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Standup Comedy   "Your Host and MC"

Standup Comedy "Your Host and MC"

Scott Edwards 488 Episodes Aug 23, 2026

A celebration of over 40 years on the fringe of show business, this podcast features stories, interviews, and comedy sets from standup comics both famous and not so famous. All recordings are taped live at the host's comedy club, Laughs Unlimited. The show includes standup sets by notable comedians such as Dana Carvey, Jay Leno, Jerry Seinfeld, and many more. The host also shares interviews with comics, old staff members, and friends from the world of comedy.

Episodes

Stand Up From Laughs Unlimited's TV Show Starring Tim Bedore & Frank Prinzi, Fun!
Stand Up From Laughs Unlimited's TV Show Starring Tim Bedore & Frank Prinzi, Fun! Aug 23, 2026 1587 Send us Fan MailA local TV stand up comedy show from 1988 doesn’t sound like it should feel fresh, but the moment the crowd comes up you can hear why we loved making Laughs at Laughs Unlimited in Sacramento. I’m Scott Edwards, and I’m bringing one of those original TV tapings over to the podcast as pure audio so you can experience the pacing, the room energy, and the working-comic craft that made
How Laughs Unlimited Started And Why It Lasted 40 Years
How Laughs Unlimited Started And Why It Lasted 40 Years Aug 16, 2026 3739 Send us Fan MailForty years doesn’t happen by accident, especially in live entertainment. Lynn Stobener grabs the host chair and gets Scott Edwards and Bob Stobener talking through the real, unpolished origin story of Laughs Unlimited, one of Sacramento’s defining stand-up comedy clubs. The early days are pure DIY: a tiny budget, borrowed know-how, side hustles that quietly trained them for the ch
George Wallace Tells The Origin Story Of A Comedy Club Boom
George Wallace Tells The Origin Story Of A Comedy Club Boom Aug 9, 2026 2090 Send us Fan MailA comedy club opening in a restaurant basement doesn’t sound like the start of history, until you remember what stand-up felt like in 1980: new, hot, and so alive that every seat mattered. We’re celebrating the 40th anniversary of Laughs Unlimited by bringing back our first headliner, George Wallace, and letting him tell the story in his own voice. The memories are specific and viv
Four Headliners Plus Vintage Radio Bits From A Classic Comedy Club Era
Four Headliners Plus Vintage Radio Bits From A Classic Comedy Club Era Aug 2, 2026 1800 Send us Fan MailFour headliners. A stack of vintage radio promos. One tight 30-minute ride through stand-up comedy and the comedy club culture that built it.We’re mixing it up with what I call a cornucopia of comedy: short sets from Steve Smith, Robert Aguayo, David Crow, and Tom McTigue, broken up with real broadcast audio from the Laughs Unlimited archives. If you’ve ever wondered how a Sacramen
Larry "Bubbles" Brown On Bay Area Comedy And Road Life
Larry "Bubbles" Brown On Bay Area Comedy And Road Life Jul 26, 2026 1931 Send us Fan MailA nickname you never wanted can become the thing that gets you booked, remembered, and introduced for the rest of your career. We sit down with Bay Area stand-up Larry “Bubbles” Brown to trace how a deadpan, low-key approach cut through a high-energy comedy scene and turned into decades of steady work. If you love stand-up comedy history, comedy club stories, and the behind-the-sce
Observational Stand-Up On Phones Family And Food by Headliner/Actor Larry Miller
Observational Stand-Up On Phones Family And Food by Headliner/Actor Larry Miller Jul 19, 2026 2226 Send us Fan MailA lot of stand-up ages fast. This one doesn’t. We’re dropping you into a full-length Larry Miller set recorded live at Laughs Unlimited in the early 1980s, back when Larry was still “getting his chops” and already sounding like a pro. Before the tape rolls, I share why I’m featuring a single extended set instead of our usual mix: Larry is that rare comic who can take one everyday i
From Renaissance Fairs To Comedy Clubs And Pier 39-The Fred Anderson Story
From Renaissance Fairs To Comedy Clubs And Pier 39-The Fred Anderson Story Jul 12, 2026 2727 Send us Fan MailShort intro to TTTPSupport the show  www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.comWebsite....check it out, podcast, jokes, blogs, and More!"NEW" Video Podcast: Tag Team Talent Podcast on Spotify & YouTubeInterested in Standup Comedy? Check out my books on Amazon and the "BookBaby" Book Store for Discounted copies!"20 Questions Answered about Being a Standup Comic
From Close-Up To Stand-Up, Comic/Magician Ken Garr
From Close-Up To Stand-Up, Comic/Magician Ken Garr Jul 5, 2026 1499 Send us Fan MailWe sit down with comic magician Ken Garr and trace how a stubborn request for an audition turns into years of close-up magic at the Magic Hat and a long run as one of our most reliable stage acts. We talk shop on timing, crowd work, and why the comedy world helped Ken find his voice faster than the traditional magic scene.• Ken’s first connection to our club and the Magic Hat• The
A Working Comic Tells The Stories You Never Hear On Stage / Bruce Smirnoff
A Working Comic Tells The Stories You Never Hear On Stage / Bruce Smirnoff Jun 28, 2026 3830 Send us Fan MailOn this episode of Standup Comedy “Your Host & MC”, we feature a special appearance by “Uncle Bruce,” the hilarious and heartfelt character connected to comedian Bruce Smirnoff. This episode blends an engaging interview with a live stand-up comedy set, offering both insight and laughter from a seasoned performer.“Uncle Bruce” shares stories, perspectives, and humor shaped by ye
Early Seinfeld Comedy and Writer Ed Solomon join Chris Hobbs for a Night of Comedy
Early Seinfeld Comedy and Writer Ed Solomon join Chris Hobbs for a Night of Comedy Jun 21, 2026 1219 Send us Fan MailOn this episode of Standup Comedy “Your Host & MC”, we feature the multi-talented Ed Solomon—writer of many hit movies, and Jerry Seinfeld from the  iconic TV show Seinfeld—alongside comedian Chris Hobbs for a fun and engaging comedy showcase.Ed Solomon brings a unique perspective from both the writing room and the stage, sharing his creative journey through television, music,
Mark Schiff & "The Funniest Men in the Universe" – New York Comedy at Its Best
Mark Schiff & "The Funniest Men in the Universe" – New York Comedy at Its Best Jun 14, 2026 2299 Send us Fan MailA $5,000 lunch. A 30-year promise. A frozen walk across the Brooklyn Bridge to make the new year feel real. R. Scott Edwards sits down with comedian Mark Schiff for a warm, hilarious time-capsule of stand-up comedy history that starts in New York at The Comic Strip and stretches all the way to arena-sized shows with Jerry Seinfeld. If you love comedy stories that actually explain h
Producing Comedy Open Mics: Author Tina Cruz Shares Secrets to Building a Successful Comedy Show
Producing Comedy Open Mics: Author Tina Cruz Shares Secrets to Building a Successful Comedy Show Jun 7, 2026 2178 Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Standup Comedy 'Your Host & MC', host R. Scott Edwards interviews author and comedy producer Tina Cruz about her new book focused on producing comedy open mics and live comedy showcases. Tina shares practical advice for comedians, club owners, event organizers, and anyone interested in launching or growing a comedy show. From finding venues and

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