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First Draft Feelings: a stand-up workshop show
Hosted by Liz Miele
Monthly live stand-up workshop show hosted by Liz Miele. Three comedians try 5 minutes of new material then the other comedians gives notes, ideas, tags and tell stories to help shape new ideas.
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- #6 - Matt Kirshen and Lisa CurryApr 15, 2026 · 1 hr 5 minEpisode 6 of the live show and podcast First Draft Feelings: A stand up workshop show hosted by Liz Miele where she and her friends try out brand new jokes and then give feedback in the form of tags, ideas, stories and encouragement. Learn how the comedy sausage is made with some of the best comedians working today. Liz talks about her struggles with moving to a new city and all the emotions that come along with it. Matt talks about rats and folk tales. Lisa has some family history she wants to discuss. "Another Miele" section was filled by my sister, Emily Miele!Come see the next show live July 2nd @ 7pm @ Flophouse in Brooklyn. Tickets here: http://lizmiele.com **Taking a break in LA to find a better location (hoping to restart in the summerJoin the patreon and help support the show and other comedians. All money is split evenly: https://www.patreon.com/cw/FirstDraftFeelingsSUBSCRIBE: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/firstdraftfeelings (listen, like, review!)Learn about the comedians: @LizMiele Her newest special, Space Camp is now available here: https://youtu.be/x53-2hTks2w?si=3tt851GDKbzKhAaX but she has several specials free on youtube + Her book "Why Cats Are A**holes" is available wherever you buy books Follow her on Instagram: http://instagram.com/lizmiele @ChannelMattKirshen check out his work at http://mattkirshen.com and you can follow him on Instagram: http://instagram.com/matt_kirshen @olympianlisacurry Her newest special "Emotional Edging" is available to watch here: https://youtu.be/iipzHWRTbQc?si=Iyw_qcoakjH3ccm4 And you can follow her on Instagram: http://instragam.com/olympianlisacurryRecorded and filmed Mar 22nd at Bar Lubitsch in Los AngelesSpecial thanks Emily Miele for Miele notes, to Dylan Lusk for filming and Danielle Lear for editing!
- #5 - John Hastings and Amy MillerMar 19, 2026 · 1 hr 8 minEpisode 5 of the live show and podcast First Draft Feelings: A stand up workshop show hosted by Liz Miele where she and her friends try out brand new jokes and then give feedback in the form of tags, ideas, stories and encouragement. Learn how the comedy sausage is made with some of the best comedians working today.First show in LA, baby! Great crowd, great comedians, great fun! Fun way to start in a new location. Liz talks about her new love for the show Heated Rivalry. John had a baby and its changed everything. Amy went through a break up and she has some important questions that need to be answered. "Another Miele" section was filled by my sister, Emily Miele!Come see the next show live Mar 22nd @ 8:30pm @ Bar Lubitsch in Los Angeles. Tickets here: http://lizmiele.comJoin the patreon and help support the show and other comedians. All money is split evenly: https://www.patreon.com/cw/FirstDraftFeelingsSUBSCRIBE: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/firstdraftfeelings (listen, like, review!)Learn about the comedians: @LizMiele Her newest special, Space Camp is now available here: https://youtu.be/x53-2hTks2w?si=3tt851GDKbzKhAaX but she has several specials free on youtube + Her book "Why Cats Are A**holes" is available wherever you buy books Follow her on Instagram: http://instagram.com/lizmiele @thejohnhastings His newest special "A somewhat special at the Mall" is free on youtube here: https://youtu.be/l1g6r7OXwt8?si=LeQQqsn31artU8nf You can follow him on Instagram: http://instagram.com/thejohnhastings @amymillercomedy Her newest album "California King" is available wherever you buy or stream music. And you can follow her on Instagram: http://instragam.com/amymillercomedyRecorded and filmed Feb 22nd at Bar Lubitsch in Los AngelesSpecial thanks to Dylan Lusk for filming and Danielle Lear for editing!
- #4 - Jourdain Fisher and Mia WilsonFeb 12, 2026 · 51 minEpisode 4 of the live show and podcast First Draft Feelings: A stand up workshop show hosted by Liz Miele where she and her friends try out brand new jokes and then give feedback in the form of tags, ideas, stories and encouragement. Learn how the comedy sausage is made with some of the best comedians working today.This episode the audience was a little tight but slowly started to open up and had some great suggestions at the end. We cover Liz trying pilates for the first time, Jourdain talking about getting new teeth and Mia wondering what happen to the great subway masterbaters. Sam was out this week who usually opens up the room but the "Another Miele" section will be back next month with my sister, EmilyCome see the next show live Feb 22nd @ 8:30pm @ Bar Lubitsch in Los Angeles. Tickets here: http://lizmiele.comJoin the patreon and help support the show and other comedians. All money is split evenly: https://www.patreon.com/cw/FirstDraftFeelingsSUBSCRIBE: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/firstdraftfeelings (listen, like, review!)Learn about the comedians:Liz Miele: Her newest special, Space Camp is now available here: https://youtu.be/x53-2hTks2w?si=3tt851GDKbzKhAaX but she has several specials free on youtube + Her book "Why Cats Are A**holes" is available wherever you buy books Follow her on Instagram: http://instagram.com/lizmieleJourdain Fisher: Has an album called "Good For You" that you can buy or stream and is currently on tour. You can follow him on Instagram: http://instagram.com/jourdainfisherMia Wilson: Co-produces a show in NYC called "New Money" and co-hosts the podcast "Are you mad at us?" and you can follow her on Instagram: http://instragam.com/noredavisRecorded and filmed Jan 18th Flophouse Comedy Club in Brooklyn, NYSpecial thanks to Dan Vezza and Nick Hopping
- #3 - Adrienne Iapalucci and Nore DavisJan 15, 2026 · 1 hr 19 minEpisode 3 of the live show and podcast First Draft Feelings: A stand up workshop show hosted by Liz Miele where she and her friends try out brand new jokes and then give feedback in the form of tags, ideas, stories and encouragement. Learn how the comedy sausage is made with some of the best comedians working today.This episode we cover Liz moving in with her boyfriend and worrying he might kill her Adrienne rehashes her international cruise vacation with her mom she doesn't get along with and Nore talks cartoons, drug companies and relationships. Our section "Another Miele" added yet another Miele. Both Sam and Emily Miele weigh in and give the comedians ideasCome see the next show live Jan 18th @ 7pm @ Flophouse in Brooklyn. (Last live show in Brooklyn. It moves to LA in Feb) Tickets here: http://lizmiele.comJoin the patreon and help support the show and other comedians. All money is split evenly: https://www.patreon.com/cw/FirstDraftFeelingsSUBSCRIBE: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/firstdraftfeelings (listen, like, review!)Learn about the comedians:Liz Miele: Her newest special, Space Camp is now available here: https://youtu.be/x53-2hTks2w?si=3tt851GDKbzKhAaX but she has several specials free on youtube + Her book "Why Cats Are A**holes" is available wherever you buy books Follow her on Instagram: http://instagram.com/lizmiele Adrienne Iapalucci: Her newest special, The Dark Queen is available on Netflix and you can follow her on Instagram: http://instagram.com/adrienneiapalucci Nore Davis: He has a bunch of albums you can buy or stream and You can follow him on Instagram: http://instragam.com/noredavis Recorded and filmed Dec 23rd @ Flophouse Comedy Club in Brooklyn, NY Special thanks to Dan Vezza and Nick Hopping
- #2 - Jim Tews and Carmen LagalaDec 11, 2025 · 1 hr 5 minEpisode 2 of the new live show and podcast First Draft Feelings: A stand up workshop show hosted by Liz Miele where she and her friends try out brand new jokes and then give feedback in the form of tags, ideas, stories and encouragement. Learn how the comedy sausage is made with some of the best comedians working today.This episode we cover someone carving into Liz's car and her accidentally spreading hate. Jim having stomach issues and no longer able to eat anything and Carmen moves in with a bunch of 20 somethings and loves it. We also added a new section called "Another Miele" where Sam Miele, Liz's brother gives ideas and well as asking the audience!Come see the next show live Dec 21st @ 7pm @ Flophouse in Brooklyn. Tickets here: http://lizmiele.comJoin the patreon and help support the show and other comedians. All money is split evenly: https://www.patreon.com/cw/FirstDraftFeelingsSUBSCRIBE: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/firstdraftfeelings (listen, like, review!)Learn about the comedians: @LizMiele Her newest special, Space Camp is now available here: https://youtu.be/x53-2hTks2w?si=3tt851GDKbzKhAaX but she has several specials free on youtube + Her book "Why Cats Are A**holes" is available wherever you buy books Follow her on Instagram: http://instagram.com/lizmiele @jimtews His newest special, With Pictures is now available here: https://youtu.be/MIrOEshft5g?si=9d9s8an6WzIna43I and you can follow him on Instagram: http://instagram.com/jimtews @carmenlagalacomedy Her new special, Sweet Batch is available here: https://youtu.be/0gu4LUMAh3s?si=jkxhr12LypO20C5q You can follow her on Instagram: http://instragam.com/carmstagramsRecorded and filmed Oct 17th @FlophouseComedy in Brooklyn, NYSpecial thanks to Dan Vezza and @nickhopping
- #1 - Shafi Hossain and Josh GondelmanNov 1, 2025 · 1 hr 2 minEpisode 1 of the new live show and podcast First Draft Feelings: A stand up workshop show hosted by Liz Miele where she and her friends try out brand new jokes and then give feedback in the form of tags, ideas, stories and encouragement. Learn how the comedy sausage is made with some of the best comedians working today. This episode we cover Liz receiving a cease and desist because of her new specials and realizing she wants her dad to fix it and her surprise move to LA. Shafi covers healthy snacks and gives a brief history lesson and Josh talks about his most amazing New York experience. Learn about the comedians: Liz Miele: Her newest special, Space Camp is now available at but she has several specials free on youtube + Her book "Why Cats Are A**holes" is available wherever you buy books Follow her on Instagram here Shafi Hossain: His newest special, Not From Here is now available here and you can follow him on Instagram here Josh Gondelman: His newest special, Positive Reinforcement is available here and his book, Nice Try is available wherever books are sold. You can follow him on Instagram here Recorded and filmed Oct 17th @ Flophouse in Brooklyn, NY Special thanks to Dan Vezza and Nick Hopping