Webster’s Is Required Bedtime Reading
I had an old high school friend send me a thoughtful message on Facebook after our high school reunion. She mentioned something that made me think. She said it’s great to see that I was following my dream to do comedy. Then I started thinking about it. Comedy isn’t my dream, is it? Is it a goal? Just...
Read MoreTake Me Where The Wind Blows?
Do you ever have those moments in life where you’re feeling like you are stuck? What do you do to get unstuck? Maybe you get a new haircut or buy an expensive toy. Or, if you’re like me, you wore the purple corduroy dress pants that mom bought for you to wear, and you decided to wear them in high...
Read MoreAn Ex Isn’t Loyal, But Mustangs Sure Are
This weekend was one I definitely needed. Not only did it restore my faith in humanity, it also showed me for the first time the power and energy that comes with being a comedian brings. Trevor Dean. Mount Royal graduate, class of 1991. Professional comedian. Yes, you read that right. I am considered to be a...
Read MoreNicki Quitting Again Is Unfunny Business
What’s the one thing that can really screw up a comedian? I’m not talking about the drugs, the adoration of an audience, respect from your peers or even being famous. No, I’m talking about the “L” word, and how it affects comedians. Yes, it’s time to talk about love. In studying...
Read MoreHave you ever….?
It was early September, 2011. I was 38, single and unemployed, yet again. What few things I did have were in storage, as I had moved back home for a brief period of time. But I had a big decision to make that had nothing to do with job hunting or finding a place to live. A few years prior I was into the political...
Read MoreI’ve Got The Life Coach In Me
A few times when I did open mics the other comics made reference to my set. Not necessarily because it was awesomely funny and not necessarily because it sucked either. No, they made reference to me for a couple of things. the energy of my set my clothes My coach made mention once that the performer should always...
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