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    Don't get me wrong, I really enjoyed this episode. I think the whole breaking-the-anonymous move may have set a bad precedent, however. I was a part of Night Time Foam Corner (Julia's group) for awhile before my feed became overrun with their posts causing me to leave. While I don't doubt the authenticity of her appearance here, I do know that she is already fairly deep into the earwolf/podcasting world. She has worked closely with some big names and is only a degree of separation from Gethard (I would say it is very possible they've even been in the same room at some point).

     

    What worries me is that this podcast will turn into a source of unsolicited auditions/plugs for prospective comics and podcasters. Since callers have to be close followers of Gethard (and, in turn, comedy), there is a good chance many of them are trying to break into the industry. Had she remained anonymous, I would have walked away thinking this was an incredible interview. But the fact that this became a plug made me wonder if there was an agenda to her calling. Gethard invited it, but she seemed to enjoy dropping hints and was all to eager to out herself. No criticism intended towards Julia. Showbiz is ruthless and why not get your name out there anyway you can?

     

    Had I not known it was Julia, I'd have walked away with an entirely different impression of this episode. But attaching a name to her story (and especially a name I am familiar with) took a lot away from it. It seems like Gethard has a bunch of episodes in the can at this point, but if/when he opens the phone lines again, I would not be surprised to see people exploiting the opportunity to be on an Earwolf podcast with him. Though, I would like to hear Stephen Rannazzisi call in and regale us with his 9-11 stories.

     

    Ultimately, don't listen to me.

    Just to be fair, I've NEVER met Gethard before. I only told all of that stuff because I thought it was anonymous. I've worked with some names before because I am tenacious as hell. You can think whatever you like about it. It's not a publicity stunt. I had no idea he was going to do that. I'm glad he did. I do feel special, but I think you're right about people taking advantage of it. Take what you want from it. I know it's all real. That's all I can say. Trust me, I really wish some of what I've gone through didn't happen, and I tried to make it fun and light when I called. Sorry you left the foam. It's fucking amazing now :)

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    I have loved Harris since I first heard him on an early episode of Comedy Bang Bang. The Foam Corner was brilliant. Don't Stop or We'll Die is still one of my favorite bands. Farts and Procreation! I'm still mad that I didn't come up with this joke first:

     

    Whenever I'm playing baseball and am about to cum, I just try to think about sex.

     

    R.I.P. Harris Wittels

     

    YES! You could say that about even his worst jokes. I avoided coming into the forums because I didn't want to cry again.

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