STAND UP AND CLOWN

STAND UP AND CLOWN

Chad Damiani

Episodes 134
Avg. Duration 48m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.9 (68)
Since Sep 2022
Latest Episode May 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule
Every 2 Weeks
Format
Episodic
Consistency
92%
Hosting
feeds.simplecast.com

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About This Podcast

One of the architects of LA’s current modern clown scene, Chad Damiani (aka The Clown Boss) explores the mercurial nature of this work — and how it can be applied to everything from improv to stand-up to life in general. A mix of interviews with artists that embody clown spirit and solo episodes where Chad offer opinions, instruction and (hopefully) morsels of inspiration. STAND UP AND CLOWN is named after Chad’s monthly show at LA's Elysian Theater (last Mondays at 9:30pm), where he ruthlessly live directs stand-up comics through a grueling gauntlet of modern clown work.

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Recent Episodes

Clown Mentor Series: Molly Renze

May 26, 2026 38m

Follow The Clown Boss on INSTAGRAM Check out his LINKTREE for classes and shows! In this mentor series, Chad interviews clowns he’s worked with beyond just classes and shows. It’s a look at clown…

Clown Mentor Series: Jamonte Williams

May 11, 2026 36m

Follow The Clown Boss on INSTAGRAM Check out his LINKTREE for classes and shows! In this clown mentor series, Chad interviews clowns he’s worked with beyond just classes and shows. It’s a look at…

That’s So Mental: The Clown Paradox with Chad Damiani (Part 1)

Apr 27, 2026 41m

Follow The Clown Boss on INSTAGRAM Check out his LINKTREE for classes and shows! This is the first half of Chad’s interview with Ilana Cohn Sullivan and Cristina Fernandez, hosts of the That’s So…

How to Thrive in Chaos, Entrances and the Dangers of Being Precious

Apr 06, 2026 38m

INSTAGRAM and LINKTREE here! NETFLIX IS A JOKE PRESENTS: STAND UP AND CLOWN (5/04) is just around the corner. The show is opening up the festival for the Elysian – right after Natalie Palamides does…

The Clown in Crisis (Connor Storrie on SNL)

Mar 23, 2026 41m

INSTAGRAM and LINKTREE here! STAND UP AND CLOWN (3/30) is one-week from the day this podcast drops! It’s another wild trios show – with a lot of comics doing clown for the very first time. The cast…

Daily Journal: Connor Storrie, Savoring the Moment and Devoted Deception

Mar 09, 2026 41m

FOLLOW CHAD ON INSTAGRAM -- and check out his classes/shows on LINKTREE! The Clown Boss is back with another daily journal episode!  Chad covers a lot of ground in this one. Chapter one includes…

The Joy is Worth the Suffering

Feb 23, 2026 41m

Like this podcast? Share it with a friend and help spread the word of clown. FOLLOW Chad on IG to clown videos and to keep up-to-date on classes and shows!  INSTAGRAM and LINKTREE here! TRIGGER…

Devising and Pre-Show Games: Notes from Niagara Falls.

Feb 09, 2026 40m

Like this podcast? Share it with a friend and help spread the word of modern clown. FOLLOW Chad on IG to clown videos and to keep up-to-date on classes and shows! INSTAGRAM and LINKTREE here!The…

2026 Refresher: What is Modern Clown?

Jan 26, 2026 37m

FOLLOW Chad on IG to clown videos and to keep up-to-date on classes and shows! INSTAGRAM and LINKTREE here!In this solo pod, Chad takes a step back and gives a basic refresher on modern clown. This…

Clown Games, Subversion and Playing Stand-Up Shows

Jan 12, 2026 36m

FOLLOW Chad on IG to clown videos and to keep up-to-date on classes and shows! Find links in the episode notes.INSTAGRAM and LINKTREE here!The first episode of 2026! Chad is still exploring doing…

Holiday Grab Bag: Versatility, Authenticity and Listening for Laughs

Dec 29, 2025 37m

FOLLOW Chad on IG to clown videos and to keep up-to-date on classes and shows! Find links in the episode notes.INSTAGRAM and LINKTREE here!The last episode of 2025! In this solo pod, Chad presents…

Getting Them To Love You

Dec 15, 2025 38m

INSTAGRAM and LINKTREE here!The longest solo of 2025! Chad talks about recent happenings in his personal life -- where he realized he needed to think more like a clown. In the second half of the…

Questions a Clown Should Ask

Dec 01, 2025 36m

FOLLOW Chad on IG to keep up-to-date on classes and shows!INSTAGRAM and LINKTREE here!Chad is finally back with another solo pod! He catches listeners up on his last few months of clowning around the…

How Improv Helped Create the LA Clown Scene

Aug 25, 2025 36m

The return of STAND UP AND CLOWN is a month away! The only show brave enough to save comedy is back on September 29th – with the return of HDTGM’s Paul Scheer! There are only three shows left this…

Limitations

Aug 11, 2025 35m

Chad is on the road for the next couple months – so no classes or shows (in the US). If you are looking for more content, don’t forget about the  CLOWNBOSS PATREON!The Clown Boss is back with a…

Discomfort, Part Three

Jul 29, 2025 42m

Chad is on the road for the next couple months – so no classes are shows. If you are looking for more content, don’t forget about the  CLOWNBOSS PATREON!The Clown Boss is back with part three of his…

Discomfort, Part Two

Jul 14, 2025 37m

Chad is on the road for the next couple months – so no classes are shows. If you are looking for more content, don’t forget about the  CLOWNBOSS PATREON!(TW: Brief discussion of grief and death)The…

Discomfort, Part One

Jun 22, 2025 36m

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) is back with its final show of the summer on June 30th!  It’s a star-studded lineup with Natalie Palamides, Milana Vayntrub, Jon Gabrus, Avital Ash and Bill O’Neill!…

Self-Reflection (Notes from Austin)

Jun 10, 2025 37m

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) is back for its final date of the summer! Monday, June 30th at 930pm!  It’s a star-studded lineup with Natalie Palamides, Milana Vayntrub, Jon Gabrus, Avital Ash and…

Envy and Jealousy

May 19, 2025 39m

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) is back for a big Memorial Day show on May 26th! Riki Lindhome! Shapel Lacey! Hannah Pilkes! Brandon Rogers (Brandon Bored)! Steve Hernandez! Don’t miss this epic…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does STAND UP AND CLOWN have?

STAND UP AND CLOWN has published 134 episodes since September 2022, covering topics in Arts, Comedy.

Is STAND UP AND CLOWN still active?

STAND UP AND CLOWN is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 48m.

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