#201 The Emmy for Sticking with It

#201 The Emmy for Sticking with It

Author: Erica Spera and Teresa DeGaetano September 18, 2025 Duration: 32:21

E & T are back this week talking all about the Emmys, Nate Bargatze's "controversial" donation timer, and the challenges of giving 100% to chasing your dreams. They also recap Teresa's Gotham comedy club audition, and how family and coworkers recommending TV shows and Smut books can be a bit awkward. The end of the episode features a Patreon Preview.

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Ever feel like you need a good, long chat with friends who aren't afraid to say the weird thing out loud? That's the vibe of Two Stand-Up Gals. Comedians Erica Spera and Teresa DeGaetano have turned their backstage conversations into a weekly audio hangout, where nothing is off-limits. You'll hear them workshop new jokes, dissect the latest celebrity gossip, and share candid stories from the trenches of stand-up life, all while venting about whatever's bugging them that week. It's a space for honest talk about body image, creative struggles, and the general absurdity of existing, delivered with the ease of a long-term friendship. This podcast, formerly known as Shooters Gotta Shoot, captures the unfiltered and real dynamic of two comics figuring it all out, one laugh at a time. Tune in for the feeling of pulling up a chair at their kitchen table, where the conversation is always flowing and the comedy is genuinely organic.
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#175 Honesty Hour w/ Erica Spera [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:33
We're back with another solo episode of Honesty Hour! The fans submit their questions for advice from host Erica Spera, and she gets brutally honest. Submit your questions or dating TikToks of us to discuss on the show @…
#174 Short but Bold w/ Ali Kolbert [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:46
Comedian Ali Kolbert joins Erica Spera to talk all about coming out, being the pursuer, if lesbians feel the same "attraction can grow" pressure that straight women feel, & much more! Join the Patreon to support the show…
#173 Loud about Nothing w/ Sebastian Conelli & Robbie Nunes [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:08
Sebastian Conelli & Robbie Nunes from the Loud About Nothing podcast join Erica Spera for a fun crossover episode! Promo Code SGS20 for 20% off SunsetLakeCBD.com Join the Patreon to support the show and for extra episode…
#172 This Happy w/ Meghan Hanley [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:16
Get 20% OFF Manscaped + Free Shipping with Promo Code: SGS at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod Check out Meghan's new album: https://badpassword.lnk.to/MeghanHanley Join the Patreon to support the show and for extra epis…
#171 Joint Custody w/ Rafi Bastos [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:52
Comedian Rafi Bastos joins Erica Spera to talk all about his journey from starting comedy in Brazil, getting divorced, then moving to America solo. They also talk about how herpes is viewed in different countries, sharin…
#170 The Herpes "Cure" w/ Ariel Elias [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:05:40
Comedian Ariel Elias joins Erica Spera to talk all about having herpes, how she used to disclose to partners, and much more. At the end, they debate some TikTok dating advice. Submit your dating TikToks of us to discuss…
#169 Religious Moves w/ Justin Smith [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:16
Comedian and former Preacher Justin Smith joins Erica Spera to talk about his journey from being married, pursuing ministry, dating as a preacher, getting divorced, and then pivoting to pursuing standup comedy. At the en…
#168 Honesty Hour w/ Erica Spera [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:59
The fans submit their questions for advice from host Erica Spera, and she gets brutally honest. Submit your questions or dating TikToks of us to discuss on the show @shootersgottashootpod or Erica's Instagram stories on…
#167 Pickle Jar Theory w/ Kevin Ryan [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:53
Comedian Kevin Ryan (Are You Garbage Podcast) joins Erica Spera to talk about why wearing a wedding ring doesn't matter, dating someone in a different country, how he used to shoot his shot, and the marriage fights you r…
#166 Best Sex You've Ever Had w/ JC Mendoza [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:12
Comedian JC Mendoza (@peachfuzzpapi) joins Erica Spera (@spericaa) to talk about what it means to be the "best" someone's ever had, how we don't always perform to a high level, body counts, slut shaming, how he shoots hi…