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Watch as two best friends and new open mic comics, Anthony and Wayne, try to break their way into the Boston comedy scene in their quest for laughs!
Life as a Plummer with Carolyn Plummer
This week Anthony and Wayne sit down with the very funny Carolyn Plummer! She tells us all about her time performing at Comics Come Home, we chat general comedy, and Wayne gets his first Movie & Sports reference! It's one for the books!
Check out Carolyn and see where she will be at CarolynPlummer.com
Don't forget to comment, share and subscribe!
01:09:0318/11/2024
Just The Tip of Comedy with Dante the Comic!
Today Wayne sits down with a true comic veteran. Dante the Comic just celebrated 38 years doing stand up comedy, has won multiple BET awards, has written and appeared in many sitcoms, movies, and commercials, manages hundreds of other talents with Golden Artists Entertainment, runs a decades long comedy contest, is a well-known civil rights activist, and so much more!
We just barely got to scratch the surface on this episode.
Check out Dante on social media @DanteTheComic , and head over to his YouTube Page @dantethecomic2522
He has put out so many comedy tips, 303 to be exact, for aspiring and veteran comics alike! You'd be silly not to check those all out!
Don't forget to like, share, subscribe, and comment!!
52:5011/11/2024
WWE, OMP, & BBC
This week we chat about wrestling, what we have been up to, our experience at the Wicked Funny Contest, and much more!
Share, Like, watch, listen, subscribe, and comment!
59:1904/11/2024
How To Book A Show: Part 2
We are back! And discussing how the show went, and the day of duties to make the show great!
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36:1528/10/2024
How To Book A Show: Part 1
This week We talk about the steps we took to put on our first two shows for OMP Productions!
Please listen, like, share, and subscribe!
36:1421/10/2024
What-Holes For Sale?
This week Anthony and Wayne ramble about shows, jokes, and Vince McMahon!
Tune in! Its a.... step towards the quest for laughs!
like, share subscribe, sing, and comment. Buh-Bye!!
46:1114/10/2024
In A While Cockadile! With Buzz Gordon
This week we are joined by the third member of the Comedy Mill crew, Buzz Gordon!
We chat about comedy, but it quickly gets off the rails! Everything from first open mics to off center body parts!
You won't be disappointed!
Don't forget to like, share, comment, review, rate, and sign our praises from the rooftops!
53:5307/10/2024
Just The Tips: Mic Talk
This week we talk about some tips from our 1.5 year experience. Are they good? Probably not, but they work for us!
Don't forget to like, comment, listen, share, and whatever else you can think of that will benefit us and not you!
Thanks for your support!
51:3830/09/2024
OMP: Yeah You Know Me!
This week we talk about the Wicked Funny Comedy Competition, Round 1, Some other things we did, and we dive into how we break down our jokes and work on them over time.
Give us a like, share, subscribe, and all that happy shit.
Thanks for listening!
01:09:2023/09/2024
Moose Knuckle Balls
This week Anthony and Wayne chat about what they have been up to, including Anthony opening for Legendary Steve Sweeney, Wayne running OMP Productions' first comedy show, and other shows they will be on. They also chat about their goals, and bicker as usual about stupid stuff.
Don't forget to like, share, watch, listen, comment, subscribe, and pirate this episode and post it as your own.
Also, if you're curious where we will be, head on over to openmicpain.com/shows and you can stalk us like real fans!
01:06:1916/09/2024
The Tobin Bridge To Comedy with John Tobin
This week Anthony and Wayne got the opportunity to speak with the Legendary owner of many iconic comedy rooms including Laugh Boston, Nick's Comedy Stop, and Off Cabot.
John has been in the comedy world for decades and is arguable one of the most important people to contribute to comedy as we know it. We were lucky enough to talk to him and hear some of the most incredible stories from him.
I'm not even going to give my spiel today. Just listen and enjoy every second...
01:15:0109/09/2024
Circumcised Hot Dogs with Jack Lynch
We are joined by Local Legend..... Jack Lynch!!
Through our technical issues, we talk about jack's beginnings, digginf through 3 decades of premises, mics, from the 90's versus now, and so much more! This is one you don't want to miss!
Follow Jack on Facebook and Instagram @jack_comic_
Don't forget to like, listen, share, subscribe, comment, post to your own shit, e-mail us, dm me, and any other way you can indulge us in our self loving ways!
50:5002/09/2024
Joe Rogan: Burn The Jokes - Mic Talk
This week Anthony and Wayne talk about what they have been up to, what they will be doing, and most importantly, their thoughts on the Joe Rogan special!
Please excuse the technical sound issues at the end!
Like, comment, subscribe, eat, pray, love, and share this with your friends....and grandmother!
57:0026/08/2024
How I Met Your Mother with Paul Roy
We are joined by the second third of the incredible Comedy Mill crew out of Biddeford, ME.... Paul Roy!!
We talk about the start of the comedy mill, writing one line jokes, Anthony has some technical issues and Wayne gets sassy about it, and most importantly, we talk about Paul dating previous guest Nate's mother!
Go see Lee Syatt this weekend at the Comedy mill, Follow Paul Roy, go to the Comedy Mill Open Mic, like, comment, subscribe, share, pray to us, and whatever else you can!
Also, go follow our OMP Productions page. We are working on putting together some incredible stand-up comedy shows! You don't want to miss out!
Thank you!
01:12:0919/08/2024
Talking Comedy, Line By Line with Casey Crawford
This week it is Wayne's turn to take the helm as he chats with the great Casey Crawford!
They chat about All In The Family, Comedy, Caseys Vinyl Special coming out that you should go to the recording for, Open Mics, Finding your character, one liners, Wayne's awkward interaction with a fan (I'm so sorry....) and so much more!
It was an incredible, and Anthony free, step towards the Quest for Laughs!
If you're a comic, get your free ticket to Casey's special taping on September 20th with promo code FREECOMIC!
Hey, don't forget to comment and subscribe and other stuff....
01:43:1712/08/2024
They Put What On A Mouse? With Justin George
Anthony took the helm this week and chatted with friend of the show, and a huge piece of shit, Justin George!
They talk about Justin's first and craziest mic experience, Charles E. Cheese, Anthony has technical issues, growing as a comic, and so much more!
Don't forget to like, watch, subscribe, comment, share, review, and whatever else I missed!
We appreciate you!
52:5605/08/2024
Our Craziest Open Mic Experiences
We sit down, just the two of us and talk about a few of the craziest experiences we have had since starting comedy.
That's it. Short read this week. So if you made it this far.. Please go share, listen, subscribe, rate, review, tell your goddamn grandmother about us... She will love us. At least one of us.... Probably not Anthony.
Thanks for listening!
52:0829/07/2024
Ultrasounding Your Flintstones with Steve Bjork!
This week we are joined by the one and only...Steve Bjork!
We chat about his beginnings, the old school open mics versus the current ones, comedy theory, hosting, who Steve hates (spoiler...not a single person), and Wayne gets his on-screen kiss!
This was an incredible step in the Quest for Laughs!
Follow Steve on Facebook at Stephen Bjork, and on Instagram @comedianstevebjork
If you haven't gone to see Steve Perform... Go watch for a master class in comedy!!
Don't forget to listen, like, share, and subscribe.
Also go like our OMP Productions Facebook Page!!
Enjoy!
58:4322/07/2024
Milling Me Softly with Nate Curran
This week we are joined by Nate Curran of the Comedy Mill in Biddeford, ME!
Wayne watches as he is cucked by Anthony's comedic side piece.
We chat about The Comedy Mill, who makes us literally LOL, and how we think we would fair performing at Fenway!
Listen in as it is and always will be......a worthy step toward the Quest for Laughs!
I know 6 things is a lot to ask, so this week, your homework is to go rate us 5 stars on Spotify or if you're on youtube....hit the like button.. Seriously... It's .75 seconds..... you keep listening.... tell us you love us...
Trust me....it will be worth it....
Also go tell Dane Cook to do our show!
Have a great week!
01:04:0415/07/2024
Mic Talk: Are The Beatles Better Than Nicki Minaj?
This week we chat about a lot!
We talk about some of our goings on, how Anthony hates Bo Burnham, how Wayne loves "Weird Al" Yankovic, and the social importance of WAP!
Strap in!
Don't forget to watch, listen, comment, rate, review, share.... I'm going to find more chores for you guys!
Thank you all!
01:05:2808/07/2024
One Year Extravaganza / Normal Mic Talk!
This week we are celebrating one year since we started this podcast.
We do a little reminiscing, we talk about the future, and it wouldn't be a special episode if we didn't have some sort of technical difficulties!
Strap in!Please like, share, comment, and subscribe!
Love you long time!
01:02:5101/07/2024
Idiot on Loan with Nathan Timmel!
This week we are Joined by one half of the Idiots on parade Podcast...Nathan Timmel!
We obviously talk comedy, but more importantly, about who would win in a fight with a fictional Biden and a Non-Fictional Trump!
Come be a fly on the wall!
Check out Idiots On Parade, and dot forget to like, share, subscribe, and comment on both podcasts!!
01:08:5624/06/2024
Teeing Up Comedy with Amy Tee
Join us this week as we are joined by the incredible Amy Tee!
We get to talk about her start in comedy, her sobriety, mental health, and how it has affected her comedy.
It was amazing conversation that you shouldn't miss out on!
Be sure to check out Experimentalcomedy.com and see Amy on Instagram @ectamytee
It is all a worthy step in the Quest for Laughs!
Don't forget to listen, like, share, comment, and subscribe!
55:5817/06/2024
To Be The Mann, You Need To Beat The Mann with Alex Mann
Join us today as we chat with The Mann....Alex Mann!
We learn about his beginnings in stand-up comedy, improv, Wayne's internet SNAFU, using humor to do your job, and so much more!
As always, please like share and subscribe. And hey! This week, while you're at it, would you mind rating us on Spotify? it really only takes a couple seconds. and it makes our nethers tingle to see another 5-star review!
This has been a worthy step in the quest for laughs!
01:06:1310/06/2024
Tocco 2s-day with Nick Tocco!
Who Doesn't love Tocco?
We obviously do! That's why we spent another couple hours(some redacted) talking about monkeys, Jesse Ventura, Kevin Spacey, Adult videos, Comedy I guess, and so much more!
Normally I say this has been a worthy step in the Quest for Laughs... however...I think this is the pot of laughs at the end of the rainbow!
Check it out! And don't forget to like, share, and subscribe!
Follow Nick Tocco on Instagram @nicktoccocomedy
01:39:5703/06/2024
The Secret Life of Tooky Kavanagh!
This week we are joined by the incredible Tooky Kavanagh! We talk about her secret comedy career, some of the incredible things she has been able to accomplish over the last ten years, and about so much more!
This is not one to miss, as it is a worthy step in the Quest for Laughs!
You can catch Tooky on her socials @TookyMonster
Don't forget, to listen, like, comment, share, subscribe, and shout our praises from any rooftops you may be on!
44:5527/05/2024
Mic Talk: Chains and Whips Excite Me!
Join us this week as Anthony gives Wayne his birthday gift!
We also chat in general about comedy; hosting, producing, a bomb or two, and much more!!
Thanks for Listening!
01:02:5320/05/2024
Mic Talk! The Tom Brady Roast and More!
Just the two of us this week! Discussing what we have done, our upcoming, but now passed, show with Casey Crawford, and then we talk in depth on the Roast of the GOAT, Tom Brady!
It was a low key, but definitely worth step towards the Quest for Laughs!
Don't forget to Like, Share, Comment, and Subscribe! We would appreciate it!
54:5313/05/2024
The J is for Genius with Dobie Maxwell
We are joined once again by the great Dobie Maxwell. And by "we", I mean Wayne and our special guest host, co-host of the Carnival Personell Podcast, Jaques Lambert!
We talk to dobie about where we have been the last few months, talk jokes, and most importantly, we talk about him filming his Dry Bar Special!
!Class was definitely in session and we got schooled!
But it was all a worthy step in the Quest for Laughs!
01:28:2806/05/2024
Trapped In The Car with Andrew Boyle
This week we are joined by the one and only, Andrew Boyle!
We have a packed episode this week as we discuss everything from Comedy theory, hosting, conjoined twins, and gender reveals!
This is one you certainly do not want to miss....Because, as you guessed, it will certainly be a Delusional Step Towards the Quest for Laughs!!
01:14:1129/04/2024
What's In The Box?! with Cameron K. Morton
Join us this week as we are joined by one of our all-time favorite hosts, Cameron K. Morton!
We talk about his open mic at the Point, his work in film, including his new short film "44" that is coming soon, the infamous bathroom rendezvous, and so much more!!
You can check our Cam and all his endeavors at the handles below!
@camkmorton
@pastabedtimeproductions
@planrpictures
@gbcmcomedy
Be sure to watch, listen, like, share, subscribe, and more! As it is surely a horrific step towards the Quest for Laughs!!
42:2522/04/2024
The Quest For Money!
The boys are back with just the two of us and our thoughts! It's been a while! We talk about everything we have been doing and everything we will be doing in the world of comedy!
Don't forget to like, comment, share, subscribe.......AND LISTEN!!
This has been a worthy step in The Quest For Money!!
39:4215/04/2024
Beautiful Dan Can Bang With Us! With Dan Cronin
Today we wax poetic about our first year in comedy, and one of the best things to come of it, is getting to know Beautiful Dan Cronin!
Today he joins us to talk about his first year as well!Join us as we chat about what we have learned, where we have been, where we are going, and of course we go off the rails a bit! Oh, and YouTube! That noise we make with our mouths that you don't like is back, so get that "Hide Open Mic Pain" Button ready!
It has been a years worth of worthy steps towards the Quest for Laughs!
Don't forget to follow, share, like, subscribe, sing our praises, and for the love of all that is holy.....Go follow Dan on Instagram @dcbejokin
01:12:1108/04/2024
Three Holes with Alexis Cristaldi
What's going on everybody, AAANNNDDDD WELCOME! to another episode of Open Mic Pain!
Today we are joined by one of our absolute favorite local comics, Co-Host of the Serving Blunt Podcast with Maddie and Alexis, Alexis Cristaldi!
This is a jam-packed hour where we talk about Alexis's start, we talk favorite mics, we talk bombs, we talk about Gypsy Rose! And that's just the tip!
You can follow Alexis @thatfunnybishhh
Also, don't forget to check out her Podcast, Serving Blunt with Maddie and Alexis!
Listen to both shows, follow Alexis, and us everywhere, like, comment, share, subscribe, and whatever other S letter words that will benefit us.
Also! if you're checking this out on Launch Day, Happy April Fool's! Tonight, Wayne will be down in Milford, MA at Craft Roots Brewing, doing a show with the wonderful people at Delusional Comedy Productions! Come on out and say hi!
It will all be a mighty and worthy step in the Quest for Laughs!!
59:0001/04/2024
School Is In Session: A SPECIAL Conversation with Mike Koutrobis
Today we get schooled!
We sit down Comedian, DJ, Booker, Teacher, and so much more, Mike Koutrobis!
We get to get down and dirty about comedy. Where he started, Where he's been, and where he is going.
We talk about open mics, booked shows, how to get on those shows, Mike's classes that he teaches, AND we pick his brain on the filming of his comedy special!
This is one you don't want to miss!
It was a scholarly step towards the Quest for Laughs!!!
56:5225/03/2024
You Can Call Me Al......Ghanekar!
This week we welcome the very funny Al Ghanekar!
Al is a Comedian from Maine, as well as a booker!
We get very deep into the comedy talk and pick his brain on booking shows, what bookers are looking for, and so much more!
You should take a listen as it is a very worthy step, towards the Quest for Laughs!
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01:08:5718/03/2024
Comedy On Purpose With Alana Foden
This week we sit down with the wonderful Alana Foden!
Alana is a Comic, Booker/Promoter, and sell sex toys!
How does all this intermingle? Listen to find out!
You can catch Alana every third Thursday at SoHo in Hudson, NH!
This month on March 21, at SoHo, you can see Brian Muenzer, Chris Cameron, and George Newton!
On March 23, At Stonebridge Country Club in Goffstown, NH, a free show with dinner! Sara Poulin, Nick Gordon, Phil Douglas, and Chris Tabb
You should also sign up for Alana's e-mail list to keep up to date with all of her awesome shows!! It will definitely be a worthy step towards the Quest for Laughs!!!
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01:13:1510/03/2024
BUM CHUCKS!: The State of the Podcast
This week, Wayne and Anthony have a very, VERY intimate conversation about the podcast.
Not for nothing, it wasn't that intimate...they went off the rails incredibly fast. But you get to sit in and listen to whatever they talked about. I didn't so let me know what it was.....
Although I did hear Rain beating on the bulkhead again.
Does anyone read these? I spend time on these for real. Like real life time. Like...time away from my kid. If anyone actually reads these, let me know by hitting that like button, or subscribing, or commenting. Or hell....send us an email at [email protected]
If you listen weekly and haven't subscribed yet.... I'll be very upset with you....
I'm literally in here typing to say I'm working to stay away from people I don't want to talk to... so don't mind me. I'm pretending to work... but still... like comment and Subscribe!
49:1804/03/2024
Writing Your Own Story with Ed Driscoll
Join us today for this very special episode where we got the opportunity to speak with Emmy Award winning Writer, Comic, Write, and Producer: Ed Driscoll.
We got to learn about his beginnings in comedy, how he got to write for Dennis Miller Live, Writing for Louie a\Anderson, Billy Crystal and more. We chat about some local comedy topics, and even about how he got attacked by Bob Newhart's trash cans.
You don't want to miss this one as it was a truly unbelievable step towards the Quest for Laughs!
You can find anything and everything about Ed Driscoll on his socials below!
Ed Driscoll
Website: eddriscollcomedy.com
Twitter and Instagram: @theeddriscoll
Facebook: www.facebook.com/theeddriscoll
Portfolio: https://writers.work/eddriscoll
Don't forget to pick up Ed's Books as well:
Spilled Gravy
"Laugh Dammit!"
&
Unmoved Chess Pieces
01:08:3826/02/2024
The Most Electrifying Man In Boston Comedy: Tommy Wirez
Join us as we sit down with the Dumb Electrician, Tommy Wirez. We had a great conversation about his new Open Mic in Seabrook, NH, His new podcast that will be releasing soon, how he came up with the Wirez name.....We talk about Monkeys, Dolphins, Anthony's ongoing feuds, and soooooo much more. Make sure you tune in, as it was, indeed, a worthy step in the quest for laughs!
You can follow Tommy everywhere @TommyWirez
Do not forget to like, comment, share, and subscribe!
01:29:2619/02/2024
Mic Talk: How We Prep For Shows!
Due to some technical difficulties, we are a day late, but not a dollar short!
Tune in as we discuss ways we help ourselves prepare for our open mics and our, hopefully more frequent booked shows!
Let us know in the comments how you prepare yourself to get on stage. What rituals do you have? What songs do you pump yourself up with?
Don't forget to Like, Share, and subscribe!
Thank you for listening!!
34:0114/02/2024
Delusions of Comedic Grandeur
Today we talk about our experiences working with Delusional Comedy Productions and some subsequent Open Mics we did, as well as some random banter about Anthony's last name and other things!
Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, Share, and let us know your thoughts!
You can comment below or e-mail us at [email protected]
This episode will definitely be a worthy step towards the quest for laughs!!
51:3905/02/2024
Talking Shit About The King with Connor Ferguson
Join us as we sit down with the very funny Connor Ferguson! We talk about his comedy and acting career, as well as about the king's guard, Wayne's hat, how Connor comes up with his hilarious bit ideas, as well as so much more!
This conversation was a very worthy step towards the Quest for Laughs!!
You can find Connor on Instagram @connorfergusoncomedy
Keep an eye out in a couple months when we will be letting you know about his short film as well!!
Don't forget to Like, Share, Comment, and SUBSCRIBE!
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01:04:1429/01/2024
Drunk Homeless Hulk Hogan Promo With Nick Tocco
Join us as we chat with the very funny local comedian and friend of the show, Nick Tocco! We touch upon Nick's start in comedy, his first joke ever on stage, a mutual interaction with a drunk heckler, Katt Williams, and much more!!
Don't forget to Like, share, subscribe and comment!
01:20:4522/01/2024
OMP Bomb Series: Getting Shot Like Mr Burns
This week, we sit down and reflect on our most recent bombs and embarrassing moments on stage. Everything from Anthony bombing trying to make fun of Wayne, Wayne struggling at the Dancey Safe, Anthony getting called out on stage, and so much more!
Let us know about some of your bombs below!
Don't forget to like, share, comment, and tickle that little subscribe button!
41:4315/01/2024
Special Review: Dave Chappelle: The Dreamer
Join us as we chat, and disagree heavily, about the latest special from quite possibly, our generations greatest comedic mind, Dave Chappelle.
Let us know what you thought of the special, and don't forget to like and subscribe!
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47:0008/01/2024
Building Your Comedy Muscles With Richie T!
Join us this week as we sit down with one of our favorite comic pals, Richie T!
We discuss how Richie started out, we talk about some things we have done together, get some advice, and learn how to build our comedy muscles!
No better way to ring in the New Year!
Don't forget to like, comment, share, and subscribe!
Thank you all!!
54:5001/01/2024
Can Comedy Be Taught? With Dobie Maxwell
Merry Christmas to you all! And Happy 50th Episode to Open Mic Pain!
What better way to celebrate than to be joined by the founder of the Maxwell Method of Comedy, Dobie Maxwell!!
Join us as we discuss how Dobie started out in comedy, how he came to start the Maxwell Method, some of his interactions with the likes of Robin Williams and Jerry Seinfeld.
We pick his brain on some lingering questions we had and take in his 40 years of comedy knowledge.
Check out below for the link to his Facebook page.
If there is one episode you listen for the most advice and bang for your buck, this is it! We found it to be a very worthy step in the Quest for Laughs!!
Please don't forget to like and subscribe, and since it is Christmas, why don't you gift your friends and family the discovery of Anthony and Wayne by sharing as well!!
Have a great Holiday!!
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01:14:3525/12/2023
Mic Talk: The Internet Is Such A Gross Place
Today, Anthony and Wayne talk about what they have done the last few weeks.
They go off the rails a little bit, talking about some heat a comic got online for a joke he wrote (not just Matt Rife), Anthony's beef with a goose, and all the drama surrounding the open mic at Laugh Boston.
Tune in! It will be a worthy step towards the Quest for Laughs!
54:0018/12/2023
Our 9 Month Check In With Justin George
We have officially been born into comedy! Today we are joined by our good friend Justin George to discuss how the last 9 months of comedy have treated us. We look back on what we talked about in our 4 month check in and see if we hit our goals, what our new goals are, improvements, and regressions.
It is a fully packed hour of comedy talk and is certainly a worthy step in the Quest for Laughs!!
01:10:0111/12/2023