Brian Miklas is a comedian working in Chicago! He hosts an open mic called 'End The Night Open Mic', taking place on Tuesdays at 11:30 PM! Sign-up at 11. All you need to do is make your way to Claddagh Ring Pub and see for yourself. 😉
In this episode, we discuss what makes comedy so much more inclusive than other career paths, how we felt about the film 'Wicked', why certain podcasts excel, Brian's skateboarding experiences, the rise of Theo Von, where we fall on the Biggie VS. Pac debate, and much more! 🔥
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebrianmiklas/
'End The Night' Open Mic: https://www.instagram.com/endthenightopenmic/
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TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Brian Miklas
1:25 - Starting out in comedy and getting booked on shows
3:01 - Brendan Schaub’s career in MMA and comedy
5:20 - The impact of podcasting and past comedian collaborations
9:04 - Joe Rogan’s political shift and public perception
12:07 - Repetitiveness in long-running podcasts
15:00 - Bernie Sanders, political disillusionment, and systemic issues
19:08 - The revolution won't be televised—how change is suppressed
22:06 - Elon Musk & Twitter
27:08 - Online culture, division, and internet toxicity
33:28 - The impact of books vs. online content
37:40 - Favorite comedians and comedy inspirations
43:48 - Comedy culture, online hate, and negativity
46:48 - Open mics and networking in comedy
51:04 - Ps1ched3lics, self-exploration, and personal experiences
57:10 - Edibles vs. Smoke
1:02:13 - Video games, industry changes, and nostalgia
1:07:03 - Skating culture and past experiences
1:14:04 - Passion vs. success and long-term commitment
1:23:02 - Comedy industry struggles and perceptions
1:29:07 - Alternative career paths and lifestyle choices
1:31:41 - First Jobs & Early Career
1:32:06 - Making Music & Early Interview Show
1:32:39 - Growth of the Podcast
1:33:09 - The Challenge of Running a Podcast Alone
1:33:20 - Thoughts on Co-Hosting
1:33:49 - Importance of a Good Podcast Format
1:34:54 - Gimmicks in Podcasts & Background Laughers
1:35:12 - Podcasts as a Way to Get to Know Creators
1:35:50 - Letting Guests Talk
1:36:49 - The Importance of a Genuine Conversation
1:37:55 - Preparing Questions vs. Going with the Flow
1:41:17 - Harland Williams’ 'Harland Highway' & Improvised Comedy
1:42:28 - Finding Your Own Style in Podcasting & Comedy
1:44:23 - Starting a Podcast & The Learning Curve
1:46:04 - The Long-Term Commitment of Comedy vs. Physical Professions
1:49:41 - Rodney Mullen & The Evolution of Skateboarding
1:52:24 - Developing a Unique Voice in Comedy & Avoiding Copying
1:57:44 - The Rise of Theo Von
2:00:40 - Ariana Grande in Wicked & Popular Music Trends
2:05:46 - Living in the Moment & Avoiding Overthinking
2:07:29 - The Grind of Stand-Up Open Mic Culture
2:12:06 - Finding Meaning & Unintended Impact
2:16:04 - The Importance of Writing & Overcoming Writer's Block
2:20:10 - Life Regrets, Potential Fatherhood, & Missed Connections
2:23:02 - Comedy Styles & Avoiding Being a Copycat
2:30:23 - Greta Van Fleet & Music Originality
2:34:14 - Biggie vs. Tupac Debate
2:39:11 - 'End the Night' Open Mic
2:40:17 - Final Thoughts: Just Go Do It
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