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Poised for Play: How To Stop Forcing Funny and Let It Come to You
The funniest people aren’t trying to be funny. They’re relaxed, present, and ready, so here’s how to get into that “poised for play” state where the laughs come to you.
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Poised for Play: How To Stop Forcing Funny and Let It Come to You
The funniest people aren’t trying to be funny. They’re relaxed, present, and ready, so here’s how to get into that “poised for play” state where the laughs come to you.
How To Use AI for Comedy Writing Without Losing Your Voice
AI makes a terrible joke machine, but it can be a great writers room if you use it the right way. Here’s how to ask it the right questions so it reveals your comedy voice instead of replacing it.
How Naturally Funny People Find the Funny Fast (And How You Can Too)
Naturally funny people aren’t magic. They just see more paths to the funny, and with enough practice those paths turn into patterns you can run without even trying.
Build a Comedy System: How One Habit Can Solve Writer’s Block, Stage Time, and Inspiration
Writer’s block, stage time, and no inspiration feel like three separate problems, but they don’t have to be. Here’s how to build a comedy system where one habit feeds everything else and your voice keeps showing up.
Honestly Hilarious: Why Dropping Your Social Mask Makes You Funnier
Trying to be funny while wearing a heavy social mask is exhausting, and the audience can feel it. Here’s why honesty is one of the fastest ways back to the real you, and to your best laughs.
Stop Overexplaining Your Jokes: How To Ride the Wave of a Funny Thought
Saying the wrong thing isn’t always what ruins a joke. A lot of the time it’s saying too much, so here’s how to stop freezing your funny thoughts mid-rise and ride them out.
Who Are Your Imaginary Critics? How To Stop Pre-Rejecting Your Funny Thoughts
That voice saying “this is dumb” before you even open your mouth isn’t a real audience. Here’s how to put a face on your imaginary critics so they stop killing your jokes before anyone hears them.
Valuable Attention: Why the Right Audience Beats a Big One for Comedians
The worst thing that can happen to you as a comedian isn’t obscurity. It’s becoming known for the wrong thing, so here’s how to build attention that actually lets you grow.
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