Podcast
Rock N LOL
Hosted by ckristofco · EN
A podcast exploring the Philadelphia stand up comedy and rock scenes. Hosted by standup comic Chris Kay and rock guitiarist, Julie Exter of Sacred Monsters, the podcast features interviews with local comedians and rock bands to find out what makes them get up on stage. We want to know what makes local artists tick. Each episode will feature a local artist and a discussion of what makes them, and Philadelphia, unique.
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S1:E22: Comic Eric Preston
May 20, 202500:59:03Tap to summarizeWhat can we say about this episode with Comic Eric Preston? We covered so much ground. We discussed the importance of shared cultural experiences like Tiger King and the overabundance of pandemic sourdough. We discussed Eric's writing process for his unconventional "dad jokes" including the importance of SOLICITED dick picks. We discovered the abundance of voice talent in the Spring City area, and we went on a cultural journay with white women everywhere. This and much more on Rock n LOL. Rock n LOL is a podcast dedicated to the artists and art of the Philadelphia standup comedy and rock communities.
Transcribe →S1:E21: Chicago Handshake
May 6, 202501:01:47Tap to summarizeChris and Julie are back at the Gem talking about rock and comedy. On this week's show: Chris asks The Linda Lindas the ultimate bonus round question Julie talks about creativity and fear of failure We discuss the first guy dumb enough to smoke stuff AND MORE NEW GUN-SHY BUTTERFLY MUSIC! All this plus check out Chris and Julie at upcoming shows. Chris has a show at SoulJoel's in Pottstown competing for Best of the Burbs on May 8, and a show at the Reachout Foundation in Bensalem (FREE SHOW) on the 16th. Julie and Sacred Monsters play the Poetry Lounge in Pittsburgh on May 14 and Frederick Maryland on May 15.
Transcribe →S1:E12: Comic Eric Mount
Feb 12, 202501:07:30Tap to summarizeEric was one of Chris's first comedy friends. And let's face it, he is one of Chris's only friends. Eric started comedy with the mindset that you have to create your own opportunities and that you can do that while building community. We talk about everything from the standup comedy writing process to coconut in candy to the Doozler. Don't miss our show on Thursday February 13 at the Gem in Spring City!
Transcribe →S1:E11: Terminal
Feb 5, 202501:22:01Tap to summarizeThom from Terminal joins us and discusses glam, punk, comedy and what it's like to be bigger than David Hasselhoff in Sweden (Okay, I made that metric up, but it sounds great). Find them on www.terminalnoise.com. Join us for our show on Feb 13 at the Gem in Spring City!
Transcribe →S1:E10: Altruistic Vision
Jan 24, 202501:10:47Tap to summarizeAltruistic Vision isn't just a band. It's a collective of artists who believe in supporting local art and who love performing together. We discuss the Fire, again. We can't escape this venue. Julie revisits her new found wheel well fear. And finally, we discuss the psychology of musicians escaping an zombie apocalypse. Rock n LOL is a podcast about the art and artists in the Philadelphia standup comedy and rock communities.
Transcribe →S1:E9: Comic Lilly Flynn
Jan 9, 202501:18:21Tap to summarizeComic Lilly Flynn got her start in college, at Millesville where our previous guest, Rasheed Wesley Jr. first started standup. After a break, she started again in the same comedy class Chris was in. Since then, Lilly has performed all over the region. Chris and Julie also announced an upcoming comedy show at the Gem presented by the podcast. Thursday, February 13, 2025 see us at the Gem with some great comics.
Transcribe →S1:E8: Monstera
Dec 31, 202401:30:27Tap to summarizeMonstera is a three piece rock band from Philly, and they are amazing. We talk about their band, their irrational hatred of the McRib, and why mental health is so important to them (not in that order). Catch three exclusive performances made just for the pod. Check them out on social media, and remember Rock n LOL Fest on May 10, 2025 at Rivet in Pottstown.
Transcribe →S1:E7: Comic Karen Schwarz
Dec 17, 202401:07:53Tap to summarizeKaren started off the show the right way, with gifts for the hosts. We talk about the McRib (It's becoming a trend) and how Karen started stand up after years as an art teacher. Karen is hosting for Tata Sherise at Soul Joel's on Jan 11, 2025. And don't forget to mark your calendar for May 10, 2025 for the first Rock n LOL Fest at Rivet in Pottstown!
Transcribe →S1:E6: Bees!
Dec 10, 202401:12:39Tap to summarizeWe are joined in the studio this week by Bees! A Philadelphia arcade rock band (listen, you'll understand). BUT FIRST! A huge announcement. Rock n LOL Fest will take place on May 10,m 2025 at Rivet in Pottstown, PA with all of the guests that you hear on the pod. The guys from Bees! introduce you to their sound, and their unique way of approaching music. We talk about their writing process, their near death experiences, and they are the first to be subjected to the dreaded bonus round. Check out the band at @beesphilly on all social media outlets.
Transcribe →S1:E5: Comics Meredith Styer and Rasheed Wesley
Dec 3, 202401:16:47Tap to summarizeWe were going to take the week off, but instead Chris is here with a new episode featuring two very funny people. Meredith started in standup just before Chris. We discuss her comedy origin story, what she has learned so far, what motivates her to do this, and what it's like being a woman in the Philly comedy scene. Follow her on Instagram at @makemelaughmeredith. Rasheed is back from S1:E2 to discuss his trip to Hell Yes Fest (@hellyesfest) and what it was like to open for his comedy hero.
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