EPISODE · Apr 21, 2026 · 1H 11M
Bombing on Stage, Bad Gigs & Comedy Disasters with Dave Adams
from The Show Must Go Wrong · host Pat Moore
Why do stand-up shows go completely off the rails—and why do comedians keep coming back for more?In the first episode of The Show Must Go Wrong, comedian Dave Adams shares stories of bombing on stage, chaotic gigs, and the strange overlap between music and stand-up comedy.We talk about:– The last bad gig that sticks with you– Starting stand-up and finding flow on stage– The difference between bombing in music vs comedy– Wedding band horror stories– Touring, corporate gigs, and nightmare audiences– A true comedy gig from hell– Managing expectations as a performerThis is a podcast about what really happens in live performance—the awkward silences, drunk crowds, and the gigs you wish you could forget.If you like stand-up comedy, behind-the-scenes stories, or life as a performer, this is for you.New episodes every Monday.
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Why do stand-up shows go completely off the rails—and why do comedians keep coming back for more?In the first episode of The Show Must Go Wrong, comedian Dave Adams shares stories of bombing on stage, chaotic gigs, and the strange overlap between music and stand-up comedy.We talk about:– The last bad gig that sticks with you– Starting stand-up and finding flow on stage– The difference between bombing in music vs comedy– Wedding band horror stories– Touring, corporate gigs, and nightmare audiences– A true comedy gig from hell– Managing expectations as a performerThis is a podcast about what really happens in live performance—the awkward silences, drunk crowds, and the gigs you wish you could forget.If you like stand-up comedy, behind-the-scenes stories, or life as a performer, this is for you.New episodes every Monday.
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