Paul Vato Presents:

About Paul Vato Presents:

Comedic actor, Paul Vato, interviews his celebrity friends from entertainment, social media, travel, poker and business. Meet, laugh and learn from famous actors, improvisors, comedians, singers, vo artists, influencers, and entrepreneurs from around the globe! Paul Vato has appeared on MADtv, The Sarah Silverman Program, Cedric The Entertainer Presents:, Reno 911, The Bold and The Beautiful, and ABC's To Tell The Truth. He appeared opposite Nicholas Cage in The Trust movie. PaulVato.com | PaulVatoPresents.com

Publisher

Paul Vato

Category

comedy

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

23 Jun 2021

Latest episode

18 Sept 2023

Latest episodes

53 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   18 Sept 2023

   Chasing Dreams: The Inspiring Journey of Singer, Actor, and Entrepreneur Afina Madoian!

   This singer, actor and improv artist who comes from the Republic of Moldova, embarked on a daring journey when she was just 14 years old, leaving the comfort of her hometown to pursue her dreams in the sprawling city of Los Angeles. Afina's tale is a testament to bravery and resilience in the face of adversity, having to juggle a tedious job, the harsh realities of immigration, and her own online business, all while honing her passion for music. Afina Madoian shares the story of how Sweet Dreams was born. She explains the lyrics of the song, written as a source of comfort and support to herself during difficult times. Afina has recently started acting and shares the journey of her success so far. From her struggles in the unfamiliar land to the birth of her heartfelt song, 'Sweet Dreams', and her recent leap into acting, Afina's story shows us the beauty that can blossom when we dare to chase our dreams. She also shares about her current writing projects and her exciting plans for future music releases. Afina's journey is a lesson in perseverance and hope, and we're excited to share it with all of you. We hope her story ignites a spark in those who are at the crossroads of choosing between their passion and practicality. So grab a cup of your preferred beverage, sit back, and prepare to be inspired by Afina's journey filled with music, love, longing, and dreams. CHAPTERS (0:00:00) - A Conversation With Singer Afina Madoian: Afina Madoian left Moldova at 14 to pursue singing, worked long hours, built an online business, and ultimately quit to pursue music full-time. (0:13:39) - Pursuing a Music Career: Afina Madoian faced challenges transitioning to the US, going from packer to sales operations manager while pursuing music and opening an online business. (0:20:11) - Dreams, Songwriting, and Acting: Afina Madoian shares her story of creating Sweet Dreams, her acting journey, and upcoming singles. AFINA MADOIAN Soul, jazz and pop singer Afina Madoian (who goes by the mononym Afina) was born and raised in Moldova, performing since childhood all over Europe and landing a spot on X-Factor Romania in 2014. The Los Angeles performer with bountiful curly hair, a striking voice and an even bigger heart was granted the prestigious O1 visa for extraordinary abilities in the arts when she was just 19 years of age. Afina's story is one of bravery, intense isolation but most of all of an immigrant artist following her dreams. The powerhouse vocalist speaks Romanian, English and Russian and she is cultured beyond her years, immersed at a young age in Jewish, Greek and Armenian cultures growing up in Moldova. With a recognizable presence, Afina’s vocal prowess and stylings may remind listeners of artists like Amy Winehouse, Christina Aguilera, Alicia Keys, Jennifer Hudson, and even Beyonce and Whitney Houston. Paul Vato ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Paul Vato⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://withkoji.com/@Actor) is an actor, improvisor, comedian, poker player, podcaster & entrepreneur. Connect with Paul Vato across all social media at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PaulVato.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://withkoji.com/@Actor) SPONSORS - Are you a podcaster and/or a social audio enthusiast? Join the Podcast Elcat Mastermind & Think Tank at ⁠PodcastEclat.com⁠ (https://bit.ly/PodcastEclat). - Check out Paul Vato's Step by Step Podcast Launch Course & Ignite Your Brand's Voice! Available at ⁠⁠PaulVato.com⁠⁠ (https://bit.ly/PodcastLaunchCourse) - Buy The Kama Sucia aka The Filthy Bed at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠VATO.tv⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://vato.tv/). Thank you! - Monetize your time & knowledge w/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Owwll⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://owwll.com/). Enter referral code "VATO" at sign-up to get $10 to use on the app: Apple: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠apple.co/35HC0hd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://apple.co/35HC0hd) • Android: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠bit.ly/OwwllGooglePlay⁠⁠⁠ (https://bit.ly/OwwllGooglePlay)

2. 

   12 Sept 2023

   Exploring Art, Laughter and Resilience with Illustrator, Jason Seiler!

   Navigating the realm of art and comedy can often feel like walking a tightrope, especially when politics enter the picture. This episode features a conversation with Jason Seiler, an esteemed illustrator whose work has graced the covers of Time Magazine multiple times. Together, we uncover the nuances of capturing political figures in art, and the responsibility that comes with it. Jason shares his insights about treating his artwork as a form of recording history - a perspective that is both thought-provoking and reveals the delicate balance needed when dealing with political personalities. When Jason Seiler isn't painting, he's making people laugh. A personal anecdote leads us into his journey into stand-up comedy, spurred by encouragement from Steve Byrne who noticed his artwork for a documentary. Jason's first set at the Chicago Improv wasn't just a daring leap, it was a springboard for more opportunities. He shares the struggles he faced, his eventual triumph, and how Byrne continued to support him, paving the way for a remarkable career that blurs the line between art and comedy. We also delve into the challenges faced by content creators in today's world, and the courage needed to handle criticism. A bold statement by Jason about his video going viral, offers a masterclass in resilience and transforms our understanding of how art, comedy, and personal growth intertwine. This episode promises a deep exploration into the world of art, comedy, politics, and the surprising ways they intersect. Don't miss out on this engaging journey that spans from the pages of Time Magazine to the stages of stand-up comedy. JASON SEILER Jason Seiler is a Chicago based artist and standup comedian, and producer of The Breaking the Law Comedy Show! Originally from Green Bay Wisconsin, Jason moved to Chicago in 1996 and created a career for himself in illustration, painting covers for publications such as Time Magazine, Rolling Stone, The New Yorker, MAD magazine and more!!! Always a comedian at heart, Jason had the pleasure of having the great Steve Byrne on his podcast, "Face the Truth", Steve invited him to try stand up for the first time and asked him to do a guest spot for him, at The Chicago Improv. I know, crazy right? Jason agreed to do it, the show went great, and he has since opened 5 more times for Steve, and the rest is history! His silly sense of humor, dry wit, and likable disposition, help illustrate stories and jokes drawn from personal experience. CHAPTERS (0:00:00) - Art, Politics, and Freedom of Expression: Jason and I discuss art, stand-up comedy, reactions to his art, and balancing work with politicians. (0:15:24) - From Punk Bands to Stand-Up Comedy: Jason Seiler's journey to stand-up comedy was encouraged by Steve Byrne, culminating in a successful five-minute set at the Chicago Improv. (0:24:56) - Artist's Offense and Recognition Navigation: Risks of content creation, pride of Time Magazine cover, handling negative comments, importance of true fans, and Sam Kinison's advice discussed. (0:28:49) - Viral Video and Artistic Resilience: Jason Seiler reflects on the power of comedy and risks of content creation, and how going viral 15 years ago changed his outlook on life. PAUL VATO ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Paul Vato⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://withkoji.com/@Actor) is an actor, improvisor, comedian, poker player, podcaster & entrepreneur. Connect with Paul Vato across all social media at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PaulVato.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://withkoji.com/@Actor) SPONSORS - Are you a podcaster and/or a social audio enthusiast? Join the Podcast Elcat Mastermind & Think Tank at PodcastEclat.com (https://bit.ly/PodcastEclat). - Check out Paul Vato's Step by Step Podcast Launch Course & Ignite Your Brand's Voice! Available at ⁠PaulVato.com⁠ (https://bit.ly/PodcastLaunchCourse) - Buy The Kama Sucia aka The Filthy Bed at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠VATO.tv⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://vato.tv/). Thank you! - Monetize your time & knowledge w/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Owwll⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://owwll.com/). Enter referral code "VATO" at sign-up to get $10 to use on the app: Apple: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠apple.co/35HC0hd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://apple.co/35HC0hd) • Android: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠bit.ly/OwwllGooglePlay⁠⁠ (https://bit.ly/OwwllGooglePlay)

3. 

   26 Aug 2023

   Exploring Cultural Identity and Humor with Japanese-American Stand Up Comedian Michelle MaliZAki!

   Uncover the candid and quirky world of Michelle MaliZAki, a stand-up comedian navigating the waters of cultural identity and humor. Our conversation with her is a delightful romp through her personal experiences from being a Japanese-American, having pets named after food items, and working in diverse fields like TV production and stand-up comedy. She opens up about her journey from Japan to America, her love for American television, and her surprising viral success with a song about napping. The laughter continues as we follow Michelle’s career path from working as a TV production assistant in Japan to stand-up comedy. Hear about her fascinating travels with the Yankees, trying out local foods at various baseball stadiums. She shares her transition into comedy, with improv classes at the Second City and Upright Citizens Brigade, and the surprising viral success of her song about napping. Also, learn why she always stylizes her last name as MaliZAki. The conversation gets even more interesting as we explore cultural differences and misconceptions. Discover the distinct variations between different regions of Japan and how Michelle blended in when she studied Taekwondo and developed a love for sushi. She shares a hilarious account of recognizing a Japanese person from Osaka due to their loud talking, and recounts her visits to Italy, Scotland, and England. Don't miss her funny anecdote about getting paid to see male genitalia during her sports-related job, and her first attempt at stand-up comedy in 2017. Plus, you'll hear about her encounter with the Minnesota Saints mascot, Hamlet the pig. Be sure to check out Michelle on Instagram and look into Ocean Tree Creative (https://www.oceantreecreative.com)'s post-production services and podcast coaching. Michelle MaliZAki The Number One Japanese Mom, Michelle MaliZAki, came from Japan to pursue her mom's dream, to become an American housewife! Michelle MaliZAki is a musical artist and a standup comedian. Her song, Nap Time! By nap8sta is the official song for National Napping Day. She was the second place winner at Calgary FunnyFest Comedy Competition (2023) and runner up for the US Comedy Contest in 2021 and the finalist for the Clean Comedy Challenge in 2020 and 2021. Her play, “How Did You Get TO LA?”, co-written with Christine Blackburn, premiered at Hollywood Fringe 2022. Connect with Michelle MaliZAki at ⁠⁠⁠MichelleMaliZAki.com⁠⁠⁠ (www.michellemalizaki.com), on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/mmalizaki/%E2%81%A0) & ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@mmalizaki?). HIGHLIGHTS (0:00:01) - Cultural Identity and Stand-Up Comedy (0:08:56) - TV Production, Comedy, Viral Songs (0:18:18) - Misconceptions and Cultural Differences (0:32:18) - Gratitude, Support, and Promotion EPISODES (0:00:01) - Cultural Identity and Stand-Up Comedy: Michelle's experience of becoming an American citizen, her pet names, Japanese beliefs, and affinity for American TV are discussed. (0:08:56) - TV Production, Comedy, Viral Songs: Michelle travelled to Japan, visited baseball stadiums, tried local food, transitioned into stand-up comedy, and wrote a viral song about napping. (0:18:18) - Misconceptions and Cultural Differences: Michelle shared her experiences blending in in Japan, visiting Europe, stand-up comedy, and the Minnesota Saints mascot, Hamlet the pig. (0:32:18) - Gratitude, Support, and Promotion: Michelle shares her experience of forming an improv team in Chicago, exploring regional culture differences in Japan, and encourages listeners to follow her on Instagram. PAUL VATO ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Paul Vato⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://withkoji.com/@Actor) is an actor, improvisor, comedian, poker player, podcaster & entrepreneur. Connect with Paul Vato across all social media at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PaulVato.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://withkoji.com/@Actor) SPONSORS - Are you a podcaster and/or a social audio enthusiast? Join the Podcast Elcat Mastermind & Think Tank at ⁠PodcastEclat.com⁠ (https://bit.ly/PodcastEclat). - Check out Paul Vato's Step by Step Podcast Launch Course & Ignite Your Brand's Voice! Available at PaulVato.com (https://bit.ly/PodcastLaunchCourse) - Buy The Kama Sucia aka The Filthy Bed at ⁠⁠⁠⁠VATO.tv⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://vato.tv/). Thank you!

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