Welcome to the NEW STUDIO! 🎉 featuring Stephen Michael James, Rob Conroy, and the Legendary Jim Gedney 😂🎤 In this epic 69th episode, Stephen finally steps into the fancy new studio (he’s still figuring out how to not trip over cables) 🎧😂, joined by his unofficial co-host Rob Conroy (who’s basically the chaos mascot) 🤪, and for the FIRST time ever, Stephen’s dad, Jim Gedney—because what’s life without a little family chaos? 👨‍👦🔥

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We kick things off with a family history lesson on the name “Gedney”—which, honestly, sounds like a sneeze 🤧—and Jim’s wild ride from being born as Stacy, getting adopted, and living through the mellow 70s in Northern California 🌲🌿. Jim spills the beans on his first joint (spoiler: he was terrible at it) and shares stories about running away as a teen and ending up in Corpus Christi, TX—because apparently, that’s what you do when you’re rebellious and don’t want to adult anymore 🤷‍♂️🌵.

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Then, things get spicy as we chat about cocaine in the 80s, Jim’s meth adventures (don’t try this at home, folks), and Rob’s wild tales of homelessness, drug psychosis, and somehow surviving it all without ending up on a reality TV show 🤯🙃. Jim also takes us on a tour of his years driving tour buses for big-name bands like Phish, Paul McCartney, Pink!, and Aerosmith—somehow managing not to get kicked out or arrested (mostly) 🎸🚚.

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The conversation gets even crazier when we talk about trying DMT someday (because why not?), and Rob shares some trippy stories from his own psychedelic misadventures 🌌🌀. Stephen drops a bomb about his brothers and his son Jesse—who managed to get arrested crossing state lines with 7 lbs of weed and STILL never spent a day in jail (seriously!) 🚔💚.

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Rob chimes in with more wild stories from his drug-fueled past—because if we’re not embarrassing ourselves, are we even doing this right? 😂 Then, we wrap up with some laughs about our recent New Year, New Jokes show at Tacoma Comedy Club, and a hilarious segment watching the internet’s craziest clips—because if you can’t laugh at the chaos, what’s the point? 🤣📱

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This episode is a rollercoaster of redemption, family drama, and "how the hell did we survive that?" moments. Stephen finally gets to share his dad’s story—and honestly, I think Jim should get his own Netflix special after this. 🎥🔥

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HAPPY NEW YEAR! 🎉🎊🥳

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Welcome to Episode 68 of Comedy Simp — Seattle’s favorite comedy podcast! 🎙️😂 Host Stephen Michael James is down in Tacoma for the New Year, New Jokes show 🎭✨ and decided to swing by comedian James Fitz' house 🏡🤣 for a hilarious and laid-back sitdown! We’re talking all things comedy, family, and life — from the origins of James’ last name, “Fitzmaurice” 🧓🔠, to legendary Fitz comics like Quinn Fitzgerald, Greg Fitzsimmons, and more! 💥🎤

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James shares his journey growing up in Washington 🏞️, starting out in Bellingham 🎒, moving to Portland 🌲, and finally settling in Tacoma with his brother 🏡👊. But here’s the story: after his brother moved out 🏃‍♂️🔑, two of the “Tacoma Boys” 🧢🎙️ — local comics and good friends — moved into James’ house, turning it into a comedy home! 🏠🎉 And on the day I recorded this episode, those two roommates were literally moving out! 🚚📦

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They also get into the recent “cancellation” of some Seattle comics in 2024 🚫🎭, how those rescheduled gigs opened doors for collaborations with comedy legends like Jim Florentine 🎤, Luis J Gomez 🎧, and Kurt Metzger 🎙️🔥. Plus, they compare the stand-up scenes in Seattle 🏙️ and Tacoma 🏡 — what’s hot, what’s not, and the crazy stories from the road! 🚗💨

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James opens up about a health scare from last year involving a blood clot 🩸😱— how he faced it head-on and where he’s at now 💪✨. He also shares a surprising fact: his favorite comedian is Bill Cosby 🧓🎤— despite the scandals, he still looks up to Cosby’s work and impact on comedy. 🏆🤔 James explains why Cosby’s style and storytelling resonate with him.

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He offers some inspiring advice on overcoming challenges and staying positive ❤️🌟. Then, James drops some serious wisdom on how to break through as a comic 🎤🔥, craft killer sets 🧠🎙️, and keep the laughs coming! 😂📝

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This episode is packed with humor, heartfelt stories, and real talk about the comedy hustle 🎭💼. Whether you're a die-hard comedy fan or just looking for some good vibes and laughs, you’re in for a treat!

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In episode 67 of the 🎙️ COMEDY SIMP PODCAST, host Stephen Michael James returns to Simp Studios, cozy in front of a 🔥 fire with hot buttered rum 🥃 on a chilly winter evening ❄️. After a few weeks away, Stephen checks in, thanking his listeners for making the last episode the highest viewed yet 📈🔥. He shares his recent attempts at recording new episodes that didn’t quite pan out, including catching Greg Beachler’s (Roastbusters) live taping at Tacoma Comedy Club 🎤 and attending a local show in Everett 🎭. Despite a canceled podcast, Stephen reflects on what truly separates great comedians from headliners — personality and authenticity ✨🤩.

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At 40, Stephen emphasizes having no time for drama 🚫🕺, especially after waking up with a mysterious thumb pain 🤕🤚. He takes listeners through a candid month-by-month journey of 2025 📅, recounting comedy gigs, open mics 🎙️, hospital stays 🏥, pet losses 🐶🐱, financial struggles 💸💔, and family illnesses ❤️‍🩹. Highlights include performances at New Year’s 🎉 with fresh jokes, opening for Cat Ce 🐱, Tapped Out Comedy, Back Booth Bullies, Club Comedy Pro audition 🎤, and more. He shares his emotions throughout the year and discusses the significance of ending the Whiskey Mile 🥃 and Shanghai Room open mics in the local comedy scene 🎭.

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The episode also features a fun segment as Stephen reveals his top 10 films of 2025 🎬, including Weapons, A Minecraft Movie, and Y2K 🚀. He chats about fixing a garage door problem 🚪🔧 and upcoming plans to upgrade his studio space 🎧🏡. Wrapping up, Stephen offers a heartfelt look back at 2025 🌟, sharing lessons learned and hopes for the year ahead ✨🎉.

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🎉 Get ready to LAUGH YOUR FACE OFF 🤣🤣 because Episode 66 of COMEDY SIMP is HERE! 🎙️🔥🔥 Host Stephen Michael James is BACK with his UNOFFICIAL co-host, the ONE and ONLY Rob Conroy, all the way from Simp Studios in Granite Falls, WA! 🌲🤪🌟 This hour-long, RAPID-FIRE comedy explosion 💥✨ features two PNW comedians diving headfirst into Rob’s WILD, INSANE trip to SKANKFEST: NEW ORLEANS! 🍹🎉🎭🎊

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🤫 Rob spills ALL the tea ☕️—how it all started, when he decided to go, and how much money he spent 💸💸 (spoiler: probably more than your rent 😂💀). From meeting up with fellow comic Jake E Tee 👊✨, to a drunken night of DEBAUCHERY so crazy it could only happen in NOLA 🍾🎭💃, Rob recounts wandering the streets like a LOST tourist 🧭🤪, getting LOCKED OUT of his hotel 🏨🔓, hanging with homeless folks 🧓👵, and making friends with everyone he met—including the local cr*ckheads 😜🧙️💥.

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🗣️ He also chats about linking up with San Diego comic Wes Brenner, from the Wesside Stories Podcast 🎙️, almost missing the festival because they didn’t have his info (classic Wes 😅), and snagging volunteer jobs that basically involved being the festival’s MOST IMPORTANT staff members! 🧑‍🌾🎟️🙌

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🔥 But hold onto your beignets 🥖, because the REAL chaos begins with a night Rob calls “Satanic Ritual” 🤡🔥—featuring a NUDIST roast with comedians like Zac Amico, Uncle Lazer, and Jason Ellis 🧙️🤪. Duncan Trussell even got the crowd chanting “Hail Satan” 🖤✝️, and there was a sanctioned FIGHT between Uncle Lazer and Jason Ellis that was so intense, it made UFC look like a pillow fight! 🥊😂🔥

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🤭 Rob also dives into Jason’s “member” size 🍆 (no joke!), Ellis’s decision to CHOMP a bluechew before the fight 🍬🤔, and meeting comedy LEGENDS like Doug Stanhope in the green room 🧟‍♂️🎤. Plus, hilarious stories of Jake E Tee taking selfies with Tony Hinchcliffe and Shane Gillis 📸🙄—you won’t believe what went down! 🤯

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🚀 His SKANKFEST adventure was FULL of drugs 💊, insanity 🤯, and CHAOS — he didn’t even perform standup 😱 (GASP!)—but he explains WHY it was still a LEARNING EXPERIENCE that changed his life! 🧠✨

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Meanwhile, Stephen talks about a local show he hit up last week 🎤🎟️ and shares some WILD future plans for their comedy journey 🚀🔥.

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Are you ready for Episode 65 of the COMEDY SIMP PODCAST? Join host Stephen Michael James 🎤🤪 as he sits down with one of the most prolific comics in the Pacific Northwest 🌲✨, Narin Vann! This hour-long, rapid-fire episode is packed with laughs, stories, and genuine conversations about life, comedy, and more! 😂🔥

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The episode kicks off with a blueberry sour ale 🍺🫐, as the guys talk about Narin’s hilarious stand-up set at El Cid in Everett 🎙️, produced by local comic JR Berard. They jump into Narin’s podcast ROASTBUSTERS 🔥🎤, which he hosts with fellow PNW headliner Greg Beachler, sharing insights about roasting, comedy scenes, and how mushrooms keep it fun.

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They reminisce about 90s pro wrestling 🤼‍♂️, Nu Metal 🎸, and joke about the Vince McMahon controversy 😅—all while discovering how both Narin and Stephen, both Virgos ♍️, tend to get along well (except for McMahon’s antics 😉).

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Narin shares how he started comedy on a dare 🎲 at a Battle of the Bands 🎤, how he went viral 📱 with a sketch, and some big milestones in his career 🏆. He talks about his passion for supporting the local scene 🌱, helping open micers 🙌, and producing shows to give new comics a platform 🎟️.

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They discuss travel adventures ✈️ in Thailand 🇹🇭, his desire to return to Japan 🇯🇵, and how Laos 🇱🇦 surprisingly has no comedy scene at all. Narin shares a funny Chad Daniels story 😆 and discusses tailoring jokes for different audiences 🎭, including strategies for corporate gigs 💼.

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Stephen asks about Narin’s unexpected side gig as a wedding officiant 💍😂, showing hilarious photos 📸 and stories about dealing with bridezillas 👰😅. The episode concludes with talk about Roastamania 🔥—the roast battle show at Tacoma Comedy Club 🎤—and tips for getting on the show 🎟️.

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Finally, they touch on the differences between TikTok comics 📱🎙️ and stand-up comedians 🎭, emphasizing that selling tickets 🎟️💰 is the key to success in comedy.

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🎉 Roastamania — Tacoma Comedy Club

🗓️ 11/30/2025 at 7pm

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Get ready for an another hilarious episode of COMEDY SIMP, with your favorite ridiculous duo! 🤩🤪 Episode 64 has Stephen Michael James 🎤 and Rob Conroy 🎭 back at SIMP STUDIOS for the first time since their hilarious “Trip Sitters” comedy show! 🎉✨ They share all the behind-the-scenes stories, crazy moments, and wild adventures from the show and beyond! 🚀🌟

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Rob spills the tea on his UFO sighting 👽👀, talks about his spooky Halloween 🎃👻, and shares a hilarious night doing Karaoke 🎤 in Auburn, WA with his friend (and past guest) Jake E Tee. 🎶🕺 Stephen recaps his rainy trick-or-treating 🍬🌧️ with his daughter, and Rob recounts a bizarre gig where a “vampire” heckler 😱🧛‍♂️ wasn't a fan of comedy—until another comic roasted Charlie Kirk! 🔥😂

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Stephen also chats about visiting family in Oregon for his mom’s birthday 🎂🍾, eating at Olive Garden 🍝🍷, and getting sick 🤢 later—classic family trip! They both reflect on their love for comedy ❤️🤣 but admit the grind can be exhausting 😩🎭. Stephen shares recent shows he attended, like “They’re Just Jokes” in West Seattle 🎟️😎, while Rob reminisces about his trip to Austin, TX for stand-up 🎙️🤠.

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The conversation turns to the "slow decline of stand-up comedy" 📉🎤—is it becoming more underground and less mainstream? 🤔🕶️ They explore how comedy’s place in pop culture is shifting, and what it means for the future of the art form. 🌎🎭

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And to top it all off, the last 20 minutes are a handful of crazy internet clip reactions 🖥️🤯—laughs, shock, and pure chaos! 😂🔥

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Episode 63 of COMEDY SIMP is here. Host Stephen Michael James 💥 chats with rising star Xavier Smith 🎤 in West Seattle 🏙️ right after Xavier’s self-produced show “They’re Just Jokes” 🎭🎶. They kick back in a random building and dive into a lively, spontaneous conversation about comedy, basketball, growing up, and life stories 🌟. Expect laughs, surprises, and honest insights from two passionate comedians from different backgrounds! 😄✨

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🧩 Xavier talks about his weekly show 🎤, bringing together talented comedians, sketch comedy, and live music 🎸🎤. He shares how it’s become a local staple, highlighting the effort behind creating a space for new voices and fresh laughs. The show’s all about community and creativity! 🙌

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🔥 Stephen recalls a wild night at the Shanghai Room 😅🙃 when Xavier was featuring, and how the crowd wasn’t feeling the other comics 🎭. He talks about Xavier’s resilience and how that night still gets laughs—an example of how comedy can be unpredictable but rewarding.

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🌧️ Xavier shares his journey growing up in Seattle 🌲 and how he came into comedy later in life ⏳🎙️. His story proves that it’s never too late to pursue your passion and find your true calling.

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🤔 Xavier asks Stephen what kind of “white” he is, sparking a funny discussion about identity, stereotypes, and cultural differences. They reflect on humor’s power to connect across boundaries.

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🌍 Xavier’s basketball career overseas 🏀 — playing in Greece, Portugal and Slovakia 🇸🇰 — is full of eye-opening stories. He talks about searching for McDonald’s 🍟 to feel at home and balancing sports with comedy. His journey shows how humor kept him grounded abroad.

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😱 Stephen jokes about the movie “Hostel” 🛏️ and how it probably did Slovakia no favors 🏚️. They laugh about the wild misconceptions horror movies can create about different countries.

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🌙 They bond over late-night comedy legends like Conan 🎩 and Ferguson 🎙️, reminiscing about how those shows inspired their careers and shaped their comedic outlooks.

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🎤 They analyze the cast of “They’re Just Jokes” 💪, sharing what makes each comic stand out and their excitement for the scene’s future.

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🎃 Michael Jackson 🕺, childhood Halloween memories 👻, future plans 🚀, and more reveal their personal sides and sources of inspiration outside comedy. It’s a mix of humor, reflection, and ambition.

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🔥👻 Welcome to EPISODE 62 of the COMEDY SIMP PODCAST! 👻🔥 This is officially our LONGEST episode EVER — clocking in at 1 hour and 45 minutes of non-stop laughs, horror, and pop culture madness! 🎉🎃 Halloween is coming up... and it’s Stephen’s FAVORITE holiday! 🎃👑 Get ready for a spooky, fun-filled episode that’s packed with tricks, treats, and terrifying tales! 👻🍬

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In this haunted, hilarious episode, Stephen Michael James invites his good friend Jake E Tee to Simp Studios for a ghoulish hangout! 🧟‍♂️🧟‍♀️ They start off dressed in Halloween masks 🎭, doing a parody of an old-school horror TV show 📺👻, but after a minute, they reveal their faces and get into the real spooky fun! 😄

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They kick things off talking about Halloween 🎃👻, their costumes 👗🎩, and then go on a wild rant about the Chucky series 🧸🔥. Jake shares a hilarious story about a costume he made when he was part of a “SHOWER DRINKING TEAM” 🚿🥤😂.

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Next, they discuss Jared Leto’s Joker 🤡 and compare all the actors who’ve played the Clown Prince of Crime in movies 🎬🃏. Stephen drops some fascinating facts about Halloween 2025 🎃💰 — including projected spending 💸, top costumes 🦸‍♂️🧟‍♀️, and more!

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Then, they dive into the IMDB Top 100 Horror Movies of All Time 🎥👹, breaking down each film’s impact on pop culture 🌎🎭, behind-the-scenes stories 🎬📝, and personal memories 🧠❤️.

Horror characters discussed:

🧟‍♂️ Freddy Krueger

🪓 Jason

🔪 Michael Myers

⚙️ Pinhead

🧸 Chucky

🔦 The Shining

💥 Final Destination

👽 Alien

🐑 Silence of the Lambs

It’s a horror history lesson you don’t want to miss — perfect for getting in the spooky spirit! 🎃👻

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Later, Stephen shares about his recent mushroom comedy show “Trip Sitters” 🍄🎤, talking about the event, performers, attendance, and future plans 🚀✨. The guys also chat about the current comedy scene in Seattle 🎙️🌧️ and Stephen’s upcoming projects that mix comedy with other creative ventures 🎭🎨.

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This episode is packed with laughs 😂, horror talk 🧟‍♂️, and pop culture love ❤️ — a perfect treat for comedy fans and horror enthusiasts alike!

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