Karis Comedy Corner Podcast

Ellen talks about comedy show she did in Norfolk, VA, losing yet another gig to a male comic, Richard Lewis, Alec Baldwin, Hunter Biden and more.   

We spoke to our good friend Stand-Up Comedian, Writer, Producer, Director and Actress Carole Montgomery, who has been in show business for over 40 years. Starting out in the NYC comedy club scene in the late 70's, we walked down memory lane of what it was like to be a female comedian in those days, being a wife and mother while running a girls late night dance show in Las Vegas, developing and producing 3 Showtime Specials "Funny Women of a Certain Age" Show that showcases seasoned female comics, coaching and teaching comedy writing and directing one person shows. Carole is our favorite redhead, a powerhouse and a loyal friend. For more on Carole: https://carolemontgomery.com  

Ellen talks about helping her Church with their Palm Sunday Luncheon and got yelled at from someone about Trump and warded off Gypsies who were trying to steal, the Brooke Shields Documentary, NYS case against Trump and more.  

Sweet and Salty with Ellen Karis S9E11 - Editor-in-Chief of Park Magazine Julie Sagoskin We spoke to the very dynamic Editor-in-Chief of Park Magazine Julie Sagoskin. Park Magazine is a widely popular luxury lifestyle publication-which is available in hardcopy and online- that covers travel, the arts, dining, fashion, events and individual profiles.  Julie's love for writing started as a teenager when she wrote for an Equestrian Magazine and has become one of the leaders in her industry. We talked about New York City's resurgence in the arts, dining and events and the useful information and interesting human interest stories her publication provides. For more on Park Magazine go to:  https://parkmagazineny.com/digital-issue/  

We talked to Comedian and Musician Joe Currie about growing up and working with fellow Long Island comedy greats Anthony Cumia and Adam Ferrara, how George Carlin's album helped him get through some very tough times as a kid, his love of music and formation of his band Fragile Sky, take on cancel culture and more. For more on Joe go to: Joe Currie Nation on Facebook and @joecurriecomedyrock on Instagram and @Plankfoot on Twitter  

We talked to Comedian Ralph Anthony about getting into Stand-Up Comedy, some of his personal struggles that he has overcome and the release of his debut Comedy Album "40 for 40". for more on Ralph go to: www.ralphthemouth.com  

Ellen talks about the Oscars, SVB demise, Joseph A. Halsey Foundation, Princess Cake at Saint Ambroeus and more...  

Ellen talks about her weekend of show, driving back from Greenport LI, eating out, NYC crime, AOC loves luxury and more...  

Ellen talks about her weekend in Toledo, Ohio, Lab Leaks, SNL's Vaccine Monologue, White Lotus and more...  

We talked to Political Commentator, Motivational Speaker and Author of "Politics for People Who Hate Politics". Having been born on an Air Force Base to a Canadian Father and Chinese Mother, Denise's had a love for the USA early on and knew she wanted to make a difference. Upon graduating college, she moved to DC and worked at the White House under George W. Bush, in the Senate and the Supreme Court. During that time, she earned a Law Degree from Georgetown University Law School. Years later Denise ran for US Congress in the San Diego area. Given her campaigning experience and years of being part of the political spectrum, Denise was motivated to write her book to help people engage in politics without losing your friends or selling your soul. An inspirational woman, filled with faith, looking to bring some calm into our political divisive world. For more on Denise go to: https://www.denisegracegitsham.com  

Romy Nordlinger-Actress, Playwright, Voice Artist-S9E4 We talked to the fabulous Actress, Playwright, Audiobook Narrator and Voice Over Artist Romy Nordlinger. Romy's resume includes guest starring roles in "Law & Order" and "Bull", her solo Off-Broadway show "Garden of Alla" and the recording of over 350 audiobooks, having won multiple awards for her work. Romy is very connected to the acting community in New York City as a Theatre Teacher and member of various groups such as the Dramatists Guild and League of Professional Theatre Women. For more on Romy go to: http://www.romynordlinger.com       

Tom Kelly is not only a Stand-Up Comedian, but has also had a lengthy career as TV Warm-Up Person on shows such as The View, Good Morning America, $100,000 Pyramid, America's Got Talent to name a few. His podcast "Tom Kelly Show", dances a thin line between comedy and therapy. We adore Tom and so will you. For more go to: https://tomkellyshow.com  

Ellen talks about TJ Holmes/Amy Roback firing, Presidential documents, Lisa Marie Presely's Estate and more...   

Ellen talks about renaming her podcast "Sweet and Salty with Ellen Karis", the Holidays, Golden Globes and more....   

Ellen talks about her weekend at Bananas Comedy Club in NJ, a woman in her workout class that always gives her the Mati-Evil Eye and taking Greek Orthodox Communion-Separate vs. Same Spoon.   

  Ellen talks about this past weekend's Christmas events and more..

Weekend in a Greenroom, Price of Christmas Trees, Harry and Meghan Netflix Special, GMA3 Co-Host Drama, New Tax Reporting Law and more...

  Ellen talks about Thanksgiving weekend, Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, Christina Applegate, Skims and more..

We talked to fellow Greek girl and dynamo Irene Bremis, whose career is on fire. From her Stand-Up Comedy shows, to the many films she has been involved in as a Writer and a Director, Irene brings all aspects of her life from being a Personal Trainer, to living on Staten Island and being married to a Fireman, to her Greek immigrant parents, to her craft. She is a Podcast and Sirius XM's favorite guest and whether she is personal training celebrities or writing a new screenplay, Irene lives by mind, body, soul. We adore her and so will you. For more on Irene go to @IreneBremis

Ellen talks about Election 2022, Crumbl Cookies, NYC Subway, Notebooks and more...