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LA comedian Shane Mauss sat down with us for a great Prequel where he discussed all things pre-comedy.  He was a bit of a wild child with run-ins with the law that was driven by alcohol - eventually starting in Boston.  We are glad he survived it all to become one of our favorite comedians.  Shane has a new special coming out in 2014 so lookout for that release on www.shanemauss.com and follow him on twitter @shanecomedy.  Enjoy this episode!

LA based comedian Fahim Anwar sat down with us this week to discuss his childhood.  Yet another comedian with an early start in comedy, this episode covered Fahim's ambitious ability to produce shows as well as the idea of a "mega mosque".  Catch his sketch comedy group www.goatfacecomedy.com, follow him on twitter @fahimanwar and check out his live performance dates at www.fahimanwar.com. Please enjoy this episode!

As a Los Angeles based comic, artist, musician, actress, & writer, Melissa Villasenor sat down with us to discuss her short life before comedy. A great interview with several breakout song sessions and wonderful childhood stories.  We love her. Her EP is coming out soon, please follow her on @melissavpees and check out her tour schedule at http://melissavillasenor.virb.com/.  Enjoy!

Annie Lederman sits down to talk about growing up as the badass twin. She discusses having problems with human touch and being kicked off her own mom's little league team. Annie is a Chelsea Lately regular and one of our regulars at our Westside Comedy Theater's Unnecessary Evil. She's a nationally touring headliner so catch her in your city and follow her on twitter @annielederman 

Comedian OWEN SMITH has performed stand-up on "Conan", "Comedy Central's "Premium Blend", "Russell Simmons Presents: The Ruckus", HBO's "Def Comedy Jam", BET's "Comic View", and at Montreal's prestigious "Just For Laughs Comedy Festival." He is a regular comedian at the World Famous Comedy Store in Hollywood, CA and the famed Comedy Cellar in New York City. Material from Owen’s hour long comedy special “Anonymous”, plays in heavy rotation on all the comedy stations on Sirrus/XM Radio.

In addition to his stand-up comedy work, Owen is an accomplished television writer who's recent credits include: The Conan O'Brian produced late night variety show "Deon Cole's Black Box"; and NBC's primetime sitcom "Whitney". He was also a writer and guest star actor on the Chris Rock hit sitcom "Everybody Hates Chris" and on the Ice Cube series "Are We There Yet?"

Owen is also a widely-recognized comedic commercial actor who's work has included principle roles in the long-running State Farm "Fan-Cam Dance" commercial and other humor-themed national spots for brands such as McDonalds, Kmart, and General Mills.

Owen's personal appearances include MTV2's "Hip Hop Squares", "Love You, Mean It" on E!, and the "Playboy Morning Show" on Playboy TV.

See Owen Smith’s Full One Hour Comedy Special here: http://bit.ly/1g0Jk3t

On Sunday November 24, 2013 Owen will l be shooting his New Hour Comedy Special entitled “Good Luck Everybody” at the M.I.’s Westside Comedy Theatre located at the Santa Monica Promenade in Santa Monica, CA. Two shows 7pm and 9pm. For more info call the Westside Comedy Theatre at 310-451-0850.

You can learn more about Owen Smith at:

Website: http://www.owensmithisfunny.com

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/owensmith4real

Facbook: http://www.facebook.com/owensmith4real

This week's guest is LA based comedian Dave Stone.  Fresh off his first Craig Ferguson set, Dave's Prequel includes a very interesting road to comedy including a variety of jobs we totally did not see coming (nor did he expect to talk about them).  We really enjoyed this talk as Dave is a good friend and from our hometown of Atlanta.  Please follow him on twitter @davestonecomedy and check out his website www.davestonecomedy.com.  Enjoy the show!

Jake Johannsen is a Los Angeles based comedian. A remarkable comedy resume including appearing on the Late Show with David Letterman 42 times.  His Prequel included his upbringing in Iowa and Tennesse through college as a chemical engineer into his first time performing.  Please follow him on Twitter @jakethis, his website www.jakethis.com or his podcast "jakethis".  Enjoy!

Matt Ingebretson is a LA based comedian.  He sat with us to discuss his upbringing which included moving around alot before settling in Texas where he started his tales of catholic guilt, first kiss, and sex techniques. Also if you'd like to break into any of his accounts we go over ALL of his security questions.  His evolution into a comedian is a great story. Please follow him on twitter @mattingebretson and enjoy this episode!

LA based comedian Matt Kirshen sat with us to discuss his upbringing in North London and his time before comedy dabbling in mathematics. As a finalist for Last Comic Standing's 2007 season, Matt can be scene performing comedy venues across the world.  Kirshen hosts a science-based comedy podcast called "Probably Science".  Please follow him on twitter @mattkirshen. Enjoy this episode!

Al Jackson sat down with us and discussed his road to comedy, which included growing up in multiple cities, traveling the world to have sex, becoming a teacher and eventually becoming a great comedian.  Based in LA and seen on"John Oliver's New York Stand-Up Show" & his own "Comedy Central Presents", his comedy has been described as "edgy, hard-nosed comedy with a laid-back swagger and a giant smile." Follow him on twitter and check him out live @aljackson

Andy Haynes is a Los Angeles based comedian.  He sat with us and shared stories of his Pacific Northwest upbringing including a stellar molestation tale, his bouts with alcohol and his entry into the world of comedy.  He writes for TBS's new sitcome Ground Floor and has been featured on Conan & Jimmy Fallon.  Please follow him on @imandyhaynes.  Enjoy!

Tone Bell is a Los Angeles based comedian/actor.  Best known for starring on NBC's hit show "Whitney", he can been seen headlining comedy clubs & colleges across the country.  This prequel takes us through his 2nd grade dating life, the insecure years & the ultimate road to becoming a great comic.  Check out his dates on www.toneisfunny.com and follow him on twitter @tonebell.  Please enjoy!

Jake Weisman is a Los Angeles based comedian.  Sincere, warm, and hilarious, this Prequel was full of anecdotes highlighting a well-oiled Jewish self-hate machine. Please follow him on his twitter feed @weismanjake.  He also has a sketch group called WOMEN (www.womencomedy.com). He loves cats and he thinks people are attractive.  Enjoy!

Grant Lyon is a comedian based out of LA.  Born in Los Angeles to a very large family, taken to Chicago for middle school, high school in Sacramento, college in Santa Cruz, Grant has been around.  His Prequel includes anecdotes about his battles with women and the road to life as a comedian.  Find out how to find him at his website: www.grantlyon.com

Baron Vaughn is a LA based comedian who headlines across the country.  His upbringing in the deep south and then Sin City truly gives him a unique comedy perspective.  Our only complaint about this show was that it was too short.  He is one of our favorite people in the world.  Please check out his website and catch him in your city:  www.baronvaughn.com

Hosts Neel Nanda and Tushar Singh interview each other as an introduction and preview of things to come on the Prequel podcast.  With the initial question of how your parents met all the way until the first comedy set, this interview was full of interesting anecdotes on what made these two into comedians.