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Comedy Wham

Comedy Wham
Comedy
Austin Comedy Scene
Stand-Up Comedy
Austin
Improv
Moon Tower Comedy Festival
Kill Tony
Fallout Theater
Coldtowne Theater
Austin, United States
Comedy Wham
Moontower Comedy Festival
Self-Promotion
Cap City Comedy Club
Clown Garden
Clowning
Sketch Comedy
Funniest Person In Austin Contest
Comedy Mentorship
The Velveeta Room

Presenting the people who make the Austin, Texas comedy scene amazing.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes101Founded10 years ago
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Episode #395

Katie Felton returns to talk with Valerie about: • Getting engaged, co-hosting Quackin Jokes, and juggling comedy with her 2027 wedding planning

• Retiring her "single girl" jokes and learning ... more

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Episode #394

Slade Ham AND Jimmy Pineapple talks with Valerie Lopez about • Getting their start in Houston alongside a young, pre-fame Sam Kinison and Bill Hicks

• Why LA sketch comedy and short sets never ... more

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Episode #393

Xander Noland talks with Valerie Lopez about • Juggling five-plus Austin comedy shows at once and somehow still adding more to his plate

• Landing a spot on the brand-new UCB Harold team after ... more

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Episode #392

Matt Evans talks with Valerie Lopez about • Growing up a rare native Austinite and stumbling into comedy through Comedy Central reruns

• Becoming a horse vet against everyone's advice, then bom... more

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Recent Guests

Katie Felton
Comedian and host of Three Minutes with Katie podcast
Independent comedian based in Austin, Texas
Episode: Katie Felton, Volume 2
Slade Ham
Texas Outlaw Comics member, comedian
Outlaw Comics
Episode: Slade Ham & Jimmy Pineapple (VIDEO)
Jimmy Pineapple
Comedian, part of Texas Outlaw Comics
Outlaw Comics
Episode: Slade Ham & Jimmy Pineapple (VIDEO)
Xander Noland
Comedian and clown performer; frequent contributor to the Austin comedy scene; involved in Clown Carbonara, Guts, Come At Me, and other shows
Various Austin theatre and clown groups (Fallout Theater, UCB ATX, ColdTowne)
Episode: Xander Noland
Matt Evans
Austin-based veterinarian and clean comedian, author of Chomping at the Bit
Author, Horse Vet Comic
Episode: Matt Evans
Wallis Brown
Musical improviser, actor, writer
Independent
Episode: Wallis Brown
Ashley Ellis
Executive producer of Austin SketchFest 2026
ATX SketchFest
Episode: 2026 Austin Sketch Fest with Rebecca East and Ashley Ellis
Joey Smith
Comedian; touring performer and storyteller
Independent
Episode: Joey Smith
Gretchen Dietz
Philadelphia native turned Austin comedian and writer
Independent
Episode: Gretchen Dietz

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Valerie
Host of Comedy Wham Presents and related iterations, guiding conversations with Austin-area comedians and creators.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 17 ratings
  • Get to know Austin comedy & beyond!

    This podcast is an excellent resource to learn about the Austin comedy scene, who’s involved, and what’s going on. Meet the comedians and get to know them better than we probably know each other! These interviews are absolutely great.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alleywhoa!
    United States5 years ago
  • Lotta great comics here

    I listened to Brendon Walsh's episode back in October 2017 & just recently listened to the John Rabon ep. Scanning the names on the other episodes and I've found a new pod to binge. Check it out!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Colemanectomy
    United States7 years ago
  • So good

    The Hunter Duncan episode is the best one but they’re all good

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Random Comedy Fan
    United States8 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners get to know comedians beyond the stage and hear practical career stories.
Engaging look at the Austin comedy scene with great guest lineups.
A reliable source for festival prep and local talent recommendations.

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Talking Points

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Katie Felton, Volume 2
Q: How did your collaboration with Austin evolve your own stand-up and show production?
Katie describes shifting from Lipstick to co-producing Quackin Jokes, emphasizes learning to compromise, bounce ideas, and maintain a playful energy while supporting each other and newer comics.
Xander Noland
Q: What sparked the move toward a new improv format, and what has the reaction been like from the cast?
The shift came from wanting less rigidity and more organic play; the cast has responded with high energy and a sense of discovery, seeing the material come together in real time and enjoying the collaborative process.
Wallis Brown
Q: What is your absolute favorite thing about being on stage?
Wallis says the best part of performing is making people laugh and the energy of a strong show, especially when an improv scene is tight and the energy in the room is high.
Yakov Smirnoff
Q: Why Branson and how did you end up with a long-running theater there?
After Hollywood, Branson offered a path to a stable home base and a chance to build something meaningful; the theater became a long-term base and a place where I could nurture other performers.
Yakov Smirnoff
Q: What was your first big break in the U.S.?
A Miller Lite commercial launched my visibility in America, which then led to a Tonight Show appearance, followed by broader recognition.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Comedy Wham

What is Comedy Wham about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on Austin's vibrant comedy scene, featuring in-depth conversations with local stand-ups, writers, actors, and festival organizers. Each episode tends to unpack a guest's career path, creative process, and the realities of making a living in the arts, with recurring emphasis on open mics, theater spaces, and community-driven projects. Noteworthy traits include wide-ranging guests from improv to stand-up and festival leadership, plus behind-the-scenes insights into Austin's scene, touring life, and cross-city moves. Listeners can expect practical storytelling tips, career-building advice, and a strong sense of local culture, making it appealing to aspiring comedians, festival organizers, and brands looking to connect with a ... more

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2. Slade Ham
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4. Xander Noland
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6. Wallis Brown
7. Ashley Ellis
8. Joey Smith

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