Sarah Colonna | EP 354

Join us for an engaging conversation with Sarah Colonna as she takes us through her incredible journey from stand-up comedian to accomplished writer and author!

🌟 In this episode, Sarah shares her experiences on iconic shows like *Chelsea Lately* and *Scare Tactics*. She dives into the evolution of comedy, the challenges of pitching new shows, and the significance of discovering your unique voice in the industry.

Sarah also opens up about her marriage, the impact of her books, and her perspective on the current landscape of stand-up specials. Throughout our discussion, she highlights the importance of resilience and hard work in achieving success. Don't miss this inspiring chat!

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Sarah Colonna

02:44 Transitioning from Stand-Up to Writing

07:10 The Evolution of Comedy and Celebrity Culture

08:34 Experiences on Scare Tactics

11:52 Insights on Writing and Pitching Shows

18:30 The Journey of Writing Books

20:55 Navigating Marriage and Career

23:14 The Impact of Comics Unleashed

26:42 Stand-Up Specials in Today's Market

29:08 Directing and Collaborating with Friends

30:36 Fears and Challenges in the Industry

32:29 Advice to Younger Self

 

Takeaways

📍Transitioning from stand-up to writing can be anxiety-inducing.

📍Comedy has evolved, with a shift from celebrity culture to social media influencers.

📍Unique and original content is highly sought after in today's comedy landscape.

📍Writing for a daily show leaves no room for testing material beforehand.

📍Experiences on shows like Scare Tactics can be both fun and terrifying.

📍Writing a book can be a fulfilling way for comedians to share their stories.

📍Marriage can bring new perspectives and challenges to a comedian's life.

📍Comics Unleashed helped many comedians gain exposure and ticket sales.

📍Stand-up specials are evolving, with shorter formats becoming more accepted.

📍It's important to remind oneself to keep pushing forward in the industry.

 

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