The Scene Projects
The Scene Projects
Hosted by Bubba Startz, The Scene Project amplifies independent voices across music, comedy, and digital media through candid long-form conversations, live event spotlights, and behind‑the‑scenes insights.
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Andrew Branson on Comedy Tours, Scene Collaboration, and Building Community

Jan 9, 2026 • 33 mins

Bubba Startz welcomes back Andrew Branson to discuss upcoming shows at Sherwood Lounge and plans to expand with headliners and musical acts. They explore monetization and collaboration on comedy projects like a dive bar comedy tour and blue-collar concepts. The conversation highlights fostering a supportive comedy community and Riley Cosgrove's AI collaboration. They discuss expanding comedy into suburban and rural areas, connecting scenes between Minneapolis and Sioux Falls. Andrew shares his comedy mantra, regional comedian spotlights, and the idea of turning comedy tours into reality TV. The episode concludes with promoting Andrew's shows and planning future collaborations.

Key Points

  • Andrew Branson's comedy show at Sherwood Lounge is gaining momentum, with plans to expand into a regular monthly event featuring well-known headliners from the Minneapolis scene.
  • Branson's goal is to create a comedy tour that brings high-quality shows to suburban and small-town venues, providing opportunities for comedians and diversifying local entertainment options.
  • Bubba Startz and Andrew Branson are collaborating to capture and distribute comedy content through The Scene Projects network, aiming to build a supportive community and elevate independent comedians' visibility.
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