Funny How: Letters to a Young Comedian

Funny How: Letters to a Young Comedian

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Commit to the bit
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The #1 question to ask yourself when writing jokes
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Great YouTube deep dive on rhythm and comedy
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Funny How: Letters to a Young Comedian
Funny How: Letters to a Young Comedian
Comic Matt Ruby offers standup comedy philosophy, advice, and inspirational quotes from great comedians. Some praise for posts here...Judd Apatow: "Great." Gary Gulman: “Love this!”
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