by RIK ROBERTS The most overlooked element of a joke is the premise. Way too often comics are in a hurry to get to the punch line and don’t spend enough time creating a great starting point. I believe there are FOUR key qualifiers to creating a great premise. Look at your jokes and see if…
In this episode Rik sits down with Chicago comedian Pat McGann. Pat went from selling non-woven polypropylene two-color bags to selling himself as a comedian to clubs and corporate events. Extended stretches as the house emcee for Zanies in Chicago taught him work the crowd and trust his gut. LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE NOW…
Are you keeping track of your jokes in a purposeful and consistent way? Do you remember the faces you meet at the gigs you play? Rik Roberts & producer Gavin Miller discuss the amazingly simple features inside this killer free app. LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE Also on this episode we talk about comedy trends and how to…
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. LISTEN TO THIS EPSODE Below is a brief list of the topics developed just for you. Enjoy!…
This podcast is 100% geared toward the aspiring comedian, part time pro, or any speaker who wants to be funnier on the platform. LISTEN NOW! Our mission is to provide honest, insightful information. I’ll share what has and hasn’t worked over my 26+ years in the comedy business. When I get off track or…