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...

Multiple Comedy Shows

Sometimes you hit the jackpot in comedy and you wind up doing a bunch of shows for the same organization. This podcast talks about a couple of times this has happened to me. Whether it’s being the master of ceremonies or a comedy show or a keynote – there...

Comedy Green Rooms

What’s it like backstage in the green room? Well, it varies. It seems no two green rooms are alike, and there are pros and cons to them. I talk about a couple of my green room experiences in this episode of my weekly...