This week Laurina interviews comedian and master of Tik Tok Round Ups, Rachel Samples! In the episode they discuss Rachel's experience posting sketches/skits, taking improv in college, and who inspires her the most. They also chat about being in the older millennial crowd, George Washington pool hair, and the big life change Rachel is making! Follow Rachel at @heyfreesamples on Instagram, @heyfreesamples on Tik Tok, AND her website - https://www.heyfreesamples.com/ to check out more of her...

This week Laurina interviews the lovely stand up comedian and podcast host, Joel Byars! They discuss how he founded Hot Breath! Comedy and the community that has been built over time. He also offers classes/workshops and an incredible mix of entertaining and educational episodes so be sure to check him out. Throughout the episode, Joel talks about how he went live every day for 400 days doing joke writing exercises, his best (and worse) experiences performing live, and gives Laurina advice on...

On this weeks episode Laurina interviews LA-based actor, comedian, stand-up, and writer - Max Castillo. Max discusses how he started comedy in Los Angeles, leaned into the digital world, founded a live sketch comedy group This or That and currently produces two shows in LA - Scoopty Boopty’s AND The Garden. Safe to say Max has mastered the art of multitasking.  Make sure to check out Max on Instagram at @bigtimemaca and his website at www.maxcastillocomedy.com/  UPCOMING SHOWS: LOS...

Listen to this weeks episode as Laurina interviews Comedy Booker and Producer, Ali Fischbein! During the episode they discuss how Ali started producing, what her first experience was like in New York, and how Ali came up with the name Lil Fish comedy!

This week, Laurina interviews Actor and Comedian Isabella Gerasole Ravioli! The Italian Libra duo discuss topics such as: the importance of trusting yourself on stage, Isabella starting out in theatre then transitioning into improv/comedy, and what it was like being a child star. They also dive into the different aspects of open mics and comedy shows, joke writing plus storytelling, and much more!  Be sure to follow Isabella on Instagram to keep up with her upcoming shows at...

This week Laurina interviews Actress, Writer, Comedian, and Creator/Producer of The Breaux Show - Cecily Breaux! During the episode they discuss how Cecily began performing and taking classes, what movie inspired her to start acting, how she created her own Improv group, and advice for people who do not like being told what to do!  Follow @cecilybreaux on IG for upcoming shows and check out her website, www.cecilybreaux.space to see her short film, sketches, and much more!  Follow...

Listen to this weeks very fun episode where Laurina interviews Actress, Improviser, and Writer - Jewell Karinen who recently starred in the incredible D&D-based web series, The Party, as the character Ecstasy. Throughout the episode they discuss the importance of taking a step back to see the bigger picture, how to work smarter not harder, and which fan fiction Jewell fell in love with during the pandemic. Jewell also dives deeper into the process of auditioning, filming, and taking an...

Listen to this weeks episode as Laurina interviews the lovely CT Jones - a journalist for the Rolling Stone who covers digital trends and the creator economy. They discuss topics like - looking at memes and digital culture from a scholarship angle, how CT became a writer, what happens when articles are NSFP (not safe for parents), and how effective the D.A.R.E. program actually was. If you're in New York on April 29th, go see CT at Digital Void's Festival - Memes, Myths, and Magic!...

This week Laurina interviews her first ever Improv teacher, Chris Griggs! Chris is an actor, improviser, and standup comedian originally from Memphis and currently based in NY who studied with Second City, UCB and the PIT. In the episode Chris discusses how he started teaching, his views on improv vs stand up, his recipe for a good joke, and his overall journey in entertainment.  Follow Chris at @chrisgriggscomedy on Instagram and check out his website www.chrisgriggscomedy.com to see what...

Be sure to listen to this weeks episode as Laurina interviews Grant Lease - a Writer, Podcast Producer, Musician, and Creative Executive at All Things Comedy. Throughout the episode they discuss topics ranging from: navigating sobriety and mental health in LA, converting to a Dungeons and Dragons lover, the different paths he experienced in entertainment, and what it was like being in the writers room for Ted Lasso. If you listen to the episode Grant shares a special offer to Funny Girl...

Listen to this week episode as Laurina discusses updates including: A review of a live show based in NY - UpDating, this years Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, and the launch of a new Standup Comedy Streaming Service. She also gives her honest opinion about the podcast name and potential updates for the future of FGP! Please be sure to Rate/Review/Subscribe and follow FGP's instagram !

Tune into this weeks ~refreshing~ episode as Laurina interviews Musician, Performer, Content Creator, and Entertainer: Sheena Melwani! This week they discuss the path to authenticity, finding your voice (literally), navigating passion whilst breaking different barriers in the entertainment industry, and who inspires Sheena the most. Sheena also leaves listeners with true inspiration and motivation to last you through the week. Follow @Sheenamelwani on Spotify, IG, Youtube, and Tik Tok to...

On this weeks episode Laurina discusses Joe Rogan’s Comedy Club that just opened, her experience at an open mic called Funny Games, an unexpected aura reading, and one of the biggest astrological events of 2023! Please be sure to RATE, REVIEW, AND SUBSCRIBE & follow @funnygirlpodcast for updates! 

Listen to this weeks episode where Laurina interviews Stand-Up Comic/Writer/Podcast Host Justin Martindale as they discuss: The journey to becoming a Stand Up Comedian, if a Zombie Apocalypse would be the worst thing to happen to LA, and the incredible story of how he became a regular at the Comedy Store. Justin also shares a handful of very useful lesson for comics/performers! More about Justin Martindale: Justin is an LA based Stand Up Comedian originally from Texas who hosts the popular...

Listen to this weeks episode as Laurina discusses updates from the last few weeks including: a new open mic she tried out, going on a vacation with therapist, her valentines poem, and more!  Be sure to RATE/REVIEW/SUBSCRIBE to the podcast and follow @laurina_sacchetti and @funnygirlpodcast on Instagram for updates!

Listen to this weeks episode as Laurina interviews YouTwoTV duo: Jaz Saini and Harjit Bhandal! They discuss creating sketches, advice for future creators, twerking classes, and what their original channel name was going to be. Follow @youtwotv on Instagram/YouTube, @whoisharjit and @sincerelyxjaz

Listen to this weeks episode as the Funnygirlpodcast has a PART II interview with Chris Cafero! They discuss Chris joining a broadway softball league, bumping into his childhood crush in the worst way, and the origin story of sketch group UNCLE FUNCTION. Follow @chriscafero on IG, and check out https://www.chriscafero.com/ for Audition Coaching, his recurring TV roles, VO, and more!

Tune into this weeks episode as Laurina interviews Actor, Writer, Comedian, Producer, and Uncle Function Member - Chris Cafero. They discuss what it’s like newly moving to Los Angeles, Chris beginning his acting career at 15, and the difference between a frat and a fraternity in the PART I of the interview. Follow @chriscafero on IG, and check out https://www.chriscafero.com/ for Audition Coaching, his recurring TV roles, VO, and more!

On this weeks episode Laurina interviews Stand-Up Comic, Actor, TV Writer, and Podcast Host - Ashley Ray. They chat about seeing Ashley at Aggressively Alive, Sliding Into DMS, and the Comedy Scene in Chicago (and New York) versus Los Angeles. Listen to this weeks episode as they discuss: Voice Notes, Dating “Icks”, and a New Dating Experiment Ashley is doing in 2023. Follow @theashleyray and @tvisaypod on IG, and check out theashleyray.com to see her upcoming shows, newsletters, and more!

This week is the last episode of 2022! Laurina reviews her experience seeing Mae Martin at The Elysian and Aggressively Alive’s last show of 2022. She discusses spending the holidays in New York with her (very) Italian family… and the “shocking” stocking items she received. She comes to terms with the possibility that her childhood may not be normal and she might’ve been an ugly baby. There’s also a fun “funnygirlpodcast” milestone celebrated!

This week Laurina is in New York recording the episode in her childhood home while interviewing Director, Producer, Voice-Over Artist, Filmmaker, Singer, Host of the BULLSHITTERY Podcast, Comedian, and Content Creator - Mackenzie Barmen! Listen to this weeks episode as they discuss: the Power of Manifestation, The Male Gaze (or Gays), one of Mackenzie’s many special talents, how taking Improv classes is good for your Mental Health, and much much more. 

On this weeks episode, Laurina interviews Vine Star and Content Creator Jimmy Murrill about his journey from the Vine era to today’s comedy scene. They discuss which Vine video was his first “taste of viralness”, the value of being authentic in the entertainment world, and his experience creating “Two Drink Minimum” - a podcast with friends. Laurina also introduces a new segment this episode called KFM: Food Edition. Follow @FunnyGirlPodcast and @jimmymurrill on IG

This week Laurina interviews Writer, Comedian, Groundlings Main Company Member and Neil on the TV Series KEVIN CAN F*** HIMSELF - Alex Bonifer! In this episode Alex talks about different audition processes, new comedy/entertainment terms, why he had to turn down an SNL opportunity, and if comfortability is a word. He also gives us a look into his sketch ideas and what the process is like! Warning: Sports analogies are in this episode Follow @FunnyGirlPodcast and @Alexbonifer on IG

On this weeks episode, Laurina talks about working in the service industry and the (uncut) gem that is Julia Fox. Laurina discusses upcoming live comedy shows in Southern California this week, TV recommendations, and how Spotify Wrapped is (too) important to everyone. Follow @FunnyGirlPodcast on Instagram and be sure to Rate, Review, and Subscribe for a nude!