Welcome to Whiskey Ginger a Wave series presented by Fanduel. Andrew Santino sits down with comedian Aaron Chen for a hilarious and offbeat conversation about stand-up, awkward brilliance, and building a completely unique voice in comedy. They talk about Aaron’s new Netflix special Aaron Chen: Funny Garden, his unconventional delivery, writing jokes that zig when everyone else zags, and why being weird might actually be the smartest move in comedy right now. 🎥 Watch Aaron Chen’s Netflix special Funny Garden now streaming on Netflix. In this episode: • The making of Funny Garden and Aaron’s approach to stand-up • Why awkward timing can be a superpower • Santino and Aaron talk writing, bombing, and embracing weirdness • How originality still cuts through in a crowded comedy world Drop a comment with your favorite Aaron Chen moment. #WhiskeyGinger #AndrewSantino #AaronChen #FunnyGarden #NetflixComedy #ComedyPodcast #StandUpComedy #PodcastClips #comedians ===================================================== This episode is sponsored by: FANDUEL HEAD TO https://fanduel.com/whiskey TO GET STARTED! SQUARESPACE USE PROMO CODE: WHISKEY GET 10% OFF YOUR ORDER https://squarespace.com/whiskey SQUARE USE PROMO CODE: WHISKEY GET 10% OFF YOUR ORDER https://square.com/go/ginger

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Welcome to Whiskey Ginger a Wave series. Andrew Santino sits down with comedian Fiona Cauley for a hilarious and honest conversation about stand-up, confidence on stage, and turning life’s challenges into great comedy. They talk about Fiona’s rise in the stand-up world, developing her voice as a comic, navigating the industry, and how authenticity and perspective can make jokes hit even harder. It’s a sharp, funny, comic-to-comic conversation full of laughs and insight. In this episode: • Fiona’s journey into stand-up comedy • Writing jokes that come from real life • Santino and Fiona talk touring, bombing, and building confidence • Why perspective is everything in comedy Drop a comment with your favorite moment from the episode. #whiskeyginger #AndrewSantino #FionaCauley #ComedyPodcast #StandUpComedy #PodcastClips #Comedians

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Welcome to Whiskey Ginger a Wave series. Andrew Santino sits down with comedian and writer Tommy Brennan for a hilarious conversation about stand-up, writing for television, and the strange path that leads comics from late-night sets to the writers’ room. They talk about Tommy’s time writing at Saturday Night Live, learning how to craft jokes that actually land, and the difference between writing for yourself versus writing for someone else. It’s a great comic-to-comic breakdown of how the industry really works. In this episode: • Weird comedy fans that freak you out • How stand-up makes you a better comedy writer • Being a kids ref & insane parents • Behind-the-scenes comedy writing stories Drop a comment with your favorite Tommy Brennan bit. #WhiskeyGinger #AndrewSantino #TommyBrennan #ComedyPodcast #StandUpComedy #PodcastClips #Comedians ======================================================== This episode is sponsored by: SQUARESPACE USE PROMO CODE: WHISKEY GET 10% OFF YOUR ORDER https://squarespace.com/whiskey Andrew Santino IG: https://instagram.com/cheetosantino Tommy Brennan IG: https://instagram.com/somekidtommy

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Welcome to Whiskey Ginger — a Wave series.

Andrew Santino sits down with comedian and actor Chloe Radcliffe for a sharp, funny conversation about stand-up, finding your voice, and what happens when your real personality becomes the act.

They talk writing jokes that actually connect, the ups and downs of performing, and Chloe’s role in the upcoming Bradley Cooper film Is This Thing On? — plus comedy insecurities, confidence, and learning how to trust your instincts on stage.

🌐 Chloe Radcliffe tour dates & info: https://www.chloeradcliffe.com
📱 Follow Chloe: @chloebadcliffe

In this episode:
• Balancing stand-up and acting
• The making of Is This Thing On?
• Santino and Chloe talk bombing, confidence, and finding your rhythm
• Why honesty still works best in comedy

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Welcome to Whiskey Ginger a Wave series. Andrew Santino sits down with comedian and storyteller Barry Rothbart for a smart, funny conversation about stand-up, self-awareness, and the art of turning everyday awkwardness into big laughs. Special guest appearance of our studio ghosts! 👻 They talk about Barry’s approach to joke writing, navigating the comedy world without losing your voice, and why embracing who you actually are on stage usually works better than chasing trends. It’s a laid-back, comic-to-comic episode with plenty of laughs and insight. In this episode: • Writing honest jokes that don’t try too hard • Finding confidence in your own comedic lane • Touring stories and learning from rough sets • Santino and Barry talk comedy instincts, timing, and perspective Drop a comment with your favorite Barry Rothbart bit. #WhiskeyGinger #AndrewSantino #BarryRothbart #ComedyPodcast #StandUpComedy #PodcastClips #comedians ======================================================== SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR SQUARESPACE USE PROMO CODE: WHISKEY GET 10% OFF YOUR ORDER https://squarespace.com/whiskey

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Welcome to Whiskey Ginger a Wave series. Andrew Santino sits down with comedy legend Todd Barry for a dry, sharp, perfectly uncomfortable conversation about stand-up, touring solo, and why less effort often gets bigger laughs. They talk about Todd’s brand-new stand-up special Domestic Shorthair, his minimalist comedy style, decades on the road, and how confidence, silence, and timing can destroy harder than yelling ever could. 🎥 Watch Todd Barry’s new special Domestic Shorthair (Link Below) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ew97ca0-pVI In this episode: • The philosophy behind Todd’s stripped-down comedy style • Touring alone vs. traveling with other comics • Writing jokes that sound effortless but aren’t • Santino and Todd talk crowd work, restraint, and longevity Drop a comment with your favorite Todd Barry bit. #whiskeyginger #AndrewSantino #ToddBarry #DomesticShorthair #ComedyPodcast #StandUpComedy #PodcastClips #Comedians

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Welcome to Whiskey Ginger a Wave series. Andrew Santino sits down with legendary impressionist and comedian Frank Caliendo for an episode that turns into a masterclass in voices, timing, and controlled chaos. They talk about building iconic impressions, staying sharp after decades in comedy, and why commitment is everything when you’re stepping into someone else’s voice. Frank jumps in and out of characters effortlessly, leaving Santino (and the audience) scrambling to keep up. 🌐 Frank Caliendo tour dates & info: https://www.frankonstage.com IN THIS EPISODE: • How Frank develops and maintains his impressions • The mental speed required to perform at his level • Santino and Caliendo talk comedy longevity and craft • Why impressions still crush when done right Drop a comment with the impression that broke your brain. #WhiskeyGinger #AndrewSantino #FrankCaliendo #ComedyPodcast #StandUpComedy #Impressions #PodcastClips #Comedians ======================================================== SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR SQUARESPACE USE PROMO CODE: WHISKEY GET 10% OFF YOUR ORDER https://squarespace.com/whiskey

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Welcome to Whiskey Ginger a Wave series. Santino sits down with comedian, podcaster, and absolute killer Tom Segura for a no-nonsense, laugh-heavy conversation about conspiracies, gambling rumors, aliens, AI, and what most people don't know about Florida. Strap in! His latest Netflix special Tom Segura: Teacher is out now & be sure to check out his twisted and hilarious show Bad Thoughts also on Netflix. Drop a comment with your favorite Tom Segura bit or special. #whiskeyginger #AndrewSantino #TomSegura #ComedyPodcast #StandUpComedy #PodcastClips #comedians

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Welcome to Whiskey Ginger — a Wave series. Andrew Santino sits down with comedy legend Earthquake for a raw, hilarious conversation about stand-up, longevity, and telling the truth on stage no matter who it makes uncomfortable. They talk about Earthquake’s Netflix special Earthquake: Legendary, his decades in comedy, the difference between old-school comics and today’s scene, and why authenticity always wins. This episode is packed with perspective, big laughs, and real comedy history. Watch Earthquake’s Netflix special Earthquake: Legendary now streaming In this episode: • Earthquake on building a long-lasting comedy career • Stories from the road and the early days of stand-up • Why honesty still matters more than trends • Santino and Earthquake talk comedy, culture, and crowd control #WhiskeyGinger #AndrewSantino #Earthquake #EarthquakeLegendary #ComedyPodcast #StandUpComedy #PodcastClips #Comedians

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Welcome to Whiskey Ginger — a Wave series. Andrew Santino sits down with comedian and writer Phil Hanley for a sharp, funny conversation about stand-up, writing, and why precision matters more than volume in comedy. They talk about Phil’s book Spellbound, the discipline behind joke construction, crowd work that actually works, and how subtlety can hit just as hard as chaos. It’s a comic-to-comic episode loaded with insight, laughs, and real stand-up shop talk. Rest in peace Bob Weir. Phil Hanley’s book: Spellbound Phil Hanley’s website & tour dates: https://www.philhanley.com In this episode: • Writing jokes with intention and restraint • The balance between crowd work and prepared material • How Spellbound came together • Santino and Phil break down what separates good comics from great ones #whiskeyginger #AndrewSantino #PhilHanley #Spellbound #ComedyPodcast #StandUpComedy #PodcastClips #Comedians

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Welcome to Whiskey Ginger — a Wave series. Andrew Santino sits down with comedian, writer, and Midwest legend Charlie Berens for a hilarious conversation about regional comedy, family, work ethic, and why being “nice” can still absolutely destroy on stage. They dig into Charlie’s brand-new stand-up special Neighborly, now out on YouTube, the stories behind the hour, and how leaning into where you’re from can turn into a massive comedy career. 🎥 Watch Charlie Berens’ new special Neighborly (out now on YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zqv-yKgUbCA&t=44s 🎤 See Charlie Berens live & tour dates: https://www.charlieberens.com 🎧 Check out Charlie’s podcast “Cripescast.” #whiskeyginger #AndrewSantino #CharlieBerens #Neighborly #ComedyPodcast #StandUpComedy #PodcastClips #comedians SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR SQUARESPACE USE PROMO CODE: WHISKEY GET 10% OFF YOUR ORDER https://squarespace.com/whiskey

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