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Sara Weinshenk
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Comedian Sara Weinshenk interviews comedians, musicians & artists living in LA. Topics include fashion, cannabis & comedy.

  1. 3d ago

    Maddi Mays on Love Island Lies, Dating Apps & Relationship Icks | SHENK

    Comedians Sara Weinshenk and Maddi Mays are back together for one of the funniest SHENK episodes yet. From embarrassing high school singing telegrams and disastrous Raya dates to Love Island drama, relationship "icks," bad exes, dirty bathrooms, Comic-Con obsessions, and the absolute chaos of modern dating, nothing is off limits. The conversation also dives into bisexual dating, dating apps, religion in relationships, comedy, dating horror stories, and the tiny things that instantly ruin attraction. If you've ever had the ick, survived a terrible first date, or wondered why dating keeps getting weirder, this episode is for you. Subscribe for new episodes of SHENK every week featuring comedians, comics, and hilarious conversations from inside the Los Angeles comedy scene. Follow Maddi Mays: https://www.instagram.com/maddimays #SHENK #SaraWeinshenk #MaddiMays #ComedyPodcast #Dating #StandUpComedy 🎙️ Subscribe for new episodes of SHENK every week. 👉 SUPPORT SARAH ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/saraweinshenk (Get bonus content and join the weekly live streams every Thursday at Noon PST!) 📱 FOLLOW SARA https://www.instagram.com/princessshenk/ New episodes of SHENK drop every Wednesday. Don't forget to Like, Comment, Rate, Review, and Subscribe! ⏱️ Video Chapters 00:00 Intro & Maddi's high school singing telegram 02:30 Bob Dylan, celebrity crushes & weird musicians 04:15 Love Island, bisexual dating & relationship lies 06:32 Sara's upcoming shows 07:12 Raya dating app disasters 10:40 Dating religious people & Ramadan stories 13:40 Dating "icks" and terrible exes 17:20 NFTs, Spider-Man obsession & nerd boyfriends 20:20 Dirty bathrooms, hygiene & relationship dealbreakers 22:30 Botox, interracial dating & dating preferences 24:35 Dating women and unexpected relationship icks 29:20 How Sara got started in comedy Edited By Lee Nason https://www.instagram.com/_leenason/ Studio @thecomedystore https://www.instagram.com/thecomedystore https://www.thecomedystore.com

  2. Jul 15

    Love Island, Camping Disasters & Kardashian Conspiracies w/ Sophie Buddle | SHENK

    Comedian Sara Weinshenk is joined by returning guest Sophie Buddle for an episode that goes everywhere. They talk about airport disasters, throwing up in Ubers, caffeine addictions, Advil Cold & Sinus, ADHD, Adderall, ChatGPT becoming everyone's therapist, Meta smart glasses, Love Island, camping with kids, Kardashians, gluten-free life, and why comedians always have the weirdest stories. If you like comedy podcasts with unfiltered conversations, stand-up comedians, pop culture, internet trends, and ridiculous personal stories, this episode is for you. Follow Sophie - https://www.instagram.com/sophbuds 🎙️ Subscribe for new episodes of SHENK every week. 👉 SUPPORT SARAH ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/saraweinshenk (Get bonus content and join the weekly live streams every Thursday at Noon PST!) 📱 FOLLOW SARA https://www.instagram.com/princessshenk/ New episodes of SHENK drop every Wednesday. Don't forget to Like, Comment, Rate, Review, and Subscribe! ⏱️ Video Chapters 00:00 Sophie Buddle Returns 00:01 Sara Throws Up in an Uber Before Her Flight 02:20 Advil Cold & Sinus, Decongestants & Weird Drug Laws 05:27 Sara's Upcoming Shows 05:45 Coffee, Caffeine & Headache Culture 08:45 ADHD, Adderall & Prescription Stories 12:00 Coffee, Gluten-Free Life & Food Opinions 15:20 Period Symptoms & ChatGPT Medical Questions 16:45 Is ChatGPT Replacing Google? 19:15 Meta Glasses & AI Privacy 21:30 Kardashians, Love Island & Pop Culture 28:40 Camping Horror Stories & Entering the Wrong Tent 32:00 More Camping, Relationships & Wrapping Up Edited By Lee Nason https://www.instagram.com/_leenason/ Studio @thecomedystore https://www.instagram.com/thecomedystore https://www.thecomedystore.com #ComedyPodcast #SaraWeinshenk #SophieBuddle #StandUpComedy #ChatGPT #LoveIsland #Kardashians #MetaGlasses #Comedy

  3. Jul 8

    Leyla Ingalls Gets Naked For Her Family | SHENK

    Comedian Leyla Ingalls joins Sara Weinshenk for one of the wildest episodes of SHENK yet. They dive into Leyla's lifelong obsession with pioneers, being related to Laura Ingalls Wilder, performing stand-up at a nudist colony, Renaissance Faire characters, bombing in unusual outfits, Alaska, comedy audiences, and what it's really like coming up as a young comedian after appearing on Kill Tony. If you enjoy long-form comedy podcasts, behind-the-scenes stories from stand-up comics, weird internet rabbit holes, and unfiltered conversations, you're in the right place. Follow Leyla Ingalls for tour dates and more stand-up. https://www.instagram.com/leylaingallz_ 🎙️ Subscribe for new episodes of SHENK every week. 👉 SUPPORT SARAH ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/saraweinshenk (Get bonus content and join the weekly live streams every Thursday at Noon PST!) 🎟️ ALASKA! SARAH IS HEADLINING: Catch Sarah live in Anchorage, Alaska on June 25th at the Wild Birch Hotel. Get your tickets now https://linktr.ee/saraweinshenk 📱 FOLLOW SARA https://www.instagram.com/princessshenk/ New episodes of SHENK drop every Wednesday. Don't forget to Like, Comment, Rate, Review, and Subscribe! ⏱️ Video Chapters 00:00 Intro & Sara's upcoming shows 01:12 Meet Kill Tony comedian Leyla Ingalls 01:40 Being related to Laura Ingalls Wilder 04:45 Pioneer obsession & pioneer-themed stand-up 10:00 Pioneer photoshoots, internet rabbit holes & erotica 17:10 Renaissance Faire comedy & character ideas 18:10 Dressing for stand-up and bombing in a beret 23:10 Sara's Alaska trip and wildlife stories 27:00 Growing up on a farm, fishing & cleaning chickens 28:40 Weed and comedy 31:08 Performing stand-up at a nudist colony End Comedy, confidence & embracing being different Edited By Lee Nason https://www.instagram.com/_leenason/ Studio @thecomedystore https://www.instagram.com/thecomedystore https://www.thecomedystore.com

  4. Jul 1

    Comedian Dustin Ybarra on Metal Detecting & Mystery Boxes | SHENK

    Comedian and actor Dustin Ybarra joins Sara Weinshenk for one of the most unpredictable episodes of SHENK yet. Dustin explains how a simple hobby turned into a full-blown metal detecting obsession, complete with beach treasure hunts, hidden engagement rings, mystery boxes from Michael's, and a detector named "Diggy Smalls." They also dive into life as working comics, acting auditions, getting passed at The Comedy Store, collecting way too much stuff, documentary recommendations, weird Hollywood stories, and why every comedian secretly thinks they'll need that random costume one day. If you like stand-up comedy podcasts, behind-the-scenes Hollywood stories, bizarre hobbies, and funny conversations between comedians, this episode is for you. Follow Dustin Ybarra https://www.instagram.com/dustin_ybarra 🎙️ Subscribe for new episodes of SHENK every week. 👉 SUPPORT SARAH ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/saraweinshenk (Get bonus content and join the weekly live streams every Thursday at Noon PST!) 📱 FOLLOW SARA https://www.instagram.com/princessshenk/ New episodes of SHENK drop every Wednesday. Don't forget to Like, Comment, Rate, Review, and Subscribe! ⏱️ Video Chapters 00:00 Intro & upcoming shows 01:11 Dustin Ybarra joins SHENK 03:00 Michael's mystery boxes become an addiction 08:49 Meeting his fiancée on Tinder 14:31 Hoarding costumes for auditions 15:53 Starting stand-up at 16 & acting career 18:08 Hollywood auditions before and after COVID 19:48 Dustin's metal detecting obsession 24:05 The metal detector proposal story 27:08 Getting passed at The Comedy Store 30:09 Documentary recommendations & true crime 47:25 Pitching Slow Horses 50:46 Dustin's tour dates & outro Edited By Lee Nason https://www.instagram.com/_leenason/ Studio @thecomedystore https://www.instagram.com/thecomedystore https://www.thecomedystore.com

  5. Jun 24

    The Red Bull Mouse Scandal, Tongue Journeys & Why Are Axolotls Suddenly Everywhere? | SHENK

    Sara Weinshenk is back for another solo episode of SHENK, joined by producer Lee for a completely unhinged conversation covering everything from exotic bird owners and sad zoos to axolotl conspiracies, aging, Red Bull addiction, viral internet clips, and the infamous "mouse in the energy drink" story. Along the way, Sara breaks down why adults shouldn't wear pigtails, debates whether aquariums are less depressing than zoos, reacts to bizarre wellness influencers, and discovers some truly disturbing random facts from the internet. If you enjoy comedy podcasts, stand-up comedy, weird internet culture, conspiracy theories, and Sara's completely chaotic stream of consciousness, this episode is for you. 🎙️ Subscribe for new episodes of SHENK every week. 👉 SUPPORT SARAH ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/saraweinshenk (Get bonus content and join the weekly live streams every Thursday at Noon PST!) 🎟️ ALASKA! SARAH IS HEADLINING: Catch Sarah live in Anchorage, Alaska on June 25th at the Wild Birch Hotel. Get your tickets now https://linktr.ee/saraweinshenk 📱 FOLLOW SARA https://www.instagram.com/princessshenk/ New episodes of SHENK drop every Wednesday. Don't forget to Like, Comment, Rate, Review, and Subscribe! ⏱️ Video Chapters 00:00 Intro, Tour Dates & Patreon 01:09 Wet Hair, Pigtails & Aging Gracefully 02:43 The Bird Lady Aunt Story 04:13 Toucans, Zoos & Animal Captivity 07:35 The Axolotl Conspiracy Begins 10:58 Getting Older & Sleeping Wrong 12:36 The Mouse in the Red Bull Story 16:19 Meet "Butter Beans" 20:19 Red Bull Addiction Confessions 24:24 Why Sara Needs a Red Bull Sponsorship 26:24 Woman Falls Into a Manhole 28:08 The Viral "Tongue Journey" Podcast Clip 31:10 Lift Your Face, Lift Your Yoni 35:04 Weird Facts From The Internet 38:34 Drowning, Oceans & Fear of Water 40:00 Strange Food Facts & Chocolate Conspiracies 45:00 More Internet Chaos & Closing Thoughts Edited By Lee Nason https://www.instagram.com/_leenason/ Studio @thecomedystore https://www.instagram.com/thecomedystore https://www.thecomedystore.com

  6. Jun 17

    Fiona Cauley Got Concussions at Dollywood?! | SHENK

    Comedian Fiona Cauley returns to the SHENK Podcast! Fiona joins Sara Weinshenk for a hilarious conversation about her Dollywood bachelorette party, getting accidentally concussed on a roller coaster, married life, growing up in the South, Disney adults, Beanie Babies, bizarre internet trends, James Franco's strange social media behavior, Michael Jackson documentaries, and some of the weirdest historical parenting ideas ever. Known for her appearances on Kill Tony, Fiona brings her unique perspective and quick wit to another chaotic episode filled with comedy, stories from the road, and plenty of questionable life choices. Follow Fiona Cauley: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fionacauley/ 🎙️ Subscribe for new episodes of SHENK every week. 👉 SUPPORT SARAH ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/saraweinshenk (Get bonus content and join the weekly live streams every Thursday at Noon PST!) 🎟️ ALASKA! SARAH IS HEADLINING: Catch Sarah live in Anchorage, Alaska on June 25th at the Wild Birch Hotel. Get your tickets now https://linktr.ee/saraweinshenk 📱 FOLLOW SARA https://www.instagram.com/princessshenk/ New episodes of SHENK drop every Wednesday. Don't forget to Like, Comment, Rate, Review, and Subscribe! ⏱️ Video Chapters 00:00 Intro & Sara's upcoming shows 01:18 Fiona Cauley returns to SHENK 02:04 Dollywood bachelorette party stories 05:22 Roller coasters, mushrooms & concussions 07:58 Nate Bargatze's theme park plans 10:25 Building FionaLand: the ultimate theme park 11:40 Disney adults, stuffed animals & childhood memories 14:00 Beanie Babies and middle school disasters 15:30 Sneaking around as teenagers 17:00 Growing up with a stepdad 18:35 Dating someone with kids vs getting married young 19:40 Fiona's engagement story 22:15 Bad restaurant experiences & terrible Valentine's dates 23:50 The woman who decorates her refrigerator 26:15 Internet weirdos & aesthetic culture 26:50 James Franco's strange online videos 29:20 Baby cages and bizarre parenting trends 30:20 Michael Jackson documentaries & controversy 34:30 Fireflies, childhood memories & Southern life 35:20 The lost art of knee paintings 37:45 Furries and modern internet culture 38:30 Wrap-up Edited By Lee Nason https://www.instagram.com/_leenason/ Studio @thecomedystore https://www.instagram.com/thecomedystore https://www.thecomedystore.com

  7. Jun 10

    The Neal Brennan Story, Foot Juice Lawsuits & Talking Dogs | SHENK SOLO

    Sara Weinshenk is back for a completely solo episode of SHENK, joined by producer Lee to break down everything currently taking over her algorithm. Sara tells the story of an awkward encounter with Neal Brennan at Netflix Is A Joke Fest, explains why she's suddenly praying directly to Jesus, and dives into some of the strangest internet stories imaginable. The duo discuss biphasic sleep, talking dogs, AI contact lenses, robot roommates, lab-grown meat, high-speed trains, dream-recording technology, China's forest sleep competition, TSA nightmares, foot-fetish entrepreneurs, conspiracy theories, and why laundry folding might be humanity's greatest challenge. If you've ever wondered what happens when Sara is left alone with her thoughts and a phone full of weird internet content, this episode is for you. #SHENK #SaraWeinshenk #ComedyPodcast #StandUpComedy 👉 SUPPORT SARAH ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/saraweinshenk (Get bonus content and join the weekly live streams every Thursday at Noon PST!) 🎟️ ALASKA! SARAH IS HEADLINING: Catch Sarah live in Anchorage, Alaska on June 25th at the Wild Birch Hotel. Get your tickets now https://linktr.ee/saraweinshenk 📱 FOLLOW SARA https://www.instagram.com/princessshenk/ New episodes of SHENK drop every Wednesday. Don't forget to Like, Comment, Rate, Review, and Subscribe! ⏱️ Video Chapters 00:00 Intro & Upcoming Shows 01:52 Why Sara Wanted a Solo Episode 02:26 The Neil Brennan Story 05:16 Cowboy Boots & Skankfest Memories 06:08 Sara's Algorithm Explained 06:44 Biphasic Sleep & Midnight Wake-Ups 08:44 Sara Returns to Praying to Jesus 12:50 The Foot Juice Lawsuit Story 17:31 Things That Could Be Normal by 2050 17:54 Talking Dogs & Animal Translation Tech 20:00 Privacy Becoming a Luxury 22:00 Contact Lenses That Replace Screens 23:57 Robot Roommates & Laundry Problems 28:21 Lab-Grown Meat Debate 31:16 High-Speed Trains vs Air Travel 31:57 TSA, Urgent Care & Power Trips 33:22 Floating Ocean Cities 34:40 Bringing Back Mammoths 35:22 Recording and Rewatching Dreams 37:56 China's Forest Sleep Competition 40:00 Sleeping With Socks On 46:00 Fast Food, Taco Bell & Random Thoughts 51:53 Final Thoughts & Tour Dates Edited By Lee Nason https://www.instagram.com/_leenason/ Studio @thecomedystore https://www.instagram.com/thecomedystore https://www.thecomedystore.com

  8. Jun 3

    Disney Cruises, Wilderness Rehab & Why We All Wanted Cornrows w/ Alex Scarlato | SHENK

    Comedian Sara Weinshenk is joined by the hilarious Alexandra Scarlato for a wide-ranging episode of SHENK. The two dive into bizarre audience behavior, movie obsessions, Disney cruises, Vegas adventures, childhood jealousy, snowboarding injuries, parenting, music festivals, and one unforgettable wilderness rehab story. From Almost Famous and Willy Wonka to Mortal Kombat, The Wizard of Oz, and the strange things people do at comedy shows, this episode goes everywhere and somehow ties it all together. Recorded during Netflix is a Joke Fest - May 8, 2026 Follow Alex: https://www.instagram.com/iamalexscar/ Subscribe for new episodes of SHENK featuring comedians, writers, creators, and friends getting weird. #SaraWeinshenk #AlexScarlato #SHENK #ComedyPodcast #LegionOfSkanks 👉 SUPPORT SARAH ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/saraweinshenk (Get bonus content and join the weekly live streams every Thursday at Noon PST!) 🎟️ ALASKA! SARAH IS HEADLINING: Catch Sarah live in Anchorage, Alaska on June 25th at the Wild Birch Hotel. Get your tickets now https://linktr.ee/saraweinshenk 📱 FOLLOW SARA https://www.instagram.com/princessshenk/ New episodes of SHENK drop every Wednesday. Don't forget to Like, Comment, Rate, Review, and Subscribe! ⏱️ Video Chapters 00:00 Intro & Sara's announcements 00:45 The "Clock It" trend at comedy shows 04:21 Alex Scarlato joins the podcast 05:31 Long-distance friendships & podcast life 06:10 Mortal Kombat confusion 08:14 How couples watch movies differently 11:05 Why Sara loves Almost Famous 12:14 Willy Wonka, favorite movies & nostalgia 13:00 Margaret Qualley, Lena Dunham & Hollywood talk 15:07 The Wizard of Oz obsession 15:39 The Sphere in Las Vegas 16:55 Alex's daughter loves spooky things 17:48 Skankfest, Vegas & sensory overload 18:43 The wilderness rehab story 23:51 Disney cruises & childhood jealousy 26:08 Learning to snowboard as an adult 28:01 The snowboarding injury 30:16 Beach Life Music Festival recap 31:41 Staying out way too late Edited By Lee Nason https://www.instagram.com/_leenason/ Studio @thecomedystore https://www.instagram.com/thecomedystore https://www.thecomedystore.com

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4.8
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Comedian Sara Weinshenk interviews comedians, musicians & artists living in LA. Topics include fashion, cannabis & comedy.

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  • Creator
    Sara Weinshenk
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    416
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2024 Shenk
  • Show Website
    Shenk

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