On the Mic with Tim Drake

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!

FOLLOW KEVIN: @TheKevinAllison

FOLLOW TIM: @timdrake

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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!

FOLLOW MEALNIE ON TWITTER: @melaniemayron52

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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!

FOLLOW JULIAN ON TWITTER: @julezmac

FOLLOW IN MOVIE NERDS WE TRUST: @TrustYourNerds

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Episode 53 - David Koechner

Time for an all new episode of On the Mic Podcast with comedian and actor, David Koechner!

This is another mashup episode of the podcast with Christopher James' podcast, 'In Movie Nerds We Trust'. Christopher has been opening for David while he is performing in Salt Lake City, November 5-7 at Club at 50 West. Christopher and I have always loved Dave's work and decided it would be great to do another mashup episode with David as the guest. 

David is best know for his work on Saturday Night Live, The Office, Anchorman and The Goldbergs. Currently David has the film, Scouts Guide to the Zombie Apocalypse in theaters and Krampus that hits theaters December, 4th. 

We had a great time talking with Dave about his early influences of comedy, collaborating on comedy with his son, how he joined Second City and iO, success in comedy, and so much more. 

It was so great to be able to talk with David and learn so much from his comedy career. A huge Thank You to David Koechner for taking the time to sit down with us for another mashup of On the Mic and In Movie Nerds We Trust. 

David still had 4 shows left at Club 50 West at 7:30 and 9:30, TONIGHT and tomorrow, Saturday November 7th. Tickets are just $15.

Thanks, David!

Enjoy the episode!

FOLLOW DAVID KOECHNER ON TWITTER: @DavidKoechner

FOLLOW IN MOVIE NERDS WE TRUST: @TrustYourNerds

FOLLOW TIM DRAKE: @timdrake

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Episode 52 - Kristina Wong

On today's episode of On the Mic Podcast I talked with comedian, Kristian Wong!

Kristina's new show "The Wong Street Journal" premieres at The REDCAT in Los Angeles November 12-15th. "The Wong Street Journal" tells Kristina's story as she left her comfortable life in the U.S. to experience a new life in Uganda, where she ultimately recorded a rap album became a Ugandan hip hop star. 

I had a great time talking with Kristina about how she came up with the idea for "The Wong Street Journal", visiting Uganda, her recent appearance on 'The Nightly Show with Larry Wilmore', how audiences have accepted her unique shows, studying at UCLA and so much more!

Kristina has created five solo shows and one ensemble show that have toured the U.S. and the UK. Kristina's most notable show was "Wong Flew Over the Cuckoos Nest", that looked at the high rates of depression and suicide amount Asian American Women, which has toured over 40 venues since 2006. 

A huge Thank You to Kristian Wong for taking the time to join me on the show today. It was such a great time talking with Kristina and getting to know more about "The Wong Street Journal" and about Kristina's career. 

Thanks, Kristina! Enjoy the episode!

FOLLOW KRSTINA ON TWITTER: @mskristinawong

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Episode 51 - Barbara Gray

On today's episode of On the Mic Podcast I talked with comedian and podcaster, Barbara Gray!

I first met Barbara briefly at the Salt Lake Comedy Carnival a few years back, but this was the first time we really had a chance to sit down and talk. We recorded this episode at the Inner Sanctum at the Upright Citizens Brigade on Sunset in Los Angeles. 

Barbara and I talked about growing up in Salt Lake City and making the move to Los Angeles, what inspires her comedy, studying at UCB, Lady to Lady Podcast, making a few videos with Comedy Central and so much more!

After the interview I we had the chance to see Barbara perform stand up at Meltdown that evening. It was great to see her perform some of her new material preparing for her upcoming shows. Barbara is such a great comic that you need to know!

A huge Thanks to Barbara Gray for taking the time to join me on the podcast. It was great to get to know her better and learn more about her comedy process. Barbara is currently doing shows the rest of the month in New York City, including a show TONIGHT at the Front Room at the Knitting Factory at 9PM! Make sure to go see her if you are in New York City. Follow Barbara on all of the social media links below and make sure you check out her podcast Lady to Lady!

Thanks, Barbara! 

Enjoy the episode!

FOLLOW BARBARA ON TWITTER: @BabsGray

FOLLOW TIM ON TWITTER: @timdrake

Episode 50 - Kyle Clark

On this episode of On the Mic I talked with comedian, podcaster and filmmaker, Kyle Clark!

Kyle is best known for his work on the Nerdist Podcast and Nerdist.com, as well as his podcast, 'This is Rad'. Kyle sat down with us in the tech room at the Nerdmelt Showroom at Meltdown Comics in LA. 

Kyle has been doing stand up for over 5 years and currently runs the Nerdist Open Mic at Meltdown. I talked with Kyle about how his career started, running the open mic, learning from the Nerdist guests, how he started into filmmaking, horror films and so much more!

Kyle is getting ready to record his next special December 4th at Meltdown in LA. If you're out in LA, get out to his show. My friend Jesse Knight came out to LA with me and also joined us on this episode. 

Huge Thanks to Kyle Clark for taking the time out of his busy schedule to sit down and talk with us about his career. It was so great to finally have Kyle on the show. Follow Kyle and This is Rad on all of the links below and check out Kyle's first comedy album, 'Pizza Night' on the link below.

Thanks for joining us Kyle! Enjoy the episode. 

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Episode 49 - Tyler Glenn

On todays episode of On the Mic podcast I sat down with musician Tyler Glenn!

Tyler is best known as the lead singer of the hit band, Neon Trees. I've known Tyler for several years and it was great to finally sit down with Tyler and catch up while he was in town for Salt Lake Comic Con. Neon Trees was part of Salt Lake Comic Con this year having their own panel at the event. 

Tyler and I talked about how Neon Trees started, growing as a band, coming to terms with success, his experience coming out, touring the world and so much more. 

A huge Thank You to Tyler Glenn for taking the time to sit down with me for this interview. It was great to finally get a chance to catch up with Tyler as this interview has been more than two years in the works. Thank You to our sponsor on this episode, Club at 50 West in Salt Lake City for also allowing Tyler and I to stop into the club and record this episode. 

Make sure to check out Neon Trees albums and follow Tyler on social media on the links below! 

Thanks, Tyler! Enjoy the episode!

Follow Tyler on Twitter and Instagram: @tylerinacoma

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Episode 48 - Movie Nerds On The Mic (BONUS EPISODE)

To celebrate Salt Lake Comic Con starting this week, we've decided to post a bonus episode of On the Mic! Last week I was asked to guest host the 'In Movie Nerds We Trust' Podcast with special guest, from Radio From Hell and the GeekShow Podcast, Kerry Jackson!

The theme for this episode was 'Timeless Classics'. We talked about 3 of Kerry's favorite films, and three of the greatest classics of all-time, 'The Godfather, 'Citizen Kane', and the original 'Planet of the Apes'. 

Thanks to Christopher James for asking me to guest host his show while Quinci was out of town. I had such a great time on the show again. Thanks for allowing us to post this as a bonus episode of the show. 

Thank you as well to Kerry Jackson for allowing us to come over to the GeekShow Studios to record the episode. I have such a great time! 

Enjoy this bonus episode of On the Mic Podcast mashed up with 'In Movie Nerd We Trust'. 

See you at Salt Lake Comic Con!