Kill Tony #426 — Brian Holtzman

Set: Dave performed a set about being a paramedic called to a drug bust, using the story to explain drug measurements and the metric system through dealer weights.

Interview: Dave shared he came from the Bay Area, had been forgotten last time despite Tony's promise, received apology and social media boost. Discussed paramedic background, ambulance accident injuries, and swimming from Alcatraz to shore with his daughter.

Set: Adam's set was widely considered one of the worst performances of the night, attempting to roast Holtzman and the panel while making disjointed jokes with poor structure and lengthy, unnecessary backstory.

Interview: Adam claimed three years of stand-up but later admitted he lied. Works 12 hours a day mowing lawns in Chicago while performing nine times weekly. Told rambling story about his Vietnam vet father with razor blade joke.

Set: Jeffrey performed a joke about hating black cops, comparing them to a chicken working at Popeyes, successfully landing a punchline after initially struggling with structure.

Interview: Jeffrey is one year and four months into stand-up, all based in Los Angeles. Half Puerto Rican, half Black. Used to be an accountant, now doing comedy full-time with saved money. Admits to using cocaine a couple times a month.

Set: Matt performed a joke about LA weather preventing aging awareness, cougars not tapping out, dating app disclaimers against creepers, and his history with women larger than himself.

Interview: Matt has performed stand-up for ten years but took break for three years doing sketch and cover bands (Third Eye Blind/Foo Fighters). Now valets in West Hollywood. In Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous, has been with multiple Black women.

Set: Dan performed a Real World-style presidential edition joke featuring Trump, Obama, Clinton, and Bush as roommates, using impressions and observations about their personalities.

Interview: Dan is six-foot-five, known for obscure character impressions. Discussed his impression work including Rodney Dangerfield, Peter Dante, Jimmy Stewart, and others. Frank Caliendo appreciated his John Madden impression enough to send him a Madden game code.

Set: William performed a new minute as kill Tony regular, discussing how no seasons in LA affect aging, looking for his father in gay bars, Power Rangers without costumes, and bubble gum discoveries.

Interview: William works at a storage unit place, was burned by a customer who moved out in five days. Discussed his upcoming doctor's appointment, blood work with Armenian lady, physical health concerns, and recovery from past behaviors.

Set: David performed a set about his baby mama resulting from a hookup at a club, claiming the pregnancy was impossible given the bathroom location, and references to his child.

Interview: David discussed seeing Holtzman recently, referenced past bit about Jerry Seinfeld, upcoming trip to Atlanta end of month and early morning return. Discussed his Gucci polo shirt.

Set: Yucha performed a set comparing single parties to buffets, both requiring payment for access, offering tips for succeeding at single parties including bringing water or alcohol.

Interview: Yucha is Chinese immigrant, fifth time performing stand-up ever, first time on Kill Tony. From southern China, studied theatre arts at UCLA/Pasadena City College. Four years in America, drives Tiffany blue Beetle.

Set: Michael performed a set about traveling by plane, seeing women in yoga pants, traveling with his nurse/girlfriend, references to his disease and wheelchair, and sexual material.

Interview: Michael's 21-year-old son just moved in after 21 years apart. Discussed nicknames for girlfriend (Mine Hunter, Smell Viral), ongoing fights, and sexual dynamics in their relationship.