Are you ready for Episode 65 of the COMEDY SIMP PODCAST? Join host Stephen Michael James 🎤🤪 as he sits down with one of the most prolific comics in the Pacific Northwest 🌲✨, Narin Vann! This hour-long, rapid-fire episode is packed with laughs, stories, and genuine conversations about life, comedy, and more! 😂🔥

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The episode kicks off with a blueberry sour ale 🍺🫐, as the guys talk about Narin’s hilarious stand-up set at El Cid in Everett 🎙️, produced by local comic JR Berard. They jump into Narin’s podcast ROASTBUSTERS 🔥🎤, which he hosts with fellow PNW headliner Greg Beachler, sharing insights about roasting, comedy scenes, and how mushrooms keep it fun.

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They reminisce about 90s pro wrestling 🤼‍♂️, Nu Metal 🎸, and joke about the Vince McMahon controversy 😅—all while discovering how both Narin and Stephen, both Virgos ♍️, tend to get along well (except for McMahon’s antics 😉).

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Narin shares how he started comedy on a dare 🎲 at a Battle of the Bands 🎤, how he went viral 📱 with a sketch, and some big milestones in his career 🏆. He talks about his passion for supporting the local scene 🌱, helping open micers 🙌, and producing shows to give new comics a platform 🎟️.

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They discuss travel adventures ✈️ in Thailand 🇹🇭, his desire to return to Japan 🇯🇵, and how Laos 🇱🇦 surprisingly has no comedy scene at all. Narin shares a funny Chad Daniels story 😆 and discusses tailoring jokes for different audiences 🎭, including strategies for corporate gigs 💼.

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Stephen asks about Narin’s unexpected side gig as a wedding officiant 💍😂, showing hilarious photos 📸 and stories about dealing with bridezillas 👰😅. The episode concludes with talk about Roastamania 🔥—the roast battle show at Tacoma Comedy Club 🎤—and tips for getting on the show 🎟️.

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Finally, they touch on the differences between TikTok comics 📱🎙️ and stand-up comedians 🎭, emphasizing that selling tickets 🎟️💰 is the key to success in comedy.

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🎉 Roastamania — Tacoma Comedy Club

🗓️ 11/30/2025 at 7pm

🔗 https://www.tacomacomedyclub.com/shows/319265

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Thanks for supporting live comedy and tuning in! 🎉🎙️🔥

Get ready for an another hilarious episode of COMEDY SIMP, with your favorite ridiculous duo! 🤩🤪 Episode 64 has Stephen Michael James 🎤 and Rob Conroy 🎭 back at SIMP STUDIOS for the first time since their hilarious “Trip Sitters” comedy show! 🎉✨ They share all the behind-the-scenes stories, crazy moments, and wild adventures from the show and beyond! 🚀🌟

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Rob spills the tea on his UFO sighting 👽👀, talks about his spooky Halloween 🎃👻, and shares a hilarious night doing Karaoke 🎤 in Auburn, WA with his friend (and past guest) Jake E Tee. 🎶🕺 Stephen recaps his rainy trick-or-treating 🍬🌧️ with his daughter, and Rob recounts a bizarre gig where a “vampire” heckler 😱🧛‍♂️ wasn't a fan of comedy—until another comic roasted Charlie Kirk! 🔥😂

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Stephen also chats about visiting family in Oregon for his mom’s birthday 🎂🍾, eating at Olive Garden 🍝🍷, and getting sick 🤢 later—classic family trip! They both reflect on their love for comedy ❤️🤣 but admit the grind can be exhausting 😩🎭. Stephen shares recent shows he attended, like “They’re Just Jokes” in West Seattle 🎟️😎, while Rob reminisces about his trip to Austin, TX for stand-up 🎙️🤠.

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The conversation turns to the "slow decline of stand-up comedy" 📉🎤—is it becoming more underground and less mainstream? 🤔🕶️ They explore how comedy’s place in pop culture is shifting, and what it means for the future of the art form. 🌎🎭

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And to top it all off, the last 20 minutes are a handful of crazy internet clip reactions 🖥️🤯—laughs, shock, and pure chaos! 😂🔥

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Episode 63 of COMEDY SIMP is here. Host Stephen Michael James 💥 chats with rising star Xavier Smith 🎤 in West Seattle 🏙️ right after Xavier’s self-produced show “They’re Just Jokes” 🎭🎶. They kick back in a random building and dive into a lively, spontaneous conversation about comedy, basketball, growing up, and life stories 🌟. Expect laughs, surprises, and honest insights from two passionate comedians from different backgrounds! 😄✨

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🧩 Xavier talks about his weekly show 🎤, bringing together talented comedians, sketch comedy, and live music 🎸🎤. He shares how it’s become a local staple, highlighting the effort behind creating a space for new voices and fresh laughs. The show’s all about community and creativity! 🙌

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🔥 Stephen recalls a wild night at the Shanghai Room 😅🙃 when Xavier was featuring, and how the crowd wasn’t feeling the other comics 🎭. He talks about Xavier’s resilience and how that night still gets laughs—an example of how comedy can be unpredictable but rewarding.

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🌧️ Xavier shares his journey growing up in Seattle 🌲 and how he came into comedy later in life ⏳🎙️. His story proves that it’s never too late to pursue your passion and find your true calling.

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🤔 Xavier asks Stephen what kind of “white” he is, sparking a funny discussion about identity, stereotypes, and cultural differences. They reflect on humor’s power to connect across boundaries.

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🌍 Xavier’s basketball career overseas 🏀 — playing in Greece, Portugal and Slovakia 🇸🇰 — is full of eye-opening stories. He talks about searching for McDonald’s 🍟 to feel at home and balancing sports with comedy. His journey shows how humor kept him grounded abroad.

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😱 Stephen jokes about the movie “Hostel” 🛏️ and how it probably did Slovakia no favors 🏚️. They laugh about the wild misconceptions horror movies can create about different countries.

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🌙 They bond over late-night comedy legends like Conan 🎩 and Ferguson 🎙️, reminiscing about how those shows inspired their careers and shaped their comedic outlooks.

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🎤 They analyze the cast of “They’re Just Jokes” 💪, sharing what makes each comic stand out and their excitement for the scene’s future.

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🎃 Michael Jackson 🕺, childhood Halloween memories 👻, future plans 🚀, and more reveal their personal sides and sources of inspiration outside comedy. It’s a mix of humor, reflection, and ambition.

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