9-uh not Neena. Nina Kern is a stand-up comedian, actor, and podcast host in Chicago, Illinois. Ever since escaping the clutches of her conservative hometown, Nina has made it her life's passion to make people laugh using her life experiences. Nina's comedy has been described as "an honest take on what it means to be a modern woman," her comedy ranges in topics from the mundane to the insane! Since moving to Chicago, Nina has graced the stages at Zanies, Laugh Factory, and Comedy Bar. She has also hosted a recurring show at Laugh Factory. Nina has starred in commercials, web series, and a pilot. Nina also co-hosts a podcast, White Collars, Red Hands, which has over 70 episodes to date.

A Syrian stand up comedian who uses his quick wit and sharp observational humor to paint a picture of what it is like to be a refugee living in America. Featured for headlining comedians such as Kristen Toomey, Jenny Zigrino, Nimesh Patel and Adam Ray. Recent festivals and credits include: 2020 LaughFest Comedy Festival 2022 Rogue Island Comedy Festival Featured on NPR’s What’s Funny Detroit Comedy Showcase 2022 Finalist at the 2022 42nd Seattle International Comedy Competition 2024 Tree Town Comedy Festival 2024 Columbus Comedy Festival

Tamir Bryant is a rising stand-up star from Austin to Chicago, blending grit, humor, and resilience after a career-ending injury. Viral comic. Former athlete. Always unapologetically real.

Maddie Naughton is a comic from the suburbs of Chicago. You can find her around the city and has performed at clubs such as Laugh Factory and The Lincoln Lodge. Critics have claimed she brings a strong “medium dick energy” to the stage.

Tina Youkhana is a Chicago based comedian. She started her stand up comedy journey in 2019. She has performed all over Chicago, NYC, and Austin. She touches on topics such as growing up biracial, differences in cultures, and partying. She has been featured on Kill Tony, and was mentioned on the Joe Rogan Experience. 

Michael Johnson is a Chicago based stand up comedian, writer, drinker and has lived in the city his entire life. Known as the punk rock comic he has produced many different shows throughout Chicago, most notably “The Open Heckle Mic.” You can find him either at a bar performing comedy, rock club producing comedy, or at a dive bar drinking. TRIPLE THREAT!

Jason Melton is a Chicago-based comedian that performs at clubs and bars all over the country. His comedy has been described as charming and funny. Check out his sketch show Cocaine Murder Jam or the Bad Comedy Podcast.