Mike Gaffney grew up in a tough New Jersey neighborhood where he quickly learned he needed to get tough or get funny...He’s not that tough but Mike Gaffney is very funny. Mike's style of comedy is very conversational discussing day to day life not only as a single dad but as a friend, son, uncle and all around good guy. Mike took to the stage at 32 which is a little older than most. He spent a few years grinding it out before taking a break like many comics do. In 2009, Mike decided that his love for comedy was too strong, so he hit the stage full speed ahead and hasn't slowed down. Mike works regularly at most clubs in NYC as well as comedy clubs up and down the east coast. You can also hear Mike on his weekly podcast "The Disgruntle Dad." Mike was a semifinalist on 2014's Last Comic Standing on NBC. Executive Producer Wanda Sykes was so impressed with Mike, she used his clip to promote Last Comic Standing on Ellen. NBC as well as The View on ABC. He has appeared on The Artie Lange Show, Direct TV, was on the first season of Gotham Comedy Live  and 30 Rock on NBC. He has had rave reviews in Whether he is talking about being a single father, or clean living; his show appeals to audiences of all ages.