EP20 Tom Stewart: Tragedy, Comedy, and Paranormal Stories

Comedian and podcaster Tom Stewart joins us to share his incredible journey from a 20-year stint in broadcasting to finding his true calling in stand-up comedy. Tom opens up about his experiences in comedy competitions like Last Comic Standing and performing alongside luminaries such as Jim Florentine and Mark Norman. With a million downloads of his podcast, "My Paranormal Story," Tom's storytelling magic is undeniable, blending humor and eeriness into a must-listen experience. We also reminisce about our quirky past working at McCoy Stadium, and Tom's unexpected adventure at a hip-hop radio station despite his rock music roots.Venture backstage with us to a Hot 106 concert for a memorable encounter with LL Cool J, where we share some humorous near-miss moments and personal stories. As we navigate through past traditions like "New Food Friday," we touch on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and how these experiences left a lasting impression. The conversation takes a poignant turn as we reflect on surviving the Station Nightclub fire, grappling with survivor guilt, and how Tom has found healing through his work with the Station Nightclub Fire Foundation.Our spooky journey doesn't end there—Tom invites us into the world of paranormal investigations with chilling tales from Belcourt Castle and his eerie experiences on Cemetery Street. We explore the comedy world through Tom's eyes, where he embraces his passion for comedy while supporting charitable causes with Funny for Funds. From performing with icons to navigating the comedy circuit's demands, Tom's story is one of resilience, humor, and camaraderie, painting a vivid picture of his multifaceted career.Millie & J - We miss you.❤️To listen to Tom's podcast, My Paranormal Story:  https://open.spotify.com/show/10B7wHKiLHVnHEFAbPL7KT?si=9dd83bd05ff34c61For shows:  https://tomstewartcomedy.weebly.com/Click HERE to let us what you think! Or, suggest a guest! Finnleigh would like to remind everyone that a 5-star rating from each of you would be a huge push for the podcast in the algorithms that suggest podcast to listeners.  Please take a second to give us a 5-star rating when you get the chance!  Thanks so much! Support the show