Get ready to laugh your socks off! Welcome to Episode 29 of Comedy Simp! As we countdown to midnight on 12/31/2024, host Stephen Michael James takes you on a hilariously heartfelt ride through a wild year in stand-up comedy. Buckle up! 🚀 This episode is a raw, unfiltered explosion of non-stop banter from Stephen for well over an hour! 🎉💬 Expect laughs, tears, and a sprinkle of chaos as he dives deep into the Seattle and Tacoma comedy scenes.

Here’s what you can look forward to: Sam Gross Tribute: Stephen reflects on the loss of his dear friend Sam, who kickstarted his comedy career at the Whiskey Mile in Kirkland, WA. 😢💔 In his honor, Stephen teams up with friend Jordan Macias to launch "Sam's Open Mic" – where laughter meets legacy! 🕊️✨ Heckler Showdowns: Get ready for wild stories about hecklers in dive bars! 🤪🎤 One unforgettable moment included witnessing a comedian throw water on a patron! Yes, you heard that right! 💦🙈 Talk about taking it to the next level! Comedy Venue Chronicles: Stephen spills the tea on the bittersweet closing of Nate Jackson's Super Funny Comedy Club. 😱🏳️ Rejection Diaries: His rejection from Laughs Comedy Club and Washington's Funniest Mammal Contest? Just fuel for the fire! 🔥💪 Podcasting Journey: Stephen shares the rollercoaster ride of launching the Comedy Simp podcast, co-hosted with the hilarious Rob Conroy! 🎢🎙️ It’s been an absolute blast! Stand-Up Appearances: Stephen's stand-up journey has included performances on various shows, including Cheri Hardman's podcast "Diary of an Ex Ho", PJ's podcast "Hell Yeah!", and many more across Seattle and Tacoma! 🌟 Name-Dropping Galore: Prepare for a wild ride as Stephen name-drops a ton of comedians throughout the episode! You won’t want to miss out on who he does or doesn’t mention! 🔥🙌 Hilarious Encounters: He’ll also share memorable moments and amazing interactions with fellow comedians that will leave you in stitches! 😂🎉 👉 Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review! Your support means the world and helps us build this quirky comedy community! 🌍❤️ Connect with Stephen on social media for more laughs and antics: Instagram: @Stephenmjcomedy 📸 YouTube: @Stephenmjcomedy 🎥 TikTok: @stephenmichaeljames 🎶 Thank you for joining Stephen in this emotional yet uproarious end-of-year reflection! Here’s to celebrating memories, laughter, and the legacy of friends in 2025! 🥳🥂✨ #ComedySimp #StephenMichaelJames #Podcast