Comedian Dan Whitehurst discusses the importance of staying connected with fans during the pandemic and how it can be achieved through creativity and authenticity.
Pacing and rhythm are crucial to the success of a joke, often leading to different reactions from audiences even if the joke is told the same way each time.
The speaker reflects on the ups and downs of their career in comedy, acknowledging the role of luck in success but also the meritocracy that can exist in the field.
Shane Gillis recalls the time he was accused of having a joke stolen by John Mulaney, and how the situation led him to associate the comedian with Steely Dan and cocaine. He also talks about his definition of a "cool guy" who wakes up with a large sum of money and the stereotype that comes with wearing a suit in the comedy world.
This podcast episode features discussions on jokes, comedy writing process, discrimination, and being a comedian.
The speaker recounts a time when he had to hide in a Wendy's bush and got scared by a mother and her two little boys in the window.
The term "working blue" or "blue comedy" originated in the strict requirements set by BF Keith for his family-friendly shows, which prohibited certain kinds of language.
The comedian recounts his earliest experience with humor, including a formative moment in eighth grade when a teacher encouraged him to read the newspaper and use humor to break tension in the classroom.
The host makes random and nonsensical statements about love, sex, and merchandise, with occasional shoutouts to their dog.
The speaker expresses their excitement and satisfaction in being able to pursue comedy as a career and make money doing it.
A discussion on how stand-up comedy specials going direct-to-consumer through streaming platforms can benefit young comedians who no longer have the option of traditional television airtime.
The speaker admires the art of comedy and the process of crafting jokes, competing with other comics, and mixing different worlds together like smart with "wicked pisser."
The podcast episode discusses the techniques and frameworks behind comedy and acting, and how they can be taught. The discussion also touches on the value of time and its importance in pursuing individual passions.
Learning how to do stand-up comedy can be a daunting task, but it’s the best kind of training to get over yourself, to learn how to say a joke, to learn how to say a line and to interact with an audience.
The podcast discusses the importance of comedy and the struggle of trying to convey a personal message while still making jokes. The speaker relates to the immigrant perspective and its challenges in the entertainment industry.
Bert Kreischer shares the crazy story of how the picture of him shirtless made him go viral and how a TV deal with Will Smith's production company came out of it.
Comedians Kurt Braunohler and Afira Eisenberg have new comedy specials available on YouTube, and also co-host the podcasts Bananas and Parenting as a Joke respectively. The hosts of the Bad Dates podcast invite listeners to share their horror stories from the dating world.
The guest is asked if he's interested in working with any comedy directors, while his edgy style of humor is also addressed.
In this episode, the speaker highlights the toxicity and prejudices prevalent in the comedy industry, leading to adverse impacts on mental health and relationships, influenced by the predatory nature of the field.
The podcast features rambling and incoherent conversations, with frequent non-sequiturs and mispronunciations.
The speaker talks about meat and how some people take cooking too seriously, before transitioning to a story about guests at his comedy show who talked throughout the entire performance.
In this episode, the hosts warn listeners of offensive humor and proceed to tell their favorite jokes, resulting in laughter and discussion.
The hosts of the podcast have a conversation about how they often get sidetracked during podcast episodes, and joke about the many tangents and inside jokes that occur during recordings.
Comedians talk about making money in the industry, from internships to OnlyFans, as well as the drama between comics.
The host recounts the story of paying for dinner for 35 movie stars before being invited to see Chris Rock perform at the Comedy Store. Chris had many big names in the crowd, and the host reflects on the experience as a comedian.
The speaker talks about an incident where someone asked if they were there to perform a comedy show. The speaker and their friend laugh hysterically, and the speaker mentions that they are wearing Target shoes.
In this lighthearted discussion, the hosts joke about clown shoes and sing a lullaby. Wade narrowly wins the lightning round, securing his overall victory by one point.
The hosts discuss the impact of intent in comedy and how it can determine whether a joke is seen as acceptable or offensive.
Comedian and author Li Sam Talent joins the show to talk about his book "Running the Light" and his experiences in the comedy scene.
The episode features the character Doug Sexy, a child in school who is too angry to approach. The episode follows Moe and his group as they try to get a baby back from Lumer and his partner Hattie Seth Powers. This transcript also includes an advertisement for the "Leading Corporate Transformation" podcast.
The tagline was kind of a spoiler. The podcast that recommends 2,000 of it per day. That was the worst.
The podcast hosts discuss when it's appropriate to intervene if someone's joke crosses the line into abuse.
Sam Morante is a defense attorney.
A touring comedian remembers Howie Mandel's visit to a comedy club and recognizes his impressive comedic talent as an actor and stand-up comedian.
A humorous rant about the speaker's frustrating and childish traveling companions, including her husband and friend, and a particularly memorable incident involving blaming a bed-wetting incident on a kindergartener.
