Episodios

  • Mistle Camel Toe
    Dec 24 2025

    The HOZ Comedy Podcast with Joey goes full holiday mode as the crew kicks off a Christmas episode rocking onesies and immediately diving into the stress of adult gift-giving. From the pressure of buying presents for a new girlfriend to navigating open bars, themed pop-ups, and questionable Christmas parties, nothing about the holidays is simple. The conversation shifts into classic Christmas movie debates, Home Alone fan theories, and giving Bruce Willis his well-earned flowers. Things take a nostalgic (and slightly traumatic) turn as everyone recalls the exact moment they realized Santa wasn’t real, before closing out with the dedication, paranoia, and straight-up drama of Elf on the Shelf. The episode wraps with holiday reflections, laughs, and the perfect mix of festive cheer and unfiltered honesty.

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    49 m
  • Who Invented Clothes??
    Dec 22 2025

    This episode of the HOZ Comedy Podcast kicks off with talk about Tony’s absence, fresh haircuts, and celebrating the podcast’s continued growth and successful open mics. From there, the crew spirals into some of the wildest news stories out, including funeral mishaps, drunken raccoons, dementia waiters, and naked gym-goers making headlines. The conversation takes a nostalgic turn as they relive cheap alcohol, reckless college party days, and debate why humans even started wearing clothes in the first place. The episode rounds out with reflections on Howard Stern, how modern media habits have changed, and how tools like YouTube and Chat GPT are becoming everyday problem-solvers. The crew closes with a ridiculous, Renaissance-style farewell that perfectly sums up the show’s unfiltered humor.

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    44 m
  • Building What's Next
    Dec 18 2025

    In this episode of the HOZ Comedy Podcast, the crew kicks things off with a recap of recent shows and a real conversation about comic professionalism and what it takes to properly host a room, especially in light of the Studio 63 closure. From lessons learned to gratitude for the community, the tone is reflective but still funny. The conversation shifts into future plans, branding, and appreciation for the supporters who’ve been rocking with the podcast and live shows. From there, things get competitive with a deep dive into fantasy football, NFL debates, and the kind of sports arguments that only friends can survive. The second half takes a hard left into storytelling, touching on travel dreams of Australia, classic video game nostalgia, and some absolutely wild personal stories, ranging from awkward massage experiences to school memories nobody asked to relive. The laughs keep coming with a friend’s unforgettable club story and honest reflections on virginity, young love, and growing up. The episode wraps with final thoughts, jokes, and a look ahead at what’s next for the podcast, same energy, bigger plans, and more stories you probably shouldn’t repeat at work.

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    46 m
  • Comedy Under Harsh Studio Conditions ft Luis Arevalo
    Dec 15 2025

    In this episode, the crew welcomes comedian Luis Arevalo, who immediately runs into the questionable “studio conditions” your show has become famous for. From tech issues to temperature problems, the chaos sets the tone for a hilarious and honest conversation. Luis dives into his stand-up journey, the comics who shaped him, and the struggle between loving comedy and actually sitting down to write it. The two debate sports fandom—whether you ride for the team or worship the player—and go down a rabbit hole from Sinbad’s legacy to the fantasy of a billion-dollar comedy special. Things escalate when Luis calls for a union… specifically for better Wi-Fi, heat, and basic respect from the studio. The episode also jumps into John Cena’s retirement, favorite wrestlers, the forever MJ vs. LeBron argument, and why “bubble basketball” might be the purest form of the game. They wrap with candid talk on stage distractions, managing social anxiety, and one last plea for the studio to please, PLEASE upgrade something. Funny, raw, and full of sports, comedy, and chaos, classic HOZ energy from start to finish.


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    52 m
  • Iowa Roots to Chicago Comedy ft. Kat Diaz
    Dec 11 2025

    This episode on the HOZ Comedy Podcast with Joey, the crew sits down with the hilarious Kat Diaz for a wild ride through comedy origins, career leaps, and the chaos of millennial life. They kick things off with Kat’s viral humor, OnlyFans jokes, and turtle talk before diving into everything from Mongolian listeners to South Park’s weirdest moments. Joey opens up about playing deaf basketball, developing her comedy voice, and the nostalgic mysteries of CatDog. The conversation flips to Kat’s own beginnings in stand-up and improv, dream projects, and their shared struggles balancing travel, life, and writing daily jokes.Kat also shares her journey from Iowa to Chicago, getting laid off twice, and deciding to go all-in on comedy. They wrap with hot takes on the “Lesbian Mafia” in the comedy scene, pet adoption, upcoming shows, and the grind behind the laughs. It’s raw, funny, and full of behind-the-scenes truth — a must-listen for comedy fans. Tap in, laugh out loud, and share the madness.

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    47 m
  • Basketball, Whales and Cybertrucks ft Gerardo
    Dec 8 2025

    This episode on the HOZ Comedy Podcast with Joey, the crew welcomes Gerardo for a hilarious, off-the-rails episode packed with personal stories and wild facts. Things kick off with playful banter before spiraling into debates over height, childhood nicknames, and football loyalty. Gerardo opens up about family life, vasectomy adventures, and the weight jokes he’s learned to live with. From there, the conversation goes unexpectedly educational with whale facts, SeaWorld controversies, and questionable animal behavior, before devolving into fart debates, dog habits, and relationship comedy. The guys also get into basketball championships, the pressure of cooking for your spouse, and a deep dive into the Cybertruck’s design, pricing, and safety concerns. The episode wraps with listener shout-outs, final laughs, and a solid finish to another chaotic HOZ Comedy Podcast installment. Tap in, laugh out loud, and share the madness.

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    47 m
  • Turkey, Tinder, and Betting Wins
    Dec 4 2025

    This episode on the HOZ Comedy Podcast with Joey, this episode kicks off with Chicago sports talk before jumping into Thanksgiving feasts, chaotic Facebook Marketplace encounters, and some surprising betting wins that carried the holiday season. The crew dives into everything from Stranger Things and K-Pop demon hunters to the strange world of alligator noises and Field Museum discoveries. They keep the laughs rolling with stories of winter car pileups, Christmas chaos, Joey’s upcoming comedy show, and a wild conversation that jumps from the Slender Man stabbing to classic South Park political humor. Throwback radio memories of Eddie & Jobo and Mancow lead into chats about family travel, solo living, and the elusive extended cut of Kill Bill. To wrap it up, the guys recount a brutally awkward Tinder date that never showed, share some final jokes, and remind listeners where to find the pod. It’s random, hilarious, nostalgic, and full of peak HOZ energy. Tap in, laugh out loud, and share the madness.

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    43 m
  • From Filmmaking to Bombing on Stage ft. Soweto Bosia
    Dec 1 2025

    This episode on the HOZ Comedy Podcast with Joey, the cast sits down with Soweto, a filmmaker-turned-comedian whose obsession with storytelling eventually led him straight to the stand-up stage. He breaks down his creative journey, from shooting films to chasing the rush of the mic, and the crew dives into the comedy legends who shaped him like; Richard Pryor, George Carlin, and Eddie Murphy. The conversation gets real as Soweto talks about bombing, the struggle of finding your voice, and how morning writing sessions transformed his joke-crafting process. The episode then veers into full chaos with stories about Magic City adventures, a dog that literally shot its owner, and an unbelievable tale involving a sheep disguise. It’s part comedy masterclass, part wild storytelling and all-around classic HOZ energy. Tap in, laugh out loud, and share the madness.

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    54 m