George Perez Stories #388: Edwin San Juan on Stand-Up Survival, Chicano Comedy & OG Game

In this episode of the George Perez Stories comedy podcast, host George Perez and producer Johnny Roque sit down with legendary Filipino-American comedian Edwin San Juan for a hilarious and raw conversation about life in stand-up comedy, Chicano culture, and the wild side of life on the road. This episode dives deep into the roots of Chicano comedy, street survival stories, comedy club tales, and unforgettable moments from their time hustling in the stand-up scene. From breaking into the stand-up comedy world in the '90s to sharing stages at legendary venues like the Laugh Factory and the Ice House, Edwin brings real talk and comedy gold. George and Edwin riff on Latino and Filipino culture, prison stories, OG comics, and the grind of making it in Hollywood — with behind-the-scenes insights and non-stop laughs. Whether you're a die-hard fan of Latino stand-up, a podcast lover, or just want to hear comics get real, this episode is a must-listen!

Instagram handles:

• Johnny Roque – @roquejohnny
• George Perez – @georgepcomedy
• Edwin San Juan – @edwinsanjuan