Alone Performing a One Woman Titanic Show with Comedian Alice Fishbein
This week we are joined by Alice Fishbein! Alice Fishbein is a Brooklyn-based comedian. Her solo comedy show, "Leo Still Dies in the End," premiered at Edinburgh Festival Fringe in August 2025. She can be seen performing comedy in NYC and her writing and viral videos can be found all over the internet.In this episode, Alice shares her experiences from the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, her one-woman show about the Titanic, and her journey through comedy and creative writing. The discussion touches on the challenges of performing, the unique atmosphere of the Fringe, and the personal connections formed through shared artistic experiences. Alice reflects on her childhood obsessions, the impact of various cultural phenomena, and her aspirations for future projects. Recommendations From This Episode: TitanicTitanic: The Digital ResurrectionAlone Being a History Nerd with Author Sarah Adler - Season 5, Episode 23Alone Making Floral Estrangements with Rebecca Fishebin - Season 4, Episode 46Follow Alice Fishbein: Insta: @afishcalledalice TikTok: @afishbWebsite: www.alicefishbein.comFollow Carly: @carlyjmontagFollow Emily: @thefunnywalshFollow the podcast: @aloneatlunchpodPlease rate and review the podcast! Spread the word! Tell your friends!
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Alone Playing The Triangle with Comedian Myka Fox
This week we are joined by Myka Fox! Myka Fox is an NYC-based writer and comedian who has written jokes for multiple Comedy Central Roasts, The MTV Movie Awards w/ Nikki Glaser, the Independent Spirit Awards, and SNL’s Weekend Update.Myka is/was one half of the cult favorite Gas Digital Podcast “Shame On” with Kerryn Feehan, and currently hosts the popular podcast "Great Hang with Myka and Tim" with her illiterate boyfriend Tim McLaughlin. Her debut standup comedy special "My Joke, My Choice," premiered in 2024 through Comedy Dynamics.In this hilarious episode, Myka Fox shares her journey from growing up in Arizona to pursuing a career in comedy and writing in New York City. She discusses her daily routines, how her life experiences have shaped her creative process, and the unique challenges faced when filming a comedy special on short notice. The discussion also touches on the challenges of friendship, the metaphorical dumpsters we find ourselves in, and the joys of solitude. Myka also reflects on her identity as a twin and the dynamics of sibling relationships. Give this episode a listen!Recommendations From This Episode: Marc Maron: PanickedRachel Feinstein: Big GuyFollow Myka Fox: @mykafoxFollow Carly: @carlyjmontagFollow Emily: @thefunnywalshFollow the podcast: @aloneatlunchpod Please rate and review the podcast! Spread the word! Tell your friends!
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Alone Being a Morning Person with Author Samantha Downing
This week we are joined by Samantha Downing! Samantha Downing is an internationally bestselling thriller author whose books have appeared on the Sunday Times and USA Today. Her debut novel, My Lovely Wife, was nominated for Edgar, ITW, and Macavity awards in the US, the CWA award in the UK, and was the winner of the Prix des Lectrices award in France. Her latest thriller, Too Old For This, was released in August 2025 in the US.In this episode, Samantha Downing shares her unique approach to writing, emphasizing the importance of morning routines and the creative process. She discusses her journey to publication, the influences that shaped her writing, and how her personal experiences have impacted her work. We discuss how personal struggles can shape characters in literature, particularly in the context of Samantha's latest book featuring a retired serial killer. We also explore challenges of writing crime fiction in a modern world filled with technology and surveillance, and the importance of research in creating believable narratives. Give this episode a listen!Recommendations From This Episode: The Thursday Murder ClubMurder She WroteLook Closer Follow Samantha Downing: @smariedowningFollow Carly: @carlyjmontagFollow Emily: @thefunnywalshFollow the podcast: @aloneatlunchpodPlease rate and review the podcast! Spread the word! Tell your friends!
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**Special “Back To School” Episode** with Emily Walsh and Carly Montag
Autumn and back to school vibes are just around the corner! This week we bring you a special episode that reconnects you with the hosts of the show. In this episode of Alone at Lunch, hosts Emily and Carly dive into the nostalgic feelings of back to school, discussing their love for the season and how it inspires them to set new goals. They explore the challenges of balancing creativity and motherhood, the importance of consistency in personal growth, and the impact of comparison on self-worth. The conversation highlights the significance of defining success on one's own terms and the role of self-care in achieving personal and creative aspirations. Give this episode a listen!Recommendations From This Episode: 1Q84The Life Impossible Follow Carly: @carlyjmontagFollow Emily: @thefunnywalshFollow the podcast: @aloneatlunchpodPlease rate and review the podcast! Spread the word! Tell your friends!
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Alone Becoming a Podcaster with Danny Moss
This week Carly is on vacation, and Emily talks to her husband and cohost Danny Moss. They host the Yeet the Rich podcast together, where they research uber rich companies and families, what they claim to have contributed to the world, what the reality is. Danny also works full time as a scenic carpenter, building an engineering scenery for film and tv, having worked on projects like In the Heights, Fleischman is in Trouble, She Says, and Inside Amy Schumer. On this episode we discuss what its like to start a new creative pursuit when you're solidly in your career, trying to fit in a side hustle when you're a new dad, always pursuing intellectual curiosity, and more! Enjoy!
Whether you were the only girl on the football team, the only jock at robotics camp, or you just could never find anyone who appreciated your action figures enough, we’ve all felt like the weird kid at some point in our lives. Join comedians Carly Montag and Emily Walsh as they ask their guests about any time in life they felt like the odd one out. New episodes out every Monday!
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