Laughing Liberally Milwaukee: Recent Episodes
Laughing Liberally Milwaukee
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This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, host Matthew Filipowicz is joined by comedian Megan McGee from the sketch troupe Broadminded to discuss Donald Trump's recent discovery of the word "affordability.".
Laughing Liberally Milwaukee's next live show, The No Ice Holiday Comedy Spectacular, is Saturday December 20th, 2025 at 8:00 pm at CSZ Milwaukee – 420 South 1st Street, Milwaukee. For details visit laughingliberallymke.com
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, host Matthew Filipowicz is joined by comedian Sasha Rosser to discuss JD Vance's controversial appearance with Erika Kirk at a Turning Point USA event in Mississippi where he wished his wife Usha would convert to Christianity.
Laughing Liberally Milwaukee's next live show is Saturday November 8th, 2025 at 8:00 pm at CSZ Milwaukee – 420 South 1st Street, Milwaukee. For details visit laughingliberallymke.com
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, host Matthew Filipowicz is joined by comedian Taylor Hooker to discuss the ridiculous right wing reactions to Bad Bunny performing at the Super Bowl including Turning Point USA's plan for an alternative right wing halftime show.
Laughing Liberally Milwaukee's next live show is Saturday November 8th, 2025 at 8:00 pm at CSZ Milwaukee – 420 South 1st Street, Milwaukee. For details visit laughingliberallymke.com
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, host Matthew Filipowicz is joined by Tim Grimes, Bob Rok and Zach Zajac, otherwise known as the sketch comedy troupe the Accountants of Homeland Security, to discuss the Jimmy Kimmel situation, Donald Trump's assault on comedy and free speech, and their upcoming show, Billionaires In Space.
Laughing Liberally Milwaukee's next live show is Saturday October 4th, 2025 at 8:00 pm at CSZ Milwaukee – 420 South 1st Street, Milwaukee. For details visit laughingliberallymke.com
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, host Matthew Filipowicz is joined by comedian Tony Castro to discuss how the Trump administration's claims that videotaping ICE raids is "violence."
Laughing Liberally Milwaukee's next live show is Saturday October 4th, 2025 at 8:00 pm at CSZ Milwaukee – 420 South 1st Street, Milwaukee. For details visit laughingliberallymke.com
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, host Matthew Filipowicz is joined by comedian Lisa Quam to discuss President Trump claiming the Smithsonian is WOKE because it shows "how bad slavery was."
Laughing Liberally Milwaukee's next live show is Saturday September 13th, 2025 at 8:00 pm at CSZ Milwaukee – 420 South 1st Street, Milwaukee. For details visit laughingliberallymke.com
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, host Matthew Filipowicz is joined by comedian Jason Hillman to discuss the Trump administration's potential plan to destroy a fully functioning multi-million dollar climate satellite.
Laughing Liberally Milwaukee's next live show is Saturday September 13th, 2025 at 8:00 pm at CSZ Milwaukee – 420 South 1st Street, Milwaukee. For details visit laughingliberallymke.com
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, host Matthew Filipowicz is joined by comedian Manny Petty to discuss Donald Trump firing the head of labor statistics after she released jobs numbers he didn't like..
Laughing Liberally Milwaukee's next live show is Saturday August 9th, 2025 at 8:00 pm at CSZ Milwaukee – 420 South 1st Street, Milwaukee. For details visit laughingliberallymke.com
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, host Matthew Filipowicz is joined by comedian Michael Kittelson to discuss how Republican cuts to the National Weather Service are endangering American lives both nationally and here in Wisconsin.
Laughing Liberally Milwaukee's next live show is Saturday August 9th, 2025 at 8:00 pm at CSZ Milwaukee – 420 South 1st Street, Milwaukee. For details visit laughingliberallymke.com
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, host Matthew Filipowicz is joined by comedian and Madison Alderperson Dina Nina to discuss Donald Trump's notices posted at Apostle Islands and other national parks asking visitors to report signs that are "negative" about past or living Americans.
Laughing Liberally Milwaukee's next live show is Saturday July 12th, 2025 at 8:00 pm at CSZ Milwaukee – 420 South 1st Street, Milwaukee. For details visit laughingliberallymke.com
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, host Matthew Filipowicz is joined by comedian Dana Norris to break down Donald Trump's ridiculous birthday parade.
Laughing Liberally Milwaukee's next live show is Saturday July 12th, 2025 at 8:00 pm at CSZ Milwaukee – 420 South 1st Street, Milwaukee. For details visit laughingliberallymke.com
uThis week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, host Matthew Filipowicz is joined by comedian Peter-John Byrnes to discuss how Senator Ron Johnson might stop Donald Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill because it doesn't hurt poor people enough.
Laughing Liberally Milwaukee's next live show is Saturday June 14th, 2025 at 8:00 pm at CSZ Milwaukee – 420 South 1st Street, Milwaukee. For details visit laughingliberallymke.com
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, host Matthew Filipowicz is joined by comedian Jen Durbent to discuss how Donald Trump supporter and Oklahoma school superintendent Ryan Walters is attempting to force public schools to teach 2020 election conspiracies.
Laughing Liberally Milwaukee's next live show is Saturday June 14th, 2025 at 8:00 pm at CSZ Milwaukee – 420 South 1st Street, Milwaukee. For details visit laughingliberallymke.com
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, host Matthew Filipowicz is joined by Peter Jurich to discuss My Pillow CEO Mike Lindell selling sheets from the White House lawn on the National Day of Prayer.
Laughing Liberally Milwaukee's next live show is Saturday May 10th, 2025 at 8:00 pm at CSZ Milwaukee – 420 South 1st Street, Milwaukee. For details visit laughingliberallymke.com
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, host Matthew Filipowicz is joined by Alecia Altstaetter to discuss Donald Trump's deregulation and support of "beautiful, clean coal."
Laughing Liberally Milwaukee's next live show is Saturday May 10th, 2025 at 8:00 pm at CSZ Milwaukee – 420 South 1st Street, Milwaukee. For details visit laughingliberallymke.com
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, host Matthew Filipowicz is joined by Marcos Lara to discuss how Republicans are trying to strip federal judges of their power to declare executive actions unconstitutional.
Laughing Liberally Milwaukee's next live show is Saturday April 12th, 2025 at 8:00 pm at CSZ Milwaukee – 420 South 1st Street, Milwaukee. For details visit laughingliberallymke.com
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, host Matthew Filipowicz is joined by Melissa Kingston from the sketch comedy troupe Broadminded to discuss Donald Trump agreeing to label Tesla protestors "domestic terrorists."
Laughing Liberally Milwaukee's next live show is Saturday April 12th, 2025 at 8:00 pm at CSZ Milwaukee – 420 South 1st Street, Milwaukee. For details visit laughingliberallymke.com
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, host Matthew Filipowicz is joined by comedian Josh Fred to discuss Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate Brad Schimel's claim that the female liberal justices are being "driven by their emotions."
Laughing Liberally Milwaukee's next live show is Saturday March 8th, 2025 at 8:00 pm at CSZ Milwaukee – 420 South 1st Street, Milwaukee. For details visit laughingliberallymke.com
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, host Matthew Filipowicz is joined by comedian Syed to discuss how there are not enough desks or workstations to accommodate the federal remote workers being forced back into the office by Donald Trump and Elon Musk.
Laughing Liberally Milwaukee's next live show is Saturday March 8th, 2025 at 8:00 pm at CSZ Milwaukee – 420 South 1st Street, Milwaukee. For details visit laughingliberallymke.com.
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, David Schendlinger joins host Matthew Filipowicz to discuss how Brad Shimel, the right wing judge who's running for Wisconsin Supreme Court, was caught on tape saying the US might need "another bloody revolution."
Laughing Liberally Milwaukee's next live show is Saturday February 8th, 2025 at 8:00 pm at CSZ Milwaukee – 420 South 1st Street, Milwaukee. For details visit laughingliberallymke.com.
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, Greg Bach joins host Matthew Filipowicz to discuss the upcoming Wisconsin Supreme Court race and how Justice Brad Shimel feels the January 6th defendants didn't get a "fair shot."
Laughing Liberally Milwaukee's next live show is Saturday February 8th, 2025 at 8:00 pm at CSZ Milwaukee – 420 South 1st Street, Milwaukee. For details visit laughingliberallymke.com.
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, Kristin Lytie and host Matthew Filipowicz discuss reports that Elon Musk might be using a fake Twitter account to secretly praise and defend himself.
Laughing Liberally Milwaukee's next live show is Saturday January 11th, 2025 at 8:00 pm at CSZ Milwaukee – 420 South 1st Street, Milwaukee. For details visit laughingliberallymke.com.
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, Shawn Vasquez and host Matthew Filipowicz discuss Donald Trump's frightening cabinet picks including Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and the possible return of polio.
Laughing Liberally Milwaukee's next live show is Saturday January 11th, 2025 at 8:00 pm at CSZ Milwaukee – 420 South 1st Street, Milwaukee. For details visit laughingliberallymke.com.
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, Alice Pauser joins host Matthew Filipowicz to discuss the ridiculous merch being sold and endorsed by Donald Trump, including Trump Guitars.
Laughing Liberally Milwaukee's next live show is Saturday December 14th, 2024 at 8:00 pm at CSZ Milwaukee – 420 South 1st Street, Milwaukee. For details visit laughingliberallymke.com.
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, Ton Johnson joins host Matthew Filipowicz to discuss how Eric Hovde has yet to concede his loss to Senator Tammy Baldwin..
Laughing Liberally Milwaukee's next live show is Saturday December 14th, 2024 at 8:00 pm at CSZ Milwaukee – 420 South 1st Street, Milwaukee. For details visit laughingliberallymke.com.
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, Tim Grimes from the Accountants of Homeland Security joins host Matthew Filipowicz to discuss a surprising reason to vote against Donald Trump this Tuesday.
Laughing Liberally Milwaukee's next live show is Saturday November 9th, 2024 at 8:00 pm at CSZ Milwaukee – 420 South 1st Street, Milwaukee. For details visit laughingliberallymke.com.
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, comedian Justin Frisque joins host Matthew Filipowicz to discuss Marjorie Taylor Greene's ridiculous claim that "THEY" can control the weather.
Laughing Liberally Milwaukee's next live show is Saturday November 9th, 2024 at 8:00 pm at CSZ Milwaukee – 420 South 1st Street, Milwaukee. For details visit laughingliberallymke.com.
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, Taylor Hooker joins host Matthew Filipowicz to discuss Donald Trump claiming that sea levels rising is a good thing because you get "a little bit more ocean".
Laughing Liberally Milwaukee's next live show is Saturday October 12, 2024 at 8:00 pm at CSZ Milwaukee – 420 South 1st Street, Milwaukee. For details visit laughingliberallymke.com.
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, Dana Ehrmann joins host Matthew Filipowicz to discuss the wild and unhinged Republican responses to Taylor Swift's endorsement of Kamala Harris.
Laughing Liberally Milwaukee's next live show is Saturday October 12, 2024 at 8:00 pm at CSZ Milwaukee – 420 South 1st Street, Milwaukee. For details visit laughingliberallymke.com.
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, Luise Noe joins host Matthew Filipowicz to discuss how Donald Trump told Dr. Phil that God wants him to not only save the United States, but the world.
Laughing Liberally Milwaukee's next live show is Saturday September 14, 2024 at 8:00 pm at CSZ Milwaukee – 420 South 1st Street, Milwaukee. For details visit laughingliberallymke.com.
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, Chastity Washington joins host Matthew Filipowicz in discussing how JD Vance currently has the highest negative numbers of any Vice Presidential candidate in history.
Laughing Liberally Milwaukee's next live show is Saturday September 14, 2024 at 8:00 pm at CSZ Milwaukee – 420 South 1st Street, Milwaukee. For details visit laughingliberallymke.com.
This week on the 100th episode of Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, host Matthew Filipowicz and Zach Zajac from the Accountants of Homeland Security discuss why you should vote NO on the horrible GOP-authored Constitutional Amendments on the ballot August 13th, plus the upcoming Accountants sketch show entitled The Civil War II.
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, Alan Guszkowski joins host Matthew Filipowicz to discuss how the Supreme Court has recently criminalized being homeless, as well as the upcoming 40th anniversary celebration of Comedy Sportz.
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, co-owner of the Laughing Tap Kaitlin McCarthy joins host Matthew Filipowicz to discuss how many downtown restaurants and bars have yet to be booked for the week of the RNC.
Laughing Liberally Milwaukee's next live show is the Anti-RNC Comedy Throwdown on Saturday July 13, 2024 at 8:00 pm at CSZ Milwaukee – 420 South 1st Street, Milwaukee. For details visit laughingliberallymke.com.
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, Megan McGee from the sketch comedy troupe Broadminded joins host Matthew Filipowicz to discuss the ridiculous series of GOP lies and excuses after Donald Trump called Milwaukee a "horrible city."
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, comedian Michael Kittelson joins host Matthew Filipowicz to discuss how tennis balls will be banned from the RNC security footprint, but guns will not.
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, comedian Jason Hillman joins host Matthew Filipowicz to discuss how a school board in Virginia voted to reinstate Confederate names at two local schools.
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, comedian Erin Morris joins host Matthew Filipowicz to discuss a study that found Wisconsin recently banned the most books of any state in the US, except Florida.
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, comedian and Madison Alder Dina Nina joins host Matthew Filipowicz to discuss Eric Hovde claiming that most people in nursing homes shouldn't vote.
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, host Matthew Filipowicz and Sasha Rosser discuss Rudy Giuliani asking a judge not to seize his $3.5 million dollar Florida condo because he needs a place to record his podcasts...
Matthew Filopowicz and Jen Durbent have some fun talking about Eric Hovde, who's running for Tammy Baldwin's senate seat, trying to prove he's not a carpetbagger.
Matthew Filipowicz and Josh Fred have some fun with Donald Trump's new Never Surrender sneakers for true patriots.
Matthew Filipowicz and Kristin Lytie take some jabs at Elon Musk and his legal troubles over his anti-labor and anti-union approach to his companies.
Matthew Filipowicz and Marcos Lara jump into Ron DeSantis' war on books in Florida, which now includes banning dictionaries, encyclopedias and even some books by Bill O'Reilly.
Matthew Filipowicz welcomes Melissa Kingston from sketch comedy group Broad Minded, and they skewer presidential candidate Nikki Haley for her blunder when she was asked the cause of the Civil War.
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, host Matthew Filipowicz and comedian Tim Grimes have some fun with Rudy Giuliani's $148 million legal problems.
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, host Matthew Filipowicz and comedian Ton Johnson discuss the antics of George Santos that got him expelled from Congress.
Matthew Filipowicz and Greg Bach discuss Assembly Speaker Robin Vos' attempts to impeach Supreme Court Justice Janet Protasiewicz and his dealings with far right-wing groups.
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, host Matthew Filipowicz welcomes comedian Natalie Wickman to discuss the soap opera of House Republicans on Capitol Hill.
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, host Matthew Filipowicz welcomes comedian Shawn Vasquez, and they discuss Wisconsin Supreme Court justice Rebecca Bradley's "I'm not partisan - you're partisan!" attitude about Republicans calling for the impeachment of her fellow justice Janet Protasiewicz.
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, host Matthew Filipowicz welcomes comedian Bob Rok from The Accountants of Homeland Security onto the show. The two discuss the media's coverage of Joe Biden and Donald Trump's visits to striking United Auto Workers in Michigan. However, Trump actually gave a campaign speech at a non-union factory. They also discussed the recent exploits of the Accountants of Homeland Security and Rok as a standup.
The next live Laughing Liberally Milwaukee live show is October 21 at ComedySportz. Tickets are available at LaughingLiberallyMKE.com
On this week's episode of Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, host Matthew Filipowicz welcomes on comedian Vanessa Tortolano. The two discuss Republican representative Lauren Boebert, who was recently kicked out of the audience of a family-friendly 'Beetlejuice' musical, after she was repeatedly vaping, taking photos, and groping her date. They also discuss Tortolano's recent comedic endeavors, including her upcoming appearance at the next Laughing Liberally Milwaukee live show at Comedysportz on Saturday, October 21. Get your tickets today at LaughingLiberallyMKE.com
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, comedian Dana Ehrmann joins host Matthew Filipowicz. The two talk about the crash and burn of Ron DeSantis' presidential campaign, including his most recent attempts to avoid a 15 year old aspiring journalist. They also discuss Dana's most recent comedic endeavors and opportunities. Don't miss the next Laughing Liberally Milwaukee live show at ComedySportz on September 16, where Dana will be one of the comics on stage!
Today on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, host Matthew Filipowicz welcomes comedian Jason Hillman to the show. The two discuss the new makeup of the Wisconsin Supreme Court, and how Speaker Robin Vos wants to impeach newly-sworn in Janet Protasiewicz, simply because she acknowleged that Wisconsin's electoral maps are gerrymandered. They also discuss Hillman's endeavors in comedy, including his upcoming appearance at the next Laughing Liberally Milwaukee live show, which is set for August 19. Tickets are available at LaughingLiberallyMKE.com
This week on Laughing Liberally, host Matthew Filipowicz welcomes on comedian Lusie Noe. The two talk about Derrick Van Orden, a Wisconsin Republican who screamed at a group of Senate pages for resting while waiting during a lengthy session. The man is angry, and this isn't the first time Van Orden has done this (surprise!) They also talk about Noe's latest comedic endeavors as well.
You can catch the next live Laughing Liberally Milwaukee live show on Saturday, August 19.
This time around on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, host Matthew Filipowicz welcomes on comedian and member of the Accountants of Homeland Security, Zach Zajac. The two discuss Marjorie Taylor Greene being ousted from the Freedom Caucus, being the first person to be removed from the group. You can catch Zach and the Accountants at the next live Laughing Liberally Milwaukee on Saturday, August 19 at ComedySportz.
Today on Laughing Liberally MKE, host Matthew Filipowicz welcomes on comedian Jen Durbent. The two discuss the many rulings of the Supreme Court from last week, including a decision that makes it legal for businesses to discriminate against LGBTQ+ people in the 303 Creative vs. Elenis decision. They also discuss Jen's recent comedic endeavors, including the upcoming Laughing Liberally Milwaukee live show on July 15 at ComedySportz. Tickets are available now at LaughingLiberallyMKE.com
Today on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, Matthew Filipowicz talks with comedian Alecia Altstaetter. The two discuss the recent Wisconsin Republican Party state convention, where the party votes on non-binding revolutions, including Critical Race Theory, banning drag shows, restricting early voting and so much more. They also discuss Alecia's upcoming comedy endeavors, including the next edition of Laughing Liberally Milwaukee at ComedySportz on July 15.
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, Matthew Filipowicz welcomes comedian Randy Cochran from the Accountants of Homeland Security onto the show. The two discuss homophobic and transphobic cancel culture from conservatives, including Target, Bud Light, and now Chick-Fil-A. Because if you can't trust a chicken sandwich chain, who can you trust? They also discuss what the Accountants are up to next, as well as Cochran's latest comedic endeavors.
Today on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, Matthew Filipowicz is joined by Dina Nina to talk about, well, Dina Nina! Last month, they became the first openly out trans woman to win a seat on Madison's Common Council. In addition to comedy, Dina talks about her decision to run, wanting Wisconsin to thrive, and the importance of representation for LGBTQ+ people in government.
Be sure to check out the next Laughing Liberally Milwaukee live show at ComedySportz on May 20! Tickets are available at LaughingLiberallyMKE.com
Today on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, Matthew Filipowicz sits down with comedy troupe Broadminded: Melissa Kingston, Anne Graph LaDisa, Stacy Babl and Megan McGee. The five discuss Ron Johnson denying climate change with out-of-context data at a recent U.S. Senate Budget Committee. They also discuss the troupe's upcoming show currently scheduled for September. Check it out!
Today on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, host Matthew Filipowicz welcomes back comedian Marcos Lara. This time, the two talk about Clarence Thomas receiving millions of dollars from Harlan Crow, a real estate developer that sounds like a character from an Elmore Leonard novel. That includes vacations and trips on superyachts. They also talk about Marcos' recent comedy endeavors.
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, Matthew Filipowicz welcomes on comedian Kaitlin McCarthy. The two discuss the recent controversy with the Waukesha School Board banning Miley Cyrus and Dolly Parton's "Rainbowland" from a grade school concert. They also discuss Kaitlin's recent comedy endeavors and how comedy has been treating her as of late.
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, host Matthew Filipowicz welcomes guest Tim Grimes onto the pod. The two discuss Daniel Kelly, the Republican-leaning candidate for Wisconsin Supreme Court. They also discuss Tim's recent comic endeavors, which includes the upcoming live edition of Laughing Liberally Milwaukee on April 15. Check it out!
Today on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, comedian Jason Hillman joins host Matthew Filipowicz. They're talking Marjorie Taylor Greene, who called for a "national divorce" between red and blue states (really.) What could go wrong? Where would Wisconsin wind up? They also discuss Jason's comedic endeavors as of late, including the next Laughing Liberally Milwaukee live show, March 11 at ComedySportz. Check it out!
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, host Matthew Filipowicz welcomes guest comedian Megan Mcgee. The two discuss the upcoming "non-partisan" Wisconsin Supreme Court primary. There's actually a ton at stake, including gerrymandering, abortion law and much more on the line with the election. They also discuss Megan's comedic endeavors, including the sketch group Broadminded. Don't miss it, and be sure to vote!
This time on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, Matthew Filipowicz welcomes comedian Bobby Hill onto the show. The two talk about Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, who used the Stop Woke Act to prevent African American Studies in his state. Oh, and he did it in front of a sign that read "Florida - The Education State" as well. The two also talk about Bobby's latest comedic endeavors, including the next Laughing Liberally Milwaukee live show on February 11. Check it out!
Today on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, comedian Greg Bach joins host Matthew Filipowicz. The two discuss the email from Wisconsin Elections Committee Commissioner Robert Spindell to Republicans, touting that they had successfully supressed voting turnout in Milwaukee's Black and Hispanic populations. They also talk about how comedy is treating Bach, including his upcoming appearance at the next live edition of Laughing Liberally Milwaukee on February 11.
Today on Laughing Liberally, host Matthew Filipowicz welcomes on comedian Jayson Acevedo to the show. The two discuss the Conservative-only dating app The Right Stuff. Yes, this a real thing, no it is not going well. They also discuss what Jayson has been up to comedically, including the next Laughing Liberally Milwaukee live event at ComedySportz this Saturday night (January 7.) Check it out!
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, comedian Josh Fred joins host Matthew Filipowicz. The two discuss the latest with Marjorie Taylor Greene, who spoke at a Young Republicans event in New York, saying that her and Steve Bannon could've organized a better insurrection than the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. They also discuss what Josh is up to comedically. Don't miss it!
You can also catch Josh as part of the next Laughing Liberally Milwaukee event at ComedySportz on January 7.
Today on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, host Matthew Filipowicz is joined by comedian Bob Rok. The two talk about Elon Musk, his takeover of Twitter, his support for Ron DeSantis, and him generally Musking it up all over the place lately. They also discuss what Rok is up to in terms of performing standup, music and sketches.
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, Matthew Filipowicz welcomes on comedian Kristin Lytie to discuss the fallout of the Wisconsin midterm elections. Both are baffled by the split result in the governor and senate races, and both can agree that we'll all be just a little bit angry for the near future. They also discuss Lytie's return to headlining shows and touring. Check it out!
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, Matthew Filipowicz welcomes on Ton Johnson, one of the comedians from the upcoming "RoJo Must Go Show" this weekend at ComedySportz. The two talk about Ron Johnson's pleas to avoid early voting in the upcoming election, as well as Herschel Walker's wild comments. They also talk about the impressive run of shows that Ton has been lately in the world of comedy.
Today on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, Matthew Filipowicz welcomes guest Jen Durbent to the podcast. The two discuss Tim Michels' lowlights of the recent gubernatorial debate, including his stances on abortion, gun laws, and more. He apparently has a thing for mentioning disgruntled exes. They also discuss what Jen has been up to comedically. Don't miss it!
The Laughing Liberally Milwaukee live show returns on Saturday, November 5 at ComedySportz. Find out more about the show at LaughingLiberallyMKE.com
Today on Laughing Liberally, Matthew Filipowicz welcomes friend of the podcast Dana Ehrmann to the show. The two discuss Marjorie Taylor Greene's latest unbelievable political ad, and the message that it ultimately sends. They also discuss how comedy has been treating Dana recently. Don't miss it!
Today on Laughing Liberally, Matthew Filipowicz welcomes comedian Shawn Vasquez back to the show. The two discuss Florida governor Ron DeSantis rallying for Tim Michels, and that Wisconsin could do "everything they've done in Florida." They also discuss the return of the Laughing Liberally live show and what Vasquez has been up to comedically.
Today on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, host Matthew Filipowicz welcomes on comedian Zach Zajac. The two discuss Tim Michels' donations to anti-LGBTQ and anti-contraception organizations, as well as some of the incindiary things he's said about the "liberal media." They also discuss what Zajac has been up to with sketch troupe The Accountants of Homeland Security, as well as the return of the Laughing Liberally Milwaukee live show, set for November 5 at ComedySportz.
Today on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, host Matthew Filipowicz welcomes guest comedian Dina Nina. The two discuss Robin Vos' firing of Michael Gableman, likely due to Gableman's campaigning for Vos' opponent in the Republican primaries. They also discuss Dina Nina's latest developments with Lady Laughs Comedy and the iO Theater in Chicago.
Today on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, Matthew Filipowicz has a special guest with comediean Anja Notanja Sieger. The two talk about the controversy of a Walgreens clerk in Hayward, Wisconsin refusing to sell condoms because of his faith. The conversation also touches on people using faith to refuse others' rights overall, and later talks about what Anja has been up to comedically. Don't miss it!
Today on Laughing Liberally MIlwaukee, host Matthew Filipowicz welcomes on comedian Jasmine Gonzalez. The two talk about how the race for Governor of Wisconsin and the Secretary of State may determine the winner of the 2024 presidential election. They also talk about what Jasmine has been up to from a comedy standpoint and teaching. Check it out!
Today on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, host Matthew Filipowicz welcomes comedian Randy Cochran onto the podcast. The two talk about Frederick Phren, who recently refused to leave his position with the Wisconsin Natural Resources Board, and essentially claimed squatter's rights to stay beyond his elected term. They also talk about his work with sketch group The Accountants of Homeland Security, and what the group has in store.
Today on Laughing Liberally, Matthew Filipowicz is joined by comedian Melissa Kingston. The two talk about the beginnings of the January 6 hearings, as well as Donald Trump's reaction to the hearings via his already-failed social network, Truth Social. They also talk about Melissa's work with her sketch group, Broadminded. Check it out!
Today on Laughing Liberally, host Matthew Filipowicz welcomes comedian Marcos Lara back on the show. The two take a break from the news this week, so that they can talk about conspiracy theorist Alex Jones and his empassioned plea for support to the Roger Stone Defense Fund. They also talk about the strain of producing the regular shows tha Marcos puts together weekly. Check it out!
This time on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, host Matthew Filipowicz welcomes guest comedian Tim Grimes on the show. The two talk about the possibility that Milwaukee could host the 2024 Republican National Convention, which frankly, sounds like it could be a nightmare situation. They also talk about their sketch group, The Accountants of Homeland Security. Don't miss it!
On today's Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, host Matthew Filipowicz welcomes comedian and creator of As Goes Wisconsin, Kristin Brey. The two talk about Michael Gableman's taxpayer-funded investigation that the 2020 presidential election was stolen, and the wild claims that people might be (gasp) Democratic. They also talk about As Goes Wisconsin and where Kristin is taking things with her platform. Check it out!
Today on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, comedian Megan McGee joins host Matthew Filipowicz. The two joke about the recent attempts from the GOP to curb absentee voting, and a lawsuit from the WILL (Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty) against the uses of dropboxes. They also talk about her improv group Broadminded and the return to in-person comedy events. Don't miss it!
Laughing Liberally Milwaukee is back, and host Matthew Filipowicz is joined by comedian Greg Bach. The two break down the controversy at Disney over a same-sex kiss in the upcoming animated film 'Lightyear.' That led to Ben Shapiro's Daily Wire launching DW Kids, and the two comedians discuss the possibilities of right-wing kids programming. We also get an update on what Bach has been up to in terms of his comedy and what's around the bend. Check it out!
On this week's episode of Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, host Matthew Filipowicz welcomes comedian Raegan Niemela to the show. The two discuss the recent redistricting ruling in Wisconsin, and Republican complaints that a grand total of one new district might look a little bit different by the next election. They also discuss Raegan returning to live standup comedy and plans for the future.
This week on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, Matthew Filipowicz welcomes comedian Bobby Hill to the show. The two discuss the recent CPAC conference and the much more controversial America First Political Action Conference. Of course, Marjorie Taylor-Greene was there. They also talk about what Bobby has been up to, and how he's been navigating Covid times.
On this episode of Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, comedian Josh Fred joins Matthew Filipowicz. The two talk about Florida's "Don't Say Gay" bill and the world that Republicans live in, as well as Queer Coded, the LGBTQ comedy news site that he is part of. Check it out!
This time on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, Matthew Filipowicz welcomes on comic Jayson Acevedo. The two talk about Ron Johnson saying "I've never felt it was society's responsibility to take care of other people's children" and then doubling down on it days later. They also talk about doing comedy during Covid times and more.
On this edition of Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, Matthew Filipowicz brings on guest Kaitlin McCarthy to discuss the Wisconsin Republicans' latest efforts to contain the spread of COVID-19... or the complete lackthereof. They also talk about local comedy club The Laughing Tap, which Kaitlin is a co-owner of. Don't miss it!
On this episode of Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, host Matthew Filipowicz welcomes comic Zach Zajac back onto the show. The two discuss Marjorie Taylor Greene's ban from Twitter, as well as what Zajac has been up to comedically since the pandemic first reared it's ugly head.
On this episode of Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, Matthew Filipowicz and guest comedian Kristin Lytie talk about Rebecca Kleefisch and her "proof" that teachers are supporting Critical Race Theory, Moms For Liberty and more.
On this episode of Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, Matthew Filipowicz welcomes guest Bob Rok on the show. The two riff on a new unaccredited university founded by right-wing intellectuals who are sick of "woke culture," as well as Bob's career as a musician as well.
Matthew Filipowicz welcomes comedian Chastity Washington for episode 35 of Laughing Liberally Milwaukee. The two talk about Ron Johnson's proposed changes in running elections, with Washington giving "RoJo" a well-deserved roasting in the process.
This time around on Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, Matthew Filipowicz welcomes guest Jason Hillman. The two discuss Wisconsin Republicans, Robin Vos, and why we can't have nice things. Check out the show!
On this week's episode of Laughing Liberally, host Matthew Filipowicz talks with comedian Jen Durbent. The two talk about the latest developments for Superman's character and family, as well as getting back on stage during the pandemic. Make sure you check it out!
On this episode of Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, comic Dana Ehrmann returns to the show to discuss the latest with host Matthew Filipowicz. The two navigate a power outage, and talk about Republican opposition to LGBTQ+ discussions in schools, Dana's initial gigs after the reopening of comedy clubs and more.
This time on Laughing Liberally, Matthew Filipowicz welcomes back guest Cynthia Marie. The two discuss a bunch of topics, including a new activist reality show, the realities of education and what Cynthia has been up to since her last appearance.
This episode features another returning guest, Milwaukee comic Shawn Vasquez. Host Matthew Filipowicz and Vasquez cover some of the latest controversies in Wisconsin politics, like the Waukesha school district attempting to discontinue federal free lunches, since they claim it was spoiling the children. The two also touch on the re-introduction to comedy in public amid the struggles of COVID-19.
Returning special guest, Ton Johnson, happened to be the first guest of the podcast. This episode features the latest on Wisconsin Republicans opting to use taxpayer money to pay for an investigation into the "stolen" 2020 election and the mystery behind Trump loyalty. Johnson and Matthew Filipowicz also go over comedy in COVID and some upcoming performances with Charlie Berens.
This episode features Randy Cochran from the Accountants of Homeland Security sketch comedy group. Host Matthew Filipowicz and Cochran go over the latest spike from the Delta variant and Missouri's reaction to anti-vaccine sentiment.
This episode features the first returning guest, Dina Nina, of Lady Laughs Comedy. Host Matthew Filipowicz and Dina Nina go over the recent Ron Johnson speech excerpt from an appearance in Wauwatosa regarding the Wisconsin Senator's thoughts on climate change. The two also discuss the return of live comedy events.
This episode features Melissa Kingston from the the sketch comedy group, Broad Minded. Host Matthew Filipowicz and Kingston go over the latest press release from Donald Trump and the Wisconsin Republican response/love letter. The two also go over comedy in a pandemic and the importance in-person laughter.
This episode features comic, Marcos Lara. Host Matthew Filipowicz and Lara go over the latest flurry of garbage from the mouth of Marjorie Taylor Greene on the Steve Bannon show where she accused Dr. Anthony Fauci of being behind the coronavirus conspiracy and more. The two also discuss comedy returning to semi-normal in-person events and how the pandemic has treated them.
This episode features Tim Grimes from the sketch group, The Accountants of Homeland Security. Host Matthew Filipowicz and Grimes go through the Wisconsin lawmaker trying to make singing the National Anthem mandatory before any sporting event hosted at a venue that get money from the state. The two also discuss the state of comedy during COVID-19.
This episode features Ex Fabula executive director and member of comedy troupe "Broadminded," Megan McGee. Host Matthew Filipowicz and McGee go into the recent letter to Gov. Tony Evers from Wisconsin Republicans calling to end federal unemployment and how COVID has affected local comedy.
This episode features writer, producer, comedian and creator of "As Goes Wisconsin," Kristin Brey. Host Matthew Filipowicz and Brey touch on the recent wild court case lost by Wisconsin Republicans because of lame-duck laws they put in place and what comedy in a pandemic.
This episode features Chicago funnyman, Zach Zajac. Host Matthew Filipowicz and Zajac go through Tucker Carlson and some of his latest ridiculous "White Replacement Theory" commentary regarding "diluting white votes."
This episode features voice actor, improviser and owner/artistic director of Improv MKE, Michelle Gilliam. She's been around the improv scene for over 20 years and successfully launched Improv MKE during the pandemic - which now boasts international reach!
Host Matthew Filipowicz and Gilliam go over the recent spike in bills aimed at voter suppression and the overlap of politics and sports. Enjoy!
This episode features comic Josh Fred, who co-founded the parody website, Queer Coded. Host Matthew Filipowicz and Fred go through the latest news from Senator Ron Johnson on the insurrection at the Capitol and touch base on the state of comedy during the pandemic.
This episode features Chicago-based comic, Mary Collie. Host Matthew Filipowicz and Collie go over the recent re-branding of Mr. Potato Head by Hasbro and the Republican cancel culture accusations going along with it. The two also touch on the state of comedy in COVID and social media platforms filling in the gaps for creatives missing a physical audience.
This episode features Milwaukee comic and co-owner of The Laughing Tap, Greg Bach. Host Matthew Filipowicz and Bach go over a recent Ron Johnson quote on the insurrection at the Capitol, pivoting business models in a pandemic and comedy in COVID.
This episode features Green Bay comic, Kristin Lytie. A regular at comedy clubs in Wisconsin, Lytie got her start in the Chicago scene, has performed at several national comedy festivals and opened for big names like Eddie Pepitone. Host Matthew Filipowicz and Lytie go over the ridiculous saga of the new Republican Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene, who is so polluted with conspiracy theories, even Mitch McConnell has condemned her.
This episode features Madison comic, Cal Smith. Host Matthew Filipowicz and Smith go over ex-Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke's warning to those who stormed the Capitol last week, why fascism and satire should never be given a platform and what comedy can mean to those struggling through the pandemic. Enjoy!
This episode features Chicago comic Jayson Acevedo and host Matthew Filipowicz breaking down the latest election-related story of Trump and Georgia's secretary of state. Acevedo also gives his take on comedy during COVID-19 and why some things don't need a Zoom substitute.
This episode features Milwaukee comic Raegan Niemela and host Matthew Filipowicz examining the Wall Street Journal Op-Ed on Dr. Jill Biden by Joseph Epstein. The two discuss staying in your lane in comedy and in life, along with how the pandemic is changing the state of comedy. Enjoy!
In this episode, host Matthew Filipowicz welcomes Milwaukee comic and part owner of The Laughing Tap comedy club, Kaitlin McCarthy, to talk about the latest 2020 Presidential Election recounts, Donald Trump and the state of comedy and business-ownership in a pandemic. Enjoy!
This episode features funny-man and artist, Bob Rok. Host Matthew Filipowicz and Rok go through the latest pieces from the 2020 Presidential Election circus, including the Million MAGA March and finally touch on the differences in the art forms of stand-up comedy and hip-hop. Enjoy!
This episode is a direct response to the election and a play-by-play of the ... interesting events in the early morning hours from President Trump. Host Matthew Filipowicz takes us through some highlights, lowlights and peculiar state behavior from the comfort of his post-election hangover on Wednesday morning.
This episode features writer/comedian Jen Durbent. Host Matthew Filipowicz and Durbent talk about the latest Trump news, the attempted kidnapping of the governor of Michigan and as always, what it's like to do comedy during COVID. Enjoy!
This episode features Madison-based comic Cynthia Marie. Host Matthew Filipowicz and Cynthia Marie discuss Trump's coronavirus diagnosis and Wisconsin COVID-etiquette. Enjoy!
This episode features Madison-based comic Deon Green. Green and host Matthew Filipowicz discuss the current state of the pandemic, comedy in COVID and what brought them to love the art of stand-up comedy so much. Enjoy!
In this episode, Host Matthew Filipowicz and guest Shawn Vasquez recap the Republican National Convention and catch up on comedy in COVID.
This episode features local comedian Jason Hillman. Host Matthew Filipowicz and Hillman discuss the latest news out of the Democratic National Convention "here" in Milwaukee. Enjoy!
This episode features comedian Chastity Washington. Host Matthew Filipowicz and Washington discuss the recent mask mandate from Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers, election-year political climate and comedy as an art form. Enjoy!
This episode features Milwaukee comic, Dana Ehrmann. Host Matthew Filipowicz and Ehrmann discuss the reopening of Disney World and what it's like to be a standup comic during a pandemic. Enjoy!
This episode features founder of Lady Laughs Comedy and Milwaukee stand-up, Dina Nina Martinez. With host Matthew Filipowicz, they discuss voting rights and representation, specifically some new legislation about the people of Washington D.C.
The inaugural episode of Laughing Liberally Milwaukee, sponsored by Shepherd Express, features Milwaukee stand-up comedian, Ton Johnson.
Host Matthew Filipowicz and Johnson talk about MPD Chief Morales's comparison of the treatment of police officers to crucifying Jesus.
Enjoy!
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