Move the Mic Stand: A Comedy Podcast

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This week starts before the show even starts — when Ka$h warns Dean he’s about to say something not to be taken out of context that might sound kinda mean but was meant in much jest.

From there, the vibes go much much up.

Dean talks about coming out of a rough two-month stretch and finally feeling his energy shift, we unpack the Stranger Things finale (without spoilers), and Ka$h reveals what he’s...

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Happy New Year! 🎉

Dean and KASH kick off the year by checking in after the holidays, swapping Christmas stories,  KASH reflects on being part of the 2025 Year in Review show.

The guys give an honest take on Gorilla Mind’s Exotic Kiwi flavor, they dive into immersive video games that completely pull you out of reality.

They debate which version of the 12 Days of Christmas everyone actually knows (because apparently there’s more than...

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It’s our Christmas episode! Dean and KASH kick things off by sharing their holiday celebrations before KASH drops a surprise: a movie he’s permanently removing from his holiday movie definitive collection. This sparks a conversation about what movies they’ve been watching this season—though Dean admits he’s barely watched anything.

Dean also gets into some of the exotic pets he’s had over the years, including a Madagascar hissing cockroach, adding some hilarious ho...

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This week on Move the Mic Stand, Dean Berg and Ka$h Money Karl kick things off with Ka$h’s unfortunate eardrum situation, which somehow spirals into a very serious discussion about sneezing. 

From there, the guys check in on what they’re drinking from Gorilla Mind, then break down a fun night at their regular open mic — the weird moments, the good sets, and the little things you only notice when you’re in the room...

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In this episode of Move the Mic Stand, Dean and Kash kick things off with Kash’s new commitment to politeness—literally raising his hand every time he wants to talk.

From there, the conversation launches into everything from the disappearance of artificial food dyes to why some people completely missed the point of Dean’s TikTok about the joy of Saturday morning cartoons and a simple bowl of cereal.

The guys dive into nostal...

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Special Guest: Chuck Charles

This week on Move the Mic Stand, Dean and Karl welcome special guest and close friend Chuck Charles for a Bomb A$$ conversation that goes way off the rails in the best way possible. 

Dean kicks things off bragging (rightfully) about the bomb a$$ casserole he cooked earlier today, which somehow leads to the crew designing the ultimate Move the Mic Stand specialty pizza—a wishlist sponsor special loaded with the wild toppings only comedians would dare suggest. Duration: 01:31:24

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This Thanksgiving, Dean and Karl serve up a holiday episode that’s equal parts cozy, chaotic, and completely on-brand. Karl embraces his new identity as a full-fledged “jigsaw jiggalo,” and seeks a million dollar idea of single serve shredded cheese bags. While, Dean insists you can make a pie out of any drinkable liquid, and somehow it all leads into a wild UFO tale involving a mysterious desert artifact and a blinding blue flash.

This week’s comedy tip is all about thankfulness — appreciating the journey, being grat...

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Special Guest: Abe Auer

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In this episode of “Move the Mic Stand,” Dean and Ka$h sit down with Abe Auer, a comedian whose star is quickly rising on the comedy circuit.

With a string of high-level shows under his belt and growing popularity, Abe shares his journey and what it takes to stand out.

We chat about the importance of having intention in your comedy—no more going up there unprepared! Abe also gives us some great insights on the...

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Special Guests: Stan and Jodi Dabrowski 

This week on Move the Mic Stand, Dean and Ka$h welcome Stan and Jodi Dabrowski for an episode packed with laughs, fact-checks, and cosmic confusion.

Dean kicks things off by admitting he went hunting for the Northern Lights… in completely the wrong direction, while Jodi steps in as the unofficial fact-checker of the show.

Stan shares stories about prepping for his upcoming headlining debut, and the crew dives into everything from AI shenanigans to the leg...

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In this week’s episode of “Move the Mic Stand,” Dean kicks things off by dubbing Ka$h his “BFF Forever,” leading to some hilariously heartfelt moments.

The duo then dives into a taste test of the new Baja Blast Pie from Taco Bell, sharing their comedic critiques and a few sugar-fueled giggles.

They also chat about the upcoming “Predator: Badlands” movie—where Dean discovers Ka$h has never seen any Predator films (shock and laughs ensue!). 

They wrap up with a comedy tip about...

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In this spine-tingling episode of Move the Mic Stand, we dive into the world of spooky storytelling with special guests J.J. Fletcher—actually the pen name for authors Jim and Jes Schwarzbauer.

We chat about their new book Echoes of the Unearthly, a collection of five chilling tales now available on Amazon.

Get your copy here!

Along the way, we also get into the art of comedy crowd work, a little bit about writing and self-publishing, and even a funny moment wi...

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Dean, Ka$h Money Karl, and special guest comedian Jay Lemke team up for a wild and hilarious episode! After Dean’s AI-made viral TikTok featuring the Bologna Big Mac—aka the Big-Logna Mac—blew up online, the crew actually made one, tried it, and gave their brutally honest reactions.

They also dive into Halloween costumes, trick-or-treating nostalgia, and the greatest discontinued candies of all time. Plus, the guys celebrate Moo Deng’s 3-million-follower milestone, explore Jay’s passion for classic game show hosts, and break down...

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In this week’s fizzy and fun episode of “Move the Mic Stand,” Dean and Ka$h pop the top on Moxie Soda versus Moxie Elixir and discover just how bubbly things can get.

Expect some truly astonishing burps along the way!

They touch on Ka$h’s brief Gatlinburg tales, dive into a hilarious what-if scenario inspired by Clint Eastwood’s “The Mule,” and muse about the blurring lines of AI videos.

Finally, they wrap up with a comedy tip on self-branding...

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Dean and KASH come in hot this week with high energy and Dean’s undeniable love for BAWLS.

From favorite vegetables to comedy legends like John Candy, John Belushi, and Chris Farley, the guys cover it all. 

KASH reveals he’s forging a knife out of a railroad spike on vacation in Gatlinburg, they rant about airline luggage sizes, and wrap it up with this week’s comedy tip: set your goals.

Dean and KASH share theirs for the end...

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This week, Dean opens up about feeling a little melancholy and dealing with doubts, while the guys share some big news—Move the Mic Stand is now streaming on Pandora alongside every other podcast service known to mankind.

Dean and KASH also experiment with their new soundboard toys, dive into the world of Stranger Things Doritos and Trolli Mountain Dew gummy worms, and welcome a surprise guest who shows up just in time to snag the snacks.

KASH celebrates his latest mi...

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We made it — one full year of Move the Mic Stand! 🎉 Episode 52 marks our podcast’s toddler stage, and we’re reflecting on all the incredible guests and moments from the past 12 months. 

This week, Dean and KASH dive into:

The absurd comments on Dean’s viral TikTok about AI and Atlas 🤖    

Why meat thermometers might be the true MVP of grilling and smoking 🍖    

A quick recap of recent shows and laughs along the road 🎤    

Who really is the best Batm...

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This week on Move the Mic Stand, Dean and Ka$h dive into the strange world of mystery flavors and Dean’s quirky trick to remember the Big 9 allergens (but does it work and why would anyone want that?). They also take a deeper look at jealousy in comedy — not what you think, and definitely worth the listen.

Plus: a wild story about performing at a remote gun club, a venue owner whose math doesn’t math, and Dean’s hilarious work-in-progress Andre the Gian...

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This week, Dean and Ka$h sit down with special guest Ben Giles — owner, president, founder (and basically everything else) of Laughable Productions, a stand-up comedy, improv, and murder mystery production company.

Laughable Productions

Ben shares the origin story of Laughable, plus details on upcoming events including the Oshkosh Funniest Comedian Finals happening this Saturday, September 13th, at the Oshkosh Arena.

Tickets!

From there, the conversation takes a turn down the usual hilarious ra...

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It’s Season 3 in the 3 Seasons Studio! This episode, the Move the Mic Stand crew welcomes back their good friend and hilarious comedian Stan Dabrowski as their special guest.

The trio dive into recent shows, share their takes on the brand-new Toxic Avenger reboot, and play their offbeat version of 2 Truths and a Lie—only they call it 2 Snacks and a Drink. Listeners get to ride along as all three comedians try out mystery snacks and drinks with plenty of laughs along the way...

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Season 2 signs off in true style with Dean and Ka$h powered by Kava Haven—Dean slams three shots, Ka$h sticks with one, and the conversation goes everywhere.

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From the mystery of whether the appendix is actually useful, the supposed luxury of vertical toilet paper rolls, to the big question of whether anyone should care about Cracker Barrel’s logo change.

The guys also talk about Season 3’s new theme song and cover, the van...

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This week on Move the Mic Stand, things get deep… like, sponsorship-level deep. Dean finally reveals the cliffhanger sponsor he teased last episode—only to leave you hanging with yet another one.

Meanwhile, Ka$h shocks Dean with a surprise delivery: the ultra-rare Alani Fall Favorites Halloween Case, featuring the cult-classic Witches Brew and the mythical Pumpkin Cream Energy Drink. Did they crack it open? Oh, you betcha.

The guys also break down a brand-new comedy competition—sharing unfiltered observations, questionable wisdom...

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This week’s Move the Mic Stand brings back the chaos with a brand-new “This Maverick Moment”!

Dean, Ka$h, and Maverick dive into Wendy’s Baconator Cheez-Its, and Maverick recounts a shocking “biting” incident at Jenni’s house.

 After the little legend heads back inside, the guys tackle Cheez-It pizza, personified soda, Dean’s controversial Dr Pepper opinion, a comedy tip on understanding “the light” and picking the right one, and plenty more unpredictable fun.

Comedy Tip: I see the light!
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This week on Move the Mic Stand, Dean experiences the trauma of dropping a slice of pizza and somehow ending up covered in hot sauce right before we start recording — but not just any hot sauce… the kind that peels paint off walls. That spirals into a spicy deep dive into his favorite tongue-melting condiments.

From there, we serve up a scoop of WTF with a real company that’s released human breast milk–flavored ice cream (yes, seriously), and brainstorm some even wilder f...

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This week kicks off with a guest host unlike any other—Dean’s 3-year-old son Maverick! He joins the show to talk dinosaurs, daycare adventures at Jenny’s house, and life as a toddler in a wild world. 

After Maverick’s segment, Ka$h dives deep into the 28 Days Later zombie films, and Dean returns just in time to drop a comedy pro tip: always include the date, time, and location on your flyers—seriously.

The duo also discuss the High Noon bevera...

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Description: This week, Dean and Ka$h crack open some truly unholy snacks—Fruity Pebbles Liquid Death and Utz Lemonade Potato Chips—and rate them with their raw, unfiltered tastebuds.

Ka$h tries FINGER JELL-O and still thinks it’s a bit weird but can see the appeal. He prefers his Jell-o to be without fingers thank you very much.

Dean gets hoodwinked by an action figure he swore was Goldberg… only to discover it was one of the Gymini brothers, a tag team so borin...

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Description: This week on the Move the Mic Stand podcast, Dean and Ka$h Money Karl sit down with the adventurous Dr. Dan Ceballos! Dr. Dan shares his eye-opening experiences from living in his car for the past year, his journey of helping others through his online neuropathy business, and his recent move to Dallas. Plus, Dr. Dan flips the script and asks the hosts for their best tips on conquering nerves in comedy. Tune in for a fun, insightful, and laughter-filled ep...

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Episode description: This week on Move the Mic Stand, Dean and Ka$h Money Karl go full blockbuster mode as they break down the new Jurassic Park and Superman movies. They reminisce about the pure cinematic shock of seeing zombies run for the first time—because let’s be honest, we weren’t emotionally prepared for cardio-capable corpses.

The comedy tip of the week dives into the importance of building a positive online presence, especially when dealing with trolls (and not the cute ones with gem bellie...

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Episode Description: Dean and KASH are coming to you live the night before the 4th of July after crushing it at the Odyssey Theater. The boys recap their recent shows, Dean unloads a sizzling roast on some not-so-sweet Pepsi employees (spoiler: the Pepsi Challenge gets reissued), and they dive into a deep-fried convo about Wendy’s fast food. Things take a strange turn when Karl praises a dual-bag cereal innovation—which spirals into a shockingly passionate debate about finger jello that might just end the comedy duo for good...

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Episode Description: The boys get hot and sweaty as the discuss summer activities of both past and present!

Comedy Tip: Share and use your accolades

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📝 Episode Description:Dean and Ka$h Money Karl cover a little of everything in this wide-ranging episode:

🎤 Pro Tip of the Week: Audience members—if you love a show (or even if you don’t), let the booker or club know. It matters more than you think.

🌲 Dean shares the highs and lows of a recent gig up north and how a last-minute outdoor-to-indoor switch changed the whole vibe.

👽 A new Bashar channeler enters the chat, leadin...

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🎧 Episode Description: This week on Move the Mic Stand, Ka$h Money Karl hits Dean with a heavy question: What would your final meal be? What starts as a goofy food convo turns into a surprisingly heartfelt dive into nostalgia, comfort, and the weird way memories are tied to meals.

In true KASH & Dean fashion, the duo also zigzag through a buffet of random topics—from childhood snack obsessions to hypothetical menu items only a man on the brink would...

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This episode almost didn’t happen—until Mike’s Music Store in Fond du Lac saved the day by staying open late so Dean and KA$H Money Karl could grab a replacement cord. Shout out to Mike for being the true hero of this recording! 

Inspired by that kindness, this week’s comedy tip is: don’t be shy about saying you’re a comedian or talking about your creative projects—you never know who’s down to support the dream...

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Get ready for a high-energy scoop of laughs on this week’s Move the Mic Stand!

Dean Berg shares wild stories from his first two weeks working in an ice cream factory—because nothing says comedy like waffle cones and industrial freezers. 

But the heat in the studio is pushing everyone to the edge.

Can Dean and KA$H Money Karl survive the summer without melting into their mic stands? 

Also on deck: – A hilari...

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Dean and KASH get into some stinkin’ good topics this week on Move the Mic Stand Comedy Podcast.

This episode’s comedy tip:
Off-stage manners—because how you act when you’re noton the mic can make or break your comedy career.

From the mythical Hotdog Chamber to Wienermobile drag races, things spiral fast as Dean shares a grappling story involving Royce Gracie and a surprise gas leak.

Meanwhile, a dream from the multiverse reveals...

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Just minutes after a tornado ripped through the area, Dean and Karl brave the aftermath to bring you a stormy, frog-filled episode of Move the Mic Stand.

Karl recounts a wind-blown frog encounter, which triggers Dean’s memory of a real small-town frog takeover in 1980s Wisconsin. Things get slippery as the guys dive into cult classic chaos—Hell Comes to Frogtown and its unforgettable line, “Shut your hoooooolllle!”—before veering into treasure hunts, The Room, and Tommy Wiseau’s gloriously bizarre lega...

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This week on Move the Mic Stand, Dean Berg and Ka$h Money sit down with blind comedian Roberto Villalpando—and things spiral almost immediately.

This episode covers everything from stand-up in total darkness to the existential horror of losing a single big toe toenail, which Roberto brings up with the casual confidence of a man who’s bombed and survived open mics in the Midwest.

Roberto shares his experience navigating comedy without sight, drops the Tip of the Week...

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In Season 2, Episode 7 of Move the Mic Stand, Dean Berg and Ka$h Money Karl get real, rowdy, and a little reflective.

This week’s Comedy Tip dives into social media awareness—what to post, when to post, and how not to nuke your own career.

Then, it’s body slams and big reveals as the guys recap the latest social experiment wrestling event and tease the upcoming show featuring Rock ‘n’ Roll Express, Enzo Amore, and a mystery participan...

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This week, Dean Berg and Ka$h Money Karl welcome Wisconsin comedy vet, Mike Marvell, for one of the longest—and wildest—episodes yet.

The boys dive into pro wrestling, celebrity impressions, and comedy inspirations, while Mike drops a surprise Tip of the Week: Don’t move the mic stand.

Dean airs out his totally real, totally one-sided beef with Brad Paisley, the crew previews the NFL Draft hitting Green Bay, and Mike gives a shoutout to the incredible artwor...

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Dean Berg and Ka$h Money Karl are back with a storm of nonsense in this siren-heavy episode. They kick it off by thanking Bobby Lee and Joe Stapleton (yes, again) and dive into this week’s comedy tip: Respect the Light… or get lit up.

Special guest Stan Dabrowski swings by, just in time for a chaotic tribute to tornado sirens—yes, the entire episode may or may not include Dean doing siren impressions.

Dean also reflec...

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Dean Berg and KASH Money Karl return with tales from the road, the stage, and a place called Uranus. Dean’s post-Worlds reflections have him questioning his axe-throwing future, while Karl navigates a chaotic move to Oshkosh—complete with a mysteriously missing bed.

They also dive into an unexpected stop at the Uranus Fudge Factory, a surprise birthday comedy show for a stranger, a speedometer-related run-in with the law, and a few hot takes on The Minecraft Movie (“I am Ste...

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Poker Stars celebrity and longtime buddy Joe Stapleton crashes the pod for an unfiltered, totally off-the-cuff episode. Things go off the rails immediately when Dean botches the intro and Joe lights up both hosts for waiting this long to have him on the show—and for inspiring the podcast’s name through Bobby Lee.

Joe drops the signature Tip of the Week, and provides some feedback on Dean and KASH’s performance from the night before, bringing that classic Staple...

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It’s been a wild week, and Dean Berg and KASH Money Karl are keeping it short but packed in this week’s episode of Move the Mic Stand.

The guys recap their comedy trip to L’Anse, Michigan with Ric Diez, where Ric encouraged Dean to take a shot at Kill Tony. Dean shares the story of the Native American war club he bought—and how it almost caused some unexpected trouble.

From random bodily noises to bumpy...

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Dean Berg and Ka$h Money Karl kick off Season 2 with a brand-new theme song, new segments, and a whole lot of nonsense. This episode brings new segments like Cookin’ with Ka$h, where Monk Pretzels get a live taste test, and This Maverick Moment, which will definitely lead to future regrets.

They also break down social media monetization, the elusive blue check mark, and why BORGs (not the Star Trek kind) might be ruining your weekends. Plus, they ge...

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In the epic Season 1 finale of Move the Mic Stand, Dean and Ka$h go out with a bang, tackling everything from the pros and cons of stage names (Ka$h kicks things off, of course) to the mind-blowing plot twists that left us all speechless. From The Sixth Sense to the utterly messed-up ending of The Mist, they break down the best (and worst) shockers in film history.

They also recap this past weekend’s shows in Dy...

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On episode 23 of Move the Mic Stand Comedy Podcast, Dean Berg and Ka$h Money Karl dive into a hilarious mix of comedy insights and ridiculous tangents. They kick things off with a solid comedy tip: The importance of having a trusted partner or colleague in the business.

Then, Ka$h celebrates fitting into a shirt that was once too small.

Dean shares his “Realistic Crazy Dream” (which somehow makes total sense and zero sense at the same...

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This episode of Move the Mic Stand is fueled by rage, laughter, and a little bit of chocolate sprinkles—courtesy of Fondy Axe Company, our generous sponsor. 
Dean and Ka$h Money Karl dive into the aftermath of a unique church comedy show, where Dean lets loose in an epic rant that might just burn some pews.

They also explore the magic (or madness) of hagelslag—because nothing says comedy like Dutch sprinkles on toast. 

Then, the gu...

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This week on Move the Mic Stand, Dean Berg and KASH Money Karl are back—though Dean’s running on low power, and it shows. But don’t worry, because the conversation gets weird, hilarious, and maybe even a little too real.

Ever wonder how long two comedians can talk about selling T-shirts? Apparently, way too long. The guys deep dive (and maybe spiral) into the world of comedy merch before shifting gears to their upcoming church-sponsored comedy show—yes, rea...

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This week on Move the Mic Stand, Dean Berg and Ka$h Money Karl dive into the wild world of comedy and chaos.

They break down the ups and downs of the Bash Comedy booking site, Kash’s unexpected OnlyFans foot fame, and the eerie power of a well-placed scary gong sound. Dean shares travel nightmares, his dad’s uncanny Sam Elliott impression, and the enigma that is… MUSSSTAARD.

Buckle up for a hilarious ride!

Come...