Matt Banwart is a stand-up comedian based in Chicago. He hosts the Sticks & Stones Roast Battle at The Lincoln Lodge and you can follow him on Instagram @matt_banwart or on Tik Tok at @mattbanwart. This show is produced by Big Laugh Comedy Network.Thank you to our sponsors, MSW Vitamin Lounge in Austin, Texas and MSW Nutrition. Shop MSW...
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October 6th, 2021 1:21PM
DeTalks with Allison Podcast EP. 14: Matt Banwart
October 5th, 2021 12:30AM
Kill Tony #525: Shane Gillis and Mitch Burrow
This week's new episode of Kill Tony got a little...out there. The names pulled from the hat are probably some of the wildest characters I've ever seen on the show in the same episode. Other fun stuff includes...Drug lessons with Hans KimA push-up contest with David LucasPossibly a guy who doesn't speak English?Yeah, this...
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September 30th, 2021 10:52AM
DeTalks with Allison Podcast, EP. 13: Genivive Clinton & Markus Olind
Genivive Clinton and Markus Olind are stand-up comedians based in Austin, Texas. They met and began their careers in Detroit, and their LA plans were cut short by the pandemic. Now they’re loving the new Texas comedy Mecca and their careers are showing for it, too: Markus has a special on Amazon Prime and Genivive has gotten to open for...
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September 29th, 2021 3:47PM
Kill Tony #524: Kyle Dunnigan and Kurt Metzger
Miss your chance to see Kill Tony live at Vulcan?This week's online stream was another banger, featuring the hilarious duo Kyle Dunnigan and Kurt Metzger. We get some juicy updates from Hans Kim, meet even more new comedians moving to Austin, and even get to see more beers shot-gunned onstage. If you haven't watched yet,...
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September 28th, 2021 1:52PM
The Manager by Ryan Hyatt
The Manager by Ryan HyattJosé is the first they let go, although we can’t agree what that means.“It’s corporate-speak for ‘you suck and we don’t need you anymore,’” he says as we deploy a shipment of toilet paper on Aisle 9.“Don’t sound so pessimistic,” I say, handing him a...
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September 24th, 2021 4:46PM
Billy Procida from The Manwhore Podcast tries Malort Liquor
Let's set the stage for this one really quick: Big Laugh was founded by a proud Chicagoan (why is it spelled that way?) and since there's just so many things people from Chicago are proud of, we wanted to give one of them a shout with this hilarious video.Our friend Matt Slayer from the And Now We Drink Podcast got his friend,...
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September 23rd, 2021 3:10PM
Big Laugh Has Partnered with Hilton Austin
What’s up, funny people? We wanted to announce something pretty awesome: Big Laugh Comedy has partnered up with the Hilton. Yeah, you read that right, the hotel chain. You know, the one who provided Paris with all the funding to be all hot and fabulous and shit. What does this mean for you? Instead of driving home (big...
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September 22nd, 2021 10:35PM
DeTalks with Allison Podcast, EP. 12: Sam Lopez
Sam Lopez is a stand-up comedian and co-host on the Spoil the Beans Podcast, who began her comedy career in New Zealand. She just moved to Austin, Texas from Los Angeles and you can catch her performing all over Texas. Follow her on Instagram at @bestsamlopez. This show is produced by Big Laugh Comedy Network. Thank you to our...
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September 21st, 2021 4:09PM
Kill Tony #523: Alex Jones
Kill Tony delivers every week - and this one is no different. Episode #523 of Kill Tony includes: A first-timer trying stand up (after her son convinced her to sign up)Possibly a date for Hans Kim Bible lessons...and way more. We love hosting this show at Vulcan Gas Co - it's the best way to spend a Monday.If you want to...
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September 21st, 2021 12:49PM
Who to Follow: Jason Rouse
We wanted to share some of our favorite comedians' profiles so more people could meet some of the hilarious folks working in Austin. And there's no better person to start than the king of darkness himself, Jason Rouse. Rouse is a no holds barred, an insane comic who pushes every line possible. He's been a Comedy Store...
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September 17th, 2021 12:35PM
POV: God, Women are NOT Funny
There’s a reason we say “grow a pair” in the comedy industry - and we don’t mean ovaries. Women just aren’t funny. But before I get into that, I guess I should introduce myself and explain why I’m right.My name is Dan, I’m 24 and I’ve been doing comedy for 2 years.I’m a local legend...
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September 16th, 2021 7:31PM
Funny Video: "Do Trumpers Know They're Crazy?"
A little throwback today for you from Leeonarda Jonie, one of the funniest comics coming up in Austin right now. She took to the capitol before the election to interview Trump supporters.And even though it was political humor, everyone was...pretty good-hearted about it?! Check out Leonarda Jonie's Trump Supporter Interviews...
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September 15th, 2021 2:57PM
DeTalks with Allison Podcast, EP. 11: Dean Stanfield
Dean Stanfield is a stand-up comedian and host of the “Hear’s the Deal with Dean Stanfield” Podcast. He is based in Austin, Texas and hosts a series of comedy experience shows that take comedians into “the real Texas” for things like bull riding, bass fishing, BBQ making and more. You can follow him on Instagram...
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September 14th, 2021 11:08PM
Kill Tony #522: Christina Pazsitzky
This episode of Kill Tony is insanity. You don't want to miss Christina Pazsitzky as a guest, either - she gives great advice the whole time. Watch the 3 Kill Tony regulars destroy again, some awkard moments, and a whole lot of crazy. See Kill Tony Episode #522 with Christina P. here:
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September 14th, 2021 11:24AM
Ten Austin comics you need to know
There are a lot of good comics coming up right now in Austin. There’s so much comedy happening every night of the week. It’s insane. We wanted to highlight some of the best working comedians you may not know, but you should. If you’re an Austin local, get out to the shows and give these folks your cash and laugh...
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September 12th, 2021 10:46PM
The Deadly Art of Ali Macofsky
The first thing you'll notice about talking to Ali Macofsky is that she's observant. Like, really observant. She’s sarcastic, biting, and quick. She's got the DNA of the old school like Norm MacDonald, but is distinctive with her candor and deadpan delivery. Macofsky can turn a phrase at breakneck speed, using...
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September 8th, 2021 7:20PM
DeTalks with Allison Podcast, EP. 10: Heather Shaw
Heather Shaw is a stand-up comedian from Orlando who is now based in Austin, Texas. She is known for her Tik Tok videos claiming to be Jim Carey's daughter. You can see her perform comedy all over Texas. Follow her on Instagram at @heathershawiskidding or on Tik Tok at @heathershawwww. This show is produced by Big Laugh Comedy...
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September 7th, 2021 6:01PM
Kill Tony #521 with Joe Rogan + Eleanor Kerrigan
Episode #521 of Kill Tony was another banger at Vulcan Gas Company!This week, the guests are Joe Rogan and Eleanor Kerrigan and the roasts were FLYING.There are some bombs, a first timer to the show (Heather Keith) destroys and Hans Kim might just get another smooch (or three).Don't miss is - watch now right here.Kill Tony Episode #521 - Joe...
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September 7th, 2021 11:56AM
Robin Williams Uncovered Audio (from 2007)
The World Famous Comedy Store dropped a special surprise in celebration of one of the comedy greats for his birthday...An uncovered Robin Williams audio from a surprise set he did in 2007 was posted on YouTube, and this is a great time. Here's to all the comedians who've paved the way to create stand-up as it is today.And it just...
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September 3rd, 2021 12:48PM
Austin Comedy: Boom or Bust? Brandon Lewin on The Afterlaugh with Bill Dawes
What's the deal with comedy in Austin right now? It's been a hot topic since we started producing live shows in Austin last October...and here we are, almost a year later, and it's still the thing making us drop our jaws.How did so many comedians and so much opportunity get here so fast?Is it going to last, or is it a pipe...
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