Being Good Looking Isn’t Enough
I was reminded yesterday of what it takes to make a comedian either succeed, or fail on stage. In my time spent as a client of the Stand-Up Comedy Clinic over the last four years, I’ve got a pretty good idea about this. I am starting to be able to look at a set and tell why it works, or why it doesn’t....
Read MoreMy Material Works In L.A. Here Is The Proof
Sometimes in life, people will not help you. They don’t see your wins as their wins. They will do everything they can to beat you down and try to suck the life out of something you are passionate about. I know firsthand, because it has happened, and is still happening to me this day, 5.5 years into stand-up...
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...
Read MoreNo Christmas In October For Me
Around this time of year the fall season is into full swing and corporate comedy bookings and fundraisers kick into high gear. At least that’s what I think. The fundraiser for this month fell through at the last minute. So, as it stands I still, after five years have not done a fundraiser or a corporate gig...
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