In this episode of 2 Worlds Collide, I sit down with Merrick Watts, comedian, radio legend, and all-around top bloke, to talk about the art of handling tough crowds and why comedians have to scan the room like a tactical operator before stepping on stage.
In this hilarious and insightful chat, we cover: π The wildest hecklers Merrick has faced (and how he shut them down). π Why comedians have to assess the audience for potential "threats" before a show. π The difference between a good heckle and someone who just wants to ruin the night. π How crowd work can turn chaos into comedy gold. π The crossover between comedy, resilience, and staying sharp under pressure.
This isnβt just about stand-upβitβs about reading people, owning the moment, and knowing when to roast, when to roll with it, and when to shut someone down with precision timing.
π Full episode drops this weekend!
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"A good comedian can read a room. A great one can take control of it."
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