Stand-up comedy can be a wild ride filled with amazing highs, dirtiest lows, and unpredictable curves, all leading to unique stories to share with others.
On Burning The Light podcast, Arijana Ramic and Elliott GB bring on notable comedians and comedic figures to share their wildest, cringiest, and most salacious stories from their time in comedy.
Arijana Ramic: Arijana Ramic is a charming but devious stand-up comedian and writer from Seattle, WA. You can now find her taking the LA scene by storm and even working as a “door guy at the Comedy Store.” Arijana can sweetly navigate dark topics like growing up with Bosnian immigrant parents, identifying as Type A, and sadness, all with a smile. Arijana has opened for Chris Redd, Jenny Zigrino, and Jesus Trejo. She has performed in competitions and festivals, including The Seattle International Comedy Competition (2019), and Madison Comedy Week (2021), and was among Best of the Fest at the Burbank Comedy Festival (2022). You may have read her satirical musings on sites like Flexx Mag, Slackjaw, or THE FOREIGNER, of which she is the Founder & Editor. She also directs, produces, and performs in digital sketch groups like “Aisha & Arijana” and “Diverse Group of Friends.” Or, you might recognize her voice from her podcast, Burning the Light. She once overheard a headliner she was working with describe her comedy as “spicy,” which accounts for 92% of her ego.
Elliott GB: Elliott GB is a stand-up comedian, writer, and podcaster, gaining acclaim in Los Angeles since relocating from Madison, WI, by way of Seattle. elliott knits unforgettable material from his unique experiences and relatable observations – his quick wit and light-hearted snark make him shine in every show. Elliott cut his teeth, opening for comedians including Beth Stelling, Chris Distefano, and Sam Jay at Madison’s Comedy on State, and playing professionally with Atlas Improv Co. These days, you can find him regularly performing all around the country, as well as Europe. he was selected among hundreds of hopefuls for the 2018 Seattle International Comedy Competition, as well as the 2017 Devil Cup Festival in New York City. If you’re more of an indoor cat, you can find Elliott’s writing in the New Yorker and Flexx magazine.
Tune in to hear stories about intense hecklers, unhinged bookers, those weird road gig hotel rooms, and even audacious chuckle-fuckers.
This episode of BTL features stand-up comedian Whitmer Thomas to discuss his broken wrist, getting kidnapped, and a Blink-182 surprise.
Checkout previous episode of Burning The Light featuring Beth Stelling, Morgan Jay, Dana Moon, Andrew Orolfo, and many more HERE
