Best Scott Higgins Live Productions Podcasts (2023)

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Ep 316 Carla Mulhern "Brian's Not Here, It’s Carla’s Turn” 1:24:42

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Carla Mulhern is in the Acement this week. Fans of RI Radio Legend, Brian Mulhern, are very aware of the very patient woman behind the neurotic mess we hear on the radio. Brian and Carla have been guests on the podcast twice, but we thought it was time for Carla to come on as a guest alone, without the constant interruptions from Brian! Join Ace & …

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Ep 315 Paul Reubens Tribute Turns Into A Playhouse W/ The Mixtape Guys 1:38:48

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The Mixtape Podcast crew join Scott and Ace in the Acement to discuss Pee Wee Herman aka Paul Reubens and his influence on comedy. What discuss our favorite Pee Wee moments, some interesting behind the scene facts and then things go off the rails as the tend to do. Check out our friends at The Mix Tape Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/…

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Ep 314 Tony Moschetto "Punchlines And Pumpkin Contests" 1:29:33

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In the Acement this week Tony Moschetto. Tony has traveled across the USA three times. -Lists his emergency contact as "whoever's reading this" (congratulations, you are now Tony Moschetto's emergency contact) -" Kinda" broke the hip of the man who invented the whiffle ball while playing tennis. And so on... In his spare time, Tony likes to read an…

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Ep 313 Craig Shoemaker "Don Knotts Favorite Comic, The Lovemaster" 1:12:16

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Craig Shoemaker joins us in the Acement this week. He's spent over four decades as a comedian, actor, author, writer and producer. He was named Comedian of the Year at The American Comedy Awards and has been included on the IMDB “Top 100 Stand Up Comics” list. Craig has spoken all over the world, including his acclaimed TED Talk based on his nonpro…

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Ep 312 Bob Nelson "The Comeback Of Nelson Schmelson" 1:32:19

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Comedy Legend Bob Nelson joins Scott and Ace in the Acement. Bob was once in a comedy group with Rob Bartlett and Eddie Murphy called "The Identical Triplets". In 1985, Rodney Dangerfield's 9th Annual Young Comedians Special introduced major comic like Rita Rudner, Yakov Smirnoff, Sam Kinison, Bob Saget, and Louie Anderson. One standout was Bob Nel…

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Ep 311 Jess Miller "Five Pounds of T*t Sweat" 1:07:59

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This week Ace and Scott talk with Jesse Miller at her office in MA. Jesse is a disabled vet that has dealt with depression in her past but has risen above it to become a very accomplished comedian and producer. Her office walls are covered with promotional flyers and posters for shows she has produced and it is impressive. Check out Jess at https:/…

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Ep 310 Paul Elwell "Drove 90 Mins On A Thursday Nite To Do A Basement" 1:39:08

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Paul Elwell joins us in the Acement this week. Paul was a Boston comic for over 20 years beginning in 1997. He was on Comedy Central and a freelance comedy writer for The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and Dennis Miller. Slowing down before the pandemic and has not returned to stand up. He is currently part owner of the children's property Beantown Pal…

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Ep 309 Dawn Tyler “It’s 2023, We Can Talk About That Now” 1:23:42

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Dawn Tyler joins us in the Acement. Dawn is a newcomer to the comedy scene but she is definitely making a mark! She's a triple threat on stage as a comedian, actor and singer. And now she can add promoter/booker to her resume. Check out Dawn at https://www.facebook.com/dawn.smith.125 Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee…

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Ep 308 Paul Jaxon and Brian Mulhern "Jaxon & The Pharmacist" 2:37:15

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What do you get when 2 radio legends reunite in the Acement? Radio Gold! If you were a listener of Boston radio station WFNX in the 90's you remember the hilarious duo Jaxon & The Pharmacist, Paul Jaxon & Brian Mulhern (The Pharmacist). The duo went their separate ways in the late 90's and after their two solo careers were recently cut short, they …

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Ep 307 Nick Albanese "Il Mio Films - Death or Taxes" 1:23:55

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Nick Albanese is in the Acement this week. Nick has been a friend of the show for years (see "Little Buddy episode). He is not only a comedian but an established playwright and actor. He has produced 2 award winning one man shows about both himself and former Providence Mayor Buddy Cianci. His newest project is a TV Pilot called "Death or Taxes", a…

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Ep 306 The Return of Brad Pierce "They Should Wear Signs" 1:18:06

2M ago1:18:06

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Brad Pierce returns to the Acement with a whole bunch of new stories. Brad never disappoints and again he delivers. You can always count on Brad to open his mouth and put himself in situations that make for great entertainment for us. Who does Brad think should wear signs? Find out in this episode. Check out Brad at https://www.facebook.com/TheGold…

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Ep 305 John Iavarone "No Caffeine Needed For This Jokesmith" 1:10:35

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Comedian John Iavarone joins us in the Acement tonight. John survived a childhood as the only boy in a house with a single mom and four older sisters. “I was 12 years old still waiting to get my period." This wise-cracking, joke craftsman also brings a physical act (handstands!) that has made him popular at clubs, colleges and casinos all across th…

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Ep 304 Skip Daniels "The Prince of Mystery" 1:13:41

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The Prince of Mystery, Skip Daniels, is in the Acement this week. He joins Scott and Ace and discuss how his love of magic led him to performing but his quick wit and sense of humor brought his act to all new stages. As a comic a joke can bomb, as a magician a trick can fail, the pressure is twice when you combine the two. Check out Skip at https:/…

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Ep 303 Brian Vincent "Gramma Martha And Sophie Tucker Made Him A Man" 1:22:41

3M ago1:22:41

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Good friend of the show, Brian Vincent is in the Acement tonight to finally tell his story. A self proclaimed sit down comic, Brian is a call back to the old school comics like Don Rickles and Pat Cooper. He is as funny off stage as he is on. Brian is a great story teller and his path to the stage is filled with laughs. https://www.facebook.com/bri…

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Ep 302 Jonathan Groff "No Not That One, The OG JG" 1:30:38

3M ago1:30:38

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Jonathan Groff (not that one) is in the Acement tonight. Jonathan started a career in stand-up in the New England scene, but after moving to the West Coast he established himself as a writer, producer, and actor. He has produced and written for TV shows like Scrubs, How I Met Your Mother, Late Night with Conan O'Brien, Happy Endings, and Black-ish …

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Ep 301 Frank Vignola "I'm A Sturdy Fella" 1:20:20

4M ago1:20:20

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Frank Vignola joins Scott and Ace in the Acement. We start with a "Frank" discussion about sobriety and ovecoming addiction. Frank has appeared on Comedy Central, Amazon Prime, SiriusXM, and has performed at Montreal's prestigious "Just for Laughs" Comedy Festival. Ace and Frank reminisce about working together in the early 2000's and more recently…

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Ep 300 Jason Pollock "Awkwardly Comfortable At Being Very Funny" 1:38:48

4M ago1:38:48

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Jason Pollock joins Ace and Scott in the Acement for this weeks chat. Known for his awkward style, Jason performed at legendary clubs like Stand Up NY, Carolines, and Dangerfields. He also managed Rascal's in Cherry Hill NJ making connections with some of the best comics working. Jason has a great story about appearing as Bigfoort in Judah Friedlan…

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Ep 299 Dario Mercadante "Inventor Of The Pole-O-Matic" 1:27:59

4M ago1:27:59

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Dario Mercadante joins Ace and Scott in the Acement this week. Dario has been a staple in the Western Massachusetts/Connecticut comedy scene for over 25 years. He has made the decision to retire from comedy and on Sunday May 21st and will be performing on his last show with a stellar lineup of headliners. Listen as we discuss why he became a comic,…

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Ep 298 Paul Taro "Asian Plus Irish Equals Funny Comedian" 1:27:38

4M ago1:27:38

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Paul Taro joins Ace and Scott in the Acement today. Paul is a rising star in the CT/NY comedy scene achieving runner up in the Connecticut's Funniest Comic Contest within his first few years. He has a really unique background and is a great storyteller. Check out Paul at https://www.facebook.com/paul.taro.9406 Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/beh…

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Ep 297 Brian Holland "Blue Collar Laughs" 1:03:19

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Brian Holland joins Ace and Scott in the Acement. Brian is a blue-collar guy by day and hilarious comic by night. Hailing from Central Massachusetts (Leicester to be exact), he brings everyday working class situations to the stage. Check out Brian at https://www.facebook.com/brian.holland.503 Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us…

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Ep 296 Matt Barry "For Laughs On Four Twenty" 1:11:47

5M ago1:11:47

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Matt Barry is this weeks guest in the Acement. Matt has performed in clubs, theaters, bars, and apartments in his 8 years. In 2013 he was crowned “New England’s Best Bar Comic” and in 2015, took third place in “Last Comix Standing,” a competition between 120 comics at Mohegan Sun. Matt has opened for national acts including Tom Green, Gilbert Gottf…

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Ep 295 Mike Koutrobis "Return Of The Renaissance Comic" 1:12:31

5M ago1:12:31

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Mike Koutrobis joins Ace and guest host Alan Moreau in the Acement. Mike has been a stand-up for over twenty years, performing at places like the Borgata in Atlantic City, Dangerfields & Gotham in NYC, Foxwoods & Mohegan, as well as entertaining US troops overseas. Mike's movies and television roles include Bleed For This, Back Bay & Dead Reckoning…

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Ep 294 Dustin Chafin "From Doublewide To Double Laughs" 53:11

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With Scott out, Derrick Fonseca cohosts with Ace. They talk to comedian Dustin Chafin. Born in a doublewide trailer in Kilgore, Texas he was the son of a used-car salesman and a grandson of Choctaw Native Americans, yet Dustin is so much more. Boxed and won Golden Gloves, missionary work in the Chilean mountains, TV writer, and done standup all ove…

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Ep 293 Roger Kabler "Being Robin" 1:20:39

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In the late 80's & early 90's you couldn't turn on a comedy special without seeing Roger Kabler and his off the wall, high energy, impression filled act. He was the Zima guy in commercials and starred in the sitcom Rhythm & Blues. He took his passion for Robin Williams and released a movie called "Being Robin". Join Ace & Scott as they go behind th…

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Ep 292 Myq Kaplan "A.K.A. Small Dork And Handsome" 1:32:32

6M ago1:32:32

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Ace and Scott decide to start our 7th season with a re-issue of our episode with Myq Kaplan. From his early days in Boston to his appearance on late night shows like Conan, Seth Myers, and James Corden, we covered a lot of ground. Myq has several great albums that we highly recommend. Check them out at https://myqkaplan.com/ Go to https://www.buyme…

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Ep 316 Carla Mulhern "Brian's Not Here, It’s Carla’s Turn” 1:24:42

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Ep 315 Paul Reubens Tribute Turns Into A Playhouse W/ The Mixtape Guys 1:38:48

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Ep 314 Tony Moschetto "Punchlines And Pumpkin Contests" 1:29:33

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Ep 313 Craig Shoemaker "Don Knotts Favorite Comic, The Lovemaster" 1:12:16

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Ep 312 Bob Nelson "The Comeback Of Nelson Schmelson" 1:32:19

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Ep 311 Jess Miller "Five Pounds of T*t Sweat" 1:07:59

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Ep 310 Paul Elwell "Drove 90 Mins On A Thursday Nite To Do A Basement" 1:39:08

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Ep 309 Dawn Tyler “It’s 2023, We Can Talk About That Now” 1:23:42

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Ep 308 Paul Jaxon and Brian Mulhern "Jaxon & The Pharmacist" 2:37:15

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Ep 307 Nick Albanese "Il Mio Films - Death or Taxes" 1:23:55

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Ep 306 The Return of Brad Pierce "They Should Wear Signs" 1:18:06

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Ep 305 John Iavarone "No Caffeine Needed For This Jokesmith" 1:10:35

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Ep 304 Skip Daniels "The Prince of Mystery" 1:13:41

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Ep 303 Brian Vincent "Gramma Martha And Sophie Tucker Made Him A Man" 1:22:41

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Ep 302 Jonathan Groff "No Not That One, The OG JG" 1:30:38

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Ep 301 Frank Vignola "I'm A Sturdy Fella" 1:20:20

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Ep 300 Jason Pollock "Awkwardly Comfortable At Being Very Funny" 1:38:48

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Ep 299 Dario Mercadante "Inventor Of The Pole-O-Matic" 1:27:59

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Ep 298 Paul Taro "Asian Plus Irish Equals Funny Comedian" 1:27:38

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Ep 297 Brian Holland "Blue Collar Laughs" 1:03:19

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Ep 296 Matt Barry "For Laughs On Four Twenty" 1:11:47

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Ep 295 Mike Koutrobis "Return Of The Renaissance Comic" 1:12:31

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Ep 294 Dustin Chafin "From Doublewide To Double Laughs" 53:11

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Ep 293 Roger Kabler "Being Robin" 1:20:39

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Ep 292 Myq Kaplan "A.K.A. Small Dork And Handsome" 1:32:32

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