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Behind The Funny

Scott Higgins
Comedy
Stand-Up Comedy
Rhode Island
Bad Gigs
Crowd Work
Boston
Bourbon
Organized Crime
Boston Comedy Scene
The Conjuring House
Conjuring House
Cruise Ships
Social Media
Open Mics
Rhode Island Comedy Hall Of Fame
Dry Bar Comedy
Corporate Gigs
Paranormal Investigations
Hecklers
GOLD Comedy

Scott Higgins an Ace Aceto discuss comedy and life with incredibly talented people in comedy and entertainment.

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Latest Episodes

Cody Desbiens and Satori Hawes, The Paranormal Couple join us in the Acement and as usual they up their game. This year they bring in an object they haven't seen yet. Their stories are phenomenol and they never disapoint. Check them out at pa... more

Jeff Belanger joins us for this weeks episode along with SCOTTOBER third mic, Tom Stewart. Jeff is the author of the book "The Worlds Most Haunted Places". Besides being an author, he's also a podcaster, storyteller, adventurer, and explorer of the u... more

SCOTTOBER wouldn't exist without our friend, Comedian Tom Stewart. Tom is our guest tonight in the Acement to discuss his new book "My Paranormal Story" based in his podcast of the same name. As an experienced paranormal investigator, Tom has had man... more

SCOTTOBER begins with George Lopez, not that one. George R Lopez is a paranormal investigator with some amazing stories, including an attachment story that was scary as hell. Ace and Tom Stewart once again bring their A-game to SCOTTOBER, just to wat... more

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Recent Guests

Jeff Belanger
Paranormal historian, author of The Worlds Most Haunted Places and New England Legends creator
Author/Paranormal Historian
Episode: Ep 475 Jeff Belanger "Worlds Most Haunted Places"
Tom Stewart
Paranormal investigator, author, creator of My Paranormal Story
My Paranormal Story / Rise Up Paranormal (historical mentions)
Episode: Ep 474 Tom Stewart "SCOTTOBER Comes Full Circle"
George Lopez
Renowned paranormal investigator, author, and co-host of Dead Air
Dead Air Full Spectrum
Episode: Ep 473 George Lopez "Not That George Lopez, This One Tells Scarier Stories"
Johnny Pizzi
Veteran Boston comedian and magician, philanthropy advocate
Independent artist
Episode: Ep 472 Johnny Pizzi "Time To Help A Comedy Legend Who Has Help So Many"
Andrew Kennedy
Comedian, actor, and writer featured on cruise ships and television pilots
Independent/Comedy
Episode: Ep 471 Andrew Kennedy "At Least They Didn't Kill Me"
Matt Roy
Comedian, frequent guest on Behind The Funny
Roy Brothers (comedy duo)
Episode: Ep 470 Matt Roy "My Dad Is Getting Up There, Same As You Guys"
Mike Thomas
Author and journalist known for Phil Hartman biography and Second City book
Chicago Sun-Times / Chicago Magazine
Episode: Ep 469 Mike Thomas "You Will Remember Him, Author Phil Hartman Bio"
Mark Riley
Boston comic, host of Chirping Zebras podcast
Chirping Zebras podcast
Episode: Ep 468 Mark Riley "Talking Funny With A Chirping Zebra"
Rick Roberts
Comedian
Episode: Ep 467 Rick Roberts "Funny Comic, Guilty As Charged"

Hosts

Scott Higgins
Host of Behind The Funny (co-hosting duties on the show) with a long-running presence in the comedy scene.
Ace Aceto
Co-host and long-time collaborator, known for engaging banter and hosting alongside Scott.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 179 ratings
  • The Wrong Richard Belzer by Paul Elwell

    Congratulations to the Behind The Funny guys. Heard about your podcast and loved listening to my old friend Paul Elwell share stories including picking up the wrong Richard Belzer. Brendan McMahon

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    boston pedro
    United States3 years ago
  • Belly Laughs and Bourbon

    So happy I discovered this podcast! Love hearing comedians “talk shop” about how they began in stand up, the highs, the lows and all the hijinks in between. Scott and Ace do a great job of keeping it conversational and fun, plus their guests are a great assortment of seasoned and new local comedy talent which provides diverse perspectives on being a working comic. A fun, weekly listen and I’ve even learned a bit about bourbon thanks to their bourbon dates!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HelenG_66
    United States3 years ago
  • Simply great content!

    Love listening to these two. Always great conversations and stories! If you want to just laugh out loud in your car, just put this on and listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    the pink master
    United States4 years ago
  • Great podcast

    Love listening to these guys! Feels like I’m in the room with them and their guest!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    camp9997
    United States4 years ago
  • Carolyn Fox

    Great show tonight with Carolyn Fox! Hope she’s on again some time!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TimVz04
    United States5 years ago

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Hosts create a warm, conversational vibe that makes even complex topics feel approachable.
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Guests bring strong industry insights and relatable road stories that are useful for aspiring comics.
Listeners appreciate actionable tips on writing, crowd-work, and booking.
Fans praise the show for consistency, humor, and diverse guest lineups.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep 475 Jeff Belanger "Worlds Most Haunted Places"
Q: What first drew you to the paranormal field and storytelling?
Belanger explains growing up in a culture fascinated by haunted lore, his early exposure to local legends, and how history and personal experiences combined to shape his passion for collecting and sharing stories.
Ep 471 Andrew Kennedy "At Least They Didn't Kill Me"
Q: How did Andrew Kennedy get into the pilot development and what happened with his network offers?
He earned development deals with CBS and WB after performing at Just For Laughs and visiting LA for meetings; ultimately CBS offered a deal that became his main opportunity before other projects were chosen by networks.
Ep 462 John McClellan "Cigars, Comedy, And Other Vices"
Q: John, have you ever done a show in a cigar bar or cigar bar?
Yes, and the cigar lounge shaped how conversations with the crowd unfold, often making it easier to be relaxed and engage in longer, more conversational sets.
p 454 Liam McGurk "The Stress Of Being Funny And Winning Festivals"
Q: What was the turning point that made you commit to pursuing comedy full-time?
Liam explains that dropping out of school, working at Panera Bread, and then deciding to go all-in after recognizing comedy as his future—despite a rough patch—was the pivotal moment that pushed him to commit fully to stand-up.
Ep 432 Live At Capo Supper Club
Q: How did Melissa Rush get her start in comedy, and what challenges did she face early on?
She started in Providence after quitting drinking, then gradually built stage time and networking opportunities, with mentors like John Parata helping her get booked; she emphasizes fitting material to the crowd and using crowd work strategically.

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Two veteran hosts bring a relaxed, in-the-trenches vibe to conversations with comedians, writers, and industry insiders. Episodes center on career paths, craft of stand-up, road stories, and behind-the-scenes realities of booking, touring, and producing shows. Guests range from national headliners to festival performers and writers, often sharing practical tips, mentorship moments, and candid reflections on craft, industry shifts, and the evolving comedy landscape. Notably, the show blends humor with practical takeaways, a strong sense of community, and a candid, “hang with the guys” atmosphere that appeals to working comics and fans who want authentic, street-level insight into making a living in comedy.

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Recent guests on Behind The Funny include:

1. Jeff Belanger
2. Tom Stewart
3. George Lopez
4. Johnny Pizzi
5. Andrew Kennedy
6. Matt Roy
7. Mike Thomas
8. Mark Riley

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