Hosted by Jason Parsons, this is a show where comedy and music collide — sometimes beautifully, sometimes hilariously off-key. Each episode features a funny guest, a musician with a story (and maybe a few questionable life choices), and plenty of unpredictable bits along the way. Because the world could use more laughs, more music… and, another podcast to go with it.
LIVE IN JAPAN! with guests Jay Yamaki - Joe Robson - POINT 45
This week on Riffs & Giggles, Jason Parsons heads to Japan for a special episode featuring stand-up comedian Jay Yamaki, longtime friend of the show Joe Robson, and music from Okinawan musicians POINT 45.
Expect the unexpected and a healthy dose of J-Music. Absolutely nothing will go wrong.
13 Sept 2026
Jason Allen - The Jasons
Tonight, Riffs & Giggles celebrates one name and one name only.
Host Jason Parsons welcomes comedian Jason Allen, special guest Jason Vinokur, and musical guests The Jasons for an episode with an unusually high concentration of people answering to the same name.
It’s the All-Jason episode of Riffs & Giggles!
Jason Allen: https://williamshirschtalent.com/talent/jason-allen/ (https://williamshirschtalent.com/talent/jason-allen/)
Jason Vinokur: https://www.instagram.com/jayvcomedy (https://www.instagram.com/jayvcomedy)
The Jasons: https://linktr.ee/TheJasons (https://linktr.ee/TheJasons)
17 Jul 2026
Danny Johnson - Scraffs
Danny Johnson brings the laughs, and Italian garage-rock band Scraffs brings the noise. Comedy, music and questions nobody else would think to ask!
Danny Johnson: dannyjohnson.com (http://dannyjohnson.com)
Scraffs: https://scraffsband.bandcamp.com/album/rubberneck (https://scraffsband.bandcamp.com/album/rubberneck)
12 Jun 2026
Elijah the Barber - Iwanaga
Comedian Elijah the Barber from New Jersey joins the show, with music from Fresno, California band Iwanaga.
Elijah the Barber: https://www.instagram.com/elijahthebarber856609/ (https://www.instagram.com/elijahthebarber856609/)
Iwanaga:
BandCamp (all their music free to listen to):
https://iwanagaska.bandcamp.com (https://iwanagaska.bandcamp.com)
Instagram:
https://instagram.com/iwanaga_ska?igshid=NmNmNjAwNzg= (https://instagram.com/iwanaga_ska?igshid=NmNmNjAwNzg=)
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/IwanagaSKA (https://www.facebook.com/IwanagaSKA)
28 May 2026
Andy Kindler - The Evergreen Standard
Comedy legend Andy Kindler joins ‘Riffs & Giggles’ to answer deeply stupid questions with alarming intelligence. Plus, music from Calgary’s own ‘The Evergreen Standard.’
Andy Kindler:
Official: http://www.andykindler.com/ (http://www.andykindler.com/)
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andykindlersuperstar/ (https://www.instagram.com/andykindlersuperstar/)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/particularshow (https://www.facebook.com/particularshow)
The Evergreen Standard
Bandcamp: https://theevergreenstandard.bandcamp.com/album/the-good-old-days (https://theevergreenstandard.bandcamp.com/album/the-good-old-days)
The beer: https://collectivecraftbeer.com/products/new-level-brewing-good-old-days-peanut-butter-lager?variant=47211874943215 (https://collectivecraftbeer.com/products/new-level-brewing-good-old-days-peanut-butter-lager?variant=47211874943215)
Past interview: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1eLSFqNQ1swboscn9OM3vJ?si=d3984bb310e84efb (https://open.spotify.com/episode/1eLSFqNQ1swboscn9OM3vJ?si=d3984bb310e84efb)
7 May 2026
Dan Clark - Fat Bangs
Comedian Dan Clark sits down for a conversation with host Jason Parsons, with a musical performance by Fat Bangs.
Dan Clark's debut comedy album "Robots in Philadelphia": https://open.spotify.com/album/6ESDgh23KzgZq4LmENS3el?si=l5fm27f8SC27kjoEqw-67Q (https://open.spotify.com/album/6ESDgh23KzgZq4LmENS3el?si=l5fm27f8SC27kjoEqw-67Q)
Fat Bangs: https://fatbangs.bandcamp.com/album/first-licks (https://fatbangs.bandcamp.com/album/first-licks)
riffsandgigglespod.com (riffsandgigglespod.com)
3 Apr 2026
Edyson Dufort - The Downcast
On this episode of Riffs & Giggles, host Jason Parsons welcomes comedian Edyson Dufort for conversation and comedy, with music from The Downcast.
Edyson Dufort: instagram.com/edyonthemic (https://www.instagram.com/edyonthemic/)
The Downcast: https://thedowncast.bandcamp.com/album/you-again (https://thedowncast.bandcamp.com/album/you-again)
Jason Parsons: linktr.ee/standupjp (linktr.ee/standupjp)
riffsandgigglespod.com (riffsandgigglespod.com)
19 Feb 2026
Olena Fox - Sumner Thistlewaite - The Snorts
The hilarious Olena Fox talks about how she does the best Olena Fox impression. Chef Sumner Thistlewaite cooks up a delicious dish. The Snorts drop by to rock our studio!
Olena Fox: https://www.instagram.com/fox_in_toronto (https://www.instagram.com/fox_in_toronto)
Sumner Thistlewaite: http://sumnerthistlewaite.com/ (http://sumnerthistlewaite.com/)
The Snorts: https://thesnorts.bandcamp.com/album/fuck-it-up
5 Feb 2026
Erik Intrevado - The Nilz
In this episode, Montreal comedian and comedy-show producer Erik Intravado talks stand-up, producing live shows, and the behind-the-scenes realities of making comedy happen. Also featuring music from Irish band The Nilz.
Erik Intrevado: erikintrevado.com (erikintrevado.com), instagram.com/erik.intrevado (https://www.instagram.com/erik.intrevado)
The Nilz: https://rotatorvinyl.bandcamp.com/album/the-nilz-ambivert (https://rotatorvinyl.bandcamp.com/album/the-nilz-ambivert)
12 Dec 2025
Ceecee Huys - Hostage Eyes
Comedian Ceecee Huys and musical guest Hostage Eyes join host Jason Parsons on this week's episode. Comedy, music, and a few unexpected detours.
Ceecee Huys: https://www.instagram.com/ceeceehuyscomedy
Hostage Eyes: https://hostageeyes.bandcamp.com
riffsandgigglespod.com
28 Nov 2025
Danny Yang - Crüzer
This week, we sit down with New York comedian Danny Yang for a fast, funny, and unpredictable conversation that goes to some great places. We’re also spotlighting music and a full interview with the band Crüzer, talking creative process, upcoming moves, and everything in between.
Plus… a few surprise moments that even we didn’t see coming.
Danny Yang: https://www.dtyangwrites.com (https://www.dtyangwrites.com)
Crüzer: https://cruzermuzik.bandcamp.com/ (https://cruzermuzik.bandcamp.com/)
riffsandgigglespod.com
13 Nov 2025
Sir Archibald Hammersworth III The Clown - Joe Scrocca - Jokerz Wyld
Host JP welcomes Sir Archibald Hammersworth III The Clown, the most distinguished clown to ever grace the ring — a true master of refined chaos. He’s joined by Joe Scrocca, a razor-sharp comedian out of New Jersey, and Jokerz Wyld, the clown-themed metal band from Texas turning mayhem into music. It’s laughter, lunacy, and loud guitars under one big top.
Sir Archibald Hammersworth III The Clown: https://www.instagram.com/archiehams3theclown/ (https://www.instagram.com/archiehams3theclown/)
Joe Scrocca: https://www.instagram.com/joe_scrocca_comedy/ (https://www.instagram.com/joe_scrocca_comedy/)
Jokerz Wyld: https://jokerzxwyld.bandcamp.com/album/thanks-for-the-klownery (https://jokerzxwyld.bandcamp.com/album/thanks-for-the-klownery)
30 Oct 2025
Zack Knox, Bill McNeal
Montreal comedian Zack Knox joins Riffs & Giggles for a laid-back, laugh-filled chat about comedy, life on stage. Followed by music and conversation with Montreal based band Bill McNeal.
linktr.ee/riffsandgiggles
Zack Knox: https://www.instagram.com/zackknoxx (https://www.instagram.com/zackknoxx)
Bill McNeal: https://billmcnealmtl.bandcamp.com (https://billmcnealmtl.bandcamp.com)
16 Oct 2025
ChatGPT - G.O.A.T. in the Living Room
In this first episode, host JP interviews ChatGPT (yes, the AI itself) in a hilariously awkward human-vs-machine conversation. Then, things get darker — and louder — as we meet G.O.A.T. in the Living Room, a German dark-metal band that composes all its music with AI.
lintr.ee/riffsandgiggles (lintr.ee/riffsandgiggles)
https://goatinthelivingroom.bandcamp.com/album/blacker-than-black (https://goatinthelivingroom.bandcamp.com/album/blacker-than-black)
Juergen's photography: www.juergen-huefner.de (www.juergen-huefner.de)
Juergen's other metal project: https://kaidan1.bandcamp.com/ (https://kaidan1.bandcamp.com/)
JP: linktr.ee/standupjp (linktr.ee/standupjp)
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