School Of Laughs

• Starting and stopping his pursuit of comedy
• Developing an act on the road
• Getting things squared away before jumping
• Noticing improvement
• Setting goals
• The choice of NYC over LA
• How he was persistent in pursuing the David Letterman Show
• What the process was like leading up to the appearance
• The pressure of a second Letterman appearance
• His preference for writing
• Balancing road vs NYC

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tVFhHLec1go

• Guest Blog Posts

If you are blogging about your comedy journey or have written articles about your experience we’d love to share them. Send a link to the post and any other info you would like us to know and I’ll consider posting it and promoting from our site.

• Sponsor An Episode

Do you have something you’ like to promote? A new CD, big show, or your very own podcast? Contact us for sponsorship options. You can promote on one or multiple episodes.

• Fix a Joke

We want to help as many comics as possible. If you have a short joke (100 words or less) that you would like some feedback on please send it in! You can email the joke written out or send us an audio clip, or even a link to a YouTube video. We will get it on the show and get feedback for you, give out your web site and / or twitter handle to help you get your name out there. Our show is PG so please take that into consideration when selecting a joke.

Better yet, subscribe to the bi-monthly School of Laughs “Insider Tips” email and get exclusive information delivered right to your inbox. It’s fast, free useful and fun. Email: [email protected] and put “insider tip sheet” in the subject header. I’ll make sure you get the official tip sheet and I promise to keep your email anonymous and spam free.

@SCHOOLOFLAUGHS on Twitter

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tVFhHLec1go

If you are blogging about your comedy journey or have written articles about your experience we’d love to share them. Send a link to the post and any other info you would like us to know and I’ll consider posting it and promoting from our site.

Do you have something you’ like to promote? A new CD, big show, or your very own podcast? Contact us for sponsorship options. You can promote on one or multiple episodes.

We want to help as many comics as possible. If you have a short joke (100 words or less) that you would like some feedback on please send it in! You can email the joke written out or send us an audio clip, or even a link to a YouTube video. We will get it on the show and get feedback for you, give out your web site and / or twitter handle to help you get your name out there. Our show is PG so please take that into consideration when selecting a joke.

Better yet, subscribe to the bi-monthly School of Laughs “Insider Tips” email and get exclusive information delivered right to your inbox. It’s fast, free useful and fun. Email: [email protected] and put “insider tip sheet” in the subject header. I’ll make sure you get the official tip sheet and I promise to keep your email anonymous and spam free.

@SCHOOLOFLAUGHS  on Twitter

Stand-Up Comedian Nate Bargatze is a busy man. His Comedy Central one hour special “Full Time Magic” was a huge success. And the CD went to number one on the Billboard Comedy charts - topping his first CD “Yelled At By A clown” which made it to number two.

He makes time to join us today to discuss his early successes and failures, the types of comics he likes to hang with, and setting the bar high.

Specifically, we talk about:

• Fearing actually getting onstage the first time
• Going to ANY open mic for practice
• Overcoming the fear of silence on stage
• The value of a comedy class
• Always trying to top your best show
• Starting a comedy room in New York
• Failing to convince people to see Dave Chappelle for free
• The trick to working in a new joke
• Whether you work clean or dirty be sure to be funny
• The benefits of doing a longer headlining set
• The downside of headlining
• A night we MAY HAVE worked together
• How he met Jimmy Fallon
• What it is like to pitch a show to NBC

And a whole lot more.

This episode is a MUST LISTEN for anyone seriously considering a career in comedy. In fact, you might want to listen to it twice.

Don’t just take my word on it, Marc Maron mentioned Nate as a “comic who should be big” in a Rolling Stone piece. Jim Gaffigan was interviewed in Esquire and said Nate is “one of the top up and coming comics.”

Find out more about Nate Bargatze!

https://www.facebook.com/natebargatze

https://twitter.com/natebargatze

http://www.natebargatze.com

Stand-Up Comedian Nate Bargatze is a busy man. His Comedy Central one hour special “Full Time Magic” was a huge success. And the CD went to number one on the Billboard Comedy charts - topping his first CD “Yelled At By A clown” which made it to number two.

He makes time to join us today to discuss his early successes and failures, the types of comics he likes to hang with, and setting the bar high.

Specifically, we talk about: 

And a whole lot more.

This episode is a MUST LISTEN for anyone seriously considering a career in comedy. In fact, you might want to listen to it twice.

Don’t just take my word on it, Marc Maron mentioned Nate as a “comic who should be big” in a Rolling Stone piece. Jim Gaffigan was interviewed in Esquire and said Nate is “one of the top up and coming comics.”

Find out more about Nate Bargatze!

https://www.facebook.com/natebargatze

https://twitter.com/natebargatze

http://www.natebargatze.com

Tom Mabe talks about his evolution from jingle writer to prankster, comedian to Youtube master. Tom has covered a lot of ground in a short amount of time. The key? Drive. relentless drive.

We talk about:

• First realizing you can tell the same joke twice
• Hustling the road just to get stage time
• How hard it is to overcome a bad first impression
• Developing thick skin
• Having a following before you have an act
• The ups and downs of YouTube income
• Creating multiple revenue streams
• The one prank that really paid off
• The long ride home after bombing
• Corporate gigs and distractions
• When an emcee reveals your entire show before you hit stage
• My key for free breakfast on the road (in the old days)
• Partnering with other YouTube producers

and much, much more!

Check out our YouTube channel while your at it :)

You can contact us anytime in regards to these announcements at [email protected] .

• Guest Blog Posts

If you are blogging about your comedy journey or have written articles about your experience we’d love to share them. Send a link to the post and any other info you would like us to know and I’ll consider posting it and promoting from our site.

• Sponsor An Episode

Do you have something you’ like to promote? A new CD, big show, or your very own podcast? Contact us for sponsorship options. You can promote on one or multiple episodes.

• Fix a Joke

We want to help as many comics as possible. If you have a short joke (100 words or less) that you would like some feedback on please send it in! You can email the joke written out or send us an audio clip, or even a link to a YouTube video. We will get it on the show and get feedback for you, give out your web site and / or twitter handle to help you get your name out there. Our show is PG so please take that into consideration when selecting a joke.

Better yet, subscribe to the bi-monthly School of Laughs “Insider Tips” email and get exclusive information delivered right to your inbox. It’s fast, free useful and fun. Email: [email protected] and put “insider tip sheet” in the subject header. I’ll make sure you get the official tip sheet and I promise to keep your email anonymous and spam free.

@SCHOOLOFLAUGHS on Twitter

Tom Mabe talks about his evolution from jingle writer to prankster, comedian to Youtube master. Tom has covered a lot of ground in a short amount of time. The key? Drive. relentless drive.

We talk about:

and much, much more!

Check out our YouTube channel  while your at it :)

You can contact us anytime in regards to these announcements at [email protected] .

If you are blogging about your comedy journey or have written articles about your experience we’d love to share them. Send a link to the post and any other info you would like us to know and I’ll consider posting it and promoting from our site.

Do you have something you’ like to promote? A new CD, big show, or your very own podcast? Contact us for sponsorship options. You can promote on one or multiple episodes.

We want to help as many comics as possible. If you have a short joke (100 words or less) that you would like some feedback on please send it in! You can email the joke written out or send us an audio clip, or even a link to a YouTube video. We will get it on the show and get feedback for you, give out your web site and / or twitter handle to help you get your name out there. Our show is PG so please take that into consideration when selecting a joke.

Better yet, subscribe to the bi-monthly School of Laughs “Insider Tips” email and get exclusive information delivered right to your inbox. It’s fast, free useful and fun. Email: [email protected] and put “insider tip sheet” in the subject header. I’ll make sure you get the official tip sheet and I promise to keep your email anonymous and spam free.

@SCHOOLOFLAUGHS  on Twitter

Have you ever thought about creating your own tour from the ground up? That's exactly what Tim McClendon of MIDWEST CLEAN COMEDY has done. Starting out with a just a website, he now books clean comedy shows at multiple comedy clubs in the midwest ... on a Saturday none the less!

Along side of Tim in this interview is long time friend Adam White. Adam is a very creative stand-up in his own right. He also handles a lot of work for Tom Sobel, former owner of the Comedy Caravan in Louisville.

Both fellows describe what their current roles are in booking comedians for events. They give many great insights and details that should help any comic get booked in ANY type of show.

Specifically, you'll discover:

• The importance of a video
• What type of video they prefer
• The length of the video
• Keeping the video current
• How to make it easier to get booked
• Creating a basic web presence
• Why you might be overlooked for a booking
• Posting your schedule
• Being honest on your schedule
• Doing the show you promised
• Adjusting to clean crowds
• How not to perform in front of kids
• Bringing value to the comedy clubs
• How NOT to send an email to a booker
• Getting honest feedback from comics
• Making the show work for the booker
• Playing within the rules of the brand
• How to contact Midwest Clean Comedy

You can contact us anytime in regards to these announcements at [email protected] .

• Guest Blog Posts

If you are blogging about your comedy journey or have written articles about your experience we’d love to share them. Send a link to the post and any other info you would like us to know and I’ll consider posting it and promoting from our site.

• Sponsor An Episode

Do you have something you’ like to promote? A new CD, big show, or your very own podcast? Contact us for sponsorship options. You can promote on one or multiple episodes.

• Fix a Joke

We want to help as many comics as possible. If you have a short joke (100 words or less) that you would like some feedback on please send it in! This is a great place to be trying out new jokes! You can email the joke written out or send us an audio clip, or even a link to a YouTube video. We will get it on the show and get feedback for you, give out your web site and / or twitter handle to help you get your name out there. Our show is PG so please take that into consideration when selecting a joke.

Better yet, subscribe to the bi-monthly School of Laughs “Insider Tips” email and get exclusive information delivered right to your inbox. It’s fast, free useful and fun. Email: [email protected] and put “insider tip sheet” in the subject header. I’ll make sure you get the official tip sheet and I promise to keep your email anonymous and spam free.

@SCHOOLOFLAUGHS on Twitter

Have you ever thought about creating your own tour from the ground up? That's exactly what Tim McClendon of MIDWEST CLEAN COMEDY has done. Starting out with a just a website, he now books clean comedy shows at multiple comedy clubs in the midwest ... on a Saturday none the less!

Along side of Tim in this interview is long time friend Adam White. Adam is a very creative stand-up in his own right. He also handles a lot of work for Tom Sobel, former owner of the Comedy Caravan in Louisville.

Both fellows describe what their current roles are in booking comedians for events. They give many great insights and details that should help any comic get booked in ANY type of show.

Specifically, you'll discover:

You can contact us anytime in regards to these announcements at [email protected] .

If you are blogging about your comedy journey or have written articles about your experience we’d love to share them. Send a link to the post and any other info you would like us to know and I’ll consider posting it and promoting from our site.

Do you have something you’ like to promote? A new CD, big show, or your very own podcast? Contact us for sponsorship options. You can promote on one or multiple episodes.

We want to help as many comics as possible. If you have a short joke (100 words or less) that you would like some feedback on please send it in! This is a great place to be trying out new jokes! You can email the joke written out or send us an audio clip, or even a link to a YouTube video. We will get it on the show and get feedback for you, give out your web site and / or twitter handle to help you get your name out there. Our show is PG so please take that into consideration when selecting a joke.

Better yet, subscribe to the bi-monthly School of Laughs “Insider Tips” email and get exclusive information delivered right to your inbox. It’s fast, free useful and fun. Email: [email protected] and put “insider tip sheet” in the subject header. I’ll make sure you get the official tip sheet and I promise to keep your email anonymous and spam free.

@SCHOOLOFLAUGHS  on Twitter

Have you had a hard time working in new material into your set? Do you fully intend to before the show and then either chicken out or get sidetracked and forget?

You'll never grow as a performer until you get comfortable trying out new material. You have to expect some of it to work and some of it to fail. But it is a total failure to not try it out. In this episode, Gavin miller and I talk about 5 ways to work in new material into your set. These 5 ideas will help you keep your show F.R.E.S.H. Yes - another acronym show!

Specifically, you'll discover:

• One surefire way not to forget the new jokes
• A more "safe" way for trying out new material
• A spot during the show that is perfect for new jokes
• One seamless way to slide in a new bit
• How to create space for new material
• Why experimenting is good for EVERYONE at the show
• How to "gamify" new material
• What to do if you aren't playing with a full deck

And a lot more!

You can contact us anytime in regards to these announcements at [email protected] .

• Guest Blog Posts

If you are blogging about your comedy journey or have written articles about your experience we’d love to share them. Send a link to the post and any other info you would like us to know and I’ll consider posting it and promoting from our site.

• Sponsor An Episode

Do you have something you’ like to promote? A new CD, big show, or your very own podcast? Contact us for sponsorship options. You can promote on one or multiple episodes.

• Fix a Joke

We want to help as many comics as possible. If you have a short joke (100 words or less) that you would like some feedback on please send it in! You can email the joke written out or send us an audio clip, or even a link to a YouTube video. We will get it on the show and get feedback for you, give out your web site and / or twitter handle to help you get your name out there. Our show is PG so please take that into consideration when selecting a joke.

Better yet, subscribe to the bi-monthly School of Laughs “Insider Tips” email and get exclusive information delivered right to your inbox. It’s fast, free useful and fun. Email: [email protected] and put “insider tip sheet” in the subject header. I’ll make sure you get the official tip sheet and I promise to keep your email anonymous and spam free.

@SCHOOLOFLAUGHS on Twitter

Have you had a hard time working in new material into your set? Do you fully intend to before the show and then either chicken out or get sidetracked and forget?

You'll never grow as a performer until you get comfortable trying out new material. You have to expect some of it to work and some of it to fail. But it is a total failure to not try it out. In this episode, Gavin miller and I talk about 5 ways to work in new material into your set. These 5 ideas will help you keep your show F.R.E.S.H. Yes - another acronym show!

Specifically, you'll discover:

And a lot more! 

You can contact us anytime in regards to these announcements at [email protected] .

If you are blogging about your comedy journey or have written articles about your experience we’d love to share them. Send a link to the post and any other info you would like us to know and I’ll consider posting it and promoting from our site.

Do you have something you’ like to promote? A new CD, big show, or your very own podcast? Contact us for sponsorship options. You can promote on one or multiple episodes.

We want to help as many comics as possible. If you have a short joke (100 words or less) that you would like some feedback on please send it in! You can email the joke written out or send us an audio clip, or even a link to a YouTube video. We will get it on the show and get feedback for you, give out your web site and / or twitter handle to help you get your name out there. Our show is PG so please take that into consideration when selecting a joke.

Better yet, subscribe to the bi-monthly School of Laughs “Insider Tips” email and get exclusive information delivered right to your inbox. It’s fast, free useful and fun. Email: [email protected] and put “insider tip sheet” in the subject header. I’ll make sure you get the official tip sheet and I promise to keep your email anonymous and spam free.

@SCHOOLOFLAUGHS  on Twitter