House of Bad Comedy Podcast

An Old Fling Texted After 10 Years… Now What?

Have you ever had an ex slide into your messages years later and make you question everything?  👀  This episode is a mini joke-workshopping session for one of Adamandia’s bits based on a very unexpected DM from a friends-with-benefits fling from over 10 years ago.
Adamandia always wanted to be the one who got away… but what happens when the past suddenly reaches out? Is it flattering, awkward, or just confusing?
 

Why Accepting Compliments Feels So Awkward (And Why We Say Weird Things)

Ever feel super awkward when someone compliments you?  Like you want to say thank you… but instead something weird comes out?  Yup, SAME. 😅
In this episode, Adamandia and Vanessa get into the strange, hilarious, and slightly uncomfortable world of receiving compliments. Why do compliments make us feel both good and embarrassed, especially when other people are around?
Vanessa shares her struggle with accepting compliments and a realization about where that discomfort might come from, while Adamandia explores the weird dichotomy of praise: it feels great… and also kind of cringey. Along the way, they wonder if this podcast is secretly turning into a therapy session and defend everyone who has ever said something awkward after receiving a compliment.
They also talk about why familiar patterns and comfort zones aren’t always healthy, and how growth sometimes requires leaning into a little discomfort.
If you’ve ever laughed off a compliment, deflected it, or responded with something you instantly regretted, this episode is for you!

Open Mic Prep: Dating, Vegans & Questionable Stair Decisions

This week on House of Bad Comedy, they're back in the comedy lab.
Vanessa shares brand-new stand-up comedy material she’s been working on ahead of an upcoming open mic, and Adamandia helps her workshop the jokes in real time.  Get ready for dating jokes (yes, the ex makes another appearance), an observational bit about vegans, and some very real thoughts about using the stairs in your 40s.

Sad Girl Era: Tears, Healing…and Maybe Calling a Psychic?

Grief isn't linear.  Sometimes, it's messy!
In this episode, Adamandia and Vanessa dive deeper into the grieving process, what it really feels like to give yourself permission to cry, and why making space for your emotions can actually be healing.
Adamandia also opens up about some unexpected ways she tried to cope with grief…like visits with psychics and intuitive readers. 👀 What was that experience actually like? Did it bring comfort, clarity… or something else entirely? And would she ever do it again?
Listen in for real talk about grief, complicated emotions, and looking for comfort in unconventional places.

Red Flags, Bad Relationships & How Grief Led Us to Stand-Up Comedy

In this week’s episode of House of Bad Comedy, Adamandia and Vanessa circle back to their conversation about critical thinking in relationships (yes… more on Vanessa’s ex 👀).  They talk about red flags and what happens when you ignore your gut because you're trying to be "understanding."  Spoiler: growth happens.  Sometimes, on the comedy stage.
Then they chat about how they each got into stand-up comedy, and how grief, loss, and big life changes pushed them toward the stage in the first place.  It’s honest, reflective, and a little bit messy.
Quick heads up: the first five minutes are a little staticky.  Thank you, technology!  After that, we’re crystal clear (emotionally…debatable).
Thanks for listening and sticking with us while we figure out this thing in real time. 

Staring at Dicks, Tits, and Other Comedy Experiments

It finally happened!  Workshopping jokes on the podcast!
In this episode, Adamandia and Vanessa share material they’re actively developing, talk through what’s working, and what absolutely isn’t.  They somehow end up discussing dicks, tits, and the weird places comedy takes you. If you’ve ever wondered how jokes are born (or die) this one’s for you.

Live Show Alert: International Women’s Day 🎤

Quick update!  Adamandia and Vanessa are performing for International Women’s Day with an amazing lineup of incredible women.  
 
Expect fresh material and performances that are a little outside their usual stand-up comfort zone. 
 
Sunday, March 8th at House of Comedy in New Westminster, BC.
Tickets are limited so get them HERE before they’re gone!
 

Critical Thinking, Bad Relationships, and Learning the Hard Way

How much damage can a lack of critical thinking actually do?
In this episode, Adamandia and Vanessa unpack why critical thinking matters way beyond school.  Adamandia shares why this topic hits close to home, while Vanessa reflects on how ignoring red flags (and her own instincts) showed up in a past relationship.  They get vulnerable, reflective, and a little uncomfortable, in the best way.

Meet House of Bad Comedy: Burnout, Bravery, and Bad Jokes

Welcome to House of Bad Comedy!  It's where Adamandia and Vanessa figure things out in real time and laugh through the chaos.
In the first episode, Adamandia and Vanessa talk about why they started this podcast and a bit about where they're at in their lives.
If you’ve ever felt stuck, unsure, or like you’re starting over again… you’re in the right house.