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SC 19 THE BEATLES AND ME with Helaine Witt

Some Kind of Comedian

Release Date: 04/02/2021

SC 21 PUSHING PAUSE with Terry-Ann Zander & Terri Walters show art SC 21 PUSHING PAUSE with Terry-Ann Zander & Terri Walters

Some Kind of Comedian

With 21 podcast episodes under our belt, we talk about putting SKoC on a temporary hiatus. We want to step back, evaluate and, that's right EVOLVE. We'll be back in some way, shape or form in the near future. Love to you all, back at ya later! TAZ and TLW

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SC 20 A BRONX TALE with Debbie Bazza show art SC 20 A BRONX TALE with Debbie Bazza

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Debbie Bazza, born, and raised in Bronx NY, talks with Terry-Ann and Terri about relationships, kids, comedy and COVID.

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SC 19 THE BEATLES AND ME with Helaine Witt show art SC 19 THE BEATLES AND ME with Helaine Witt

Some Kind of Comedian

To say The Beatles are part of Helaine’s life would be a vast understatement. As a groupie of the fab four in the 60’s, to following (ok, stalking) John, Paul, George and Ringo on several continents, Helaine remains a lifelong fan. Tune in with TA and Helaine, and follow along in her fascinating journey.

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SC 18 LAUGHTER IS MEDICINE with Linda Marcus Smith show art SC 18 LAUGHTER IS MEDICINE with Linda Marcus Smith

Some Kind of Comedian

A recent transplant to Las Vegas, meet Linda Marcus Smith! Linda discovered comedy later in life. She can often be found strolling the Vegas strip in a prom gown bringing light and fun to the scene. Linda runs her own veteran shows and training classes for military and veterans. She hosts an award-winning show “The Comics’ Spot” on YouTube where she has interviewed more than 500 comics to date.

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SC 17 WRITING OUT THE STORM with Paul Hallasy show art SC 17 WRITING OUT THE STORM with Paul Hallasy

Some Kind of Comedian

NYC guy, Paul Hallasy has shaped and built his artistic career through writing, perseverance, grit, networking and reinvention – but especially writing. He has learned that it’s vital to get your ideas down on paper when they’re freshest – for him that’s as soon as he wakes up – and worry about culling and editing later. His best advice: Always keep pen & paper nearby and don’t be afraid to write stream of consciousness.

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SC 16 THE PINK UNICORN with Kilara Sen show art SC 16 THE PINK UNICORN with Kilara Sen

Some Kind of Comedian

Japanese-born, USA-inspired, Kilara is a one-of-a-kind stand-up comic performing her craft in a conservative culture. In a country where people don’t typically talk about their problems and where it’s unacceptable to “poke fun” at others, Kilara has had to evolve and adapt her comedy into a “safe zone” for Japanese audiences. But, all that may be changing as the online world is rapidly bringing a diversity of opinions and previously off-limits conversations to the forefront of Japanese conscious

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SC 15 CONFIDENTLY UNDERCONFIDENT with Vanessa Hollingshead show art SC 15 CONFIDENTLY UNDERCONFIDENT with Vanessa Hollingshead

Some Kind of Comedian

A denizen of New York City, Vanessa might be the hardest-working person in the comedy biz. Drawing on her own life experiences and being raised by an unconventional Mother, Vanessa’s humor reflects a rawness and vulnerability that goes to the heart of the matter. Delivered in her unique hard-hitting style, Vanessa’s audiences easily engage in the comic relief she delivers.

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SC 14 FUNNY IN PERPETUITY with Gaye Lirot show art SC 14 FUNNY IN PERPETUITY with Gaye Lirot

Some Kind of Comedian

Originally a denizen of the Floridian West Coast, Gaye is a 31-year resident of New York City. After a longstanding career in production & film making, and comedy, Gaye is now making her aspirational move to concentrate on her own comedy show.

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SC 13 WORKIN' IT with Nicky Paris show art SC 13 WORKIN' IT with Nicky Paris

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Born and raised in New York, Nicky recently made the big move to sunny LA in order to stretch his comedic talents. By expanding his career training, honing is acting talents, and expanding his world-view, Nicky is on a tear to even greater comic success in 2021.

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SC 12 THE COMEBACK KID with Donna Moran show art SC 12 THE COMEBACK KID with Donna Moran

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Born and raised in New York, Donna has come full circle. From a vibrant career as a young comedian, to a long hiatus, she’s back and funnier than ever. Donna gives us insight into what it's like to make a comeback and how the thrill of standing alone on a stage never left her after so many years.

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To say The Beatles are part of Helaine’s life would be a vast understatement. As a groupie of the fab four in the 60’s, to following (ok, stalking) John, Paul, George and Ringo on several continents, Helaine remains a lifelong fan. Tune in with TA and Helaine, and follow along in her fascinating journey.

 

06:23 | Terry-Ann

Meet Helaine Witt! Helaine started her stand-up and improv career by taking classes from Robin Williams' colleagues at The Holy City Zoo in San Francisco. After returning to her native New York City from San Francisco, she continued comedy until her retirement after teaching in the early 2000's. She’s been performing in various clubs all over the NY region, throughout the U.S. and Canada. Guest appearances include: The Wendy Williams Show, including several STREET TALK segments. Joan Rivers even told some of her jokes on the Johnny Carson (Tonight) Show!

 

13:33 | Terry-Ann/Helaine

Early struggles, being a bad ass, not giving a #$@% - we all have a past.

 

14:38 | Helaine

Go west young (wo)man – the great exodus to California.

 

15:48 | Helaine

Life in San Francisco! Comedy, Comedy, Comedy! Come in the Comedy Club! Improv, Joan Rivers, Robin Williams and John Cantu too!

 

20:03 | Terry-Ann/Helaine

What’s in a “Beatlemania Room” anyway?

 

22:30 | Terry-Ann/Helaine

My long and winding road to England and meeting John & Paul.

 

28:08 | Terry-Ann/Helaine

Meeting up with Paul again in my 60’s.

 

34:37 | Terry-Ann/Helaine

My favorite BEATLE?

 

35:29 | Helaine

The worst part of Zoom? Asleep and naked?

 

39:58 | Terry-Ann/Helaine

Plans for 2021. Shout out to Rob Ciaoffi!

 

43:41 | Terry-Ann/Helaine

OUTTAKE: from Gregory Stock, Ph.D.’s, The Book of Questions 1987 ed. TAZ asks: You have the power to go any distance into the future and after one year, return to the present with any knowledge you have gained from your experience, but with no physical objects, just knowledge. Would you make the journey if it carried a 50 percent risk of death?

 

Helaine Witt

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_WcRgj6DsMg

Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/helainewitt

 

Terry-Ann Zander

TAZ Comedy Hotline: 201-874-5971

Facebook: @Terry-Ann Zander - https://www.facebook.com/terryann.zander

 

Terri Walters

Twitter: @TerriLWalters - https://twitter.com/TerriLWalters

LinkedIn: @TerriLWalters - https://www.linkedin.com/in/terrilwalters/

Email: [email protected]

 

Some Kind of Comedian

Website: https://www.somekindofcomedian.com/podcast

Facebook: @SomeKindofComedian - https://www.facebook.com/SomeKindofComedian/

 

Moonfish Production, Ltd.

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