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July 31, 2021 49 mins

Join me for an encore presentation of Episode #2 of the School of Laughs podcast. This episode is brought to you by Patreon supporter Josh Liston. Find out how you can help us stay on the air at www.SchoolOfLaughs.com/Patreon.

Producer Gavin Miller gathered questions from a club full of aspiring comics just like yourself. When the dust settled we came up with a bunch of really specific tips to help you understand and grow your comedy career.

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Below is a brief list of the topics developed just for you. Enjoy!

  • The question behind everything you write.
  • How to “float your jokes” when you aren’t on stage.
  • How to use other characters to set up or deliver punch lines in your material.
  • Shortcuts to finding your voice.
  • Why putting yourself in the joke can open up more opportunities.
  • Picking material when performing in a competition.
  • Six keys to making your material connect with your audience.
  • Show me the money! What are the average paychecks for club comics?
  • Offstage moves that help you get behind the mic.
  • The dangers of overstepping boundaries with bookers.
  • The two kinds of club headliners.
  • Why you shouldn’t let other people’s goals define YOUR success.

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Rik

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