The Art of Bombing: A Comedy Podcast
In the Art of Bombing podcast, comedians talk about comedy and how it does not always go as planned. Hosts Dan Bublitz Jr & Larry Smith talk to comedians about their worst performances and give tips on what to do and NOT to do when performing and how to cope with failure. Whether you are an aspiring comedian or a comedy nerd, The Art of Bombing has something for everyone! Ranked in the top 100 on Apple Podcast Comedy charts and top 50 on Good Pod's Stand-Up Comedy podcast charts, the Art of Bombing is available wherever you get your podcasts.
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- Update frequency
- every 4 days
- Average duration
- 59 minutes
- Episodes
- 274
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2025
Dan and Larry - After Prom? More Like After Bomb!
It’s the season finale, and what better way to wrap it up than with Dan and Larry talking about the comedy nightmare that is the after-prom! Is it a rite of passage or a special torture you should sa…
00:35:03 |
Tue 08 Jul 2025
Between Bombs Ep 312 Callbacks - Why Are There so Many Of Me?
In this Between Bombs: Callbacks episode, Dan and Larry revisit their chat with the hilarious Jim Tews from Episode 312! They dive into the strange experience of hearing other comics who sound just l…
00:28:33 |
Thu 03 Jul 2025
JIm Tews (Just For Laughs) - Just Another Day at the Office
Jim Tews has spent more than half his life on stage making people laugh. From being inspired by Dave Attell’s “Insomniac” to his first days doing comedy in a strip mall sports bar, Jim knew he had to…
00:41:29 |
Tue 01 Jul 2025
Between Bombs Ep 311 Callbacks - Your Persona
What makes a joke work—and what do you do when it doesn’t? In this episode of the Art of Bombing Between Bombs: Callbacks, Dan and Larry call back episode 311 with Kimberly Koester! They break down j…
00:32:52 |
Thu 26 Jun 2025
Kimberly Koester (Kill Tony) - A Lil Kill Tony Bump
Kimberly Koester is a comic with a unique perspective—one she works at! She discusses her “Killy Tony Bump,” the Mothership open mic, the importance of forced networking, and how important the book “…
00:38:19 |
Tue 24 Jun 2025
Between Bombs Ep 310 Callbacks - Quality Over Quantity
In this episode of the Art of Bombing Between Bombs: Callbacks, Dan and Larry call back episode 310 with Clay Foley! They drop truth bombs (and punchlines) about marketing smarter, not harder. Dan an…
00:31:59 |
Thu 19 Jun 2025
Clay Foley (Comedy to the Rescue) - No Time To Waste
Dan sits down with Clay Foley, ex-animal cruelty investigator, current standup comic, and creator of “Comedy to the Rescue,” a charity organization that helps animal shelters across the country raise…
00:40:00 |
Tue 17 Jun 2025
Between Bombs Ep 309 Callbacks - Leading with Curiosity
In this episode of the Art of Bombing Between Bombs: Callbacks, Dan and Larry call back episode 309 with New Zealand comedian Taylor Ruddle! They explore the power of leading with curiosity, especial…
00:24:06 |
Thu 12 Jun 2025
Taylor Ruddle (New Zealand Comedy Guild) - Vexed by the Judy Garland Special
New Zealand comedian Taylor Ruddle educates Dan on slang terms, the differences between American and New Zealand standup comedy, and maybe why pain pills, booze, and comedy don’t mix! They also have …
00:45:15 |
Tue 10 Jun 2025
Between Bombs Ep 308 Callbacks - What's In the Contract?
In this explosive Between Bombs Callbacks episode, Dan and Larry call back episode 308 with Lynn Harris to blow the lid off one of comedy’s most important tools: the performance contract! From lockin…
00:35:38 |
Thu 29 May 2025
Lynn Harris (Gold Comedy) - The Love of a Reasonable Bedtime
Lynn Harris has been either in standup comedy or has been comedy adjacent for most of her life. From lessons she learned in Boston and New York from Wanda Sykes (well, Wanda Sykes adjacent), to night…
00:35:59 |
Tue 27 May 2025
Between Bombs Ep 307 Callbacks - It's Okay To Say No!
In this hilarious and insightful Between Bombs episode, Dan and Larry revisit episode 307 with Morgan Gallo to dive deeper into the unexpected truth that someone is always listening when you talk. Th…
00:34:03 |
Thu 22 May 2025
Morgan Gallo (High Plains Comedy Festival) - Et Tu Shrek?
Is this an emotional roller coaster! Morgan related the tale of being asked to do a set at a female empowerment festival headlined by that famous female band…Smashmouth? It’s a story about how you ca…
00:44:29 |
Tue 20 May 2025
Between Bombs Ep 306 Callbacks - Don't Do Bringer Shows!
In this Between Bombs Callbacks episode, Dan and Larry revisit the wild ride of Episode 306 with Shanna Christmas! They dig into the dark side of bringer shows and how they give comics a false sense …
00:25:09 |
Thu 15 May 2025
Shanna Christmas (Comedy Dynamics) - Naked Shock Collar Comedy
Buckle up—this episode is packed and stacked with insights you won’t want to miss! Shanna and Dan dive into the surprising danger of crushing it early in your comedy career, and the gut-punch of bomb…
00:42:36 |
Tue 13 May 2025
Between Bombs Ep 305 Callbacks: The Art of Clowning
In this lively “Between Bombs” episode, Dan and Larry dig deeper into the art of clowning—yes, there is an art to it—and why it’s more than just red noses and floppy shoes. They explore how comedians…
00:27:40 |
Thu 08 May 2025
Katie Bowman (High Plains Comedy Festival) - Screaming Into the Void
In this episode, Dan chats with Denver-based comedian and artist Katie about the ups and downs of producing shows, embracing creativity, and recognizing the value of your talent. They also dive into …
00:48:28 |
Tue 06 May 2025
Between Bombs Ep 304 Callbacks
In this episode of Between Bombs, Dan and Larry look back at their chat with Jeremy Alder from Episode 304. They swap stories about why you should always get the full scoop before saying yes to a sho…
00:25:13 |
Thu 01 May 2025
Jeremy Alder (Dry Bar Comedy) - Comedy: The Divorced Guy Activity
Jeremy and Dan sit down for a fun conversation about the importance of finding your people in comedy. They dig into Jeremy’s surprising path from life as a preacher to chasing laughs onstage. Plus, t…
00:41:20 |
Tue 29 Apr 2025
Between Bombs Ep 303 Callbacks
In an all-new episode of Between Bombs, Dan and Larry call back episode 303 with Bailey Pope. They talk about festival submissions, shaking off bad sets, not dwelling on sets (good or bad), and more!
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00:25:49 |
Thu 17 Apr 2025
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