Kill the Small Talk with Alex Caron

Command Creative Studios
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“Kill the Small Talk is a deep-dive interview podcast with actor Alex Caron featuring candid conversations with entertainers and artists — from actors and musicians to comedians and creatives. Hear their untold stories, creative journeys, and what it really takes to thrive in the rollercoaster world of the entertainment industry.”

  1. Rick Izquieta on Comedy, Hecklers, Cruise Ships, and Thick Skin

    1D AGO

    Rick Izquieta on Comedy, Hecklers, Cruise Ships, and Thick Skin

    On this episode of Kill the Small Talk, Alex Caron sits down with comedian Rick Izquieta for a wild conversation about stand-up, growing up in Eagle Rock, dysfunctional family stories, weird day jobs, hecklers, cruise ship comedy, and what it really takes to build thick skin in the comedy world. Rick talks about getting started at The Comedy Store, walking away from comedy, coming back years later, and building a career performing across Southern California and beyond. He also shares stories about odd jobs, wild crowd moments, cruise ship sets, and the brotherhood that comes with protecting fellow comics on stage. Funny, honest, and full of classic stand-up war stories, this episode gets into the real grind behind the laughs. Follow Rick Izquieta on Instagram: @rick_izquieta Follow us on Instagram: @killthesmalltalk Watch the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KilltheSmall-TalkPodcast Produced by Command Creative Studios: https://www.commandcreativestudios.com/ #KillTheSmallTalk #AlexCaron #RickIzquieta #StandUpComedy #ComedyPodcast #ComedianInterview

    1h 5m
  2. Comedy, Veganism, Hecklers, and Weird Gigs with Jeff Horste & Esther Nevarez

    APR 16

    Comedy, Veganism, Hecklers, and Weird Gigs with Jeff Horste & Esther Nevarez

    On this episode of Kill the Small Talk, Alex Caron sits down with comedians Jeff Horste and Esther Nevarez for a hilarious conversation about stand-up comedy, improv, bombing, hecklers, and the weirdest gigs they’ve ever done. Jeff Horste, a Detroit native, has appeared on Comedy Central twice, including Kevin Hart Presents: The Next Level and Hart of the City. Esther Nevarez is a comic, actress, improviser, and gong practitioner. Together, Jeff and Esther host the podcast We Are Freaking Out. In this episode, they talk about how they each got started in comedy, learning through open mics, dealing with bad shows, and why some gigs are doomed before the first joke even lands. They also get into vegan life, audience psychology, bar shows, nudist colony performances, underwear comedy shows, and the realities of trying to make comedy work in unpredictable spaces. This episode is funny, chaotic, and full of the kind of behind-the-scenes comedy stories you only hear from people who’ve really lived it. Follow Jeff Horste: @JeffHorste Follow Esther Nevarez: @esthertoi Follow us on Instagram: @killthesmalltalk Watch the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KilltheSmall-TalkPodcast Produced by Command Creative Studios: https://www.commandcreativestudios.com/ #KillTheSmallTalk #AlexCaron #JeffHorste #EstherNevarez #StandUpComedy #ComedyPodcast

    1h 13m
  3. "Re-Release" Filmmaker on Hustling, Anxiety, and Making Movies Your Way (Guest: Alejandro Montoya Marín)

    APR 8

    "Re-Release" Filmmaker on Hustling, Anxiety, and Making Movies Your Way (Guest: Alejandro Montoya Marín)

    In this "Re-Release" episode of Kill the Small Talk, Alex sits down with filmmaker Alejandro Montoya Marín — writer, director, and creator of The Unexpected. Alejandro shares his journey from growing up between Texas and Mexico, studying at Vancouver Film School, and being selected by Robert Rodriguez for Rebel Without a Crew. They dive deep into the realities of filmmaking: the pressure, the anxiety, the grind, and the joy of collaborating with creative people. Alejandro talks about his early days running a video store, the lessons he learned working every position on a film set, his love for movies, and why Mexico’s film industry is exploding. From his thoughts on producing, LA vs. New Mexico filmmaking, and industry tax incentives, to the personal stories about family, culture, sports, and creative inspiration — this is a grounded, honest, and funny conversation with one of indie film’s hardest -working directors. Watch The Unexpected, follow Alejandro’s work, and enjoy the episode! Instagram: https://www.threads.com/@alejandromontoyamarin Kill the Talk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/killthesmalltalkpodcast/?hl=en Show Produced by Command Creative Studios: https://www.commandrecordingstudios.com/ #KillTheSmallTalk #AlejandroMontoyaMarin #AlexCaronPodcast #TheUnexpectedMovie #RebelWithoutACrew #RobertRodriguez #IndieFilm #FilmmakerLife #MexicanFilmmakers #VancouverFilmSchool #NewMexicoFilm #MovieDirector #BehindTheScenes #CreativeJourney #FilmIndustryTalk #NoMoreSmallTalk

    1h 4m
  4. Rick Martinelli on Bombing, Hustling, and Doing It All.

    APR 1

    Rick Martinelli on Bombing, Hustling, and Doing It All.

    Rick Martinelli wears a lot of hats — stand-up comedian, independent hip hop artist, eBay reseller, vintage skateboard dealer, and a full-time dad. And somehow… he makes it all work. In this episode of Kill the Small Talk, Rick and Alex dive into the reality of juggling creative passions with real life responsibilities, the transition from hip hop to stand-up comedy, and the chaos of performing live — including one of the wildest show horror stories you’ll ever hear. They also break down: The difference between bombing vs. killing on stageWhy small comedy rooms hit harder than big venuesThe grind of independent touring and resellingWhat it really takes to stay creative while raising a familyThis is a raw, funny, and honest conversation about chasing multiple dreams at once — and surviving the chaos that comes with it. Follow Rick Martinelli on Instagram: @martinellicomedy Watch the full episode and subscribe for more real conversations with comedians, creatives, and people doing life their own way. Follow us on Instagram @killthesmalltalk. Watch the show on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@KilltheSmall-TalkPodcast Podcast production by Command Creative Studios https://www.commandcreativestudios.com/ #StandUpComedy #ComedyPodcast #RickMartinelli #KillTheSmallTalk #ComedianLife #PodcastClips

    1h 3m
  5. From Bellflower to Hollywood | Juan De La Rosa on Acting, Comedy & Babylon

    MAR 25

    From Bellflower to Hollywood | Juan De La Rosa on Acting, Comedy & Babylon

    In this episode of Kill the Small Talk, host Alex Caron sits down with actor and comedian Juan De La Rosa for a hilarious and honest conversation about breaking into Hollywood, stand-up comedy, and chasing creative dreams. Juan shares his journey growing up in Bellflower, California, training at the Theater of Arts, and landing roles in major productions like Babylon and Netflix’s Family Switch. From handing out flyers on Hollywood Boulevard to working alongside top-level filmmakers, Juan opens up about the realities of the entertainment industry, the grind of stand-up comedy, and why he ultimately chose to focus on acting and producing. Alex and Juan talk about: • Growing up in Bellflower and chasing an acting career • Training at Theater of Arts and wild acting school stories • Performing stand-up comedy at the legendary The Comedy Store • Producing comedy shows and the JK Show • Working on Babylon and meeting director Damien Chazelle • Acting alongside Jennifer Garner and Ed Helms • The reality of scenes getting cut in Hollywood • Why stand-up comedy isn’t always what it seems • Launching new creative projects and production work This episode is full of behind-the-scenes stories, laughs, and real talk about what it takes to build a career in entertainment. 👍 Like, Follow, and Subscribe so you never miss an episode. New episodes drop every Wednesday. Follow Juan De La Rosa on Instagram: @thejuandelarosa Follow the show: Instagram: @KillTheSmallTalkPodcast Produced & recorded by Command Creative Studios #KillTheSmallTalk#AlexCaron#JuanDeLaRosa#ActingPodcast#HollywoodStories#BabylonMovie

    54 min
  6. From Filmmaker to Stand-Up Comic | Antonio Scarpitta’s Comedy Journey

    MAR 18

    From Filmmaker to Stand-Up Comic | Antonio Scarpitta’s Comedy Journey

    In this episode of Kill the Small Talk, host Alex Caron sits down with filmmaker, editor, and comedian Antonio Scarpitta for a fascinating conversation about creativity, culture, and the unpredictable journey into stand-up comedy. Antonio shares his story of growing up in Caracas, Venezuela, with Italian roots and how his father’s passion for filmmaking and music influenced his artistic path. After moving to the United States to study computer science and working in animation and film, Antonio eventually found himself drawn into the world of stand-up comedy. What started as a documentary project about the process of becoming a comedian turned into a real comedy career. After taking an eight-week stand-up class, Antonio performed his very first set at the legendary The Comedy Store in Los Angeles. Alex and Antonio talk about: • Moving from Venezuela to the United States • Italian family traditions and creative influences • Working in film editing, motion graphics, and games • Making the documentary Eight Weeks to Six Minutes • Performing stand-up for the first time at The Comedy Store • Bombing on stage and learning from it • The creative crossover between filmmaking and comedy • Life after moving from Los Angeles to San Francisco It’s a funny, insightful, and honest conversation about following creative curiosity, taking risks, and learning how to laugh through the chaos of performing live comedy. Like, Follow, and Subscribe so you never miss an episode. New episodes drop every Wednesday. Follow the show: @KillTheSmallTalkPodcast Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KillTheSmallTalkPodcast Recorded and produced by Command Creative Studios https://commandcreativestudios.com Follow Antonio: Instagram: @AntonioTheComic Outside the Box Series: http://bit.ly/4bqsjkW #KillTheSmallTalk#AlexCaronPodcast#AntonioScarpitta#ComedyPodcast#StandUpComedy#ComedyStore#FilmmakerLife#DocumentaryFilmmaker#ComedianInterview#VenezuelaToUSA#ItalianHeritage#ComedyJourney#BehindTheLaughs#PodcastInterview#EntertainmentPodcast#UnfilteredConversations#NoMoreSmallTalk

    59 min
  7. Jonsey: On Comedy, Acting & Roommate Stories

    MAR 11

    Jonsey: On Comedy, Acting & Roommate Stories

    In this episode of Kill the Small Talk, host Alex Caron sits down with comedian, actor, and former roommate Jonesy for a hilarious and candid conversation about life in comedy and the entertainment industry. Alex and Jonesy reminisce about their time living together in Eagle Rock, navigating the LA comedy scene, and the chaos of finding roommates through the internet. The conversation quickly dives into Jonesy’s journey through stand-up comedy, acting roles on shows like Gotham and Drunk History, and what it's really like to audition for television in New York and Los Angeles. Jonesy also shares his thoughts on modern comedy trends, including crowd work, roast battles, and the importance of writing strong material. Along the way, they discuss travel, old movies, comedy clubs, podcast recommendations, and the unpredictable life of a working comedian. It’s a funny, honest, and insightful look into the grind of stand-up comedy, the realities of acting gigs, and the creative life in Los Angeles. If you enjoy conversations about comedy, filmmaking, and life in entertainment, this episode is for you. Follow Jonesy on Instagram: @funnyjones @weirdafnews Don’t forget to Like, Follow, and Subscribe! New episodes drop every Wednesday. Follow the show: @KillTheSmallTalkPodcast Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KillTheSmallTalkPodcast Recorded and produced by Command Creative Studios https://commandcreativestudios.com #KillTheSmallTalk#AlexCaronPodcast#JonesyComedy#ComedyPodcast#StandUpComedy#LAComedy#ComedianInterview#ActorLife#ComedyInLA#DrunkHistory#GothamTV#ComedyScene#ComedianLife#PodcastInterview#EntertainmentPodcast#BehindTheLaughs#UnfilteredConversations#NoMoreSmallTalk

    1h 2m
  8. "Re-Release" Improv, Sketch Comedy & the Art of Play ( Guest: Trevor Waggoner )

    MAR 4

    "Re-Release" Improv, Sketch Comedy & the Art of Play ( Guest: Trevor Waggoner )

    In this "Re-Release", Alex sits down with actor, comedian, and roommate Trevor Waggoner for the first in-house episode of Kill the Small Talk. From childhood turkey musicals to discovering improv in college, Trevor opens up about his creative journey, sketch mishaps, and what it means to rediscover “play” as an adult. The two trade stories about hiking, growing up in Phoenix, and even the eternal debate: phone call or text? (Spoiler: always text first.) You’ll hear them swap tales about overprotective moms, bad fashion trends, allergies, concerts, and their shared love of cozy nights, comedy chaos, and Creatures of Habit — the variety show they host together. Trevor also dives deep into his experience performing improv with kids, how failure on stage keeps him humble, and why adults desperately need to remember how to play. It’s funny, heartfelt, and full of the kind of real talk you only get between roommates who’ve seen each other at their weirdest. No small talk, no filters — just the good stuff. Istagram: @WaggsToWiches #KillTheSmallTalk #AlexCaronPodcast #TrevorWaggoner #ComedyPodcast #ImprovComedy #SketchComedy #StandUpComedy #SecondCity #PackTheater #Pleather #ComedyJourney #RoommateStories #BehindTheLaughs #PhoenixToLA #UnfilteredConversations #NoMoreSmallTalk

    1h 10m
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“Kill the Small Talk is a deep-dive interview podcast with actor Alex Caron featuring candid conversations with entertainers and artists — from actors and musicians to comedians and creatives. Hear their untold stories, creative journeys, and what it really takes to thrive in the rollercoaster world of the entertainment industry.”

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