Raised on Long Island, Howie got a TV in his room at way too young an age and saw early on the joy and power of laughter. After spending a few years in Atlanta, Howie returned to New York to tell jokes at bars, clubs and once at a funeral (they got laughs, but he stole the material from the deceased). He’s performed at Old Man Hustle, Grisly Pear, and Niagara Bar. Howie wants to improve himself and others. Also, he likes the lobster ravioli from Trader Joe’s.