Learning To Fail
Comedy
Hi there, welcome, and thank you for tuning in. My name is Jason Scholder and this is "Learning To Fail." Everyone Has Stories They Like to Tell. These Are the Stories They Haven't Told. Each week I interview people who matter... or at least people who matter to me. Some of them are friends, others are teachers, and a lot of them are comedians. I never know where these stories are going to take us, but it's usually somewhere amazing. As this podcast continues to fail, I mean grow, I hope to interview some of the world’s top comics, thinkers and visionaries. I love Learning to Fail and I hope you’ll enjoy listening to these conversations as much as I enjoy having them.
Location:
United States
Genres:
Comedy
Description:
Hi there, welcome, and thank you for tuning in. My name is Jason Scholder and this is "Learning To Fail." Everyone Has Stories They Like to Tell. These Are the Stories They Haven't Told. Each week I interview people who matter... or at least people who matter to me. Some of them are friends, others are teachers, and a lot of them are comedians. I never know where these stories are going to take us, but it's usually somewhere amazing. As this podcast continues to fail, I mean grow, I hope to interview some of the world’s top comics, thinkers and visionaries. I love Learning to Fail and I hope you’ll enjoy listening to these conversations as much as I enjoy having them.
Twitter:
@ltfpodcast
Language:
English
Contact:
828-222-3738
Website:
https://ltfpod.com/
Episodes
Episode 41 — Cliff Cash — All In and Only Half Way There
1/19/2021
COMEDIAN Cliff Cash sits down with Jason, Mid-quarantine, at a safe distance, on this very special episode of Learning To Fail. Cliff just released his first comedy album, "Half Way There," available on iTunes, and wherever you get music.
Buy Cliff Cash’s Comedy Album on iTunes
Cliff Cash is the funniest guy you haven’t heard of (yet). Kevin Nealon called him a mix between Rory Scovel and Bill Hicks. Kristine Levine of Portlandia called his set “Chef’s kiss perfect”.
His style of comedy...
Duration:01:58:44
Episode 40 — Mo Alexander — Back From the Dead... and Still Killing!
5/5/2020
Comedian Mo Alexander joins Jason Scholder on this episode of Learning To Fail. Mo is a touring comedian from Memphis, TN. Jason and Mo met under unfortunate circumstances, at the memorial service and tribute show to the late, great, Spanky Brown. (After listening to Jason's interview with Mo, you can listen to Jason's interview with Spanky here.) But they hit it off right away, made each other laugh, and have been trying to perform together ever since! They actually had a gig on the books...
Duration:01:12:07
Episode 39 — Aadil Palkhivala — A Natural Born Yogi
4/28/2020
Yoga Leader, Teacher and visionary, Aadil Palkhivala, joins Jason on this episode of Learning To Fail. Aadil is one of the top yoga teachers in the world, and has become a personal friend of Jason's since their first meeting in San Francisco, in 2009. They have embarked on creative projects together, collaborated on yoga prop designs and implementation, and shared numerous personal stories and sagas. Jason considers Aadil to be one of his most influential yoga teachers and always learns...
Duration:02:31:11
Episode 38 — Chuck Johnson — Summiting the College Comedy Circuit
4/21/2020
Comedy Agent & Manager, Chuck Johnson joins Jason on this episode of Learning To Fail. Chuck has found his niche and risen to the top of the College Comedy Market. The secret of his success has been thinking big, but staying small. Of all the people Jason has met doing comedy, Chuck is one of the nicest and most generous. And if you ask anyone who knows him, they'll tell you the same. He ends every conversation by saying, "Feel free to call me if you ever have any questions or need any...
Duration:01:54:19
Episode 37 — Cary Goff — An Original Gangster of Asheville Comedy
4/14/2020
Comedian Cary Goff joins Jason on this episode of Learning To Fail Podcast to talk about life, parenting and the Asheville Comedy Scene. Cary is one of Asheville's most beloved and appreciated comedians. He's been performing locally since the scene was in its infancy and now runs the quintessential weekly open mic that defines Asheville's comedy community. It's the one time, every week, when just about every comedian shows up to showcase their newest material and see their friends. Jason and...
Duration:01:28:03
Episode 36 — Ritch Shydner — A Hilarious Historian of Stand-Up Comedy
4/7/2020
Comedian Ritch Shydner joins Jason on this episode of Learning to Fail Podcast. Jason was introduced to Ritch by some mutual friends who thought they might have a bit in common. It's much more serious than that. These guys love each other! This interview took place the first time they ever met in person, and will not lose your attention for a minute. Take a deep dive into the world of stand up comedy with a guy who's done the Tonight Show, with Johnny Carson, 14 times! He's a legend in the...
Duration:02:45:27
EPISODE 35 — Mike Elis — The Artisan of Entertainment Management
3/31/2020
Producer/Comedian Mike Elis joins Jason on this episode of Learning To Fail. Mike was the first person to ever give Jason a real shot, on a real stage, in front of a real audience. Since then they've fallen in, fallen out and fallen back. But overcoming adversity is what builds lasting relationships. And now they're BFFs for reals.
Mike brought Jason his favorite nosh (Lox Shmear on a Cinnamon Raison bagel — Don't judge him!), which Jason proceeds to eat, while they talk, for the first half...
Duration:02:25:30
Episode 34 — Mia Jackson — Steppin’ On My Biscuits
3/24/2020
Comedian Mia Jackson joins Jason for this episode of Learning to Fail. Jason met Mia for the first time when he hosted one of her first ever shows in Asheville. They talk about everything from how Mia got started in comedy to what it was like being a semi-finalist on Last Comic Standing to the preconceived notions people have of her comedy before she starts her set. Mia has come a long way since we recorded this interview. She’s been in several movies, toured stadiums with Amy Schumer and...
Duration:01:49:19
Episode 33 — Jon Reep — Kindness Never Fails
2/17/2020
Jason sits down backstage with Jon Reep before & between their shows at The Orange Peel in Asheville, NC. Jon reveals some of the secrets to his success and shares some very personal anecdotes from his life.
You can follow Jon's touring schedule at JonReep.com and listen to his podcast at CountryishPodcast.com.
Jon Reep is a nationally touring comedian whose contemporary country point of view has won over legions of fans in comedy clubs, on tv and in film. As a stand-up he’s built a...
Duration:01:16:37
Episode 32 – Spanky Brown – Comin’ For to Carry Me Home
5/20/2018
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This episode of Learning to Fail features comedian, mentor and friend, Spank Brown. Spanky died unexpectedly just over a week ago. He was 56 years old and filled with life, laughter and love. I know you’ll enjoy listening to what he has to say. I only regret none of us will ever have the pleasure of watching him perform again. Spanky Brown was one of the kindest, funniest, most charming people I’d ever met. I invite you to enjoy this dose of wisdom and levity,...
Duration:01:26:45
Episode 31 – Nick Taylor – Inside the Wall Part 1
9/24/2017
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Comedian and friend, Nick Taylor, stops by to say farewell before leaving Asheville for San Diego… and stays for 3 hours! Jason and Nick had only known each other for about a year when they recorded this, but as you will see, there’s a lot of history and a lot of love. This is one of those deeply personal conversations that is really amazing to have recorded. And it’s long, so we divided it in two parts.
Duration:00:53:19
Episode 30 – Joel Pace – Deep in the Zone
9/17/2017
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Comedy Zone booker and comedy teacher, Joel Pace, joins Jason in the Green Room to talk about what it takes to make it as a comedian and some of the pitfalls new comics fall into. If you want to take comedy classes with Joel, check out Comedy Zone Classes with Joel https://www.cltcomedyzone.com/classes/
Duration:00:45:12
Episode 29 – Grayson Morris – Am I a Weird Girl?
9/10/2017
Subscribe on iTunes Comedian Grayson Morris takes her turn on the couch before leaving town for a whirlwind tour across the country. Grayson is a favorite among Asheville comedians, and even teaches her own comedy class from time to time. You can follow Grayson’s career at graysonmorriscomedy.com
The post Episode 29 – Grayson Morris – Am I a Weird Girl? appeared first on Learning to Fail.
Duration:01:07:46
Episode 28 – Becca Steinhoff and Herbie Gill – Two Jokes Are Better Than One
9/3/2017
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New York based comedians Becca Steinhoff and Herbie Gill talk with Jason while visiting Asheville. After exchanging only a few words at an open mic, Jason realized he wanted the rest of their conversation to be recorded. Many comedians leave small towns for bigger markets not knowing what's in store when they arrive. Herbie and Becca regale us with stories about what it was like for them.
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Duration:02:10:57
Episode 27 – Kevin Gootee – Comics Watching Comics
8/28/2017
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In this episode Jason talks with comedian and actor, Kevin Gootee. Kevin works and performs in NYC and has a show called “Comics Watching Comics,” which just got picked up by Amazon Prime.
Duration:01:01:11
Episode 26 – Sid Davis – Cruisin’ for Amusin’
8/20/2017
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Comedian Sid Davis sits down with Jason before they perform together for the first time in over a year. Meanwhile Jason has been to comedy school and Sid has started performing on cruise ships. It’s been a big year for everyone!
Duration:01:47:17
Episode 25 – Caesar Lizardo – L.A. Comedy Confidential
8/14/2017
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Comedian, Caesar Lizardo, gets together with Jason during his trip to Los Angeles to talk about making your way as a new fish in the shark infested waters of Hollywood.
Duration:01:24:48
Episode 24 – David Furman – The Story is in the Details
8/6/2017
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Internationally acclaimed artist, retired college professor and Fulbright scholar, David Furman, joins Jason to talk about art, spirituality, comedy and cancer. Not to mention a little Kathy Griffin and Goliath. David helped Jason truly find his voice as a visual artist and they’ve been friends ever since. Maybe if you all bug him about it, Jason will start painting again.
Duration:01:26:59
Episode 23 – Paul Hefti – All That Jazz
7/30/2017
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Paul Hefti invites Jason into his home to discuss old times and the amazing story of his father, Jazz composer, Neil Hefti. They talk family, friendship and the unfathomable combination of luck and talent required to become the musician’s musician his dad was, and the incredible joy Paul is now experiencing as he solidifies his father’s legacy via his own musical journey.
Duration:01:26:01
Episode 22 – Jack Willhite – The Song Remains Insane
7/23/2017
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Musical comedian Jack Willhite joins Jason in the green room before their first of two shows heading into New Year’s Eve, 2017. Jack has some great stories about life on the road. It’s not an easy life, but he’s pretty easy with it.
Duration:01:04:58