Snackin’ & Yakkin’ welcomes Neil Chris from Comic Life Productions. Neil and Big Ben serve up gummy tales (hello, Haribo Twin Snakes), watching their figure (hello, Cherry Coke Zero) and real talk about building comedy shows from scratch. Neil spills on what it takes to keep a comedy room alive, shares stories about the gig hustle, booking headaches, and the low-key art of never wasting a free plate of food. It’s honest, fun, and just weird enough: late-night bookings, wild strip club bouncers, and being the only Puerto Rican in a sea of Charleston white folks!

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Traci Doutaz, also known as Doutaz Mania from the Lowcountry Highrollers roller derby team in Charleston, South Carolina, joins BIG Ben Kennedy for an open and moving conversation. Traci shares her fight with breast cancer, how roller derby led her to the doctor, and what it means to keep skating as a powerful female facing tough odds. This episode truly shines a light on strength, laughter, and finding community through the hardest battles.

Traci’s story is about more than illness—it's about family, friendships, and the guts it takes to go “All In”. You’ll also get a glimpse into the supportive and wild world of roller derby, where strong women push each other on and off the track. If you’re dealing with cancer, supporting someone who is you’re not alone. Traci asks anyone looking to help to support real people in need, not just giant pink ribbon charities.

Her GoFundMe link is below. All donations go straight to helping her with ongoing care and bills. Give this video a watch, share it with anyone who could use some hope or understanding, and check out the links below to support Traci and others fighting breast cancer. Subscribe for more true stories from powerful, inspiring guests.

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On this episode, Charleston legend Jon “BadJon” Stout drops by to eat, laugh, and swap stories. From Charleston’s vibrant arts scene, gig posters, roller derby madness to wild pizza debates, this episode packs more flavor than Yoo-hoos and a king-size bag of Dot’s cinnamon sugar pretzels (trust us, we tear that bag up). If you love stories that bounce from tattoo shops to music video shoots to home-cooked steak secrets, this is one not to miss! You can find Jon on all socials at @badjonphoto and his band, Erode The Dream on all socials and even on YouTube at @erodethedream!

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Check out this episode of Snackin’ & Yakkin’ where BIG Ben Kennedy sits down with Apples, Charleston comedian and long-time friend. You’ll hear how they first met on a wild night of open mics, why their friendship stuck, and what makes comedy scenes in Charleston and Colorado so different. Nothing’s off limits as they riff about the weirdest gigs, share tales of moving across the country, and let loose about the joys and messes of snacking on classic treats like Pepperidge Farm Pirouettes and good old Yoo-hoo. If you love real talk about comedy, old school snacks, growing up in the South, and what it’s like chasing laughs—not fame—this is your kind of show. Get ready for true stories, big laughs, and a trip down memory lane with talk of childhood icons, family stories, movie favorites, and more. Hit subscribe, leave a comment, and follow Apples on all socials at @applesthecomedian!

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Comedian Rollin’ Jay Moore joins BIG Ben Kennedy for a funny, honest ride through comedy, cruise ships, and life’s everyday hurdles. In this episode of Snackin’ & Yakkin’, the two swap stories about stand-up, finding your place in new cities, and what it’s really like performing for crowds on land and sea. From Cheez-It addictions to childhood horror movie memories, they don’t hold back. Ben opens up about EMS, family decisions, meds, and what it feels like turning 50. The chat also hits big laughs about names in showbiz, Baltimore roots, strange pets, missed health cues, and the wild world of working comics. If you love real talk, road stories, and comic takes on parenting, aging, and that never-ending fight to keep chasing your passion, you’ll want to watch all the way through. Jay even brings Ben a rare souvenir from his cruise gigs for the show’s growing collection. Find out why comedians end up with wild cruise stories, how the road has changed, and why getting older doesn’t mean giving up what you love. Thanks for watching Snackin’ & Yakkin’ come back soon for more laughs, more stories, and possibly more Cheez-Its. Follow Rollin’ Jay Moore on all socials at @rollinjaymoore

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Don’t miss this packed episode of Snackin’ & Yakkin’ with BIG Ben Kennedy and special guest Andy Forrester, a stand-up comedian and talented graphic artist. Andy opens up about his journey from improv stages and college radio to stand-up comedy, his ongoing battle with weight, and the unique struggles comics face balancing health while traveling. The episode’s highlight? Enjoying the amazing and massive pralines from Sweet Jeulips in Mount Pleasant, SC—an honest nod to supporting local businesses. This episode has it all: talk about southern snacks, gas station food hacks, and even a debate on how to say “pecan”—plus some real talk about stage fright, fears, and what it’s like to perform in cold northern towns. Andy also gives an inside look at his creative process as a graphic artist, sharing his colored pencil animal portraits and discussing life as a touring comic. Andy Forrester can be found on all socials and even YouTube at ​⁠@comicbiga!

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