Hey everyone, this week on the podcast we have my friend Paul Farahvar! Paul is a stand up comic based in Chicago and he also runs a podcast about dating/being single called Singles Only. You can listen to that on Soundcloud or iTunes! Check out Paul's website and see if you can catch him at an upcoming performance. https://www.paulfcomedy.com

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Episode 57: Paul Farahvar

Hey everyone! This weeks podcast featured my lovely friend Monica Andrade! Monica is a stand up comic, punk rock and DIY enthusiast. Monica and I have been friends since she started stand up! It was a really great time having her on the podcast. You can check out the show she coproduces call High Tea in Logan Square and follow her and the show on Facebook for updates about performances and lineups!

Episode 56: Monica Andrade

Hey everyone, this podcast is coming out late because I've been under the weather. This podcast features a long time friend and stand up colleague, and fellow musician, Mark Johnson. Mark is a stand up comic that lives in the same suburb that I do. We have been friends since high school and can be seen playing Pokemon Go in downtown Frankfort IL. You can see Mark do stand-up around the Chicagoland area. You can see his band 'The Radiations' perform regularly around the same area. Give Mark a follow on facebook, he's always generating new memes and other content. Great conversation.

Episode 55: Mark Johnson

Hey everyone, Derek Moulds is the guest this week! This guy is so easy to talk to. We have a great discussion about dating, comedy, and a bunch of other stuff. You should check out the showcase he runs at Spyner's called 'Derek and Derek' also give his page a like on Facebook! Please rate review and subscribe on iTunes! And pick up my record 'Hopefully All Good Things,' wherever you buy albums!

Episode 54: Derek Moulds

Hey everyone! This week on the podcast we have one of my closest friends, Joe Klomes. Joe and I used to play in a band together 10 years ago. Joe is still in the music scene playing in the band Droughts, and his new band Mush. Joe is a bisexual male, graphic designer, husband, dad, and all around great guy. Joe was really open on the podcast about coming out, being authentic with himself, and being transparent to those around him about wants, needs, and the balance of a well rounded life. You can follow Joe on instagram @_unproductive or on twitter @_unproductive

Episode 53: Joseph Klomes

Hey everyone! This week on the podcast we have one of my favorite people I've met since moving back to the suburbs. She runs an amazing open mic on Tuesday's in the Speakeasy of Moe Joe's in Downtown Plainfield. She is also a producer on one of the best suburban showcases, Shots and Giggles, at The Drunken Donut in Joliet, IL. We discuss bad dates, stalking, and what it's like to end a marriage. Aimee is wonderful and you should follow her on all her social media and check out her podcast The Happy Corner, which streams on Twitch, and is available on all the podcast apps!

Episode 52: Aimee Blaze

We are back, after a long break here is season 3 of Best Date Ever. This episode is really important to me because my friend Deanna took time out of her extremely busy schedule to come out to the suburbs and interview me for the podcast. We have banter, we argue, it's a very good episode. I'm excited to be back in the swing of things. Please rate, review and subscribe on iTunes, and while you're there buy my stand up comedy album 'Hopefully All Good Things.'

Episode 51: Kyle Parks

Hey everyone! Episode 50 I brought a therapist on to talk about dating and intimacy. My friend Jessica is a licensed clinician working with individuals and couples! She is a fan of the show and we get to talk mental health, dating, and relationships. It's a really fun one and I'm so glad I got to have her on! We made it to 50 episodes! Thanks so much for following the show, attending shows when you can, and writing in. I love this so much and I'm so happy people listen.

Episode 50: Jessica McCormack

Hey everyone! This week on the podcast we have Adam Kroshus! I was happy to finally get him on the show to tell a story I had heard about but never seen him perform live before. I really enjoy watching Adam's stand-up and really enjoyed our conversation. You can see Adam all over Chicago performing stand-up most nights of the week. You can reach out to him on Facebook, or on twitter @insecurecomic

Episode 49: Adam Kroshus

Hi everyone! This one has been a long time coming! I met Brendan his first few weeks doing comedy. Glad I finally got him on the podcast. We talk about hosting a podcast, following your dreams, setting reasonable goals, and sticking with them. You can follow Brendan on twitter @BrendanGay92 and Instagram @BrendanGay give him a follow! It's worth it to follow him around on his comedy journey!

Episode 48: Brendan Gay

Hi everyone! This week on the podcast I talk to my friend Reena Calm! Reena is a stand up comic that is perpetually on tour and super funny. She has been hosting the Three Dead Moose open mic in Chicago for 7 years and has been super supportive of new comics in the scene. We talk mostly about going on the road, logistics, and we sneak some dating stuff in there as well! Go see Reena do stand up live! She's probably coming to a city near you relatively soon! Follow her on twitter @ReenaCalm and Instagram @reenacalm

Episode 47: Reena Calm

Hi everyone! This week on the podcast we have comedian Elise Fernandez! We talk about touring, finding characteristics that make a person more able to function within comedy and of course dating! Elise is great and you should check her out all over Chicago. You can follow her on instagram @whos_your_Navidaddy and Twitter @Im_ur_navidaddy She's great!

Episode 46: Elise Fernandez

Hey everyone! We have a new episode featuring the very funny Jennie Mac! She was a pleasure to talk to and our conversation was really fun. Jennie came prepared with post-its so you know she meant business. We talk about dating in Oregon, and weird stuff people will say to you after a comedy show. You can follow Jennie on twitter @intravertednips and instagram @jnemac

Episode 45: Jennie Mac

Hi everyone! This week on the podcast we have a great conversation with Rachel Barnes. Rachel is moving to Philadelphia to teach college kids! We talk about comedy, dating, and life. She's great and you can reach out to her on social media on twitter @sprachel and instagram @racheybarnes hopefully you can see her perform before she moves!

Episode 44: Rachel Barnes

Hi everyone! Long time no listen! I've been out and about visiting LA and performing stand up so I haven't had a chance to post one of these in a while! This is a great episode for a come back! Check out my conversation with Kristopher Bottrall where we talk about Drag Queens, performing arts, and the fun that it is to go to a Drag show. You can follow them on instagram @kristopurrrrrr or watch them perform drag under the name Kalli Mauri in Chicago or a city near you!

Episode 43: Kristopher Bottrall (Kalli Mauri)

This is a podcast where comedian Kyle Parks uses his interviewing skills to talk to comedians, musicians, artists, and interesting people about the best and worst date they've ever been on. We also discuss relationships in general.

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