The Mike James Podcast

The Mike James Podcast

Weekly podcast hosted by stand up comedian Mike James.

Episodes

May 4, 2023 68 mins
Today, I sit down with fellow IE comedian, Melissa Nehme! Melissa started doing stand up comedy less than a year ago! We talk about how she started doing stand up, her writing style, and how she feels she is doing thus far. She is a very funny comic who recently preformed at the Brea Improv and is starting to perform all over SoCal. Please give her a follow on social media and enjoy the podcast!
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Carlos Patino makes his epic return to the podcast! The last time I had Carlos on the podcast was back in 2021 when we were saying goodbye to fellow comic Frankie Hoy. On the episode today, we talk about Carlos's upcoming show at the Ontario Improv and we discuss music, conspiracy theories and of course, having a kid and doing comedy. Enjoy!
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January 4, 2023 71 mins
The Mike James Podcast welcomes back the very funny Frankie Hoy. About a year ago, Frankie took the plunge and moved to New York City to persue his dream of doing stand up full time in one of the biggest comedy scenes. We talk about how NYC has treated him, talk about Van living, and talk about how he ended up on the news from one of his Tik Tok ideas. Enjoy!
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December 20, 2022 73 mins
The Mike James Podcast is back with another episode with the one and only George Ferido! On the episode today, George and I talk about all things comedy that happened in 2022. We talk about our future plans the current crop of comics that are up and coming. Enjoy!
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February 16, 2022 88 mins
Today, I sit down once again and catch up with George Ferido. I consider George to be the current Godfather of the Riverside/IE scene. Along with Will Henderson, they put on shows under the Buddy System Co banner all over Rancho, Riverside, and Ontario. George and I will actually be performing together on April 6 at the Ontario Improv. On the podcast today, we talk the current state of IE comedy, talk about our improv show and then...
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December 1, 2021 102 mins
Today, I sit down with two very funny comics, Carlos Patino and Frankie Hoy. Both are making their epic return to the podcast. Over the past few months the 3 of us have started to hang out more at mics, help each other with jokes, and are always bringing each other down in the name of being funny. Frankie is making the move to New York City to do stand up for one year, so Carlos and I wanted to give our friend a proper podcast send...
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July 22, 2021 94 mins
Today, I sit down with the one and only KJ Robinson. KJ is a comic that started out in Detroit and has moved his talents to the IE. KJ is funny comic and a hustler. You can catch him on shoes in Riverside county, Orange County, LA County, and has performed in multiple states. On the podcast, I ask KJ a million questions and we talk about all things comedy. From how he prepares for mics, how he got his start, and how strawberry soda...
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June 8, 2021 105 mins
The Mike James Podcast is BACK!! And for the triumphant return, I have brought the entire Buddy System group! On the episode today, I chat with Aaron Chase, George Ferido, and William Henderson. All of whom have been previous guests on the Mike James Podcast. I had such a great time on their podcast (The Buddy System Co.) that I just had to have them on here. On the episode today, we chat about running open mics, running shows, how...
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April 5, 2021 98 mins
On the episode today, Johnny Gold returns to the Mike James podcast. And with him, we have fellow local comedian Nick Lanney. Johnny has been a comic for many years, performing all over California and Nick is like me, where we are just starting out. On the podcast, its just comics talk comedy. We discuss the good and bad advice we have gotten over the years, we talk about our own writing process, and we of course poke fun at othe...
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March 30, 2021 118 mins
Today, I sit and talk with returning guests Michael Jacobs and Matt Posner. We were tired of talking politics, tired of talking about current events, so we decided to have a show dedicated to the movies and music that we love. We each give our top 10 lists of favorite movies, favorite bands or artists, and favorite TV shows. Hope you all enjoy and like our picks!
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March 22, 2021 105 mins
Today, I sit down and chat with fellow comedian Carlow Patino. He is a comic out of Riverside scene and he is a very funny individual. When he is not running from open mic to open mic working on his material, you can catch Carlos at his very own open Mic on Thursdays at Placita in Riverside. On the episode today, we talk about how Carlos started in comedy, how he met his wife, and our love for Linkin Park.
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March 8, 2021 91 mins
Making his triumphant return to the podcast is Joe Beltran. Also known as Joey Babies for those gangsters out in San Bernardino! On the podcast today, we talk comedy. Joe is one of the hardest working comics I know. The man lives in San Bernardino but drives to LA to do mics and work on the craft that we hold so near and dear. He has done numerous podcasts and it was delight to have him on again. Enjoy!
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March 2, 2021 106 mins
Today, I sit down and catch up with fellow comedian William Henderson. I met Will a few years ago in the Riverside/Inland Empire comedy scene. He is part of the Buddy System Co and you can catch Will hosting mics in downtown Riverside and at the Ontario Improv. Will has performed at the Ontario Improv and opened for Pablo Francisco at the Brea Improv. On the episode today, we chat about baseball, music, and how to properly make ...
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February 17, 2021 96 mins
Today, I catch up with a very funny friend and co-worker Marisa Rosalez. I met Marisa years ago through other co-workers at our favorite watering hole, Roscoes Deli. Marisa is that one co-worker that every job needs. She makes the day better with her jokes and is always down to hit up a dive bar after a long day of work. Marisa has shown interest in trying stand up comedy and she actually went to Flappers Open Mic to see how it...
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January 30, 2021 97 mins
Today, I sit down and talk with fellow comedian Zak Elk. I first met Zak at the Flappers Claremont open mic when I just was starting out and he definitely taught me a few things. Zak has performed all over Southern California and has been in the comic scene since 2014. On the episode today, we talk about how he get hooked up with the flappers open mic gig, how he started in the stand up comic scene, and we go through some conspi...
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January 26, 2021 107 mins
It's my Birthday!! And for my Birthday Podcast, I wanted to hang out with one of my favorite family members. On the episode today, I chat with my cousin Joe Perez. He is currently working for the Sheriff's Department and was front and center when right riots broke out back in May 2020. Today, we chat about growing up together, work out tips, tattoos, and what it's like to be a Sheriff
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Today, I sit down with not 1, not 2, but 3 other comics! For the 20th episode, I had the pleasure to chat with my comic friends Brian Matthews, Noel Reyna, and Michael Gonzales. Not only have they been previous guests on the podcast, but we have also done numerous shows together when standup comedy was still a thing. On the episode today, we talk about our near death experiences, political ideals, and the first time we saw a pla...
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January 7, 2021 103 mins
Today, I sit down and talk with fellow comedian Aaron Chase. Aaron is one part of The Buddy System which is responsible for the comedy scene out in the Riverside area. On the episode today, we talk about how he got started in stand up, how he met his girlfriend during the Rona Era, and what it is like to do stand up on the streets of Claremont, Upland, and Redlands. Enjoy!
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December 18, 2020 108 mins
Today, I catch up with the one and only Juan Cias. He is a fellow comedian from the San Bernardino/Riverside scene. I have known Juan for a few years and we did a show together last year, but we finally get a chance to sit down and chat. On the episode today, we talk about comedy, creepy things he has seen as a Mortician, and crazy ex-girlfriends.
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November 18, 2020 129 mins
Today, I sit down and chat with Zero Rimpson. Zero started out his comedy career in St. Louis, MO and moved out here to Southern California when he was 22 to chase the dream. I've known Zero for about 3 years now and he is just amazing to watch. His style of stand up is fast and funny. On the podcast today, we talk about how Zero got his start in comedy, what kind of writer he aspires to be, and his thoughts on the dating game.
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