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Five Minutes Funnier
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All things about comedy and comedian Jimmy England
For Now, Goodbye - and Thanks - Five Minutes Funnier
It had to end sometime and this is it, the final episode of Five Minutes Funnier. There's a lot of great tips in this series that can make you a better, sharper comedian. But if there's one message to take away from it all, it's that the focus should be less on the stage and more on the audience. You can change society from up there but only if the audience listens. Getting them to listen is what this series has been all about.
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When The Thrill Is Gone - Five Minutes Funnier
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Stand up demands so much of your time that sometimes it sucks all the fun out of it. There are things to do to combat burnout and come back totally re-energized - and maybe find something new you love even more.
Why It's Easy to Write a Dirty Joke - Five Minutes Funnier
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It's so easy to write a dirty joke some comedians can feel insecure about trying to write clean. There's a reason why it's easy - but there's also big reasons to develop a clean set. And the crazy thing is if you know how to write a dirty joke, you know how to write a clean one. Sometimes it's just about confidence.
You Don't Have To Be On Stage Every Night - Five Minutes Funnier
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Stage time is the most important aspect of comedy, right? Of course it is, but it doesn't do much for your career if you get up there and don't have anything fresh to say. Or if the material is mediocre. Sometimes the best thing you can do is just stay home and write.
Being Prepared for Bullet - Five Minutes Funnier
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This started to be about being prepared and morphed into a defense of the bullet position. Oh, and I don't think I made this clear but the bullet position is the first comic of the night usually introduced by the host. It gets a bad rap but if you're any kind of comic it shouldn't make any difference.
A Joke Doesn't Have To Be Bad To Get Dropped
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You don't just drop a joke because it doesn't get laughs. Sometimes there's a deeper reason why a joke disappears from an act.
Is An Album The Only Thing Stopping You From Stardom? Five Minutes Funnier.
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It's so easy to do these days it can seem like the only thing between you and a Netflix special is recording an album. But when something gets that easy you're not the only one who has that idea. There's a lot to consider so unless you plan to give them out as Christmas presents to the family you better think about why you're doing it and what you're trying to accomplish.
Two Ways To Tell A Story - Five Minutes Funnier
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Story telling in stand-up is different from being a story teller. For one thing you have two ways to play it, either just tell the story with minimal embellishment because the payoff is so good or tell the story and be a kibitzer it at the same time - useful if it's a good story but you're not confident in the pay-off. Either way works, you just have to know which one to use. Link to Jim's Stor...
Five Minutes Funnier And The Case of the Repeating Punchline
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It's so easy to do, write a set-up and then when you're looking for a punch line there's something you've written before that fits perfectly. With a tweak here and there nobody will notice you've just written the same joke. Trouble is they will - especially if you've put both in the same set. Or worse if you've used that punchline more than once already.. Get ready, there will be consequences.
What to Do When You Screw Up On Stage
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It happens to everyone. You're going along, the audience is the palm of your hand, they're laughing at everything and suddenly you have no idea where you are or where to go next. It doesn't have to be a disaster, you can still save the situation.
Dealing With The Curse of Writer's Block
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Fresh material is the lifeblood of a comedian. At times it seems effortless - and then there's times it seems like you'll never be funny again. You can sit and stare at the computer screen or you notebook (after what seems like forever that works) but there are strategies to get the comedy tap flowing again.
Why Randy the Troll Will Never Have An Agent
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Randy - a future accountant perhaps - started trolling me because he doesn't believe in self-promotion. Clearly, he's not a comedian because self-promotion isn't optional - it's a necessity for a comedy career. And nowhere is it more important than if you're trying to attract top notch representation. They're not looking for talent, they're looking for a revenue stream and the more money making...
Taming Your Inner Control Freak
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Nothing's worse than absolutely killing at one show than doing the same set again with another audience that doesn't show you the same love. That's when a perfectly good set can go all to hell.
Five Minutes Funnier Is Broken
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Where has Five Minutes Funnier been these last few weeks? There's a good explanation - and it's short.
Who Is Larry Smith? (And Why Is He So Funny) - Five Minutes Funnier
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You may or may not know Larry Smith but everyone who thinks stand-up is just standing on stage telling jokes should get familiar with him. His act isn't just stand-up, it's theatre and it's unique not just for his willingness to do whatever he needs to do to get a laugh but how he does it without losing control. A unique and captivating comic - and you get a good sample of him at the end.
52 - Are You Ever Going To Be Funny Enough? - Five Minutes Funnier
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52 - Are You Ever Going To Be Funny Enough? - Five Minutes Funnier
Five Minutes Funnier - The Old Jokes You Can't Let Go Of
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Five Minutes Funnier - The Old Jokes You Can't Let Go Of
Five Minutes Funnier - How Did They Do It?
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Is Jimmy England Funny? - Five Minutes Funnier
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Five Minutes Funnier - Dealing With Woke
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Five Minutes Funnier - The Illusion of Reality
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Contests, Contests, Contests - Five Minutes Funnier
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Five Minutes Funnier - The Comedians Guide to Getting Along
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Five Minutes Funnier - The Comedians Guide to Getting Along
Five Minutes Funnier - How to Host a Show
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Five Minutes Funnier - Don't Mess Up Your Life
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Five Minutes Funnier - What You Can Learn From Milton Berle
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Five Minutes Funnier - Are You The Monkey Or The Friend?
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Five Minutes Funnier - Using An Accent That Isn't Yours On Stage
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Five Minutes Funnier - The Genius Of Scott Faulconbridge
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Hey Jimmy you really know your stuff which makes me feel smart too lol cuz I agree with everything you've mentioned & I will go back over time & watch other episodes! all the best & thank you for doing this for everyone, it's awesome 👌 Hope to share a stage with you again someday, take care ❤
didn't know you were white... Great job Jimmy!!
Wow! Thanks for the episodes! I’m surprised that your channel didn’t explode. Then again, I’m not sure about how many comics or wannabe comics check the ego for a moment to self reflect on their performance. Great stuff, and all things that anyone trying to do comedy should at least consider. Best of luck with your future endeavours, and hopefully a few more unscheduled episodes.
Thanks for all you've shared
thanks for the help
You''re welcome. Stay funny.
Thank you for the work and experience that went into all of these!
Appreciate your kind words.
Thank you for the videos, I’ve enjoyed them!
And thank you for the compliment.
Great insight, will miss your reels!👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
You never know when something important will spark a revival. Thanks you.
Thank you for the videos. They have been very nice to learn from, and you've given me a lot to think about. Break a leg but not a hip.
And good luck to you.
Sorry, I was with you all the way up until you said that comedy had no place for you anymore, then I couldn't disagree more. Was there no place for George Carlin? How about Rodney Dangerfield? Milton Berle? George Burns? Seinfeld? Gervais? And so on...... I sincerely how I misheard or misinterpreted what you said somehow, and you're not considering hanging it up anytime soon?! Either way, I've enjoyed both your videos, your comedy, and of course your wisdom. In fact, I learned something extremely valuable from this video alone, that I will put into use immediately. Thanks for all you do, and have done. 🙏
Videos are done for a while but comedy? Never! If it works out my last words will be a joke so I can go out on the laugh. And you're right, we needed all those old comics. But the oldest of the lot to hit it big was Danegerfield - and I'm a few years away from being twice as old when he did it. Everyone else started young. Age limits expectations. Nobody wants to take on a client today when you might have to speak at his eulogy next year. That's cool. My job is to continue to learn and develop and help others pursue their dreams. And that's pretty cool. Don't get me wrong - mo one would be happier than me if I suddenly went big time. But only slightly happier than I am now. I do this because I love it. The amount of work it would take to get on top and stay there - even briefly - would cut into my loafing and pontificating on what's funny and what's not. It's a good life. Thanks JD for your support, your friendship and your comments. Stay funny.
thanks for all help, much appreciated :) all the best jimmy
Appreciate it. Stay funny.
This is something I've been struggling with a lot lately. I've been bombing with a lot of new material recently, and when I'm not getting the reactions i'm looking for, I start to doubt my abilities, which then makes me feel like I just need to try harder, which is just me putting pressure on myself, and because of that pressure, I get burnt out and then everything that comes out of my mouth feels hacky because I'm clearly not feeling confident with it. When I try to take a break, it also adds to the nonsensical pressure sometimes, because it makes me feel stuck or that I might be falling behind. But that kind of thinking is all just an illusion in our own heads. Hearing videos like this are very reassuring, in that, this kind of thing happens. It's part of the process. It's okay to take a step back, it's not a competition, its okay to take a break and reevaluate the material, the delivery, or look for something completely new and different. And then come back when you feel excited or inspired again. Thanks Jimmy!
I feel this may be the reason so many well known comics turn to drugs or alcohol. Must be depressing to have all your dreams come true, only to one day become bored of the biggest, and possibly for some, ONLY thing you love in life. The struggle is real.....
@@JDAndersoncomedy It’s such a grind, most give it up before they even sniff at the doorstep of fame. It’s why it’s good to recognize when it becomes obsessive and take steps to not lose the joy. But you’re probably right about big stars and boredom. Gilbert Gottfried was known to say on several occasions - and in all seriousness - that his dream gig was to arrive and find out he didn’t have to go on but still get paid.
Can you stop attacking me with these episodes!? I’ve been doing some clean stuff 🙄
Your laundry doesn't count.
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Thank you
SOOoooo well said! Curious what you think of Louis CK as a comic? He seems to be the exception to the rule. I saw an interview with him, where he tells his secret. He gets an idea in his head, and he says he NEVER writes the joke. He writes down 1 single word, that reminds him of the concept he wanted to talk about, and says he 100% makes it up on stage the next show he does. Now, the man's a friggin GENIUS, and it likely took him 25 years to get to the level, that he can take 1 word, and ad-lib 10 min of hilarity from it, god know I could never!! Would love to hear your take though Jimmy! :)
Full disclosure, not a big fan of CK - before the accusations or after. That said, you can't deny his following. It makes a good story and perhaps he doesn't write it down. But I'll also bet it's not one and done - that would be hit and miss no matter who the master. Chances are he takes what works, expands it at the next gig and so on and so on until it's time to film a new special. If anything, it reflects a very sharp mind. But as you say, that's what happens after 25 years. Trouble is the stages of the world are crammed with comedians who think their minds are as sharp as his - but they're not. Maybe in 25 years, but in the meantime, learn your craft and transition with experience.
Ah yes, I remember when I was a young sprout like you. Good for you, keep at it.
sorry, that goes with next post
Its funny that its not actually five minutes
Quite right but that's because the five minutes is based on the average length. The final episode may be six seconds long or twenty minutes - depending on what I need to nail five minutes exactly. Full equation for determining this is available on line.
60 yes old and just over a year in. Completely agree!!
Ah yes, I remember when I was a young sprout starting out. Good for you keep at it.
I’m a gifted writer AND I struggle with it 😜
it doesn't come easy despite what some people might think.
Thank you for the video, and UA-cam thank you for hosting it.
Thanks. Glad you're getting something positive out of it.
For some reason I like this intro the most.
I wrestled with how to do these videos so they weren't just a talking head. Thanks for watching and commenting.
Right! Any stage time is valuable. And like you said, an opening spot can lead to something better if you do well. I did a 5-minute guest spot and killed, which led to three feature spots. You just never know.
You learn something with every show if you take every spot seriously. Thanks for commenting.
Again....another excellent video Jimmy, with all valid points. Maybe just ONE small thing to add, and that's open mics, as they are the exception to the rule. If you're on an amateur or open mic show, it's still ok to bring up a list, and try random things in different orders, to find the flow, and gauge audience reactions. If it's a booked PRO show - no notes, no "writing your set" 10 min before going up, etc. I've RE-wrote sets and orders MANY times after hearing a few comics though, as it's important to pay attention, and see if they are more "woke," or more "anything goes," ESPECIALLY these days. If I hear an edgy joke get crickets, I re-think my entire act and instantly panic!! Lol Bowing to the great Jimmy England for all his worldly wisdom. Thank you sir!! 🙏
Thanks JD, I appreciate how much thought you put into these. The question of whether it's okay to use notes at open mics may be more controversial than the question of woke. I'm of the opinion that you need to give every joke the best chance to thrive no matter what the venue. That means not just delivering it with the right wording but with the right cadence, pauses and emphasis that go into a professional performance. It's hard to do that if you haven't committed it to memory so you can concentrate on the other aspects of your delivery. As I said, it's controversial so we'll agree to disagree on this point. Best.
@@jimordowich3838 Just to clarify - I mentioned bringing up a card or paper with a joke "list" on it, as a reminder of order, or even a compilation of material, that is already committed to memory. "Learning" jokes on stage, or reading them verbatim from a sheet is beyond amateur and unacceptable IMHO. I usually just have an index card, with a 1 word list, to remind me what bits I wanted to do, and in order. :)
@@JDAndersoncomedy if you must, that’s the best. I always have cue word list in my pocket but I try not to use it.
@@jimordowich3838 I remember you mentioning that in a recent video. It's tough with extreme ADHD though, as most of my attention span is to not fidget, and remember where I am in a bit. Remembering the order of jokes is too much for me most times. Even after YEARS of 3-5 shows a week, still struggle :(
Really liked the performance notes about smiling, etc. Seeing examples of what you're talking about is so helpful
I'm starting to realize that. It makes it less theoretical and more practical. Thanks for the comment.
Been watching alot of ur vids bro, found your way of explaining very helpful. Im an aspiring comedian and want to do my first set this month, been trying to practice and get closer to the goal. Thanks for the help. Hope your having fun on your comedy jouney too, we got to enjoy "the process" lol
Really appreciate the feedback. Hope it goes well for you and remember it takes time to develop. If you stick with it the you who steps on that stage will not be the same you in two years time. Let the journey begin.
Thank you Jimmy🙏 @@jimordowich3838
I like the joke, even if you dropped it. I don't think it's a "hack" joke, just beacause it was an easy write. That just goes to show 2 things: 1 - You're a great writer 2 - You other material was so strong, it SEEMED like a small laugh, compared to the previous ones(s). Can't have 5 minutes of solid rolling in the aisles laughs as you well know. It's all about taking people on a ride, peaks and valleys. I think you're doing a fantastic job. Keep up the good work sir! :)
Thanks JD. I won't say it didn't get a laugh but the combination of a weak laugh and a punch line that's hardly new or original is what led to me dropping it.. It's something of a stereotype, like, "What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas." It was funny the first time and might even raise the occasional chuckle now but it's day is past. Same with allusion of physiotherapists being like dominates...., or Nazis....., or...., well, you get the idea. Those connections were made long ago. It's time to leave Vegas and physiotherapists behind and not keep poking the corpse of a joke. That being said, thank you for the generous compliments. I have a healthy skepticism in that regard that keeps me humble and makes me work harder. If I have any successs, that's the reason why.
YAAAAAAYYYYYYY, more content! This video has inspired me to........GO MAKE AN ALBUM!!! Thanks Jimmy, hope that was the intention??! 😆
That was gonna be my album title: “Joe Shmo on stage that don’t sell” 😭😭
Your propensity for topless pictures suggests a better title would be, "Joe Shmo Gone Wild."
@@jimordowich3838 😂😂
I have a 1.5 hour set about a whirlwind weekend that is fast paced and first person. When I pick a single bit out of that set for a 5 min line-up I do it third person to set the scene and exit.
That makes sense. In between is where you decide on your approach.
Another great video as always Jimmy, and very insightful. Actually gave me a great idea for a bit about 30 seconds in - THANKS for that! :) It's SO important to be aware of what's "best for the bit" and stay within that. Not a bad idea to go back, and re-evaluate unused bits, old bits, etc., and see if they can be re-worked, and approached from other angles, to see if they work better. You are all wise and powerful Thanks again, and please keep 'em coming! :)
Hi praise again. I think I need to be on a shorter pedestal. It's like the Wizard of Oz - you never want to look behind the curtain. If it inspires something then I consider this episode a win.
Point of view is also important here. If the character is aware of things in the story being funny, reacting to them, commenting on them, that’s one way. But you can also have your character aloof and not aware that this is a silly situation (often if they are the butt of the joke). My favourite is the latter, it’s more fun for me, but I certainly have a few bits that are more the former.
Completely agree. The trick is knowing which approach to use to get the most bang from your buck.
Fantastic advice, I'm a comic and promoter from Wales, and you've reciprocated my whole ethos. Improve together and everyone wins!
Realizing how obliviously rude comedians can be was a shocker when I started doing shows, followed by how equally oblivious they were about the importance of giving the audience a great experience.
@@jimordowich3838 I've seen other comics laugh at others on stage when a joke hasn't worked, if anything It highlights them as the idiot.
Tom Waits has some songs where he does beatboxing and he has said he doesn’t use loops, he records all the beatboxing himself, because subconsciously we know when we’ve heard something before, and we just tune it out. I think that speaks to what you’re saying here.
Totally can see that. Good example in another context.
Yeeaaaaaaaahhh, another video - he's BACK!!! :) Thanks for this Jimmy, it actually made me think of something, I might be able to add here: I have 2 jokes, that after writing the 2nd one, realized it's the exact same (conceptually) as another bit I wrote years ago, and is one of my staples. It's the classic "setup the premise and shatter the assumption" joke. After realizing how similar, in style anyway the 2nd joke was, I made a conscience decision to keep both jokes, as I think they're both good, but never do them in the same set or show. If I rotate them from gig to gig, I never bore an audience with the same style joke, AND - I never face the situation where the 2nd joke gets less laughs, as they see it coming the second time, and maybe even feel a bit "cheated?" I think this situation is a TAD off what you touched on in this video, but thought it might be a valid thing to point out as well, as I've personally found myself in this situation, and am sure others have as well. Glad to see you up and well again buddy, we missed you. I look forward to not only more regular videos again, but seeing you at venues near me soon! :)
I love the thought you put into your comments. Totally get what you're saying. This is one of those fine tuning things it's easy to miss - or worse, not even realize it's hurting your set not helping.
Great advice.
Thanks Chris. Checked you out on line, loved your tri-sexual joke. Brilliant.
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Thank you, thank you very much.
Just write, writer's block is for amateurs!
There's something to be said for pushing through but famous writers like Steven King, F. Scott Fitzgerald and Truman Capote have all suffered through it and needed a variety of strategies to get past it so it's not just amateurs it plagues. Giving up is amateur, trying different things to get back on track is the sign of a pro.
@@jimordowich3838 It's a Charles Schulz quote and it has stuck with me. Yes we can come up with a million excuses for why we aren't writing, or...
@@zacnewford A good quote. To be clear, I'm not saying don't write - that's a given. I'm just saying sometimes you need strategies for those times when you come up dry. Even professionals need to shake things up some times to get back in the groove.
CRUCIAL advice, especially for newer comics. We never truly know DURING an act how things are going, as room dynamics and many other factors are at play. A decent recording can be studied, and learned from. I've done MANY shows where I thought it went one way, but was actually almost opposite. My wife and I did a show at a new club, and BOTH felt we bombed, and left feeling like shit. We watched the video back later, and found that we actually did pretty well, and got some decent laughs. Up on stage, it was silence, simply because of how the room was laid out. Lessons........ VIDEO ALL YOUR SETS!!
I think for those who don't it's either hubris or a fear of finding out they aren't funny as they think.
@@jimordowich3838 agreed. Also laziness. You'd be amazed how many comics have told me "meh....can't be bothered," and expect opportunities to come beating THEIR door down lol. Blows my mind!!
Good to see you back Jimmy
Thanks Eric. Videos for now but I'll be chasing down shows come July.
This is interesting on the political stuff and I get that. But I’m a trans woman… and well my comedy isn’t preaching at all and is aimed at the mainstream. It can be terrifying to people because I do joke about body changes and that actually has some of the same effect as being political. So it is an interesting place to be. I’ve ended up being a dumb one or someone who’s in their own universe, which detunes the danger. And yes, I am a professional comedian because I just got $50 from Flappers out here in Burbank. :0
@@JulieFun The climate is such it must be hard for you not to be interpreted as political. This is an apples to oranges analogy I know but I had a problem when I started talking about being a prostate cancer survivor. People were uncomfortable until I found a way to say (comedically), it doesn't bother me, why should it bother you? Sometimes people don't know how to react to things they're afraid of and reassuring them it's okay to laugh can put them at ease. Your approach sounds solid and to be honest that's the way I would play it if I were in your shoes. That said, I hope you can find a way to be accepted and not have to pretend you're an outsider just because you like being who you like being. Congratulations on the $50. You must be good because up here that would be headliner money. Stay funny.
@@jimordowich3838 Yepp...you got it! It took me years to come up with all that in an opening few seconds. I'm learning the biggest challenge is from the 20 to 35 year-old males...and there are more Trumpers than one would think here. lol! sigh. I am also thinking of doing an Andy Kauffman hostility thing at an open mic just to try it because I am good with comebacks - but that would be too tough to sustain.. And thanks! I got the 50 for second place in the prelims of a comedy contest at Flappers and now I am moving on to semi finals :)
Gospel!
So true. Many rimes when a joke gets messed up, just saying "well, I sure f*#ked that up!" will get a bigger laugh than the original joke ever would. I've seen this, and used the lifeline myself time and again :) Audiences love seeing us as "human," as well as loving the spontaneity in that moment.
This is a VERY important video for a few reasons. I have seen comics do famous bits by greats like George Carlin, Louis CK, Gervais, etc. In some cases it's literally WORD FOR WORD, in others, it's "similar," and in others, conceptually the same only. I think if more than 50% of the bit has similarities to another comic's joke, it's a blatant theft more times than not. I've written jokes before, thinking it was my original idea, only to go back to a standup video I saw 20 years ago, and realized, I subconsciously had their joke in the back of my mind somewhere when I wrote the joke. If it's TOO similar, I trash it. If it feels like a "homage" and has different wordings, punchline, etc - I feel it's ok to still perform, or I re-write it.
Another great video, with some valid points. What I took from this personally: 1 - It blows my mind to think ANYONE would even CONSDIER putting anything other than A+++ material into a PAID headline act. NOOooooo!!!! Best of the best only! 2 - I've seen many comics over my time get up for 1, 2, 3 years or more, and do basically the same set, get crickets almost the entire time, and not catch on that half their set went by, and the room was as silent as a morgue. Some of these people I consider friends too. I feel self-realization, introspection, and self criticism are CRUCIAL in the growth or sustainability of a comic, and most of all - HONESTY!! Fooling yourself into thinking you're the funniest person on the planet, and not putting in the hours and work to improve, is just a recipe for failure. Thanks again Jimmy for all you do. 🙏
Thanks for all you do for comedy - and for keeping me honest when you think I got it wrong. To say I was floored that someone would think it's okay to not have a solid headline set doesn't seem strong enough. Larry Smith told me once there's some people out there who are tone deaf to comedy. They bomb but they can't hear the explosion. Then there's others who are capable of good things but they're lazy. Like you said, they don't put in the hours necessary to improve.
"Deep diving" into your back catalogue Jimmy. I really enjoyed this one, and of course, have a takeaway from it yet again. I do things a TAD differently, but thinking of switching something up, as per your advice here ;) Cheers!
Sorry some asshat trolled you, but was fodder for making a GREAT video!!! Actually, it sparked my realization that over time we (myself included) sometimes lose sight of important and OBVIOUS things, like the fact we all MUST promote ourselves CONSTANTLY to not only succeed, but even stay relevant! Thanks for all you do, we love and appreciate you Jimmy. Be well, and keep these coming please!!!! P.S. - eat poop Randy you dum dum troll!
SOOOoooo glad to have you back Jimmy, the comedy community here NEEDS you, and your knowledge. At some point, I'm gonna put something out there, with all the little "tidbits" I've learned from years of trial and error (more error than not haha!) Your videos help so many people, but if it even helps 1 person 1%, you're putting good out into the world, which is what we should always do. Stay funny ;) Welcome back, we all missed you sir!!
Thanks JD, you perfectly encapsulated why I do this.
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Thank you Jimmy! I appreciate all your help, as well as all the other comedians that have offered advise. You are a definite gem. So much can be learnt from you.
I love it when comedians learn and improve. It's why I do this.
Great video Jimmy
Thanks Darryl
I actually learned that recently (although part of me always knew it intrinsically). I was doing a show to a rambunctious crowd which had a weird disjointed busy energy… and I just let their moments happen and responded where I could and then tried to transition back into my material. It was like reeling in a fish. It was pretty successful, but certainly not the great feeling you get from a fully attentive, switched on audience! Glad you’re back to this, Jimmy!
Way to stick with it. Yes, it's probably something you knew intrinsically but you also have a lot of experience behind you. When you start out you don't always have that presence of mind on stage to think things through. There's a lot of trial and error to it but if you understand what's happening you might be disappointed but never discouraged. Good stuff.