School Of Laughs

School Of Laughs

By Rik RobertsComedyArtsPerforming Arts
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School Of Laughs episodes

  • 005 GET PLAYED ON SIRIUS-XM & PANDORA
    Rik answers questions about SiriusXm, turning conversations into stage material and avoiding being a comedy clone. After a recent writing class in Nashville we gather around the mic as if it were a camp fire. In this episode Gavin (producer and aspiring comedian) discusses his first open mic appearance and what he learned from the experience. Specifically:
    • Not to give yourself too much to remember
    • How to work through stage fright
    • The importance of editing
    Rik offer tips for new comics such as:
    • Know your opening and closing bit inside and out
    • Ask yourself “What am I trying to say?” when defining your premise
    Questions from students include:
    • Mike Spencer asks how to take the quick spontaneous wit he displays during conversations and apply it stand-up comedy.

    • Andrew Davis wants to know when to record a CD, how to set up a channel on Pandora, and how to get played on SiriusXM Radio.

    • Patrick Ebbit wants to know about regional differences and pronunciations of words. Patrick also asks about trends in styles of comedy and what to avoid.
    If you enjoy this PODCAST please subscribe in iTunes and leave a comment and ranking. In fact, if you rate the podcast and send me an e-mail ([email protected]) with your comments or a screenshot of the comment I will send you a free .pdf gift to help you with your comedy career. Better yet, subscribe to the monthly School of Laughs “Insider Tips” monthly email and get exclusive information delivered right to your inbox. It’s fast, free useful and fun. Visit www.SchoolOfLaughs.com and look for the “insider tip sheet” opt in in the header of the page. I’ll make sure you get the official tip sheet and I promise to keep your email anonymous and spam free. Thanks! Rik
    29 min
  • 005 GET PLAYED ON SIRIUS-XM & PANDORA
    Rik answers questions about SiriusXm, turning conversations into stage material and avoiding being a comedy clone.
     
    After a recent writing class in Nashville we gather around the mic as if it were a camp fire.
     
    In this episode Gavin (producer and aspiring comedian) discusses his first open mic appearance and what he learned from the experience.
     
    Specifically:
     
    • Not to give yourself too much to remember 
    • How to work through stage fright
    • The importance of editing
      •  
      Rik offer tips for new comics such as:
       
      •         Know your opening and closing bit inside and out
      • Ask yourself “What am I trying to say?” when defining your premise
        •  
        Questions from students include:
         
        • Mike Spencer asks how to take the quick spontaneous wit he displays during conversations and apply it stand-up comedy. 

          •  

          • Andrew Davis wants to know when to record a CD, how to set up a channel on Pandora, and how to get played on SiriusXM Radio.

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            • Patrick Ebbit wants to know about regional differences and pronunciations of words. Patrick also asks about trends in styles of comedy and what to avoid.
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              If you enjoy this PODCAST please subscribe in iTunes and leave a comment and ranking.
               
              In fact, if you rate the podcast and send me an e-mail ([email protected]) with your comments or a screenshot of the comment I will send you a free .pdf gift to help you with your comedy career.
               
              Better yet, subscribe to the monthly School of Laughs “Insider Tips” monthly email and get exclusive information delivered right to your inbox. It’s fast, free useful and fun. Visit www.SchoolOfLaughs.com and look for the “insider tip sheet” opt in in the header of the page. I’ll make sure you get the official tip sheet and I promise to keep your email anonymous and spam free.
               
              Thanks!
               
              Rik
              29 min
            • 004 PAT McGANN INTERVIEW [podacst]
              In this episode Rik sits down with Chicago comedian Pat McGann. Pat went from selling non-woven polypropylene two-color bags to selling himself as a comedian to clubs and corporate events. Extended stretches as the house emcee for Zanies in Chicago taught him work the crowd and trust his gut. Now with a Letterman appearance under his belt he’s ready to take on the next challenge. Find out more at www.PatMcGannComedy.com and be sure to watch Pat’s Letterman Clip If you enjoy this PODCAST please subscribe in iTunes and leave a comment and ranking. Better yet, subscribe to the monthly School of Laughs “Insider Tips” monthly 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. Thanks! Rik
              41 min
            • 004 PAT McGANN INTERVIEW [podacst]
              In this episode Rik sits down with Chicago comedian Pat McGann. Pat went from selling non-woven polypropylene two-color bags to selling himself as a comedian to clubs and corporate events.
               
              Extended stretches as the house emcee for Zanies in Chicago taught him work the crowd and trust his gut.
               
              Now with a Letterman appearance under his belt he’s ready to take on the next challenge. 
               
              Find out more at www.PatMcGannComedy.com 
               
              and be sure to watch Pat’s Letterman Clip  
               
              If you enjoy this PODCAST please subscribe in iTunes and leave a comment and ranking.
               
              Better yet, subscribe to the monthly School of Laughs “Insider Tips” monthly 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.
               
              Thanks!
               
              Rik
              41 min
            • 003 INCREASE PRODUCTIVITY AND RELATIONSHIPS WITH EVERNOTE [podcast]

              Are you keeping track of your jokes, sets, contacts and ideas in a consistent way?

              We discuss the amazingly simple tools inside this killer app and how you can use them immeadiately to gain access to all your ideas wherever you are and on any device!

              And the best part is -- it's free!

              We also discuss comedy trends and where we see things headed in the near future. All this info is geared 100% towards the aspiring comic and part time pro. If you enjoy this PODCAST please subscribe in iTunes and leave a comment and ranking. Better yet, subscribe to the monthly School of Laughs “Insider Tips” monthly 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. Thanks! Rik

              31 min
            • 003 INCREASE PRODUCTIVITY AND RELATIONSHIPS WITH EVERNOTE [podcast]

              Are you keeping track of your jokes, sets, contacts and ideas in a consistent way?

              We discuss the amazingly simple tools inside this killer app and how you can use them immeadiately to gain access to all your ideas wherever you are and on any device!

              And the best part is -- it's free!

              We also discuss comedy trends and where we see things headed in the near future.
               
              All this info is geared 100% towards the aspiring comic and part time pro. 
               
              If you enjoy this PODCAST please subscribe in iTunes and leave a comment and ranking.
               
              Better yet, subscribe to the monthly School of Laughs “Insider Tips” monthly 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.
               
              Thanks!
               
              Rik

               

              31 min
            • 002 12 PROVEN TIPS NEW COMICS CAN'T AFFORD TO IGNORE [podcast]
              12 PROVEN TIPS NEW COMICS CAN’T AFFORD TO IGNORE Producer Gavin Miller gathered questions from a club full of aspiring comics just like yourself. When the dust settled we came up with a bunch of really specific tips to help you understand and grow your comedy career. Below is a brief list of the topics developed just for you. Enjoy! School Of Laughs Podcast :: Episode #2 Show Notes:
              • The question you need to pose to everything you write
              • How to “float your jokes” when you aren’t on stage
              • How to use other characters to set up or deliver punch lines in your material
              • Shortcuts to finding your voice
              • Why putting yourself in the joke can open up more opportunities
              • Picking material when performing in a competition
              • Six keys to making your material connect with your audience
              • Show me the money! What are the average paychecks for club comics?
              • Offstage moves that help you get behind the microphone
              • The dangers of overstepping boundaries with bookers
              • The two kinds of club headliners
              • Why you shouldn’t let other people’s goals define YOUR success
              and much more! If you enjoy this PODCAST please subscribe in iTunes and leave a comment and ranking. Better yet, subscribe to the monthly School of Laughs “Insider Tips” mothly 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. Thanks! Rik
              47 min
            • 002 12 PROVEN TIPS NEW COMICS CAN'T AFFORD TO IGNORE [podcast]
              12 PROVEN TIPS NEW COMICS CAN’T AFFORD TO IGNORE
               
              Producer Gavin Miller gathered questions from a club full of aspiring comics just like yourself. When the dust settled we came up with a bunch of really specific tips to help you understand and grow your comedy career.
               
              Below is a brief list of the topics developed just for you. Enjoy! 
               
              School Of Laughs Podcast :: Episode #2 Show Notes:
               
              • The question you need to pose to everything you write
              • How to “float your jokes” when you aren’t on stage
              • How to use other characters to set up or deliver punch lines in your material
              • Shortcuts to finding your voice
              • Why putting yourself in the joke can open up more opportunities
              • Picking material when performing in a competition
              • Six keys to making your material connect with your audience
              • Show me the money! What are the average paychecks for club comics? 
              • Offstage moves that help you get behind the microphone
              • The dangers of overstepping boundaries with bookers
              • The two kinds of club headliners
              • Why you shouldn’t let other people’s goals define YOUR success
                • and much more! 
                 
                If you enjoy this PODCAST please subscribe in iTunes and leave a comment and ranking.
                 
                Better yet, subscribe to the monthly School of Laughs “Insider Tips” mothly 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.
                 
                Thanks!
                 
                Rik
                 
                47 min
              • School of Laughs

                This podcast is for aspiring comedians, part time pros and anyone looking to take their comedy to the next level. Listen to interviews with top comics, hear honest advice given to comedy students and get your questions answered on the show by 20 year pro comedian Rik Roberts.

                This initial podacst is what I'll refer to as a "Comedy Campfire". These episodes take place around the mic at a comedy club after one of my live classes. It's straight forward, no nonsesne advice.

                Other episodes will feature interviews with professional comics, booking agents, managers, and anynoe involved in producing comedy.

                39 min
              • School of Laughs

                This podcast is for aspiring comedians, part time pros and anyone looking to take their comedy to the next level. Listen to interviews with top comics, hear honest advice given to comedy students and get your questions answered on the show by 20 year pro comedian Rik Roberts.

                This initial podacst is what I'll refer to as a "Comedy Campfire". These episodes take place around the mic at a comedy club after one of my live classes. It's straight forward, no nonsesne advice.

                Other episodes will feature interviews with professional comics, booking agents, managers, and anynoe involved in producing comedy.

                 

                39 min

              About School Of Laughs

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              From the aspiring comedian to the part time pro this is the podcast you've been looking for! This podcast is full of honest insight and useful information on the journey from the open mic to the sweet…