The conversation delves into the early years of comedy, the journey of the comedians, an incident on a cruise, the impact of social media on comedy, the Italian American community, and personal loss. It explores the psychological aspect of comedy and the influence of social media on the industry. The conversation delves into the importance of family connections and the impact of personal relationships on the comedian's life and career. It also explores the success and challenges of the comedy circuit, as well as the changes in life and career choices.

Takeaways

• Comedy is a psychological game
• The impact of social media on comedy Family connections
• Success in comedy

Chapters

• 00:00 The Early Years of Comedy
• 04:58 The Incident on the Cruise
• 22:48 Italian American Community and Personal Loss
• 33:36 The Impact of Personal Relationships
• 41:07 Life and Career Changes

Bill Branca returns to the studio for a deeper, more personal conversation.

In this episode, Bill opens up about his past struggles with cocaine, his time in rehab, and the process of rebuilding his life on his own terms. He shares why he doesn’t define himself by labels, and how that mindset shaped his comeback — both personally and professionally.

Along the way, Bill delivers classic behind-the-scenes stories from working with Chris Rock and Martin Lawrence, offering a rare look inside the world of high-level comedy and client loyalty.

It’s raw, honest, and unfiltered — a conversation about setbacks, resilience, and doing things your own way.

How Not to Bomb with Michael “Wheels” Parise — where real stories meet real lessons.

The conversation covers the launch of 'How Not to Bomb: A Stand-Up Comedy Guide' and the challenges faced by new comedians. It also delves into the impact of AI on the future, the Blowout Growth Network, and the setbacks faced by businesses, including the 'Chicken Joint' owned by Gio Arretos. The conversation covers the rise and fall of a restaurant, the lessons learned from a tragic fire, the impact of AI on real estate and music, and the resistance to AI adoption. It also explores the influence of AI on golf and other industries, the importance of adaptation, and the challenges faced by older generations in embracing AI. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including embracing rejection, the power of EDM music, time travel, the impact of AI, and the evolution of cannabis technology. Michael Wheels Parise shares insights on resilience, learning from failure, and the impact of technology on various industries. The conversation also delves into personal achievements, family, and the use of AI in golf. Additionally, the Riverside app and AI technology are discussed.

Takeaways

• Stand-up comedy guide launch
• Impact of AI on business
• Business setbacks and recovery The importance of multiple revenue streams
• The impact of AI on various industries Embracing rejection and resilience are key to success
• AI technology has the power to transform various industries

Chapters

• 00:00 How Not to Bomb: A Stand-Up Comedy Guide
• 06:35 Introduction of Special Guest: Gio Arretos
• 11:45 The Chicken Joint and Business Setbacks
• 29:46 The Rise and Fall of the Restaurant
• 35:31 Rebuilding and Lessons Learned
• 49:08 The Impact of AI on Golf and Other Industries
• 57:37 Resistance to AI Adoption
• 01:03:15 Fear of the Unknown
• 01:08:59 Adaptable Focus
• 01:14:57 Resilience and Learning from Failure
• 01:20:27 Personal Achievements and Family
• 01:25:41 Promoting City Ritual and Cannabis Culture