On this episode, Larry talks to nationally touring headliner, author, and extraordinary photographer, Reena Calm about comedy goals in The Before Times, how that’s changed in the current state of standup, shifting creative endeavors, family (yes, it’s a little serious), the bane that is hack comedy, and another discussion about the brilliance of Amy Sedaris!
Larry Smith is irreverently reverent, honest but joyful, and an educated dumb-dumb. From hallucinogen-induced sword fights, to blunt discussions of fatherhood, to the best ways to protect yourself, he leads you on a journey from one failure tale to the next. His optimistic candor and gruff, but personable, demeanor will make you feel less like you’re at a show and more like you’re having a beer with an old friend.
Larry has headlined and featured in comedy clubs such as Mason City Limits, Mason City, IL, The Grove in Lowell, AR, has been on The Tuesday Ten at Zanies in Rosemont, IL multiple times, independent venues such as Zoo Bar in Lincoln, NE, and Joe’s Underground in Augusta, GA. He has had the pleasure of sharing the stage with talented comedians such as Greg Hahn, Shane Torres, Ryan Singer, and Dusty Slay to name a few. Larry is also the co-host of Zig & Larry Ignore a Topic and, of course, the host of Convince Me with Larry Smith on NPRIllinois.
Larry has always been fascinated with what people like, what they don't like, what makes them laugh, and what they don't find funny. On this show he will explore all of this with some of the coolest, most interesting, and funniest people he knows.
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