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The Comedy Castle Podcast

The Comedy Castle Podcast

Podcast #262: Laurie Kilmartin Returns

MAR 16, 202634 MIN
The Comedy Castle Podcast

Podcast #262: Laurie Kilmartin Returns

MAR 16, 202634 MIN

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Laurie Kilmartin returns to The Comedy Castle this week and she talked to Joel just hours after her writing gig at The Oscars ended. Hear what it’s like to write for Conan O’Brien and the pressure that the creatives feel getting ready for the show. Also, Joel picks his favorite bit from the show, asks why there were no Secret Agent jokes, and shares his memories from a Conan taping thirty years ago. Plus, insights into the comedy writers mind – turns out it’s really hard, but you end up getting health insurance. Laurie is an amazing comic, and she’s got four shows this weekend. Tix at the link below. Listen on  Spotify, YouTube or Apple Podcasts  Visit comedycastle.com for tickets and more information Facebook Instagram