Kill Tony #416 — Erik Griffin, Steve Lee
Guests: Erik Griffin · Steve Lee
Lineup
Set: 78-year-old comedian opens with observational humor about aging, dying, and time limits. References her recent return to stand-up after personal tragedy, performed stand-up in French.
Interview: Tony learns Pat is 78, has been doing comedy for 10 years but seriously for 4 years after losing her husband. She performed comedy in French in her home country. Micah from the band has a flirtation moment with her.
- How much time do I have—seniors and comics ask the same question.
- I'm 78 and the way things are going I'll be 80 by Christmas.
- Pat perfectly times her set to end exactly when the kitten sound plays, impressing Tony and the panel.
- Micah from the band kisses Pat on stage after she mentions wanting male attention.
Set: 9-month comedian discusses incels and proposes legalizing prostitution as a solution. High-energy set with observational humor about social issues.
Interview: Christian has been doing stand-up for 9 months, works as an equipment manager for production. Moved to LA from NYC 3 years ago after graduating from UNC. Panel makes jokes about his appearance (Rick Ross, Grimace, Taco Bell dog).
- Incels are losers who can't get laid; legalize prostitution and give tax credits.
- Panel extensively roasts Christian's appearance, comparing him to various pop culture figures.
- Tony jokes that Christian has been single 5 years and hasn't used dating apps.
Set: Substitute teacher discusses resting nice face, Midwest upbringing, and white trash culture. References military parents, personal observations about regional stereotypes.
Interview: Rachel is a substitute teacher from Missouri who moved to LA from San Francisco in March. Her parents were Air Force. She enjoys hiking and fly-fishing. Had a near-date with a CEO who went to prison for copyright infringement.
- Nobody tells you you're white trash growing up; you figure it out yourself.
- Childhood vacations were just cool bars where you could take kids.
- Rachel reveals she was asked out by male students but handled it professionally.
- Tony and panel extensively roast her dating history and near-miss with a CEO convict.
Set: Describes a third date where woman wants surrogate pregnancy using her mother. Discusses health issues (stye/hordeolum, herpes for your eyelid). Self-deprecating delivery about protection and contacts.
Interview: Zoheb has been performing for about a year. Mixed ethnicity: Pakistani father, Indian Ugandan mother. Works in sales for LinkedIn. Recently visited Kenya. Dances a lot, particularly to hip-hop and Kanye.
- Third date: woman wants her mom to be surrogate. I'll earn it.
- Hordeolum (stye) is like herpes for your eyelid—keeps coming back.
- Zoheb dances on stage during interview, showing hip-hop choreography moves.
- Panel makes jokes about rock-throwing and Pakistani stereotypes.
Set: Describes invitation to red-carpet Dr. Sleep premiere, unexpected horror movie, learns friend has 6 months to live. Jokes about cremation costs, FedEx ashes instead of world travel, creative cremation storage.
Interview: Nicholas is an Uber driver with extensive tattoos. Mixed ethnicity including Armenian descent. Has a saxophone and plays multiple instruments. Participated in Mexican drum-off against Joel Berg and lost decisively.
- Friend dying, wants ashes spread worldwide. I'll FedEx them instead.
- If I'm dying, cremate me, keep ashes—use for house fire.
- Nicholas participates in Mexican drum-off competition against defending champion Joel Berg. Loses dramatically after Joel's dominance with Pringles can and sex toy.
Set: Vietnamese comedian performs material about English beauty contests, driving tickets, and organized Chinese culture. References winning 'Miss Pronounced' title. High-energy performance.
Interview: Nicole is an returning favorite who just performed at Kill Tony mania. She has a passion for fashion design. Panel praises her perfect track record and chemistry with audience. Chroma Chris kisses her on stage.
- Beauty contest for girls who speak better English—I won Miss Pronounced.
- Chinese people organized: always have ducks in a row.
- Nicole sings a brief song for the audience, showcasing her musical talent.
- Chroma Chris attempts to kiss Nicole after extended anticipation and build-up.
- Tony notes Nicole has never had a joke flatline on the show—perfect record.
Set: Opens with Shark Week joke success leading to TV appearances. Makes Godfather/trolls joke. Discusses Dial soap hand-modeling work. Material about opening for Katt Williams and Cat Stevens.
Interview: William is a regular on the show. Recently became a hand model for Dial soap after Shark Week joke went viral. Works at Dial headquarters outside Sacramento. Currently filming ghost stories for TNT as a translucent ghost on roller skates.
- Shark Week joke changed my life—$100K Pyramid, Jeopardy, etc.
- Godfather spoiler: it's about trolls, not the Mafia.
- Panel extensively roasts William's visible weight gain/stomach protrusion, which appears only in that area.
- William does his trademark wink multiple times, getting crowd reaction each time.
- William panics when Tony starts asking serious health questions about his stomach.
Set: Opens with Harriet Tubman currency joke about drugs. Observes Tubman's harsh appearance prevents being paid in that denomination. Makes crude jokes about Tubman's strength and sexual attractiveness.
Interview: David Lucas is a regular and new Comedy Store MC. Just had set following massive Mexican drum-off. Panel asks about his physical appearance and belt size. Discusses girlfriend and work history.
- Harriet Tubman on $20 makes drug purchases hard; she looks judgmental.
- Tubman too ugly to be attractive; that's where strength came from.
- David launches into extended roasting of Eric Griffin's appearance and style.
- Panel notes David is wearing Comedy Store uniform and makes jokes about his size.
- David roasts Tony about being able to see his shoes despite weight.
- David launches into extended Michael Jackson/Neverland material with dark humor.
Set: Self-deprecating opener about not being a Three Musketeers. Makes jokes about Once Upon a Time in Hollywood resemblance. Comments on Washington Redskins name change and NFL team names.
Interview: Nick is 26 and has been performing stand-up for about 5 years. Works at Universal Studios in food stands, sometimes dressed as Simpsons characters. Been dating a therapist girlfriend for 9 years without marriage plans.
- Don't look like Three Musketeers; my Manson face hurt by Once Upon a Time.
- Washington Redskins renamed—if Hiroshima had team, 'A Bombs' would need change.
- Woman in audience leaves after Nick discusses dead family member. Red band airhorns right after, creating awkward reaction moment.
- Nick reveals he's been dating therapist girlfriend 9 years without commitment.
Erik Griffin
Interview: Erik Griffin is a main guest on the show. He hosts 'Riffin with Griffin' and will be performing at Stand-Up Live in Phoenix Thanksgiving weekend. He roasts multiple comedians throughout the episode.
Steve Lee
Interview: Steve Lee is a first-time guest on Kill Tony. He hosts 'The Stevie Wiebe Show' and has music available on Bandcamp. Tony introduces him as the host of an unnamed show and makes him feel welcome despite the fast-paced roasting environment.