James Hodge
with special guest Russell Crowley
He’s toured with Dave Chappelle, shared the stage with Marc Maron, Bobcat Goldthwait, and Barry Crimmins, while touring internationally, sharpening his fiery political rants that rack up millions of views, and counting!
James Hodge has been a nationally touring comedy headliner for over ten years, commanding rooms coast to coast and earning nods from comedy royalty. Online, he’s known for his sharp blend of silliness and bite—whether it’s bold political commentary, revving up his audience behind a motorcycle, or cutting through the digital waves on his sailboat. His content has drawn nearly half a million followers across social platforms.
Not just hilariously sarcastic, James is an adventurous storyteller. Motorsports, the open sea, or a backstage snapshot with Bill Murray, Dave Chappelle, and Donnell Rawlings—he’s lived it all and shared it with flair. Appearing on the Sailing Into Oblivion podcast episode “Comedy and Sailing with James Hodge” shows another dimension—calm, candid, and full of salty wit.
And yes—his mom thinks he’s hilarious.
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Russell Crowley – Host. Producer. Southern Renaissance Man.
Russell Crowley is a multi-faceted force of nature in the world of entertainment, a seasoned performer with roots that run deep in live music, turntable wizardry, sharp-eyed journalism, and the ever-evolving art of stand-up comedy.
As the founder of Making Magick Productions, Russell has helmed and hosted hundreds of shows across North Carolina, helping shape the region’s comedy landscape one unforgettable night at a time.
Raised in the South and refined on the road, Russell’s background blends small-town storytelling with an observant, poised perspective. His stage presence is as warm as it is witty, balancing homespun charm with biting insight and the kind of timing that can only be earned by years behind the mic, the pen, and the DJ booth.
He also proudly holds the honor of being the first in his family to earn a four-year degree in just seven short years. Proof that persistence pays off, especially when the jokes land.
Whether he’s behind the curtain, behind the mic, or behind the scenes making the whole show run, Russell Crowley is the real deal — a host with heart, humor, and a whole lot of hustle.
