Comedy Writing
Chapters
A group of friends discuss the process of comedy writing and how adding personal experiences can create better material.
1:06:10 - 1:10:27 (04:16)
Summary
A group of friends discuss the process of comedy writing and how adding personal experiences can create better material.
EpisodeCrazy Ex-Girlfriends w/ Big Jay Oakerson | 2 Bears, 1 Cave Ep. 181
Podcast2 Bears, 1 Cave with Tom Segura & Bert Kreischer
The speaker describes his comedy writing process, which involves creating different versions of jokes and then picking the best one.
45:04 - 46:55 (01:51)
Summary
The speaker describes his comedy writing process, which involves creating different versions of jokes and then picking the best one.
Episode"David Spade"
PodcastSmartLess
The importance of genuine laughter during read-throughs is discussed as comedy writers share inside jokes, prompting forced laughter, and why it's important for writers to learn how to be funny within the context of a television show.
1:31:36 - 1:34:04 (02:28)
Summary
The importance of genuine laughter during read-throughs is discussed as comedy writers share inside jokes, prompting forced laughter, and why it's important for writers to learn how to be funny within the context of a television show.
EpisodeKumail Nanjiani
PodcastFly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
The host discusses the importance of writing discipline in comedy with the example of a famous comedian who would stick to a rigorous writing schedule.
58:13 - 1:02:53 (04:39)
Summary
The host discusses the importance of writing discipline in comedy with the example of a famous comedian who would stick to a rigorous writing schedule. While there may not be a fixed methodology for comedy, having a strong understanding of its mathematics can lead to magical results.
Episode#327: Aisha Tyler — How to Use Pain, Comedy, and Practice for Creativity
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The difficult job of writing funny jokes for late-night TV shows is described as a collaborative process of coming up with bunches of material around the clock, where writers need to stay current and understand the humor at the moment.
15:07 - 20:53 (05:46)
Summary
The difficult job of writing funny jokes for late-night TV shows is described as a collaborative process of coming up with bunches of material around the clock, where writers need to stay current and understand the humor at the moment.
EpisodeKevin Nealon talks SNL, Pranks, and Caricatures
PodcastHowie Mandel Does Stuff Podcast
The way a comedic piece ends has a disproportionate effect on its potency, as endings are the most memorable part.
49:15 - 58:22 (09:06)
Summary
The way a comedic piece ends has a disproportionate effect on its potency, as endings are the most memorable part. This is similar to the way speeches end on a quote or pithy sentence, as people have an instinctive need for a memorable finale.