My Name is Greg...

Greg Garcia, Emmy-winning creator of My Name Is Earl throwing a Night of Comedy at The Alcazar   What happens when comedian Nate Bargatze dares his Emmy-winning television writer friend Greg Garcia to step onto the stage and do five minutes of comedy cold? On this episode of The Jeremiah Show, I sit down with Greg Garcia, the creator of My Name Is Earl, Raising Hope, The Guest Book, and Sprung. Known for creating some of television's most memorable characters and heartfelt comedies, Greg shares stories from his journey through Hollywood, the lessons he's learned about storytelling, and why laughter remains one of the most powerful ways to bring people together. We also discuss Greg's upcoming comedy showcase at the Alcazar Theatre in Carpinteria, featuring acclaimed comedians Greg Warren and Lachlan Patterson. Beyond television, Greg talks about his deep connection to the Carpinteria community, supporting local arts, and creating memorable experiences both on screen and on stage. Whether you're a fan of his hit television shows, stand-up comedy, or simply love hearing how creative careers are built, this conversation is packed with humor, insight, and plenty of behind-the-scenes stories. Quotable Greg Garcia: "There were much better stories at the trailer park."   Comedy Showcase Greg Warren, Lachlan Patterson & Greg Garcia Comedy Show Tuesday, June 16, 2026 The Alcazar Theatre, Carpinteria, California TICKETS ALCAZAR THEATRE Lachlan Patterson Greg Warren   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Greg Garcia's Journey 03:05 Early Influences and Observations 06:05 The Path to Radio and Comedy 11:50 Transitioning to Television Writing 17:58 The State of Radio and Its Evolution 27:30 Creating Compassionate Characters in Comedy 37:33 Influences and Inspirations 39:52 The Concept of Karma in Storytelling 40:12 The Evolution of Sitcoms 43:30 The Changing Landscape of Comedy 47:27 Hometown Roots in Writing 51:03 The Journey into Stand-Up Comedy 56:23 The Challenges of Performing Stand-Up 01:01:59 Upcoming Comedy Shows and Community Engagement 01:03:30 New Projects and Future Endeavors 01:07:19 Finding Humor in Life's Challenges POP CULTURE, MUSIC ICONS, & FOOD GODS - Listen More & Evolve   Catch Up With Past Shows and Your Favorite Guests - TJS MEDIA LIBRARY   Partner with The Jeremiah Show  BRAND PARTNER DECK   The Jeremiah Show is brought to you by Evolve Entertainment Network  www.thejeremiahshow.com https://radio-evolve.rocks   Host | Executive Producer - Jeremiah D. Higgins Senior Sound Engineer | Producer - Graham Palmer | Surprise Studio   THE JEREMIAH SHOW PROUDLY FEATURES    Cuzen Matcha Worldwide - Get $30 Off at Checkout “JEREMIAH30” Music Connection Magazine  MusiCares  Omad Records Nicole Sofia Voracious Records Greens First - Get 30% Off at Checkout “JEREMIAH30”   The Jeremiah Show Radio Broadcast is heard in London, Somerset, U.K., New York City, Philadelphia, Boston, Los Angeles, Ontario, Canada, and Santa Barbara on Radio Candy Media. We are broadcast in London on Belter Radio and in Paris on My Indie Radio.   SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS   Jeremiah D. Higgins   Graham Palmer, Surprise Studio   Did you like the music in this episode?  The Jeremiah Show Original Music Soundtracks     The Jeremiah Show Theme Song “The Ocean and the Butterfly” by The Dave Matthews Band   NEW SHOWS - Every Friday Classic TJS Shows Drop Every Wednesday