Whiskey Ginger with Andrew Santino

Welcome to Whiskey Ginger a Wave series. Andrew Santino sits down with comedy legend Todd Barry for a dry, sharp, perfectly uncomfortable conversation about stand-up, touring solo, and why less effort often gets bigger laughs.

They talk about Todd’s brand-new stand-up special Domestic Shorthair, his minimalist comedy style, decades on the road, and how confidence, silence, and timing can destroy harder than yelling ever could.

🎥 Watch Todd Barry’s new special Domestic Shorthair (Link Below)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ew97ca0-pVI

In this episode:
• The philosophy behind Todd’s stripped-down comedy style
• Touring alone vs. traveling with other comics
• Writing jokes that sound effortless but aren’t
• Santino and Todd talk crowd work, restraint, and longevity

Drop a comment with your favorite Todd Barry bit.

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Welcome to Whiskey Ginger a Wave series. Andrew Santino sits down with legendary impressionist and comedian Frank Caliendo for an episode that turns into a masterclass in voices, timing, and controlled chaos.

They talk about building iconic impressions, staying sharp after decades in comedy, and why commitment is everything when you’re stepping into someone else’s voice. Frank jumps in and out of characters effortlessly, leaving Santino (and the audience) scrambling to keep up.

🌐 Frank Caliendo tour dates & info: https://www.frankonstage.com

IN THIS EPISODE:
• How Frank develops and maintains his impressions
• The mental speed required to perform at his level
• Santino and Caliendo talk comedy longevity and craft
• Why impressions still crush when done right

Drop a comment with the impression that broke your brain.

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Welcome to Whiskey Ginger a Wave series.

Santino sits down with comedian, podcaster, and absolute killer Tom Segura for a no-nonsense, laugh-heavy conversation about conspiracies, gambling rumors, aliens, AI, and what most people don't know about Florida. Strap in!

His latest Netflix special Tom Segura: Teacher is out now & be sure to check out his twisted and hilarious show Bad Thoughts also on Netflix.

Drop a comment with your favorite Tom Segura bit or special.

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Welcome to Whiskey Ginger — a Wave series.

Andrew Santino sits down with comedy legend Earthquake for a raw, hilarious conversation about stand-up, longevity, and telling the truth on stage no matter who it makes uncomfortable.

They talk about Earthquake’s Netflix special Earthquake: Legendary, his decades in comedy, the difference between old-school comics and today’s scene, and why authenticity always wins. This episode is packed with perspective, big laughs, and real comedy history.

Watch Earthquake’s Netflix special Earthquake: Legendary now streaming

In this episode:
• Earthquake on building a long-lasting comedy career
• Stories from the road and the early days of stand-up
• Why honesty still matters more than trends
• Santino and Earthquake talk comedy, culture, and crowd control

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Andrew Santino sits down with comedian and writer Phil Hanley for a sharp, funny conversation about stand-up, writing, and why precision matters more than volume in comedy.

They talk about Phil’s book Spellbound, the discipline behind joke construction, crowd work that actually works, and how subtlety can hit just as hard as chaos. It’s a comic-to-comic episode loaded with insight, laughs, and real stand-up shop talk. Rest in peace Bob Weir.

Phil Hanley’s book: Spellbound
Phil Hanley’s website & tour dates: https://www.philhanley.com

In this episode:
• Writing jokes with intention and restraint
• The balance between crowd work and prepared material
• How Spellbound came together
• Santino and Phil break down what separates good comics from great ones

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