Good News York: Comedy, Traffic Woes & Open Mic Adventures
Welcome to Good News York! In this episode, we dive deep into the local comedy scene with guest Dylan Wirtz, a new comedy promoter in Syracuse. Dylan shares his journey from an open mic newcomer to organizing the sold-out Cue Comedy Throwdown. We are also joined by Abdul and Mike, who share their experiences from the competition and preparation for the upcoming Night of Champions event. Mike takes us through his incredible 30 days, 30 states, 30 mics journey and the challenges he faced along the way. We talk about the shift in the comedy world from avoiding online content to embracing it for promotion. Tune in for an exciting and inspirational episode filled with laughter, stories, and a few surprises along the way. Get ready for an engaging discussion on the evolving world of comedy and much more!
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00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Shoutout
00:17 Traffic Woes and Zach’s Billboard Innovation
01:22 Introducing Dylan Wirtz and the Cue Comedy Throwdown
02:16 The Journey to Organizing a Comedy Competition
04:11 Highlights from the Cue Comedy Throwdown
06:41 Preparing for the Night of Champions
08:22 The Role of Social Media in Comedy
11:20 Event Details and Final Thoughts
13:20 Wayne Wigglebottom’s Hilarious Report
13:39 Mike’s 30 Days, 30 States, 30 Open Mics Journey
13:54 Memorable Open Mic Experiences
15:15 The Spiritual and Logistical Challenges of the Tour
17:43 Unexpected Obstacles and Determination
22:32 Documenting the Journey
23:15 Where to Find Us
24:51 Final Thoughts and Farewells
