Category Archives: The Art & Science of Comedy

What Went Wrong At The Hard Rock Cafe

Posted on April 17, 2012 by

Damn it. I really wanted to kill in my second performance at the Hard Rock Cafe. I didn’t.

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Applying Lessons Learned from Zen and the Art of Stand-up Comedy

Posted on April 5, 2012 by

So it’s April 4th, which means I’m on stage at the Hard Rock Cafe with Quinn C. Martin in 11 days. Did I mention that I haven’t been on stage since February 19th? Did I also mention that I need … Continue reading →

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Zen And The Art of Stand Up Comedy: Lessons Learned

Posted on April 2, 2012 by

A compelling premise that builds tension, followed by a sudden release of that tension by way of a succinct punchline with a definitive click moment and topped off with an equally abrupt physical gesture…this sketch has it all:

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How To Lead From Behind: Servant Leadership and Writing for TV

Posted on March 19, 2012 by

Servant Leadership and Comedy: Light Weighs The Crown So I’m the head writer guy for a TV show that’s going to blow up da’ spot. If you don’t know, now you know… David Landrum, a millionaire from a company called … Continue reading →

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People That Tweet Too Much – Development Hell – Part 2

Posted on March 14, 2012 by

Recently, with all of the work for the TV show, I’ve been neglecting my stand-up act. But now I have to get my ish together, because on April 5th I’m doing another show at the Hard Rock Cafe with Quinn … Continue reading →

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