Want To Show Up Your Bully? Try The 6.5 Year Plan!
Shame on you. That’s about all I can say. Shame on you for missing it. Two Sundays ago at the weekly open mic night, the other comedians in attendance probably didn’t understand the significance of the moment, let alone why it happened. But my comedic training allowed me to recognize the moment in the...
Read MoreAdults That Don’t Grow Up
You can generally tell who your friends are, and who they aren’t, by how they act in the defining moments. Even acquaintances whom you would consider to be on good terms with, will show their true colours in these moments. Allow me to briefly explain. I know that some local comedian(s) wanted me to fail at the...
Read MoreWe’re Different Up Here
It has been interesting to read of the downfall of some of the top stars in the entertainment world in recent weeks, most noticeably of Louis C.K. and Kevin Spacey. Their actions are inexcusable, and the fact they continued well into their respective careers is even more of a shock, given the public persona each...
Read MoreThat Lawsuit Will Look Great On You
I know that a couple of my blog posts have been subjected to police investigations based on the language I’ve used in the past. Keeping that in mind, let me ask you a question. How would you like to wake up tomorrow morning with a lawsuit hanging over your head for libel, slander and for being complicit in...
Read MoreDefeating A Bully With A Single “Punch”line
There are twelve major comedy formulas in stand up comedy. Once you recognize what they are, it becomes easier to write. One of the most powerful to use, if done properly can really get an audience on your side and keep them there. I have learned that an audience wants to like you as a comedian. Some comics, like...
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