Hot Breath! (Learn Comedy from the Pros)
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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Scott Shanahan is this month's clean comedy contest winner!
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In this episode of Hot Breath!, we interview Derek Stroup, who shares his journey from struggling with DUIs and living at home to becoming one of the top comics in the game. Derek discusses the grind of comedy, the importance of finding one's identity, and the lessons learned from comedy legends. He emphasizes the significance of emotional connection in joke writing and the evolution of his yelling style on stage. The conversation ...
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In this episode we discuss their experiences at the West End Comedy Fest, highlighting the importance of community in comedy. We also dive into Andrew Schultz's latest comedy special, analyzing its structure, humor, and the evolution of comedy specials in the age of social media. The conversation emphasizes the significance of storytelling and the impact of clippification on modern comedy. We also talk about the intricacies of come...
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This episode of Hot Breath! features the winner of the February 2025 Clean Comedy Contest, Helen Anderson. Helen shares her experience crafting a brand-new 60-second comedy set, battling perfectionism, and embracing self-promotion. We dive into the writing process, the power of deadlines, and how clean comedy can open doors to more opportunities. Helen also talks about performing for 3,000 people at a corporate Christmas party and ...
Joel woke up at 3AM to be back in time to record this one of a kind episode. He reflects on working with Matt Rife and the top lessons learned every comic should know.
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In this jam-packed episode, Joel and Yoshee share their latest comedy adventures, including performing at a senior citizen center at 10:45 AM, a courthouse Valentine's show, and a high-end California winery gig. Plus, Joel dives into a huge networking win—working with Matt Rife on his sold-out theater shows. They break down the importance of being nice, being funny, and always capturing content. Whether you're a comic grinding at o...
In this episode, we catch up after a brief hiatus, sharing honest insights about balancing life, family, and comedy.
We cover the power of clean comedy (with shout-outs to Nate Bargatze’s $80 million success), the importance of rehearsing your material, and why networking with other comics is key to getting booked. Plus, they offer valuable advice on staying motivated, avoiding burnout, and—most importantly—having fun with your come...
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