Murphy's Law (Ep. 46)

Welcome back to another episode of Drunk By Noon! In Episode 46, we’re joined by Montreal’s own rising comedy star and 2025 JFL New Face, Tom Murphy.In this episode, Tom opens up about his journey in the Montreal comedy scene, his upcoming move to Austin, Texas, and the whirlwind process of getting married and immigrating. We dive into the realities of American representation for comedians, what it’s actually like performing at legendary spots like Gotham Comedy Club, and the differences between the Canadian and US comedy circuits.He also share his thoughts on the "hacky" labels in comedy, and why he's striking while the iron is hot. Whether you're a fan of stand-up comedy or just love a good, unfiltered conversation, this episode has it all.Follow Tom Murphy:Instagram: @tomdlmurphyCheck out his new open mic at Ye Olde Orchard on Monkland on 9pm Sundays.Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe to Drunk By Noon for more episodes.Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction: Welcome Tom Murphy00:54 - The Solo Podcast Struggle & Lighting Woes01:23 - Wedding Bells & A Low-Key Proposal04:47 - Immigration Realities: Moving to Texas06:03 - Movie Talk: John Travolta & The Microchip 06:45 - Why the Rush to Get Married?08:34 - Planning a Non-Religious Wedding in Quebec09:22 - The Legend of Dean Himself10:56 - Why Austin, Texas? (90 Day Fiancé Vibes)11:59 - The "Arrest Dreams" & Missing Jail on Tuesdays14:10 - 27 Counts of Prison Escape?!15:43 - Life Inside: Parole Officers & Mental Health17:34 - Tom Murphy’s JFL New Faces Experience19:32 - The Truth About Management vs. Agents22:11 - Performing at Gotham Comedy Club & Sesh Comedy23:58 - The Best Comics You’ve Never Heard Of25:56 - The Decision to Move: Steam in Montreal vs. Starting Over27:58 - Striking While the Iron is Hot29:11 - Nick Mullen, Adam Friedland, & The Cum Town Legacy30:52 - The Stavros Halkias Hurley’s Story32:12 - Who is Black Leopard?33:00 - Finding Loopholes: Character Comedy & Recovery Lines34:09 - The Austin Plan: Kill Tony & Remote Work36:06 - Reviewing the Infamous Kill Tony Montreal Clips41:51 - Outro: Where to find Tom Murphy