An Ex Isn’t Loyal, But Mustangs Sure Are
This weekend was one I definitely needed. Not only did it restore my faith in humanity, it also showed me for the first time the power and energy that comes with being a comedian brings. Trevor Dean. Mount Royal graduate, class of 1991. Professional comedian. Yes, you read that right. I am considered to be a...
Read MoreNicki Quitting Again Is Unfunny Business
What’s the one thing that can really screw up a comedian? I’m not talking about the drugs, the adoration of an audience, respect from your peers or even being famous. No, I’m talking about the “L” word, and how it affects comedians. Yes, it’s time to talk about love. In studying...
Read MoreHave you ever….?
It was early September, 2011. I was 38, single and unemployed, yet again. What few things I did have were in storage, as I had moved back home for a brief period of time. But I had a big decision to make that had nothing to do with job hunting or finding a place to live. A few years prior I was into the political...
Read MoreThe Opposite Of Risk Averse Is Me
It’s been almost five years now. I don’t get asked to join the local guys out of town on gigs. I am the only local comic who gets left behind and never asked. I’m an easy target for lazy comedians who need a cheap laugh. When they can’t do their own material they bash me, even when...
Read MoreDo I Love The Skin I’m In?
Recently I came up with a great idea for a half hour set that I can use in the fall. While the specifics will remain under wraps for now, suffice it to say this material will examine very closely the last few years of my life and the struggles they highlight. Will the material created from this period be funny? I...
Read MoreThese Threats Go Good With Iced Tea
For the first time in months, I can honestly say that my life is stress free. Don’t mistake that for me being happy, because the two are mutually exclusive from one another. I am stress free because I am taking the summer off from comedy in order to develop a new half hour set that will hopefully get me back...
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