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Resources for becoming a better storyteller
Recs from story guy Nathan Baugh.
9 hrs ago
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Matt Ruby
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Why comedy ages so poorly
On surprise, fashion, and absurdity.
Jul 24
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Matt Ruby
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How do I get an agent/manager?
Young comics are always asking so...
Jul 22
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Matt Ruby
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Embrace spontaneity, get crazy, and offer a roadmap
10 Rules for Public Speaking from Ted Gioia.
Jul 22
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How morning pages clear your mind
The power of writing three pages of longhand, stream of consciousness writing, done first thing in the morning.
Jul 19
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Matt Ruby
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Brian Regan's amazing "You too!" opener
He's just trying to go through life "without looking stupid." And this opener nails that vibe perfectly.
Jul 17
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Matt Ruby
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New podcast about hacks, clapter, and politics
What progressives can learn from how standup comedians talk.
Jul 15
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Matt Ruby
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You have to set it up right
Chris Rock, George Saunders, Roy Wood Jr., and CK on premises.
Jul 12
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"The scariest moment is always just before you start"
Excerpts from Stephen King's "On Writing."
Jul 10
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Matt Ruby
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The four components of standup, according to Jerry Seinfeld
"When all four of those things are perfectly in sync, bam, you get Bernie Mac."
Jul 8
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Matt Ruby
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Eddie Murphy on his relationship with the audience
"The audience has no clue what’s funny. You’ve got to show them what’s funny."
Jul 3
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Matt Ruby
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10 Good Things: Bombing, Greta, Giraldo, and the Brady Roast
Also: The third rail, Mulaney on movies, funny songwriters, and more.
Jul 1
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Matt Ruby
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