Close But Way Off

Comedians Abbas Wahab and Jordan Policicchio chronicle their rise in the stand-up and acting worlds while taking unfounded shots at pop culture and current events.

63 Episodes

South Sudan vs USA, Twisters Review, Back to school shopping, THE FINAL EPISODE | #64
7/26/2024
1:07:55
In today's episode, Abbas and Jordan dive into the classic movie "Twister," discuss the South Sudan vs. USA basketball match, and reminisce about back-to-school shopping. Jordan shares his recent trip to Ottawa, and they chat about the benefits of waking up early and working out. Plus, Abbas reveals his new YouTube strategy. 🎟️🎟️AbbasWahab.com linktr.ee/jordanpolicicchio ⁠⁠Produced by: Person1Productions Connect⁠⁠ linktr.ee/abbaswahab⁠⁠⁠⁠ linktr.ee/jordanpolicicchio ⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/person1prod
That time I got a Racist Couple Arrested, Selling Comedy, Not Like Us | #63
7/19/2024
58:41
In today's episode, Abbas and Jordan dive into what it's like when your girl gets you new things to wear, the art of selling comedy.Drake vs Kendrick Lamar aftermath wanting to drive a Porche 996, why July and August are dead months for stand-up. 🎟️🎟️AbbasWahab.com linktr.ee/jordanpolicicchio ⁠⁠Produced by: Person1Productions Connect⁠⁠ linktr.ee/abbaswahab⁠⁠⁠⁠ linktr.ee/jordanpolicicchio ⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/person1prod
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Kill Tony, Gladiator 2 & F1 Trailer, The Ontario Phone Ban | #62
7/12/2024
1:22:41
In today's episode, Abbas and Jordan tackle everything from getting heckled in Winnipeg, skyrocketing prices at Roots, why Greeks and Italians are info junkies, compare police officer work to teacher salaries, the phone ban in Ontario schools, the world becoming nerfed, mastering your craft, and deciding whether to get out of the way or stay the course, the advantages of obscurity, and dive deep into Casey Rocket and the Kill Tony universe. To top it off, they break down the latest Gladiator 2 and F1 Trailers. 🎟️🎟️AbbasWahab.com linktr.ee/jordanpolicicchio⁠⁠ Produced by: Person1Productions Connect ⁠⁠linktr.ee/abbaswahab⁠ ⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/jordanpolicicchio⁠ ⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/person1prod
Nate Jackson's Crowd work Joint, Celtics win the NBA Championship, What apple NEEDS to do | #61
6/21/2024
1:01:35
In today's episode of Close But Way Off, Abbas and Jordan dive into Nate Jackson’s “Crowd Work Joint” and share insights on creating crowd work material, championship sports, performing comedy in the States, selling merch, the pros and cons of Chinese knock-offs, banging with eyes closed , and how TikTok has changed the game for everyone. 🎟️🎟️AbbasWahab.com linktr.ee/jordanpolicicchio⁠⁠ Produced by: Person1Productions Connect ⁠⁠linktr.ee/abbaswahab⁠ ⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/jordanpolicicchio⁠ ⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/person1prod
Furiosa is losing money, Things to know when pregnant, Finding Faith at your lowest | #60
6/14/2024
1:06:02
In today's episode of Close But Way Off, Abbas and Jordan tackle a fascinating mix of topics. They kick off with a humorous debate on the concept of an "iDick", popping pimples, historical perspectives on being gay, the minds of serial killers. Mad Max Furiosa's financial struggles, finding faith at your lowest, and Abbas's lessons on punctuality, Trump's travel ban, tax loopholes in property, the engineering marvels of cars, pregnancy insights, and the intricacies of shopping for American condos. #SerialKillers#TrumpTravelBan#TaxLoopholes#AmericanCondos 🎟️🎟️AbbasWahab.com linktr.ee/jordanpolicicchio⁠⁠ Produced by: Person1Productions Connect ⁠⁠linktr.ee/abbaswahab⁠ ⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/jordanpolicicchio⁠ ⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/person1prod
Why Trump Will Win, Islam Makhachev Vs Dustin Poirier at UFC 302, Kanye's Masks | #59
6/7/2024
1:01:55
In today's episode of Close But Way Off, Abbas and Jordan cover a wide range of topics. They starting with the challenges of purchasing property and doing lawn work, the implications of a cashless society. Jordan shares insights from his intermediate acting class and the short film they're working on. They also discuss shoe and fashion trends, Abbas's upcoming trip to America, the recent news about Trump found guilty on 34 felony charges, why all products suck, and the results of Islam Makhachev Vs Dustin Poirier at UFC 302. 🎟️🎟️AbbasWahab.com linktr.ee/jordanpolicicchio⁠⁠ Produced by: Person1Productions Connect ⁠⁠linktr.ee/abbaswahab⁠ ⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/jordanpolicicchio⁠ ⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/person1prod
Tires by Shane Gillis, Jordan's Wedding, Jake Paul Vs Mike Tyson | #58
5/31/2024
1:09:05
In today's episode of Close But Way Off, Abbas and Jordan talk about Jordan's wedding and the booming wedding business, Tyson vs. Paul, Shane Gillis' new show Tires, Abbas's latest direct content endeavors, Steph Tolev's appearance on Maron and meet the new commercial guy that takes away all you commercial bookings. 🎟️🎟️AbbasWahab.com linktr.ee/jordanpolicicchio⁠⁠ Produced by: Person1Productions Connect ⁠⁠linktr.ee/abbaswahab⁠ ⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/jordanpolicicchio⁠ ⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/person1prod
Bad Bunny In English, Driving In Toronto, The end of Kendrick Vs Drake |#57
5/24/2024
1:03:30
In today's episode, Abbas and Jordan tackle the chaos of driving in Toronto, the curious fashion Balenciaga, skullet dreadlocks, and the mouthwatering allure of Badiali Pizza. They discuss the ending of the Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar Beef and dis-tracks, explore the intersection of music and stand-up comedy, and Bad Bunny's lyrics in English,and the end of the Fast and Furious saga. 🎟️🎟️AbbasWahab.com linktr.ee/jordanpolicicchio⁠⁠ Produced by: Person1Productions Connect ⁠⁠linktr.ee/abbaswahab⁠ ⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/jordanpolicicchio⁠ ⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/person1prod
The Roast Of Tom Brady, Boeing Whistleblowers, Shaq Beefs with Shannon Sharpe | #56
5/17/2024
1:03:57
In today's episode, Abbas and Jordan talk about the surprising revelation that reading improves acting skills, as Earl (Jordan's new acting coach) insists, deep contemplations about the afterlife, stage names, Shaq's beef with Shannon Sharpe, Netflix's Roast of Tom Brady, and Boeing whistleblowers not making it to the stand. 🎟️🎟️AbbasWahab.com linktr.ee/jordanpolicicchio⁠⁠ Produced by: Person1Productions Connect ⁠⁠linktr.ee/abbaswahab⁠ ⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/jordanpolicicchio⁠ ⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/person1prod
Kendirck Lamar Vs Drake, Opening A US Bank Account, Comedy in New York|#55
5/10/2024
1:06:14
In today's episode, Abbas and Jordan kick things off with a debate over Drake versus Kendrick Lamar Dis-tracks, Abbas shares his exciting news of receiving approval to work in America, sparking a discussion on the process and challenges of opening a bank account abroad, the comedy scene in New York, sharing tips and tricks for aspiring comedians and reflecting on their own experiences. 🎟️🎟️AbbasWahab.com linktr.ee/jordanpolicicchio⁠⁠ Produced by: Person1Productions Connect ⁠⁠linktr.ee/abbaswahab⁠ ⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/jordanpolicicchio⁠ ⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/person1prod

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Close But Way Off

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63 Episodes

South Sudan vs USA, Twisters Review, Back to school shopping, THE FINAL EPISODE | #64

That time I got a Racist Couple Arrested, Selling Comedy, Not Like Us | #63

Kill Tony, Gladiator 2 & F1 Trailer, The Ontario Phone Ban | #62

Nate Jackson's Crowd work Joint, Celtics win the NBA Championship, What apple NEEDS to do | #61

Furiosa is losing money, Things to know when pregnant, Finding Faith at your lowest | #60

Why Trump Will Win, Islam Makhachev Vs Dustin Poirier at UFC 302, Kanye's Masks | #59

Tires by Shane Gillis, Jordan's Wedding, Jake Paul Vs Mike Tyson | #58

Bad Bunny In English, Driving In Toronto, The end of Kendrick Vs Drake |#57

The Roast Of Tom Brady, Boeing Whistleblowers, Shaq Beefs with Shannon Sharpe | #56

Kendirck Lamar Vs Drake, Opening A US Bank Account, Comedy in New York|#55