In the latest in my quest to appear on every podcast (it’s going pretty well; I’m at about 10 I think, and there are, like, 15 podcasts, right?) my friend Katherine Jessup invited me to join her and co-host/co-producer David Coulter for some good old-fashioned Advice. For those not in the know, “Advice” is a … Continue reading
Author Archives: Tyler
Saw Works Comedy Anniversary (also, Casual Comedy)
No rest for the wicked, I say. A little over a year ago, Matt Ward (WELL LOOK AT THAT; HE’S FEATURING TOMORROW) contacted me to say that Clark Jones and Kenny DeForest, two rising NYC comedy kingpins and Chicago scene vets, were trying to route a tour through Knoxville on what happened to be First … Continue reading
Whiskey Bear Comedy Festival (An Incredibly Late Retrospective)
Much like everything I write on this website and the internet in general, I don’t just sit down and vomit 1,100 words out aimlessly. I try to let drafts sit so I can keep perpetually returning to them at non-ideal times, keep getting distracted, and post them two weeks later than anyone concerned about the … Continue reading
Tyler Does DC (Part Whatever)
I had the opportunity to do a handful of mics and feature in a show in DC this past week, which was the most fun I’ve had in the District since I moved away in 2011. I made the conscious decision not overbook myself, since the past few times I’ve gone through DC I’ve managed … Continue reading
Whiskey Bear Comedy Festival (Columbus) this weekend
I can’t remember if I’ve posted about this yet here (probably), but I’m very excited to announce that I’ll be representing Eastern Tennessee along with my friends Matt Chadourne and Hunter Roberts at the inaugural Whiskey Bear Comedy Festival up in Columbus, Ohio. Dustin Meadows and Lisa Berry (two friends and quality comics I’ve been … Continue reading
Why I call May 4th “International Jawbreaker Day” instead of “Star Wars Day” and you should too (but whatever, don’t let me tell you how to live your life; keep doing what you do)
For the last couple of May 4ths, I’ve taken to Facebook, the mildly popular website that totally hasn’t eviscerated any significance from social activism and everything you post there matters, and posted videos by the cult pop-punk trio Jawbreaker in lieu of posting something about the Star Wars franchise. Some of my critics may call … Continue reading
2 Sonic 2 Simon: A Look Back
You know, Sean and I hadn’t returned from tour for but three days before I left town again for a couple of weeks. California was a blast as expected, but that bitch goddess LA took my voice from me. At least, that’s how I want to play it. This is probably just seasonal allergies mixed … Continue reading
A Quick Anecdote about “Purple Rain”
I defer to the Generation X for any and all commentary about Prince, but I do have a story I’d like to share if you have a few minutes to read it. One night at the Hot Broth Comedy Open Mic in Arlington Virginia (probably 2010; let’s go with that), Ahmed Vallejos asked me and … Continue reading
Shows in the Next Two Weeks that I think would be rad if you showed up to
Okay, really quick, I know that I’m well overdue for a recap of Sonic-Simon ‘Escape 2 Alabama,’ but it’s coming! For now, here is an overview of some shows I’ve got coming up (and one I won’t be on but I’m excited is happening) that pales in comparison to the 10-day update on the official … Continue reading
Shows coming up in California (3/30 – 4/8)
For the first time in nearly three years (2013, when I left it), I’m heading back to California this week. While I’m over there, I’ll be hitting a handful of great shows and can’t wait to see how everyone is doing. The schedule above is subject to change, and I’ll be keeping you all posted … Continue reading
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