Natalie Cuomo joins Vinnie in studio to celebrate 200 episodes! Natalie has amassed hundreds of thousands of followers over social media including Instagram, Tik Tok, twitter and Twitch. she is currently touring the country performing stand-up.

Pat McGann

Feb 29th, 2024 20m 29s

This week Vinnie is joined by Pat McGann while he swings through Rochester for a special mid-week two show engagement at Comedy @ the Carlson. Tickets are available now at carlsoncomedy.com. For links to Pat's Special and social media visit

David Lucas

Feb 2nd, 2024 17m 23s

This week Vinnie is joined by the newest member of the Kill Tony Hall of Fame David Lucas. They discuss gaining the trust of the audience, the new age of comedy and social media and his podcast "Fishing with David Lucas"

Kyle Kinane

Jan 26th, 2024 22m 51s

My guest today Kyle Kinane is a comedian, actor, and the former voice of Comedy Central. You might recognize him from his appearances on Netflix's "The Stand-ups," Drunk History, and The Tonight Show. His new special, "Dirt Nap," will be releas

#196 Jim Florentine

Jan 19th, 2024 31m 3s

Today’s guest is comedian, podcaster, TV personality and confirmed metal-head, Jim Florentine. Today we talked about cheating in marathons, his new show "That Rocks" on you tube and Jim explains why Vinnie is a bad friend! For tickets call 585

Chris Alan

Dec 15th, 2023 43m 6s

Chris Alan, a Rochester, NY native and US Air Force Veteran, is no ordinary comedian. He's a hilarious up-and-coming star in the world of stand-up, and he's home for the holidays for four more shows this weekend at Comedy @ the Carlson! Catch C

Mike Dambra

Dec 8th, 2023 35m 39s

In this episode Vinnie is joined in studio by one of Comedy @ the Carlson's favorite comedians Mike Dambra. Mike is home in Rochester for the holidays and will be performing four more shows this weekend. Grab your tickets at Carlsoncomedy.com

An Interview with Dan St. Germain

Oct 20th, 2023 24m 47s

Our guest this week is Dan St. Germain he is a writer, comedian, and actor whose myriad of Tv appearances include This is Not Happening, Conan, Late Night with Jimmy Fallon. This weekend he will be performing 4 more show with Dan Soder at Comed

Rich Vos

Aug 11th, 2023 34m 10s

Today’s returning guest is one of our (and Rochester’s) favorites, Rich Vos! He is a nationally renowned stand-up, podcaster and a first-class roaster. Rich has four more shows left here at Comedy @ The Carlson 7:00 and 9:00 PM August 11th & 12

An Interview with Benji Brown

Aug 4th, 2023 27m 21s

Benji Brown is a stand-up comedian, actor, and radio personality. He is best known for his appearances on BET's Comic View & College Hill, MTV's Wild 'n Out, and his work on the nationally syndicated Rickey Smiley Morning Show. Most importantly

An Interview with Chris "Kid" Reid

Jul 27th, 2023 29m 27s

Chris "Kid" Reid is an Actor, Rapper and Comedian who is best known as one half of the iconic duo Kid’N’Play. Chris has been performing stand-up for over 24 years, and today we talked about learning to transition from music to stand-up, learni

An Interview with Ben Bailey

Jul 21st, 2023 38m 20s

Today’s guest is an Emmy award winning TV Personality andComedian, Ben Bailey. He’s most well known as the host of DiscoveryChannel’s Cash Cab, but got his start as a stand-up comedian and has been a much sought after act for many years. He h

Funniest Person in Rochester Contest Primer

Jun 29th, 2023 34m 26s

In this episode Vinnie is joined by Mark Ippolito & BillMoran to give you a behind the scenes look at this year’s Funniest Person in Rochester Contest. Not only is this episode a fun listen, but it is also filled with helpful and practical

An interview with Sarah Colonna

Jun 23rd, 2023 22m 2s

Sarah Colonna is an accomplished actor, a two-time best-selling author, and an outstanding stand-up comedian. You may know her from her Comedy Central special "I Can't Feel My Legs" or her outstanding performances on hit shows like Insatiable

#185 Matthew Broussard

Jun 16th, 2023 22m 18s

Our guest Matthew Broussard is a self-professed "Disgracedfinancial analyst" who happens to be very good at telling jokes. You may knowhim from his appearances on Conan, @midnight and the Tonight Show with JimmyFallon. He has also been featu

#185 Scott Seiss

Jun 10th, 2023 24m 17s

In today’s episode we talk with the “Angry Retail Guy” Scott Seiss about his rise to fame on TikTok, his experience working in retail, and his current stand-up comedy tour. Scott will be performing 5 shows this weekend June 6th-10th here in Ro

Ralph Barbosa

May 5th, 2023 21m 1s

Our guest today Ralph Barbosa is a comedian you should know! Not only did his set on “Don’t Tell Comedy” reach over a million views on YouTube he also won the 2021 “New York Latino Film Festival Stand Up competition”. You may also recognize him

Tammy Pescatelli

Apr 28th, 2023 46m 53s

Tammy Pescatelli is a stand-up comedian, actress, and reality TV star. She is known for her sharp wit and her ability to find humor in everyday situations. In this interview, Tammy and Vinnie talk about her career after being "cancelled", Here

April Macie

Mar 31st, 2023 27m 49s

You may know our returning guest April Macie from her appearances on The Howard Stern Show, her very own Ted Talk and Tiffany Hadish presents “They Ready” on Netflix. She will be here for 4 more show at Comedy @ the Carlson Rochester Ny and tic

Episode 181: April Macie

Mar 31st, 2023 27m 49s

Gina Brillon Returns

Mar 16th, 2023 26m 42s

Today we welcome back to the studio Gina Brillon. You may know her from her appearances on America’s Got Talent, The Conner’s on ABC or her 1-hour Amazon Prime special titled “The Floor is Lava”. Today we discuss the importance of setting the r

Episode 180: Gina Brillon Returns

Mar 16th, 2023 26m 43s

Hans Kim

Mar 3rd, 2023 18m 58s

This week Vinnie is joined by the hysterical Hans Kim. They discus getting fired, living in a van and learning how to write jokes one minute at a time. For more information on Hans visit: https://hanskimcomedian.com

Episode 179: Hans Kim

Mar 3rd, 2023 18m 59s

Episode 178: Mike Dambra

Feb 17th, 2023 29m 25s

This week we help a dear friend of the show Mike Dambra celebrate his 60th birthday! Mike will be celebrating with 4 more shows this weekend here at the Carlson. Tickets are on sale now carlsoncomedy.com