The Little Studio Comedy Club

Jen was ecstatic today because singer and songwriter, Lauren Daigle stopped by the KC 102.1 Studio!

Today,  Jen chats with Trans-Siberian Orchestra guitarist Al Pitrelli about preparing for the upcoming TSO tour, Christmas decorations being out in the stores before Halloween, and how Patrick Mahomes converted him from a Jets fan to a Chiefs fan.

Trans-Siberian Orchestra will be bring their the Ghosts of Christmas Eve – The Best of TSO & More tour to the T-Mobile Center for TWO shows on Monday December 26th!

Trans-Siberian Orchestra guitarist, Al Pitrelli had no power at home, but that didn't stop him from calling Jen to chat about what to expect at a TSO show, the band's charitable donations throughout the years, and the fact that he is turning 60 in just days.

Trans-Siberian Orchestra will be bring their the Ghosts of Christmas Eve – The Best of TSO & More tour to the T-Mobile Center for TWO shows on Monday December 26th,

Comedian Jamie Campbell returns to the podcast and chats with Jen about his recent wedding, bringing his show, Big Dad Energy to the Kansas City Fringe Festival, screenwriting, and the time he got a haircut from WWE Hall of Famer, Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake.

Comedian Leanne Morgan stops by the podcast and chats with Jen about performing at the Grand Ole Opry, the joys of raising teenagers, receiving recipes from her fans, and her favorite places to visit when she is on tour.

Ed Robertson has been the guitarist and vocalist for Barenaked Ladies since 1988. Today, Ed chats with Jen about returning to concerts for the first time since COVID, his love of pinball leading to him being involved in the creation of the Rush pinball machine, the Big Bang Theory theme, and the longevity of Barenaked Ladies.

Sports reporter Jason Lamb stops by the podcast to chat with Jen about Opening Day for the Kansas City Royals, being in the French Quarter of New Orleans during the Kansas Jayhawks National Championship run, and his very first interview as a sports reporter.

Singer Josh Groban calls into the podcast today and chats with Jen about what he has missed about touring, the character of Josh Groban, recording an album during COVID, and the favorite award that he has ever received.

Josh Groban is bringing his Harmony Tour to Starlight Theatre on July 22! For more information on the show click on the link below:

Comedian and teacher Andrea Caspari returns to the podcast. 

In January, Andrea was supposed to be on with Jen but due to COVID, the appearance had to be rescheduled, so Jen asks the questions she was going to ask in January. Andrea talks about being positive on social media, her 100 ½ year old grandmother, Saturday mornings as a child, teaching in 2022, and her upcoming Dry Bar comedy special.

The comedy duo of #IMOMSOHARD is made up of real-life best friends, comedians, and moms Kristin Hensley and Jen Smedley. Today Kristin and Jen chat with our Jen Johnson about the ways they embarrass their families, Jason Momoa, swimsuits, midwestern food, and the time they caused a pregnant woman to go into labor.

Jason Faunt portrayed Wesley Collins, the Red Time Force Ranger on Power Rangers Time Force. Today, Jason chats with Jen about how he started traveling to independent comic book stores for appearances, having his own action figure, and his excitement to attend a Kansas City Chiefs game.

Taylor Tomlinson has appeared on Conan, the Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Last Comic Standing, and so much more. Her hilarious special, Quarter-Life Crisis is available on Netflix. Today Taylor calls Jen from her hotel room in Cleveland, Ohio to chat about traveling, not being a birthday person, starting comedy at a young age, and the American Girl doll body books.

Taylor Tomlinson is bringing her Deal With It Tour to the Uptown Theater for two shows on Saturday December 11th! For tickets and event info click on the link below:

Comedian and actor Matt Braunger was a cast member on MADtv and has appeared on the Late Show With David Letterman, Conan, @midnight, and so much more. Today Matt stops by the podcast and chats with Jen about Halloween, an incident with the lead singer of Living Colour, meeting Norm Macdonald at a bar, and auditioning via Zoom.

Standup comedian Kailee Karr stops by the podcast to chat with Jen about diaries, being a hot dog ambassador, and Halloween.

You know her from The Carol Burnett Show, Mama’s Family, the Cool Kids, and so much more, but today Emmy award winning comedienne, singer, and actress Vicki Lawrence talks to Jen about cake baking, her days on the Carol Burnett Show, and the origins of Mama.

Vicki Lawrence will be performing Vicki Lawrence and Mama: A Two Woman Show this Friday night at the Star Pavilion inside Ameristar Casino Hotel Kansas City! Tickets and event info can be found here:

Comedian and writer Andy Woodhall has performed on the Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, Conan, the Late Late Show with James Corden, Comedy Central, and more. Last night he performed at the Comedy Club of Kansas City and today he chats with Jen about changing majors from marketing to science, road trip traveling music, and the time he tried prime rib ice cream.

In a little bit of a different episode, Jen chats with Trans-Siberian Orchestra guitarist and musical director Al Pitrelli about TSO's upcoming tour, breaking his leg during a guitar solo, quarantine activities, and Patrick Mahomes converting him to a Kansas City Chiefs fan.

Comedian and painter Aaron Scarbrough returns to the podcast and chats with Jen about about performing a show without power, Kanye West’s new album Donda, reading in the summertime, and his favorite artwork.

Aaron will be headlining at the Comedy Club of Kansas City tomorrow night, September 2nd. Ticket and event info can be found at the link below:

Sam Tallent is a comedian and author who has appeared on TruTv, Viceland, and Comedy Central. Sam is also the author of the novel, Running The Light. Today, Sam woke up early to chat with Jen about his love of cooking, being a Denver Broncos fan in the era of Patrick Mahomes, and his 14 month old niece’s opinion on him.

Saturday Night Live's Alex Moffat takes a break from being a dad to a five month old to talk to Jen about their love of Chicago pizza, being a member of the Chicago Bulls, his dream SNL host, and Pete Davidson setting up his Instagram account.

Alex will be in Kansas City this weekend, July 1st through the 3rd, performing stand-up comedy at the Comedy Club of Kansas City. Ticket and show information can be found at the link below:

Joe Dombrowski aka "Mr. D" is a kindergarten teacher and comedian. He has appeared on Ellen, Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen, and first rose to fame with a spelling bee prank video that he pulled on his students. Today Mr. D talks to Jen about being both a teacher and a comedian, the sweetness and viciousness of students, and teaching kindergarteners on Zoom.

Mr. D is currently on his School's Out For Summer tour and is bringing the tour to Kansas City. Mr. D will be performing two shows at the Improv Comedy Theater and Restaurant on August 5th at 7:00 pm and 9:30 pm. For tickets and show information check out the link below:

Air Force veteran and comedian, Jerad Langley stops by the podcast and chats with Jen about performing stand up comedy in small towns, his opinion on marathons, and looking like Kenny Rogers.

From Tipton, Missouri, you know him from his work as Champ Kind in the Anchorman movies, Todd Packer on the Office, and so much more, actor and comedian David Koechner chats with Jen about this weekend’s Big Slick Virtual Talent Show, his experiences visiting the kids at Children's Mercy, Big Slick softball game hijinks, and his dream of being drafted in the 2021 NFL Draft.

The Big Slick Virtual Talent Show is TOMORROW night, June 12th at 7:30 CDT! It is a free-to watch, celebrity-packed variety show hosted by Paul Rudd, Jason Sudeikis, Rob Riggle, Eric Stonestreet, and David Koechner. The Big Slick Virtual Talent Show benefits Children's Mercy in Kansas City.

Comedian Gabe Perry stops by the podcast and chats with Jen about their love of Martin Short, the dissection of comedy, a fear of heights, and throwing cicadas and digesting insects.

Tim Gaither is a stand up comedian from Kansas City but now resides in Los Angeles. While he was in town, Tim chats with Jen about raising a two year old son, his experience in Greco-Roman wrestling, and his love of the Rocky films. Jen and Tim also reminiscence about Stanford's Comedy Club.

Tim Gaither has a podcast, the Positive Pessimist. His podcast can found on YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts.

Kansas City based comedian, Ty Clay stops by the podcast and chats with Jen about how he got into stand up comedy, his dislike of things flavored like birthday cake and talking on the phone, his love of the wacky waving inflatable tubemen, his dance skills, and how running hurdles helped prepare him for stand up comedy.

Ty Clay will be performing at:

Bull Creek Distillery in Spring Hill, Kansas on Sunday May 16th:

Jen chats with teacher turned comedian David Scott about performing stand up comedy at nursing and retirement homes, raising kids in the arts, getting older, and the joy of crafting a joke.

David will be performing at TopCity Comedy in Topeka on May 7th. For information on that show and to purchase tickets, click on the the link below: