New York Comedy Scene

In this episode we welcome to the show New York based stand-up Shaun Eli [https://www.ivystandup.com/corporate]. Shaun tells us about the New York stand up scene both pre and post covid.  He also discusses writing for Jay Leno [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jay_Leno] opening monologues back in the 90s, performing in 5 continents (not 7, yet), the ripeness of Netflix specials, auditioning for the first Last Comics Standing [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Last_Comic_Standing], Woke/Cancel Culture and his views on the Simpsons recasting [https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-53201667]. We also consult with Shaun on his Irish sounding name, at least it is not Declan and you can find him on his website, BrainChampagne.com [https://www.brainchampagne.com/]. “Shaun writes the kind of smart comedy I like to use in my opening monologue.” – Jay Leno