Chris Ruppe is our guest on this episode, and he is also our Patreon sponsor. I first met Chris at a Christian Comedy Association conference. Since then he has developed material and started to think about going full time into comedy. Along those lines, Chris had some specific questions about making that move. If you…
Today we review the year that was, the year ahead, and what we are trying to accomplish moving forward. Yes, it’s the annual goals tracker episode! If you aren’t a member of the Insider Tip Sheet Newsletter, you’ll want to shoot an email to schooloflaughs@gmail.com and request to be added. This episode comes with a…
It is time for the 2020 Stand-Up Comedy Goals TRACKER episode. This show is a nerdy, comprehensive deep dive into measurable comedy goals for sand-up comedians. Fame and fortune are payoffs, but not necessarily great goals. And, goals in and of themselves won’t make you funnier than anyone else. But they should make you funnier…
It is time for the 2019 Stand-Up Comedy Goals Podcast. This episode is a nerdy, comprehensive deep dive into measurable goals for sand-up comedians. Fame and fortune are payoffs, but not necessarily great goals. And, goals in and of themselves won’t make you funnier than anyone else. But they should make you funnier than you…
As a comedian, entertainer, or speaker your income is directly tied to how much quality content you develop, perfect and deliver. Are you ready for some financial goal setting? Looking back at what brought you income (or didn’t) in 2016 is essential in making pans for the new year. It doesn’t happen automatically. You’ve got to focus…
Today’s episode with Dustin Nickerson is brought to you by our Patreon Sponsors. Dustin Nickerson is a San Diego based comedian. He’s clean, clever and committed to the journey and wherever it may lead. At 31 years old he is married with there kids. He and his wife work at a SALVATION ARMY Recreation Center and he…
Aspiring comedians huddle up after a stand-up comedy writing class to ask a variety of questions about pursuing stand-up. From writing and performing to horrible road gigs – we cover a lot of ground! Questions include: Is there a line that you cannot cross in comedy? What was my worst heckling situation? When writing jokes with…
Should you quit comedy? Do you ever have the feeling that this thing is going nowhere? Do you feel like you are pouring time and resources into a bottomless pit? Does it seem like everything and everyone is working against you? Maybe it is over. Or you may just have hit a rough spot in…
Have you thought about your goals for the upcoming year? Have you reflected on the past year and what you did (and didn’t) accomplish? Gavin Miller and I reflect on our past goals and goals for the future. Gavin’s plans were altered when he found out he will be a father in February 2016. This has…
Our guest today will prove that you can either make excuses or make adjustments. You think it’s hard to find stage time where you live? Try getting up in northern Utah. You can’t find a place to do a show? Start your own comedy night. You bomb horribly at your first attempt? Walk it off and…