Whiskey Ginger with Andrew Santino

Jimmy O. Yang, comedian and actor who went from engineering student to global stand-up star. He talks about his new special Finally, Home and the months of editing and sound choices behind it. They trade road stories, tour life and viral moments. Conversations touch on balancing acting with stand-up, creativity breaks, and cultural identity in comedy.

Aaron Chen, a stand-up comic known for his unconventional delivery and offbeat voice. He discusses making his Netflix special Funny Garden. They explore awkward timing as a superpower. Conversations touch on touring life, cultural differences, and embracing weirdness in comedy.

Fiona Cauley, a stand-up comic known for sharp storytelling and observational wit. She talks about breaking into stand-up, life on tour, and building confidence on stage. They also discuss living with Friedreich's ataxia, airport accessibility headaches, and the messy, funny realities of road life.

Tommy Brennan, a stand-up comic and sketch actor who has written for TV, chats about life on the road and breaking into sketch writing. He shares wild touring stories, awkward parasocial fan encounters, Midwest upbringing memories, and behind-the-scenes SNL writing talk. Quick, funny, and full of comedian-to-comedian anecdotes.

Welcome to Whiskey Ginger — a Wave series. Andrew Santino sits down with comedian and actor Chloe Radcliffe for a sharp, funny conversation about stand-up, finding your voice, and what happens when your real personality becomes the act. They talk writing jokes that actually connect, the ups and downs of performing, and Chloe’s role in the upcoming Bradley Cooper film Is This Thing On? — plus comedy insecurities, confidence, and learning how to trust your instincts on stage. 🌐 Chloe Radcliffe tour dates & info: https://www.chloeradcliffe.com📱 Follow Chloe: @chloebadcliffe In this episode:• Balancing stand-up and acting• The making of Is This Thing On?• Santino and Chloe talk bombing, confidence, and finding your rhythm• Why honesty still works best in comedy Drop a comment with your favorite moment from the episode. #WhiskeyGinger #AndrewSantino #ChloeRadcliffe #ComedyPodcast #StandUpComedy #PodcastClips #Comedians Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Whiskey Ginger a Wave series. Andrew Santino sits down with comedian and storyteller Barry Rothbart for a smart, funny conversation about stand-up, self-awareness, and the art of turning everyday awkwardness into big laughs. Special guest appearance of our studio ghosts! 👻 They talk about Barry’s approach to joke writing, navigating the comedy world without losing your voice, and why embracing who you actually are on stage usually works better than chasing trends. It’s a laid-back, comic-to-comic episode with plenty of laughs and insight. In this episode: • Writing honest jokes that don’t try too hard • Finding confidence in your own comedic lane • Touring stories and learning from rough sets • Santino and Barry talk comedy instincts, timing, and perspective Drop a comment with your favorite Barry Rothbart bit. #WhiskeyGinger #AndrewSantino #BarryRothbart #ComedyPodcast #StandUpComedy #PodcastClips #comedians ======================================================== SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR SQUARESPACE USE PROMO CODE: WHISKEY GET 10% OFF YOUR ORDER https://squarespace.com/whiskey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Whiskey Ginger a Wave series. Andrew Santino sits down with comedy legend Todd Barry for a dry, sharp, perfectly uncomfortable conversation about stand-up, touring solo, and why less effort often gets bigger laughs. They talk about Todd’s brand-new stand-up special Domestic Shorthair, his minimalist comedy style, decades on the road, and how confidence, silence, and timing can destroy harder than yelling ever could. 🎥 Watch Todd Barry’s new special Domestic Shorthair (Link Below) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ew97ca0-pVI In this episode: • The philosophy behind Todd’s stripped-down comedy style • Touring alone vs. traveling with other comics • Writing jokes that sound effortless but aren’t • Santino and Todd talk crowd work, restraint, and longevity Drop a comment with your favorite Todd Barry bit. #whiskeyginger #AndrewSantino #ToddBarry #DomesticShorthair #ComedyPodcast #StandUpComedy #PodcastClips #Comedians Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Whiskey Ginger a Wave series. Andrew Santino sits down with legendary impressionist and comedian Frank Caliendo for an episode that turns into a masterclass in voices, timing, and controlled chaos. They talk about building iconic impressions, staying sharp after decades in comedy, and why commitment is everything when you’re stepping into someone else’s voice. Frank jumps in and out of characters effortlessly, leaving Santino (and the audience) scrambling to keep up. 🌐 Frank Caliendo tour dates & info: https://www.frankonstage.com IN THIS EPISODE: • How Frank develops and maintains his impressions • The mental speed required to perform at his level • Santino and Caliendo talk comedy longevity and craft • Why impressions still crush when done right Drop a comment with the impression that broke your brain. #WhiskeyGinger #AndrewSantino #FrankCaliendo #ComedyPodcast #StandUpComedy #Impressions #PodcastClips #Comedians ======================================================== SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR SQUARESPACE USE PROMO CODE: WHISKEY GET 10% OFF YOUR ORDER https://squarespace.com/whiskey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Whiskey Ginger a Wave series. Santino sits down with comedian, podcaster, and absolute killer Tom Segura for a no-nonsense, laugh-heavy conversation about conspiracies, gambling rumors, aliens, AI, and what most people don't know about Florida. Strap in! His latest Netflix special Tom Segura: Teacher is out now & be sure to check out his twisted and hilarious show Bad Thoughts also on Netflix. Drop a comment with your favorite Tom Segura bit or special. #whiskeyginger #AndrewSantino #TomSegura #ComedyPodcast #StandUpComedy #PodcastClips #comedians Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Whiskey Ginger — a Wave series. Andrew Santino sits down with comedy legend Earthquake for a raw, hilarious conversation about stand-up, longevity, and telling the truth on stage no matter who it makes uncomfortable. They talk about Earthquake’s Netflix special Earthquake: Legendary, his decades in comedy, the difference between old-school comics and today’s scene, and why authenticity always wins. This episode is packed with perspective, big laughs, and real comedy history. Watch Earthquake’s Netflix special Earthquake: Legendary now streaming In this episode: • Earthquake on building a long-lasting comedy career • Stories from the road and the early days of stand-up • Why honesty still matters more than trends • Santino and Earthquake talk comedy, culture, and crowd control #WhiskeyGinger #AndrewSantino #Earthquake #EarthquakeLegendary #ComedyPodcast #StandUpComedy #PodcastClips #Comedians SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR SQUARESPACE USE PROMO CODE: WHISKEY GET 10% OFF YOUR ORDER https://squarespace.com/whiskey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices