The Comedy Castle Podcast

Raanan Hershberg has made a steady climb up the comedy ladder and he credits The Comedy Castle as an important step in that journey. Hear about his move to NYC, how a joke (maybe?) led to his appearance on The Joe Rogan Experience and much more. Plus, movie talk, as Raanan has a great movie… Continue reading Podcast #2

Ian Bagg is an all-time favorite, and this week he brings his comedic genius to the Comedy Castle for four shows only. Ian is driving cross-country as he talks to Joel, so hear the about the greatness of Buc-ees, the trouble with driving your dogs, and the size of the crucifixes in Oklahoma. Also, Ian’s… Continue readi

Robyn Gilleran has become a real favorite on the Michigan comedy scene in the last few years. On this show, Robyn tells Joel about her journey from being a model and actress to a working comic who produces shows with her husband, Jason. Robyn tells of her various lawyer and casino commercials, the tricks to… Continue r

Mike Young is a funny, industry-known comic from Michigan who makes a rare headlining appearance at the Comedy Castle on April 16th. His weekend guest spots at the club have made audiences want more – so here’s your chance! Mike has opened for a who’s who in comedy including Joe Rogan, Sebastian Maniscalco, Russell Pet

Matt Lauria, the fast-talking West Michigan comic and pickleball enthusiast, joins Joel on this show. Matt describes his start on the Kalamazoo comedy scene, how comedy has helped his day job in sales, and why a “douchebag” persona is so relatable. Plus, hear rap talk as Matt has helped the less hip understand Kendrick

2025 has a tons of great shows at Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle – including this week with The Sklar Brothers – and Joel has your complete guide to what’s coming this week and beyond. Drew Lynch! Ian Bagg! Pete Holmes and more! It should be a great year from here on out and it starts… Continue reading Podcast #218: 2025