Billy and Willie's Workshop

Bill Blank & Willie Farrell
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Bill Blank and Willie Farrell are comedians who have toured and done shows across the country. Subscribe and listen as the guys workshop their comedy bits and get a behind the scenes look on how comedians try material and work through their routines. No topic is off limits as they discuss whatever is the hot topic of the week. Every week an episode drops. Produced by 3 Beards Media.

  1. 2D AGO

    Billy & Willies Workshop: 3.14 Iowa's Tournament Heartbreak, Shatner Stories, Cross-Dressing Drama & Kit Kat Heists

    Billy and Willie are back on the road, cracking open a Revelton and diving headfirst into the chaos. The Iowa Hawkeyes put up a hell of a fight but ultimately fall to a stacked Illinois squad in the NCAA Tournament — the guys break down the game, bracket regrets, coaching drama, and what it means for next season with NIL money and the transfer portal. From there, things get weird fast: Willie shares wild stories from his time on William Shatner's "Invasion Iowa" (yes, the 2005 reality show that still haunts him), a surprise resurgence of interest in the project, and why it's so hard to find streaming. Then it's on to the absurd — a 12-ton Kit Kat truck heist in Europe, Kristi Noem's husband allegedly living a secret cross-dressing bimbofication fetish life, a furious Texas judge vs. IT guy meltdown, and a lying defendant trying to Zoom court from the driver's seat. Add in baseball ejection classics (Earl Weaver, Lou Piniella, Tommy Lasorda), bracket busts, and the usual unfiltered banter, and you've got another no-holds-barred episode. Buckle up — kids out of the room, sponsors not responsible for the chaos. Sponsors: Revelton Distilling, Jenny Farrell REMAX Concepts, Iowa Beef Steakhouse, Styled by JJ Boutique, Kyle Lehman at Wintrust Mortgage Creasman Foods, live from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios.

    1h 38m

  2. MAR 25

    Billy & Willie's Workshop: EP 3.13 Iowa Sweet 16 Chaos, Afroman’s Lemon Pound Cake Court Win, Quad Amputee Cornhole Murder, & Wild Tangents

    Billy and Willie are back in the studio for another no-holds-barred episode! The guys break down Iowa's thrilling Sweet 16 run (that Fulgeris punch/foul drama, the Nebraska matchup, and why refs are the real villains), roast the girls’ game officials, and debate whether Jefferson should play. Then it gets completely unhinged: Afroman turns a police raid into the viral “Lemon Pound Cake” empire, wins his defamation lawsuit against the cops, and we play the full hilarious music video. Plus, the insane story of a quadruple-amputee professional cornhole player charged with murder—complete with video of him throwing bags and (somehow) shooting a gun. Expect plenty of Vegas gambling regrets, Green Door sex club talk, old-school comedy road stories, knick-knack nostalgia from Willie’s in-laws, a ridiculous “singer/baseball player/porn star” name game, and the usual filthy, funny Midwest banter you only get on this show. LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios.Sponsored by: Jenny Farrell – RE/MAX ConceptsRevelton Distilling CompanyIowa Beef SteakhouseKyle Lehman at Wintrust MortgageCreasman FoodsGrab a Revelton pour, buckle up, and enjoy the chaos. New episodes drop weekly—subscribe and never miss the Workshop!

    1h 29m

  3. MAR 18

    Billy & Willie's Workshop EP 3.12 China Hutch Confidential, Wrestling Buddy Confessions, AI March Madness Heroes

    Join Iowa comedians Bill Blank and Chris "Max Hedrum" Shipley (filling in for Willie in Vegas and Ross due to a last-minute family emergency) for a wild, unfiltered episode of Billy & Willie's Workshop! The guys dive into absurd tangents: the useless glory of China hutches (complete with dusty figurines, built-ins, and why they're the most wasteful purchase ever), childhood confessions involving Ultimate Warrior wrestling buddies and glow-in-the-dark mishaps, hilarious Saturday Night Live open mic stories, outdated sitcoms like Three's Company and Diff'rent Strokes that couldn't air today, and AI-generated March Madness legends (glue guys, mysterious Vegas sharp 31-year-olds, professor point guards, and mortgage-holding floor-burn heroes). Tech glitches, frozen screens, and production chaos can't stop the laughs in this raw hangout. Wishing Ross and his family the best—hope he jumps on next time! Pour a glass of crisp Revelton vodka, bold rye, smooth bourbon, or the original honey whiskey that started it all—straight from the heart of Iowa—and settle in for non-stop comedy. Sponsored by: Revelton Distilling Company – Craft spirits born and raised in IowaJenny Farrell at REMAX Concepts – Your trusted real estate expertStyled by JJ Boutique – Fashion that turns headsIowa Beef Steakhouse – Premium Iowa beef done rightKyle Lehman at Wintrust Mortgage – Home loans with heartLIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios – Merch, promo items & personal service from Johnston's employee-owned team (email andrew@akcmarketing.com)New episodes drop weekly—subscribe now for more unscripted comedian banter, road stories, and Iowa flavor from 3 Beards Media. #ComedyPodcast #IowaComedy #StandUp #ChinaHutch #MarchMadness #ReveltonSpirits #BillyAndWillie

    1h 20m

  4. MAR 15

    Billy & Willie's Workshop EP 3.11 LIVE @ Revelton Distilling: Luigi the Butler, Half Chub Nursing Home, Ultimate Warrior Confessions & Funeral Casket Drama

    Join comedians Bill Blank and Willie Farrell for a hilarious LIVE episode of Billy & Willie's Workshop recorded at the stunning Revelton Distilling tasting room in Osceola, Iowa! Pour a glass of their award-winning Iowa-crafted Honey Whiskey, Rye, Bourbon or Vodka and settle in for non-stop laughs. This After Dark special is packed with classic bits and wild stories: The legendary Luigi the Butler origin — won in a drunken Vegas craps binge!Little Luigi surprise gift and wrestling buddy childhood confessionsHalf Chub nursing home antics and why Willie’s still popular thereUltimate Warrior couch experiments and shocking revelationsBilly’s plan to throw himself on the casket at Willie’s funeralAI-generated movie posters for China Hutch Confidential, Half Chub, Ultimate Warrior drama & Putting the Fun in FuneralDegenerate gambling tales from Lakeside Casino daysWorst corporate gig disasters (drunk secretary affair bombshell + Esther’s memorial slide fail)Plus shoutouts to sponsors Revelton Distilling, AKC Marketing, upcoming Animal Lifeline comedy benefit (May 1st at Westside Event Center), and plenty of unfiltered bar-stool comedy advice. If you love raw, unscripted comedian hangouts, wild Iowa stories, ridiculous callbacks and questionable life choices — this is your episode. Grab a Revelton cocktail and hit play! Sponsored by Revelton Distilling Iowa Beef Steakhouse, Styled by JJ Boutique, We Will Pizza, Kyle Lehman at Wintrust MortgageSubscribe for more Billy & Willie's Workshop comedy goodness from 3 Beards Media. New episodes drop regularly! #ComedyPodcast #IowaComedy #StandUpStories #ReveltonDistilling #LivePodcast

    1h 24m

  5. MAR 11

    BIlly & Willie's Workshop: EP 3.10 Ask Billy & Willie: The Call-In Advice Show (Bad Decisions, Good Stories & Brutal Honesty)

    This week inside Billy & Willie’s Workshop, the conversation starts with a milestone — Willie turning 70 years old — and the guys immediately dive into the realities of aging, perspective, and the unofficial strategy of finding people your age who look worse so you can feel better about yourself. From there the conversation quickly goes off the rails. Billy brings up the mystery of the China Hutch debate — why every family seems to have one, why nobody actually uses it, and the strange emotional attachment people have to furniture that mostly just holds plates no one is allowed to touch. Then things take a turn when Bill receives a video that immediately sparks reactions in the workshop. The guys break down the situation, debate what they would do if they were in the same position, and deliver their signature mix of brutally honest and hilariously questionable advice. The show also features the debut of “Ask Billy & Willie”, where listeners call in looking for real-life advice. The guys tackle several wild Reddit relationship and life questions, reacting to awkward scenarios, strange relationship dilemmas, and some absolutely insane situations people claim are real. As always, the conversation drifts between storytelling, life perspective, and the kind of bar-stool commentary that makes Billy & Willie’s Workshop feel like hanging out with two guys who have decades of stories and aren’t afraid to tell them. Expect laughs, questionable advice, and a few moments where you’ll wonder how this show hasn’t been canceled yet. Grab a drink and pull up a chair — the workshop is open. Sponsored by:We Will PizzaRevelton Distilling CompanyIowa Beef SteakhouseStyled by JJ BoutiqueKyle Lehman at Wintrust Mortgage Recorded LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios

    1h 50m

  6. MAR 4

    Billy & Willie's Workshop: EP 3.9 Road Trip to Louisiana, Missouri, Feral Cats, Bar Stories & Stand-Up Road Life

    In this episode of Billy & Willie’s Workshop, the guys break down their latest comedy road trip to Louisiana, Missouri, where a corporate show turns into a weekend full of strange hotels, feral cats, packed dive bars, and the kind of unpredictable stories that only happen when comedians travel. Billy and Willie dive into what it’s like performing in smaller Midwest towns, the unique characters you meet along the way, and the behind-the-scenes chaos that audiences never see. From questionable hotel situations and bar food surprises to discussions about opening a comedy club in Hannibal and the realities of life as traveling comics, this episode is packed with unfiltered humor and classic storytelling. Expect plenty of laughs, off-the-rails conversations, and the kind of real comedy road stories that make stand-up life both ridiculous and unforgettable. If you love comedy podcasts, stand-up comedy stories, comedian road trip tales, and uncensored Midwest humor, this episode of Billy & Willie’s Workshop delivers. Sponsors:Creasman FoodsRevelton Distilling CompanyKyle Lehman at Wintrust MortgageIowa Beef Steakhouse LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios

    1h 18m

  7. FEB 25

    Billy & Willie Workshop: EP 3.8 Willie has a tiny head

    Willie has lost so much weight that Billy and Chris are pretty sure he is auditioning for the small head guy character in Beetlejuice. Billy talks about his fun over the weekend with wheel chair basketball and Chris reads a "having relations with dead deer" reddit story. You know, a typical Tuesday evening. Sponsored by Revelton Distilling Company, Kyle Lehman at Wintrust Mortgage, Naked Dave Seasoning, Iowa Beef Steakhouse, We Will Pizza, Styled by JJ Boutique and LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios.

    1h 32m

  8. FEB 18

    Billy & Willie’s Workshop: Ep 3.7 Carver Chaos, Media Stories, Big Ten Rants & Classic Midwest Tangents

    Nothing is off limits in this episode of Billy & Willie’s Workshop. The guys unload on Big Ten basketball frustrations, Iowa hoops reality checks, and the energy inside Carver-Hawkeye Arena — all while mixing in wild media stories, fan culture takes, and classic Midwest chaos. From Purdue and Nebraska talk to rec league nostalgia, SoundOff moments, and unapologetic Workshop banter, this one feels less like a podcast and more like post-game therapy at the bar. Expect bold opinions, laughs, a little roasting, and the kind of raw Iowa sports conversation you won’t hear anywhere else. If you want polished takes, this isn’t it. If you want real talk, real fans, and real Midwest energy — welcome to the Workshop. Sponsored by Revelton Distilling, Styled by JJ Boutique, Kyle Lehman at Wintrust Mortgage, Iowa Beef Steakhouse, Naked Dave's Seasoning, We Will Pizza by Creasman Foods and LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios.

    1h 16m
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About

Bill Blank and Willie Farrell are comedians who have toured and done shows across the country. Subscribe and listen as the guys workshop their comedy bits and get a behind the scenes look on how comedians try material and work through their routines. No topic is off limits as they discuss whatever is the hot topic of the week. Every week an episode drops. Produced by 3 Beards Media.

Information

  • Creator
    Bill Blank & Willie Farrell
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    105
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Bill Blank & Willie Farrell
  • Show Website
    Billy and Willie's Workshop

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