Josh Blue returns for the third time to this podcast! Josh has become one of The Comedy Castle’s biggest and most popular acts over the years and his laid back, nothing serious demeanor shows here in this interview. Joel asks Josh about the pressure of doing TV competition shows, his love of creating art, how he remembers all of his material and more. Josh even says getting warmed up is easy – you just get high! We love Josh and you will too! Tix can be found at the links below. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts or Stitcher Visit comedycastle.com for tick ..read more

It’s a double interview show, with headliner Ralph Harris and feature act Sal Demilio. Sal’s up first, telling us about living with his father at an older age, sharing Louie Anderson stories and giving you his 100% sure-fire Super Bowl predictions. Then Ralph tells you all about why he’s working cruise ships and loving it, how he turned his hilarious impression of his grandfather into its own show, and how he may – or may not – have a beef with Cheech & Chong. Tix for this week’s shows can be found at the link below. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts or Stitche ..read more

Gus Constantellis got his start in comedy by (almost) winning a contest – not the easiest or most straightforward route to success, but successful he is. Gus tells Joel about how TikTok and an impression of his mother opened up his fanbase and how his children’s TV writing career has taken a new and exciting turn. Also, comedians doing OnlyFans is a thing, just don’t look for Gus, or Joel, on there anytime soon. Gus plays an early, age 13-and-up show this Sunday. Tix can be found at the link below. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts or Stitcher Visit comedycast ..read more

Matt Braunger is known as one of the country’s best comics and one of the funniest podcast guests. So the pressure is on Joel to make it a good one, and thankfully – almost completely due to Matt – it is. Matt compares Detroit with his hotbed of Portland, tells you how the Chicago comedy scene shaped his act, and riffs on why guys named Robert are called Rob and not Bob. Funny stuff! Also, find out why Matt aped Bob Seger for his album cover, and it’s great. Matt has five shows this weekend at the club. Tickets can be found at the link below. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcast ..read more

Isabel Hagen was a gigantic hit in her last visit to the club two years ago. she returns to this show to talk with Joel about using her viola on The Tonight Show, the Mormons saving comedy, the secret life of Broadway orchestra musicians, and Joe List’s punchable face (Joel said it, actually). Isabel has five shows this weekend at the club. Tix can be found at the link below. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts or Stitcher Visit comedycastle.com for tickets and more information ..read more

As we say goodbye to 2022, Tom McCarthy has a goodbye of his own for fans of this podcast. Listen as Tom and producer – and new host! – Joel Fragomeni, share a retrospective of Tom’s best interviews, laugh about how nutty TJ Miller is, and reflect fondly on interviewing some of the biggest names in stand-up comedy. Highlights include Dave Attell, Chris Kattan, Mick Foley, and the late Ricarlo Flanagan. Goodbye to Tom! You’re the best! Jackie Kashain performs at the club January 5th to 7th 2023. Tix can be found at the link below. Tom’s interview with Jackie from January 2022 can be found right ..read more

A local boy done really, really good.  From early success with his appearance on NBC’s “Last Comic Standing” to his current success on the popular “Louder With Crowder” show, it’s been a pleasure to watch his career grow.  His most recent album “Nimble Fingers” is a must listen and we are honored and excited to have him record his new special right here at Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle. Tix for Dave’s shows on December 8th – 10th are going quick – get them at the link below. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts or Stitcher Visit comedycastle.com for ..read more

Long before he became famous for the hit tv show “Cash Cab”, Ben Bailey was cutting his chops on the New York Comedy Scene.  He was an accomplished comic with some serious credits long before breaking through on television.  We are so excited that he’s out touring again and performing stand-up.  Check out his new show on YouTube @9:00 on Sunday nights, “The Big New Show.” There’s five shows with Ben this weekend at the club. Tix and more info at the link below. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts or Stitcher Visit comedycastle.com&n ..read more

Kevin Lepine is the long time star of “Hypnosis Unleashed THE Vegas Hypnosis Show” at the Four Queens Hotel in Downtown Las Vegas.  He is also a long time favorite of the Comedy Castle.  One of the most unique acts to come through on an annual basis, his incredible blend of comedy and hypnosis is not to be missed! Kevin performs at The Comedy Castle for one night, Tuesday October 18th. Tix can be found here. For more info on Kevin, his Las Vegas show and to watch a 30-minute sampler show and get exclusive downloads please visit this site. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Goo ..read more

Nate Craig returns to the Castle this weekend and we couldn’t be more excited. “Preferred Customer” remains one of our favorite stand up albums of the last decade and Nate gives us the scoop on his upcoming release. Solid, cynical observational comedy at it’s best.  It’s no wonder Bill Burr selected him as his opener for theaters and arenas. Local comic Robyn Gilleran also stops by.  She’s opening for Nate this weekend and is a fixture on the Detroit and Southeast Michigan comedy scene and has a unique and interesting story on her journey to the  stage. Tix for this we ..read more

A lot of buzz and heat in the comedy world for this week’s guest Eric Neumann.  A breakout spot on ” The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon” and three stand out records to his name, he’s a likable comic with killer jokes and smooth delivery.  Looking forward to his Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle debut on October 19th. Tix for Eric’s one-night only appearance can be found at the link below. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts or Stitcher Visit comedycastle.com for tickets and more information ..read more

Dustin Nickerson has a great new album called “Overwhelmed” and is the host of a terrific podcast, “Don’t Make Me Come Back There“.  This is his second appearance on the Castle podcast and he proves that nice guys and clean comics do have a point of view worth hearing.  We also have a great conversation with the director of the Furniture Bank of Southeastern Michigan, Rob Boyle.  He talks about all the good work they are doing in the community and promotes their big fundraiser here at the Castle on October 13th. Info for the fundraiser can be found at the Furniture Bank’s link a ..read more

You gotta love a dog lover!  We know Mike Brody and his dogs Daisey, Frosty, and Moe from his excellent Dry Bar special, “Not of Afraid of Butterflies.”  He also has an excellent album out, “Sell Me a Bridge.”  A veteran of the fertile Twin Cities comedy scene and now a staple on Cruise Ships, Mike Brody is as funny as Midwest nice gets! Catch Mike from October 6th to 8th at The Comedy Castle. Tix at the link below. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts or Stitcher Visit comedycastle.com for tickets and more information ..read more