Comics Take on the News

Comics Take on the News and all things B(ee) - PART 2

This is the second 1/2 of an episode that aired live in April 2026, and the episode features: Amir Kat (@ohamirkat [https://www.instagram.com/ohamirkat/]): Amir Kat is an absurdist comedian who relies on silent tension like rope to keep you tied to your seat. This Portland-based part-time mime is down to clown and flirt with dirt Annie Weeks (@annieweeksjokes [https://www.instagram.com/annieweeksjokes/]): Annie hosts a stand up showcase the 3rd Saturday of every month at Bside Records called Between the Grooves as well as an annual storytelling and music event called the Tails of Terror. Sabrena Contretas (@sabslaughsalot [https://www.instagram.com/sabslaughsalot/]): Known entity in Portland

Comics Take on the News and all things B(ee) - PART 1

This is the first 1/2 of an episode that aired live in April 2026, and the episode features: Amir Kat (@ohamirkat [https://www.instagram.com/ohamirkat/]): Amir Kat is an absurdist comedian who relies on silent tension like rope to keep you tied to your seat. This Portland-based part-time mime is down to clown and flirt with dirt Annie Weeks (@annieweeksjokes [https://www.instagram.com/annieweeksjokes/]): Annie hosts a stand up showcase the 3rd Saturday of every month at Bside Records called Between the Grooves as well as an annual storytelling and music event called the Tails of Terror. Sabrena Contretas (@sabslaughsalot [https://www.instagram.com/sabslaughsalot/]): Known entity in Portland

Comics Take on the News. Live from Podfort

This is a special episode of Comics Take where PNW comedians breakdown in front of a live audience as part of Podfort as part of Treefort. Cimberly is let out of the airroom! Comedians on this panel include: Timmy Booth (@AdultTimmyB [https://www.instagram.com/adulttimmyb/] ): Timmy Booth lives in Seattle where he brought home a Pacific-Northwest-best third place in the 2022 Seattle International Comedy Competition. He's been featured on Cut, The New Yorker, and The CBC. Steve Hofstetter called him a "hilarious weirdo." He brought his show Timmy Booth's Manhole to the 2024 Edinburgh Fringe Festival. The Wee Review called it "a ramshackle hour of messy goodness that won't soon be forgotten." LJ Sullivan (@ThatF_ckingguyLJ [https://www.instagram.com/thatf_ckingguylj/])): Lj sullivan started comedy at 18 in his family’s small town bar in Boise Idaho and since he then rose to be one of the Northwest’s youngest headliners. He’s a regular at comedy festivals in Portland and Boise. He’s shared the stage with Boise comedy hero’s like Emma Arnold, Road legends like Mo Alexander, rising stars like Casey Rocket, and the hilarious Geoff Tate. They all say he’s got the stuff! but why don’t you come decide for yourself? If you decide you need more of his hilarity listen to his podcasts available on Spotify; He has a podcast of his own ThatF*ckingPodcast, and one with his friends, Whatcha Kickin Around. He is one half of the “Cause we can” comedy production team currently producing a weekly open mic at Liquid Laughs underground a showcase in the same location the first Saturday of every month. Cimberly Nickell (@DudeWheresMyMic [https://www.instagram.com/dudewheresmymic/]): Listeners know here as Comics Take on the News sound engineer and funniest person.

Comics Take on the News in search of a car - PART 2

This is the second half of an episode that aired March 23, 2026. Comedians joining the panel this month are Andrea Joseph (@AndreaDJoseph [https://www.instagram.com/andreadjoseph/]): Andrea Joseph, (Oxygen, Damon Dash Studios, Freeform). Currently based out Portland, OR, Andrea Joseph got her start by performing and producing shows in Los Angeles’ World famous Comedy Store. Andrea would go on to perform in theaters and clubs throughout the country. Andrea shares her unique perspective as a biracial, dyslexic only child with a knack for overthinking and over sharing with a hilarious and relatable touch. Jaren George (@jaren.george) [https://www.instagram.com/jaren.george/]: Hailing from the bustling streets of New York City and now living in Portland, OR, Jaren George brings a fresh and dynamic energy to the stage. With his trademark blend of energetic storytelling and clever wit, Jaren keeps audiences on the edge of their seats, hanging onto every word. Having shared the stage with comedy heavyweights like Joe Pera, Chris Gethard, and Gary Gulman, Jaren's comedic chops are undeniable. Recognized as one of Willamette Week’s Funniest Five Comedians in Portland and a genius of comedy by Portland Mercury, Jaren's star is on the rise. Plus, catch him on the hit HULU show Shrill – even your cat adores him! Mx. Dahlia Belle (@mx.dahliabelle [https://www.instagram.com/mx.dahliabelle/]) - Mx. Dahlia Belle's comedy has been compared to a Swiss Army knife - different tools to extract sharpness, softness, vulnerability, hope, and wicked wit. She's been declared one of "11 Trans Comedians... Funnier Than Dave Chappelle" by Out Magazine and the funniest of Willamette Week's Funniest Five. In addition to having written for Cosmopolitan Magazine, The Guardian, The Stranger, and Portland Mercury, she has been a repeat guest on NPR, CBC, XRAY FM, and Portland Radio Project (PRP). Live performances have included NW Black Comedy Festival, Upper Left Comedy Festival, Hannah Gadsby's "Gender Agenda" on Netflix, and an awkward conversation with John Waters and Piers Morgan.

Comics Take on the News in search of a car - PART 1

This is the first half of an episode that aired March 23, 2026. Comedians joining the panel this month are Andrea Joseph (@AndreaDJoseph [https://www.instagram.com/andreadjoseph/]): Andrea Joseph, (Oxygen, Damon Dash Studios, Freeform). Currently based out Portland, OR, Andrea Joseph got her start by performing and producing shows in Los Angeles’ World famous Comedy Store. Andrea would go on to perform in theaters and clubs throughout the country. Andrea shares her unique perspective as a biracial, dyslexic only child with a knack for overthinking and over sharing with a hilarious and relatable touch. Jaren George (@jaren.george) [https://www.instagram.com/jaren.george/]: Hailing from the bustling streets of New York City and now living in Portland, OR, Jaren George brings a fresh and dynamic energy to the stage. With his trademark blend of energetic storytelling and clever wit, Jaren keeps audiences on the edge of their seats, hanging onto every word. Having shared the stage with comedy heavyweights like Joe Pera, Chris Gethard, and Gary Gulman, Jaren's comedic chops are undeniable. Recognized as one of Willamette Week’s Funniest Five Comedians in Portland and a genius of comedy by Portland Mercury, Jaren's star is on the rise. Plus, catch him on the hit HULU show Shrill – even your cat adores him! Mx. Dahlia Belle (@mx.dahliabelle [https://www.instagram.com/mx.dahliabelle/]) - Mx. Dahlia Belle's comedy has been compared to a Swiss Army knife - different tools to extract sharpness, softness, vulnerability, hope, and wicked wit. She's been declared one of "11 Trans Comedians... Funnier Than Dave Chappelle" by Out Magazine and the funniest of Willamette Week's Funniest Five. In addition to having written for Cosmopolitan Magazine, The Guardian, The Stranger, and Portland Mercury, she has been a repeat guest on NPR, CBC, XRAY FM, and Portland Radio Project (PRP). Live performances have included NW Black Comedy Festival, Upper Left Comedy Festival, Hannah Gadsby's "Gender Agenda" on Netflix, and an awkward conversation with John Waters and Piers Morgan.