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Tom Rhodes & Special Guest Ahamed Weinberg

Tom Rhodes & Special Guest Ahamed Weinberg

“A mostly natural intellect with a knack for reporting the harsh realities of life with a dark and absurdly optimistic cynicism.” —The New York Times

"Highly recommended if you want a fast-thinking, razor-sharp, and—above all—irreverently funny show." —Evening News

"Superb, cutting humor delivered with tremendous rhythm and charm. A joy to see a master of the craft at work. This is how you do it." —The Mirror

"No comedian has done it like Tom Rhodes. After proving himself as a top-tier American club comic, life and love took Tom elsewhere. He established a fierce international presence and for decades maintained relevance in both spheres. He is simultaneously both relaxed and hungry to conquer." —Miami New Times

Tom Rhodes is an international comedy sensation who has performed in 40 countries and is currently celebrating four decades in stand-up. Known for his adventurous spirit, Rhodes has built a career that includes seven albums, numerous specials, a sitcom, a late-night talk show, travel writing, and his acclaimed podcast, "Tom Rhodes Smart Camp."

His album "Around the World," recorded in different countries and capturing unique local flavors on each track, was longlisted for the Grammy Awards in 2021 and reached the Top Ten on Billboard in March 2020. Rhodes was one of the first comedians to air a special on Netflix, solidifying his influence in the comedy world. He regularly appears on popular platforms like Joe Rogan, WTF with Marc Maron, Joey Diaz, Ari Shaffir, and Comedy Central.

Rhodes' comedy journey began at 17, quickly gaining recognition from Florida to New York, and later San Francisco, where he refined his craft alongside comedy greats like Margaret Cho, Patton Oswalt, and Marc Maron. In the 1990s, Rhodes became Comedy Central's first spokesperson and starred in the network's commercials and travel show, "Viva Vietnam.” He was also the first client of Dave Becky’s 3Arts Management, marking a significant step in his career.

His international journey started with performances in London and expanded to include shows in Norway, Australia, and beyond. Rhodes became a fixture on Dutch television with his talk show "Kevin Masters Show starring Tom Rhodes" and the travel series "Yorin Travel." His comedy, shaped by global experiences, is known for its dark humor and sharp wit.

Rhodes has appeared on numerous TV shows, including "Just for Laughs," "Comedy Bang Bang," and "Sullivan and Son." His podcast, "Tom Rhodes Smart Camp," has been praised by Matador Network and The Onion AV Club as one of the best. It features interviews with notable guests like Judd Apatow, Steve Wozniak, Hannah Gadsby, Marc Maron, Aisha Tyler, Margaret Cho, and many international comedians.

A seasoned travel writer, Rhodes' work has been featured in the Huffington Post, where his stories have earned recognition in Top Ten travel lists. His career is a testament to his adaptability and relentless pursuit of comedy that resonates across cultures. His most recent album, "King of Ha Ha," continues to showcase his unique comedic voice, further cementing his status as a respected and influential figure in the comedy world.

10/27/2024 7:00 PM
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THE LEGEND TOM RHODES IS LIVE WITH SPECIAL GUEST AHAMED WEINBERG

TOM RHODES is a seasoned comedian with a global presence, celebrating four decades in stand-up. Known for his adventurous spirit, dark humor, and sharp wit, Rhodes has performed in 40 countries and released seven albums, including the Grammy-longlisted "Around the World." He was one of the first comedians to air a special on Netflix and is a regular on top comedy platforms like Joe Rogan and WTF with Marc Maron.

Rhodes began his comedy journey at 17, quickly gaining recognition in the U.S. and honing his craft alongside legends like Margaret Cho and Patton Oswalt. In the 1990s, he became Comedy Central's first spokesperson, headlining "Viva Vietnam" and later, a fixture on Dutch television with his talk show "Kevin Masters Show starring Tom Rhodes" and the travel series "Yorin Travel." His comedy, deeply influenced by global experiences, is known for its cutting humor and unique perspective.

Rhodes also hosts the podcast "Tom Rhodes Smart Camp," featuring interviews with prominent figures such as Judd Apatow and Steve Wozniak. As a travel writer, his work has been featured in the Huffington Post, earning accolades for its insightful storytelling. Rhodes' most recent album, "King of Ha Ha," continues to highlight his distinctive comedic voice, solidifying his status as a respected and influential figure in the comedy world.

AHAMED WEINBERG is a comedian from Philadelphia on the rise in the Los Angeles comedy scene. His online presence is substantial, with millions of views on his stand-up clips, over 200k views on his 2022 Don’t Tell set, and over 600k views on his 2019 Comedy Central set. He frequently opens for Shane Gillis and Hasan Minhaj in sold out stadiums across America. 

Over the years, he has performed on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS and LATE SHOW WITH STEPHEN COLBERT. He has been featured on "TimeOut LA’s Comics to Watch" and "Vulture’s 20 Comics to Watch" lists. He was named a New Face at the 2016 Just For Laughs Festival in Montreal.

On the film and television side, Ahamed created, directed, and starred in two seasons of AHAMED’S RAMADAN DIARY and made notable appearances on THE ERIC ANDRE SHOW, INSECURE, LATE BLOOMER, and the upcoming THE JOE SCHMO SHOW. His film LOVEBIRDS premiered on Amazon Prime as part of their inaugural FunnyFest short films festival, and his Facebook series PLEASE UNDERSTAND ME was executive produced by Sarah Silverman.

As a writer, Ahamed currently serves as Story Editor on the Netflix comedy series, GOLF, co-created by Will Ferrell and Ramy Youssef. Prior to this, he wrote as Story Editor on Ramy Youssef’s upcoming animated series for A24/Amazon.

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