JP Linde was one of the very first comedians to grace a Portland stage in the beginning of the comedy boom of the eighties. Known for his fearless physical comedy, JP appeared on the Showtime Network and Portland television before turning his attention to screenwriting. JP wrote and produced for the 2014 release Axe To Grind, wrote for Wild Space a Go Go (2010), and performed on Around Town (KATU). We talk about the early days of Portland Comedy, health care for comedians, and transitioning into the tech industry. Even though JP has backed away from standup, he is still one of the funniest people around.