I had the incredible opportunity to sit down with Adam Lambert (again!) to
discuss his new album ("Trespassing"), relationships, juicing, and his future
plans. Click HERE to watch the video. Enjoy!!!
Saturday, January 21, 2012
Monday, June 13, 2011
With Dave Foley....
I worked last weekend with Dave Foley (NewsRadio, Kids in the Hall) at Cobbs
Comedy Club in SF. Great shows, cool guy. Thanks to everyone who came to the
shows!
Comedy Club in SF. Great shows, cool guy. Thanks to everyone who came to the
shows!
Wednesday, February 09, 2011
What Do My Dreams Mean?
Last night, I had a dream that Rihanna wanted me to be one of her back-up dancers.
I had no idea how, or why. I don't even listen to her music that much. (Although I am COMPLETELY in love with her song "Cheers" as it was my recent away-weekend "Fuck the world, I'm outta here" song.)
So, it was just me, her, and about 10 of her gorgeous back-up dancers. I was the only white-chick, and I was the heaviest one there. I kept thinking "How did I get here? Why am I here right now???" But she kept talking to me. I think I made her laugh. That helped.
Anyway, we were in some huge arena and the lights went down. The crowd went CRAZY. And that our cue. It was time.
Rihanna was on-stage, singing a very soft, borderline seductive song. Our job was to walkalong the outskirts of the crowd and make eye-contact with as many people as we could, "seducing " them. It was basically one giant cocktease with a side of innocence.
In the back of my mind, I kept thinking, "Is she sure she wants me out there? I don't fit in with all these other girls."
And I didn't. These girls were GORGEOUS. Tall, lean, sexy.....they all wore high heels and black lingerie and paraded through the coliseum like runway models in Milan.
And then there was me. Wearing a pink terry-cloth robe, and a towel on my head.
Jesus. Even my subconscious is self-conscious.
I had no idea how, or why. I don't even listen to her music that much. (Although I am COMPLETELY in love with her song "Cheers" as it was my recent away-weekend "Fuck the world, I'm outta here" song.)
So, it was just me, her, and about 10 of her gorgeous back-up dancers. I was the only white-chick, and I was the heaviest one there. I kept thinking "How did I get here? Why am I here right now???" But she kept talking to me. I think I made her laugh. That helped.
Anyway, we were in some huge arena and the lights went down. The crowd went CRAZY. And that our cue. It was time.
Rihanna was on-stage, singing a very soft, borderline seductive song. Our job was to walkalong the outskirts of the crowd and make eye-contact with as many people as we could, "seducing " them. It was basically one giant cocktease with a side of innocence.
In the back of my mind, I kept thinking, "Is she sure she wants me out there? I don't fit in with all these other girls."
And I didn't. These girls were GORGEOUS. Tall, lean, sexy.....they all wore high heels and black lingerie and paraded through the coliseum like runway models in Milan.
And then there was me. Wearing a pink terry-cloth robe, and a towel on my head.
Jesus. Even my subconscious is self-conscious.
Thursday, January 13, 2011
It's Heeeeere!
"Leaving Milpitas"- my first-ever web-series, is FINALLY here! Check out all the
details in my "introduction" video below- with a special shout-out from Ben
Bailey- host of Discovery Channel's "Cash Cab!"
details in my "introduction" video below- with a special shout-out from Ben
Bailey- host of Discovery Channel's "Cash Cab!"
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
New website!!
I am so damn happy with my new website! I'd like to take a moment to personally
thank my web designer, Greg Miller. Hard-working, professional,
thourough, and extremely detailed- he went above and beyond my expectations.
If you're in the market for a new website- contact him, FOO! (as in "fool", Mr.
T-style)
Thursday, September 09, 2010
ADAM LAMBERT Interview!
I was extremely fortunate this July and got to interview Adam Lambert before his show at the Warfield in San Francisco that night. Humble, sweet, and SEXY. (Trust me- if you go to his show, you'll need a cigarette after.)
We talked food, music, and Twilight. Enjoy! (7.23.10)
We talked food, music, and Twilight. Enjoy! (7.23.10)
Rob Thomas and Earth, Wind & Fire!
August was a great comedy month for me. I had the pleasure of opening for Rob Thomas AND Earth, Wind & Fire at the Mountain Winery! (Saratoga) Here are a few pics.....
Rob Thomas- August 15th, 2010
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| Myself, and Rob Thomas. |
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| Myself, Rob Thomas, and my good friend Susan Alexander- producer/creator/host of "5 Funny Females." |
Earth, Wind & Fire- August 31st, 2010
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| W/Gregory "G Moe" Moore |
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| W/John Paris |
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| W/Phillip Bailey |
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| W/ Reggie Young |
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| W/Ralph Johnson |
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| W/Verdine White |
We'll Miss You, Riviera Comedy Club. (AND Robert Schimmel.)
I am really sad the Riviera Comedy Club in Las Vegas is closing.
It was the first place I ever saw my name in "lights." I will never forget that.
I will never forget the amazing staff (Donna!) and the CD of Britney Spears songs that played before every show. I will never forget my first night there, 2 years ago, performing with a comedy duo called "Alex and Valdez." I was extremely nervous. They asked me to switch microphones in between acts, then flick the light switch on and off during their closing bit to synch with the story they were telling. I couldn't have screwed it up more. But, by the 13th show, I had it down.
I will never forget my daily walks down the strip, talking often with vendors outside. I was always hoping the dude selling helicopter rides to the Grand Canyon would cut me a discount. Alas, he never did.
I will never forget watching "Crazy Girls" during shows to pass the time. (How many jobs can YOU legally watch a topless review while at work?) I will never forget my nightly pilgrimages to the buffet; knowing how unhealthy it was; but also knowing it was 1am, it was free, and I was starving.
But mostly, I will never forget January of this year. That was the week that I met Nancy Reed and Clinton Jackson, two comedians who have helped me grow in more ways than they will ever know. Nancy- I will never forget watching the Bellagio lights with you while Sinatra played in the background. I will never forget your kindness, your holistic Whole Foods hotel room, and how nice it was to meet another awesome female comic. I'm so glad we are still friends. Clinton, you are a lifesaver and my comedy has grown leaps and bounds because of you. Thank you for appreciating who I am, as I am, and making me feel like that is just enough.
Coincidentally, the three of us met Robert Schimmel that week; as he was playing the floor above us. We made it a point to watch his show after ours were finished. One night, I was playing slot machines and ran into him and his opener. They sat next to me, and we talked about comedy for an hour. Eventually the conversation went to porn, because 1) it's Robert Schimmel and 2) we're comedians. It's inevitable.
He was telling us all kinds of crazy crap his fans send him. Then he goes, "Want to see some of this???" I honestly didn't know what to say. This was certainly a first. "Sure!" I said, nervously. So, the three of us went to his hotel room and looked at ridiculous porn on his laptop for 3 hours. 3 hours!!! At one point, he found a video of a guy with two, um, you know. And he was getting it on with this chick. I said, "Holy shit- this guy is in an awkward threesome with HIMSELF!" Robert fell on the floor laughing. Tears were coming out of his eyes. I felt so accomplished!
We left around 3am. Before he closed the door, he looked at us and said, "I can't believe I just spent my 60th birthday looking at porn." I had no idea it was his birthday. I had no idea it would be his last. I miss you, Robert. Rest in Peace.
Thank you, Riviera Comedy Club, for the memories. You will be missed.
It was the first place I ever saw my name in "lights." I will never forget that.
I will never forget the amazing staff (Donna!) and the CD of Britney Spears songs that played before every show. I will never forget my first night there, 2 years ago, performing with a comedy duo called "Alex and Valdez." I was extremely nervous. They asked me to switch microphones in between acts, then flick the light switch on and off during their closing bit to synch with the story they were telling. I couldn't have screwed it up more. But, by the 13th show, I had it down.
I will never forget my daily walks down the strip, talking often with vendors outside. I was always hoping the dude selling helicopter rides to the Grand Canyon would cut me a discount. Alas, he never did.
I will never forget watching "Crazy Girls" during shows to pass the time. (How many jobs can YOU legally watch a topless review while at work?) I will never forget my nightly pilgrimages to the buffet; knowing how unhealthy it was; but also knowing it was 1am, it was free, and I was starving.
But mostly, I will never forget January of this year. That was the week that I met Nancy Reed and Clinton Jackson, two comedians who have helped me grow in more ways than they will ever know. Nancy- I will never forget watching the Bellagio lights with you while Sinatra played in the background. I will never forget your kindness, your holistic Whole Foods hotel room, and how nice it was to meet another awesome female comic. I'm so glad we are still friends. Clinton, you are a lifesaver and my comedy has grown leaps and bounds because of you. Thank you for appreciating who I am, as I am, and making me feel like that is just enough.
Coincidentally, the three of us met Robert Schimmel that week; as he was playing the floor above us. We made it a point to watch his show after ours were finished. One night, I was playing slot machines and ran into him and his opener. They sat next to me, and we talked about comedy for an hour. Eventually the conversation went to porn, because 1) it's Robert Schimmel and 2) we're comedians. It's inevitable.
He was telling us all kinds of crazy crap his fans send him. Then he goes, "Want to see some of this???" I honestly didn't know what to say. This was certainly a first. "Sure!" I said, nervously. So, the three of us went to his hotel room and looked at ridiculous porn on his laptop for 3 hours. 3 hours!!! At one point, he found a video of a guy with two, um, you know. And he was getting it on with this chick. I said, "Holy shit- this guy is in an awkward threesome with HIMSELF!" Robert fell on the floor laughing. Tears were coming out of his eyes. I felt so accomplished!
We left around 3am. Before he closed the door, he looked at us and said, "I can't believe I just spent my 60th birthday looking at porn." I had no idea it was his birthday. I had no idea it would be his last. I miss you, Robert. Rest in Peace.
Thank you, Riviera Comedy Club, for the memories. You will be missed.
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