Comedy Headshot Fiasco

Headshots were a big deal in comedy and in entertainment when I started out. Now the camera on our phones is better than what we had 20 years ago, but back then headshots were expensive and you really had to find a good photographer. This week’s podcast is a...

Comedy and Permission

I once worked with Michael Richards, the guy who played Cramer on Seinfield, and he was great. We got along well, and he really liked my act. I also got a great education in getting permission. This week’s episode reinforced something I already knew. Thanks for...

Comedy and the SANDY Rules

This is my 100th episode of my podcast titled Comedian Stories! Today I discuss the commencement address I gave at my nieces college graduation ceremony. This is my advice for surviving life, and it’s how I’ve gotten through over 25 years of being a...

Comedy Momentos

One thing us comedians and keynote speakers get a lot of on the road are gifts! Over my 25 year career, I’ve gotten a ton of different things from the conferences – clothes, food, toys. You name it and I’ve probably got it. Here’s a quick...

Cell Phones and Comedy Podcast

Cell phones are great – unless you’re a performer onstage and people don’t turn them off. Even worse, they talk on them! I lost my temper years ago when cell phones were new and people were answering them at inappropriate times. Here’s that...