"Return to Whacked Out Wednesday!" w/Kym Whitley & Buddy Lewis, Areva Martin - Two Funny Mamas Ep 262
The Two Funny Mamas return with a high-energy, politically charged episode that blends comedy, activism, and nostalgia. At the heart of the show is the revival of 'Whacked Out Wednesdays'—a legendary comedy night in North Hollywood that launched careers for legends like Eddie Murphy, Nick Cannon, and Joe Coy. Kim Whitley and Buddy Lewis are reuniting to bring back this iconic event every first Wednesday starting June 3rd, promising a 'professional comedy workout' with surprise celebrity guests like Tiffany Haddish and Chris Spencer. The episode quickly pivots to a passionate call to action: vote in California’s June 2nd election, with Areva Martin delivering a fiery, fact-based defense of Mayor Karen Bass against a reality TV opponent, calling out the dangerous precedent of electing unqualified 'celebrity politicians.' Martin also delivers a legal breakdown on the Diddy sex tape controversy, emphasizing that non-consensual sharing is a crime—no matter the celebrity involved. The conversation then turns to the future of talk shows, with both hosts expressing deep desire to host or write for a major late-night platform, even as they acknowledge the format’s decline. The episode ends on a joyful, community-driven note, celebrating Black excellence, comedy legacy, and the power of voting, all wrapped in the signature humor and warmth of the Two Funny Mamas brand.
Whacked Out Wednesdays returns June 3rd at the Ha Ha Comedy Club in North Hollywood, featuring a rotating lineup of comedy legends and surprise guests.
Areva Martin delivers a powerful, fact-based defense of Mayor Karen Bass, warning that electing unqualified reality stars to public office is a national threat.
Non-consensual sharing of intimate videos is a criminal act under California and federal law—consent to the act doesn't override consent to public distribution.
Kim Whitley and Buddy Lewis are reactivating their comedy legacy to create a new 'professional comedy workout' space for emerging Black comedians.
The hosts express a deep desire to host or write for a major late-night talk show, despite the format’s current decline due to cultural sensitivities and shifting media habits.
…and 3 more takeaways available in PodZeus
Welcome Back: The Return of Whacked Out Wednesdays
“We are rebooting the return of one of the most prolific comedy rooms in the history of comedy rooms. OK, we're bringing it back.”
The Legacy of Whacked Out Wednesdays
The hosts reflect on the history of Whacked Out Wednesdays, a comedy night that launched careers for Eddie Murphy, Nick Cannon, and Joe Coy, and served as a vital training ground for Black comedians.
Introducing Areva Martin: Attorney, Activist, and 'Other Mama'
Areva Martin joins the show as the 'other mama' in the absence of Sherry, bringing her legal expertise and fierce advocacy for civic engagement.
Voting Is a Civil Right: A Call to Action for California
“We can't give it away. So yes, black folks, white folks, brown folks, whoever you are, you can vote if you're registered to vote.”
Why We Need Experienced Leaders, Not Reality Stars
“You don't get on the airplane and be like, I hope he can fly the plane. No. Maybe this person is going to try to fly. No, you absolutely are looking for the most experienced pilot.”
“You don't get on the airplane and be like, I hope he can fly the plane. No. Maybe this person is going to try to fly. No, you absolutely are looking for the most experienced pilot.”
“The issue is, did she consent to have this video made public, put on the internet and shown to 10, 20 million people? And what we are hearing now is that the answer to that is hell no.”
“We are rebooting the return of one of the most prolific comedy rooms in the history of comedy rooms. OK, we're bringing it back.”
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Kim Whitley
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Buddy Lewis
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Karen Bass
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Areva Martin
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Ha Ha Comedy Club
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Sherry
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Tiffany Haddish
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Diddy
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