Entry Level with Brooks Wheelan
Comedy
About
This is a podcast about all those jobs we've had that sucked. Each episode Brooks will interview a guest and find out what garbage they had to put up with before they got to the position they're in now. Plus if you have any hellish jobs of your own you want to share email entrylevelwithbrookswheelan@gmail.com
Episodes
- Episode 275 - Rob Sand (the reasonable cool dude running for Governor of Iowa)
Rob Sand, a candidate for Governor of Iowa, speaks with Brooks Wheelan about growing up in the state, his experiences working at McDonald's, and becoming a male model.
- Episode 274 - Amy Miller
Comedian Amy Miller discusses her religious upbringing outside San Francisco and her time working in video rental stores on Entry Level with Brooks Wheelan. Her podcast is "Who's Your God."
- Episode 273 - Mike Bridenstine talks about the Kansas City and Chicago comedy scenes
Mike Bridenstine discusses his new book about the Midwest comedy scene in the mid-2000s, focusing on Kansas City and Chicago.
- Episode 272 - Mike Mitchell ranks fast food and talks about sketch comedy
Mike Mitchell joins Entry Level to discuss his start in sketch comedy, the early days of UCB, and shares his rankings for fast food restaurants.
- Episode 271 - Barry Rothbart talks about comedy in the 2010s
Barry Rothbart discusses his new podcast "Searching for Allan Rothbart" and his experiences in comedy over the past 20 years with host Brooks Wheelan.
- Episode 270 - Whitmer Thomas talks about being in WEAPONS
Whitmer Thomas joins Brooks Wheelan to discuss his involvement in the movie WEAPONS and other film-related topics. Brooks also shares experiences from his trip to Europe.
- Episode 269 - Ryan Rosenberg talks about UCB and improv
Ryan Rosenberg, an early friend of host Brooks Wheelan, shares his experiences with UCB improv classes and past jobs, including scooping ice cream and working at The Cheesecake Factory.
- Episode 268 - Carmen Christopher talks Iowa and Chicago
Carmen Christopher returns to Entry Level to discuss attending the University of Iowa concurrently with Brooks, his sales career in Chicago, and his near-military enlistment. Links to his specials are provided.
- Episode 267 - Charlotte McKinney talks about being in a viral Super Bowl ad
Charlotte McKinney shares her experiences growing up near Orlando, moving to Miami to start her modeling career, and appearing in a notable Super Bowl commercial.
- Episode 266 - Mike Hanford talks about not working at all his jobs
Mike Hanford joins Brooks Wheelan to discuss his experiences with finding places to hide at work, cohabitating with other comedians, and the process of getting a sketch show produced on IFC.
- Harder Than We Thought - Donner Pass
Karl Hess and Brooks created a proof of concept episode for a new podcast about visiting national parks, where they intentionally get into difficult situations. The episode is being shared on Earth Day.
- Episode 265 - Chris Estrada talks growing up in South Central LA
Chris Estrada joined Brooks Wheelan to discuss his childhood in Los Angeles, working at Domino
- Episode 264 - Katherine Blanford
Katherine Blanford joins Brooks Wheelan to discuss humorous experiences like running on porta-pottys at the Kentucky Derby. She also shares insights into her time studying sports management and the process of preparing for her first perfor…
- Episode 263 - James Pumphrey
James Pumphrey joins Brooks Wheelan to share experiences from his childhood in Kentucky, his journey with UCB, and his engagement with the car community. Pumphrey has worked on notable shows like Key and Peele and Arrested Development.
- Episode 262 - The Grand Canyon Death Adventure with Boosh
Boosh and Brooks Wheelan recount their 18-day journey through the Grand Canyon. The episode touches upon their whitewater rafting experiences.
- Episode 261 - Liam Cullagh
Liam Cullagh joins the podcast to discuss his experiences working at a gas station, growing up during the Patriots dynasty era, and his relocation to Los Angeles to pursue sketch comedy.
- Episode 260 - Whitmer Thomas #3
Whitmer Thomas joins Brooks Wheelan to discuss his experience selling Brooks a car. They also talk about Thomas's aversion to parades and the creation of his comedy special.
- Episode 259 - Alive In Alaska Spectacular
Brooks Wheelan discusses the production of his upcoming special, Alive in Alaska, with director Isaac Rentz and director of photography Martin Vielma.
- Episode 258 - Dan Licata talks about Jackass and Tom Green
Dan Licata appears on Entry Level with Brooks Wheelan to discuss his childhood influences like Jackass and Tom Green. The conversation also touches on the beginnings of the show Joe Pera Talks with You.
- Episode 257 - Chris Fairbanks talks Montana
Chris Fairbanks, known for his appearances on Comedy Central, Conan, Last Comic Standing, and Jimmy Kimmel, discusses his home state of Montana with host Brooks Wheelan. They talk about the state in anticipation of upcoming shows they will…
- Episode 256 - Shane Torres
Shane Torres discusses his childhood in Texas, the son of an Irish mother and a Hispanic father, with host Brooks Wheelan.
- Episode 255 - Joe Pera
In this episode, Joe Pera joins Brooks Wheelan to talk about his experiences as a paperboy, his entry into bricklaying, and his work on advertising for Dog The Bounty Hunter.
- Catching up with Karl Hess
Karl Hess and Brooks Wheelan engage in a rambling conversation. The content is described as simply
- Episdoe 254 - Caitlin Cook
Caitlin Cook discusses her Off Broadway play,
- Episode 253 - Will Angus
Will Angus talks about his childhood in Dallas, his transition between business and theater studies, and how he began making sketches during the pandemic after graduating.
- Episode 252 - Kara Klenk
Kara Klenk shares stories about her childhood babysitting experience, her move to Italy to teach English with no language skills, and her time as an NBC page. She also mentions running into host Brooks Wheelan in Puerto Rico.
- Episode 251: Bret Raybould (and catching up with Karl Hess)
In this episode, Bret Raybould shares his experiences growing up in Kansas City, working at Burger King and as an intern at Conan, and his journey to writing a play titled Race: The Movie: The Play. Brooks Wheelan and Karl Hess also discus…
- Episode 250: Straightiolab
George Civeris and Sam Taggart, hosts of StraightioLab, join Brooks Wheelan to discuss their experiences growing up in Greece and Michigan. Their podcast, StraightioLab, is available on iHeartMedia and the Big Money Players Network.
- Episode 249 - Matt Goldich
Matt Goldich shares his path to becoming a late-night writer, detailing early roles such as an NBC page and working with David Letterman.
- Catching up with Nicky T
Brooks Wheelan has a midweek episode catching up with Nick Turner. Brooks Wheelan is also promoting his tour dates.
- Wheelan Motors interview with Brooks and Isaac Rentz
Brooks Wheelan and Isaac Rentz interviewed Dead Pilots Society about the process of making a network show. The episode is available on the Entry Level with Brooks Wheelan podcast.
- Wheelan Motors Episode 3 (Every Rose Has It's Thorn)
Wheelan Motors Episode 3 features readings by Jessica Lowe, Paul Scheer, Will Sasso, Kerri Kenney-Silver, Bobby Moynihan, Mike O’Brien, Gary Anthony Williams, Ryan Asher, Nick Rutherford, Joe Mande, Katrina Davis, and Joey Lyons.
- Wheelan Motors Episode 2 (Bad Press)
Wheelan Motors Episode 2 features a reading by Jessica Lowe, Paul Scheer, Will Sasso, Kerri Kenney-Silver, Bobby Moynihan, Mike O’Brien, Gary Anthony Williams, Ryan Asher, Nick Rutherford, Joe Mande, Katrina Davis, and Joey Lyons.
- Wheelan Motors Episode 1 (The Pilot)
Brooks Wheelan shares a table read of the pilot episode of a FOX show, "Wheelan Motors," performed live at The Elysian Theater in Los Angeles. The cast included Jessica Lowe, Paul Scheer, Will Sasso, and others.
- Episode 248 - Whitmer Thomas and Clay Tatum
Whitmer Thomas and Clay Tatum, creators of The Civil Dead, detail their experience making an independent film. They cover securing $30,000, facing festival rejections, and ultimately finding a path to distribution.
- Episode 247 - And That's Why We Drink (Em Schulz and Christine Schiefer)
Christine Schiefer and Em Schulz, hosts of "And That's Why We Drink," join Brooks Wheelan to discuss their experiences with ghost tours, selling kites, and how Chipotle operates.
- Episode 246 - Ryan Asher
Ryan Asher shares his journey from growing up in Virginia and working in a BBQ restaurant to participating in Second City cruises and performing on the main stage for two years, prior to his move to Los Angeles.
- Episode 245 - Josh Onstott
Josh Onstott discusses his life in Oklahoma, including working in oil fields and a music store, before pursuing music that led to the band Other Lives and his current project, Colley Hobbs.
- Episode 244: Adam Newman
Adam Newman shares stories about his time with Dusty Rhodes, working in a NASCAR broadcasting booth, and understanding Nielsen ratings.
- Bonus Episode - Catching up with Turner
Brooks Wheelan and Turner catch up and share complaints. Turner's upcoming tour is also mentioned, with a link provided for dates.
- Episode 243 - Mike Mitchell
Mike Mitchell shares his experiences working various jobs before moving to LA to pursue comedy, including his time as a garbage man in Boston and working in a quarry.
- Episode 242 - David Gborie
David Gborie shares his experiences growing up in remote Colorado, working jobs like a sandwich artist at Subway, and beginning his comedy career after moving to San Francisco. He is also recognized as the voice of Comedy Central.
- Episode 241 - Strider Wilson
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- Episode 240: Erin Lampart
Erin Lampart joins Brooks Wheelan to discuss her life, including being the queen of a golf course, selling mops, and her college experience. She shares insights from her career in comedy.
- Episode 239 - Willie Simon
Willie Simon shares stories about his upbringing in Hawaii and his journey into comedy in Los Angeles. Mike Bridenstine, who guest hosts, also discusses his new album.
- Episode 238 - Willie Hunter
Willie Hunter shares his experiences growing up in Alabama, his path through engineering, and his decision to move to Los Angeles to pursue comedy after an incident at a live show.
- Episode 237 - Derek Waters
Derek Waters, known for Drunk History, shares anecdotes about his upbringing in the tire industry, his experience being turned down for a job at Circuit City, and his time renting movies to famous people at Hollywood Video.
- Episode 236 - Jay Larson
Jay Larson, known for Comedy Central and Twin Peaks, joins Brooks Wheelan to discuss his childhood making pizza near Boston, being expelled from college multiple times, and his decision to move to LA.
- Episode 235 - Beck Bennett
Beck Bennett discusses his various jobs, his friendship with Brooks Wheelan, and their shared experiences of being hired at Saturday Night Live and relocating to New York.
- Episode 234: Chad from Chad Goes Deep
Chad Kroeger, from Chad Goes Deep, appeared on Entry Level with Brooks Wheelan to discuss his new Netflix show, his past as a swim instructor, and his discovery of comedy.