On the Mic with Tim Drake

Episode 63 - Andrew Sleighter

On this week's episode I have comedian, Andrew Sleighter!

It was great to sit down and catch up with Andrew. If memory served me right, we first briefly met at Flappers Comedy in Burbank a few years ago, but neither of us could remember for sure. Either way, it was great to sit down and talk comedy with Andrew. 

Andrew and I talked about starting his comedy career in Seattle, moving to Boston to do stand up, making the move to Los Angeles, his comedy idols, working on Sports Show with Norm Macdonald, performing on Conan and so much more. 

Huge Thank You to Andrew for taking the time to sit down with me before his show at WiseGuys in Ogden. Andrew has one more show TONIGHT at WiseGuys Ogden (269 Historic 25th Street). Tickets are just $10. 

Follow Andrew on all of the social media links on the website and make sure to get your tickets to see him tonight at WiseGuys! Thanks, Andrew!

Enjoy the episode!

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Episode 62 - 'You Again' w/ Zachari Reynolds & Andrea Peterson

On today's episode I had Zachary Reynolds and Andrea Peterson from the new web series, 'You Again'. 

It was great to have Andrea and Zach on the show to talk about 'You Again', and tell everybody about how the series came about, who the characters are, working together, their acting careers, the crowdfunding campaign and so much more. 

As many of you know I have also had a small part in 'You Again' as a collaborating writer on the series, as well as an actor in one of the upcoming episodes in the first season. I am honored to be a part of this show and have loved getting know Andrea and Zach through the process. 

A huge thanks to Zach and Andrea for taking the time to join me for this episode. Make sure to check out 'You Again' when it premiers this summer. Please donate to the Indiegogo Campaign as listed at onthemicpodcast.com and make sure to follow 'You Again', as well as Zach and Andrea on social media.

Thanks for listening! 

Enjoy the episode. 

Episode 61 - The Oscar Picks Episode

It's that time of year again. The Academy Awards are finally here! As many of you know, this is one of my favorite times of year as Austin Grant and I sit down and make our predictions for the Oscars. I've had the opportunity to be part of the Oscar Press for the last few years and it's always such a great time to see the nominations and the show come together.

Jimmy Martin from the Geek Show Podcast and Big Movie Mouth-Off usually joins us for this episode, but unfortunately something came up last minute and he was not able to join us this year. Jimmy is doing his annual Big Movie Mouth-Off Oscar Viewing Party at Brewvies in Salt Lake City. Make sure to check that out if you're in Salt Lake. 

Austin and I are heading down to Los Angeles in just a few short hours for all of the Oscar fun. This is my second year bringing Austin down with me, and we've also invited Jesse Knight and Christopher James. We will be recording several new episodes while we are on our way to Los Angeles and while we are in town. 

We are so excited for Chris Rock to be hosting this Oscars this year and can't wait to see what he brings to the show. It was so hard to make our picks this year as there are so many incredible films, actors, and filmmakers nominated.

TO SEE OUT PICKS, VISIT WWW.ONTHEMICPODCAST.COM

Thanks for listening to our episode and following along with out picks. I will be live tweeting the Oscars on Sunday and we will Periscope from the Oscar Red Carpet Sunday afternoon. 

Tune in Sunday, February 28th on ABC at 7ET/4PT to see Chris Rock host the Oscars. Enjoy!

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Episode 60 - Jason Harvey

On this week's episode of On the Mic Podcast I have comedian, Jason Harvey!

I had such a great time sitting down and catching up with Jason. I first met Jason a few years ago while he was promoting a comedy show that he was bringing to town. We always see each other at comedy shows, but this was the first chance we really had to sit down and talk. 

Jason and I talked about the current medical marijuana bill in Utah, better understanding women's rights, having a kid, how Jason's comedy career started, all of the many projects Jason is working on and so much more! 

Jason has dedicated so much to bringing great comedy to Utah creating more and more shows, as well as hosting several open mic's and shows. Jason hosts the monthly show "Comedy & Other Opinions" and Club at 50 West in Salt Lake every third week of the month. On top of Jason's already busy schedule, he also hosts the podcast "Stupid Questions". 

Huge thanks to Jason Harvey for taking the time to join me on the podcast. It was great to catch up with Jason and learn more about his career and also be able to talk some of the serious things that we see going on in our state and in our world. Make sure that you follow Jason on all of the social media links below, and make sure to check out "Comedy & Other Opinions" and his podcast "Stupid Questions". Thanks again, Jason! 

Enjoy the episode!

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Episode 59 - The Katydids

On today's episode I take with the improv and sketch comedy group, The Katydids! 

The Katydids have a fantastic new comedy show starting on TV Land on January 13th, called Teachers. I've had the opportunity to see the first few episodes of the show and it's absolutely hilarious. Described as a mix of Bad Teacher meets Broad City, it will keep you laughing the entire time. The show also includes Executive Producer Alison Brie (Community, Mad Men), as well as show runners Ian Roberts and Jay Martel, formerly from Key & Peele.

I talked with The Katydids about getting their start at The Second City and iO in Chicago, how they came up with the name Katydids, how all of their names are derived from the name Katherine, creating the show Teachers, and so much more. 

A huge Thank You to The Katydids for taking the time to talk with me about the show Teachers, as well as the background of their careers. It was great to get to know more about them and the show, and I really can't wait to see the remaining episodes. 

You can currently watch the Pilot episode of Teachers on Hulu and iTunes. Click on the links below to watch the Pilot, and tune in January 13 to watch the show on TV. ( Visit www.onthemicpodcast.com for all the links)

Thank you again to The Katydids!

Enjoy the episode!

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Episode 58 - In 2015, I ate a large quantity of sandwich...

Happy New Year, everybody! On this weeks episode of the podcast, we celebrate 2015 and talk about all that is to come in 2016!

Austin Grant, Christopher James, and Jesse Knight joined me once again to reminisce all of the good times we had in 2015. We talked about the launch of Christopher's podcast, In Movie Nerds We Trust, some of the great roles that Austin has had this year, meeting Jesse, and Jesse starting to travel with us, and so much more. 

The four of us all have some incredible things coming up in 2016. Austin has a few films coming out this year, including the new Rob Reiner film "Being Charlie" and "Love Everlasting". Christopher has a lot of great standup events and podcast episodes coming (make sure to check out In Movie Nerds We Trust), and Jesse will be working with us on a lot of new film projects as well as heading back to Los Angeles with us in 2016. 

It's been a great year for all of us and we are all incredibly excited for what 2016 holds. Follow all of us on the links below. Thank you so much for all of your support this year. It's been absolutely incredible and I couldn't have done it without all of your support. Thank you to Austin, Christopher, and Jesse for joining me as we close out the year. Happy New Year, everybody! 

Enjoy the episode!

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Episode 57 - Merry Christmas, Tim Goth

Today's episode on the podcast is the Christmas Episode!

On this episode I invited some of my regular panelists, and three of my best friends, Austin Grant, Christopher James, and Jesse Knight. With it being the holidays and time for family, I wanted to bring the On the Mic family together and talk about Christmas traditions and open some presents together. 

It took us a little while to get into the Christmas talk as we enjoyed some eggnog and talked about a character I created called "Tim Goth" while I was on the set of SLC Punk 2: Punk's Dead in 2014. Christopher helped transition the episode to some Christmas talk as he introduced us to a horror version of Jack Frost, who is a killer snowman in this film. 

We also talked about the Reese's Christmas Tree controversy, our Christmas traditions, favorite Christmas movies, our Christmas plans and so much more complete and utter non-sense. Austin also takes on the official role as "The Eggnologist" of the podcast. 

A huge Thank You to the three of them for taking the time during the busy holiday season to record this episode. It was such a great time talking about the holiday season and Christmas traditions with Austin, Christopher and Jesse. Follow all of them on the social media links below. We hope that everybody enjoys this episode and has a fantastic Christmas and Holiday Season!

Merry Christmas, Everybody! 

Enjoy the episode!

Visit onthemicpodcast.com to see the pictures that accompany this episode. 

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Episode 56 - Kevin Allison

On today's episode of the podcast, I talked with comedian, writer, actor, and podcaster, Kevin Allison!

Kevin is best known for his hit podcast RISK, as well as being one of the founding members of MTV's cult classic sketch comedy team, The State. 

Kevin and I talked about how he started RISK, the art of storytelling, how storytelling affects entertainment, working on The State and so much more! 

 I had such a great time talking with Kevin about podcast and The State. Kevin's work and such a huge impact on my ultimate career choice. 

A huge Thank You to Kevin Allison for taking the time to join me on this episode of the podcast. Kevin has two upcoming live shows for RISK that you won't want to miss. This Saturday, November 28th, RISK will be live at the Nerdmelt Showroom in LA. If you've never been to a show at Nerdmelt, you're missing out. It's one of my favorite venues! Kevin will also be here in Salt Lake City at the Urban Lounge on Saturday, December 12th! Don't miss these shows and make sure to check out the podcast and follow Kevin on the links below. 

Thanks, Kevin! Enjoy the episode!

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Episode 55 - Melanie Mayron

On today's episode I talked with Director and Actor, Melanie Mayron!

I was thrilled to talk with Melanie, whom is best known for Directing the 1995 classic, The Baby-Sitters Club, that is celebrating their 20th Anniversary this year!

Melanie and I talked about her experiences working on The Baby-Sitters Club, building her film career, the difference between Directing feature length and episodic television, working on hit shows such as Pretty Little Liars, Jane the Virgin, Switched at Birth and so much more! 

A huge Thank You to Melanie Mayron for taking the time at of her incredibly busy schedule to join me on this episode. Take some time to revisit your childhood and watch The Baby-Sitters Club this weekend! Also check out Melanie's cosmetic line, Mayron's Goods! 

Thanks, Melanie! Enjoy the episode!

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Episode 54 - Julian McCullough

On today's episode I talked with comedian and writer, Julian McCullough!

This is another mashup episode with comedian Christopher James from the In Movie Nerds We Trust. Christopher and I have been having a lot of fun doing these mashup episodes with Club at 50 West, and this episode with Julian was so much fun to record!

Julian is performing this weekend, November 12-14 at Club at 50 West in Salt Lake City. Julian is best known for his work on Conan, The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, Chelsea Lately, and Comedy Central. 

Christopher and I talked with Julian about how his career started in New Jersey and New York, working his way up at the Comedy Cellar, recognizing his love for comedy, making people laugh and more. Since this is a mashup with In Movie Nerds We Trust, we also talked with Julian about one of his favorite movies, Down by Law. 

Huge Thanks for Julian for taking the time to sit down with us following his opening show. It was great to talk with him and learn more about his career and his favorite films. One of my favorite things about talking to comedians that have been in the business for a while, is learning from their stories and hearing their advice they have for those still coming up in the business. 

Julian has 4 shows left this weekend at Club at 50 West. Get out to these shows and support great comedy! 

Thanks, Julian! Enjoy the episode!

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