Billy Merritt stops by the podcast this week on of our final runof guests to talk about Florida, touring the world for comedy andhis awesome new podcast!

Episode 49 - Ryan Nemeth

Feb 8th, 2016 1h 41m

Ryan Nemeth joins me this week to talk about comedy and wrestling around the US!

Episode 48 - Carl Tart

Jan 25th, 2016 1h 29m

Carl Tart joins me this week to talk about finding comedy and his voice in LA, and comedy transcending language around the world! Plus we talk about Creed.

Episode 47 - Erin McGown & Melissa Luna

Jan 11th, 2016 1h 36m

Erin and Melissa join me this week for a great episode talking about how it is to work in a team, forgetting that you are part of a team, and about serial killers and Florida! Things get silly.

Episode 46 - Benjamin Apple

Dec 14th, 2015 1h 32m

Benjamin Apple Joins me this week to talk about being a recent transplant to LA, and the differences between LA and NYC. Hope you enjoy the talk as much as I did!

Episode 45 - Peter Banifaz

Nov 30th, 2015 1h 18m

Peter Banifaz joins me this week to talk about his amazing childhood and oh so much more. This guy's the best.

Episode 44 - Jake Goldman

Sep 21st, 2015 1h 11m

Jake Goldman stops by to talk about fighting against educational limits, Burbank and working your ass off in the industry.

Episode 43 - Winston Carter

Sep 7th, 2015 2h

Winston Carter stops by the podcast to talk about the direction of the country and the best places to eat in LA!

Episode 42 - Katherine Alyse

Aug 10th, 2015 1h 37m

Katherine Alyse stops by the podcast to talk about her web series, being honest and beyond!TAGS: comedy, podcast, conversation, chat, fun, funny, fat, weight, web, series, internet, video, online, acting, Shakespeare, movies, TV, scripts, pilo

Episode 41 - John David Williams

Jul 27th, 2015 1h 55m

John David Williams stops by the podcast to hang out and talk about burritos and the existence of man!TAGS: comedy, podcast, funny, moving, ucb, improv, moving, move, pack, xc, travel, sketch, maude, video, recording, acting, writing, performi

Episode 40 - Ryan Middledorf

Jul 13th, 2015 1h 25m

Ryan Middledorf stops by the podcast to finally fight me to the death. There can only be one.TAGS: podcast, community, podcast, moving, la, hollywood, packing, boxes, sf, ca, pretty, scenic, transit, metro, life, lessons, car, crash, accident,

Episode 39 - Hector Navarro

Jun 29th, 2015 1h 58m

Hector Navarro stops by to talk about how big of nerds we are!TAGS: Marvel, DC, comics, TV, television, movies, hosting, improv, short form, long form, San Diego, comic con, comedy, Spider-Man, scripts, screenplay

Episode 38 - LAnniversary

Jun 1st, 2015 16m 6s

John takes a few minutes to reflect on three years in LA, and manages to avoid having a mental breakdown about his career insecurities! Enjoy!TAGS: podcast, comedy, funny, silly, laugh, moving, anniversary, nostalgia, friends, work, la, hollyw

Episode 36 - Julia Hays

May 18th, 2015 1h 34m

Julia Hays stops by this week to talk about living it up in LA and the differences it has to New Jersey.TAGS: interview, podcast, comedy, chat, conversation, improv, stand up, funny, ucb, upright citizens brigade, theatre, hollywood, los angel

Episode 35 - Shannon Joy Rodgers

May 11th, 2015 1h 36m

Shannon Joy Rodgers stops by to talk about growing up in Texas, and the best places to skate around town!TAGS: Skating, Rollerblading, Xgames, Sports, Hiking, Texas, Austin, Dallas, Acting, Actor, Actress, writing, Horror movies, movies, scrip

Episode 34 - Donna Thomas

May 5th, 2015 1h 41m

Donna Thomas stops by the podcast this week to talk about taking a chance on herself, and why it's important to help out the amazing people around you.TAGS: Thomas Angel Foundation, Upright citizen's brigade, Discovery Channel, Stand up, Pilot

Episode 33 - Kirby Howell-Baptiste

Apr 20th, 2015 2h 4m

Kirby Howell-Baptiste stops by to talk about growing up in London, studying theater on two continents and her favorite Indian food options around town!TAGS: London, England, Shakespeare, The Globe, Europe, Los Angeles, Comedy, Drama, Theater,

Episode 32 - Carmen Angelica

Apr 14th, 2015 1h 38m

Carmen Angelica stops by the show this week to talk about being disappointed by leaders of the free world, and the best places for coffee on both coasts!TAGS: Coffee shops, Cyprus, Conflict resolution, sketch, improv, one woman show, Performan

Episode 31 - Katie Willert

Apr 6th, 2015 2h 11m

Katie Willert joins me this week to talk about how an early artistic career doesn't need to be spent in the poor house!TAGS: Wealthy Creative, Sketch, Improv, stand up comedy, story telling, Improv Olympic, iO West, San Diego, Money, Managemen

Episode 30 - Noëlle Lara Horelik

Mar 30th, 2015 1h 36m

Noëlle Lara Horelik Stops by the podcast this week to talk about Massachusetts, and to be so incredibly fun to talk to!TAGS: lowell massachusetts, UConn, College, President, Olympics, Oscars, Cross Country, Improv, Sketch, Screenplays, Shows,

Episode 29 - Marissa Strickland

Mar 23rd, 2015 1h 29m

Marissa Strickland stops by the podcast this week to talk about great haunted houses around LA, and exploring Silver Lake!TAGS: Upright Citizens brigade, Ventura county, silver lake, University of California Santa Cruz, College, Stand up, Sket

Episode 28 - Jess Lane

Mar 16th, 2015 1h 21m

Jess Lane stops by the podcast this week to talk about growing up in New Jersey, and living in both New York and LA.All the best!- John

Episode 27 - Will Hines

Mar 9th, 2015 1h 12m

Welcome to the LAughing Cross Country podcast!This week, Will Hines stopped by to talk about his favorite hole in the wall book stores and much, much more.All the best!- John

Episode 26 - David Zwick

Mar 2nd, 2015 2h 11m

David Zwick stops by the podcast this week to talk Chicago, USC and working in film and production. ALSO FOOD!TAGS: Sneak Theif, UCB, USC, University of Southern California, Film, School, Improv, sketch, internet, viral, short, movies, writing

Episode 25 - Christian Spicer

Feb 23rd, 2015 1h 17m

Christian Spicer joins me to talk about Texas, changing careers and finding love in standup.TAGS: comedy, podcast, interview, funny, christian spicer, stand up comedy, stand-up comedy, relationships, marriage, san diego, skating, skate park, r