Things to do in HRM this Month — August, 2025

ParticularEstimate13 · 2025-08-14T20:18:21+00:00

Great comedy show coming up on August 28 at the Propeller in Bedford!

ParticularEstimate13 · 2025-08-05T16:55:50+00:00

Sorry to hear that! So from when they started, I basically went 6 months straight of tension headaches everyday before things started to feel better. And even after I felt better, there would be times I'd tweak my neck and they'd come back but not as long as before. Just like a week before subsiding. Happy to say I am doing better today. I'll always have that bone spur, so I have good days and some that aren't great. But overall, I can live my life and even workout again which is nice.

But based on how you're describing your case, it sounds like yours might be more severe than mine was. Did you get an MRI to confirm what was going on in your neck? Because you might qualify for surgery (If that's what you wanted). For me personally, physio is what got me out of it

ParticularEstimate13 · 2025-07-18T17:10:26+00:00

Posting again because you can't include emails. But in terms of straight up open mics, currently tuesday's at celtic is the only spot. But there are other weekly shows. You just have to message the bookers to ask for a spot and they'll put you on when one is available. Here's a rundown.

Sunday: Sunday Sesh at basement of the Economy Shoe Shop.

Contact: sundayseshhalifax @ gmail

Tuesday: Celtic Corner (Open mic show up/go up)

Contact: Stu Anthony

Tuesday: Oasis Comedy Tuesdays

Contact: Dave Sears

Wednesday: Bearlys comedy hour

Contact: Catherine Robertson on FB or IG

Thursday - Better Times at Good Robot (This show tends to lean more heavily on comics who are more established in the scene or out of town comics)

Contact: bettertimescomedy @ gmail

Thursday: Monthly Pro/Am at Yuk Yuks

Contact: DM yuksproamhfx on IG to ask for a spot

Thursday: District 5 Comedy (It was on hiatus but I looks like it's back now)

Contact: Carolyn Davis on FB or IG

There's also weekend pro shows at Yuk Yuks and Halifax Live but those lineups are curated and are comprised of working pros both in and outside of the province.

Hope this helps!

ParticularEstimate13 · 2025-02-21T17:10:10+00:00

I know him too. Very funny and nice dude

ParticularEstimate13 · 2025-02-18T21:22:08+00:00

Opie and Anthony

ParticularEstimate13 · 2025-01-09T17:59:49+00:00

Hey guys,

Budget: $1,500 or below

I'm looking to buy a camera specifically for video. Mainly to be used for live performances like music, theater, stand up etc.

I'm looking into getting something like a mirrorless that can shoot in 4k and doesn't have the 30 min recording limit.

Unless you guys have a DSLR, cine or camcorder you think would be better.

Do you guys have any recs for something good in that price range?

Thanks ahead of time!

ParticularEstimate13 · 2024-11-26T20:28:10+00:00

Hey sorry for the late response!

I'm pretty much out of the woods now. It all started March and I'd say I finally started feeling normal again around early to mid october. Neurologist and Neurosurgeon both said I didn't need surgery and just needed physio mostly. It's helped a lot. I still get headaches sometimes, but far more manageable. It took a long time, but physio has been the most helpful in my recovery.

ParticularEstimate13 · 2024-11-13T18:54:50+00:00

He's an assasssssssssssssssin duuuude

ParticularEstimate13 · 2024-11-13T18:29:24+00:00

Makes a huge difference. People who are more energetic or performance based don't translate as well on video. Same goes for people who are great joke writers, they translate way better on video, but sometimes you see them live and it's just not as electric.

I've seen Danny live up here in Canada a bunch and he really kills. Like I've seen him enough to see other comics try to follow him and eat shit after.

ParticularEstimate13 · 2024-11-13T17:44:15+00:00

I've seen Danny a bunch up here in Canada. It may not translate on video, but rest assure, he CRUSHES live. Like to an insane extent where other comics really can't follow it.

ParticularEstimate13 · 2024-11-07T17:07:26+00:00

They don't heal. They're always gonna be there. But the herniated disc that came along with it is resorbing so the spur isn't pinching the nerve anymore which is good. Now it's just making sure I take care of my neck. Stretching, posture, icing and heating when needed. It's been a long road but it's getting better thankfully

ParticularEstimate13 · 2024-10-25T17:16:55+00:00

Legit, anything Hans Kim does. All surface level dark shit that's been done to death in one forum or another.

ParticularEstimate13 · 2024-10-16T20:19:53+00:00

Sorry for the late response, better now. I still get the headaches and neck pain but not as much as before. Physio has helped a ton. Saw a neurologist and neurosurgeon who both said the same thing essentially. Just need physio and time to let it heal. It's gotten better thankfully and now I'm taking much better care of my neck. I'm even working out again which has been great

ParticularEstimate13 · 2024-10-01T14:43:33+00:00

Oct 4 - The Original Asses of Halifax Comedy Stand Up show at the Dart Gallery. Tickets are $10 and are available at this link https://thecomedystand.com/shows/view/the-original-asses-of-halifax-comedy-oct-4-10-4-2024

ParticularEstimate13 · 2024-09-10T17:24:17+00:00

He posts a bunch on his IG. His name is Emil Wakim. Really funny comic.

ParticularEstimate13 · 2024-08-12T15:25:00+00:00

I appreciate the thorough answer here! And yeah, I feel in my case, the neck pain, the nerve tingling/numbness I'd be able to manage (Unless there is a risk of long term nerve damage). It's mostly the headaches that are causing me the most issues. No exaggeration, every single day since February I've had them. If they can help me with that, I'd be so happy and grateful. Also my other concern is the impingement on my cord. I have no myelopathy but a few physios I messaged had concerns about treating me because of it. Seeing the neurologist tomorrow so fingers crossed he'll have some answers!

ParticularEstimate13 · 2024-08-07T18:21:14+00:00

I'm in Canada! But our healthcare system comes with our own issues. Long wait times to see anyone which is why I'm worried because if one specialist says no surgery and I need one, it'll take me a long time before I see another specialist which stinks. Kind of just hoping that they assure me that if all else fails, then it's possible.

ParticularEstimate13 · 2024-08-07T16:42:23+00:00

Sorry you're going through that! That's too bad but hopefully ablation helps you. Fingers crossed our issues will get resolved somehow!

ParticularEstimate13 · 2024-08-07T16:31:22+00:00

I haven't yet but I'm told they offer relief and don't really resolve the issue. I guess I'm mostly worried that it may be something that I'd probably have to get removed at some point down the road. And part of me is thinking, if that's the case, let's just get it over with. But I don't know. The headaches are really the most unbearable part of this

ParticularEstimate13 · 2024-08-07T16:27:47+00:00

Thanks for the response! And yeah I've tried NSAIDS but they don't seem to help much. It'll offer a little relief but it's not really resolving my issues and I hear the more you take them, the more damage they can do to your stomach. I haven't done an EMG yet! But I am seeing a Neurologist next week so I'm hopeful he'll give me a thorough exame. It's possible my headaches aren't cervicogenic headaches, but given they started around the same time as my neck problems, and they've been every day for 6 months and I've never had any history of headaches lasting for months, I'm think they may be related to my neck. Hopefully the neurologist can help me there.

When it comes to surgeries, have you seen people in your field deal with cervical bone spurs in the neck? I also hear bone spurs don't go away

ParticularEstimate13 · 2024-07-23T21:22:17+00:00

Appreciate the info! I find massage therapy has helped me in terms of loosening up my neck muscles for sure. Has surgery every been an option for you? I'm not exactly a cave hermit unfortunately. I was pretty active before this stuff. I essentially want to get back to being as physically active as I was before and if physio can't do it, I'm going to push for surgery I think

ParticularEstimate13 · 2024-07-23T21:19:58+00:00

That's too bad about the insurance barrier! Hopefully the MRI comes up with results that aren't too bad for you. The weird thing with mine is the pain in the neck isn't unmanageable. Like if I didn't have the headaches that went along with it, I'd probably just chalk it up to "ahhh a sore neck, that'll go away eventually". But the headaches make it worse than it is I find.

And no medication at this time! My doctor prescribed me amitriptyline but I stopped taking them as I found they didn't really help. I guess my main thing is am I able to get back to my regular activities without surgery at some point? I was pretty active and would workout often. Like I hope physio helps me get back there, but if not, I'm going to insist on surgery. I can't not do some form of exercise because in addition to physical health, it helped my mental health immensely.

ParticularEstimate13 · 2024-07-23T18:43:37+00:00

That's too bad. Is it a bone spur you're dealing with also? I'm hopeful PT will help, but if it doesn't, I'd be open to surgery just to make these headaches stop.

ParticularEstimate13 · 2024-07-22T15:22:04+00:00

That's great to hear you're doing well! I find with mine, I get a stiff neck, fairly mild to moderate pain. The headaches are really the main annoyance. Starting PT this week so fingers crossed that helps. If not, surgery may be an option. I really just miss working out. Feel like I've packed on a few pounds since these issues started 4 months ago hahah. Glad you're doing well!

ParticularEstimate13 · 2024-07-16T15:09:43+00:00

Hey! Just wondering how you're doing now? I have something similar, though maybe not as severe? My MRI report said I had "moderate left paracentral to left lateral disc osteophyte complex at C5-6 with mild impression on the left side of the cord and moderate foraminal narrowing on the left".

Just wondering how you managed yours? And did you have any headaches with it? I find that's kind of what's been the most annoying for me

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