Mikey C (aka Michael Casentini)
Mike is a professional standup comedian, writer, producer and entrepreneur. A bi-coastal kid, born in the San Francisco Bay Area, grew up in New York and currently lives in Los Angeles, California. As a child, entertaining was a natural response to life. His gift to make others laugh made him a stand out in junior high school. In 1999, Mike performed for the first time. In 2001, Mike moved to Los Angeles to follow the dream. Mike has performed comedy cross the country. His comedy style incorporates story telling, setup punch and voices, both silly and impersonations.
Make began standup comedy in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Upcoming Events Podcast: Look What I Stepped In
Mike is finally getting back to Podcasting. After 12 years of helping others produce their Podcasts, Mike is bringing back a former Podcast idea he fostered in 2012 called “Look What I Stepped In.” This Podcast is a social commentary show, featuring current events, politics and the ridiculousness of daily life.
Background
Mike has been very busy for nearly 50 years on this planet. Not classically or traditionally educated, but extremely knowledgable, outgoing and motivated to succeed. Mike has both followed his dreams while turning them into money making adventures.
- 1994 – 1996
I worked as an office manager for a virtual Reality startup called, Worlds, Inc. I was responsible for managing the office for purchasing to maintaining stock on supplies and computer equipment.
- 1996 – 2012
During this time, I built websites while pursuing my comedy interests. I started my web design business, DESIGNAsite! and later renamed it to Mike Casentini Design. In 2003, I studied at Second City and became a conservatory member. I also was performing standup comedy throughout this time, in clubs like the Improv, Comedy Store and Laugh Factory, just to name a few.
- 2012 – 2023
For 12 years of my life, I helped produce over 12,000 episodes of audio/video content. I’m the founder of “The Network Studios” in Culver City, California.
Projects
MJCIV Entertainment
MJCIV Entertainment is my new production company, focused on helping people build their very own Podcast studio as well as original content creation.
1-Hour Special: Married A Narcissist
I’m working on my next 1-hour special called, “Married A Narcissist.” This special will breakdown my failed marriage, having my first and only child in my late 40’s, hating life but still determined to breakout.
Podcast: Look What I Stepped In!
This is the reimagined Podcast idea I had many years ago. Focused on social commentary around current events, politics, and the ridiculous.
My Fault Films
In 2006, I founded the independent film production company, “My Fault Films.” A production company focused on quality film production on a budget. We produced a short film called, “LOST: My Car Key” that was selected, but unfortunately was not nominated for a 2007 Broadband Emmy.
Screen Play: Ride Share
A comedic action thriller film about a ride share driver and a day that changed his life forever.
Heavy Hitters of Comedy
I’m bringing back a great idea I had over 14 years ago. It’s the Heavy Hitters of Comedy. An online magazine for professional, aspiring and fans of standup comedy.