Posted by Mike Betette on Thursday, January 19, 2012,
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Did a really fun pilot with some guys form Chicago for Comedy Central. I got to play a mayor. With Ron Lynch! It was a dream come true. Continue reading ...
Posted by Mike Betette on Wednesday, July 20, 2011,
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I shot a Rogaine commercial. It was a ton of fun. It has an Old Spice commercial feel and it was directed by Funny or Die directors Osmany Rodriguez and Matt Villines. More to come when it airs!! Continue reading ...
Posted by Mike Betette on Wednesday, May 4, 2011,
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I booked a Disney pilot called "Drive!" It's true stories about kids getting their drivers licenses' and I play one of the Drivers Ed teachers who help give them a little more than they are expecting on their lessons, to see if they can handle it. In the pilot I play Coach Mike.
Here's a couple pictures:
And here's a picture from the set of our fake Drivers Ed business, Slippery When Wet.
It's through Evolution media and Disney, and it's directed by Bob McKinnon. I'll let you all know when ...
Posted by Mike Betette on Friday, March 25, 2011,
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Worked today writing bits for our kids show, "You Are WhatYou Eat" at the amazing restaurant Eva in Los Angeles.
Here's our host Uschi Puschi with celebrity chef and owner of Eva, Mark Gold. He also made us his world famous bagel burgers! They were freaking delicious. Do yourself a favor and go to Eva for dinner. And order the carrot appetizer. Trust me. Best carrot I've ever eaten. Continue reading ...
Posted by Mike Betette on Thursday, August 12, 2010,
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I've been writing "List Blogs" for Koldcast. 15 Most Under-Appreciated Comedians Working Today 15 Hollywood Movies that feature Doggystyle and 13 Shows About Nothing Besides Seinfeld.
I have links to all three in the "Writing Section." Enjoy!
Posted by Mike Betette on Wednesday, June 9, 2010,
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I guess it’s true what they say, NPR is a bunch of thieving, lying hacks. I hear it all the time and I’ve always been an NPR apologist, but no more! I’m sure you all know the controversy I’m talking about, unless you get your news from NPR, who have YET to comment on this chaos, even after my many cuss-filled e-mails and phone calls (I’m waiting NPR!) Anyway, I’ll break the story down for you. Yesterday on Blackbookmag.com my piece entitled, “The Best and Worst of State Flags”... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mike Betette on Friday, April 9, 2010,
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Researchers in South Africa discovered the remains of a previously unknown human-like hominid that had a remarkably small brain, but a more developmentally advanced pelvis. I don’t want to burst anyone’s science bubble, I think Sandra Bullock already discovered that species. ___ Scientists have found a new lizard called the Varanus Bititawa that is a cousin to the giant Komodo Dragon. Of course, friends of the Varanus already knew they were related because he brags about it all the time. He... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mike Betette on Saturday, December 12, 2009,
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My wife is a terrible whistler. Hilariously terrible. So, we worked on this video, starting at midnight the other night. And came up with this. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do...
Posted by Mike Betette on Tuesday, October 27, 2009,
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Check out my new movie trailer reviews on "Trailer Trash" at the fabulous tvgasm.com!
http://www.tvgasm.com/newsgasm/news/moviegasm/trailer-trash.php Where I review the trailers for: "Cirque du Freak: The Vampire's Assistant", "This is It" the Michael Jackson documentary, "The Boondock Saints II: All Saints Day", "Gentlemen Broncos" and "The House of the Devil"
Posted by Mike Betette on Tuesday, October 20, 2009,
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Matt Donnelly's Celebrity Tarot Lounge went great. Fun shows, great houses. Thanks to everyone who came and laughed loud!
And now...pictures of Mike Betette with celebrities!
Robin Leach (from Lifestyles of the Rich & Famous and all around celebrity and Twitteter) Adam Savage (from Mythbusters)
The entire cast. And two celebs! Top Row: Jim Festatne, Mike Betette, Annie Duke (Professional poker player and runner-up on Celebrity Apprentice), Matt Donnelly, Andy Bloch (Professional poker player a... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mike Betette on Tuesday, October 13, 2009,
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10/13/09
I'm performing in the improv show "Matt Donnelly's Celebrity Tarot Lounge" in Vegas this weekend at The Stage Door Theater in Town Square.
Celebrity Guests include: Robin Leach (Lifestyles of the Rich & Famous), Adam Savage(Mythbusters), Terry Fator (Ventriloquist and winner of America's Got Talent, Season II) andAnnie Duke (Professional Poker Player, Celebrity Apprentice runner-up). For tickets click here: http://www.tarotlounge.com/ ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mike Betette on Tuesday, October 13, 2009,
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10/1/09
I posted an article I wrote, "The True Story of Col. Griffith Jenkins Griffith and His Park" up on the site. Fascinating stuff! Click the link in the header above.
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