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The Laugh Doctor is in the House!

Written by Dillon Kremer

Have you ever heard of the phrase, “Laughter is the best medicine”? Well, Riki Msindo has taken that phrase to heart by becoming a comedian while also studying to be a doctor.

 Msindo is a 26-year-old student at the University of Bristol in England. He is currently studying medicine to chase his dream of becoming a doctor. Recently he was awarded the Chortle Student Comedy Award after his standout performance among other students in a Stand-Up Comedy competition hosted by Chortle.

During an interview Msindo mentioned that on his 12th birthday, he was taken to a comedy show starring Trevor Noah. Msindo also said that, “My mum tells me the first thing I wanted to be was a comedian, but it was seeing Trevor Noah that really got me interested.”

Winning this competition, Msindo had nothing but great words to say for his fellow competitors and to his dreams, “Everyone at the show was so talented, they all made me laugh so much, which made winning feel even more incredible,” Msindo stated.

Studying Medicine and the art of comedy keeps Msindo very busy. He mentioned that he tries to work around his studies to perform shows at local clubs. After graduation Msindo plans to keep doing comedy while working as a doctor. Talk about a real medical miracle for comedian and doctor, Riki Msindo. 

Photo Credits: BBC and Big Belly Comedy Club

Would You Party With The Machine?

On episode three of 2 Bears 1 Cave, the newest podcast from #ThiccBoys Tom Segura and Bert Kreischer, the pair talk about a show they pitched that didn’t make it on television. The show, Buzzed, was a cash cab style game show where random people were picked up from a bar on a party bus and drank while trying to win money. Contestants would party and drink with Bert, while playing ridiculous games written by Tom. As you can imagine, the games escalated and became something the two would never expect. We may never get to see the show but enjoy this clip of them describing the craziness that Comedy Central wouldn’t air. Click here to see more episodes of 2 Bears 1 Cave and don’t miss Tom Segura in Denver on September 28th, 2019!

Brad Upton

With his millennial video going viral with over 50 millions view, Brad Upton gives old school advice to the new generation. Having been a school teacher and then pursuing his passion of comedy, Brad’s insight is funny and to the point without an air of arrogance that makes it entertaining across generations.

Come see Brad Upton performing at Comedy Works South at the Landmark on Sept. 4th & 5th or Comedy Works Downtown in Larimer Square Sept. 6th. Tickets & Showtimes

Learn more about Upton in his recent interview with The Celebrity Cafe, Brad Upton, top comedian dishes on life, work and recent success [EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW]

Yondr Spreads to Schools

Do these look familiar? 

Anyone who has been to Comedy Works in the past year or so can relate to the phenomenon that is Yondr. Yondr is a company that prides itself in creating a phone-free environment. These little sleeping bags for your phone are made out of soft, durable material that lock with the shut of a magnet. The bags keep you from using your phone during an event but it does not block your service.

Since the creation of Yondr in 2014, huge names like comedian Dave Chappelle and musician Donald Glover have utilized Yondr on their tours. Fast forward 4 years and Yondr is being used in schools. Students at a Massachusetts high school are subjected to Yondr bags all day long and do not get unlocked until dismissal time. Other schools reported using Yondr in Canada, New York and Nevada.

What are your opinions on using Yondr in schools?

 

Adam Cayton-Holland New Releases

Denver’s own Adam Cayton-Holland has started 2018 with a bang releasing a new comedy album and publishing his first book!

Check out his comedy album titled Adam Cayton-Holland Performs His Signature Bits, released on Comedy Central March 23, 2018. Find the album on iTunes

Also be on the look out for Cayton-Hilland’s first book titled Tragedy Plus Time. Now available for pre-order, officially on sale August 21, 2018. Purchase yours at TragedyPlusTimeBook.com

Adam say about the book, “Since I was a child, I’ve always wanted to publish a book – long before comedy or anything. When people asked me what I was going to be when I grew up, I told them, ‘A writer.’ But I never in a million years would have thought the subject matter of my first book would be the suicide of my little sister, whom I love and miss so much. I’m excited and heartbroken… I’m sure anyone who has suffered through such a major loss can relate. But this book helped me grieve… And as sad as it is, I did my best to make it funny and honest too, like Lydia was. Like my family is. It’s a tribute to the littlest member of our clan who burned so brightly, and it’s an honest look at mental illness and mourning. So pre-order the book if you feel so inclined. Get to know an amazing person gone too soon, one I miss and love dearly. Every single day.”

The Best Damn Improv Workshop You Will Ever Take!

Looking to improve your public speaking skills or comedic timing? We’ve got something for you!
Taught by Edith Weiss this workshop is essential for any artist, performance or otherwise, and ideal for the professional who speaks and communicates with two people or in front of hundreds. You will walk away with better communication skills, creative problem solving, supportive team work abilities and confidence. Open to Ages 16+