Every Monday listeners get exclusive access to the most influential minds in comedy. Award winning comedian and host Joel Byars captures the inspiring stories and insightful techniques behind your favorite comics with interviews NPR describes as "discovering the desire to be a comedian, their craft and their unifying bond found within the world of stand up comedy."
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Judy Croon is Canada’s Keynote Humorist, Tedx motivational speaker, comedian and stand-up coach at Second City. She has worked with many celebrities including; John Cleese, Jon Stewart, and Joan Rivers. Her specials have appeared on NBC, CBS, CTV and The Comedy Network. She is a co-author of ‘From the Stage to the Page: Life Lessons from Four Funny Ladies!” Judy draws from her standup performance and coaching experience to entertain, inform and inspire in her dynamic keynotes and workshops e ...
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This podcast takes a young upcoming fan of stand-up comedy and discusses everything about the topic ranging from living comedy legends such as Dave Chapelle, all the way to the techniques and, topics used.
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Welcome to "The Observation Station," the ultimate podcast for those who love to delve into the depths of the world with curiosity and critical thinking. Hosted by Tommy Heitz II, this show is your gateway to exploring a myriad of topics, from the latest in current events to the subtleties of human behavior, cultural insights, and beyond. Each week, we embark on a new journey, examining our chosen topic through various lenses to uncover hidden truths and offer unique perspectives. "The Obser ...
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HB! Live #032 - Yoshee Performs in a Theatre, Joel's Big Announcement + Live Q&A
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We're back with another Hot Breath! Live answering all of your comedy questions. Don't forget to join our email list for reminders of future livestreams! Check out Joel's workshops here: https://joelbyarscomedy.gumroad.com/ Join our email list here: https://hotbreathpodcast.com/vip Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HotBreathC…
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Thriving Beyond Fifty-78 Natural Strategies to Restore your mobility, avoid surgery and stay off pain pills in your 50’s and Beyond by Will HarlowLooking 50 is great if you're 60. ~Joan RiversAre you afraid of aging? Be honest? What’s ‘old ‘nowadays? 90? 80? 20???Age has been a good source of comedic material for years! Why? Because most people are…
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HB! Live #031 - How to Break Writer's Block, How to Write One Liners, Young Comic Advice + MORE
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We're back with another Hot Breath! Live answering all of your comedy questions. Don't forget to join our email list for reminders of future livestreams! Join the Idea to Joke Workshop Waitlist: https://forms.gle/jhPB6jyjGTV2TVny6 Get the Breaking Writer's Block Workshop: https://joelbyarscomedy.gumroad.com/l/writedaily Join our email list here: ht…
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HB! Live #030 - How to Produce Your Own Show, Contacting Bookers, Finding Your Voice, + MORE
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We're back with another Hot Breath! Live answering all of your comedy questions. Don't forget to join our email list for reminders of future livestreams! Join the joke writing workshop: https://tidycal.com/byarsjoel/jokeworkshop Join our email list here: https://hotbreathpodcast.com/vip Check out Leah Rudick's interview here: https://hotbreath.capt…
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HB! Live #029 - How to Book Road Work, Should You Post Jokes on Social Media?, Editing Apps, + MORE
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We're back with another Hot Breath! Live answering all of your comedy questions. Don't forget to join our email list for reminders of future livestreams! Join the workshop wait list: https://forms.gle/r7RMDwPMFf43yz2M9 Join our email list here: https://hotbreathpodcast.com/vip Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HotBreathComedy…
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HB! Live #028 - Winston Hodges Joins Us to Talk His Don't Tell Special, Crowd Work Tips, + MORE
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We're back with another Hot Breath! Live answering all of your comedy questions. Don't forget to join our email list for reminders of future livestreams! Watch Winston's Don't Tell here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Fn1pJOqdgc Join our email list here: https://hotbreathpodcast.com/vip Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Hot…
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HB! Live #027 - How to Get on Stage First Time, How to Sell Merch, Earthquake's Best Comedy Advice, + MORE
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We're back with another Hot Breath! Live answering all of your comedy questions. Don't forget to join our email list for reminders of future livestreams! Join my writing workshop here: https://tidycal.com/byarsjoel/writingworkshop Get Hot Breath! Merch here: https://joel-byars-shop.creator-spring.com/ Watch Earthquake's interview: https://www.youtu…
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HB! Live #026 - Show Production Tips, Joke Theft Stories, How to Memorize Your Set + MORE
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We're back with another Hot Breath! Live answering all of your comedy questions. Don't forget to join our email list for reminders of future livestreams! Apply to be in this Sunday's live writing workshop here: https://forms.gle/1acdHLBSEGNrthj2A Get the pre recorded Comedy Writing Video Workshop here: https://joelbyarscomedy.gumroad.com/l/writedai…
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The Amazing, Incredible and Unbreakable Tina Fey One of my favorite funny people of all time is Tina Fey.If you haven’t read her book Bossypants -treat yourself.By the way, can Tina Fey and Amy Poehler just host all awards shows on the planet?Here’s a little info about Tina, in case you’ve been living under a 30 Rock. http://www.JudyCroon.com…
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HB! Live #025 - How to Find Your Comedic Voice, Rehearsal Tips, Making the Most of Stage Time + MORE
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We're back with another Hot Breath! Live answering all of your comedy questions. Don't forget to join our email list for reminders of future livestreams! Join the comedy writing workshop here: https://tidycal.com/byarsjoel/writingworkshop Join our email list here: https://hotbreathpodcast.com/vip Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/gr…
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HB! Live #024 - Is AI Ruining Comedy?, Getting Away with Edgy Comedy, How to Run a Comedy Show + MORE
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We're back with another Hot Breath! Live answering all of your comedy questions. Don't forget to join our email list for reminders of future livestreams! Join Joel's Clean Workshop: https://www.joelbyarscomedy.com/clean-workshop Join our email list here: https://hotbreathpodcast.com/vip Get tickets to Joel's Knoxville show: https://orangehatcomedy.…
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What if choosing the right credit card could transform your financial life? On this episode of the Observation Station, I'm Tommy Heitz, guiding you through the compelling stories of two financial titans: American Express and Visa. We'll explore their origins, acceptance rates globally, and how their fee structures impact where and how often you ca…
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HB! Live #023 - Keith Robinson Joins Us for a Comedy Masterclass
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Keith Robinson joins us to answer your questions and promote his new Netflix special. With 30+ years in the game, he drops a lot of must hear gems for comics. Some topics covered are: How to write authentic jokes Most common young comic mistakes The problem with crowd work How to act in a green room +MORE Join our email list here: https://hotbreath…
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HB! Live #022 - How to "Do" Open Mics for Young Comics, Overcoming Self Doubt, Having Fun on Stage + MORE
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We're back with another Hot Breath! Live answering all of your comedy questions. Don't forget to join our email list for reminders of future livestreams! Join the Clean Comedy Workshop here: https://tidycal.com/byarsjoel/clean-comedy-workshop Join our email list here: https://hotbreathpodcast.com/vip Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.co…
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HB! Live #021 - How to Find Your Comedic Voice, Breaking Writer's Block, Writing Likeable Jokes + MORE
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We're back with another Hot Breath! Live answering all of your comedy questions. Don't forget to join our email list for reminders of future livestreams! Join our email list here: https://hotbreathpodcast.com/vip Join the Clean Comedy Workshop here: https://tidycal.com/byarsjoel/clean-comedy-workshop Adam Muller's interview: https://episodes.fm/102…
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Adam Muller - Producing Two Comedy Specials in Seven Years of Comedy
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Adam Muller returns to give us the good, the bad, and the struggle of self-producing two comedy specials in just seven years of doing comedy. Watch Adam's special here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o6K9eafHsrk Listen to Adam's other interview here: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/7053d7b6-c202-4052-9a2d-7331d38eae0f Join our email list here:…
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HB! Live #020 - How to Organize Your Jokes, Getting on Stage for the First Time, Finding Local Open Mics + MORE
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We're back with another Hot Breath! Live answering all of your comedy questions. Don't forget to join our email list for reminders of future livestreams! How to Organize Your Jokes Getting on Stage for the First Time Finding Local Open Mics + MORE Join the Clean Comedy Workshop wait list: https://forms.gle/gxc63pheeuKsTsUA6 Join our email list here…
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HB! Live #019 - First Open Mic Tips, How to Conquer Stage Fright, How to Write Authentic Material + MORE - comedy podcast
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We're back with another Hot Breath! Live answering all of your comedy questions. Don't forget to join our email list for reminders of future livestreams! Join our email list here: https://hotbreathpodcast.com/vip Join the clean comedy workshop wait list: https://forms.gle/YMsBfARi5S1dgAwz7 Donate to Sinbad here: https://www.thejourneyforward.life/ …
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HB! Live #018 - How to Generate Joke Ideas, How to Structure Your Sets, Handling Heckler Tips + MORE - comedy podcast
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HB! Live #017 - Are Comedy Festivals Worth It?, Comedy Club Etiquette, Preparing for Competitions + MORE
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The Pomodoro Technique by Francesco Cirillo The Acclaimed Time-Management System That Has Transformed How We Work. What does a tomato and productivity have to do with each other?The Pomodoro Technique (named after a tomato) is a cool way to help you get stuff done during the day. It breaks down big tasks into smaller ones so you don't feel overwhel…
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HB! Live #016 - The Tom Brady Roast, How to Analyze Your Sets, Are Comedy Classes Worth It? + MORE
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Joel and Yoshee are back sharing some killer comedy game on this week's live show. Topics covered are: The Tom Brady Roast How to Analyze Your Sets How to open your sets connecting with the audience Are comedy classes worth it? + MORE Join the Clean Comedy Workshop here: https://tidycal.com/byarsjoel/clean-comedy-workshop Join our email list here: …
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Remember when the excitement of new music meant risking your computer's well-being with every LimeWire download? Or the days when Netflix was just a stack of red envelopes waiting in your mailbox? Buckle up, nostalgia buffs, because Tommy Heitz is here on the Observation Station to whisk you away to a time before instant gratification ruled our ent…
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HB! Live #015 - Comedy Special Masterclass with Felicia Madison and Slade Ham
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If you've ever thought about self-producing a comedy special then this is the podcast for you. We go deep with two comedy veterans Felicia Madison and Slade Ham to share their 20+ years of comedy experience all about what comics need to know before doing a special. Some topics covered: Top mistakes comics make when producing a special How to market…
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Ever wondered how swapping out chips for carrots could change not just your waistline, but your mood too? We're fresh out of the kitchen and into the studio, serving a tantalizing exploration of the connection between our diet and the emotional rollercoaster we ride every day. Get ready to feast on knowledge as I spill the beans on how our meals ar…
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HB! Live #014 - Richie Satori's Sober Comedy Journey, Joel Performs in Cayman Islands, Yoshee Heckler Story, + MORE
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Joel and Yoshee are back to share their shocking weekends working the comedy road and our comedy family Richie Satori joins the show to share his sober journey and how he's built a business with it. Everyone can learn from his intentional approach to comedy and creating his own success every step of the way. Join the clean comedy workshop wait list…
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HB! Live #013 - How to Handle Hecklers Masterclass
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Fresh off one of his wildest heckler experiences ever, Joel breaks down his best tips for how to handle hecklers of all types. Topics covered are: How to identify the type of heckler Tricks to getting the audience on your side How to handle "nice" hecklers A heckler checklist +MORE Join the clean comedy workshop wait list here: https://forms.gle/XK…
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Chatter that Matters in our Workplace: A look at multi-generational communicationHi there, I’m Judy Croon, Canada’s Keynote Humourist. Welcome to another episode of Laugh Long and Prosper – Shelf Help with a smile.Today, I have to honour of speaking to Cynthia Rubino, founder of http://www.CytrineConsultancy.caCynthia is a professor, PE Coach, advo…
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HB! Live #012 - The Comedian Financial Masterclass with Tammara Buckey (Taxes, Write Offs, LLCs, + MORE)
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Tammara Buckey joins us to share her 20+ of financial industry experience and help us treat comedy like a business. This is the boring side of comedy that can make or break your career so listen up and share with your fellow comics Topics covered are: What can you write off? What software to use for tracking expenses? What is an LLC? How to treat c…
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