Yuk Yuk's Comedy Podcast YYCP with Jake Hirsch

Greatest damn Host ever, Jake Hirsch interviews Calgary comedian James Moore. They chat about starting comedy at age 43, and creating Comedy Monday Night for his own stage time, and how it has become a staple in the comedy community. Known across the country, Comedy Monday Night has provided opportunities and a place for comics to do well and develop, making it one of the best places to catch comedians from all over. Jake also asks the big question: Are we doing enough for comedy in Canada? Tune in to find out.
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Yuk Yuk's Comedy Podcast episode #86! Host Jake Hirsch interviews Just for Laugh's Zoe Rabnett. They chat about her start up as a booker, how comedy is subjective, the opportunities in Canada, the strong comedy community throughout the country and the beauty of being able to say 'yes' and the one person who keeps saying 'no' to her.
And remember, if she isn't laughing it doesn't necessarily mean she doesn't enjoy you!

Keep your eyes open for the Town Hall in Toronto!

Follow Zoe! @ZoeRabnett
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Yuk Yuk's Comedy Podcast episode #85! Host Jake Hirsch interviews duel citizen Andrew Albert. They chat about his teenage years in Quebec, his hard work ethic, and the earth's shape... like, it's something else. No judgement. Take a listen.

Yuk Yuk's Comedy Podcast episode #84! Host Jake Hirsch interviews Toronto comedian Shannon Laverty. They chat about her early years in the Saskatoon theatre scene - where she learned the beauty of comedic timing, doing comedy in South Africa, and performing for the troops.

Follow Shannon on https://www.facebook.com/Shannonlavertystandupcomic/ and buy her album, Don't Shush Me on iTunes!

You can see Shannon live at Yuk Yuk's Mississauga next month. Check out her upcoming show dates!

Host Jake Hirsch does a "Master Class" with Vancouver comedian Kathleen McGee. Kathleen shares some insight into comedy, giving her tips and advice for newer comedians.

Follow Kathleen! @ Kathleen_McGee http://twitter.com/Kathleen_McGee

YYCP intro by Lane Argue @laneargue www.LaneArgueGuitar.com

This week we replay Jake's interview with Calgary comedian Nav Ghali who is bravely battling stage 4 cancer. Nav is an amateur comedian and finalist in the 2016 Yuk & Comers Comedy Competition. Nav and Host Jake Hirsch sit down and discuss his recent success on the amateur circuit, his journey into stand-up comedy and how important family support and taking risks are.

Follow Nav @ NavGhali twitter.com/navghali

YYCP intro by Lane Argue @laneargue www.LaneArgueGuitar.com