My First Joke: A Stand-Up Comedy Podcast About How Comedians Got Their Start
Every stand-up comedian remembers their first joke.
My First Joke is a stand-up comedy podcast where comedians share the stories behind their first time on stage, their early open mic experiences, and the moments that shaped their comedy careers. Host Karim Kanji sits down with stand-up comedians from Canada and beyond for honest conversations about performing, failure, success, and finding their voice in comedy.
Whether you’re a comedy fan, aspiring comic, or simply curious about how comedians get started, My First Joke offers a behind-the-scenes look at the journey from the first open mic to the professional stage.
What Is My First Joke?
My First Joke is a comedian interview podcast focused on the origin stories of stand-up comedians. Each episode explores the experiences that led comedians to perform for the first time, the lessons they learned early in their careers, and the challenges they faced while developing their craft.
Guests share personal stories about:
- Their first stand-up performance
- Open mic experiences
- Career breakthroughs
- Life on the comedy circuit
- Writing jokes and finding their voice
- The realities of being a working comedian
Listen to Comedians Tell Their Origin Stories
Every comedian’s path is different.
Some performers discovered comedy as teenagers. Others found the stage later in life. Some experienced immediate success, while others spent years performing at open mics before finding their audience.
My First Joke captures these stories through long-form conversations that reveal the people behind the punchlines.
Featured Guests
My First Joke features conversations with stand-up comedians from Canada and beyond, exploring the stories behind their first performances, early open mic experiences, and comedy careers.
- Nitish Sahkuja
- Ernie Vicente
- Nick Reynoldson
- Mark DeBonis
- Bong Gun Kim
- Rebecca Reeds
- Kevin Christopher
- Sandra Battaglini
- Ali Hassan
- Garret Jamieson
- Adrienne Fish
- Carlos Yance
- Dave Merheje
- Kris Siddiqui
- Monty Scott
- Keith Bender
- Rasha Elfeky
- Freddy Jan
- Husein Panju
- Zul Gulamhusein
- Allie Pearse
- Hershawn Arora
- Keesha Brownie
- Clif Knight
- Thea Rainford
- Himansu Patel
- Michi
- John Mostyn
Why Comedy Fans Love My First Joke
Unlike traditional comedy podcasts that focus only on current projects or promotions, My First Joke focuses on the moments that started everything.
Listeners get:
- Authentic comedian interviews
- Behind-the-scenes stories from the stand-up world
- Lessons from experienced performers
- Insights into comedy writing and performance
- Conversations with Canadian and international comedians
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FAQ Section
What is My First Joke?
My First Joke is a stand-up comedy podcast hosted by Karim Kanji where comedians share the story behind their first time performing stand-up comedy.
Who is the host of My First Joke?
My First Joke is hosted by Karim Kanji, a podcast host, interviewer, and digital media professional based in Canada.
What kind of comedians appear on My First Joke?
The podcast features established comedians, rising comics, touring performers, and comedy industry professionals from Canada and around the world.
Where can I listen to My First Joke?
You can listen to My First Joke on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, and other major podcast platforms.
Is My First Joke only for comedians?
No. The podcast is designed for comedy fans, aspiring comedians, podcast listeners, and anyone interested in hearing the personal stories behind successful performers.