Comedian Danny Jolles (Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, Ramy) has a new special out on YouTube called Six Parts.  Danny and Latif talk about the biz, musical theater, the best cities to start standup in, and the best and worst advice received in acting class.

Comedian Bruce Gray of The Gray Area talks to Latif Tayour about moving to Portland for 1-year, how to be a good host, building an audience on Twitch, and the advantages of being present.

Comedian Zahra Ali is one of the co-founders of Facial Recognition Comedy.  She joins Latif Tayour to talk about running shows, writing, and Mariah Carey.

Comedian Collin Chamberlin joins Latif Tayour to talk about his podcast Hell Gigs, which recently joined the Helium Network, and landing a role with Martin Short and Steve Martin on stage.

Comedian Liz Glazer won the Boston Comedy Festival and was featured in the Wall Street Journal.  Liz joins Latif Tayour to talk about a career change from tenured law professor at Hofstra who was published in the Georgetown Law Review, to comedian, actor, and writer.

Comedian Gareth Reynolds of The Dollop podcast joins Latif Tayour to talk about the business of comedy, touring, podcasting, and writing.

Comedian D.J. Demers (Conan) talks to Latif Tayour about building and monetizing his YouTube channel, the global monoculture, standup comedy, podcasts, and life.

Comedian, writer, and actor Megan Gailey joins Latif Tayour to talk about selling shows in LA, The Just For Laughs festival, getting representation, and her show The Megan Gailey Bubble Machine.

Paige Weldon is an amazing comedian, writer, actor, and cartoonist.  She has performed on the Late Show with James Corden, Comedy Central, and publishes a weekly cartoon on her Instagram @paigeweldon.  

Comedian and America actor Cort McCown joins Latif Tayour to talk about his journey to Hollywood from Oaklahoma which led him to sitcoms, movies, and The Comedy Store.

Comedian Matty Chymbor added 30,000 followers to his Instagram account by creating hilarious videos on Instagram's new feature Reels.  In this episode we discuss how he did it as well as tips for your own Reels.

Comedian Usama Siddiquee joins Latif Tayour to talk about his time on America's Got Talent, performing as a New Face for the Just For Laughs Festival in Montreal, and why building your own audience is the most important thing.

Comedian, actor, and American writer Moses Storm talks about working and performing on Conan, his viral Burger King commercial, and how editing is the most important additional skill you can learn.

DJ Coach Tea is the DJ at The Roast Battle at The Comedy Store and a music producer who worked on Chris Rock's Tamborine Album.  He joins Latif Tayour to talk about music production, comedy, prepping the legendary DJ sets for The Roast Battle, and more.

Comedian Katie Boyle of The Shift Podcast talks about the differences between comedy in Ireland and New York, investing in the tools you need to be successful, dating, and grooming.

Danish Maqbool is a comedian and former professional gamer.  He joins Latif Tayour to talk about gaming, Twitch, comedy, and getting on the show Ramy on Hulu.

Comedian Kelsey Cook joins Latif Tayour to talk about diversifying your income streams, touring, branding, and breaking into New York featuring for Jim Norton.

Comedian and writer Zach Noe Towers joins Latif Tayour to talk about JFL, working on What a Joke with Papa & Fortune on Netflix/SiriusXM, optioning a script to A24, and the magic of TikTok.

Comedian Steve Furey joins Latif Tayour to talk about the Southland Comedy festival he founded, touring with Bert Kreischer in the pandemic and how to get the things you want in show business to come to you.

Comedian Isak Allen talks comedy, music production, crystals, commercial auditions, and who would make a good Iron Man replacement for Robert Downey Jr.

Comedian Dylan Sullivan joins Latif Tayour to talk about The Comedy Store Documentary on Showtime (he's in it), Lights Out With David Spade (he was on it), and great show business books.

Hunter Hill is a comedian and producer who founded The Rec Room comedy club in Orange County, Super Secret Comedy Show, and tours with Iliza Schlesinger.  We talk about comedy, writing, producing, and our mutual admiration of Todd Glass.

Comedian Chase Bernstein joins Latif Tayour to talk about comedy, writing, her time on Bill Burr's The Ringers on Comedy Central and Last Comic Standing, and the magic of Kylie Jenner's Instagram Page.

Michael Longfellow is a comedian and actor who was featured on NBC's Bring the Funny and Conan.  We talk about comedy on the beach, producing shows, his time on Bring the Funny, management, and the importance of resilience.

Comedy photographer Andrew Max Levy (aka @justoffthesix) discusses breaking into the LA comedy photography scene, techniques to get great photos, streaming on Twitch, and production tips for a great show.

Comedian JR De Guzman and Latif Tayour talk comedy, music production, performing in the Philippines, and how JR got his Netflix special.

Comedian, Actress, and Producer Leah Lamarr (James Corden) joins Latif Tayour to talk about producing, comedy, and life.

Comedian Morgan Jay joins Latif Tayour to talk about investing in the tools to become successful performing online, his time on NBC's Bring The Funny, and the ins and outs of musical comedy.

Comedian Chris Scopo joins Latif Tayour to talk about the New York comedy scene, sports betting, and the future of The New York Mets.  Thank you for supporting It's Show Business!  This is our 1 year anniversary!   For bonus episodes, rewards, and exclusive content join our Patreon page:    https://bit.ly/its-sb-patreon

Comedian Audrey Stewart joins Latif Tayour to talk about being on NBC's Bring The Funny, going viral on the Laugh Factory page, and why LA is not dead for comedy.

Comedian Craig Conant joins Latif Tayour to talk about his viral moment with his Trader Joe's bit, how to run a successful online merch store, and getting back into live shows.

Comedian Andrew Orolfo joins Latif Tayour to talk about comedy in San Francisco, opening for Jo Koy in the Philippines, and ghost riding a Mustang 5.0. For bonus episodes, rewards, and extra interviews join our Patreon page: https://bit.ly/its-sb-patreon

Comedian Ryan Singer joins Latif Tayour to talk about science, reality, the space time continuum, the paranormal, Big Foot, and of course Mad About You.

Comedian and Writer Jay Light joins Latif Tayour to talk about writing for TV shows, The new online Roast Battle at The Comedy Store, and his comedy album Nice Guy With a Gun.

Comedian Simon Gibson joins Latif Tayour to talk about becoming a New Face at the Montreal Just For Laughs festival, his Amazon Prime show Inside Jokes, and hosting the new show Cannonball.

Comedian Chris Fairbanks joins Latif Tayour to talk about his new standup special Rescue Cactus, mustaches, comedy, Montana and models. For bonus episodes, rewards, and extra interviews join our Patreon page: https://bit.ly/its-sb-patreon

Comedian Matt O'Brien joins Latif Tayour to talk about video production with green screens, lighting, winning SiriusXM's top comic, mustaches, making successful videos for cameo, and moving to Canada to wait out the pandemic. For bonus episodes, rewards, and extra interviews join our Patreon page: https://bit.ly/its-sb-patreon

Comedian Josh Potter talks about his comedy roots at Helium Comedy Club in Buffalo, NY; opening for Tom Segura, working as a podcast producer on Your Mom's House, streaming video games for income on Twitch, and what it was like performing in San Diego as the pandemic lockdown was lifting.

Comedian Ehsan Ahmad joins Latif Tayour to talk comedy, sports, the bay, the best times to promote your podcast, and what job to choose during the pandemic. For bonus episodes, rewards, and extra interviews join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/itsshowbusiness

Comedian, photographer, and web-designer Andrew Delman joins Latif Tayour to discus logos, creating a personal brand identity, web-design, recording your own commercials, and organic moments in live comedy. For bonus episodes, rewards, and extra interviews join our Patreon page: https://bit.ly/its-sb-patreon

Comedian Bryan Hatt joins Latif Tayour to talk about the benefits of voice acting, the importance of sounding your bits off your comedian friends, outdoor shows, Tim Hortons coffee and Canada. For bonus episodes, rewards, and extra interviews join our Patreon page: https://bit.ly/its-sb-patreon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/latiftayour/ https://www.instagram.com/itsshowbusinesspod/

Comedian Shapel Lacey and Latif Tayour talk about acceptance, anger management, and just doing the work. There are no shortcuts! For bonus episodes, rewards, and extra interviews join our Patreon page: https://bit.ly/its-sb-patreon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/latiftayour/ https://www.instagram.com/itsshowbusinesspod/  

Comedian Nataly Aukar talks about immigrating to NYC from Lebanon, breaking into the NYC comedy scene, whether or not to acknowledge the Corona virus in new scripts, and what happens when you memorize your act if English is not your first language. Great episode! Follow Nataly Aukar @natyourcolor.

Comedian Taylor Tomlinson (Netflix, Conan) joins Latif Tayour to talk comedy specials, management, business, and the importance of being grateful, pleasant, and having a good work ethic. For bonus episodes, rewards, and extra interviews join our Patreon page: https://bit.ly/its-sb-patreon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/latiftayour/ https://www.instagram.com/itsshowbusinesspod/

Comedian Frank Castillo joins Latif Tayour to talk about Roast Battle, do's and don'ts for new comedians at The Comedy Store, our NYC Skankfest adventures, and how Frank might be secretly Canadian.

Comedian and writer J.F. Harris (Magic for Humans, Comedy Central, Bill Burr Presents) joins Latif to talk about writing for TV, comedy, touring, and baking bread. Some great tips in this episode! Subscribe below!

Fahim Anwar is a comedian from Comedy Central's Goat Face Comedy and has been on Conan and Late Night with Seth Meyers. Fahim and Latif talk about whether you should pick a Hollywood name, what makes a good manager, the difference between talent and giving a f***, and whether or not Instagram followers matter.

Drew Miller, Head of Comedy Content & Programming at Pandora, talks best practices to get more plays, streaming algorithms, playlist curation, the benefits of audio releases, and what we can all learn from Silicon Valley corporate culture. Would love a review and subscribe. It helps the podcast tremendously. Thank you.

Comedian Mark Normand joins Latif Tayour to talk about the comedy business, investing in real estate, skateboarding, Seinfeld, The Simpsons, and the writing process!  Also check out Mark's new special Out To Lunch May 12th! For bonus episodes, rewards, and extra interviews join our Patreon page: https://bit.ly/its-sb-patreon YouTube: https://bit.ly/3cuh6j3 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3cAfx35 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3eFmeTJ   Leave us a review and subscribe!

Troy Conrad is one of LA's top comedy photographers and directors.  Troy regularly shoots at The Comedy Store and at comedy performances for comedians such as Bill Burr, Tom Segura, Bert Kreischer, Chris D'Elia and more.  Troy and Latif Tayour talk about what makes a great headshot, the importance of great photos at comedy shows, and how to get motivated to take action on your creative project now!

Comedian Caleb Synan joins Latif Tayour to talk about Zoom comedy shows, Tiger King, The Naked Gun films, good dad jokes, building your online presence during Corona, and how to stay positive and make the best of the virus lockdown.

Comedian and actor Paul Elia discusses experimenting with new material in New York, shooting sketches, moving from Detroit to LA, freestyle theories, and adapting your goals.   For bonus episodes, rewards, and extra interviews join our Patreon page: https://bit.ly/its-sb-patreon If you're enjoying the pod please leave us a review and subscribe!

Comedian Daniel Weingarten joins Latif Tayour to talk indie movie production, how film distribution deals work, teeth whitening, booking your first headliner tour, converting fans to ticket buyers, and creating without fear! For bonus episodes, rewards, and extra interviews join our Patreon page: https://bit.ly/its-sb-patreon   If you're enjoying the pod please leave us a review and subscribe!

Comedian Erica Rhodes joins Latif Tayour to talk about goals, pitching a show, touring, comedy wardrobe, and what she would have done differently on NBC's Bring the Funny. For bonus episodes, rewards, and extra interviews join our Patreon page: https://bit.ly/its-sb-patreon   If you're enjoying the pod please leave us a review and subscribe!

Caitlin Alyn, social media director at The Laugh Factory, joins Latif Tayour to talk about hot to make your social media account shine! For bonus episodes, rewards, and extra interviews join our Patreon page: https://bit.ly/its-sb-patreon   If you're enjoying the pod please leave us a review and subscribe!

Comedian Alex Hooper and Latif Tayour talk America's Got Talent, Pug Yoga on Ellen, The Magic of Thinking Big, Roast Battle, Think and Grow Rich, 5 Things to do for yourself, mediation and investing in yourself. For bonus episodes, rewards, and extra interviews join our Patreon page: https://bit.ly/its-sb-patreon   If you're enjoying the pod please leave us a review and subscribe!

Comedian Michael Lenoci and Latif Tayour talk savings accounts, the goal of buying a house in LA, touring, what he has learned featuring for Chris D'Elia, and our Top 5 rappers. For bonus episodes, rewards, and extra interviews join our Patreon page: https://bit.ly/its-sb-patreon   If you're enjoying the pod please leave us a review and subscribe!

Comedian Erica Spera joins Latif Tayour to talk about running shows, investing in bi-coastal life, dating, and when to set up a Patreon. For bonus episodes, rewards, and extra interviews join our Patreon page: https://bit.ly/its-sb-patreon   If you're enjoying the pod please leave us a review and subscribe!

Matt Bachus is a comedian and podcaster from Hold My Bread: The Million Dollar Podcast. We talk investing in stocks, investment philosophies, and comedy! For bonus episodes, rewards, and extra interviews join our Patreon page: https://bit.ly/its-sb-patreon   If you're enjoying the pod please leave us a review and subscribe!

Juno award winning Comedian and actor Dave Merheje (Hulu, Ramy, Netflix) and Latif Tayour discuss immigrating to America for comedy, rap battles, auditioning for McDonalds with a fedora, and customer service at restaurants. For bonus episodes, rewards, and extra interviews join our Patreon page: https://bit.ly/its-sb-patreon   If you're enjoying the pod please leave us a review and subscribe!

Comedian Tehran joins Latif Tayour to talk about the origin of his Laugh Factory show Comedy Bazaar, celebrity, rap music, and getting booked. For bonus episodes, rewards, and extra interviews join our Patreon page: https://bit.ly/its-sb-patreon   If you're enjoying the pod please leave us a review and subscribe!

Comedian and actor Jamie Kennedy (Malibu's Most Wanted) joins Latif Tayour to talk about platforms, controlling your content, and how to break into the business! For bonus episodes, rewards, and extra interviews join our Patreon page: https://bit.ly/its-sb-patreon   If you're enjoying the pod please leave us a review and subscribe!

Comedian Dave Waite and Latif Tayour talk about comedy festivals working at The Comedy Store and how to promote a show.  Zip zap, Alright! For bonus episodes, rewards, and extra interviews join our Patreon page: https://bit.ly/its-sb-patreon   If you're enjoying the pod please leave us a review and subscribe!

Comedian DJ Demers (Conan, America's Got Talent) joins Latif Tayour to talk about branding, Canada, cruise ships and playing to win!  For bonus episodes, rewards, and extra interviews join our Patreon page: https://bit.ly/its-sb-patreon   If you're enjoying the pod please leave us a review and subscribe!

Comedian Shang (BET Comic View) joins Latif Tayour to talk about email marketing, pilots, and corporate gigs. For bonus episodes, rewards, and extra interviews join our Patreon page: https://bit.ly/its-sb-patreon   If you're enjoying the pod please leave us a review and subscribe!   YouTube: https://bit.ly/3cuh6j3 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3cAfx35 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3eFmeTJ

Benjy Grinberg, founder of Rostrum Records (Wiz Khalifa, Mac Miller), and Latif Tayour deep dive into Spotify, streaming, and today's music business. For bonus episodes, rewards, and extra interviews join our Patreon page: https://bit.ly/its-sb-patreon   If you're enjoying the pod please leave us a review and subscribe!

Comedian Matty Chymbor and Latif Tayour review 2019, talk about Matty's first headliner show in Tacoma, and set comedy goals for 2020. For bonus episodes, rewards, and extra interviews join our Patreon page: https://bit.ly/its-sb-patreon   If you're enjoying the pod please leave us a review and subscribe!

Comedian Luke Null (Saturday Night Live) joins Latif Tayour to talk musical comedy, album recoding, and SNL.   For bonus episodes, rewards, and extra interviews join our Patreon page: https://bit.ly/its-sb-patreon   If you're enjoying the pod please leave us a review and subscribe!   YouTube: https://bit.ly/3cuh6j3 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3cAfx35 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3eFmeTJ

Juno award winning comedian Ivan Decker (Netflix, Conan) joins Latif Tayour to talk about touring, comedy, Science World, Canada, and the dreaded check drop. For bonus episodes, rewards, and extra interviews join our Patreon page: https://bit.ly/its-sb-patreon   If you're enjoying the pod please leave us a review and subscribe!

Bay area comedian Irene Tu and Latif Tayour talk about goal setting, Dancing with The Stars, and the best approach to getting booked. For bonus episodes, rewards, and extra interviews join our Patreon page: https://bit.ly/its-sb-patreon   If you're enjoying the pod please leave us a review and subscribe!

Comedian and podcaster Michael Blaustein (Stiff Socks) joins Latif Tayour to discuss the podcast business and their comedy exploits in San Diego and New York. For bonus episodes, rewards, and extra interviews join our Patreon page: https://bit.ly/its-sb-patreon   If you're enjoying the pod please leave us a review and subscribe!

Comedian Neel Nanda and Latif Tayour discuss comedy, social media, clipping, late-night, and the new entertainment business landscape. And also Usher.  For bonus episodes, rewards, and extra interviews join our Patreon page: https://bit.ly/its-sb-patreon   If you're enjoying the pod please leave us a review and subscribe!

Comedian and writer Maronzio Vance (Comedy Central, In Living Color) joins Latif Tayour to discuss comedy in the new entertainment landscape, selling a TV show to YouTube, Detroit, and which Wu-Tang album is the best. For bonus episodes, rewards, and extra interviews join our Patreon page: https://bit.ly/its-sb-patreon   If you're enjoying the pod please leave us a review and subscribe!

Master podcast producer Andrew Steven (History of Standup, Seeso) joins Latif Tayour to talk about the podcast business and more! For bonus episodes, rewards, and extra interviews join our Patreon page: https://bit.ly/its-sb-patreon   If you're enjoying the pod please leave us a review and subscribe!

Comedian, musician, photographer and content creator Mike Falzone joins Latif Tayour to talk YouTube, making it in New York, and the music business.  Plus some great quotes! For bonus episodes, rewards, and extra interviews join our Patreon page: https://bit.ly/its-sb-patreon   If you're enjoying the pod please leave us a review and subscribe!

Comedian and visual artist Ramin Nazer (Late Late Show) joins Latif Tayour to discuss his creative process, investing, Texas, and comedy. For bonus episodes, rewards, and extra interviews join our Patreon page: https://bit.ly/its-sb-patreon   If you're enjoying the pod please leave us a review and subscribe!

Talent Manager Jessica Kelley joins Latif Tayour to talk about the comic management business, when to get a manager, and the Just For Laughs Festival. For bonus episodes, rewards, and extra interviews join our Patreon page: https://bit.ly/its-sb-patreon   If you're enjoying the pod please leave us a review and subscribe!

Latif Tayour joins Jamie Flam and Vanessa Ragland of Dynasty Typewriter talk comedy business from the point of view of the venue, booking, and how to run a great show. For bonus episodes, rewards, and extra interviews join our Patreon page: https://bit.ly/its-sb-patreon   If you're enjoying the pod please leave us a review and subscribe!

Comedian and podcaster Eddie Della Siepe (Exactamundo, For Fact's Sake) joins Latif Tayour in Toronto to discuss the business of comedy and investing in yourself. For bonus episodes, rewards, and extra interviews join our Patreon page: https://bit.ly/its-sb-patreon   If you're enjoying the pod please leave us a review and subscribe!

Latif Tayour and Comedian Matty Chymbor discuss comedy in Los Angeles, featuring for Drew Lynch income as a comedian, investing, and saving for retirement. For bonus episodes, rewards, and extra interviews join our Patreon page: https://bit.ly/its-sb-patreon If you're enjoying the pod please leave us a review and subscribe!