Matching Wits With Dim Wits
Wednesday nights are done. I won’t be going back to do Wednesday open mics anymore. After two weeks ago, why should I submit myself to be disrespected by the host and trashed by a fellow comedian when I have done nothing to deserve such treatment? Have you ever had somebody rain on your parade constantly, no...
Read MoreYou’re Either Broken Or An Adult. Pick One.
There is a story my comedy coach tells in his blogs about meeting George Carlin early on in his career. Carlin told him that he knew with 98% accuracy that a joke was going to be funny before he hit the stage. When you attend an open mic as a comedian, you should always try new material, providing you actually write...
Read MoreEither You Have It, Or You Don’t?
I was watching an interview of a famous comedian. I enjoyed watching the interview until I heard those words again. either you got it, or you don’t click (yes, I actually used a t.v. remote) There are a lot of different personality types that attempt stand-up. Some are really nervous, self conscious and...
Read MoreBury The Garbage. Now Walk Away. Keep Walking.
What a difference a year makes. Last year at this time, things were drastically different for me. I tried to jump start a relationship, and my plans to go to the USA were on hold due to a serious personal issue. Needless to say, I wasn’t in the mood to do comedy, much less anything else. By the end of...
Read MoreHave Turban, Will Travel
I had a friend recently talk to me about Carnac the Mediocre. This friend suggested that I maybe take Carnac to the retirement homes to do. While it’s an interesting and unique idea, I believe it comes with uncertainty and more questions than answers. I don’t want Carnac to become a novelty act. I would...
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