Sky Elobar—Big Brayden from the cult comedy The Greasy Strangler—joins The Beard and Dimples for an uncensored look behind one of the strangest movies ever made. Sky reveals what he thought when he first read Jim Hosking and Toby Harvard’s outrageous script, how he landed the role, Don Swayze’s unexpected audition, Michael St. Michaels’ struggle to remember Big Ronnie’s dialogue and Elijah Wood’s reaction while watching them film. He also discusses the uncomfortable prosthetics and greasy suits, Big Ronnie’s unforgettable dance, scenes considered too extreme to shoot, the film’s surprising Sundance success and the original ending featuring Big Brayden and Big Ronnie running naked through downtown Los Angeles.

Sky also takes us inside Jim Hosking’s Ebony and Ivory, including its marathon dialogue, the freezing 45-degree ocean scene that nearly killed his co-star, smoking “doobie woobies” made from green tea and filming in Cornwall, England. He explains how Renegades helped launch Hosking’s Sundance journey, how his own new psychological feature grew from a short film and how Greasy Strangler fans—including Deadmau5 and a TCU football player—helped make it happen. The conversation also covers Sky’s music career with Seventh House, opening for Dave Matthews Band and Bob Seger, recording with a German metal band, signing with Phil Anselmo’s Housecore Records, getting naked on Conan, joining SAG and appearing in commercials with Bill Hader, Sarah McLachlan and LeBron James—plus the September 18 Ebony and Ivory screening at the Rivoli Theatre in La Crosse, Wisconsin.

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Comedian and screenwriter Greg Roque joins The Beard and Dimples to reveal the full story behind the viral Roast Battle clip in which he relentlessly roasted Tony Hinchcliffe. Greg explains why their history became personal, whether he would still go after Tony today and why he considers himself one of the comedy “punk pioneers” who criticized Tony before it was cool.

Greg also discusses his Black List-recognized Jerry Springer screenplay, the influence Steve Martin had on his education, his massive physical-media collection, watching more than 1,000 movies in one year, becoming a quadriplegic after a spinal-cord injury at 14, fatherhood and his newly recorded comedy special, Invalid Invalid.

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Everlee Wihongi returned to the United States through LAX after a family trip to New Zealand and was detained by ICE over a 2012 marijuana conviction involving less than two grams. What she believed would be a brief delay for paperwork became 73 days inside immigration detention facilities in California, Texas and Arizona. Everlee tells The Beard and Dimples how she was separated from her family, pressured to sign a document she wasn’t allowed to read, transported in belly chains and shackles, and denied food and privacy. She also describes detention-center failures that repeatedly kept her from scheduled court hearings.

Everlee explains how a dishonest former lawyer contributed to her immigration nightmare, what happened when her Wisconsin conviction was vacated and why ICE released her without her passport, Green Card or official release papers. She discusses rebuilding her life as a robotic technician, the emotional impact of detention and why she continues telling her story for friends who remain trapped in the immigration system—including a woman reportedly detained for a year while legally recorded as dead in Bulgaria. This is Everlee Wihongi’s firsthand account of ICE detention, immigration court failures and the people still waiting for help.

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Matt Noveskey of Blue October joins Cocktails with Dimples and The Beard to talk about the 20th anniversary of Foiled and what it’s like revisiting one of the band’s biggest albums two decades later. Matt shares which songs had to be relearned, why playing Foiled front to back has been such a different experience for the band and fans, and how rehearsing “Let It Go” revealed that he’d been counting the same part wrong for years. We also get into Blue October’s massive 70-show North American tour, the appeal of full-album anniversary concerts, deep cuts fans have waited years to hear, the future of Blue October, and why Matt believes live music is at its best when bands leave room for mistakes, spontaneity and the human element instead of relying too heavily on backing tracks.

Matt also takes us back to his early days learning bass by rewinding cassette tapes of Red Hot Chili Peppers, Rush and Primus, recording songs off the radio and surviving DJs talking over the intros. He opens up about reconnecting with his old Michigan bandmates after more than 25 years to form Disastronaut, their song “Midwest Love Song,” an unreleased track called “Torture,” and the possibility of finally playing shows together. Plus, we talk about his kids’ musical talents, the latest on Icarus Bell, life on the road, memorable tour-bus stories, and—because we couldn’t help ourselves—a little Lions, Bears and Packers talk along the way.

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Ethical adult filmmaker Inka Winter joins The Beard and Dimples to explain how she creates adult films women actually want. The founder of ForPlay Films breaks down the difference between ethical, feminist and female-friendly pornography, why mainstream adult films didn’t work for her, and how consent, authentic pleasure, emotional connection and performer collaboration shape every scene she directs.

Inka also shares her remarkable journey from growing up in Austria’s Friedrichshof cult to studying economics, fashion and costume design before entering adult filmmaking. She takes us behind the scenes of her *Bridgerton*-inspired production *Ashford Manor*, reveals what it takes to organize an orgy, explains why men shouldn’t compete with vibrators, and discusses sex education, psychedelic trip sitting, laughter during sex—and bringing her own bread to the AVN Awards.

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Comedian Liz Zagone joins The Beard and Dimples for a funny, unfiltered conversation about building a stand-up career from scratch, beginning with the unexpected text from her little brother that pushed her toward her first class at Second City. Liz talks about turning nearly two decades of bartending in Chicago and West Hollywood into comedy, creating her debut stand-up special Sick Little Freak and watching it surpass 100,000 views on YouTube. She also shares stories about winning a refrigerator on The Price Is Right, appearing on Comics Unleashed, growing up around her family’s Halloween-mask business, serving celebrities in Los Angeles and filming her bizarre dead-mom role for a Dhar Mann video—including what she says was an unexpected off-script kiss.

Liz also takes us behind the scenes of Womb Room, the comedy pilot she co-created, produced and starred in before premiering it at SeriesFest, with stories involving yoni steaming, strategically edited nudity and plans to transform the project into a vertical comedy series. Then the conversation goes deeper as Liz explains how repeated ayahuasca ceremonies—some shared with her sister and father—helped her build self-worth, process grief and become more confident in both life and comedy. From worrying that healing might cost her comedic edge to realizing that something only needs to be funny to her, this episode of Cocktails with Dimples and The Beard reveals exactly who Liz Zagone is: a comedian, writer, actor, producer, bartender and self-described sick little freak.

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Milwaukee comedian Justin Leon joins The Beard and Dimples ahead of his August 7th and 8th shows at The Laughing Tap, and the interview immediately turns into a full-scale roast. The Kansas City native looks back at getting his first laugh at six, being one of three Black students cast as thugs in a Lutheran school play, performing twenty minutes his first time onstage, and finding stand-up at Stanford and Sons. He also resurrects the poem that once crushed at an open mic—“Bitch, You Made My Nuts Itch”—which somehow prompts Dimples to confess that he once ignored a friend’s explicit warning about crabs.

Justin also opens up about marriage, fatherhood, moving to Wisconsin, and losing his stepfather and biological father within 24 hours. From his hemp-farm experience and Kansas City barbecue standards to a suspicious “watermelon” code word, a Wisconsin intervention, and a heated Michael Jordan vs. LeBron James debate, nothing stays serious for long. Along the way, Justin turns Dimples’ divorce and massive DVD collection into an impromptu therapy session—and earns the episode title: The Magical Negro.

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Comedian Luke Binkow joins The Beard and Dimples to talk about becoming a recurring guest on Bobby Lee’s TigerBelly—and the Comedy Store parking-lot accident that left him caught between his managers, a damaged car and Bobby demanding to know who ratted. Luke explains how his relationship with Bobby led to the opportunity, what it’s like joining a podcast with a fiercely loyal audience and why working alongside Thomas Lennon immediately made him question whether he was prepared. He also shares the chaotic process of becoming a Comedy Store door guy, winning Set of the Night six times and competing against Mikey McDonald for what they assumed was the only available “white guy spot.”

Luke also traces his path from California stoner and aspiring filmmaker to studying directing at Chapman University, taking an online stand-up class during COVID and performing his first open mic at Flappers before months of bombing in Orange County bars. The conversation covers Roast Battle, his joke-writing process, turning failed stand-up premises into sketches with This Place Is Huge, writing a pilot with fellow comedian Joey Cerone, developing a short film and imagining a comedy special filmed entirely inside a car. Luke also defends the Filet-O-Fish, shares his Waymo adventures, explains why he would rather doomscroll than watch a mediocre television series and talks about his comedy influences, dating a non-comedian and the night he hid under a table during a horror movie before calling his mom to take him home.

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Comedian and impressionist Leah Knauer joins Cocktails with Dimples & The Beard for a hilarious, unpredictable conversation about stand-up comedy, celebrity impressions, social media and the persistence it takes to build a career in entertainment. Leah breaks out spot-on impressions of Jennifer Coolidge, Joan Rivers, Drew Barrymore and more, talks about her experience on Kill Tony, explains how she develops new characters and shares the Kevin Smith story that changed the way she thinks about chasing opportunities.

Leah also opens up about rehab, manifestation, internet trolls, editing comedy content and the strange path that led her to performing professionally. From brutally funny impressions to honest stories about failure, confidence and refusing to give up, this episode shows exactly why Leah Knauer can walk into a room as herself—and leave sounding like almost anyone else.

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A Florida vacation takes a bizarre turn when a 23-year-old man allegedly makes headlines for one of the strangest crimes we've ever heard. From that unbelievable Florida Man story, we spiral into bodycam videos, public bathroom etiquette, crying over animal reunion videos at work, the great oral vs. anal debate, Joey Chestnut's latest hot dog eating championship, a 59-year-old Wisconsin woman swimming across Lake Winnebago, a missing giraffe in Texas, a man trying to steal a medical helicopter, and all the ridiculous tangents you've come to expect from Cocktails with Dimples and The Beard.

If you enjoy weird news, outrageous comedy, unfiltered conversations, Florida Man stories, Wisconsin humor, bizarre true crime, comedy podcasts, and two friends making each other laugh while chasing one ridiculous topic after another, this episode is for you.

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Comedian Gracie Canaan joins Cocktails with Dimples and The Beard for one of our most fascinating conversations yet. From comedy and filmmaking to her background as a dancer and creator on OnlyFans, Gracie opens up about the many layers of her life and career. We dive into the psychology behind dancing, what it taught her about reading people, and why she believes dancers become “emotional athletes.” The conversation gets hilarious fast as Gracie breaks down male psychology, dating, relationships, and which host would’ve been the easier target in a strip club.

We also talk about Gracie’s short film Booties, including how it was directed by Milana Vayntrub, along with her OnlyFantasy audio series, mental health, creative obsession, social media brain rot, and the strange ways people connect in a hyper-online world. Funny, insightful, and completely unpredictable, this episode explores comedy, creator culture, filmmaking, storytelling, and the chaos of modern life in a way only Gracie can. Grab a drink and enjoy Episode 282 of Cocktails with Dimples and The Beard. 🍸

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On this episode of Cocktails with Dimples and The Beard, we sit down with Wisconsin comedian Abe Auer for a hilarious and surprisingly heartfelt conversation about stand-up comedy, roasting small towns, and building a career in comedy. Abe shares how his now-viral Menasha jokes first started at Skyline Comedy Club, why local comedy clips have exploded on Facebook, and how roasting Wisconsin towns became one of his most recognizable bits. We also dive into Abe’s journey from getting cold feet at a middle school talent show to performing at major comedy clubs, opening for comics like Dusty Slay, Zoltan Kaszas, and Dustin Nickerson, and learning what it takes to move up in the stand-up world.

The conversation also takes a meaningful turn as Abe shares the story behind his New London flood relief fundraiser, how Charlie Berens got involved, and how the local community came together in a major way after devastating flooding. This episode has everything—comedy, chaos, Wisconsin roasting, behind-the-scenes stand-up stories, and a genuinely inspiring look at using comedy to give back.

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On this episode of Cocktails with Dimples and The Beard, we sit down backstage at High Noon Saloon with American Idol standout Genevieve Heyward for an honest conversation about what life has really been like after American Idol. Genevieve opens up about the emotional highs and lows of competing on one of the biggest music shows in the world, dealing with internet criticism, navigating social media pressure, and adjusting to life once the cameras stop rolling. She shares what surprised her most about the experience, how American Idol changed her career, and why life after reality TV is far more complicated than most people realize.

We also dive into Genevieve’s move to Nashville, touring with her band, songwriting, and recording new music. From the truth behind becoming “Pickle Girl” to the emotional story of a surprise visit from her best friend during one of her toughest stretches, this episode offers a raw and personal look at the artist behind the music. If you’re a fan of Genevieve Heyward, American Idol, or behind-the-scenes conversations with rising artists, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

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Comedy Store door guy and Employee of the Year Joey Cerone joins Cocktails with Dimples and The Beard to talk stand-up comedy, life behind the scenes at the world-famous Comedy Store, moving from Indiana to Los Angeles, celebrity encounters, Don Barris, Bobby Lee, Ron Funches, and what it takes to survive in comedy. Joey shares stories about becoming the Comedy Store's "Head Door Guy," working alongside some of the biggest names in stand-up, and the unexpected path that led him from the Midwest to one of the most legendary comedy clubs in the world.

Along the way, we discuss vegetarianism, fake journalism assignments, Midwest culture, Jimmy Garoppolo being distractingly handsome, and why a beerless shower is basically a chore. If you're a fan of stand-up comedy, The Comedy Store, comedian interviews, behind-the-scenes comedy stories, and hilarious conversations that go completely off the rails, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

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DISCLAIMER: We experienced a severe audio/video lag while recording this episode with comedian Jackson Banks. Unfortunately, it prevented us from getting into the rhythm we normally have with our guests, and you'll occasionally notice Jackson's lips not matching his voice. The connection issues ultimately forced us to end the recording early, which is why the episode cuts off abruptly. We considered not releasing it, but Jackson was too funny not to share.

Jackson Banks is a rising stand-up comedian and newly minted Comedy Store regular whose unpredictable style had us tracking him down after seeing him perform. On this episode, we talk about his journey from Utah comedy clubs to The Comedy Store, why he enjoys pushing audiences out of their comfort zones, the challenges of stand-up writing, his upcoming special Brain Kisser, and why there's always one appalled white woman in every crowd. Along the way, we somehow end up discussing Wisconsin, freak-show dating preferences, tongue-size theories, and everything else you'd expect from a conversation that completely goes off the rails.

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A man pretended to have Down syndrome so he could get three nurses to bathe him. That's not a joke, that's an actual story we came across — and it immediately turned into one of the most ridiculous debates we've ever had. Was it wrong? Was it diabolical? Was it somehow genius? We honestly couldn't agree.

From there, the conversation goes completely off the rails. We get into the world's most questionable pickup strategy, debate whether orcas are secretly running the planet, talk Dave Matthews, Keanu Reeves, the Home Alone house, and a bunch of other topics that probably shouldn't be connected in the same episode. If you like chaotic conversations, terrible ideas, and two idiots overanalyzing things nobody should be overanalyzing, this one's for you.

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Bobby Lee kisses. Pauly Shore hugs. Don Barris tickles. Somehow that was only PART of our trip to The Comedy Store in Los Angeles. We spent three straight nights inside one of the most legendary comedy clubs in the world — watching comics like Bobby Lee, Ali Wong, Don Barris, Jeff Ross, Pauly Shore, Howie Mandel, David Spade, Dane Cook and more absolutely destroy on stage while we somehow kept getting pulled deeper into the chaos ourselves. From celebrity encounters and Comedy Store insanity to drunk late-night podcasting and complete chaos, this trip turned into one of the wildest experiences we’ve ever had.

We also talk about watching comedians build material in real time, why Don Barris became one of our favorite parts of the trip, how Howie Mandel thought The Beard threw up during a set, and what happened after we got back to our hotel and tried recording a podcast at 4AM completely exhausted and over-served. If you love stand-up comedy, Comedy Store stories, comedy podcasts, and completely unfiltered conversations, this episode is for you.

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Midwest Meg joins us for one of the most Wisconsin episodes we’ve ever done — and things go off the rails fast. What starts with Midwest accents, supper clubs, dive bars, cheese curds, and how she accidentally became one of the biggest Midwest content creators online slowly turns into drunk bar stories, dirty business names, social media chaos, and a story that completely destroys her wholesome image. We also dive into Wisconsin culture, Milwaukee nightlife, recording content in her car, going viral on TikTok and Instagram, and the surprising moment she ended up interviewing Hugh Jackman in Milwaukee.

But underneath all the chaos, this episode also gets surprisingly real. Midwest Meg opens up about mental health, depression, dealing with hate comments online, and why she refuses to pretend life is perfect on social media. It’s funny, awkward, ridiculously Midwest, and somehow weirdly heartfelt all at the same time.

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After hanging out at The Comedy Store all night and waiting out a police standoff at our hotel until nearly 4 a.m., we somehow ended up back in our room with comedians Josh Potter and Nelya Linnik recording one of the most chaotic episodes of Cocktails with Dimples & The Beard we’ve ever done. Running on almost no sleep, the conversation immediately spirals into trauma bonding, growing up in Ukraine, moving to America, Comedy Store stories, weed tests, Glenn Campbell, Alzheimer’s, cremation, onion farms, Boy George, and the ongoing debate over whether “brick” means penis.

The production quality may not be up to our normal standards — we accidentally forgot to turn on the good mics — but there was no way we weren’t sharing this episode. It’s loud, messy, sleep-deprived, completely unfiltered, and honestly feels less like a podcast and more like sitting in a hotel room with a group of exhausted comics slowly losing their minds together. If you enjoy late-night comedy conversations, chaotic podcast energy, stand-up stories, and the kind of conversations that could only happen at 4 a.m. in Hollywood, this episode is absolutely for you.

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This week we’re joined by comedian and horror expert Katie Hettenbach, and yeah… she absolutely unloads on Scream 7. What starts as a simple question turns into a full breakdown of what went wrong — from pacing and missing story beats to why it doesn’t feel like a real Scream movie at all. We get into horror franchises, why some sequels hit and others completely fall apart, and how modern horror is evolving (or not).

From there, it goes exactly where you’d expect with us — comedy store stories, bombing in LA vs Midwest crowds, watching movies high (including some truly questionable choices), Scooby-Doo nostalgia, and somehow claw machine strategy. It’s part horror deep dive, part chaos — mix comedians, strong opinions, zero structure, and a few cocktails — and see what happens.

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