On the Mic with Tim Drake

Episode 70 - Blake Casselman

On today's episode I have writer and Director of Programming for Salt Lake Comic Con, Blake Casselman! 

I have slowly gotten to know Blake over the years as I've been a panelist for Salt Lake Comic Con and it was great to finally have the chance to sit down and talk with Blake about his career. 

Blake and I talked about how he started writing, working on Salt Lake Comic Con and the process of programming, his latest film "Adopting Trouble, his graphic novel "Devil's Triangle, and so much more. 

It was so great to learn more about Blake's story and where he comes from as a writer and a filmmaker. Blake currently has his film "Adopting Trouble" circulating at a few festivals, and his graphic novel "Devil's Triangle" is available on Amazon. 

A huge Thank you to Blake Casselman for taking the time out of his busy schedule from planning Salt Lake Comic Con to sit down and talk about writing and what's to come for Salt Lake Comic Con. Make sure to follow Blake on all of the links listed at onthemicpodcast.com and go order "Devil's Triangle" today! Don't miss Blake as a panelist at Salt Lake Comic Con, and go see all of his hard work come together when the convention starts September 1-3, 2016. 

Thanks, Blake! 

Enjoy the episode!

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Don't miss On the Mic Podcast LIVE at San Diego Comic-Con, Thursday, July 21st at 1PM!

Episode 69 - Toy Soup

On today's episode of the podcast I have comedians Andrew Jensen and Troy Taylor of the improv comedy team, Toy Soup!

I've run into Andrew and Troy over the years at clubs and recently worked with Andrew on a few episodes of 'You Again', but this was the first time we really have a chance to sit down to talk. 

It was great to learn more about Andrew and Troy's story. We talked about how they started performing, learning improv,  pre-show rituals, favorite improv games, creating Toy Soup, their improv and comedy heroes, working on 'You Again' and so much more! 

Huge Thanks to Andrew and Troy for taking the time to join me on this episode. It was great to get to know more about them and their careers and how Toy Soup came about. Make sure to follow them on their links at onthemicpodcast.com and see where they are performing next. You won't want to miss them!

Thanks, Andrew & Troy! Enjoy the episode

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Episode 68 - The Sklar Brothers

On today's episode of the podcast, I have on the comedy duo The Sklar Brothers!

The Sklar's are best known for their work on Comedy Central's @midnight, Entourage, Curb You Enthusiasm, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Children's Hospital, ESPN and so much more. 

Jason and Randy are currently in Salt Lake City performing at WiseGuys Comedy. I had the opportunity of attending last night's show and it was such an incredible time! If you've never had a chance to see the Sklar Brother's LIVE, now is your chance. If you're in Salt Lake City, use the promo code '#Henderson' to get 50% off tickets for Saturday, May 14th. 

I had such a great time talking with Jason and Randy in the green room at WiseGuys Comedy. I talked with Jason and Randy about how they started performing comedy, their comedy influences, building a new special, performing a @midnight, upcoming projects and more! 

A huge Thank You to Jason and Randy Sklar for taking the time between shows to sit down and talk with me. I have always loved the Sklar's comedy and it was great to learn more about their career and what their process is like. If you're in Salt Lake City, get out and see them this weekend! If you're not, follow them on the social media links below and see when they are coming to your town, and follow all of the great new projects they have in the works. You can also check out their Netflix special, 'What Are We Talking About', as well as their popular podcast, "Sklarbro Country". 

Thanks, Jason and Randy! 

Enjoy the episode!

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Episode 67 - Andrew Troy

On today's episode I talked with actor, Andrew Troy!

Andrew is a fantastic actor who currently has the film "Riot" out in Redox's nationwide. I have known Andrew for a few years now, initially meeting him through one of our regular panelists, Austin Grant, as Andrew is Austin's brother-in-law. I've had the privilege to work with Andrew on a few films and it is always a pleasure to talk with him. 

Andrew has so many incredible stories that we really only scraped the top in this episode. I talked with Andrew about taking time off to study acting, starting business' and earning his first million by age 20, have the secret service raid his home, starting Sub Zero Ice Cream, filmmaking, acting, and so much more! 

A huge Thanks to Andrew Troy for taking the time to join me on this episode. It was great catching up with Andrew and learning more about him. Make sure to check out his work on his website, as well as all of the social media links below. I know you'll love it! Thanks, Andrew! 

Enjoy the episode! 

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Episode 66 - Maronzio Vance

On today's episode of the podcast I have comedian and actor Maronzio Vance! 

Maronzio currently stars in the new TV Land show, Lopez, where he plays George Lopez's sidekick, who gives him a dose of reality whenever he needs it.

I've enjoyed Maronzio's comedy for years and it was great to talk with him a little about his comedy career. We talked about Maronzio starting comedy at the age of 15, waiting in the bathroom for 2 1/2 hours to meet the Kings of Comedy, being a comedy purist, working on Lopez and more. 

Huge Thanks to Maronzio for taking the time to talk with me today! It was great to talk with Maronzio and learn more about his take on comedy and his experience on show. Make sure to check out Lopez Wednesday nights on TV Land. I've really enjoyed this show and I know you will too. Follow Maronzio on the social media links below! 

Thanks, Maronzio! 

Enjoy the episode!

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Episode 65 - Brent Geisler

On this week's episode of the podcast, I have filmmaker and radio host, Brent Geisler!

I first met Brent several years ago as we crossed path with a mutual fandom for a band called, "The Neighbors". Over the years, Brent and I have run into each other on a few film sets including Punk's Dead: SLC Punk 2, and most recently an HBO film that will release next year. I have always admired Brent's film career and wanted to learn more about it and what he's currently working on.

It was great to talk to Brent about his film career and learn more about his radio show, Villa Koola Radio. Brent and I talked about how he got his start in film, what inspired him to start, some of the incredible Directors and Actors that he's had the chance to work with, collecting vinyl, playing music, and so much more! 

A huge Thank you to Brent Geisler for taking the time out of his incredibly busy schedule to join me on the show. It was great to catch up with Brent and learn about his career. I always love talking to filmmakers and music lovers to find out what inspires them and Brent was such a great person to talk about both. Follow Brent on all of the social media links below and make sure to check out Villa Koola Radio. Thanks for joining me, Brent! 

Enjoy the episode!

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Episode 64 - I'll Take The Troubled One!

This week's episode is our recap from Los Angeles! We recorded this episode a few weeks back following the Oscar's, but due to a few episodes that had to be released first and an insanely busy filming and travel schedule, we had to push this episode back. No need to worry though, it's here for you now! We recorded this episode late at night from our hotel on the Sunset Strip.

Austin Grant, Jesse Knight, Christopher James and I share all of our stories on this episode. We had such an amazing time on this trip and has some incredible experiences and some incredibly strange encounters, such as being offered cocaine and hookers early one morning from two pimps. There was a lot of great food, comedy, TV interviews, and so much more! 

It's always great to spend time on the road with these guys and be able to record our experiences. Thanks, Austin, Jesse and Christopher for making this trip incredible. Follow all of them on social media and follow me as well! Visit onthemicpodcast.com for pictures and links to the social media. 

Enjoy the episode! 

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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.

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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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