Comedi Nerd with Rachelle Elie
Welcome to the Comedi Nerd Podcast! I'm a stand up comedian and in this podcasts I interview Canadian comedians and people in the industry about the challenges and rewards of their creative lives, with an in-depth look at comedic influences, joke writing, and the realities of the industry. I love the fascinating conversations I have with other people in the industry. I also believe that in Canada we have some amazing talent that many people have never encountered. I'm very passionate about introducing audiences to our amazing comedic minds! This is for anyone who is fascinated by comedy and the creative brains behind the jokes. Enjoy!
Episodes
12 episodes
VIRGINIE FORTIN Episode # 12
“I don’t care if people aren’t laughing for a minute and a half because I know where I am taking them to.” ~Virginie FortinHere's my conversation with comedian, improviser and actress Virginie Fortin! In this 12th episode we talk about t...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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1:02:07
EVAN CARTER Episode # 11
“Whatever we do, whether it’s being a stand-up comedian or a surgeon, you’ve got to go through that check list, that procedure to get it right.” ~Evan CarterHere's my fabulous conversation with comedy veteran Evan Carter! In th...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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1:15:40
EDDY KING Episode # 10 at ZooFest
“That’s the only way to win. Get out of your comfort zone, try new things.”~Eddy KingHere's my convo with Eddy King Zoofest in the very cool Mixi Bus Studio! In this 10th episode I talk to Eddy about hosting his first Juste pour rir...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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58:32
ANNIE DESCHAMPS Episode # 09
“I’m making it for myself.” -Annie DeschampsIn this episode I speak with comedian & teacher Annie Deschamps. We talk about marriage, divorce and sexual revolutions, bringing comedy to her students, mental health chal...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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1:01:20
KYLE BROWNRIGG Episode # 08
“I’m always adjusting. I don’t think I’ll ever going to be like: Done!” -Kyle BrownriggIn this episode I speak with comedian Kyle Brownrigg. We talk about his love of Comedy albums, being born into a society that is not f...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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1:10:01
MARTHA CHAVES Episode # 07
“I acquire to be fearless.” ~Martha ChavesIn this episode I speak with comedian & activist Martha Chaves. Martha talks about several subjects including her early rebellious years in Nicaragua, Charlie Chaplin rip offs, coming ...
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Episode 7
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1:04:42
ALI HASSAN Episode # 06
“Any success I have had is because I have been able to cut certain things out of my life completely.” Ali HassanIn this 6th episode I talk with comedian & radio host Ali Hassan. Ali talks about a variety of subjects incl...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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1:07:41
KATE DAVIS Episode # 05
“The only one responsible for what you get and don’t get is you.” Kate DavisIn this fifth episode of COMEDI NERD, I talk with Keynote Speaker, Stand Up Comedienne & Podcast host Kate Davis about early day “Headcutting Sessions...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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48:31
JOHANNE BRITTON Episode # 04
“My legacy will be how I changed the comedy industry.” Johanne BrittonIn this fourth episode of COMEDI NERD, I talk with Johanne Britton bilingual social media consultant, strategist and publisher. Jo talks about being a proud come...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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55:31
PANTELIS Episode # 03
"I'm the idiot in the situation but I'm cool with it. Let's laugh about it." PantelisIn this third episode of COMEDI NERD I talk with Comedian, Podcaster, Trend Setter & Chair Enthusiast Pantelis. Pantelis talks about his many comed...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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1:06:07
