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  • Comedy Under Harsh Studio Conditions ft Luis Arevalo
    Dec 15 2025

    In this episode, the crew welcomes comedian Luis Arevalo, who immediately runs into the questionable “studio conditions” your show has become famous for. From tech issues to temperature problems, the chaos sets the tone for a hilarious and honest conversation. Luis dives into his stand-up journey, the comics who shaped him, and the struggle between loving comedy and actually sitting down to write it. The two debate sports fandom—whether you ride for the team or worship the player—and go down a rabbit hole from Sinbad’s legacy to the fantasy of a billion-dollar comedy special. Things escalate when Luis calls for a union… specifically for better Wi-Fi, heat, and basic respect from the studio. The episode also jumps into John Cena’s retirement, favorite wrestlers, the forever MJ vs. LeBron argument, and why “bubble basketball” might be the purest form of the game. They wrap with candid talk on stage distractions, managing social anxiety, and one last plea for the studio to please, PLEASE upgrade something. Funny, raw, and full of sports, comedy, and chaos, classic HOZ energy from start to finish.


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    52 min
  • Iowa Roots to Chicago Comedy ft. Kat Diaz
    Dec 11 2025

    This episode on the HOZ Comedy Podcast with Joey, the crew sits down with the hilarious Kat Diaz for a wild ride through comedy origins, career leaps, and the chaos of millennial life. They kick things off with Kat’s viral humor, OnlyFans jokes, and turtle talk before diving into everything from Mongolian listeners to South Park’s weirdest moments. Joey opens up about playing deaf basketball, developing her comedy voice, and the nostalgic mysteries of CatDog. The conversation flips to Kat’s own beginnings in stand-up and improv, dream projects, and their shared struggles balancing travel, life, and writing daily jokes.Kat also shares her journey from Iowa to Chicago, getting laid off twice, and deciding to go all-in on comedy. They wrap with hot takes on the “Lesbian Mafia” in the comedy scene, pet adoption, upcoming shows, and the grind behind the laughs. It’s raw, funny, and full of behind-the-scenes truth — a must-listen for comedy fans. Tap in, laugh out loud, and share the madness.

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    47 min
  • Basketball, Whales and Cybertrucks ft Gerardo
    Dec 8 2025

    This episode on the HOZ Comedy Podcast with Joey, the crew welcomes Gerardo for a hilarious, off-the-rails episode packed with personal stories and wild facts. Things kick off with playful banter before spiraling into debates over height, childhood nicknames, and football loyalty. Gerardo opens up about family life, vasectomy adventures, and the weight jokes he’s learned to live with. From there, the conversation goes unexpectedly educational with whale facts, SeaWorld controversies, and questionable animal behavior, before devolving into fart debates, dog habits, and relationship comedy. The guys also get into basketball championships, the pressure of cooking for your spouse, and a deep dive into the Cybertruck’s design, pricing, and safety concerns. The episode wraps with listener shout-outs, final laughs, and a solid finish to another chaotic HOZ Comedy Podcast installment.Tap in, laugh out loud, and share the madness.

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    47 min
  • Turkey, Tinder, and Betting Wins
    Dec 4 2025

    This episode on the HOZ Comedy Podcast with Joey, this episode kicks off with Chicago sports talk before jumping into Thanksgiving feasts, chaotic Facebook Marketplace encounters, and some surprising betting wins that carried the holiday season. The crew dives into everything from Stranger Things and K-Pop demon hunters to the strange world of alligator noises and Field Museum discoveries. They keep the laughs rolling with stories of winter car pileups, Christmas chaos, Joey’s upcoming comedy show, and a wild conversation that jumps from the Slender Man stabbing to classic South Park political humor. Throwback radio memories of Eddie & Jobo and Mancow lead into chats about family travel, solo living, and the elusive extended cut of Kill Bill. To wrap it up, the guys recount a brutally awkward Tinder date that never showed, share some final jokes, and remind listeners where to find the pod. It’s random, hilarious, nostalgic, and full of peak HOZ energy. Tap in, laugh out loud, and share the madness.

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    43 min
  • From Filmmaking to Bombing on Stage ft. Soweto Bosia
    Dec 1 2025

    This episode on the HOZ Comedy Podcast with Joey, the cast sits down with Soweto, a filmmaker-turned-comedian whose obsession with storytelling eventually led him straight to the stand-up stage. He breaks down his creative journey, from shooting films to chasing the rush of the mic, and the crew dives into the comedy legends who shaped him like; Richard Pryor, George Carlin, and Eddie Murphy. The conversation gets real as Soweto talks about bombing, the struggle of finding your voice, and how morning writing sessions transformed his joke-crafting process. The episode then veers into full chaos with stories about Magic City adventures, a dog that literally shot its owner, and an unbelievable tale involving a sheep disguise. It’s part comedy masterclass, part wild storytelling and all-around classic HOZ energy. Tap in, laugh out loud, and share the madness.

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    54 min
  • Worst Good Advice ft. Lissette
    Nov 27 2025

    This episode on the HOZ Comedy Podcast with Joey, the HOZ Comedy Podcast welcomes Lissette, who quickly proves she’s a whole vibe, complete with a mysterious alter ego and a hustle that stretches from community work to flipping houses. The crew dives into the madness of modern dating, unsolicited DMs, and the worst advice ever given, including a DUI story and a tragic CD collection incident. Things get wild as the conversation shifts to self-diagnosis trends, AI replacing doctors, and their favorite medical dramas from Scrubs to Charlie Sheen’s meltdown era. They break down cat behavior, personal pet peeves, and the shady world of wellness scams before sharing their own catfishing experiences. From dog breed stereotypes to pet health myths, no topic is safe. The episode heats up with a debate on whether nurses are “still considered professionals,” followed by a candid talk about the possible THC ban and dealing with weed-related anxiety. They wrap up with difficult patient stories, questionable baby names, and shout-outs to the listeners who keep the show rolling. Tap in, laugh out loud, and share the madness.

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    50 min
  • Lottery Winner ft. Evan Thomas
    Nov 24 2025

    This episode on the HOZ Comedy Podcast with Joey, Evan Thomas returns to the pod, kicking things off with talk about lottery dreams, scratch-off addictions, and a few questionable WNBA hot takes. From there, the crew spirals into a hilarious breakdown of “old people names,” “hoe names,” and why everyone suddenly has a plant obsession. Things get even wilder with a story of a shocking twin birth, plus Anel’s latest chaotic classroom adventures.


    Sports drama takes over with Antonio Brown talk, Tom Brady’s dog rumors, and a rundown of the strangest Chicago Bears season moments. The episode then veers into the absurd with an inmate smuggling a gun, bizarre email leaks, a McDonald’s rat story, and a nostalgic love letter to Pooty Tang and other goofy films.


    The guys close it out debating their favorite movies, unpacking cartoon theories, and giving Evan a proper farewell—for now. Tap in, laugh loud, and share the madness.

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    49 min
  • Comedy, Cruises and Chaos ft Evan Thomas
    Nov 20 2025

    This episode on the HOZ Comedy Podcast with Joey, the guys sit down with comedian Evan Thomas, who brings stories from his Maywood upbringing and the journey that pushed him into stand-up. Joey shares his latest cruise chaos, while Evan opens up about balancing comedy dreams with real-life work struggles. The crew dives into everyday frustrations—driving headaches, awkward grocery store encounters, and the pain of being too loyal to gaming habits. Things get lively with tales of Caribbean cruises gone sideways, debates over Thanksgiving food staples, and a deep dive into the world of pro-wrestling fandom. Evan wraps the episode with details on his upcoming shows. Tap in, laugh out loud, and share the madness.

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    57 min