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13 APR 2026 · 🔥 In this episode, David C. Smalley sits down with comedians Vipul Munshi, Michael Regilio, and Steven Briggs for a wild conversation about life on stage.
They dive into some of their worst shows ever, the unforgettable moment of killing for the first time, and what it’s really like performing for MAGA crowds. From bombing hard to winning over tough audiences, this episode is packed with raw, hilarious, and honest stand-up stories.
Whether you’re a comedian or just love comedy, this one pulls back the curtain on what it actually takes to survive (and thrive) on stage.
👇 Follow the comedians:
IG: @davidcsmalley
IG: @comedianvipulm
IG: @michaelregilio
IG: @stevenbriggscomedy
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30 MAR 2026 · What happens when a comedian gets served a $27 million lawsuit… on stage at The Comedy Store?
In this episode, David C. Smalley sits down with Learn More, Shang Forbes, and Vipul Munshi for a wild conversation covering everything from real-life comedy drama to industry shifts happening right now. They break down the viral moment Learn More got served legal papers mid-set, what led up to it, and what could happen next. The group also dives into a heated back-and-forth between Shang and Smalley over a viral wedding clip that sparked debate online.
The conversation expands into how platforms like Kill Tony are changing the path to becoming a headliner, skipping the traditional grind—and whether that’s a good thing.
Plus:
– Handling hecklers in real time
– Comedy industry politics
– Marriage, relationships, and parenthood
– Roasting, jokes, and unfiltered moments throughout
This episode is packed with comedy insight, real tension, and nonstop banter.
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Serious Circus Podcast
Follow the comics:
David C. Smalley https://instagram.com/davidcsmalley
Learnmore https://instagram.com/learnmore_jonasi/
Shang Forbes https://instagram.com/comedianshang/
Vipul Munshi https://instagram.com/comedianvipulm/
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24 FEB 2026 · Four comedians. No filters.
David C. Smalley, J. Mandyam, Jeff Horste, and Jason Collings dive into the real debates happening inside stand-up comedy right now:
– Is crowd work authentic… or strategically prepped?
– Are comics writing full hour specials anymore?
– Is everyone just chasing viral 60-second clips?
– What happens when a comic breaks down after being heckled?
– And what were the worst day jobs before making it in comedy?
This is the real behind-the-scenes conversation comedians have after the show.
No crowd. No filter. Just comics talking shop.
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Serious Circus Podcast
Follow the comics:
David C. Smalley
https://www.instagram.com/davidcsmalley/
J. Mandyam
https://www.instagram.com/godhatesj/
Jeff Horste
https://www.instagram.com/jeffhorste
Jason Collings
https://www.instagram.com/jasoncollings/
If you love stand-up comedy, behind-the-scenes debates, and comedians roasting each other — stay tuned
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| Author | Serious Circus, Inc |
| Organization | David C. Smalley |
| Categories | Comedy |
| Website | - |
| davidcsmalley@icloud.com |
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