Misfits Makin’ It: Oddballs Doing Cool Stuff

Misfits Makin’ It is the podcast component of the misfit comedy shows produced by Lauren LoGiudice. Show dates and info at www.laurenlogiudice.com

In this podcast episode Lauren interviews Australian comedians William Boyd and Connor Dariol. They discuss their experiences as comedians in Melbourne, Australia, and share anecdotes about their lives. The conversation also touches on more serious topics such as family dynamics, coming out, and the importance of support and acceptance.

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TIMESTAMPS, BROUGHT TO YOU BY AI

The iPhone Generation (00:01:13) Discussion about the younger generation growing up with iPhones and not being able to imagine a world without them.

Misfit Melodrama (00:03:29) Introduction to the Misfit Melodrama episodes where comedians riff on audience-submitted stories, making fun of themselves.

Weirdos in Melbourne (00:06:40) Conversation about the weirdos in Melbourne, distinguishing between good weirdos who monetize their weirdness and bad weirdos who don't.

The secret dad baby (00:12:55) Discussion about a recently discovered secret adoption within the family and the emotions surrounding it.

Family drama country (00:14:48) Exploring a family's complicated dynamics and the challenges that come with divorce and new relationships.

Coming out at a family reunion (00:16:02) Questioning the appropriateness of coming out in a potentially hostile environment and the importance of support from loved ones.

Jumping on Dad (00:23:43) A listener shares a childhood memory of jumping on their drunk dad like a trampoline, and the hosts discuss drinking habits in Australia.

Coming Out Stories (00:18:04) The hosts discuss their experiences and reactions to people coming out as queer, emphasizing the importance of finding joy and celebration in the process.

Caramello Koala Trick (00:22:43) One of the hosts shares a funny childhood story of their mom secretly hiding painkillers inside a chocolate treat called Caramello Koala.

Jumping on Six Kids (00:24:44) Discussion about kids jumping on each other and the potential injuries they could sustain.

Drinking Martinis (00:25:39) Conversation about the effects of drinking martinis and finding the right balance to maintain wit and coherence.

Living in Boca Raton (00:26:26) Mention of living in Boca Raton, Florida and the community's use of golf carts, including a drug dealer who rides around with drugs.