What’s Goin’ On Podcast

022: Nate Wright - The Man, The Myth, The Mutton Chops

🎙️ What’s Goin’ On Podcast | Nate Wright – The Man, The Myth, The Mutton Chops In this episode, Caleb White sits down with comedian Nate Wright to talk about what it takes to build a local comedy scene, produce successful shows, and balance a creative life both on and off the stage. Nate is the producer of the Upper Crust Comedy Series at Rock Hill Bakehouse & Cafe, and also works at Comedy Works in Saratoga Springs. The conversation covers everything from producing comedy shows and growing audiences to Nate's unique background as a welder, artist, actor, and comedian. Topics include: 🎤 Producing the Upper Crust Comedy Series 🎭 Building local comedy shows and supporting comics ⚙️ Nate's background as a welder and how it shaped his work ethic 🎨 His passion for art and creativity outside of comedy 🎬 Acting, performing, and finding opportunities in entertainment 😂 Working behind the scenes at Comedy Works in Saratoga Springs Whether you're a comedian looking to produce your own shows or someone who enjoys hearing how people build creative careers, this episode offers a great look at the work that happens behind the curtain. 🥐 Be sure to follow Rock Hill Bakehouse & Cafe (@rockhillbakehousecafe) and check out the Upper Crust Comedy Series for upcoming shows. Supporting local venues like Rock Hill helps keep live comedy growing in our community! 📲 Follow the podcast: @whatsgoinonpodcast 🎧 Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. 🔔 Subscribe for more conversations with comedians, filmmakers, musicians, first responders, and fascinating people from all walks of life. #StandUpComedy #NateWright #UpperCrustComedy #RockHillBakehouse #ComedyWorks #ComedyPodcast #SaratogaComedy #UpstateNYComedy #WhatsGoinOnPodcast

021: Shawn Barnes - Capital Region's Funniest Comic Talks Comedy & Movies

🎙️ What’s Goin’ On Podcast | Shawn Barnes – Capital Region's Funniest Comic Talks Comedy & Movies In this episode, Caleb White sits down with comedian, filmmaker, and producer Shawn Barnes to talk about his journey through stand-up comedy and the exciting opportunities that have come with it. Winner of the 2025 Capital Region's Funniest Comic Competition, Shawn shares what the victory has meant for his career, his experience opening for Adam Ray, and what it's like performing at some of New York's top comedy clubs, including the Albany Funny Bone, Comedy Works, Greenwich Village Comedy Club, Broadway Comedy Club, The Stand, and more. The conversation also explores Shawn's work in filmmaking, including his recent film project with director Jay Leonard. They discuss the challenges of independent filmmaking, bringing a vision to life, and how storytelling translates from the comedy stage to the movie screen. Topics include: 🏆 Winning the 2025 Capital Region's Funniest Comic Competition 🎤 Opening for Adam Ray and performing throughout New York State 😂 Growing as a comedian and taking the next step in comedy 🎬 Producing independent films and working behind the camera 🎥 Creating the film It's Always Almost Over with director Jay Leonard 🎭 Balancing careers in stand-up comedy and filmmaking Whether you're a fan of stand-up, independent film, or hearing how entertainers build a career from the ground up, this episode offers an inside look at the hustle behind both industries. 📲 Follow Shawn Barnes: Instagram: @shawnbarnes32 🌐 Website: shawnbarnescomedy.com 🎬 Follow It's Always Almost Over: Instagram: @alwaysalmostover Be sure to check out Shawn's website for upcoming tour dates, stand-up clips, film projects, and more. 📲 Follow the podcast: @whatsgoinonpodcast 🎧 Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. 🔔 Subscribe for more conversations with comedians, filmmakers, musicians, first responders, and fascinating people from all walks of life. #StandUpComedy #ShawnBarnes #ComedyPodcast #AdamRay #CapitalRegionsFunniest #AlbanyFunnyBone #ComedyWorks #IndependentFilm #AlwaysAlmostOver #Filmmaking #WhatsGoinOnPodcast

020: Sam Badali - Comedy, Church, and Chasing Stage Time

🎙️ What’s Goin’ On Podcast | Sam Badali – Comedy, Church & Chasing Stage Time In this episode, Caleb White sits down with fellow comedian Sam Badali (@sam_badali) for a conversation about growing up in church, finding comedy, and performing in scenes across Vermont, New York City, and Upstate New York. The two discuss how their backgrounds shaped their sense of humor, the differences between comedy scenes in different parts of the Northeast, and what it takes to keep developing as a comic while constantly chasing stage time.   They also talk about Sam's podcast, "Whatever Happened There," which he co-hosts with Rex Lengyel. Topics include: ⛪ Growing up in church and how it influenced comedy 🎤 Performing stand-up in Vermont, NYC, and Upstate New York 🛣️ Traveling for comedy and building experience on the road 😂 Finding your voice as a comedian 🎙️ Creating and hosting the Whatever Happened There podcast If you're interested in stand-up comedy, comedy scenes around the Northeast, or hearing comics talk about the experiences that shaped them, this episode is definitely worth checking out. 📲 Follow Sam Badali: Instagram: @sam_badali 🎙️ Check out "Whatever Happened There" Instagram: @samandrexpod 📲 Follow the podcast: @whatsgoinonpodcast 🎧 Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes featuring comedians, first responders, musicians, filmmakers, and fascinating people from all walks of life. #StandUpComedy #ComedyPodcast #SamBadali #WhateverHappenedThere #ComedianLife #NYCComedy #VermontComedy #UpstateComedy #WhatsGoinOnPodcast #PodcastLife

019: Frank Palangi – DIY Horror, Indie Music & Wearing Every Hat

🎙️ What’s Goin’ On Podcast | Frank Palangi – DIY Horror, Indie Music & Wearing Every Hat In this episode, Caleb White sits down with Frank Palangi — indie hard rock artist, horror filmmaker, actor, director, and editor — for a conversation about independent filmmaking and the reality of creating projects from the ground up. The episode covers Frank’s process for writing, directing, editing, producing, and acting in his own films, along with the realities of distributing independent movies. They also discuss balancing music with filmmaking, creative burnout, and the grind of being a fully independent artist. Topics include: 🎬 Independent horror filmmaking 🎭 Acting, directing, editing, and producing films ✍️ Frank’s creative and writing process 📦 Distributing independent movies 🎸 Balancing filmmaking with a music career 🎥 Stories from working on movie sets Whether you’re into horror films, indie music, filmmaking, or just hearing how creative people build things from scratch, this episode has a lot to offer. 📲 Follow Frank Palangi: 🎬 Film Instagram: @palangifilms 🎸 Music Instagram: @frankpalangimusic ▶️ YouTube: @FrankPalangi 🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Music 🌐 Website: frankpalangi.com 📲 Follow the podcast: @whatsgoinonpodcast 🎧 Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes with comedians, filmmakers, musicians, first responders, and people creating cool things independently. #IndieFilm #HorrorMovies #FrankPalangi #Filmmaking #IndependentFilm #HorrorFilm #MovieMaking #MusicPodcast #WhatsGoinOnPodcast #DIYFilmmaking

018: EMS Hot Takes - Solo Episode

🎙️ What’s Goin’ On Podcast | EMS Hot Takes – Solo Episode In this episode of the What’s Goin’ On Podcast, comedian and paramedic Caleb White breaks down real EMS hot takes submitted by providers—from mechanical CPR devices to paramedic training standards and the ongoing debate between confidence vs competence in the field. Some of these takes might piss you off. Some might make you rethink how you practice. Either way, this is the real conversation EMS providers are having behind the scenes. This episode is also dedicated to Firefighter/Paramedic Micki Guy—a loved mother, friend, instructor, and provider who was seriously injured in the line of duty. If you’re able to support her and her family, the link is below. ❤️ If you’re able to support her and her family, please consider donating: 👉 https://gofund.me/e2d194159 [https://gofund.me/e2d194159] 📲 Follow the podcast: @whatsgoinonpodcast 🎧 Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts * Caleb White (Instagram): https://instagram.com/calebjameswhite * Podcast Instagram: https://instagram.com/whatsgoinonpodcast 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes with comedians, first responders, and real conversations from people in the field. #EMS #Paramedic #Firefighter #EMTHotTakes #EmergencyMedicine #FirstResponders #WhatsGoinOnPodcast