Has Been Ft. Mike Wilmot | The Johnny Rogers Show

In Episode 88, I sit down with comedian Mike Wilmot. We cover it all—from his hilarious pranks about opening a Bait Shop in his retirement to his fascinating friendship with Lewis Black and Derek Edwards. Mike also shares his candid take on fame in the UK before ever setting foot there, his disdain for crowd work clips, and so much more. This episode is a rollercoaster of laughter and insights that you won't want to miss! Allow me to introduce our incredible guest, Mike Wilmot, a Canadian stand-up comedian represented by Off the Kerb. With a career spanning across various mediums, Mike has left an indelible mark on the comedy scene. He's a two-time winner of the Canadian Comedy Awards, recognized for his exceptional stand-up performances and his acting prowess in the film "It's All Gone Pete Tong." Mike's talent has graced both Canadian and British television, including appearances on "Corner Gas," "Never Mind the Buzzcocks," and collaborations with American comedian Rich Hall. His magnetic presence and quick wit have made him a household name in the UK and beyond. Get ready to be entertained and enlightened by this comedic powerhouse! Make sure to subscribe to The Johnny Rogers Show for a hilarious and insightful journey into the world of comedy. Join us as we dive deep into Mike Wilmot's career, sharing funny anecdotes, discussing the highs and lows of the industry, and exploring the nuances of being a seasoned comedian. Don't miss out on the laughter and wisdom that await you in this episode! Hit that subscribe button and tune in now to The Johnny Rogers Show. And as always, be sure to leave your comments and thoughts below—we love hearing from you! EP #88 - The Johnny Rogers Show LISTEN AND SUBSCRIBE: PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/Thejohnnyrogers APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-johnny-rogers-show/id1652119790 SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2SeYAHbIbsxTf8UChBAUIy YOUTUBE: /@TheJohnnyRogersShow + everywhere podcasts are available Follow Mike Wilmot on social media https://www.instagram.com/wilmot5255/ https://twitter.com/mikewilmot1 https://www.facebook.com/mikewilmotcomic/ Follow Johnny Rogers on social media https://www.instagram.com/thejohnnyrogersshow/ https://www.twitter.com/TheJohnnyRogers https://www.facebook.com/TheJohnnyRogers https://www.tiktok.com/@johnnylatenight https://www.twitch.tv/thejohnnyrogers https://www.spoti.fi/3uGt9U9 👕 GET MERCH: https://rdbl.co/3CuKoM4 Chapters: 00:00 - Preview 00:58 - Intro 02:18 - Mike Wilmot 04:00 - The Politics of Leaving Home 06:13 - Has Been 07:40 - Live Bait Shop 09:36 - Canadian Showbiz 11:05 - UK Famous 14:00 - Crowd Work Clips 15:04 - The Next Great Comics 16:05 - Lewis Black Friendship 18:40 - A Narcoleptic In A Canoe 23:38 - I Shat Myself 26:46 - Welcome To Alaska 27:27 - Worst Performance 31:40 - Leaving Toronto 32:40 - Winning Awards 34:15 - Canadian TV Influence 37:25 - The Best of Reel 38:36 - Going To Ireland 39:21 - Finding Relaxation 42:10 - Pessimists Live Forever 44:15 - Living in London 45:29 - Mike Wilmot Advice 50:12 - Cancelled Visions 51:43 - Favorite Jokes 55:55 - Plugs #mikewilmot #hasbeen #podcast #thejohnnyrogersshow #johnnyrogers #entertainment