Steep Conversations With Josh Lanzet

She's racked up more mentions on the podcast than anybody else, so to celebrate our 100th episode, we're welcoming Jessica Simino to the podcast! She may not be a comedian, but she's married to Josh and has spent a lot of time drinking tea and watching comedy, so she's the perfect guest! While sipping on a cup of Blueberry and Peach Bird and Blend tea, Josh and Jess talk about exes on reality shows, watching movies on a phone, and favorite dates. Jess' social media:Instagram Josh’s socials:Instagram/TikTok/YouTube/Twitter/Facebook: @JoshLanzet Steep Conversations socials:Instagram/Youtube/Facebook: @SteepConversationsTikTok/Twitter: @SteepConvos

Welcome Josh Edelman on the pod! Josh is an award winning comedian, filmmaker, producer, and magician. He recently directed the stand up comedy documentary “Mentally Al” and is also the creator and star of “Best Friends! Web Series,” as well as the host of "The Jew Rogaine Experience" podcast. He also created the LA Comedy Underground where he produces some of LA's most popular monthly shows. While sipping on a cup of Smith Tea's Golden Light Tumeric tea, Josh and Josh talk about how not to release a webseries, nepobabies, and overhated films. Josh Edelman’s social media:InstagramTikTokTwitterFacebookYouTube Josh’s socials:Instagram/TikTok/YouTube/Twitter/Facebook: @JoshLanzet Steep Conversations socials:Instagram/Youtube/Facebook: @SteepConversationsTikTok/Twitter: @SteepConvos

Welcome Esteban Gast on the pod! As a Colombian-American comedian and writer, Esteban is the comedian-in-residence at Generation180, starred in the VICELAND tv show "Jungletown," and was awarded one of the top 100 Latinos in the world taking action on climate change. He also co-wrote the movie “Thena” (coming out in 2025) as well as the book and lyrics for the comedy-musical "Teacher of the Year." While sipping on a cup of Mango leaf tea by Awaken Aroma, Josh and Esteban talk about Show and Tell, Attractive scientists, and Winnie the Pooh at the diddy party. Esteban’s social media:InstagramTikTokTwitterFacebookYouTube Josh’s socials:Instagram/TikTok/YouTube/Twitter/Facebook: @JoshLanzet Steep Conversations socials:Instagram/Youtube/Facebook: @SteepConversationsTikTok/Twitter: @SteepConvos

Welcome Ryan Conner on the pod! Ryan has been on the “Late Late Show with James Corden” and was a Top-10 finalist on NBC’s “Last Comic Standing.” In addition to touring the country doing stand-up, Ryan is a writer/producer for MTV’s “Ridiculousness” and was a writer for TruTV’s “Billy On The Street.” His new special “Live from DC” and his album “Live From An Old Prison” are now on all streamers and his debut novel, “The Party,” is available on Amazon. While sipping on a cup of Bird and Blend's Rhubarb and Custard tea, Josh and Ryan talk about writing a novel, comedy in DC, and a hatred for the game Clue. Ryan’s social media:InstagramTikTokTwitter Josh’s socials:Instagram/TikTok/YouTube/Twitter/Facebook: @JoshLanzet Steep Conversations socials:Instagram/Youtube/Facebook: @SteepConversationsTikTok/Twitter: @SteepConvos

Welcome Kaela Crawford on the pod! Kaela is a stand-up comedian who is featured on Season 2 of Amazon Prime Video's “Laugh After Dark,” in addition to her latest comedy special “2 Moms 1 Mic” on Amazon Prime. She has also toured the country with the legendary Paul Rodriguez and was crowned Burbank's Funniest Female in 2017. While sipping on a cup of Rishi's Peach Blossom white tea, Josh and Kaela talk about Jewish foods, greeting cards, and sleepy serial killers. Kaela’s social media:InstagramTikTokTwitterJosh’s socials:Instagram/TikTok/YouTube/Twitter/Facebook: @JoshLanzet Steep Conversations socials:Instagram/Youtube/Facebook: @SteepConversationsTikTok/Twitter: @SteepConvos

Welcome Rachele Friedland on the pod! Rachele is a comedian and writer who has featured for multiple comics and performed at festivals like AKB4UDIE, Beast Village, Broke LA. You can listen to her debut comedy album “Certified Delight” out now on all platforms! While sipping on a cup of Rishi's Ginger Tea, Josh and Rachele talk about Olds in media, cruise ship crimes and reality TV. Rachele’s social media:InstagramTikTokTwitterFacebookYouTube Josh’s socials:Instagram/TikTok/YouTube/Twitter/Facebook: @JoshLanzet Steep Conversations socials:Instagram/Youtube/Facebook: @SteepConversationsTikTok/Twitter: @SteepConvos

Welcome Sonia Denis on the pod! Sonia is a comedian and an Emmy-nominated writer whose work has been featured on HBO’s A Black Lady Sketch Show, The New Yorker, and McSweeney’s Internet Tendency. She also appeared on Adult Swim’s BIRDGIRL, HBO’s High Maintenance, and Netflix’s Bojack Horseman. Sonia is also set to appear in the upcoming MARVEL series Ironheart on Disney+! While sipping on a cup of Black Cherry Berry Celestial Seasonings Tea, Josh and Sonia talk about her upcoming role in Disney's Ironheart, fresh starts, and networking in Hollywood. Sonia’s social media:InstagramTikTokTwitter Josh’s socials:Instagram/TikTok/YouTube/Twitter/Facebook: @JoshLanzet Steep Conversations socials:Instagram/Youtube/Facebook: @SteepConversationsTikTok/Twitter: @SteepConvos

Welcome Matt Durndak on the pod! Originally from Florida, Matt is a stand up comic who has performed at festivals and clubs across the country including Blue Whale Comedy Festival, Westside Showdown, and The World Series of Comedy. While sipping on a cup of Blackberry Blizzard by David's Tea, Josh and Matt talk about fried food, tax evasion and chronic diseases Matt’s social media:InstagramTwitterFacebook Josh’s socials:Instagram/TikTok/YouTube/Twitter/Facebook: @JoshLanzet Steep Conversations socials:Instagram/Youtube/Facebook: @SteepConversationsTikTok/Twitter: @SteepConvos

Welcome Chad Opitz on the pod! Chad is a comic hailing from the Bay Area who was a featured performer at the 2016-2024 San Francisco Sketchfests and the winner of Jimmy Gunn's "Best Newcomer" award. He’s been in many short films and TV series, including his role as "young Francis Ford Coppola" for the 4th season of Amazon Prime's Goliath, and much more! While sipping on a cup of "Me To We India" from David's Tea, Josh and Chad talk about Character Acting, Overrated Movies, and Breakfast Chad’s social media:InstagramTikTokTwitterFacebook Josh’s socials:Instagram/TikTok/YouTube/Twitter/Facebook: @JoshLanzet Steep Conversations socials:Instagram/Youtube/Facebook: @SteepConversationsTikTok/Twitter: @SteepConvos Josh’s socials: Instagram/TikTok/YouTube/Twitter/Facebook: @JoshLanzet Steep Conversations socials: Instagram/Youtube/Facebook: @SteepConversations TikTok/Twitter: @SteepConvos