God Told Me To “Take A Seat”
A comedians life is never simple. It’s one fraught with anxiety, self-doubt and the feeling that you are alone on an island. Today was one of those days where at church, I felt convicted to change a major part of my act for 2019. During worship my mind was racing. Going into worship, I had a tortured mind. ...
Read MoreThe Defining Narrative?
When I sit down to write a blog post, it’s usually based on what I feel in the moment. Yes, those thoughts and emotions may not last the next day, or next week for that matter. But, they are part of the narrative and why The Stand-Up Diaries is such a compelling read. My plans, thoughts and feelings can...
Read MoreSubjective Christianity
The benefits to being self-employed are obvious at first glance. You can set your own hours, pay yourself what you are worth, hire or fire whom you please or simply work by yourself. But a successful entrepreneur must balance two important factors. They are staying true to yourself while building your customer...
Read MoreThe Gospel According to JC & JC
I have had a feeling of thankfulness these last few weeks with respect to my stand-up comedy, wondering in amazement how I’ve managed to still be doing this considering the road I have traveled to get to respectability. That road hasn’t been easy. It’s been lonely, very, very, very lonely. At...
Read MoreComfortably Uncomfortable
Every so often I need a challenge in comedy, something to look forward to. It doesn’t have to be something I will succeed at, but something that will make me uncomfortable. Two things are present now that I never used to experience. First, I am finally getting consistent sets under my belt. I don’t...
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