Chapter
The Value of Open Mics and Humility in Comedy
58:57 - 1:03:03 (04:05)
Comedian Dan St. Germain discusses the importance of humility in comedy and the value of starting out with open mics rather than relying on crowd work clips for success.
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The hosts discuss the reality of starting stand-up comedy and how it takes more than just a few open mic performances to consider oneself a comedian.
58:57 - 1:00:37 (01:40)
Summary
The hosts discuss the reality of starting stand-up comedy and how it takes more than just a few open mic performances to consider oneself a comedian. They also explore at what point in a comedian's career they should consider moving to a bigger city for more performance opportunities.
ChapterThe Value of Open Mics and Humility in Comedy
Episode#12 - Jessica Kirson
PodcastStavvy's World
The internet has provided an opportunity for anyone to put out content, including stand-up comedy.
1:00:37 - 1:01:42 (01:04)
Summary
The internet has provided an opportunity for anyone to put out content, including stand-up comedy. However, this can lead to a sense of entitlement amongst new comedians who may not be skilled yet and think they deserve success due to the algorithm's unpredictability.
ChapterThe Value of Open Mics and Humility in Comedy
Episode#12 - Jessica Kirson
PodcastStavvy's World
The speaker reflects on the paradox of benefiting financially from crowd work while acknowledging its negative impact on society and the environment.
1:01:42 - 1:03:03 (01:21)
Summary
The speaker reflects on the paradox of benefiting financially from crowd work while acknowledging its negative impact on society and the environment.