Barry Crimmins.

Will is back! Sammi Jo is not social in social situations. Guest Rory Scovel talks growing up in Greenville, SC; NY comedy vs. LA comedy; and "Those Who Can't" on TruTV. ALSO- PART ONE of our interview with comedy legend Barry Crimmins, who talks about... everything. This one goes long.

Start Julie-Fest 2016 on the right foot with an appearance from Julie Scoggins! Plus, WIll on the road, and Sammi Jo breaks down the Grammys.

Super Bowl chat! Let's save America by building new Waffle Houses, and comedian Carlos Mencia talks about life, comedy and his controversial past.

Pets, Piff and football. Whatmore do you need? Piff the Magic Dragon joins in the fun, and Sammi Jo Francis calls in from Super Bowl 50, and we make our predictions!

Paul Hooper returns, and we introduce our new co-host! Plus, Carolina Panthers in the Super Bowl; crooked feet as a deal breaker.

We're talking Improv! WIth two members from Charlotte Comedy Theater, Drea Leonetti and Brian Briscoe! There are stories, and improv games and current events! This one goes long!

Spencer's last show (boo.) Guests "The Queen of Comedy" Adele Givens and T.C. Cole.

Welcome to 2016. Spencer had a good Christmas. Will, not so much. Spencer's announcement. Also, WWE Legend Mick Foley talks about his career in the ring and out, and the Hell in a Cell match. Plus, Chris Porter on flying high, LA, and football fans.

We revisit Best Of 2015 interviews and hilarity with comedians Bill Bellamy, Ali Siddiq, Heather McDonald, Josh Blue and Chris Charpentier.

In Part 1 of The Comedy Zone Podcast Best of 2015, we revisit interviews with Bob Saget, Rachel Feinstein, and Joe Machi and Lachlan Patterson.

Big show, with Maronzio Vance talking about his start in comedy, plus super hero movies and getting called to the Tonight Show at the last minute. Plus, Keith Alberstadt talks about making the transition from Nashville to New York, writing for SNL, and his new CD "Walk It Off."

With no guests this week, the gang is free to talk about strange topics, get a little deep, and solve the world's problems.

Will and Brian are joined by Fortune Feimster, and then legendary comedian James Gregory!

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at The Comedy Zone Podcast. This week, host Will Jacobs worked with comedian Dov Davidoff awhile back and dropped him off to catch his train on the way out of town. In the car on the way, this conversation took place. Great stuff.

Australian comedian Monty Franklin joins in as the whole band comes back together for the first time in three weeks. They talk about Australia, the fact that Outback Steakhouse isn't a real thing, Atlantic City and Guns and Roses vs. Metallica.

With Will and Spencer both on the road, CoCo Fresh steps in to help out. Comedian Aaron Kleiber comes by and tells his fascinating story of his journey from a rough start to acting and comedy; Jim Norton pays a visit, talking social media, current events and his people. Note to the affiliates; this one runs long, but it's worth every second.

LA comedian Kelsey Cook (Laughs on Fox, Cook'd podcast) joins the show, which is good, because Will is out this week. She and Spencer bond over Harry Potter and cats.

Donnell Rawlings stops in to talk about his career, The Chapelle Show, Ashy Larry, The Wire, and gets serious about changing your circle and taking advantage of the opportunities you are given. Also, Halloween talk and other things that can't be mentioned here. NSFW.

Where to begin? Will's been listening to too much Howard Stern, Spencer is tardy; Jon Reep takes over with Brent Blakeney; Spencer is hungry. NSFW.

Comedian Julie Scoggins joins the crew talking about crappy places they've stayed on the road, marketing yourself in creative ways, and Will gets romantic.

Magician/Comedian Justin Willman stops in, with comedian Daniel Kinno; A spirited game of "Would You Rather" takes place.

This one runs a little long. Michael Ian Black pops in and helps settle a debate; Will learns what a "bindle" is; Halloween costumes; Sid Davis talks comedy.

Guests Bill Bellamy and Ali Siddiq join Will and Spencer. Before and after that, the talk ranges from movies, to monkeys. Something for everyone this week.

Will returns from Cleveland, then promptly leaves. Heather McDonald drops in. Producer Brian is trendy. Spencer got yelled at in a restroom.

With Will on the road, Spencer and Producer Brian hold down the fort. We learn about the live shows ahed for NBC's hit show Undateable from star Brent Morin, and about being tall and playing tennis with Florida comedian Jeff Zenisek.

Horror movies, casinos, what makes you angry? Plus Last Comic Standing semi-finalist Kevin Bozeman talks LCS, football and bad karaoke.

HUGE SHOW! Spencer checks in from the field; guests Lachlan Patterson and Joe Machi compare notes; John Heffron and Paul Hooper discuss their needs on the road and the One Who Said No. Deets on how to get the Comedy Zone Podcast t-shirt.

Will and Spencer talk about talking during movies; Guest J Bliss joins them and discusses "wudder" and "jawn." Also, J's 10 Minute Rule that just might save your marriage. Also, listener questions, like- how long can two exes remain friends? And who has time to text someone 200 times a day?

Will and Spencer are joined by Huggy Lowdown and Chris Paul from The Tom Joyner Radio Show, and a new segment- Cal's Corner!

From Saturday Night Live, Jay Pharoah joins the podcast, we ask who is the better impressionist, Pharoah or Caliendo? It gets a little intense.

With Spencer under the weather, Will and Producer Brian discuss the age difference between them and their wives, working in a corporate environment and music. Guest Steve Byrne joins the show and talks about Southern food and working on a new stand up special, late night TV and a sitcom.

Charlotte comic Julie Scoggins joins the podcast from Tulsa, OK to talk about her time on Last Comic Standing; legendary comedian Don "DC" Curry drops in to talk about his upbringing on a farm, and his influences. Also, we have a new catch phrase.

Will likes to drink, Spencer not so much; Will's playing hurt; bed-wetting stories. Guest: Gary Valentine from the Paul Blart movies, and The King of Queens tells us why he quit KofQ. Three times. And he can woo woo woo.

Will returns from his cruise; Spencer has strange things in her bag; Guest Dominique talks about her start, her big break, and working on Black Jesus and Def Comedy Jam.

Spencer Taylor and guest host JD Colwell welcome comedian DS Sanders to the podcast. DS talks about his career, his relationship with Crown Royal and cheap booze, and honing his act. Spencer and JD tackle some relationship questions, and talk about Amsterdam and travel, and there's some detailed conversation about dog poo.

Spencer is back! Will's going on a cruise and wears fake glasses; WIth guests Josh Blue and Chris Charpentier.

Will Jacobs and guest host J.D. Colwell are joined by comedian Rachel Feinstein; Rachel works with Shaq and Lebron, comics deal with hecklers, finding the funny in bad situations, and everyone except Will eats fried cheese sticks.

Host Will Jacobs and guest host Johnny Millwater talk with comedian Sarah Colonna; a Will Jacobs Fitness Update and friendly wager backfire; Johnny attends a graduation for a five year-old; Is PC killing comedy; Washington State NAACP leader is pretending to be black.

This week, with Spencer on assignment, WIll gives us a boot camp update, we miss David Letterman, a Fight Night recap, and we're joined in-studio by comedian Bobby Lee.

On the first Comedy Zone Podcast, hosts Will Jacobs and Spencer Taylor are joined by guest Bob Saget. Plus, Spencer is moving, Will is on a ridiculous cleanse, and we give relationship advice that should not be followed. NSFW.