Chapter
Overcoming a Bombing Experience
41:40 - 46:10 (04:29)
Comedian reflects on his early days of performing and how he learned to overcome the experience of bombing in front of a tough audience.
Clips
A comedian shares his experience attending open mics, where he observes both new and seasoned performers putting on a show for a non-existent audience.
41:40 - 43:34 (01:53)
Comedy
Summary
A comedian shares his experience attending open mics, where he observes both new and seasoned performers putting on a show for a non-existent audience.
ChapterOvercoming a Bombing Experience
Episode#255 – Mark Normand: Comedy!
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Comedians need a little bit of delusion to perform, but too much can make them a psycho.
43:34 - 45:01 (01:26)
Comedy
Summary
Comedians need a little bit of delusion to perform, but too much can make them a psycho. The beginning is usually the hardest part for comedians.
ChapterOvercoming a Bombing Experience
Episode#255 – Mark Normand: Comedy!
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The art of stand-up comedy is not just about delivering jokes, it requires confidence, likability, timing, and an understanding of how the audience perceives you.
45:01 - 46:10 (01:09)
Stand-up Comedy
Summary
The art of stand-up comedy is not just about delivering jokes, it requires confidence, likability, timing, and an understanding of how the audience perceives you. Watching famous comedians on Netflix can be misleading since their sets have been refined over time and may not work in an open mic setting.