Episodes
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#87 - Ned Rice Talks Late-Night TV Writing, Stand-Up Comedy, and the Art of Getting Laughs
This week on Good Times, Noodle Salad, we're joined by veteran television writer and comedian Ned Rice! Ned has an incredible writing résumé, with credits on shows featuring Jay Leno, Bill Maher, Craig Ferguson, Jimmy Kimmel, Joan Rivers, and Anthony Jeselnik. Starting his television career with...
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#86 - #2 Darren Lewis talks heart attacks, mental health, family dysfunction, and the Michigan comedy scene
This week on Good Times, Noodle Salad, we're joined by comedian Darren Lewis (aka Cakes Fiasco) for a two-and-a-half-hour conversation that goes in just about every direction imaginable. Darren opens up about his unexpected heart attack, living with mental health struggles, anxiety, and the ways...
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#85 – #2 Nic Stevens talks touring, wedding disasters, musical egos, and the world's pickiest eater
Nic Stevens is back on Good Times, Noodle Salad! Since his last appearance, Nic has hit the road for a Midwest tour, added a drummer and bassist to the lineup, and started planning his next big run of shows. We get into the realities of booking your own tours, the headaches of wedding planning,...
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#84 - Kate Hinote talks independent music, touring, songwriting, and finding an audience
This week on Good Times, Noodle Salad, we're joined by Kate Hinote, musician, songwriter, paralegal, and longtime member of the Detroit music scene. Kate has spent nearly two decades making music with her band, The Blue Flowers, while also performing with her acoustic trio. We talk about the...
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#83 – Christopher Be talks surviving a gunshot wound, sepsis, and life with a colostomy bag
This week on Good Times, Noodle Salad, Matt and Paige sit down with comedian Christopher Be for a conversation that goes from a terrifying brush with death to some of the most ridiculous shit we've ever discussed on this podcast. Christopher tells the absolutely insane story of getting shot by…
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#82 - Rachael Willis talks childhood trauma, comedy, and finding your self-worth
This week on Good Times, Noodle Salad, we're joined by stand-up comedian Rachael Willis, who drove up from Lima, Ohio, to hang out with us. Rachael brings the energy, the rage, and absolutely no shortage of stories. We talk about her journey into stand-up, growing up feeling like an outsider,...
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#81 - Vedaul Peters talks psychedelics, getting heckled, and Detroit comedy
Comedian Vedaul Peters joins Matt and Paige for a two-and-a-half-hour conversation about the Detroit comedy scene, bombing on stage, getting heckled, and trying to make a name for yourself in stand-up. Vedaul talks about his first experiences with mushrooms and acid, writing movie scripts and...
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#80 - Funderbird talks skateboarding, Detroit music, and starting a band at 50
For Episode #80 of Good Times, Noodle Salad, Matt sits down with members of Funderbird to talk music, skateboarding, Detroit-area venues, getting older, and somehow still finding time to make shit happen. Funderbird started out playing covers before moving into their own original music, and…
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#79 - James from NoFlockInTroy talks Flock Cameras, Government Surveillance & Privacy
In Episode 79 of Good Times, Noodle Salad, Matt sits down one-on-one with James Christiani, the creator behind No Flock in Troy, to talk about the growing controversy surrounding Flock Safety cameras and automatic license plate readers. James breaks down how Flock cameras work, why he believes…
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#78 - Motorcitymoto313 talks Motorcycles, Snowboarding, Detroit Outdoors & Social Media
For Episode 78 of Good Times Noodle Salad, Paige sits this one out as Matt is joined by guest host Devin and special guest Bobby Caine, better known as Motorcitymoto313. Bobby talks about why he stepped back from riding motorcycles after getting a little too comfortable doing 150+ mph and lane...
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#77 - Nicole Melnyk talks comedy, Joe Rogan, and Flock cameras
Comedian Nicole Melnyk joins Matt and Paige for a wild, funny, and occasionally heated conversation that goes everywhere from stand-up comedy and podcasting to Joe Rogan, Kill Tony, wealth, politics, surveillance, AI, and why Nicole might be the only person capable of turning a podcast appearance...
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#76 - Griffin Daniel talks restaurant industry secrets, dangerous workplaces, and Flock cameras
For episode #76 of Good Times, Noodle Salad, Matt and Paige sit down with comedian Griffin Daniel for a nearly four-hour conversation that goes absolutely everywhere. Griffin shares wild stories from more than two decades working in restaurants, including dangerous kitchen accidents, gas leaks,...
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#75 - The Wild Life talks Michigan music, Juggalo wrestling, and Dungeon Crawler Carl
On the 75th episode of Good Times Noodle Salad, Matt and Paige sit down with The Wild Life, a Michigan band from Frankenmuth made up of musicians who somehow managed to actually follow through on the classic “we should jam sometime” conversation. They talk about how the band came together…
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#74 - Stephanie Ann talks weight loss, sobriety, and Detroit comedy
On episode 74 of Good Times, Noodle Salad, Matt and Paige sit down with comedian Stephanie Ann for a conversation that goes just about everywhere. Stephanie shares the incredible story behind her massive weight loss, becoming a mom, finding comedy, getting sober, and rebuilding her life along the...
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#73 - Willie Page talks Detroit stand-up, Canadian wildfires, and asthma
Willie Page joins Matt and Paige for one of the most unhinged episodes of Good Times, Noodle Salad yet. Willie talks about coming up in the Detroit comedy scene, his approach to storytelling, raising seven kids, and the wild life experiences that give him plenty of material on stage. The...
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#72 - Vontae Bailey talks Open Mics, Social Media Growth & Starting Over
Matt is joined one-on-one by comedian Vontae Bailey for a candid conversation that bounces between comedy, life, and the kind of stories you can't make up. Topics include Matt's ex-girlfriend being committed to a psychiatric hospital, the effort to launch a new open mic for comedians in Metro...
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#71 - Andrew McFarland Talks The Independent Comedy Club Closing, 2008 Recession, Stand-Up Comedy
Good Times, Noodle Salad #71 welcomes comedian Andrew McFarland for a conversation that bounces between the comedy scene, career changes, blue-collar life, and the ever-changing culture surrounding stand-up. Matt and Paige sit down with Andrew to talk about the closing of The Independent Comedy...
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#70 - Andrew Guay Talks Stand-Up Comedy, Data Centers, Michigan Politics
Good Times, Noodle Salad #70 welcomes comedian Andrew Guay for an episode that somehow manages to connect stand-up comedy, hyperscale data centers, engineering, Michigan politics, and a whole lot of nonsense. We dive into Andrew's journey through stand-up comedy before taking a surprisingly nerdy...
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#69 - Armada Lodge Talks Metal Music, Disc Golf & Endless Malarke
Episode 69 is here, and we somehow spend over 2 hours talking about... almost nothing. We're joined by the guys from Armada Lodge for a conversation that wanders everywhere and nowhere at the same time. We dive into our mutual love of Periphery, question why certain other metal bands just don't...
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#68 – Jake Mattes Talks Kevin Smith, Fireball, Game of Thrones, Relationships & Weird Horror Movies
This week on Good Times Noodle Salad, we're joined by special guest Jake Mattes for a wildly entertaining conversation that somehow connects Game of Thrones, The Bear, Shameless, Toy Story 5, and the strange world of irreverent horror movies with terrible puns. Along the way, the crew debates why...
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#67 - Troy Foust Talks Addiction, Mental Health & Chasing Comedy Dreams
Matt and Paige sit down with comedian Troy Foust for an honest conversation that blends humor with some of life's heavier moments. Troy shares what it was like growing up as a military brat, moving through 13 different states before eventually calling Michigan home, and how that constant change...
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#66 - Dairy Farmer Beth Wojo Talks Dairy Farming, Family Business & Farmer Life
On Episode #66 of Good Times, Noodle Salad, Matt sits down one-on-one with Farmer Beth Wojo for an honest and fascinating conversation about life on the farm, family legacy, and finding purpose through hard work. Beth shares what it was like growing up in the family business at Wojo's Greenhouse,...
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#65 - Hyporium Talks EDM Metal Music, Finding Purpose, and the Return of Hyporium
Paige sits this one out as Matt goes one-on-one with Jackson, Michigan's own Hyporium, the genre-bending band that's built a unique sound by blending metal, rap, trap, and EDM into something entirely their own. The conversation dives deep into finding purpose through music, the creative process...
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#64 - Dani Lee and Malachi Lee Talk Grief in Relationships, Race and Mixed Families, Pursuing Careers in Comedy and Acting
This week on Good Times, Noodle Salad, Paige takes the episode off while Matt sits down with married comedians and actors Dani Lee and Malachi Lee for one of the most honest and emotionally layered conversations the podcast has had. The three dive into the challenges of building a relationship...
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#63 - Triple Threat Entertainment talks Live Shows, Family Life, Brotherhood, and Hidden Day Jobs
This week on Good Times, Noodle Salad, Matt is joined in the studio by the members of Triple Threat Entertainment for a conversation about what it really takes to keep a music group together while balancing the responsibilities of everyday life. The crew shares stories from performing live shows,...
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#62 - Omer Perry talks Race Jokes, Relationship Double Standards, and Wild Hookup Stories
On this episode of Good Times, Noodle Salad, Matt sits down one-on-one with Detroit stand up comic Omer Perry for one of the most unfiltered conversations the podcast has had yet. The two dive into the funniest debate imaginable: what’s the blackest thing Matt has ever done versus the whitest…
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#61 - Paul Artale talks Football Coaching, Parenting in Sports, & Better Call Saul Writing
Episode 61 of Good Times, Noodle Salad welcomes special guest Paul Artale — a motivational speaker, stand-up comedian, former football player, and collegiate coach — for a conversation that balances comedy, life lessons, sports, and storytelling. Paul shares the journey from his football career...
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#60 - #2 Garrett Evans talks Stand Up Comedy, Parenting in Sports, and Acting in His First Movie
This week on, Matt sits down one-on-one with returning guest for a laid back but hilarious conversation about comedy, parenting, ambition, and trying to balance real life with creative goals. The two dive into doing stand up comedy, why bands always seem to be at their absolute best right before...
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#59 - April Hollywood talks Empty Nest Syndrome, Stand Up Comedy, and Her “Hand Job Era"
This week on, Matt and Paige sit down with stand up comedian for one of the funniest and most unexpectedly emotional episodes yet. The crew dives into parenting, life after raising children, and what it’s like for April to officially become an empty nester now that her only child is grown. The...
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#58 - Sweet Crystal talks Detroit Rock History, Christian Rock Music, and Faith in Marriage
Episode 58 of Good Times Noodle Salad welcomes legendary Detroit musician Marq Speck and his wife Jan into the studio for a deep conversation with hosts Matt and Paige. From the early days of Sweet Crystal to celebrating an incredible 50-year career in Detroit music, Marq shares stories from...
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#57 - Toi Too Tall talks Airbnb Nightmares, Detroit Stand-Up Comedy, and Winning Dave Crumbley’s Women’s Cup
#57 - Toi Too Tall Survived Airbnb Nightmares & Dominated Detroit Comedy This week on Good Times, Noodle Salad, Matt and Paige sit down with special guest Toi Too Tall — a Detroit-based comedian and voice actor who’s been grinding in the comedy scene for the last 7 years. We talk insane Airbnb...
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#56 - Venom of Virtue Talks Band Drama, Viral Content Secrets, and the Brutal Reality of Audio Editing
Episode 56 of Good Times, Noodle Salad brings in special guest Venom of Virtue for a deep dive into the realities of life inside a band—and everything that comes with it. From maintaining friendships while navigating creative differences, to building content beyond music, this episode explores…
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#55- Charles Hill talks near death experience, giving Matt his first stage time, insane puke stories
Episode #55 of Good Times Noodle Salad brings it full circle with special guest Charles Hill—a comic who didn’t just grind his way into the scene, but helped build it from the ground up. Charles takes us back to how he first got started in comedy and what inspired him to launch the open mic at…
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#54- Skroove talks building a brand from college, wild Tom Green story, skateboarding to golf evolution
Episode #54 of Good Times Noodle Salad brings in Kenny from Skroove, a homegrown lifestyle apparel brand out of Royal Oak, Michigan that’s rooted in skateboarding, snowboarding, and now—somehow—golf. Kenny breaks down what it was like starting Skroove while still in college at Saginaw Valley,...
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#53 - Kate Dore talks generational trauma, cancel culture in comedy, Louis CK & comedy classes
Episode #53 of Good Times Noodle Salad gets real fast as Matt and Paige are joined by comedian Kate Dore for one of the most emotional — and hilarious — conversations yet. What starts as a deep dive into stand-up comedy quickly turns into something heavier, as the trio unpack generational trauma,...
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#52- Autistic Spitfire talks addiction recovery, losing 100+ pounds, and growing up autistic before it was understood
Episode 52 of Good Times Noodle Salad brings in special guest Autistic Spitfire for one of the most raw and unfiltered conversations the podcast has had yet. A stand-up comedian with a story that goes way beyond the stage, Spitfire opens up about losing hundreds of pounds, the harsh reality of…
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#51 - #2 Floyd Jones talks studio drama, Kill Tony, Captain Spaulding Dave Chappelle Roan
Episode #51 of Good Times Noodle Salad brings back Floyd Jones for his second appearance, and it’s straight chaos from the jump. Matt and Floyd get into the ongoing studio drama that might force a move, plus the realities of traveling for comedy and trying to get stage time on the road. Floyd...
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#50- Rivit talks dad being kidnapped in Africa, building a dream with studio musicians, and a wild double-life in music
Episode 50 of Good Times Noodle Salad hits a milestone with a raw one-on-one between Matt and Brian from Rivit—and this one goes way deeper than your typical music convo. Brian breaks down what it really takes to bring a musical vision to life, including the decision to work with studio musicians...
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#49- Drebb talks 50 Cent’s pettiest moments EVER, Fast & Furious completely falling apart, Northern Michigan music scene secrets
Episode #49 of Good Times Noodle Salad brings in special guest Drebb for a chaotic, hilarious ride through pop culture, music, and some absurd games. From 50 Cent’s all-time petty antics to the Fast & Furious franchise completely losing the plot, nothing is safe as the conversation bounces…
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#48 - Mind Riot Talks Smut Book Clubs, Going From Cover Band to Originals, and Playing the Metro Detroit Music Scene
Episode 48 of Good Times Noodle Salad brings in special guest Mind Riot for a wide-ranging, chaotic, and hilarious conversation. We get into Paige’s book club taking a hard left turn into full-on smut territory, sparking a debate on what people are actually reading behind closed doors. Mind Riot...
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#47- Steven Lolli talks Stand Up Comedy, Anti-Semitic Conspiracy Theorists, and Gratitude for Katt Williams
On this episode of Good Times, Noodle Salad, Matt Smith sits down one-on-one with comedy veteran Steven Lolli. With decades of experience in stand-up and writing credits for Katt Williams, Steven brings road-tested insight, comedy philosophy, and plenty of wild stories from life in the industry....
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#46 - Nic Stevens talks brutal booking stories, going solo vs bands, and where is Jeremy Matheson!?
Episode 46 of Good Times, Noodle Salad features musician Nic Stevens for a wide-ranging conversation about life in the local music scene and the weird social games that happen at concerts. Nic talks about the differences between playing in bands versus going solo, the creative freedom that comes...
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#45- Static Lace talk sobriety and recovery, leaving abusive relationships, and writing rock music
Episode 45 of Good Times, Noodle Salad features Matt flying solo in the host chair while sitting down with Static Lace, a husband-and-wife rock duo making loud, gritty rock music while navigating real life offstage. The conversation gets honest right out of the gate. BA shares the powerful story…
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#44 – William Harvey Talks Comedy Scene Drama, Ghost Pepper Stand-Up, and Growing Up Around Addiction
This week on Good Times, Noodle Salad, Matt and Paige sit down with comedian William Harvey for a raw, hilarious, and surprisingly heartfelt conversation about life in and around the stand-up comedy scene. The episode kicks off with some wild stories about recent local comedy drama, including the...
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#43 – Simply Shanell Talks Stand-Up Comedy, Driving Stick Shift So Thieves Can’t Steal Your Car, and Backyard Comedy Clubs
Episode 43 of Good Times, Noodle Salad features the hilarious and legendary Simply Shanell—a beloved local comic who brings big laughs and real-life wisdom to the table. In this episode, we talk about everything from the chaos of working in direct care for the elderly to the underrated security...
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#42 - Breakfast at 2PM Talk AI Controversy, The Struggle of Making It in the Arts, and AI vs Real Artists
In Episode 42 of Good Times, Noodle Salad, Matt sits down with Michael, Jordan, and Pauly of Breakfast at 2PM for a wide-ranging conversation about creativity, technology, and the strange cultural moment we’re all living through. The group dives headfirst into the growing controversies around...
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#41 - James River talks comedy, Reaganomics, and Wall Street
In this one-on-one episode of Good Times, Noodle Salad, Matt sits down with comedian James River for a wide-ranging conversation. They dive into the craft of comedy, debate the impact of Reaganomics and the fateful decision to let Wall Street gamble on mortgages, and share their love for the late...
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#40 - Josh Story talks cancer recovery, radiation side effects, and music life after losing singing voice
On episode 40 of Good Times, Noodle Salad, Matt and Paige sit down with musician Josh Story for one of the most honest and heavy conversations we’ve had yet. Josh opens up about his battle with cancer and the physical toll radiation took on his body — from the unexpected side effects to the...
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#39 - King Norman talks about the realities of band life, comedy culture and industry controversy
Episode 39 of Good Times, Noodle Salad features special guests King Norman for a loose, three-hour conversation that drifts between music, comedy, culture, and real-life habits. The crew gets into favorite stand-up comedians and how comedy influences performance, timing, and confidence on stage....
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#38 - Chris Harvey talks touring with Steve-O, comedian life on the road, and relationship struggles
This week on Good Times, Noodle Salad, Matt sits down one-on-one with touring comedian Chris Harvey for a real behind-the-curtain conversation about life in stand-up. Chris shares what it’s actually like touring with Steve-O — from wild crowds to the discipline required to survive the road — and...