It is a unique podcast where the thoughts and laughter of the evening come with its own brand of SHENK.
Comedian Sara Weinshenk interviews comedians, musicians & artists living in Southern California as part of her exclusive podcast entitled Shenk. Along with high-profile celebrity guests, the podcast discusses various current topics, including fashion, cannabis, entertainment, social issues, and comedy.
Sara Weinshenk: Sara Weinshenk is an LA-based comedian, writer, and podcaster. Since starting stand-up in 2010, she has made many loyal fans from her stand-up, as well as her podcast, SHENK. Weinshenk can be seen on her digital series on Comedy Central, Shenks For Smoking and has appeared on Deathsquad podcasts, JRE, GAS DIGITAL, and Lights Out With David Spade on Comedy Central.
In this latest episode of SHENK, host Sara Weinshenk sits down with comedian George Perez to dive deep into his unique journey from life in prison to the comedy stage. George shares his wild stories from behind bars, his transition into stand-up, and how comedy helped him rebuild his life after prison. From prison survival tips to the grind of making it in the comedy world, Sara and George keep it real, raw, and hilarious. Don’t miss this unforgettable conversation backstage at The Comedy Store in Hollywood!
Evolving Hollywood.com calls George Perez “the freshest face in comedy with a comedic range that can compete with the best of them.” (2014). George uses his own life experiences as his anecdote to every joke. His poise and familiarity with growing up in the streets becoming a young father and tearing down every stereotype has evolved George as a fresh comic making light of his tragedies and growth. It also allows the audience to relate to him on multiple levels; allowing him to cross over with all audiences through original storytelling and authenticity.
George Perez has appeared on numerous television shows such as Comedy Central SHOWTIME PAYASO COMEDY SLAM LATV Live Loco Comedy Jam Mind of Mencia Master P’s Black Superman and starred in three episodes of MTV’s Yo Momma where he got to use his sly wit and quick thinking to win his episode. After working with Wilmer Valderama he was asked to return for the Best of LA episode as a final competitor with MTV’s highest ratings. Other appearances include Fox’s Laugh TV and the anticipated comedy film entitled “Taco Shop” from the Producers of Selena.
Checkout previous episodes of SHENK podcast with Sara Weinshenk featuring Josh Potter, Ali Kobert, Gabby Lamb, Madison Sinclair, Kim Congdon, Shapel Lacey, and more right now HERE
