It's Not Even Like That

Pavar chats with the hilarious, talented Steve Way about all things TV, film, and comedy. Steve talks about the trajectory of his groundbreaking career from public speaking at the age of nine to becoming a standup comedian, acting on the Emmy-nominated "Ramy," and producing the incredible film "Good Bad Things" (available on Hulu). He dives into the behind-the-scenes dynamics of how the industry is changing for disabled performers and explains why he's the only person in Hollywood who can make Ramy Youssef break character. It's a conversation you won't want to miss! Some key moments, time-stamped:00:01:36 – Early life, meeting Ramy, getting into comedy00:07:37 – Reclaiming narrative around disability00:08:54 – Talking about Steve’s upbringing and how Star Trek / LeVar Burton changed his life00:23:44 – Working on Ramy & on-screen dynamics00:25:39 – Producing the film “Good Bad Things”00:29:14 – How the industry is changing for disabled performers (thanks in part to Steve!)00:36:29 – Steve and Pavar talk about “Me Before You”00:37:30 – Steve talks about his “tight five” jokes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gooba Gabble!Hey, fam! We're back with the one and only Lachi, and trust us, she had the audacity to be this talented. The Grammy nominated musician, author, and all-around queen breaks down how she went from an NYU Master's degree and a federal job (thanks, Obama) to a full-time baddie taking over the music industry. She's a Nigerian-American force who can sing, rap, and produce her own fire tracks like "The Bag" and "Life On Hard" (which, let’s be real, is how we all feel navigating these New York streets).We get honest about navigating the industry as a blind Black woman—from feeling the need to "sight-pass" to becoming a Grammy's trustee and the CEO of Ramped. Plus, we deep-dive into some classic films, Freaks (1932) and The Best Years of Our Lives (1948), to discuss what "authentic representation" actually looks like (and how one actor won two Oscars for the same role! You can't make this stuff up).You're gonna want to hear her thoughts on unmasking, filling your own cup, and why fortune favors the authentic.Do yourself a favor and get the full tea!⚡️ Don't forget to grab Lachi's book, I Identify as Blind at lachimusic.com⚡️Let us know what you think of the episode—or just send us your favorite moment from "Freaks"—over to [email protected] out and subscribe to our "It's Not Even Like That" Youtube channel for the video version of the episode! CREDITS:"It's Not Even Like That" is brought to you by Limitless Laughs ProductionsHost: Pavar SnipeExecutive Producer: Emily TurnerExecutive Producer: Pavar SnipeProducer/Researcher: Laura SolowAssociate Producer: Pritika Sharma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Comedy writer and founder of “The Squeaky Wheel” Steven Verdile comes onto the pod to dive into the wild movie "Monkey Shines" and reveals that despite all of its rampant ableism, some of its scenes are actually kind of... groundbreaking?! On this Halloween episode, Steven and Pavar talk about just how frightening Hollywood's love of using disability in horror can be-- especially when it comes to creating villains. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Comedian, writer, performer, YALL fellow, and all-around hilarious human being, Dominique Nisperos reps for the invisible disability crew and talks about “First Blood” and how PTSD isn’t just about Rambo-ing out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sex, booze and Handi-Man. New York comedian, Mike Favor explains how his time at crip-camp makes the film version look like daycare... how “Forrest Gump” dashed his dreams... and how a bottle of Mad Dog 20/20 turned him into a real G. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s usually just like that. The ‘very special ​episode’ of your favorite show. The sad girl in ​a wheelchair. The paralized angry veteran. ​The disfigured villian. The asexual classmate. ​A side character. Tragic. Or more angelic ​than Jesus. It’s Not Even Like That is a ​comedic podcast that examines how the ​media depicts disability and smacks it in the ​face with a dose of reality! Through ​conversations with disabled comedians, ​actors, and media personalities, this show ​proves reality is funnier than fiction while ​smashing stereotypes along the way. Host Pavar Snipe and show Executive Producer Emily Turner chat about all the fun ahead. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.