Tuesday, February 1, 2011

Brian Fischler: Laugh for Sight

About a month ago I had the chance to interview an outstanding comic, Brian Fischler.

So why did I interview him, you ask?

Well, I love comedy, and I love when individuals make a difference in the world. Brian is a blind comedian, who created a non-profit organization called Laugh For Sight. His mission is to raise funds for retinal eye disease research.

Laugh for Sight is also a comedy tour, which has featured some of the biggest names in comedy such as, Adam Ferrara, Greg Giraldo (RIP), Colin Quinn, and Dave Attell.

Right now, Brian's NPO is receiving national attention because of shows in California, New York and Florida. This year, he is looking to expand the tour to "big" cities so be on the look out, and make sure you go!

Alright I will stop the promoting! Now onto the real subject, Nash.

Nash is Brian's guide dog that probably has a more crude sense of humor than Brian. He also loves stealing the show.

Brian was featured on the American version of the show Top Gear a couple of months ago. He was the first man to learn how to drive being blind. A blind guy driving, you say? Yes, but that isn't what I am going to brag about. After the shoot was done he went over to the audience to answer questions, but there was a problem you might say. Nash actually decided to pee over the Top Gear logo. So right off the bat Nash decided he was bored and wanted attention and he knew how to get it.

Well everyone visit the Laugh for Sight website to check out show dates and even make donations. Site:
Laugh For Sight

Below are the podcasts of the show so you may hear more stories of the Adventures of Brian and Nash.

Sam Crawford


Part 1 of 2, for the Brian Fischler Interview.


Part 2 of 2, for the Brian Fischler Interview.

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